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Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas
Utah’s involvement in a lawsuit over disability protections 17 states – including Utah – are involved in a lawsuit against the federal government over Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. This section defines what constitutes a disability. It was updated during the Biden Administration, changing the definition of a disability to include gender dysphoria. The lawsuit’s been confusing some people because it says the gender dysphoria part is unconstitutional, but also that the whole section is unconstitutional. Utah Attorney General Derek Brown joins Inside Sources to explain more about the lawsuit and how he sees it. He also talks about protecting Section 504 as a whole. On the Hill 2025: Transparency vs. privacy with signatures gathered in an election During the primary and general elections last year, there was quite a bit of controversy and discussion over the privacy of signatures gathered for candidates to get on the ballot. Some folks wanted them to be public – in the name of transparency – while others wanted them to stay hidden in the name of privacy. The Inside Sources give their analysis on House Bill 374. On the Hill 2025: Banning political flags from government, educational spaces The importance of political neutrality in government spaces versus the importance of free speech from people who work in those government spaces – it's part of the basis of a bill working its way through the state legislature. House Bill 77 would ban several kinds of flags from classrooms and other government facilities. Hosts Leah Murray and Greg Skordas discuss the balance between neutrality and free speech. How reciprocal tariffs could affect you and your personal finances President Donald Trump says there are trade imbalances between the United States and its foreign trade partners, and that he will institute reciprocal tariffs to try and balance the relationships. It's a fine line the President is trying to straddle between a good economy and fairness. Senior Economist at Zions Bank Robert Spendlove joins Inside Sources to talk about the potential effects of these “payback tariffs.” Ukrainian President and U.S. Vice President meet to discuss peace with Russia Ukrainian President Zelensky urged the United States to "not ... make any decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine." His warning came prior to his meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance at the Munich Security Conference today. It's prompted some additional questions about the United States' role in promoting and ensuring peace among other countries. Leah and Greg discuss the country’s changing foreign policy stances. Continuing identity crises among Democrats The identity crisis among Democrats continues as more moderate Dems in Congress voice concerns about the number of liberal progressives joining the "New Democrat Coalition." Would Democrats do better if they shifted their policies more to the left? The Inside Sources give their thoughts. Valentine’s Day trends Inside Sources ends the show with a special discussion on their favorite Valentine’s Day traditions.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas
Inside Sources ends the show with a special discussion on their favorite Valentine’s Day traditions.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas
The identity crisis among Democrats continues as more moderate Dems in Congress voice concerns about the number of liberal progressives joining the "New Democrat Coalition." Would Democrats do better if they shifted their policies more to the left? The Inside Sources give their thoughts.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas
Ukrainian President Zelensky urged the United States to "not ... make any decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine." His warning came prior to his meeting with U.S. Vice President JD Vance at the Munich Security Conference today. It's prompted some additional questions about the United States' role in promoting and ensuring peace among other countries. Leah and Greg discuss the country’s changing foreign policy stances.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas
President Donald Trump says there are trade imbalances between the United States and its foreign trade partners, and that he will institute reciprocal tariffs to try and balance the relationships. It's a fine line the President is trying to straddle between a good economy and fairness. Senior Economist at Zions Bank Robert Spendlove joins Inside Sources to talk about the potential effects of these “payback tariffs.”
Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas
The importance of political neutrality in government spaces versus the importance of free speech from people who work in those government spaces – it's part of the basis of a bill working its way through the state legislature. House Bill 77 would ban several kinds of flags from classrooms and other government facilities. Hosts Leah Murray and Greg Skordas discuss the balance between neutrality and free speech.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas
During the primary and general elections last year, there was quite a bit of controversy and discussion over the privacy of signatures gathered for candidates to get on the ballot. Some folks wanted them to be public – in the name of transparency – while others wanted them to stay hidden in the name of privacy. The Inside Sources give their analysis on House Bill 374.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas
17 states – including Utah – are involved in a lawsuit against the federal government over Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. This section defines what constitutes a disability. It was updated during the Biden Administration, changing the definition of a disability to include gender dysphoria. The lawsuit’s been confusing some people because it says the gender dysphoria part is unconstitutional, but also that the whole section is unconstitutional. Utah Attorney General Derek Brown joins Inside Sources to explain more about the lawsuit and how he sees it. He also talks about protecting Section 504 as a whole.
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?
Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Thomas Wright
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?
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
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.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Thomas Wright
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?
Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Thomas Wright
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.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Thomas Wright
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.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Thomas Wright
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.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Thomas Wright
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.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
“War on waste” as DOGE subcommittee meets for the first time It's a "war on waste” -- that's how Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene described the focus of the first ever DOGE subcommittee meeting this morning. It comes as Elon Musk defends the efforts and actions of DOGE and as Democrats call for Musk to testify under oath about the Department of Government Efficiency. Inside Sources begins with a discussion on the latest DOGE developments. On the Hill 2025: Legislation on housing affordability We’re coming up on the halfway point in the 2025 Legislative General Session, but there are still plenty of bills to discuss. State Representative Carol Spackman Moss is working on a bill address affordable housing – HB286: Olene Walker Housing Loan Fund Amendments. This bill would take some revenue from liquor sales and move it into this loan fund. Rep. Moss joins Inside Sources to explain more about what her bill would do. On the Hill 2025: Reaffirming Utah’s sovereignty One of the unique aspects of the United States is the prevalence and importance of federalism -- some powers belong to the Federal Government and some power belong to the States. Federalism has led to disagreements between the states and the federal government many times, including here in Utah. State Senator Wayne Harper will introduce a new Senate Joint Resolution that addresses the relationship and joins the show to share the motivation behind it. On the Hill 2025: Removing newspaper publishing requirement from Utah Constitution The Utah Constitution says that proposed amendments to the State Constitution must be published in "at least one newspaper in every county of the state ... for two months immediately preceding the next general election." You might remember, this played a role in the courts throwing out Amendments A and D during the November election. Inside Sources digs into a new bill that would eliminate this newspaper publishing requirement. How is President Trump responding to rising inflation rates? Inflation continued to rise in January. And even though President Trump was only in office for 11 days in January, many people are thrusting the blame on him. The President isn’t always able to control the price of things, but Trump did promise to bring prices down on Day 1 of his administration. And he hasn’t... So, what’s he doing in response to rising prices? Rusty and Taylor give their thoughts. Polls on Pres. Trump’s performance give insights into how Americans feeling How's the president doing in the polls after a few weeks in office? New polling gives us an indication on what voters are pleased with and what they're annoyed with in regards to President Trump's recent decisions. The Inside Sources discuss the latest poll results. Trump administration working towards peace between Russia and Ukraine President Trump says he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to work towards an end of the war between Ukraine and Russia. It comes as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says Ukraine should lower their expectations of getting land back. We hear a bit of what President Trump told reporters about the phone call. AP reporters barred from Oval Office because of AP policy on ‘Gulf of America’ Reporters with the Associated Press have been barred from the Oval Office due to the AP’s style guide policy on how to refer to ‘Gulf of America’ -- say ‘Gulf of Mexico’ but reference President Trump’s decision to rename it. Inside Sources finishes the show with the hosts sharing thoughts on the President’s obsession with the new name.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
Reporters with the Associated Press have been barred from the Oval Office due to the AP’s style guide policy on how to refer to ‘Gulf of America’ -- say ‘Gulf of Mexico’ but reference President Trump’s decision to rename it. Inside Sources finishes the show with the hosts sharing thoughts on the President’s obsession with the new name.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
President Trump says he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to work towards an end of the war between Ukraine and Russia. It comes as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says Ukraine should lower their expectations of getting land back. We hear a bit of what President Trump told reporters about the phone call.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
How's the president doing in the polls after a few weeks in office? New polling gives us an indication on what voters are pleased with and what they're annoyed with in regards to President Trump's recent decisions. The Inside Sources discuss the latest poll results.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
Inflation continued to rise in January. And even though President Trump was only in office for 11 days in January, many people are thrusting the blame on him. The President isn’t always able to control the price of things, but Trump did promise to bring prices down on Day 1 of his administration. And he hasn’t... So, what’s he doing in response to rising prices? Rusty and Taylor give their thoughts.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
The Utah Constitution says that proposed amendments to the State Constitution must be published in "at least one newspaper in every county of the state ... for two months immediately preceding the next general election." You might remember, this played a role in the courts throwing out Amendments A and D during the November election. Inside Sources digs into a new bill that would eliminate this newspaper publishing requirement.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
One of the unique aspects of the United States is the prevalence and importance of federalism -- some powers belong to the Federal Government and some power belong to the States. Federalism has led to disagreements between the states and the federal government many times, including here in Utah. State Senator Wayne Harper will introduce a new Senate Joint Resolution that addresses the relationship and joins the show to share the motivation behind it.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
We’re coming up on the halfway point in the 2025 Legislative General Session, but there are still plenty of bills to discuss. State Representative Carol Spackman Moss is working on a bill address affordable housing – HB286: Olene Walker Housing Loan Fund Amendments. This bill would take some revenue from liquor sales and move it into this loan fund. Rep. Moss joins Inside Sources to explain more about what her bill would do.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
It's a "war on waste” -- that's how Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene described the focus of the first ever DOGE subcommittee meeting this morning. It comes as Elon Musk defends the efforts and actions of DOGE and as Democrats call for Musk to testify under oath about the Department of Government Efficiency. Inside Sources begins with a discussion on the latest DOGE developments.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Battle heats up on the national stage between the executive, judicial branches
It's a battle between two branches of government on the national level: the executive and the judicial. President Trump and his team are pushing back on a few rulings from federal judges, saying the courts have no say over what the administration is doing. But legal precedent would disagree. We begin Inside Sources discussing the proper balance of power between the federal branches.
On the Hill 2025: Utah’s legislature looks at ways to change Utah’s judiciary
Here in Utah, the state legislature is looking at ways to change the judicial branch of government. Some might say the legislature is trying to weaken the judiciary, while others say they’re working to ensure a proper balance between the branches of government. State Representative Jason Kyle joins us as we look into a few of those bills, which includes raising the threshold for judicial retention.
Religious organizations suing Trump administration over ICE raids in churches
One of the recent changes to Immigration and Customs Enforcement policies was the removal of places of worship as protected places. The change meant that ICE agents could conduct raids on churches to find and capture immigrants who are here illegally. Now, it’s prompted a lawsuit from more than 2 dozen churches. KSL Legal Analyst and Inside Sources co-host Greg Skordas breaks down the latest lawsuit for our listeners.
On the Hill 2025: Potential changes to public records laws
Could new legislation on Utah’s Capitol Hill make it harder for the average Utahn to see public records? First Amendment advocates say yes – it could become harder. Legislators, on the other hand, say their proposed changes would actually make things better for the public. KSL has been involved in the fight to keep public records ... public. The Inside Sources hosts analyze the current situation.
On the Hill 2025: Reducing liabilities for owners of dogs who bite trespassers
If someone trespasses on your property and they get bitten by your dog, are you liable? A bill working its way through the Utah State Senate addresses these kinds of situations, looking to reduce the liability you – as the dog owner – may face. Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan discuss this and another dog-biting bill.
Rep. Burgess Owens says DEI played a role in Beyonce winning a Grammy
Two days ago, musical artist Beyonce became the first black woman to win a Grammy Award for Best Country Album. Shortly thereafter, Utah Representative Burgess Owens spoke to a journalist and said Beyonce's win had to do with DEI. Is this an appropriate assessment? Or did Beyonce win based on her merits? Taylor and Erin have a lively conversation about it.
Pres. Trump signs order banning federal agencies from using paper straws
Paper or plastic? Not bags... straws. President Trump has often said how much he hates paper straws. And now, he's signed an order barring federal agencies from using paper straws. It might seem like an odd political story, but the Inside Sources have lots of thoughts they share with listeners on this subject.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Paper or plastic? Not bags... straws. President Trump has often said how much he hates paper straws. And now, he's signed an order barring federal agencies from using paper straws. It might seem like an odd political story, but the Inside Sources have lots of thoughts they share with listeners on this subject.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Two days ago, musical artist Beyonce became the first black woman to win a Grammy Award for Best Country Album. Shortly thereafter, Utah Representative Burgess Owens spoke to a journalist and said Beyonce's win had to do with DEI. Is this an appropriate assessment? Or did Beyonce win based on her merits? Taylor and Erin have a lively conversation about it.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
If someone trespasses on your property and they get bitten by your dog, are you liable? A bill working its way through the Utah State Senate addresses these kinds of situations, looking to reduce the liability you – as the dog owner – may face. Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan discuss this and another dog-biting bill.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Could new legislation on Utah’s Capitol Hill make it harder for the average Utahn to see public records? First Amendment advocates say yes – it could become harder. Legislators, on the other hand, say their proposed changes would actually make things better for the public. KSL has been involved in the fight to keep public records ... public. The Inside Sources hosts analyze the current situation.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
One of the recent changes to Immigration and Customs Enforcement policies was the removal of places of worship as protected places. The change meant that ICE agents could conduct raids on churches to find and capture immigrants who are here illegally. Now, it’s prompted a lawsuit from more than 2 dozen churches. KSL Legal Analyst and Inside Sources co-host Greg Skordas breaks down the latest lawsuit for our listeners.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Here in Utah, the state legislature is looking at ways to change the judicial branch of government. Some might say the legislature is trying to weaken the judiciary, while others say they’re working to ensure a proper balance between the branches of government. State Representative Jason Kyle joins us as we look into a few of those bills, which includes raising the threshold for judicial retention.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
It's a battle between two branches of government on the national level: the executive and the judicial. President Trump and his team are pushing back on a few rulings from federal judges, saying the courts have no say over what the administration is doing. But legal precedent would disagree. We begin Inside Sources discussing the proper balance of power between the federal branches.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
On the Hill 2025: How the attorney general’s office is working with the legislature As the state grows and as the economy grows, the state’s attorney general’s office says it needs more resources and funding to tackle the growing number of cases they’re handling. New Attorney General Derek Brown is asking the Utah Legislature for more funding as he works to rebuild the office. He joins Inside Sources live on Capitol Hill to discuss how his office is working with lawmakers during this legislative session. On the Hill 2025: Launching a grant program to fund ‘catalyst centers’ in Utah How do you view success? For House Speaker Mike Schultz, it involves preparing youth to enter the workforce – and be able to sustain a good life – right out of high school. Today, he’s introducing a new bill into committee that would fund grant programs for local education agencies to create or expand Career and Technical Education (CTE) types of programs, something he believes will help Utah’s youth learn the skills they need to be successful. He joins Inside Sources to talk about it. On the Hill 2025: Revisions to elections laws He might be a freshman legislator but he’s not wasting any time getting to work, choosing to tackle a hot topic during the legislative session: elections. State Representative Doug Fiefia wants to speed up and clean up things on Election Day, including changing the voter registration deadline and specifying the deadlines for ballot collection. Rep. Fiefia joins us to walk us through the bill. On the Hill 2025: Addressing law enforcement performance standards In 2018, Utah banned police quotas. However, some law enforcement agencies still use a kind of quota system, and State Senator Todd Weiler wants that process to stop. Some agencies use quotas to make sure officers are doing their jobs – that they’re not just sitting around. Sen. Weiler is running a bill would create a new performance standard metric to ensure police officers are held to similar standards; he joins the show to explain. Race for a reconciliation budget continues U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson seems to be falling behind in the race to get a reconciliation package put together. Who’s in the lead? It looks like it’s the Senate – they may get the budget package created before the House. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the latest developments from over the weekend on government funding. Impending tariffs on incoming steel, aluminum While the general tariffs on Mexico and Canada are paused, other tariffs are moving forward. President Trump has announced his intention to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum being imported into the United States. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon share their thoughts on the continued threats of tariffs. On the Hill 2025: What’s it like as a legislative intern during the session? On Inside Sources, we chat with the movers and shakers in politics. That usually involves speaking with the lawmakers themselves, but it also includes chatting with the folks in the legislators’ offices. Delaney Moss, Communications Intern for the House Majority joins Inside Sources to describe what it’s like to work at the Capitol during the legislative session. DOGE sets its sights on the Department of Education One of President Trump’s key platform issues has been the dismantling of the Department of Education. Late last week, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) went in and began taking control of the Department of Education. There’s been a lot of pushback, but is it warranted? Newly released test scores show that there might actually be quite a bit of room for improvement within the country’s education system.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
One of President Trump’s key platform issues has been the dismantling of the Department of Education. Late last week, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) went in and began taking control of the Department of Education. There’s been a lot of pushback, but is it warranted? Newly released test scores show that there might actually be quite a bit of room for improvement within the country’s education system.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
On Inside Sources, we chat with the movers and shakers in politics. That usually involves speaking with the lawmakers themselves, but it also includes chatting with the folks in the legislators’ offices. Delaney Moss, Communications Intern for the House Majority joins Inside Sources to describe what it’s like to work at the Capitol during the legislative session.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
While the general tariffs on Mexico and Canada are paused, other tariffs are moving forward. President Trump has announced his intention to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum being imported into the United States. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon share their thoughts on the continued threats of tariffs.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson seems to be falling behind in the race to get a reconciliation package put together. Who’s in the lead? It looks like it’s the Senate – they may get the budget package created before the House. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the latest developments from over the weekend on government funding.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
In 2018, Utah banned police quotas. However, some law enforcement agencies still use a kind of quota system, and State Senator Todd Weiler wants that process to stop. Some agencies use quotas to make sure officers are doing their jobs – that they’re not just sitting around. Sen. Weiler is running a bill would create a new performance standard metric to ensure police officers are held to similar standards; he joins the show to explain.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
He might be a freshman legislator but he’s not wasting any time getting to work, choosing to tackle a hot topic during the legislative session: elections. State Representative Doug Fiefia wants to speed up and clean up things on Election Day, including changing the voter registration deadline and specifying the deadlines for ballot collection. Rep. Fiefia joins us to walk us through the bill.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
How do you view success? For House Speaker Mike Schultz, it involves preparing youth to enter the workforce – and be able to sustain a good life – right out of high school. Today, he’s introducing a new bill into committee that would fund grant programs for local education agencies to create or expand Career and Technical Education (CTE) types of programs, something he believes will help Utah’s youth learn the skills they need to be successful. He joins Inside Sources to talk about it.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon
As the state grows and as the economy grows, the state’s attorney general’s office says it needs more resources and funding to tackle the growing number of cases they’re handling. New Attorney General Derek Brown is asking the Utah Legislature for more funding as he works to rebuild the office. He joins Inside Sources live on Capitol Hill to discuss how his office is working with lawmakers during this legislative session.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
House Republicans race against Senate Republicans to come up with a budget
Republican leaders in the House are now racing against the Senate to make progress on the budget. This comes after the House GOP struggles to come to a consensus on financial priorities. And the Senate? They aren't wasting any time either. We begin today's show in our nation's capital, where Senate Republicans are preparing to meet with Trump to discuss their own budget reconciliation.
Vice Pres. JD Vance assigned to work on potential TikTok sale
President Trump has continually promised to save TikTok and keep it accessible in the U.S. Following his assurances, TikTok came back online. Since then, however, it's been a little quiet as to the future of the social media platform. The Inside Sources hosts share new updates, including Vice President JD Vance’s assignment to oversee a potential sale of TikTok.
On the Hill 2025: More on a proposed constitutional amendment on initiatives
In 1900, the Utah Constitution was amended to allow for ballot initiatives. Since then, 7 have passed. But of those 7, only 2 have received 60% of the vote -- enough to be a kind of supermajority. Now, one state lawmaker hopes to make it a rule that initiatives that result in a tax increase must receive 60% of the vote to pass. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon explain.
On the Hill 2025: Legislation that adds criminal punishments for defacing political signs
Our special coverage of Utah's Legislative Session continues this segment with a look at political advertisements. Specifically, the bill we want to talk about -- HB 292 -- addresses situations when people remove, damage, destroy, or add to political signs; it also discusses the location of where people put signs. The bill's sponsor, State Representative Jordan Teuscher joins us to talk more about it.
DOGE continues digging into the federal government
DOGE... it's still making waves as its people get deeper and deeper into the inner workings of Washington and the Federal Government. We've already talked about some of the concerns folks -- mainly Democrats -- have raised, but now several lawsuits are trying to restrict DOGE's access to "sensitive information." Adam and Rusty share their thoughts about DOGE’s movements.
Elon Musk becomes latest target of angry Democrats
Democrats have been trying to reframe their messaging since the election -- we talked a bit about that yesterday on Inside Sources. Part of this revamped messaging is turning their focus from President Trump to Elon Musk. In effect, he's become their new "boogeyman." Is this focus shift going to help Democrats or hurt them? Inside Sources looks at both sides.
Is Pres. Trump going against the Republican Party orthodoxy?
You've heard us talk about this before on the show -- whether Donald Trump is a true conservative or just a populist. Either way, he's the face of the Republican Party. And some have criticized the beginning of his presidency as a kind of "power grab,” going against the traditional small-government values of the GOP. Are those criticisms warranted? The Inside Sources give their takes.
On the Hill 2025: Is it ‘Utahn’ or ‘Utahan’?
Each state has a list of state symbols -- things that represent the state and its people. Utah has some unique ones, like the honeybee as our state insect. Did you know Utah has an official state cooking pot? It's the Dutch oven. Or how about the state vegetable? There's technically two: one is the Spanish sweet onion and the historic one is the sugar beet. Anyway, there's not an official demonym -- what you call a person from Utah. State Sen. Dan McCay proposes we finally make "Utahn" official.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
Each state has a list of state symbols -- things that represent the state and its people. Utah has some unique ones, like the honeybee as our state insect. Did you know Utah has an official state cooking pot? It's the Dutch oven. Or how about the state vegetable? There's technically two: one is the Spanish sweet onion and the historic one is the sugar beet. Anyway, there's not an official demonym -- what you call a person from Utah. State Sen. Dan McCay proposes we finally make "Utahn" official.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
You've heard us talk about this before on the show -- whether Donald Trump is a true conservative or just a populist. Either way, he's the face of the Republican Party. And some have criticized the beginning of his presidency as a kind of "power grab,” going against the traditional small-government values of the GOP. Are those criticisms warranted? The Inside Sources give their takes.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
Democrats have been trying to reframe their messaging since the election -- we talked a bit about that yesterday on Inside Sources. Part of this revamped messaging is turning their focus from President Trump to Elon Musk. In effect, he's become their new "boogeyman." Is this focus shift going to help Democrats or hurt them? Inside Sources looks at both sides.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
DOGE... it's still making waves as its people get deeper and deeper into the inner workings of Washington and the Federal Government. We've already talked about some of the concerns folks -- mainly Democrats -- have raised, but now several lawsuits are trying to restrict DOGE's access to "sensitive information." Adam and Rusty share their thoughts about DOGE’s movements.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
Our special coverage of Utah's Legislative Session continues this segment with a look at political advertisements. Specifically, the bill we want to talk about -- HB 292 -- addresses situations when people remove, damage, destroy, or add to political signs; it also discusses the location of where people put signs. The bill's sponsor, State Representative Jordan Teuscher joins us to talk more about it.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
In 1900, the Utah Constitution was amended to allow for ballot initiatives. Since then, 7 have passed. But of those 7, only 2 have received 60% of the vote -- enough to be a kind of supermajority. Now, one state lawmaker hopes to make it a rule that initiatives that result in a tax increase must receive 60% of the vote to pass. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon explain.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
President Trump has continually promised to save TikTok and keep it accessible in the U.S. Following his assurances, TikTok came back online. Since then, however, it's been a little quiet as to the future of the social media platform. The Inside Sources hosts share new updates, including Vice President JD Vance’s assignment to oversee a potential sale of TikTok.
Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Adam Gardiner
Republican leaders in the House are now racing against the Senate to make progress on the budget. This comes after the House GOP struggles to come to a consensus on financial priorities. And the Senate? They aren't wasting any time either. We begin today's show in our nation's capital, where Senate Republicans are preparing to meet with Trump to discuss their own budget reconciliation.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
On the Hill 2025: Public labor union bill passes Utah Senate House Bill 267 -- the bill banning public labor unions from collective bargaining -- has just passed the Senate. And the version that passed is the original version the House passed. Now, it's headed for the Governor's desk. Inside Sources begins with a refresher on what’s in the bill and why opposing groups say they’re against it. Return-to-office mandate for federal workers delayed until Monday Today, a federal judge in Massachusetts said the deadline for federal workers to either agree to go back to the office or accept a "deferred resignation" offer will be pushed until at least Monday next week. The deadline was supposed to be tonight. Nearly 2 million federal workers are affected by the mandate, including Utahns. Hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner share their thoughts on the overall situation. On the Hill 2025: Spaceport exploration committee Space isn’t just for the Jetsons – it's becoming a reality for real people. And here in Utah, one state lawmaker doesn’t want us to get left behind. State Senator Jerry Stevenson is running a bill this legislative session that would create a spaceport exploration committee. He calls into Inside Sources to discuss the bill and what it would achieve. On the Hill 2025: What’s it like as a new legislator on Utah’s Capitol Hill? 29 State Senators and 75 State Representatives make up the Utah Legislature. Senators serve 4-year sentences and State Representatives serve 2-year sentences. We thought it would be interesting to chat with a brand-new legislator to get their thoughts on the session thus far. State Rep. Doug Fiefia of House District 48 joins the show for this discussion. House GOP members meet with Pres. Trump to discuss divided feelings on the budget Tough conversations between House Republicans and President Trump this morning as they work to get on the same page with the budget. GOP Representative are still split on the number of reconciliation bills to run -- 1 or 2. House leaders met with President Trump in the hopes that he could get the party to agree on the same thing. Needless to say, it's a bit of a mess. The Inside Sources hosts break it down. Pres. Trump’s comments on Gaza show divide between Congressional Republicans President Trump's comments on a possible takeover continue to spark debate and concern among world leaders and those in Congress. That includes some Republicans who now say they're concerned about focusing on international stuff like this instead of "America First." Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner discuss their feelings on what the President is saying and if it holds any water. Have Democrats changed their message in the months following the election? Democrats have a long four years ahead of them with the Trump presidency. Things might get a little better if they see success in the 2026 midterms but either way, they're going to face a Trump administration until 2028. So, has their messaging changed at all? What about their policies? Inside Sources discuss whether Democrats have begun to change their tune. On the Hill 2025: Legislation to protect youth sports referees You don't need to tell us, but be honest with yourself: have you ever gotten mad at a youth sports referee? If so, Leah's got some words for you. And so does the State Legislature. A new bill – being sponsored by State Representative Jon Hawkins -- hopes to protect referees from violent parents, fans, and coaches. Inside Sources has the latest.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
You don't need to tell us, but be honest with yourself: have you ever gotten mad at a youth sports referee? If so, Leah's got some words for you. And so does the State Legislature. A new bill – being sponsored by State Representative Jon Hawkins -- hopes to protect referees from violent parents, fans, and coaches. Inside Sources has the latest.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
Democrats have a long four years ahead of them with the Trump presidency. Things might get a little better if they see success in the 2026 midterms but either way, they're going to face a Trump administration until 2028. So, has their messaging changed at all? What about their policies? Inside Sources discuss whether Democrats have begun to change their tune.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
President Trump's comments on a possible takeover continue to spark debate and concern among world leaders and those in Congress. That includes some Republicans who now say they're concerned about focusing on international stuff like this instead of "America First." Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner discuss their feelings on what the President is saying and if it holds any water.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
Tough conversations between House Republicans and President Trump this morning as they work to get on the same page with the budget. GOP Representative are still split on the number of reconciliation bills to run -- 1 or 2. House leaders met with President Trump in the hopes that he could get the party to agree on the same thing. Needless to say, it's a bit of a mess. The Inside Sources hosts break it down.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
29 State Senators and 75 State Representatives make up the Utah Legislature. Senators serve 4-year sentences and State Representatives serve 2-year sentences. We thought it would be interesting to chat with a brand-new legislator to get their thoughts on the session thus far. State Rep. Doug Fiefia of House District 48 joins the show for this discussion.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
Space isn’t just for the Jetsons – it's becoming a reality for real people. And here in Utah, one state lawmaker doesn’t want us to get left behind. State Senator Jerry Stevenson is running a bill this legislative session that would create a spaceport exploration committee. He calls into Inside Sources to discuss the bill and what it would achieve.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
Today, a federal judge in Massachusetts said the deadline for federal workers to either agree to go back to the office or accept a "deferred resignation" offer will be pushed until at least Monday next week. The deadline was supposed to be tonight. Nearly 2 million federal workers are affected by the mandate, including Utahns. Hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner share their thoughts on the overall situation.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
House Bill 267 -- the bill banning public labor unions from collective bargaining -- has just passed the Senate. And the version that passed is the original version the House passed. Now, it's headed for the Governor's desk. Inside Sources begins with a refresher on what’s in the bill and why opposing groups say they’re against it.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
President Trump proposes United States takeover of Gaza Strip President Donald Trump has proposed that the United States takes control over the Gaza Strip, later saying that the U.S. could make Gaza “the Riviera of the Middle East.” What could this kind of proposal do to relations in the Middle East? What about with America’s allies who don’t like this idea? Dr. Austin Knuppe, Assistant Professor of Political Science and Dr. Jeannie Johnson, Professor of Political Science and Founding Director of the Center for Anticipatory Intelligence at Utah State University join our conversation. FBI agents suing DOJ over information release on Jan. 6 investigations, cases It’s quite an interesting situation -- FBI agents are suing the Department of Justice, hoping to block the release of information on those who worked on January 6 cases. The worry is that President Trump could seek retaliatory measures against the agents who aided in the investigation and prosecution of the President. Inside Sources shares updates on the situation. On the Hill 2025: Adding restrictions on political advertisements Ask virtually anyone – election and candidate advertising can get pretty ridiculous, especially during election season. State Representative Sahara Hayes is running a bill that would make changes to political advertising restrictions, specifically on social media. She joins Inside Sources to talk more about it. On the Hill 2025: Legislation that would address electricity rates Another bill on Utah’s Capitol Hill addresses electricity rates here in the Beehive States. State Representative Carl Albrecht is proposing changes to public utility regulation in the state, specifically looking at electricity and a "balancing account" owned by Rocky Mountain Power. He joins the show to explain more about the motivations behind the bill. Democrats release plans to push back on Pres. Trump’s agenda With the narrow majority Republicans have in the House, they're bound to need Democratic support to get things through. But will Democrats help? It doesn't look like it... That is, unless Republicans are willing to make concessions to the other side. Do Congressional Democrats have enough leverage against Republicans right now? Listen to hear thoughts from Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan.On the Hill 2025: New requirements for civics education in Utah Have you ever taken the U.S. Naturalization Test? How’d you do? Or if you haven’t taken one, how do you think you’d do? Turns out most Americans -- 2/3 of them -- could NOT pass the naturalization test; the same test we require immigrants to take as they work towards becoming citizens. A Utah State Representative says that's unacceptable, and he wants to change that number beginning with Utah's youth. State Rep. Doug Welton explains his proposal to the Inside Sources hosts. Debating the price of eggs Eggs... they seem to have gotten more and more expensive. Are you fed up with the price of eggs today? If so, you’ll want to listen to Erin’s side of things during this segment. Or do you not really care or notice the price of eggs? If so, you’ll probably side with Taylor. Either way, listen to this lively discussion!
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Eggs... they seem to have gotten more and more expensive. Are you fed up with the price of eggs today? If so, you’ll want to listen to Erin’s side of things during this segment. Or do you not really care or notice the price of eggs? If so, you’ll probably side with Taylor. Either way, listen to this lively discussion!
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Have you ever taken the U.S. Naturalization Test? How’d you do? Or if you haven’t taken one, how do you think you’d do? Turns out most Americans -- 2/3 of them -- could NOT pass the naturalization test; the same test we require immigrants to take as they work towards becoming citizens. A Utah State Representative says that's unacceptable, and he wants to change that number beginning with Utah's youth. State Rep. Doug Welton explains his proposal to the Inside Sources hosts.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
With the narrow majority Republicans have in the House, they're bound to need Democratic support to get things through. But will Democrats help? It doesn't look like it... That is, unless Republicans are willing to make concessions to the other side. Do Congressional Democrats have enough leverage against Republicans right now? Listen to hear thoughts from Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Another bill on Utah’s Capitol Hill addresses electricity rates here in the Beehive States. State Representative Carl Albrecht is proposing changes to public utility regulation in the state, specifically looking at electricity and a "balancing account" owned by Rocky Mountain Power. He joins the show to explain more about the motivations behind the bill.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
Ask virtually anyone – election and candidate advertising can get pretty ridiculous, especially during election season. State Representative Sahara Hayes is running a bill that would make changes to political advertising restrictions, specifically on social media. She joins Inside Sources to talk more about it.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
It’s quite an interesting situation -- FBI agents are suing the Department of Justice, hoping to block the release of information on those who worked on January 6 cases. The worry is that President Trump could seek retaliatory measures against the agents who aided in the investigation and prosecution of the President. Inside Sources shares updates on the situation.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider
President Donald Trump has proposed that the United States takes control over the Gaza Strip, later saying that the U.S. could make Gaza “the Riviera of the Middle East.” What could this kind of proposal do to relations in the Middle East? What about with America’s allies who don’t like this idea? Dr. Austin Knuppe, Assistant Professor of Political Science and Dr. Jeannie Johnson, Professor of Political Science and Founding Director of the Center for Anticipatory Intelligence at Utah State University join our conversation.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
President Trump working to abolish the Department of Education The White House is preparing an executive order that would abolish the United States Department of Education. It's a campaign promise now-President Trump is following through on, with additional support from the Department of Government Efficiency leader Elon Musk. Inside Sources begins with analysis on what abolishing the Dept. Of Education could look like. RFK Jr, Tulsi Gabbard clear key committee confirmation votes Big movements today for two of President Trump’s more controversial cabinet nominees. Robert F. Kenney Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard both cleared their committee confirmation votes and are now headed for the full Senate vote. Hosts Erin Rider and Leah Murray discuss the kinds of things that would have happened to get key Senators to commit to the nominees. On the Hill 2025: Reinvesting higher education funding Utah House Bill 265 aims to reinvest higher education dollars in programs producing the most results. Now, it's getting national attention, with some saying it's the perfect model other states should use when looking for ways to reinvent their higher education systems. Leah Murray saw a new article in praising the bill from a former college president and shares her thoughts. On the Hill 2025: Banning foreign funding in Utah elections On the first day of the 2025 Legislative General Session, Inside Sources spoke with State Representative Candice Pierucci about a bill she was working on that would ban foreign funding in Utah's elections. The language for the bill was just publicly released, so Representative Pierucci joins us again to discuss the language and what's being proposed now. El Salvador offers to take American deportees, criminals who are US citizens A rather unique and extraordinary offer coming from the president of El Salvador, offering to take in people here in the US illegally as well as violent American criminals -- including US citizens -- who are in jail here. Both groups of people would be imprisoned in El Salvador for a fee. Is this constitutional? Leah Murray and Erin Rider have a vibrant discussion on this offer... and whether the US would accept it. What is Elon Musk’s role in the Trump Administration? Head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Elon Musk is quickly "cleaning house." He's been integral in pausing everything at USAID and has been playing a major role in potentially dumping the Department of Education. But he’s not an appointed or confirmed individual, nor is he elected. So what authority does he actually have and is there any oversight? On the Hill 2025: Sen. Mike Lee offers support for HB300 United States Senator Mike Lee is chiming in on a bill running through the state legislature that would change the vote-by-mail process. We're talking about House Bill 300, which would require -- in addition to other things -- that ballots mailed out to voters be returned to a drop box where their ID can be verified. The Inside Sources discuss the role these kinds of endorsements can have. Former President Biden signs with talent agency What's a president to do when they leave office? Reading, writing a book, travelling, maybe signing with a talent agency? The Inside Sources finish off the show talking about what Presidents do when they leave office.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
What's a president to do when they leave office? Reading, writing a book, travelling, maybe signing with a talent agency? The Inside Sources finish off the show talking about what Presidents do when they leave office.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
United States Senator Mike Lee is chiming in on a bill running through the state legislature that would change the vote-by-mail process. We're talking about House Bill 300, which would require -- in addition to other things -- that ballots mailed out to voters be returned to a drop box where their ID can be verified. The Inside Sources discuss the role these kinds of endorsements can have.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
Head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Elon Musk is quickly "cleaning house." He's been integral in pausing everything at USAID and has been playing a major role in potentially dumping the Department of Education. But he’s not an appointed or confirmed individual, nor is he elected. So what authority does he actually have and is there any oversight?
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
A rather unique and extraordinary offer coming from the president of El Salvador, offering to take in people here in the US illegally as well as violent American criminals -- including US citizens -- who are in jail here. Both groups of people would be imprisoned in El Salvador for a fee. Is this constitutional? Leah Murray and Erin Rider have a vibrant discussion on this offer... and whether the US would accept it.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
On the first day of the 2025 Legislative General Session, Inside Sources spoke with State Representative Candice Pierucci about a bill she was working on that would ban foreign funding in Utah's elections. The language for the bill was just publicly released, so Representative Pierucci joins us again to discuss the language and what's being proposed now.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
Utah House Bill 265 aims to reinvest higher education dollars in programs producing the most results. Now, it's getting national attention, with some saying it's the perfect model other states should use when looking for ways to reinvent their higher education systems. Leah Murray saw a new article in praising the bill from a former college president and shares her thoughts.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
Big movements today for two of President Trump’s more controversial cabinet nominees. Robert F. Kenney Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard both cleared their committee confirmation votes and are now headed for the full Senate vote. Hosts Erin Rider and Leah Murray discuss the kinds of things that would have happened to get key Senators to commit to the nominees.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider
The White House is preparing an executive order that would abolish the United States Department of Education. It's a campaign promise now-President Trump is following through on, with additional support from the Department of Government Efficiency leader Elon Musk. Inside Sources begins with analysis on what abolishing the Dept. Of Education could look like.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
Tariffs on Mexico paused, tariffs still going forward on Canada and China Just today, President Donald Trump announced a one-month pause on previously-announced tariffs on goods from Mexico. But the tariffs on Canada and China are still set to go into effect tomorrow. Why is he doing this? Why is he doing it this way? The Inside Sources hosts discuss and get an expert opinion from Jonathan Freedman, CEO & President at World Trade Center Utah. Freedman also shares some resources for Utah companies that may do business with Canada, China, or Mexico. What is the future of USAID? Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he's taken the helm of the US Agency for International Development (USAID), saying it's time to reign in a rogue agency. It comes as DOGE leader Elon Musk says USAID needs major cleaning, saying it's "not an apple with a worm in it, but... actually a ball of worms." Inside Sources host Taylor Morgan has experience working with USAID and breaks down what the agency’s future might look like. On the Hill 2025: Legislature passes base budget We're entering week 3 of the 2025 Legislative General Session. And Utah's unique way of figuring out its budget means that the base budget for the next fiscal year is basically done. Inside Sources discusses why Utah has such a unique approach to the budget and what it means for legislation passed during the current legislative session. On the Hill 2025: Changes being made to public labor union bill Changes are coming to one of the most controversial bills in the Legislature so far this session. Rather than outright banning public labor unions from collective bargaining with employers, it's become a little more nuanced and complex. While the details are still being worked out in private, we have a basic understanding of what’s changing; the Inside Sources explain. On the Hill 2025: Legislation on Utah’s electoral votes A proposal to amend Utah's Constitution is being worked on during this legislative session, and it'd affect how Utah's electoral votes work during presidential elections. State Representative Jason Kyle is running the resolution and joins the show to talk about the motivations behind the legislation and what it’d do. Political town hall meetings: Still relevant in 2025? Town Halls with politicians -- are they still relevant or applicable in this day and age? Inside Sources co-host Rusty Cannon had a recent experience that kicked off this question. The hosts discuss the roll town hall meetings play in today’s political world and how voters could actually influence policy change.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
A proposal to amend Utah's Constitution is being worked on during this legislative session, and it'd affect how Utah's electoral votes work during presidential elections. State Representative Jason Kyle is running the resolution and joins the show to talk about the motivations behind the legislation and what it’d do.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
Town halls with politicians -- are they still relevant or applicable in this day and age? Inside Sources co-host Rusty Cannon had a recent experience that kicked off this question. The hosts discuss the roll town hall meetings play in today’s political world and how voters could actually influence policy change.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
Changes are coming to one of the most controversial bills in the Legislature so far this session. Rather than outright banning public labor unions from collective bargaining with employers, it's become a little more nuanced and complex. While the details are still being worked out in private, we have a basic understanding of what’s changing; the Inside Sources explain.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
We're entering week 3 of the 2025 Legislative General Session. And Utah's unique way of figuring out its budget means that the base budget for the next fiscal year is basically done. Inside Sources discusses why Utah has such a unique approach to the budget and what it means for legislation passed during the current legislative session.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he's taken the helm of the US Agency for International Development (USAID), saying it's time to reign in a rogue agency. It comes as DOGE leader Elon Musk says USAID needs major cleaning, saying it's "not an apple with a worm in it, but... actually a ball of worms." Inside Sources host Taylor Morgan has experience working with USAID and breaks down what the agency’s future might look like.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
POST-SHOW UPDATE: The tariffs on Canadian goods have been paused for one month following an agreement between Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and President Donald Trump.
Just today, President Donald Trump announced a one-month pause on previously-announced tariffs on goods from Mexico. But the tariffs on Canada and China are still set to go into effect tomorrow. Why is he doing this? Why is he doing it this way? The Inside Sources hosts discuss and get an expert opinion from Jonathan Freedman, CEO & President at World Trade Center Utah. Freedman also shares some resources for Utah companies that may do business with Canada, China, or Mexico.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
On the Hill 2025: The latest on the bill to ban public labor union collective bargaining One of the hottest bills on Utah’s Capitol Hill so far this session has been on removing the ability for public labor unions to do collective bargaining with their employers. We’ve covered it a bit on Inside Sources already but today – after already passing the House – the Senate decided to ‘circle’ the bill, which effectively pauses it for a time. Hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas explain where it goes from here. On the Hill 2025: Legislation regarding the privacy of signatures gathered for a political candidate The 2024 primary election brought a bit of controversy over the privacy of signatures gathered for political candidates. A new bill – which was just publicly released – looks to address this kind of situation. We wanted to get the latest on what the bill will do, so State Representative Mike Kohler joins Inside Sources to explain. On the Hill 2025: Legislation that could remove publication requirements for proposed constitutional amendments In 2024, Amendments A and D were tossed from the ballot partially due to missing a publication deadline requirement as stipulated in the Utah Constitution. During this Legislative Session... one State Representative is looking at ways to remove that same publication requirement specific to proposed constitutional amendments. State Representative Anthony Loubet walks listeners through his proposal on Inside Sources. On the Hill 2025: Legislation addressing law enforcement’s use of artificial intelligence “Disclose it if you use it” -- that’s the major takeaway of a new bill on Capitol Hill that addresses how law enforcement could use artificial intelligence. State Senator Stephanie Pitcher says there needs to be some kind of guidelines put in place before it becomes an issue. She joins hosts Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner to share more insights into SB180. Tariffs on Mexico and Canada go into effect this weekend Following through on his campaign promise, President Donald Trump is instituting 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada -- as well as a 10% duty on goods from China -- starting tomorrow. The White House hasn’t released a lot of specifics yet, but be prepared to pay more... starting almost immediately. The Inside Sources have a lot of thoughts on this; they share them during this segment. Examining an executive order that would affect international college students This week, President Trump signed an executive order that could affect international students on college campuses. The primary motivation? The antisemitic protests on college campuses during the Israel/Hamas war. Inside Sources discusses potential issues this could have due to things like the First Amendment. On the Hill 2025: Legislation to slow the flow of fentanyl movement in Utah Fentanyl has become more and more prevalent on Utah streets, and it’s become deadlier too. State Representative, and current chief of police in Roy, Matthew Gwynn is looking at several ways to help control the flow of fentanyl. He joins us to talk more about legislation he’s working on and the funding he’s asking for to make things happen.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
Fentanyl has become more and more prevalent on Utah streets, and it’s become deadlier too. State Representative, and current chief of police in Roy, Matthew Gwynn is looking at several ways to help control the flow of fentanyl. He joins us to talk more about legislation he’s working on and the funding he’s asking for to make things happen.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
This week, President Trump signed an executive order that could affect international students on college campuses. The primary motivation? The antisemitic protests on college campuses during the Israel/Hamas war. Inside Sources discusses potential issues this could have due to things like the First Amendment.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
Following through on his campaign promise, President Donald Trump is instituting 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada -- as well as a 10% duty on goods from China -- starting tomorrow. The White House hasn’t released a lot of specifics yet, but be prepared to pay more... starting almost immediately. The Inside Sources have a lot of thoughts on this; they share them during this segment.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
“Disclose it if you use it” -- that’s the major takeaway of a new bill on Capitol Hill that addresses how law enforcement could use artificial intelligence. State Senator Stephanie Pitcher says there needs to be some kind of guidelines put in place before it becomes an issue. She joins hosts Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner to share more insights into SB180.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
In 2024, Amendments A and D were tossed from the ballot partially due to missing a publication deadline requirement as stipulated in the Utah Constitution. During this Legislative Session... one State Representative is looking at ways to remove that same publication requirement specific to proposed constitutional amendments. State Representative Anthony Loubet walks listeners through his proposal on Inside Sources.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
The 2024 primary election brought a bit of controversy over the privacy of signatures gathered for political candidates. A new bill – which was just publicly released – looks to address this kind of situation. We wanted to get the latest on what the bill will do, so State Representative Mike Kohler joins Inside Sources to explain.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
One of the hottest bills on Utah’s Capitol Hill so far this session has been on removing the ability for public labor unions to do collective bargaining with their employers. We’ve covered it a bit on Inside Sources already but today – after already passing the House – the Senate decided to ‘circle’ the bill, which effectively pauses it for a time. Hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas explain where it goes from here.
Hosts: Erin Rider and Guest Host Jason Perry
Pres. Trump addresses the nation following deadly plane crash It's the most talked-about story today -- the deadly crash in the skies between a regional passenger jet and a military helicopter, resulting in the deaths of more than 60 people. President Trump addressed the nation earlier and confirmed what many had been dreading... that there were no survivors. Inside Sources begins with a discussion on this important national story.Gabbard, Patel face Senate confirmation hearings Senate confirmation hearings continued on Capitol Hill today as Senators grill President Trump's nominees about their pasts. Today, Tulsi Gabbard spoke to the Senate Intelligence Committee as part of the process to become the director of national intelligence. Kash Patel, Trump’s pick for FBI director, also faced difficult questions from the Senate Judiciary Committee. The Inside Sources hosts share their big takeaways from the hearings. On the Hill 2025: Legislation addressing drug pricing A large PAC is campaigning against a bill currently being discussed on Utah’s Capitol Hill. The bill, SB69: Medication Amendments, is being sponsored by State Senator Evan Vickers. His legislation addresses the 340B drug program, which several large national groups do not like. State Representative Steve Eliason is an expert on the program and knows the bill well; he joins the show to explain. On the Hill 2025: Legislation proposing Election Day become a state holiday Our special coverage of Utah's Legislative Session continues with a look at a bill that would designate Election Day as a state holiday. The idea has been floated around the country for years now, and some states actually do have Election Day set aside as a state holiday. Utah is not one of those states, but State Representative Ryan Wilcox hopes to change that. He joins Inside Sources to discuss the motivations behind the bill. Pres. Trump proposes sending criminal illegal immigrants to Guantanamo Bay Guantanamo Bay is back in the news today, as President Trump directs the Pentagon and Department of Homeland Security to house criminals set to be deported from the United States. It's part of his plans to crack down on illegal immigration and secure the southern border. Inside Sources host Erin Rider and guest host Jason Perry share their insights into this plan. Projecting the rise – or possible fall – of the federal deficit under Pres. Trump As President Trump has taken office and began working on his agenda, one question has been brought up several times, especially by very conservative members of the Republican Party: how will these decisions affect the national debt? Mike Murphy, Senior Vice President at the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget joined the program before the inauguration; he joins us again to update his predictions. Pentagon agency pauses celebrations for ‘diversity’ holidays Federal agencies have been directed to end Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Now, we're getting a better idea and look at how these programs will be discontinued. The Defense Department's intelligence agency recently sent out a memo saying it's pausing observances of diversity-related holidays. Inside Sources looks into the relationship between this move and President Trump’s agenda. Air taxis moving towards the future in Utah The future is coming into reality here in Utah, as the plan to launch air taxis moves forward. A new bill in the state legislature makes several propositions to advance air mobility. Inside Sources finishes with a discussion on the future of transportation.
Hosts: Erin Rider and Guest Host Jason Perry
The future is coming into reality here in Utah, as the plan to launch air taxis moves forward. A new bill in the state legislature makes several propositions to advance air mobility. Inside Sources finishes with a discussion on the future of transportation.
Hosts: Erin Rider and Guest Host Jason Perry
Federal agencies have been directed to end Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Now, we're getting a better idea and look at how these programs will be discontinued. The Defense Department's intelligence agency recently sent out a memo saying it's pausing observances of diversity-related holidays. Inside Sources looks into the relationship between this move and President Trump’s agenda.
Hosts: Erin Rider and Guest Host Jason Perry
As President Trump has taken office and began working on his agenda, one question has been brought up several times, especially by very conservative members of the Republican Party: how will these decisions affect the national debt? Mike Murphy, Senior Vice President at the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget joined the program before the inauguration; he joins us again to update his predictions.
Hosts: Erin Rider and Guest Host Jason Perry
Guantanamo Bay is back in the news today, as President Trump directs the Pentagon and Department of Homeland Security to house criminals set to be deported from the United States. It's part of his plans to crack down on illegal immigration and secure the southern border. Inside Sources host Erin Rider and guest host Jason Perry share their insights into this plan.
Hosts: Erin Rider and Guest Host Jason Perry
Our special coverage of Utah's Legislative Session continues with a look at a bill that would designate Election Day as a state holiday. The idea has been floated around the country for years now, and some states actually do have Election Day set aside as a state holiday. Utah is not one of those states, but State Representative Ryan Wilcox hopes to change that. He joins Inside Sources to discuss the motivations behind the bill.
Hosts: Erin Rider and Guest Host Jason Perry
A large PAC is campaigning against a bill currently being discussed on Utah’s Capitol Hill. The bill, SB69: Medication Amendments, is being sponsored by State Senator Evan Vickers. His legislation addresses the 340B drug program, which several large national groups do not like. State Representative Steve Eliason is an expert on the program and knows the bill well; he joins the show to explain.
Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray
The changing relationship between House and Senate leaders
This week, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson won the vote to keep his seat. In the Senate, Senator John Thune was voted in as the new Majority Leader. Will the relationship between the two chambers change with these leaders? We break down their history and relationship with each other and with President-elect Trump as well.
Potential for recess appointments for President-elect Trump’s cabinet
Those nominated to be in the new administration’s cabinet will go through a strict vetting and confirmation process. But there’s an exception to the process... which may end up being necessary: recess appointments. Hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner discuss what recess appointments are and why Donald Trump may need to use them even though he has a Republican Senate.
Could Trump reverse the impending TikTok ban?
Right now, TikTok is on track to be banned in the United States on January 19th – just before Donald Trump is inaugurated. Earlier this year, the now president-elect said he didn’t approve of a ban on the social media platform. So, could he actually do anything to reverse the ban? Inside Sources digs into the possible paths towards saving TikTok.
An inside look at setting up a new Senator’s office
As Senator-elect John Curtis prepares to move from the House to the Senate, it begs an insider’s type of question: what’s the whole logistical process look like when it comes to setting up a new Congressional office? Corey Norman is the Chief of Staff for Senator-elect John Curtis; he joins the show to give some insight into how political moves work in Washington, DC.
Spending during this election cycle in Utah
Looking back on this last election, we can now see how much each candidate spent during the race. And in the races for governor, senate, and attorney general, the candidates spent millions and millions of dollars. We talk about the big money spent this cycle and tell listeners where they can go to see financial information on their favorite candidates.
Utah’s independent candidates: How did they fare in the election?
Independent candidates running for Utah’s legislative seats hoped to make a dent against the Republican legislature in the election. Unfortunately for them, it didn’t happen this cycle. We do a bit of a debrief into why independent candidates across the state weren’t able to win any legislative seats this time around.
Women in Utah’s political environment
Today would have been the 94th birthday for Olene S. Walker, Utah’s first and only female governor. While she has passed on from this life, her legacy remains. Inside Sources hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner give listeners a history lesson into how women have affected Utah’s politics for more than a hundred years.
Pentagon: UFO sightings are on the rise
Did you know that the Pentagon has an office tracking UFO activity? A recently declassified report shows just how many sightings or accounts were reported, and the Pentagon is facing several questions on the topic. Do you believe in aliens? Do you want to believe? Listen to this segment!
Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner
Did you know that the Pentagon has an office tracking UFO activity? A recently declassified report shows just how many sightings or accounts were reported, and the Pentagon is facing several questions on the topic. Do you believe in aliens? Do you want to believe? Listen to this segment!
Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner
Today would have been the 94th birthday for Olene S. Walker, Utah’s first and only female governor. While she has passed on from this life, her legacy remains. Inside Sources hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner give listeners a history lesson into how women have affected Utah’s politics for more than a hundred years.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner
Independent candidates running for Utah’s legislative seats hoped to make a dent against the Republican legislature in the election. Unfortunately for them, it didn’t happen this cycle. We do a bit of a debrief into why independent candidates across the state weren’t able to win any legislative seats this time around.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner
Looking back on this last election, we can now see how much each candidate spent during the race. And in the races for governor, senate, and attorney general, the candidates spent millions and millions of dollars. We talk about the big money spent this cycle and tell listeners where they can go to see financial information on their favorite candidates.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner
As Senator-elect John Curtis prepares to move from the House to the Senate, it begs an insider’s type of question: what’s the whole logistical process look like when it comes to setting up a new Congressional office? Corey Norman is the Chief of Staff for Senator-elect John Curtis; he joins the show to give some insight into how political moves work in Washington, DC.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner
Right now, TikTok is on track to be banned in the United States on January 19th – just before Donald Trump is inaugurated. Earlier this year, the now president-elect said he didn’t approve of a ban on the social media platform. So, could he actually do anything to reverse the ban? Inside Sources digs into the possible paths towards saving TikTok.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner
Those nominated to be in the new administration’s cabinet will go through a strict vetting and confirmation process. But there’s an exception to the process... which may end up being necessary: recess appointments. Hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner discuss what recess appointments are and why Donald Trump may need to use them even though he has a Republican Senate.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner
This week, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson won the vote to keep his seat. In the Senate, Senator John Thune was voted in as the new Majority Leader. Will the relationship between the two chambers change with these leaders? We break down their history and relationship with each other and with President-elect Trump as well.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
Will Pres.-elect Trump’s cabinet nominees face an uphill battle to confirmation?
President-elect Donald Trump has made several nominations for cabinet positions this week. Some have been more traditional; others have caused quite a stir, even among Republicans. How will Trump’s picks help him fulfill his goals for the country? Inside Sources hosts Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray discuss the potential uphill battle towards confirmation.
Discussing why Trump may have chosen Rep. Gaetz to be Attorney General
Since announcing the nomination of Representative Matt Gaetz as Attorney General yesterday, Republicans and Democrats have both voiced concerns over Gaetz’s past. Does he even have a chance at being confirmed by the Senate? We share thoughts from political leaders.
Analyzing Democratic performances from the election; what will the future hold?
In the week since the election, one big question Democrats have been asking is ‘what went wrong?’ Several political insiders have said it came down to Democrats’ handling of the economy, but was there anything else? On Inside Sources, we take a look at several other potential causes of Democrats’ poor performance and what they might do to improve the future.
Examining the economic outlook with a Trump presidency
One of the biggest pledges Donald Trump made in his campaign was that he would fix the economy. How long would that take? What things should we – as the American people – watch for as we look for a better economy? Senior Economist at Zions Bank Robert Spendlove spends a few moments with us as we ‘read the tea leaves’ on the economic future of the United States.
Utah is still counting ballots: Normal or weird?
Utah officials are still counting ballots, more than a week after Election Day. This has prompted a lot of concerns on social media, with many people saying this isn’t normal. State Deputy Director of Elections Shelly Jackson joins Inside Sources to address those concerns and rumors. Listen to find out how common it is to be counting ballots weeks following a presidential election.
Future of the Depts. of Health and Human Services, Education
We begin discussing breaking news: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been nominated to be the next Secretary of Health and Human Services. What has he discussed doing in that department? We shift gears and talk about the Department of Education as well; what could the next administration do to its structure and policies? Inside Sources digs into it all!
Nearly 50% of Generation Z voters say they’ve lied about who they voted for
New polling data looks at how many people within each generation lied about who they voted for in the last election. The younger generations – especially Generation Z and Millennial – say they feel forced to lie about their presidential choices due to what they call voter intimidation. We break down additional reasons for lying, as discovered in a new Deseret News article.
Dogecoin soars following DOGE announcement
Dogecoin’s wealth has soared in recent days following President-elect Trump’s announcement that he’s creating a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Inside Sources finishes up with a fun discussion on how government can influence social media and finances, and vice versa. Much wow. Very demure. Listen to hear about pop culture and politics together.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
Dogecoin’s wealth has soared in recent days following President-elect Trump’s announcement that he’s creating a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Inside Sources finishes up with a fun discussion on how government can influence social media and finances, and vice versa. Much wow. Very demure. Listen to hear about pop culture and politics together.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
New polling data looks at how many people within each generation lied about who they voted for in the last election. The younger generations – especially Generation Z and Millennial – say they feel forced to lie about their presidential choices due to what they call voter intimidation. We break down additional reasons for lying, as discovered in a new Deseret News article.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
We begin discussing breaking news: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been nominated to be the next Secretary of Health and Human Services. What has he discussed doing in that department? We shift gears and talk about the Department of Education as well; what could the next administration do to its structure and policies? Inside Sources digs into it all!
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
Utah officials are still counting ballots, more than a week after Election Day. This has prompted a lot of concerns on social media, with many people saying this isn’t normal. State Deputy Director of Elections Shelly Jackson joins Inside Sources to address those concerns and rumors. Listen to find out how common it is to be counting ballots weeks following a presidential election.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
One of the biggest pledges Donald Trump made in his campaign was that he would fix the economy. How long would that take? What things should we – as the American people – watch for as we look for a better economy? Senior Economist at Zions Bank Robert Spendlove spends a few moments with us as we ‘read the tea leaves’ on the economic future of the United States.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
In the week since the election, one big question Democrats have been asking is ‘what went wrong?’ Several political insiders have said it came down to Democrats’ handling of the economy, but was there anything else? On Inside Sources, we take a look at several other potential causes of Democrats’ poor performance and what they might do to improve the future.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
Since announcing the nomination of Representative Matt Gaetz as Attorney General yesterday, Republicans and Democrats have both voiced concerns over Gaetz’s past. Does he even have a chance at being confirmed by the Senate? We share thoughts from political leaders.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon
President-elect Donald Trump has made several nominations for cabinet positions this week. Some have been more traditional; others have caused quite a stir, even among Republicans. How will Trump’s picks help him fulfill his goals for the country? Inside Sources hosts Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray discuss the potential uphill battle towards confirmation.
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
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.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
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.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
Senator-elect John Curtishas 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.
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
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?
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
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.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
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.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
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.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon
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.
Join today’s Inside Sources co-hosts, Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas, to discuss the aftermath of the 2024 election. The hosts share their unique perspectives on topics ranging from voters splitting their votes to government officials prepping for another Donald Trump presidential term. Speaker Mike Schultz joins the show to discuss the plans being made to inflate the Utah legislature from federal government and Congresswoman Celeste Maloy discusses her election victory and her plans to help shape major policy and grappling under a new administration.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas
As Americans pause to honor our veterans, we're reminded of the profound impact of over 16 million men and women who have served in our nation's armed forces. Utah's leaders highlight the contributions of more than 130,000 veterans who call the Beehive State home. Through times of peace and conflict, these brave individuals have embodied the unwavering spirit of service that defines our nation's character and ensures our cherished liberties endure.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas
As Utah's Second District Representative Celeste Maloy prepares for another term in Congress following her successful re-election bid, she brings the momentum of victory into a period of significant legislative transitions. Having already navigated the complexities of Capitol Hill during her initial partial term, Maloy now faces the dual challenges of the upcoming lame duck session and preparation for a transformative 2025 legislative agenda. The congresswoman's position takes on particular significance as Congress grapples with crucial issues, including the expiring Trump tax cuts and evolving federal priorities under a new administration. With major policy decisions on the horizon, Maloy's role in shaping Utah's federal representation enters a pivotal new chapter.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas
The 2024 election cycle in the United States saw a remarkable shift in voter behavior, with many states witnessing a split-ticket phenomenon that defied conventional political narratives. Across key swing states, voters demonstrated a nuanced approach, supporting Trump and the Republican party at the presidential level while also electing Democratic senators. As we delve deeper into the data, understanding the motivations and decision-making processes of these "ticket-splitting" voters will be crucial in shaping future political strategies and outcomes.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas
The 2024 presidential election has once again demonstrated the complex relationship between polling predictions and electoral outcomes, with Donald Trump securing a decisive victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. Despite polls suggesting a neck-and-neck race throughout the campaign, Trump's final tally of 312 electoral votes to Harris's 226, along with a popular vote victory, has sparked renewed discussion about polling methodology and voter sentiment capture. These outcomes have prompted both political analysts and pollsters to examine the ongoing challenges of accurately measuring public opinion in an evolving political landscape.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas
As President-elect Donald Trump begins shaping his second administration, key appointments are offering early insights into his policy priorities and governing approach. From Susie Wiles to Stephen Miller, the selection of Trump’s team signals a blend of political savvy and policy continuity with Trump's first term, particularly on immigration. Several prominent Republican lawmakers are under consideration for senior Cabinet positions, reflecting Trump's strengthened relationships with former rivals and consistent supporters alike. Meanwhile, the transition team is already setting a decisive tone, with figures warning that others must either embrace the incoming administration's agenda or step aside.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas
As the political landscape shifts following Donald Trump's election victory, Democratic governors are spearheading efforts to resist the incoming administration. Leaders in blue states are taking decisive stances, promising to protect their state's autonomy and progressive policies through legal and legislative means. This brewing tension between state and federal authority echoes the dynamics of Trump's first term, but now carries added significance as Democratic leaders grapple with their party's broader identity crisis and erosion of working-class support.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas
Drawing from Utah's renowned preparedness culture, the state Legislature is making strategic moves that extend well beyond the immediate political landscape. Following President-elect Donald Trump's victory, Republican legislative leaders are seizing the moment to strengthen state autonomy, particularly regarding public lands and energy resources. As lawmakers work to reshape the federal-state relationship during this pivotal transition period, Speaker Mike Schultz joins the show to share his insights on the situation.
Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas
The 2024 election cycle in Utah saw a significant shift in voter priorities, with economic concerns and political dysfunction emerging as the central focus for the electorate. Turnout declined compared to previous years and incumbent Republican candidates were able to solidify their support even as broader national trends pointed to a more polarized and divided political landscape. As Utah grapples with the implications of these results, unpacking the data behind the trends and voter sentiments will be critical to understanding the state's evolving political landscape.
Join Boyd Matheson for his last Inside Sources show! Boyd breaks down voter behavior and has J.D. Tuccille joins him to discuss the aftermath of this election. Scott Rasmussen emphasizes how this election rejected the elites. A slew of Inside Sources friends share their final thoughts and Boyd wraps up with the lessons he has learned this season at Inside Sources. And as always, make sure you see something that inspires, say something that uplifts, and do something today that makes a difference.
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Drawing to a close of an extraordinary season at KSL NewsRadio, Boyd reflects on a mission that transcended typical talk radio - dividing rage from reason and rising above the noise. Through countless "wow moments," the show demonstrated how dignity and empathy are essential to our shared human experience. As we bid farewell, we carry forward the enduring principles that guided our conversations and connected our diverse community. Let these principles illuminate your own path forward to see something that inspires, say something that uplifts, and do something today that makes a difference.
As the final chapter of the Inside Sources chapter draws to a close, the Insiders who have guided us through these pivotal moments come together one last time. Their decades of collective experience and hard-earned wisdom offer invaluable perspective on the challenges and triumphs that have defined this era. These trusted voices share their parting reflections - poignant reminders of the power of persistence, principle, and an unwavering commitment to shaping a more informed and engaged society.
Over the years Boyd has had the chance to have conversations and learn from some of the best thinkers and people who have come on this show and there are a few great principles that need to be highlighted in this final show.
The art of building meaningful connections begins with the smallest of interactions, from a genuine smile to a moment of shared understanding. In today's fast-paced world, it's these authentic touchpoints that create lasting foundations for collaboration and growth. When we take time to truly listen and engage with one another, we unlock the potential for innovation and breakthrough solutions that can transform our communities. Together, we're not just building networks – we're crafting a future where every voice contributes to our collective success.
The 2024 election has ushered in a new era, one that presents both challenges and opportunities for the media landscape. As Donald Trump reclaims the presidency, the long-standing tension between the former president and the establishment press now stands at a crossroads. Jeffrey McCall from DePauw University shares how journalists now face a pivotal moment to reexamine their role, recalibrate their approach, and ultimately rebuild the public's eroded trust.
Donald Trump securing a second non-consecutive term as President in 2024 is not merely a political win, but as a watershed moment representing Americans' declaration of independence from centralized authority. This election's impact transcends traditional party lines, uniting a diverse coalition of Americans who share common values and concerns. Scott Rasmussen emphasizes that this movement is a transformation of American politics, where citizens from all walks of life have rejected elite narratives in favor of their lived experiences.
In the aftermath of a high-stakes 2024 election, the dynamics of American politics have taken a dramatic turn. This shifting landscape raises urgent questions about the resilience of democratic institutions and the ability of elected representatives to effectively serve the needs of an increasingly divided electorate. J.D. Tuccille from Reason dives into the nuances of this complex political landscape and how we must grapple with the profound implications for the future of governance in the United States.
The story of American democracy unfolds not just at the ballot box, but in the daily commitment of citizens to participate in their governance. While campaign finances and endorsements capture headlines, it's the enduring strength of our democratic institutions that truly shapes how we're governed. Each election cycle reminds us that beyond the passionate debates and political theater lies the sobering responsibility of moving our nation forward. Together, we continue the profound work of building a more perfect union, guided by the shared vision of a stronger democracy for all.
Join Boyd Matheson in delving into Thursday's headlines! Chris Stirewalt joins the show to discuss polling and correctly calling elections. Jonah Goldberg discusses a new kind of realignment happening in America. Explore the themes of grief and hope with Reverend Theresa Dear. Eric Boehm breaks down what a divided government means in 2025 and More!
Join Boyd Matheson in digging into the Wednesday headlines! Boyd breaks down the results of the 2024 election and what it means for Donald Trump’s win and Kamala Harris’ loss, as well as the congressional results and what Utah’s election panned out to be. Robert Sherman joins Boyd to talk about how Trump pulled off this dramatic comeback. Kellie Meyers shares why Harris lost this election and More!
We gather not just as individuals, but as a community united in our commitment to creating positive change. The first Wednesday of November reminds us that when we join hands and engage with purpose, we unlock the extraordinary power of collective action. Through meaningful collaboration and genuine connection, we have the ability to transform not only ourselves but the world around us. Together, we stand ready to turn our shared vision for the common good into tangible reality.
When Kamala Harris assumed Democratic Party's presidential nomination, it marked a historic turning point in her career—one that had been defined by both monumental triumphs and difficult setbacks. Rising from the shadow of President Joe Biden, she quickly gained momentum, erasing Donald Trump’s lead in the polls, drawing unprecedented levels of fundraising, and galvanizing a left-wing base eager to secure the White House. Yet, despite these early successes, Harris was ultimately swept aside in a resounding defeat to Trump—a loss that stung deeply for both her and the broader Democratic Party. Kellie Meyers from NewsNation reflects on the election's outcome, the contrast between Harris’s trailblazing candidacy and the rise of a divisive, populist movement underscores the complex and often painful dynamics of American politics.
Through a tumultuous presidential election marked by shocking twists and turns, Donald Trump is poised to make a dramatic comeback, defying expectations at every step. Despite trailing Kamala Harris in the polls and facing unprecedented challenges—two assassination attempts, a shifting field of candidates, and an unpredictable political landscape—Trump's resilience and strategic maneuvering propelled him to victory. His "America First" message resonated deeply with voters seeking change, as he successfully navigated the complexities of a race defined by uncertainty. Robert Sherman from NewsNation shares how Trump overcame the odds and reclaimed the White House in a race defined by uncertainty and unprecedented challenges.
In a dramatic conclusion to this year’s election season, Donald Trump is heading back to the White House for another term. Despite his controversial campaign,his message of "Make America Great Again"seemed to resonate with voters disillusioned by the state of the nation, particularly the economy. As the election unfolded, it became clear that Vice President Kamala Harris, despite her attempt to offer a fresh vision, failed to convince the electorate that she could deliver the change they desired. In the end, Trump’s win has set the stage for what many are calling a great political resurgence in modern America.
It's the first Tuesday of November, which means it is election day all across our country. As votes are cast and ballots are counted, Boyd Matheson digs underneath the top stories of the day and provides crucial insight into the 2024 presidential election. Don't miss the great conversations about getting young people more involved and excited about our democratic process. Listen to some election wisdom from Utah's former governor Gary Herbert. And take an exclusive look inside the campaign headquarters for Donald Trump and Kamala Harris as they anxiously await the results of the election.
More important than loyalty to any political party this election cycle is loyalty to the founding principles of America. If we study, learn, and apply the lessons from history that formed this great nation, our politicians and politics will follow our lead. So this election, let’s re-commit to living the founding principles that have carried America to the heights of freedom and prosperity we now enjoy.
Start your week of news with Boyd Matheson! Boyd breaks down the political election cycle with less than 48 hours until we find out who our next president is. Heather Long shares the data about America’s economy. See how we can all reach out in kindness after the election with Curtis Bennett. Adam Cancryn reflects on Joe Biden’s political career and what its legacy will look like and More!
In times of heightened political emotion, it's natural to feel the weight of our democratic responsibility. This election season brings both challenges and opportunities, calling us to channel our concerns into purposeful action. Instead of letting anxiety overwhelm us, we can embrace these feelings as a sign of how deeply we care about our nation's future. By maintaining perspective and taking concrete steps, we transform our passion and anxiety into positive change.
In the quiet hours after Election Day, America will face a crucial moment that transcends political victories and defeats. While the media focuses on winners and losers, the true measure of our democracy lies in how we treat each other on Wednesday morning. Every neighborhood, town, and city across our nation holds the potential for small acts of kindness that can begin to heal our divisions. Curtis Bennett joins Boyd to discuss how the path forward is not found in Washington's halls of power, but in the simple decision to reach out and do one small act of kindness.
While Election Day commands our nation's attention with its fierce battles and divisive rhetoric, it's the morning after that truly defines America's character and resilience. The strength of our democracy isn't measured by who wins or loses on Tuesday, but by how we come together as communities and neighbors when Wednesday dawns. The real fabric of American society is woven not in Washington's corridors of power, but in the countless acts of everyday citizens who show up, work hard, and care for one another. This "Wednesday morning" spirit has carried America through wars, social strife, and contentious elections – and continues to be our greatest source of hope for the future.
The presidency of Joe Biden is drawing to a close, but his legacy remains uncertain. As he steps aside for a new generation of Democratic leadership, questions swirl around Biden's political future and the party's path forward. Adam Cancryn from POLITICO shares what this pivotal moment reveals about the state of the Democratic Party, the shifting electorate, and the challenges facing America's current president.
Despite persistent inflation concerns, the economic data reveals a story of resilience: record job creation, rising wages, and unprecedented wealth gains for middle-class Americans. While many voters remain focused on higher prices at the grocery store, a deeper analysis shows that the economy has not only recovered from the pandemic but is actually outperforming pre-pandemic projections. Heather Long from the Washington Post digs into how this disconnect between economic data and public sentiment has influenced how we measure progress and prosperity in modern America.
On the last day of campaigning, both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are embarking on a whirlwind tour of crucial battleground states, knowing that every last vote could determine who occupies the White House next. From Pennsylvania's working-class communities to Michigan's historic Grand Rapids, their carefully chosen final stops reveal the electoral map's pressure points and each campaign's path to victory. With 77 million Americans having already cast their ballots early, these final hours of retail politics could prove decisive in what promises to be another historic election.
Boyd gives his insight and perspective on the last Friday before election day. How havecampaigns delivered their final pitches to voters? We discuss the potential challenges and weaknesses facing a Trump term or a Harris term in office. The economy continues to be the most pressing issue on the minds of American families ahead of this election. How do Americans feel about our current system of voting? We cover this and much more here on Inside Sources.
To face the challenges of the modern world, command and control style of leadership needs to take a backseat to a different style of leadership. We need leaders who are teachers, and people who never stop learning throughout their lives. Boyd shares his stories and lessons of true leadership, and gives a model to look to in order to make the future a bright one for all.
With Americans filling out their ballots this week in preparation for the election, some polls and surveys have found that voters don't always agree with what their party says when it comes to how you should vote. This year, the Republican party has pushed for more people to vote early than in previous elections. The democrats have pushed away from requiring voter ID, but survey data reveals that voters from both parties are in favor of voting early and requiring an ID to vote. JD Tuccille from Reason joins the show.
The American Family Survey has released some revealing survey results, showing that inflation and the economy remains the highest concern for the majority of families. As cost of living is the greatest concern for the American people, how will that translate into votes this coming Tuesday? Lois Collins from Deseret News joins the show and breaks down this dynamic.
While Harris navigates her final presidential campaign stretch, the secretive nature of her transition team's decisions has sparked concern among Democrats who remain uncertain about the potential shape of her administration and its deviation from Biden's legacy. However, the determining factor of who Harris' appointees are could depend on the results of the Senate races, and which party ends up in control of that chamber in 2025. Jasper Goodman from Politico discusses this dynamic with Boyd.
Whoever wins the election this coming Tuesday will have a very big job ahead of them for the next 4 years, and many questions linger about how they will conduct themselves and pursue their policy goals. In the case of a Donald Trump victory, what are some potential weaknesses his administration could face? And would his administration be poorly equipped to apply the systemic change he says are necessary to make in our government? Megan McArdle from the Washington Post joins the show.
Welcome to the final inside look at Presidential Politics before election day on November 5th. If you've been a regular listener of this program, you know that we've been following presidential politics for a very long time, since the beginning of the first primaries. And on Tuesday, the culmination of a long and busy and controversy filled year comes to a head. What are the final pitches being made by the 2 candidates? Boyd gives his final thoughts before the coming election.
Join Boyd Matheson in digging into this Thursday’s headline! Phelim Kine shares about the recent prisoner exchange that the U.S. negotiated in with Beijing and the quiet manner it was done in. Olga Khazan shares about the “political ostriches” and the new strategy people are taking in engaging with politics. See how the democratic world can battle autocracy today with Anne Applebaum and More!
Daily rituals and practices shape not just our personal lives, but fundamentally define how we operate our businesses and campaigns. While we often take pride in staying busy and checking off tasks, this constant motion can create an illusion of progress that actually hinders our growth. The most successful leaders understand that true progress comes from aligning our daily actions with our core vision, not from the sheer volume of completed tasks. By examining our routines through this lens, we can distinguish between productive habits that drive us forward and those that merely keep us occupied.
Join our guest hosts, Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan, in digging into the national and local news! Rusty and Taylor discuss the state of the presidential election, Utah's mail-in voting, and the Washington Post's decision to not endorse a candidate. Dr. Joe Jarvis joins to discuss the healthcare crisis facing America. Brian Entin from NewsNation shares about his experience crossing state lines and what he is seeing in voter behavior and More!
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The declining trust in journalism poses a serious threat to the integrity of our democracy. The Washington Post is one of many news outlets who are grappling with the profession's credibility crisis and is trying to outline strategies to regain public trust. Jeff Bezos maked a principled decision to end presidential endorsements, citing their perceived bias, and acknowledges the inherent conflicts of interest that come with his ownership. His choice has raised critical questions about the role of the media, the influence of wealth and power, and the challenges of maintaining independence and credibility in an era of growing mistrust.
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Salt Lake County residents consistently show strong support for the ZAP (Zoo, Arts & Parks) tax, which provides critical funding for cultural institutions, recreation facilities, and green spaces. The tax, which amounts to just one penny per $10 spent, has enjoyed overwhelming voter approval in past renewal elections. The impending 2024 vote on extending the ZAP tax raises important questions about the role of dedicated taxes in supporting public amenities and the factors that shape voter attitudes toward such measures.
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Utah's healthcare costs have risen dramatically, with a 19% increase over five years and average annual spending reaching $5,000 per person beyond insurance premiums. This surge in costs is creating significant challenges for both individuals and businesses, with an estimated 429,000 Utahns unable to afford necessary healthcare in 2018. A coalition of healthcare professionals, business leaders, and activists has formed Common Sense Health Care for Utah to address these challenges through systematic reform. The situation raises critical questions about healthcare affordability, access, and the potential for state-level solutions to address these growing concerns.
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As Americans prepare to cast their ballots, voters across the nation are weighing the issues that matter most to their communities and families. From economic concerns to social policies, the motivations driving voters to the polls reflect the diverse priorities and challenges facing different regions of our country. Recent voter interviews have revealed fascinating patterns in how local issues intersect with national politics.
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The most consequential question Idaho voters will decide this election is simple, but its impact could be profound. Proposition 1 aims to end the Republican Party's closed primary system and institute ranked choice voting - changes that proponents say will lead to more representative government, but that opponents warn could dilute the GOP's political power in the state. With millions of dollars poured into the battle over this ballot measure, the debate has become a flashpoint in Idaho's increasingly polarized political landscape.
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Utah voters show high trust in the state's mail-in voting system, with 75% expressing confidence that votes are counted as intended. This trust stems from Utah's gradual and careful implementation of vote-by-mail over decades, in contrast to abrupt policy changes in other states. However, some concerns remain, such as issues with late USPS postmarks leading to ballot rejections. These findings raise important questions about the factors that build public trust in election integrity and the challenges of maintaining secure, accessible voting processes.
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As Election Day approaches in just six days, voters across America are making their final decisions in what's shaping up to be another consequential presidential race. Both campaigns are intensifying their outreach efforts, with candidates crisscrossing the country to rally support in key battleground states. Recent polling indicates a closely contested match-up between President Biden and former President Trump, as both seek to energize their bases and win over undecided voters. The heightened rhetoric and campaign activity underscore the significance of these final days before Americans head to the polls on Tuesday.
Join Boyd in digging into Tuesday’s headlines! Knox Thames joins to talk about how we need to recommit to religious freedom around the world. See how early voting is shaping this election with Ellen Ioanes. Shayla Love challenges us to embrace election anxiety and More!
Boyd gives his thoughts regarding anxious feelings ahead of this election. He reassures voters that culture and community lead this nation, politicians will follow. The day after the election life for Americans everywhere will continue, no matter who is in the White House.
Start your week of news off right with Boyd Matheson! Boyd and David Drucker delve into how the presidential election is shaping out right now. Michael Strain and Natalie Gochnour help project what the economy will look like after the election. See how to maintain relationships through divisive politics with J.D. Tuccille. Kelsey Dallas breaks down religious freedom’s role in the election and More!
The Major Brent Taylor Foundation has taken the lead in capturing the essence of military service and national pride while celebrating Veterans Day. The annual display of the massive American flag in Coldwater Canyon is a poignant tribute to the legacy of Major Brent Taylor, honoring his service and the sacrifices of all veterans. Through a variety of associated events, from blood drives to memorial marches, the foundation fosters civic engagement and collective action in commemorating the service and heroism of military members. Jennie Taylor from the Major Brent Taylor Foundation shares how the foundation leads by example how to have unwavering commitment to preserving the memory of local heroes and instilling a deep appreciation for the ideals of freedom.
In the lead-up to the pivotal election, the state of the economy has emerged as a central focus for many voters grappling with high inflation, supply chain disruptions, and lingering uncertainty about the future. As Americans navigate the complex landscape of economic challenges, understanding the perspectives of economists and analysts becomes paramount. Michael Strain from American Enterprise Institute and Natalie Gochnour from Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute helps answer where experts see positive signs of resilience and potential for growth and where they foresee continued headwinds and reasons for concern. The answers to these critical questions will not only shape the electoral outcome, but also profoundly impact the day-to-day lives and long-term financial security of individuals and families across the country.
Recent election polls are painting a picture of an extraordinarily tight contest between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. While Harris holds a razor-thin lead in several major surveys, other respected pollsters show Trump with a slight edge, highlighting the volatility of this presidential matchup. The battle for key swing states remains fierce, with both candidates trading narrow leads in crucial battlegrounds like Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. Adding another layer of intrigue to this unpredictable race, Harris's support among Latino voters, while stronger than Biden's, has shown signs of softening compared to previous Democratic candidates' performance with this crucial demographic. David Drucker joins the show to dig into the data and shares how the presidential election is shaping out.
Round out your week of news with Boyd Matheson! Boyd breaks down this week’s town halls and public appearances on the presidential campaign front. Asma Uddin shares how the Supreme Court’s decisions this term could unify the nation. Jonathan Malesic shares how success is being reshaped and how that is affected college students and More!
There is no such thing as time-management because you can not mold or shape time into what you want it to be. That leaves you with choice-management because you can choose to manage your choices in the present. Time cannot be a political promise. Our candidates cannot promise anything with time. Trump focuses on the past and Harris is focusing on the future. Both political strategies provide false hope and grudge up grievances. Leadership is not about going to the past or projecting the future, it requires leadership today.
As the Supreme Court embarks on its 2024-2025 term, it faces a unique opportunity to help reform the foundation of American civic discourse. The Court's docket includes several culturally charged cases that exemplify the increasingly binary nature of rights-based legal battles in our society. Legal scholars are saying that there are ways the Court might foster unity rather than division through its decisions. Their vision of a more nuanced, contextual approach to rights adjudication could provide a blueprint for healing America's deep social divisions while maintaining constitutional integrity. Asma Uddin joins the show.
The landscape of higher education is changing, being shaped by technological advancement, evolving workplace dynamics, and shifting cultural values. Traditional academic practices face unprecedented challenges as new definitions of success emerge in our digital age, which is making students approach their education differently than generations before. Skills, like reading, are becoming less important for students but with the relationship between education, career preparation, and personal fulfillment becoming increasingly complex, is that necessarily a bad thing? Jonathan Malesic from Southern Methodist University joins the show.
The 2024 presidential election has entered its critical final phase, with both campaigns making their closing arguments to the American people through town halls and public appearances. As Vice President Kamala Harris took to CNN while JD Vance engaged with voters on NewsNation, we witnessed two distinct visions for America's future emerge. The Washington Post's historic decision to cease presidential endorsements adds another layer of significance to this moment, highlighting how traditional institutions are adapting to our changing political landscape. These developments, combined with early voting turnout numbers, signal an election season that could reshape American democracy in profound ways.
Start your Thursday news off right with Boyd Matheson! Veronique de Rugy joins the show to discuss if America should be joining the swamp or draining it. Delve into the parental rights debate in the education system with Suzanne Bates. Harry Stevens breaks down why storms are doing more damage now. Matthew Pottinger shares about the upcoming 47G Summit happening in Utah and More!
Join Boyd Matheson in delving into Thursday's news! Alex Gangitano talks about the challenge trifecta in the Biden administration: providing hurricane relief, a Middle East conflict, and a American port strike. Eboo Patel talks about how the non-profit industry is struggling and how Americans can rediscover generousity. Katherine Mangu-Ward talks about the rising policy nihilsm in voters' beliefs. Olufemi Taiwo explores different alternatives to political debates and More!
Boyd talks through examples and strategies to develop a positive outlook and commitment to action. Hard facts can present great adversity, but they never tell the full story. Positive attitude and human resilience can carry us through hard times and difficult challenges to come out stronger and better on the other side.
Dig into Wednesday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson. Reflect on yesterday’s vice presidential debate and the candidates’ strategies with Jeff Greenfield. Eric Boehm weighs in on the economic policies presented at the debate. Hear the latest on what is happening in the Middle East with Eric Bazail-Eimil. Andrew Biggs breaks down a potential plan to solve social security’s insolvency and More!
The real test of leadership is what do leaders do when they do not have to do anything? The distinction between those who coast and those who proactively seek to make a difference becomes starkly apparent in these moments of choice. Leadership's impact extends far beyond immediate responsibilities, influencing the culture and direction of entire organizations or communities. In an age of constant distraction and rapid change, the danger of drifting aimlessly is ever-present, making proactive, purpose-driven leadership more crucial than ever.
The recent ballistic missile attack launched by Iran against Israel marks an escalation in the long-standing tensions between these two Middle Eastern powers. This bold move comes in the wake of several Israeli military operations in the region, including strikes against Iran-backed groups like Hezbollah and Hamas. Eric Bazil-Eimil from POLITICO shares how Israel could respond and what role the United States will play in this unfolding crisis.
During the VP debate, an insightful moment came from Senator JD Vance when he revealed a degree of economic understanding that contradicts his and Donald Trump's current platform. Tariffs are being touted as a fix all for America's economic challenges. But they won't be the problem free fix Donald Trump seems to think it is, and it seems that JD Vance knows this as well. Eric Boehm from Reason joins the show for some great analysis.
As Social Security's Old Age and Survivors Insurance trust fund approaches potential exhaustion in 2033, a critical debate emerges about how to address this looming crisis. Instead of across-the-board benefit reduction, an alternative approach proposes leveraging presidential discretion to protect the most vulnerable recipients. Andrew Biggs from American Enterprise Institute helps answer how we can balance legislative action and executive authority in addressing one of America's economic challenges.
The recent vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz has sparked intriguing discussions about political strategy, candidate preparation, and the broader implications for the upcoming election. As Vance made an effort to soften his image, Walz struggled with preparedness. With the jabs minimal and people walking away from the debate pleased, Jeff Greenfield from POLITICO emphasizes how has this political maneuvering shifted public opinion and if it will impact the upcoming presidential election?
The vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz has sparked renewed interest in the dynamics of the 2024 presidential race. While Vance arrived on stage facing skepticism from both Democrats and some Republicans, his performance marked a turning point in the GOP campaign. Meanwhile, Walz was able to get his footing during the second half of the debate. From last night, it is becoming clear that the vice presidential candidates play a crucial role in shaping the narrative and strategy of their respective campaigns.
Join Boyd Matheson in digging into Tuesday’s headlines! Lt. Gen. Newton joins the show to talk about the escalating conflict in the Middle East after Iran launches missiles at Israel today. Learn how America’s leaders need to better fund the military and its impact of delayed budgeting with Elaine McCusker. Taylor Giorno sheds light on the Longshoremen strike. Natalia Galicza shares how the nonvoters’ vote actually matters the most and More!
As the 2024 presidential election looms, the political world is grappling with shifting voter engagement and growing disillusionment. From seasoned voters losing faith to young adults questioning their civic role, bringing to light the nation's political turbulence. It is becoming more apparent that those who are disengaging in politics whose votes might make all the difference. Natalia Galicza from Deseret News weighs in on the issue.
Start your week of news off right with Boyd Matheson! Delve into the Jewish influence on early America with Rabbi Meir Soloveichik. Brian Darling breaks down what the next GOP Senate leader needs to do to return the Senate to its former glory. See what is going on with the ongoing supply chain challenges with Ari Hawkins and More!
Leadership is the cornerstone of progress, yet its absence often lies at the heart of our greatest challenges. When we face seemingly insurmountable obstacles, it's easy to misdiagnose the root cause, overlooking the critical role that effective leadership plays in driving solutions. A true leader not only provides direction but also serves as a rallying point, unifying diverse voices and channeling collective energy towards a common goal. As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, cultivating strong, visionary leadership isn't just beneficial—it's essential for shaping a brighter, more promising future for all.
The Jewish community played a significant role in contributing to the ideals and principles upon which the United States was built. Through the lens of George Washington's interactions with the Jewish community, we can gain invaluable insights into the founding father's vision for America and the hopes of religious minorities and the principles of religious freedom in this new nation. Rabbi Meir Soloveichik joins the show for a great conversation with Boyd Matheson.
As the 2024 presidential race enters its final stretch, all eyes turn to the highly anticipated vice presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance. This crucial event takes on unprecedented significance, offering a last chance for both campaigns to sway undecided voters and reshape public perception. With vastly different strategies and goals, the debate promises to be a pivotal moment in the election cycle. Max Burns from Third Degree Strategies breaks down what the candidates are doing to prepare for tomorrow and how this debate will impact this high-stakes presidential election showdown.
The Biden administration is grappling with ongoing supply chain challenges and the process is showing both progress and persistent hurdles. While initial efforts to centralize oversight showed promise, business leaders now express concerns about a lack of clarity in navigating supply chain disruptions. With a potential dockworkers' strike looming, the effectiveness of the administration's supply chain initiatives is once again under scrutiny. Ari Hawkins from POLITICO helps answer what the government's role in managing supply chains is and what are the long-term implications for American businesses and consumers if we cannot solve this challenge.
In the wake of Senator Mitch McConnell's leadership, the Republican Party faces a crucial battle in the U.S. Senate. As potential successors vie for the position, the focus extends beyond mere personalities to encompass a broader vision for Senate reform. This leadership transition presents a unique opportunity to address longstanding issues within the institution and potentially restore its deliberative nature. Brian Darlings from Liberty Government Affairs digs into the different reforms needed to build a long-lasting, trusted Senate.
As global tensions escalate, the United States finds itself navigating a complex web of alliances and adversaries. With authoritarian powers forming increasingly cohesive blocs, the stakes for maintaining a strong liberal world order have never been higher. It is time for America and it's allies to have decisive action and a unified approach to confronting global challenges that threaten democratic values and international stability.
Round out your week of news headlines with Boyd Matheson! Boyd breaks down the latest on the presidential front and Stephen Lile joins to share how a loss in the presidential race might produce long-term benefits for either party. Alexander Bolton digs into the GOP fundraising efforts in the Senate and the intricacy of campaign finances. See how the farm bill debate is shaping out in federal legislation with Saul Elbein. Nadya Williams proposes how to be pro-life human flourishing and More!
In our quest to optimize humanitarian aid, we often overlook a crucial truth: people are not problems to be solved, but human beings with immeasurable potential. While optimization has its place, true impact comes from recognizing the dignity and unique needs of each individual we aim to help. By fostering a human network that prioritizes compassion and personal connection, we can create a more profound and lasting difference in people's lives. It's time to shift our focus from optimizing aid to optimizing our capacity for empathy, understanding, and genuine human flourishing.
The farm bill, a critical piece of legislation that shapes America's food and agricultural policy, is once again at the center of political debate. If an agreement isn't reached soon and funding not secured, it will send American farming into dangerous unknown territory. Saul Elbein from The Hill delves into the farm bill's history and its impact on millions of Americans is crucial for fostering a more compassionate and effective approach to food security in our nation.
The 2024 U.S. presidential election presents a unique paradox in political strategy. As both major parties vie for a win this election season, they may be overlooking the potential long-term consequences of their success. Their strategies cause pause and reflection on what truly constitutes a political victory in the broader context of American democracy. Stephen Lile from University of Cambridge Judge Business School proposes that the victory could actually be a loss in 2024, which could lead to more substantial, enduring gains for either party in subsequent election cycles.
In our quest to make a positive impact on the world, we often find ourselves torn between the desire to optimize our charitable giving and the impulse to respond to immediate needs around us. However, by diversifying our giving portfolio and through integrity, we can not only save lives but also improve them. As we navigate modern philanthropy, Sigal Samuels from Vox emphasizes how we can reconcile our rational minds with our empathetic hearts, seeking a balance that honors both our capacity for strategic thinking and our innate human connection to those in need.
In a world increasingly focused on productivity and economic value, the role of motherhood and the inherent dignity of human life are subjects of profound importance. An upcoming book by Nadya Williams explores how ancient Christian perspectives can inform our modern understanding of these crucial topics. Nadya Williams shares how by examining historical attitudes and contemporary challenges, we can reconsider our cultural values and the way we view human worth.
In the high-stakes world of Senate politics, fundraising can make or break a campaign. The current dynamics within the Republican Party reveal a complex interplay of loyalty, strategy, and power. As several senators face tough reelection battles, questions arise about the allocation of resources and the long-term implications for party unity. Alexander Bolton from The Hill sheds light on the delicate balance between supporting party members and rewarding political allies, highlighting the intricate nature of campaign finance in modern American politics.
In a whirlwind of diplomatic activity, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made his presence felt in New York City during the United Nations General Assembly. His visit included high-profile meetings with both President Biden and former President Donald Trump, underscoring Ukraine's efforts to secure bipartisan support for continued aid. However, Zelenskyy's reception on Capitol Hill was noticeably cooler than in previous visits, reflecting shifting political winds and growing fatigue with the ongoing conflict. As winter approaches and aid packages dwindle, the Ukrainian leader faces an uphill battle to maintain the momentum of international support for his country's war effort.
Join Boyd Matheson in delving into Thursday’s news! Maura Carabello discusses how the Utah Supreme Court voids ballot measures that would have undercut voters’ power. Discover Senator Rand Paul’s “six-penny plan” with Eric Boehm. Nicholas Stephanopoulo discusses how accessible public opinion data could help ease political polarization. Frederick Hess urges everyone to develop strategies to be more digitally informed and More!
What causes people in power to end up mired in corruption and scandal as we see so often today? It begins with a tolerance for lies and bad behavior, and leads to a numbing of conscience. Boyd gives lessons and principles to be learned from man-made natural disasters.
Join Boyd Matheson in unpacking Wednesday’s news! Johanna Maska joins Boyd to discuss the different conversation about immigration that we should be having. Amos Guiorra shares how to combat the “enablers” in crimes. Samuel Abrams reflects on his personal experiences with cancel culture on college campuses and More!
The Bridging Religious Divides Symposium tackles some of the most pressing challenges in our increasingly diverse world. By exploring the complex concept of religious freedom on a global scale, addressing the roots of extremism in the United States, and fostering interfaith understanding, this event aims to spark meaningful dialogue and action. Through the lens of unique contributions as peacebuilders and change agents, Rachel Miner shares a fresh perspective on these critical issues.
Academic freedom and open inquiry are cornerstone principles of higher education, yet recent events suggest these values are under threat on many college campuses. The rise of academic boycotts, coupled with increasing incidents of classroom disruptions and intimidation, poses significant challenges to the free exchange of ideas. Samuel Abrams from Sarah Lawrence College shares how his personal experience highlights the growing tensions between intellectual diversity and ideological conformity in academia.
University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora has been at the forefront of the conversation surrounding the role of bystanders and enablers in crimes. His forthcoming book, "Enablers Across the Ages: Normalizing the Unimaginable", delves deeper into the complicity of those who fail to stand up for victims. This timely exploration challenges us to reevaluate our own roles and responsibilities in preventing harm and protecting the vulnerable.
In today's digital age, the power of media and technology is shaping our political landscape in unprecedented ways. With a wealth of information at our fingertips, we can easily find views and opinions that align with our existing beliefs about presidential candidates. However, this ease of confirmation bias is leading us to don digital blinders, potentially narrowing our perspectives as we approach the voting booth. Derek Hunter emphasizes how crucial it is that we hold ourselves to a higher standard of media literacy and seek out diverse viewpoints to make informed decisions.
Despite its crucial role, the current debate surrounding immigration often lacks historical context and fails to acknowledge the immense contributions of immigrants to the country's development. By examining the multifaceted nature of immigration, Johanna Maska from NewsNation shares how we can begin to understand its true impact on the nation and the importance of fostering a more nuanced and informed discussion on this vital issue.
Dive into Tuesday's headlines with Boyd Matheson! James Wallner joins Boyd to break down the filibuster debate happening right now and what ending it would actually mean. Mary Trimble shares the latest on what is happening between Israel and Hezbollah. See how a new bill could help alleviate military housing affordability with Congressman Blake Moore and More!
Start your week of news strong with Boyd Matheson! Boyd walks through the spending negotiations happening in Congress. Kelsey Dallas weighs in on the debate of celebrity endorsements. Learn about how lying became disinformation with Gal Beckerman. J.D. Tuccille raises warnings about how free speech is in jeopardy. David McCullough shares about his organization, the American Experiment Project, and More!
Sacred spaces have long held a profound significance in human culture, serving as focal points for spiritual reflection, community gathering, and personal transformation. The ongoing renovation of the Salt Lake Temple has sparked a renewed conversation about the nature and purpose of these hallowed grounds. As we contemplate the physical changes to historic structures, we ask ourselves: what makes sacred space sacred?
In this presidential election cycle, undecided voters and their deliberation process, far from being a sign of apathy or ignorance. They may actually represent a thoughtful approach to civic duty. At the core of American elections is the simple truth that we get to weigh our options and choose for ourselves. Gal Beckerman from The Atlantic emphasizes that this truth is reflected through the undecided voter and can motivate each of us to take a similar stance when approaching the voting ballot this November.
As humans, change is difficult but can be a great opportunity for us. The American Exchange Project knows that and is trying to give teenagers across the country the opportunity to go somewhere that is not like what they are used to, to give them a chance to see something different through their own eyes, and have their own experiences and conversations with people who think differently than them. David McCullough from the American Exchange Project shares how this initiative is making a difference in many teenagers’ lives.
Friendship is one of life's most precious gifts, offering support, joy, and growth in both good times and challenging moments. True friends stand by us through thick and thin, enriching our lives with their unwavering presence and compassion. In a world that can sometimes feel isolating, the power of genuine connections reminds us of our shared humanity and the strength we find in each other. As we navigate life's journey, cultivating and nurturing these bonds becomes not just a personal pleasure, but a vital investment in our collective well-being.
The free speech debate continues around the world as differing definitions clash and force us to think again about what we believe when it comes to free speech. We've seen this play out in real time between the company "X" formerly Twitter, and the nation of Brazil. Tech companies today are global, but different countries have different standards towards speech. J.D. Tuccille from Reason shares what conflicts are rising up, and what role does America play on the world stage when it comes to our first amendment rights.
In today's politically charged environment, how significant are the roles of celebrities? As we approach the 2024 presidential election, the endorsements of celebrities and public figures are drawing attention from fans and critics alike and contributing to the ongoing debate about the responsibility and influence of those in the public eye. While some say that public figures should be using their voice to share their thoughts, others argue that these celebrities' role is to solely encourage people to go vote this November. Kelsey Dallas from Deseret News weighs in on the issue.
As the United States government faces yet another funding deadline, congressional leaders are scrambling to avert a potential shutdown. This short-term funding bill, set to extend government operations through December 20th, will be voted on this week. It notably excludes controversial immigration proposals, highlights the complex dynamics at play in a divided Congress. It is an ongoing challenge to maintain government continuity amidst partisan tensions and the approaching election season but what does Congress need to do to get the job done?
Round out your week of news with Boyd Matheson! Jennifer Graham joins the show to discuss how political perceptions of the economy are differing from America’s reality. Dig into the tumultuous Middle East with Brad Dress and More!
A crisis is unfolding in our nation's schools, with student proficiency plummeting and chronic absenteeism on the rise. This troubling trend demands our immediate attention and innovative solutions. By starting with sound principles, establishing clear standards, and recognizing the individual behind each statistic, we can create a more nurturing environment for our students. These approaches not only have the potential to transform our educational institutions but can also serve as a blueprint for addressing broader community challenges.
Dig into Thursday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! Ian Rowe joins Boyd to discuss what the data is showing a year after affirmative action was struck down by the Supreme Court. Delve into the spending negotiations happening in Congress with Kellie Meyer. Jenet Jacob Erickson breaks down the data on what reality is for religious women, especially those belonging to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jay Evensen unravels the narrative that inflation is caused by greed and More!
In today's complex economic landscape, the interplay between government intervention and market forces remains a critical subject of debate. Price controls and similar measures, while often implemented with good intentions, frequently lead to unintended consequences that can exacerbate the very issues they aim to resolve. Let us all move beyond politically charged rhetoric and focus on developing effective, evidence-based solutions to economic challenges.
Join Inside Sources today as Boyd gives his singular perspective on the latest news that matters. Learn more about the life and legacy of President John Adams and how he helped shape the American presidency. Boyd talks about the rise in political violence we’ve seen, and how we need to self-reflect and recommit ourselves to the cause of freedom. Find the news you need in your day on Inside Sources.
Boyd emphasizes the principles we need to adopt and live in order to move beyond the contempt and anger that has set into our political discourse. It will take each of us engaging and lifting each other up to set this country on a better course, and it will begin with a commitment to the principles that built America.
A groundbreaking study conducted at the United States Military Academy West Point offers unique insights into the impact of online instruction on student performance and engagement. The findings present a cautionary tale for the future of education. Michael Kofoed, assistant professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, joins the discussion to explain that as institutions continue to embrace digital platforms, we all need to critically examine the true costs and benefits of online learning in shaping the next generation of leaders and thinkers.
Boyd reflects on disturbing new data about American's reactions to recent assassination attempts. The trend of both physical and verbal political violence is on the rise in our country, and the views of the American people matter if we ant to prevent a further escalation. If we allow contempt to set into our minds, the chances of ending the cycle of violence will diminish. Today we need to reflect on ourselves and our own views, and challenge enmity and resentment in ourselves and others and look to the principled lessons of history for solutions.
A delegation of Utah leaders is headed to our nation's capital to advocate for Utahns and discuss solutions to the most pressing issues facing our state today. Derek Miller, President and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance, joins the show to discuss the goal of the delegation and what they hope to accomplish.
The war on poverty is a never-ending one. Even with poverty among American children at a near all-time low, children who are born into poverty still have a high chance of ending up in poverty. In his new book Doing Right by Kids: Leveraging Social Capital and Innovation to Increase Opportunity Scott Winship, director of the Center on opportunity and Social Mobility at the American Enterprise Institute, lays out a road map to make sure our children's future is brighter tomorrow.
With interest rates getting cut and housing availability at the forefront of the campaign trail for each candidate. What does this actually mean for the economy? What else are these rate cuts going to affect? And most importantly, what does it mean for the average American citizen who's trying to make ends meet? Cary Wasden, Professor of Finance at Utah Valley University, joins the discussion to look at potential consequences in the short term, and the long term.
What were the crossroads and decisions that were made early in our nation's history to determine the future? What pressures did our founding fathers face in steering the course of our new nation? And what can we learn from it today? Lindsay Chervinsky, Executive Director of the George Washington Presidential Library, joins the show to discuss her latest book: Making the Presidency: John Adams and the Precedents That Forged the Republic and help answer some of those questions.
Join Boyd Matheson in digging into Tuesday’s headlines! Former Ambassador Jeff Flake shares what is next in his career path. James Capretta delves into how different candidates’ budgets will affect America’s fiscality. Learn about the value of the Congressional Research Service and their new director with Kevin Kosar. Sarah Jane Weaver provides input on Hulu’s new show and misrepresentation in the media and More!
Boyd reflects on the principles that brought about the creation of America's Constitution. He discusses the lessons that apply for us today if we're willing to listen, and learn from the examples of the great men and women who came before us and built this great nation.
Start off your week in diving into today’s news with Boyd Matheson! Boyd and Lisa Kashinsky unpack the attempted assassination on former President Trump this weekend. Peter Pomeratsev shares his new podcast, “Autocracy in America”, and its relevance in today’s democracy. Reignite your connection to the Constitution with Gary Schmitt and More!
In the face of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump this weekend, our nation stands at a crossroads where meaningful dialogue is more crucial than ever. The recent discourse surrounding political violence has been alarmingly brief, creating a pause and a prayer situation, with both sides retreating to familiar patterns of blame and defensiveness. This moment calls for a deeper reflection on our shared responsibility to foster a more constructive political environment. As we navigate these turbulent times, the question remains: Are we ready to move beyond surface-level reactions and engage in the challenging conversations necessary to address the root causes of our divisions?
The U.S. Constitution, a living document that has guided American democracy for over two centuries, continues to be a subject of intense debate and interpretation. As society evolves and faces new challenges, the role of the Constitution in shaping policy and protecting rights becomes increasingly complex. While legal experts play a crucial role in constitutional interpretation, there is a growing concern that ordinary citizens are becoming disconnected from the fundamental principles that underpin their government. Gary Schmitt from American Enterprise Institute helps answer how this disconnect raises important questions about the nature of constitutional democracy and the responsibilities of an informed citizen.
In an era of evolving societal norms, finding joy remains a central concern for many Americans. While conventional wisdom often points to financial success and personal autonomy as the cornerstones of a fulfilling life, emerging research suggests a different path. Brad Wilcox, the director of the National Marriage Project, delves into the surprising connection between marriage and happiness, challenging popular misconceptions and exploring the profound impact of strong family bonds on individual well-being and societal stability.
In an era of political polarization and rampant misinformation, the foundations of American democracy face unprecedented challenges. Peter Pomerantsev dives into his new podcast with Anne Applebaum into the subtle yet pervasive ways autocratic tendencies are taking root in the United States, drawing parallels with historical and international examples. As we navigate these turbulent times, this analysis of America’s democratic health offers crucial insights into the fragility of democratic institutions and the importance of vigilance in preserving the values that have long defined America.
The reported incident near former President Donald Trump's Florida golf course has ignited passionate responses across the political spectrum, highlighting the delicate balance between security concerns and democratic discourse. As details continue to emerge, this development underscores the complex challenges facing American democracy in an era of heightened tensions. The varied reactions from politicians and pundits alike offer a window into the current state of political rhetoric and its potential consequences for the nation's social fabric. Lisa Kashinsky shares the latest.
Round out your week of news with Boyd Matheson! Boyd provides insight into the upcoming presidential election and what to look out for. H.W. Brands shares how the 1940 election is impacting the foreign policy debate today. Learn more about how Afghan women are being treated under Taliban rule with Ishaan Tharoor. Boaz Atzili shares what a new negotiation framework would look like to resolve the Israel and Palestine conflict and More!
The American presidency is a role of unparalleled power and responsibility, shaping the lives of millions and influencing global affairs. Yet, it's an office fraught with paradoxes - immense authority coupled with frustrating limitations. In a piece by New York Times, Jamelle Bouie details the complexities of the presidency that often go unexamined during electoral campaigns. By delving into the day-to-day realities of governing, we gain valuable insights into what truly makes a successful leader in the world's most powerful elected position.
As the Israel-Hamas conflict continues to unfold, the world watches for a resolution that seems perpetually out of reach. Despite the clear benefits of a cease-fire for both Israelis and Palestinians, complex political dynamics and strategic maneuvering have thwarted progress. With lives hanging in the balance, there is a growing call for a new, more transparent approach to negotiations that could break the deadlock and pave the way for lasting peace. Boaz Atzili from American University’s School of International Service shares what this framework could look like and how the Middle East can accomplish a peaceful compromise.
In the shadow of the Taliban's resurgence, Afghanistan stands as a haunting testament to the fragility of progress and the enduring struggle for human rights. Two decades after the U.S.-led intervention following 9/11, the country has come full circle, with the Taliban once again imposing their harsh interpretation of Islamic law, particularly on women and girls. As the world grapples with how to respond to this humanitarian crisis, Ishann Tharoor from the Washington Post raises concern on how Afghan women find themselves trapped in an increasingly suffocating society, their voices silenced and their futures uncertain.
The 1940 U.S. presidential election marked a pivotal moment in American history, challenging long-held traditions and shaping the nation's global role. As we face similar crossroads in 2024, the debates between Franklin D. Roosevelt and Charles Lindbergh offer valuable insights into the complexities of American leadership on the world stage. H.W. Brands from the University of Texas emphasizes how examining this crucial period can help us gain perspective on our current foreign policy challenges and the delicate balance between engagement and restraint.
As the 2024 presidential election draws near, the political landscape is buzzing with anticipation and uncertainty. Vice President Kamala Harris, having stepped into the spotlight following a decisive debate performance, finds herself gaining momentum in the polls. However, the unpredictable nature of American politics and the razor-thin margins in battleground states reminds us of the critical importance of voter turnout and the potential for every single vote to shape the future of our nation.
The political landscape of Washington, D.C., often referred to as "the swamp," holds surprising lessons for those willing to look deeper. As we enter the 2024 election season, it's crucial to focus on candidates who embody principles that can transform this complex ecosystem. The wisdom shared by a Rabbi at a D.C. dinner, as recounted by Boyd, reminds us of the valuable insights that can emerge from unexpected sources. By seeking leaders who demonstrate wisdom, openness to learning, self-restraint, contentment in their role, and respect for all, we can work towards a more principled and effective government. Because rather than draining the swamp, we should infuse it with principles and hope because the swamp still matters at the end of the day.
Join Boyd Matheson is delving into Thursday’s news. Jay Evensen sits down with Boyd to discuss the topic missing from yesterday’s debate: the national debt. Learn how psychology can heal political divisions with Jamil Zaki. Naman Shah breaks down the benefits of refugees and how we can reform the immigrant policy to be more welcoming and effective. The Surgeon General’s message about parenting is missing how rewarding and fulfilling parenting can be according to Wendy Wang and More!
To solve more problems in our society, a greater focus and energy towards promoting strong families. A focus on family will do more good for us than any government policy change could accomplish. Boyd reflects on how we can refocus our mindset towards building stronger communities by strengthening the American family.
Dig deep into Wednesday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! Boyd unpacks last night’s presidential debate and Scott Rasmussen joins to share the latest polling numbers. Eric Boehm shares how inflation evokes an emotional response and is a powerful indicator on civil tranquility. See what is on the horizon for the Supreme Court with Kelsey Dallas. JT Young shares how the different presidential campaign strategies will impact this year’s election cycle and More!
Boyd reflects on a conversation he had a while back with Kenneth Feinberg, the man who was entrusted with the monumental task of administering the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund. Initially met with skepticism and anger, Feinberg's compassionate approach and tireless efforts over three years transformed the Fund into a resounding success with over 97% of eligible families participating. Through this extraordinary experience, Feinberg gained profound insights into the complexities of human grief, resilience, and the limits of monetary compensation in healing deep emotional wounds.
As the world's largest democracy, soon-to-be third-largest economy, and a technological powerhouse, India presents a unique opportunity for the United States to forge a partnership that could decisively shift the balance of global influence. With its vast human capital, growing military capabilities, and shared democratic values, India stands poised to become a natural ally in addressing the challenges of the 21st century. The potential for this Indo-American alliance is immense, Aparna Pande from the Hudson Institute emphasizes, offering a vision of a more balanced and prosperous world order.
Inflation, often viewed as a mere economic indicator, can affect not just our wallets, but our minds and societies. From ancient revolts to modern political upheavals, the impact of rising prices extends far beyond the realm of economics. As we grapple with recent inflationary pressures, Eric Boehm from Reason provides understanding of this phenomenon that is becoming increasingly crucial to a stable nation.
The pivotal contest between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris has transformed into a clash of competing visions for America's future: security versus identity. With Harris stepping in for Biden, the Democratic strategy has shifted dramatically, focusing on symbolism and representation, while Republicans aim to spotlight policy issues and national security concerns. The outcome of this election may hinge not just on the candidates themselves, but on which narrative – identity or security – resonates more deeply with the American electorate. JT Young from The Hill joins the show to shed light on the perspective.
As the Supreme Court prepares to reconvene, anticipation builds around the potential religious freedom cases that may shape the upcoming term. After a notable absence of religion-related rulings in the previous session, the Court now faces a diverse array of faith-based issues.With several high-profile appeals on the horizon, the Court's decisions could have far-reaching implications for the role of faith in public life and the protection of religious minorities. Kelsey Dallas from Deseret News shares the latest on the Supreme Court.
Last night's presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump showcased a stark contrast in style, strategy, and vision for America's future. Even though the candidates clashed on key issues such as the economy, immigration, and abortion, voters were still left with an unclear choice for the direction of the country. With just weeks until Election Day, this debate may prove pivotal in shaping the final stretch of this historic and consequential race for the White House depending on the public perception of the event.
As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, the nation finds itself on the cusp of a historic moment. The race has tightened significantly since Harris entered the fray, with polls showing a narrow margin between the two candidates both nationally and in key battleground states. As Americans prepare to cast their votes on November 5th, the outcome remains uncertain, promising a riveting finale to this extraordinary election season. Scott Rasmussen shares his thoughts from his decades of experience in the field.
Dive into Tuesday’s news with Boyd Matheson! Michael Warren joins the show to discuss tonight’s presidential debate and what to look for. The pressure is on for the debate’s moderators and Jeffrey McCall shares how they can be effective in their roles. Jack Butler sheds light on how the government should approach national emergencies. The clear signs of economic slowdown and challenges in the bank sector, Desmond Lachman shares about this pivotal moment in monetary policy and More!
Boyd honors the late actor James Earl Jones and reflects on his monologue from the film “Field of Dreams”. He provides a different framework to engage in tonight’s presidential debate. How much time will the candidates spend thinking about themselves? And how much time will they give providing a vision for the country and a better way forward for the American people?
Join Boyd Matheson is delving into Monday’s news. Rev. Theresa Dear joins Boyd to celebrate President Russell M. Nelson’s 100th birthday by reminiscing on her relationship with the church leader through the years and shares about how we can be better neighbors and generate hope in our communities. Kellie Meyer shares how viewers can prep for tomorrow’s presidential debate. Dig into the spending fight in Congress with Jacob Bogage and More!
President Russell M. Nelson, a remarkable figure in both medicine and faith, celebrates his 100th birthday today. His tenure as president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been marked by transformative leadership and a sense of urgency. With a unique ability to connect with people from all walks of life, President Nelson has touched countless lives through his warmth, compassion, and unwavering commitment to his principles. His legacy serves as an inspiring example of how one individual can make a profound impact on the world through dedication, service, and love.
As the nation turns its attention to Philadelphia, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to face off in a pivotal debate that could shape the course of the 2024 presidential election. With polls showing a tight race, both candidates are preparing to make their case to the American people, each facing unique challenges and opportunities on the debate stage. For Harris, the goal is to maintain her momentum and appeal to centrist voters, while Trump aims to broaden his support beyond his base and present a vision for the future. This high-stakes encounter promises to be a defining moment in the campaign, offering voters a chance to directly compare the two candidates and their visions for America's future. Kellie Meyer from NewsNation shares about each candidate’s policies and what to look for at tomorrow’s debate
As the nation braces for a pivotal moment in the 2024 presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to face off in their first and potentially only debate on Tuesday night in Philadelphia. The debate, expected to draw a massive audience, could significantly shape the course of the campaign, especially given the compressed election timeline and the current neck-and-neck polling. With both candidates aiming to create lasting impressions and sway undecided voters, the nation eagerly anticipates a night of robust and transparent discussions.
As Congress reconvenes in Washington, the looming threat of a government shutdown takes center stage, with funding set to expire on September 30th. The clock is ticking for lawmakers to pass a continuing resolution, but disagreements between Republicans and Democrats over the duration of the stopgap measure and attached provisions are complicating matters. With the 2024 elections casting a long shadow over these discussions, Jacob Bogage from the Washington Post shares that both parties need to carefully weigh their options to balance immediate needs with long-term political strategies.
In a world of constant change, our communities face the challenge of adapting and becoming better neighbors to those around us. Rev. Theresa Dear offers profound insights on embracing diversity and extending our arms, ears, and faith to others, regardless of their traditions or norms. She shares a powerful perspective on hope, highlighting the transformative effect it can have when we engage with those who feel hopeless. By fostering a spirit of inclusivity and optimism, we can create a more welcoming environment for all, reminding us that a hopeful tomorrow is within reach for everyone.
In an inspiring story of partnership and progress, Rev. Theresa Dear shares her experience working with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the NAACP to bring self-reliance programs to inner-city families and couples. This collaboration, initiated seven years ago under the visionary leadership of President Nelson and the NAACP, has blossomed into a powerful coalition of friendship and understanding. The impact of their joint efforts, including the creation of a transformative toolkit for inner-city communities, demonstrates the profound change that can occur when diverse groups link arms in pursuit of a common goal. Rev. Dear's account not only highlights the strategic and impactful nature of this alliance but also offers a heartwarming glimpse into the personal connections forged along the way.
Join Boyd Matheson on Inside Sources today for the best perspective on the latest news! Protests have broken out in Israel in the aftermath of 6 hostages being killed by Hamas. American communities here are also feeling pain as one of the hostages was an Israeli-American citizen. Boyd focuses on an under the headline story about America's need to ramp up our apprenticeship programs. And after a study was carried out regarding UBI, or Universal Basic Income, the results showed that we need to think again about how to address poverty in America.
Join Boyd in delving into Friday’s news as he unpacks the Harris and Walz CNN interview and the state of the presidential race. Joe Pitts helps answer the question, “What should men’s role in society be?”. Greg Jaffe shares the hardships of military recruiting in the middle of an increasingly divided nation. Reflect on what society can do to buoy parents up with Lois Collins and More!
As Labor Day approaches, we are reminded of the importance of pausing to reflect on the value of work, civic institutions, and the progress we've made as a society. This holiday offers us a moment to express gratitude for our jobs and the hard-fought worker rights that previous generations secured through their dedication and sacrifice. It's also an opportunity to recognize the vital role that civic institutions play in binding our communities together and propelling us forward. In a time when political divisions often dominate the conversation, it's crucial to remember and cherish the shared values and structures that unite us as a nation.
In a culture increasingly aligning towards individualism and technology dependence, the American identity of masculinity for men and young men in particular is going through a form of identity crisis. This journey of redefinition touches on fundamental aspects of life, from personal relationships and career paths to societal contributions and self-perception.What role should men play in our society? Joe Pitts, a public policy professional, answers how to do so by veering away from the trend towards hyper-individualism, and towards civic engagement and community.
This week, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory highlighting the mental health crisis facing parents across America. This unprecedented recognition of parental stress as a public health concern sheds light on the complex challenges of modern parenting. From financial worries to societal pressures, parents are grappling with a myriad of stressors that impact not only their well-being but also that of their children. Lois Collins from Deseret News shares how we as a society can better support parents and, by extension, nurture the next generation.
Across the United States, military recruiters from all branches are facing one of the most challenging periods in the history of the all-volunteer force, as they struggle to find qualified and willing young Americans to join their ranks. Greg Jaffe from The Washington Post shares how this recruitment crisis reflects broader changes in American society, from declining trust in institutions to shifting demographics and evolving perceptions of national service. As the pool of eligible candidates shrinks and competition with the private sector intensifies, recruiters are not just offering jobs – they're selling a vision of service to the country in an increasingly divided nation.
In a pivotal moment for her presidential campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris sat down with CNN's Dana Bash for her first major interview since becoming the Democratic nominee. Joined by her running mate, Governor Tim Walz, Harris navigated a range of topics from policy positions to personal reflections. With a blend of caution and confidence, Harris aimed to position herself as both a continuity of the Biden administration and a fresh voice for America's future as she prepares to face former President Donald Trump in the upcoming election. But how did it actually go and did Harris hit the mark?
Dig into Thursday’s news with Boyd Matheson! Boyd shares an earlier recorded interview with Elder David A. Bednar while they were in Peru for a conference and they discussed how we can influence communities for the better through shared principles. Yuval Levin joined Boyd on Sunday Edition to discuss the Constitution, our founders, and the relationship between government and the American people. Mitch Harper kicks off the start of the college football season and More!
In Peru, Boyd experienced a powerful reminder of the transformative potential that lies within each individual. It is critically important to bring one's authentic self to the public sphere, where genuine engagement can spark real change. In a world often paralyzed by division, the need to bridge our differences and focus on solutions that drive true progress and societal momentum can be found in each of us. Boyd’s experience in Peru created a compelling call to action, affirming that one person, armed with passion and purpose, can indeed make a profound difference in shaping our collective future.
Yuval Levin, the director of social, cultural and constitutional studies at the American Enterprise Institute, joins Boyd to discuss what we think we know regarding the Constitution, our founders, and our relationship to our government and each other. They discuss Yuval's latest work, "American Covenant: How the Constitution Unified Our Nation- and Could Again," and how the Constitution can create unity across our country. Yuval shares why he uses the word, "covenant" as part of the title and walks through a Madisonian approach in unity-making. They finish with diving into the idea that anyone can incite a populist uprising and examine the problems with political populism.
The excitement of college football fans across the nation is reaching a fever pitch with the kickoff of the 2024 season this weekend. Stadiums come alive with the thunderous roar of crowds, marching bands strike up familiar fight songs, and players don their jerseys with a mix of nerves and anticipation. From powerhouse programs to hopeful underdogs, the beloved American tradition promises months of unforgettable action. Mitch Harper from KSL shares what this year's match ups look like and what we should keep an eye out for.
Elder Ulysses Soares, an apostle of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, got to give a speech at a recent G-20 gathering. He chose to speak about the concept of moral mangrove trees. For those who haven't seen a mangrove forest, these unique trees create vast root systems that are intertwined, and they all strengthen each other and help each other grow. It is a reminder to us all of the importance of community building and service when it comes to building a better world for all.
As the 2024 presidential race unfolds, Kamala Harris faces scrutiny over her policy positions, yet history suggests that vagueness can be a powerful tool in winning elections. Historical precedents challenge the notion that comprehensive policy platforms are essential for electoral success. It is up to the American people to consider the delicate balance between providing substance and maintaining broad appeal in a diverse electorate because it is crucial to hold our country's leaders to the highest standards possible.
As the 2024 presidential race takes an unprecedented turn, Vice President Kamala Harris finds herself at the center of national attention as she agrees to her first interview with the media. However, the decision to include her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, in this pivotal conversation has raised eyebrows and sparked debate among political observers. As Harris prepares to face the nation, questions arise about her strategy, her readiness to lead, and the potential impact of this joint interview on her campaign's momentum.
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Join today’s guest host, Marty Carpenter, for a day full of news. Emily Brooks joins Marty to discuss how Congress can stop a potential shutdown by preventing the stop-gap funding fight. Samuel Benson shares the holes in Trump’s deportation plan. Trump is also trying to stop Harris’s current momentum and Brett Samuels gives the latest on the presidential race. Hanna Seariac shares how Utah is beating the “dechurching” trend happening around America and More!
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As the 2024 presidential race heats up, candidates' policy platforms are coming under increased scrutiny, with both major parties facing questions about their plans for the future. While Vice President Kamala Harris has yet to release her full policy platform, former President Donald Trump's proposed immigration policies have also raised eyebrows among experts and analysts. Samuel Benson from Deseret News shares how Trump's recent statements about deportation and international trade have sparked a robust debate about the feasibility and economic impact of such measures.
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Utah, known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant communities, faces a hidden challenge that touches the lives of many of its residents: mental and behavioral health. With rates of mental illness and youth suicide surpassing national averages, the Beehive State finds itself at a critical juncture in addressing these pressing issues. Despite the growing need, access to mental health services remains a significant hurdle, compounded by a shortage of mental health professionals, particularly in rural areas. Laura Summers from The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute into this crucial topic, we'll explore the unique challenges Utah faces and the potential pathways forward to ensure the well-being of all its citizens.
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As Labor Day approaches, we're reminded of the profound impact our work environments have on our lives, both personally and professionally. In today's rapidly evolving job market, where employee satisfaction and retention are more crucial than ever, the lessons from unexpected sources like the hit TV show "Ted Lasso" offer valuable insights into creating positive, productive work environments. Michelle Singletary from the Washington Post explores how empathetic leadership and respectful workplaces not only benefit employees' well-being but also contribute to an organization's financial success and longevity.
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Utah stands out as a beacon of religious engagement in an increasingly secular world. With church attendance rates surpassing those of most U.S. states and European countries, the Beehive State offers a unique case study in the role of faith in modern society. Hanna Seariac from Deseret News shares how Utah's religious landscape highlights its diverse faith communities and how it has potential benefits associated with religious participation for everyone.
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As the 2024 presidential race intensifies, former President Donald Trump's campaign is shifting into high gear to counter Vice President Kamala Harris's growing momentum. With a revamped strategy focusing on battleground states, smaller events, and key endorsements, the Trump team is working to redefine the narrative while Harris continues to build on her early successes. As both candidates prepare for their first debate on September 10th, the political landscape remains fluid, with each move potentially reshaping the path to the White House. Brett Samuels from The Hill shares the latest on the presidential race.
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As the landscape of higher education continues to evolve, we find ourselves at a critical juncture where data, accountability, and student outcomes have taken center stage. Beth Akers, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and renowned author, offers a thoughtful examination of the challenges and opportunities facing today's students. Beth shares the data and its role in shaping the future of higher education and how it can empower students to make more informed decisions about their academic and financial futures.
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As Congress returns from its August recess, a critical challenge looms on the horizon: averting a government shutdown by September 30th. While lawmakers on both sides acknowledge the need for a stopgap measure, a conservative-backed push to include stricter voting requirements threatens to complicate negotiations. This developing situation sets the stage for a high-stakes showdown that could have far-reaching implications for government operations and the integrity of future elections. Emily Brooks from The Hill joins to share the latest.
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Drawing from his own experiences as a father and his observations as a public health leader, U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, sheds light on the often-overlooked stress and mental health concerns facing parents and caregivers across America in a new article in the New York Times. The interwoven personal anecdotes and alarming statistics paints vivid pictures of the silent struggles facing families. With this awareness, how can we catalyze meaningful change in how society supports and values the vital work of raising children?
Join Adam Gardiner & Leah Murray to discuss the proposal to restrict cell phone use in Utah schools. The tragic withdrawal from Afghanistan three years ago is becoming a political issue in this election. Mark Zuckerberg is now talking about being censored by the Biden administration to remove Meta posts regarding COVID-19 during the pandemic. We cover this and much more today on Inside Sources.
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Our hosts share their takeaways from the political conventions this year, and share under the headline moments that stood out to them.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Leah Murray
The Department of Justice is suing software developer, RealPage over an alleged scheme to decrease “competition among landlords in apartment pricing and to monopolize the market for [software] that landlords use to price apartments.” What are the details of this price fixing scheme? And how much is it affecting rent and home prices on the market? Josh Sisco from Politico joins the show.
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The energy, as well as the fundraising surrounding VP Kamala Harris’ campaign has given new life to the democratic party, with many candidates getting more support from volunteers as well as more funding to push their campaigns forward. How much is her leading the Democratic ticket boosting the chances for Democrats in House races? Could the Democrats take back the House majority in November? Mike Lillis from The Hill joins the show.
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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he regrets caving to White House pressure on COVID-19 related content, as well as hiding content on Hunter Biden that the FBI warned may have been part of a Russian disinformation operation ahead of the 2020 presidential election. He also said he wouldn’t repeat the contributions he made in the last election cycle, donating almost $400 million to election infrastructure. Our hosts discuss the fallout of these decisions.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Leah Murray
As the school year begins, Ogden School District is doing great work to help students in need. Three Student Resource Centers will open this semester at schools in the district. These centers offer many services for students who lack what they need to focus on their education. How did this project come together, and how can more Utahns get involved and donate to students' needs? Jer Bates is the Communication Director for Ogden School District and joins the show to discuss this work happening in Utah.
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Governor Spencer Cox visited Arlington National Cemetery with former President Donald Trump on Monday morning to pay tribute to the 13 US service members who lost their lives in the Kabul airport bombing 3 years ago. This is another showing of Cox’s recent endorsement of Donald Trump, but how are Utahns feeling about the Governor and Trump? Brigham Tomco from the Deseret News joins the show.
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The third anniversary of the Kabul airport attack has reignited political tensions in the United States, with Republicans targeting Vice President Kamala Harris over the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan. The tragedy, which claimed the lives of 13 U.S. troops and over 100 Afghans, has become a focal point for criticism of the Biden administration's handling of the pullout. Could this become an election issue this November? John Donnelly from Roll Call joins the show.
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Utah lawmakers will propose a cell phone restriction bill during the next legislative session. What form will it take, and what impact do lawmakers hope this will have on student well-being? The Utah Policy Project is also signing onto this proposal, and the president and founder Emily Bell McCormack joins the show to talk about this issue.
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Adam and Taylor discuss the Utah legislature's move to change the Utah constitution regarding ballot initiatives. Schools across the country contend with higher rates of truancy since the pandemic. And our hosts discuss the policies and politics of the quickly approaching 2024 election.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Taylor Morgan
An item that will be on the agenda for the 2025 Utah legislative session is a proposed cell phone restriction in schools. We know that the governor supports a proposal like this, so what is the best way to go about this? Our hosts discuss this issue coming to Utah schools.
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Join Leah Murray & Rusty Cannon as they tackle today's top news stories! What do we know so far about the policy platform from the Democratic party? RFK Jr. is suspending his campaign and giving his support behind Donald Trump. What do you need to know on the latest news happening internationally? Find out and much more today on Inside Sources.
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Fewer people around the world are having children, including here in America. Many young people here cite economic reasons for not having children, and this is coinciding with declining fertility rates. What is causing this fertility crisis? And what happens if current trends continue?
*Guest Hosts: Leah Murray & Rusty Cannon
The nation of Venezuela is reeling after their disputed election that, so far, is keeping their president Nicholas Maduro in power. There have been widespread claims of fraud in this election that is keeping the ruling regime in power. What is next for this country, and how will it affect the U.S.? Ana Rosa Quintana from the Vandenberg Coalition joins the show.
*Guest Hosts: Leah Murray & Rusty Cannon
China's aggressive manufacturing strategy, driven by President Xi Jinping's vision of economic resilience and global dominance, is sending shockwaves through industries worldwide. From solar panels to steel, Chinese overproduction is flooding international markets, leading to job losses and factory closures in countries ranging from the United States to Chile. This surge in Chinese exports, fueled by massive government subsidies and a philosophical shift towards industrial self-sufficiency, is raising fears of a new global trade war and challenging the economic policies of nations across the globe.
*Guest Hosts: Leah Murray & Rusty Cannon
One of the interesting subplots of this election full of twists and turns is the candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He originally ran as a Democrat but got shut out of the party process. So, he changed strategy and ran as an independent, with Silicon Valley attorney Nicole Shanahan as his running mate. But that subplot is reaching its conclusion, as RFK suspends his campaign today. But he may still be on the ballot in your state.
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With the 2024 election coming up, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have proposed policies that stray from fundamental economic principles. It looks like they’re moving towards politically appealing ideas like removing taxes on tips and price controls, and away from the advice of economists. Will this work? Or will it end in greater economic hardship?
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Talking about politics in the workplace can be a lot like walking on eggshells. It's a tough balancing act to figure out what you can say so that you feel like your opinion is heard... while at the same time being respectful of what others believe and think, and some people just avoid it altogether. Taylor Telford from the Washington Post joins the show to talk about the latest trends of political talk in the workplace
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Utah's GOP-led Legislature has passed a proposed constitutional amendment that would prohibit foreign actors from influencing ballot measures in the state. The amendment aims to prevent foreign entities from spending money to sway Utah's ballot initiatives, a practice currently not prohibited by state or federal law.
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After the celebration and hype of the DNC is over, what is the economic policy that Democrats are running on? How do voters feel about it? Kamala Harris is proposing a $5 trillion raise in taxes over the next decade. What could tax hikes and rent caps do to the economy?
Join Inside Sources as Boyd breaks down the latest news in this fast paced election season. The end of the DNC just marks the beginning of the final stretch of campaigning that will determine our next President in November. Leadership expert Scott Miller and his son Thatcher Miller join the show for a lesson on family and parenting that you can't miss.
Kamala Harris' acceptance speech tonight will mark the true beginning of her candidacy for President. What shape will this race take as we get closer to November?
Join Inside Sources today for great insight from fantastic thinkers and commentators in our politics. The Obamas delivered during their speeches at the DNC. What is the policy agenda for Utah as we move closer to the November election? And how can we move past the hype and noise and start getting to policy from our presidential candidates? Stay ahead of the conversation by tuning into Inside Sources.
Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are establishment figures in their party. But as we hear from voters, this election is a call to change the business as usual in American politics. Who will be the leader to provide a vision for change?
How much of this election will be determined by party movement, vibes, and personality versus a focus on policy? Polls show that Donald Trump has a lead on some of the top issues for Americans right now, particularly the economy and immigration. However, Trump's messaging strategy is not much of a strategy right now. Will he be able to stay on message if not doing so could cost him the White House? Chris Stirewalt joins the show.
Donald Trump's 2016 campaign was nothing short of a political marvel. His operation overcame enormous odds, and it took him to the White House. So what does his operation look like this time around? When it comes to voter turnout operation, he may be giving ground where he can't afford to. David Drucker from The Dispatch joins the show.
Continuing our coverage from the second night of the DNC, Kamala Harris' husband Doug Emhoff took the stage for a lighthearted speech on his courtship of the Vice President. And a senate candidate fighting to win election in Maryland was given the stage with a powerful message. Boyd continues our coverage of the DNC.
Even as election season goes full steam ahead from now until November, the business of governing doesn't stop. That's true for Presidential candidates, and for elected officials across the country. So, we want to highlight the issues that matter for people here in Utah, and how to make progress together to build a better state, which ultimately shapes us into a better country. What is on the Governor's agenda for Utah? Governor Spencer Cox joins the show.
Someone who has a long-standing relationship with the Obama family and was at the DNC last night is friend of the show Johanna Maska. What did she see last night that stood out? How can the Democrats capitalize on their recent momentum? Johanna Maska joins Boyd on Inside Sources.
The DNC is moving along at full pace, and last night the primary speakers were Michelle and Barack Obama, who were greeted to raucous cheers and applause by a very fired up crowd. Their ability to give a speech and move a crowd hasn't diminished since their time in office, and proved last night that they are still absolute leaders in the Democratic party. How did they use their platform to give power to Kamala Harris? Boyd breaks down the big moments from the DNC.
Boyd recaps the highs and lows from day one of the DNC. Utah files a lawsuit to obtain greater control over our public land. Kamala releases a vague plan to address price gouging, and Republicans are taking credit for projects from legislation they voted against. Join the latest news this week on Inside Sources.
Boyd gives his thoughts on tonight's DNC lineup, and the task that Michelle & Barack Obama have tonight to use their influence and give a boost to Kamala Harris.
Catherine Rampell from the Washington Post joins the show to talk with Boyd about the current issues in our turbulent party politics. What were the problems with Kamala Harris' economic agenda? And how can we deal with Republicans who are taking credit for legislation they voted against? It's not a great look, and she joins Boyd on Inside Sources to discuss more.
China's belt and road initiative was lauded as a new economic future for the world, when it launched in 2013. But today, we are in a new world, and the Chinese economy is in a very different place. As China's economy stagnates and its willingness to lend money declines, it's affecting dozens of countries across the world who bought into this initiative. What is the fallout from this type of reckless economic policy? Michael Beckley from AEI joins the show.
A major issue in Utah continues to be the allocation of public land. It will be a big issue going to the ballot box this November for voters here, and will continue to be a battle in years ahead. Utahns and Utah leaders believe that more land should be in state control, rather than federal control. So today, Utah legislators are taking some action and filed a lawsuit to gain more control of unallocated public land. Utah Senate President Stuart Adams joins the show to talk more about this lawsuit.
Small businesses are paying the price after the government promised reimbursement during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even though they kept their employees on their payroll, many of these small businesses haven't received the tax credit that they were promised. What lessons do we still need to learn from the bad policy that came out during the COVID era of 2020 and 2021? Casey Clark, CEO of the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations joins the show.
Day one of the DNC ended very late last night, after a long line of speakers gave speeches and roused support for the Harris-Walz ticket. Both the first lady and President Joe Biden spoke, and Kamala Harris made a short surprise appearance onstage. What do you need to know from yesterday? Boyd gives his breakdown of the first day of the Democratic National Convention.
Join Boyd Matheson and prepare for the Democratic National Convention. Gain perspective on the important issues and navigate the politics as we dig underneath the headlines that will continue all week long. Plus, Joseph Sim joins the show today to showcase his newest film project to have real conversations and connect with Americans across the country.
Boyd reflects on the ability for levity, humor, and a good laugh, can do more for us than we often admit. Connections can be built through a laugh, stress melts away, and bonds are strengthened as we express ourselves and humor each other.
This week, the Democratic National Convention will begin in Chicago and will dominate news stories and headlines throughout the week. Democrats will spend the lion's share of the airtime trying to capitalize on their momentum and pull ahead of Donald Trump in the race. We should take a step back and look at the main issues that Kamala Harris needs to address if she expects to win this November. Boyd gives his singular perspective ahead of the DNC beginning tonight.
Join an amazing show as Boyd interviews the best and brightest thinkers to cut through the noise and have a deeper conversation. What should you be thinking about ahead of the DNC next week? How has protectionism regained its shine in American policy? Hear crucial conversations today on Inside Sources.
Join Inside Sources for Boyd's exclusive interview with two lawmakers making a difference in Congress. Presidential candidates are talking differently about family policy this election cycle. How much is your state holding the economy back through occupational licensing requirements? All that and more today on Inside Sources.
Dive into Wednesday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! H.E. Ambassador Idriss joins Boyd to discuss the crisis in Sudan and to applaud the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Utah for its humanitarian efforts. Even though the world is becoming increasingly secular, religious rhetoric still exists in the political world. Asma Uddin breaks down the importance of this and the religious language’s history in our country. Andrew Biggs celebrates 50 years of social security and paints a picture of where the program is at right now and More!
All eyes are on Vice President Kamala Harris, who faces a pivotal moment in her political career at next week’s Democratic National Convention. With a roster of high-profile Democratic speakers set to take the stage, Harris must find a way to shine and demonstrate her readiness for the presidency. The convention presents both an opportunity and a challenge for the Vice President, as she needs to assert her leadership while not being overshadowed by her party's luminaries. As her team crafts her message, the nation waits to see if Harris can rise to the occasion and establish herself as a formidable candidate in her own right.
It's back to school for kids all over the country. Parents, students, teachers, and administrators have been busy preparing for it. Returning to school is a transitional period for everyone involved, so it's important to check in with ourselves and others and make sure we're staying in touch with our mental health. Jenny Howe, a mental health counselor, breaks down how we can support students’ mental health and make this year memorable.
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are set to take their economic messages to the crucial swing state of North Carolina this week. With recent polls showing a tight race on economic trust between the two candidates, their competing visions for America's financial future are likely to play a pivotal role in shaping voter preferences. As both camps prepare to unveil their plans to tackle inflation and boost economic growth, the stage is set for a robust debate on the best path forward for the nation's economy.
As Chicago prepares to host the Democratic National Convention, the state of Illinois finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with complex social and economic challenges. While Illinois has a rich history and vibrant communities, recent trends in population decline, economic indicators, and educational outcomes have sparked important conversations about the state's future. As delegates gather to chart the course for their party, the host state serves as a compelling backdrop for discussions on governance, policy effectiveness, and the path forward for both Illinois and the nation.
In the landscape of American politics, religious rhetoric remains a powerful and persistent force, even as the nation grows increasingly diverse and secular. Recent statements by both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have highlighted the enduring role of religious language in shaping public discourse and political narratives. This phenomenon reflects a deep-rooted tradition in American history, where appeals to a higher power have been used to comfort, inspire, and sometimes divide the nation. Asma Uddin shares the history of this rhetoric and what it means in a country that is becoming increasingly secular.
Boyd Matheson invites you to dive into Tuesday’s news with him today! Joe Waters from Capita shares the importance of not politicizing family policy. Political media could learn a thing or two and Joanna Weiss shares how politics can leverage celebrities to change the political discourse. Shane Nuttall, a producer of Inside Sources, joins Boyd to share about his personal experience as a service worker and what not taxing tips would do to the economy and workers everywhere and More!
Boyd continues the conversation about why we should not implement a tax on tips. This complex topic deserves more nuanced consideration than many politicians are offering. The ripple effects of changing tipping norms are already being felt across the service industry, highlighting that real work is required to find solutions, not fancy rhetoric. By shifting our focus from zero-sum thinking to an abundance mindset, we can work together to find equitable solutions that benefit all workers and society as a whole.
NBC's innovative approach to covering the Olympics this year has sparked a conversation about the future of televised events. By integrating celebrities into their programming, the network has not only boosted viewership but also created a fresh, engaging perspective on traditional sports reporting. This successful strategy raises questions about how it can be applied to other high-stakes broadcasts, particularly political coverage. As we look towards the upcoming presidential campaign, Joanna Weiss talks with Boyd on how the incorporation of celebrity voices could offer a new way to connect with viewers and reinvigorate political discourse.
As the conflict in Ukraine enters a pivotal phase, recent developments have caught the world's attention. Ukraine's breakthrough on the frontlines has prompted Russia to redeploy troops, signaling a potential shift in the war's dynamics. This turn of events offers a glimmer of hope for a close to the violence. Joseph Roche from The Dispatch shares how Ukraine might leverage this momentum to alter the course of the war.
Both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have endorsed the idea of eliminating federal taxes on tips. While the rare moment of bipartisan agreement has gained traction among politicians and some workers, economists and policy experts are questioning its effectiveness and potential consequences. As the debate unfolds, it's crucial to examine the nuances of this tax proposal and its implications for workers, the economy, and the federal budget. Shane Nuttall, a producer of Inside Sources and a current service worker himself, shares his thoughts on the issue.
Family policy in America has become a contentious issue, with recent debates highlighting the divide between parents and non-parents. However, Joe Waters from Capita emphasizes that this discussion need not be a zero-sum game, as both groups play vital roles in our society. A balanced approach recognizes the importance of supporting families while also valuing the contributions of childless adults. By fostering a more inclusive dialogue, we can work towards policies that benefit all Americans, regardless of their parental status
In a world of constant change and polarization, we often overlook the wisdom found in familiar places. Abraham Lincoln's plea, "I am loath to close," from his first inaugural address, offers a timeless lesson in unity and open-mindedness. This simple phrase reminds us of the importance of keeping conversations alive, especially when faced with disagreement or conflict. By embracing Lincoln's spirit of ongoing dialogue, we can foster a society that values diverse perspectives and works together to solve shared challenges.
Start your week off with Boyd Matheson! Boyd walks through where the presidential race is at the moment and shares his thoughts on Mike Pence’s proposal to aid the national debt. Col. Jonathan Sweet shares the latest on the Ukraine/Russia front and what we should be aware of. Learn about the delicate balance between understanding and regulating AI with Nick Whitaker and More!
Abraham Lincoln's first inaugural address stands as a pivotal moment in American history, its rhetoric etched into the nation's collective memory. The phrase "Loath to Close" showcases Lincoln's desire to keep dialogue open, encouraging Americans to remain curious and engaged in ongoing conversations. This reluctance to end discussions reflected his commitment to peace and unity, rather than division, during a tumultuous time. Lincoln's words serve as a timeless reminder for us all to maintain an open mind and continually seek better questions and possibilities.
The delicate balance between fostering innovation and safeguarding national security has become a big concern for policymakers and industry leaders alike. With global competitors vying for AI supremacy, the decisions made in Washington, D.C. today will have far-reaching implications for America's technological leadership and geopolitical standing. There are concerns with AI, and rightfully so, we can harness this power for good and to protect our country's security through lawmakers taking the time to learn about AI rather than focusing on regulating it. Nick Whitaker from the Manhattan Institute joins the show.
As the United States grapples with a staggering national debt that recently surpassed $35 trillion, former Vice President Mike Pence has emerged as an unexpected champion for fiscal responsibility. Through his newly launched nonprofit, Advancing American Freedom, Pence is spearheading efforts to address this looming economic crisis that threatens to overshadow America's future. His initiative comes at a critical time, with projections indicating the debt could reach a staggering 122% of the U.S. economy by 2034. While Pence's political influence may have waned, his willingness to confront this challenging issue head-on offers a rare voice of fiscal conservatism in an era of unprecedented government spending.
As the 2024 presidential race intensifies, media coverage of all candidates has come under renewed scrutiny, with recent events highlighting the challenges in accurately portraying political figures to the American public. With upcoming debates on the horizon, there's a growing call for more rigorous and transparent reporting across the board. This pivotal moment offers an opportunity for journalists to refine their approach to ensure voters receive clear, factual, and comprehensive information about all candidates vying for the nation's highest office.
Over the last week, the army of Ukraine has mounted an offensive campaign into Russian territory, taking the fight in this war to the Russians. So far, it has been a large success, and we see the Russian military on the back foot as the Ukrainians have outmaneuvered their army. Col. Jonathan Sweet shares what the next steps in this operation are and what the role of the United States will be to help ensure Ukrainian victory.
Both the Trump and Harris campaign were busy this weekend campaigning and attempting to reframe the political narrative during this election season. However, another campaign is fading and scheduling less campaign appearances. As the race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris begins the final push of their campaign, where is Robert F. Kennedy Jr? What role will he have in shaping the election this November?
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Rusty Cannon and Leah Murphy fill in for Boyd Matheson to give the latest on the Friday news! They talk through what is happening on the presidential election front. Greg Skordas joins them to talk about the Utah Supreme Court hearing on the Congressional District 2 Case. Art Raymond breaks down the numbers on the lowering mortgage rate and what we all can do when it comes to buying and owning a home and More!
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The Olympic Games are not just about record-breaking performances and fierce competition; they're also a tapestry of human stories that capture the heart and imagination. From unexpected animal appearances to heartwarming proposals, the 2024 Olympics have offered a delightful array of memorable moments beyond the podium. These lesser-known tales remind us of the Games' power to unite, inspire, and surprise.
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The taxation of Social Security benefits has long been a contentious issue, balancing fiscal responsibility with the financial well-being of seniors. Former President Trump's recent proposal to eliminate income tax on these benefits has reignited the debate, highlighting the far-reaching implications of any changes to the current system. When debating this issue, we need to weigh both the potential benefits for seniors and the broader economic consequences.
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The Middle East stands at a critical crossroads, with recent Israeli actions against Iran and its proxies escalating tensions to new heights. As Israel adopts a more aggressive strategy in response to perceived threats, the region teeters on the brink of a potentially devastating conflict. As the world watches, the coming weeks may determine whether diplomacy can prevail or if the region will plunge into a wider conflagration.
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The primary election may be over in Utah, but we’re not finished with the disputes from this election. This morning the Utah Supreme Court heard arguments by the Colby Jenkins campaign, in the attempt to change the result of the recount, which concluded that his opponent Celeste Maloy had won the race.Greg Skordas joins to answer what got asked by the judges and the Jenkins campaign and how this will lead to any changes in law or policy here in Utah.
As the 2024 election approaches, the Biden administration faces a critical challenge in managing Medicare Part D premiums. The Inflation Reduction Act's redesign of Medicare Part D has led to unexpected consequences, potentially causing significant premium increases for seniors. The Biden administration has implemented a last-minute "demonstration project" to cap premium hikes, raising questions about political motivations and long-term implications. But what will the future hold for those reliant on Medicare?
The U.S. housing market is experiencing a significant shift as mortgage rates drop to their lowest levels in over a year. While lower mortgage rates offer a glimmer of hope for potential homebuyers, they enter a market where housing prices remain near record highs.Art Raymond from the Utah InDepth teamjoins to talk about what is factoring into this drop and what future homebuyers should be aware of.
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With down ballot races in the 2024 election happening, having control of the House and Senate will have just as much of an impact on the next four years in America as who becomes our next President. There are a lot of interesting races happening, how has the recent shakeup in the presidential race impacting the down ballot races?
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We are less than 100 days away from the November election, and 2 weeks since the Democrats changed their nominee to Kamala Harris. She is campaigning like there's less than 100 days left in the race however she is not taking interviews or questions from the press. Critics are accusing her of cowardice and others think it is a sound political strategy for the moment. So what is the current state of an ever-changing presidential election?
Break down Thursday’s news with Boyd Matheson! Jonah Goldberg helps break down the latest on the presidential election front and how we can approach the media with scrutiny. We cannot vote for people just because of their background, it should be based on their electability, according to Pamela Paul. J.D. Tuccille and Boyd talk about the Biden administration’s Supreme Court reform proposal and the importance of keeping courts impartial. Renae Cowley joins Deseret News’s column with Frank Pignanelli and shares what she brings to the table when it comes to political discourse and More!
The latest Nike advertisement that has been playing throughout the Olympics raises some interesting questions. While the message of striving for excellence is admirable, does it come at the cost of compassion and community? In contrast, the uplifting approach of the Fiji Olympic team, who start their day with a shared song, offers a powerful reminder of the harmony and unity that can emerge through collective effort. When we come together in this way, the extraordinary becomes possible as we tap into our shared humanity.
The Biden administration's proposal to reform the Supreme Court has ignited a heated debate around the role and independence of the judicial branch but Justice Neil Gorsuch warns about the importance of preserving the impartiality of the nation's highest court. J.D. Tuccille from Reason shares what the right course of action is. By examining the underlying tensions and partisan dynamics that have eroded public trust in the Supreme Court, we can ask crucial questions about the fragile balance between democratic principles and the rule of law - and see things for what they really are.
The rise of Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee has reignited discussions around the significance of identity in American politics. While many celebrate the possibility of electing the first woman to the presidency, Pamela Paul from The New York Times urges that the focus on representation should not eclipse the need to assess candidates on their merits and qualifications. Voters need to be primarily concerned with electability rather than making history, and not let the role of gender, race, and identity solely shape the political landscape.
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz have changed the equation of the 2024 election and as the Trump campaign scrambles to adapt their strategy to this new challenge, the question remains - are they up to the task? With the Democratic National Convention looming large on the horizon, the spotlight has firmly returned to the left, forcing the former president to take drastic action in a bid to reclaim the narrative. Let's dive in and explore the high-stakes maneuverings unfolding as the race for the White House heats up.
The world is in constant flux, with new voices and perspectives emerging to shape the political discourse. Renae Cowley, a young conservative millennial will be joining veteran political commentator Frank Pignanelli to provide readers with a dynamic and diverse take on the issues on Deseret News. As a cowgirl-turned-political strategist, Cowley's unique background and insights promise to offer a fresh and engaging counterpoint to Pignanelli's. The ensuing dialogue between these two very different individuals has the potential to shed light on the evolving nature of politics in America in a refreshing way that we all need.
The unexpected ascent of Kamala Harris to the Democratic presidential nomination has sparked intense debate. As her campaign strategy unfolds, questions arise about transparency and leadership, echoing concerns faced by the current administration. This situation presents a unique opportunity to examine the interplay between politics, media, and cultural phenomena, highlighting the need for nuanced analysis beyond partisan lines. By exploring these interconnected themes, Jonah Goldberg from The Dispatch argues, we can gain valuable insights into how public discourse shapes our understanding of values, character, and the evolving nature of political communication in today's complex world.
Everyone wants to live out a happy and successful life. The desire for happiness includes an interesting twist - the more a person tends to fixate and analyze and chase the feeling of happiness, the further away it can get. We all want to be a little happier and a little more content with the lives we lead, and Jessica Grose from the New York Times helps show what the path looks like to achieve this?
It has been 50 years since Richard Nixon resigned from the Oval Office because the truth came to light. As we approach another pivotal presidential election, it is paramount that we remain vigilant in our pursuit of truth and transparency. For it is only through the unearthing and celebration of the truth that we can hope to chart a course towards a more just and equitable future.
Join Boyd Matheson in diving into Wednesday’s news! All of the news is focusing on Tim Walz becoming the Democratic vice president pick for the upcoming election ticket and Boyd dives into how the pick will affect the next 90 days. Judge Thomas Griffith joins to talk about the inspired principles behind the United States Constitution and their importance to shaping our democracy today. Matt Stoller delves into the ongoing lawsuit between the American government and Google. Muhammad Yunus, the newly appointed interim leader of Bangladesh, is a friend of Utah’s and Jay Evensen shares why that is important and More!
The pursuit of excellence often demands intense focus, yet the story of Cole Hawker's unexpected gold medal victory in the men's 1500 meter Olympic race teaches us a valuable lesson. While rivals Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Josh Kerr became fixated on outmaneuvering each other, their narrow focus created an opportunity for an underdog to seize the moment. This remarkable upset reminds us that success often comes to those who maintain a broader perspective and remain open to possibilities. As we strive for our own goals, let's remember that true focus means staying alert to the bigger picture, be ready to recognize and seize unexpected opportunities when they arise.
America's ballooning national debt presents a paradox: while most citizens express concern about federal deficits, elected officials consistently fail to address the issue. As the debt climbs to unprecedented levels, we must examine the underlying factors that perpetuate this fiscal irresponsibility. Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute dives into the complex interplay of voter behavior, political incentives, and systemic challenges that led to America's persistent deficit problem.
As the world grapples with Venezuela's apparent election theft, traditional approaches to ousting dictators have proven ineffective. However, a solution might arise in looking in our history to the Poland 1989 transition from authoritarianism which included power being shared by a dictator and opposition leaders. Francisco Rodríguez from the Josef Korbel School of International Studies argues that a power-sharing agreement, despite its controversies, provides a path forward for Venezuela's democracy.
In a stunning turn of events, Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel laureate and microcredit pioneer, has been appointed interim leader of Bangladesh following a period of violent protests. As a friend to Utah, Yunus has adopted many Utahn principles in his work to alleviate poverty. Combine that with his unwavering commitment to Bangladesh, Yunus now faces his greatest test as he attempts to restore order and trust in a deeply divided country. Jay Evensen from Deseret News elaborates on Yunus’ relationship with Utah and the new position he has taken.
Earlier this week, a judge reached a decision in an ongoing lawsuit between the United States government and Google in an antitrust dispute. The ruling deemed that Google is indeed a monopoly in the search engine business. Matt Stoller shares how the judge came to this ruling, what comes next in the case, and what it means for the internet and American business. This case has usually gone underneath the headlines, but it matters a lot more than we might think.
The U.S. Constitution stands as a beacon of democratic governance, embodying principles that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has identified as divinely inspired. From equal justice and popular sovereignty to the separation of powers and religious liberty, these constitutional cornerstones continue to shape our nation's legal and social landscape. Understanding these principles is crucial for every citizen who seeks to uphold and defend the Constitution in today's complex world. Judge Thomas Griffith joins to talk with Boyd about these key principles and their importance in upholding our democracy.
The unexpected rise of Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee has defied expectations, swiftly securing her party's nomination and garnering substantial financial support. However, her campaign strategy of limited public engagement raises questions about transparency and her readiness for the presidency, similar to the current President. The media needs to take off the rose colored glasses and critically analyze who Harris is, because a little tough love will be best for her campaign.
Yesterday, the campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris held a big rally in Philadelphia to officially announce that Tim Walz will be running as the Democratic vice presidential candidate. With only 90 days left until election day, this is the home stretch and it is good to step back to see things for what they are.
Get the latest news on this Tuesday with Boyd Matheson! David Drucker helps break down the effects that Tim Walz becoming the Democratic vice president nominee will have on the election. The spread of disinformation in the digital world is becoming more rampant and Jay Evensen helps listeners know what they need to do to defend themselves from political propaganda. Robert Oldham shares the data on how the media affects our perception of Congress. A solution for illegal immigration might be in our trade policy and Christine McDaniel shares why that is the case and More!
The Olympic Games inspire us not just through athletic prowess, but through the character of its competitors. From the graceful sportsmanship in women's gymnastics to the heartwarming interactions between athletes and fans, the Olympics offer valuable life lessons. These moments remind us that true champions are defined by more than just medals—they're defined by their actions both on and off the field.
The complex relationship between Congress and the media significantly shapes public perception of our national legislature. While Congress often faces criticism for its perceived ineffectiveness, recent research suggests that the structure of news coverage itself may contribute to a skewed understanding of congressional activities. Due to the nature of beat reporting and its focus on daily conflicts, media practices can inadvertently overshadow legislative achievements. Robert Oldham from Princeton University provides answers on what we can do to reconsider our consumption of political news and its impact on our view of democratic institutions.
In an era of rapidly advancing technology, the spread of disinformation poses a growing threat to the integrity of democratic processes. The recent incident involving a doctored video of Kamala Harris serves as a stark reminder of how easily false narratives can proliferate in the digital age. As foreign actors ramp up their efforts to influence U.S. elections through sophisticated disinformation campaigns, the need for critical thinking and media literacy has never been more urgent. Jay Evensen from Deseret News shares how we can safeguard our democratic institutions while preserving freedom of speech in an increasingly complex information landscape.
Right now, the Vice President is enjoying the momentum surges in American politics. Energy is rising as once disaffected Democrats rally behind her candidacy, which is seen as a needed pivot from the aging President Biden. However, this honeymoon period may be cut short as a large market sell-off triggered yesterday. Talks of a looming economic recession is the last thing the American people want to hear right now and it could be poisonous politically for the Harris campaign.
Illegal immigration is becoming an increasingly important issue to Americans around the country. As the United States grapples with the complex issue, an unexpected solution may lie in the realm of trade policy. Recent efforts to address the root causes of migration from Central America have highlighted the potential for economic development to stem the tide of undocumented immigrants. Christine McDaniel from the Mercatus Center shares that by leveraging trade tools and fostering economic opportunities in the Northern Triangle countries, the next administration could make significant strides in addressing this pressing concern.
Minnesota governor Tim Walz has been chosen as the vice presidential candidate to run alongside Kamala Harris for the presidency. This election got turned on its head when President Biden decided to step aside and not finish out his run for re-election. Now the line up is Donald Trump and JD Vance against Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. David Drucker from The Dispatch breaks down the tickets, how this matchup changed the priorities for campaigns this election, and what do the voters think about this race.
In a morning announcement today, Minnesota governor Tim Walz is going to be the Democratic vice president nominee on the ticket with Kamala Harris. There were many frontrunners, a lot of back and forth and debate over who the campaign should choose, and now we have their official choice. Who is Tim Walz, and why do Democrats think he's an asset to win the White House in 2024?
Start your week with digging into the headlines with Boyd Matheson! Eric Boehm joins Boyd to talk about the alarming news of the markets dropping and rumors of a recession starting. Kevin Williamson shares the latest on the Middle East front and what America’s role is in all of this. Population growth is an issue for all and Victor Kumar shares how we can come together to solve this issue. Explore the “postliberal” Christianity movement with Jake Meador and More!
Boyd reflects on a story from this weekend in the Olympics surrounding Kristen Faulkner in women’s road cycling. Faulkner only started cycling a few years ago and there are a lot of lessons we can learn from her story. Like Kristen Faulkner, we can always start something new and by showing up, we can find success in our lives.
Venezuela stands at a critical standstill, with the recent election results showing an overwhelming support for opposition candidate Edmundo González, despite the Maduro regime's efforts to manipulate the outcome. The results demonstrate the Venezuelan people's hunger for change and highlights the corrupted state of their government officials. Daniel Di Martino from the Dissident Project and the Manhattan Institute projects what the future of Venezuela will be and how can foreign states assist in restoring freedom and prosperity in a nation long beset by political and economic turmoil. The world now watches to see if this moment will mark the beginning of a new chapter for Venezuela or a continuation of its troubled recent history.
The intersection of child welfare, race, and civil rights has ignited a fierce debate in New York, highlighting the complex challenges faced by the child protection system. A recent report by the New York Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has sparked controversy with its recommendations aimed at addressing racial disparities in child welfare interventions. However, are the issues rooted in systemic racism? Critics are saying no and arguing that these proposals could potentially compromise child safety in pursuit of racial equity. Lois Collins from Deseret News shares the facts and what we can do to protect our rising generation.
In the summer of 2015, a seismic shift began in conservative Christian circles, sparked by a Supreme Court decision on same-sex marriage. This event set in motion a complex journey that would reshape religious and political discourse in America. The evolution of "postliberal" Christianity shows how a movement initially focused on preserving faith communities in a changing culture transformed into a political force aligned with strongman politics. Jake Meador from Mere Orthodoxy offers valuable insights into the religious, political, and cultural landscape of the past decade.
The global trend of declining birth rates has sparked a contentious debate about the future of human populations and societal well-being. While often framed as a conservative concern, the potential consequences of population decline extend far beyond political boundaries and should be something we are all finding solutions for. By working together, we can address population concerns while upholding core values of equality, individual freedom, and environmental stewardship. Dr. Victor Kumar from Boston University elaborates on how societies can sustainably support and encourage family growth in the 21st century.
This week, the world is holding its breath as Iran vows revenge against Israel, responding to assassinations that occurred in Beirut and Tehran last week. While some have commented that Israel is risking a regional war, from Israel's perspective, they are already in one. Kevin Williamson from The Dispatch shares what to be looking for on the Middle East front as signs start pointing towards more impending violence.
Markets took a turn for the worse today after a poor jobs report that was released on Friday. Selloffs dominated Wall St. and the stock market plummeted, with some signaling that our economy may be headed into recession territory. However, it may not be that simple. Eric Boehm from Reason joins the show to discuss that the Sahm Rule, that helps predict recession, has been triggered and what navigating these economic waters will look like.
Finish a week of news strong with Boyd Matheson! Boyd delves into the latest on what is happening in this year’s presidential election cycle and what we need to do to become a global powerhouse again. Dig into yesterday’s prisoner swap with Adam Cancryn. Walter Wright breaks down how legal immigrants are a sign of a fruitful economy and More!
Polarizing rhetoric can often muddy the waters in our political discourse, and distract from the centering principles that keep us in the right frame of mind. Immigration is going to be one of the top issues this election, so we want to get behind the noise of the debate and look beyond the headlines. Illegal immigration is a serious problem and needs to be better addressed. Walker Wright from the American Enterprise Institute discusses the details surrounding legal immigration and what effect a better legal immigration system could have on our economy and our country as a whole.
In the high-stakes world of international diplomacy, few achievements are as poignant as securing the release of detained citizens. The recent prisoner exchange between the United States and Russia, involving 16 individuals from multiple countries, marks a significant diplomatic breakthrough in an era of strained international relations. Adam Cancryn from POLITICO digs into behind the headlines, we see the tireless efforts of those working behind the scenes to bring people home.
Dig into Thursday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! U.S. Ambassador Jeff Flake shares about his involvement in the historic prisoner exchange that happened today. Robert F. Kennedy’s campaign is deflating and David Drucker gives the latest on where his campaign is at and what RFK needs to do to gain support. Nahall Toosi gives an update about ceasefire conversations happening in the Middle East in the wake of two hits on Iranian soil. America needs to take the offense when it comes to protecting democracy, according to Mark Toth, and More!
Too often, we are leaning into inciting conflict with our words - and it cannot continue. By shifting our focus from inciting to insighting, we open doors to meaningful solutions and progress. It takes courage and thoughtfulness to provide genuine insight, but the rewards are immeasurable. But the question is: who is willing to start these conversations that our country desperately needs? All it takes is one person to start it all.
America has always been seen as a protector of democracy around the world, but is that still the case? The current approach to international conflicts and challenges is underwhelming, suggesting a fundamental change in strategy is needed. America needs to make a more assertive stance in global affairs and prioritize "winning" rather than merely surviving. Mark Toth joins to answer the question and how America can safeguard democracy around the world.
The 2024 presidential race has taken an unexpected turn with President Biden's withdrawal and Vice President Harris's ascension as the likely Democratic nominee, which creates new challenges for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign. Once seen as a potential disruptor, Kennedy now struggles to maintain relevance and funding in a rapidly evolving political landscape. David Drucker from The Dispatch provides insight on what is next for RFK and if he will be able to bounce back from the recent shifts in the presidential race.
This month, the Democratic National Convention will be held in Chicago. It will attempt to supercharge the momentum that Kamala Harris is enjoying. One of the big questions hanging over the campaign is who will be Harris’s vice president pick? One of the frontrunners for the spot is Pennsylvania governor Josh Shapiro. However, some in the progressive wing of the Democrat party are very unhappy with this prospect. On paper, Gov. Shapiro looks like a prime candidate to pick for the VP slot. So what is happening in the party to cause a rift?
As LaVarr Webb bids farewell to his long-standing column in the Deseret News, we are reminded of the profound impact one individual can have on media and politics over half a century. His journey from a young reporter to a respected political consultant and columnist reflects the evolving landscape of media and public service in Utah. Webb's career serves as a testament to the power of perseverance, adaptability, and maintaining principled relationships across political divides.
Free speech has become an increasingly complex and contentious issue in recent years, and college students find themselves at the forefront of this crucial debate. A new survey done shows how damaging negative speech can be and how public sentiment views how our free speech rights are being treated. Emma Camp from Reason shares what the numbers convey and what we can do to better protect this crucial right we have.
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, the Biden administration finds itself at a critical juncture in its pursuit of peace. Recent assassinations have complicated the already delicate cease-fire negotiations in Gaza, raising concerns about the potential for a broader regional conflict. In order to achieve stability in one of the world's most volatile regions, it requires cooperation from all sides. What are the next steps towards peace? Nahal Toosi from POLITICO gives the latest.
On a historic day of prisoner exchange, and through truly incredible effort by the U.S. diplomatic corps and so many others, American citizens held in Russia have been released, and are on their way back to their families. What do we know about this great achievement and good day for the good guys? U.S. Ambassador to Turkiye, Jeff Flake, was instrumental during these negotiations and joins the show to share his first hand experience with this historic effort.
Join Boyd Matheson to think again about Wednesday’s headlines. Daniel Silliman and Boyd discuss the role that pastors played during Richard Nixon’s presidency and what we can learn from it. A top Hamas political leader has been assassinated and with fingers being pointed and dialogue becoming more heated, many are wondering what will happen next. Elliott Abrams shares the latest in the Middle East. Ryan Burge, and many other pastors, are seeing many churches starting to close and Ryan shares what that means for faith in America. With some Republican congresspeople sharing concerns about the House’s spending habits, Emily Brooks addresses the concerns and More!
We are in the middle of a very busy election year, and presidential politics will continue to be the center of our political discussions until November. However, 2025 will be the year of very big spending battles in Congress and it all starts with the appropriations process this year. Emily Brooks from The Hill highlights that the same group of frustrated lawmakers that ousted Kevin McCarthy from the Speakership have the same concerns around spending, and those concerns aren't going away soon.
The numbers are painting a dire situation for churches in America. Many pastors, like Ryan Burge, can share their experiences that highlight the broader shifts occurring in American religious life to one of secularization. As traditional church attendance is on the decline and the rise of the religiously unaffiliated continues to increase, it causes us all to question the future of organized religion in America and a pastor's personal toll of leading a dying congregation.
As the 2024 presidential race heats up, the battle to define Vice President Kamala Harris has begun in earnest. With contrasting ads from the Trump campaign and Harris's team, voters are presented with starkly different portrayals of the likely Democratic nominee. These competing narratives highlight the high stakes of the upcoming election and the pivotal role Harris may play in shaping America's future. As we see these advertisements, it is important that all of us remain informed and do not take things at face value. So what do the facts say? Glenn Kessler from The Washington Post shares his analysis on the advertisements.
Yesterday, the Senate passed a major legislation to address the issue of child safety in online spaces. The bill will go to the House for a vote, who won't be back for a month from their in state work period. Shoshanna Weissmann from the R Street Institute shares that this legislation aims to mitigate the harmful effects of the internet on America's youth, which we have seen dramatically increase since the invention of social media. How effective is the bill that was passed at achieving that aim?
The assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran has sent shockwaves through the Middle East, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. This bold strike, coupled with the recent targeting of a Hezbollah leader in Beirut, marks a significant escalation in Israel's approach to its adversaries. As tensions rise and Iran vows retaliation, the delicate balance of power in the region hangs in the balance. How will this impact the ceasefire negotiations in Gaza and the fragile relationships in the Middle East? Elliott Abrams from the Council on Foreign Relations reports on the latest.
In the annals of American political history, few stories are as compelling as the intersection of faith and power during the Watergate scandal. The tale of Richard Nixon's downfall is not just a political narrative, but a deeply spiritual one, where ministers and clergy played pivotal roles. Among them, John Huffman stands out as a beacon of moral courage, offering a unique perspective on the responsibilities of spiritual leaders in the face of political corruption. Daniel Silliman from Christianity Today shares Huffman’s story which invites us to reflect on the delicate balance between respect for authority and the duty to speak truth to power.
Join Boyd Matheson in delving into Tuesday’s news! Judge Thomas Griffith joins Boyd to unpack President Biden’s announcement of his proposing major reforms to the Supreme Court. Chase Oliver, the Libertarian party’s presidential candidate, shares about his platform and what he hopes for in America’s future. The U.S.-Japan relationship is becoming increasingly important and Brad Dress shares the latest on the Indo-Pacific front. A school district in Utah has joined a lawsuit against big social media companies and Jenny Howe joins the show to share the latest on why and More!
While we value steadfastness in our representatives, we need to also recognize the importance of growth and adaptability in an ever-changing landscape. The art of effective leadership lies in balancing firm principles with the willingness to engage in meaningful dialogue and compromise. As we navigate these expectations, it's crucial to remember that true progress often emerges from the delicate interplay between unwavering beliefs and open-minded collaboration.
The United States and Japan have taken a historic step in strengthening their military alliance, announcing a major new command structure aimed at countering Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific region. Brad Dress from The Hill shares that this landmark decision underscores the growing importance of the U.S.-Japan partnership in maintaining regional stability and security. With both nations reaffirming their commitment to address what they term the "greatest strategic challenge" posed by China, this development marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to shape the future of the Indo-Pacific.
How much is private equity investment impacting the quality of healthcare in our hospitals? It's a complicated question that the FTC is asking, bringing private equity practices in the health care sector under greater scrutiny. For officials and journalists digging into this question, it's a big web to untangle. When private equity firms purchase hospitals, what happens next? Peter Whoriskey from The Washington Post weighs in.
President Joe Biden has taken a bold step in proposing major reforms to the Supreme Court, challenging long-standing traditions and sparking a national debate on the balance of power in the United States. Judge Thomas Griffith and Boyd discuss that while these proposals face considerable obstacles in a divided Congress, they bring to light the urgency of restoring public trust in one of the nation's most crucial institutions and in the Constitution.
The Jordan School District's lawsuit against major social media companies highlights a growing concern over the impact of digital platforms on student mental health. As schools grapple with increased demand for mental health services, this legal action underscores the urgent need to address the potential harm caused by excessive social media use among youth. It also represents a bold step towards holding tech giants accountable for their influence on the mental health of young users, potentially reshaping the landscape of digital interaction for future generations. Jenny Howe joins the show to discuss the issue and what we can do to help the rising generation’s mental health crisis
This November, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris won't be the only candidates to choose from for our nation's next President. The Libertarian party is also running a candidate, Chase Oliver. Oliver joins the show to discuss his vision for the country, why he's running to be President, and what the government would look like under a Libertarian administration.
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, Vice President Kamala Harris finds herself in a pivotal position to shape the Democratic ticket and her running mate could significantly impact the party's chances of success. The selection process offers an opportunity to address key demographic and policy considerations, potentially energizing the Democratic base and appealing to crucial swing voters. As speculation mounts, the nation recognizes that her choice will not only complement her campaign but also potentially set the stage for future leadership in the years to come.
Dig deep in Monday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson. Knox Thames joins the show to share how faith can change America’s foreign relations, especially with China. We need a new strategy when it comes to Iran and Jonathan Ruhe shares about the weak state we are in and what we need to do to address future Iranian nuclear threats. Michael Brickman shares how our educational systems have become polarized and what we need to do to better our classrooms and More!
Boyd focuses on the ads from the Olympics and how the Google ad, “Dear Sydney”, has made waves, and not in a good way. While AI has its place in our lives, the notion that it can replace genuine human expression in heartfelt communication is misguided and potentially harmful. This misstep in Olympic advertising serves as a crucial reminder that we must use technology responsibly and preserve the irreplaceable human touch in our most meaningful interactions.
Round out your week of news headlines with Boyd Matheson! Boy walks through the latest on the presidential campaign trail and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s meetings with several leaders. Josh Rogin from The Washington Post shares how Vance is falling short in foreign relations. Dissect the latest report on universal basic income with Eric Boehm from Reason. Tim Hughes joins to discuss his experience at the Olympics in Paris and More!
As we navigate the complexities of modern society, the concept of interfaith harmony emerges as a potential bridge across seemingly insurmountable divides. Through our shared beliefs, despite their varied expressions, we can foster a sense of unity and mutual understanding with anyone we cross paths with. What lessons can we draw from these experiences of faith-based connection, and how might they inform our approach to building a more cohesive society? Scott Raines joins the show.
Universal Basic Income, or UBI, has become an economic idea that has gained some mainstream traction in recent years, as technology is evolving at an exponential rate. The idea is that if the government gives people direct payments to their bank account and supplement their income, they will have more time and energy to pursue entrepreneurship, education, hobbies, and everything else. Eric Boehm from Reason shares the result from the largest study conducted into UBI and the results paint a different story.
Kamala Harris is not the only political figure shaking up the 2024 election. Many speculate over Donald Trump's VP pick, Ohio senator JD Vance. The new senator has been vocal on foreign policy, advocating for a tougher stance towards China, and a withdrawal of support from the war in Ukraine. While it seems like a straightforward policy position in theory, in practice? According to Josh Rogin from The Washington Post, things just aren't that simple.
The world's attention is captivated as Paris hosts the 2024 Olympic Games. With its rich history and iconic landmarks serving as a backdrop, athletes from across the globe are coming together to showcase the pinnacle of human achievement and determination. The spirit of international cooperation and friendly competition fills the air, as records are broken and dreams are realized on this grand stage. As we witness these extraordinary moments, we are reminded of the power of sport to unite, inspire, and elevate the human spirit. Tim Hughes from KSL joins us from Paris to give the latest.
With Vice President Kamala Harris's swift ascension as the Democratic nominee and an apology video by J.D. Vance, it is safe to say that a lot has happened on the presidential campaign trail this week. Both Harris and Vance accentuate the warning to all of us to be wary of falling in love with an idea of someone, rather than the actual person’s skills and personality. With the recent endorsement from Barack and Michelle Obama adds another layer of significance to this rapidly evolving situation. How will all of this impact the upcoming elections?
All three of America's leading political figures, President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and former President Donald Trump, have meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. We will learn more details from all 3 meetings over the coming days, but one aspect of their messaging to the American people has been consistent: It's time for the war in Gaza to end.
Join Boyd Matheson in dissecting Thursday’s headlines. Jonah Goldberg joins Boyd to discuss how the media is separate from political parties and are not another instrument in the political toolbox to get their agendas and narratives across. Dig into the latest economic growth report with economic expert, Jeff Cox. Rep. Celeste Maloy shares how the federal government is abusing the Antiquities Act and how it is directly impacting Utahns. Look into the Democratic party’s past to find ways they can see success today with Michael Kazin and More!
Political violence casts a long shadow over human history, leaving stains on our collective memory. Adrienne LaFrance from The Atlantic shares that this era of heightened tensions and polarization, the specter of such violence, looms larger than we might think. Understanding the roots, patterns, and consequences of political violence is crucial for safeguarding our democratic institutions and social fabric. By looking at violent moments in history, we see there is a delicate balance between societal forces and individual actions, and it challenges us to envision a path toward a more unified and peaceful future.
The latest economic growth report is out and it paints a complex picture of the U.S. economy, revealing both strengths and potential vulnerabilities. As we navigate through a period of persistent inflation and high interest rates, the resilience of consumer spending and robust GDP growth offer reasons for optimism. However, beneath the surface, nuanced indicators suggest potential challenges ahead. How do we interpret these mixed signals, and what do they mean for the future of the American economy? Jeff Cox from CNBC joins to give the latest.
Vice President Kamala Harris's remarkable fundraising success in her presidential bid exemplifies a common phenomenon: how people can fall in love with the idea of a candidate before the reality of that candidate sets in. As we stand on the precipice of another high-stakes election, it's crucial to examine the difference between the idealized version of a candidate and the complex reality of their qualifications and policies. It is our responsibility as voters to consider: How do we balance our enthusiasm for a candidate's vision with a clear-eyed assessment of their ability to govern effectively?
In a whirlwind of diplomatic activity and geopolitical tensions, Washington D.C. found itself at the center of global attention yesterday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to a joint session of Congress sparked both fervent support and vehement opposition, highlighting the complex dynamics of U.S.-Israel relations. Meanwhile, a concerning development unfolded as China and Russia conducted joint air missions near U.S. airspace, raising questions about shifting global alliances. These events underscore the intricate web of international relations and the ongoing challenges facing American foreign policy.
Rep. Celeste Maloyaddresses that the federal government has abused the Antiquities Act and the impact of national monument expansions on local communities and industries. This brings an opportunity to continue conversations between federal policies and local interests in shaping the future of America's public lands. We can come together and advocate for affected communities but also challenge Congress to rectify the issues stemming from past legislative decisions.
As the Democratic Party faces a critical juncture following Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race, we are reminded of the cyclical nature of political crises and recoveries throughout history. Michael Kazin from Georgetown University reflects on the lessons of the past and the complexities of the present and how party members can create potential paths forward for the Democratic party seeking to redefine its vision and appeal to a diverse electorate. How might the Democrats navigate this transition to not only win an election but to forge a durable and inclusive majority?
It seems like the role of the media has become increasingly complex and controversial. As narratives clash and partisan divides deepen, the pursuit of truth often seems at odds with the demands of political convenience. Jonah Goldberg from The Dispatch shares how this raises profound questions about the responsibilities of journalists, the nature of public discourse, and the very foundations of democracy in the digital age. How can we navigate these turbulent waters to foster a more informed and engaged society?
Deep dive into the news of Tuesday with Boyd Matheson! Both Niall Stanage and Shia Kapos help break down Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign and what she needs to do to succeed. See how the loss of our oral and written language is deteriorating our society with Nadya Williams. Samuel Abrams shares a new report on civic literacy and some discrepancies in our young people and More!
Utah stands as a testament to perseverance and progress, from its pioneer roots to its modern-day global influence. The Beehive State now sets its sights on hosting the 2034 Winter Olympics, eager to share its values and natural beauty with the world. With a proven track record of bringing people together and delivering results, Utah offers a refreshing approach to Olympic hosting. As we look to the future, Utah's unique blend of hope and strategy promises not just a spectacular event, but an opportunity to showcase solutions that can benefit communities worldwide.
The week in Washington DC unfolds with significant political shifts and high-profile events. From Vice President Harris's campaign launch to leadership changes in key agencies, the nation's capital is abuzz with activity. As we bid farewell to some figures and welcome others, all eyes turn to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming address to Congress, which may prove to be a pivotal moment in US politics and foreign relations.
In a stunning turn of events, Vice President Kamala Harris has swiftly emerged as the clear frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination following President Biden's unexpected withdrawal from the race. Within hours, a wave of endorsements from prominent Democratic governors and potential challengers solidified Harris's position as the party's presumptive nominee. As the focus now shifts to potential running mates, Harris's campaign is poised to create waves in the political world and shift how we all viewed this election to pan out. Shia Kapos from POLITICO joins the show.
In the span of human history, our methods of communication have undergone dramatic shifts, from oral traditions to written cultures and now to the digital age. Today, we face a puzzling paradox: despite unprecedented access to information, many struggle with basic comprehension of both written and spoken language. We must ask ourselves: what are the implications for our relationships, our culture, and the very essence of what it means to be human in an increasingly disconnected world? And what can we do to fix this crisis? Nadya Williams joins the show to provide solutions and answers to the issue.
The journey to greatness is often paved with setbacks, challenges, and unexpected detours. Sarah Jane Weaver from Deseret News provides an exclusive look into the Paris 2024 Olympics and reminds us that the path to excellence is rarely smooth. From athletes overcoming injuries to travelers facing frustrating delays, the Olympic spirit embodies resilience and determination. These stories of perseverance offer valuable lessons that extend far beyond the realm of sports, touching on the very essence of human achievement and growth.
The political landscape on college campuses is undergoing a significant transformation, with a growing divide between male and female students. Samuel Abrams from Sarah Lawrence College helps break down the recent data that reveals a concerning gap in civic knowledge between genders, particularly among those leading campus protests. What needs to happen to restore some civic literacy in our schools and communities? Looking for solutions to that question will do much more to safeguard the future of our country than perhaps anything else.
Vice President Kamala Harris has gathered enough delegates, making her the most likely candidate to be the Democratic presidential nominee. With the Democratic Party swiftly rallying behind her, Harris now faces the formidable task, according to Niall Stanage from The Hill, of not only unifying her base but also appealing to a broader electorate in a high-stakes race against former President Donald Trump. As the countdown to November begins, all eyes are on Harris as she navigates this historic moment, carrying with her the hopes and aspirations of the Democratic party while confronting the complexities of a deeply divided nation.
With President Biden's unexpected withdrawal from the race, Vice President Kamala Harris and her team face the monumental task of rapidly transforming an existing campaign infrastructure into her own, all while navigating the complexities of selecting a running mate and redefining her message to the American people. The coming weeks will be crucial as Harris seeks to establish herself not just as Biden's successor and the first black women candidate, but as a formidable candidate in her own right, capable of facing off against former President Trump.
Start your week off with delving into Monday’s news with Boyd Matheson! Boyd breaks down yesterday’s announcement of President Biden dropping out of the presidential race and Jennifer Graham shares how this is a humanizing moment. William Cooper joins to discuss how we can adjust our political system for the better. Amy Weilan breaks down the latest report on women in STEM and More!
Boyd reminds all of us to maintain compassion towards our political leaders and how isolating those positions can be. As humans, we crave connection; but these roles can sometimes prevent us from turning to other people, whether it is a choice or not. We need to reframe how we view these positions and help shape how these leaders view themselves too. Our leaders are needed but they are not irreplaceable - and it is not healthy for any of us to see them as that. It is time to have conversations about how we view our political leaders and to support them in making graceful exits from politics.
In a move that brings us into uncharted political waters in our history, President Biden has dropped out of the presidential race in 2024. This announcement is coming weeks before the Democratic Convention, when all was set to officially coronate the incumbent president as the party nominee. It shows just how much a difference a day can make. Moving forward, what is the Democratic party going to do to unpack all of this?
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Join Greg & Leah as they discuss the biggest stories happening in Utah and on the National Stage. One high profile criminal case in Utah has our state rethinking our approach to the death penalty. What did we learn now that the Republican National Convention is finished? How will Vice Presidential Candidate JD Vance affect the race? Join us for the best coverage of politics that matter on Inside Sources.
Join Boyd Matheson in diving into Wednesday’s news about the Republican National Convention and rampant misinformation in our digital society. McKay Coppins talks with Boyd about how political violence makes our leaders live in fear, potentially influencing how those in power make decisions. Could federalism be the solution to our divided nation? J.D. Tuccille weighs in on what we can do for our country. Jacob Sullum shares the malleability of our legal concepts due to Congressional regulation power and More!
The 2024 Republican National Convention brought moments of unexpected unity amidst the usual partisan rhetoric. Several prominent speakers, including Marco Rubio, made impassioned calls for Republicans and Democrats alike to find common ground. The message made by Rubio emphasized that the way we do this is with our voices and an eye towards the future. This focus on unity and strengthening democracy offered a refreshing counterpoint to the divisive tone often dominating political discourse.
In an era of escalating political polarization and increasing tensions between Americans of differing ideologies, a potential solution emerges: decentralizing power. This approach, rooted in the principles of federalism, suggests that by shifting more authority from the federal government to state and local levels, we might reduce the intensity of national political conflicts. J.D. Tuccille from Reason shares that by making federal elections less consequential, proponents argue, we could potentially lower the stakes and cool the heated rhetoric that has come to dominate our national discourse. There is a delicate balance between national unity and local autonomy, and to imagine a political landscape where diversity in policy-making might actually foster greater harmony among citizens is something for all of us to think about.
From the early 20th century debates over opium regulation to the expansive reading of the Commerce Clause in modern times, we witness a dramatic transformation in how the government justifies its authority to address national concerns. Jacob Sullum from Reason emphasizes that our constitutional history reveals not only the ingenuity of lawmakers but also the malleability of foundational legal concepts in the face of changing circumstances. As we examine this progression, we each need to reflect on the delicate balance between effective governance and the preservation of constitutional limitations, a tension that continues to shape American democracy today.
In the wake of the recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, the digital landscape has been inundated with a familiar flood of misinformation and conspiracy theories, which is a troubling pattern in our increasingly interconnected world. We cannot take things at face value and it presents an opportunity for us to think again and delve behind the headlines to understand the facts. As we navigate this complex information ecosystem, we can work together to foster a more resilient and informed digital democracy.
Seth Cropsey, president of Yorktown Institute, joins to discuss how last week's NATO summit in Washington, DC, showed cracks in NATO's current foundation. With the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, coupled with shifting geopolitical dynamics, NATO is now facing a period of intense self-reflection and strategic reassessment. The alliance has long been a cornerstone of transatlantic security, but questions now arise about its ability to adapt to new threats and maintain its relevance in an increasingly complex global landscape. What was left out of the conversation during the recent 75th anniversary NATO conference?
From attempted assassinations to mob threats, public servants across the political spectrum are grappling with an unsettling reality: the ever-present risk to their personal safety. McKay Coppins, writer at the Atlantic, emphasizes that this alarming trend not only endangers individuals but also threatens the very foundations of representative government, potentially influencing policy decisions and deterring capable leaders from public service. We all need to consider how we can safeguard both our elected officials and the democratic principles that define our nation.
Throughout the weekend, politicians from all sides, including President Joe Biden, agreed that we should tone down the political rhetoric in our country. How have they done at sticking to that commitment? Not really.
However, the 2024 Republican National Convention did bring moments of unexpected unity amidst the usual partisan rhetoric. Several prominent speakers, including Nikki Haley and Sarah Huckabee Sanders, made impassioned calls for Republicans, and Americans in general, to find common ground, emphasizing that cooperation doesn't require constant agreement but rather a willingness to work together despite differences. This focus on unity and strengthening democracy offered a refreshing counterpoint to the divisive tone often dominating political discourse.
Deep dive into Tuesday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson. Rep. Celeste Maloy joins to give an exclusive look at the Republican National Convention and the House’s investigation into the Trump shooting. With Senator Menendez being found guilty on multiple accounts of bribery and fraud, James Wallner walks though the repercussions of the verdict. Michael Kofoed breaks down what each of us needs to know about trade and tariffs. Jonathan Freedman reflects on Ukraine President Zelenskyy’s visit to Utah and More!
Sam Benson brings us a firsthand account of the delicate balance the party is trying to strike between fostering internal unity and maintaining a strong opposition stance at the Republican National Convention. Tonight's lineup features speakers who have made notable shifts in their support for Trump, potentially bridging divides within the party. This evolving dynamic, exemplified by figures like J.D. Vance, offers a glimmer of hope for a more unified Republican front as the convention progresses.
In the complexity of global economics, trade policies stand as pivotal threads that can either strengthen or unravel our prosperity. With both the Republican and Democratic parties proposing measures that challenge long-standing free trade principles, we find ourselves wondering which is the best option or if they both fall short. To know that, we each need an understanding of what tariffs and trade are all about so we do not contribute to the narrative that can determine our futures. Michael Kofoed from University of Tennessee joins the show.
Earlier today, Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey was found guilty on all 16 counts in a high-profile corruption trial that has captivated the nation's attention. James Wallner from R Street Institute joins to talk about how the verdict marks a pivotal moment in the career of the long-serving Democrat, who now faces potential prison time and an uncertain political future. As the dust settles on this nine-week legal battle, questions abound regarding Menendez's sentencing, his ability to remain in office, and the broader implications for New Jersey's political landscape. This verdict not only impacts Menendez personally but also sends ripples throughout Congress, raising important questions about ethics, accountability, and the future of political leadership in America.
As the Republican National Convention captivates the nation's attention, all eyes are on Milwaukee, where political heavyweights and party faithful have gathered to shape the future of the GOP. Rep. Celeste Maloy offers us an exclusive glimpse into the electrifying atmosphere on the convention floor. Her unique perspective as both a delegate and a member of Congress provides invaluable insights into the proceedings. In addition to convention coverage, Rep. Maloy sheds light on a critical development in Washington: the House's ongoing investigation into the recent assassination attempt on former President Trump.
Last week, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the National Governors Association in Salt Lake City, bringing the urgency of his war-torn nation directly to America's state leaders. Speaking just a day after his appearance at the NATO Summit, Zelenskyy's presence underscored the critical role of U.S. support in Ukraine's struggle against Russian aggression. His impassioned plea for continued aid and his framing of the conflict as a clear battle between good and evil resonated deeply with the assembled governors. This unprecedented visit to Utah marks a new chapter in Ukraine's efforts to maintain and strengthen its ties with all levels of American governance and society. Jonathan Freedman from World Trade Center Utah joins the show.
Milwaukee has become a hub of activity and a very busy place as the host city of this year's Republican National Convention. I've attended this event in the past, and a monumental amount of work goes into the organization to pull everything together. One of the most choreographed aspects of this convention are the speeches given by the guest speakers, which are precisely timed down to the second. So, what did we hear from speakers yesterday? What is the vision of the 2024 Republican party?
Yesterday, President Trump announced on social media that Ohio Senator J.D. Vance is going to be the Vice Presidential pick for the 2024 election. The Senator was elected to be senator in the 2022 midterm elections, and his political star has risen quickly. So who is the man underneath the headlines? And who is his extraordinary wife, Usha Vance?
A lot of news headlines have hit over the weekend and Boyd covers it all. Delve into the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, the Republican National Convention, J.D. Vance being picked as Trump’s vice president. John Curtis joins Boyd to talk about the Republican National Convention. Learn about the importance of restraint with Peter Wehner. Jeni Wilson joins to talk about her organization, Jeniology, and the importance of telling stories of everyday heroes that knit our communities together and More!
In the wake of a chilling assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, our nation finds itself at a crucial crossroads, grappling with the fragility of democracy and the power of unity. Peter Wehner from The Atlantic highlights this shocking event as a stark reminder of the importance of civil discourse and mutual respect in our political landscape, even amidst deep divisions. As we reflect on this harrowing moment, we are presented with an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to the democratic principles that have long defined our nation.
Our nation finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with the consequences of a deeply polarized political landscape. The assassination attempt on Trump's life serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of our democratic institutions and the urgent need for unity in the face of division. We are all navigating the complex emotions and reactions stirred by this incident which allows us to reflect on our collective responsibility in shaping the political discourse of our nation.
As the Republican National Convention approaches, the political landscape has been dramatically altered by an unprecedented event: the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Trump's resilience and determination have set the stage for what promises to be a historic convention in Milwaukee. With a rewritten acceptance speech focused on unity, J.D. Vance picked as Trump's running mate, and the backdrop of recent legal developments, the RNC is poised to captivate the nation's attention like never before.
Through the lens of Jeni Wilson, a devoted community member and lifelong Utah resident, she invites people to uncover "The Utah Way" – a tapestry of stories, experiences, and innovations that make our state truly exceptional. This platform serves as a beacon of positivity, showcasing the everyday heroes, successful initiatives, and shared values that knit our communities together. We can all celebrate the best of Utah, inspiring not only our neighbors but communities far and wide to embrace the power of connection, compassion, and collective progress.
As the nation's eyes turn to Milwaukee, the 2024 Republican National Convention stands poised to be a pivotal moment in this year's election cycle. Against a backdrop of unprecedented events and heightened security, this four-day convention will not only nominate the next Republican candidate for President but also showcase the party's vision for America's future. From the halls of the convention center to screens across the globe, millions will witness a carefully orchestrated blend of tradition and innovation, designed to energize voters and shape the national conversation. Rep. John Curtis joins the show.
It has been less than 48 hours since the horrific assassination attempt during a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. However, routine political rallies shouldn't be places of high security threat and people should not be discouraged and worried about attending political events in our country, because it may turn violent. We need to come together and move forward together to change the dynamic in our nation.
On Saturday, what was supposed to be a routine campaign rally for Donald Trump in Pennsylvania instead became a tragedy, as a gunman attempted to shoot and kill the former president. A bullet grazed his ear and another shot tragically took the life of an attendee in the crowd. Boyd covers all of the analysis and political ramifications this has, but first we need to start with the more important part: a father, and member of the community, was killed protecting his family at an event that should be safe.
Finish this week of news with Boyd Matheson! Boyd dives into the NATO Summit and President Zelensky’s remarks on the National Governors Association meeting. Tom Nichols weighs in on the accusations of the double standard in the media surrounding Biden and Trump. Dive into how we cannot rely on the Supreme Court to solve all of our problems with James Phillips. Veronique de Rugy shares the GOP’s fiscal goals in 2024 and how they would play out in reality. Learn the skills to have crucial conversations with Joseph Grenny and More!
Joseph Grenny joins Boyd to talk about the skills required to have crucial conversations with each other. The choice is not between talking it out and staying silent. It is actually between talking it out and acting it out. We need to be honest with ourselves and ask, “What are the consequences of not speaking up?” By weighing the consequences and talking through things, we can learn how to disagree better and engage in better dialogue with one another.
At the heart of America's economic future lies a pivotal question: How do we create a more affordable nation without compromising our long-term fiscal health? The Republican National Committee's 2024 platform offers a bold vision, promising to end inflation and make America affordable again through deregulation and energy independence. While it looks good on paper, we each need to read beyond the headlines and ask what hidden consequences might lurk beneath well-intentioned policies? Veronique de Rugy from Reason joins the show to talk through the proposal and talk about the reality of their goals.
Today, Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, addressed the National Governors Association conference that was held in Salt Lake City, Utah. In a time of global uncertainty, his presence brings the stark realities of international conflict to the forefront of state-level discussions. As governors from across the nation gather to listen, Zelenskyy's words carry the weight of a nation fighting for its very existence, reminding us of the far-reaching impacts of global events on local communities and the call for each of us to fight for goodness.
Join Boyd Matheson to delve into Thursday’s big news about the toxic codependency of both Biden and Trump and deconstruction our presidential options. James Wallner comes on the show to talk about Congressional responsibility since the Chevron case was overturned. Dive into the lack of social security in the presidential campaigns with Eric Boehm. Megan McArdle calls for better media coverage since the fallout of the failure to report more about Biden’s declining health. Jay Evensen and Boyd talk about national debt and the call of all of us to talk more about the issue and More!
Boyd comments on the growing feeling of discouragement that we are struggling to produce great leaders in America. To create good leaders, it starts with knowing the values of leadership, especially leading with a vision. Leaders need to be able to share that vision with everyone because people want to be part of a winning story, and as they do that, we can be unified in a common cause. Sadly, we are not seeing people painting these kinds of stories and that is a problem we need to fix.
In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Chevron deference, a seismic shift in the landscape of American governance appears imminent. But what if this landmark ruling, hailed as a victory against the administrative state, is merely a surface-level change in a deeper, more complex system? We're confronted with the possibility that perhaps the key to understanding and reforming our system lies not in the courts or regulatory agencies, but in the very institution meant to represent the will of the people – Congress itself. James Wallner from the R Street Institute provides insight as we grapple with the implications of this decision.
In the wake of the CNN Presidential Debate, stories about President Biden's health have taken the media by storm. But why is this only being openly talked about now? People are quick to throw metaphoric stones at journalists and reporters, but what if the media's coverage of President Biden's cognitive decline wasn't a conspiracy, but rather a complex interplay of journalistic norms, unconscious biases, and institutional constraints? Perhaps the path forward lies not in accusations, but in a thoughtful examination of how newsrooms function and the subtle ways in which our perspectives shape the stories we tell. Megan McArdle from the Washington Post joins the show to give insight on what the media can do moving forward.
In an unprecedented move, the New York Times has called for the removal of both President Biden and former President Trump from the 2024 Presidential race. Both pieces by the editorial board give sound reasons on why both candidates are not fit for the job and leave the readers with profound questions about leadership, integrity, and the very essence of democracy. As we deconstruct our presidential options, we need to ask the question "Then what?" and construct this election into something that can bring about positive change.
The economic forecasting has spoken and we find ourselves peering into a future that seems both distant and alarmingly close. As we contemplate the financial landscape of 2034, what revelations await us about the choices we make today? How might the decisions of our leaders and the priorities we set as a nation shape the world we'll inhabit a decade from now? Jay Evensen from Deseret News and Boyd talk about how we as the people of this nation need to call for more attention to the national debt and start the conversations around the delicate balance between present needs and future stability, all while considering the profound impact our fiscal choices may have on generations to come.
Both presidential candidates have blamed the other for harming our spending programs, social security and medicare. However, we have both of their records as President over the last 8 years, and their campaign platforms for the next 4. The truth is, both campaigns have nothing close to a real plan to prevent Social Security from going bankrupt soon. And things could get a lot worse if Medicare goes insolvent as well. What do we really need to be thinking about? And how can we communicate this message to our elected leaders? Eric Boehm from Reason joins the show.
While the headlines and story is fixed on President Biden and the tension happening in Congress between Democrats and the President, things may shift for the President next week as the Republican National Convention begins in Milwaukee. It has been forecasted that Donald Trump will announce his vice president soon, likely at the convention, which will be the big news of that day. So, what does the Biden team need to do to project confidence over the weekend, and shift the messaging next week?
The political machine in Washington, along with the media, has been covering the story of President Biden's age and fitness as President nearly non-stop since the debate two weeks ago - and there's a good reason for it. It's the most important question facing the nation right now. But there is someone else who is depending on President Biden staying the course, staying in the race, and not going anywhere: Donald Trump.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
Guest hosts, Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas, share the latest on the headlines this Wednesday. Jeffrey McCall delves into the issue that the media has failed to report about Biden’s health before the CNN Presidential Debate. As we look forward to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Caroline Vakil joins to share the significance of the event’s location in the race for the presidential seat. Faith Hill talks about the endless cycle of parenting and the trends occurring between parent and adult child relationships. Adam and Greg discuss the Frank Mylar charges made earlier today and More!
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
Adam and Greg round out the day by elaborating more on Utah’s District 2 Congressional election is heading for a recount. The issues with sending in ballots have accusations of disenfranchisement coming in and show discrepancies happening in urban and rural areas within the state of Utah. However there is no excuse for turning in your ballot because of the drop box that is located in every city or the ability to vote in person. Disenfranchisement is a real thing in our country, but Utah is not one of those states. In fact, it is easy to register and vote within Utah. Let’s all not procrastinate our democratic duty to vote for our political representatives.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
As the political spotlight turns to Wisconsin for the upcoming Republican National Convention, the state's pivotal role in the 2024 presidential election comes into sharp focus. This battleground state, which has swung between parties in recent elections, stands as a critical testing ground for both Republican and Democratic strategies. As candidates prepare to make their case to Wisconsin voters, the state offers a compelling snapshot of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in this high-stakes election year, according to Caroline Vakil from The Hill.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
The recent coverage of President Biden's cognitive abilities has sparked a crucial conversation about media responsibility and transparency. The balance journalists must make between compassion and their duty to inform the public has made a deep impact on this year’s presidential election. Jeffrey McCall from DePauw University talks about this situation and how it offers an opportunity for the media to be held accountable as the nation’s political watchdogs and is a reminder of the importance of delivering timely, accurate information to the American people, even when the subject matter is sensitive.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
The election between Rep. Celeste Maloy and Colby Jenkins in Congressional District 2 has officially entered recount territory, extending this election contest further into the future. Rep. Maloy leads with just over 200 votes, and doesn’t expect a recount will change the election result. This is the closest Congressional election in Utah in decades, so what will happen from here? And what do you need to know about the process? Brigham Tomco from Deseret News joins the show.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
The recent wave of college campuses and protest demonstrations, including tent encampments and occasional clashes with law enforcement, has ignited a complex debate about the boundaries of campus activism and institutional responsibility. As administrators grapple with these challenges, they must navigate the delicate balance between fostering open dialogue and ensuring a safe, functional learning environment for all students. Emma Camp from Reason joins to discuss how this is an opportunity for universities to reassess their approaches to contentious issues and potentially embrace policies of institutional neutrality, shaping the future of campus discourse in the process.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
In recent years, a remarkable shift has occurred in the relationship between parents and their adult children, challenging long-held notions of independence and family dynamics. Gone are the days of weekly payphone calls from college dorms; instead, we're witnessing an era of constant communication and unprecedented emotional closeness. Faith Hill from the Atlantic elaborates on this evolution that is driven by technological advancements and is changing societal norms, sparking both concern and admiration.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas
A candidate running in the election to become Utah’s next attorney general has been charred with felony bribery in elections. Frank Mylar sent a text message to another candidate in the Attorney General race last week, which led to a police report being filed. The message offered a job in Frank’s office in exchange for an endorsement. Adam and Greg go through the details of the case and the repercussions of the charge against Myler.
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
Greg Skordas joins Inside Sources as a guest host to delve into Monday’s headlines. Greg walks through the Utah election process and the lawsuits surrounding it. Emma Camp joins Greg to discuss the implications of states requiring the Bible being taught in classrooms. Gambling has become more accessible and Christine Emba talks about the new Dave & Buster’s announcement surrounding this. Rebecca Glazier covers political polarization and how religious congregations can act like a bridge and More!
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
With Election day coming up, we are still figuring out who the candidates are for the presidential race, the Utah governor race, and Utah’s District 2 congressional race. Greg delves into the Utah election process and the legal side of these issues. As citizens, we need to be confident in our election system and it is up to us to vote with a clear conscience for those who can move our country to a brighter future.
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
In an era of increasing political polarization, an unexpected beacon of hope has emerged: places of worship. Recent research suggests that religious congregations may serve as crucial meeting grounds where people of differing political views can interact, collaborate, and see each other's humanity beyond partisan labels. This unique role of faith communities offers a promising avenue for bridging the widening divides in our society. By fostering environments where shared faith and community service take precedence over political differences, religious institutions may hold a key to reinvigorating civil discourse and strengthening the fabric of our democracy. Dr. Rebecca Glazier from the University of Arkansas joins the show.
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
Utah's recent gubernatorial primary has sparked a renewed conversation about election integrity and transparency. As candidate Phil Lyman calls for an independent audit, questions arise about the balance between voter privacy and public access to information. This situation highlights the complex systems and safeguards in place to ensure fair elections in Utah. By examining the roles of county clerks, state officials, and legislative oversight, we can gain a deeper understanding of how Utah strives to maintain the integrity of its democratic process.
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
Congress has returned to session today, and tensions are high on Capitol Hill as Democrats are facing the new political reality that we’ve been in since the Presidential debate. This morning, the President issued a letter to Democrats in Congress making it clear that he intends to stay in the race, and try to win and beat Donald Trump. What is the response to this letter? What are we likely to see in the coming days? Marianna Sotomayor from the Washington Post weighs in on the situation.
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
In an era of rapid technological advancement, the landscape of entertainment and leisure is undergoing a profound transformation. The recent announcement by Dave & Buster's to introduce "real-money contests" in their arcades marks a significant shift in how we perceive and engage with recreational activities. This development not only blurs the lines between casual gaming and gambling but also raises important questions about the societal implications of such changes. Christine Emba from The Atlantic joins the show to discuss this announcement.
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
As the Supreme Court prepares for its 2024-25 term, the nation's attention turns to the critical issues that will shape our legal landscape. With nearly 30 cases already on the docket and more to come, the Court is poised to address pivotal questions with a wide range. Kelsey Dallas from Deseret News shares that these cases not only reflect the complex challenges of our time but also hold the potential to profoundly impact individual rights, public safety, and the balance of governmental powers. As we anticipate the Court's deliberations, it's clear that the upcoming term will play a crucial role in defining the future of American law and society.
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
In a bold move that has sparked nationwide debate, Oklahoma has announced plans to incorporate Bible teaching into public school curricula. This decision, which mandates the presence of the Bible in every classroom, raises profound questions about the intersection of religion, education, and constitutional rights. Emma Camp from Reason joins us to discuss the implications of this announcement and what it means for American classrooms.
Guest Host: Greg Skordas
It’s been 2 weeks since Utah’s primary election, and one race is still being counted. The close contest in District 2 will determine whether Colby Jenkins will replace Congresswoman Celeste Maloy. And while the race is close, Rep. Maloy maintains a lead. A judge struck down a lawsuit this morning filed by Colby Jenkins, we’ll cover what that lawsuit entails. Gubernatorial candidate Phil Lyman has also filed a lawsuit in the race against Spencer Cox. What do you need to know, and how will these lawsuits affect the election?
Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon cover Wednesday’s headlines today! Chris Cameron joins to consider the future of the Democratic party and who could replace President Biden as their presidential candidate. Phil Lyman has continued to point fingers after his run against incumbent Governor Spencer Cox, Senator Todd Weiler weighs in on the situation. Lindsay Aerts reports on the developing plans to revitalize Salt Lake City’s Downtown area. Adam and Rusty discuss the SCOTUS immunity ruling, Bob Melendez’s case, the Good Neighbor Rule, and More!
**Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon**
As we look forward to another Fourth of July tomorrow, we are reminded of the enduring spirit of independence that has shaped our nation for nearly two and a half centuries. We not only reflect on the past but look forward to what lies ahead in our ongoing journey as a democracy. As we come together as families and friends tomorrow with all the traditions and fireworks illuminating the sky, let’s remember the spirit of freedom that has made America what it is today.**Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon**
In a landmark decision that could reshape environmental policy across the United States, the Supreme Court has temporarily halted the Environmental Protection Agency's "Good Neighbor" plan aimed at reducing ozone emissions. Gordon Larsen, Utah’s Senior Advisor for Federal Affairs, weighs into this ruling and how it underscores the ongoing tension between environmental protection and industrial interests but also raises profound questions about the balance of power between federal agencies and the judiciary. The Court's split decision shows the complexities of addressing air pollution that knows no state boundaries.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon*
In a groundbreaking move that could reshape the heart of Salt Lake City, the Smith Entertainment Group and city officials have unveiled a plan to revitalize the downtown area surrounding the Delta Center. Lindsay Aerts from KSL-TV shares that this visionary project not only promises to transform the urban landscape but also raises intriguing questions about the role of public-private partnerships in shaping our cities' futures. The proposed agreement, with its multifaceted approach to urban renewal, helps us to envision a future where sports, culture, and civic engagement converge to create a more vibrant and inclusive city center.
**Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon**
One of the most fascinating and incriminating trials is happening right now in New York City. New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez is on trial for corruption, with charges such as bribery, extortion, wire fraud, and acting as a foreign agent for the country of Egypt. This is a wild legal case, and a look inside the alleged rampant corrupt activities of a sitting U.S. senator. Let’s deep dive into this case and see what the facts are.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon*
Despite trailing by a significant margin, state lawmaker Phil Lyman refuses to concede to incumbent Governor Spencer Cox. Instead, Lyman is pursuing an unorthodox strategy, questioning the legitimacy of Cox's ballot-qualifying signatures. This development adds a layer of intrigue to what appeared to be a settled race, raising questions about election integrity and the lengths candidates will go to challenge results. Is there any weight to Lyman’s claims? Senator Todd Weiler joins the show.
**Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon**
There has been a lot of commentary about the recent Supreme Court ruling,which grants the President a presumption of legal immunity when carrying out official acts as President. Much of the reaction to this case has been partisan in nature, but let’s go beyond the headlines and false narratives. What have the justices themselves said in their opinions on this ruling? What is the impact of this ruling?
**Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon**
America is a panorama of religious diversity. It is one of the great features and strengths of our nation. And the researchers for the U.S. religious census have been tracking the data relating to America’s religions for decades. So, what does the latest research tell us? What can we learn about the diversity of religion in America? And what does the future look like for America’s faith traditions? Andrew Van Dam from The Washington Post joins the show.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon*
In the wake of President Biden's debate performance, the Democratic Party finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with unprecedented questions about leadership and electability. Chris Cameron from the New York Times shares more about the growing dissent against the current President's campaign, which creates a challenge in keeping the delicate balance between party stability and the need for adaptability in the face of changing circumstances. The complex interplay between individual leadership, party dynamics, and the will of the electorate in shaping the future of our nation in this moment could reshape the landscape of American politics and can help us think again about our understanding of party loyalty and the democratic process.
Guest hosts, Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas, fill in to delve into Monday’s news. Unpack the SCOTUS immunity ruling from this morning. See what Biden can do after last week’s CNN Presidential Debate with Jason Perry. Robert Spendlove adds to the conversation surrounding Gov. Cox’s message on X about the proposed power rate increase. Jordan Teuscher talks about the announcement of the split between the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office and the Unified Police Department. Derek Monson shares how caucus-convention systems could lead to disastrous outcomes and More!
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
Adam and Greg round out the show by going back to the CNN Presidential Debate and its repercussions. The terminology “far left” and “far right” has dominated the lingo used by media outlets but these words factionalize our country. We need democracy on the ballot and as we go into this election season leaning into this idea and getting rid of the factions, we have a chance at creating a more perfect union.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
In the heart of Utah's political landscape, a compelling tension has emerged between the caucus-convention system and primary election results. Derek Monson from Sutherland Institute argues that this discrepancy not only raises important questions about the allocation of taxpayer dollars in the nomination process but also invites us to reflect on the words of the Founding Fathers regarding factions and broad-based voter participation. We need to consider how our current political systems align with the constitutional framework and if it truly reflects the will of the people while safeguarding against the undue influence of narrow interests.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
Salt Lake County embarks on a significant transformation in its law enforcement landscape. The separation of the Sheriff's Office and the Unified Police Department, while seemingly subtle in its day-to-day impact, raises profound questions about the structure, efficiency, and accountability of our public safety institutions. Rep. Jordan Teuscher emphasizes that this transition invites us to consider how organizational changes in law enforcement can shape community relations, fiscal responsibility, and the very nature of public service.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
Last week’s presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump captivated the nation, offering a stark contrast between two very different visions for America's future. Viewers were treated to a spectacle that not only highlighted policy differences but also reignited concerns about age, stamina, and leadership in presidential candidates. The debate's aftermath has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, prompting serious discussions within the Democratic Party about Biden as their candidate and potentially reshaping the trajectory of the 2024 election. Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute of Politics helps us digest the implications of this crucial face-off. It's clear that the road to November has become even more unpredictable, with both campaigns now facing new challenges and opportunities in the wake of this dramatic encounter.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court's overturning of Chevron v. NRDC has sent ripples through American regulatory policy, challenging assumptions about the balance of power in governance. This pivotal moment deep dives into the intricate relationship between expertise, democratic accountability, and public trust in our institutions. As we reconsider how our government can effectively address complex societal challenges while remaining true to the principles of representative democracy, we are also reminded that the new overturning can change the future of policymaking and the role of expertise in our increasingly complex world.
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
Our country is currently on an unsustainable track when it comes to our national debt. We started 2024 at $34 trillion dollars, and have added $720 billion dollars in just 6 months. Gene Steuerle from Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center shares that by the end of the year we will cross the $35 trillion dollar mark, with no end in sight to get on a sustainable path. It will take more than just spending cuts and nominal tax increases to fix this. So what needs to happen before our country feels the full effects of a national debt crisis?
Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
In a ruling by the Supreme Court this morning on presidential immunity, a fundamental debate about the balance between executive power and accountability has been reignited. This landmark decision not only affects the immediate legal challenges facing former President Trump but also has far-reaching implications for the very nature of the American presidency. Does this ruling maintain the delicate equilibrium between protecting presidential decision-making and upholding the principle that no one is above the law? And how can we best preserve our democracy’s integrity for future generations?
Boyd gives a fresh perspective after last night's disappointing presidential debate. Teenage journalist Wyatt Sharpe is an incredible example of a young professional in journalism. Boyd and Joseph Grenny give their model for engaging better in crucial conversations.
Many listeners of this show often ask how they can better have crucial conversations in their own lives. So, Boyd and friend of the show Joseph Grenny are modeling how to conduct crucial conversations between loved ones, friends, and communities. It's based off of the award-winning book co-authored by Joseph Grenny called "Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When the Stakes are High".
Dig into Thursday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! Boyd breaks down the upcoming CNN Presidential Debate and what each of us needs to do to be prepared and what we should look for. Jacob Bogage joins to discuss the spending battle that is coming with advancing legislation in Congress. Remind yourself with Meagan Kohler that building a future does not come from voting for the right person, it comes from coming together as a community. Grayson Logue delves into the deal that the U.S. is making with Saudi Arabia and More!
With only a few hours looming until the CNN Presidential Debate, citizens need to prepare just as much as the candidates. We need to ask deep questions that require more than soundbites from those at the debate stage. Above all, view the questions through the lens of civic pluralism that allows us to disagree and remain resilient beyond the election cycle. It’s up to each of us to do our debate preparation to reinforce a sturdy democracy.
The proposed US-Saudi Arabia security pact represents a significant shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics, potentially reshaping alliances and power dynamics in the region. As the Biden administration navigates complex negotiations with Saudi Arabia and Israel, it must balance strategic interests with human rights concerns and longstanding diplomatic relationships. Grayson Logue from The Dispatch shares that this landmark agreement with Saudi Arabia could have far-reaching implications and may well define the future of US involvement in the Middle East, setting a new course for international relations in this volatile region.
In an era of political disillusionment, where both major party candidates face historic unfavorability ratings, many Americans find themselves at a crossroads:: how can we remain civically engaged in a system that feels broken? Perhaps the answer lies not in the ballot box, but in the timeless wisdom of building rather than tearing down. By shifting our focus from the fleeting nature of election cycles to the enduring work of strengthening our communities and institutions, we might discover a more fulfilling path to progress. Meagan Kohler joins the show to discuss the topic and encourages the importance of people building together.
Congress is advancing legislation to do the job of funding the government, or at least in theory. Three major funding bills are being proposed that do not have a chance of being signed into law. Jacob Bogage from the Washington Post shares that these are negotiating positions that the Republican party is staking out. But in an election year, what chance is there that the government will actually be funded on time? Nearly no chance at all.
Inside Sources host Boyd Matheson opens the show with his take on tonight’s presidential debate. What questions are going to be asked and how those questions will be handled by each candidate. Boyd shares what each of us needs to go into the CNN Presidential Debate prepared.
Join Boyd Matheson in digging into the latest news of your week. Rep. John Curtis, the newly minted Republican candidate for Utah’s Senate seat, talks with Boyd about what is next for his platform and his goals if he wins the election. Learn what it means to be a civic pluralist during the upcoming CNN Presidential Debate with Adam Phillips. Jennifer Graham digs into how we are having a crisis of crises and what that means in the public health sphere. See what it means to be in coal country and their influential role in this upcoming presidential election with Maxine Joselow and More!
Boyd finishes the show by going back to his conversation with Adam Phillips about civic pluralism and the upcoming CNN Presidential Debate. We can all listen to this debate differently by listening to how candidates talk about identity, faith, institutions, cooperation, and diversity. By listening differently, we can become more educated citizens and take steps to a brighter future.
Troy Smith joins Boyd to talk about the launch of a master’s program in constitutional government, civics & law (MACGCL) at Utah Valley University which he is the program director of. The program focuses on both research and teaching social studies in K-12 schools in hopes to help students gain a foundation of knowing America’s beginnings.
Environmental litigation reform is a complex issue that balances the need for environmental protection with efficient infrastructure development. The current system of prolonged litigation processes has led to significant delays and increased costs for major projects across the United States. There is growing debate about how to streamline these processes while still addressing legitimate environmental concerns and maintaining public input, according to Robert Poole from Reason. Potential reforms range from limiting who can file lawsuits to changing the timing and nature of public participation in project planning. These discussions raise important questions about the balance between local interests and national priorities, as well as the role of scientific expertise in environmental decision-making.
As our nation stands on the precipice of another pivotal presidential debate, we find ourselves at a crossroads of political discourse and civic engagement. In an era marked by deep divisions and partisan bitterness, the concept of civic pluralism serves as a beacon of hope, offering a fresh lens through which to view and participate in our democratic process. Adam Phillips from Interfaith America joins to talk about how this approach challenges us to look beyond the surface-level rhetoric and political maneuvering, inviting us to engage with the debate in a way that honors our diverse identities while fostering unity and resilience. It is time to think again about how embracing the principles of civic pluralism might not only transform our viewing experience but also contribute to healing the very fabric of our democracy.
President Biden has promised a "just transition" away from fossil fuels, but what does that mean for coal country and all of the people who have jobs in the coal industry? In states with important races, following through on these promises could make a huge difference come November. Maxine Joselow from the Washington Post joins the show.
Following a statement last week from Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, stating that social media platforms should contain a warning about their effects on adolescents' mental health, Murthy is now declaring that gun violence should be moved into a public health issue and not a political one. Jennifer Graham from Deseret News joins the show to talk about how other public health issues contributed to this declaration and how they relate to other public health issues.
Rep. John Curtis is the official Republican Party nominee for the Senate seat. He joins Boyd to talk about how he is a representative for all Utahns and his experiences throughout this campaigning season. Rep. Curtis shares the concerns he has heard throughout the state and what has surprised him. He talks about the moment the polling came in last night and how he is pivoting towards the next step, claiming the Senate position, and what his goals are.
As the dust settles on Utah's recent election, the results paint a compelling picture of the state's political landscape. Beyond the mere tally of votes, these outcomes offer a window into the complex interplay of local issues, national trends, and the changing demographics that shape Utah's future. The choices made at the ballot box reflect not just individual preferences, but a collective vision for the direction of communities across the Beehive State. We're witnessing more than just a political process; we're observing democracy in action, and that calls for us to think again about how each vote contributes to the ongoing narrative of Utah's political landscape.
The Supreme Court will rule on crucial issues this week, such as the question of presidential immunity and the future of the Chevron Doctrine. Boyd talks with Elder Matthew S. Holland on the founding principle of civic charity. Dan Brooks discusses the new reality of social media and online slang. Join Inside Sources for the best conversations with some of America's best thinkers.
The majority of employee retention credit claims were fraudulent, as the IRS has recently reported. While some of the money has been reclaimed, much is lost, and we are still paying for those programs in the form of accelerated inflation. What lessons do we need to learn as a country to prevent something like this from repeating itself?
Dive into Monday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! Boyd talks about the problems with deifying politics and politicizing faith, as well as the concept of the economics of goodness. Karen DeYoung joins to give an update about what is happening in the Middle East concerning the fallout of the ceasefire deal. Scott Lincicome talks about having a subsidized economy and what the government is spending money on. Learn how student debt forgiveness has lended a hand in the federal budget deficit with Emma Camp and More!
Boyd rounds up Monday’s show by talking about his experience in creating a cell phone free experience for teenage boys and what a great time it was for everyone there. We have undersold how strong the young people are and that they will be fine without their devices. The question isn’t if children can do it, but can parents? Parents need to enable this kind of behavior and promote cell phone free environments for their children - and the young people will thank them for it. Using his hiking experience, Boyd encourages people to look up from their devices to see the world around them, then move to action to create the future they desire.
The new projections from the Congressional Budget Office paints a sobering picture of our nation's financial health with the federal budget deficit expected to soar to nearly $2 trillion in 2024. This dramatic surge, driven largely by increased government spending in areas such as student loan forgiveness and Medicaid, underscores the complex challenges of balancing short-term needs with long-term fiscal stability. How can we find a balance between urgent situations and planning for the future? How are these numbers going to affect American citizens moving forward? Emma Camp from Reason joins the show.
One of the debates happening in the country is a debate over economics. Each political party is putting forward their vision of the economic direction of the country. However, aspects of both visions lean towards domestic industrial policy, or government-directed, subsidized growth for industries here in America. Scott Lincicome from the CATO Institute answers a vital question that the American people should be thinking about. What are we really receiving after billions are spent towards a subsidized economy?
Russia is in the midst of an assault on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv. This isn't a frontier border offensive, Kharkiv is the 2nd largest city in Ukraine, located in the northeast of the country near the Russian border. As the war drags on into another summer, western weapons and NATO funding for military and humanitarian aid are pouring into the country to stave off Russia's aggression. Now, the White House is giving the green light for Ukraine to use our weapons to strike targets inside of Russian territory. Long range deep strike attacks are still a no-go, as President Biden is trying to prevent a direct confrontation between America and Russia. But the strategy of an all-defensive war just isn't working.
The conflict in Gaza has reached a critical juncture, with the Biden administration's worst fears materializing in the aftermath of Israel's military operation in Rafah. As civilian casualties mount and humanitarian aid dwindles, the prospects for a lasting peace seem increasingly distant. The situation on the ground has become dire, with over a million displaced Gazans struggling to survive amidst rubble and devastation. Meanwhile, tensions between the U.S. and Israeli leadership have escalated, further complicating efforts to bring about a resolution to the crisis. Karen DeYoung from The Washington Post joins to give the latest on what is happening in the Middle East.
America has always been a great nation. But the greater share of our potential comes when we, as citizens, make America a good nation, and practice what is called the economics of goodness. Utah’s former governor, Mike Leavitt, gave a commencement speech at Brigham Young University a few years ago about this economics of goodness concept and its necessity in our society’s flourishing. Imagine the power of goodness and how it could transform our communities if we just lean into the concept more.
In today's world, faith and politics are seen as juxtapositions of each other, instead they can be complementary. While the separation of church and state is a foundational principle in America's democracy, the influence of religious beliefs on political ideologies and decision-making remains a complex and often contentious issue. Senator James Lankford's interview on The Hill Sunday with Christ Stirewalt delves into the intertwining of religion and politics and offers insight on the fine balance between the two and how they are not as opposite as people might believe.
Guest hosts, Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan, fill in for Thursday’s headlines. Representatives Kera Birkeland and Jennifer Dailey-Provost share their views on the newest votes on the Utah floor concerning Title IX. A Utah scholarship is facing a lawsuit due to some saying it has constitutional incongruence and Christine Fairbanks and Bill Duncan share their take on the situation. Alex Iorg shares what the state of Utah’s position on medical cannabis and More!
As summer temperatures soar to record-breaking heights across the United States, millions of Americans are feeling the heat both day and night. With nearly 70% of the population facing 90-degree temperatures or higher, staying cool has become a critical health concern, especially when it comes to getting a good night's sleep. From California to the East Coast, experts are offering timely advice on how to beat the heat and ensure restful slumber during these sweltering summer nights. Let's explore some practical tips for keeping cool and sleeping well, as we approach the official start of summer and head into even hotter times.
Six years ago Utah entered into the arena of medical cannabis use so patients who needed it could have access. But Utah’s regulation might be making it hard for some people to get their hands on it with all of the barriers in the way. As other states around Utah have made medical cannabis completely available for recreational purposes, Alex Iorg from WholesomeCo Cannabis answers the questions about where Utah stands with the controversial plant and what cannabis’ future looks like in the Beehive State.
In a groundbreaking move to empower families and enhance educational opportunities, Utah has created the Utah Fits All Scholarship program that offers financial aid to low-income families and aims to personalize education in ways that traditional public schooling may not always achieve. However, the program now faces a legal challenge that threatens to derail the program that says the scholarships are unconstitutional. What are the constitutional questions at play and the broader implications for educational choice in America? Christine Fairbank and Bill Duncan from Sutherland Institute join the show to answer the questions.
In a political landscape shaped by legal drama and economic uncertainty, recent polls reveal a tight race between former President Trump and President Biden in key battleground states. Despite Trump's historic conviction in New York, his support remains largely unchanged, with narrow leads in several crucial swing states. As both candidates navigate the complexities of their respective legal challenges, voters appear more focused on broader issues affecting their daily lives. This latest snapshot of the electoral map underscores the fluid nature of the 2024 presidential race, promising a closely watched and fiercely contested campaign season ahead.
It’s the end of June, which any Supreme Court observer knows is the time for decisions to start coming down. We have gotten some good ones this session so far and we are waiting on some huge cases. This session we’ve had abortion, again, we’ve had the power of agencies, gun rights, social media rights, and more. And we’ve had cases about the 2020 election. Some of the biggest ones we have not heard the final answer yet. Greg Skordas joins the show.
In the wild world of modern romance, where swiping right and ghosting have become the norm, Debbie Dujanovic and Caitlyn Johnston navigate the thrills, spills, and occasional chills of dating at different stages of life in their new podcast, "Dating at Her Age." Whether you're swiping for love or taking a breather from the dating scene, "Dating at Her Age" promises to be a witty, warm companion in the sometimes-messy, always-entertaining world of modern romance.
After a long debate, it ended with Utah lawmakers passing legislation to supersede federal Title 9 regulations. What were the arguments against this legislation? And what could the potential backlash be? Rep. Jennifer Dailey-Provost from Utah House District 22 joins the show to offer another opinion and what the future of Title IX looks like.
The Utah legislature convened a special session yesterday and held a debate on the new Title 9 federal regulations. That same day they held a vote on legislation that ensures Utah law will overrule the new Title 9 requirements. This is the latest clash between state law and federal regulation. So what sparked this special session? And what were the arguments that resulted in this new legislation? Where do Utahns stand on this issue? Rep. Kera Birkeland from Utah House District 4 joins the show.
Boyd talks through the biggest issues of the day, taking you underneath the headlines to the real discussions. An important meeting took place betwen U.S. leaders and the leader of NATO today. Attacks on our Supreme Court are heating up, and coming from all sides of the political spectrum. Join Boyd Matheson in getting to the heart of the issues that matter.
Boyd discusses the push by Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy to take action against social media companies. The effect on the mental health of our kids is well documented, but it will take more than government action to make a change.
Start the week’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! Asma Uddin dives into how the Supreme Court can be the unifier we need in society. See how the liberal arts spirit needs to be reignited in higher education. Jess Craig joins to talk about the gap in humanitarian aid funding. Boyd breaks down what is happening in the Middle East currently and the upcoming presidential debates and More!
To round off the day, Boyd talks about his experience at speaking at Boy’s State this past weekend. It caused Boyd to reflect on the main fragmentation wedge in society: contempt. We have gotten too comfortable with contempt and it will put us in an e pluribus negative situation. Contempt always keeps us a good distance from others’ and our own humanity, and it is from our own doing. We need to get back to being one and not let contempt tear apart the society that we love.
We are returning to a conversation we had with Ezekiel Emanuel a few weeks ago about how the liberal arts tradition of broad-based learning can cultivate engaged citizens and analytical thinkers. As universities face mounting pressures from career-focused agendas, cultural battles, and skepticism, they must firmly reassert the timeless value of a well-rounded liberal arts foundation. Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel emphasizes that revitalizing these democratic discussions and values is vital not just for individual flourishing, but for equipping the next generation of leaders to forge a more united society.
As the nation awaits the first head-to-head clash between President Biden and former President Trump in two weeks, the stakes could not be higher for shaping the trajectory of American democracy. The political theater and personal attacks that are sadly inevitable have led to people dreading the presidential debates and feeling hopeless of the American future. However, there are ways that we can all engage in these debates to elevate the national conversation and help voters make a fully informed choice about the future they wish for their families and country.
As the devastating war in Gaza continues, immense pressures are bearing down on all sides to find a resolution. Israelis themselves remain deeply divided over the conflict's aims and acceptable endgame, while the international community grows increasingly impatient for concrete progress. Earlier today, Prime Minister Netanyahu boldly dissolved Israel's wartime Cabinet, sparking concerns over his government's ability to charter a path forward. Brad Dress from The Hill helps answer the repercussions of this decision, both in Israel and globally.
Recent conflicts in areas around the world, like the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the war between Israel and Gaza, have strained the system of global humanitarian aid. Long running conflicts combined with the wars in Ukraine and Israel have displaced a record number of people, creating refugee crises all over the world. However the aid that is sent in is not distributed evenly. What does the situation look like for refugees and what is the best way forward? Jess Craig from Future Perfect joins the show to explain what is going on.
The news never stops in the Middle East these days. Now a vital shipping lane in the Red Sea is constantly being targeted by attacks from the Houthi terrorist group in Yemen, threatening not only global shipping, but humanitarian aid headed towards Gaza. Although the conflict is not catching headlines, attacks on shipping vessels that have nothing to do with the conflict in Gaza have continued and our Navy is engaged in a level of engagement that we have not seen for a long time against insurgent Houthi terrorists.
In an era of deep divisions and heated rhetoric, the role of fostering unity and understanding could lie in the nation's highest court. While impartiality and strict interpretation of the law remain critical, the Supreme Court also bears a profound responsibility as an influential civic institution. Asma Uddin, an attorney and author, argues that by building bridges between ideological divides and demonstrating its commitment to equal human dignity, the justices have an opportunity to be a unifying force to shape a more just and cohesive society for all Americans. How can we as citizens encourage such a responsibility and how should it change the way we view the Supreme Court?
Finish the week by looking past Friday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! Matthew Petti helps answer the question, “What do the Palestinian people really want?”. See the crucial importance of engaged fathers with Dr. Jason Carroll. Niall Stanage reports on the growing crisis on Israel’s border against Hezbollah and its implications. A new segment, Crucial Conversations with Joseph Grenny and Boyd Matheson, digs into how people need to speak out rather than letting your emotions lead to hurtful actions and More!
We always stress the importance of having more crucial conversations about issues on this show. Starting today, and moving forward on Fridays, Boyd is going to try to provide a template for having crucial conversations that will encourage others to follow. It will take most of us outside of our comfort zone, but that is part of the point of doing this. Being able to reach out and engage with someone on a real issue, be able to really listen, and articulate our own views is essential to moving forward on the many issues and challenges facing us as a nation.
Today, Joseph Grenny from Crucial Conversations joins Boyd to talk about how the choice is not between talking about it and staying silent, it is between talking and acting it out.
Father's Day serves as a poignant reminder of the profound impact fathers have on shaping lives, imparting invaluable wisdom, and instilling the core values that form the bedrock of society. From the unconditional love and guidance they provide to the insufferable dad jokes given, fathers play an irreplaceable role in nurturing the hopes and dreams of future generations. We should all pause to honor the unwavering commitment, sacrifices, and enduring legacies of dads and bonus dads everywhere, recognizing their immeasurable contributions to bettering the lives within their homes.
As pressure continues for a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, the stakes are reaching new heights in the effort to cool flaming tensions in the Middle East. Israel's war in Gaza is not the only conflict that is brewing. Niall Stanage from The Hill joins Boyd to discuss how a war on Israel's northern border with the terror group Hezbollah could embroil the broader region into war, and bring Iran into direct conflict with Israel. That is something America cannot afford to let happen.
As we celebrate Flag Day, a sense of patriotism reminds us of the enduring ideals and sacrifices that have shaped our nation's journey. This annual commemoration offers an opportunity to reflect on the symbolic power of the Stars and Stripes, an iconic emblem that has rallied generations of Americans. Woven into the fabric of our collective identity, the flag stands as a testament to the resilience and diversity that define the American experience. On this day, we honor not just a piece of cloth, but the unwavering principles and shared dreams that it so nobly represents.
As we approach Father's Day, it is an opportune moment to reflect on the profound and multifaceted role that fathers play in the lives of their children. From fostering independence and emotional resilience to shaping cognitive abilities and instilling a sense of discipline, engaged fathers impart a unique blend of guidance and support that profoundly shapes the trajectory of a child's growth. As society grapples with shifting dynamics surrounding family formation and adulthood, renewing our appreciation for the irreplaceable impact of fatherhood has perhaps never been more crucial. Dr. Jason Carroll from the Wheatley Institute joins the show.
It is time for another segment looking deeper into the presidential politics for the upcoming 2024 election. The campaigns are dealing with challenges and opportunities on multiple fronts, as the first presidential debate is just around the corner. From RFK Jr. still trying to get on all 50 states ballots to former President Trump’s visit to Capitol Hill yesterday, a lot has been happening with our candidates. How should we make sense of all this and how will it affect this year’s elections? Boyd digs into the topic.
As peace efforts and proposed solutions abound, it is imperative that we listen to the voices of Palestinians themselves, whose aspirations and grievances have often been overshadowed or misrepresented. Matthew Petti from Reason shares that the latest polling data from the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research offers a rare glimpse into the sentiments and priorities of the Palestinian public, challenging preconceived notions in the news headlines. It is another example that we need to dig deeper and see past the personal agendas to look at the facts. As we do, we might just be able to pave the way for a more just and lasting resolution in the Middle East, one that genuinely addresses the hopes and concerns of all those affected by this enduring conflict.
Join Boyd as he digs into the news of Thursday. Boyd breaks down what happened at the G-7 summit as Biden signs a historic security agreement with Ukraine. Kelsey Dallas breaks down the current Supreme Court cases and what is in the docket. President Camille Johnson and Sister Kristen Yee break down the announcement of one of the largest donations made by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Reinvigorate the importance of learning history with Dr. John Kenneth White. Scott Howell shares what is happening in the Utah Democratic party with the elections and VP Kamala Harris visiting Utah soon and More!
History is more than just words, it shapes society. However, in today’s world, far too often we cannot turn to memes and snarky remarks in the digital sphere to learn our history. But we need to do better than that. We need rigorous courses in our schooling to be well rounded in our knowledge. We need to instill in ourselves the value of history and not take it for granted. If you do not understand history, your ability to create a better future diminishes. And we need everyone to create a bright future for ourselves and the future generations.
President Camille Johnson and Sister Kristen Yee join Boyd to talk about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’s Relief Society Presidency. They discuss the announcement that the Church of Jesus Christ is making a $55.8 million contribution that will go towards expanding global efforts to improve the health and well-being of women and children. The donation is seen as an investment in the future and is hoping to bless the lives of millions throughout the world on an individual level.
G-7 Leaders from across Europe, and the Prime Minister of Japan, gathered in Italy today, and this gathering comes at a turning point for the future of Europe. As the Russian war continues against Ukraine, supporting this war-torn country and our ally was the top agenda item discussed at this gathering. Our President and the President of Ukraine, Volodomyr Zelenskyy signed a historic joint security agreement, with the aim of ending the stalemate on the battlefield, and rebuilding Ukraine when this war is over.
The political landscape of Utah has long been shaped by a diversity of voices and perspectives. Today, we turn our attention to the Utah Democratic Party. With a rich history deeply rooted in the principles of equality, justice, and compassion, the party continues to be a driving force for positive change within our communities. How is the Democratic Party looking in Utah's election cycle? What are the similarities between the local and national messaging of the Democratic Party? What should we expect with VP Kamala Harris' visit to Utah coming up? Scott Howell joins the show to answer all the questions about the UDP.
The headlines today are covering the latest rulings on cases brought before the Supreme Court. And several rulings may come as a surprise to some, however not to our audience as we've covered more of the nuances and reality of the current makeup of the court. These cases have big implications from abortion access to labor rights. Kelsey Dallas from Deseret News joins the show to share what you need to know.
The study of history shapes our understanding of the world and ourselves. However, there are concerted efforts by some to distort and rewrite American history through a revisionist lens. Dr. John Kenneth White provides analysis of this troubling trend and how it threatens to whitewash uncomfortable truths and perpetuate a narrative that does a disservice to historical accuracy. As citizens, we have a responsibility to vigilantly safeguard the integrity of our nation's complex and nuanced history from those who would manipulate it for their own agendas. Because if we do not, then those legacies and lessons will be lost in future generations.
In the heart of Utah's political landscape, the race for the 3rd Congressional District took center stage last night. With incumbent Rep. John Curtis' legacy on energy policy serving as a unifying thread, the contenders showcased their unique perspectives on critical issues while underscoring a shared commitment to progressive ideals. This debate provided a valuable platform for constructive discourse and a glimpse into the visions of those vying to shape Utah's future on the national stage, which can give us all pause on what we see in Utah's future and which candidate can help us get there.
Delve beneath the Wednesday headlines with Boyd Matheson! Rachel Ferguson joins the show to talk about culture “reactionaryism” and what happens when we politicize religion. Dig into the consequences of our culture’s bashing of boys and men with Andrew Reiner. Jonah Goldberg answers the question of what is in an identity? Learn more about the failed ceasefire deal in the Middle East, get a sneak peak into the Congressional baseball game tonight and More!
A common theme of this show that we often speak on is the problems that occur when we deify our politics, and politicize our religion and sacred spaces. Dr. Rachel Ferguson joins the show to talk with Boyd about this vitally important topic. It's not just crucial for believers, but the health of the entire nation as well. America is a religious country, and the more we can separate our religious belief and practice from day to day culture war issues, the healthier we will be as a nation.
Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) joins the show to discuss tonight’s baseball game that members of Congress will play in to raise money for a foundation called Congressional Sports for Charity. Rep. Moore goes into the details of the preparations being made by him and others participating as well as what he is looking forward to tonight.
Progressives often champion ideals of autonomy, empowerment, and social justice, but the data shows a growing hesitancy among young, secular, and politically liberal individuals when it comes to the prospects of parenthood. Anastasia Berg and Rachel Wiseman point out that this dilemma raises profound questions about the interplay between personal fulfillment, societal pressures, and deeply held values. How can we have conversations that transcend partisan divides, allowing us to reclaim the joys and responsibilities of raising the next generation?
In an era of heightened awareness surrounding gender dynamics, a disturbing trend has emerged that warrants thoughtful examination. A growing lack of empathy towards boys and men, fueled by negative perceptions and sweeping generalizations, threatens to perpetuate harmful biases and rob an entire gender of their humanity. Andrew Reiner sheds a light on this situation and how it should cause us to look in the mirror and see if we are playing into this narrative of stereotyping and the harm it can do to the men around us.
International pressure is mounting on Israel as this terrible war drags on, and more people suffer. The announcement that President Biden gave laid out a multi-phase plan that would end with a full exchange of remaining hostages and a withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. This plan, though still on the table of discussion, is being stalled, as Hamas is insisting on numerous changes before it accepts it, including provisions it had already agreed to in past negotiations. Egypt, America, and Qatar are all diplomatic players trying to do the heavy lifting of diplomacy and prevent this war from continuing, and even spreading to Lebanon and other places in the region. Where does the blame truly lie for the suffering that we see in Israel and Gaza and where can things go from here?
Dig into Tuesday’s news with Boyd Matheson! Learn how we can prevent a kakistocracy by not rewarding bad behavior in politics. Boyd unpacks the Hunter Biden verdict from today and how it highlights the strength that comes from messy families. With the Utah debates in full force, understand what you should be looking for and More!
As the Utah debates start back up today, Boyd walks through what we should all be looking for so we can be informed voters. We should all listen past the soundbites and see how much these candidates actually know about an issue. If someone can speak past their talking points and be specific in the policies and processes, we can have a better indication of who these people are. We want political courage from our representatives but we rarely ask them questions that invoke that virtue. Looking towards this debate, we should be literate in seeing past the noise and ask more from those trying to represent us.
Earlier this morning, the verdict was announced in the trial of Hunter Biden and he was pronounced guilty of all 3 counts leveled against him, which marks the first time a child of a sitting president has been found guilty of a crime in American history. No matter your political ideology, this is a hard day, especially for the Biden family and we need to have compassion towards them. The justice system will serve justice but that should not prevent us from having empathy towards how addiction can affect a family. In the messiness of families, the public eye can amplify the chaos but also strengthen the familial bonds - and messy families are the secret sauce to how America has gotten to where it is today.
From snubs to jabs, bad behavior in politics shows us that we need good men and women in government. However the current political culture discourages the good people we need from engaging in American politics. In order for us to get those people who will create positive momentum in policy, we need to denounce the bad behavior by not providing it the oxygen to continue in our political sphere. Punishing negative action can prevent a kakistocracy from forming and allow big ideas to emerge, creating a flourishing democracy all of us desire.
Join Boyd in delving into Monday’s headlines! Josh Good joins to talk about how the media can better cover religious topics and how that affects every single one of us. Mayor Jenny Wilson shares what is happening in Salt Lake county and her platform. Boyd provides insight of the 2024 Utah debates that are currently happening and digs into the latest happening in the Middle East and More!
There are going to be a string of debates in quick succession as Utahns decide who our elected representatives will be this upcoming election. In many ways, these debates are more important than national presidential or vice presidential debates, as the positions advocated for by these candidates will directly affect policy in Utah. Boyd breaks down the method for things to watch for carefully as these debates unfold.
The 2024 Utah election cycle is upon us. As ballots have been mailed out last week, all of the candidates are pumping the gas on getting their platforms in the spotlight for all to see. One of those candidates is the incumbent mayor of Salt Lake County, Jenny Wilson, who joins the show today to discuss what is currently happening in her county and what she is looking forward to in this year's elections.
In news coming out of Israel, citizens celebrated a victory as 4 hostages were rescued alive in an operation in Gaza, returning them to their families. But that military victory was also met with a political problem for Prime Minister Netanyahu, as a key member of his cabinet, Benny Gantz, has resigned from his position. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is pushing for the latest ceasefire proposal, and Antony Blinken is on his latest trip to the middle east for diplomacy. Join Boyd to discuss the latest on the Middle East front.
When you read articles and see headlines relating to the topic of religion, most often it seems these days it relates to whatever the politics of the day happens to be. This doesn't help us in the mission of this show to move away from the deification of our politics, and de-politicize our sacred spaces - and we aren't alone in doing this work. Josh Good from EPPC's Faith Angle Forum shares what they are doing over there to remedy the situation. What can media figures, journalists, and citizens, think again about when talking about religion in America? Josh and Boyd dig into the situation.
Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas, KSL legal analyst, fill in for Boyd Matheson this Friday afternoon. Erin Wynn joins the show to share the latest updates about the Martha Hughes Cannon statue that is heading to Washington DC. With the Utah debates coming next week, Ed Allen shares what Utahns should expect. The May jobs report has been released and Jeff Cox crunches the numbers for the show. Rep. Tyler Clancy weighs in on Utah homelessness and finding the balance between compassion and accountability and More!
The Supreme Court justices' annual financial disclosures have once again captured public attention, offering a glimpse into their lives beyond the nation's highest court. The Court's newly adopted ethics code aims to instill confidence in the impartiality of its members, even as questions persist about its enforceability. Amidst the scrutiny, is Clarence Thomas who has acknowledged taking luxury trips that were paid for by Texas billionaire Harlan Crow. With great power comes great responsibility, and the justices' disclosures serve as a crucial accountability measure, ensuring their conduct remains above reproach.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
It is the time for Utahns to shift their focus to who they want to be running the Utah offices. Erin Rider is one of the candidates looking to fill the Salt Lake County Mayor position. Erin joins the show today to talk about her platform and what she is hoping to accomplish if she is elected.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
As Utahns prepare to make their voices heard at the ballot box, the upcoming debates promise to shed valuable light on where the candidates stand on the pressing issues facing the state. Ed Allen from the Utah Debate Commission voices that the debates serve as a cornerstone of the democratic process, empowering citizens to make informed decisions. For both candidates and constituents alike, the stage is set for a riveting showcase of the principles and priorities that will shape Utah's future.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
The highly-anticipated trial of Hunter Biden has captured national attention, thrusting the President's son into the legal spotlight. This case carries profound implications not just for the defendant, but for the Biden family and the nation as a whole. With impartiality and fairness as guiding principles, the proceedings will undoubtedly be scrutinized through a critical lens, serving as a test for the integrity of the justice system itself. Regardless of the outcome, this trial promises to leave an indelible mark on the American political landscape.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
The path out of homelessness requires immense courage and resolve to rebuild one's life. Law enforcement and social service providers are joining forces to establish drug-free zones around resource centers, aiming to create an environment conducive to recovery. Rep. Tyler Clancy (R-UT) shares his role in the fight against homelessness and how by proactively addressing the threats posed by drug dealing and criminal activity, Utah hopes to foster a sense of security that encourages individuals to take that first courageous step toward reclaiming their lives. With empathy and determination, this collaborative effort represents a vital step in breaking the cyclical nature of homelessness.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
The latest employment figures have painted an encouraging picture of the nation's economic landscape, offering a glimmer of hope amidst lingering uncertainties. With job gains surpassing expectations, Jeff Cox from CNBC crunches the numbers and shares that the data signals a resilient labor market that continues to defy forecasts of a significant downturn. However, beneath the surface, nuanced trends emerge, highlighting both areas of strength and potential vulnerabilities that warrant careful analysis.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
Moments of anger on the road can have devastating consequences that ripple through families and communities. A recent tragic incident in Utah has shed light on the perils of aggressive driving, leaving loved ones grappling with profound loss. Lois Collins from Deseret News talks about the urgency to learn how to control our emotions while driving. As we navigate our busy lives, it serves as a sobering reminder of the utmost importance of keeping our emotions in check behind the wheel.
*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas
One of the great suffragettes in our state's history has long been honored with a statue at our state Capitol. I'm talking of course about Martha Hughes Cannon. Now, that statue is leaving Utah, and headed for a new home in our nation's Capital. Erin Wynn from the Martha Hughes Cannon Statue Oversight Committee joins to talk about the legacy of Martha Hughes Cannon, and how her work and other great women in our history still reverberates today as well as the latest updates on where the statue is on its journey to Washington.
Rep. Celeste Maloy and Rep. Jim Jordan join Boyd on the show today. Rep Maloy’s bill is crucial to get passed to re-authorize the RICA program to get rid of the uncertainty for those affected with radiation exposure of what the future holds for them. Both representatives also share their opinions about Biden’s executive action and the mess that needs to be fixed on the border.
With the highly anticipated verdict now rendered, it is time for our nation to collectively turn the page and refocus our attention on the pressing issues that will shape America's future. Mike Rawlings from No Labels argues that while this legal dramatics has commanded the spotlight, it has also served as an unwelcome distraction from the substantive policy debates and solutions that millions of voters are eagerly awaiting. As we move forward, both campaigns and the media bear a responsibility to steer the discourse back towards what will ultimately determine the trajectory of our country.
In an era marked by shifting societal values and a growing curiosity for purpose, the role of faith-based higher education has taken center stage. Gathering at the inaugural conference of the American Council on Education's Commission on Faith-based Universities, esteemed leaders from diverse religious backgrounds united to underscore the enduring relevance of integrating spirituality with secular learning. Elder Clark Gilbert from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints shares his experiences at the conference and the implications that it can bring. With a shared conviction that faith can provide existential meaning and moral guidance, these educators aim to foster environments where intellectual curiosity coexists with spiritual exploration, nurturing generations of students hungry for purposeful lives. Religious universities stand to revitalize the essence of holistic education, providing academic pursuits with a depth and richness that cannot be replicated.
Utah elections are upon us in full force and we all have a civic duty to go out and vote. Mike Carey is one of the candidates running for the Salt Lake County Council and joins the show today. How is Utah measuring up on key issues like fiscal responsibility and economic development? And what can we do to guarantee a bright future for the state that we all love?
Small businesses across America are facing a labor crisis that threatens their growth and survival. Despite their best efforts to hire locally, many are forced to turn to temporary foreign workers through the H-2B visa program just to meet basic staffing needs. However, this vital lifeline is severely restricted by outdated regulations and caps that fail to reflect the realities of today's labor market. As a result, entrepreneurs who follow the rules are punished and often find themselves at a disadvantage, unable to access the workforce required to operate at full capacity and capitalize on new opportunities. Fiona Harrigan from Reason and Boyd discuss what can be done to protect our small businesses.
As the stark divide between elite private universities and public institutions continues to widen, a growing chorus of voices is questioning the fairness of the substantial tax benefits enjoyed by schools with endowments. Mark Schneider from the Institute of Education Sciences proposes that by exploring innovative taxation models, we have the potential to forge a more equitable higher education landscape – one that empowers individuals and strengthens communities. Now is the time to engage in thoughtful discourse, centered on a shared commitment to realizing the potential higher education has to make some real change in our society.
80 years ago today, one of the largest, most ambitious, and most successful military campaigns in human history was launched. D-Day marked an unprecedented invasion operation of allied forces onto the beaches of Normandy, with the aim of liberating occupied France and defeating the German army that had taken over much of Europe. And, to the benefit of everyone who has lived since that day, they were successful. And today we honor the soldiers who fought, died, and those few who still remain, and thank them for their singularly heroic efforts.
Join Boyd Matheson in seeing past Wednesday's headlines. Sarah Isgur joins the show to shed light on the Supreme Court and its current makeup. See what is happening in Congress following President Biden’s executive order, according to Rep. John Curtis.Gain insight on RFK Jr. 's gaining popularity with David Drucker. John Dougal joins Boyd to talk about how ballots for Utah’s Congressional election have gone out and shares more about his platform and More!
Boyd walks listeners through President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s D-Day address and how he led the country through prayer. In the prayer, Roosevelt urged American citizens to fight to end conquest and to keep praying with the long days ahead. We can follow suit and keep the light of America bright, just as it was 80 years ago in 1944 when Allied forces invaded Normandy to defeat the German army.
As election ballots have gone out today, Utahns will have big decisions to make about who we want to lead, beyond just the choices for President. Congressional candidate for District 3, John Dougal, shares more about his platform and his “big ideas” for helping America. Boyd and John talk about what true leadership is like, especially when it comes to fiscal matters and John’s expertise with numbers, something that politicians can feel uncomfortable with.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s unconventional presidential campaign is shaking up the 2024 race with its passionate grassroots following and controversial stances. While critics dismiss Kennedy, his ability to draw diverse crowds across the country suggests he has tapped into a wellspring of discontent with the current political parties. As an heir to American political royalty, Kennedy commands attention - but it remains to be seen whether his campaign can truly upend the presidential contest. David Drucker from The Dispatch reports on how Kennedy is stirring the pot of national discourse and cannot be ignored.
In today's digital landscape, the rise of TikTok has sparked a whirlwind of concerns and debates around its potential impact on politics and public discourse. As millions of young Americans immerse themselves in the app, experts and policymakers alike are grappling with the app's ability to shape political views, fuel polarization, and spread misinformation. Others would say that Tik Tok’s also presents an intriguing new frontier for political engagement and civic participation among the youth. Christian Paz from Vox shares how TikTok will play a role in this upcoming election season?
In a pivotal move, Harvard University is discontinuing its requirement for faculty candidates to submit diversity, inclusion, and belonging statements during the hiring process. While proponents argue these statements foster vital discussions around equity, critics contend they risk compelling adherence to specific viewpoints and stifling intellectual diversity. As an academia trendsetter, Harvard's reversal could be the catalyst to broader changes across academia regarding the delicate balance between promoting pluralism and safeguarding scholarly discourse. Emma Camp from Reason joins Boyd to discuss what is to come for the academia and political relationship.
Rep. John Curtis provides insight into the Congressional reactions following President Biden’s executive action. He shares what is on the docket for Congress responding to the border. Boyd and Rep. Curtis talk about Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, and her role in all of this. We need to make these policies more clear and confident moving forward so we can act in compassion and address concerns right as we see them.
We often talk about the Supreme Court on this show, because it's worth cutting through the political noise and learning a bit more about America's highest court. Sarah Isgur has crunched the numbers that shows that the current makeup of the Court is especially interesting! If you're only looking at the court as a liberal conservative spectrum, of 6 conservatives and 3 liberals, you're only looking at things through a political lens, and not an accurate one. It may be better to view the court as a 3-3-3 court, rather than a 6-3 court. Sarah Isgur from the Dispatch joins the show.
Dig into Tuesday’s news with Boyd Matheson! Congress is setting itself up for a fiscal mess for next year and Caitlin Emma reports on it. Rediscover the value of civic virtue with Lisa Halverson. Join the discussion with Kevin Kosar that the government can be more effective if they do less. Delve into the grievance culture in American sports with Jerry Brewer and More!
To wrap up the day, Boyd comments on Biden’s executive action that was announced earlier today. This is good for Biden politically but the move has been deemed a “sad day” by his own political party. Now it is up to Congress to do it the right way, which will create more humanity and a concrete path moving forward when it comes to border policy.
Once hailed as a unifier capable of bridging divides, the world of sports now finds itself mired in the same toxic polarization afflicting society. From the stadiums to the diamonds, the delicate balance between healthy civic pride and destructive tribalism has shattered. However, athletics may represent an opportunity to model civil discourse and rekindle our shared values. Jerry Brewer from The Washington Post shares that by confronting harsh realities with open minds, perhaps the games can reclaim their power to inspire human connection across boundaries.
At the heart of the American experiment lies the powerful idea that a free society depends not just on institutions, but on the character of its people. The Founders recognized that cultivating virtues like courage, integrity, and an embrace of the common good was essential for self-governance to thrive. Yet as partisan spite and a lack of civic commitment threaten to erode our democratic foundation, we must urgently renew civic virtue. By putting the national interest first, we can reignite the unifying spirit that allows diverse communities to pursue liberty and justice for all. Lisa Halverson from Utah Valley University’s Center for Constitutional Studies joins the show.
Last Friday, we covered the announcement given by President Biden as he gave the latest path to peace and a ceasefire in the devastating war between Israel and Hamas. This plan included multiple phases of negotiation and hostage exchange, and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. However, Israel and Hamas had differing views of this deal, neither showing that they are close to adopting the road to de-escalation. So, is the deal dead? What is the latest we need to know about the ongoing war? Robert Sherman from NewsNation joins Boyd to talk about the situation.
Our vibrant democracy was designed to allow the voices of the people to influence their government's actions. Yet a problem has taken root - the gradual breakdown of bureaucracy from the relentless demands of special interests. As programs, regulations, and policies accumulate unchecked, they drain resources, stifle innovation, and erode public trust. Kevin Kosar digs into the issue that, if left unaddressed, will threaten to render the government overwhelmed and rigid, unable to nimbly confront the complex challenges facing our nation.
Congress is currently setting itself up for a big collision over fiscal priorities next year. And the more agenda items they put off and punt to next year, the worse it's going to be. Caitlin Emma from POLITICO discusses the heated election season and that politics are often taking precedence over smart policy. We may see more dysfunction next year as big questions remain over the debt ceiling limit and many other funding priorities.
The President has announced a new executive action regarding immigration, particularly surrounding the issue of seeking asylum at the southern border. This action comes after the latest failed effort to get a border bill through Congress. This executive order will severely limit the number of people eligible to seek asylum, and give authority to close the border entirely if too many people are crossing. But is this action meant to make a real impact to solve our ongoing problems in our immigration system? Or is this the latest attempt to play politics?
Join Boyd Matheson in delving into Monday’s news. Over the weekend, many people weighed in on the New York trial against Donald Trump. Megan McArdle and Boyd discuss what is to come and sift through the headline noise. Learn about the concerns of AI’s impact on this year’s elections with Nick Robertson. Col. Jonathan Sweet weighs in on America’s expanded support of Ukraine. A new election reform called the “Final Four” is gaining traction and Russell Berman discusses how it might change the way we do elections moving forward and More!
Boyd finishes today’s show by recounting a story from Ted Gioia’s podcast episode on “How I Write” about a saxophonist. We need to keep exploring and growing in our creativity in all aspects of our lives. While mastery and recall is important, we need to not repeat everything each day because we are inhibiting other aspects of our learning. The great leaders and innovators of our world are always learning and trying new approaches, and we can take a page out of their books to apply personally. Let’s all embrace being in a constant state of learning and staying radically curious.
Yesterday, the largest election ever took place in the country of Mexico. They elected their new President Claudia Sheinbaum, who will be not only the first female president elected in Mexico, but in all of North America. So who is President Sheinbaum, and what opportunities and challenges await her presidency? Tara Sonenshine from Tufts University joins the show to discuss what is happening across the border.
As artificial intelligence capabilities improve, a disturbing new threat has emerged that could undermine the integrity of elections and sabotage voter confidence. Sophisticated AI tools can now create stunningly realistic reproductions of politicians' voices, allowing misinformation and disinformation to be disseminated easier. Though this troubling technology is still emerging, bad actors have already exploited AI voice mimicking during the 2024 election cycle to mislead and suppress voters. Nick Robertson helps answer what action can be taken to develop guardrails that protect our elections and how new technology will change the electoral landscape moving forward?
As police departments find new ways to innovate and better deal with the myriad of challenges inherent to doing a difficult job, the use of unmanned drones are becoming more common. In Colorado, a pilot program is being discussed that could use drones to answer certain 911 calls instead of sending an actual policeman. Joe Lancaster shares that there are merits to relying more on drones for certain tasks however it also raises a lot of questions and constitutional limits. If, in the future, police drones patrolling the skies above our cities become commonplace, are we really living in a free and open society?
As political polarization intensifies, a new election reform has taken root in Alaska. The "Final Four" system advances the top four candidates to a general election decided by ranked choice voting, no matter their political party. The new system that removes party primaries is celebrated by supporters for its potential to reshape politics, while critics view it as a subversive scheme by wealthy interests to diminish the major parties. Russell Berman voices that with several states considering Final Four ballot initiatives this year, the nation may soon witness the widespread restructuring of how Americans select their leaders.
The Biden administration is expanding its support for Ukrainian military efforts to turn the tide of the war against Russia. In a change of policy, U.S. supplied weapons will be used in targeted strikes inside of Russian territory. However, as this war drags into another summer and Ukraine is dwindling in manpower in this war of attrition, will this move be enough to change the equation on the battlefield? Retired Army Colonel Jonathan Sweet weighs in on the ever changing situation and what this could mean for America.
In the aftermath of the guilty verdict of Donald Trump in the New York trial, we've heard reactions coming from every side. Many are exactly the partisan reactions we've come to expect, as politicians and pundits pander to their respective audience. But if you sift through the noise and dig deeper, there's some better analysis on this unprecedented decision that can get us to think again. Megan McArdle from the Washington Post joins Boyd to see beyond the headlines.
Dig into Friday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! Today, Boyd reports on President Biden’s press conference announcing a new Israel ceasefire plan. Emma Camp covers the new policy by Harvard University on its political neutrality. Learn how to protect the religiously sacred places in America with Bob Jaeger. Michael Warren weighs in what is to come now that Trump is convicted. With new policies trying to loosen drug regulation, Kevin Sabet shares the concerns between drug addiction and mental health and More!
Mental health and substance abuse are deeply intertwined crises impacting millions of Americans. Those struggling with mental illness are at significantly higher risk of developing substance use disorders, while drug and alcohol use can trigger or exacerbate psychiatric conditions. During Mental Health Awareness Month and at a time where drug policies are trying to be loosened, it is crucial that we shine a light on this damaging relationship and the urgent need for comprehensive treatment approaches. Kevin Sabet highlights that by increasing access to care that addresses the root causes of both substance abuse and mental illness, we can help more individuals reclaim their lives and well-being.
There has been a flurry of news this week that really does matter and make a difference in our lives. However, we are so content in just scraping the surface of things when we really need to be remembering our civic virtues. President Biden’s speech about the ceasefire plans, a historic deal, was overshadowed by his remarks of Trump’s conviction of yesterday. It was a massive loss by the president. We cannot get distracted by the clickbait so much that we forget to have the real conversations that will make the change we need in the world.
The criminal conviction of former President Donald Trump marks an unprecedented moment in American history. While the nation grapples with the reality of the former president being found guilty of felonies, pivotal questions loom regarding the implications for Trump's presidential campaign and the integrity of the electoral process itself. What comes next for Trump's campaign? How does this affect the American people? Michael Warren from The Dispatch joins Boyd to discuss what the future holds with Trump’s legal issues.
Earlier today President Biden gave a press conference announcing the latest effort to end the war raging in Gaza, and return all remaining hostages to their families. The proposed ceasefire plan he announced, led by Israel, could end the devastating war and has the potential to reshape the direction of the Middle East. It's a big deal, and the chance for a more peaceful future is here.
For decades, the world enjoyed economic growth fueled by an open and interdependent trade system. Yet dark clouds now gather on the horizon, as deglobalization sentiments take root in the United States. If America loses its conviction to promote free trade and globalization, the consequences could ripple across the globe, according to Desmond Lachman from the American Enterprise Institute. We must find a way to preserve the economic windfall of open markets while addressing legitimate grievances within a rules-based framework.
In a move aimed at safeguarding free expression and open discourse, Harvard University has taken the monumental step of adopting a formal policy of ideological neutrality regarding political and societal issues. This pivotal decision follows months of roiling campus protests sparked by the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, underscoring the intense pressures universities face to take sides on virtually every controversy. Emma Camp from Reason comments on the announcement and shares that by resisting demands to issue official statements beyond matters core to its educational mission, Harvard has drawn a firm line in the sand. With this bold stance, the institution has positioned itself to preserve the free and unconstrained pursuit of knowledge.
Sacred places have graced our urban landscapes for generations as reminders of our shared human journey. However, many of these historic churches, synagogues, and mosques now face an existential crisis: their very existence is being threatened by dwindling membership rolls and crumbling infrastructures.Bob Jaeger from Partners for Sacred Places shares that the potential loss of these hallowed spaces would leave a void in communities already grappling with challenges. It is a call to action that transcends religious affiliations, imploring us to join forces and safeguard these treasured institutions.
The historic conviction of former President Donald Trump has further inflamed the nation's political divide. The trial exposed the raw animosity between those who still support Trump and those who oppose him. Yet, this pivotal moment demands sober reflection on how to begin bridging the toxic gulf between fellow citizens. With wisdom and empathy from all sides, perhaps there is still hope for reinstilling a shared sense of national identity and purpose as we look forward to this year's presidential election.
Delve into Thursday’s news with Boyd Matheson! See what the research is saying about college’s value to the public with Richard Fry. Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson joins Boyd to talk about the Martha Hughes Cannon Statue’s move to Washington DC. Dive into your financial privacy with Nicholas Anthony. Stay up to date on the Ukraine front and the war efforts there against Russia as Michael Birnbaum delivers the latest and More!
Throughout history, pioneers who dared to challenge the status quo and fight for equality have helped create a more just society. Among these trailblazers stands Martha Hughes Cannon, Utah's first female state senator and a relentless champion for women's suffrage. Lt. Gov. Diedre discusses the iconic statue’s preparation to make its journey from the Utah State Capitol to Washington D.C.. We are reminded of the enduring power of courageous leadership and the profound impact one woman can have in shaping the course of a nation. This momentous occasion not only celebrates Cannon's remarkable legacy but also serves as an inspiration for future generations to fearlessly pursue progress and uphold the democratic ideals she so valiantly embodied.
As Ukraine mounts a defense against Russia's invasion, rifts have begun to surface between Kyiv and its Western allies over the path forward. Disagreements range from the tactical use of donated weapons to deeper strategic divides on issues like corruption and NATO membership. With tensions intensifying amid mounting battlefield setbacks, it is crucial that strong lines of communication remain open to align priorities and present a unified front. Michael Birnbaum from The Washington Post joins Boyd to discuss the latest.
In an era where data is currency, safeguarding your personal and financial information has never been more critical. While we've been conditioned to create robust passwords and implement basic privacy measures, disturbing revelations have come to light about the extent of financial surveillance impacting all citizens. Nicholas Anthony from the Cato Institute shares that as governmental policies have quietly opened the door to unprecedented monitoring, it's imperative we educate ourselves on this complex issue. With your privacy and security at stake, understanding the realities of financial surveillance is the first step toward protecting what matters most.
For many young Americans, the pathway to professional success has become less clearly defined. While a four-year university degree was once seen as a prerequisite for a prosperous career, recent data analyzed by Pew Research Center suggests an intriguing shift is taking place. Their research reveals that economic outcomes are improving for young workers without bachelor's degrees, challenging long-held assumptions. Parents and kids are weighing the value of a college education, and whatever they choose will impact their lives. What should we be aiming for? What can our institutions achieve when given the right incentives?
Boyd talks with AEI scholar Michael Strain about the myths surrounding the perceived decline of the American Dream. And an ambassador to Kenya is bringing a different approach to diplomacy that is leading a lot of conversations in Washington. Don't miss out on Inside Sources!
Boyd talks about the path of populism and grievance that has convinced too many of America's inevitable decline. Nothing is inevitable, and betting against America is never a good bet. But it starts with us, and it starts with accountability for our elected leaders.
Dive into Tuesday’s news with Boyd Matheson! Leigh Ann Caldwell weighs into the impact that home and rent prices will have on this year’s election. Dig into how Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, faces a dismal political future with their elections with Kyle Duggan. Learn about the challenges in the appropriations process for the GOP as Aris Folley discusses the situation and More!
As we look towards the elections, we need to ask the right questions. We cannot let the sensationalism of politics fool us into not creating the future we want. A growing society should be every politician’s objective, and that might not be when they are in office. We all need to look toward the future rather than focusing on our present political agendas. Let’s all get past the “short term - itis” and have a hard look at the reality of our current situation to find the solutions for future generations.
The annual appropriations process is a critical exercise in democratic governance, where elected representatives must carefully balance competing priorities and make difficult decisions about how to allocate limited resources. Despite its importance, the process is often mired in political gridlock and partisan bickering, frustrating lawmakers and citizens alike. This year's appropriations cycle is shaping up to be particularly contentious, with intra party divisions among Republicans and sharp disagreements with Democrats over funding levels and policy riders. Aris Folley from The Hill highlights that resolving these thorny issues will require compromise, open and honest dialogue, and a commitment to putting the needs of the nation above partisan interests.
The once-soaring political leader, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has taken a concerning nosedive, with the leader now facing downcast approval ratings and an electorate increasingly disillusioned with his leadership. As he stares down the stark reality of trailing his main rival by double digits with a looming election on the horizon, Trudeau faces a daunting uphill climb to recapture votes. With the high-stakes battle for Canada's political future intensifying, Trudeau must urgently rekindle his fading popularity to avoid an unceremonious ousting from power. Kyle Duggan from POLITICO joins Boyd to discuss Trudeau’s situation and Canada’s political future.
Boyd discusses what is happening in the White House Briefing Room and the conversations surrounding the latest news. John Kirby is a calming presence for the Biden administration and handles reporting the devastating events that happened in Rafah this weekend, resulting in 45 deaths. Kirby condemns the actions that Netanyahu has labeled as a “tragic mishap” and pushes back against journalistic media games. Both the media and the administrative representatives need to work together to get to the core truths of the situation and to change the conversations that are coming out of the White House Briefing Room.
While very real economic challenges persist, the data reveals a resilient nation where hard work continues to pave the path to upward mobility and an improving quality of life for workers across income levels. Rather than resigning to fatalism, now is the time to renew our national commitment to advancing economic opportunity through pragmatic policies that build skills and support working families. With clear-eyed optimism, we can reaffirm the enduring promise of the American Dream for a new era.
One of the greatest current economic challenges facing America today centers around housing. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, housing and rent costs went up, and supply chains were severely disrupted, which lowered the supply of available housing all across the country. Leigh Ann Caldwell from the Washington Post weighs into the concern and shares how housing is almost inherently tied to our vision of the American Dream. With more and more Americans feeling further away from access to housing, this issue has become a political hot button leading into the 2024 election. But what does it take to really tackle America's housing issue? A lot more than a campaign slogan.
Join Boyd in delving into Friday’s news. Hear about the public sentiment towards the upcoming presidential debates and what we should do to reinforce the traditional values with J.D. Tuccille. Rep. Burgess Owens shares new policies and hearing he has been involved in . Learn about the devalued tradition of the liberal arts in higher education with Ezekiel Emanuel. See how religion influences stronger communities as Bill Duncan and Boyd talk and More!
Boyd wraps up the show looking forward to the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. The heroic acts should not be overshadowed by Monday celebrations. It will inspire us to reflect on the principles that drive our personal lives. We can all use the Memorial Day principles to change our lives, and the lives around us. Boyd invites everyone to join the national moment of remembrance on Monday, which is the essence of what this weekend should be all about. It is only through remembering that we can begin to comprehend what those who came before did for the country they loved.
As we approach Memorial Day, we pause to honor the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. This weekend reminds us of the debt of gratitude we owe to those who laid down their lives to protect our freedoms. While words can never fully express our profound appreciation, we must endeavor to ensure their legacy lives on through our actions and unwavering commitment to upholding the values they fought so valiantly to defend.
Promoting an environment of tolerance and accessibility has been on Representative Burgess Owens' agenda. This week, he led a hearing addressing the deeply concerning rise of antisemitic incidents on several major college campuses. At the same time, Rep. Owens has secured expanded flight options to Reagan National Airport, increasing affordability and access to the nation's capital for all Americans.
At the heart of American higher education lies a longstanding tradition - the liberal arts. This broad-based approach to learning, emphasizing critical thinking, and cultivation of democratic values, has been a defining strength of our universities. Ezekiel Emanuel from University of Pennsylvania analyzes how the liberal arts have been devalued as career training and narrow specialization have taken precedence. As we contend with growing political polarization and a public discourse lacking nuance, it is vital that we rediscover and reinvigorate the liberal arts ideals that foster reasoned debate, intellectual curiosity, and cross-cultural understanding.
As the nation looks ahead to the 2024 presidential election, the highly anticipated debates between the candidates take center stage. These pivotal events offer a unique opportunity for the American people to assess the qualifications, visions, and temperaments of those vying for the nation's highest office. J.D. Tuccille from Reason Magazine shares that concerns have arisen about the structure and rules of the upcoming debates, and questions about their ability to truly serve as an evaluation of the candidates have emerged. With the immense power vested in the presidency, it is crucial that these forums facilitate substantive discourse and allow voters to make fully informed decisions about the future leadership of the country.
For over 45 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay have delighted audiences worldwide as the celebrated musical duo Afterglow. Deseret Books' first recording artists in 1984, they have released 25 total albums, including their latest "Come And See." Having performed and recorded in countries like England, Japan, and Brazil, Afterglow continues sharing their talents through new recordings, live shows, and their forthcoming podcast "Afterglow Stories and Songs." Fans can follow along, preview music, and download songs at their website, https://afterglowmusic.com/.
In an increasingly polarized world, the role of faith in public life remains a complex and oft-debated topic. However, a growing body of research reveals that religious organizations and individuals of faith contribute immensely to society through vital social services and charitable works. From providing emergency relief and caring for the vulnerable to facilitating community support networks, the positive impacts of religion ripple far beyond the confines of any house of worship. Bill Duncan from Sutherland Institute and Boyd discuss the efforts to build a more just and compassionate society, and how it is crucial to recognize and appreciate the invaluable role that faith plays in serving the greater good.
Yesterday, the President of the East African nation of Kenya, William Ruto, and Kenya's first lady Rachel Ruto, arrived in Washington D.C. for an official state visit. This is the first state visit from a leader of an African country in over 15 years. And beyond the usual pomp and congratulations among the D.C. social class that accompany these visits, this is important in many ways. Boyd makes a case for the situation and a different way for us to look at it.
Dig deep into Wednesday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson. Talk about the reverse “coattails effect” that Democrats are using to push voters towards Biden’s re-election with Paul Kane. Allie Volpe joins Boyd to discuss third places and how they could be the solution to loneliness people are looking for. Learn about Biden’s scramble to pass regulation before the end of his term with Marcia Brown and More!
Boyd talks about the path to a better debate in America. How do we get past the noise, and ask the right questions?
Deseret News is adding another senior member to their editor team. Longtime manager of Church News for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Sarah Jane Weaver, has been named as the latest editor for Deseret News. The newly minted editor talks about her love for journalism, what mistakes are like in her job, and how we can all be better consumers of media.
In an increasingly isolated world, the concept of the "third place" has never been more relevant. These informal public gathering spots - beyond the realms of home and work - foster a sense of community and belonging that is essential for human wellbeing. From local parks to neighborhood cafes, third places provide a comfortable, welcoming environment where people from all walks of life can connect and simply enjoy each other's company. By revitalizing and reimagining these invaluable social hubs, we can combat loneliness and cultivate more cohesive, vibrant communities. Allie Volpe from Vox joins the show.
In a regular election cycle, Presidents often employ what is called the "coattails effect" to help elect down ballot candidates in their party. Their influence and campaign presence can help sway voters to vote for their endorsed candidate. However, very little is regular about this upcoming election. And this time, democrats are using their popularity in their respective states to push voters to vote for President Biden, in a "reverse coattails" effect. How will this impact 2024 in November? Paul Kane from the Washington Post joins the show.
Yesterday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper, to give his thoughts and defense against the charges being brought against him by the International Criminal Court. Boyd breaks down what is happening in Israel right now for the viewers and digs beyond the headlines.
Dive in Tuesday’s news with Boyd Matheson! Recent research shows that the school funding and academic outcomes correlation is more nuanced than what is thought according to Emma Camp. Join Jessica Grose to unpack AI companions and their lack to fulfill the need for human connection. Jay Evensen advises on what to look for in the presidential debates and how we can return to the debate’s and all their glory. Answer if the U.S. foreign policy is broken and the uniparty’s lack with Dalibor Rohac.
Boyd gives his two cents on Pope Francis’ conversation with Norah O’Donnell from CBS. The concept of indifference gives us a lesson for all of us to not be casual about human life. We cannot just wash our hands of injustices and look the other way. We have a responsibility to the lives around us. It is time to get past today’s indifferences and not avoid the hard things we need to do. We all need to replace extreme indifference with extreme reverence for all.
The Supreme Court of the United States stands as a neutral institution, entrusted with the solemn responsibility of safeguarding the principles enshrined in our nation's Constitution. However, recent events of ethical lapses and conflicts of interest have cast a somber shadow over this esteemed body, threatening to erode public confidence in its impartiality. Jesse Wegman from The New York Times urges that it is imperative that we address these concerns with unwavering resolve, ensuring that the highest court in the land upholds the utmost standards of integrity and independence.
Both President Biden and Donald Trump have agreed to two Presidential debates, and have bypassed the process of the Debate Commission. This may have more drawbacks than we think, and voters are often the ones who suffer when candidates and parties can collude with each other to get the most favorable circumstances. What should we be watching for closely leading up to the June debate? Jay Evensen from the Deseret News and Boyd unpack this issue.
In a counterbalance to the embarrassing display we saw in the House Oversight Committee last week, the Senate foreign affairs committee held a hearing as they do every year, where the Secretary of State gives a report of the state of the world and U.S. strategy, and makes a budget request for the coming year. There was no yelling, no insults being thrown around, and despite a disruption from a protestor, the hearing was actually productive and professional. During the Senate Hearing, Senator Romney and Secretary of State Antony Blinken have an important interaction concerning China. Boyd weighs in on the plan with China and what that means for us.
In the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd in the summer of 2020, the "abolish the police" movement gained traction in American politics. However, in the years that followed, we learned more about policing in our communities. In the latest research, it doesn't show that Americans want fewer police. We all want better, more ordered, and safer police practices. Billy Binion is an associate editor at Reason Magazine and talks with Boyd about the ways to improve policing in America.
Public discontent with America's foreign policy is on the rise. Critics allege a troubling trend: a "uniparty" mentality where both major parties prioritize short-term fixes over long-term strategies. This, they argue, leads to a cycle of endless wars and missed opportunities. Dalibor Rohac from American Enterprise Insitute argues that a biparisan consensus in foreign policy can be the cornerstone of American diplomacy - if we let it. What are the solutions and leadership qualities needed for a more effective US role in the world? And how can we adjust our foreign policy to the ever changing world dynamic?
In our increasingly technology-driven world, the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence have opened up intriguing possibilities, including the development of AI companions. But profound questions about the value of genuine human connection about the digital partners. Could AI appease the fundamental nature of human connection or will it devalue the intrinsic value we place on genuine interpersonal relationships? Jessica Grose from The New York Times answers the question and guides through the nuanced issue. Through an open and inclusive dialogue, we can collectively shape a future where technology serves to enhance, rather than diminish, the essence of what it truly means to be human.
The persistent achievement gap between high-poverty and affluent schools remains one of the most pressing challenges facing our education system. While the issue of funding disparities has long been a focal point of debate, recent research suggests that the relationship between school funding and academic outcomes is far more nuanced than previously thought - turns out the problem with school funding is not the lack thereof. Emma Camp from Reason Magazine shares the data and shares that as we work to develop solutions that address the unique needs of our most vulnerable students, we can ensure that every child has access to a high-quality education, regardless of their socioeconomic background.
Explore Monday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson. Danielle Pletka joins the show to share what is next after news of the Iranian president’s death surfaced this morning. A hearing from the SBA that involved Rep. Maloy happened this weekend and she recaps what is to come. The internship crisis has hit the nation’s capital. What does that mean for those starting their professional careers? Michael Shaffer sheds a light on the situation. Dig into the crisis of confidence that higher education is facing with Austin Sarat and More!
Boyd finishes the day by talking about the border security bill trying to be passed and what is happening at the Capital this week. With those in Congress juggling elections, public sentiment, and the amendment process; there is a lot going on. Despite everything, debates on the floor are needed to improve the process, not the politics. When we follow the process, we get good results for everyone. We need to look past the headlines and politics to get to where true change happens - in the process.
Washington DC is one of the most expensive in the nation to live in, and childcare in the city is even more expensive. There are a lot of working professionals, making the demand for quality daycare high. Justin Zuckerman meets with Boyd to discuss a newly implemented city regulation that could make the situation even more unsustainable for families by requiring a college degree to be eligible to work in DC childcare. Do you think a university degree is the most important requirement for these workers to have? What will the effect be on the availability and cost of an already expensive necessity for DC workers?
The crisis of confidence facing higher education institutions across America is a complex and multifaceted issue that demands our attention. As centers of learning and innovation, universities play a vital role in shaping the minds of future leaders and driving societal progress. However, rising costs, concerns over academic freedom, and a perceived disconnect from the needs of students and communities have eroded public trust. Austin Sarat from Amherst College shed a light on the fact that it is more crucial than ever that we engage in discussions and reforms to restore faith in these esteemed institutions, ensuring they continue to serve as places of knowledge and catalysts for positive change.
Over the weekend, we learned the news that the president of Iran and other high level Iranian administrators were killed in a helicopter crash. We're still gathering information about this crash, however it doesn't seem like foreign intervention was involved, from our own country, Israel, or anywhere else. The helicopter was flying in dense fog, which seems to be the main reason for the crash. But the big question remains, what comes next for the nation of Iran? Danielle Pletka from American Enterprise Institute answers the question of what the future looks like moving forward.
Small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities, driving economic growth and creating countless job opportunities. However, the challenges faced by these companies, particularly in rural areas, cannot be underestimated. It is crucial that we listen to their voices and work together to provide the support and resources they need to thrive. By fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and innovation, we can unlock the full potential of our nation's small business community, paving the way for a more prosperous and vibrant future for all. Utah Representative Celeste Maloy joins the show.
In the ever-evolving landscape of economics, consumer spending has long been a driving force behind economic growth and prosperity. However, the ongoing resilience of consumer spending in the face of economic uncertainties and rising inflation has sparked both curiosity and concern. Nicole Narea from Vox emphasizes that it is essential to understand the underlying factors shaping consumer behavior and to thoughtfully consider the long-term implications for household finances, economic stability, and societal well-being.
Internships throughout the country, but particularly in our nation's capital, are shrinking, as a post covid and remote work economy has changed how many internships are offered. It’s going to have an impact, according to Michael Shaffer from POLITICO Magazine, as for many, these internships provide the first step on the ladder to rise in the professional world and find opportunities they otherwise wouldn't have. What has changed? And what effect will it have on many ambitious young people who want to work for our government?
Boyd reminisces on the Day of Pentecost brought many miracles to the Christian eye, including the gift of understanding. On that day, many people from different stations were finally able to understand each other. What does that mean for us today? In a world full of divisiveness, we need to create bridges to overcome differences. This weekend’s Congressional hearing shows where people were not doing so with all of the one-liners and passive aggressiveness. Our nation is at its best where big ideas and deep conversations happen so we can continue to move forward.
Rabbi Carrie Vogel talks with Boyd about finding greater nuance in our own thinking about the world and on our college campuses. Boyd delievers the message, "enough is enough", when it comes to the childish behavior we're seeing in Congress. Ganel-Lyn Condie talks about monitering our mental health, and being intentional about what we put into our minds.
Boyd takes us through a speech delivered by British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, delivered during a economic crisis in Britain in 1979. There are echoes in that time that we can reflect on, and decide what kind of society we want to live in.
Utah is continuing to lead in national discussions, and yesterday Utah's business community at Silicon Slopes held a mental health town hall. Trying to collaborate and come up with better solutions to help in our nation's crisis of mental health, many great speakers and leaders attended the event. One of the speakers is a friend of this show. Ganel-Lyn Condie is a popular motivational speaker and best-selling author, and talks with Boyd about this event at Silicon Slopes, and ways we can all work towards better mental health.
Welcome to an Inside Look at Presidential Politics here on Inside Sources. In the midst of the noise and political chaos leading up to this election, we want to take time and provide some clarity, tune out some of the noise and give an update to what you should be keeping your eye on as the election in November marches closer...
In a prime example of the bad behavior that is overtaking Congress these days, a verbal fight broke out during a House Oversight Committee hearing yesterday between Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Boyd talks about what happened and digs a little deeper into how this gets fixed, and how Congress can get back to being a dignified and productive body.
The Senate is headed towards a budget battle along partisan lines, as parity spending is going to become a big issue on Capitol Hill. Senate Democrats want an equal increase in spending between defense and non-defense spending. But Republicans aren't going to take that deal without a fight. Alexander Bolton is a senior staff writer at The Hill and joins Boyd to talk about the coming budget fight.
All parents hope to shield kids from exposure to pornography, online or otherwise. Families have adapted 'best practices' to keep their kids safe from the disturbing and offensive nature of pornographic media. But the methods to do this are out of date in our rapidly changing digital landscape. Gail Dines is the founder & president of Culture Reframed, providing tools to help parents raise strong, resilient kids free from the debilitating influence of online pornography.
As we have followed the campus protests over America's role in Israel's war against Hamas, it has called into question the way we conduct educational debate and thinking in our country. Perhaps we as a country have become too focused on grade-based education, which depends on getting the "right" answer. While in subjects like math, this is essential for proficiency, we seem to lack the ability to live in the nuance of discussion, and are chasing the one, certain, answer. Rabbi Carrie Vogel is the director for undergraduate initiatives for the American Jewish University, and joins Boyd to talk about the nuance missing from our national discussions.
Boyd finishes the day by reminiscing about his conversation with Samuel Abrams about college protests and its portrayal on social media. There was so much instant certainty when the protests first started but now we have some data about what is really happening and being said - and that is not always the same story as the headlines. Young voters have been made out to be this mystical, saving grace of society but they are just normal people worried about the same things as the rest of society. Sometimes our desires to label and put each other in a box does not create a flourishing community. You need to step back, ask better questions, and listen to find even better solutions.
The heated debates surrounding campus protests have captivated the nation's attention. While images of disruptive demonstrations flood social media, recent polls offer a more nuanced perspective on where students and the broader public stand. As university leaders grapple with balancing free speech and campus safety, they must navigate a complex landscape shaped by diverse viewpoints and societal undercurrents. The middle majority needs to speak up and demand better than what the extremist views are saying. Samuel Abrams from Sarah Lawrence College joins the show.
As the 2024 presidential election cycle heats up, a critical demographic has emerged as a pivotal force – young American voters. While often portrayed as ardent progressives, a new poll offers a nuanced perspective, revealing that this group is a whole lot like the rest of America when it comes to what they care about. Christian Paz expounds on the research with Boyd on how age does not really affect what people care about. With their political allegiances up for grabs, understanding the complex tapestry of young voters' concerns will be crucial for campaigns seeking to capture this influential segment of the electorate.
At the heart of every family lies an often unsung hero - the kinkeeper. From coordinating gatherings to sharing family histories, kinkeepers are the glue that solidifies a sense of identity and belonging. Danielle Friedman highlights that as society gains a deeper appreciation for this vital role, predominantly shouldered by women, it becomes increasingly evident that recognizing and supporting kinkeepers is crucial for promoting strong, healthy family dynamics.
For parents, teachers, employers, and peers, trying to understand the rising younger generation is going to be more impactful than any piece of advice we can give them. Feeling seen and heard carries more weight than we sometimes believe. So it can be a worthwhile pursuit to follow the trends of communication between young people, and find out what it tells us about the culture. Adam Aleksic from the Washington Post joins the show.
We are 6 months away from the November election in 2024, which is the political equivalent of being years away from the election. A lot can happen, no one should feel certainty one way or another based on a poll or anything else this early in the race and this race is in some ways, uniquely tricky to try to predict, according to David Graham from the Atlantic. Boyd and David cover some of the big dynamics in play running up to this year's election, and elaborate on what to be paying close attention to, as well as what to tune out in what will surely be a very noisy political contest.
If you have become confused over exactly what the Biden administration's policy has become towards Israel and our military weapons shipments to the country, you're not alone. Adam Cancryn from POLITICO joins Boyd to discuss the confusing policy. Members of the President's own party are having a difficult time determining what exactly the policy is, and what it will become if a further invasion into the Gazan city of Rafah continues. How can the White House send a message of clarity instead of confusion?
Learn what is going on in the news with Boyd Matheson today. Scott Linicome joins the show to talk about what is needed to fix the inflation problem and what we can do today to jumpstart the process. The conversation about inflation is continued with Elaine Parker about how this impacts small businesses. Dig into the presidential campaign and the unexpected success RFK Jr. is seeing with Peder Shaefer and More!
Boyd talks about President Biden’s comments made when honoring the 202 fallen police officers in the line of duty this past year. It is important to come together, especially as a family, during times of grief. Police officers keep our communities safe and are the “steel spine” of America. We can remember the fallen heroes of our communities by replicating their mentality and stand strong in adversity. It is us still here that have work to do and follow in those honorable footsteps.
The political landscape is evolving, and the Republican Party finds itself at a crossroads. As former President Trump shifts his stance on the Affordable Care Act, a revealing survey suggests Republican voters' opinions might be changing too. Brigham Tomco from Deseret News highlights that the data points to conservatives wanting to maintain, and even expand, entitlement programs like Medicare and Social Security. This sentiment contradicts traditional Republican principles and could signal a broader realignment within the party as it tries to balance the traditional political stances with the economic realities facing American families.
As inflation soars to historic levels, small businesses across America find themselves navigating uncharted economic waters. The relentless rise in consumer prices has put immense strain on job creation and economic growth. From skyrocketing costs for essential goods and services to dwindling consumer demand, small business owners are confronting unprecedented headwinds that threaten their survival. What can we do to protect the entrepreneurial spirit in America? Elaine Parker from the Job Creators Network Foundation converses with Boyd of what can be done.
Ever since the pandemic in 2020 and subsequent efforts to boost economic recovery, the world has experienced rates of inflation that we haven't seen in a long time, and it has affected household budgets across the country. This is particularly true when it comes to the grocery store. Scott Linicome from the Cato Institute shares ways to combat the inflation in our food prices, but emphasizes how it takes changing the common thinking and the ways things are done in Washington.
May is Cystic Fibrosis Awareness month, and the great people of Utah are making a big difference in the fight against this terrible disease. Through the right treatments, care, and support, children and adults with this disorder can live life to the fullest. Everyone can give to this cause and learn how to become involved to do something that makes a difference. Rick Davis from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation announces an event this Saturday and what people can do to get involved.
Preserving the integrity of our elections is vital to the health of our democracy. With disinformation and mistrust surrounding electoral processes on the rise, Trust Utah Elections has emerged to reinforce the basic democratic right. Stan Lockhart and Josh Daniels discuss their non-partisan organization and how it is fostering voter confidence through efforts to educate the public, monitor election procedures, and unite a diverse coalition committed to fair and secure voting practices.
Against all odds, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his presidential campaign are defying expectations by securing ballot access across the country. What began as a longshot bid is rapidly gaining momentum, with Kennedy's name now set to appear before voters in multiple states this November. Kennedy's success at scaling this major hurdle demonstrates his campaign's impressive organizational capabilities and foreshadows an intriguing role for his candidacy in shaking up the 2024 race. Peder Shaefer from POLITICO joins the show to talk about this unexpected rise of popularity and how that could impact the upcoming election.
We now know, from an announcement made this morning, there will be presidential debates in the runup to the November election. However, the way this is being arranged is quite different than in former presidential debates. It looks a lot more like collusion than competition between America's political parties. Candidates need to remember the difference between good politics and good leadership and let that guide their conversations moving forward.
Deep dive into the news of today with Boyd Matheson. Rep. John Curtis joins to talk about the new conservation bills that have been passed and our duties to the land. The polls show President Biden is falling behind the presidential race according to Brett Samuels. Learn about where morality is in higher education with Jeffrey Bilbro. This week is the 75th anniversary of the “Candy Bomber” and Rhonda Perkes invites everyone to join the gala this weekend and More!
Boyd finishes up the day with highlighting a new article in the Deseret News by Lois Collins about handwriting. By writing things out, we can improve our memory and strengthen the relationships around us. Communication is so crucial and we have been lacking since the pandemic. Pick up a pen and you will get a better perspective of things, especially about yourself.
The management of America's vast public lands has long been a contentious issue, pitting conservation efforts against economic interests and traditional land uses. Rep. John Curtis discusses how the newly passed WEST Act revoked this rule, reigniting critical debates over the appropriate balance between preservation and multiple-use policies. This kind of power should remain at the local level with those who know the area best. We all should embrace the power that we have and the responsibility to conserve the land around us.
In our societal debates and political debates, every side attempts to assert a moral high ground for their position, whatever it may be. We see this happening in Congress every week, and most recently we're seeing it all over our college campuses. However, maybe part of the real issue in these discussions is that we've lost where the moral high ground is at all? Jeffrey Bilbro from the Dispatch joins the show to discuss where morality is in higher education.
Trust is the fundamental bedrock that allows economies and organizations to function efficiently. However, recent trends suggest we may be experiencing an insidious "trust recession" that could have far-reaching ramifications. Boyd and Jerry Useem from the Atlantic examine the critical role trust plays in facilitating business collaboration, innovation, and growth; it prompts us to reflect on how we can rebuild these vital social bonds moving forward. Jerry Useem from the Atlantic joins the show.
The incredible story of "The Candy Bomber" Gail Halvorsen embodies the power of small acts of kindness during immense adversity. His actions not only boosted morale during the massive Berlin Airlift operation, but left a lasting legacy inspiring future generations to perform humanitarian service. Rhonda Perkes promotes this Saturday’s Candy Bomber Foundation Gala. The event is hosted in Gail Halvorsen's honor and is open to all to join.
Brett Samuels from The Hill joins the show to present the latest New York Times poll that had some ominous signs for the Biden campaign, with Donald Trump leading in 5 out of 6 swing states. As the Trump coalition seems to be growing, the Democrat party is more divided than they have been in a long time. What is happening beyond the numbers? And what should we be watching for as the 2024 election marches closer?
A big wedge has emerged in the Democratic party over the war Israel is waging in Gaza, and this divide is sure to have a big impact this November as Americans head to the polls. Donald Trump is spending weeks locked up in a New York courtroom instead of on the campaign trail. And Independent candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. is overcoming hurdles when it comes to ballot access, and may end up achieving his goal of getting on the ballot in states across the country. What should we be paying close attention to as the 2024 election season heats up?
Start your week off with Boyd Matheson. Tim Carney joins the show to discuss the lack of societal support towards parents and what we can do about that. A new toolkit that is connected to Governor Cox’s “Disagree Better” campaign is geared towards parents and how to have civil conversations in the whole. Jason Carroll and Dave Schramm were key scholars on the project. J.R. Bird paints an image of what life on the campaign trail looks like and what unique attributes he could bring to the table. We are seeing a sore loser mentality forming in political parties according to Austin Sarat and More!
Fostering open and respectful dialogue has become increasingly crucial in our polarized world. In an era where differences often divide communities and families, it's essential to equip ourselves with the tools to navigate disagreements constructively. Recognizing this need, a collaborative effort between scholars from Brigham Young University and Utah State University Extension has pioneered a new online resource called the "Disagree Better: A Parenting Toolkit". This asset is aimed at empowering families to manage conflicts with civility and understanding and promises to guide parents and children alike in learning how to disagree better, both within their homes and beyond. Jason Carroll from the Wheatley Institute and Dave Schramm from Utah State University join the show.
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern society, the role of motherhood stands as a cornerstone, both cherished and complex. However, the lived experiences of mothers in America nod to a growing perception: that mothers lack adequate societal support. Some, including Tim Carney, argue that mothers are often left to navigate the complexities of raising children with minimal societal backing. Is that the reality? If so, what can we do?
As the confetti settles on another graduating class, an important question arises: how well do their hard-earned degrees align with their future financial prospects? A new study sheds light on this critical issue, revealing that not all academic paths lead to equal returns on investment. Nick Robertson discusses the findings with Boyd and what that means for current college students and alumni. While the pursuit of knowledge should never be solely about monetary gain, it is important for students and families to understand the economic implications of their educational choices.
J.R. Bird, a candidate for the 3rd Congressional District spot, talks to Boyd about what life is like in the middle of campaign season. They talk about J.R.’s platform and the things that he would bring to the table. J.R. emphasizes building consensus and common ground for all.
In today's politics, a troubling trend that we see is an increasingly sore attitude towards losing. The question, “What makes it all worth it, even if you don't win?” seems to be increasingly hostile to people who are only satisfied with our democratic process if the result is what they want. Austin Sarat joins Boyd to talk about this sore loser mentality that is becoming more prevalent. 2024 is going to be a tight race, not only for President, but for elected positions all over the country and we need to be watchful of sore losers in our election process.
Boyd reflects on the life of Sgt. Bill Hoosier, a fallen police officer in Santaquin, Utah. The funeral procession is underway and Aimee Cobabe, a KSL reporter, joins the show to share what is happening in the solemn environment. It is a reminder to all of us to rethink what really matters and how a community can come together in light of a tragedy. Endings do matter and can inspire us to become more.
Join Boyd to understand this Friday’s news. Edward O’Keefe starts off the show by talking about the influential women in President Teddy Roosevelt’s life. Understand the complexities of national spending and Biden’s underspending habits with Jessie Blaeser. Emma Camp joins to give an update about FAFSA and the lack of improvement in the form’s procedures. The new social security report is out and learn how to compensate for its lack with Michelle Singletary and More!
Boyd finishes the show by talking about the upcoming Mother’s Day on Sunday. He recounts the history of the holiday and the proper way to celebrate motherhood through simple, small actions. We cannot commercialize this because mothers deserve more than that. Boyd reflects on the women in his life and how they have helped him get to where he is today.
For decades, Social Security has been a bedrock of retirement security for millions of Americans. However, the latest report from the program's trustees serves as a sobering wake-up call and without action, the financial foundation underpinning this safety net is at risk of crumbling. While we wait for Congress to act, there are things that each of us can do personally to reinforce our futures and Michelle Singletary from the Washington Post gives advice on how to do so.
The technical challenges plaguing this year's FAFSA have left many students and families feeling frustrated, confused, and uncertain about their ability to secure financial assistance for college. Emma Camp from Reason talks with Boyd about the Education Department’s announcement of a new program to help students next year but are they getting to the root of the problem? How can we prevent this year's fiasco from happening again? Emma Camp from Reason joins the show.
Religious freedom remains under threat globally from concerning trends like transnational repression, blasphemy laws, attacks on religious sites, and discrimination against minorities. As we examine these challenges, it's crucial we approach them with empathy and a shared commitment to protecting this fundamental human right for all people. Working together with compassionate solutions allows us to uphold human dignity and build a more tolerant world.
One of the fastest growing sectors of technology in the modern world is in the realm of space technology. The capabilities of other space programs around the world are growing rapidly. For example, India is aiming for a human crewed space-flight mission next year in 2025. Todd Harrison from the American Enterprise Institute has dived into this topic. As things stand now, the U.S. holds an advantage in our space programs, but that advantage is not guaranteed. What do we need to keep ourselves on the cutting edge of the final frontier? And why is it vitally important that we do so?
Boyd reflects on this week and moments that stood out to him. From talking with Rabbi Brad Hirschfield about black-and-white thinking, to Speaker Johnson’s leadership, and ending with Brad Sasse’s comments on the student protests; there is a lot we can learn from this week. We can all benefit from diving deeper into the news to find the things that can impact our personal lives.
How can you spend $1.6 trillion dollars? It's a question the Biden administration is grappling with, and it turns out it's not so easy. Jessie Blaeser from POLITICO helps Boyd crunch the numbers and to discuss the 4 of the landmark pieces of legislation passed under President Biden: the American Rescue Plan, the ironically named Inflation Reduction Act, the infrastructure bill, and the CHIPS & Science Act. But it turns out, the vast majority of that money is left unspent. And the President is on a timer to spend more before the November election.
One of the great Presidents in the history of our country, Theodore Roosevelt, is often depicted as a quintessential self-made man. He overcame great challenges in his early life, and went on to make history and shape the direction of our country. But a closer examination of his life reveals a deeper, more universal truth. He, like so many of us, was shaped by the extraordinary women in his life. And today, we want to honor and remember the great women who shape all of us. Edward O’Keefe from the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library joins the show as we look forward to Mother’s Day.
Dive into Thursday’s news with Boyd Matheson. Rep. Celeste Malloy joins the show to talk about the failed ousting of Speaker Johnson yesterday and her insights. With federal debt on the rise, Aris Folley comments on what will happen and what we can do to create a better future. Amos Guiora announces the new award at University of Utah in remembrance of his late father.
Boyd circles back to yesterday’s events on the House floor where some tried to oust Speaker Johnson and the repercussions. He applauds the Speaker’s responses to the failed coup and takes his position seriously. Johnson acted like a true leader and Speaker of the House. Boyd reminds that grudge-holding cannot be sustained in personal and professional relationships. The “forced effect” of nature was seen yesterday and now it is time to move on and get to work.
The late University of Utah professor Alexander Zeev Guiora is being honored and named in a new award granted by the University. His son, Amos Guiora, followed in his father's footsteps by becoming a University of Utah professor of law, and was instrumental in organizing the Bystander Initiative Award. Amos talks to Boyd about how the award aims to recognize the people in our communities who have intervened or otherwise helped to bring to justice those who commit crimes of sexual assault, empowering Utahns to make our communities closer and safer for the benefit of us all.
We've spoken before about the problem in our current culture in America. We too often fall into the habit of politicizing our sacred spaces, and deifying our political parties. It's time for us to think again about how our communities drive our culture, and how to find ways to come back together as Americans in worship.
The Washington Post hosts a podcast called "Impromptu", where the journalists at the Post discuss the issues facing our country and their thoughts about them. Their recent episode is one you will want to tune into, It's called, "Fewer Americans believe in God. Is that a problem? It's a big problem and luckily one that we have the power to do something about.
In terms of the economy, President Biden faces some real challenges to overcome if he wants to take back the White House this November. But if you ask him, you don't get a sense that the state of the economy is an ongoing challenge, but a victory already claimed. As if the economic struggles of his term in office are all in the past. But the American people are giving a very different message. If he wants to be re-elected, a little more radical empathy could do the Biden team a lot of good.
With the federal debt climbing towards a staggering $54 trillion over the next decade, experts are sounding the alarm on the far-reaching consequences for all Americans. From higher interest rates impacting mortgages and jobs, to potential cuts to Social Security and Medicare, this is an issue that impacts every one of us. Aris Folley joins the show to answer if we reverse the consequences before it's too late and what are the next steps.
Congresswoman Celeste Maloy joins Boyd to continue the conversation about the failed ousting of Speaker Johnson. She recounts the experience that happened on the floor and the frustrated tones from her fellow representatives. It does not seem that there was an end goal with the motion and it was all smoke and mirrors. Rep. Maloy and Boyd talk about Speaker Johnson’s reaction after the proceedings and how to change the culture in the House to one of legislating.
Yesterday, a vote to vacate the Speakership was initiated by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has been in disagreement with the decisions made by Speaker Mike Johnson and republican leadership. Well, the majority of members disagreed with her assessment. The effort didn't make it to a vote, instead being tabled for the foreseeable future. Will this give leaders the space needed to govern, and will they commit to make debating and passing legislation the business of Congress?
Take an extensive look at Wednesday’s news with Boyd Matheson. Stewart Peay announces that Senator Mitt Romney is endorsing him. Learn how to build integrity and trust during an election year with Doug Wilks. Stephen Kent urges parents to take responsibility for their children’s digital media habits. Gen Z craves connection but do not know their place according to a study done by Lois Collins and More!
To finish off the day, Boyd discusses the 2024 election cycle and encourages people to do their civic duty to vote. The first Wednesday of November, the day after Super Tuesday, is exactly six months from now and we can look forward to that. The solution to the nation's ails is found in homes, not in Washington. We can keep going with hope in our hearts and be agents of change to create the society and government we want.
The Israeli and Palestinian conflict is much more complex than is being displayed in much of mainstream media. The Gaza war protests are applying pressure to Israel, and showing them how some Americans view this conflict. But how do the people inside of Israel view this war? And what do they think about the uproar on American campuses? Let’s dive a little deeper into the Israeli perspective.
On the New York Times podcast "The Ezra Klein Show", journalist Ezra Klein interviewed an Israeli journalist, Ari Shavit, to dig a little deeper behind the headlines of what we usually see and hear about the war.
The feeling of belonging is one of the most important things for human well-being. Isolation, lack of connection, and fear of reaching out can all inhibit personal development and rob us of the rich experiences and connections that make life worth living. So, when we study and survey the young generation, Gen Z, what do we find about their perception of connection and relationships? Lois Collins from Deseret News joins the show and discusses this paradox with Boyd.
We have covered the ongoing debate regarding social media use among our young people, and there is still much debate to be had as we learn more, and technology continues to develop. However, parents don't have to feel powerless in their kids' social landscape. Stephen Kent from Reason shares his own experience with raising children and how we should not look to Congress to do the parental duty. Social media and smartphones are not a requirement for children, or a prerequisite to fitting in at school. We don't have to wait for Congress to pass legislation to regulate what goes on with our own kids. What are some things we can do today to minimize harm?
Boyd breaks the news that Senator Mitt Romney endorses candidate Stewart Peay for the open 3rd Congressional District seat. Stewart goes into the story of how he got into politics and goes into what he hopes to accomplish in Washington. He shares what he has learned through years of military service and how that has impacted his life and current campaign.
Doug Wilks from Deseret News joins Boyd to talk about this year’s elections. Media deeply impacts the public sentiment and voter turnout has fluctuated throughout the years. There have been cyber attacks which have led to loss of integrity and trust. People need to ask themselves what is true and have levels of trust when gaining media literacy. When we get to an area of contempt, it creates a bias that we cannot afford. Focus on the electorate and ask questions as we enter this election year.
Wade through Tuesday’s news with Boyd Matheson. Rabbi Brad Hirschfield reflects on this year’s Holocaust Remembrance Day and urges human dignity for all people. Learn more about the “hollow parties” in our election system with Ian Ward. Alyssa Rosenberg accounts her experiences as a student protester and where the protests demands fail currently. Explore the different voting systems that Utah could adopt to better reflect the will of the people with Jay Evensen and More!
Boyd reflects on Dr.Martin Luther King Jr.’s perspective and the Holocaust to provide insights on how to create change. We need to take a step back and be humbled to the point where we can see both sides of the argument. It’s a good time to reflect on how everyone can and should live together in progress and peace. In the beloved community, standards of human decency would create a feeling of brotherhood and sisterhood. We need to re enthrone the virtue of listening to remain curious and to create a place better for all.
As college campuses erupt in protests against the devastating war on Gaza, a contentious debate emerges around the demands of student activists. While Pro-Palestinian demands are being made, the call for amnesty could undermine the primary focus of the college protests. Alyssa Rosenberg from the Washington Post suggests that a prioritization of self-interest over the grave injustices driving the movement. At its core, the question arises: are students truly willing to put their academic standing on the line for their principles, or is the cost too high to bear?
Political parties have a current juxtaposition: they appear all-powerful but actually are not able to do their simple duties. Ian Ward from POLITICO talks about “hollow parties” and how this has led to much frustration of the American people, and rightfully so. So much has changed over the years for political parties, especially with the rise of lobbyists and third parties. Some have radically proposed anti-party politics and ditching political parties completely. Is that a plausible answer? What do we do to fix these “hollow parties” and get back to what political parties are meant to be?
Utah's upcoming primary elections have reignited debates about the legitimacy of winners who may emerge with a small plurality of votes rather than a true majority. Jay Evensen from Deseret News vocalizes that the state has weighed alternatives like ranked and run-off elections, but are these the answers to the concerns? With growing public distrust in the election system, Utah may soon face whether a fractured plurality truly reflects the will of the people.
Rabbi Brad Hirschfield joins Boyd to reflect about Holocaust Remembrance Day. Hirschfield talks about how this commemoration is especially poignant because of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. You have to worry about both the hostages on the Israel side and the civilians of the Palestians to honor the dignity of life for all people. We cannot let hatred outpace sympathy for everyone. It is up to us to create a legacy for life regardless of the geopolitics of it all.
Boyd discusses parts of the President's speech he gave earlier this morning at the Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington DC. Biden has shied away from using interviews and media appearances to push his agenda forward, and instead the President has used his pulpit to deliver "tent pole" style speeches, which aims to reset the conversation and re-frame it. Is this communication strategy resonating with the American people?
This week marks the days of remembrance, as we remember and honor the victims and survivors of the Holocaust, inflicted on the Jewish people of Europe by Germany in World War II. Congressional leaders and President Biden gave an address at the Holocaust memorial museum in Washington DC, with several Holocaust survivors in the crowd. What did they say, and what do we need to be reflecting on this week?
Join Boyd this Monday to dive into what is happening in the world. Robert Sherman joins from Israel to talk about the developing story of the ceasefire in the Middle East. Hear more about the possible causes and solutions of the college protests with Rep. Burgess Owens. Equity grading has potential to solve many educational problems according to Dr. Frederick Hess. Rabbi Avremi Zippel talks about Holocaust Remembrance Day and the impact of the ongoing seven month war on those reflecting on the horrific events during the second world war and More!
Boyd reflects on his Sunday Edition’s conversation with Eboo Patel from Interfaith America about how to build a more collaborative rather than combative environment. We need to have radical empathy for those we disagree with. By doing so, we can find the right solution to the issues we are facing today.
The ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas are ongoing as we continue to try to secure the release of hostages and bring an end to the suffering and hunger of the people of Gaza. We will know more in the coming days about the specifics of the deal that Hamas is agreeing to, and if a path to peace can finally be reached. Boyd took a step back and examined the Israeli point of view, the challenges and trauma they have faced since the attacks of Oct. 7th. Boyd talks about what America needs to do to lean into our leadership role and take an active stance in shaping this region and the world towards better security and peace
While grasping with the tragedies happening now, Jews grapple with their horrific past. The Holocaust and the traumas associated with that have forever scarred those of Jewish heritage and today they remember their loved ones and reinforce the "Never Forget" slogan. This year is especially difficult with the violence happening in Israel and Palestine. Many have called for the safe return of hostages and that hole has only deepened as they remember their ancestors and the Holocaust. Rabbi Avremi Zippel joins the show to talk about Holocaust Remembrance Day and the conflict currently happening in the Middle East.
Campuses that once prided themselves as promoters of free speech and open discourse have become breeding grounds for Marxism ideals of power, identity and equity. As this troubling trend intensifies, it raises troubling questions about the future of American academia, especially as the college student protests have the nation in a chokehold. Utah Rep. Burgess Owens and Boyd talk about what is happening on campus and what are the first steps in response to the protests.
For decades, traditional grading methods have faced criticism for perpetuating inequities and failing to reflect a student's learning. Schools are now exploring a new model: "equitable grading". Dr. Frederick Hess from American Enterprise Institute talks about the new grading approach that has been celebrated and condemned from all angles. The expectations are nuanced and the socio economic issues that are rooted in the education system could be solved. Parents want their children to succeed, but what method will lead to that?
There are ongoing developments as we follow the negotiations for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas as the war in Gaza continues to take its toll on the people there, and the hostages are still not back with their families. Robert Sherman from NewsNation reports on the Hamas ceasefire proposal What are the terms being negotiated? Will this lead to the return of hostages and end this war?
Campus protests that have been going on for weeks have led to a reckoning among university leadership. Columbia university has been so rocked by the disruptions on campus that they decided to cancel their commencement ceremony altogether. What are some examples of better leadership that has led to better outcomes for faculty, students, and parents?
Dive into Friday’s news with Boyd Matheson. Jonah Goldberg unpacks the current college protests going on and how we cannot romanticize those who crossed a line by comparing them to past protests through history. Learn more about having a successful mindset in the workplace and in your personal life with Chester Elton. A new analysis is discussed with Kaleigh Rogers about the different groups within the House. Trent Savage shares how to become a top 5 workplace and its importance for the company’s success and More!
Boyd rehashes freedom of speech’s role in campus protests and how we can make sure we do it the right way. It is all about how, when, and where you utilize your first amendment rights.We need to grasp what freedom of speech actually is, otherwise it will cause disarray. We need to empower people to enact these rights and embrace the consequences for those actions. Boyd quotes Norman Rockwell and how the principles Rockwell highlights can propel us forward.
Businesses’ always have goals to be at the top of their sector, and Mountain America Credit Union has done that. The company was recently recognized by USA Today as one of the top five best places to work. Trent Savage from Mountain America Credit Union joins the show to talk about the business’s culture and success. He discusses how to become a top 5 workplace, and why it matters so much.
If you ask, many Americans are more concerned about the increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence technology than excited about it. The advertised benefits of A.I. tech seems far in the future, and beyond language learning models like ChatGPT, it's hard to see how this technology can actually benefit people in their daily lives. But AI can make a real world positive impact today, not tomorrow. Josh Tyrangiel from The Washington Post joins the show to talk about an instance where AI helped in higher education to protect those most vulnerable to dropping out of college.
The right to peaceably assemble is enshrined in the 1st amendment of our Constitution. A free society is dependent on the right of people to gather and say things that the government does not like or agree with. However, protests can also become exercises in intimidation and become lost to mob mentality very quickly. Jonah Goldberg from the Dispatch joins Boyd to talk about how every side in our current protest debate is highlighting what they want to see. Let's pull back from the headlines and social media chatter, towards a more nuanced conversation.
Chester Elton from The Culture Works shares that by bridging the gap between different mindsets and how they can create better, more successful business places. Boyd and Chester look at what is happening inside the workplace and in society when it comes to people’s psychology surrounding gratitude, anxiety, and having an all-in mentality in all you do. By focusing on these things, businesses can succeed and people can flourish.
The argument over the legality of the protests sweeping college campuses across the nation is only getting louder. Where does free speech start and end in private institutions? Does offense matter in the face of the first amendment? J.D. Tuccille from Reason joins to talk about getting back to the basics of free speech. Campuses need to make clear their expectations of free speech to prevent confusion later on. Protecting rights for everyone across the board is essential for free speech to be in full effect throughout the nation.
You think you know Congress, but do you really? A new analysis done by FiveThirtyEight reveals the 8 types of Democrats and Republicans in the House that are controlling legislation behind the scenes. Kaleigh Rogers from FiveThirtyEight who supervised the projects shares how from the far-leaning fringes to the pragmatic moderates, these "quiet caucuses” wield the real power and show what is going on at Capital Hill. Learning more about them and their characteristics can help us understand voting patterns and different agendas going on behind closed doors.
Boyd finishes the show by talking with Khesrow Semnani. They talk about the powerofkind.org and how it is making a big difference through one kind act a day. Everyone in society can be a part of this movement. Together we can bring out the best in everyone and experience dynamic conversations. One kind act a day can inspire this nation to greatness.
It's no secret that this year's presidential candidates are not crowd favorites. Both are only truly popular with small slivers of voters on largely uninhabited points on the political spectrum. More independents are coming out of the woodwork than ever, their numbers are only made more impressive by Republicans and Democrats fleeing their own parties. Jared Alper from Good Party talks about how this will change the political landscape and if the candidates have a chance to win them back?
Amanda Su and others from The New York Times sat down with twelve members of Congress who are not running for re-election this year. They gave each person an exit interview and asked them all the same questions to get their honest thoughts about the state of Congress, and their time in it. From what they said, Amanda and Boyd explore details about the wellness of Congress and where things are heading.
The game of political fundraising has been changed, and it's being driven by the clicks of online donors across America. Candidates are tapping into online donations that's rewriting the rules of campaign strategy. How is this shaping the election landscape? Jessica Piper from POLITICO joins Boyd to take a deep dive into the world of online political money.
You wouldn't believe what a middle school in Connecticut did to combat cell phone distractions that are throwing classrooms into disarray all across America. In a bold move, Illing Middle School banned cell phones entirely during the school day, causing uproar in parents and students initially. Joanna Slater from the Washington Post paints a picture of the digital power struggle in schools. The benefits to the student body are profound and should cause us to question if banning cell phones in schools is a necessary step to preserving the precious learning environment.
Many people have heard about the brand "IT Cosmetics" but they do not know the woman behind the curtain - Jamie Kern Lima. As a first-generation college student, Jamie has persevered in the entrepreneurship world and will share her thoughts with this year's Utah Valley University's graduating class. As this year's commencement speaker, Jamie will share an inspiring message about not letting “no” lead to giving up. Rather let every “no” motivate you to new heights.
College commencement ceremonies are happening tonight at universities across Utah. After the last few weeks of protests, riots, occupation and division, it's time to find a way across divides and come together. Eboo Patel from Interfaith America joins Boyd to discuss the “Potluck Democracy” and the deep essence of democracy and divinity.
Dive into Wednesday’s news with Boyd today. Learn more about why college students are protesting around the U.S. with Jennifer Graham. Jacob Mchangama debunks the push for European-style speech regulations because of concerns of First Amendment rights. Paul Lambert provides a solution to gain confidence in our university systems through having greater diversity among religious perspectives. Explore the new FEC rule about election campaign finances and the strategic implications from it and More!
Boyd finishes up by talking about how faith should play a bigger role in DEI initiatives. The rise in antisemitism alludes to the fact we are not having the right conversations about faith. Faith is a powerful thing that can give businesses’ a better foothold in reaching their goals. SalesForce is one example of many who have made an effort in creating more diversity in global religious perspectives. With more faith, we can foster the society that we envision. We all need to remain radically curious and engage in core conversations that really matter.
The bitter divisions plaguing American politics is being met with a forceful response by the middle. Politicians on both sides are fed up with the polarization and are coming together on various subjects. Alexander Bolton from the Hill talks with Boyd about how drawing a line against the fringe voices brings concerns whether this could fuel further polarization and persecution narratives. Others say this is a healthy confirmation of democratic norms. So how is this newfound alliance going to change Capital Hill?
The economy has been a sore subject for economists and working class people alike for the last few years, but is a return to American foundations about to turn inflation around? Luke Pardue from Aspen Economic Strategy Group shares an interesting new report that says productivity in the U.S.is on the rise. This increase is largely due to a boom in entrepreneurship and small businesses.Despite all the hype around AI, small business and entrepreneurship are leading us to a brighter economic future.
Is free speech truly hindering us, or is it one of our most vital democratic safeguards? There is growing pessimism towards the First Amendment and a call to mimic European-style speech regulations. But Jacob Mchangama from The Future of Free Speech warns that this could open the door to disturbing censorship. This debate strikes at the core of our civil liberties and the future of democracy.
The campaign finance landscape has been dramatically reshaped with new ruling that allows unprecedented coordination between candidates and big-money super PACs. David Drucker from The Dispatch elaborates on this new development. The ruling raises questions about donor limits and how this will change the way elections are run moving forward. Boyd and David discuss the strategic implications and the potential for an arms race fueled by wealthy mega donors.
As confidence in our university system falls, there may be a remedy that we should center more in our conversation. Wheatley Institute’s Paul Lambert deep dives into how greater diversity among religious perspectives can help solve the problems plaguing our colleges. Religious beliefs should be an extension of universities’ DEI initiatives and giving these ideas a real seat at the table might be worth giving a chance to combat prejudices and persecutions.
We've all been watching the chaos unfolding at many of America's top universities as protests became encampments, and have turned into occupations of buildings. We've seen violent responses from some state governments and administrations, and others who have stood by and done little to control increasingly volatile situations on campuses. And it's important to remember that these are young adults, many barely out of high school, who are participating in these protests. Jennifer Graham from the Deseret News joins Boyd to talk about this ongoing conflict. How many are strongly motivated by the plight of the people of Gaza? How many are following a crowd? And are many of these students simply following an ideology that has been instilled in them?
Next week we may see something nearly unprecedented in modern American politics. Democrats have signaled that they will vote in favor of keeping current Speaker of the House Mike Johnson in his position, if faced with a motion to vacate his chairmanship. Why is his leadership position in trouble, and what is the thinking behind the opposition party throwing him their support?
Join Boyd in exploring your Tuesday news! Andre Biggs cuts through the noise and shares what retirement prospects actually look like for American seniors. Lenore Skenanzy adds input into gentle parenting’s negative effects on Gen Z’s emerging adults. Clay Olsen joins the conversation about pornography’s negative effect on individuals and families. Jay Evensen discusses how fossil fuel is a key aspect to national security and more!
Boyd finishes up today’s show by highlighting how George Washington was inaugurated 235 years ago today. In his inaugural speech, Washington talks about the civic responsibility he felt to help his people rather than retreating to private life. Boyd applauds Washington’s humility and compares it to today’s political sphere. Policies need to be laid in private morality and we are missing this in our civic discourse today. Boyd invites everyone to read Washington’s inaugural address and to learn how we can amplify American values today.
Generation Z has faced a number of challenges in their youth, but could the biggest impact have come from being overly-sheltered? In the age of participation trophies and gentle parenting, what kinds of kids are we sending into the world? Because they certainly aren't acting like adults. Lenore Skenazy from Reason joins Boyd to talk about how children need to have uncomfortable situations to maturely grow. Parents need to find the balance between supporting their children and letting them figure life out by themselves.
When debating a transition in our energy grid to clean, alternative energy and away from fossil fuels, we can't neglect a key aspect of this discussion: national security. Jay Evensen from Deseret News joins Boyd to talk about this interesting duo. America's enemies in the world aren't making an energy transition. Russia, China, and Iran are relying on oil, gas, and coal to ramp up their military operations and expansionist goals. If we fully commit to break away from fossil fuels now, we could deprive ourselves of vitally important resources at a time when we can least afford it. We need to develop a strategy moving forward to strengthen our national security.
We have all heard the very valid concerns about AI's role in society. However, as we spend more time experimenting with this new technology, people are finding ways AI can be beneficial and have a place within their work. Ohio's efforts to use AI in their regulatory oversight highlights that AI is a friend, not foe. This interesting combination can open doors to regulatory oversight for administrative code, allowing those in charge to focus on the content rather than the process of getting codes approved.Building trust in the government can start with effective processes in a timely manner.
Pornography is a public health crisis that is impacting individuals, relationships, and society in devastating ways. It is becoming increasingly prevalent and people are grappling with finding solutions for themselves and loved ones. Clay Olsen from Fight the New Drug talks about how we need to have more conversations about pornography and the digital age when it pertains to our children. We need to let go of the notion that we can protect our children entirely and adapt to this new challenge. The upcoming Utah Coalition Against Pornography Conference will provide support for those plagued with the harmful effects of pornography. Clay Olsen and others will speak about the hope and healing that can come from overcoming this issue.
Retirement is a big issue in America today, as more and more of our workforce ages out. But what do the retirement prospects look like for many of our seniors? Andrew Biggs from American Enterprise Institute joins Boyd to have a real discussion about retirement and what we need to know about the actual facts and what the data tells us about American retirement savings. More people are working later in life and delaying social security. However it is a small number who are claiming a retirement crisis, despite what society says.
Join Boyd Matheson for a deep dive into all your Monday news! Pamela Paul shines a light on the counterproductive aggrievement culture that's overtaken our society. Understand why divisive language is making the situation in the Middle East even worse with Judith Levine. Hear how inflation is impacting the Federal Reserve even as rates go down from Jeff Cox. Listen in on J.D. Tuccilles' analysis of how America is feeling about freedom of the press and more!
Society tells us it is our civic duty to be engaged and informed voters, but is that really the case? Research shows how extreme self-confidence in one's political knowledge can lead to more polarization.
We need to balance the ideal citizen who knows the whole democratic process but there is a fine line between obsessed and educated.
Boyd wraps up by talking about the White House correspondents’ dinner. Referencing Jesus Rodriguez’s article about the “D.C. stare”, Boyd talks about how people passively listen at these events.Their heads are constantly on the swivel looking for someone with more connections, which creates meaningless conversations all night long.
The “D.C. stare” is not restricted by geography and is all around us. We owe it to the people around us to be wholly present and create genuine connections and impact in people’s lives. The busy world can stop us from noticing the things around us and we owe it to ourselves to be more intentional about being present.
Big celebrations are meaningless if we rely on shallow connections and power grabs. Making a difference starts with being fully present and seeing people deeply.
In the age of social media, expecting the news to function from a common pool of facts never fails to disappoint us. There are officially too many voices making claims to fact check them all, especially when our representatives are relying on bad information. But that wouldn't warrant an assault on the freedom of the press would it? You might be surprised.
J.D. Tuccille from Reason talks with Boyd about how distrust is raging in society throughout the years.Not everyone agrees with what constitutes truths and lies, that is what free expression is all about. We need extended transparency and ongoing debates to create the truth narrative.
People lean towards trusting their political preferences and that determines how they feel about the government. Because of the fluidity of parties in power, it makes trust unstable for society and concerns about the free press.
J.D. Tucille urges people to create their own truth. Society needs engaged citizens with media literacy who turn to numerous sources for news so they stay objective and are not creating confirmation bias.
A new ceasefire proposal is being negotiated in Egypt between Israel and Hamas that would bring about a 6 week pause in the fighting. Strategic Comms Director for the White House, John Kirby, talked about hostage situations and how Hamas should step down. Hamas is creating barriers from working towards peace and the U.S. is not going to quit to find two state solutions and to bring the hostages home.
John Kirby announced that Israel won’t invade Rafah without allowing the U.S. to give input first. This break could give us room to bring more permanent peace within the Middle East.
Secretary of State, Anton Blinken, spoke about how the quickest way for all of this conflict to end is through a ceasefire and the release of all of the hostages.He talked about how the looming invasion of Rafah is not supported by the U.S. and if these negotiations collapse, there’s no plan to protect the civilians.
One of the most prevalent ongoing debates is the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. With generalized labels being thrown around by people and the media, the problem arise that terms, like 'pro-Palestine' and 'pro-Israel', fail to capture the nuanced views held by many people and how harmful that can be to the story's narrative. Judith Levine from The Guardian joins Boyd to discuss these concerns.
They talk about how these labels perpetuate the zero-sum mindset and antagonistic narratives in the Middle East. We need to separate the government from the people because Israeli and Palestinian spaces are interdependent.
We can be critical and compassionate at the same time as we are critical consumers of media. Let’s skip over the complexities and nuances just so we can have a flashy headline and dig deeper into finding solutions to this issue rather than creating more divisions.
Looking back on this week’s Sunday Edition, parents are trying to find the best ways to raise their children in the digital age. Amy Winder Newton and Boyd talk about how parents can create better practices concerning social media.
Children and teens are using social media constantly, according to statistics. This opens a whirlwind of problems like low mental health, loneliness, sleep deprivation, and struggles with human connection.
Society recognizes the concern and is acting to solve the problem. Legislative bills have been passed concerning social media. Utah.gov has come out with some great resources for parents to look at.
Amy Winder Newton urges parents to create time for the family away from screens and prioritize one on one time and delay giving your child a device as much as you can. It can be hard to do these things in a digital society but parents need to stand up and be brave to protect their children.
This year began with a strong and resilient economy, with unemployment remaining low and hopes high for interest rate cuts in the near future. However, things have taken a turn. Recent economic data is showing that inflation is staying persistent and well above the 2% goal set by the Fed. Now, rather than hopes for rate cuts, the conversation is shifting and fears are growing of further rate increases this year.
Jeff Cox from CNBC joins Boyd to talk about how monthly saving rates are down due to people spending more than they are bringing. There are also concerns with the national debt continuing to rise from continued government spending. These red flags are creating problems for the Feds.
While the future is looking bleak, there is still hope. It will take diligent effort and a rocky landing but as we watch spending closely and look for future rate cuts.
America's last election cycles have been plagued with tantrums, immaturity and perhaps most notably: aggrievement. Everybody you talk to will tell you that they have it the hardest. They'll tell you that their problems ought to be taken care of first. It's just what's fair. But when everyone starts crying wolf, how are we supposed to know where the actual problem is? Maybe it's time we got some perspective back and gave our attention to the vulnerable people who really need it. Pamela Paul from the New York Times joins the show.
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Finish off the week with Inside Sources' guest hosts Greg Skordas and Rusty Cannon! Get their take on the Supreme Court's recent rulings on Former President Trump's immunity and the homelessness bans coming out of Oregon. Leah Murray joins the show to comment on the protests in support of Palestine sweeping college campuses across the nation. Greg breaks down how Harvey Weinstein's conviction was overturned in New York, Corey Astill talks about banning non-compete agreements and more!
Guest Hosts Greg Skordas and Rusty Cannon
A small Oregon city’s ban against homeless people sleeping in public places has made its way up to the Supreme Court. A heated debate began, questioning if the ban was against camping on public property or against homelessness itself. Hear each sides arguement and understand how the Supreme Court is leaning.
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Former President Donald Trump is claiming absolute immunity should shield him from civil lawsuits over his actions in office, including his role inciting the January 6th Capitol attack. It's a legal battle that could redefine the limits of presidential powers. Experts are weighing in on the high-stakes case that will test if commanders-in-chief can be held accountable through the court system. Perry Russom from ABC joins the show with his coverage of the trial.
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University quads have become battlegrounds over the escalating violence between Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza. With tensions running high, these passionate but divided protesters are putting renewed pressure on administrations to take an official stance on this inflammatory conflict. Leah Murray from Weber State joins Greg and Rusty with her take on the issue.
Guest Hosts: Greg Skordas and Rusty Cannon
In an unexpected decision, the New York Court of Appeals has overturned the criminal ruling against former movie producer Harvey Weinstein. Allegations against Mr. Weinstein sparked the #MeToo movement in 2017. What was the legal basis for overturning his conviction? And what will happen now in his case? Find out if the same thing could happen to his conviction in California.
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This week, the Federal Trade Commission voted to ban the inclusion of non-compete agreements in employee contracts. Though they have been a standard practice for a long time in many industries, non-competes are viewed negatively by workers. Will this ban stick, or will the challenges to it overturn the decision? What effect could it have on the American economy? Corey Astill joins the show to explain the decision.
Guest Hosts: Greg Skordas and Rusty Cannon
Tomorrow the Utah GOP will hold a nominating convention at the Salt Palace to decide who they want on the primary ballot to replace Sen. Mitt Romney in the coming election in November. It's going to be a very busy day for Utah's Republican policymakers and delegates. So, who is in the running? And who can we expect to see come out on top? Brigham Tomco from Deseret News joins the show to tell us all about it.
Take on Thursday with Boyd Matheson and get past the day's biggest headlines. Learn the radical importance of Passover from Rabbi Shai Held. Listen in to Derek Browns and Brent Orrin Hatch's Utah based campaigns. Understand taxpayer’s position in clean energy with Devin Hartman and more!
Americans have started a bad habit of ignoring our problems simply because we can. We’ve stopped flexing our problem-solving muscle and it’s a complete denial of what it means to be American. Just because we have time to ignore an issue doesn’t mean we should. We are capable and we need to start acting like it again.
Our nation has been debating about the right action to take regarding climate and environmental policy for a very long time. Different voices have different ideas about the best course of action to take, while we all want to leave the planet in better condition than we found it. But there's an important, crucial voice that is too often missing from these discussions: the American taxpayer. How can we start having a better conversation to produce better outcomes? Devin Hartman from R-Street joins the show.
Public service is often hard, thankless work, and much of it doesn't reach top headlines or gain recognition. But it is necessary work that does deserve some recognition now and then, and an organization right here in Utah is making that happen. The Orrin G. Hatch foundation has chosen their recipient for this year's Titan of Public Service Award. Executive Director of the Orrin Hatch Foundation, Matt Sandgren joins the show.
The holiday of Passover is currently being celebrated by Jewish people around the world in remembrance of their Exodus from Egypt. The lessons to be learned from this holiday are meant for all of us and are crucial to remember now more than ever. Shai Held joins the show.
We're continuing our coverage of the race that will elect Utah's next U.S. Senator. Today Boyd is joined by Brent Orrin Hatch.
This November Utahns will vote for not only the President, but also our representatives here in our state. Attorney General Sean Reyes has announced that he won't run for re-election. So who is running to fill the office? And what is their message to the people of Utah? Derek Brown joins the show to talk about his candidacy.
Colorful drawings with uplifting messages hang on a fence at the site of the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, where 11 died. The cheerful images serve as reminders of the compassion that followed the tragedy. Those overseeing the site, which is being transformed into a community center, stressed remembering both the good and bad. Kelsey Dallas from Deseret News joins the show.
The President gives his message after passage of foreign aid in Congress. What will Ukraine do with the aid coming to them? Boyd talks with Elaina Plott Calabro about her time spent with Speaker Mike Johnson, a relatively unknown political figure thrust into the spotlight, taking the lead on America's most contentious current issues.
Boyd talks about the lessons he learned from his conversation with journalist Bob Woodward, and the presidency of Gerald Ford.
The nation is watching our college campuses become centers of student protest, demonstration, and disruption over the issue of Israel and their war in Gaza. This movement began as an effort at Colombia University by students to demand that their school separate financially from the nation of Israel. But it's turned into something more demanding and more disruptive. Boyd talks about the grievance culture overwhelming discussion in American politics.
We talk at length on this show about the need to address the coming social security crisis. The topic of entitlement reform has become a no-go zone for all political sides. The funds for our entitlement programs are not unlimited, and we will run out of money for these programs sooner than most people think. But some are working on finding solutions. What is happening with state pensions that could provide a roadmap for saving social security? Chris McIsaac from R-Street Institute joins Boyd on Inside Sources.
In the nearly six months of his speakership, Johnson has gone from being a complete mystery to many Americans, to being at the center of the most critical debates over our national policy. With his almost accidental election, no one knew how he would lead. So, what is his leadership style, and what do we need to know more about our Speaker? Elaina Plott Calabro from The Atlantic joins the show.
It is a heated election year in the US, and as things scale up on a national level, we want to turn our focus to what's happening on our local level. In our election coverage, we break down what races are happening, who is running, and what they are running on. Today, Boyd talks with candidate Colby Jenkins who is running for Congress in Utah's 2nd district.
After decades of economic growth, China is now facing economic distress from years of imbalanced policies that have inflated massive housing and credit bubbles. With China has the world's second largest economy, this could have dire consequences for other countries, including the U.S. How has China has gotten in this predicament? What does the situation look like right now? Desmond Lachman from the American Enterprise Institute joins the show.
Yesterday the spending package for foreign aid was passed and was signed into law by the President this morning. After long delays, weapons and ammo are headed to Ukraine to help in the fight against Russia's invasion. What is being sent, and what are the Ukrainians plans to hold their line against Russia? Mark Toth joins the show and talks strategy with Boyd.
Last night, the Senate voted on the foreign aid package sent to them by the House earlier this week. They overwhelmingly passed it. Now, needed aid is headed to our allies to bolster efforts against Russia, China, Hamas and Iran, while providing crucial humanitarian aid to those suffering in the warzones. What was the President's message to the country and the world? Boyd breaks down the latest messaging coming from the White House.
Boyd talks with Rep. Blake Moore about the leadership of Speaker of the House Mike Johnson and the foreign aid legislation. Frank Bruni discusses how to cultivate a more optimistic outlook for our country. And Curtis Morley talks about building authentic emotional health, and how to avoid counterfeit emotions that disconnect us.
Boyd talks about an important lesson learned at a business school, and how to engage as a leader with those around us.
Living a fulfilled and authentic life takes time, effort, and patience. We need to learn about ourselves, how we feel, and how we can respond to our feelings. But counterfeit emotions can often get in the way of our personal development and cause disconnection with ourselves and those around us. What are counterfeit emotions? How can we tell the difference between authentic and counterfeit, and increase our emotional health? Curtis Morley joins the show.
If you listen to some leading media and political voices in America today, you may be convinced that our nation is headed towards free fall. That nothing is good, everything is bad, and your grievance is the most important thing. And too many people are increasingly convinced of this very message. But is this really the case? Maybe what we really need as a country is a healthy dose of optimism. Frank Bruni talks with Boyd about how to change the conversation.
Americans are becoming sicker due to age or poor health, and our chronic disease problem is only getting bigger. Prevention programs have the potential to help reverse this trend, and could even be implemented into our federal budgeting process. Dan Crippen talks with Boyd about these programs and their benefits.
Today, the Senate will debate and vote on the foreign aid legislation recently passed in the House of Representatives. The $95 billion dollar package has a big price tag, so what is actually in this legislation? Where is the money going? And will US weapons manufacturers be able to replenish the vast amount of weapons and ammunition that are being bought? Matthew Petti from Reason Magazine joins the show.
We've followed the House of Representatives and the Senate for a long time as the debate over foreign aid was carried out. Now we have legislation going to the Senate for a vote, and $95 billion dollars allocated for our allies in military, humanitarian, and other needs. How does Republican leadership feel about the final bills? What convinced Speaker Johnson and others to pursue this course of action? Utah Representative Blake Moore joins the show.
Start your week off with Boyd Matheson and an inside look into the day's biggest news! Hear about the beginning of Passover from Rabbi Brad Hirschfield. Get a look at the inner-workings of Congress from Nick Robertson. Michael Powell joins to talk about the inflation disconnect between classes. Understand the aid vote from this weekend and more!
Populism is a dangerous tool that politicians across the spectrum use to maintain the status quo and therefore their power. The United States wants to be led, but the politicians are fighting for themselves instead of the little guys. Americans are convinced the game is rigged and their losing faith in a better future.
Is changing our perspective of the economy holding us back? There's a negative-sum mindset that is tanking our collective growth. What would happen if we understood that we can all excel without forcing anyone else to take a loss? Michael Kofoed joins the show.
We have covered the very long saga of President Biden's attempts to relieve Americans' massive amount of student debt. He's been taking even bigger swings since campaign season started, but has he always planned on striking out? People are starting to wonder if the President ever planned on getting these plans passed after the block from the Supreme Court. Jennifer Graham from Deseret joins the show.
It seems like nobody agrees on the state of the economy. Despite several politicians and economists boasting that we're finally coming out of the darkness, inflation is lower and interest rates are down, regular people are still feeling the effects of skyrocketing prices. A massive amount of Americans are spending absurd amounts of their paychecks on food and rent - so where is the disconnect? Michael Powell from the Atlantic joins the show.
Neville Chamberlain isn't a well known figure in American culture, but he's a major figure in 20th century political memory. Today, his name is usually thrown as a perjorative against perceived capitulation or appeasement. Who was Mr. Chamberlain? And what lessons can we learn from him, beyond the usual references to appeasement? Kevin Williamson joins the show.
How effective is the current congress at passing legislation and doing their job for the American people? Congress is passing less legislation and pulling each other further and further to the ends of the political spectrum to achieve their goals. And the result isn't good, not for those working in Congress and for the American people. What can be done about this? Nick Robertson from The Hill joins the show.
Tonight, when the sun sets, another Passover will begin for those of the Jewish faith. There are many lessons from that first Passover that can apply to us today, struggling with the darkness and uncertain state of the world. The world has been cast in this uncertainty before, and we know the dark always passes to a new day. Rabbi Brad Hirschfield joins the show.
After many months of delay and debate, the House of Representatives has passed a series of bills relating to foreign aid to our allies. The bills covered military and humanitarian aid to Israel and Gaza, Ukraine, and aid to Taiwan. The legislation will go to the Senate where it has the chance to pass as soon as tomorrow, and go to the President's desk.
Finish out your week with Boyd Matheson and break down the days biggest headlines. Robert Sherman joins the show from Tel Aviv to give us a live update on how everyone in Israel is coping after the attack on Iran. Wilfred McClay stresses the importance of having a civic education lest we lose our national identity. Former chief of staff for President George H.W. Bush, Jean Becker talks to Boyd about her brand new book. What is going on in the presidential candidates camps and more!
Twenty-five years later, Boyd reflects on the tragedy of the Columbine High Schoool massacre. This horrible attack brought the world to a small town in Colorado and would come to be the beginning of a vicous series of school shootings. Everyone agrees that the outcome needs to change, but how? We need to reinstate the value of integrity to protect our communitites.
The nature of the friendships in our lives change over time, like all things. But today, men are reporting having fewer friends than ever, and are reporting higher levels of feeling isolated and lonely. How can we address this troubling trend and start connecting with each other? Michael Mooney joins the show.
It's always a pleasure to talk to the extraordinary people and great thinkers that reflect our nations identity. Jean Becker was President George H.W. Bush's chief of staff for over twenty years and has reflected on her time with President Bush in her new book: Character Matters...And Other Life Lessons from George H. W. Bush.
It's time for our weekly segment following the latest updates in presidential politics leading up to the 2024 election. What are the presidential candidates doing in the run-up to the summer conventions? Will we see presidential debates this year?
Israel has responded to the Iranian strike against them last weekend with a drone attack of their own, striking targets in Iran and Syria. Will this be the last flare up of direct hostilities between the two nations? Robert Sherman joins the show from Tel Aviv.
As the vote on foreign aid progresses in the House, some Republicans are angry at the Speaker for changing his position and showing support for the legislation. The President gave his approval on the Speaker's plan, which might be the only time they've agreed on anything. So what changed the Speaker's tune on Ukraine aid? Jennifer Haberkorn joins the show.
What happens when Americans don't understand the struggles that provided their freedoms? They lose the foundation that binds that together. It’s time to raise the expectation of civic understanding in higher education and reap the benefits of national integrity. Wilfred McClay joins the show.
Get an inside look on the week's biggest stories with Boyd Matheson! Nahal Toosi joins the show to stress the importance of the Biden Administration taking on an Iran plan. Understand why more government intervention isn’t always a good thing with Marc Hyden. Eric Bohem looks at the real effect of President Biden's new steel tariffs. Case Lawrence tells Boyd about his hopeful run for Congress and more!
Boyd takes a glance back at our representatives' leadership the past few days. The Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson and the Minority Leader, Hakeem S. Jeffries have finally started showing up like our legislators are supposed to. As Speaker Johnson presents his foreign aid packages, both parties are urging their peers to be on the right side of history.
In another play for the Steel Unions votes, President Biden has announced even more steel tariffs. The ever-rising taxes are meant to discourage imported steel from places like China, but will they work? Have they ever worked before? Why are both presidential candidates so focused on adding more? Eric Boehm from Reason joins the show.
Congressional hopeful Case Lawrence joins Boyd to talk about his run for U.S. Congress. Case explains why he believes his entrepreneurial success would be an aid to Utah in these urgent times. KSL continues its birdseye coverage of the race.
What happens when the government tries to fix problems caused by their intervention with more intervention? Well, the housing market is a perfect example. And for all the tax credit and cash-assistance, rates of home ownership continue to flat line. Marc Hyden from R-Street joins the show.
Iran spent years increasing its influence in the Middle East through the use of proxy paramilitary groups such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis in Yemen. It launched a strike against Israel over the weekend and now the world waits to see what an Israeli response to this attack will look like. What has been the U.S. strategy to counter Iran? The short answer: there isn't one. Nahal Toosi from POLITICO joins the show.
Today, after long delays, foreign aid legislation may make it onto the House floor for a vote. Rather than use the bill passed in the Senate, foreign aid will instead be broken up into a series of 4 bills that each member will vote on. Will they pass? And will the aid get to Ukraine and Israel in time to make the difference on the battlefield?
Spend Wednesday afternoon with Boyd Matheson and get an inside look on the country’s biggest issues. Ronald Brownstein breaks down how America's action in the Middle East might impact President Biden's reelection. Hear how Europe's expectations for U.S. aid are changing as the war against Ukraine continues from Dan Lamothe. Ron Bailey emphasizes the importances of maintaining our legacy of progress. Presidential campaign updates and more!
A startling amount of Americans do not believe their childrens future is going to get brighter. There is a pervasive cultural pessimism infecting our once entreprenurial country, but now is not the time to rest on our laurels. We must maintain faith in the nation that was built in the parenthasizes of a crazy idea. We are capable of solving big problems, it's time to act like it.
If you're keeping up with the media, it might seem like the world is revolving around Gaza. Well, it's very possible the Biden Administrations next move in the Middle East will be the thing that decides the 2024 Presidential Election. Democrats and Independents alike are growing more and more intolerant of President Bidens passive criticism of Netanyahu. But what voters will he lose if he does take a stand for the Palestinian people? Ronald Brownstein from The Atlantic joins the show.
Cynicism is plaguing more than just our politics. Our everyday lives have been weighed down by complacency, mindlessly taking the world-changing inventions of the 20th century for granted with little motivation to move forward. When would happen if we found our way back to the innovation that once defined our nation? Ronald Bailey from Reason joins the show.
Dr. Frank Glatz, Managing Director of Contact Organics, joins the show to talk about the importance of agricultural innovation and how Utah is fostering the field.
MaShel West, founder of Friends on the Spectrum, joins the show to talk about the impact programs like hers can make when we open our hearts. Giving our autistic children a community, a space to call their own, is a crucial step to their wellbeing.
The President is on a campaign blitz this week across the state of Pennsylvania. Yesterday he spoke in Scranton, today he will give remarks in Pittsburgh, and then go to Philadelphia on Thursday. He is using this week to contrast his own world with that of Donald Trump as much as possible. Posturing himself as a man of the people who is doing work for the people, while Trump belongs to the world of the super wealthy, and serves their interests. Will this messaging help his campaign as much as he needs to win re-election in November?
As the world focuses its attention on the Middle East in the aftermath of the recent attack on Israel by Iran, Russia is continuing its war of aggression into Ukraine. Needed aid from the U.S. may be passed as soon as this week, but delays and other issues have strained the relationship between Kiev and Washington DC. How is this playing out, and what is the effect on the Ukrainian war effort? Dan Lamothe from the Washington Post joins the show.
The nation shows an attitude of apathy towards the latest in the string of trials involving Donald Trump. Is the media more interested in this trial than the people? Jessica Lowe founded an organization called Be a Little Too Kind. They are making a difference everyday. Boyd breaks down the plan to vote on foreign aid legislation led by Speaker Mike Johnson.
As tax season comes to a close, Boyd reflects on the principle of compound interest. It applies to money, and to the knowledge and habits we develop throughout our lives.
This election season has been plagued with too much finger pointing, slander and just plain old bad behavior. In a perfect world, we wouldn't have to deal with mis and disinformation coming from the highest offices in our nation, but here we are. So how do we cope with the new political normal? Steven Greenhut from the R-Street Institute joins the show.
Since Iran's attack on Israel over the weekend, there has been some concern about the comparison between Irans and Russia's military strategy. It is no secret that the two nations are engaged in weapon deals, but are they sharing battle strategies too? Are these two conflicts more connected than we initially thought? Col. Jonathan Sweet joins the show.
This week could see a vote on the foreign aid legislation that has been delayed and debated for months. Remember, when Congress left at the end of 2023 we were talking about this issue. But the attack by Iran on Israel has changed the equation and increased the urgency of US aid to our allies. So what does the path forward look like?
The Small Business Administration, or SBA, provides crucial support for small business owners all across the nation and right here in Utah. Dilawar Syed is the deputy administrator of the SBA, and is in the state of Utah to speak with global business leaders at the World Trade Center Utah. He talks with Boyd about the power of small businesses and how the SBA can help support Utah business owners.
Yesterday we were joined by Curtis Bennett, Executive Director of One Kind Act, to talk about the amazing summit that took place at the University of Utah last weekend. Today, we're keeping up our streak of community warriors on the show. Jessica Lowe is the founder of Be a Little Too Kind, an organization focused on feeding those in need in the Salt Lake Valley.
On the heels of March Madness, BYU has announced their new basketball coach: Kevin Young. KSL's own Mitch Harper joins Boyd to dive into what this means for the team.
If you tune into the national media today, you may think most of the country is carefully watching the latest trial of former President Trump as it begins in New York. But seeing the proceedings inside and outside the courtroom paints a very different picture. A mostly empty courtroom, a disinterested public, apathetic at the latest Trump legal drama. What impact will this have on the 2024 election?
Start off your week with Boyd and get past the headlines on the day's biggest stories. Take a look into what will come of Iran’s attack on Israel over the weekend with Robert Sherman and understand how it will affect the Speaker of the House with the help of Theo Meyer. Curtis Bennet, the Executive Direct of One Kind Act, joins the show to talk about the One Kind Act Summit that happened this past weekend. Eric Boehm fills us in on the biggest Tax Day qualms and More!
Boyd look back on the developing situation between Israel and Iran. How will this affect the conflict in Gaza? Will Speaker Johnson be able to pass an adequate aid package? Revisit the myth that Billionaires are only paying 8% in taxes. Why does this rumor persist despit being dubunked? The bottom line is that no one is happy with their taxes or what they're being used for. It's time for a change on a public stage.
Stephanie McCrummen joins Boyd to take a deep dive into her cover story for the Atlatic. In the name of conservation, the African government has snatched hundreds of acres of land away from its indigenous people, the Maasai. Is boosted tourism worth the death of a culture? Does the government have the right to do this? Stephanie McCrummen from the Atlantic joins the show.
We're coming back to the Middle East discussion to understand how this will affect the aid battle in congress, specifically Speaker Johnson's ability to get controversial funding passed. Theodoric Meyer walks through the Speakers three most likely options in his Post piece today.
We can't forget that real change starts at home. Without the first small step into your community, towards your neighbor, the big goals we are all reaching towards will never come. An organization that exemplifies this philosophy is the Inn Between, reaching out in the community everyday to change lives. Executive Director Jillian Olmsted joins the show.
Curtis Bennet, the Executive Director of One Kind Act, has made it his mission to increase kindness in the world, one day, one person, and one kind act at a time. The extraordinary work done by the One Kind Act a Day charity has transformed the lives of so many since its beginning, and continues their work around the world today.
It's April 15th and the nation has united to bemoan the last day to file your 2023 taxes on time. With tax season comes the conversation of who should be paying more when everyone wants to be paying less. What does a fair share look like when most Americans don't understand how things are divided now? Eric Boehm from Reason joins the show.
The world is still reeling from the attacks that took place over the weekend when Iran launched a series of missile and drone attacks against Israel. Thankfully, due to the Iron Dome, the skill of Israeli and American servicemen and women and the help of our allies, no one was killed from these attacks and minimal damage was done. But now we have to unpack what comes next. Robert Sherman from NewsNation joins the show.
Spend Thursday Afternoon with Boyd Matheson and get past the headlines on the days biggest stories. Representative John Curtis joins the show to discuss the EXPLORE Act and the importance of protecting Utahs natural wonders. Tim Shriver and Natalie Gouchner have a conversation on the importance of human dignity. Tal Wilk-Glazer talk about the Utah Agritech Summit all the way from Israel and More!
Boyd reflects on the honorable and admirable legacy Mayor Ted Wilson left behind on April 11, 2024. What does it take for a man to truly change his community for the better? To create an expectation of commitment and greatness for those around him? And most importantly, to be a friend to all?
Former mayor of Salt Lake City, Ted Wilson passed earlier today at the age of 84. "Mayor Ted" was a true statesman, community influencer and leaves a legacy to celebrate and emmulate. Jason Perry from the HInckley Institute of Politics and KSL 5 TVs Carole Mikita join Boyd to reflect on the principle that drove an extraordinary life.
Our nation seems to be stuck in an age of rage and a season of unreason – where the cancer of contempt is undermining our confidence in our country and unraveling not only our trust in the institutions of our constitutional republic – but fraying the fabric of trust we have with each other as neighbors and fellow citizens. Many so-called leaders have resorted to political finger-pointing or finger wagging, while others have simply shrugged their shoulders saying “It’s not my job!” Two people who have taken a decidedly different direction to driving elevated dialogue and re-enthroning respect for human dignity are our friends Tim Shriver and Natalie Gouchner.
Tal Wilk-Glazer joins the show from Israel to speak on how Utah acts as a global agricultural intersection. The Agritech Summit will run from April 15th-18th in St. George, Utah!
Possibly the most important conversation we can have on this show is the conversation of our children's future. What kind of world are we leaving our kids and our grandkids and their kids? How can we make it better for them? Well, it's possible that this shared question could strengthen the Biden campaign in crucial swing states. But how exactly could accessible childcare re-elect President Biden? Professor Bruce Ackerman joins the show.
Utahns are passionate about the unique and incredible outdoor spaces that can be found throughout our state. Protecting these spaces of natural wonder is critically important, as is improving access so more people can share in the benefits of exploring the great outdoors. Rep. John Curtis is leading legislation to protect these places through the EXPLORE Act.
Take on Wednesdays biggest stories with Boyd Matheson. Get a deeper understanding of the United States' role in the United Nations call for ceasefire in Gaza. Hear from J.D. Tuccille on Americas developing dictatorship problem. Get past the headlines on the FAFSA failure trial, the visit from Japans Prime Minister and more!
If you only focus on lifes big issues, you'll miss the little things that move us forwards. The only way to succeed, whether it be in policy or personal life, small moments are the only ways to create larger waves. Boyd asks us to keep focus on our everyday actions and remember that little things build life.
We would all like to see a little less dysfunction and a little more function in Congress. One of the obstacles to slowing down legislation is the current rules surrounding the motion to vacate. Today, it is far too easy for disgruntled lawmakers to threaten to replace the Speaker of the House and throw the process into chaos, as we saw play out last year in the ouster of Kevin McCarthy. However, previously under Nancy Pelosi, it was impossible to vacate the Speakership. What if a simple change could be made that could find a better place in between these extremes? Robert Oldham joins the show.
Democracy is messy, it feels slow and cumbersome, and can too often fail to live up to its place as an ideal system of government. And in American democracy today, there is far too much focus on beating enemies of the opposite political party. How do we change this without giving anyone unilateral power and giving up on our democratic process? J.D. Tuccille from Reason joins the show.
The Biden administration had an idea as part of their education policy. Let's make the process to apply for financial aid easier. The program known as FAFSA helps millions of students get help from the federal government to attend college. However, as they implemented their plan, it turns out it wasn't as easy as it seemed. Now, glitches in the system have delayed thousands of students from applying for and receiving aid.
We've been talking about the noticeable shift surrounding the situation in Gaza and things are getting more complicated by the day. Despite the United Nations call for ceasefire in Gaza last month, Hamas and Israel have not been able to come to an agreement. There's also of global opinion, missing hostages and US obligation to consider. But what is the world proposing President Biden do? Is there an end in sight and who is part of it?
When things get tough, look to your friends. This piece of wisdom is more applicable today than ever in the world, and the United States needs friends to tackle the many challenges facing our nation and the world. Today, the White House is hosting the leader of one of our greatest friends, the nation of Japan. What are we trying to accomplish together?
Join Boyd Matheson to get a jump on Tuesdays best stories. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson calls in with Representative Celeste Maloy to discuss the state of Congress and the values we should be striving to get back to. Fiona Harrigan joins the show to analyze the constitutionality of President Bidens actions against the Houthis. Patrick Marley gives up an Inside Look on how recent changes to voter laws might impact the presidential election and more!
Boyd takes a look back at the show, noting the thread of unintended consequences strewn throughout our stories today. How far does government reach go before Americas are left cleaning up the collateral damage? To ensure we keep our elected officials accountable, we ought to require transparency in front of the American people.
The Presidential election in November promises to be a close one - you can tell by the way our candidates are scrambling across every swing state in the country. Republicans and Democrats are both desperate to get their majority to the voting booths and, in some cases, keep their opponents supporters away. How have voting laws changed since the last election and what does that mean for our polls? Patrick Marley from The Washington Post joins the show.
As Americans continue to feel the effects of inflation despite the allegedly sound economy, the Federal Reserve is setting their sights on credit card regulation. President Biden talked about doing away with "junk fees" in his State of the Union address and now, Senator Durbin has taken on "swipe-fees:" the 1-3% your credit card company charges you for use. But is a world without fees really the utopia it seems to be? Eric Boehm from Reason joins the show.
The conflict in Gaza has caused ripples of violence across the Middle East. The U.S, in its defense of Israel, has found itself at odds with the Houthis. The Yemen-based group has sabotaged multiple international trade routes as well as staged several attacks against American troops and their allies. President Biden has responded in kind, green-lighting airstrikes to keep the Houthis at bay. But is he within his rights? Or is he the latest in a long line of Presidents ignoring the role of Congress in waging war? Fiona Harrigan from Reason joins the show.
If you don't know what the Chevron Doctrine is, we don't blame you. But the legal standard set in a 1984 Supreme Court case has had a large effect on all of our lives. It's a legal test that refers many legal questions over regulation back to the federal agency to interpret their own rules. It has given regulatory agencies massive power in our policy making process for 40 years. And this current court could reverse this standard, but what happens after that? Kevin Kosar from AEI joins the show.
Senator Mitt Romney announces he won't run for reelection in the US Senate; Rep. Chris Stewart reflects on his decade of service in the US of House of Representatives as he wraps up his time there; Lawmakers launch the bipartisan What Works Caucus to weed out where taxpayer dollars are being used effectively, and where they're not.
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Senator Mitt Romney announced that he would not be running for reelection today. He'll finish his term in the Senate in January 2025... but then he's done. Boyd breaks down why he's stepping down.
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During the last fiscal year... the federal government collected nearly $5 trillion in taxes. That money is put towards a variety of programs and policies... some of which have been duplicated, forgotten about, or are no longer needed. Now a bipartisan group in Congress is trying to find out what's working... and what isn't. Reps. Blake Moore (R-UT) and Gary Landsman (D-OH) join to discuss the bipartisan What Works Caucus.
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Representative John Curtis recently hosted the 2nd annual Conservative Climate Summit. He joins Boyd to discuss the conversations we should be having about the climate. Plus, he gives his insight into what's happening with Congress and its job to fund the government.
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Vice President Kamala Harris is under increased scrutiny as President Biden's age comes into focus ahead of the 2024 election. Harris has been working hard to boost her image. But Niall Stanage from The Hill says there are 5 important questions that need to be answered.
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The governor of New Mexico announced that she would be suspending the carrying of guns in public under a new 'public health order.' She said that she was declaring an emergency which gave her new powers. But JD Tuccille from Reason says this trend of declaring an emergency doesn't give leaders unlimited powers, especially not to restrict Constitutional rights.
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Lots of goodbyes today. Senator Mitt Romney has announced that he will not run for reelection in the Senate. He will finish his term in January of 2025. But another member of Utah's delegation will wrap up his time in Congress in the next 48 hours: Congressman Chris Stewart. He joins Boyd to reflect on his decade of service in the US House of Representatives.
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House Speaker Kevin McCarthy directs the House to open an impeachment inquiry into President Biden rather than focusing on funding the government; The DOJ's antitrust case against Google goes to trial today; Former Ambassador Ronald Neumann explains why diplomacy matters for the US, the world, and even at your kitchen table.
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Boyd gives his insights into being diplomats in our lives. He gives his takeaways from discussing diplomacy with Ambassador Ron Neumann, and the possibility of a diplomatic reserve corps.
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Ronald Neumann is a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State and former Ambassador to Algeria, Bahrain and Afghanistan. He's in town with the Utah Global Diplomacy, and he joins Boyd in studio to talk about the importance of civilian diplomacy.
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There's a lot happening on the world stage this week. The Biden administration is moving forward with a deal to unfreeze $6 billion in Iranian assets in exchange for the release of American hostages. Boyd breaks down how the administration is defending this deal, whether the funds will be monitored, and if this will lead to more hostage taking.
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In 2019, Utah passed a law that gives survivors of severe crimes the opportunity to have the Attorney General's office take a second look at their case. Since then, every case has involved sexual assault. But a new KSL investigative series finds that many of them aren't being prosecuted. Daniella Rivera and Keira Fairmont from KSL TV joins to discuss their investigation.
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The DOJ's anti-trust lawsuit against tech giant Google goes to trial today. It's the first major antitrust case since the late 90s and the first of the 'Big Tech' cases to go to trial. Jennifer Huddleston from the Cato Institute breaks down what's at stake, why it matters, and how being big isn't always bad.
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If Congress doesn't pass a budget by the end of the month then the government will shut down. 40 years ago, the idea of America's government shutting down didn't exist. It just didn't happen. But Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute says a divided Congress, lack of incentives, and a lack of skin in the game has led to less budgeting and more continuing resolutions and shutdowns.
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The US House is back... and their first order of business? To open an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. Boyd says this is just a distraction from Congress' inability to do its real job: to fund the government before midnight on October 1st.
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Today marks 22 years since the September 11th terrorist attacks. Boyd reflects on that day and chats with senior editor for the Washington Post Marc Fisher who was in the newsroom that day; President Biden's campaign and associated Super PACs have launched an ad blitz to boost his image amid low poll numbers; UVU President Astrid Tuminez sat down with Boyd for KSL TV's Sunday Edition to discuss access to higher education.
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Over the weekend, Coco Gauff won the US Open and the cameras caught a powerful moment where Coco kneeled to pray. Also this weekend, Chuck Todd signed off for the last time on NBC's Meet the Press, stressing the importance of education. Boyd discusses the lessons from Coco's exciting new beginning and Chuck Todd's goodbye.
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Over the weekend on KSL's Sunday Edition, Boyd sat down with the president of Utah Valley University, Dr. Astrid Tuminez. Dr. Tuminez is the seventh president of the university and the first woman to serve as the institution’s full-time president. They discussed access to higher education and how universities contribute to a thriving democracy.
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22 years ago today... terrorists flew two planes into the World Trade Center buildings, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania. During such an emotional, tragic day... journalists rushed into quiet newsrooms to gather information and tell the stories of that day. Marc Fisher was in the Washington Post's newsroom on 9/11 and joins the show to talk about his experience, the silence on the streets, and the interconnectedness of the American people.
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Political campaigns at every level are collecting data. And more than ever before, they are at a high risk of being hacked. How widespread is this problem? And if campaigns aren't able to protect their online operations, will that grow into distrust in our election process? Michael Kaiser from Defending Digital Campaigns talks about his work reinforcing cybersecurity for campaigns.
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President Biden's re-election campaign as well as Super PACS backing the president are launching a full on ad blitz. The president has been struggling in the polls... with his approval rating dropping to 39% in the latest CNN poll. Will these ads be able to help boost his image? Leigh Ann Caldwell from the Washington Post joins the show to discuss President Biden's ad strategy and what insights it gives us into his campaign.
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Today marks the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks that changed the world forever. How can we best reflect on that day? And do something a little bit more that makes a difference in our communities? Boyd gives his insight on what that day's legacy should be today.
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Federal Reserve Bank President Mary Daly joins Boyd in studio to discuss how inflation is impacting Utah and the rest of the country as well as the Fed's path forward; President Biden arrives at the G20 where he plans to pitch investments to developing countries, just like China; Tomorrow, millions of Americans will unite for the 9/11 National Day of Service.
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Tomorrow, President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will celebrate his 99th birthday. Executive Editor of the Church News, Sarah Weaver, joins Inside Sources to discuss some of the highlights from his life and ministry. Plus, today is Elder Cook's 83rd birthday!
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Next week, the House will return... and the fight to pass a year-long budget will begin. Speaker McCarthy has some big obstacles to getting that done... the biggest one being a stubborn Freedom Caucus that's demanding even more cuts to spending. Henry Olsen from the Washington Post suggests a few ways McCarthy can break through the gridlock in his own party.
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President Joe Biden is taking 'Bidenomics' to the world stage. While at the G20 Summit in India, the president will court developing nations with an investment-first strategy, which is what China has been doing for decades. Gavin Bade from Politico joins Boyd to explain what this strategy will look like in action.
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During this election cycle, and many before this one, GOP candidates have declared that they will abolish the Department of Education. But what would happen if elected officials actually followed through (which they never have)? Rick Hess from the American Enterprise Institute explains the history of the department and what it would mean to abolish it.
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It's time to analyze this week's presidential candidates, which, as Boyd says, is like trying to smell the color seven. This week, Nikki Haley saw a big jump in the polls. President Biden is in India for the G20. And the other candidates are busy campaigning in those crucial primary states. Boyd breaks down everything you need to know from this week.
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As we approach the anniversary of 9/11, the legacy of that tragic day is more than the act of terror itself. It's what happened afterwards, when Americans united to help each other. David Paine is the CEO and co-founder of the 9/11 National Day of Service, which began in 2002. He joins Boyd to discuss how this day began and what's happening nationally and in Utah tomorrow.
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For regular Americans... all we know is that everything seems to be more expensive. But for the Fed... data is everything. Mary Daly, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, is watching the inflation numbers closely. She joins Boyd in studio to discuss the economy, what she's hearing on the ground in her district, and shaping monetary policy moving forward.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence delivers a speech in New Hampshire calling for a return to conservativism and condemning populism; Nikki Haley beats President Biden in a head-to-head matchup, according to a new CNN poll; Russia and North Korea pursue an arms deal, raising red flags in the US.
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Boyd discusses four things we should do when we're in the middle of heated political debates.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis began his campaign as the clear alternative to Donald Trump as the Republican nominee. He had a lot of big donors flocking to his campaign. But now, many of those big donors are ditching him. Alex Isenstadt from Politico breaks down why they're leaving, where they're going, and what it means for DeSantis' campaign.
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Later this month, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un may visit Putin in Moscow to negotiate a potential arms deal with Russia which continues to wage war in Ukraine. Anthony Ruggiero from the Foundation for Defense Democracies explains what the coming together of these two countries would mean and how the US should respond.
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Those who are associated with the nation's former presidents seem to be worried about the direction of the country. Boyd breaks down a rare joint statement signed by 13 presidential libraries warning of our fragile democracy and encouraging pluralism, respectful dialogue, and a commitment to our nation's founding principles and institutions.
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Secretary of State Anthony Blinken made a surprise trip to Kyiv yesterday... and announced $1 billion more in aid to Ukraine. Congress is also returning to DC this week where they will have to consider appropriating even more aid to Ukraine. Laura Kelly from The Hill joins Boyd from Poland to discuss how Europe views US leadership in Ukraine and where Congress stands.
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CNN has come out with a new poll that shows President Biden trailing Republican candidate Nikki Haley in a head-to-head matchup. Clearly, Nikki Haley has been gaining momentum since her performance at the GOP Primary Debate in Milwaukee last month. But Boyd wonders if she can turn this moment into a movement that can help her win the Republican nomination.
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Yesterday the former Vice President Mike Pence delivered a campaign speech in New Hampshire that asked a very important question. Will the Republican party be led by conservatives? Or by populists? It was a big speech, echoing one given by Ronald Regan in 1964. Boyd examines his message and how it will impact Pence's place in the race for 2024.
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It's the day after election, and Celeste Maloy is in the lead to replace Congressman Chris Stewart; Senate Republicans are throwing their support behind Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnel despite his freezing episodes; Utah households have more debt than any other state in the nation.
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Guest hosts Maura Carabello and Derek Brown break down what to watch as the special election rolls along, give analysis on the current state of things, and predict what will come next.
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September is Suicide Prevention Month. One group of people that really struggles with mental health and thoughts of suicide is our veteran community. Cory Pearson from the Department of Veterans and Military Affairs joins to discuss suicide prevention efforts and how we can destigmatize mental health among veterans.
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During the last legislative session, the Utah legislature in conjunction with the Governor, created a new organization called Utah Water Ways. It's patterned after U Care... and the Utah legislature appropriated a decent chunk of money for it. Tage Flint is the new director. He joins to discuss his new role and how his goals for addressing Utah's water issues.
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The day after election day, Republican candidate Celeste Maloy has taken the lead in the race to replace Congressman Chris Stewart. Celeste joins Inside Sources to discuss the state of the race and why she thinks her message is resonating with voters, especially in rural areas.
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A new report from the Cultural Currents Institute finds that Utah households are the most indebted in the nation, partly because we are one of the youngest states in the nation. DMBA financial planner Shane Stewart breaks down why Utah's Debt-to-Salary ratio is so bad and how to keep yourself out of debt.
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After Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell froze for the second time in Kentucky last month... some questioned his future as leader of the Republican party in the Senate. But Congress is back, and most Senate Republicans are standing behind him in support, including Utah's Mitt Romney. Maura and Derek discuss age limits, the power of your vote, and more.
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KSL NewsRadio reporter Lindsay Aerts has been hot on the campaign trail, tracking Utah's special election. She joins Maura and Derek to break down what she's watching in the race and what each of the candidates needs to pull ahead at this point.
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Who will win Utah's special election to replace Congressman Chris Stewart? The results are still being counted, and so far, it's a close race. Republican candidate Becky Edwards joins the show to discuss where things stand the day after election day.
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Congress is back, and it has one big, serious job to do before September 30th: fund the government. Will they do it?; The US deficit is on track to hit $2 trillion, breaking peacetime records; and President Biden will visit India and Vietnam this week, building on diplomatic successes to counter China.
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Our country has big battles to fight, but Boyd says we need less angry warriors and more happy warriors to fight them.
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This week, President Biden will be in India for the G20.... and then in Vietnam to build on a string of diplomatic successes to counter China in the region. Phelim Kine from Politico to discuss why the US is working to strengthen ties with our former foe, Vietnam, as VP Harris heads to Indonesia for a southeast Asian nations summit.
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It's clear that President Biden is committed to supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia. But as the war enters its 10th month... is he doing enough to help Ukraine actually win? Colonel Jonathan Sweet joins Boyd to discuss why some US generals think the administration needs to make some changes if they want to make real gains.
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The day after Labor day is the traditional kickoff day for the general election season. But campaigning for the 2024 presidential election is well underway. While some candidates are running a campaign to win the primary election... others are running a campaign to win a general election. Boyd breaks down why the difference matters.
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Presidential candidate Chris Christie has been campaigning hard in New Hampshire, and he's gaining support, not from Republicans, but from Democrats. Lisa Kashinsky from Politico explains why Christie's message is resonating with Democrats and whether or not their support could help or hurt him in the primary election.
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The US is on track to break the record for peacetime deficits. We're projected to double our current budget deficit to $2 trillion this year, the largest in American history outside of World War 2 and COVID. Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute breaks down how government borrowing got us here and what the long-term impact will be.
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Congress is back in session fresh off their August recess. Passing appropriations bills should be at the top of their to do list with the deadline coming fast at the end of the month. Will they take their job to fund the government seriously, or not? Boyd examines why Congress is going to kick the can down the road... again.
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Utah dedicates September as "American Founders and Constitution Month"; Ganel-Lyn Condie shares advice for reaching out and lifting up those who are struggling during Suicide Prevention Month; President Camille Johnson discusses religious liberty, helping women in Africa, and being peacemakers.
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Boyd takes us back to 1893 to the dedicatory prayer for the Salt Lake City Temple. It was offered by President Wilford Woodruff and has some lessons for us today as the 2024 election cycle heats up.
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President Camille Johnson is the Relief Society General President for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She joins Boyd to discuss interfaith collaborations to protect religious liberty, her ministry in Africa, and how we can be better peace makers in a polarized society.
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The US is acknowledging some "notable progress" by the Ukrainians as they've pushed heavily against Russian defenses in the South. But many American officials are still worried about Ukraine's slow-moving offensive. Retired General David Petraeus told CNN that even the US would have difficulty winning this fight but says it can be done. Boyd examines his reasons why.
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We are blessed to have access to great universities here in America. But for many in developing countries, higher education is often out of reach. But one program based here in Utah is trying to change that, particularly in Africa: BYU Pathway. President Brian Ashton explains how they're reshaping higher ed across the globe and some of the new changes that will make it more accessible.
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Time to dive a little deeper into this week's presidential politics. The August jobs report has been released, and President Biden gave remarks today about the economic successes of his administration. Plus, GOP candidates have been campaigning in South Carolina. Boyd breaks it all down.
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Today marks the beginning of Suicide Prevention Month. Author and motivational speaker Ganel-Lyn Condie lost her sister to suicide. She joins Boyd to raise awareness and discuss how we can reach out and lift up those who are struggling around us.
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You may not have heard the name Muhammad Yunus, but he won the Nobel Peace Prize in back in 2006, and his work has been a force for good in the world. Now he's being targeted by his government in Bangladesh. Jay Evensen had a chance to meet him back in 1997. He joins Boyd to discuss why we should care about this human rights abuse happening across the globe.
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Traditionally, our country celebrates Constitution Day on September 17th. Utah doesn't think one day to reflect on our Constitution and founding principles is enough and has designated September as "American Founders and Constitution Month." Author Tad Callister joins Boyd to discuss why it's important for all of us to read and study the Constitution.
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The White House calls on Congress to pass a short term continuing resolution instead of doing its job and passing appropriations bills to fund the government; Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell freezes in another press conference, prompting calls for resignations, term limits, and age limits; President Biden's weaknesses are hurting him in the polls, especially in a matchup with former President Donald Trump.
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Polling shows that if President Biden and Donald Trump are the nominees for their respective parties, it will be a very close race. But right now, former president Trump is in the lead. Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research breaks down the issues where President Biden is falling in the polls and what he needs to do to catch up.
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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has faced calls from lawmakers and constituents to impeach the District Attorney who brought charges against former President Trump. But Governor Brian Kemp is staying in his lane, refusing to target political opponents. Boyd discusses why that was a good move by the Governor.
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Many are calling for resignations, age limits and term limits after Mitch McConnell froze during another press conference yesterday. But do we really need to do any of this? Boyd says we already have a process in place for removing politicians from office: elections. Plus, Boyd discusses the fallacy of the indispensable.
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Along with Iowa and New Hampshire, the state of South Carolina is a critical early state in presidential primary elections. Many GOP candidates were in South Carolina earlier this week at a large fundraising event. Meg Kinnard from AP News was there. She joins Boyd to discuss who was there, the messages shared, and how voters are feeling.
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You may have noticed today that the flags across our state have been lowered and wondered why. Today is National Overdose Awareness Day. Terry Olsen from the Sobriety Foundation and the "Changes Parent Support Network" has lost a loved one to overdose. She joins Boyd to raise awareness and share her story.
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It's looking more and more like Congress will pass a continuing resolution instead of doing its job and passing appropriations bills to fund the government. But we have a month till the deadline... so we can expect a lot of political theatre before then. James Wallner from the R Street Institute breaks down how all of this will play out in the weeks to come.
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The deadline to fund the government is less than a month away... and so far, Congress has failed to pass any of the 12 appropriations bills. Now the White House is asking Congress to pass a short-term spending deal instead. Boyd explains why we shouldn't be surprised by the White House's request or the prospects of a continuing resolution.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has left the campaign trail to coordinate the response and recovery to Hurricane Idalia, with help from his political opponent President Biden; Former president Trump says he'll lock up his political opponents if re-elected; States begin to address the fentanyl crisis, passing over 100 pieces of legislation in 2023.
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Would nicer politics solve our polarization? Not quite. Boyd discusses how we need the connective tissue of community.
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Fentanyl is killing hundreds of thousands of Americans every year. In response, states have enacted more than 100 laws during 2023 hoping to find answers and combat the crisis. Carmen Paun from Politico joins Inside Sources to discuss what lawmakers are doing and what they've discovered.
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Prosecution of political opponents in countries like Venezuela, Russia, and China is something the US rebukes. But are we in danger of becoming what we condemn? Former president Donald Trump has said he would lock up his political opponents if re-elected. And many Americans perceive that President Biden is doing just that to his predecessor. Boyd says all of this, whether real or perceived, undermines our institutions.
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You probably didn't wake up thinking today... "who is running for the Senate in Missouri?" But one of the Senate candidates there, Jared Young, is launching a campaign with a different kind of message. It's a message of unity. Jared joins Boyd to discuss why he's running as an independent and how he hopes to change how Washington thinks and functions.
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Asa Hutchinson was once considered a rising star in the Republican party. Back in the day you could easily see him as president. But times have changed, and his campaign has struggled to take off. Writer Ben Birnbaum crossed paths with Asa Hutchinson while in Iowa. He joins to discuss Asa's totally 'normal' Republican story.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has left the campaign trail to coordinate the response and recovery to Hurricane Idalia, with help from his political opponent President Biden. Boyd commends them for setting politics aside, much like then presidential candidates Obama and McCain did during the 2008 housing market crash. Plus, Boyd discusses the principles of good leadership during a crisis.
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Years before anyone else in Washington was concerned about the threat of rising authoritarian threats, one Senator was sounding the alarms: The late Senator John McCain; President Biden breaks from Obama and Clinton in his approach to trade policy; Polling shows who won and who lost the first GOP primary debate.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is in Florida as the state reels after the racially motivated shooting in Jacksonville and prepares for another big hurricane to land. What makes a great leader in times of crisis? Boyd discusses.
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Big dollar donors are still sitting on the sidelines in the 2024 election. They're waiting for a clear, viable alternative to former President Donald Trump to appear. Who are they watching? Audrey Fahlberg from The Dispatch explains why donors are hesitant to put their money behind a candidate yet and why they have their eyes on someone who isn't even in the race... yet.
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It's been a little less than a week since the first GOP primary debate in Milwaukee, and we're starting to see some interesting polling come out. Nathaniel Rakich from FiveThirtyEight breaks down who got a bump among GOP voters, who stayed the same, and who may have lost ground.
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The headlines have been all about indictments, inflation, and presidential politics. These are serious issues our country is facing. And many think that in order to deal with them, we have to pull back from the world stage. But Ariel Cohen says that a safe and prosperous future depends on our leadership globally and how we handle our adversaries.
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Boyd examines some of the biggest stories of the day and the politics surrounding them... from Governor Ron DeSantis' response to the Jacksonville shooting, President Biden's announcement that 10 drugs are subject to price negotiations, and Justice Amy Coney Barrett's comments on public scrutiny of the Supreme Court.
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Since he was elected president in 2020, President Joe Biden has shifted course on something that impacts all of our lives: trade policy. Breaking with his predecessors on the right and the left, President Biden has reshaped our approach to trade, focusing on industrial policy and workers, not consumers. David Lynch from the Washington Post explains why.
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Years before anyone else in DC was concerned about the threat of Vladimir Putin and an aggressive Russia, one Senator was sounding the alarms: The late Senator John McCain. Richard Fontaine from the Center for a New American Security and McCain's former national security advisor breaks down the late Senator's warning and the US' crucial role on the world stage.
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Today is the 60th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech at the Lincoln Memorial, and it has lessons for our day; Researchers find that paper straws have forever chemicals that may be hurting the environment more than plastic; Presidential candidates are positioning themselves in the 'invisible primary' with social media, money, and more.
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Boyd discusses the importance of leaders who are forward thinking and who put others above their own political interests.
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Senator Mitt Romney is in Utah this month, and he stopped by KSL TV to chat with Boyd about the war in Ukraine and the newly designated national monument near the Grand Canyon. Boyd revisits what he had to say about these issues.
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We are continuing to follow the trail in the 2024 presidential race. We are currently in the middle of what has been coined "the invisible primary." The late journalist Arthur T. Hadley defined it as a period of "unnoticed maneuvering" by candidates. Elaine Karmack from the Brookings Institution discusses some of the key metrics they're tracking to determine how the candidates are doing.
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For years, plastic straws were the problem in the war on plastic. Local and state governments banned them. Paper became the hated...but accepted alternative. But did paper straws save the environment? Christian Britschgi from Reason says a new study out of Belgium proves that paper straws have forever chemicals that may be more harmful to the environment than plastic.
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We continue our conversation looking at how we can build on Martin Luther King's call to abandon hate and come together. If you missed it this weekend, former DC circuit Judge Thomas Griffith sat down with Boyd to discuss civic charity and a path forward for unifying community. Listen to that conversation from KSL TV's Sunday Edition.
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During a time when bridges are being burned rather than built, MLK Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech is more important than ever. But instead of creating more divisions in our world today, how can we build unity, much like King did in 1963? Eboo Patel from Interfaith America explains why we should focus on community and volunteerism if we want to bridge divides.
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60 years ago today, more than 250,000 people marched on Washington DC to fight for civil rights. On that day, Martin Luther King stood before the enormous crowd and gave one of the most important speeches in our nation's history. Boyd revisits this speech and discusses the deeper messages from that day that apply directly to our tumultuous times.
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A group of business, faith, and education leaders met in Salt Lake City to discuss religious liberty; The US plans to train Ukrainians on F-16s starting in October; and this weekend marks 60 years since the March on Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous 'I Have a Dream' speech.
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60 years ago, it's estimated that more than 250,000 people marched on Washington DC to fight for civil rights. On that day, Martin Luther King stood before the enormous crowd and gave one of the most important speeches in our nation's history. Boyd revisits that speech.
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It's time to break down this week's presidential politics. Last night, Republican primary candidates participated in their first debate. Boyd discusses what they accomplished and what comes next.
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Today, the US announced that we will train Ukrainians on F-16 fighter jets in Arizona starting in October. What will this process look like and how could it impact the war in Ukraine? Missy Ryan from the Washington Post breaks down what we know so far.
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For people of faith and for people of no faith... protecting religious liberty is critical. But Katrina Lantos Swett believes it's also the secret sauce for strong, resilient societies around the world. Katrina is President of the Lantos Foundation and former Chair of the US commission on International Religious Freedom. She joins Boyd to discuss this essential human right.
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Last night, Republican presidential contenders battled it out on the debate stage in Milwaukee. Who did well and who failed to meet the moment?; This Saturday marks the 60 year anniversary of the March on Washington; Vladimir Putin takes out Wagner chief Prigozhin, and his death will have ripple effects inside Russia, Ukraine, and Africa.
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Boyd Matheson talks with his son McKay Matheson about the need to not just consume social media, but slow down and savor a little bit more.
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Earlier today there was an event for Utah employers to help them find employees to fill positions at their companies. Right on Crime is an organization bringing together lawmakers, employers, and former convicts to find workers. Utah is making real efforts to reduce rates of re-incarceration and help people who are looking for a path back into society. What happened during this event? Katie Stahl and Scott Peyton from Right on Crime talk with Boyd about this issue.
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The fascinating Russia soap opera involving Wagner Chief Prigozhin and Vladimir Putin continued yesterday. News broke that Prigozhin had died in a plane crash inside Russia. Was this an accident? Or an execution? And what are the implications for Russia and its war in Ukraine? Brian Whitmore from the Atlantic Council joins the show to talk about what just happened in Russia and what comes next.
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This Saturday, August 26th, will mark the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. While many of the original people who marched are long gone... there is one man who is still alive and who played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement as Martin Luther King's speech writer: Clarence B. Jones. Timothy Bella from the Washington Post had the unique opportunity to sit down with Clarence and he joins Boyd to share his story.
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Why can't the U.S. be more like Sweden, Finland, or Norway? That's the question many progressives are asking today. These Nordic countries are often looked to as shining examples of universal healthcare, education, and more. But Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute explains why these economic systems aren't possible here in America.
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Last night in Milwaukee the top presidential candidates took the debate stage to bring their message to the American people. It was a fiery debate, there were many candidates on that stage, and each of them had the chance to leave an impact on the minds of American voters. Boyd highlights each of the candidates and breaks down the most impactful moments.
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Republican presidential candidates face off tonight in their first primary debate; Rep. John Curtis discusses the reasons why Congress is so dysfunctional; President Biden has been criticized for his response to the wildfires in Maui. He can thank Calvin Coolidge.
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President Biden was criticized this week for his slow response to the disaster in Maui. Our expectation for Biden is a trend that began with President Calvin Coolidge. Amity Shlaes from the Calvin Coolidge Foundation explains why Coolidge didn't believe the president should visit the sites of natural disasters. Plus, Amity explains what today's Republicans can learn from Coolidge to improve our tax system, education, and more.
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Boyd talks about the legacy of Calvin Coolidge and the need for a return to federalism in America.
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Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell and his wife, former Secretary of Transportation and Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao, attended an event held by the Orrin Hatch foundation here in Utah. The event was to honor the couple with a Titan of Service award, honoring their long careers in public service to the American people. Boyd was able to attend the event and brings you the highlights.
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Anyone can succeed here in America, that's why so many people immigrate here from all around the world. It's the American dream. But while anyone can do well and prosper... new research shows that if you reach certain benchmarks in a certain order, then the chances of success are more likely. Brad Wilcox, director of the national marriage project, talks with Boyd about the power of the success sequence.
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Tonight, 8 Republican candidates will battle it out on a national debate stage. Their battleground? Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a crucial swing state that Republicans lost in 2024. The headlines are all about former president Trump skipping the debate... but beyond the headlines, what do each of the candidates need to do to stand out and make their mark on voters? Boyd gives his insight ahead of tonight's debate.
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What's driving dysfunction in Washington and how do we fix it? Congressman John Curtis has 10 ideas. He joins Boyd to discuss the bad incentives for lawmakers and what to look for when casting your vote for America's elected leaders.
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Big dollar donors send a strong message to Ron DeSantis after publishing a memo outlining their recommended debate strategy for the Florida governor; The federal government takes Texas to court over its buoy barrier on the Rio Grande; We the people love checks and balances for government, but do we need some for ourselves?
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The Declaration of Independence declares that we all have the right to the pursuit of happiness. What did Thomas Jefferson mean by that? Boyd explains and offers some suggestions for happiness from Arthur Brooks.
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One of our favorite inside sources, Jay Evensen from the Deseret News, just got back from a trip to Sweden and Norway. And he came back with some interesting insights into what our allies in Northern Europe are worried about when it comes the NATO, Ukraine, and American politics. Jay joins Boyd to discuss what he learned.
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College teams have been jockeying to join certain athletic conferences.. as we've seen with BYU and the University of Utah both joining the Big 12 conference. These athletic conferences are raking in billions, all tax-free, and all subsidized by us. Scott Hodge from the Tax Foundation breaks down how much they're making and why some of their revenue should be taxed to level the playing field.
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When crafting our nation's founding documents, our founders were constantly trying to balance the powers of government so that no one branch was able to wield their powers unchecked. Kevin Williamson from The Dispatch says the principle of checks and balances also applies to we the people, or else we'd have 320 million tyrants instead of just one.
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Ahead of student loan repayments resuming this fall... the Biden administration has launched their new income-driven repayment plan, SAVE. The plan is part of President Biden's efforts to fulfill a campaign promise to young voters... but Preston Cooper from the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity says it could end up hurting those the president is trying to help.
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As we've covered on this show, the Chinese economy is failing. There are many factors, but one of the big ones is their unsustainable industrial policy. Eric Boehn from Reason explains how China's direct investments in the economy are slowing growth and why the US, which has focused on industrial policy in recent years, should be paying attention.
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Texas and the Justice Department are once again in court battling it out over immigration policy. The Texas governor has placed buoy barriers across the Rio Grande to prevent migrant crossings. The Justice Department says this breaks the law. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call breaks down the arguments as well as the diplomatic and humanitarian concerns.
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The headlines say.... a memo from Ron DeSantis' Super PAC was leaked, drawing back the curtain on his debate strategy: 'Defend Trump and Hammer Ramaswamy.' But this memo wasn't leaked. Boyd says this is a message from big dollar donors who are frustrated with the Florida governor's struggling campaign.
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Former president Donald Trump announces that he'll be skipping the Republican primary presidential debates; Denmark and the Netherlands plan to send F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine; President Biden travels to Maui after the devastating wildfires and criticism over his slow response.
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Washington Post correspondent Olivier Knox is looking at four numbers that he thinks sum up the state of politics in America today. He joins Boyd on Inside Sources to discuss what voters are saying when it comes to the economy, Republican loyalty to Donald Trump, perceptions of President Biden's weakness and the ramifications, and more.
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President Biden is traveling to Maui today following the devastating wildfires that have taken the lives of more than 100 people. The president has been criticized for his slow response to the disaster. Boyd explains how the President has struggled, even in the past, to meet the moment and gives a lesson from the air force about the importance of a rapid response.
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Recovery efforts are underway to help the devastated island of Maui. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced a sizable donation to the Red Cross to help with recovery efforts. Church News reporter Mary Richards joins from Maui to discuss how communities are coming together to grieve and what relief efforts are currently underway.
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When we think of our great American presidents... we often talk about George Washington or Abe Lincoln. But today, when we're drowning in debt and performative politics, the example of former president Calvin Coolidge might be more pertinent. Former governor of Indiana Mitch Daniels joins Boyd to discuss the principles of 'Silent Cal' that we should be thinking about as we prepare to elect another president in 2024.
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Over the weekend, Denmark and the Netherlands announced that they will send F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine. It's an historic announcement. But how will it help Ukraine in its fight against Russia? Boyd revisits his conversation with Col. Jonathan Sweet who explains what impact these jets could have on the war and what Ukraine really needs to win.
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Former President Trump has decided to skip the Republican primary presidential debates, the first of which is this Wednesday. How will his decision to skip the debates affect the race? How will it impact the debates themselves? Boyd examines the candidates' reactions to the news and explains what he expects to see as they hit the stage this week.
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President Biden hosts Japan and South Korea at Camp David, a big win for him politically; New York receives more federal border funding than Arizona; Megan McArdle joins Boyd in studio to discuss why politicians fail, what Utah gets right, and what (or who) you should have hope in.
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Boyd examines some of the high points from President Biden's speech at Camp David today.
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We've all been taught that gratitude is a virtue. But now there's scientific evidence backing up the powerful effect gratitude has in our lives. Kim Cameron from the University of Michigan explains how practicing gratitude can change your brain.
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Washington Post columnist Megan McArdle joins Boyd in studio to discuss why politicians who try to do everything never accomplish anything at all. Plus, she reflects on what she has learned about Utahns while traveling the state, including our ability to engage with those who are different from us, and why we should have hope in the American people despite culture war politics.
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It's time for Inside Sources' inside look at this week's presidential politics. While President Biden has been on the campaign trail touting the Inflation Reduction Act, Boyd explains why the Camp David summit is better for him politically. Tim Scott is also having a moment, making an impression among voters. And 9 GOP candidates have qualified for the debate next week.
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The Biden administration has done a great job of supporting Ukraine's ability to defend itself against Russia's attacks. But Ukraine's counteroffensive hasn't inflicted any major wounds on Russia's ability to wage war. So, is the US doing enough to help Ukraine actually win the war? Col. Jonathan Sweet breaks down how the US can help Ukraine transition from defense to offense.
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The Biden administration is giving more border relief money to New York than to Arizona. It seems odd, considering New York is not a border state and Arizona is. Why the disproportionate share of funds? Is politics at play? Ali Bradley from NewsNation explains why New York expects to spend more money managing the migrant crisis this fiscal year.
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President Biden is hosting Japan and South Korea for a historic summit at Camp David. The meeting comes amid national security concerns about the rising threat of China. Phelim Kine from Politico breaks down how the Biden administration laid the groundwork for this summit for years and how they are working together to counter Beijing.
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Tomorrow, President Biden will host South Korea and Japan at the historic Camp David summit; Why the Founding Fathers were so brilliant in including the Bill of Rights as part of the Constitution; Congress looks to cut our research ties with China, but that could hurt the US more than our competitor.
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Boyd discusses the genius of the founding fathers for building our nation on principles. He says it's better to be loyal to those principles rather than loyal to people or parties.
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Some in Congress are calling for the end of a long-running research agreement between the US and China. The push to cut research ties comes because of national security concerns. But the Wall Street Journal reports that the US would be the biggest loser. Caroline Wagner from Ohio State University explains what cutting ties would mean for American progress.
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Many in Hawaii are still reeling from the devastating wildfires in Maui. But the town of Lahaina isn't the only town that was hit... Kula has also been hit by fires which have displaced families and destroyed homes. KSL TV reporter Ashley Moser has strong ties to Maui and has been following this story. She joins Boyd with the details.
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This week marked the 2-year anniversary of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Since that day two years ago... one woman, Crystal Bayat who is based in Utah, has been working to try and help people escape her country which is now ruled by the Taliban. KSL NewsRadio reporter Hugo Rikard-Bell joins to discuss her story.
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One of the most underrated documents from our country's founding is the Bill of Rights. And in today's polarized climate, it's more important than ever. Stephanie Slade from Reason Magazine says the beauty of the Bill of Rights is that it takes whole issues and questions off the table.
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This week, America's Chief of Naval Operations retired from his post. But there was no one to replace him because of Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville's decision to block all military nominees that require Senate confirmation. Now our military is operating with 3 major leadership posts left vacant. Boyd discusses why the Senate doesn't need Tuberville.
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Tomorrow, President Biden will host leaders from both South Korea and Japan at the historic Camp David. The summit comes as China has ratcheted up tensions. Ellen Nakashima from the Washington Post breaks down what message the administration hopes to send to China.
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Today marks the 1 year anniversary of President Biden's signature accomplishment, the Inflation Reduction Act, and its effects on our nation's debt, deficits, and economy haven't been great; China's economy is failing and it could be bad news for us; The Biden administration's $6 billion hostage deal with Iran would have disastrous implications; A new club is forming in Washington DC and they all have one thing in common.
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Boyd wraps up today's show with the principle takeaways from our top stories.
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It's time for a lighthearted story to break up all the serious news. A new club is forming in Washington DC... a club of politicos named Doug. Not only do they have the same name, they also claim to share personality traits and all look up to Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff. Join Boyd and Sam for a conversation full of good laughs and serious musings about what it means to be a Doug and the value in playing a supporting role.
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For the last week we've been covering the Iowa State Fair where presidential candidates have gathered to court those early Iowa voters. This week, Senator Tim Scott and former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson took the stage with Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. Boyd examiners their messages to voters.
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The Biden administration is currently in negotiations with the nation of Iran over the release of American hostages. The deal includes a $6 billion lift on Iran's oil funds. Behnam Ben Taleblu from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies explains how unfreezing assets like this could incentivize more hostage taking and have other implications as well.
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For many school districts across the state, today is the first day of school. For families of refugees, sending their kids to a new school in the US can come with many extra challenges. Holly Richardson explains how Utahns are trying to make the transition easier for these refugees, many of whom come from Afghanistan where education has been banned for women and girls.
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Not too long ago we all thought China was on a path to dominate the world economy. But recent data shows that China's economy is struggling, especially with more people who are of retirement age than working age. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post explains what China's bad economy could mean for us.
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Last night Boyd had the opportunity to moderate a debate between Celeste Maloy and Bruce Hough... candidates for the second congressional district. They covered a wide variety of important issues. Boyd highlights a few moments from the candidates that stood out to him from their responses on government spending to abortion.
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Today, President Biden is celebrating the 1-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act. No one thought the massive climate and healthcare spending bill would live up to its name, but it was projected to reduce the deficit. Now 1 year later... it hasn't done that either. Brian Rield from the Manhattan Institute explains this bill's impact on the nation's debt, deficit, and inflation.
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President Trump is indicted in Georgia on racketeering charges, bringing the total number of charges the former president is facing to 91; As Utahns head back to school, it's time to get beyond polarization, find common ground, and rethink the parent-teacher relationship; Today marks the 2 year anniversary of the fall of Kabul, and many Afghan allies in the US remain in legal limbo.
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Tonight, Boyd will moderate a debate between two candidates for Congressional District 2, Celeste Maloy and Bruce Hough. Boyd previews the debate and explains what questions voters should be thinking about as they watch.
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A new KSL podcast just launched today called "Stranger Becomes Neighbor: Afghan Arrivals". Podcast producer Andrea Smardon joins Inside Sources to discuss the podcast which highlights the Afghan people who worked with and aided our military, their resettlement journey here in Utah, and the search for loved ones still in Afghanistan.
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Today marks the 2 years since the fall of Kabul to the Taliban as the US withdrew from Afghanistan. Many of our Afghan allies were able to come to the US. But broken promises and a dysfunctional Congress have made their future today just as uncertain as it was 2 years ago. Catherine Rampell from the Washington Post says it's time to pass the Afghan Adjustment Act.
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Over the weekend, Boyd had the opportunity to interview Chuck Todd from NBC's Meet the Press. He is stepping down from the show after 9 years of hosting. He joined Boyd on KSL TV's Sunday Edition to discuss the principles he learned from his time at the helm interviewing some of the nation's most powerful people.
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Since the pandemic, the relationship between teachers and parents has become strained. That's a problem, because as Rick Hess from the American Enterprise Institute says, educating our kids is a partnership that requires everyone to do their part. He explains how we can rethink the parent-teacher compact in this polarized age.
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Across the state, students and teachers are getting ready to go back to school. During the last few years... our schools have become political battlegrounds. But instead of continuing down this path of polarization, Sydnee Dickson - the Utah State superintendent of public instruction - explains how we can find common ground between teachers, administrators, parents, and students.
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Last night a grand jury in Georgia indicted former President Donald Trump and 18 others, accusing them of a "criminal racketeering enterprise" to overturn the results of the 2020 election. But beyond the actual 41 charges... there are political consequences for the former president as he loses two precious commodities to run a campaign: Money and time.
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With indictments and special counsels dominating the headlines.. it's clear America is in a moral tailspin. How do we reverse course?; Vivek Ramaswamy is rising among voters ahead of his town hall debut with NewsNation tonight; The Maui wildfire becomes the deadliest in modern history.
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Over the weekend, Boyd spoke with Chuck Todd from NBC's Meet the Press who reflected on his time with the show and the principles learned. This is part one of a two part interview.
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We've all been watching as wildfires have devastated the island of Maui in Hawaii, and totally destroyed the historic town of Lahaina. The death toll from these fires has grown to 96 people, making this the deadliest wildfire in American history. Alex Stone from ABC News joins from Maui to describe the impact and questions about the island's alert system.
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The latest GOP candidate to see a rapid and dramatic rise in their polling numbers is Vivek Ramaswamy. Tonight, Leland Vittert from NewsNation is hosting a Town Hall with Ramaswamy. Leland joins Inside Sources to discuss his rise in the polls and how he fits into the crowded Republican landscape.
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The war in Ukraine is continuing as a slow slog. Neither side seems to be making any meaningful gains. The war is starting to remind military analysts and strategists of another great war in Europe: World War 1. Ishaan Tharoor from the Washington Post joins Boyd to discuss the parallels.
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Russia is set to export more grain than Ukraine after Vladimir Putin exited the Black Sea grain deal in July and continues to attack Ukraine's infrastructure. The news is a major blow to Ukraine who is struggling to put up a successful counteroffensive against Russia. Ari Hawkins from Politico breaks down how Russia is using the war to squeeze Ukraine's global grain shares.
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During the Cold War, US policy involved the idea of Mutually Assured Destruction... AKA M.A.D, the idea that the use of nuclear weapons would destroy us all. Today, we are facing more threats than just nuclear war. Harlan Ullman from the Atlantic Council calls them "Massive Attacks of Disruption." He explains why a failing government is the most dangerous one.
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Over the weekend presidential candidates attended the Iowa State Fair, hitting the carnival rides, rapping, and pitching their messages to the Iowa caucus voters who will be some of the first to vote in 2024. Boyd examines how candidates like Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, and Vivek Ramaswamy are trying to differentiate themselves in a crowded field.
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From obstruction of justice to indictments and special counsels... it is clear we are in a moral tailspin. How did we get here? And how do we change course? Cliff Smith - writer, lawyer, and national security expert - explains how our moral trajectory began with Bill Clinton and how private morality is a good starting point for turning this country around.
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The US is pushing to normalize relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia. A deal would be a huge win for the Biden administration but faces big obstacles; President Biden is asking for more aid to Ukraine. While some criticize him for that, aid for Ukraine is not even close to breaking the bank; And Utah has strong ties to fire stricken Maui. Bonneville is helping raising money to help the people there. Donate here: https://kslnewsradio.com/2028423/maui-strong/
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The destruction left by the wildfires in Maui has been devastating, and many lives have been lost. The people of Utah have strong ties to the island. Boyd shares a story by KSL TV's Mike Anderson showcasing those strong ties.
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President Biden has requested an additional $20.6 billion in funding for Ukraine as the country struggles to mount a successful counteroffensive against Russia. Some have pushed Congress stop stop sending aid, citing fiscal reasons. But Dominic Pino from National Review Institute says Ukraine aid is a small drop in the bucket compared to other areas of US spending.
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We look at everything happening in presidential politics this week from the Iowa State fair to President Biden's trip to Utah. Republican candidates as well as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are at the fair hoping to win over voters in this critical state. Plus, President Biden was in Utah this week to talk about the PACT Act. Boyd looks at the messaging from some of the candidates this week.
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We are less than a month away from the primary election in Utah's special election to replace Congressman Chris Stewart. Becky Edwards is one of three Republicans hoping to be the next representative for Congressional District 2. She joins Boyd in the studio to discuss her campaign.
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Jonathan Freedman has been named the new president of World Trade Center Utah. Jonathan comes into the job with a lot of experience as the original founder of Downeast Clothing and the Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Utah. He breaks down what he hopes to accomplish at WTC Utah and explains how they plan to help businesses in Utah.
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The headlines have been optimistic about the Middle East of late as the US has begun negotiations to normalize relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel. But we are still far from a deal and several challenges lie ahead. Karen DeYoung from the Washington Post breaks down what the US hopes to accomplish and the heavy hurdles the administration has to overcome.
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President Biden commemorates the 1-year anniversary of the PACT Act in Salt Lake City, but Governor Spencer Cox gave a better speech; Inflation rises less than expected; The US negotiated a deal with Iran to release American hostages and lift sanctions on Iranian oil funds.
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On August 9th, 1974 President Richard Nixon officially resigned. While he committed a lot of crimes, he taught a valuable political lesson as he left the Oval Office.
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Republican presidential candidates as well as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are descending on Iowa for the Iowa State Fair. But they're not just showing up to see the famous butter cow. Boyd explains why presidential hopefuls are packing into this fair: the Iowa caucuses.
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News broke today that Iran had moved four Americans out of one of its prisons and put them under house arrest. The move is part of a deal between the US and Iran that includes a lift on $6 billion of Iranian assets. John Hudson from the Washington Post breaks down what we know about the deal so far.
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Increasing polarization is one of the biggest challenges of our day. And now it's bleeding into our nation's schools. Dr. Mylien Duong from the Constructive Dialogue Institute spoke with teachers from blue states to red states about how polarization is impacting the classroom. She joins Boyd to discuss what she learned.
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Numbers from the consumer price index (CPI) for July have been released, showing that inflation rose less than expected. What do the numbers mean for Americans, the economy, and the Fed as it considers another interest rate hike? Jeff Cox from CNBC joins Boyd to discuss.
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President Biden is in Utah today as part of his swing through 3 southwest states. During his tour, he's been campaigning on Bidenomics, making the case for his economic record. But some Democrats are avoiding this catchphrase when talking to voters, especially in crucial swing states. Theodoric Meyer from the Washington Post explains why.
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President Biden is wrapping up his trip to Utah today with a fundraising event in Salt Lake City. During his visit... what did he accomplish and what were some of the missed opportunities that could have helped the President boost his image in the Beehive state? Maura Carabello from the Exoro Group breaks down the messaging strategy hits and misses.
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During his trip to Utah... President Biden commemorated the 1-year anniversary of the PACT Act. It's an important and bipartisan piece of legislation for veterans. And while all eyes have been on the president.... Boyd explains why he thinks Utah Governor Cox gave the better speech just moments before Biden's address.
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President Biden is traveling to Utah today as part of his Southwest State tour. What goes into making a presidential visit happen; A new online game by the CATO Institute shows how impossible legal immigration really is; Small businesses are still feeling the effects of our inflated economy and the Fed's efforts to rein it in.
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Today marks 78 years since the atomic bombing of Nagasaki, ending World War II. It was a horrific day, and many worried that the creation of the bomb would lead to nuclear wars. But it didn't. Boyd discusses the power of restraint.
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The US spends a lot of money to ensure our military is capable of responding to threats coming from anywhere in the world. We are advancing our interests all over the globe from China to Russia to the Africa. But is that realistic or ambitious? Robert Manning from the Stimson Center says that the US has limits and needs to have a more focused strategy abroad.
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While the economy has been slowly improving since the 2020 pandemic, not everyone is convinced. Small business owners in particular are still feeling pessimistic about the economy. Gene Marks from the Marks Group, a small business consulting firm, explains how high interest rates and other policies are still putting a strain on small businesses.
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Immigration has always been a cornerstone of this country... since its beginning, people have come here for freedom and opportunity. But over the decades, immigrating to the US has become less of a possibility and more like winning the lottery. David Bier from the CATO institute joins to discuss his new online game that shows how legal immigration is nearly impossible.
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If you missed it, over the weekend Boyd interviewed Bishop Phyllis Spiegel of the Episcopal Church for KSL TV's Sunday Edition. Listen to Boyd and Bishop Spiegel discuss how we can better connect with our community and treating others with dignity and respect.
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The Senate continues to hold up military promotions. Many have pointed fingers at Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama who is leading the blockade.. including Republicans. But the Senate doesn't need Tuberville to approve these nominations. Boyd discusses the impact on military families and why it's wrong that the Senate refuses to act.
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Yesterday, President Biden was in Arizona, today he's in New Mexico, and later this afternoon he'll arrive in Utah. Boyd looks at his Bidenomics message in New Mexico at a Wind Towers Facility as well as his announcement of a new national monument in Arizona that will restrict mining, ranching, recreation, and more.
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President Biden will arrive in Utah later today. He's expected to speak at a fundraising event and commemorate the 1 year of the anniversary of the Pact Act tomorrow. But what goes into making a presidential trip like this happen? Johanna Maska, former Director of Press Advance for President Obama, gives a behind the scenes look at how this is executed.
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Where do Americans stand on issues compared to 20 years ago? The Pact Act has helped many Utah veterans in crucial ways. Is it time for new political parties to rise in the United States?
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Boyd gives his insight into how governing through executive action and grandstanding doesn't improve things. We need good governance to pave the best path forward.
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America's traditional two-party political system is being questioned. We are at a point where we favor no major party over another, as they have become what some call "hollow." What has led to this? Have we reached the point in our country when a new political party may have a chance at success? JD Tucille from Reason Magazine gives his insight into the state of America's political parties.
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Among the harsh rhetoric and grandstanding that defines political games in Washington today, there is one newly elected senator from Vermont who is carving his own path to prominence: Friendship. Peter Welch is a longtime member of the House of Representatives and is now spreading his own style of governance in the halls of the Senate. How is this lawmaker bucking trends and making friends? Daniella Diaz from Politico gives a great profile of the freshman Senator making waves in Washington.
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American Christianity has had its ups and downs in recent times. Political divide over a host of issues have bled into evangelical spaces, and scandals continue to plague congregations across the country. However, underneath these headlines and fights are millions of believers who want church to be a place of gathering, community, and worship. Where does American Christianity need help? Where is the room for renewal? Russell Moore, editor in chief of Christianity Today, talks with Boyd about his new book, "Losing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical America".
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During President Biden's trip to our state later this week, he will highlight the 1-year anniversary of passing the Pact Act. This piece of legislation is one of the President's most celebrated policies enacted during his administration and provides a historic expansion of benefits to America's veterans. How has the Pact Act been changing lives for our nation's defenders? Longtime Veterans advocate Terry Schow joins the show and gives his insight into the Pact Act, and our veteran communities here in Utah.
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In the midst of high inflation and rising interest rates, many Americans are devastated and frustrated with their economic prospects right now. Presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is hoping to take advantage of the economic unrest on the campaign trail, framing a populist economic message. But is his message resonating, or have pitfalls in his campaign soured his potential audience? Eric Boehm from Reason Magazine talks with Boyd about the DeSantis campaign's reset and their path forward.
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It's been a few months since President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy reached a debt limit deal after what felt like an endless cycle of meeting and negotiating. But that deal will carry implications that could grind the government to a standstill again soon. How will a government shutdown affect us? How could it affect the Republican party? James Capretta from the American Enterprise Institute discusses how the coming funding bills may trigger a consequential standoff in Washington.
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It comes as no surprise to hear that America is politically divided today. But it's worth going back in time and reviewing where political parties stood 20 years ago on issues. Where are people becoming more divided, or more united? A recent Gallup poll has collected data asking respondents about a whole range of issues and broke down the numbers according to Republicans and Democrats. Olivier Knox, Anchor of the Daily 202 at the Washington Post joins the show to break it all down.
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Boyd covers how the Pentagon is considering putting U.S. soldiers on commercial ships to deter Iran from capturing them. China isn't seeing a return on their massive investment in soft power on the world stage. Our Championship Womens Soccer Team loses badly at the World Cup.
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Boyd explains how a lack of teamwork cost the U.S. Women's Soccer Team their shot at this year's world cup competition.
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Representatives of the European Union have recently passed a regulation that attempts to hold internet and social media companies responsible for harmful speech and content online. How could this regulation affect everyone's experience on the internet? J.D. Tuccille from Reason Magazine breaks down the new regulation, and how companies are responding to it.
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Last week, we covered on our show how China has been investing a lot in "soft power" and cultural influence to gain prominence and influence on the world stage. How has this strategy been working for them? Despite vast amounts of money invested around the world, negative views on China in many countries are at an all-time high. What does this mean in terms of China's competition with the United States? Sadanand Dhume from the Wall Street Journal talks with Boyd about China's faltering strategy.
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It's only been a few months since President Biden coined the term "Bidenomics" and shared his economic philosophy with the country, and Americans are already showing their disapproval. Meanwhile, the White House is defending their plan, saying it will take time to reach where they strive to be, but that we're in a much better place since President Biden took office. Will voters come around to the President's economic plan? Jennifer Haberkorn from Politico joins the show and breaks down the lack of voter confidence in the President's keystone economic plan.
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Iran has been harassing private commercial tanker ships as they cross the Strait of Hormuz, which is a critical spot for global shipping and trade. As these provocations have continued, the Pentagon is debating sending U.S. marines to stand guard on these ships, in a move of clear escalation with Iran. What could happen while our troops are on these ships? How close are we to a direct conflict with Iran? Dan Lamothe from the Washington Post talks with Boyd about this high-tension situation with the nation of Iran.
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Former Vice President and current presidential candidate Mike Pence appeared on the CBS show "Face the Nation" over the weekend. He faced questions regarding Donald Trump's indictment connected to his actions on January 6th, and Pence's own plans to stand out on the campaign trail. Boyd gives his insight into how Mike Pence can find a lane and a way forward on the presidential campaign.
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The power to produce better results in our education system lies with the states. More community and connection are needed to get Americans back to church.
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Why are fewer and fewer Americans attending church? Many are trying to answer this question as pews are left empty on Sunday in congregations across the country. Jake Meador from the publication Mere Orthodoxy joins Boyd and discusses ways to increase the connectedness and community that church attendance is meant to foster.
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China has been flexing its muscles on the world stage and exhibiting influence around the globe, especially in the Middle East. Chinese is becoming to be a standard part of education curriculum in many Middle Eastern countries. Ahmad Hashemi talks with Boyd about how this kind of soft power increases China's influence, and what it means for the United States.
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One of the biggest and most important political issues facing the United States is our nation's education policy. For decades, Congress has been heavily involved in handling the education policy, leading to a bumpy road for students, teacher, faculty, and others. So the question is, should Congress be the primary source of our nation's education policy? Christine Fairbanks from the Sutherland Institute joins the show to discuss a better way forward.
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Donald Trump is indicted on charges relating to January 6th. America's credit rating has been downgraded. Why did this happen?
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Boyd discusses why no one should be surprised that America has had its credit rating downgraded. It's all the predictability of consequences.
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Now that an indictment has been issued against former President Trump, the big question is, "now what?" What are the implications for the country? What are the implications for the upcoming election? While Donald Trump can still of course run for President, his chances of being able to beat the Democrats, and beat these legal troubles, may be increasingly slim. Boyd breaks down where the Trump campaign could go from here.
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Earlier in the year, the president made a statement that he would look at ways to get rid of the debt ceiling, which caused a large standoff in Congress that took weeks to resolve. Progressives responded with enthusiasm to this statement, but now may have a very different point of view, feeling like they're being given the run-around by the president. Adam Cancryn from Politico talks with Boyd about the situation, and negotiation happening between the president and the progressive caucus.
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Fitch Ratings Company has downgraded the U.S. government's credit rating... as they had warned. The rating dropped from AAA to AA+, and even though it's only dropped one notch, it is still a big move that triggered a negative response from the Biden administration. How will this downgrade affect our economy? Marc Goldwein from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget talks about the implications of this decision.
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The White House has announced that President Biden will be hosting the leaders of South Korea and Japan for Camp David Summit this month. The summit will focus on strengthening their bonds and expanding cooperation across the Indo-Pacific. And, notably, it would be the first time a foreign leader visits Camp David since he took office. What can we expect this summit to look like? Laura Kelly from The Hill talks with Boyd about this upcoming summit.
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All the headlines today are focused on the indictment of former president Donald Trump regarding his actions taken on January 6th. This adds to the list of indictments piling up for the former president, so we wanted to dive a little deeper beyond the headlines on this. Sarah Isgur from The Dispatch joins the show to break down the latest indictment.
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Former President Donald Trump pays $40 million in legal fees to defend himself against criminal charges. He's losing time and money, essential commodities for running a campaign and beating an incumbent president; Former Vice President Mike Pence runs Obamaesque ground game in Iowa to win over voters; Presidents should focus on their constitutional duties rather than appealing to their base's emotions.
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This week marks 100 years since Calvin Coolidge was sworn in as president of the United States. What can modern day presidents learn from the Coolidge presidency?
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If you missed it this weekend, Boyd interviewed the legendary Washington Post columnist George Will on KSL TV's Sunday Edition. Listen to Boyd and George discuss everything from student loans to the 2024 election to good, old-fashioned baseball.
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The Constitution plainly lays out the roles and responsibilities of the president. Make treaties, appoint judges, etc. But instead of delivering wins on these specific items... Philip Wallach from the American Enterprise Institute says winning for presidents today means fueling the news cycle with anger and meeting voters' emotional needs, and it's hurting the country.
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Republican pollster Frank Luntz held focus groups in Iowa to try and find out how voters in this crucial state feel about the 2024 presidential field, especially former president Trump, who is currently the frontrunner for the Republican Party. Boyd examines the lessons learned from those focus groups.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence is in Iowa this week where his campaign has launched an ambitious ground game similar to former president Barrack Obama's campaign back in 2008. And Pence's Super PAC says it is seeing voters open up to the idea of a Pence presidency. Brett Samuels from The Hill explains how team Pence is working to build momentum and get on the debate stage.
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Former President Donald Trump is currently the frontrunner for the Republican party for 2024. But with criminal charges piling up, the former president is losing both time and money. Does he have enough of either to win a bid against the incumbent President Joe Biden? Henry Olsen from the Washington Post joins to discuss why these indictments make Trump a losing candidate.
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The White House announces that President Biden will visit Utah next week as part of a 3-state tour of the southwest. Republican candidates gather in Iowa to court voters while Ron DeSantis lays out his economic vision in New Hampshire. The FDA mandates warning labels on food products containing sesame seeds, creating fewer sesame seed-free products for people who are allergic.
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Congress is weighing a code of ethics for the Supreme Court. And after Hunter Biden's scandals, some people are beginning to wonder if we need a code of conduct for presidential family members. Boyd says that instead of controlling behavior after the fact, we should expect elected officials to have integrity and other morals, and to live by them.
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In the headlines: Hunter Biden's plea deal, a possible impeachment of President Biden, and Donald Trump leading all other candidates in the polls. Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research breaks down the numbers looking at how much voters care about indictments of Trump and Biden, the risks of impeachment, and the 2024 candidates.
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2024 is shaping up to be a very unique election, with a former president running for a second term while being indicted by the DOJ, Manhattan, and other states pending. Politics and law are colliding, and The Dispatch has started a newsletter to examine the impact. It's called The Collision. Senior Editor at The Dispatch Mike Warren breaks down their vision.
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Republicans have been in Iowa this week... courting voters ahead of the first debate coming up in just a few short weeks. But Ron Desantis' eyes were on New Hampshire where he delivered a big speech on his economic agenda. Boyd looks at their messages to voters in these crucial states.
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Recently, the FDA mandated warning labels on food products containing sesame seeds. Now, restaurants and food producers are putting sesame seeds in everything. It's another example of politicians failing to plan and hurting those they intended to help. Eric Boehm from Reason breaks down what the FDA failed to consider when implementing this rule.
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President Biden is coming to Utah to talk about one of his biggest investments in climate, the Inflation Reduction Act. It's a great example of industrial policy in action. But is industrial policy the best way to address climate change? Phil Rossetti from the R Street institute says that using the power of the government to bolster industry never works out as hoped.
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President Biden will visit Utah next week for the first time since 2018. His message will be focused on his climate and healthcare spending bill, the Inflation Reduction Act. But is this just an administrative visit or is it a campaign visit? Maura Carabello from the Exoro Group joins to discuss why the President is coming and how he should tailor his message to Utahns.
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Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu responds to criticism of his judicial reforms during an interview with CNN; The Ron DeSantis campaign hits the reset button after a disappointing summer; The TikTok trend #lazygirljob makes the rounds on social media, but it may not benefit your career in the long run.
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Boyd previews his interview with the Washington Post's George Will coming up on KSL TV this Sunday. Plus Boyd talks about getting past the instant certainty of the moment and imagining the future.
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A new trend is making its way around social media, the TikTok trend #lazygirljob. This kind of job is remote, it's not a job where you have to hustle, it's very low in intensity. But will it make you happy? Author and Washington Post columnist Megan McArdle explains why we should think again about this trend and how we build careers.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has had a difficult summer on the presidential campaign trail. He has laid off a significant chunk of his campaign staff and he's changing his messaging strategy. David Drucker from The Dispatch breaks down why Team DeSantis is changing course.
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Nobody likes to feel pain. In fact, most of us try to avoid it at all costs. But have politics and some public policy taken the prevention of pain too far? What happens when we eliminate human suffering from life? Writer and thinker Scott Raines joins Boyd to discuss his piece in the Deseret News on the "problem" of pain.
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It's time for Inside Sources' Inside Look at Presidential Politics. This week, Republicans are gathering once again in Iowa to court voters and attend the Lincoln dinner. 7 have qualified for the debate, but former VP Mike Pence has not. And President Biden has had a busy week, focusing on mental health coverage among other things. Boyd breaks it all down.
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Sister Patricia Terry Holland... the wife of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.... has been described as a woman of pure faith, and as our next guest has written, a woman for the ages. Today her funeral was held at the conference center theatre. Sheri Dew from Deseret Management Corporation joins to discuss Sister Holland's impact.
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One of the biggest stories in Utah is the special election for Congressional District 2. We currently have 3 Republican candidates on the ballot. The primary election will happen on September 5th. Celeste Maloy is the Republican nominee, and she joins Boyd to discuss why she's running for office.
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Yesterday, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sat down with CNN to discuss his country's judicial reforms. Many have said these reforms would overhaul the system and end democracy in Israel. But what is Bibi saying about it? Boyd examines the prime minister's responses to criticism of his reforms.
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Mitt Romney has secured funding for Utah defense priorities in this year's NDAA bill. Utah District Attorney joins the effort to save over a thousand Afghan attorneys being hunted and killed by the Taliban. Congress held an official hearing on UFO's yesterday.
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Boyd discusses the differences between Israel's Basic Law system and America's constitution.
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Yesterday, Congress held a hearing on UFOs. Those testifying made some shocking and outlandish claims. But the hearing really showcased just how frustrated Congress is with the lack of transparency and information on these objects which impact our national security. Joe Khalil from NewsNation joins Boyd from Washington DC to break down what we learned and what comes next.
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The Salt Lake County District Attorney's office has announced a new campaign to help save the lives of prosecutors who were trained by the US and its allies as well as their families in Afghanistan. Yama Rayeen, former Afghanistan Prosecutor and Director at the International Organization for Transitional Justice and Peace, explain how this campaign will work.
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Today marks the anniversary of the Armistice Agreement which basically ended the Korean War. The war created thousands of orphans, many of whom were adopted by families in Utah. But many who came here as children didn't become citizens until they became adults, including Staci Robison and Sara Jones. Staci and Sara join to discuss how we can close the adoption to citizenship gap.
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Yesterday, the federal reserve hiked interest rates by another quarter percentage point, bringing them to a 22 year high. And this morning we learned that GDP grew at a faster than expected pace. CNBC's economics editor Jeff Cox joins Inside Sources to discuss the state of the economy and what to watch for as we head into the fall.
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This week, Israel passed a law that will begin the overhaul of its judicial system. Protests have wracked the country in response. One of our guests, Amos Guiora, told us Monday from Israel... that some think the nation is headed towards a civil war. But instead of tearing the country apart, economist and entrepreneur Mark Toth says they need to draft a constitution.
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Every year Congress needs to pass a bill called the National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA. This annual bill provides the funding for our military and is one of Congress' most basic and important duties. But it also has a direct impact on Utah. Senator Mitt Romney breaks down the Utah priorities he secured in the bill.
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Dr. William Allen, former chairman of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights and now a member of Florida’s African American History Standards Workgroup, says Florida's new curriculum does not say slavery benefited the enslaved; Hunter Biden's plea deal unravels leaving us with a lot of questions; How do we avoid instant certainty?
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Politicians on the left and the right often jump to instant certainty on the issues of the day, because it benefits them politically. Just take Vice President Harris for example, who was instantly certain Florida was promoting slavery. Or Republicans, who are instantly certain Hunter Biden should go to jail. Boyd discusses both cases and why we should reserve judgement until we know all of the facts.
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The Federal Trade Commission is finalizing a lawsuit against Amazon that has the potential to break up the company. While all of the details of the antitrust suit are not fully known.... we do know that it's likely to focus on issues with Amazon Prime. Sal Nuzzo from the James Madison Institute explains what's at stake and what the impact would be.
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Today, it became clear that Hunter Biden's plea deal was unraveling. The Judge refused to sign the deal agreed to by Hunter and federal prosecutors, which is uncommon when someone with such a high profile is involved. Hunter is charged with 2 misdemeanor tax crimes and 1 felony gun possession. Boyd explains what's happening and why we should avoid instant certainty with so many unanswered questions.
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One of the big parenting trends of the 21st century has been "helicopter parenting." But is it coming to an end in America? Last month, Connecticut became the latest state to push back against this type of parenting, passing a law that gives children more independence. Mya Jaradat from the Deseret News explains why we're seeing a bipartisan push to give kids more freedom.
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The Biden administration is taking heat from both the right and the left on immigration. Today, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas took heat from Republicans on border crossings and fentanyl. And this week, a judge struck down President Biden's asylum restrictions. Suzanne Monyak joins Boyd from Capitol Hill to break it all down.
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Vice President Kamala Harris is leaning into her role as the 'attacker' ahead of the 2024 election, which is what most vice presidents do during election years. Doing so helps Harris with visibility. But the role also comes with risk and, Boyd says, is even a weak spot for the Vice President.
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The headlines say that Florida has adopted a new curriculum that will teach students about how slavery benefited those who were enslaved. The idea that slavery benefited slaves is preposterous. VP Harris was quick to denounce it. But Boyd looks at what Dr. William Allen, former chairman of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights and member of Florida’s African American History Standards Workgroup, is saying.
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Israeli lawmakers pass a law that will overhaul the country's judicial system; UPS reaches an agreement with its workers' union, averting a strike; the Biden Administration considers tariffs on tinplate steel that would hike up the cost of canned goods and hurt our allies abroad.
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Boyd discusses why we should have hope in the American dream rather than cynicism about the future of the country.
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Candidates for the 2024 presidential election have been busy hitting the campaign trail. Meanwhile, the political coalitions for the Republican and Democratic parties are starting to take shape. Dan Cox from the Survey Center on American Life discusses their recent study looking out how the American public is divided and what challenges both parties are facing ahead of 2024.
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This is the last week that members of Congress will be in our nation's capital. Next week they will leave town for their long August recess. They'll return in September, and by September 30th... they need to have passed 12 appropriations bills to fund the government. Boyd explains what we need to watch for over the next few months, including hysteria and scare tactics.
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The Biden administration is considering tariffs on tinplate steel.... which is used to package canned goods. They say this would boost jobs, help the working class, and hurt China. But, considering the impact of the 2018 steel tariffs, Catherine Rampell from the Washington Post says that in reality these tariffs will instead cost jobs, raise prices, and hurt our allies abroad.
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Recently, motivational speaker Ganel-Lyn Condie discovered she had a tumor. Thankfully it was non-cancerous, but it became so painful she couldn't ignore it anymore and had to get it removed. How often do we ignore painful issues in our own lives? Ganel-Lyn explains how to better address our problems before it's too late. Plus, she discusses how we can learn more from people of different faiths.
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A strike by UPS workers was averted today when the company reached a tentative agreement with the union. What's in the deal? And will it last? Former Acting US Labor Secretary Seth Harris joins Inside Sources to break down the details of the agreement, how it benefits workers, and why it's a significant moment for unions.
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The United States' one democratic ally in the Middle East is on a slippery slope from democracy to dictatorship. Israel has passed a key part of the proposal that would overhaul the country's judicial system. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah joins Boyd from Israel to discuss what this means for their system of checks and balances and America's relationship with Israel.
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Democrats and Republicans start to get worried about presidential candidates and potential contenders who are gaining traction across the country, including RFK Jr.; Rabbi Joe Charnes explains how we can change our dialogue and come together because of our differences; Elder D. Todd Christofferson is honored as part of the Pioneer Day festivities.
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In the army, soldiers use the term, VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity). It's a great way to describe the world today and the world the pioneers had to endure as they crossed the plains. How did the pioneers make it through? Boyd discusses the pioneering principles that we can apply to today's difficult days.
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This weekend, we are celebrating our state's rich pioneer heritage. That pioneering spirit continues today... in the generations of families who have grown up here and in those who have left their homes looking for a better life. Boyd sat down with Elder D. Todd Christofferson who will be honored at the Days of 47 parade. They discuss what that pioneering spirit looks like and feels like today.
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Yesterday, Sister Patricia Terry Holland — the wife of Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles — passed away at the age of 81. During her long life, she served as the First Lady of BYU when Elder Jeffrey R. Holland was president of the university. And she also served as a counselor in the Young Women General Presidency. Boyd discusses her legacy of faith.
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The political discourse in this country has become filled with hate towards the other side. And it's damaging the nation. Rabbi Joe Charnes, who is deeply devoted to interfaith dialogue and community engagement, joins Boyd to discuss how we can speak with healing and humanity instead of demonizing.
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It was another fascinating week for presidential politics. Democratic candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before Congress on censorship, getting under Democrats' skin. And centrist group No Labels held a town hall, stirring up speculation about a third-party candidate and upsetting Republicans and Democrats. Boyd examines it all in this inside look at presidential politics.
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President Biden is rolling out plan B of his student loan scheme, and it will cost more than the original plan; Artificial intelligence is already having a huge impact on the 2024 election; An American soldier crosses into North Korea and reasons why are complicated.
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How do you grow old while staying young? Boyd gives two ideas for maintaining your youthfulness even as you age.
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Polling suggests that Americans are reading fewer books than in the past, and fewer kids are reading for fun. We need more readers. Not just because reading enlightens the mind and makes us smarter, but Jessica Hooten Wilson, author and professor, says it can shape our souls and deepen our faith.
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Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a big part of the 2024 election. It's especially being harnessed by campaigns to create AI-generated ads that attack their opponents. But it's not just being used in ads. Darrell West from the Brookings Institution breaks down how artificial intelligence is impacting the 2024 election and how voters can discern fact from fiction.
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Something all Utahns care about is our air quality. The Salt Lake Chamber has been partnering with the Clear the Air Challenge to help reduce emissions. President and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber joins Inside Sources to break down the state of Utah's air quality and how you can participate in the challenge to improve it.
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An American soldier serving a rotation in South Korea crossed the border into North Korea this week. He was in the process of being sent back to the US for an alleged assault. Erik Scott, author and historian, joins to discuss the complex reasons why people defect to North Korea and what happens when they do.
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During his 2020 campaign, President Biden promised students that forgiving their college loans would be a priority.... and he has been trying to deliver on that promise ever since. His initial plan was struck down by the Supreme Court. Now he's rolling out Plan B. But JD Tuccille says it may be more expensive for taxpayers than the original plan.
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President of Israel, Isaac Herzog, speaks to a joint session of Congress about democracy and Israel's relationship with the US; The chief of Mi6 provides the first confirmation from western intelligence that Putin cut a deal with Prigozhin to save his own skin; Managing Editor for Politico tells the story of former Supreme Court Justice John Harlan who showed the power of proper dissent.
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Earlier today, Governor Chris Sununu of New Hampshire announced that he would not run for reelection in 2024. He told his followers on Twitter that he believes public service isn't a career. Boyd discusses the importance of giving up power, which began with George Washington.
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The chief of Britain's Mi6, Richard Moore, gave a rare speech in Prague earlier today. He gave the the first confirmation from western intelligence that Vladimir Putin cut a deal with Prigozhin, boss of the Russian mercenary Wagner group who led a mutiny on Moscow. Boyd breaks down Moore's fascinating inside look at what's happening in Russia.
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When it comes to the Supreme Court, there has been a lot of disagreement over its rulings. But the dissent plays an important role in the national conversation. From 1877 to 1911 Supreme Court Justice John Harlan became a great dissenter on the court. Managing Editor at Politico Peter Canellos breaks down how his dissent made a difference in moving the country forward.
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Today, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, one of the most popular governors in the country, announced he would not run for reelection. He announced that he would step down on Twitter, saying "public service should never be a career." Lisa Kashinsky from Politico's Massachusetts Playbook joins Boyd with the details.
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Over the last year, Russia, China, and Iran have been escalating conflicts. The Biden administration has been playing peacekeeper to try and not make things worse. But a little more friction may be exactly what we need. Michael Mazza from the American Enterprise Institute explains why the US needs to be more aggressive, not hyper focus on de-escalation.
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Today, the President of Israel, Isaac Herzog, spoke to a joint session of Congress about Israel's vibrant democracy. In contrast... the speech came days after hundreds of thousands of protesters took to the streets in Israel to protest the government's judicial reforms, which many say are anti-democratic. Boyd analyzes Herzog's speech and what it means for the US-Israeli relationship.
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Senator Joe Manchin and former Utah Governor Jon Huntsman Jr. bring message of unity to centrist group No Labels' New Hampshire Town Hall. Russia backs out of crucial grain deal brokered by the UN. And Brad Wilcox releases a new report looking at the Utah Family Miracle.
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Boyd recaps the biggest takeaways from today's show.
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Utah was recently ranked No. 1 in the nation in terms of our economic outlook. One key to Utah's success economically may lie in the strength and stability of Utah families. Brad Wilcox from the University of Virginia and the Institute for Family Studies connects the family to economic success and proposes some ideas for strengthening support of families in Utah.
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An increasing number of children are being raised, not by their parents, but by their grandparents. Over 13,000 grandparents are responsible for raising their grandkids in Utah. Dr. Moses Dixon from the Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging joins Boyd to discuss how we can better support grandparents who face a myriad of challenges bringing up their grandkids.
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Tomorrow, teachers from across the state of Utah will gather for First Lady Abby Cox's "Show Up for Teachers" conference. The focus will be on how to improve the emotional and mental wellbeing of the state's educators. First Lady Abby Cox joins Inside Sources to discuss the event and the importance of the community supporting our teachers.
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Yesterday, Russia announced that it was pulling out of the U.N. brokered Black Sea grain deal. The announcement came after an alleged Ukrainian drone struck the Crimean Bridge, which is a crucial Russian supply line into Crimea. Ishaan Tharoor from the Washington Post explains the impact of these events and gives an update on the slow-moving Ukrainian counteroffensive.
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Last night... Senator Joe Manchin and former Governor of Utah Jon Huntsman participated in a New Hampshire Town Hall with the centrist group No Labels. The group hopes to field a third party "unity ticket" in the 2024 presidential election. Boyd examines their unity message and why they have both political parties shaking in their boots.
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The fundraising numbers for the second quarter for presidential candidates are in, showing cash flow can provide a cover for a multitude of problems in campaigns. Third party group No Labels is holding a town hall event in New Hampshire with Senator Joe Manchin and former Utah governor Jon Huntsman, scaring the left and the right. And men are losing their identity, but that doesn't have to be the end of the story.
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Third Party Group No Labels is holding a town hall event in New Hampshire today with Senator Joe Manchin and former governor of Utah Jon Huntsman. Boyd discusses why Republicans and Democrats are trying to fight it and what that tells us about the potential of centrists in this country.
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Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova were two tennis stars during the 1970's and 80's, and bitter rivals throughout their respective careers. But decades later, everything changed when both women discovered they had cancer. Sally Jenkins, award winning sports columnist for the Washington Post, joins to discuss how a sports rivalry became a beautiful friendship in the face of adversity.
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For months now, Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville has been blocking nominees for military posts that require Senate approval. Senators on the right and the left have claimed there's not a way around it. But James Wallner from the R Street Institute says the Senate has several processes by which lawmakers can approve military promotions, without Tuberville.
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In today's modern world, women are thriving. But the picture of men in this country is a lot less rosy. Many are losing themselves, not knowing what it means to be a man... not feeling welcome in society. Christine Emba from the Washington Post explains why men are feeling lost and examines a possible path forward.
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Since last week, hundreds of thousands of people have taken to the streets in Israel to protest proposed judicial reforms. Plus, President Biden arranged a phone call with Prime Minister Netanyahu, and tomorrow Israeli President Isaac Herzog will address Congress. Amos Guiora joins Inside Sources from Israel to break it all down.
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On Friday, Utah's Governor Spencer Cox was elected chair of the National Governor's Association and launched the "Disagree Better" initiative. Governor Cox joins Boyd to discuss how he hopes to bring lawmakers together.
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Senator Joe Manchin and former Utah governor Jon Huntsman are in New Hampshire today for a third-party event with No Labels. No Labels has been fielding attacks from the left and the right. Boyd discusses why this group is drawing ire from both sides. Plus, Robert Sherman from NewsNation joins Boyd from New Hampshire to discuss what they hope to accomplish with No Labels.
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The headlines over the weekend centered on the fundraising numbers for the second quarter for presidential candidates. The big names brought in big bucks as expected. But beyond the headlines... cash flow can cover a multitude of campaign problems. Johanna Maska from the Global Situation Room and NewsNation breaks down the numbers and what they mean for candidates.
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The Utah Department of Transportation announces that a gondola is the best option to improve ski traffic in Little Cottonwood Canyon. Inflation slows down to 3%, but we're not out of the woods yet. And the Marine Corps is without a Senate confirmed leader for the first time in over 160 years thanks to a certain Senator from Alabama.
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Senator Joe Manchin is traveling to New Hampshire with No Labels, stirring up speculation about a third party run. Are Americans in the mood for a third party? A recent survey shows a third-party candidate at roughly 20% in a three-way race with President Biden and former President Trump. Leah and Derek discuss.
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Just this week, Bruce Hough qualified to be on the ballot in congressional district 2. Bruce Hough calls in to chat about his campaign, his priorities, and how he feels about a possible 3-way split among voters.
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Utah is preparing for dangerously high temperatures. A heat wave is rolling in this weekend... and many places in the state may get far above 100 degrees. KSL's chief meteorologist Kevin Eubank joins Inside Sources to discuss what Utahns can expect and how to manage the heat if you have to go outside.
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For the first time, in more than 160 years, the Marine Corps has no Senate confirmed leader. That's because for the past few months, Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama has been successfully blocking military promotions that require Senate approval. Paul McLeary from Politico breaks down what's happening and how it's impacting our national security.
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The ballot for Utah's congressional district 2 special election is set. Over the last week, Becky Edwards and Bruce Hough have qualified... joining Republican nominee Celeste Maloy on the ballot. Candidate Becky Edwards joins Derek and Leah in the studio to discuss her campaign and how she feels about a 3-way split among voters.
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Inflation slowed down to 3% in June, raising questions about the future of the economy. Is this a good sign? Does this mean the Fed will skip another interest rate hike? Senior economist and vice president at Zions Bank Robert Spendlove breaks down the numbers.
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Not everyone is a big fan of the gondola option up Little Cottonwood Canyon. There is still a lot of opposition and concerns about cost and environmental impact. Mike Marker, who is on the board of Friends of Little Cottonwood Canyon, explains why he thinks the gondola is a bad idea.
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Will Little Cottonwood Canyon be getting a gondola to improve traffic? It's looking more and more like the answer is yes. Just yesterday, the Utah Department of Transportation announced that a gondola is the best option for the canyon. President of Ski Utah Nathan Rafferty joins the show to discuss why he thinks a gondola would benefit the community, tourism, and more.
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The Utah Supreme Court hears a case looking at whether or not the legislature can redraw political maps to dilute or enhance the opposing party's voting power. And, NATO meetings kick off in Lithuania reminding leaders of crucial decisions made 15 years ago in regards to Ukraine's membership status.
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Confidence in higher education is falling according to a new Gallop poll. Derek and Leah discuss why that may be.
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Today, world leaders kicked off another NATO summit. So far, Turkey has opened the door for Sweden to join the alliance... but what about Ukraine? 15 years ago... NATO also considered whether or not to add Ukraine as a member. Ishaan Tharoor from the Washington Post says the promises made there opened the door for Russia to invade and still give Ukraine hope that they'll be invited to join NATO.
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Today, the Salt Lake City School board is releasing the findings of its population and boundary study. The report will provide a list of possible elementary school closures in the district. Spokeswoman for the Salt Lake City School District explains what we can expect from this report.
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Utah is once again being considered to host the Winter Olympics. Millions of dollars are already going towards updating facilities, whether Salt Lake City hosts the games or not. Should we look at this as a huge cost to taxpayers or an investment in the economy? Senator Mike McKell from the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Coordination Committee joins the show to discuss.
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Congress is back in session for a few weeks before their August recess. Among the many things on their agenda is permitting reform. The lack of permitting reform in this country is holding up crucial energy projects. Congressman John Curtis' chief of staff Corey Norman explains what Congress needs to do to remove some of this red tape.
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While all eyes have been on the 2024 presidential race... there's another race that will have a big impact on Utahns' lives... the 2024 Senate race. Speaker Brad Wilson has launched a Senate exploratory committee. And recently, he hit a fundraising record. He joins Inside Sources to discuss why he thinks his message is resonating with Utahns as he travels the state.
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During oral arguments today, the legislature argued that the state did have the right to redraw political districts. Senator Dan McCay joins Derek and Leah to discuss what the state constitution says about redistricting and the slippery slope that is gerrymandering.
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Today, the Utah Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case looking at whether or not the legislature can redraw political maps to dilute the opposing party's votes. Hayden Johnson from the Campaign Legal Center and Laura Lewis from Mormon Women for Ethical Government join to discuss their arguments against redistricting for partisan reasons.
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Utah's very own Governor Spencer Cox goes on CBS' Face the Nation to talk about social media, guns, conservatism, and more. Turkey backs Sweden's bid to join NATO. And BYU runner Kenneth Rooks claims the national title at the men's steeplechase run after taking a fall.
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After taking a fall during the national championship race for the Men's steeplechase run, BYU student Kenneth Rooks makes a comeback to win the national title. Scott and Leah discuss how they discovered this news on social media and why we need to use these platforms for more than just the funny memes and hot political takes.
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One of Biden's key campaign strategies is his focus on "Bidenomics", the term coined to highlight the Biden Administration's economic vision for our country's future. But what is this vision? And is it actually producing good results for Americans? Scott Lincicome from the Cato Institute shares a cautionary tale of Bidenomics.
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Right now, we have two candidates for congressional district 2: Celeste Maloy, the Republican nominee... and Becky Edwards who just qualified for the ballot after gathering enough signatures. But there's another candidate who submitted signatures to be on the ballot: Bruce Hough. Leah and Scott discuss how his candidacy would impact the Republican party ticket.
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Starting tomorrow, President Biden will meet with other world leaders at a crucial NATO summit. And there are a lot of important topics on the docket from Sweden's and Ukraine's bids to join NATO and Russia's war in Ukraine. Laura Kelly from The Hill breaks down what we should be watching over the next few days.
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For a while job growth has remained strong. But on Friday... it seemed to lose steam. The Jobs Report for June dropped... showing that we added only 209,000 jobs to the economy. Mark Hamrick from Bankrate explains what this tells us about where the economy is headed and what to expect from the Fed in the months ahead.
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Recently, Utahns have heard from two very different governors with different visions for the country. On Saturday, California Governor Newsom came to Utah where he slammed red state policies. On Sunday, Utah's Governor Cox appeared on Face the Nation defending his policies. Leah and Scott discuss how these governors serve as bell weathers for the country.
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Over the weekend, the Utah Democrats welcomed a high-profile guest to the state: California governor Gavin Newsom. Governor Newsom was visiting as part of his red state tour hoping to give democratic parties a boost. Ben Anderson, communications director from the Utah Democratic Party, breaks down Gov. Newsom's message and political strategy.
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Over the weekend, Utah's very own Governor Spencer Cox went on Face the Nation to discuss everything from gun violence to social media to the future of conservatism. Governor Cox is the incoming chair of the National Governor's Association. Leah Murray and Scott Simpson examine why the Gov took this interview and look at his answers to hot topic issues.
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A lot is happening today on the Ukraine-Russia front. Wall Street Journalist Evan Gerskovich has been detained by Russia for 100 days, the US is sending cluster bombs to Ukraine, and Prigozhin is back in Russia. Casey DeSantis launches 'Mamas for DeSantis' to help rally support for her husband's presidential campaign. And China is going through a brain drain, creating an opportunity for the US.
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Boyd discusses why it's essential to forgive those who have wronged us.
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China was once the most populous country in the world. But now, it's experiencing a brain drain, with hundreds of thousands of people leaving the country each year. Catherine Rampell from the Washington Post says this isn't just bad for China. It's also an opportunity for the US.
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A new art exhibition has opened at The Church History Museum of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It celebrates the art of Minerva Teichert who has a fascinating life story. Art curator for the exhibit, Laura Howe, joins Boyd to discuss Minerva's life, her art, and her legacy of faith.
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Yesterday, we learned that Wagner chief Prigozhin may be back in Russia. He had been exiled to Belarus after leading an armed mutiny in Moscow. Then a pro Kremlin newspaper leaked images of a raid on Prigozhin's mansion where they found wigs, passports, and gold. Brian Whitmore from the Atlantic Council and Power Vertical Podcast breaks down what's happening.
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It's time for Inside Sources' inside look at presidential politics. This week, Casey DeSantis hit the campaign trail to rally mothers and grandmothers to support her husband. President Biden traveled to South Carolina to tout his investments in manufacturing. And Former Vice President Mike Pence is confronted by voters about what happened on January 6th.
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This week we celebrated our nation's independence... one of the important principles our nation was founded on was religious liberty. President Dallin Oaks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been an outspoken advocate for religious freedom. Sarah Weaver joins from London to discuss what Oaks has said about religious liberty and what she's learning about this important freedom while in England.
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Hundreds of thousands of Russian troops are amassing on the border of the Donbas region in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the US will be sending controversial cluster bombs to Ukraine to help them in the war effort. Former board member of the World Trade Center Mark Toth breaks down why Donbas has become the focus of the Russian army and why the US is sending cluster bombs.
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When it comes to Russia... the headlines have been all about Wagner chief Prigozhin. But beneath the headlines... today is an important day because it marks 100 days since Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gerskovich was arrested for espionage in Russia. Boyd examines what's being done to bring him home and what his detainment tells us about Putin's regime.
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The Pentagon announces its plan to protect classified information following the leak by 21-year-old airman Jack Teixeira. Conservatives are moving to red states and liberals to blue states, increasing polarization. Belarus says Wagner Chief Prigozhin is back in Russia.
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Trust in all of our institutions is in decline. How did we get here and how do we reverse course? Boyd says all of the solutions begin with trust in each other and more integrity.
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In just a few years the 2017 Tax Cuts will expire. Many have blamed this law and past tax cuts for our rising deficits. But is that true? Will raising taxes solve our financial problems? Adam Michel from the Cato Institute says that the growth of federal spending is the problem and raising taxes would incentivize even more spending.
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Today, Russian Prime Minister Alex Lukashenko told reporters that Wagner Group leader Prigozhin is back in Russia. The Pentagon reports that a Russian fighter jet harassed a US drone over Syria. And the former US ambassador to Russia tells the Washington Post that a regime change in Russia could be worse for the country, Ukraine, and the world.
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Baby Boomers are the biggest generation living in America, and they are retiring in large numbers. But what's more concerning is the fact that there are fewer workers to replace them. Alyssa Fowers from the Washington Post breaks down what this means for our entitlement programs and economic future.
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There's an interesting shift happening in US demographics. Conservatives are moving to red states. And liberals are moving to blue states. This phenomenon is being called 'The Big Sort.' Nick Riccardi from the Associated Press joins Boyd to examine what's driving it and what it tells us about today's level of polarization.
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Alabama senator Tommy Tuberville has been blockading military positions that require Senate approval. And next week, half of the Joint Chiefs of Staff will retire, with no successor in place. Paul McLeary from Politico explains what's happening and what some of the downstream effects could be.
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Today, the Pentagon announced plans to tighten controls of classified information. The changes come after 21-year-old Airman Jack Teixeira leaked documents on a gamer chatroom. Ryan Vogel from Utah Valley University breaks down the planned security changes and says what the Pentagon really needs is a culture of trust and integrity.
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A federal judge issued an injunction limiting the Biden administration from contacting social media companies. Earmarks are up 20% in House bills. The state department releases damning Afghanistan report.
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Boyd discusses how we often hyper focus on the wrong things when it comes to getting people on the right path for upward mobility.
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The 2024 election is quickly shaping up. The first Republican debate is set for next month on August 23rd. The nominee will be chosen at the beginning of next year. Niall Stanage from NewsNation explains the 5 things we need to know as we move forward towards those important dates.
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On Friday, hours before the holiday weekend, the state department released its Afghanistan report. The report showed some significant failings and sharply criticized the Biden administration for its handling of the withdrawal. Dodge Billingsley from Combat Films and Research breaks down what we learned from the report.
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Over the weekend... it became increasingly clear that there are some deep divides outside the Supreme Court and even INSIDE the court... not just on Affirmative Action or the first amendment... but on the court's own legitimacy. Boyd looks at the current disagreements and why it's important to accept Supreme Court decisions.
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The Israeli military has just concluded a raid in the West Bank occupied city of Jenin, which killed 12 Palestinians and 1 Israeli soldier. The raid was triggered by an attack in Tel Aviv that left 8 people wounded. There has also been a flurry of protests in Israel against some proposed judicial reforms. Amos Guiora joins Boyd from Israel with the latest updates.
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Independence Day is a great opportunity to reflect on a principle our nation was founded on: liberty. Polling shows that Americans greatly value their liberty but don't think the government is doing a good job protecting it. Meanwhile, younger generations aren't supportive of certain protections. JD Tuccille from Reason says we need to find common ground when it comes to freedom.
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Despite a push from Congress to spend less than they did last year, earmark spending is up by over 20%. Romina Boccia from the CATO Institute breaks down why we're seeing an explosion in pet project funding by lawmakers and how this contributes to excessive government spending.
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Yesterday, while Americans were celebrating Independence Day, a federal judge issued an injunction limiting the Biden administration from contacting social media companies. Will Duffield from the CATO Institute says the court is taking strong action against jawboning, AKA bullying by government officials using informal pressures.
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Today, the Supreme Court sided with a web designer who refused to build a wedding website for a same-sex couple. Many in the news media have called this a religious liberty case. But the case is actually centered on the first amendment. Deseret News' Politics Editor Suzanne Bates joins to discuss the case and the conclusion that the majority and dissenting justices came to.
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The Other Side Village is welcoming a new CEO to help lead as it builds a tiny home village for the homeless in Salt Lake City. Preston Cochrane will succeed Tim Stay who has been serving as the interim CEO. Preston and Tim join to discuss the change and how Preston hopes to move the project forward.
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This weekend, people across the country will celebrate the 4th of July with barbecues and fireworks. But here in Utah, you won't want to miss one of the most patriotic events happening down in Pleasant Grove. A giant American flag will be raised above Grove Creek Canyon. Co-founder of Follow the Flag, Kyle and Carrie Fox, join to discuss the event and why our nation is still worth celebrating.
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It's been another busy week on the campaign trail for nearly all of our presidential candidates. Former Vice President Mike Pence made a surprise visit to Ukraine where he met with President Zelenskyy. DeSantis laid out his border security plan while in Texas. And President Biden embraced 'Bidenomics.' Boyd breaks it all down.
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How much is our country losing because of our outdated and broken, hopelessly complex immigration system? It turns out, a lot. Fiona Harrigan from Reason joins Inside Sources to discuss how other countries are benefiting from our dysfunctional immigration system, including by poaching our top talent.
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President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan is officially dead. The Supreme Court struck it down this morning, saying the President did not have authority under the Heroes Act to cancel student debt. But beyond just being unlawful.. Beth Akers from the American Enterprise Institute says it was also bad policy. She breaks down why and were we go from here.
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The Supreme Court has struck down Affirmative Action, and now the president's student loan forgiveness program. There has been fierce disagreement over the court's decisions. But there's a difference between disagreement and disparagement. Boyd looks at disparaging comments made by President Biden and others and says there's a way to disagree that doesn't include undermining the court's legitimacy.
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The Supreme Court strikes down Affirmative Action and rules in favor of a Christian postal worker who refused to work on Sundays. The Congressional Budget Office projects that the federal government will spend $116 trillion over the next 30 years. And Robert F. Kennedy shows courageous vulnerability in his first, televised town hall.
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While many see the Supreme Court's ruling on affirmative action as another point of division for the country and a setback for diversity.... could it actually be an opportunity for minority students? Ian Rowe from the American Enterprise Institute joins Boyd to discuss how this decision re-establishes merit and agency.
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Today, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Christian mail carrier who refused to work on Sundays... strengthening protections of religious rights at work. Paul Lamber from the Religious Freedom and Business Foundation explains what this decision means for businesses and people of faith and how accommodations for religious identity benefit the workplace.
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Last night, Robert Fr. Kennedy Jr. participated in a town hall hosted by NewsNation. Kenndy has been polling at a surprising 15-20% so far. And last night, he was incredibly honest and vulnerable. Boyd breaks down the highlights.
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Representative Blake Moore joins Inside Sources to discuss the IRS whistleblowers who testified before the House Committee on Ways and Means about their investigation into Hunter Biden for tax crimes. Plus, Rep. Moore reacts to the CBO's projection that the federal government will spend $116 trillion over the next 30 years.
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This week the Small Business Administration announced that scammers stole more than $200 billion in aid during the pandemic. Then, the Congressional Budget Office announced that the US is on track to spend $116 trillion in 30 years. Eric Boehm from Reason joins to discuss what's happened with taxpayers' money 3 years ago and where our future money is headed.
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Today, the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action, limiting the use of race as a factor in college admissions. President Biden criticized the court for rolling back decades of precedent. Boyd explains how affirmative action was destined to fall apart because of a variety of factors including immigration reform, changing demographics, shaky rationales, and more.
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President Biden embraces 'Bidenomics' on the campaign trail, for better or for worse. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to participate in a town hall hosted by NewsNation as he does better than expected in the polls. And the Utah Republican Party has nominated Celeste Maloy, but how should the other candidates position themselves ahead of the election?
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Former chairman of the Utah GOP and co-host of KSL at Night Derek Brown joins Marty to discuss the 3 viable candidates for congressional district 2, what advantages they have, and what their communications strategy should be going into the primary and general elections.
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Tonight, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will participate in a town hall hosted by NewsNation. Kennedy has stirred up a lot of controversy, and with his double-digit poll numbers, is causing some Democrats to worry. Niall Stanage from NewsNation and The Hill joins Marty to discuss Kennedy's candidacy, why Democrats are watching him, and what to listen for during the town hall.
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In October, the Biden administration has announced that student loan repayments will resume. After 3 years of suspended payments... there's likely to be mass chaos and confusion among borrowers. But Preston Cooper from FREOPP says a new bill, proposed by Utah Representative Burgess Owens and colleagues, could make the transition back to payments a little smoother.
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Governor Cox just got back from leading a trade mission to Paris and London. These trade missions are a great opportunity to highlight the best of Utah, grow partnerships and expand Utah businesses. Tiffeny Yen-Louie from World Trade Center Utah joins to discuss what came out of the mission, including a few new trade pacts between us and the UK and France.
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Former Governor of Utah and former US ambassador Jon Huntsman appeared on CNN with anchor Kaitlin Collins to discuss why the Wagner Group mutiny means the end of Putin's uncontested power. Marty examines what Huntsman had to say about what comes next for the Russian dictator.
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Yesterday, the Supreme Court rejected a legal theory titled the "independent state legislature" theory. The ruling will have big ramifications for elections across the country. Matthew Germer from the R Street Institute joins to discuss why this was a good decision by the justices.
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Remember when the ACA passed in 2010 and was then upheld by SCOTUS in 2012? Here we are more than a decade later and a new survey shows that most American workers get their health coverage through their employers, including here in Utah. Todd Bingham from the Utah Manufacturers Association discusses the benefits of employers offering health insurance.
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Today, President Biden is fully embracing 'Bidenomics', tying his future as president to the US economy... for better or for worse. It seems a little risky for a President to attach himself to the economy. But President Ronald Reagan did it, with Reaganomics. Adam Cancryn from Politico joins to discuss the calculations that the administration is making here.
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Former president Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are holding dueling campaign events in New Hampshire today. Meanwhile, 2024 presidential candidate and Senator Tim Scott is on the rise among GOP voters. And as we wait for SCOTUS to rule on Affirmative Action, does the program's architecture still stand in today's world?
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Recently, Elder Ulisses Soares of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was in South American teaching about human dignity. Boyd discuss how our institutions have to be built on the belief and respect of each other's human dignity.
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How affordable is a middle-class lifestyle in America? One study from the American Compass found that the cost of being in the middle class has skyrocketed. But Scott Winship from the Center on Opportunity and Social Mobility at AEI says there are major flaws in the study and Americans are better off than reported.
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This week, the Supreme Court will hand down its final rulings on a series of cases... including a case that will decide the future of Affirmative Action. The program was created in 1965. It's 2023. Decades later, does the architecture that Affirmative Action was built on still stand? Megan McArdle from the Washington Post explains why it's untenable.
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As the world tries to make sense of the Wagner Group's mutiny attempt in Russia, there are a lot of questions about what comes next. But one thing is for certain... the mutiny has exposed a crack in Putin's regime...but not because of the mercenaries. Leon Aron from the American Enterprise Institute says the silence of the Russian people who didn't come to defend him speaks volumes.
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From his personal life to his business dealings, and most recently his latest plea deal on criminal charges, President Joe Biden's son Hunter seems to always be in the news, and its usually bad news. But Jay Evensen from the Deseret news says his case isn't unique to our country's history. Many of our US presidents have dealt with relatives causing scandal and heartache.
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Monty Moran is the former Co-CEO of Chipotle, known for helping to build a culture there that turned the company into a Fortune 500 star. He joins Inside Sources to discuss leadership and his new book, "No One is a Stranger: Finding Love, Connection, and a Brilliant Life."
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On the Art of Happiness podcast, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy joined Arthur Brooks for a conversation about the loneliness crisis and how social media use is contributing to increasing isolation. Boyd examines what he had to say about social media, teens, and fostering connection.
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Former president Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are holding dueling campaign events in New Hampshire today. Both of them are polling far ahead of the other 2024 candidates. But one candidate, Senator Tim Scott, is rising in favor among Republican voters as a second-choice candidate. Boyd explains how being the second choice can pave the way to finishing first.
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President Biden takes infrastructure on the road to tout his investments to the American people. Russia's mercenary forces, the Wagner Group, storm the streets of Moscow in a historic challenge to Vladimir Putin's regime. And cost and selfishness aren't the only reasons why America is seeing a baby bust.
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Former President Obama recently sat down with CNN for an interview that spanned a wide range of topics but centered around one question: How strong are America's institutions? Boyd examines what the former president had to say about it.
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Tomorrow, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will release the final volume in The Joseph Smith Papers. Sharalyn Howcroft, Matthew Godfrey, and Brent Rogers from the Church History Department join Boyd to discuss what they hope people take away from this final volume.
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Nationwide, birthrates are falling below replacement population levels, including here in Utah. People report the reason for not wanting children is due to cost, or simply a greater desire to pursue other interests than parenting. But Tim Carney from the American Enterprise Institute says there's another reason: culture and fading religiosity.
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Earlier today, Florida Governor and 2024 presidential candidate Ron DeSantis spoke to voters in Texas about his border security plan. Boyd looks at the policy, what Governor DeSantis got right, and why we should be concerned about candidates saying they'll use executive orders to manage problems like immigration.
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There are a lot of polls out there about the 2024 presidential candidates. But one recent poll from CNN has bad news for President Biden, former president Trump, and the other candidates. Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research breaks down the trends she's seeing.
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US officials are still trying to make sense of a whirlwind of events that happened in Moscow this weekend. Russian mercenary boss Prigozhin led his forces in a historic challenge to Vladimir Putin's leadership. Washington Post reporter John Hudson joins Boyd to discuss what it all means for Putin, the war in Ukraine, and what comes next.
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Today, President Biden announced $42 billion to expand high speed Internet access . The announcement kicks off a 3-week tour where the administration hopes to explain to voters how its investments in infrastructure will benefit them. Johanna Maska from NewsNation joins to discuss how the administration can use this to connect with voters and boost approval ratings.
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The Supreme Court rules in favor of the Biden administration after two states challenge its power to enforce immigration policies. The Department of Justice announces new charges against Chinese companies trafficking fentanyl chemicals. The Titan submersible implodes, teaching a lesson about structural integrity.
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After days of searching, yesterday the Coast Guard confirmed it had found the pieces of the missing Titan submersible and the five people onboard were perceived to be dead. Boyd looks at the design flaws that may have led to its implosion and why structural integrity shouldn't just be applied to submersibles but to our lives as well.
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Today, the DOJ announced arrests and charges against Chinese companies manufacturing and trafficking fentanyl. The issue of fentanyl was a big topic during Secretary Antony Blinken's meeting with President Xi this week. Boyd examines what US leaders are doing to manage the issue.
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Over the last few years, we've seen a breakdown of trust in our institutions, our educational institutions, our political institutions, AND our religious institutions. After a pandemic that caused so many to despair about the future, how do we get to a better place? Russell Moore from Christianity Today joins Inside Sources to discuss restoring trust and overcoming cynicism.
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This week, former Texas congressman Will Hurd became the latest to join the already crowded presidential field. Plus, Republican candidates are gathered at the Fath and Freedom Conference to talk about character, leadership, and faith. Boyd breaks it all down in this special inside look at 2024 presidential politics.
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Republicans in the House are divided... not necessarily on policy, but on process. From votes to censure to articles of impeachment, some Republicans on the far right of the party are fast tracking votes and forcing their colleagues to make tough choices. Theodoric Meyer from the Washington explains the process and why some believe that not following it will cost them the majority.
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After we found out that China has a spy base on Cuba, the news broke that China is currently in talks with Cuba to build a joint military training facility that would put boots on the ground just miles off the US coast. Alexander Ward from Politico joins Boyd to discuss what we know about the negotiations and what it would mean for US national security.
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Today the Supreme Court handed President Biden a win on immigration. Last year, Texas and Louisiana challenged the administration's ability to enforce its own immigration policies. The Justices ruled 8-1 against the states. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call breaks down the majority opinion and what this means for states, the President, and immigration policy.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting the White House today for an official state visit. Boyd gives his perspective on the dynamics at play during this state event.
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Boyd discusses the political balance during a state visit between India and the United States.
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KSL reporter Aimee Cobabe joins Inside Sources to discuss the recent changes being made to the missionary program for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
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Every day, thousands of children are temporarily held in juvenile detention facilities as they await the court's decision on their innocence or guilt. However, low staffing levels at these facilities are leading to dangerous effects on these children... such as solitary confinement for multiple days, which has led to an increase in suicidal behavior. Is the state of our juvenile detention facilities falling apart? Logan Seacrest from the R Street Institute talks about the issues facing our juvenile detention system.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India paid a visit to the White House yesterday following an invitation from President Biden. With growing concerns about his "autocratic style" leadership, many are wondering what this meeting means for the American democracy. How are we expanding our relationship with India? And what impact will that have for the world? Ellen Nakashima from the Washington Post joins the show to discuss the dynamics at play during this state visit.
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The 2024 presidential election cycle is in full swing... and former president Donald Trump and current president Joe Biden seem to be leading the way. But... new polling from CNN has some bad news for the supposed 2024 frontrunners on the Republican and Democratic sides. And it's not looking great for the other Republican candidates either. Boyd goes behind the numbers of what this means for the upcoming election.
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Seattle is close to reaching 2022's record high of 1,000 fatal drug overdoses... Their response? Legalizing drug use. Could this work to decrease the fatalities? What policies and thinking led to this rampant problem of addiction and overdose? And what can be done to reverse course and keep the damage from getting worse? Talk show host Jason Rantz joins Boyd to talk about this phenomenon.
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Today is an important day for the relationship between our country and the Republic of India, as the White House welcomes Indian Prime Minister Modi for an official state visit. How have things been going? And what are the dynamics at play beneath all the pomp and circumstance of a state visit?
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The Nation's Report Card is out showing sharp declines in reading and math. World leaders gather in London to discuss rebuilding Ukraine. A new report suggests that rooting out corruption in Ukraine will be key to rebuilding it. Plus, President Biden sends our warming relationship with China back into frosty waters with one word.
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With the news of more learning losses nationwide, Boyd offers a way to measure how you're doing when it comes to learning called the 'Eve Ratio.'
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We're continuing the conversation surrounding America's troubling lack of recovery in education after the pandemic. We've talked about the national scores and learning loss, but how is Utah doing in comparison? Andrea Brandley from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute joins Boyd to break down the numbers here at home.
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Today, the Nation's Report Card on math and reading came out showing some of the largest drops we've seen in 50 years. 3 years after the pandemic hit... what's going on in our classrooms? Rick Hess from the American Enterprise Institute joins to discuss some of the underlying causes for these sharp declines and what needs to change.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken just wrapped up a trip to Beijing where he met with President Xi. Many saw this as a good step forward in thawing our relationship with China. But President Biden may have just put us on course for a deep freeze after calling President Xi a dictator. Boyd examines what this all means for our relations.
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As we honor world refugees this week, many organizations in Utah have made a huge difference in helping those displaced from their homes. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has a long tradition of providing aid, service, and relief to refugees arriving in Utah. Church News reporter Mary Richards breaks down what the Church is doing around the world.
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When corporations are considering where to set up shop, states will compete with each other, offering huge subsidies and tax benefits so companies will move to their state and create jobs. But James Hohman from the Mackinac Center for Public Policy says it's a myth that these handouts create more employment and help the economy.
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Earlier this month, Congress passed a bill to raise the debt ceiling, and it included 2 years of spending caps. But since then, the White House and Congress have admitted that they'll probably blow past these limits. Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute breaks down how these caps should be designed if we really want to reduce excessive government spending.
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World leaders, including US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, are gathered in London today to talk about rebuilding Ukraine. They have already pledged billions of dollars in aid to help rebuild the country. Josh Rudolph from the Alliance for Securing Democracy explains why rebuilders should focus not just on hammering out new buildings, but on continuing Ukraine's anti-corruption efforts for the country's long-term success.
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After Secretary Blinken met with China's president Xi this weekend... the US failed to walk away with the one commitment it wanted from China: a promise to pick up the phone when the US calls. So what came out of the meeting? Migrant labor shortages are hurting Utah's farming industry. And former US Senator Cory Gardner explains why his Super PAC is supporting 2024 presidential hopeful Senator Tim Scott.
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Boyd talks about how people avoid simplicity in organizations, including in government, in order to justify their jobs and what impact that has.
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Boyd is joined by former US Senator from Colorado Cory Gardner who recently spoke at the American Conservation Coalition Summit in Salt Lake City. Senator Gardner chats with Boyd about why conservative voices are needed in climate and conservation conversations. Plus, he explains why his Super PAC is throwing its weight behind 2024 candidate Tim Scott.
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Today is World Refugee Day. A recent UN report found that a record 110 million people have been displaced worldwide, with a total of about 35 million refugees... many of whom have been resettled in Utah. Holly Richardson from Utah Policy and Deseret News joins Boyd to discuss what we can do to serve them today and always.
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Over the weekend, former president Donald Trump gave a headline grabbing interview about the classified documents case. And the other 2024 candidates are struggling to break through the Trump noise as the media bombards them with questions about pardons. So, Boyd looks at the important 2024 messages from the other candidates you may be missing.
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There are 22 candidates vying for the seat in Congress currently held by Rep. Chris Stewart, who is resigning in September. Bruce Hough, national committeeman of the Republican Party of Utah, is one of those candidates. He joins Boyd to discuss why he's running for office.
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Farmers across Utah are struggling to find workers and put food on the table. The industry is reliant on migrant labor... but it's facing labor shortages. KSL NewsRadio's Hugo Rikard-Bell joins Inside Sources to break down his investigation into the migrant labor shortage and how it's impacting Utah farmers.
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After Secretary Blinken met with China's president Xi this weekend... the US failed to walk away with the one big commitment it wanted from China: a promise to pick up the phone when the US calls. So, what came out of this meeting? Olivier Knox from the Washington Post breaks down the takeaways from fentanyl, to Taiwan, to lines of communication.
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Tesla strikes a deal with Ford and General Motors that will have ramifications for the electric vehicle industry and the Biden administration. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit Beijing this weekend, hoping to thaw relations starting with one important commitment from China. And today, is World Refugee Day.
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Earlier this year... Secretary of State Antony Blinken postponed a trip to Beijing after a Chinese spy balloon traversed across the US. But now, that trip is back on. This weekend, Blinken will visit China hoping to thaw relations and walk away with one important commitment. Laura Kelly from The Hill breaks down what the administration is hoping to accomplish.
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The field is set for those hoping to replace Representative Chris Stewart who will resign from Congress is September. There are a jaw dropping 22 candidates in the race. Scott Reber is one of those candidates. He joins Inside Sources to explain why he's running for office.
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Despite the perfect weather, record snowpack, and what seems like one of the rainiest summers we've ever had... Utah has already seen more than 100 wildfires. Karl Hunt from Fire Sense joins to discuss Utah's current wildfire conditions and how we can stay safe and prevent more fires as temperatures continue to rise.
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A surprise deal has been struck between Tesla, General Motors and Ford. The two automakers have agreed to rely on Tesla's charging technology for their electric vehicles. How will this impact the EV market and President Biden's clean energy goals? James Bikales from POLITICO explains how the EV market will face a split between 2 vehicle charging standards.
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It has been a busy week for 2024 presidential candidates. Another candidate has jumped into the presidential race, but all the news and headlines have surrounded former President Trump's federal indictment. Leah and Taylor break down the latest in presidential politics.
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Today is World Refugee Day. A recent UN report found that a record 110 million people have been displaced worldwide, with a total of about 35 million refugees, many of whom have resettled to Utah. Mario Kljajo from Utah's Refugee Services Office joins to discuss the refugee landscape in Utah, how to help, and the events honoring refugees this weekend.
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On Wednesday, the Utah legislature set the dates for the special election to replace Rep. Chris Stewart after his resignation. The bill passed unanimously in the Utah House but received one opposition vote in the Senate from State Senator Nate Blouin. He joins us to discuss why he voted against the bill and what concerns he has with the schedule.
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We're in a municipal election year, and candidates have had to deal with a curve ball: the special election to replace Congressman Chris Stewart. Taylor Knuth is running to be mayor of Ogden City. He joins Leah and Taylor to discuss how the special election is impacting his campaign, why he's running for mayor, and what experience he brings to the table.
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The Federal Reserve doesn't raise interest rates. What does that tell us about inflation and the economy? 2024 will be the most online election to date. And as we roll into Father's Day weekend, Boyd has a special message for the dads out there.
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As we roll into Father's Day this weekend, Boyd goes back to an interview he had with Richard Reeves, author of "Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do about It." Boyd looks at some of the struggles and worries that fathers are dealing with and why the only thing that matters is their heart.
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A few weeks ago, Congress passed the debt ceiling deal. Since then, House Republicans have decided to write spending bills below the caps established in the debt ceiling deal... setting us up for a shutdown showdown in September. Boyd breaks down what to expect and why you shouldn't be worried.
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Utah has a long history of tug of war with DC Bureaucrats over who gets to control our public lands. Of course, there was the fight over Bears Ears. And now the BLM has proposed a rule that would limit Utahns access to these lands. Boyd looks at a recent hearing where Rep. John Curtis expressed frustration with DC bureaucrats managing public lands from afar.
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This week marks the 173rd anniversary of the Deseret News. The paper has a long history and has even become a household name in Utah. Executive Editor of the Deseret News Doug Wilkes joins to discuss the paper's legacy and how journalists can reclaim public trust in the media, which has been on the decline.
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This week, Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) debated foreign policy in the third installment of The Senate Project. Executive director of the Hatch Foundation Matt Sandgren joins Boyd to discuss the highlights and the foundation's upcoming gala where they'll recognize Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell with the “Titan of Public Service” award.
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Our nation has several financial challenges ahead. And whoever wins the 2024 election will have to deal with them. The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget has begun a new project to analyze the fiscal impact of presidential candidates' proposed policies. Marc Goldwein breaks down what they're watching for and what challenges await the next administration.
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The Federal Reserve met this week and decided NOT to raise interest rates from their current level of 5.25% during the month of June. Is this a sign that inflation is being tamed and we won't see more rate hikes? Or is this simply a pause? Jeff Cox from CNBC joins to break down the numbers.
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For a long time, grip and grins, handshakes, and retail politics have been central to political campaigns. And to be fair, they're still important for presidential candidates. But the 2024 election cycle is shaping up to be very different... and more online. Kaleigh Rogers explains how campaigns are trying to capitalize on micro-Internet trends and how success or failure impacts candidates.
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Newly minted president of Brigham Young University C. Shane Reese joins to discuss his new role and his vision for the university. An AP investigation finds that more than 400 billion dollars in COVID aid was wasted or stolen. Plus, how will artificial intelligence change the workplace and society?
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The Utah delegation in the US House of Representatives and members of the Western Congressional Caucus will be part of some important conversations on climate and conservation in Salt Lake City tomorrow. Rep. Blake Moore joins to discuss what he sees as a commonsense environmental agenda and to preview tonight's bipartisan congressional baseball game in DC.
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On this flag day, Boyd discusses discusses the importance of this symbol for our nation.
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A lot of voices have come out concerned about the rise of artificial intelligence... with even the creators of AI warning about its potential. But AI isn't new... technology is constantly evolving. Jonathan Westover from Utah Valley University explains how we can adapt and lead out on AI as it becomes a part of our lives and our workplaces.
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Recently, the EPA proposed a rule requiring two thirds of all cars sold in America to produce zero emissions in 10 years. Seems like a noble goal. But Philip Rossetti from the R Street Institute says a flawed cost-benefit analysis of this kind of regulation will lead to bad policy and a heavy burden on taxpayers.
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A recent AP investigation has found that more than $400 billion in COVID aid was either stolen or wasted. And this is most likely just scratching the surface. Eric Boehm from Reason joins Inside Sources to discuss what went wrong and the trade-offs we see when the government hands out money during emergencies.
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Across the country we hear stories about how college campuses are becoming less civil, less tolerant, and consumed by politics. And universities in Utah are not exempt from these criticisms. But the new president of Brigham Young University, C. Shane Reese, is beginning a new chapter at a historic institution built on a career of understanding uncertainty and strong faith. He joins Boyd to discuss the story of BYU he hopes to tell as the newly minted 14th president.
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Today, the Senate held a hearing on the FBI's powers under FISA. After more than 278,000 violations, some lawmakers want the FBI to make reforms before they reauthorize this power. Utah Senator Mike Lee introduces a bill that would give Congress back its authority to declare emergencies. And despite news stories that the expanded work requirements in the debt ceiling deal will hurt the poor, a new report shows work improves mental health including among SNAP participants.
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This week, the BYU Wheatley Institue will host the 2023 Religious Freedom Annual Review. Anne Snyder from Comment Magazine will be one of the speakers at the event. She joins to discuss religion's place in society.
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Utah Senator Mike Lee has introduced a bill to the Senate, titled the Article One Act. This legislation aims to reclaim Congress' powers that were given to the executive branch by the National Emergencies Act of 1976. Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute breaks down what powers Congress lost and why they need them back.
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The Senate held a hearing today on the FBI's powers under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Some lawmakers want the FBI to make major reforms before they agree to reauthorize these powers. This comes after the FISA Court found more than 278,000 improper searches. Former FBI special agent and Chief Division Counsel Greg Rogers joins to discuss.
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Some of the most talented civics students in Utah have been working on projects to apply their civics knowledge and benefit their communities. They're showcasing their work at Utah Valley University tomorrow in conjunction with the Bill of Rights Institute. Stan Swim from the Bill of Rights Institute joins to discuss the impact civics students can have in their communities.
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The recently passed debt ceiling deal expanded work requirements for adults in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). While a lot of news reports say this was a blow to low-income Americans, the conversation is missing the positive impact work has on mental health. Angela Rachidi from the American Enterprise Institute breaks down the connection between employment and good mental health.
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Last week, we found out that former President Trump had been indicted by the DOJ on criminal charges in connection with the classified documents found at his Mar-a-Lago home. What does this indictment do to public trust in our institutions, trust in the Oval office, and the trust of our allies abroad? Americans, and Congress, find out that China has had a spy base in Cuba since 2019. And Ukraine's much anticipated counteroffensive begins.
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The University of Oklahoma women's softball team just finished an incredible season, becoming the NCAA national champions after beating Florida state. During an interview, an ESPN reporter asked three of the star players about how they keep joy in the game. Their answers were surprising.
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After a long period of build-up and speculation, the Ukranian counteroffensive against Russia is now underway. And the stakes could not be higher. Ishaan Tharoor from the Washington Post explains what we're seeing as far as troop movements and how it could impact the outcome of the war.
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China is becoming more aggressive on the global stage, and now we're learning that they've established a spy base in Cuba.. just off the coast of Florida. Ian Johnson from the Council on Foreign Relations breaks down what China is trying to accomplish, what this means for US-China relations, and how it might impact Secretary Blinken's trip to Beijing next week.
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Last week, we heard rumors that China was in talks with Cuba to establish a base on the island and spy on the US. The White House shut that down. But then, over the weekend, we heard that China had ALREADY established a spy base in Cuba dating back to at least 2019. Jamil Jaffer from George Mason University breaks down the White House's confusing communications and Congress' need to know.
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A new urban city planning concept is making waves... and not the good kind. It's called "The 15-minute city" and it's being implemented across Europe and cited as a climate solution for the US. Steven Malanga from the Manhattan Institute breaks down what this city would look like and some of the unintended consequences of this kind of policy, especially for the poor.
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Since the indictment came down last week, Republican presidential candidates have called into question the motivations of the Department of Justice. Why would they come to the defense of an opponent during an election? Boyd looks at what candidates are trying to accomplish and what it tells us.
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Last week, former president Trump was indicted on criminal charges in connection with the classified documents found at his Mar-a-Lago home. The indictment is unsealed, and the courts will decide if he's guilty. But what does the indictment of a former president do to public trust? Boyd examines trust in our public institutions, in each other, and of our allies.
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Former president Donald Trump is indicted on federal criminal charges in connection with hundreds of classified documents found at his Mar-a-Lago home. Candidates begin jumping into Utah's second congressional district race. And, should taxpayer dollars go towards the building of a Major League Baseball stadium in Salt Lake City?
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Should public funds be used to build an MLB stadium in Utah? Leah and Taylor look at a new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll showing what Utah residents think about this issue.
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Representative Chris Stewart will resign in September. Next week, the legislature will hold a special session to move the municipal elections and accommodate the special election. This will have a cascading effect on county clerks, city recorders, and more. Weber county clerk and auditor Ricky Hatch joins the show to discuss how the ramifications for city recorders, those who are sending out ballots, and more.
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Next week, the legislature will convene a special session to move the municipal elections back to accommodate a special congressional election. This will have a big impact on candidates running for mayor. Ogden mayoral candidate Angel Castillo joins Taylor and Leah to discuss.
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The race is on for Utah's second district after Representative Chris Stewart officially handed his resignation letter to Governor Cox. Yesterday was the first day candidates could officially file for elections. Former state representative and speaker of the House Greg Hughes joins to discuss why he he's running for Congress.
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It has been a busy week for presidential politics. As we've covered on the show the last 5 days, several candidates have announced their bids for president this week. During this segment, Leah and Taylor look at one announcement that kind of flew under everybody's radar and other presidential politics moments you may have missed this week.
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Donald Trump has become the first ever former president to face federal criminal charges. The Department of Justice has indicted the former president in connection with hundreds of classified documents found at his Mar-a-Lago home. Former US attorney for Utah John Huber, KSL's Legal Analyst Greg Skordas, and reporter Aimee Cobabe join the show to break down the indictment and what comes next.
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The process in Utah begins to fill Rep. Chris Stewart's seat in Congress. The Supreme Court strikes down a congressional map in Alabama that civil rights groups say discriminates against black voters. The fallout from the Ukrainian dam destruction continue... including for China.
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Yesterday, Utah Senator Mitt Romney met with the Assistant Secretary of State Bureau of Consular Affairs, Rena Bitter to discuss the demand of passports in Utah, and the possibility of opening a passport processing center in the state to mitigate the long wait times. Derek and Leah discuss the reality of passport wait times.
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The fallout continues after a Ukrainian dam was heavily damaged this week from an explosion. Former board member of the World Trade Center Mark Toth joins to discuss the impact on Ukraine and Russia's relationship with China.
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The 2024 presidential field is growing fast. Just this week, we've had former Governor Chris Christie, former Vice President Mike Pence, and North Dakota governor Doug Burgum jump in. Nathaniel Rakich from FiveThirtyEight breaks down who is polling the best so far and who some of the surprises might be as we go through this 2024 election cycle.
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As we've been discussing Representative Chris Stewart has sent his official resignation letter to the governor. Governor Cox will hold a special session next week to move the municipal elections and accommodate a special congressional election. Utah Republican Party Chair Robert Axson to discuss how the party is navigating this process.
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Today, the Supreme Court struck down a congressional map in Alabama that many say discriminated against black voters. Chief Justice Roberts and Justice Kavanaugh sided with the other three liberal judges. University of Colorado law professor Douglas Spencer breaks down the case and why the justices ruled the way they did.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence participated in a CNN town in Iowa last night where he faced questions from CNN's Dana Bash and some voters just hours after formally announcing his 2024 campaign. Leah and Derek look at some of the highlights and how he's trying to distance himself from former president Donald Trump.
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Representative Chris Stewart has decided to step down from Congress in September. His resignation kickstarted a lot of changes to Utah's election this year. KSL NewsRadio reporter Lindsay Aerts joins Leah and Derek to discuss the new election schedule, the special election rules, and what comes next.
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Representative Chris Stewart has sent his official resignation letter to the governor... starting the clock on the special election. The Governor and legislature have decided to move it the municipal elections back to hold a special election and fill his seat. How will it impact those mayor and city council races? Ogden mayoral candidate Ben Nadolski expresses optimism about the change.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence announces he's running for president. China acts like it's not interested in improving relations with the US. And biased judges are shutting down debate in high school.
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During former VP Mike Pence's campaign rally in Iowa today, Karen Pence brought back a memory of losing in two Congressional races, saying it humbled her and her husband. Boyd discusses why humility is an essential virtue for leaders in America.
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One of the many elective classes that high school students choose to take is debate. It's where they can speak their mind on topics that they believe are important. But what if these students are no longer allowed to say what they actually want to say? James Fishback from Incubate Debate breaks down how debate is no longer allowed because of biased paradigms.
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With new technology, Amazon, AI, and Door Dash deliveries, we're headed for a future where we don't have to talk to people we don't know. But talking to strangers could be more important than you think. Eboo Patel from Interfaith America says talking to strangers helps build and sustain democracy. Plus, Eboo discusses how we can build bridges of understanding in higher education.
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The 2024 presidential field is expanding... with former Vice President Mike Pence and North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum jumping in the race today. Someone who has rubbed shoulders with and worked alongside many of these candidates is former Governor of Utah Gary Herbert. He joins Boyd for a conversation about the current candidates.
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Next week, the BYU Wheatley Institute will host the 2023 Religious Freedom Annual Review. Jonathan Rauch from the Brookings Institution will be a panelist speaking on the challenges and opportunities for religious institutions. He joins Boyd to discuss how democracy needs both religious institutions and secular politics and how the two can support each other.
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The Biden administration is hastily trying to thaw tensions and open lines of communication between the US and China. But is China interested in doing the same? Josh Rogin from the Washington Post says recent actions and rhetoric from China show us they're not ready to smooth things over just yet.
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A few months ago... former Vice President Mike Pence told Boyd on Inside Sources that you should run for office if you feel a sense of duty. Clearly, the former VP feels that sense of duty, because today, he launched his bid for president. Boyd looks at his message to voters and how he's trying to stand out from other candidates.
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Former New Jersey Governor is announcing is presidential run tonight. There is one candidate, more than all the rest, who is welcoming Christie to the race - and it may surprise you who that is, and why. A Ukraine dam is damaged by a blast, causing catastrophic flooding. And on the 79th anniversary of D-Day, what will you do to honor those who courageously fought, and defeated, tyranny?
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Today marks 79 years since allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy on D-Day. Boyd highlights Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's speech in Normandy, France today, and asks, what are you willing to do to honor those who acted heroically in the face of tyranny?
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We have seen the number of illegal border entries drop in recent weeks... but there is still a problem at the border that needs to be solved. A bilateral approach, between the US and Mexico could reduce illegal immigration. David Bier from the Cato Institute breaks down the potential areas for coordination between our two countries.
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Our homes are becoming more and more like the homes our parents and grandparents could only dream of: Robotic vacuums, smart speakers, remote-controlled everything. But despite all of this progress... Bureaucratic regulations might be taking us in another direction. David McGarry from the Taxpayers Protection Alliance explains how bureaucracy is making our homes more expensive.
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This morning... we learned a critical dam in southern Ukraine was heavily damaged after an explosion, flooding the southern part of the country. This comes as we're seeing signs that a Ukrainian offensive may already be beginning. Anna Pechenkina from Utah State University breaks down what this means for Ukraine's counteroffensive and the war as a whole.
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Washington DC is the most powerful city in the world. It's where US policy is crafted, wars are declared, and money is made. But behind our elected officials is a very large bureaucracy pulling a lot of the strings. Former Congressman Jason Chaffetz joins Boyd to discuss his new book "The Puppeteers" and how federalism is the most effective way to push back against the B Team.
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Today marks the 79th anniversary of D-Day, the day when allied soldiers stormed the beaches of Normandy, France... turning the tide of World War 2. But before the US even entered the war... thousands of Americans traveled to other countries to fight against Nazi Germany. Boyd examines a bill proposed by Rep. Abigail Spanberger to honor them with a Congressional gold medal.
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Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is running for president, creating an even more crowded presidential field. With so many people competing for the Republican nomination, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu decided not to run, worried about candidates fracturing the vote. Boyd looks at who could fracture the vote on the right and left and why it may not matter.
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New Jersey Governor Christ Christie is announcing his presidential run to today. He is the self-proclaimed "Trump-fighter." While some Republican candidates may welcome Christie to fight Donald Trump. There is one candidate, more than all the rest, who is welcoming Christie to the race: former president Donald Trump.
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Presidential candidate and Senator Tim Scott appeared on The View today after Joy Behar accused him of not understanding the black experience in America. President Biden seems comfortable crossing Vladimir Putin's red lines. And America faces a Swedish moment when it comes to Social Security.
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When strikes began hitting the Russian border region of Belgorod, it wasn't the local government that stepped in to pick up the pieces. It was neighbor helping neighbor. Boyd discusses the power of civil society and our responsibility to each other.
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Community service is very important, as First Lady Abby Cox strongly believes. Her Show Up for Service initiative pushes Utahns to "show up" and participate in serving our community. As part of this initiative, she is hosting a free community event to encourage Utah families to do service this summer. She joins Boyd to discuss how Utahns can get involved.
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Over the weekend, President Biden signed the debt ceiling deal. The bill included some permitting reforms for energy projects. But did lawmakers go far enough? There's a lot of red tape that energy projects have to go through before they're approved. Phil Rossetti from the R Street Institute breaks down what's in the bill and what still needs to be done by Congress.
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Since Russia invaded Ukraine last year, Vladimir Putin has drawn dozens of red lines, threatening retaliation, even nuclear warfare, if the US and its allies crossed them. And President Biden feels pretty comfortable crossing them. John Hudson from the Washington Post explains why the White House is confident sending weapons to Ukraine and why Russia isn't hitting back.
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America has a Social Security crisis... but we're not doing anything about it. On the other hand, Sweden faced a similar issue with their Social Security system, but they fixed it... 30 years ago. Deseret News' Opinion Editor Jay Evensen says it may be time for the US to follow in Sweden's footsteps.
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During a CNN town hall, Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley answered some hard-hitting questions from host Jake Tapper and GOP caucus voters. The topics ranged from US support for Ukraine, to abortion rights, to border patrol. Boyd analyzes how she threaded the needle on important issues and is focusing on policy as she competes for the White House.
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This morning, presidential candidate Senator Tim Scott appeared on The View to talk about racism. Someone who has appeared on The View as a guest host and been part of really critical conversations about race is former congresswoman Mia Love. She joins Boyd to discuss how we can have better conversations about race.
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Last week, The View's Joy Behar said that presidential candidate and Senator Tim Scott doesn't understand the black experience. Today, Tim Scott went on The View to have a conversation about race and racism. Boyd examines what he said, why he went on a show that's hostile to conservatives, and why his message may resonate with The View's audience.
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Last night the Senate passed the debt ceiling agreement with little fuss, avoiding default. Presidential candidates are in Iowa this weekend for Jonie Ernst's "Roast and Ride" event. Mike Warren from the Dispatch explains what the second tier candidates can do to breakthrough a crowded presidential field. Plus, the principal of Skyridge High School delivers an inspiring speech on graduation day, drawing from the remarkable stories for four students and one retiring teacher.
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Principal John Wallwork gave an inspiring speech at Skyridge High School's graduation ceremony this week. Boyd explains why his words about 4 students and 1 teacher were so meaningful.
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This weekend, presidential candidates will participate in Jonie Ernst's 'Roast and Ride' event in Iowa. Iowa is important for those candidates hoping to break through the Trump and DeSantis noise. But Mike Warren from The Dispatch says that without campaign dollars, effective organizing, and a standout moment with a national audience, second tier candidates won't get anywhere.
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It's time for Inside Sources' inside look at presidential politics. Republican contenders descend on Iowa, with DeSantis and Trump duking it out. We prepare for former VP Mike Pence and former governor Chris Christie's formal announcements next week. And Joe Biden hasn't been campaigning. Does he need to be careful of RFK Jr. and Marianne Williamson?
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When we see a friend or a family member hurting... our natural reaction is to fix what's broken. Put a Band-Aid on it. Offer advice. While that's ok when there's a physical wound... we can't always fix an emotional wound... nor should we. Boyd is joined by Rabbi Joe Charnes for a discussion about being present instead of doing something.
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Last night, the Senate passed the debt ceiling agreement with little fuss, sending it to President Biden's desk and avoiding default. It all seemed a little anticlimactic after months of fear mongering. Boyd says this teaches us a lesson about the process of raising the debt ceiling and funding the government that we should remember when it happens again in September.
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US Ambassador to Turkey Jeff Flake calls in to discuss the reelection of President Erdogan and earthquake recovery efforts. The House passes the debt ceiling deal, advancing it to the Senate. CEO of Deseret Management Corporation Keith McMillan returns from a symposium at the Vatican in Rome to discuss faith in the media. Plus, after Representative Chris Stewart announces his resignation, Boyd calls for respectful restraint.
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This week, the news broke that Representative Chris Stewart is resigning to take care of his sick wife. Before the ink had even dried on his resignation letter, some were quick to talk about the next election, announce their candidacy, or get a social media hit. Boyd says that during congressional seat vacancy like this one, we should practice respectful restraint.
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Leaders of the Catholic church and Deseret Management Corporation recently convened at the Vatican in Rome to discuss faith in the media and the role of the news, media, and art in society. CEO of DMC Keith McMullin was there in Rome. He joins Boyd for a discussion about how the media can move past headlines and highlight the divine in each of us.
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Turkey has been in the spotlight this year... from massive earthquakes in February to Sweden's NATO application to the recent reelection of President Erodgan. US Ambassador to Turkey Jeff Flake joins Boyd for a conversation about how these events are impacting Turkey's place on the world stage and its relationship with the US.
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With a US-Taiwan trade deal in the works and of course the spy balloon, tensions have escalated between the US and China. And now tensions are now trickling down to the the nation's milk. KSL NewsRadio's Hugo Rikard-Bell talked to members of Utah's dairy and trade industry who are experiencing this firsthand. Hugo joins Inside Sources with the story.
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Congress is facing an inflection point. Will battles, extreme partisanship, and dysfunction be the norm? Or is there a way for Congress to find its way out of the current morass? Philip Wallach from the American Enterprise Institute joins Boyd to discuss his new book, "Why Congress", and how Congress can rise past division and recommit to its original values and duties.
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The Senate Project is holding its third debate with Senators from opposite ends of the political spectrum, Jonie Ernst (R-IA) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH). Executive Director of the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation Matt Sandgren discusses what to expect from the upcoming debate and how he hopes these discussions will lead to real collaboration in Congress.
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Last night... the House passed the debt ceiling deal. The final vote tally was 314-117... with 71 Republicans and 46 Democrats voting against it. Interestingly... more Democrats than Republicans voted to advance the bill to the Senate. Boyd examines the unique coalition that got the bill past the finish line and what comes next.
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The House votes to advance the debt ceiling bill to a final vote tonight. China announces its plans for space, raising alarm bells in Washington. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints engages in humanitarian work in Turkey following this year's massive earthquake.
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House clears procedural vote on the debt ceiling deal, 241-187. 29 Republicans voted no and passed with the help of 52 Democrats. Tonight the House will vote on the bill. Then, if passed, it will go to the Democratic-led Senate, where it will need 60 votes to get to Biden’s desk. Boyd walks through the process.
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President Biden is the clear front runner for the Democratic Party ahead of 2024. But recent polling shows his two contenders are on the map and may have higher favorability among supporters than the president. So, will this be a challenge for the Team Biden? What headwinds does he face overall? Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research takes us behind the numbers.
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Many think the US economy is weaker today than it's ever been. As a result, politicians on the right and the left have embraced a protectionist approach to trade and the economy. And Americans are pessimistic about the future. But Scott Lincicome from the CATO Institute explains why he believes the American wealth machine is still going strong and we shouldn't abandon our free and open system just yet.
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Congress is in the middle of a procedural vote on the debt ceiling deal. James Wallner from the R Street Institute joins Boyd live to discuss what this vote means and what will happen next if Speaker McCarthy doesn't get enough votes to move the deal forward.
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In February, devastating earthquakes rocked the country of Turkey. Since then, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been in the country engaged in humanitarian work. Bishop Christopher Wadell from the Church, who is back from Turkey, joins Boyd to discuss the service being done overseas.
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China has recently announced plans to land people on the moon by the end of the decade, 2030. This has set off some alarm bells in Washington. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post joins Boyd to break down what this means for the US' rivalry with China in the lens of space policy.
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Many in Congress aren't happy with the expansion of work requirements in the debt ceiling deal. For a while, this issue was a red line for the White House in negotiations. But for decades, President Biden was actually a supporter of work requirements. Angela Rachidi from the American Enterprise Institute says this an opportunity for the President to lead when it comes to welfare reform and upward mobility and breaks down what's actually in the bill.
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President Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy reach a deal to raise the debt ceiling. 2024 Presidential hopefuls converge on Iowa. The Federal Trade Commission investigates baby formula manufacturers for collusion.
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On Memorial day, we honored those men and women who have acted greatly to preserve our freedoms. Boyd says we need our men and women in Congress to act greatly when it comes to the debt ceiling and moving the country past partisan divides.
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It's the big news of the day.... President Biden and Speaker McCarthy have sent a debt ceiling deal to Congress to pass. Rep. Blake Moore joins Inside Sources to discuss the deal and why he's supporting it
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This week, presidential hopefuls are descending on the state of Iowa as the 2024 race begins to really heat up. Iowa is a critical state for candidates trying to win their party's nomination. Johanna Maska was part of former President Barrak Obama's campaign. She joins Boyd to discuss why everyone is going to Iowa and the politics at play in the Hawkeye state.
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Members of Congress have been in briefings all day, reading the text of the debt ceiling agreement, and weighing their votes. Former Congresswoman Mia Love shares her experience with the debt ceiling back when Paul Ryan was Speaker and says if Congress can admit that there's a spending problem, then we can fix it.
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The Federal Trade Commission is launching an investigation into major formula manufacturers for colluding to win contracts But is the FTC looking for wrongdoing in the wrong place? Eric Boehm from Reason says bureaucracy and bad federal policy including high tariffs and sole-source contracts are the problem and diminish competition in the market.
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We finally have a deal to raise the debt ceiling and members actually have a chance to read the bill. So, what's does the text say? And what does it mean for the nation's debt trajectory? Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute says there are a lot of loopholes around the spending caps making its impact on our federal spending path unclear.
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The debt ceiling fight has shown just how broken Congress really is. But Boyd says it has also created an opportunity for members in the middle to transform the people's house and propel it past partisan divides. Boyd breaks down what votes are needed to pass the bill and why this is a broken open moment for Congress.
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The clock ticks down on the debt ceiling negotiations. President Zelenskyy speaks at Johns Hopkins University's commencement on essence of time. Gold star widow Jennie Taylor joins Boyd for a discussion on the men and women who lost their lives during the Global War on Terrorism and how we can remember them ahead of Memorial Day.
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On Memorial Day, Boyd invites you to pause for a moment of remembrance to think about the principles that drive the cause of freedom in our country.
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As we roll into Memorial Day... we want to take a moment to focus our attention on the men and women who gave their lives for us to enjoy our freedoms. Jennie Taylor, from The Major Brent Taylor Foundation and co-host of "Relentlessly Resilient" joins Boyd to discuss what we should be thinking about this weekend and an upcoming honor flight for gold star families.
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It's time for Inside Sources' inside look at 2024's presidential politics. This week, we had two big names jump into the race: Senator Tim Scott from South Carolina and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Boyd looks at how they're making the pitch to voters and how other candidates in the race are reacting.
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The Center for Economic Opportunity and Belonging (CEOB) has released a new digital toolkit, available to all Utah employers, that aims to increase belonging in the workplace. Ze Min Xiao from CEOB and Scott Cuthbertson from EDCUtah join Boyd to discuss how we can foster a sense of belonging at work and combat isolation.
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The graduating class at Johns Hopkins University had a surprising guest deliver the commencement speech this week: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Boyd walks through President Zelenskyy's speech where he spoke to graduates about what he believes is the most valuable resource: time.
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We have entered the final days of negotiations before the US hits the debt ceiling deadline of June 1st. Speaker Kevin McCarthy said this morning that the final sticking point comes down to spending cuts. Boyd looks at where we are and reminds listeners that we already hit our debt limit and the government will continue to collect revenue after June 1st.
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As we round out Mental Health Awareness month, motivational speaker, author, and podcast host Ganel-Lyn Condie joins Inside Sources to discuss mental health awareness, suicide prevention, stewardship, and living our lives with more joy.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announces he's running for President on Twitter. Boyd says it's a missed opportunity. Democrats express frustration with the White House, worried they're making a mistake by not pushing back enough against McCarthy on the debt ceiling negotiations. The Supreme Court rules against the Environmental Protection Agency, limiting their authority under the Clean Water Act.
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Ahead of Memorial Day, Boyd examines Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.'s speech given in New Hampshire in 1884 about the importance of remembering.
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The new Chinese ambassador to the US arrived in the states today amid heated tensions. But could those tensions be cooling? Where do US-China relations currently stand? Phelim Kine from POLITICO breaks down the current flash points between our two countries and discusses the important bilateral meetings coming up.
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During debt limit negotiations, Kevin McCarthy has had regular communication with the press, really shaping the talks. Meanwhile, the President has been committed to keep the process out of the public eye. But Marianna Sotomayor from the Washington Post says Democrats are starting to get frustrated with the President's approach and worry it gives Republicans the upper hand.
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The White House has been making the argument that Congress is obligated to raise the debt ceiling without spending cuts so we can pay for the bills passed by Congress in the past. But James Wallner from the R Street Institute says that argument is misleading. He tells Boyd that Democrats are wrong to claim the debt limit is not up for negotiation because the Congress changes every 2 years and isn't bound by the past. Plus he dismantles some of the other less than truthful arguments out there.
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The Supreme Court has issued a ruling on a long-standing case that challenged the Environmental Protection Agency's authority under the Clean Water Act. Phill Rossetti from the R Street Institute joins Boyd to discuss the couple who brought this case before the court, how this narrows the scope of the Clean Water Act, and what this means for wetlands and waterways.
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Last night Florida Governor Ron DeSantis launched his bid for president on Twitter with Elon Musk. The moderators, Elon Musk and David Sacks, called the announcement historic for being on Twitter Spaces. But Boyd says it was a missed opportunity because of the inexperienced moderators, a missing Casey DeSantis, and much more.
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Negotiators from Speaker McCarthy's team and President Biden's team meet at the White House to discuss a debt ceiling compromise. While McCarthy urges Republicans to stay united, the White House estimates that 100 Democratic votes will be needed to pass a deal. Chief Justice John Roberts speaks out during a publicly televised speech to defend the Supreme Court. An attack is launched across the Russian border.... by Russians. And the Brooklyn Bridge turns 140 years old today.
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Today marks the 140 years since the Brooklyn Bridge was built. It was a massive project, an architectural beauty, haunted by tragedy, and miraculously completed. Boyd discusses how it was built during a time of great American innovation, and asks, can America still accomplish big things in today's political climate?
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With the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Americans have invested billions into revamping our highways, railroads, and other infrastructure. But red tape is holding up many of those projects. Richard Geddes from the American Enterprise Institute says we need infrastructure permitting reform to get those projects rolling and help the economy.
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This week, there was an attack on Russia by a group of anti-Putin Russians. The attack has fostered confusion in Russia and been an embarrassing moment for Vladimir Putin. Rob Picheta from CNN Digital explains what we know about the attack so far and what it means for Putin and the war.
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Trust in the Supreme Court is on the decline. A new poll by Marquette University Law School finds 41% of Americans approve of how the Supreme Court is doing its job. Now the Chief Justice himself is speaking out in his first televised speech since the pandemic. Boyd looks at what Justice Roberts had to say about the court's ethics and examines where we go from here.
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Emotional resiliency is something that teenagers really struggle with, especially during this day and age of social media. So how can parents, educators, and other role models help teach kids to be resilient? Dr. Kristin Francis from the University of Utah Huntsman Mental Health Institute joins Boyd during Mental Health Awareness Month with tips for helping kids bounce back better.
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Amidst the debt ceiling fight, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is urging Republican members to stay united. But behind the scenes, the White House is estimating that they'll need at least 100 Democratic votes to get a debt limit compromise passed. Jennifer Haberkorn from POLITICO breaks down how this projection is influencing the negotiations.
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Negotiators are meeting at the White House today to hash out a debt ceiling deal. Earlier today, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy once again appeared before the cameras in the Capitol laying out where things currently stand between Congress and the President. Boyd looks at the nuances of the negotiations and how McCarthy is framing the conversation.
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Rep. John Curtis introduces legislation to stop the Bureau of Land Management from implementing a proposed new rule that would block access to public lands. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis prepares to make his 2024 announcement. While former President Donald Trump leads in the polls, Johanna Maska says that the process on the ground of winning delegates is more important than national popularity contests.
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Boyd examines two ways we can restore trust in each other and our institutions.
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President Biden has made it one of his priorities to go after junk fees, claiming they cost consumers billions of dollars each year. Whether for airline seating or hotel resorts, what are junk fees costing Americans? Would banning them benefit the economy? Ryan Bourne from the Cato Institute has a new report looking at junk fees, why businesses use them, and the impact of regulations on consumers.
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Former president Donald Trump has been leading in the polls since he announced his bid for president back in November. Because of his high poll numbers, some say it's inevitable that he will become the Republican nominee for president. But Johanna Maska from NewsNation and Global Situation Room says the process on the ground and winning delegates is more important than what the polls say.
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A comprehensive immigration bill has been introduced by a Florida Republican and a Texas Democrat in the House. The legislation comes a decade after the last comprehensive immigration package which never passed the House. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call goes through the details of the bill and what comes next.
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The Religious Freedom and Business Foundation is holding its annual conference on faith in the workplace Founder and President Brian Grimm joins Inside Sources to discuss why making room for religious diversity and freedom at work is important for the success of the employees and the company as a whole.
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Tomorrow, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will announce his bid for president on Twitter. Ahead of that announcement, DeSantis has been switching up his practical campaign style, spending more time with the people, something he's not known for doing or enjoying. David Drucker from The Dispatch breaks down DeSantis' trip to Iowa, what's changed, and what he's watching for in tomorrow's announcement.
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Headlines in Washington D.C. are all focused around one issue: the debt ceiling. But beneath the headlines there's another important issue that will have a direct impact on Utahns. Rep. John Curtis joins Boyd to discuss the Bureau of Land Management's proposed new rule that he says could block Utahns' access to public lands.
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Senator Tim Scott announces his bid for president. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy pursues an aggressive communications strategy on the debt ceiling, and it's working. President Zelenskyy visits Hiroshima with President Biden during the G7, drawing a comparison between the Japanese city and Bakhmut, which is currently under siege by Russian forces.
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Senator James Lankford (R-OK) has done his annual review of the government's wasteful spending. Boyd looks at everything our politicians are spending our money on, from butterfly studies in Germany, to wine trails in San Francisco for the wealthy.
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Ukraine and Russia are currently battling for control of Bakhmut. Russia says they've conquered it. Ukraine says not so fast. What makes this piece of land so important, strategically and symbolically? Colonel Jonathan Sweet joins Boyd to discuss the significance of Bakhmut, what it will mean if Russia takes it, and Pres. Biden's reversal, allowing Ukrainians to train on F-16s.
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The president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a historic visit to the G-7 conference in Japan over the weekend. He traveled to Hiroshima during the conference with President Biden where he drew an interesting parallel between Hiroshima and Bakhmut. Boyd examines the comparison and what comes next for US support to Ukraine.
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The Bureau of Land Management has proposed a rule change that would impact Utah's public lands, possibly making them unusable for mining, grazing, recreation, and more. The rule would designate "conservation" as an official use for public lands. Ben Burr from Blue Ribbon Coalition says the BLM doesn't have authority to do this and there are already conservation laws in place.
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When it comes to our debt, deficit, and debt ceiling, politicians have some difficult choices to make. JD Tuccille from Reason played with some online budget tools to find out how the government uses our money and what choices they need to make. He joins Boyd to discuss what he learned and why leadership requires important decision making.
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President Biden and Speaker McCarthy are expected to meet this afternoon to continue discussing the debt ceiling. Ahead of that meeting, McCarthy has been pursuing an aggressive public messaging strategy. Emily Brooks from The Hill breaks down why the Speaker is getting out in front of the cameras while President Biden pursues a quieter approach and how it's working for both men.
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Earlier today, at a rally in Charleston, South Carolina, Tim Scott announced that he is running for President of the United States. He's the second candidate from South Carolina to announce and is known to have a more optimistic message for the country. Boyd looks at what he said in South Carolina today about his story, why he's running, and what he brings to the race.
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Boyd speaks about the lessons we need to learn from the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He talks about how the power of restraint has prevented another atomic weapon from being used anywhere in the world since WWII.
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We've talked extensively on Inside Sources about the debt ceiling crisis, and the problems our country is facing regarding our government spending and national debt. The discussion about real proposals and real solutions needs to be had, we can't afford to put this off any longer. So, what's being proposed? And how can we increase the political will to pass real budget reform? Romina Boccia gives an in-depth analysis of the Better Budget Control Act of 2011, and how to improve this legislation to apply today.
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Join us as we take an inside look every week at the politics surrounding the runup to the 2024 presidential election. Governor Ron DeSantis and Senator Tim Scott prepare for their presidential announcements but may have lost control of the message leading up to it. Nikki Haley is interviewed by Niall Stanage from the Hill about her own presidential run.
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A Utah reporter joined the recent delegation of Utah leaders who traveled to Ukraine earlier this month. One of the stories this reporter heard during her time there captured just how devastating and horrible this war has been to the people of Ukraine. It also showcased the power of unshakable faith. Katie McKellar from The Deseret News talks about her experience in Ukraine, and the incredible story of a survivor of the Bucha Massacre.
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After attending the G-7 conference this weekend, President Biden had planned to visit Australia to meet with the leaders of Australia, India, and Japan in the midst of China's provocative actions in the region. He also planned a visit to Papua New Guinea, becoming the first American President to visit the island nation. The long-planned trip was canceled due to the ongoing conversations here in the U.S. to come up with an agreement on the debt ceiling. What are the ramifications of this last-minute cancellation? Alex Gangitano from The Hill joins the show to talk about the diplomatic consequences that will follow this foreign policy failure.
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The annual G-7 conference began today, and leaders from across the world have gathered in Hiroshima, Japan. There, they will engage in some high-level diplomacy, and hopefully, when it's all over, get something done together. The influence of China, not there in person but certainly on everyone's mind, is also a big part of this conference. How will China's influence affect this years' G-7 gathering? Caroline Anders from the Washington Post gives her insight into the conference at Hiroshima.
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President Biden faces challenges abroad and here at home during the G-7 conference in Japan. A Utah reporter has a deeply affecting conversation with a survivor of the Bucha Massacre in Ukraine. An update to the 2011 Better Budget Control Act offers a way forward on needed budget reform.
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Boyd and KSL anchor Carole Mikita reflect on the memory of Dick Nourse, longtime KSL broadcaster who passed away earlier today. We analyze the decision made by the President of Ecuador to end his government and hold emergency elections. And Eboo Patel, president of Interfaith America, talks with Boyd about the need to build ties across faith communities in our country.
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Boyd reflects on the legacy of KSL broadcaster Dick Nourse, and the importance of spending our time where we can make a difference in the lives of others.
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We have seen a string of bank failures since the beginning of 2023. The banking sector and our government have been scrambling to mitigate the damage and search for the cause of these failures. But there is a root cause of recent instability that is not being talked about. How do bank mergers factor into this conversation? And how to we prevent this problem from getting worse? Shahid Naeem from the American Economic Liberties Project gives his perspective on the flaws in our financial sector, and where things go from here if nothing changes.
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As secularism increases across nearly every faith tradition in our country, there is one organization that is bringing people together and showing how America's religious diversity is one of our greatest strengths. Interfaith America is making a real difference across the country and having the right conversations when it comes to America's varied religious traditions. Eboo Patel, founder and president of Interfaith America, has a great conversation with Boyd about how to increase the bonds of faith between our country's religious communities.
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Alzheimer's is a terrible disease that affects seniors in our country. Through pioneering science and research, treatments are being developed to combat the disease, and we're learning more about it all the time. However, access to treatment, especially new treatments of Alzheimer's, has been continually blocked by contradictory decisions made by different health organizations. How close are we to gaining access to critical treatments for this disease? Jeremy Cunningham is the Public Policy Director for the Utah chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, and joins the show to talk about the situation, and how to provide better care for Alzheimer's patients.
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Yesterday, the president of Ecuador Guillermo Lasso pushed the self-destruct button on the countries government by enacting what's called "Muerte Cruzada"... Which stands for "Mutual Death". The General Assembly was investigating the President on embezzlement allegations... and they had begun impeachment proceedings to remove him from office. President Lasso accused the National Assembly of focusing “on destabilizing the government.” To get a better understanding on this issue and where this goes, Boyd spoke with Dr. Diego José Romero, a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Pennsylvania's DevLab.
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While President Biden is currently overseas, there is a delegation in Washington from both parties who are working on a deal to raise the debt ceiling. One of the biggest issues has been President Biden's refusal to negotiate on cuts, but instead continue spending as usual. Senator James Lankford of Oklahoma released a video earlier today discussing the ways in which the government dropped the ball on wasteful spending and the debt ceiling.
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Retired KSL News Anchor Dick Nourse, who was a longtime anchor and broadcaster on the news, has passed away today at the age of 83. Boyd & KSL Anchor Carole Mikita discuss the ways that Dick impacted countless lives in the state of Utah and in the KSL studio. They share memories and reflect on the legacy of Dick Nourse.
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The President and Speaker of the House both held press conferences this morning regarding ongoing debt ceiling negotiations. India has just surpassed China as the most populous country in the world. And Boyd discusses how we can build mental resiliency with Dr. Megan Call.
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Boyd highlights 2 stories that show the predictability of consequences. Ja Morant, who was recently handed a suspension from the NBA, and Anthony Richards, a star quarterback from the University of Florida.
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Last week, the Biden administration lifted Title 42.. a pandemic-era policy that shut down virtually all avenues for migrants to seek asylum in the US. We hoped there would be an immigration plan in place before Title 42 got lifted... but we are seeing now an influx of migrants at the border... and overcrowded processing centers at the border. House Republicans have passed a plan to secure the border and help mitigate the crisis. Utah Rep. Chris Stewart joins the show to talk about the border security bill passed in the House.
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The month of May is Mental Health Awareness month. For the last couple of weeks, we have been chatting with mental health professionals, aiming to have deeper conversations surrounding this crucial topic. One resource that is making a real difference here in our state is the Resiliency Center at the University of Utah. What is this center, and what impact is it making in our communities? Dr. Megan Call works at the resiliency center and gives her perspective on how to support mental resiliency in our lives.
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India has just passed China as the most populous country in the world. The sprawling country is increasing in economic power and influence on the world stage. What does the future hold for India? And how is America strengthening our economic and diplomatic ties with the country? Gitanjali Poonia from Deseret News gives her insights into the future of India, and the dynamics of the world's largest democratic country.
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We want to continue the conversation on the debt ceiling from a different angle...What about us-- the average individual American? Statistics show that Americans are using more and more credit and falling deeper in debt. Why is this trend line growing? And what are some of the consequences that will follow our spending habits? Jay Evensen from Deseret News talks about the finances in the average American household.
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The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates at a very quick pace over the past year to battle rising inflation. But their actions may have blind spots that could have big ramifications for the future of our economy. Desmond Lachman from the American Enterprise Institute joins the show to talk about the reasoning behind recent Federal Reserve policy, and where things could go if changes aren't made.
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Negotiations continue on how to raise the debt ceiling before the looming deadline, and rhetoric is still hot on both sides...Republicans put blame on the President for waiting until the last weeks to reach an agreement. The President says he is confident no side will let a default happen. Boyd goes deeper into the process that brought us to this point, and analyzes the comments made by both the President and the Speaker of the House earlier today...
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President Biden met with leaders from congress once again to negotiate how to lift the debt ceiling. President Zelenskyy secures arms from European leaders. Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanburger leads conversation regarding immigration solutions.
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For too long, immigration has been a rhetorical issue in Washington, with far too little being done to address the real problems in our immigration system. It's not a simple problem and requires real work to begin fixing it. But there are some lawmakers in Congress who are treating this issue with the seriousness and bipartisanship that it requires. What are the ideas being debated in Congress? Virginia Abigail Spanberger joins the show to talk about what she has put forward to address the immigration issue in America...
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As the debt ceiling deadline of June 1st grows closer and closer, people who don't want the President to negotiate at all with Republicans have put forward an option to raise the debt ceiling: Use the 14th amendment of the constitution to bypass congressional approval. How would this untested theory possibly work? And does it reflect the ideas of our constitution that our founders laid out for us? Jay Evensen from Deseret News talks about the challenges that would arise if the 14th amendment were used to raise the debt ceiling...
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As our country continues to throw our full support behind Ukraine as they fight against the Russian invasion, our leaders debate ways to counter Vladimir Putin's expansionist goals. He was a KGB leader during the era of the Soviet Union, and it looks like restoring a Soviet system in Eastern Europe continues to be one of his aims. Earlier today, Senator Mitt Romney was part of a hearing for the Committee on Foreign Relations discussing the issue of Russia, and we wanted to highlight some of the topics discussed there...
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Ukrainian President Volodomir Zelenskyy recently finished a tour through Europe, garnering support for his war effort against Russian forces. He visited France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the Pope. He got the opportunity to stand side by side with top European leaders. What did President Zelenskyy walk away with? Annabelle Timsit from the Washington Post gives her insights into the results of this trip, and the weapons secured from European leaders for Ukraine.
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As the President continues to talk and negotiate with Speaker McCarthy over the debt ceiling, it's caused a bit of a stir among Democrats. Some in the party hope that the President won't give an inch, even on McCarthy's red lines such as work requirements. If the President reaches a deal with the Speaker, does he risk upsetting his own base? Adam Cancryn, who covers the White House for Politico, talks to Boyd about the reaction from the President's party as these negotiations progress...
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As negotiations over the debt ceiling continue today, Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy is attempting to balance the need to avoid default with the demands from his own party to enact spending cuts. Boyd discusses the dynamics at play going into today's meeting between Congressional leaders and the President.
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Sam Abrams talks about the decline of American public spaces and how this is contributing to the loneliness epidemic in the country. Olivier Knox discusses ways to de-escalate tensions with China. Rabbi Avremi Zippel previews his new book, which covers his personal journey to overcome abuse suffered as a child.
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Rabbi Avremi Zippel has been a community leader in Salt Lake City for years, both inside and outside of the Jewish community. He is releasing a new book detailing his powerful story of overcoming abuse as a child and finding strength and healing. His leadership and example have blessed countless lives, and he sat down with Boyd to discuss his journey, and his book titled "Not What I Expected".
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Increased isolation, loneliness, and extremism are critical issues to combat in our country. Boyd discusses the need to come together as communities and connect as people, and ways we can all create deeper connections.
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In the current moment, tensions seem high between our country and the nation of China. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was supposed to take a diplomatic trip to Beijing earlier this year, before the discovery of a Chinese spy balloon over the U.S. mainland derailed the trip. While our government says a trip to China is still on the table, there's no timeline yet as to when it may happen. So, what can be done in this situation? What is the best way to de-escalation between our two nations? Olivier Knox, anchor for the Daily 202 at the Washington Post, talks about how to best de-escalate tensions with China and begin crucial conversations with the Asian superpower.
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The pandemic era immigration policy known as Title 42 is now expired, and we will see in coming days the effect this will have on immigration at our southern border. The end of this policy has been met with much criticism on both sides of the aisle, but what impact will this have on migrants seeking out a better life in the United States? And how does it affect Utah in particular? KSLNewsRadio reporter Hugo Rikard-Bell talks with Boyd about a recent interview he had with Utah immigration lawyer Carlos Trujillo, talking about what migrants are experiencing in their journey to the United States.
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Earlier this month, the U.S. surgeon general declared that loneliness in America was a public epidemic. One of the contributing factors of the worsening state of loneliness in our country may be due to the slow but deliberate decline of our public spaces. Sam Abrams from the American Enterprise Institute sits down with Boyd to talk about how fewer public spaces leads to fewer social interactions, and the cascading effect this has on loneliness in our country.
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Last Friday was supposed to be another meeting between leaders from Congress and the President to discuss the debt ceiling. We're closing in on the deadline of June 1st, and action must be taken by that date to avoid default. However, the meeting got postponed until later this week. Boyd makes the case that this delay might be a good thing, and a sign that negotiations between staffers are ongoing.
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President Camille Johnson discusses how to find relief in today's world with stories from her ministry tour in Africa. Boyd looks at the presidential politics from the week and shares a special message for mothers ahead of Mother's Day.
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How can we make Mother's day the perfect day for our moms? Boyd shares his advice. Plus, Boyd reminds mothers that they're not alone and have a significant role to play in society.
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Since its founding, the World Trade Center Utah has expanded our state's business outreach community on a global scale. Now it's looking for a new captain. Vice Chair of World Trade Center Utah, and founding president, Lew Cramer joins Boyd to discuss what kind of leader they're looking for and the value of World Trade Center Utah to the state economy.
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Headlines around the world highlight a myriad of challenges, catastrophes and crises both natural and man-made. One international women’s organization, with a rich history and long legacy of results, is determined to demonstrate what it means to truly provide relief: The Relief Society. President Camille Johnson from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Relief Society joins to discuss her ministry in Africa and providing relief to mothers ahead of Mother's Day.
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It's time for our weekly analysis of 2024's presidential politics. There's a lot to catch up on... from reactions to former president Donald Trump's CNN Town hall... to the challenges facing the incumbent, President Biden... and how candidates and potential candidates are positioning themselves.
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Congress and the Biden administration prepares for Title 42 to officially end tonight. Senator Mitt Romney joins to discuss the challenges ahead. CNN hosts a CNN Townhall with former president Trump, and it feels like 2020 again. Plus, how Utah businesses are investing and working with Ukraine to help rebuild and address the humanitarian crisis there.
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Endings matter, especially students graduating from high school and college. Boyd talks about how to connect the dots for your graduate and help them remember the moments and people who made a difference.
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President Biden and leaders of Congress are expected to meet again tomorrow to discuss the looming debt ceiling deadline. There are just a few working days left till June 1st. Boyd spoke with Senator Mitt Romney about what people should be thinking about when it comes to our debt, the debt limit, and spending.
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Business leaders from across the country have come together to call on members of Congress to get sensible immigration reform passed this year. Derek Miller from the Salt Lake Chamber is part of that group. He joins Boyd to discuss how our broken immigration system impacts businesses and what business leaders want Congress to change.
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Last night, CNN hosted former president Donald Trump in a Town Hall. For a majority of the evening... moderator Kaitlin Collins focused on 2020 and January 6th, and the former president seemed more than happy to rehash his old talking points. But Boyd says this doesn't move the country forward.
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This month, a delegation from Utah went to Ukraine, meeting with the community, businesses, and even President Zelenskyy. Bruce Robert from August Mission, a humanitarian recovery and resettlement organization, initiated the organizing of this trip. He joins Boyd to discuss why he wanted to go to Ukraine and the significant ways they're helping with the humanitarian crisis and rebuilding there.
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Over the last few years, our nation has dealt with several crises. Of course, there was the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. We're also preparing for the end of a pandemic era emergency, Title 42, at the border. And whenever there is a crisis, our government tends to spend a lot of money. Jonathan Bydlak from R Street breaks down how we can protect the federal budget without overspending for the next emergency.
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As Title 42 comes to a close, there's a lot of blame going around and a few proposed fixes on the table. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call has been keeping her eye on all of it. She joins Inside Sources to discuss why Secretary Mayorkas is upset with Congress, the strain on resources and border towns right now, and the immigration bills making their way through Congress.
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Tonight, the pandemic era immigration policy Title 42 will come to an end. The White House faces a pivotal moment. But so does Congress. Utah's Senator Mitt Romney is Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Committee’s Emerging Threats and Spending Oversight Subcommittee. He joins Boyd to discuss what challenges lie ahead and where we go from here.
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President Biden is conflicted on immigration policy ahead of Title 42 ending. The important meeting on the debt ceiling is happening between staffers, not the President and Speaker McCarthy. And the Biden administration labels xylazine as an emerging threat.
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Everything has consequences, and those consequences are predictable says Boyd. Whether it's George Santos being criminally charged for, the US economy tanking because of out of control spending, or a record number of migrants coming to America because the border isn't secure... actions have consequences, even for our politicians in DC.
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Recently, a delegation from Utah went to Ukraine to meet with the people, businesses, and even President Volodymyr Zelenskyy himself. President and CEO of World Trace Center Utah Miles Hansen joins Boyd to discuss his key takeaways and how Utah can help Ukraine rebuild.
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Fentanyl has created a major crisis in America, with hundreds of thousands of Americans killed by it each year. But now there's a new dangerous drug posing a threat to the country: it's called xylazine. Caroline Anders from the Washington Post breaks down what xylazine is and how the Biden administration is trying to combat it with lessons from the fentanyl crisis.
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Yesterday afternoon, President Biden and leaders of Congress met to discuss the debt limit. It was an important meeting and an important step forward. But Boyd says there's an even more critical meeting happening behind the scenes that could actually produce some results: the meeting between the President's staff and leaders of Congress' staff.
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In recent years, our government has begun favoring policies that attempt to steer economic markets toward desired outcomes. Large subsidy programs, heavy regulations, and trade protectionism are all forms of this policy. We've done this before, in the 1970s. But JD Tuccille from Reason says this kind of governing can have big consequences and encourages a free market approach.
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There's been a lot of frustration in Congress about how social media companies function. So, Senator Lindsey Graham is proposing that we require licensing for these platforms. But Shoshana Weissmann from R Street says it could put a little too much power in the hands of the government and put free speech in danger.
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President Biden and his administration are facing another big test: the end of Title 42. Tomorrow this pandemic era immigration policy will officially end. Nick Miroff from the Washington Post breaks down the internal divisions, dilemmas, and decisions to be made at the White House as they prepare for the next phase.
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President Biden meets with leaders of Congress at the White House to discuss the debt ceiling. Newly elected House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries will be in the room. It's a big test of his leadership and relationship with the President. Utah's largest Jewish congregation celebrates 50 years of bridging divides. Plus, artificial intelligence could make us lonelier.
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This week, Boyd is thinking about a commencement address given by the former Governor of Utah Michael Leavitt on the economics of goodness. What does that look like? And how can we apply that principle to our day?
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President Biden and leaders of Congress are finally in the same room discussing the debt limit. The main players are there: President Biden, Speaker McCarthy, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. And there's also a new face... newly elected House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Jennifer Haberkorn from POLITICO says this meeting is a big step and big test for Jeffries' relationship with the President.
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This month the US Surgeon General warned that loneliness has become a public health threat. Human connection and social interaction are more important than ever. But Dan Cox from the Survey Center on American Life says new advancements in artificial intelligence... especially in the form of AI ChatBots...could increase feelings of loneliness in our world.
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President Biden and leaders of Congress have arrived at the White House to discuss the debt ceiling. Divisive rhetoric and an unwillingness to compromise has dominated talk of the debt limit. But Boyd says if we want to move the country forward at this critical juncture, lawmakers should take a page out of a letter sent by George Washington in 1787.
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This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Jewish Congregation Kol Ami, and a celebration was held Sunday. The congregation has a rich history of bridging divides. Rabbi Samuel Spector from Kol Ami joins Inside Sources to discuss the anniversary, young people and faith, loneliness, and how we can come together across differences.
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Today's the day, President Biden and leaders of Congress will meet at the White House to discuss the debt limit. There are several storylines shaping this meeting... 2024, the president's approval ratings, and the economy. Boyd breaks down what's influencing lawmakers as they prepare to meet and what both sides are saying.
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Senator Mike Lee leads a group of 43 Republican Senators in a letter to the White House saying they won't vote for a clean debt limit hike. President Biden proposes a new rule cracking down on how airlines compensate customers for delays and cancellations. The US Surgeon General declares loneliness a public health threat. The Supreme Court finds itself in a web of ethical dilemmas.
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Based off the number of days that Congress and the President will be in DC... there are only 6 days left to raise the debt ceiling. Boyd breaks down where we are when it comes to avoiding this fiscal cliff.
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For a long time, the Supreme Court was the most trusted institution in government. But recent ethical questions have undermined trust in this vital institution, from opinion leaks to donor gifts to justices not recusing themselves from cases with conflicts of interest. Now Congress is stepping in to fix it. James Wallner from R Street joins to discuss why Congress should be careful wading into this mess.
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President Biden is proposing a new rule for the airline industry... it deals with how airlines compensate you if your flight is canceled or delayed. Boyd looks at why the President is pursuing this now with an executive order and what it means for you.
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President Biden took to the podium today to propose a new rule for the airline industry. The administration wants to require airlines to compensate passengers for delayed and cancelled flights in the form of ticket refunds, food and hotel vouchers, and more. Marc Scribner from Reason Foundation breaks down how this could increase the cost of your ticket and lead to lawsuits.
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During Mental Health Awareness month, the US surgeon general is warning about a serious epidemic... the epidemic of loneliness. Dr. Megan Call from the University of Utah Health joins Boyd to discuss what loneliness looks like, the health ramifications, and how we can connect with others.
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Concerns about President Biden's age going into 2024 are forcing Vice President Kamala Harris into the spotlight. With an approval rating of 37%, will she be an asset or a liability? Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research goes beyond the numbers, breaking down why the VP is struggling in the polls and how the campaign should position her before 2024.
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Democrats are holding fast to their no-negotiating the debt limit stance. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries laid out the Democrats' message on the Sunday shows this weekend. Boyd looks how they're framing the conversation compared to Republicans before tomorrow's big meeting.
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Speaker McCarthy and President Biden will meet tomorrow to discuss the debt ceiling. Ahead of that meeting, Senator Mike Lee is leading a group of Republicans in a letter to the White House about what the Senate GOP will and will not vote for when it comes to raising the debt limit. He joins Boyd to discuss how they're trying to frame the conversation going into tomorrow.
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Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas visits the border less than a week before Title 42 ends. Retired DC Circuit Judge Thomas Griffith joins Boyd for a conversation about bridging divides and solving the nation's problems. King Charles III prepares for a more inclusive coronation ceremony.
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Amity, mutual deference, and accommodation. Those were the words of George Washington when he wrote to the Continental Constitution transmitting the draft of the Constitution. Boyd says we need those three traits to solve the biggest challenges facing our country today.
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This week, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosted an interfaith fireside in the Salt Lake Tabernacle. Elder Kevin Pearson from the Church spoke at the event. He joins Inside Sources to discuss why we need to get to know each other and serve each other better. Plus, he discusses the importance of religion in the public square.
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It's graduation season in Utah. Up the road at the University of Utah, thousands of students are receiving their degrees today. The path to graduation can be difficult and discouraging at times... and nobody knows that more than our guest, Choice Kinchen. Choice is a 41-year-old disabled veteran and the first veteran to graduate with a Veteran Studies minor. He joins Boyd to share his story.
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Tomorrow, the coronation of King Charles III will take place at Westminster Abbey in London. The Church of England will be front and center at this historic ceremony. But this year... King Charles is breaking a little from tradition. Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News says it will be a more interfaith event with people of diverse faith, a break from the past.
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It's time for Inside Sources' inside look at presidential politics. This week, Senator Tim Scott teased his announcement for a 2024 run. It was also announced that CNN would be hosting former president Donald Trump in a Town Hall event. Boyd breaks down everything that's happening.
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There's a lot of disagreement between the right and the left on issues ranging from immigration to health policy. But the problem today is that disagreement has become an avenue for contempt for the other side. Former DC Circuit Judge Thomas Griffith explains how we can bridge divides in our country.
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Title 42, the pandemic era immigration policy, will end on May 11. The Biden administration has been preparing for that day with a series of policies that Inside Sources has been following for the past several weeks. Boyd breaks down the policies and the preparations being made.
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Goes to the BorderToday, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is visiting the southern border, less than a week before Title 42 expires. The administration is bracing for a surge of migrants on and after May 11. Boyd looks at Mayorkas' communications strategy to migrants and US citizens ahead of that day.
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The US and Mexico strike an historic immigration deal just one week before Title 42, the pandemic era policy, is set to expire. SpaceX may have to delay the next launch of the Starship rocket after environmentalist file a lawsuit against the FAA. The nation's report card is out, and eighth graders flunk civics and history. Plus, Tim Shriver joins Boyd for a conversation on civility ahead of his commencement address at the University of Utah.
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Today, the Senate Budget Committee held a hearing on our debt. Our inside sources, Senator Mitt Romney and Brian Riedl, were both there. Boyd looks at the crucial conversation members of Congress had on the debt and deficit spending.
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Tonight, Tim Shriver from UNITE and the Dignity Index will deliver the commencement speech at the University of Utah graduation. He joins Boyd to preview his message to the next generation of graduates and discuss civility in politics.
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The Nation's Report Card is in... with our students' test scores on civics and history. Despite more technology and more resources... the results are lower than pre pandemic levels. Rick Hess from the American Enterprise Institute breaks down the 3 big reasons he thinks our youth are struggling with these topics.
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Environmentalists have filed a lawsuit against the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that could delay future launches of SpaceX's Starship...potentially for years. They claim the FAA failed to do a proper environmental review prior to the SpaceX rocket explosion. Christian Britschgi from Reason says this could keep SpaceX and activists from achieving a shared goal.
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"H-1B Problems? Pivot to Canada." That was a popular billboard in Canada during 2013. And it worked. Canada, and now even Mexico, are becoming popular destinations for talented immigrants, while the US pushes them out. Paul Matzko from CATO says our immigration restrictions need to be reformed so we can keep and utilize top talent within our borders.
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The US and Mexico have struck a deal to deport non-Mexicans back across the border. It's an historic agreement... and comes just 1 week before Title 42 ends. Nick Miroff from the Washington Post joins with the details and explains what this says about our relationship with Mexico.
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A kitchen table discussion about how the taxpayer is paying the nation's bills while Congress does nothing about our ballooning debt. The Federal Reserve raises interest rates after another bank failure. The Supreme Court takes up a case challenging the authority of federal regulators. And CNN announces a Town Hall with former president Donald Trump.
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Boyd looks at what our congressional leaders are saying about the debt ceiling debate in our nation's capitol and why the real conversation needs to happen at the kitchen table.
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Efficiency and effectiveness in Congress matters, not just because it makes our representatives better, but it also benefits us as their constituents. This year, the House created a subcommittee for modernization intended to help the chamber work better. Ryan Williamson from the R Street Institute says it's time for the Senate to follow in their footsteps.
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The White House has released their latest casualty estimates from the war in Ukraine, and it shows a spike in Russian forces being killed or wounded. This report precedes Ukraine's planned counteroffensive to retake territory now held by Russia. Dan Lamothe from the Washington Post joins to discuss what we can expect in the weeks ahead.
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CNN has announced that they will host a town hall next week with former President Donald Trump. The decision has sparked a fierce debate on how the media should cover controversial figures like the former president. Associate Editor at The Hill and NewsNation contributor Niall Stanage joins Boyd to discuss why CNN seems to be pivoting and the myth that media coverage puts people in the Oval Office.
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The Supreme Court has decided to take up a case that could clip the wings of our federal regulators. The case was brought by a coalition of fishing companies challenging the power of the National Marine Fisheries Service. Sarah Isgur from The Dispatch breaks down the Chevron doctrine precedent that the high court could overturn and how it would impact federal agencies.
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Despite the total collapse of First Republic Bank, the Federal Reserve increased interest rates today by another quarter percentage point. The failure of First Republic Bank was the third bank failure in the last few months. So, what exactly is the Fed's goal here? Jonathan Bydlak from R Street says the Fed's monetary policy seems incoherent at this point.
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Utah was recently named No. 1 in the latest edition of the Best States rankings from U.S. News & World Report. What makes Utah so effective? Governor Spencer Cox joins Inside Sources to discuss the Utah way of bridging divides and what the rest of the country can learn from the Beehive state.
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Democrats and Republicans continue to shout talking points past each other about the debt ceiling and deficit spending. Since they aren't meeting in the halls of Congress, Boyd invites you to a conversation at the kitchen table about how our nation's bills actually get paid and how it impacts the taxpayer.
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President Biden calls a meeting with congressional leaders to discuss the debt limit. A new CDC survey of youth and mental health paints a grim picture, but underneath the surface it's a positive sign that mental health is being destigmatized. The Pentagon approves Homeland Security's request to send US troops to the southern border.
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Boyd looks at this idea of belonging and the crucial connective tissue of stories.
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The Immigration Council and several other organizations have released a new report looking at the state of belonging in America. Kimberly Serrano from the Immigration Council joins Boyd with the details and explains why a sense of belonging is critical for businesses, communities, and the nation to thrive.
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Today Utah was ranked the best state in the nation by US News and World Report. Utah's secret sauce is a mix of things... one of which is our strong economy. But the economic landscape and demographics in Utah are changing. Brandless CEO Cydni Tetro breaks down her message at the One Utah Summit today about how leadership needs to adapt to our changing workforce.
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Republicans and Democrats in Congress each now have a bill on the table to raise the debt limit. One includes spending cuts. The other is a clean hike. And while talks have begun...neither side seems ready to compromise. Boyd looks at where we are and what needs to happen for us to move forward.
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The Pentagon has approved a request by the Department of Homeland Security to send US troops to the southern border. Mark Satter from Roll Call joins Inside Sources to explain how they'll be helping border patrol ahead of the end of Title 42 and an expected surge of migrants.
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Lawmakers now have a deadline to raise the debt limit: June 1st. President Biden has called a meeting with the 4 leaders of Congress to discuss next steps. Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute breaks down why both sides need to negotiate because we have a divided government.
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There's been a lot of talk surrounding President Biden's age. But the age we should really be talking about is the age of voters and how that will impact 2024. Steven Shepard from POLITICO says that Biden's age is an advantage with older voters, however his approval rating is still low among younger voters, much like Donald Trump in 2020.
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The CDC has released the results of a 2021 survey looking at the mental health of America's youth in the immediate aftermath of the pandemic. Mental health counselor Jenny Howe joins Boyd to discuss the results and why it's important to have conversations with your kids about the things they're struggling with.
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Over the weekend, MVP of the Milwaukee Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, was asked if he views this season as a failure since the Bucks did not win the NBA championship. Giannis' response has since gone viral. Boyd looks at what he had to say and why he's right.
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Over the weekend journalists attended the annual White House Correspondents dinner. It's often a lighthearted event... filled with jokes and laughs. But President Biden's speech actually began with a sober message. Boyd analyzes his speech focused on the journalists unlawfully detained overseas.
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After 9/11, Congress created a bipartisan commission to investigate what happened that day. But after the biggest health emergency our country has seen in a century, the COVID-19 pandemic, there was no congressional commission to find out what went wrong and what went right. So a group of experts, led by the former director of the 9/11 commission, set out to do it themselves. James Lawler, a member of the Covid Crisis Group, joins Boyd to discuss the group's new book, "Lessons from the Covid War."
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Speaker Kevin McCarthy gave a big speech in Israel today, assuring the Israeli government of US support despite efforts to implement controversial judicial reforms. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah was not impressed. He tells Boyd why he thinks the Speaker's visit was more political than anything else.
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Earlier today, Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy became the second Speaker in U.S. history to give a speech before the Israeli Parliament, known as the Knesset. He was there leading a bipartisan commission to celebrate Israel's 75th anniversary. Boyd walks through his speech, what he was trying to convey, and what it means for our alliance moving forward.
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US prosecutors have traced fentanyl all the way back China's chemical firms. Prosecutors issued an indictment of a Chinese chemical company who has been selling chemicals for the deadly drug to drug cartels in Mexico. Nick Miroff from the Washington Post breaks down what's going on and how US-China tensions are complicating our ability to crack down on the trade.
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On Friday, former Vice President Mike Pence returned to Utah. Boyd sat down with him for an exclusive interview. Part of it aired on Inside Sources that day. The other half aired on KSL TV later. Boyd goes back to the TV interview to highlight the principles he discussed with Pence outside of January 6th and the debt ceiling.
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Utah Rep. Blake Moore calls in to talk about the GOP debt ceiling bill. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas walks through Disney's lawsuit against Florida governor Ron DeSantis. And Boyd sits down for an exclusive interview with former Vice President Mike Pence.
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Boyd reflects on his conversation with former Vice President Mike Pence.
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Every Friday, we look at the 2024 presidential politics of the week. And the last 5 days have been rather interesting. More hats have been thrown in the ring... Ron DeSantis went to Israel... and other candidates are trying to break through the Trump-DeSantis noise dominating the airwaves. Boyd breaks this down and more on this week's inside look at presidential politics.
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The Walt Disney Company has officially filed a federal lawsuit against Florida governor Ron DeSantis. They are accusing him of political retaliation and violating their protected speech. Last year, DeSantis stripped Disney of its self-governing authority. So, what constitutional rights does Disney believe DeSantis violated? Attorney Greg Skordas gives his insight into Florida's fight with Disney.
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Boyd Matheson holds an exclusive interview with former Vice President Mike Pence. They discuss a range of topics from January 6th in Washington D.C. to his potential 2024 run for President, and America's place in the world.
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The House of Representatives has passed a bill to raise the debt ceiling, that has been described by Senate majority Chuck Schumer as "dead on arrival". So, what happens now? Utah Rep. Blake Moore joins the show to talk about the purpose of this bill, and what the House GOP expects as things move forward.
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President Joe Biden and the Democrats continue to hold their no-negotiation stance on the debt limit... despite House Republicans passing a bill that ties the debt limit to spending cuts. However, West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin has a different view. Boyd looks at why he's breaking from his own party on this issue.
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President Biden refuses to come to the table and discuss the debt limit despite negotiating a deal in 2011. The President's campaign team begins to take shape. China calls President Zelenskyy. And, the Biden administration makes plans for the end of Title 42.
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The Biden Administration will end the Title 42 policy next month.. the Covid era immigration policy. With the ending of this policy... the US is expecting another wave of immigrants. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call breaks down what the administration's plan is and how they're preparing.
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How do we solve some of the nation's biggest problems? Boyd says that sometimes it starts with our leaders admitting they were wrong.
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It's no secret that our immigration system is broken. That's a crisis in and of itself, especially as we prepare for the end of Title 42. But former Diplomat Chris Richardson says that the bigger crisis is that we haven't had a president willing to take the lead on comprehensive immigration reform. He says 2024 candidates should think about an immigration strategy as they run for office.
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Yesterday, for the very first time, China's President Xi talked to Ukrainian president Zelenskyy over the phone. Many China watchers were surprised this even happened. Ian Johnson from the Council on Foreign Relations highlights the key points of discussion between the two leaders and what role China is trying to play in Russia's war in Ukraine.
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Congressional caucuses are part of how our government operates. But what are they? And why are they necessary? James Wallner from the R Street Insitute explains how these groups help lawmakers transcend political parties and how they try to shape policy in our nation's capital.
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President Joe Biden has just announced he is seeking re-election, and his campaign team is beginning to take shape. As any politician will be able to tell you, a campaign is only as good as its staff. So how good is his staff? Johanna Maska from NewsNation joins Inside Sources to discuss who is on the team, what they bring to the table, and what audience they're targeting.
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The latest economic numbers are in. Growth slowed in the first three months, consumer confidence fell, and a recession is looming. Jeff Cox from CNBC joins Boyd to break down the numbers and what the Fed is considering going into its meeting next week.
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The debt ceiling fight will continue to dominate the headlines for the weeks and months to come. President Biden has said he won't negotiate with Republicans. But back in 2011, the former vice president was one of the lead negotiators, helping raise the debt ceiling and pass the Budget Control Act. Boyd says the President has some lessons to learn from his former self.
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Two big media stars recently parted ways or were fired by their networks, Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon. Everyone, including Tucker and Don, thought they were irreplaceable. Boyd discusses how an attitude of being irreplaceable hurts the organization.
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Last week, the NFL suspended 5 players for violating the league's policy against players gambling on games. But ever since a 2018 Supreme Court decision, sports gambling has flooded American markets. Jay Evensen from Deseret News joins Inside Sources to discuss how this could destroy the credibility of our sports leagues.
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Speaker McCarthy is wrangling the votes needed to pass Republicans' debt limit proposal. So far, he doesn't have all the votes from his own party. Boyd looks at the politics shaping this fight within the Republican party and the unwillingness by some Democrats to negotiate.
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Today, lawmakers on the hill are debating the House GOP's debt ceiling proposal. Senator Chuck Schumer says it's dead on arrival. But Romina Boccia from the CATO Institute says the bill is a good starting point for lawmakers to make a dent in our ballooning debt.
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Tonight, President Biden and South Korean President Yoon will sit down for a state dinner. It's part of Yoon's visit to Washington this week to celebrate the 70th anniversary of our alliance. But it's not all smiles and champagne toasts. Phelim Kine from POLITICO breaks down the big issues at the center of their visit: Ukraine, nuclear weapons, and semiconductors.
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Part of the discussion between President Biden and President Yoon today was about Taiwan. Taiwan is dealing with an increasingly aggressive China. And lawmakers are worried about a potential invasion. Dan Blumenthal from AEI joins Boyd to discuss how the US can deter China from doing just that.
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Today, President Biden welcomed South Korea's president to the White House in the second state visit of his presidency. We've been allies for 70 years. But today, our two countries face significant challenges, especially from China and North Korea. Boyd looks at what President Biden and President Yoon are doing to move the alliance forward.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 25th, 2023.
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A boy was shot after going to the wrong home. A woman drove down the wrong driveway and ended up shot. Across the country, people are acting out of fear. Counselor Gray Otis joins Boyd to discuss the psychology of fear.
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Utah's economy was recently ranked #1 for best economic outlook. But some business leaders in Utah are worried that the federal Environmental, social, and governance rules could be bad for business. Derek Miller from the Salt Lake Chamber says Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a better alternative that would allow free markets to flourish.
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The Pentagon is reviewing its policies and limiting who has access to classified documents following the leak of classified information on an online chat group. And Congress is worried they're going to overcorrect. Ryan Vogel from UVU explains how the classification process works and what the government needs to think about before locking down our nation's secrets.
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Tomorrow, President Biden will host the president of South Korea in the second state visit of his presidency. The visit comes as our two countries mark the 70th anniversary of our alliance. Scott Snyder from the Council on Foreign Relations explains how the US and South Korea should move the alliance forward as the geopolitics shift in Asia.
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President Biden announced his bid for a second term today in a 3-minute video. It was a really good, heavily edited video. And how it was edited might give us some insight into what the campaign is trying to say... and perhaps what it's trying to hide. KSL NewsRadio's Dave Noriega, a TV editing veteran, joins Boyd to analyze the music, b-roll, and other editing choices.
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The US has been working to strengthen its ties with Africa. But we're not the only ones looking to influence the continent. We recently learned that one of the groups involved in the Sudan conflict is the Wagner Group, a Russian mercenary group. Greg Miller from the Washington Post says Russia is expanding its footprint in Africa as the US and China race to do the same.
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Today, we got our first taste of the 2024 Biden campaign. In a 3-minute video released this morning, President Biden formally announced that he is running for a second term. Boyd walks through the president's message and why he thinks this campaign won't be about the president's accomplishments but about a choice.
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Inside Sources full Show aired April 24th, 2023.
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The Green Bay Packers are trading quarterback Aaron Rodgers to the Jets. KSL's Alex Kirry joins Boyd to discuss the trade and how players on both teams with Utah ties will be impacted.
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Tonight, KSL at Night is airing a special hour on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, how it's being used by universities and businesses, and what impact it's actually having. Co-host for KSL at Night Leah Murray joins Boyd for a conversation about DEI and to give a special preview of what listeners can expect tonight.
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If you look at the national polls... you'll find that Democrats aren't too eager to reelect President Joe Biden in 2024. But for many... fear of another Donald Trump presidency may be outweighing a lack of enthusiasm for Biden. But Boyd analyzes how the Biden camp will navigate a campaign based on fear.
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Fear often drives lawmakers' behavior in DC. And right now, they fear sensible negotiating on the debt ceiling. Steven Pearlstein from George Mason University says fear of leadership, voters, and social media keep lawmakers a safe distance from reasonable conversations. But there's one representative on the Democratic side who isn't afraid of any of that and has a decent proposal on the table to address the debt limit.
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Last month, Silicon Valley Bank in California went bankrupt, becoming the largest bank failure since 2008. At the time, many blamed social media. Now, a group of professors from across the country has released a report showing how social media can be a catalyst for bank runs. Tony Cookson from the University of Colorado breaks down how social media can increase the risk.
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Since Russia waged war in Ukraine... entire cities have been destroyed. Thousands of refugees have come to the US in the wake of the conflict under temporary immigration protections. But those protections have an expiration date. They have one year left. So, what's next? Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call says the DHS might need to create a new process for refugees fleeing crises.
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Violence is tearing through the African country of Sudan. Conflict broke out between two prominent generals after an attempt to merge their two forces. And Russia's mercenary Wagner group is subtly getting involved. Boyd looks at the latest updates from the state department and the National Security Advisor.
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President Joe Biden is expected to launch his reelection bid as soon as tomorrow. But the president faces no shortage of challenges. The biggest challenge? A lack of enthusiasm among Democratic voters. Boyd looks at Biden's wide but shallow standing among Democrats and how he'll have to campaign differently in 2024 than he did in 2020.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 21st, 2023.
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Klint Ludwig is the grandson of Andrew Lester, the 84 year old man who shot Ralph Yarl, the black teenager who accidentally knocked on the wrong house to pick up his siblings. Klint appeared on CNN where he claimed that his father had been isolated, watching cable news all day, and consumed by fear. A lot of people in America live in and act out of fear. Boyd looks at a report showing how fear is impacting our society and explains how having faith in each other will help us overcome fear.
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Utah lawmakers have been hard at work in our nation's capital. From important hearings to the debt limit to new SNAP legislation... Boyd breaks down what some of our Senators and representatives have been working on.
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Nobody likes construction. But we do like smooth roads. And thanks to inflation... you may be seeing more potholes and worse conditions, despite the money we got from the President's Infrastructure bill. Christian Britschgi from Reason says inflation means federal money for highways isn't going as far, and he explains how states can reduce costs.
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While there are a lot of issues the left and right can't seem to agree on, there's one issue that doesn't care whether you are Republican or Democrat. It kills hundreds of thousands of Americans every year. It's called addiction. Rep. Lisa McClain of Michigan joins Boyd to discuss what Congress is doing to address it, why this is a bipartisan issue, and how we all play a role in raising awareness.
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Every week, Inside Sources brings you the latest developments in the 2024 presidential race. There are new players entering the race this week, as well as a visit from a likely candidate coming here to the state of Utah. Boyd looks at who has announced their candidacy, who is coming to Utah, and where the candidates are in the polls.
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Despite frequent calls for de-carbonization and insisting that climate change is an existential threat... the G7 is calling for greater investments in natural gas. It's a rare statement from a political body. Philip Rossetti from R Street says this shows that achieving clean energy goals requires more innovation and more reform.
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This week an elderly man shot a black teenager who mistakenly went to the wrong home to pick up his siblings. The tragedy quickly turned into conversations about racism, guns and the police. But beyond that is the story of a man who became so wrapped up in fear and conspiracies that he turned to violence. Boyd looks at how society has gotten to a point where violence is the first reaction.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 20th, 2023.
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Today, SpaceX’s massive Starship exploded just minutes after liftoff. SpaceX tweeted out that the rocket experienced "rapid unscheduled disassembly." Boyd compares this to what's happening in our nation's capital. If we don't leave the crazy behind and start having serious conversations that will move the nation forward, our country will also experience a rapid unscheduled disassembly.
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Next week, NewsNation will debut a new political show showcasing many of our inside sources including George Will and Christ Stirewalt. Former Obama aid and political contributor for NewsNation Johanna Maska will also be part of the panel. She joins Boyd to discuss how they hope to cross divides and bring people together for conversations on today's big issues.
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Bears Ears National Monument is over 1 million acres in size, but only 2 federal employees manage it. After talking with the Interior Secretary, Rep. John Curtis says it's being neglected, and Utah would do a better job of preserving it. Plus, House Republicans have introduced a plan to raise the debt limit. Rep. Curtis breaks down what's in the plan and what the Problem Solvers Caucus is proposing as a backup.
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Utah is quickly becoming the crossroad of not just the West, but the world. Diplomats and high ranking officials frequently come here to visit. Most recently, the former president of Ukraine made a trip to Utah where he met with the Deseret News' editorial board. Opinion Editor Jay Evensen shares his key takeaways from the meeting.
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The clock is ticking for Congress to fund our military. Lawmakers have 46 legislative days to pass a defense budget. Elaine McCusker from the American Enterprise Institute created a countdown clock to remind our elected leaders. She joins Boyd to discuss the process of getting defense budget passed and some of the reforms that our defense programs need.
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Over the last few years... Republicans have attacked Democrats for being soft on crime. But could this year's DNC Convention be a chance to change the narrative? Shia Kapos from POLITICO's Illinois Playbook joins Boyd to discuss what the Democratic Party can learn from the convention of '96 which was also held in Chicago, Illinois.
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The House, the Senate, and the President should be working together to raise the debt limit. Both sides have accused the other of hurling us towards a default crisis. But are we facing a debt crisis or a crisis of leadership? Boyd says that the silence over the past 78 days shows a lack of leadership from our elected officials.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appears to have stalled in his political momentum while former President Trump has only picked up steam since his indictment. DeSantis visited Washington DC this week to shore up support. So how did it go? David Drucker from the Dispatch joins Boyd to discuss why the governor's DC trip didn't give him the boost he needed.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 19th, 2023
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It's easy to become pessimistic about the direction of the country. We're failing at a lot of things. Yes that's true... AND, Boyd says we have to remember that there are a lot of special things happening in America.
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15.... that's how many electric vehicles still qualify for federal tax credits. That's the result of the Biden administration's tightening restrictions on EVs. So, did the White House just shoot itself in the foot? Tanya Snyder from POLITICO breaks down the news, how this will impact the administration's clean energy goals and Americans who want to make the switch to electric.
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DC politicians are engaging in a wild west showdown over the debt limit. Instead of doing what's best for the country, both sides are firing shots... accusing the other of bumbling us into a default. Eric Boehm from Reason says none of our leaders are taking this issue seriously and they're missing an opportunity to pull us back from a fiscal cliff.
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Yesterday, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case looking at the rights of religious workers who don't want to work on Sundays. Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News joins Inside Sources to discuss what the Justices had to say about the case and when we can expect a decision. Plus, Kelsey gives an update on the abortion pill ruling.
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Since President Biden took office, he's been touting his economic accomplishments. But if you look at the polls, his message still isn't resonating with voters. High inflation, bank failures, a debt ceiling battle, and a possible recession loom over his presidency. And Americans blame Joe Biden. Saul Mangel from Schoen Cooperman Research say this puts the president in a tough spot ahead of 2024.
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President Biden spoke to union workers today, countering Speaker Kevin McCarthy's speech to Wall Street Monday. Boyd compares the two speeches to each other and to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's speech. Boyd calls all three leaders out for pointing fingers and failing to move the conversation forward.
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Today, President Biden went to Maryland to deliver his economic vision to union workers... in contrast to Speaker McCarthy's message to Wall Street on Monday. Boyd looks at what he had to say and why he thinks this was a missed opportunity for the president to make his position clear and gain more leverage in the debt ceiling fight.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 18th, 2023
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Boyd reflects on the value of a human life on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
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During a Senate hearing today, Senator Mitt Romney questioned DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas about border security, our asylum system, and human trafficking. Boyd looks at where they butted heads, where they agreed, and how we can move the conversation forward.
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There's a lot of outrage on TV and shouting matches broadcast on C-SPAN every day. But behind closed doors... are our politicians really that angry? Representative Jeff Jackson from North Carolina recently said the quiet part out loud: the angry voices in Congress are faking it. Boyd agrees and says these angry voices are currently competing for our attention on the debt limit.
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Is the United States engaged in a proxy war with Russia because of our involvement in Ukraine? It's a tough question and has sparked a debate following the Discord leak of classified documents showing how deeply we're involved in the war. Karen DeYoung from the Washington Post breaks down the intellectual debate over the definition of a proxy war.
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80 years ago... the Holocaust began. It was probably the most horrific event in human history. And today, on Holocaust remembrance day, we commemorate the millions of lives lost. But to ensure this never happens again, we have to understand how this happened in the first place. Historian and author Dan McMillan joins Boyd to discuss what led to this tragedy.
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President Biden has said he plans to run in 2024. But as he prepares to announce his reelection bid, his approval ratings are looking dim, even among Democrats. POLITICO's chief polling analyst Steven Shepard breaks down the poll numbers and compares them to how former presidents like Trump, Obama, and Bush were polling at this point in their presidencies.
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When you buy groceries, you leave the store with a receipt showing you exactly how your dollars were spent. But when we pay taxes, we don't get a receipt. So, Romina Boccia from CATO has put together an itemized break down of the federal budget. She joins Boyd to discuss where our money is going.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 17th, 2023.
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A new report from Pew Research shows that Americans are in a cynical mood. A majority of people... 56%... are saying that the country can't solve many of its important problems. Boyd goes beyond the numbers to explain what this reveals about ourselves.
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Going into the weekend... you may have missed it... but President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints accepted the Gandhi-King-Mandela Peace Prize from a historically black college. Boyd looks at what President Nelson had to say at the ceremony about eliminating racism and prejudice from society.
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For the 16th year in a row, Utah has been ranked #1 in the country when it comes to economic outlook. That's according to the American Legislative Exchange Council's Rich States, Poor States Index. Jonathan Williams from ALEC joins Boyd to discuss what Utah is doing right.
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The Democratic party has decided to hold the DNC convention in Chicago, a deep blue city. Meanwhile, while Republicans have chosen Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a battleground state. Does the location make a difference? Nathaniel Rakich from FiveThirtyEight says holding conventions in swing states doesn't have a major impact on how those states vote in elections.
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Tomorrow, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in a religious freedom case. In 2013, a postal worker was forced to resign after refusing to deliver packages on Sunday due to his religious beliefs. Kelsey Dallas from Deseret News says the court has to decide how to interpret and apply Title VII and the 1964 Civil Rights Act when it comes to religious accommodations.
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Tomorrow is Tax Day. Filing isn't easy. It's so difficult that in 2021, 35 million returns were flagged for errors. Even IRS employees struggle to understand the tax code. They have hundreds of pages of instructions. Adam Michel from CATO shares 4 ways that Congress can simplify taxpaying.
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Congress is back after a long recess, and it has a jam-packed Spring agenda. Top of the list? The debt limit. There's a lot of rhetoric... and not a lot of action on the debt ceiling. Speaker Kevin McCarthy gave a speech this morning at the New York Stock Exchange... imitating Ronald Reagan in 1985. Senate leader Chuck Schumer later gave his rebuttal. Boyd looks at where we really are when it comes to our debt and why we shouldn't panic.
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Inside Sources Full Show aired April 14th, 2023. Guest hosts are Taylor Morgan and Derek Brown.
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Just recently, Robert Axson was named the new Utah GOP party chair after Mike Bird withdrew from the race. Robert joins Taylor and Derek in the studio to discuss his new role and how he's preparing for the 2024 elections.
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The West is facing a drought that has lasted longer than two decades. But we do have more water than we expected six months ago and that is impacting how Utah and the rest of the Colorado River Basin States plan to share that water. Gene Shawcroft, the Utah River Commissioner, explains how this water will be divided up between states like Utah, California, and Nevada.
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This year... the Utah legislature passed the most significant air quality bill in state history. HB220 is intended to reduce emissions and was the brainchild of a local non-partisan nonprofit o2 Utah. Executive Director of o2 Utah David Garbett gives a behind the scenes look at how this legislation came to be and how it will impact Utahns.
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This weekend, millions of procrastinating Americans will be doing their taxes, which are due next Tuesday. And thanks to our complex tax code... many of them will make mistakes. According to the Government Accountability Office... 35 million returns were flagged for errors in 2021. But Eric Boehm from Reason says the IRS doesn't have a system in place to find out why.
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It's time for a look at the 2024 presidential playing field. More and more people are signaling their intent to run including President Biden, Former Vice President Mike Pence, and Senator Tim Scott. Taylor and Derek look at what potential candidates are doing and what the polls are saying.
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We're continuing to follow the flooding happening in Utah communities. Weber County dealt with severe floods back in 2011. Former Weber County Commissioner was on the ground helping mitigate the damage. He joins Taylor and Derek with insight from his experience into what we should be watching for as we prepare for more flooding in the weeks ahead.
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Inflation fell in March according to this week's economic numbers. But core inflation is still up and minutes from the Federal Reserve's March meeting shows concern about a potential recession later this year. Robert Spendlove from Zion's Bank joins Inside Sources to break down the numbers.
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Utah's spring runoff has found its way to Salt Lake County following high temperatures. Yesterday, Mayor Jenny Wilson declared a state of emergency. The temperatures have cooled down.. but they're expected to heat up this weekend. Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson joins the show with an update on flooded areas and how they're mitigating and preparing for more floods.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 13th, 2023. Guest host is Marty Carpenter.
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Utah's very own Representative Chris Stewart recently made a trip to Kiev with several other members of the House Intelligence Committee. Rep. Stewart discusses the highlights from that meeting and gives an update on the war in Ukraine. Plus, Rep. Stewart weighs in on the arrest of a national air guardsman in connection with the leaking of classified documents.
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On Monday Whole Foods announced the closure of the company’s flagship store in San Francisco. San Francisco Board of Supervisors member Matt Dorsey acknowledged the problems of “drug-related" retail theft. Sadly, organized retail crime has become a trend in big cities. Matt Kelley, former director of Home Depot's security, breaks down what's happening and the impact.
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President Joe Biden has proposed the toughest limits on emissions yet... hoping to force more Americans to buy electric vehicles by 2032. But just because you mandate something, doesn't mean consumers will buy into it, especially if auto makers aren't ready and prices are high. Phil Rossetti from R Street breaks down what's being proposed and how it will impact innovation.
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The Salt Lake County Mayor issued a state of emergency after spring runoff led to flooding in the valley. Water is being diverted and sandbags are being put down. Chief Clint Mecham, emergency manager for Salt Lake County, joins the show to break down where we are, how this compares to 1983, and what's being done to mitigate damage.
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Today, the news broke that Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives Brad Wilson is forming an exploratory committee as he considers a run for the United States Senate in 2024. Speaker Brad Wilson joins Inside Sources to discuss why he's considering a run.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 12th, 2023. Guest hosts are Marty Carpenter and Taylor Morgan.
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What is the role of religion in the workplace? Religion can be a core part of people's identity. So, does religion have a place in business? And how should businesses accommodate it? Paul Lambert from the Religious Freedom and Business Foundation joins the show to discuss the role of religious pluralism in business and how companies can help it flourish.
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China’s recently announced plans to build a competitor to the popular U.S. artificial intelligence app, ChatGPT. This is all part of China’s efforts to lead on cutting-edge tech tools to overtake the United States as the global tech leader. Doug Kelly from the American Edge Project explains the tech race with China why it's important for American to lead in this area.
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The same family that brought the Utah Jazz to Salt Lake City is trying to bring in Major League Baseball. A coalition of Utah leaders .... the Miller Family, the Larry H. Miller Company, and others.... has picked a location for a new MLB ballpark. Amanda Covington from Larry H. Miller Company joins Inside Sources with the details.
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As the war in Ukraine continues… Leaders of Ukraine are already laying plans to rebuild whenever hostilities end - and Utah is playing a role in that. Aaron Starks from the Utah Aerospace and Defense Association explains how Utah business leaders are working to help rebuilding infrastructure and lay the groundwork for industries there.
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Who are the Marbleheaders? You may not recognize this group, but they played a crucial role in the American Revolution and changed the course of history. Patrick O'Donnell joins the show to discuss his new book, "The Indispensables: The Diverse Soldier-Mariners Who Shaped the Country, Formed the Navy, and Rowed Washington Across the Delaware" and the lessons we can apply to our day.
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More than two dozen homes had to be evacuated in Kaysville after spring runoff floods just erased half of a road. Flooding is going to be the biggest story in our state for the next month or two. Judy Watanabe from the Utah Division of Emergency Management explains how the department is working to mitigate damages and what Utahns should be aware of.
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The Pentagon is on damage control after classified documents were leaked online. These leaked materials contain information on a wide range of topics, from Ukraine defense strategies to U.S. and Israeli spy operations. Dan Lamothe from the Washington Post breaks down what we know, how this is different from the Wiki Leaks, and how our allies are responding.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 11th, 2023
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin held a joint press conference in the Philippines where they answered questions regarding the leaked Pentagon documents and the US' relationship with China. Boyd analyzes their remarks.
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If you've ever taken a psychology class, you will be familiar with the name "Sigmund Freud". He understood the human mind better than anyone. But what you might not have known, was that he was almost taken and killed by the Nazis. Now there's a new book about his last-minute escape to London. Journalist and author Andrew Nagorski recounts this remarkable story.
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Over the weekend, University of Utah students participated in a counterterrorism simulation. U of U law professor Amos Guiora was trained on counterterrorism while in Israel and created this exercise to help teach students studying national security and foreign policy here in Utah. He joins Inside Sources to discuss how it went and what they learned.
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This week, President Biden will visit Ireland, his ancestral home. This trip will be a personal one for the President. At the same time, problems are piling up for the administration from leaked Pentagon documents to another tragic mass shooting. Adam Cancryn from POLITICO explains how this will impact the trip and some of the tensions between Ireland and the UK.
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Public trust in government communications is pretty low. Schoen Cooperman Research recently surveyed people working in government, trying to communicate with Americans, to see how they think they're doing. Partner and CEO Carly Cooperman joins Boyd to discuss what they found and what government agencies need to change if they want to communicate more effectively.
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This week, President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will receive the first Gandhi-King-Mandela Peace Prize from the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College. Elder Jack N Gerard joins Boyd to discuss the significance of this award and how President Nelson has worked to fight racism and prejudice.
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The Pentagon and DOJ are investigating the leak of highly classified Pentagon documents which reveal the details of US intelligence gathering on our allies and adversaries. Miles Hansen from World Trade Center Utah the leak puts our methods in danger, erodes trust. Plus Miles points out that our system of classifying documents is broken.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 10th, 2023.
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Boyd chats about how petty politics is keeping us from having necessary conversations with China, with our allies, and solving issues like the debt ceiling.
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The story of former president Trump's indictment has dominated the headlines and the airwaves since the news broke. So much so, that other Republicans candidates for 2024 are struggling to cut through the noise. Boyd explains why this is a problem and looks at the crucial stories, issues, and conversations being overlooked.
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Last week, our own Governor Spencer Cox had a video call with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, as part of the National Governors' Association. Governor Cox joins Inside Sources to discuss Utah's role in supporting Ukraine as it fights back against Russia's aggressions.
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If you lost your wallet, would you trust people to return it instead of stealing from you? The cynic in you might not.... but the research shows that people are a lot more honest than you might think. Jay Evensen joins Boyd to discuss the lost wallet experiment and why you can have hope in humanity during our day of division and hate.
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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program... AKA SNAP... helps feed more than 22 million people in low-income households. But with no rules or restrictions on the program... many people are suffering from poor health, disease, and early deaths. Angela Rachidi from AEI says Congress should regulate eligible foods to improve health and upward mobility.
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President Biden is getting ready for the 2024 presidential election by employing an army of social media influencers. Social media has become a crucial way for politicians to reach younger voters. Sophia Cai from Axios says the White House breaks down the strategy and explains why the White House is making young and suburban voters a priority.
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When it comes to supporting Ukraine... The US and Europe have been in lockstep. But Taiwan may be a different story. On his way back from a trip to Beijing... French President Macron said Europe shouldn't follow America's agenda towards Taiwan. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post joins Boyd to make sense of Macron's comments.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 7th, 2023.
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It's Easter weekend. Boyd looks at messages from a variety of faith leaders on how we can become better disciples of Jesus Christ.
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Right before the Easter holiday... the White House released a review of the withdrawal from Afghanistan. The report is full of finger pointing at the prior administration, but no direct admission of mistakes by the current administration. Miles Hansen from WTC Utah breaks down what's in the report and what both administrations should have done differently.
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A delegation of US lawmakers is in Taiwan today, just a few days after Speaker McCarthy met with the country's President. But national lawmakers aren't the only ones strengthening ties with the island nation. Speaker Brad Wilson recently participated in a trade mission to Taiwan. He joins Boyd to discuss our shared values and how we can work together to boost economic growth.
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Last year, Congress gave the IRS $80 billion as part of the Inflation Reduction Act. And just this week, the agency finally issued their report detailing how it's going to be used. More than $45 billion of it is going towards enforcement. Patrick Hedger from the Taxpayers Protection Alliance says this probably isn't the best use of its funds.
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Every Friday Inside Sources brings you the latest updates on the 2024 Presidential field. Republican candidates and soon-to-be candidates have been busy traveling the country, holding rallies, and doing interviews. Boyd looks at how they're positioning themselves, who is still on the fence, and some interesting campaign finance news.
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Republican states are leaving an organization that tracks voters moving between states called the Electronic Registration Information Center. How is that impacting our elections? Ryan Williamson from the R Street Institute explains how this is making voter rolls less accurate.
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There's a lot of sad news splashed across the headlines. Because of that, Boyd goes beyond the headlines to focus on today being Good Friday and the beginning of Easter. Bishop Phyllis Spiegel from the Episcopal Church of Utah joins Boyd to discuss what this holy day means and what we can learn about grief, being still, and becoming better disciples.
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From the indictment of Donald Trump to a politicized Supreme Court election in Wisconsin... our judicial system has been under intense scrutiny. And disturbingly... a host of surveys have found that Americans are losing trust in the rule of law and our institutions. Boyd looks at what's undermining the judicial branch and what can be done to restore faith in it.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 6th, 2023.
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Wearing a Maori feather cloak... New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern delivered her farewell speech in Parliament this week. Boyd looks at what she said and the lessons for leaders, no matter where they are in the world.
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Today marks the start of the Masters tournament in the world of professional golf. Former Pro Golfer Dan Forsman competed in the Masters 6 times for the coveted green jacket. Dan joins Inside Sources with a behind the scenes look at the tournament.
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Yesterday, the President of Taiwan transited through California to meet with a bipartisan group of lawmakers. Representative John Curtis was part of that meeting. He joins Boyd to discuss the conversation with President Ing-Wen yesterday as well as House Republicans energy bill H.R. 1.
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Senator Joe Manchin from West Virginia had a powerful role in the divided Senate during the first 2 years of Biden's presidency. And now, he's flirting with the idea of running for President. He'd probably run as an independent. Henry Olsen from the Washington Post breaks down why Manchin is thinking about running and how the country thinks and feels about independent candidates.
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Inflation and the economy continue to be Americans' top concern, according to Gallup. And for good reason. Layoffs are up and hiring is down ahead of tomorrow's release of the March Jobs Report. Jeff Cox from CNBC explains the acceleration in layoffs and job cuts, how the tech industry is leading the way, and what to expect in tomorrow's report.
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Inside Sources full show aired April 5th, 2023.
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Boyd goes back to a message shared by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints about brokenness.
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President Biden is moving into a phase of his presidency that will be very much shaped by foreign policy. And there is a LOT going on... from China to Russia to Ukraine to here in the US. Boyd looks at Speaker McCarthy's meeting with the Taiwan President, Secretary Blinken's comments on the US journalist detained in Russia, and the EU delegation to China.
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Former President Donald Trump has been charged with 34 felony counts for allegedly falsifying business records. But is there another investigation into the former president that we should be watching instead? Caroline Anders from the Washington Post says there's a more serious case in Georgia which speaks to Trump's broader impact on elections.
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What happens when lawmakers leave Congress? Many of them go to lobbying firms... most recently, former Senator Roy Blunt joined one. You might not think anything of it... but these representatives can have a big influence on legislation... even after they've retired from their elected office. Katy Ackley from CQ Roll Call breaks down their impact on what happens in our nation's capital.
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Passover, a major Jewish holiday, begins tonight. It's often celebrated with family, friends, and sacred traditions. But there's a deeper meaning behind it too. Rabbi Joe Charnes kicks off Passover with Boyd and discusses how we can foster greater dialogue between different faiths.
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Yesterday, leaders from Utah and across the country met to discuss US leadership globally and why it matters for Utah, especially our economy. Miles Hansen, President and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, joins Boyd to discuss why Utah leaders in education, government, faith, and business need to engage with the world more often and how that will benefit our state.
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Taiwan's President is transiting the US again... this time in California to meet with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and other US lawmakers. Jamil Jaffer from George Mason University joins Inside Sources to discuss the significance of the meeting, how this impacts our relationship with China, and US policy towards Taiwan.
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Inside Sources Full Show aired April 4th, 2023.
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Vladimir Putin used fears of a NATO expansion to justify his invasion of Ukraine. And a NATO expansion is exactly what he's getting. Finland has officially joined the North Atlantic Treaty organization. Ishaan Tharoor from the Washington Post breaks down what this means for the transatlantic military alliance and for Russia.
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Former President Donald Trump has been charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. The President pleaded not guilty during his arraignment in Manhattan today. KSL's Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joins Boyd to discuss the charges in the indictment, what happened during the arraignment, and what comes next.
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Pundits, politicians, and journalists are calling it a historic day, the day former President Trump appeared in Manhattan for his arraignment. But it's not just historic for what's happening in New York. 55 years ago, Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated. Shortly after Bobby Kennedy gave one of the greatest speeches in our nation's history. Boyd looks at the lessons from that fateful day in 1968 and how we can apply them to what's happening today.
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Inside Sources Full Show aired April 3rd, 2023
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Boyd looks at a message about having poise during difficult times by Elder Mark Bragg from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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On Friday, the Biden Administration released its proposed rules for electric vehicle tax credits. The credits were part of the Inflation Reduction Act which passed last year. So, who are the winners? Who are the losers? Tanya Snyder from POLITICO joins Inside Sources to discuss where automakers, miners, and Europeans stand.
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On Palm Sunday during the 193rd Annual General Conference, church leaders focused on contention, and how to build community and relationships. Boyd looks at the messages from Elder D. Todd Christofferson and President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and how to apply them to our lives.
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After last week's tragic school shooting in Nashville, there has been a lot of talk about how to make our schools safer. Utah's very own Representative Burgess Owens recently proposed a bill to help fund school safety measures. He joins Inside Sources to discuss the details of the legislation.
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After a hearing with the CEO and with national security concerns bubbling... a bipartisan group of Senators has introduced a new bill to restrict TikTok. It's called the Restrict Act. But JD Tuccille from Reason says it doesn't just go after Tik Tok. It's one of those open-ended bills that gives the government way too much power as a knee-jerk response to a crisis.
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Last week, the news broke that Russia had arrested a credentialed Wall Street Journal reporter and charged him with spying. Former US journalist Andrew Nagorski was expelled from Russia in 1982 when the Soviet government became angry with his reporting. He joins Boyd to discuss his case vs. Evan Gershkovich's and the seriousness of an espionage charge.
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While all eyes are on Former President Donald Trump and his arraignment, the other 2024 candidates continue to hit the campaign trail. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has yet to announce his campaign, but he's already been labeled a clear frontrunner. Will his strengths propel him to the Oval Office? Or will his weaknesses bring down a national campaign? David Drucker from The Dispatch joins Boyd to discuss.
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Inside Sources Full Show aired March 31st, 2023
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Boyd Previews his Conference Special on Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of the beloved community.
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For the first time ever... the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square will have singers from all over the world joining its ranks for the 193rd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Choir President Mike Leavitt joins Boyd to discuss the choir's goal to be not just a Utah choir but a choir for the whole world.
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If you're listening to KSL NewsRadio this weekend, you'll hear a variety of special content... including one special produced by Church News Reporter Mary Richards about JustServe.org. Mary joins Inside Sources to discuss the reach and impact of this platform which connects community volunteers with service opportunities.
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A new Quinnipiec poll found that 62% of Americans think the Manhattan District Attorney's case involving Trump is motivated by politics. Setting aside the legality of the case... could the politics cast a shadow of doubt over this entire proceeding? Henry Olsen from the Ethics and Public Policy Center says because of the politics, this case should be a federal one.
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Announced and soon to be announced candidates for the 2024 presidential election are weighing in on Donald Trump's indictment. Boyd looks at what they're saying and explains why the should spend less time talking about the former president and more time talking about issues that Americans really care about.... inflation, crime, and their children's futures.
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Ahead of the 193rd Annual General Conference, members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have been ministering to people all across the world from DC to India. Sarah Weaver from the Church News breaks down the global impact of their ministry.
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Yesterday, the news broke that a Manhattan grand jury had indicted former President Donald Trump on hush money charges. This case is eerily similar to a 2011 indictment of a former senator from North Carolina. Boyd looks at what the 2011 case tells us about what comes next. He also looks at why Democrats are worried about the political ramifications.
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Inside Sources Full Show aired March 30th, 2023
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Take me out to the ballgame! Baseball season starts today. Boyd shares his thoughts on the sport that has been there for America through the good times and the bad.
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An exciting new film is set to be released this weekend, titled "His Only Son". The film follows the story of Abraham and his son Isaac and shines a light on its themes of deep faith and sacrifice. Filmmaker David Helling and lead actor Nicolas Mouawad join Boyd in studio to discuss the film and the surprising reaction they've received.
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Yesterday 13 schools received threats of an active shooter. Only one week before, Spanish Fork High School had just put a new security system in place. KSL NewsRadio's Jessica Lowell spoke with the CEO of Aegix Aims about how this app helps school employees communicate with each other and the police during emergencies, reducing chaos.
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Vice President Kamala Harris is in Africa this week. She is the first black vice president and highest-ranking Biden official to visit the continent.... and she has generated a lot of excitement. Boyd looks at why foreign trips like this one allow the VP to shine while she struggles to make a footprint here at home.
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This weekend is the 193rd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Throughout this weekend, KSL NewsRadio is airing several specials in between sessions... one of which was produced by our very own Aimee Cobabe about the dangers of dating app violence in Utah. She joins Boyd to discuss what listeners can expect.
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There have been a surprising number of Republican wins in New York congressional districts in recent years. But next year's presidential election could change the math for GOP lawmakers up for re-election. And Democrats are already looking at New York as their chance to flip the House. Audrey Fahlberg from The Dispatch explains why the House majority may be decided in New York.
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The Biden administration is dancing around the Taiwan President's "visit" to the US. The White House is insisting that it's just a pit stop for President Wen as she makes her way to Central America in order to minimize backlash from Beijing... but China is still angry. The Washington Post's Olivier Knox gives some background to the drama and breaks down the lessons learned from a recent wargame exercise for if China attacks Taiwan
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Inside Sources Full Show aired March 29th, 2023
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Boyd looks at the irony of lawmakers lecturing the former Starbucks CEO about what's best for his company as well as the irony of Americans wanting less federal spending but more benefits.
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One of the downstream effects of the war in Ukraine is the deepening of ties between Russia and China. But the US is also using the war in Ukraine to deepen its ties with other democracies and unite the rest of the world against Russia and China. Phelim Kine from POLITICO says many countries, especially Europe, are starting to listen to the US and decouple from China.
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A certain Senator from Alabama is holding up important military promotions... not because of qualifications, but because of politics. Senator Tommy Tuberville won't approve the promotions because he disagrees with the Pentagon's abortion policy. Boyd says that while the military is meant to be overseen by the people's House... politicizing the process does more harm than good.
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Earlier today, the Senate passed a bill repealing military authorizations for the Iraq and Gulf Wars. The bill passed with bipartisan support and a vote of 66-30. But this bill doesn't just formally end these wars overseas. Nan Swift from R Street explains why this is a significant step forward for a Congress seeking to reclaim its constitutional war powers.
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This weekend is the 193rd Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It's also been a little over 5 years since President Russell M. Nelson became the prophet of the church. Church News editor Sarah Weaver sat down with 3 of President Nelson's children and she joins Boyd to discuss what she learned from them about the prophet.
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House Republicans have introduced their number 1 priority for the 118th Congress.... an energy package dubbed H.R. 1. Philip Rossetti from the R Street Institute breaks down what's in the bill and what policy debates we should be having now that this bill is on the table.
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One lower-level elected official in Utah is having a big impact across the globe. During the pandemic, now Utah county commissioner Amelia Powers Gardner made a simple policy change moving marriage licensing online. She joins Boyd to discuss how this change has had a ripple effect all over the world... and has even created a policy debate in Israel over their marriage laws.
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Today is the first day of President Biden's second annual "Summit for Democracy." The President hopes the Summit will unite democracies around the world against authoritarian regimes like Russia and China. But Ishaan Tharoor from the Washington Post says the White House is facing an uphill battle to achieve its goal.
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Inside Sources Full Show aired March 28th, 2023
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Boyd chats about the Rosie the Riveter Honor flight and shares a special tribute to the chiefs of staff slaving away in DC.
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The US is in the middle of a work crisis. Women and especially men are dropping out of the workforce and not coming back. But the national numbers don't paint the whole picture. Nicholas Eberstadt from AEI says we're seeing gaps in the labor force participation rate within states... and says lawmakers need to look more closely at policy and community to find out what's happening.
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Garbage is piling up in France as workers go on strike. The French are protesting a pension reform the government pushed through raising the retirement age in an effort to save the country's retirement funds. Jay Evensen from the Deseret News says this could be a preview of coming attractions in the US if we don't reform Social Security.
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This week, President Biden signed an executive order prohibiting the use of commercial spyware. The order came on the heels of the news that 50 US government employees were hacked by commercial spyware overseas. Rep. Chris Stewart breaks down what this new law means for US citizens and how foreign governments are using spyware maliciously.
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Last week, Islam's holy week of Ramadan began. For Muslims, this month is filled with reflection, fasting, prayer, and community. But what can people of other faiths learn from Ramadan? Holly Richardson from Utah Policy and the Deseret News explains how Ramadan has changed her perspective of Islam and Muslims.
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One of the busiest and most difficult jobs in Washington DC is that of the White House Chief of Staff. And with it comes a lot of growing pains. Jeff Zeints recently replaced Ron Klain as President Biden's chief of staff. Adam Cancryn from POLITICO gives a behind the scenes look at the challenges Zients is facing... especially ahead of a presidential election.
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Speaker Kevin McCarthy has sent a letter to the President urging more negotiations on the debt ceiling. Meanwhile, the President is attacking Republicans for positions on Social Security he once held. Neither side is coming to the table. Boyd says the President and the Speaker need to drop the fake fights and false choices and get in the same room to talk about our fiscal situation.
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America is pulling back from the values that once defined it... that's the headline from the Wall Street Journal who released the results of a new survey with the University of Chicago. Boyd explores the numbers and explains how a lack of civics education and strong institutions is partly to blame for America's changing views... but it's not the whole story.
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Inside Sources full show aired March 27th, 2023
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Boyd expands on his conversation with David Bobb from the Bill of Rights Institute about how kids are becoming polarized at young ages. He discusses how we can combat this worrisome trend.
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Youth in this country are becoming politically polarized as young as 11 years old according to recent studies out of Cambridge University. And it's having an impact at home, in the classroom, and on society. David Bobb from the Bill of Rights Institute explains how social media has played a role and why we need to foster more civil discourse.
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Foster care is supposed to be temporary, but for many children across the US...it's not. Congress passed a bill more than 20 years ago that terminates parental rights if a child spends the majority of time in foster care. But there's little enforcement and exceptions made. Naomi Schaefer Riley says this is a problem and kids need more permanent homes for their development.
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Mexico is ramping up its rhetoric, criticizing the US while Republicans are putting the pressure on Mexico for its role in the fentanyl crisis. Stuck in the middle is the Biden administration who needs President Obrador to tackle everything from drug trafficking to immigration. Nick Miroff from the Washington Post breaks down the awkward position the White House is in.
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After last month's train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, a bipartisan group of Senators have proposed more regulations on railroads. But many of these proposals miss the mark. Eric Boehm from Reason says that, instead, they may actually make trains more expensive and not necessarily safer.
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Congress is weighing a nationwide TikTok ban after grilling the CEO last week over the company's Chinese owner, Bytedance and the possible security risks. Paul Bingham is a former FBI agent and Dean at WGU's College of Information Technology. He joins Boyd to discuss why he believes the Chinese government has access to tech companies like TikTok and why that's dangerous.
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This morning, a 28-year-old woman killed several students and faculty at a school in Nashville, Tennessee. Boyd breaks down what happened, what we know so far, and all of the messaging coming out of the White House.. particularly the significance of First Lady Jill Biden speaking out before her husband.
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While protesters take to the streets in Israel... a deal has been reached delaying a proposal to overhaul the judiciary. All of this comes after the Defense Minister was fired for calling on Prime Minister Netanyahu to halt his plans. Is this a tipping point? Amos Guiora joins Boyd with the latest update and explains why this is resonating with young people.
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Inside Sources full show aired on March 24th, 2023
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints released their annual "Caring for those in Need" report this week, covering charitable efforts for the year 2022. The Church spent more than 1 billion dollars in their charitable efforts around the world. Samantha Butterworth, Director of Product Management, Welfare and Self-Reliance Services for the Church, shared her experience of how members have helped make the world a better place through their efforts.
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Earlier this week, we had the executive producer and host of Studio 5 at KSL with us to talk about a wonderful challenge to viewers going on this week. It's the "Your Beautiful Neighborhood" challenge, and we wanted to follow up today and ask how the challenge has been going? What have Utahns been doing to make their neighborhoods a more beautiful place to live? Brooke Walker from Studio 5 returns with an update...
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A very exciting event will take place at Utah Valley University next week. Global ambassadors, diplomats, and state officials gather, both in person and virtually at UVU to engage in a global conversation related to international relations. The topic this year: Ukraine. So, what is being overlooked in regard to discussion around the war in Ukraine? Dr. Frederick White, professor of Russian & Integrated Studies at UVU attended the conference and gives his perspective...
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Even though we're still in the first quarter of 2023, in terms of Presidential elections, 2024 is already starting to heat up. Boyd gives a weekly preview and lay of the land of presidential politics. What are the candidates doing? What would a path of success look like, and what are the pitfalls to navigate? Who has already entered the race, and who might be waiting for their right moment to jump in?
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Some big news events are going on today, the most significant of which is President Biden's historic speech addressing the Canadian Parliament in Ottawa. But it's also been an active 24 hours for our military as well, after a drone strike in Syria killed a U.S. contractor and wounded 5 American servicemen. Our military has responded with a retaliatory airstrike targeting the terrorist group responsible for the attack. Boyd covers the news happening around the world...
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Terribly naïve... that's what TSMC founder and Taiwan's tech king Morris Chang told Nancy Pelosi during their luncheon in Taiwan when she told him that the United States is determined to succeed in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. After clearly voicing his doubts about our ambitions, we have to ask ourselves... is he right? Is the U.S. in over its head in the hopes to produce essential microchips? Alex Burns from POLITICO joins the show to give his insight into the future of U.S. semiconductor manufacturing...
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This week, the Sutherland Institute has been hosting the AEI FREE Forum... focused on ideas to help the next generation flourish. Timothy Carney from AEI and the Washington Examiner is here at the Summit. He joins Boyd to discuss family policy, the blind spots for policymakers, and what parents really need.
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The headlines say America is deeply divided between the left and the right. But is polarization in the US a myth? Verlan Lewis from Utah Valley University is the author of "The Myth of Left and Right: How the Political Spectrum Misleads and Harms America." He joins Boyd to explain why our left-right political spectrum is misleading.
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Yesterday, Boyd sat down with Ian Rowe from AEI to talk about an empowering alternative to the victim mentality. Ian said that the next generation has the agency to succeed and there's a proven path for doing so. Boyd revisits his conversation with Ian about why the next generation needs a strong foundation of family, faith, education, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
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A new study from Pew Research shows that having people of different faiths in our social circles helps us like them more. While on the flip side, those who don't interact with misunderstood groups can have negative feelings towards them. Kelsey Dallas from Deseret News breaks down the numbers and makes the case for getting to know people who are different from us.
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Millennials have good reason to be concerned about the nation's lack of fiscal responsibility. So, what budget reforms can they get behind so that they're not bearing the brunt of the fed's overspending? Romina Boccia from CATO says reforms to Medicare, Social Security, and the SALT tax would be a good place to start.
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The Federal Reserve is raising interest rates again despite two bank failures in California. What does this mean for inflation, the banking industry, and the economy? Boyd looks at what Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell had to say during his press conference yesterday.
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Lawmakers on the hill today grilled the CEO of Tik Tok over national security and mental health concerns. Some even called for banning the app. Leigh Ann Caldwell from the Washington Post says some lawmakers worry a ban would have political ramifications especially for younger voters. But concerns about the social media app's impact on mental health and national security could outweigh that.
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Inside Sources full show aired March 22, 2023.
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It's career day here at KSL NewsRadio. KSL News reporter Britt Johnson joins Boyd to discuss the value in sharing her work with her daughter.
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The EPA has issued a new rule to restrict smokestack emissions from crossing state lines, AKA the good neighbor rule. Speaker Brad Wilson and Solicitor General Melissa Holyoak say this will raise energy prices for Utahans and force power plants to close their doors... so, Utah is fighting back.
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When it comes to industrial policy, the government usually has good intentions. Like the Jones Act. This obscure maritime law was meant to protect US shipping and manufacturing. But now we're dealing with the unintended consequences of federal policy. Scott Lincicome from CATO explains how this law is driving up costs for Americans and restricting shipping in the US.
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China has been all over the headlines since a spy balloon appeared over US airspace. How journalists cover these events impacts how we perceive the country and the policy that follows. But the relationship between the media and China is a tense one. Mike Chinoy describes how China has become more hostile to journalists with less reporting from within China.. influencing the US' perception and policy.
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Is the American dream dead? Many young people believe so, because they've been told by society that they're victims. But Ian Rowe from the American Enterprise Institute says the next generation can take their future into their own hands with four pillars: family, education, religion, and entrepreneurship.
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Inside Sources full show aired March 21, 2023.
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Boyd discusses his key takeaways from today's conversations with Senator Mike Lee on Mexico, Doug Dingman on World Syndrome Day, and more.
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A bipartisan group of 8 Senators and 4 Representatives recently met with the President of Mexico Andrés Manuel López Obrador. They discussed everything from trade to immigration to the issue of fentanyl. Senator Mike Lee was part of the delegation, and he joins Boyd to discuss his key takeaways.
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Today is World Down Syndrome Day, an opportunity for us to celebrate those with Down Syndrome and have the crucial conversation about how we can be more inclusive of this community. Doug Dingman lives here in Utah with his son Sam who has Down Syndrome. He shares his experience with Boyd.
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House GOP lawmakers are in Florida for their annual retreat. The headlines say the shadow of President Trump's possible indictment looms large. Speaker McCarthy said they're trying to focus on the issues, but the media keeps bringing up the former president. So, are the Republicans obsessed with this soap opera? Or is it the media? Boyd says we're stuck in a vicious cycle asking the wrong questions.
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This week, the Sutherland Institute is hosting its annual gala with a special focus on the next generation and how to help them flourish. President and CEO Rick Larsen joins Inside Sources to discuss the event which is welcoming special guests Rep. Lowry Snow and Ian Rowe... who have spent their careers focused on family, freedom, and education.
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The 2024 game is afoot. Several Republicans have announced their bid for president... and there are several others on book tours, expected to announce late May, early June. But as we look ahead, who are the favorites, the contenders, and the long shots? Steven Shepard of POLITICO breaks down who's in the running and what their paths to winning (and losing) look like.
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China's President Xi is in Moscow on day 2 of his high stakes meeting with Putin. The US is concerned about lethal aid and a ceasefire being on the table.. which leaders such as Secretary Blinken and John Kirby of the National Security Council have made clear. Boyd looks at the US messaging surrounding this meeting and why China and Russia are strengthening ties.
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Inside Sources full show aired March 20th, 2023.
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There's a lot going on in the world from war in Ukraine to brutal politics back home. But if you really want to make a difference... you have to start in your own neighborhood. Boyd challenges everyone to be better neighbors.
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Mass protests continue in Israel over the Prime Minister's proposal to overhaul the judicial system. But are protesters finally starting to make an impact? Amos Guiora is back from Israel, and he explains the state of things in Israel and how protesters have been using his work on the Enablers law to make their case and persuade government leaders.
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Today marks 20 years since the US invaded Iraq. In 2001 only one member of Congress voted against the war in Afghanistan: Rep. Barbara Lee. Rep. Lee believed Congress was abdicating its war powers. And she turned out to be right. Boyd reflects on that moment 20 years ago and looks at a new effort by Senator Tim Kaine to repeal the AUMF and formally end the wars.
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China's President Xi Jinping is in Moscow today for a high stakes meeting with Vladimir Putin. Alarm bells have been ringing in the West as the two leaders continue to deepen ties. But China is also strengthening ties in the Middle East and Africa. Phelim Kine from POLITICO explains how this is all part of Xi's Global Security Initiative and why the US should brace for more.
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Studio 5 has been working on a weeklong series that airs this week looking at how to make your neighborhood better. Brooke Walker from KSL's Studio 5 joins Inside Sources to discuss "Your Beautiful Neighborhood" and what they're challenging all Utahns to do.
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Polls tracking the Republican presidential race are coming to the same conclusion: DeSantis is losing momentum while Trump is gaining ground. DeSantis has been considered an early frontrunner. But Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research says Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is struggling to balance the populist wing and the moderate wing of the party.
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Last week, Vladimir Putin was indicted for war crimes. The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for the Russian dictator for kidnapping Ukrainian children and taking them to Russia. Diane Orentlicher from American University breaks down the case against Putin, what comes next, and the US role in all of this.
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Over the weekend, former president Donald Trump posted on social media that he was going to be arrested and called on followers to protest. Now that's all anyone is talking about. Not energy, not immigration, not Social Security or Medicare. Boyd says we have a problem when nobody is thinking or talking about what's best for the future of the country.
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Full Inside Sources show aired March 17th, 2023.
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Boyd gives his final thoughts on his conversation with legendary writer and columnist George Will.
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This year, there has been a concerning number of "near misses" as airplanes came close to potential disasters. Now it's still safe to fly. But the US Federal Aviation Administration recently convened a “Safety Summit" to prevent future catastrophes. Marc Scribner from the Reason Foundation breaks down what we should be thinking about when it comes to aviation policy, regulation and deregulation.
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The Utah Food Bank is preparing for its largest, statewide drive of the year. Feed Utah is expected to feed nearly 300,000 Utahns. President and CEO of the Utah Food Bank Ginette Bott joins Inside Sources to discuss how you can participate.
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This week, the Biden administration used the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to bail out 2 banks that failed in California. But Jay Evensen from the Deseret News says this will have consequences not just for investors, the wealthy, or venture capitalists, but also, for taxpayers.
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Although it's only March of 2023, the 2024 Presidential election is already heating up as candidates are throwing their hat in the ring and beginning to campaign. Boyd looks at what all the candidates are saying and previews a weekly segment where he will look at the candidates and their policy proposals.
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Happy St. Patrick's Day! While today is the day we celebrate all things Irish... many US and Utah companies have already begun embracing the Emerald Isle for its low taxes and highly skilled workforce among other reasons. Art Raymond from the Deseret News explains why these companies are expanding their business to Ireland, and it's not just because of the luck of the Irish.
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The US is experiencing a shock in the copper supply chain as Peru, a leading exporter, undergoes crippling political unrest. Lawmakers and governors across the country have been calling on the Biden administration to designate copper as a critical mineral. JP Carroll and Sarah Hunt from the Joseph Rainey Center for Public Policy explain why that designation is important.
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The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin for his war crimes in Ukraine. It's unlikely that Putin will be handcuffed and appear before a court, but it could have broader implications. Boyd looks at how it would impact Russia's isolation, its relationship with China, and the war going into spring.
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Full Inside Sources show aired March 16th, 2023.
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Boyd shares insights from an inside source on China's global chess moves and how the US needs to get ahead. Plus, Boyd recaps his favorite moments from his interview with Washington Post columnist George Will.
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The Biden administration is giving TikTok an ultimatum. The Chinese owners of the app must sell their stake in the company, or we will ban the app in the United States. Former Biden administration adviser Lindsay Gorman with the Alliance for Securing Democracy says this is the right move if we want to protect our democracy.
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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen testified before the Senate Finance Committee earlier today... reassuring Americans that the banking industry is sound, and taxpayers' dollars are safe. Boyd looks at her testimony and breaks down where we really are financially and what we've learned this week about how we got here.
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This week, the Fed announced it would make all depositors whole, but they didn't use the full authority given them under the Dodd Frank Act. Paul Kupiec from the American Enterprise Institute explains how they ignored what was in the law and how it will impact taxpayers.
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What is the state of politics in America and how is it shaping the direction of the country? Legendary columnist from the Washington Post George Will joins Inside Sources to discuss some of the concerning trends in Washington, education, and society.
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Since the appearance of a Chinese spy balloon... relations between the US and China have been rocky. President Biden is seeking to ease tensions with a phone call to President Xi. But Xi is focused on the Middle East, Ukraine, and criticizing the US. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post breaks down how the administration is navigating its relationship with China.
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Senator Mitt Romney got into a heated exchange over Social Security with the OMB director this week. The administration continues to double down on the idea that Republicans want to cut Social Security to the frustration of many lawmakers including Senator Romney. Boyd says if lawmakers continue to be dishonest brokers turning non proposals into political slogans we won't get anywhere.
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Inside Sources full show aired March 15th, 2023
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Boyd reflects on his interview with Yuval Levin from AEI on how we need to reframe the conversation when it come to entitlement reform.
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Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank both failed last week.... in part due to the Fed taking action to raise interest rates. But high interest rates didn't just impact the banks. It's also hurting the tech powerhouse Silicon Valley. Allison Schrager from the Manhattan Institute explains why Silicon Valley may be on the decline and why places like Utah are rising up to take its place.
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Literacy rates among American children have been declining in recent years. So, Dr. Jenny Mackenzie from UVU set out to find out why. Together with LeVar Burton of "Reading Rainbow", Dr. Mackenzie has created a new documentary called "The Right to Read" looking at low literacy rates and solutions. She joins Boyd to discuss the film following its premier at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
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This week, President Biden approved an oil drilling project in Alaska. Environmentalists claim this will hurt the climate. But can oil and gas be a part of our clean energy future? Rep. John Curtis says yes, and we shouldn't fall for the fake fights and false choices. Plus, Rep. John Curtis says the House will introduce an energy bill next week which will be their top priority.
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Top U.S. military general Mark Milley and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin spoke at a press briefing today covering aid to Ukraine and the drone that was damaged by a Russian fighter jet. Boyd looks at where we are in the war and how the drone incident could make an impact.
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Over the last week, China has been working to establish itself... not as an economic or military superpower... but as a peacemaker. China brokered a deal in the Middle East, and President Xi is reportedly planning to talk with President Zelenskyy. Ian Johnson from the Council on Foreign Relations explains how China is trying to position itself and what it all means for the US.
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Following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank... Politicians have been pointing fingers at the last administration for "rolling back" the Dodd Frank Act. But was it really rolled back in 2018? Norbert Michel from CATO says no, it was amended to give the Fed MORE discretion to supervise and regulate. And they did, showing us why you can't rely on regulations alone to prevent crises.
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Full Inside Sources show aired on March 14th, 2023
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Utah lawmakers have been leading a national discussion on the dangers of social media and how we can protect kids online. Rep. Chris Stewart is one of the lawmakers who has been leading the charge. He joins Boyd to discuss the joint federal and state legislation that he hopes will help keep young people safe on social media.
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Earlier today, a Russian fighter jet crashed into an unmanned US drone flying over international waters. The interaction has US officials concerned. Brigadier General Pat Ryder answered questions from the press during a Defense Department briefing today. Boyd looks at what we know so far.
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The UVU men's basketball team is in New Mexico for the NIT tournament. WAC coach of the year Mark Madsen has played a key role in leading his team to victory. He joins Inside Sources to discuss how he's built upon UVU's grittiness to create a winning culture.
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There were many inaccurate polls predicting a red wave last year. But a new analysis from FiveThirtyEight has determined that pollsters had one of their most successful election cycles yet. Nathaniel Rakich from FiveThirtyEight explains why the polls were historically accurate in 2022.
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The fight over Social Security and Medicare is often focused on the dollars and cents and how quickly the programs will go bankrupt. But there's another angle to all of this. Yuval Levin from AEI says our past and our future our connected. And our interconnectedness requires us to take care of retirees AND pay off our debts so the future of our country doesn't have to.
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Since the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank in California, there's been a hot debate about whether or not the government should bail out banks to prevent a domino effect. Would that set a dangerous precedent? Jeff Stein from the Washington Post breaks down the arguments for and against bailouts.
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As expected inflation rose once again in February, this time by .4%. With prices rising and banks closing... what exactly is going on with our economy? Pat Horan from the Mercatus Center breaks down the numbers and explains how this will impact the Fed as it prepares to meet next week.
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While the Oscars often portray a negative view of America, this year was different. Several winners referenced the American dream in their acceptance speeches. Boyd looks at their messages and who and what make the American dream possible.
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Mass protests continue to play out in Israel as the government prepares to overhaul the judicial system. University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora is in Israel following the protests. He joins Boyd with the latest updates and his perspective on the Chinese brokered deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia.
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Two banks in California collapsed over the weekend. What went wrong and what comes next? Paul Kupiec from the American Enterprise Institute joins Inside Sources explains how regulators weren't paying attention and how the Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes played a role in putting them underwater.
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President Biden has publicly declared... several times... that the US and Ukraine are united and would remain united until the day that Russia ends its unjust war. But beyond the headlines... are cracks starting to show in the alliance? Alex Ward from POLITICO says the alliance is still strong, but points of disagreement are creating some tension between the two countries.
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China has brokered a deal to re-establish relations between two Middle Eastern giants: Iran and Saudi Arabia. The deal showcases China's increasing influence in the region. Ray Takeyh from the Council on Foreign Relations explains what this means for the 3 countries and the US' influence in the Middle East.
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Last week, President Biden gave lawmakers his 2024 budget proposal. It not only included more spending... it also included more than $4.5 trillion in tax increases. Erica York from the Tax Foundation breaks down what taxes would go up and how it would impact Americans during a time of already high inflation.
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Over the weekend, Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank collapsed... worrying markets and customers. Boyd talks about why President Biden made the right call from a communications standpoint to immediately reassure Americans. But Boyd says the President needs to do better at acknowledging just how much Americans are struggling financially right now. He also looks at what it means for Utah, interest rates, and inflation.
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After President Biden unveiled his budget proposal yesterday, Boyd asks if there are any honest brokers left in our nation's capitol.
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The US is facing a teacher shortage. And Utah is no exception. KSL NewsRadio host Amanda Dickson substitute teaches on the side. And she joins Boyd to discuss why she thinks teachers are quitting. She says students are disrespectful, they lack resilience, and parents have a lot of work to do when it comes to teaching their kids to trust and respect teachers.
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Earlier today, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on the debt limit. Congressman Blake Moore was in the hearing where he questioned Secretary Yellen on adoption tax audits and small business taxes. He joins Boyd to discuss his takeaways as well as what conversations we should be having about the debt and the President's budget.
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Primary Children's hospital has opened up a food pantry to help patients and their families. This new pantry will make a world of difference for those dealing with food insecurity in our community. Katy Welkie from Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital discusses the need among patients and the impact this pantry will have.
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The war is raging on in Eastern Ukraine, with fighting only growing more intense since the 1-year anniversary of Russia's invasion in the region last month. The long running battle for the city of Bakhmut is center stage, hypersonic missiles are flying, and the New York Times reports that the Pentagon is blocking war crime evidence. Boyd shares the latest updates.
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The February jobs report is out... and it was stronger than expected. President Biden said this was good news. But could it give the Fed another reason to raise interest rates more aggressively this year? Jeff Cox from CNBC joins Inside Sources to break down the numbers.
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Boyd says fixing broken government is the first step to solving some of the country's biggest issues.
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Last year, the Biden administration passed a bill subsidizing semiconductor chip manufacturing in the US. But now the Commerce department is attaching a lot of strings to the subsidies. JD Tuccille from Reason explains how politicians are attaching strict requirements and political priorities to the subsidies to gain leverage, but unfortunately, they're driving up costs in the process.
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During a speech in Pennsylvania today, President Biden unveiled his budget plan for 2024. Is it good policy? Or just a bunch of bumper sticker proposals for the President's reelection campaign? Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute breaks down how this proposal barely makes a dent in our deficit, raises more taxes, and puts the money towards more spending... except not towards Social Security.
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The relationship between the US and China has been really tense thanks to the spy balloon, Russia's war in Ukraine, and threats of taking Taiwan. But Dr. Peter Chan says that while these issues shouldn't be ignored, increasing dialogue and looking for areas where we can agree is equally important. He joins Boyd to discuss BYU's China Conference that seeks to do just that.
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The Biden administration has rolled out a string of immigration proposals including tougher asylum restrictions and the possible return of migrant detention. But Hispanic Democrats have been left out of these policy conversations, and they're not happy with the White House. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call breaks down what lawmakers are saying on The Hill.
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The White House and GOP lawmakers remain at odds over raising the debt limit. And the headlines for the debt ceiling fight are salacious, the stakes presented as existential. But we've been here before. Caitlin Emma from POLITICO takes us through past debt limit fights and what they tell us about what to expect this year.
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Today, President Biden unveiled his budget proposal during a speech in Pennsylvania. But his speech quickly turned into a political campaign speech filled with priorities that have failed to pass Congress in the past or were included in bills like the American Rescue plan. Boyd breaks down why he thinks the President missed the mark.
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Mass protests in Israel are now impacting the trips of foreign leaders...US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has had to cut his upcoming trip to Israel short due to hundreds of thousands of people taking to the streets. Amos Guiora joins Boyd from Israel with the latest on what's happening on the ground, the government's judicial overhaul, and why it matters to the US.
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Former President Trump has proposed an odd idea to boost housing supply and bring down costs.... a contest to build "freedom cities." While building cities out of nowhere may not be the best idea... he's onto something. The federal government owns a LOT of land. Christian Britschgi from Reason says the feds need to get out of the way and open up land for purchase to local governments.
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Today marks International Women's Day. Women have had a monumental impact on their communities from this side of the Atlantic to next. Sister Anette Dennis from The Relief Society for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joins Boyd to discuss the power of women and how the ladies of the Relief Society have been serving people across the globe.
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2023 is shaping up to be a very important year for our national security. We have a lot of important decisions to make over the next few months when it comes to support for Ukraine, Tik Tok and China, and more. Senator Mitt Romney joins Boyd to talk about a new bipartisan bill to tackle Tik Tok's security concerns, why we shouldn't abandon Ukraine, and the increasing issue of wildfires.
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America needs better leadership to meet the challenges of the day. Boyd chats about what makes a great leader.
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While the Supreme Court considers the legality of President Biden's student debt relief plan.... students continue to suffer under a broken federal student loan program. Preston Cooper from FREOPP breaks down his proposal to hold colleges accountable for higher education's high cost and lack of value.
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The issue of crime is beginning to take center stage ahead of next year's presidential election. Democrats particularly are expressing concern about crime and how it could impact their chances in 2024. Theodoric Meyer from the Washington Post explains why Democrats, especially in swing states, are worried, what voters are saying, and how it's impacting President Biden's position on a certain GOP crime bill.
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Earlier today, Chairman of the Federal Reserve Jerome Powell admitted that inflation continues to run hot in the US economy. He told Senators that interest rates are likely to be higher than expected this year. But the Biden administration continues to tout a strong economy. Jonathan Bydlak from R Street breaks down where the economy stands and why it's time for the rose-colored glasses to come off.
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After months and months of city council hearings and red tape, the Other Side Village will break ground on a tiny home village for the homeless here in Salt Lake City. Joseph Grenny from the Other Side Village joins Boyd to discuss the milestone event and how this project changes the conversation around homelessness.
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Next month, the White House will host the President of South Korea in President Biden's second state visit of his presidency. The visit comes as the US works to counter China and North Korea by building alliances in the region. Yasmeen Abutaleb from the Washington Post scooped the story. She previews the diplomatic event and a new deal with Japan.
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From entitlement programs going bankrupt to inflation to China... America is facing no shortage of challenges. So, what should leaders keep in mind as they contend with difficulties and strive to make this country a better place? Boyd reflects on his conversation with former Ambassador and UN delegate Lisa Gable who advised leaders to prioritize and focus on the big picture.
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President Biden has unveiled his plan to fund Medicare. His plan? Tax the rich. But taxing the rich is probably not going to keep this expensive program going for the next several decades. So why is President Biden proposing this? Chris Pope from the Manhattan Institute says it's a political reelection slogan and gives insight into what a serious path forward on Medicare should look like.
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Guest Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Taylor Morgan live from the State Capitol
Marty and Taylor give their final thoughts on the 2023 legislative session.
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Not only is it the last day of the legislative session... it's also women's history month. A lot of bills and policies focused on helping women made their way through the Utah legislature and the Governor's office this year. Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson breaks down what they were and what they mean for women.
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Guest Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Taylor Morgan live from the State Capitol
Utahns are getting a new state flag... one of the most visible changes coming out of this year's legislative session. Senator Dan McCay played a central role in making this happen. He joins the show to discuss the process of getting to this point and what it means for Utahns.
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Just how impactful has the 2023 Legislative session been? According to Senate President Stuart Adams, very. He joins Marty and Taylor to talk lawmakers' work on tax cuts, housing, and more.
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KSL NewsRadio reporter Lindsay Aerts has been relentlessly covering the 2023 Legislative session. She chats about the highs and lows of following all the bills, the biggest bills that passed, and gives an update on an education bill that would impact education funding through the state income tax.
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It's been a busy few weeks. But through it all the House has functioned like a well-oiled machine. Representatives passed and are still passing a flurry of bills. Speaker Brad Wilson joins Inside Sources to discuss the impact of this session and why it ran so smoothly.
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The 2023 Legislative session has been full of surprises... not just for lawmakers but for lobbyists working diligently behind the scenes to get their priorities passed. Spencer Stokes from Stokes Strategies has been present for many Utah legislative sessions. He breaks down what this year was like for lobbyists and how it was different than years past.
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45 days later, the shortest legislative session in the country is just a few hours away from being over. More than 1,000 bills were proposed. Only a few passed. But behind the curtain... what does it take to pull off such a quick session? The Speaker's Chief of Staff Abby Osborne gives a behind the scenes look at how they orchestrated this session.
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Boyd chats about discipline and the results it can produce when we keep with our daily routines.
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These days, Congressional hearings are less about listening and more about making viral social media videos. Recently, at a House Homeland Security Committee hearing... Republican congressmen refused to let one of their witnesses, David Bier from the CATO Institute, testify. David explains why this is keeping us from having crucial conversations, in this case, about immigration.
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The largest family history conference... RootsTech... is underway here in Salt Lake City. And one of this year's presenters is Joseph Kerry. 10 years ago, Joseph Kerry founded Bible Rescue, a non-profit that rescues and reunites family Bibles. He joins Boyd to discuss the family bible and how it strengthens our family bonds.
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With the advent of technology... the world is moving fast and quickly changing. In some ways this is a good thing... and in other ways, not so much. But during times like this, we need leadership. Not mediocre leadership, but great leadership. Former US Ambassador and UN delegate Lisa Gable joins Boyd in studio to discuss leadership in times of change.
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We all deal with rejection, whether in our careers or our relationships. But how should we respond when we experience not being wanted? Writer Scott Livingston joins Inside Sources to discuss what his faith has taught him about rejection.
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'Zero emissions by 2030' has been the political talking point coming out of the Biden administration. But making this clean energy transition requires minerals... minerals that the US does not have enough of. Phil Rossetti from the R Street Institute joins Boyd to discuss our lack of important minerals like copper and lithium, the barriers to entry, and how China plays into all of this.
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2023 is turning out to be a very important year for US-China relations. From the spy balloon to Taiwan to intellectual property theft, the US has to address the China challenge. Jamil Jaffer from George Mason University joins Boyd to discuss why this is a wakeup call for Congress.
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President Biden has made it clear that he will oppose any cuts to Social Security. But back in 1983 and in 2012 Joe Biden was a key player in cuts to Social Security. With the entitlement program going bankrupt in 10 years... Andrew Biggs from AEI says President Biden has the opportunity to be like President Reagan in 1983 and make Social Security solvent again.
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The US has a lot of problems and a lot of lawmakers who know how to solve them. And yet, nothing continues to be done. Boyd talks about why we need to be able to contend with difficulties and act swiftly and decisively.
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Social Security is going bankrupt and could run out of money in 10 years. Touching the entitlement program has been taboo for a lot of lawmakers. But a bipartisan group of senators... including Utah's US Senator Mitt Romney... have begun discussing changes to Social Security. Aris Folley from The Hill breaks down who is involved, what's being proposed, and what to watch in the months ahead.
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The Supreme Court is reviewing President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. The program is the most recent example of executive action where the President has gone around Congress with the pen. Ben Ritz from the Progressive Policy Institute explains why executive action like the student debt relief plan should always be subject to review by the High Court.
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Today, U.S. attorney general Merrick Garland testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee. He didn't answer questions about the classified documents scandal until 4 hours in. So, what were Senators asking about? Fentanyl, Hunter Biden, and the Supreme Court Dobbs leak among others. Boyd says this shows just how broad the Department of Justice's power is.
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New childcare regulations and rising costs are pushing parents and families out of our nation's capitol. Some parents are literally being forced to give up low paying staff jobs on the hill to pursue a higher paying job elsewhere. Bethany Mandel from Deseret News and Magazine joins Boyd to discuss how this will impact parents across the country by diminishing their influence in DC's circles of power.
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Government often throws money into anti-poverty programs hoping to help. But by doing this, are they actually pushing citizens farther into poverty? Elizabeth Stelle from the Commonwealth Foundation joins Boyd to discuss their new report showing that the best way to boost prosperity is to provide greater economic freedom.
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Last night, the House China Select Committee held its first hearing during prime time. Chairman Mike Gallagher and his Democratic counterpart have painted a picture for the American people that this committee is bipartisan. But Phelim Kine from POLITICO says Democrats and Republicans are divided when it comes to a China strategy.
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During the pandemic, people were isolated and lost their sense of belonging. Boyd talks about why we should get off our phones and foster familial and community connections if we want to get that sense of belonging back.
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This week, Salt Lake City will host the Roots Tech 2023 conference. Roots Tech is one of the largest family history and technology conferences in the world. President and CEO of FamilySearch International Steve Rockwood joins Inside Sources to discuss the conference value in learning about your family.
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The data is in, social media is causing real harm to the mental health of the world's rising generation. And people want action. Lawmakers across the country are floating bills intended to keep kids safe online. But some of these policies may create more problems in the process. Josh Withrow from R Street explains what legislators should NOT do if they want to make the online world safe for kids.
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High prescription drug prices, high hospital costs, and nursing strikes dominate the headlines in the US when it comes to healthcare. We're familiar with the usual talking points regarding solutions: transparency, price caps, and subsidies. But author and occupational medicine specialist Dr. Joseph Jarvis explains what we should really be thinking about to fix our broken system.
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Tonight, the US House will hold its first hearing on competition with the Chinese Communist Party. The hearing comes on the heels of the Chinese spy balloon and reports that China is considering sending "lethal aid" to Russia. Kellie Meyer from NewsNation joins Boyd to discuss what we can expect to see from the committee tonight and why it's so important.
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Right now, there are only 2 people on the GOP playing field for 2024. Former president Donald Trump and former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley. How can Nikki Haley find her place in what is shaping up to be a crowded field? Sarah Isgur from The Dispatch shares insights from her time working on Carly Fiorina's campaign in 2016 about how Haley can differentiate herself and be part of the conversation.
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The Supreme Court is hearing arguments today in 2 cases regarding President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. There are a lot of legal questions about standing and merit. But Chief Justice John Roberts asked an important economics question. Will students have trouble repaying their loans? Beth Akers from AEI breaks down how borrowers are better off than we're led to believe and explains why the program is a bad policy.
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Last week, Reason's JD Tuccille spoke to Inside Sources about President Biden's "acting" leaders who have been allowed to exercise power far longer than the law allows. Boyd chats about why we need bold leaders, not acting leaders.
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A new study from Yale shows that the Democratic Party is becoming more U Shaped.. meaning that it's attracting support from voters in the top fifth and bottom fifth of incomes. Fred Bauer joins Boyd to discuss his piece in City Journal about how the shifting party demographic is driving more progressive policies that are benefiting the wealthy.
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Over the last year... Vladimir Putin has created an alternate universe inside Russia with censorship and lies. But the cracks are starting to show in Russia's information bubble. And the Russian people are seeing through them. Rob Picheta from CNN joins Boyd from London to discuss Putin's culture of censorship and how Russian citizens are trying to get around it.
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The Chinese government is considering providing weapons and other lethal aid to Russia. How likely is China to get more directly involved in this conflict? How would the U.S. and other allies respond? Boyd looks at what President Biden and his staff had to say about it over the weekend.
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Over the last year, more and more politicians have been standing up to the idea that you have to identify as either Republican or Democrat. Most recently, Senator Joe Manchin told Fox News on Sunday that he identifies as American, not as a Democrat. Boyd relates this to Zelenskyy's inclusive patriotism and argues for more unity rather than identity and party politics.
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The presidential race for 2024 has already begin, and for Republicans, many are wondering what Donald Trump's position among Republican voters is and will be as he takes a second shot at the Oval Office. Many are saying there's no doubt Trump will win the nomination. But Isaac Arnsdorf from the Washington Post says support for the former president is slipping and many GOP voters are ready for a new era.
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China is reportedly considering sending "lethal aid" to Russia. Plus, China has released a 12-point peace plan to end the war. Boyd discusses how China really doesn't want to be in the middle of the war, but wants the focus to be on Russia and Ukraine instead of China. Plus Boyd closes the show with an inspiring message from President Zelenskyy on the 1 year anniversary of the war.
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As our country has started to decriminalize cannabis, there are more opportunities for researchers to study the drug and its effects. And experts are finding that marijuana can have a detrimental impact on young, developing brains. Heather Lewis and Danny Lundell from the Gray Matters project explain what's happening in classrooms and how to educate teens about the dangers.
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If you travel across America's 50 states... you will find a very diverse, pluralistic society. The headlines focus on our differences... blue states versus red states. But Dr. Martin Luther King envisioned something different for the country... a beloved community. And people of faith play an important role in bringing this community to life. James Patton from the International Center for Religion and Diplomacy joins Boyd to discuss how faith leaders can minister to a polarized society and the role of faith in the public square.
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During President Biden's recent State of the Union, he got all of Congress to agree that they would not pursue cuts to Medicare and Social Security. However, that can't be the end of the story. If we do nothing, these programs will go bankrupt. So, what is Congress doing? Romina Boccia from CATO says there's a proposed commission centered on a bipartisan bill that could succeed.
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When it comes to investing in the economy... people either don't know how to do it or they get caught up in the politics of it. So, we want turn to someone who understands how to make smart decisions about investing. Jim Sorenson from Sorenson Capital and Impact Center joins Boyd to discuss how to invest and navigate requirements like ESG.
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The bells in Kiev rang out early this morning... because one year ago today the first Russian missiles struck Ukraine. At the time, many thought this was the beginning of the end of the country. But it was just the beginning for this small but defiant nation. Boyd reflects on the principles we've learned over the last year as Ukraine has pushed back against Putin's army.
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Boyd revisits his conversation with Dr. Barbara Brown Taylor on the principle of 'holy envy' and connects it to Pope Francis' Advice for Lent
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As Utah continues to expand its economy and become a hub for tech companies in the country, we have to make sure we have the talent to fill them. Women are less likely to pursue tech jobs. But Cyd Tetro is trying to change that. The CEO of Brandless joins Boyd to discuss the SheTech program and their Explorer Day happening in Utah to help engage girls in STEM.
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Almost a year later, Ukraine has been able to thwart Russia's invasion.... defying all expectations. Many have praised President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's communication skills as a key reason for their success. But it's not the only reason. Jessica Pisano from Harvard University explains how Zelenskyy laid the groundwork for years, inviting Ukrainians to embrace patriotism and love their country.
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As the year goes on, more and more people are sure to throw their hat into the 2024 presidential race. Someone who is showing all the signs that he is considering a run for President is Senator Tim Scott from South Carolina. Matthew Continetti from the American Enterprise Institute explains why voters shouldn't dismiss him just yet.
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Former President Jimmy Carter is receiving at-home hospice care for the remainder of his life. The former president has touched a lot of people during his 80 years of life. Most especially at the Maranatha Baptist Church in Georgia where he taught Sunday School for decades. Mike Mower from the Gov's office attended several of these classes. He joins Boyd to discuss his experience.
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The Biden administration has proposed new restrictions on asylum seekers that sound a lot like the ones Donald Trump placed on asylum seekers during his presidency. David Bier from the CATO Institute breaks down how the new rules wouldn't allow migrants requesting asylum into the US unless they've sought asylum in a transit country first.
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Rules for thee but not for me seems to be the motto of US Presidents going back generations. And President Biden is no exception. Despite the President's campaign promise of a return to the rule of law, he has violated several... most recently by keeping "acting officials" in their roles longer than allowed. Reason's JD Tuccille explains why this is a bad practice and harmful to our constitutional republic.
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A Nobel prize winning Russian journalist, Dmitry Muratov, is coming to Utah on the 1-year anniversary of Ukraine. But his being here isn't one of pure coincidence. He was invited by the ultimate diplomat... Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez. She discusses Dmitry's incredible story, her time in the Soviet Union, and why we shouldn't take democracy and the first amendment for granted.
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Over the last several hours Utah has seen A LOT of snow. It has been the biggest snowstorm of the winter. KSL's chief meteorologist Kevin Eubank breaks down where we've seen the biggest snow totals and what we can expect over the next 24 hours and into the weekend.
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Immigration continues to be a point of national discussion, and in Washington the issue seems to be mired in partisan gridlock. But America's governors might have a solution. In a recent op-ed with the Governor of Indiana, Governor Spencer Cox calls on lawmakers to allow states to sponsor immigrants. He joins Boyd to discuss how this would work and benefit state economies.
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Will President Biden run for a second term in 2024? The president has held off on announcing a reelection bid... and the silence has led many allies to question whether or not the 80-year-old president will try for a second term. Chris Cadelago from POLITICO explains why the President may be waiting and who is quietly waiting in the wings to take his place.
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Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine almost 1 year ago... thousands have fled Ukraine... many of whom have come to Utah. Utahans have supported refugees here at home and sent aid packages overseas. And there's one man who has played a key role in all of this. The Honorary Consul of Ukraine Jonathan Freedman. He joins Boyd to discuss his role and reflect on the 1-year anniversary of this horrific war.
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This week marks the anniversary of Executive Order 9066. The now infamous order authorized the U.S. government to force Japanese citizens from their homes and move them to internment camps in 1942. Former Mayor and California Assemblymen Floyd Mori hosted a day of remembrance in Utah. Floyd joins Boyd to discuss how we can honor those who experienced the camps and teach younger generations about the past.
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Snowmegeddon has been ravaging the state since last night, and Tooele County was one of the hardest hit areas. Emergency Services Director for Tooele County Bucky Whitehouse joins Boyd with the latest updates. Plus, Wade Mathews from Utah's Division of Emergency Management explains how people can prepare and stay safe during storms like this.
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It's President's Day week. And while a lot of people are souring on celebrating the nation's presidents, Amity Shlaes from the Calvin Coolidge Foundation says we should honor them. Specifically, Amity explains why we shouldn't just honor the famous first president George Washington, but also one of America's most underrated presidents, Calvin Coolidge.
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Ahead of the 1-year anniversary of Russia's invasion Ukraine... President Biden delivered a powerful, hopeful speech from Poland. But just a few thousand miles away, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin delivered a much darker state of the nation. Boyd looks at President Biden's remarks and what it means for Russia, our allies, and the war in Ukraine.
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Over the weekend, it was reported that former President Jimmy Carter had opted for hospice care. Boyd thinks again about one of President Carter's famous speeches on the crisis of confidence.
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A few months ago, a busload of Venezuelan migrants were dropped off in Salt Lake City seeking asylum. But with their arrival came a lot of questions. Who brought them here and why? KSL NewsRadio reporter Hugo Rikard-Bell has been investigating. He joins Boyd to discuss what he's learned about what's going on and Utah's role in all of this.
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It has been an eventful day on the international stage. The President was in Poland, the Chinese foreign minister was in Moscow, and Vladimir Putin announced he was suspending an important nuclear arms treaty. Boyd recaps what we know so far and how it all impacts the US.
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Society often weaponizes our differences. But Barbara Brown Taylor says that if we want to heal our polarized society, we should start by valuing our differences in faith. Barbara is the bestselling author of "Holy Envy: Finding God in the Faith of Others." She joins Boyd to discuss how she's been able to see God through other people's eyes.
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Today, the Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in a case that could strip online companies of critical liability protections. At the center of today's case, Gonzalez vs. Google, is Section 230. Jonathan Cannon from the R Street Institute explains what's at stake, what both sides are arguing, and what the Justices are saying about the case.
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China's foreign minister is visiting Moscow today ahead of the 1-year anniversary of Russia's war in Ukraine. The US has said that China would be crossing a red line if it provides aid to Russia. But Beijing's burgeoning relationship with Moscow isn't the only thing the US is watching. Derek Scissors from AEI's China Playbook project paints a picture of China's struggling economy, fentanyl distribution, and its fears about the West.
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Today, Vladimir Putin announced that he was suspending Russia's participation in a critical, nuclear arms control treaty with the United States. Ryan Vogel from UVU's Center for National Security Studies breaks down what this treaty does, how Moscow's suspension is an effort to show strength, and why the US should tread carefully in its response.
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Ahead of the 1-year anniversary of Russia's invasion Ukraine... President Biden delivered a powerful, hopeful speech from Poland. But just a few thousand miles away, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin delivered a much darker state of the nation. Boyd looks at President Biden's remarks and what it means for Russia, our allies, and the war in Ukraine.
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Monday is President George Washington's birthday... and he shares that day with every other US president. Boyd lays out the lessons we learn from our first president's farewell address.
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World Trade Center Utah is welcoming Beauty Industry Group CEO Derrick Porter on board to help support businesses who rely on the global market. WTC Utah Chief of Staff Stephen LeFevre introduces Derrick to listeners and Derrick explains how he plans to help Utah businesses get past supply chain issues to expand their global reach in his new position.
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Years ago, Boyd attended an event in Detroit, Michigan where people came to share ideas about helping the city rebound. While there, Boyd came across the story of Father Richard. Boyd shares what he learned from this historic figure about the principles of bouncing forward to make things better.
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Fraying relations with China, the 1-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and upset allies over the IRA are some of the challenges framing Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to the Munich Security Conference this weekend. Boyd looks at the Vice President's recent remarks on these issues and analyzes whether she can reassure allies on this big diplomatic trip.
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This spring could be the most pivotal moment for Ukraine since Russia invaded almost one year ago. That's according to US officials who are concerned that time and support are not on their side. Washington Post reporter Yasmeen Abutaleb breaks down what US officials are saying behind the scenes about the next phase of the war.
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There's no doubt that Nikki Haley will have a tough campaign ahead of her for the 2024 presidential election. But you don't run for President unless you think you have a chance at winning. But does she have a shot? Zoe Young from Schoen Cooperman Research breaks down what data Nikki Haley might be looking at and what it says about the top Republican contenders for 2024.
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Lately, the headlines have been obsessed with the Chinese spy balloon, who shot it down, and when. But is the political shiny balloon preventing us from having the more important conversation about tactics? Senator Mitt Romney joins Boyd live in studio to discuss why we need a more comprehensive China strategy as well as some of his other priorities for the 118th Congress.
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Education is a hot topic in Utah and across the country. But Boyd says that there are important principles to remember when it comes to education... many of which are found in Dr. Seuss' children's book, "Diffendoofer Day!"
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World Trade Center Utah is welcoming Traeger Grills CEO Jeremy Andrus on board to help support businesses who rely on the global market. WTC Utah Chief of Staff Stephen LeFevre introduces Jeremy to listeners and Jeremy explains how he plans to help Utah businesses get past supply chain issues to expand their global reach in his new position.
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Republicans are often caught between two choices. For example.... Populism or small government. Culture wars or doing nothing. But are these the only choices that Republicans have? Ryan Streeter from the American Enterprise Institute explains that the GOP is caught up in the fake fights and the false choices and offers 3 areas worth focusing on to get the party back on track.
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A new AI program called Chat GPT is being accused of political bias. The program has been criticized for generating positive content about people like the Cuban dictator Fidel Castro... but not for conservative lawmakers. James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity explains how the AI training programs are biased and what to watch moving forward.
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Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets in Israel to oppose the new government's proposed judicial reforms. Israel is known for being one of the only democracies in the middle east. Mya Jaradat from the Deseret News says these reforms could change all of that.
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Heavy fighting continues in the Donbas region of Ukraine as both Russia and Ukraine prepare for springtime offensives. And Putin is at a crossroads. Does he continue to focus on the Donbas region for its natural resources? Or does he defend Crimea? Col. Jonathan Sweet explains why it's important for Putin to retain control of Crimea and its ports to the Black Sea.
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The US is on track to add nearly $20 trillion to the nation's debt. That's according to the Congressional Budget Office, who keeps track of the latest debt, deficit, and spending numbers. Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute explains how we don't have a revenue problem but a spending problem, and the bill has come due.
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Boyd shares the story of Ruby Doris Smith Robinson, a civil rights activist, and reflects on the meaning of the words on her tombstone, "If you think free, you are free."
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Thousands of people are taking to the streets in Israel to protest Prime Minister Netanyahu's plan to overhaul the country's judicial system. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah joins Boyd to discuss the details of the plan and why people are so concerned about it.
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The Biden administration is facing no shortage of crises. The Chinese spy balloon, high inflation, and most recently, a toxic train derailment in Ohio. How is the administration dealing with these problems? By redefining, redirecting, and rebuffing. Boyd explains why this may not be the best way to communicate with the American people and assure them everything is ok.
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The midterm elections are barely in the rearview mirror and another political race has already begun. But campaigns for candidates of both political parties are running into the same problem. There are fewer and fewer young people applying to fill staff positions. Caroline Vakil from The Hill breaks down why campaigns are struggling to retain younger talent.
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Our youth truly are in the middle of a mental health crisis that began long before the 2020 pandemic. Now we have new data from the CDC which finds that teenage girls are reporting record levels of sadness, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Counselor and therapist Jenny Howe breaks down the factors that may be driving young people to despair and why this is an opportunity to have serious conversations with teens about what they're going through.
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Nikki Haley gave her first speech as a Presidential nominee in South Carolina earlier today. She laid out the reasons she is running and gave voters a first look at her presidential campaign. Boyd looks at her messaging and analyzes what may or may not work for her on the campaign trail.
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We are now 9 days away from the 1-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Headlines for a year now have centered on... sending weapons, equipment and training to the war-torn country. But Olivier Knox from the Washington Post says we should invest in the rebuilding of Ukraine because that's just as important to the country's future as tanks and missiles.
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Boyd shares some advice for Valentine's Day: Be mindful.
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It's being projected that nearly 1 million people have fled Russia since it invaded Ukraine. Many of those leaving the country include IT workers, political activists, and journalists. Mary Ilyushina from the Washington Post explains how this historic exodus is a blow to Russia.
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The longest serving female Senator in US History is retiring. Dianne Feinstein, the 89-year-old Democratic Senator from California, announced today that she will not run for re-election in 2024. And the race for her seat began long before her announcement today. Jennifer Haberkorn from the LA Times joins Boyd to discuss her legacy and who is waiting in the wings to take her place.
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After the Chinese spy balloon and other objects were shot down... we've heard from the Secretary of Defense, the Press Secretary, Brigadier General Pat Ryder, and John Kirby (whose title is a mouthful). But we haven't heard from our commander in chief... President Biden. Former White House press secretary and current co-host of America's Newsroom Dana Perino joins Boyd to discuss the White House's communications strategy (or lack thereof).
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Next Friday will mark the 1-year anniversary from when Russia invaded Ukraine. 1 year in. Ahead of that anniversary, Defense Secretary Austin and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair General Milley held a joint news conference after meeting with over 50 countries in Belgium today. Boyd analyzes where we are with the war, the coalition, and what comes next.
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Love can take many forms... but what kind of love can heal our deeply divided country? This Valentine's day, Evan Ward from BYU says that we need to love our political opponents. He chats with Boyd about the pivotal experiences that taught him to love those he disagrees with and explains how we can strengthen our public bonds of affection to heal our country.
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Inflation rose 0.5% in January. That's according to the consumer price index for the first month of 2023. Where are we seeing the biggest price increases? How are the markets reacting? How is this affecting workers? Jeff Cox from CNBC breaks down the latest numbers.
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Former ambassador to the U.N. and former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley has thrown her hat into the 2024 presidential race. She's the first Republican to officially challenge former President Donald Trump. Boyd looks at her message to voters released in a campaign video today, the political finances, and her path forward.
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Boyd explains why government officials need to have and act with integrity if they want to gain the people's trust back.
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The dystopian genre has been a big part of pop culture for decades. And these books, films, and TV shows shed light on what fears people have about government. From the novel "1984" to today's popular show "The Last of Us", Joanna Weiss from POLITICO and Experience Magazine breaks down what these fictional stories tell us about what freaks people out the most when it comes to government.
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The US has shot down 1 balloon and 3 unidentified objects in the last 8 days. But the President has been silent on all of this, while other members of the administration haven't been sharing too many details. Should the president say something? Boyd analyzes their communications strategy and explains why the silence is deafening.
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When tracking elections, it's always a good idea to heed the age-old advice: follow the money. And for 2024... that means following one of the biggest Super PACs in the country: the Club For Growth. They're already laying out their playbook for the 2024 elections. Audrey Fahlberg from The Dispatch breaks down where they think they can win.
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We've often talked about the American Dream being alive and well. But a lot of Americans don't feel like it is. And women especially are often discouraged from chasing after their dreams, assuming the requirements for qualification are too high. Former Congresswoman Mia Love joins Boyd to discuss her new book, "Qualified" where she redefines what it means to be qualified for positions of power.
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When President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, he touted its added funding of the IRS as a tool to more effectively go after wealthy people. But Eric Boehm from Reason says much of the additional funding will be used to go after workers' tip jars. He breaks down the agency's new tip reporting program.
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Turkey and Syria are racing against the clock to save lives after devastating earthquakes have already claimed over 30,000 lives. But the recovery effort is bringing people together, including the leaders of opposing countries with longstanding disagreements. US Ambassador to Turkey Jeff Flake breaks down what the unified recovery effort looks like.
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Boyd chats about the difference between political courage and political cowardice.
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This weekend is America's largest annual sporting event. Millions of fans and families across the country will tune in this Sunday to watch the Philadelphia Eagles face off against the Kansas City Chiefs for the NFL Championship. Scott Mitchell, former NFL quarterback and host of KSL's Unrivaled, breaks down the strategy, tactics, and mindset going into the big game.
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Last weekend the US shot down a Chinese spy balloon. Today we shot down another unidentified object over Alaska. Both of these events carry echoes of another moment in US history that changed the country's trajectory. The Soviet Union's Sputnik satellite. Mike Mazza from AEI explains why this is our 21st century Sputnik moment and an opportunity to galvanize the nation and create a strategy.
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Last September, the Rt. Reverend Phyllis Spiegel was consecrated as the 12th Bishop of Utah for the Episcopal Church. The church has a long-standing history of working with charitable organizations and helping the homeless. She joins Boyd to discuss her new role and some of the important work being done by the Diocese of Utah.
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President Biden is meeting with Brazilian President Lula today in Washington D.C. The visit comes about a month after an insurrection at all 3 branches of government buildings in Brazil. What's on the agenda? ABC News Correspondent Em Nguyen breaks down where these leaders are on the same page and where they differ.
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The Pentagon has announced it shot down an unidentified object over Alaska today. The object was significantly smaller than the Chinese spy balloon we took out last week and has no known origins yet. Boyd breaks down what we know so far.
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Over the last few days, we've seen politicians weaponize words instead of have crucial conversations about important issues. Boyd looks at what our politicians have been saying and breaks down what conversations we should be having instead.
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This week, all members of Congress have been attending classified briefings on the Chinese spy balloon... and the Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman testified on US-China relations before the Senate Foreign Relations committee. Utah's Senator Mitt Romney is on that committee where he brought up an important, next step question... what's our China strategy? Boyd looks at what's being said and explains why we need a comprehensive strategy.
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"Our resistance has a female face." Those are the words of Ukraine's first lady and a reality for women from Ukraine to Afghanistan and now Iran. In Iran, women have been risking their lives for the freedom of choice. Foreign correspondent for the BBC Suzanne Kianpour joins Boyd to discuss why the protests erupting across the country are different from past revolutions and why Iranian women aren't backing down.
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As President Biden addressed fentanyl deaths during his State of the Union address... Republicans shouted at him to "close the border!" Fentanyl is killing thousands of people every year... but is closing our doors to immigrants the way forward? Or is this an issue of border security? David Bier from the CATO Institute says that most fentanyl is being smuggled in by Americans at legal points of entry.
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The death toll in Turkey and Syria has passed 20,000 and is quickly rising following a devastating earthquake in the region. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah breaks down how Russia's war in Ukraine and civil unrest in Syria among other factors is creating challenges for rescue and relief efforts.
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During President Biden's State of the Union address the House chamber erupted into cheering as Republicans and Democrats voiced their support for Social Security and Medicare. But amidst all of the applause... our lawmakers seem to be missing the bigger picture: these entitlement programs are going bankrupt and costing Americans a fortune. Chris Pope from the Manhattan Institute explains where we're at and what reforms are needed.
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Politicians on the left and the right don't want to touch Social Security or Medicare with a ten-foot pole. But both Republicans and Democrats have weaponized these entitlement programs to demonize the other side... most recently in President Biden's State of the Union address. Boyd condemns the weaponization of words and says we need to start having a real policy discussion.
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Boyd shares advice for being a better, more loving, neighbor.
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US intelligence believes the Chinese spy balloon is part of a broader surveillance program run by the Chinese military, not just in the US, but all around the world. Clearly, privacy and security are some of our biggest issues with China. So where do we go from here? R Street's Brandon Pugh testified to Congress about how we need a comprehensive privacy and security law and greater specifics from the White House to compete with China moving forward. He joins Boyd to discuss what that would look like.
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That's a fact. No Joke. Check it out. Those are just a few of the phrases President Biden used in his State of the Union and other speeches to convince people everything he was saying was true. Glenn Kessler is the editor and chief writer of The Fact Checker at the Washington Post. He breaks down how much of the State of the Union was "no joke" and how much of it was a little less true.
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President Zelenskyy made a surprise visit to the U.K. today where he met with King Charles III and addressed both chambers of parliament. And he had one big request for our friends overseas: fighter jets. The US has said it will not send planes to Ukraine. Boyd looks at how members of parliament are reacting and whether or not Western planes could be part of Ukraine's future.
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Americans don't have much confidence in Democrats OR Republicans to lead the country... that's according to new polling from the public opinion company Schoen Cooperman Research. But where does voters' distrust in Washington stem from? Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research breaks down the numbers and explains why this crisis of trust poses a challenge to both parties going into 2024 and beyond.
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Last night, President Biden declared that the state of the union is strong. His speech was focused on healthcare and the economy as the President pivots to election mode. Boyd says his speech was mostly political, with some genius political moments. But is that the purpose of the State of the Union? Boyd also looks at the Republican response from Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the lack of decorum from members of Congress during the speech.
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Boyd delivers his annual State of the Union address calling on Americans to make kindness the nation's superpower.
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The State of the Union has a long storied history. But in recent years, there's been a lot of research into the impact of applause on the address. Should we get rid of clapping during the speech? What are some ways we can restore the State of the Union to its original purpose? Boyd discusses and breaks down what he thinks should change.
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Across the country, employers are dealing with a tight labor market. But Utah is making some important changes to help boost the economy and fill needs in our own state. How? By loosening occupational licensing requirements. In fact, we're paving the way on occupational licensing reform. Executive Director of the Utah Department of Commerce Margaret Busse breaks down what other states can learn from us.
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President Biden and Speaker McCarthy are still negotiating the debt ceiling. But Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute says there's one thing the President could, should, and is required to have sent Congress to make negotiations easier: his budget proposal. Kevin explains why the President should include spending cuts in his budget proposal and talk through them with Congress.
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A bill addressing safety on dating apps has passed through both chambers of the Utah Legislature. Rep. Angelo Romero sponsored the bill to help save people from fraud, sexual harassment, or assault. KSL NewsRadio reporter Aimee Cobabe joins Inside Sources to break down the details of the bill which is headed to the Governor's desk.
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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will deliver the Republican response to the President's State of the Union address. Delivering the response is no easy task and, historically, has often halted the momentum of rising political stars. Will Governor Sanders be able to defy the odds? GOP Strategist from Arkansas Robert Coon explains what to expect from her tonight and why her experience as a former White House press secretary is a big help.
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Tonight, President Biden will deliver his State of the Union address. It's the biggest, most watched speech the President will give this year. So what should we be listening for? Olivier Knox from the Washington Post explains how the President will address a divided Congress with focus on issues of bipartisanship and what he might say regarding his 2023 agenda.
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Annalee Dinkel understands what it really means to sing in the rain. Annalee is deaf and attending the California Berkley School of Music. Boyd talks about how we can learn to sing when life doesn't go as planned.
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When writing a big speech like the State of the Union, how do you craft your message so it's memorable, focused, and effective? Former Senate Staffer and current principal at Inkling Communications Michael Connolly breaks down the tenants of great speech writing and delivery and shares his advice for President Biden ahead of tomorrow's big address.
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While all eyes are on the Chinese spy balloon, China is currently trying to buy up land and build a corn plant in North Dakota, something the Airforce opposes. Rep. Candice Pierucci has introduced a new bill to restrict foreign entities, like China, from purchasing land in Utah. She joins Boyd to discuss the details of the legislation.
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It feels like show time for President Biden's re-election campaign. During a speech in Philadelphia on Friday, the President and Vice President rallied the crowd at the DNC in what some are calling a "soft launch" of his 2024 campaign. Boyd looks at what his 2024 campaign message could look like.
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In Washington DC, lawmakers are always try to solve the two big immigration issues.... border security and the immigration process... with one fell swoop. But recently, Rep. Abigail Spanberger of Virginia suggested an alternative course of action. Why not decouple the two issues and deal with them separately? Boyd breaks down why this could work and move us forward on immigration.
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Tomorrow, President Biden will deliver the annual State of the Union address. Republicans will be watching for weaknesses to exploit, especially going into 2024. But Democrats will also be eyeing the speech to determine whether President Biden is the future of the party. Chris Stirewalt from The Dispatch explains what The President needs to say and prove to his own party if he wants to have another term.
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Fiscal policy in Washington has created a rift in GOP leadership in the Senate, namely between current Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Rick Scott from Florida. Florida Senator Rick Scott is tired of Leader Mitch McConnell "caving" on the debt limit. The Hill's Alexander Bolton breaks down the divisions that are forming between Senate Republicans and how it would impact negotiations if Speaker McCarthy and President Biden fail to make a deal.
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Over the weekend, the Pentagon finally shot down the Chinese spy balloon that made its way across the entire continental US. Today, the US is scrambling to pick up the pieces that dropped into the ocean to assess China's capabilities. But Boyd points out that China used the balloon to measure America's capabilities and how we might to react to things like a future invasion of Taiwan.
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A 60-year old man in Vermont died this week after a brawl broke out during a middle school basketball game. Boyd compares this to the old Texas Rangers' manager who laughed when his team made a big mistake on the field. Boyd says we should focus more on the individuals than on the wins and losses.
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Various circumstances can result in family members or close loved ones becoming separated in life without a way to find each other. This happens even in today's environment of social media where we are more connected than ever. Troy Dunn has made it his life's mission to reunite lost loved ones. He joins Boyd to discuss his organization The Locator and how he's bringing people back together.
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At a joint press conference with the South Korean Foreign Minister, Secretary Blinken confirmed that the spy balloon was China's and the reason why his trip to Beijing was postponed. Boyd digs into his remarks as well as remarks from the CCP House Select Committee Chairman Mike Gallagher. Plus, he explains why the US should use this moment to exact concessions from China on things like fentanyl.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken has postponed his trip to Beijing after a Chinese spy balloon was found hovering over Montana. Since then, China has come out saying it's a weather balloon AND offered their regrets (which never happens). POLITICO Correspondent Phelim Kine explains why this gives the US the upper hand in the diplomatic channel and how this will impact US-China relations.
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Education was a big issue for voters this past year, and it continues to be a kitchen table issue for families, both in terms of federal and state education policy. So, the Manhattan Institute has released an in depth look at education policy during some of the recent gubernatorial elections. Andy Smarick from the Manhattan Institute breaks down the hot button issues, how they were divided along partisan lines, what worked, and what didn't.
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In recent years, a lot of people have been saying good riddance to an important political tool: the filibuster. But a new report from the Orrin G Hatch Foundation has found that the filibuster is critical if we want to maintain bipartisanship, compromise, and more. Martin Gold is a visiting scholar at the Foundation. He authored the report and joins Boyd to discuss why we should defend the filibuster.
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A new report from the St. Louis Federal Reserve shows that COVID stimulus spending played a huge role in today's inflationary economy. Eric Boehm from Reason joins Inside Sources to explain how much this spending added to the inflationary pressure and why we need a change in fiscal policy rather than just monetary policy if we want to get our economy back on track.
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Today, President Biden and lawmakers gathered for the National Prayer Breakfast. Boyd chats about why prayer is so central to the American identity.
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Is the American dream still alive and well in the United States? While American life is significantly better than other places around the world, Scott Winship from the American Enterprise Institute says there are significant barriers to upward mobility and other challenges that are holding many citizens back. He joins Boyd to discuss what's going on and how our politicians' rhetoric surrounding the American dream is conflicting and confusing.
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There have always been heated fights over congressional committee assignments. But over the last several years, we've witnessed the weaponization of committee assignments. Just today, Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar was removed from her position on the Foreign Affairs committee. James Wallner from R Street breaks down the unintended consequences of making these committees tools for political punishment.
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A new report from the Manhattan Institute says that the makeup of the Democratic party has changed to include more college-educated whites and non-college-educated minorities. But Zach Goldberg from the Manhattan Institute says the former is having a greater influence on the party's agenda and message... sometimes to the detriment of the latter.
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This morning the President and lawmakers gathered for the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington D.C. This annual tradition invites leaders of all stripes to step back from politics and join together in faith and prayer. Boyd looks at the messages shared.
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Last month a group of Senators visited the border, drawing a comparison to the Gang of 8 in 2013. These Senators face some of the same political headwinds to pass an immigration deal as the Gang of 8 did 10 years ago. Plus, Republicans have started their first round of hearings into the Biden Administration's immigration policy at our southern border. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call joins Boyd with the latest updates.
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Yesterday, President Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy met to discuss the debt ceiling. Both came away optimistic, saying it was a good conversation. But where we're headed. We're not headed for economic catastrophe. But what can come out of this meeting when there were no agreements or promises made? Boyd breaks down the negotiations.
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Yesterday, the Federal Reserve announced it was raising interest rates again, this time by a slightly lower quarter of a percentage point. Does this mean the hard part is over, inflation is easing, and we're going to avoid a recession? Jeff Cox, the economics editor for CNBC, joins the show to talk about the implications of this latest rate hike and what to expect in the months ahead.
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Lord Rabbi Jonathan Sacks worried about the arctic frost of loneliness and the heat of division. Boyd chats about a new social covenant that could help heal our society of these ills.
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New polling from Schoen Cooperman Research shows that many Americans and many Republicans see the GOP as the party of chaos for chaos' sake. But are Republican members united behind a disruptive political agenda? Or are there cracks in the coalition? Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research joins Boyd to break down the latest polling data and what it means for Republicans.
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BYU Sports host and former KSL News anchor Dave McCann has had the rare opportunity to interview some of the greatest sports legends to ever compete in our country. These interactions have given Dave invaluable insights and lessons, not just about competition and sports, but about life and the best ways to live it. He joins Boyd to discuss what he's learned throughout his career from the likes of Mike Tyson and Mickey Mantle.
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Over the past few years, China has been increasingly testing America's influence around the world. But 2023 could be the year that changes everything for US-China relations. From warnings of war to high tech industrial battles, The Washington Post's Olivier Knox breaks down the events that could put US-China relations on a new trajectory this year.
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Bipartisanship is often lauded as something essential for progress and lacking in Washington these days. However, there are several areas where bipartisanship remains stronger than ever. But is that necessarily a good thing? Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute explains how bills that have passed with bipartisan support have increased our debt, wasted taxpayer dollars, and even kept us in a 20-year war.
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UN ambassador Nikki Haley is expected to announce a 2024 presidential bid as soon as February 15th. She will be the first Republican to formally challenge Donald Trump's bid. David Drucker of The Dispatch says she's entering the ring now to win hearts in South Carolina, while other potential candidates like Ron DeSantis continue to wait.
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In higher education, there's a certain set of metrics used to rate success at a university. But can we really measure Ivy League Schools and regional universities by the same metrics? The students who attend Harvard and Yale are very different from those who attend Utah Valley University and the University of Utah. UVU President Astrid Tuminez explains how we can capture the real story of student success.
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This afternoon, President Biden will sit down with Speaker Kevin McCarthy to discuss the debt ceiling. Both leaders have flipped and flopped on their debt ceiling position over the years. So will the President negotiate despite promises not to? Will Speaker McCarthy really let America default on its debts? Boyd looks at what both sides are saying and what it means for today's meeting.
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The Fed is showing signs that they will once again raise interest rates next month to combat inflation. This will likely be a smaller rate increase than previous ones, as there are signs that inflation is beginning to ease. Jessica Dickler from CNBC explains how it will impact you and your loans.
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Earlier today, President Biden rejected Ukrainian requests for US fighter jets. But POLITICO is reporting that in route to New York today... the President told reporters he would talk to Zelenskyy. Plus, another report says that Pentagon officials are quietly pushing for F16 fighter jets to go to Ukraine ahead of a springtime offensive. POLITICO's Paul McLeary explains where the administration stands on sending F-16s to Ukraine and what the ramifications would be.
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The domestic violence threat assessment bill has passed the Utah Senate. Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson was there for the bill's passage along with Gabby Petito's family. The Lt. Governor joins Leah and Marty to discuss why she's invested in this bill and what this legislation would do.
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Utah and five other states have signed a proposal to reduce water use of the Colorado River. But California has refused to join the coalition. Amy Haas of the Upper Colorado River Commission joins Inside Sources to break down the details of the proposal and why California isn't on board.
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The temperature along the Wasatch front has been in the single digits for the last few days... which is dangerously cold, especially for the homeless. So this week, Salt Lake set up a warming center. State Homeless Services Coordinator Wayne Niederhauser discusses why this center was built, what the homeless population is in need of right now, and how we can help.
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We're continuing the conversation today on police reform following the death of Tyre Nichols at the hands of 5 Memphis police officers. Many are calling on President Biden to act. Meanwhile Senators are looking to revive police reform talks and pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. But Jillian Snider from R Street Institute says that the federal government and Biden's 2022 executive order don't really have an impact on policing at the state and local level.
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There is an ongoing debate among lawmakers in this country about the security concerns posed by the social media app TikTok. The Chinese owned app has been under intense scrutiny, and some lawmakers have made calls to ban the app nationwide. But Daniel Lyons from AEI and Boston College Law School says such a ban would be unconstitutional because it would violate the first amendment.
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This week the Governor signed the School Choice vouchers bill that passed through the Utah Legislature. But beyond school choice... what are some of the other education bills that lawmakers are proposing on Capitol Hill? House Majority Whip Rep. Jefferson Moss joins Marty and Leah to discuss what's on the table.
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America is mourning the death of Tyre Nichols at the hands of several brutal police officers in Memphis, Tennessee. The traffic cam footage that captured the events leading to his death was released on Friday, and the brutality of the police officers shocked Americans. Jeanetta Williams from the NAACP Salt Lake Branch explains how the black community is responding and how we can promote greater equality in our own communities.
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ACLU Utah and NCL Rights have announced they will file a lawsuit against the new Utah bill banning transgender surgery on minors and limits on hormone treatments. KSL NewsRadio Reporter Lindsay Aerts joins Taylor and Maura to discuss what they're arguing. Plus, last week the usually overlooked Wasatch Front Regional Council meeting drew hundreds of people in protest. They were protesting against the proposed Gondola project in Little Cottonwood Canyon intended to reduce traffic during ski season. Maura and Taylor discuss whether a gondola is a good idea or not.
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Utah House and Senate leaders are preparing to reveal a series of water-related bills during week 3 of the legislative session. Some are aimed at conserving water. Some are aimed at saving the Great Salt Lake. Senate President Stuart Adams joins Maura and Taylor to discuss what's on the table and what the Senate is focusing on this week.
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The recent killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis by 5 police offers has re-energized the national conversation around policing in our country. This has been a long ongoing debate, with no federal reform passing in Congress. So, the question is, where do we go from here? Chris Burbank from the Center for Policy Equity explains what we can do to address some of the systemic problems in law enforcement.
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This Thursday, Congress and the President will gather for the annual National Prayer Breakfast. The the event is going to look a lot different than years past. One Senator says Congress is taking it back to its roots. So, what will it look like? Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News breaks down the history of the National Prayer Breakfast and how recent scandals may have led to some of this year's changes.
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The Utah State Senate has passed a slightly altered version of the new Utah State Flag. The new design has caused division among lawmakers on the Hill. So, what makes a good flag design? DeVaughn Simper is a vexillologist at the Colonial Flag Foundation, and he joins Inside Sources to share the elements of good flag design and give his analysis of the new Utah state flag.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel today amid rising tensions in the region. Violence between Israel and Palestine has been escalation. And Israel's new government is proposing sweeping changes to the country's judicial system sparking protests. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah breaks down what's going on in the Middle East and how Secretary Blinken can navigate the tense environment.
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It's water week at the Utah Legislature. Water is at the top of the agenda, and there are many critical bills being proposed that could determine the future of Utah's water security and infrastructure. House Majority Leader Rep. Mike Schultz breaks down what's on the House's agenda particularly when it comes to conservation and the Great Salt Lake.
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Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day, marking 78 years since the Soviet Army liberated Auschwitz. The Holocaust is obviously a difficult event to remember and contend with, but it's also vitally important that we never forget what happened. Rabbi Avremi Zippel explains how we can honor this day and promote awareness among our community.
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Ryan Starks was named the new executive director of the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity. His appointment comes as Utah and the nation face a series of economic headwinds and a looming recession. Ryan joins Inside Sources to discuss how he plans to steer the economic ship and bring jobs in while the economy struggles against inflation.
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There's a lot of news on the legal front today... 5 Memphis cops have been charged with the death of a black motorist... the DOJ has arrested 3 men in connection with a plot to assassinate a US-Iranian journalist.... and the body cam video capturing the attack on Paul Pelosi has been released. KSL's Legal Analyst Greg Skordas gives an overview of all these cases.
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Just last week, the US hit its $31 trillion dollar debt ceiling. But while Democrats and Republicans in DC argue about whether or not to raise the debt limit... how did we get here? How did we amass trillions and trillions of dollars in debt at the national level? Marc Goldwein from the Committee for a Responsible Budget says the left and the right are both responsible for the tax cuts and spending increases that got us here.
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The School Choice Scholarship Bill is headed to the Governor's desk after passing through both chambers in the Utah Legislature. Speaker Brad Wilson tells Marty why the bill's component that gives teacher salaries a boost was so important to leadership. Plus, he previews what's to come with tax cuts and water in the House.
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Utah is having its best winter in nearly 20 years... that's what the headlines say. But Utah is still one of the driest states in the nation. So how will all of this snowfall impact our lakes and long-term drought? Gene Shawcroft from the Colorado River Authority joins Marty to discuss our current water situation.
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The new AI programmed tech tool, ChatGPT, is making waves among the education community. The revolutionary technology can write on almost any subject in any style, often quite well. Rick Hess from the American Enterprise Institute breaks down how this technology is impacting the classroom.
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As promised... newly elected Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy is opening up the legislative process. Yesterday, DC lawmakers debated more than 140 amendments to a bill on the floor of the House for the first time in 7 years. And Democrats and Republicans are cheering. Rep. John Curtis explains why opening up the amendment process allows representatives to be representatives again.
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Meta has decided to reinstate former President Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts. The decision could give Trump a major fundraising boost for his 2024 campaign. But how could this impact the fundraising ecosystem in Utah? Leah and Scott discuss.
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President Biden is potentially just a few short weeks away from announcing his reelection bid. Meanwhile, the US has just agreed to send tanks to Ukraine... further entrenching us in a war that has no end in sight. But some aides and Democrats are worried a lack of progress in the war could hurt the President's reelection chances. Alexander Ward from POLITICO explains what's at stake and what the President has to manage politically and militarily over the next 2 years.
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Attempts to reform our elections and change rules never seem to be coming from a place of good faith, rather a place of partisanship. So, as the US Congress gets back to work, and state legislatures are in session, what should we be thinking about this year when it comes to election reform? Ryan Williamson from the R Street Institute joins the show to discuss the genuine issues that need reform.
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The US economy closed out 2022 doing better than expected... according to the recent 4th quarter economic numbers. But many economists are still worried about a possible recession this year. Senior VP at Zion's Bank Robert Spendlove breaks down the numbers and explains what they signal about inflation, a recession, and what to expect from the Federal Reserve in the coming months.
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The 2023 legislative session continues to heat up with many bills and proposals being discussed in committees and debated on the floor. KSL NewsRadio Reporter Lindsay Aerts breaks down everything you need to know about the school choice bill, the transgender related bills, the Halloween resolution, and more.
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An interesting clash between government and big business is coming after the DOJ announced that it's bringing a lawsuit against Google. The basis of the lawsuit relates to Google abusing its power over the digital advertising space. James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity gives an overview of the case and breaks down why it's hard to prove that Google is a monopoly.
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If there's one thing being talked about at the Utah Legislature today, it's water. And several democratic lawmakers have introduced new bills to help address the problem of our shrinking Great Salt Lake. Zachary Frankel from the Utah Rivers Council breaks down what's in these bills and why they're important.
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Young voters. They're not just turning out to vote, but they seem to have mastered the art of the follow up question. We voted for you, so will you do what you promised? For evidence of this, look no further than the Taylor Swift fans AKA the Swifties. They've gotten lawmakers to respond with a hearing after Ticketmaster crashed in mid-November. Caroline Anders from the Washington Post explains what this reveals about young voters.
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Should Halloween be permanently celebrated on Friday? A new resolution making its way through the legislative session would designate Friday as the permanent date for celebrating Halloween. The goal is to avoid those awkward years where the holiday falls on a Sunday or a weekday and parents are split on when to send their kids out trick-or-treating. Maura and Taylor debate whether or not this is a good idea.
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During this legislative session, water is on the mind of Utahns, and there are many proposals on the table to conserve water and improve the Great Salt Lake. Speaker Brad Wilson joins Maura and Taylor to outline the discussions happening around water and give an update on week two of the legislative session.
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After Ticketmaster crashed in November following an unprecedented demand for Taylor Swift concert tickets, the US Senate held a hearing this week looking at the lack of competition in the ticket sales industry. Sal Nuzzo from the James Madison Institute testified at the hearing. He tells Inside Sources why Ticketmaster is in hot water, why it's being accused of being a monopoly, and what policy options are on the table.
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The Bee's Baseball stadium is leaving Salt Lake City and going to Daybreak... and it's leaving its former home looking much the way it did 3 decades ago. Jay Evensen from the Deseret News explains why former SLC Mayor Corradini's vision for the area was never realized, what it takes to foster community development, and the value of a baseball stadium.
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Ahead of the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and in a major shift to NATO policy, the US and Germany are sending tanks to Ukraine to help with the war effort. Dan Lamothe from the Washington Post provides the latest updates on this weapons transfer and explains how it could impact the fate of the war.
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The Utah Education Association and the NEA have been publicly discussing a potential initiative to undo the School Choice Scholarship bill. Maura and Taylor explain the initiative process and whether or not they think such an initiative could be successful. Plus, they explain why the bill would be referendum proof if it passes in the Senate with 20 or more votes.
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The School Choice Scholarship Bill, HB215, is one step closer to passing after going through several rounds of voting in the Utah Senate. Tomorrow it'll go through its final round of voting before it goes to the Governor's desk. Senate Sponsor of the bill Kirk Cullimore joins the show to discuss the bill, why it's coupled with teacher's salaries, and what comes next.
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Tax season has finally begun... and many Americans have started receiving their W-2s in the mail. But it's also the first "post-pandemic" tax season... and taxpayers can expect a lot of changes and a lot of delays this year. Garrett Watson from the Tax Foundation says a lot of pandemic era tax changes are going away. Plus, he explains why Americans can expect a lot of delays from the IRS and calls for a simpler tax code.
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The Utah legislature is working on solutions to a variety of problems facing the state. But how can the government and the Utah business community work together to solve them? Derek Miller from the Salt Lake Chamber explains how Utah has a series of shortages from water to labor that require unity from government and business to find solutions.
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The White House is bringing in a new chief of staff: Jeff Zients. He's known as a great manager, a Mr. Fix it. But the Biden administration has a lot of problems on its hands from the classified documents scandal, Ukraine, House investigations, high inflation, and more. Can he navigate the choppy waters and help bring the President's approval rating back up? Adam Cancryn from POLITICO explains what Jeff brings to the table and what it means to be chief of staff.
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It's week two of the 2023 Legislative Session... and there is a lot on lawmakers' agenda. Utah Senate Majority Leader Evan Vickers joins Derek and Leah to discuss what Utahns can expect from lawmakers this week and what bills we should be paying attention to.
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Who leaked the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision last year? An internal investigation by the High Court has failed to find out. Last year, the Supreme Court opted for an internal investigation rather than involving the Justice Department. But was that a mistake? KSL's Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the problems with the investigation and what he expects going forward.
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When Republicans took back the House this year... they promised to balance the budget in a decade. But is this lofty goal as attainable as it seems? Probably not. And this current debt ceiling fight isn't the first time Republicans have promised big spending cuts, threatened a default, and then gone back to business as usual. Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute explains the GOP's spending and backlash cycle and offers a path forward for fiscal conservatives.
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Classified documents continue to pop up in President Biden's residences. And now, former Vice President Mike Pence has found classified documents in his Indiana Home. All of this comes on the heels of classified docs found at Donald Trump's Mar-a-lago. Sarah Isgur from The Dispatch breaks down what questions we should be asking and why all these cases makes it difficult to prosecute any of these public figures.
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A bill that boosts teachers' salaries and gives funding to parents for more school choice is in the hands of the Utah State Senate. The legislation has faced a lot of criticism from the public school system. Rep. Candice Pierucci sponsored the bill, and she joins Leah and Derek to discuss why this bill will benefit kids and their parents.
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Got eggs? If you've made a trip to the grocery store recently, you may have noticed that egg prices have skyrocketed OR that egg shelves are completely empty. If you have, you're not alone. Expensive eggs have turned into a nationwide crisis. Alex Stone from ABC joins the show to discuss the reasons behind the higher prices and how eggs are now being smuggled across the southern border.
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Ex-cons face a variety of barriers when trying to re-enter the workforce. Some of those barriers include strict occupational licensing requirements, housing laws, and more. Ben Shelton from the Libertas Institute breaks down the obstacles and explains how we can better support ex-cons attempting to rejoin society.
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The pace of this year's legislative session is blowing Utahns away. Bills are moving quickly through the session... including a bill linking school choice with a raise in teachers' salaries. The School Choice Scholarship bill has passed the House 54-20. Utah Speaker of the House Brad Wilson explains why he supports school choice and breaks down the next steps for this legislation.
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Guest host: Greg Skordas
The pentagon is sending a $2.5 billion weapons package to Ukraine. This is just one of the ways the US is stepping up to help Ukraine in its war with Russia. But that's not all. The Director of our CIA has traveled to Ukraine to meet with the president Volodymyr Zelensky. John Hudson, a national security reporter at the Washington Post explains what happened during that meeting and how this war may progress in the Spring.
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The Utah Senate has passed 3 transgender related bills today. These bills will now go to the House for consideration. But if passed by the House... could they open the door for lawsuits against the state? Greg provides his legal analysis.
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Actor Alec Baldwin has been charged with 2 counts of involuntary manslaughter after the fatal shooting of a cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, on a movie set in New Mexico. Greg explains why he's being charged twice when there was only one death and how this trial might play out.
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Labor Secretary Marty Walsh back in October issued a warning of an economic catastrophe if lawmakers didn't come to a comprehensive, bipartisan agreement on immigration. But could his own Labor Department be to blame for our current labor shortage? Chris Richardson, former U.S. diplomat and expert on immigration policy talks about how the Labor Department can expedite its own legal immigration process.
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Last night our Governor gave his annual "State of the state" address to the Utah legislature. But many of his remarks were not directed at the lawmakers gathered in the chamber, but rather to the young people gathered there and throughout the state. Greg breaks down what his message was and why it matters.
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It's day 3 of Utah's 2023 Legislative Session. Taylor and Leah go over what bills and debates are standing out to them so far.
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It's no secret that social media is harmful to youth and their mental health. But is it time to start treating Big Tech like Big Tobacco for its association with many of the medical problems we're seeing in teens today? Brad Wilcox from the American Enterprise Institute breaks down the research on social media's effect on youth and explains why he believes legislation is necessary.
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Two states... Nevada and Ohio... have embraced occupational licensing reform to make it easier for people to work in their states. In recent years Utah has also taken steps to reform occupational licensing. But where does Utah stand now? Shoshana Weissmann from the R Street Institute breaks down where we are and whether these reforms in Nevada and Ohio are worth replicating in the Beehive State.
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While the global economist elitists gather in the Swiss Alps for the World Economic Forum to discuss climate change... a speech by a Russian-British satirist about the climate and woke culture is going viral. During a debate at the Oxford Union Society, Konstantin Kisin says that innovation, not victimhood and complaining, will solve our climate change problems. Leah and Taylor give their analysis of his speech.
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Health care costs have been skyrocketing and creating problems for people across the country for years. One reason for this is because hospital systems have been going through mergers and consolidations for decades. Barak Richman from Duke University says we need more antitrust strategies and more competition if we want to drive down costs.
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In a country that is as polarized as we are, some public forums such as school board and city council meetings have become heated battlegrounds between citizens and elected leaders. And social media tends to amplify these standoffs. Karin Brulliard from the Washington Post breaks down what's going on and the arguments for and against restrictions on public speech.
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Utah's school choice scholarship bill will be heard in a hearing on Capitol Hill today. It will be linked to another bill that boosts teacher salaries. But should these two bills be decoupled? The Utah Education Association thinks so. UAE President Renee Pinkney explains why she believes these vouchers are taking money away from public schools and shares her message for lawmakers.
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Today, the US hit its debt ceiling. The Treasury has announed they're going to take steps so the country can keep paying its bill until June. But the issue has brought up the issue of our $31 trillion national debt once again. Taylor and Leah discuss what needs to happen for us to reign in our national debt and why politicans are focused on the wrong issues.
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Guest hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan
Many feel distanced from the legislative process. But as the 2023 Utah Legislative Session unfolds... how can Utahns get involved and make a difference? Utah's Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson joins Inside Sources to share her tips for participating in this year's legislative session and advocating for the changes you want to see.
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Guest hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan
The most influential role in the Utah legislature is not what you think. It's not the Senate President or the House Speaker, but the General Counsel. And the Utah Legislature has just elected a new General Counsel, Victoria Ashby. Taylor and Mara discuss who the General Counsel is and why that role is so important.
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Big changes could be coming to our education system, as a new program is catching educators off-guard. The program is called Chat GPT, it's a search tool that uses AI in its programming, and it's free to use for everyone. Lexi Lonas from The Hill breaks down this program has teachers concerned about cheating and other learning problems.
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It's been a busy few days at the Utah State Capitol. But amid all the pomp and circumstance that surrounds the Legislative Session... there are a lot of important policies and bills being drafted that you... as a voter... should be aware of. Taylor Morgan and Maura Carabello break down what they have their eyes on this year.
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There's a lot of noise coming out of Capitol Hill today... so what should Utahns be paying attention to when it comes to the 2023 Legislative session? KSL NewsRadio reporter Lindsay Aerts joins Taylor and Maura in the studio to discuss the latest updates and what bills to watch.
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Utah's Capitol is buzzing with lawmakers as Day 2 of the 2023 legislative session is underway. Amidst the thousands of bills being introduced... Senate Minority Leader Luz Escamilla has announced a new council to help address food security in Utah. She explains what the council's goals are as well as why Democrats have made slashing the food sales tax one of their top priorities.
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The US is running up against the debt ceiling with a deadline tomorrow. Republicans and Democrats have not come to an agreement to raise the debt ceiling yet. But, the US has never defaulted on its debt before... so, should we be worried? Caitlin Emma from POLITICO breaks down why Democrats don't want to negotiate spending cuts with Republicans and what to expect in the coming months as this fight continues.
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When news broke that President Biden had classified documents in his garage and was cooperating with law enforcement, this seemed like an easy opportunity for crisis management. But Maura and Taylor discuss why they think President Biden's communications team dropped the ball and created a scandal where there was none.
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Boyd chats with KSL NewsRadio reporter Lindsay Aerts about some of the bills she's watching on Capitol Hill. Plus Boyd explains how and why you should get involved with the legislative process.
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China is under the microscope as Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepares for his diplomatic visit next month. Phelim Kine from POLITICO breaks down what's on the agenda and what this visit means for US-China ties.
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President Biden wants lawmakers to raise the debt limit without conditions. But Republicans in the House have said they will not raise the debt limit unless they get some spending cuts. Boyd says if you want change, if you want to balance the budget, you have to demand it. He also explains why you shouldn't believe the false prophets professing that we're going to default on our debts.
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The 2023 Utah Legislative session kicked off today with an unprecedented beginning. President of the University of Utah Taylor Randall opened the session. Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute joins Boyd to discuss President Randall's unique role today, how Utahns can get involved, what's going on behind the scenes, and sustaining Utah's excellence.
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Parents are beginning to rethink their work and family life balance after the pandemic. And they're leaving businesses where employers don't accommodate their childcare needs. Patrick Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Institute explains what family-friendly policies should be implemented so businesses can compete for workers.
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Here at the State Capitol, the 2023 Utah legislative session is now underway, and our local lawmakers have begun tackling the Beehive State's biggest issues. Utah Senate President Stuart Adams breaks down Republicans' top priorities.
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Huddled in the Swiss Alps this week is the world's economic elite. They're gathered for the World Economic Forum to discuss climate change, war in Ukraine, and more. Mikes Hansen of WTC Utah breaks down what's happening and says the real work to solve these problems is happening in local governments around the country.
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Classified documents have now been found in both a closet at Mar-a-lago and a garage in Delaware. And while Democrats and Republicans in the halls of power debate whether President Biden or President Trump are the most irresponsible... J.D. Tuccille from Reason says the real divide isn’t between left and right but the powerful at the top and the rest of us.
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As we reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this weekend, it is important to remember that it's not enough to merely talk about him and other civil rights leaders. We must start acting like them. Boyd talks about the actions and attitudes we can adopt to carry forward Dr. King's legacy.
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More and more Americans are leaving some states and moving into others. The reason why may have to do with your state's tax policies. Janelle Fritts is a policy analyst with the Tax Foundation's Center for State Tax Policy and joins the show to break down this situation.
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"Make a career of humanity. Commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in." Those were the words of Dr. Martin Luther King when he addressed the Youth March for Integrated Schools in Washington D.C. Truly noble words, but how can one "Make a career of humanity"? Dr. David Bobb, President of the Bill of Rights institute talks about the "My Impact Challenge" and how it helps engage young people across the country through service.
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Our country has never defaulted on its debt. The government has no intention of breaking that record. The U.S. treasury department just announced that "extraordinary measures" would be taken to prevent the government from breaching our debt ceiling, as our national debt continues to climb and climb. What are these measures going to be? And what does Congress need to do to avoid a fiscal nightmare scenario...
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The White House hosted Japanese prime minister Fumio Kishida today. Security was at the top of the agenda, as both nations seek to strengthen ties with each other amid a more assertive China, and a militant North Korea. Japan is increasing its own military capabilities after decades of restraint. Josh Rogin from the Washington Post gives his insight into the changing strategy towards national defense, and the deepening commitment between the United States and Japan to maintain peace in the Pacific region.
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This holiday weekend, it is well worth our time to reflect on the man that this holiday honors: Martin Luther King. His impact cannot be overstated, affecting so many aspects of American life. And his legacy lives on through us as we strive to treat our fellow man with respect, and bring about his vision of a country that lives up to its ideals of fairness and equality.
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When it comes to our youth, mental health is an ongoing essential discussion, particularly when it comes to social media. Our local government is very aware of this issue, and actively participates in the discussion. This past Tuesday, Governor Cox held a symposium specifically relating to mental health among our youth and social media. The governor joins the show to talk about this symposium, and how government can support families in maintaining our youths' mental health.
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Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed a special counsel to investigate whether President Biden mishandled classified documents found in his garage and office. In the week before this announcement, Republicans heated the water around Biden by comparing his documents to the 320 files found in an FBI raid at Mar-a-Lago. Do these responses help or hurt public trust in the Department of Justice?
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Entitlement reform has long been a "don't go there" issue in our politics, but not talking about this issue may be a luxury we can no longer afford. This year is sure to have debate on the issue, and discussion held on whether or not we can change our entitlement structure to be more sustainable, or if we should change anything at all. What is the best way forward when it comes to entitlements? Jim Capretta from the American Enterprise Institute joins the show to discuss the problems and solutions regarding this sticky issue.
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The recent Speaker election in the House gave the American people a closer view of Congress, and has re-ignited an old debate: Should C-SPAN have more control over what their cameras show? Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute discusses whether or not lawmakers really want this change, and the pros and cons of implementing this policy.
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One of the major economic battles of our interconnected world has to do with the production of semiconductor chips. Last year, when passing the CHIPS act, major subsidies were added to increase our domestic production of semiconductors. Many lawmakers supported this move as a way to counter China's own subsidized chip production. But signs coming out of China show that their subsidies to produce these chips is not having the intended effect. Eric Boehm from Reason Magazine talks about the pitfalls with subsidized production of these products and warn that America should heed the warning signs and not follow in China's footsteps.
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If you look beyond the headlines at the recent election of Kevin McCarthy to House Speaker, there are signs of real improvements that can be made to the way the House operates: If legislators are willing to commit to them. Yuval Levin from the American Enterprises Institute joins us to give us his insights about the Speaker election, and the positive changes that Congress should embrace.
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The Salt Lake Chamber and Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute's Utah Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit was held today, focusing on the future of economic growth in our state. Arthur Brooks, a Bestselling author, Harvard professor, and social scientist, spoke at the conference and joined us to talk about Utah's economic future. He also spoke about his area of expertise, optimizing happiness in our organizations and ourselves.
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The 118th Congress is divided. But, in a gridlocked Congress, are there any areas where lawmakers from both parties can come together to get things done? The American Enterprise Institute is launching a new initiative to find opportunities for lawmakers across the political spectrum to come together. Scott Winship from AEI joins Boyd to discuss the "American Dream Initiative" and what their goals are.
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After last week's speaker election, Republicans' first order of business was to repeal funding for the IRS. While it's unlikely that Democrats in the Senate will get on board with this... it does raise the question: is there a better way to focus our spending when it comes to the IRS? Rep. Blake Moore has thousands of IRS employees in his district. He breaks down what they need. Plus, he chats about his new position on the House Ways and Means Committee.
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Excellence and the pursuit of excellence has become something of a dying art in today's world. But there are still many great leaders, artists, athletes, and regular Americans who give it their all each and every day. Dave McCann chats about his discussion with Basketball star Jimmer Fredette and why he's an example of someone who pursues excellence.
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A few years ago, public school was the number one option for education. Parents didn't even have to think twice about enrolling their kids in their local public school. But the pandemic changed the way parents think about their education options. Christine Cooke Fairbanks from the Sutherland Institute explains why parents are pulling their kids out of public school and why legislators should pursue policy that supports school choice.
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Ukrainian troops are coming to Oklahoma. Why? To learn how to use the Patriot missile defense system that the US and Germany have pledged to provide. Dan Lamothe from the Washington Post explains how this will help the war effort and deepens our ties with Ukraine.
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Since the COVID-19 pandemic struck in 2020, religion in America has changed. Attendance declined, faith identification changed, and the age gap widened. Dan Cox from the Survey Center on American Life joins Boyd to discuss the latest data and what it means for faith in America.
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In our busy day to day lives, we often think of taking a break as "recharging our batteries". Boyd reframes that line of thinking, introducing the concept of "Sacred Idleness".
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5 years ago... when President Nelson took up the mantle to become the next prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints... he had a long list of skeptics. Many expected his presidency to be uneventful and a continuation of the status quo. But the last 5 years have been anything but that. Sarah Weaver from the Church News breaks down what has changed over his presidency.
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Earlier today, Congressman Chip Roy joined Boyd to discuss the negotiations that went on behind the scenes during the House Speaker election. Boyd looks at some of the important principles mentioned by Rep. Roy on why these rules changes were so important for lawmakers on the left and the right.
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Many employees sign non-compete agreements when they take a new job. But are these agreements an element of the free market or a market failure? President of the R Street Institute Eli Lehrer explains how non-competes are a roadblock for entrepreneurs, employees who want higher wages, and innovation. Plus, he explains what kind of legislation is needed to fix the problem.
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As Utah continues to grow, businesses large and small rely on an increasing number of foreign workers to help our economy scale and accommodate the growth. But a recent announcement from the U.S. Immigration Services office is planning to double, or even triple, certain immigration fees. Natalie El-Deiry from the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity explains how this will impact Utah businesses and families.
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During last week's speaker election in the House, Representative Chip Roy of Texas was one of the key negotiators from the House Freedom Caucus who worked to get concessions from Speaker McCarthy and rules changes in the House. Congressman Roy joins Boyd to discuss what happened during the negotiations and what comes next.
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Throughout the pandemic, we all had to put our faith and trust in the nation's healthcare workers. But at the end of 2022 and now in 2023, we're seeing nurses strike all over the country, most recently at 2 major hospitals in New York City. Jacob Bogage from the Washington Post explains what's going on and whether or not this is a sign of things to come.
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Some say that trade and migration are America's biggest issues to tackle with Mexico. But as President Biden meets with the Presidents of Mexico and Canada this week... there's a bigger problem impacting hundreds of thousands of American lives that the US needs Mexico's help with: fentanyl. Boyd says if nothing changes when it comes to fentanyl after this meeting, then it's all window dressing.
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Today, the House will vote on a series of rules changes. Boyd looks at what some of these rules changes are and how they'll impact the House.
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Over the weekend, Thousands of rioters stormed the legislative, judicial, and executive branch buildings.... in Brazil. The news comes as the US reflects on 2 years since protesters rushed the US Capitol on January 6th. Valentina Sader from the Atlantic Council joins Inside Sources to discuss the state of democracy in Brazil.
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President Biden has begun crafting his message to voters for 2024. What's his pitch? To find out... voters don't have to look any farther than Kentucky and El Paso. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post explains what the President was doing in these two places, what message he's trying to send to voters, and what can be learned from former presidents who went through tough midterm elections.
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A Speaker of the House has at last been elected... and lawmakers can finally start tackling their legislative priorities. But before they can do that, they must pass a rules package. Many have criticized newly elected Speaker Kevin McCarthy for making concessions that weaken the power of the Speaker. But James Wallner from the R Street Institute says these changes would be good for lawmakers, empowering them to work on behalf of the American people.
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What states have the best universities and the best degrees with the greatest return on investment? Those are the questions you should be asking when sending your kids off to college. And now a new report has the answers. The Foundation for Research and Equal Opportunity has ranked all 50 states' public university systems. Preston Cooper from FREOPP breaks down the results.
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The 118th Congress has a hefty to do list. But with high inflation and a growing national debt, it's critical that lawmakers start crafting a fiscal agenda now that will address some of these problems. Romina Boccia from the CATO Institute gives a list of fiscal to-dos for the new Congress including banning earmarks and reforming entitlement programs.
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President Joe Biden arrived in Mexico today to meet with Mexican President Lopez Obrador. Immigration, drug trafficking, and trade deals are just a few of the items on the agenda. But inside Mexico, democracy is in disarray as President Obrador proposes massive electoral changes. Samuel Benson of the Deseret News joins Boyd from Mexico to discuss the dynamics at play and how they could impact the meeting between these two world leaders.
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On the 2nd anniversary of January 6th, Boyd gives listeners reasons to have hope in our nation's future.
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After Kevin McCarthy failed to secure the speakership in the 13th round of voting, the House has adjourned and will reconvene at 10pm tonight. Congressman John Curtis joins Boyd to discuss what conversations are happening between Republicans, the negotiations being made, and what we can possibly expect as the House moves forward with voting.
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Amidst all the drama going on Capitol Hill, President Biden is finally going to the border. Ahead of his trip this Sunday... the President and Secretary Mayorkas announced plans and changes to the administration's immigration policy. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call breaks down what was said and how it leads into Sunday's visit.
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The jobs report for December 2022 is out.. and things look better than expected. But what does the strong jobs market mean for inflation, the economy, and the Federal Reserve? Jeff Cox from CNBC joins Inside Sources to break down the latest numbers.
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Working-class lawmakers moving to our nation's capital are complaining about D.C.'s expensive housing. Many of these new members will now be raking in a 6-figure salary. But for citizens making less, housing continues to be unaffordable. Christian Britschgi from Reason breaks down how Congress has the power to make the city more affordable and offers possible solutions, including eliminating zoning restrictions.
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After working to facilitate conversations between Israelis and Palestinians... one rabbi is applying what she learned from that conflict to the US' partisan divides. Melissa Weintraub joins Boyd to discuss her organization Resetting the Table and how she's working to bridge divides among Americans.
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The race for House Speaker continues to heat up in Washington DC. David Drucker from the Washington Examiner is at the US Capitol today. He joins Inside Sources with the latest updates and his insights. He also discusses his move from the Washington Examiner to The Dispatch.
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Many are criticizing Kevin McCarthy for making concessions that would weaken the position of speaker. But could these concessions actually be a good thing? Boyd says many lawmakers on the left and the right are silently cheering for these concessions because it would allow them to be representatives again.
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This Sunday, Congregation Kol Ami will host a panel discussion on the new Israeli government and the future of Israeli politics. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah is one of the panelists. He joins Inside Sources to give his perspective on Israeli Prime Minister's Benjamin Netanyahu's newly formed government. The public is invited to attend the discussion at Congregation Kol Ami, 2425 East Heritage Way, Salt Lake City, Utah 84109.
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In the medical profession, men and women have to reconcile themselves with the cycle of life and death. They experience great triumph and relief as a patient recovers and tragedy and sadness as not every patient can be saved. Cardiac anesthesiologist Dr. David Alfery joins Boyd to discuss what he learned about life from his patients as written in his new book, "Saving Grace: What Patients Teach Their Doctors About Life, Death, and the Balance in Between."
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In a fiery speech during the 9th round of voting for House Speaker, Rep. Matt Rosendale of Montana expressed his frustration with how much power the Speaker has consolidated. Boyd looks at what he had to say and why more lawmakers should be concerned.
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The battle for Speaker of the House continues to drag on. The fight seems to be all about who should lead Republicans in the House... Kevin McCarthy or someone else. But by focusing on the "who"... we may be missing the bigger issue: the dominating power of the Speaker. Frank DeVito from the Napa Legal Institute explains why we need to reign in the power of the Speaker.
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Senator Ben Sasse from Nebraska is retiring from the US Senate, and he has some important final words for his colleagues in the Senate and the American people. In a passionate speech on the Senate floor, Senator Sasse gave Americans 3 reasons to hope for the future, advice for fixing the Senate, and getting our nation back on the right track.
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The US is facing a mental health crisis, which the pandemic accelerated. Congressman Chris Stewart, who has done a lot of work for mental health including the recent 988 Suicide Hotline bill, is co-sponsoring a bipartisan bill targeting online suicide assistance forums. He joins Boyd to discuss how it aims to hold Big Tech accountable for hosting these forums as well as make the authors criminally accountable.
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Last night, the House floor erupted in boisterous boos and yays. But not for the next Speaker of the House. Lawmakers were responding to a vote for the House to adjourn after several rounds of voting for the next Speaker. Boyd breaks down why the voting has to continue, what to expect in the coming hours and days, and why this isn't as dramatic as it seems.
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Ben Sasse is saying farewell to the U.S. Senate. Boyd breaks down part of his farewell speech.
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The Supreme Court is set to rule on a race-based admissions case this year. But another admissions practice that is causing major problems universities and their credibility is payoff-based admissions where the wealthy can essentially buy their kids' admission into elite colleges. Rick Hess from the American Enterprise Institute explains how it works, how the public pays for it, and why it should end.
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Turkey has been an important NATO member when it comes to geopolitics and is poised to only grow in power and prominence as the world becomes increasingly connected. More importantly... it's begun strengthening its ties with Russia. US Ambassador to Turkey Jeff Flake joins Boyd to discuss how the war in Ukraine is impacting this region, how the US perceives Turkey, why they're closely watching our elections, and more.
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Tomorrow, the former pope, Pope Benedict XVI, will be laid to rest at the Vatican. What was his impact on the church? And what will his death mean for the faith and Pope Francis moving forward? Chico Harlan, Rome Bureau Chief for the Washington Post, joins Boyd to discuss his life, legacy, and the challenges ahead.
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Pundits and politicians are criticizing Republicans for their failure to nominate a House Speaker. Kevin McCarthy's bid continues to fail after several rounds of voting. But is this really a failure by lawmakers? Or is this part of a healthy process? Boyd gives his analysis of what's happening on the House floor and what it means to Americans.
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Political positioning for the 2024 presidential election is heating up as we close out 2022 and begin the New Year. Who's well positioned? And who's sitting on the bench? Bill Scher from POLITICO Magazine and the DMZ podcast breaks down the frontrunners and the biggest losers after 2022.
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Prayer in the public square is often frowned upon... and often found at the center of Supreme Court cases. But last night... prayer made its way into the NFL square after Bills player Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest. Players, coaches, and people across the country joined in prayer. Boyd chats about the importance of permitting prayer in public spaces... because sometimes it's the last place people have to turn to.
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Thousands of holiday travelers found themselves stranded when Southwest Airlines canceled flights during the massive blizzard last week. Now... critics are calling for a crackdown on antitrust. But Robert Poole from the Reason Foundation says that regulation is not the solution, and the market will correct itself.
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The middle class is fleeing states like California and going to places like Utah. Why are they leaving? Steve Malenga from the Manhattan Institute joins Inside Sources to discuss why the middle-class is leaving states that tax the rich and enforce strict regulations creating high costs for everyone who lives there.
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Kevin McCarthy's bid for speaker of the House went to a second round of voting... marking the first time something like this has happened in close to a century. Why has it taken 100 years for us to have a real leadership contest like this in the House? Boyd says this is a sign of how power has become concentrated in the House and why this could be the solution.
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Pope Benedict XVI Dies at 95. Boyd looks at some of his most memorable words.
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Boyd shares his final thoughts before Christmas.
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Despite numerous educational and work opportunities available... men and boys are falling behind while girls are excelling. Are these men and boys failing on their own? Or are we failing them? Richard Reeves from the Brookings Institution joins Inside Sources to discuss his new book, "Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do about It."
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Keeping kids active AND happy is a challenge for many parents. But Kelly Hull has come up with an idea to help parents do both. Kelly joins Inside Sources to discuss how she left her law career to create a children's toy and book company called Hugalongs which sells a type of modern-day hobby horse to help kids get out and exercise.
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America's immigration system has no shortage of problems. One of our biggest issues is attracting and keeping high-skilled immigrants. Daniel Di Martino from the Manhattan Institute breaks down his new report on how to bring top talent to the US by expanding employment-based visas.
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Today, the Senate passed the $1.7 trillion omnibus package. Now the bill will go to the House for a vote. Senior Staff Writer for The Hill Alexander Bolton joins Boyd to discuss the amendments that made it into the bill, what hurdles lie ahead, and what to expect in the next 24 hours.
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Last night, President Zelenskyy addressed a joint session of Congress... joining the ranks of Winston Churchill and Nelson Mandela... some of the only people to do so. It was his first international trip since Russia invaded Ukraine. Boyd analyzes what he did and did not say to members of Congress.
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Hopes of expanding the Child Tax Credit are fading as Congress prepares to vote for an omnibus spending bill and head home for Christmas. The policy made a serious impact on poverty in the short run. But what is the true cost of the policy for American families... in the long run? Scott Winship from the American Enterprise Institute says the CTC gives parents an incentive not to work in the long term and hurt kids' chances for upward mobility.
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Later today the Senate will vote on a $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill. It's chalk full of earmark spending and legislation unrelated to appropriations. Patrick Hedger from the Taxpayers Protection Alliance explains why we're in this situation, the absurd earmarks included in the bill, and how the bill will impact everyday Americans.
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The U.S. is heading towards a cashless society... but could some people get left behind? While cashless transactions are convenient, minorities and the poor would struggle to participate in the economy. Jay Evensen from the Deseret News joins Inside Sources to discuss the downsides of a cashless society and how we can create a future that includes everyone.
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As we reflect on the year 2022... there was a lot that happened, from Russia's invasion of Ukraine to student loan forgiveness... to the midterm elections. But what did the polls say? What are some of the polling trends of 2022? Zoe Young from Schoen Cooperman Research explains what polls they've been tracking and what they tell us about how the American people are feeling about the country and more.
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The House Republicans have announced a myriad of planned investigations for the New Year... but there's one that has the White House waiting with bated breath: a probe into the Afghanistan pullout. Yasmeen Abutaleb from the Washington Post breaks down what such an investigation would look like, why the Biden administration is worried, and what questions are left to be answered.
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President Zelenskyy is in the U.S. today, meeting with President Biden and then addressing a joint session of Congress. What's the meaning of the trip? What does President Zelenskyy want? And what will he get? Paul McLeary from POLITICO joins Boyd to discuss the weapons that Zelenskyy is asking for, where the war is headed, and what message this sends to Russia.
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The phenomenon of quiet quitting has dominated the headlines. But if you're not working in a toxic environment... is there a way to take control of your situation and make your work life better? Psychotherapist Lesley Alderman joins Inside Sources to discuss how we can quietly thrive at work.
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This holiday season is the perfect time to reach out to friends and loved ones. And it may be good for your health too. Recent research shows that social isolation can increase your risk of getting Alzheimer's. Jeremy Cunningham from the Alzheimer's Association discusses the latest research on this disease and how to avoid it.
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New data coming out shows that Republicans turned out in the 2022 midterms in BIG numbers. And yet... Democrats kept control of the Senate.. and the GOP barely took the House. So did Republicans just not vote for their own party? Sarah Isgur from The Dispatch breaks down the numbers and what they tell us.
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Title 42 isn't going away so soon. The Supreme Court has halted the expiration of the Covid-era immigration policy after 19 states appealed to the High Court. Immigration lawyer and former diplomat Chris Richardson explains why the Supreme Court put the brakes on Title 42 and why Congress needs to do its job to prevent more uncertainty.
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2022 has been a big year for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. From the rededication of the DC temple to humanitarian projects, global ministry tours and more.... the Church has put its shoulder to the wheel to build and serve and grow its reach. Sarah Weaver from the Church News breaks down the highlights from 2022.
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50 years ago, President Lyndon Johnson instituted welfare programs to help get Americans off their feet and back into the economy. But in 2022... are these programs still accomplishing that goal? Maybe not. E.J. Antoni from the Heritage Foundation joins Boyd to discuss a new study which shows that welfare pays... while working in America doesn't.
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As we are all making the final preparations for our Christmas gatherings and celebrations, Congress is also in a flurry of activity...making preparations to pass a 1.7 trillion-dollar omnibus spending bill. The bill is over 4,000 pages long. So, what are the American people getting? Boyd looks at some of the absurd spending and where it's going... including to politicians and their friends.
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Boyd chats about why you should strive to deliver excellence in every aspect of your life.
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President Ronald Reagan is often credited with helping to end the Cold War. In fact, many point to it as his greatest achievement. But how did it happen? What made Reagan different from his predecessors? William Inboden from the Clements Center for National Security at the University of Texas at Austin joins the show to discuss his new book, "The Peacemaker: Ronald Reagan, the Cold War, and the World on the Brink."
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Recently... on the ancient burial grounds of Egyptian royalty... archaeologists in Egypt uncovered a pyramid belonging to a lost Egyptian queen. Former Egyptian Minister of Antiquities and renowned archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass chats with Boyd about this discovery, his work in the field, and why preserving our history is so important.
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Jewish Family Services is celebrating their 150th anniversary... or so they thought. Erin Cox from KSL TV visited with Rochelle Kaplan who studies Utah Jewish history. After some digging... Kaplan discovered that the organization's history began 7 year earlier! Erin Cox joins Boyd to discuss this discovery and why this organization is important to Utah history and the community today.
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Retiring Senator Pat Toomey from Pennsylvania has a message for his successor John Fetterman: don't blow up the filibuster. Senator Toomey has been a stalwart defender of the filibuster during his time in office. James Wallner from the R Street Institute and former staffer for Senator Toomey breaks down Toomey's legacy and why abolishing the filibuster would lead to increased polarization and volatile policy changes.
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The January 6th committee wrapped up its proceedings today and plans to release its report this Wednesday. But the committee has been at odds with the Department of Justice, refusing to hand over transcripts of their interviews. Greg Skordas joins Boyd to discuss why the DOJ wants those transcripts and how this could be the end of the beginning as the DOJ pursues its own investigation into January 6th.
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Boyd shares a story about an ending happening tomorrow and why it matters.
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New, bipartisan legislation has been introduced by some unlikely partners. Senators Elizabeth Warren, Angus King, Mike Braun, and Utah's very own Mike Lee have introduced a bill to reduce wasteful Pentagon spending. The bill is called the "Streamline Pentagon Spending Act." Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd to discuss the bill and how this unique coalition came about.
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We often talk about Christmas this time of year... but our Jewish friends have another major holiday coming up this Sunday: Hanukkah. Rabbi Avremi Zippel joins Inside Sources to discuss the significant meaning behind this holiday and the first lighting of the menorah at the State Capital this weekend.
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This holiday season can be the most wonderful time of the year... but it can also be a very challenging time... not just for adults... but especially for our young people. Many young adults are increasingly experiencing anxiety and depression... issues that snowball during the holidays. Therapist Jenny Howe joins Boyd to discuss the challenges young people face and how we can help.
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This week President Biden hosted leaders and delegations from 49 African countries at a summit in Washington D.C. The President is trying to forge stronger ties with the continent where China and Russia are racing to expand their influence in the region. President Biden also announced his first presidential visit to Africa in 2023. Boyd breaks it all down and why it's significant.
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One of the biggest debacles of 2022 was the baby formula shortage. As part of its plan to get formula on shelves... Congress suspended tariffs on foreign imported products. Now those tariffs are set to snap back into place in January. Catherine Rampell from the Washington Post says this could leave the US vulnerable to future domestic shocks like the Abbott facility shutdown or other supply chain issues.
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A federal judge in Texas is ordering the Biden administration to reinstate the "Remain in Mexico" policy for asylum seekers. The ruling comes after the Supreme Court punted the decision back to the lower court earlier this year. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call breaks down what the courts are saying and says this is another reason why Congress needs to act on immigration.
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Last night... Congress passed the Defense Authorization Act, the NDAA, allocating money for the military. But Congress has yet to pass a funding bill to fund the military let alone the government. We still have a lot of questions about where we're at with spending and a lot of uncertainty about the future. Elaine McCusker from the American Enterprise Institute explains why the appropriations system is broken and how Congress not doing its job is negatively impacting the military.
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Boyd shares his insights on National Bill of Rights Day with some help from David Bobb of the Bill of Rights Institute.
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This week, Ukraine has withstood a bombardment of Russian strikes on its energy infrastructure. 10 months into the war... Ishaan Tharoor from the Washington Post joins Inside Sources to explain how Ukraine has become the world standard for resilience, especially for Taiwan, a country closely watching what's playing out.
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A lot of Christians believe there wasn't anything important that happened after the events of New Testament. But Ancient Christians had a lot of courage, a lot of faith, and some important lessons for modern day Christians today... especially during this Christmas season. Mark Ellison and Jason Combs join Boyd to discuss their new book, "Ancient Christians."
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The World Cup will come to end on Sunday. But one of the great underdog teams, who had an incredible run during the tournament until France eliminated them, was Morocco. And more than half of Morocco's players came from other countries. Eric Boehm from Reason joins Boyd to discuss why this demonstrates a need for more open borders and immigration reform to bring talent to our countries.
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Many religious people would say that going to church is a good thing... but bringing church home may be even better... and have greater benefits... NOT just for your faith. That's according to "A Not-So-Good Faith Estimate" report from BYU. Jason Carroll from the Wheatley Institution breaks explains how home-centered faith practices benefit faith, family, mental health, and more.
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The next 48 hours will be filled with even more federal spending as lawmakers prepare to pass a continuing resolution and negotiate an omnibus spending package. Boyd chats about the $16 billion worth of pet project being thrown into the bill and lawmakers' inability to learn from past mistakes... like the American Rescue Plan.
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In 2021, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan, pandemic relief for local governments and small businesses. More than a year later... with the pandemic behind us... that money has long been forgotten. But it's still being used. Steven Malenga from City Journal and the Manhattan Institute says a lot of that money is going to nonexistent governments and pickleball courts among other things, leading to inflation and a possible recession.
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On this day, 223 years ago, George Washington passed away. Boyd explains why he was the perfect leader of authentic leadership.
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Migrants are heading to the southern border as the nation prepares for Title 42, the COVID-era immigration policy, to end. There's a lot of uncertainty for migrants and border agents. ABC News Correspondent Alex Stone breaks down what we know and what we can expect in the coming days.
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The Federal reserve raised interest rates by half a percentage point today... in what many are calling a "loosening of monetary policy." Although Americans would probably say their wallets still feel pretty tight. Jeff Cox from CNBC joins Boyd to discuss where we're at with inflation and where our monetary policy is headed.
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The California state legislature is now facing a rather ironic problem. An environmental law that they passed is thwarting their plans to add a new building to their State Capitol grounds. Christian Britschgi from Reason breaks down how this law has created a housing crisis among other problems and why it should be abolished.
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What is political courage? Is it standing up to your enemies... or standing up to your friends like Albus Dumbledore said in Harry Potter? Recently former President Barack Obama called out his own party... his friends... for being too judgmental. Boyd looks at his remarks, as well as recent remarks from Republicans criticizing their party, and explains why standing up to our friends is so important.
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Many international organizations have documented a dark trend: Democratic governments around the world are inching closer to authoritarianism. J.D. Tuccille from Reason joins Inside Sources to discuss how a decline in free speech, pandemic restrictions, and distrust in elections in driving the trend and why he's concerned that people aren't worried about it.
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China continues to rise both in power and prominence on the world stage and is increasingly challenging U.S. hegemony across the globe. But in what ways is China challenging the United States? Paul McCleary from POLITICO breaks down how China is creating problems for America through TikTok and an empowered military.
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Congress has come to an agreement on the framework for an omnibus spending package that must pass by December 22. There's talk of it including aid for Ukraine and the Electoral Count Act. Boyd explains how no Senator or Representative will read this trillion-dollar framework and why it might be more beneficial to pass a continuing resolution that gets us to the New Year when new members can help draft the bill.
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In January, the newly elected members of Congress will be gaveled in. What do they need to do to be effective leaders? Former Chief of Staff for Speaker Pelosi John Lawrence joins Inside Sources with his 10 rules for success to help new members make a smooth transition.
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Now that the midterms are over, all eyes are on 2024. While Donald Trump is the only one to declare his candidacy, many GOP lawmakers are getting excited about a potential run from Senator Tim Scott. Senator Scott spoke to Inside Sources last year. Boyd looks at what a Tim Scott candidacy would look like if he decided to run.
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Is Congress broken? It seems the majority of America thinks so. 1 in 5 Americans disapprove of the job lawmakers are doing. But Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute argues that Congress is NOT actually broken. It's getting a lot done, but lawmakers have a lot of work to do to transform Congress back into a true powerhouse.
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Scientists at a federal research facility made a groundbreaking discovery that could move us closer to a clean energy future. They successfully created a nuclear fusion reaction. Peter Behr from Energywire explains why this achievement is significant and how it could impact regular Americans.
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Governor Spencer Cox is the latest to add his name to the growing list of governors banning state employees from using the social media app TikTok citing security concerns. Brandon Pugh from the R Street Institute joins Boyd to discuss the dangers of TikTok and whether or not Congress should weigh in with federal oversight and legislation.
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What is worth fighting for? For the people of Ukraine, it's their country. For the women of Iran... it's women's rights. But what about our American warriors? Retired General and former National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster joins Inside Sources to discuss how American soldiers are warriors for good, the war in Ukraine, and more.
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Boyd breaks down the important life lessons from the Pac-12 championship and the World Cup.
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After weeks of protests... the Iranian regime has begun executing protesters. The European Union has responded with more proposed sanctions. What should the US response be? Amos Guiora joins Inside Sources to discuss the latest developments and what the future of these protests could be.
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The Democratic National Committee is shaking up its presidential primary calendar for 2024. The Democrats are dumping Iowa and making South Carolina the first state in the lineup to nominate a presidential candidate in 2024. Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research discusses how Iowa lost favor with the Democrats, how South Carolina was chosen, and why the party may be targeting a new kind of voter.
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As China and Russia race to stake their place in Africa... the US is racing to catch up. Now, the Biden Administration is working to nurture its relationship with this strategic continent. Tomorrow the President will host the US-Africa Summit... and he's expected to make a big announcement about Africa and the G20. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post breaks down why the administration sees Africa as important to our national security.
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Our Utah Farmers are the backbone of our community and economy. And they're making important contributions to the state to help solve some of our biggest water issues. Rob Gibson from the Utah Farm Bureau joins Inside Sources to discuss what they're doing to improve water use and conservation efforts.
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A SECOND case challenging President Biden's student loan forgiveness program will go to the highest court in the land. Today, the Supreme Court agreed to hear arguments on a case filed in Texas alongside the first case that they agreed to take up last week. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains how these two cases are different and the uphill battle ahead of the Biden Administration.
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Last Friday... Senator Kyrsten Sinema from Arizona made a big announcement... she's leaving the Democratic Party to become an Independent. But while her departure from the party probably won't impact Democrats' majority... she's receiving some backlash from an interesting source... Independent Senator Bernie Sanders. Boyd looks at the politics at play and the impacts of Sinema's announcement.
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The deadline to fund the government is quickly approaching. Congress needs to come to an agreement by Friday... or.... what? Will there be a shutdown? Or will we pass another continuing resolution? As things come down to the wire... Boyd breaks down what we need to be paying attention to and why we should ignore all the noise about impending doom and clock ticking.
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Are Utah voters ready to move on from former President Donald Trump? A new poll from the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute suggests yes. The former president is trailing by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former Congresswoman Liz Cheney. Dennis Romboy from the Deseret News breaks down the numbers.
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Team building expert Scott Hammond has a new book out, titled "The Management Minute: Small Steps for Big Learning." Scott puts his decades of leadership and team building experience into a must read if you're looking to improve your organization, your team, your family, or your own life. Scott joins Inside Sources to discuss some of the important principles in his new book.
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In January, House Republicans will vote for the new Speaker of the House. Kevin McCarthy, as the current minority leader, is a frontrunner. But is there a chance that he could lose? Nathan Rakich from FiveThirtyEight says McCarthy may not have enough votes to win. He joins Inside Sources to discuss the possible scenarios.
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Federal prosecutors and attorneys for Donald Trump are at court today for a hearing. Why? The Department of Justice has asked a federal judge to hold former president Donald Trump in contempt. The DOJ has accused Trump of failing to turn over classified documents. Former US Attorney for the District of Utah John Huber discusses what holding the former president in contempt will actually accomplish.
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Earlier this year, a terrible shooting occurred outside of Hunter High School in West Valley that left 2 teens dead and another with life altering injuries. Months later, we finally have a verdict. After a plea bargain, the perpetrator will serve 6 years in juvenile detention on manslaughter charges. KSL's Aimee Cobabe joins Greg and Leah to discuss why families are upset and protesting as well as why this plea bargain is controversial.
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In recent weeks, companies across the tech sector have been experiencing mass layoffs. Many people have been concerned that this may a be a sign that we're headed for another 2000s dot.com bust. Mark Hamrick from Bankrate.com breaks down where our economy is headed.
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Americans working in the tech industry are losing their jobs in mass layoffs...but it's not just American citizens. Foreign tech workers here on H-1B visas are also getting laid off... and may get kicked out of the country if they don't find a new job in time. Fiona Harrigan from Reason explains what reforms are needed for the H-1B visa so we can keep talented workers in the US.
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This morning, the nation woke up to a political earthquake. Senator from Arizona Kyrsten Sinema is leaving the Democratic Party to become an Independent. Guest hosts Greg Skordas and Leah Murray discuss how this will shake up the balance of power in the Senate and how it could impact Sinema's reelection chances in 2024.
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Marty and Leah debate the value of higher education.
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The "Religious Freedom Index" has released a new report highlighting how different generations of Americans view of religious freedom. One notable group that expressed less support for the rights of religious people was Gen Z. Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News breaks down the data and what could this mean for the future debate over religious rights.
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From threats of a nationwide rail strike to walkouts at a Salt Lake City Starbucks... you might say this is the year for unions. Now, journalists are striking at the New York Times today. Over 1,100 employees staged a walkout from their jobs. Elahe Izadi from the Washington Post discusses what's driving one of the most dramatic labor disputes in decades.
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In 2002, President George W. Bush referred to Iran, North Korea, and Iraq as the axis of evil. Today, Russia has joined the club... relying on countries like Iran and North Korea to supply it with weapons for its war in Ukraine. But retired army Colonel Jonathan Sweet says that with protests breaking out in Iran and Russia putting all its focus on Ukraine could cause this axis to collapse.
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A new report released from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) has revealed some pretty shocking things when it comes to higher education. Colleges are concealing their true prices in financial aid offer letters. Preston Cooper from the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity explains how universities are misleading incoming students and how to make prices more transparent.
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Right now, Congress is negotiating its end of the year spending package before the December 16th deadline. So, it's a good time to bring up Congress' spending problem and ballooning federal deficit. At our current rate... in 10 years the US will have more debt than it did after World War 2. Romina Boccia from the Cato Institute breaks down what we need to do to get our deficit under control.
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Leah and Marty continue their discussion about Griner's release from a Russian prison. The Biden administration traded her for a Russian arms dealer known as the "merchant of death." ABC News Correspondent Em Nguyen joins Marty and Leah with the latest details about the swap.
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Brittney Griner is coming home. The Biden administration announced the WNBA player's release early this morning. However, Russia isn't just doing this out of the goodness of their hearts. In return, the United States has swapped former arms dealer Viktor Bout. But what about Paul Whelan who has been in Russian custody for almost 4 years now on charges of espionage? Marty and Leah discuss whether or not this was a fair trade.
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The Other Side is a housing project being built in Salt Lake City, providing safe and affordable housing for people transitioning out of chronic homelessness... and they're raising money to help fund the building of homes. Communications Director Samuel Grenny joins the show to discuss how you can help.
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We're just 41 days away from the 2023 legislative session in Utah. And there's a lot on the agenda this year... from addressing the budget surplus to school vouchers. Utah representative Mike Schultz joins Inside Sources to preview what Utahns can expect from lawmakers next year.
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Security concerns continue to swirl around the use of the extremely popular social media app TikTok. Just yesterday, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan joined other states to ban the app. And a White House deal with Tik Tok has been delayed over increasing national security concerns. Taylor and Maura discuss the latest developments, the relationship between government and TikTok, and the security risks.
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The Supreme Court has taken up a case that many in the media are calling "controversial". The case has to do with state courts and their ability to review election laws passed by state legislatures. Douglas Spencer from the University of Colorado breaks down the details of the case and how it might impact legislatures across the country.
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Homelessness is an issue affecting so many people across our country, and Utah is no exception. But here in Utah we have a significant amount of homeless women. 39% of those who accessed homeless services in 2021 were female according to a new report. Dr. Emily Darowski from the Utah Women and Leadership Project joins Taylor and Maura to discuss their latest study on what's driving homelessness among women.
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Celebrities like Kanye West (or "Ye") have been making headlines for antisemitic comments in recent weeks. But beyond the headlines... and without Ye... antisemitism has been on the rise for the past several years. Rabbi Avremi Zippel discusses what's driving antisemitism in the US and how we should respond to the tide.
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After weeks of nationwide protests... China is moving away from its zero covid policy. It's a major rollback of several measures that have contributed to a weakened Chinese economy and discontent among the Chinese people. Zongyuan Zoe Liu from the Council on Foreign Relations breaks down what's happening and how it could impact the economy.
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After Georgia's runoff election yesterday... Democrats have widened their majority in the Senate from 50-50 to 51-49. Democrat Raphael Warnock has beaten Trump endorsed Republican Herschel Walker... despite other Republican candidates performing very well in Georgia during the general election. Caroline Anders from the Washington Post breaks down the significance of this election.
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Former President Trump is in hot water after calling for the termination of the Constitution. Marty discusses how his comments have highlighted a critical need for greater understanding of this critical document and greater trust in it.
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Voters are hitting the polls in Georgia to determine how narrow Democrats' majority in the Senate will be. The question is... is there any hope for Republicans as their candidate Herschel Walker faces off against the politically skilled Senator Raphael Warnock? David Drucker from the Washington Examiner breaks down the dynamics at play in this election.
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Are Utahns moving on from former President Trump? A new Deseret News-Hinckley Institute poll suggests yes, Utahns would rather have Florida Governor Ron DeSantis or Liz Cheney as a Republican presidential candidate. Marty Carpenter breaks down the numbers as well as another poll looking at how Utahns feel about President Biden and how he's handling the economy.
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With Republicans holding a slim majority in the House, and Democrats holding their control of the Senate by the barest of margins, Americans have once again voted for a divided government. Some say this is bad for the American people. But J.D. Tuccille from Reason says divided government prevents each party from ramming through policy excesses.
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The star of "Cheers" TV Show Kirstie Alley has passed away at the age of 71. She had colon cancer prior to her death. But a recent study has found that the effectiveness of colonoscopies identifying the cancer may have been oversold. Dr. Mark Lewis from Intermountain Healthcare breaks down the data and how this cancer is especially impacting young people.
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The United Kingdom is barreling towards a recession... and while it may not directly impact the US economy.. there are some concerns in the US that we may also be heading for a recession in 2023. Evan Ward from BYU explains what we can learn from our ally overseas, and Utah's top trading partner, to prevent an economic disaster here at home.
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Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Thom Tillis have put forward a proposal for an immigration bill which could provide a pathway to citizenship for dreamers while extending Title 42 for Republicans calling for greater border security. Caroline Coudriet from Roll Call breaks down what's in the proposal and whether or not it has a chance of passing before the lame duck session is over.
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In another runoff election, voters in Georgia will again decide how much power Democrats have in the US Senate. But runoff elections may not be the best, or cheapest way, to select representatives. Ryan Williamson from the R Street Institute explains why a blanket primary would put taxpayer dollars to better us without disenfranchising voters.
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Over the weekend, so called "Twitter Files" have been released on Twitter by independent journalist Matt Taibbi. The files give an in-depth explanation about Twitter executives' response to the NY Post story about the Hunter Biden laptop. The release has prompted questions about Twitter censorship and content moderation. Taylor and Leah discuss whether or not Elon Musk should moderate content and ban accounts or let speech reign free.
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The Utes are going to the Rose Bowl! It's the second year in a row that the University of Utah's football team has taken the Pac-12 championship title. Scott Mitchell from KSL's Unrivaled joins Leah and Taylor to discuss how the 11th ranked Utes were able to beat USC and what we can expect in the next Rose Bowl.
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The Supreme Court is hearing arguments today for a case that could affect the rights of LGBTQ and religious communities. In today's case, wedding web designer Lorie Smith is preemptively petitioning the court for the right to accept heterosexual wedding clients and refuse same-sex clients. RonNell Andersen Jones from the University of Utah explains what's at stake and what questions need to be answered.
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$3.3 trillion. That's how much money our lame duck Congress is expected to spend before the end of the year. And many of the lawmakers in our nation's Capital won't even be there in January. And yet, they're burning a hole in taxpayers' pockets. Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute breaks down what's on the docket and how we can reverse course before inflation worsens.
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After its first ranked choice voting election... Alaska is set to send Lisa Murkowski and Mary Peltola back to the US Congress. But Alaska isn't the only state using this kind of voting system. The Utah Legislature has been piloting ranked choice voting for years. Kellen Potter from Utah Ranked Choice Voting Utah tells Leah and Taylor about the pilot project kicking off here in Utah and how this kind of voting system works.
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Protests have rocked the country of Iran over the last few months after a woman died in the morality police's custody. While there were some rumors that the country had abolished the morality police... Iran quickly shut down any speculation. However, Iran has now said that hijab rule is under review. Amos Guiora of the University of Utah joins Inside Sources from Israel to discuss the impact of these protests on the regime.
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Democrats have new leadership in the House after Nancy Pelosi announced she was stepping down as Speaker. Hakeem Jeffries, who is much younger, has been announced as her replacement. But who is this guy from Brooklyn? Azi Paybarah from the Washington Post breaks down his path to power and what direction he might take the Democratic Party.
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Today the West is trying to hurt Russia's biggest revenue raiser: oil. EU sanctions and a G7 price cap on Russian oil are coming into force. The question is... will this hurt Russia's ability to wage war in Ukraine? And how might this impact oil prices? Charlie Cooper from POLITICO spoke to Inside Sources about what's happening and how it will all impact the global economy going into winter.
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Today marks the anniversary of Rosa Parks' courageous refusal to give up her seat to a white man on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. President and CEO of the Utah Black Chamber Sidni Shorter joins Inside Sources to discuss this revolutionary moment from 67 years ago when Rosa Parks became one of the biggest icons of civil rights activism and what work we have left to do.
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A new report shows from Challenger, Gray & Christmas show that in November, there were 5 times more job cut announcements than last year. Sharon Epperson from CNBC joins Inside Sources with the latest numbers and explains how these layoffs are leading employees to expand their networks and look for positions that better align with their values.
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Pork and barrel spending is here to stay for the 118th Congress. The House GOP voted yesterday to keep the practice of using earmarks in federal spending bills to fund pet projects in their home-states. Patrick Hedger from the Taxpayers Protection Alliance says this practice creates corruption and puts a major strain on taxpayers and the economy.
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As we move through the holidays... you'd expect Americans to spend more time with family and friends. But that may not be the case this year... over the last several years... Americans have been socializing less and less... choosing to be alone. Economist Bryce Ward from ABMJ Consulting breaks down what may be driving the decline and why we need to reverse this trend.
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Utahn Cindi Merrill is partnering with a non-profit to bring Christmas presents to children in Berlin and Ukraine. It's called Operation Engel, and it's been organized in honor of Gail Halvorsen, aka the "Candy Bomber." Cindi joins Inside Sources to discuss how this brings hope to people across the world and how people can participate.
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Tens of thousands of people have been taking to the streets in China to protest President Xi Jinping's zero covid policy. We haven't seen a protest like this since 1989 when protests broke out in Tiananmen Square. Christian Shepard, a China correspondent for the Washington Post, spoke with Inside Sources earlier this week from. He explains how President Xi and the West are responding as well as what to watch for in the coming days and weeks.
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The death sentence for a Utah man found guilty in a 1985 murder case has been overturned... but now the state of Utah plan to challenge that ruling. Guest Hosts Greg Skordas and Leah Murray break down the case and discuss what conversations we should be having about the death penalty moving forward.
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Rep. Hakeem Jeffries has been elected in a unanimous vote by House Democrats to be their next party leader, making him the first Black party leader for Congress. Guest hosts Greg Skordas and Leah Murray discuss who he is and what he brings to the table.
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Twitter CEO Elon Musk is claiming that Apple has threatened to remove Twitter from the app store because of Apple's app review moderation process. This has raised questions about content moderation and free speech and whether or not the government should get involved. Guest Hosts Marty Carpenter and Greg Skordas discuss the relationship between government and Big Tech.
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The Supreme Court heard arguments today regarding an immigration case that could have massive implications for states and their ability to challenge federal immigration policy. Immigration lawyer and former US Diplomat Chris Richardson joins Inside Sources with the latest details on the case.
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Today is Giving Tuesday... and KSL is continuing its annual Give-A-Thon Blitz to raise money for the kids at Primary Children's Hospital. Scarlet is an active kindergartner who has an undiagnosed genetic disorder. This causes her to have some developmental delays and seizures.
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The country hosting the biggest soccer competition in the world, Qatar, is coming under fire for a wide array of human rights abuses. Should the World Cup be held in an authoritarian state like Qatar? Or does that send the wrong message? Eric Boehm from Reason Magazine argues why FIFA should consider human rights and freedom status when picking a host country.
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Today, demolition has begun on the old Utah State Prison in Draper. Utah officials are hopeful this prison demolition will precipitate a new stage of development for that area, known as "The Point." Executive Director of the Point of the Mountain State Land Authority Alan Matheson gives an update on the project and shares how it will benefit all Utahns.
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Lawmakers have returned to Capitol Hill this week to begin the lame duck session of Congress... but this session will be anything but lame. Bills on everything from the budget to rail strikes to marriage rights are on the table. Caitlin Emma from POLITICO joins Inside Sources to discuss the end of year to do list and what Congress can get done before new members take their seats in January.
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Protests have erupted across the nation of China over the country's strict "zero covid" health policy. These are the largest mass protests we've seen since the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests. Christian Shepherd breaks down what's driving people to take to the streets, why this discontent has been bubbling for months, and how these protests could impact the Communist Party or act as a litmus test on President Xi's power.
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Social media is a political cesspool where conversations have become increasingly polarized. But do the Twitter trolls and Facebook fights represent the American people as a whole? Maybe not. Devin Knighton and Chris Wilson from BYU break down a new study that suggests the negative rhetoric is being driven by extremes on the left and the right while the majority in the middle is self-censoring.
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With Thanksgiving just two days away, Boyd highlights some historic remarks on Thanksgiving and gratitude.
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Today, the Light the World Giving Machines opened to the public in Salt Lake City, Utah. American Indian Services is partnering with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to gather donations. Executive Director Chauma Kee-Jensen joins Inside Sources to discuss the organization and how they're helping to light the world.
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Yale Law School has long been considered one of the top schools in the country. Federal courts regularly pull their clerks from Yale graduates. But over the past few years, an anti-free speech trend has been developing on campuses across the country, including at Yale. Sarah Isgur from The Dispatch says the right and the left are guilty of encouraging this trend and explains why this is a problem, especially for our burgeoning legal scholars.
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Wild horses are one of the icons of the West. But they're also one of the Bureau of Land Managements' biggest problems. This week, CBS' 60 Minutes highlighted one solution for managing these herds, and it involves the rehabilitation of our nation's prisoners.
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With a 24/7 news cycle, it can be hard to miss the constant stream of stories highlighting our political divisions and contempt. With such negative rhetoric...It's no wonder that trust in the government and the media is at a record low. Chris Cuomo from NewsNation breaks down where we are and how we can get to a better place.
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This Thanksgiving week, there's one group of people that works harder than anyone to bring us the harvest we all enjoy: Farmers. But in today's world, the family farm is facing a wide array of serious challenges from inflation to mental health. Boyd looks at the state of the family farmer, their role in American life, and why we owe them our gratitude this holiday season.
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How do you win the argument at the Thanksgiving table without destroying your relationships? Politics has become almost taboo around the holidays. People simply avoid conversations with loved ones who have opposing political views so they won't threaten the relationship. Lois Collins from Deseret News describes a new way of disagreeing with people called "star-manning" and how it can help heal divides.
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Earlier today, President Biden pardoned the Thanksgiving turkeys, Chocolate and Chip. A pardon is a special power that very few get to use. Boyd looks at how we can use the principle of a pardon in our own lives to forgive others.
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A potential rail strike has once again reared its head just before the holiday season. One of the largest rail unions in the US has rejected a contract which could lead to a shutdown of the network and threaten the US economy. Alex Daugherty from POLITICO breaks down what's going on and how this could force Congress to do something to avert a strike.
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In January, the 2023 freshman class of newly elected Congress members will be gaveled in. And many of them are making history. So, who are they? Derek Hawkins from The Washington Post joins Inside Sources to discuss the historic firsts and some of the outstanding races.
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Over the weekend, Republican leaders gathered in Las Vegas for the Republican Jewish Coalition's Annual Leadership Conference. Republicans from Senator Rick Scott to Governor Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley were there to deliver messages on the party's electoral challenges and victories following the midterms. Boyd looks at how these men and women are positioning themselves for the 2024 presidential election.
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Tomorrow, the Light the World Giving Machines will open in Salt Lake City, Utah. Karl Cheney from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints oversees this campaign. He joins Boyd to discuss the machines that are set up all around the world and how people can participate in lighting the world with charity and donations this year.
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"We don't talk about Bruno" from Disney's Oscar-winning film "Encanto" became a hit almost overnight. This weekend it was nominated for an American Music Award and a Grammy. Now one of the voices from the song.. Adassa.. is coming to Salt Lake City. Why? To light the world. She joins Boyd to talk about the film and why she's in Utah to kick off the Light the World campaign and its annual Giving Machines.
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Energy and gas prices continue to be a top priority for Americans. But with a divided Congress.. Republicans in the House, Democrats in the Senate... what will energy policy look like? Are there any areas where both parties can come together? Josiah Neeley from the R Street Institute breaks down what federal energy and climate policy might look like come January when new members take their seats in Congress.
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Tragedy has struck our neighboring state of Colorado. A mass shooting at an LGBTQ club in Colorado Springs over the weekend left 5 people dead and 25 others injured. KSL TV reporter Dan Rascon is in Colorado Springs. He joins Inside Sources to discuss the latest details surrounding this hate crime.
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Boyd shares a principle he learned while living in Japan about the importance of the little things when trying to make a difference.
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KSL is continuing its annual Give-A-Thon Blitz to raise money for the kids at Primary Children's Hospital. Miller Beard and his parents, David and Kassi, join Inside Sources to discuss Miller's journey with leukemia and his experience at Primary Children's Hospital.
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Each week for the past month, Inside Sources has been covering the Dignity Index.. an eight-point scale that measures what we do when we disagree in politics. Now that the midterms are over, project leads Tami Pyfer and Tom Rosshirt join Boyd to discuss what they've learned throughout this process and how this pilot project acts like a mirror for all of us.
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Elon Musk is giving Twitter employees the ultimate ultimatum. Be excellent or take a severance package. The backlash to the Billionaire's request has been swift. Twitter workers are leaving in mass. So, was Musk's request too severe? Boyd explains how a trend of mediocrity is shaping society and breaks down how employers can balance a positive workplace while also expecting greatness from workers.
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US Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed a special counsel to the Mar-a-Lago and January 6th cases involving former President Donald Trump. KSL's Legal Analyst Greg Skordas looks at why a special counsel was chosen and how the former President's 2024 announcement plays a role. Plus, Greg explains why the Biden administration determined that the Saudi Prince behind the brutal murder of journalist and US resident Jamal Khashoggi is immune to charges filed in a US lawsuit filed by Khashoggi's fiancé.
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A showdown between the Supreme Court and President Biden could be on the horizon. The administration is trying to revive its student loan forgiveness plan through the Justice Department which wants the High Court to reverse a lower court's ruling blocking the program. Michael Stratford from POLITICO joins Boyd to discuss what comes next and how this adds to the uncertainty that students are feeling.
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Democracy will die, the world will end, the stakes have never been higher. That's the message our politicians deliver from their soapboxes each election cycle.. and the 2022 midterms were no exception. Sam Abrams from Sarah Lawrence College and AEI says this rhetoric and our transformational politics is driving Gen Z to despair and leading to a decline in mental health.
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There are a lot of big trends shaping the direction our society is heading. Boyd looks at what some of the major trends are and how we can create a better future for ourselves and the next generation.
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Our world is changing quickly. And while we don't have a crystal ball giving us a clear vision of where we're headed, there are some major trends shaping our future. Founder and publisher of the global affairs network Diplomatic Courier Ana Rold breaks down the trends fashioning our world as we barrel towards 2050.
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Each week for the past month, Inside Sources has been covering the Dignity Index.. an eight-point scale that measures what we do when we disagree in politics. Now that the midterms are over, Tim Shriver from UNITE joins Boyd to discuss what was learned and how this pilot project could help bring down the temperature nationally.
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Speaker Pelosi is stepping down as leader for the next Congress, Kevin McCarthy is attempting to step up, and Hakeem Jeffries is waiting in the wings. Boyd breaks down some of the upcoming leadership changes and how Republicans are using their new majority to advance political investigations.
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Congress has the opportunity at the start of the new term to make changes and boost its credibility. While it can be tempting to score political points against the Biden administration, that's not the purpose of the people's House. Ryan Williamson from R Street outlines an agenda for Republicans to use their majority to make meaningful changes while still providing oversight of the executive branch.
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On December 16th, the current continuing resolution to fund the government will end.. and the money flowing towards the Defense Department will stop. Elaine McCusker from the American Enterprise Institue says Congress needs to pass a real budget framework with billions more for our national security amid inflation and increase transparency of how that money is being spent.
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In what came as a shock to many and no surprise to others... House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is stepping down from leadership after two decades. John Lawrence served as Speaker Pelosi's chief of staff from 2005 to 2013. He gives a behind the scenes look at the inner workings of the Speaker's office and Pelosi's masterful legislating skills.
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After more than 3 decades serving in the House and 20 years in leadership... Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi delivered a speech on the House floor announcing she won't seek re-election to be leader during the next Congress. But she had an important message to the next generation on the importance of the institution, unity, and respecting differences.
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We go to sporting arenas and throw barbs in political arenas. Boyd chats about another type of arena: the humanizing arena. This is where conflict is moderated, ideas debated, and civics pursued, and it's where we need to get as a society.
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A US District Court judge has struck down a pandemic-era immigration rule known as Title 42. But with a record number of migrants crossing the border... is the Biden administration prepared to handle the influx now that they can no longer expel migrants as a response to the pandemic? Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call breaks down why the judge threw the policy out and what comes next.
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How did faith and religion play a role in the 2022 midterm elections? Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News joins Inside Sources to discuss the important takeaways from last week's election, including division on abortion, historic Muslim-Americans winning office, and more.
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Many people would like to see a truce between Ukraine and Russia to end the war… but something else that we really need here at home is a truce in Congress. Boyd explains why the president and lawmakers should take a step back after the midterms to figure out how they can better respond to Americans' concerns... especially as 75% of the country thinks we're on the wrong track.
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This week, world leaders continue to gather at the UN Climate Conference in Egypt to tackle climate change and environmental issues. Utah's very own Congressman John Curtis was there over the weekend. He tells Inside Sources about why he led a group of Republicans to the conference, also known as COP27, and hints at a GOP led energy bill come January.
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After a midterm shellacking... Republicans are at a crossroads, looking for someone to represent the party who will help them win in 2024. And many are turning to Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis to do just that. But is DeSantis "Defuture" as the New York Post says? Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute says he may be too polarizing for the swing voters that the Republican Party needs to win.
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Last night Former President Trump announced that he's running for President again. In a more moderate and tele-prompter directed speech than we are used to seeing from the former President, Trump laid out his plan to make America great again...again. Does this mean we'll see a repeat election between him and President Biden?
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After 2 missiles crossed the Polish border yesterday killing 2 people, many jumped to the conclusion that the missiles belonged to Russia and began invoking Article 5. Since then, NATO has determined the missiles were launched by Ukraine in its defense as Russia bombarded them with strikes. Boyd chats about the danger of instant certainty, especially during war.
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We experience a lot of challenging mountains in our lives. Boyd chats about why we should keep climbing, whether it's for our family, work, our community, or our politics.
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The AP is reporting that Russian missiles hit a farm in Poland, killing 2 people. This comes on the heels of the G20 Summit where Ukrainian President Zelensky outlined his conditions for peace with Russia. Boyd looks at what's going on and what it all means for the US and NATO.
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Former President Donald Trump has teased a very big announcement tonight. Many are speculating that he will announce a 2024 presidential run. But if the former president does announce he's running, will he be operating from a position of strength? Or a position of weakness? Caroline Anders from the Washington Post breaks down the chaos and legal challenges shadowing the President's announcement.
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The Senate and House leadership contests are heating up. Rep. Kevin McCarthy has secured the GOP nomination. And Senator Rick Scott has challenged Leader McConnell. Will the status quo be maintained, or could there be any surprises? Boyd looks at the latest details coming out of the Capitol.
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Congress has several major fiscal decisions to make before the end of the year, including government funding, Medicare, and the debt ceiling. All of this comes as the nation's debt continues to climb ever higher. So how can we strengthen America's fiscal footing? Angela Rachidi from the American Enterprise Institute discusses a new policy book which proposes long term solutions to our nation's fiscal health.
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One of the most prominent and politically connected trading platforms for crypto, FTX, went bankrupt last week, causing tens of billions of dollars in value to disappear almost overnight. Now, many in Congress are calling for tougher regulations on the crypto industry. James Czerniawski from the Americans for Prosperity breaks down what happened, the regulatory backlash, and the best way to approach regulations.
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From China to Russia to Iran... the US faces serious threats around the world. But when it comes to our security and defense... is it just the federal government that's responsible for our safety? Or does Utah have a role to play? Former US Ambassador and National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien spoke to Inside Sources about his new position as Chairman of the Utah Aerospace and Defense Association, how Utah is the perfect place for the defense industry, and some of the national security threats the US is facing around the world.
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Boyd looks at what Aristotle said the political life of a free society is supposed to look like, the state of politics today, and how we can get back to Aristotle's standard.
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While politicians are campaigning, giving speeches, and shaking hands.... there's one person on the sidelines who has an inside track to what voters are really saying: the spouse. Often times people will approach the spouses of our elected leaders to tell them what they really think about the country. Sharon Lee, who is married to Senator Mike Lee, tells Boyd what she's been hearing from voters during the midterms.
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The midterm elections continue to drag on... and all eyes and political ads are pointed towards Georgia to see who will pick up the final Senate seat. The close Senate race is headed for a runoff election in early December. Meg Kinnard from the Associated Press explains how this runoff will work as well as why the AP hasn't called who will control the House just yet.
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After a hectic, divided, and ad-filled midterm election cycle, many Americans feel like they can finally exhale. But this is not an exhale moment. Before the end of the year, Congress will have several fiscal battles. Caitlin Emma from POLITICO breaks down what's on Congress' to-do list when it comes to the nation's finances and what challenges they'll face in getting it all done.
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Another court has blocked President Biden's student debt cancellation plan. Today, a federal appeals court for the 8th circuit put a halt to the program... last week it was a US judge in Texas. Since then the Department of Education has stopped accepting applications. Boyd explains how this leads to uncertainty and could have been prevented if the White House had done this through Congress rather than executive order.
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Leaders from the US and across the globe continue to gather in Egypt this week for the UN Climate Change Conference. Their goal is to work through problems and politics to reduce climate change. But Phil Rossetti from the R Street Institute says that climate change doesn't seem to be a priority anymore as leaders focus on impractical solutions and emissions from China and India are ignored.
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Election month continues. Democrats have secured the majority in the Senate. Control of the House is still pending, with Republicans expected to win a narrow majority. So how were Democrats able to pull ahead and thwart a red wave? Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research discusses what parts of their messaging really resonated with voters and how it needs to change in order for them to win in 2024 and beyond.
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In one of this year's sleeper races, Alabama elected its first female senator to the US Senate, Katie Britt. And she delivered the best acceptance speech of the week. Boyd looks at her inclusive message of hope. Plus, Boyd delivers some final thoughts on Veteran's Day.
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KSL is continuing its annual Give-A-Thon Blitz to raise money for the kids at Primary Children's Hospital. This week we're pleased to have Cassie on the show to share her daughter Scarlet's story. Her daughter Scarlet is an active kindergartner who has an undiagnosed genetic disorder which causes her to have some developmental delays and seizures.
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As we round out election week... we've learned a lot about leadership, messaging, and what the American people want. The question is... will Democrats and Republicans learn these lessons too? And who will learn them the fastest and apply them to 2024 and beyond? Boyd examines a piece written by Senator Mitt Romney in the Wall Street Journal about the biggest lesson both parties can learn from the midterms, and it has nothing to do with election deniers.
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As election week comes to an end... The Dignity Index has scored acceptance and concession speeches from Utah's candidates. So how did everyone do? Jesse Graham from the University of Utah and Tami Pyfer from UNITE join Boyd to discuss the latest numbers.
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Can enlistment in the military help with upward mobility? A study released by West Point Academy and BYU takes a deeper look into Army recruitment as a means for economic development for Americans. Rich Patterson from BYU breaks down the study's findings on how military enlistment can shrink the black-white earning gap.
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Today is Veteran's Day... and according to the US Department of Veteran Affairs, about 130,000 veterans live in the state of Utah. Many of these vets face physical and mental challenges when they come home. Retired Executive Director of the Utah Department of Veterans Affairs breaks down some of the services available to them, including the incredible Fisher House Foundation which builds homes for veterans.
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Happy Veteran's Day to all the men and women who have served our country and defended our freedom. These souls have given so much, that it seems like we'll never be able to adequately give back. Jennie Taylor from the Major Brent Taylor Foundation joins Boyd to discuss some of the events and service opportunities that the Foundation is putting on to honor our veterans and inspire Utahns to live their thank you's.
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Earlier in the show, retired Colonel Jonathan Sweet pointed out that with Russia we have to focus on the things we're not seeing. Boyd applies this principle to Washington, where shiny object are placed in front of the American people and new legislators to distract us from what's really going on.
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STEM education is vital to many of Utah's industries and economy. But how can we improve STEM education in the state to make it more inclusive and reach marginalized, rural communities? Governor Spencer Cox joins Boyd to discuss the launch of Utah's 1st annual Week of Stem to accomplish all that and more. He also comments on the new state flag that will go to the Legislature of final approval.
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There are rumblings that the Speaker in waiting, Rep. Kevin McCarthy plans to give some power back to lawmakers and committees. The House Freedom Caucus is pressuring him to do so. Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute explains how the Speaker consolidated so much power, how it increases partisanship, and how McCarthy can maintain power while keeping the Freedom Caucus happy.
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Votes are still being counted in elections across the country. But many are beginning to look towards another big race: the race for House leadership. Will Kevin McCarthy secure his place as Speaker? And with Democrats losing the House, will Nancy Pelosi maintain control of the minority party? And what about the Senate? James Wallner from the R Street Institute analyzes the upcoming leadership contests.
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The Inflation Reduction Act was passed earlier this year with big tax credits for companies who prioritize clean energy projects. But a small provision in the bill could have a huge impact on the timeline of getting these projects started. John Bailey from the American Enterprise Institute discusses how a new apprenticeship requirement could put the brakes on federally funded energy projects.
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Russia and Ukraine are preparing for a tough winter. But it may be an even darker winter for Vladimir Putin. Compounding political challenges, both external and internal, stacked on top of consistent military defeats against Ukraine, do not bode well for the future of Russia's leader. Retired Colonel Jonathan Sweet breaks down the challenges closing in on the dictator and why winter may be an opportunity for peace.
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For the first time in 40 years... a Republican defeated the Chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. In a tight race in New York's 17th District, Mike Lawler ousted incumbent Representative Sean Patrick Maloney. Chris Russell who ran the campaign explains how this campaign was different than other Republican campaigns across the country with a special focus on local issues, not the red wave.
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The inflation numbers are out for October...with signs that inflation is easing.. even though people are still feeling the squeeze on their pocketbooks. So, is this a good sign? Is the economy headed in the right direction? Greg Iacurci from CNBC breaks down the data and explains why we're still at such high inflation levels despite a slightly slower increase in consumer prices.
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It looks increasingly likely that the US Congress will be a divided government, with Republicans leading the House and Democrats leading the Senate. If that happens, bipartisanship will be the only way to pass legislation. Author and CEO of 1PointSix LLC breaks down the centrist solutions to everything from immigration to energy that both parties can find common ground on post midterms.
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After last nights' elections... many are declaring Democrats as the winners of the 2022 midterms. But Boyd believes the real winner is the political consultant class who spent billions and billions of dollars on races from Pennsylvania to Utah. Boyd looks at the spending data, how it fueled vicious attack ads, and whether or not this is a winning strategy.
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There's been a lot of skepticism about President Biden running again in 2024. Many have argued that he's too old and that his approval ratings have been too low to carry him or the 2022 candidates across the finish line. But could last night's positive results change everything for President Biden? Audrey Fahlberg from The Dispatch breaks down how the midterms could impact the President's 2024 chances and other leadership contests.
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The Control of Congress hangs in the balance as several key races remain uncalled across the country. But there are 3 states in particular that will determine who controls the Senate. Boyd examines how Arizona, Nevada, and especially Georgia could impact the balance of power, the different scenarios that could play out, and the other uncalled races in the House.
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The Republican Party is facing a day of reckoning after underperforming during an election that many predicted would be a red wave. So, what happened? Boyd looks at why poor candidate quality.. including many candidates propped up by the former president... may have led to GOP losses.
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It's the day after Election Day... and the predicted red wave failed to materialize as Democrats performed better than expected. So, what are the lessons from the 2022 midterms for Democrats and Republicans, voters, politicians, pollsters, and more? Leland Vittert from NewsNation examines the key takeaways and surprises from last night's elections.
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Today is the last day to cast your vote in the midterm elections! Inside Sources has asked all the major candidates in Utah to send us their closing arguments to voters. Today we hear from the incumbents including Senator Mike Lee, and Reps. Burgess Owens, Chris Stewart, Blake Moore, and John Curtis.
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Over the weekend, the Washington Post reported that the US was privately asking Ukraine to signal its openness to negotiate with Russia. All of this comes after House Progressives received backlash for sending the Biden administration a letter to pursue a diplomatic path. Ishaan Tharoor from the Washington Post breaks down what all of this tells us about the administration's complex position on Ukraine.
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On the Late Show with Stephen Colbert, U2's Bono talked about his idea that America is the greatest song the world has not yet heard. Boyd examines why the popular artist believes the best is yet to come and why it's our duty as voters to be civically engaged, to listen, and to vote as we all write the song of America together.
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Utah voters are heading to the polls and drop boxes to cast their votes before the polls close tonight. What issues are most important to these voters? What are they looking for from their elected leaders? Boyd is joined by Alison Wilcox, Susan Schilling, and Courtney Larsen who voted at the Bluffdale polling station to discuss what they're thinking about this Election Day.
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Policy should drive how we vote. In their effort to fight child poverty, the Biden administration has focused on putting money into people's pockets. Earlier this year, there was a big push to extend the child tax credit. But this short-term solution is missing a critical component for upward mobility. Angela Rachidi examines a new study on the importance of family environment, not income, for defeating poverty.
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While many voters are focused on the Senate and House candidates up for election... there are some important local leaders who are also on the ballot today. Boyd is joined by Bluffdale City Mayor to discuss the importance of local governance, some of the referendums on the ballot, and the challenges that Utah communities are facing.
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Who will win the House? The final party breakdown of the US House of Representatives won't be known tonight, or tomorrow, or maybe even next week. But there are a few races to watch that could give us some early signs as to who might secure the majority. Emily Brooks from The Hill breaks down what races will have early results and provide clues about the overall trends.
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Tomorrow is the last day for Utahns to cast their votes for the midterm elections. Inside Sources reached out to all the candidates for their final pitches. Today, voters will hear from many of the challengers: Evan McMullin, January Walker, Nick Mitchell, Cassie Easley, Darlene McDonald, and Glenn Wright.
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In the days leading up to election day tomorrow, both political parties have accused each other of everything from threatening democracy to driving the economy off a cliff. Most recently, Democrats have been warning voters that Republicans plan to cut Social Security and Medicare benefits. Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute explains why this is a myth and how progressives and Republicans should work together.
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Over the last several days, Georgia has seen record early voter turnout ahead of what is one of the most closely watched Senate races in the country. David Drucker from the Washington Examiner joins Boyd live from Georgia to give a lay of the land and explain what's motivating voters, ticket splitting, and more.
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Civics is on the mind as voters hit the polls and ballot boxes ahead of tomorrow's elections. But a recent survey shows that civics in schools is not top of mind for students and educators. Rick Hess from the American Enterprise Institute breaks down the purpose of a civics education and why it's worth doing.
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Many pollsters and analysts are predicting a red wave tomorrow. But if history tells us anything, a simple polling error could have overstated Republicans' chances and underestimated the Democrats. Nathaniel Rakich from FiveThirtyEight discusses how a Senate 5.4% polling error and House 6.3% polling error could determine whether or not tomorrow will be a red wave, a red ripple, or neither.
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Over the weekend, West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin issued a blistering criticism of President Biden following the President's comments that he was going to shut down coal plants. The criticism came as a shock to many, especially with the midterm elections happening tomorrow. Boyd examines what was said and how this will impact the Democratic caucus as well as the upcoming elections during a time when party unity is critical.
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As voters hit the polls over the next 24 hours, many will have questions about candidates on the ballot. But rather than wondering if we made the right choice on Election Day... what questions should we be asking? There is a lot we can learn from the midterms this year. Boyd looks at some of the questions we should be asking ourselves and what answers tomorrow's elections will hold for voters, policy makers, and the country in the days ahead.
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U2's Bono was recently on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss his new book, "Surrender." In the book, he writes that America is the greatest song the world has not yet heard. Boyd looks at whey the artist had to say about America, listening to each other, and leadership.
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Today, KSL is kicking off its annual Give-a-thon blitz to raise money for kids at Primary Children's Hospital. Miller Beard joins the show with his mom Kassi to share his story and diagnosis which began in May 2020 when his legs began hurting while biking home from school.
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The Dignity Index has scored the interviews of Utah's Senate candidates during the final week of campaigning. How did Evan McMullin and Senator Lee do? Jesse Graham from the University of Utah and Tamy Pyfer from UNITE join Boyd to discuss the candidates' scores and what they've learned about dignity as election season wraps up.
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On Halloween, images of teens wearing racist costumes featuring blackface went viral across social media. Unfortunately, after seeing the video, angry citizens began targeting and threatening people and communities that had no connection to the incident, making a bad situation worse. Doug Wilks from the Deseret News join Boyd to discuss the folly of "instant certainty."
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The midterm elections are just 4 days away, and over 34 million people have cast their vote. And yet, there are still many people who don't believe our elections are safe and secure, who haven't cast a vote yet. David Levine from the Alliance for Securing Democracy joins the conversation to talk about the role voters play in securing election integrity now and into the future.
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There's been a lot of chatter about Social Security and Medicare on the 2022 campaign trail. Democrats accusing Republicans of wanting to cut these benefits for good. And Republicans accusing Democrats of using scare tactics. But do either of them have a good plan for the future? Ben Ritz from the Progressive Policy Institute explains what both parties are missing when it comes to addressing Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid programs.
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TikTok has come under fire recently, with some U.S. officials going so far as to call for the government to ban the social media app. But do political figures like President Biden need this app to reach a critical audience of younger voters? Caroline Anders from the Washington Post outlines the strategy around social media politicking.
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After the midterms, we could have a divided government. Boyd chats about the importance of having strong Senate leadership.
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Counting the votes on election night is a massive undertaking. And the Associated Press is the only news organization that attempts such a feat. How do they do it? Meg Kinnard from the AP joins Inside Sources to discuss how the votes are counted down to the county level and who calls the election.
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Former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has secured a large majority in the Israeli elections, with official results set to be announced soon.
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Yesterday the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the 4th time this year. But the Labor Department recently came out with some new data on labor costs, trade deficits, productivity, and jobless claims. Jeff Cox from CNBC joins the show to break everything down and explain what it all means for workers, employees, and the economy as a whole.
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Big Tech is leaning into the immigration conversation. Big Tech policy leaders are calling for changes to immigration law to draw more high-skilled workers to our shores. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call explains how this comes on the heels of the Chips and Science Act and why lawmakers from both parties have failed to act despite agreeing that our immigration system needs a facelift.
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While you probably won't find it disguised as candy as the rumor goes... the fentanyl drug has quickly become a crisis here in the states. Last year it became the leading cause of death for young adults. Esther Eaton from The Dispatch joins Boyd to discuss how this morphed into a massive problem and why we need a multifaceted approach to solve it.
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For the past several elections, interference by Russia, Iran and other foreign governments has been the top concern. But this year, US officials are more worried about something else.... or someone else: American citizens and their lack of trust in free, fair elections. Jay Evensen from the Deseret News breaks down what's going on, how Utah has become the exception, and why we should have faith in elections.
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Last night, President Biden delivered a speech on democracy near the US Capitol in a last-ditch effort to sway voters ahead of the looming midterms. But was it the right message for the President? Boyd examines his remarks which didn't touch on voters' top concerns and explains why it won't have the impact the President thinks it will.
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Yuval Levin from the American Enterprise Institute wrote in the New York Times that Presidents Biden and Trump are the weakest presidents in modern history. Boyd explains why they lacked the leadership to carry out the responsibilities of the executive branch and breaks down what makes a great leader.
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The votes are being counted, and former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to make a comeback after this year's elections. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah joins Boyd to discuss what his re-election would mean for the Middle East.
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The Fed is taking another step to slow the economy with inflation running hot and the risk of a 2023 recession on the rise, Today, the Fed announced another interest rate hike of .75 percentage points. This is the 4th interest rate hike this year. Boyd looks at what Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said during his press conference today and what it all means for the markets and average Americans.
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The price tag for universities is a hefty one. Which is why President Biden decided to forgive student loans earlier this year. But how do we solve the issue of cost so that... whether its community college, trade school, or an elite university... young adults can go to school where it's the best fit for them? Author Phillip Levine discusses his recent book "A Problem of Fit: How the Complexity of College Pricing Hurts Students—and Universities."
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Republicans poised to take back the House, and possibly the Senate, are gearing up to investigate the SEC's environmental social governance investing requirements, AKA ESG. Gabriel Lozada from the University of Utah breaks down the economic pros and cons of ESG before Boyd dives into the politics of it all.
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One county in the Midwest has been eerily accurate in predicting the winners of elections: Sauk County, Wisconsin. With less than a week to go till the 2022 midterms, Kathy Gilsinan joins Boyd to discuss this polarized and predictive county, it's accurate track record, and it's wild swings from left to right.
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North Korea fired dozens of missiles yesterday, one of which crossed South Korea's maritime border for the first time. Scott Snyder from the Council on Foreign Relations joins Inside Sources to discuss what message North Korea is trying to send and how this is part of a cycle of escalation.
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On the surface, Former President Trump and President Biden could not look more different. They come from opposing political parties, their rhetoric is different, and their visions for the country are nearly polar opposites. But, beyond the headlines of their chaotic presidencies... there's one thing they do share. Yuval Levin from the American Enterprise Institue explains why both men have had the weakest presidencies since before the progressive era.
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Boyd chats about the swings in government power and the importance of not weaponizing the political process and procedures just because your party is in the majority. He also looks at political rallies and how they've lost their significance.
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The midterms elections are now just 7 days away. Many pollsters are predicting a red wave. But how well can polls predict the upcoming election results? Podcaster and Real Clear Politics contributor Bill Scher tells Boyd why polls can't always capture those final bursts of momentum heading up to the general election.
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Many pollsters are predicting a red wave, maybe even a red tsunami next week. But either way, what can we expect from Republicans if they take back Congress? One thing is on the docket: more oversight and investigations into the executive branch. Mya Jaradat from the Deseret News examines the culture of hearings and investigations and why impeachments are losing their meaning and significance.
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Yesterday President Biden threatened energy companies with a tax, a windfall tax, on what he called "war profiteering." If they don't reduce gas prices, then they will be taxed. But would such a move hurt energy corporations or energy consumers? Evan Halper from the Washington Post breaks down what the President is demanding and what the unintended consequences of such a tax could be.
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With inflation running high and Russia continuing to strike Ukraine... energy will remain a big political issue now and through winter. So, House Republicans have begun piecing together an ambitious energy agenda. Josh Siegl from POLITICO joins Boyd to discuss the Republican strategy and how it's intended to keep Democrats on their heels.
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Europe is bracing itself for a tough winter. Russia's war with Ukraine has contributed to spiking energy costs, and now it's having a ripple effect on another vital sector of the global economy: fertilizer. With high energy and fertilizer costs, Europe could have another type of crisis on its hands. Podcaster and journalist and Robert Bryce explains how European countries may be headed for a food shortage.
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Over 24 million votes have been cast for this year's midterm elections. That's according to NBC News' early voting tracker. But how is early voting going in Utah? Ryan Cowley is director elections in the Lieutenant Governor's office. He joins Inside Sources to discuss current turnout numbers and what voters should know with one week to go.
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Brazil just had a polarizing and very close election between 2 extreme candidates. Valentina Sader from the Atlantic Council breaks down how the far-left candidate Lula won, what we can expect from his administration, and how the results will impact Brazil's relationship with the US and China.
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The political rhetoric in our country often frames the conversation like this: my monster versus your monster. The campaign industrial complex creates them with their ads. And we, as Americans, create monsters out of those we disagree with. Boyd chats about why we need to get past that type of thinking.
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Supreme Court Justices are hearing oral arguments for one of two affirmative action cases today. Professor RonNell Andersen Jones from the University of Utah joins Boyd to give some context to the case, break down what the Justices' are saying, and share her insights into how she thinks the high court will rule.
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This election matters a lot. But beyond both sides' doomsaying, there are some important questions that voters, politicians, pollsters, and analysts should be asking. What will actually happen if Republicans win the House and Senate? What effect, if any, has abortion had on this election? Dispatch writer and ABC analyst Sarah Isgur asks and answers these questions and more.
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A new study conducted by the Wheatley Institute at BYU has found a link between family structure and digital technology use. Brad Wilcox from the Institute of Family Studies and the American Enterprise Institute breaks down how parents, families, and screen time are all connected.
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Democrats are in free-fall and have pulled their emergency chute--former President Obama. President Biden has stayed in D.C. while former President Obama has hit the campaign trail in races from Los Angeles to Wisconsin. Will Obama make a difference? Politico reporter Christopher Cadelago joins the show to discuss whether or not the former President can rally the base enough to reverse the red wave.
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Republicans clearly have the edge on Democrats this midterm season. But will the 2022 election be a red wave or a red tsunami? Recent polls seem to show it's the latter. Zoe Young is the vice president of Schoen Cooperman Research, and she explains where both parties stand with just 8 days to go till the midterm elections.
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Is the government too big only when the opposite party is in power? A new poll shows most Americans think so. J.D. Tuccille from Reason Magazine joins Inside Sources to discuss rising illiberalism and why we should adopt small government as a principle that applies to everyone, no matter where we stand on the political spectrum.
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Political violence has struck again, this time against Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband. Democrats blame Republicans' messaging for the attack, while the GOP has disavowed any link. They're both racing past the actual problem. Boyd breaks down how politicians from both sides have been raising the temperature and what can we do to cool down the national rhetoric.
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In today fast-paced, high tech world, there are so many things asking for our attention, making it more important than ever to be present. Boyd reflects on a rule written by George Washington on civility and what it can teach us about focusing on what's in front of us.
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Utah is changing... becoming more populated and more diverse. So, what does the state look like now? And as people from different backgrounds move to the Beehive state, how can we be more inclusive? Governor Spencer Cox joins wraps up the show with his thoughts on diversity and inclusion.
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People with disabilities are some of the most overlooked individuals in society today... especially in business. Leah Lobato from the Governor's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities joins Inside Sources to discuss how we can better utilize this marginalized group in the workplace.
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The Dignity Index has scored the social media posts of Utah's Senate candidates. Marty Carpenter and Kara Byrne from the Kem C. Gardner Institute break down the latest scores.
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How do we build high performing teams? As a former collegiate football player, Lee Rubin has spent his career helping some of the world's major companies build effective leadership teams. He breaks down how to do that and why diversity is a critical component.
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University of Utah Health is building an innovative community health center in West Valley which will include a hospital. RyLee Curtis from U Health explains how they're building it with health equity in mind.
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It's no secret that Utah is growing. At the same time, it's also becoming increasingly more diverse, especially in the business community. President and CEO of the Utah Black Chamber Sidni Shorter joins Boyd to discuss how we can support minority owned businesses in the state.
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How can we be more inclusive in the workplace? Stacy Bernal is an author, speaker, and the newest manager of diversity, equity, and inclusion for the Utah Jazz. She joins the show to discuss building a diverse and inclusive community and business.
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Boyd talks about how in order to move forward, politicians, business leaders, community leaders, faith leader, and citizens need to have courage.
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Utah Valley University is at the heart of Utah Valley and has really become a gathering place for leaders, not just in Utah, but across the world. President Astrid Tuminez joins Boyd to discuss what's gone here that's attracting so many business and community leaders.
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Utah is not immune to the challenges of poverty of hunger. But how can we help people really break out of poverty and rebuild their lives? Karen McCandless from Community Action Services and the Provo Food Bank explains why we need to change our approach to housing, the importance of political courage, and what people in poverty need the most, especially going into winter.
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A new medical school in Provo is taking a non-traditional approach to education. Schyler Richards from the Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine joins Inside Sources to discuss how they're reaching marginalized communities and a new vision for healthcare.
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Next Monday, we won't be the only ones handing out candy to trick or treaters on Halloween. The Federal Government is also dishing out tricks and treats to the American people. Dan Savickas from the Taxpayers Protection Alliance breaks down what they are and how you can tell the difference.
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Higher education has an important role to play in helping Utah grow and prosper. President of Ensign College Bruce Kusch joins the show to discuss some of the bachelor's degrees, certificates, and programs that are preparing students to enter society and start contributing.
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Nobody knows Utah better than former Governor of Utah Gary Herbert. Governor Herbert joins Inside Sources to discuss some of the challenges to Utah's growth and his vision for our state's future.
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Utah's growth and prosperity isn't just the responsibility of the government. Civic organizations, businesses, legislators, and Utahns all have a role to play. CEO and President of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce Curtis Blair joins Boyd to discuss the Growth and Prosperity Summit and UVU and how we can call work together to ensure the Beehive State is ready to meet future challenges.
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Rabbi Meir Soloveichik is the senior rabbi of the oldest Jewish congregation in America. He recently sat down with the Church News to discuss everything from his faith to religious liberty. Boyd examines what the Rabbi said about why America's vision of religious freedom is unique.
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Russia is getting desperate after months of setbacks during its war with Ukraine. Now, Western officials are concerned that Russian will launch a false flag attack to gain some momentum heading into winter. What is Russia saying? And how likely is such an attack? Ellen Mitchell from The Hill joins the show with the latest details.
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A variety of challenges lie ahead for Utah and the country... some of which are already plaguing us: a possible recession, a continual drought, partisanship, distrust, international threats, and more. Harvard Professor Arthur Brooks and Natalie Gochnour from the Kem C. Gardner Institute join Boyd to discuss how we can grow, as individual citizens and as a nation, so that we're prepared to face them.
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Justice Samuel Alito is speaking out about the leaked Dobbs decision from earlier this year. He told the Heritage Foundation that it made the majority targets of assassination attempts. Boyd examines what he had to say and why it's important for the public to accept Supreme Court rulings and take action through our democratic processes.
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We're 13 days away till the midterm elections, and the fate of the Senate is still a toss-up. Five Thirty-Eight polling shows Pennsylvania, Nevada, Arizona, and Georgia as the races that could decide who controls Congress next year. Boyd looks at who's ahead as well as some of the recent debates between candidates in these competitive states.
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President Biden delivered a speech today on what his administration plans to do to address inflation and provide relief to Americans. His remarks come as progressive Democrats urge their party to lean into messaging about the economy ahead of the midterms. But did President Biden reach voters with his comments today? Boyd looks at his remarks and explains why the President sounded out of touch.
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It's Cyberbullying month. Boyd chats about how to recognize a bully, how to know you're being bullied, and how to overcome our culture of bullying.
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October is cyberbullying month, and in that same spirit Meta is updating tools and guidelines aimed at minimizing the practice. Dr. Robert Traynham is head of Public Affairs for Meta, and he explains the reasoning behind changes to profile blocking, hidden words, and nudges to be respectful.
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Cracks are starting to show in the Democratic party's support of Ukraine. On Monday the Progressive Caucus sent Biden a letter pushing for direct diplomacy with Russia, but the writers withdrew the letter following intense resistance. Washington Post reporter Yasmeen Abutaleb joins Boyd to delve into the letter, its retraction, and the consequences it will have on the upcoming leadership battle.
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Divided American government looks likely following the upcoming midterms. The last example of divided government happened during the Trump administration, where a Democratic house spearheaded many investigations into the President's conduct. Will history repeat in 2023? Molly Reynolds of the Brookings Institution joins the show to explore that question.
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A new CEO has arrived to lead Utah's Aerospace and Defense Association, which could mean a boom in Utah's defense and tech industries. That new executive, Aaron Starks, joins Boyd to talk about his prior experience, what he will bring to the role, and his plans for the Association.
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The federal deficit is about to get a major boost by congress members on their way out the door after the midterm elections. The lame duck session of Congress is coming, with lawmakers planning to spend billions of dollars on everything from Ukraine to welfare. Romina Boccia of the CATO Institute joins Boyd to examine the many ways Congress will likely spend more dollars by the end of the year.
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A gubernatorial debate last night holds some important clues as to what voters can expect during the 2024 presidential race. Florida Governor Ron Desantis is a potential GOP presidential candidate, and he faced his Democratic challenger Charlie Crist Monday night. Boyd digs into the what the candidates said and what it all means for 2024.
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America's report card for grades 4 and 8 dropped today, and the results showed a shocking drop in test scores. It's the steepest decline ever reported. Frederick M. Hess, a senior fellow and the director of education policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), breaks down why math and reading scores tanked following the pandemic.
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The midterm elections have entered their final weeks. Boyd chats about the October surprises that could happen ahead of November 8th and a particular October surprise from 1647 that holds lessons for today.
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The Utah State Bar has joined with the S.J. Quinney College of Law to sponsor a symposium about the University's new bystander initiative. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah joins Boyd to discuss the role of the bystander and enabler in the community and criminal justice.
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Utah voters are starting to receive their ballots in the mail. But once they're filled out and dropped off at your local drop box... what happens next? Are your ballots safe? Utah's Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson joins Inside Sources to discuss election security and the voter registration process.
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It feels like Ground Hog Day across the pond. Great Britain's got a new prime minister following Liz Truss' resignation after just 44 days in office. Rishi Sunak was named as her replacement earlier today. Boyd looks at what the new prime minister has said about his vision for the country and what challenges lie ahead.
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House Democrats in competitive swing districts are finding themselves caught in the middle between the party's extremes. But the middle might just be the way to victory. Marianna Sotomayor from the Washington Post explains how vulnerable Democrats act as bell weather for Democrats and must decide whether to cater to the liberal base or win over moderates.
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When it comes to voters' top issues for November, the economy beats abortion. And yet, Democrats have opted to focus on abortion rights instead of the economy. But is that strategy working? New data from Schoen Cooperman Research suggests that Democrats need to shift the conversation. Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research breaks down what the polls say about Democrats' messaging.
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President Xi Jinping has done what no modern leader of China has been able to do: secure a third five-year term. The tightly choreographed 20th Communist Party Congress saw President Xi push out moderates and create a committee of strong loyalists. Ian Johnson from the Council on Foreign Relations joins Boyd to discuss China's messaging and what Xi's third term means for the US.
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After months of carve outs and rule changes to avoid legal challenges, a federal court has halted President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. Eric Boehm from Reason breaks down why the program was blocked, what it means for the millions of students applying for relief, and what some of the political consequences may be for President Biden.
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When it comes to life and politics, there are the pure optimists and the hopeless doomsayers. Boyd believes that if you want to survive the bumpy roads ahead, you need to be somewhere in the middle. Boyd tells the story of Admiral Jim Stockdale, who was a prisoner of war during the Vietnam War, how he survived, and what he learned about faith and hope.
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20 years ago this week, Congress approved George W. Bush's invasion of Iraq with the AUMF... AKA the 2002 Authorization for Use of Military Force. Since then, presidents have used the AUMF to justify military strikes not authorized by Congress. But could it be coming to an end soon? Olivier Knox from the Washington Post breaks down how some lawmakers are trying to repeal it and take back Congress' war powers.
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The Dignity Index has released new scores looking at campaign fundraising emails. Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute and Jesse Graham from the University of Utah join Inside Sources to break down the latest scores and what they mean.
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Earlier today, President Biden touted "historic deficit reduction" under his administration. He also blamed President Trump for increasing the deficit. But can the President really take credit for the deficit falling by $1.4 trillion? And by playing the blame game, are we missing out on solutions? Marc Goldwein from the Committee for a Responsible Budget explains what caused the deficit to fall and why lawmakers have a lot more work to do to get it under control.
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100 years ago this month, Utah's very own George Sutherland began serving on the United States Supreme Court. President and CEO of the Sutherland Institute Rick Larsen joins Boyd to discuss the former Justice's life, legacy, and lessons in leadership.
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Fewer and fewer Americans are using their dishwashers... which sounds absurd. Dishwashers were invented to make our lives easier! So why are people choosing to hand wash instead? Christian Britschgi from Reason explains how this is a classic case of federal energy regulations gone wrong.
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It's not very often that you get to sit down with the former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. But KSL NewsRadio's very own Tim Hughes did just that. He recently interviewed retired General Martin E. Dempsey. Tim joins Inside Sources to discuss what he learned from the General about belonging and leadership.
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Iranian troops are on the ground in Russia. It's the latest development in Putin's unjust war against Ukraine. Boyd breaks down what they're doing there, what US officials are saying, and what this means for the stalled nuclear agreement between us and Iran.
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The midterms are only 19 days away and ballots are starting to show up in Utahns' mailboxes. Boyd chats about the two questions we should be asking ourselves before casting our votes.
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The midterms are just 19 days away, and there is a significant chance that Republicans will take back control of the House. But if that happens, will the GOP continue to fund Ukraine in its war with Russia? Alexander Bolton from The Hill explains why Kevin McCarthy and Mitch McConnell are not seeing eye to eye, the politics at play, and what kind of aid we can expect going forward.
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Following President Biden's student loan forgiveness program... there's been a lot of talk lately about taxing university endowments. Instead of taxpayers paying for student debt.. why not make universities pay for it? The question is whether or not that's good policy. Alex Muresianu from the Tax Foundation breaks down the value of colleges and why we shouldn't be so quick to pile taxes on these institutions.
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Runaway inflation, lawlessness, and an unchecked southern border. These are just a few examples of the chaos unraveling across the country. But could it have an impact on the midterm elections? Boyd explains how chaos is bad for the party in power, and it's on the ballot this year.
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Utahns are starting to get their ballots in the mail this week... but only if their names are on Utah's voter registration database. What is that database? And how do officials make sure ballots don't go to the wrong house or to deceased people? KSL NewsRadio's Lindsay Aerts has a new, in-depth report about how Utah keeps our voter rolls up to date.
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A Utah based outdoor gear company, Cotopaxi, is closing its doors in San Francisco after 1 year there. CEO and Founder Davis Smith announced the decision this week citing multiple break ins by organized theft rings. Davis joins the show to discuss what's going on, some of the local policies that are enabling crime and creating chaos, and how businesses can work with communities to create better environments.
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The Other Side Academy's tiny home village for the homeless is officially coming to Salt Lake City. The City Council this week voted to approve the project. Joseph Grenny is the Founder of the Other Side Academy, and he joins Inside Sources to discuss next steps, how the community will work, and how it will impact Utah's chronically homeless population.
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After just 44 days in office, British Prime Minister Liz Truss has resigned. Her announcement came on the heels of a botched economic plan that failed to boost growth. But was it her policies that were the problem? Or was it her leadership? Boyd talks about how the Prime Minister's timing was all wrong and what lessons this holds for the midterms and US lawmakers and candidates trying to steer our economy away from a recession.
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Students across the world are suffering significant learning losses in writing. Boyd chats with Jeff Caplan about the importance of this ignored discipline and tips for becoming good writers.
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Earlier this year, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, New York Times best-selling author Kyle Duncan spent weeks in Ukraine collecting first-hand accounts of the people living through it, their grit, and grace. Kyle joins Inside Sources to discuss his experience and what he learned.
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2 years after the pandemic, we're starting to see just how much students are struggling with their education. In Australia, students are falling so far behind in writing, some are being categorized as illiterate. But it's not just a problem in Australia. It's also a problem in the US. Michael Connolly from Inkling Communications explains how we got here and how we can reverse the trend.
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Earlier today, President Biden delivered remarks on the costs of energy, announcing his plans to pull from the strategic petroleum reserve and blaming Big Oil for high prices. The President also announced $2.8 billion in grants for US battery supply chains. Boyd looks at his remarks and how he's trying to balance pleasing his base while addressing the energy crisis 3 weeks before the midterms.
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As the midterms draw near and both parties fear losing power in Congress... politicians on the left and right have started playing the "political blame game," so that when they lose voters will blame someone else. Boyd looks at who's pointing fingers and who is trying to cement his place as the power broker for 2024.
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We are just 20 days away from the midterm elections, and House races across the country are shaping up. But do they lean towards Republicans or Democrats? POLITICO's latest Election Forecast shows several House races moving in the GOP's favor. The Senate remains a toss up. Steven Shepard from POLITICO breaks down which contests are flipping red and how they might impact the control of Congress come November.
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The Iranian regime has been cracking down on protesters after the death of an Iranian woman at the hands of the morality police. It's not the first time something like this has happened. So, what's different this time? Reza Aslan is a leading expert in world religions and a renowned writer, professor and producer. He joins Boyd to discuss the amazing acts of bravery by Iranian women, the instability of the regime, and his new book, "An American Martyr in Persia: The Epic Life and Tragic Death of Howard Baskerville" where he answers the critical question, whose freedom should we defend and support?
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Life isn't always black in white. Humans are more complex than we give them credit for. Boyd talks about the importance of valuing that complexity and making room for it to thrive.
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Are people replacing religion with politics? Today, America's religious population is declining, while the religiously unaffiliated is on the rise. Author, professor, and speaker Heather Thompson Day says that people are putting their faith in politics. She explains why this might have a negative impact on society as well as politics and gives advice on how we can overcome the divides that this creates.
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We're often told that Americans are too polarized and too partisan... with warnings that we're on the brink of a civil war. But is that true? A new study has found that we aren't so far apart on the political spectrum as we're told to believe. Anthony Fowler from the University of Chicago explains how most Americans fall somewhere in the middle and will play a significant role in upcoming elections.
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Gun violence is an issue that continues to plague our country. So, the Deseret News and Kem C. Gardner Institute have brought together panelists from across the country to find common ground solutions. Ari Davis from the John Hopkins' Bloomberg School of Public Health is on the panel, and he breaks down what he believes we can do to reduce gun violence in our communities.
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The Dignity Index has come out with some new scores for the 2nd congressional district debate and last night's Senate debate. Jesse Graham from the University of Utah and Tami Pyfer from UNITE join Boyd to discuss how well our candidates are treating each other on stage.
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Gas prices continue to be a top priority for Americans. And while government can't completely control prices... there are a few things they can do to ease the pain at the pump. So, what is the Biden Administration doing? A new report finds that the President is ramping up pressure on big oil companies. Adam Cancryn from POLITICO joins Inside Sources with the latest details.
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Last night's debate between Senator Mike Lee and challenger Evan McMullin is already splashed across headlines. Some have called it unusual. Others a blood bath. The question is... are we getting to the right conversations on the debate stage? Are we moving the needle on anything? Boyd chats about what's wrong with debates these days and how we can get to a better future.
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Boyd recaps last week's debate and talks about what he hopes to see at tonight's Senate debate between Senator Mike Lee and Evan McMullin.
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Seniors who benefit from Social Security can expect bigger checks in their mailboxes next year. The program recently received the largest increase in its cost-of-living adjustment in 40 years to help retired seniors pay for housing, groceries, and more. But the increase might be based on an outdated inflation measure. Romina Boccia from the CATO Institute breaks down how this raises costs for taxpayers and the reforms that could help us save billions of dollars.
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Many Democrats have been trying to make the midterm elections a referendum on former President Donald Trump. But is that a winning strategy? Former President Barrack Obama appeared on "Pod Save America" recently where he advised Democrats to avoid making the election about his successor.
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Earlier today, Governor Cox delivered remarks on the negative effects that social media has on kids. Eliza Pace is a digital producer and journalist for KSL TV who has studied teen mental health and social media extensively. She joins Boyd to discuss the Governor's speech and some of the important research coming out about social media's impact on teens.
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New polls over the weekend show Republicans taking the lead by 4 points ahead of the midterm elections. But when you go beyond the numbers... there's one trail you can follow if you want to find out who really has the edge in the midterms... the money trail. Henry Olsen from the Ethics and Public Policy Center explains what Republican and Democrat spending patterns suggest about who is in the lead.
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Congressman Chip Roy from Texas is visiting Utah today. He joins Boyd to discuss some of the biggest issues of the day including everything from inflation to energy to immigration.
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We're now 22 days away from the midterm elections, and there's a third-party candidate that's making waves in Arizona. Marc Victor is a Libertarian candidate who is polling at 15%. J.D. Tuccille from Reason breaks down why voters are resonating with his message and what it means for the future of our 2-party system.
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A major political conference was held in China this past weekend...the 20th Communist Party Conference. President Xi Jinping... who is expected to be elected to another term as China's leader... delivered a grim speech. Boyd looks at what he said about Taiwan and socialism and what it means for the US.
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What do we need to come together to solve problems and overcome hostility? Boyd shares a story about research group looking at how young men in Oklahoma solved a water supply problem.
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The Michael O. Leavitt Center for Politics & Public Service at SUU offers lots of amazing opportunities to their students. Abigail Hales, a student here, recently had the opportunity to moderate some local debates. She joins Boyd to discuss her experience and what she's learned. Mary Weaver Bennett is the director of the Leavitt Center, and she weighs in on the student experience as well.
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The Dignity Index has released its scores for the 4th congressional district debate and third-party ads. Maura Carabello from the Exoro Group and KSL at Night as well as Jesse Graham from the University of Utah take us behind the numbers.
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Just a few weeks ago, the first woman was inaugurated as Southern Utah University's 17th president... Mindy Benson. President Benson joins Boyd to discuss her new role, the exciting things happening on campus, as well as the university's 125th anniversary and some of her priorities.
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The Leavitt Center at SUU is the only student run politics center in the state of Utah. Jacob Gunderson is a student there who helps with marketing and tonight's 2nd district debate. He joins Boyd to discuss his experience, the political and policy conversations going on, and what he wishes the people in power understood about his generation.
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Boyd is broadcasting live from SUU, and right across the hall is SUU's student run radio station, full of Utah's up and coming reporters, producers, and talk show hosts. Megan Newbold and Layton Evans are some of the students who help run Thunder 91. They join Inside Sources to discuss their experience.
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Tonight's the night. The candidates in Utah's second congressional district are facing off in a debate at Southern Utah University. But there's a lot that goes into putting these debates together. Erik Nielsen from the Utah Debate Commission breaks down who's participating tonight, what's happening behind the scenes, and what we should be listening for.
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Utah's first, last, and only Senate debate will happen this upcoming Monday between incumbent Senator Mike Lee and Evan McMullin. Boyd is joined by Senator Mike Lee to discuss everything from his campaign to some of the biggest issues of the day.
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Boyd shares a story about General Robert E. Lee and how he handled disagreements and talks about learning to build bridges and how the way we disagree says something about who we are.
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Tomorrow, Utah's second congressional candidates will participate in a debate at Southern Utah University that Boyd will be moderating. Incumbent Congressman Chris Stewart will be on the stage, and he joins Inside Sources to discuss what he's learned on the campaign trail and some of the biggest issues of the day.
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If you thought last month's falling gas prices were a good sign.. you're going to want to think again. Across the board, inflation rose by .04% in September according to the latest report. Jeff Cox from CNBC breaks down the numbers, how they will affect households and workers, and what we can expect from the Fed moving forward.
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After Saudi Arabia decided to cut oil production last week, DC lawmakers were shocked and outraged. Now the Biden administration is reconsidering our relationship with the Saudis. Daniel DePetris from Defense Priorities says this move by OPEC and its Russia-led partners isn't really a surprise and explains why it's significant that Saudi Arabia isn't a US ally, but a partner.
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As we look towards a more sustainable energy future... what will be Utah's role in driving us forward? And specifically, what can Utah's business community do to help lead us along? President and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber Derek Miller joins Boyd to discuss the Chamber's business vision for Utah's energy future.
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Senator Ben Sasse of Nebraska is expected to retire from the Senate this year to become the next president of the University of Florida. The news comes as both parties battle for control of the Senate this fall. James Wallner from the R Street Institute explains what his exit means for Republicans and how it could cause trouble for Leader Mitch McConnell.
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Washington DC is one of the richest cities in the US. And many political candidates have called for 'draining the swamp.' But what happens to their convictions when they get to the Capitol? Boyd chats about how politicians often become part of the elites who they rail against and how we can get back to what the Founders intended for Congress.
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This Friday, the 14th, Utah's second congressional candidates will participate in a debate at Southern Utah University that Boyd will be moderating. Democrat Nick Mitchell will be on the stage, and he joins Inside Sources to discuss what he's learned on the campaign trail and how he's prepping for the debate.
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One enterprising Utah high school senior has started an organization aimed at helping students engage with each other and disagree better. It's called Polempathy. Founder Ben Murton joins Boyd to discuss his goals and how the organization will help decrease polarization.
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The Biden Administration has released a draft regulation that would classify more gig workers as employees so they can get more benefits. But is this a good fit for today's economy? Christian Britschgi from Reason says this could lead to more confusion, lawsuits, and unwanted rigidity.
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This November, 63 judges will be on the ballot in Utah, and voters will have a chance to decide who gets appointed to the bench. But since judges don't campaign directly, many Utahns have no idea how to fill out that section of the ballot. Jennifer Yim from the Utah Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission tells voters everything they need to know to make an informed decision.
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Senate races in Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio have dominated the headlines for months. But while the talking heads focus on the flashy, celebrity drama in those races... there's one state that could determine the Senate majority going into 2023: Nevada. Price St. Clair from The Dispatch explains why Nevada is a key battleground race and what factors are at play there.
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On October 16th, the Communist Party of China will kick off its 20th National Congress. President Xi Jinping is expected to receive a third term. Ian Johnson from the Council on Foreign Relations explains how Xi Jinping has consolidated power and what we can expect from him during a third term in Taiwan and on the international stage.
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Russia continues to fire missiles at Ukraine while also claiming arrests for the Crimean Bridge bombing. But as Vladimir Putin plows ahead with his war there... behind the façade of his military power... his inner circle is crumbling. Jamie Dettmer from POLITICO Europe breaks down what's happening and how this could this be the beginning of the end for the dictator.
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Boyd teaches how we can become better at persuading others, not by going down the social media rabbit hole, but by being gentle, kind, and more.
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Tomorrow, the candidates in Utah's 4th congressional district are expected to debate, including January Walker from the United Utah Party. January joins Inside Sources to discuss everything from the campaign trail, tomorrow's debate, and her message to voters.
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Has Congress abandoned its stewardship of the national purse? Recently, Congress kicked the can down the road and passed another continuing resolution. Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute explains why this is a poor way to budget and how the incentives are working against lawmakers.
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Just last month, we narrowly avoided a looming rail strike that would have thrown the US economy into chaos. Or so we thought. Derricke Dennis from ABC News explains why the US' third largest railroad union has rejected a deal that the White House helped negotiate in September and what the consequences might be.
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Using political ads to humanize issues like immigration or healthcare is a popular political strategy. But how effective is it at changing public opinion? BYU political Science professor Joshua Gubler joins the show to discuss a new study looking at media messages and how well they combat prejudice.
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Last night, Congressman Blake Moore and his Democratic challenger Rick Jones hit the debate stage. The Dignity Index scored the debate, looking at how the candidates treated each other. Project Director of the Dignity Index Tom Rosshirt and Samantha Ball from the Kem C. Gardner Institute join Boyd to discuss the latest scores.
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Israel and Lebanon have come to an historic agreement on maritime borders. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah gives some context to the deal and explains why it's significant and how this will impact the global energy crisis, especially in Europe.
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Many in America have hailed the Inflation Reduction Act as one of President Biden's greatest legislative achievements so far. But across the pond... our allies have a different opinion. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post breaks down why countries like Britain and Japan are upset and how this comes during a time when the US' trade agenda seems to be shifting.
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Happy Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day! A lot of people are sparring over whether or not we should celebrate one or the other. But Boyd says we're focused on the wrong thing. He chats about why, in our cancel culture world, it's important to have grace for those who lived in the past.
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Last week, President Biden warned of a nuclear Armageddon following Russian President Putin's threats. But over the weekend, US officials rolled back the President's statements. Boyd looks at the problems caused by the President's comments and what's happening in Ukraine.
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Utah 1st district candidates will hit the debate stage at Weber State tonight. How has the election debate changed over time and how can we make it better? Mark Galaviz from Weber State University breaks down how debates have evolved and what he's listening for tonight and as Utah's debate season continues.
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Last week, President Biden issued an executive order pardoning thousands of marijuana offenders. Many people wanted the President to go further and reschedule the drug. But it's Congress, not the President, who has the power to do that. So why haven't they... despite a majority of voters supporting cannabis reform? John Hudak from the Brookings Institution joins Boyd with a look at why 2022 candidates aren't talking about it and what role voters play in holding politicians accountable.
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After lawmakers delayed the 2023 fiscal year appropriations, Congress is currently preparing a new omnibus spending package for the upcoming year. Romina Boccia from the CATO Institute explains why lawmakers should avoid including earmark spending in the bill after a fiscally irresponsible $9.1 billion worth of earmarks were snuck into the most recent one.
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For months, Democrats have been trying to make the midterm elections a referendum on so-called extreme positions of the GOP party. But new polling suggests that their message is falling flat with a very important voting bloc: swing voters. Carly Cooperman from Schoen Cooperman Research joins us for a look behind the numbers at why Democrats' agenda isn't resonating with swing voters and why they trust Republicans.
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Americans continue to feel the squeeze of inflation...but there's one group that's disproportionately bearing the weight of it: lower- and middle-income households. Alex Durante from the Tax Foundation breaks down the recent CBO report on inflation and explains how inflation acts like a tax on these already struggling Americans.
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The midterm elections are just 4 weeks away. And while early voting has already begun in some states... many Americans have yet to turn in their ballots... including a very disillusioned Generation Z. The question is.. will these young people turn out to vote? Mariana Alforo from the Washington Post breaks down how Gen Z is becoming more civically engaged and how they could impact the 2022 midterms.
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The Dignity Index has released the first scores for Utah's candidates who are running for Congress. The Dignity Index looks at how candidates treat their opponents online, in speeches, or during debates. Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute and Jesse Graham from the University of Utah break down the latest scores, what they mean, and the science behind the index.
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President Camille Johnson of the Relief Society and President Susan Porter of the Primary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently wrapped up a global ministry tour in South America. They join Boyd to discuss their ministry, relief work, the challenges women and children face across the globe and how we can bring more of them to the table.
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We're watching the Supreme Court's new term closely. And there's one case in particular that threatens Section 230... which protects Big Tech companies from lawsuits over content on their platforms. Shoshanna Weissman from the R Street Institute breaks down the case and how it would impact tech companies, social media, and free speech.
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The September jobs report is out... and it holds some good news for workers and perhaps some bad news for the Federal Reserve which has been trying to slow down the economy with interest rate hikes. Jeff Cox from CNBC breaks down the numbers which show positive job growth and lower unemployment and explains what we can expect from the Fed moving forward.
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As we enter debate season in Utah, it's important for voters to engage in the process. But what should voters be asking themselves as they consider who to vote for? Boyd breaks down the questions that can help Utahns evaluate who deserves their support.
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How will the Inflation Reduction Act impact seniors and their health care expenses? KSL NewsRadio's Heather Kelly interviewed Bill Sweeney, the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at AARP, on her podcast Money Making Sense. She joins Boyd to discuss what she learned about how the IRA will impact things from Medicare to drug prices.
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A new fiscal year has begun for the federal government. And as our national debt hits an unbelievable $31 trillion dollars... maybe it's time for Congress to implement some fiscal new year's resolutions. Andrew Lautz from the National Taxpayers Union Foundation breaks down the 9 resolutions Congress should adopt to curb our ballooning debt.
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We're rolling into debate season... starting with Utah's 3rd congressional district debate tonight at Brigham Young University. Communications and Political Consultant Matt Dole breaks down what candidates need to know to succeed.
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Tonight, the candidates in Utah's 3rd congressional district will debate the issues of the day ahead of this year's midterm elections. Incumbent Republican Congressman John Curtis joins Boyd to discuss the debate, his message to voters, and the Conservative Climate Summit happening next week.
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It's debate season in Utah! Over the next week... all of Utah's candidates running for a seat in Congress will hit the debate stage. Boyd breaks down when voters can watch and gives an inside look at the Dignity Index rolling out this week.
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Robert Skinner from the United Nations is at UVU today for the UN's "Why it Matters" conference. He joins Boyd to discuss how government, private businesses, faith-based organizations and individuals can work together to solve some of the world's toughest challenges.
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This week, Utah Valley University is hosting the United Nations conference "Why it Matters" where hundreds of local and global leaders as well as academics and students are gathering to discuss everything from poverty to education to clean energy. Chief International Officer for Utah Valley University Baldomero Lago explains how this partnership with the UN came about and what's happening at the conference.
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In a piece for Fox News, former Senator Joe Lieberman explains why a religious awakening could help heal some of the division and hate in America.
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As we begin a new term for the Supreme Court, there are many cases relating to religious rights and freedoms that the court may hear, and their rulings will effect all Americans. Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News joins Boyd to give some context to these cases and discuss how they will impact religious individuals and organizations.
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By mobilizing more troops, annexing occupied territory, and threatening nuclear weapons... Russian President Vladimir Putin hopes to regain the upper hand in Ukraine. But is all of that enough? Paul Sonne from the Washington says there are significant limits to Putin's military power in Ukraine.
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We're marching towards the midterms... and as Republican candidates craft their message over the next month... they may want to keep a close eye on a part of their base that just isn't turning out this year... rural voters. Jessica Piper from POLITICO explains why these voters are staying home and how it could impact Republicans and Democrats this fall.
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While Congress is out of session, there is still a lot going on across the country. Boyd looks at some of the news of the day you may have missed including Governor Ron DeSantis and President Biden working together to provide hurricane relief, the US response to OPEC slashing oil production, and New York Yankee Aaron Judge breaking a home run record.
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The midterm elections are 34 days away.. and we're seeing an interesting trend pop up in recent polls... split tickets in key elections. Why are voters supporting Republican candidates in some races and Democratic candidates in others? And how might this impact the control of Congress this fall? Merrill Matthews from the Institute for Policy Innovation breaks down how bad candidates are driving the split.
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American gross national debt has topped a jaw-dropping $31 trillion.... and-- unfortunately, with the Fed raising interest rates-- by next year we could be paying an extra $1 trillion above that in interest alone. Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute breaks down how we got here with out-of-control spending and failure to lock in low interest rates.
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We live in a serious world where things don't always end up the way we'd wish. Life isn't perfect. So how do we get through it? Boyd shares the story of the famous tennis player Roger Federer who retired and lost his last several matches, and yet stayed positive. Boyd explains how a little laughter and a little dreaming can make our imperfect moments, perfect.
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DC lawmakers often use the immigration crisis at our border as a political football. But this approach has had a real cost, both in resources and human lives, and our immigration system is buckling under lack of leadership among other things. Immigration lawyer and former US Diplomat Chris Richardson explains how we can build a more functional immigration system, focused on doing what's right rather than what's easy.
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In 1996 a random shooting took the life of Zach Snarr and rocked the community of Salt Lake. But decades after this tragedy faded away from the headlines... the next chapter of the story began... with a letter from the shooter. Amy Donaldson is the host of the KSL podcast "The Letter" and she joins the show to discuss her podcast and what she's learned about forgiveness.
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Whether in politics, business, or at home... having a mentor and being a mentor are often the keys to success. But what does it take to become a master at mentoring? Scott Miller from FranklinCovey joins Boyd to discuss his new book, "Master Mentors: Transformative Insights From Our Greatest Minds, Volume 2."
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As we head into the fall and winter months... the US faces many challenges at home and abroad. Aggression from authoritarian states like China, Russia, and North Korea... an inflated economy... and serious water supply concerns here in the state of Utah. Senator Mitt Romney breaks down what's going on and the common-sense, bipartisan and even simple solutions we can use to solve the big issues of our day.
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Discourse in America is less civil now than it was even a few years ago. And as we head into the midterm elections... it's heating up rather than cooling down.... from cruel attack ads to name calling on the debate stage. But a new measure will score candidates on how well they treat their opponents. It's called the Dignity Index. Tim Shriver from UNITE joins Boyd to explain how it will bring dignity back into our discourse.
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Defending the rights of religion and belief, freedom of speech and of the press, freedom to assemble, and the freedom to petition the government is the responsibility of every citizen. The interdependent nature of these freedoms not only requires every citizen to defend them generally and to defend them for those we agree with but, more importantly, to defend these rights for those with whom we disagree. Indeed, if all Americans, believers and non-believers, do not put the first freedoms first, we will not have a sustainable republic that will last. Through numerous interviews, we will paint the picture of why these first freedoms are first. Hosted by: Boyd Matheson. Produced by: Bella Pinnock.
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A potemkin village is a facade constructed to deceive those within and without regimes. Vladimir Putin has created a potemkin village to deceive people all over the world, and we see how ignoring reality has brought devastation to millions. Boyd explains how we need to work within our businesses, political circles, and communities to break down our own potemkin villages.
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Utah is famous for being one of the youngest states in the nation thanks to our high birthrate. However, childcare in the state is incredibly expensive. Kelli Pierce from the R Street Institute breaks down how Utah's zoning laws are to blame and how we can fix the zoning process.
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California has long been home to the world's major tech companies. Now many of these companies are dispersing across the United States... including here in Utah where we have our own Silicon Slopes. Alexandra Seymour from the Center for a New American Security explains how this dispersal could benefit American innovation, national security, and economy.
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Today marks the start of the Supreme Court's new term. And from affirmative action to election laws... it will be an important one. Zach Montellaro from POLITICO joins Inside Sources to break down 2 of the big cases being heard, including one tomorrow, that could shape or reshape elections ahead of 2024.
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President Dallin H. Oaks of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivered remarks over the weekend on the Church's humanitarian efforts worldwide. Boyd looks at what he had to say at the 192nd Semiannual General Conference about collaborating with other organizations, service, and religious freedom.
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We're now 36 days out from the midterm elections. And in tight election years like this one... margins matter. A recent New York Times/Siena poll found that Democrats' lead with Latino voters matches Biden's narrow margin of victory with the group in 2020. Zoe Young from Schoen Cooperman Research breaks down why more Latino voters are shifting right and how Democrats can get them back.
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What impact will the green tax credits in the Inflation Reduction Act have on climate change and greenhouse gas emissions? The House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis recently held a hearing to find out. And we had an Inside Source at the hearing... Philip Rossetti, resident senior fellow at the R Street Institute, who testified before lawmakers. He joins Boyd to discuss the hearing and the impact of the tax credits.
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Today, Russia's legislature is moving ahead with Vladimir Putin's decision to annex 4 parts of Ukraine. This latest act tells us something significant about the dictator and his unjust war - He's losing. The question now is... can Putin save face? Or is he on an irreversible course towards military and political defeat? Boyd looks at what US officials said about the situation over the weekend.
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Freedom of religion. The freedom of speech and of the press. The right to assemble and to petition the government. These are our first amendment rights. And it's the responsibility of every citizen to defend them and put these first freedoms first. Boyd previews his upcoming special on the interconnectedness of our first amendment rights. Catch Boyd's General Conference special this weekend on Sunday, October 2nd from 12-1pm on KSL NewsRadio!
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3 members of the Mormon Battalion are buried at the California site Tragedy Spring. But recently this site has been severely damaged. Can it be restored? Dan Bammes is a reporter for KSL NewsRadio and he joins Boyd to discuss his upcoming special for General Conference about the historians and volunteers working to restore this site to its former beauty.
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A lot of our military veterans struggle with mental health after returning home from service. But there may be more service men and women taking their own lives than we previously knew. Holly Richardson from Utah Policy and the Deseret News discusses a new study that shows veteran suicides are being underreported and explains what we can do to better help the veteran community.
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Yesterday President Biden hosted a summit and signed a broad deal to aid a chain of island nations in the Pacific. The move was intended to counter China's growing influence there. Henry Olsen from the Washington Post breaks down why this partnership is an important first step for the United States, our national security, and the broader effort to push back against China's inroads in such a strategic region.
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Utah has a rich pioneer history. But there are so many pioneers... from black pioneers to female suffragists... whose stories have gone untold... until recently. Mary Richards from Church News joins Boyd to discuss her General Conference special airing this weekend, “175 years of Progress: Discovering new stories of Utah’s pioneers” and the legacy of these inspiring men and women.
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Is free speech on college campuses a lost cause? Sam Abrams from the American Enterprise Institute and Sarah Lawrence College doesn't think so. He breaks down how elite universities favor censoring speech more than lower-ranked institutions... and how Gen Z is more open to free speech than Millennials.
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The Biden Administration has decided to scale back the President's student loan forgiveness program. The Education Department has announced that some 800,000 students will no longer be receiving loan forgiveness. Ben Ritz from the Progressive Policy Institute explains why the policy changed, who will be affected, and what the consequences of this policy move could be.
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In his latest move in the war against Ukraine, President Putin has broken international law and annexed parts of Ukraine, placing them under Russian sovereignty. Is this the beginning of a new Cold War between the West and Russia? Or is it just a sign that Putin has been defeated, and knows he's been defeated? Boyd looks at what this escalation means and how the US is responding.
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What does the future of Utah's Silicon Slopes look like? It's all about the office experience. Brad Rencher, CEO of BambooHR, breaks down how quiet quitting and the Great Resignation are symptoms of a toxic workplace. Plus, he explains how Utah has been trailblazer in the tech sector and says we have a responsibility to carry that ambition forward.
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Davis Smith is the CEO and Founder of Cotopaxi and one of the speakers at this year's Silicon Slopes Summit. He discusses his partnership with Silicon Slopes to give access to refugees who want to come to the Summit and the importance of diversity in business.
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Jonathan Johnson is the CEO of Overstock and one of the speakers at this year's Silicon Slopes Summit. He joins Inside Sources to discuss the Summit, the government regulations that strangle businesses, and the importance of being continual learners.
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Garrett Clark is the Executive Director of Silicon Slopes and one of the speakers at this year's Summit. He joins Boyd to discuss Silicon Slopes Serves as well as the interesting conversations going on at the Summit.
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Brother Andrew... the Dutch Evangelical missionary who smuggled bibles into communist countries during the Soviet Union.... has passed away at the age of 94. Daniel Silliman from Christianity Today explains who he was, how he became a bible smuggler, and what his legacy will be.
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John Bowers is the CBO & Partnerships Director at Silicon Slopes. He joins Boyd at Vivint Arena to discuss how we can bring creators together and growth stage funding for entrepreneurs.
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Cydni Tetro is the CEO of Brandless and one of the speakers at the Silicon Slopes Summit. She joins Boyd to discuss women in tech, their impressive contributions in the tech sector, and how we can open more doors for women to pursue careers in STEM.
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What powers the free world? Is it politicians? Or entrepreneurs? Boyd is joined by Clint Betts, the CEO and Co-Founder of Silicon Slopes. Clint discusses the vision of the Silicon Slopes Summit and how businesses can work together with the government to solve some of today's biggest problems.
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Utah Tech University President Richard Williams will be part of the Silicon Slopes Summit where Inside Sources will be broadcasting from tomorrow. He joins Boyd to discuss the summit, its alignment with Utah Tech's polytechnic mission. Plus, President Williams shares a few highlights from the university's rebranding campaign and how it has transformed the school.
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More than 180,000 Russians have fled their homeland since Vladimir Putin announced a military mobilization. But several countries neighboring Russia have announced they will not accept any Russian civilians fleeing the draft. But by not welcoming them into their lands... are they helping Putin? Fiona Harrigan from Reason says that welcoming Russians would hurt Putin's ability to mobilize and would protect dissidents.
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President Biden has stayed noticeably away from the campaign trail this election cycle. But he's still raising money and speaking about Democrats' priorities.. albeit from a distance. Christopher Cadelago from POLITICO explains all midterm factors the President is trying to balance so he doesn't drag candidates, especially those in swing states, down.
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The Senate has reached a deal to fund the government and avoid a shutdown... without Senator Joe Manchin's permitting reform that Democrats promised would be included in the bill. Boyd looks at why Senator Joe Manchin backed down and where we go from here.
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Throughout the entire Ukraine Crisis, Putin has listened to one person - himself. But now, he's facing a lot of setbacks and challenges: Ukraine's patriotism, the West's readiness, and his own military's lack of prowess. So, what's his endgame? David Von Drehle from the Washington Post explains what Russia might do to end the war and breaks down the tough decisions the West will have to make.
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Employers around the nation are seeing their employees mentally check out of their jobs. The crisis has been referred to as quiet quitting. So, what's driving this phenomenon? Erica Schroder from the R Street Institute explains how workplace cultures are leaving employees feeling drained and how employers can motivate and inspire their workers.
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America's top universities --Yale, Harvard, and other Ivy league schools-- currently enjoy the centuries old benefit of being tax exempt. An exemption granted to them due to their immensely important task of elevating the public through education. But with over $53 billion in the bank, are these elite institutions still elevating their students? Evan Mandery from John Jay College explains what needs to change at these colleges to help lift people out of poverty and give them the tools they need to contribute to society.
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Recently, Elder Quentin L. Cook from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints led the NYC interfaith commission on a tour of Church headquarters. Boyd looks at what he and members of the commission had to say about religious freedom and explains how that freedom allows faith-based organization to make a positive difference in the world. Plus, Elder Ulisses Soares of the Church of Jesus Christ met with religious leaders, including Pope Francis, in Kazakhstan. Boyd looks at what he had to say about how religion fills the world's need for human connection and religious tolerance.
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The weather is perfect right now - not too hot, not too cold - but that's not going to last. Winter weather will be upon us soon, so how can we prepare now for the chilly days ahead? Wade Mathews from the Utah Division of Emergency Management joins Inside Sources to discuss how to protect ourselves when the weather turns bad.
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Protests are breaking out across Iran after a woman was killed by the country's morality police for failing to cover her hair. Amos Guiora from the University of Utah explains how the US is responding, what this means for the US' hopes of re-entering the Iran Nuclear Deal, and what we can learn from the women of Iran about courage.
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The Congressional Budget Office has scored the Biden Administration's student debt relief program, and the price tag for American taxpayers is hefty: Roughly $400 Billion. Preston Cooper from The Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity discusses the unseen costs of student debt forgiveness that the CBO missed and how can we reform higher education so we don't have to cancel debt like this in the future.
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From Ukraine to Afghanistan, the US has welcomed tens of thousands of refugees to its shores. But the White House is still falling short of its goals. So, the Biden Administration plans to launch a private refugee sponsorship program to help resettle more refugees. Caroline Simon from Roll Call breaks down how the program would work and how it might protect refugees from the whims of future presidential administrations.
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The Democrats have released the details of a short-term spending bill ahead of a looming government shutdown. But Democrats are divided over Senator Manchin's permitting reform, which Majority Leader Chuck Schumer promised to include. What challenges lie ahead for the bill? And can lawmakers prevent a shutdown? Faith Abubey from ABC News joins the show to discuss what comes next.
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Through the years... vice presidents have complained about being powerless.. or as John Adams said, the most insignificant office ever. But is that true? This week, Vice President Kamala Harris is on a diplomatic mission to Asia. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post explains that this trip shows how the role of the VP is an important one but has evolved. Olivier also breaks down the details of the trip.
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Senator Kyrsten Sinema spoke during an event at the McConnell Center at the University of Louisville in Kentucky over the weekend. She expressed her support for the 60-vote threshold, the filibuster rule that lawmakers on the right and left often toss aside. Boyd looks at her argument and explains why he agrees with her.
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Senator Kyrsten Sinema is making waves after saying she wants the Senate to go back to requiring 60 votes to pass legislation. James Wallner from the R Street Institute explains how the 60-vote threshold would slow government down and require more compromise.
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Last Friday, the Biden-Harris Administration announced new funding to address the very real and very prevalent Opioid epidemic in the United States. Utah got a solid chunk from that budget, totaling almost $11 million dollars. VaRonica Little from the Utah Department of Health and Human services gives an update on the opioid crisis in Utah and explains how the federal money will be used.
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We are now 43 days away from the midterm elections... and the battle for control of Congress is closer than ever. A new poll from the Washington Post and ABC News shows that 46 percent of voters support Democrats, and 47 percent support Republicans. But where do voters stand on the biggest issues of the day? Scott Clement from the Washington Post takes us behind the numbers and explains why voters are so divided.
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The midterm elections are 6 weeks away... and Republicans are expected to take the House, while Democrats are expected to retain the Senate. If that happens, we'll have a divided government. Many see this as a bad thing, a roadblock to passing legislation. Boyd breaks down how this could actually be good for the government and compromise and explains how our system was built for this.
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The headlines say inflation, abortion, crime, and climate change are the big issues of the day. And while that may be true, they may not be the issues that will decide the fate of this fall's elections. So, what will? Or the better question is, who will? Nina Rees, president of the Charter Schools Action Fund, says there's a new swing voter in town.. and it's the education voter.
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When it comes to immigration... so many DC politicians and talking heads are focused on where migrants are being relocated or why the southern border is open. But the question that Americans are asking is... why shouldn't we let them in? Veronique de Rugy from the Mercatus Center explains how immigration would help fill jobs and why DC lawmakers aren't doing anything about it.
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President Vladimir Putin is mobilizing more troops. Russian men are fleeing the country. And Ukraine is bracing itself for continued fighting in the face of Putin's nuclear threats and plans to annex the country. Boyd looks at what the Biden administration and President Zelenskyy said over the weekend about the situation and what it means about what's next.
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Division is often seen as a bad thing.. in politics, in DC, and among Americans. But could a divided government actually be good for the country? Especially as all signs in the polls are pointing towards a Republican House and a Democratic Senate? Podcaster and author Michael Medved explains why a divided government is normal and places much needed checks and balances on the 3 branches.
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We're often told that if we want to succeed in life, we have to take ownership of our life. But in her new book, author and motivational speaker Ganel-Lyn Condie introduces the principle of stewardship. She joins the show to discuss what that means and how it can help us live a life with greater joy and peace.
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What makes a great team, whether in politics or business? More than just the sum of its parts, a successful team seems to have a "special something" beyond the talented individuals who make it up. Professor Scott Hammond shares what he learned from his experience with search and rescue teams.
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On October 14th Boyd will be moderating the debate for Utah's second congressional district. On the stage will be Democrat Nick Mitchell and incumbent Christ Stewart. And now, a third candidate has qualified for the debate: Cassie Easley of the Constitution party. Cassie joins Boyd to discuss her campaign and why she's running for office.
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Yesterday, the House passed a bill that would help prevent another January 6th... the Electoral Count Act. Now the Senate is weighing its own version of the bill. Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute explains what the House bill does, how the Senate bill is connected, and how both of these will clear up some of the confusion with the electoral count.
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We are now 45 days away until the midterm elections. Republican voters have been anxiously waiting for something more than criticism of the Biden administration, and now they have it. House Republicans have finally announced their agenda for 2023. Representative Blake Moore breaks down what their priorities will be.
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$2 trillion. That's how much the government will add to the national debt after the Fed hiked interest rates this week. And for a long time, the left and the right have put the deficit on the back burner, believing we could pay it off because of low interest rates. But were they wrong? Eric Boehm from Reason explains how the government is on a destructive course, no matter how low or high interest rates are.
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Boyd recaps the Faith and Media initiative and talks about an organization he worked with that recognizes faith and religion as diversity.
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Earlier this month, Governor Spencer Cox led a trade mission to Israel and the United Arab Emirates. The goal? To help Utah businesses forge connections with our friends overseas. Jake Glenn from World Trade Center Utah joins Boyd to discuss the success that some of Utah's businesses had at building economic bridges across the pond.
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A newly constructed Buddhist temple now sits in West Valley, Utah. To celebrate and discuss the importance of religious freedom, Utah lawmakers welcomed the Lao-American Buddhist Monks Council to the State Capitol today. Lena Pham who works with the Lao community and volunteers at the new temple discusses the temple, the events at the Capitol, and her appreciation for the Lao culture.
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Religion in the public square is almost nonexistent these days... especially in the media. But should it be more present? Brooke Zaugg from The Faith and Media Initiative at Radiant Foundation joins Boyd to discuss the value of covering religious events and initiatives in the news and how we can bridge the divide between media and faith.
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Next week, the Senate will vote on Joe Manchin's bill which would reform permitting for energy projects. It faces a tough uphill battle against progressive Democrats and GOP members. But, would these lawmakers be making a mistake by voting against it? Phil Rossetti from the R Street Institute explains why we need permitting reform in the US and how it needs to be done with the right incentives to encourage innovation and investment.
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The UN Security Council gathered in New York City today. Secretary Blinken and his counterparts in Russia and China had some interesting things to say about Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Was it all just useless dialogue? Will anything come out of this meeting? Boyd looks at what some of these world leaders had to say and what it all means for Ukraine.
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As America and the world were shutting down due to the pandemic, this Utah entrepreneur found an audience for his unique sound: the oud. An oud is a middle eastern stringed instrument, and Ramy Adly, world renown oud player from Egypt, joins Boyd to discuss his music career and business and play some peaceful tunes.
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Ukraine has had a lot of success lately in pushing back against Russia's invasion. But now, after some serious setbacks, Russia is taking things to the next level and escalating the war with military mobilization and threats of nuclear weapons. Mary Ilyushina from the Washington Post breaks down what's going on and what this tells us about Putin's isolation.
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The Fed increased interest rates by 75 basis points yet again this morning in an effort to combat high inflation. Representative Robert Spendlove from Zions Bank explains how this will impact Utahns.
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Fall is in the air.. which means winter is coming... and with it, the seasonal blues. Dr. Kawika Allen, professor of counseling psychology at BYU explains what we can do to take care of our mental health now so when the days get shorter and the nights get longer we're prepared mentally.
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During the 2020 election, polls overestimated Joe Biden's strength in several states. Now, as midterms approach, some analysts are concerned the polls will be wrong again. But when looking at the polls, are they asking the wrong questions? Stephen Clermont from Change Research discusses the factors at play in this year's midterms and shares tips for reading the polls.
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After 50 migrants arrived in Martha's Vineyard, the media flew to Massachusetts to cover the crisis. But is the media focused on the wrong place and the wrong conversation? Boyd spoke with former Vice President Mike Pence yesterday about a merit-based immigration system. Boyd looks at how this might work and explains what needs to happen for Congress to fix our broken system.
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This morning, President Biden addressed the UN General Assembly. The President addressed a number of topics, with the war in Ukraine being a major talking point. Was the President able to galvanize members of the UN? And what did he say about the US and our role on the global stage moving forward? Boyd looks at what he had to say about Russia, Ukraine, Taiwan, the climate, and more.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence was at UVU today. UVU President Astrid Tuminez joins Boyd to discuss the former VP's speech and the exciting things happening at Utah Valley University.
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Highlights from Former Vice President Mike Pence's UVU Speech.
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The United States incarcerates more people per capita than any other country. But what happens to those people after they're released? Billy Binnion from Reason explains why it's a good thing to hire the formerly incarcerated, for them and for society.
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Former Congresswoman Mia Love breaks down what stood out to her during former Vice President Mike Pence's speech today, President Biden's United We Stand Summit, and what we should be thinking about going into the midterm elections.
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Story Corps is in Salt Lake City to record the history and stories of Utahns and send them off to the Library of Congress. Teriyana Morton is the Mobile Tour Site Manager for StoryCorps in Salt Lake City and she joins the show to discuss their mission and why they're in Utah.
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Former Vice President spoke at UVU today as part of an event for the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy. Boyd is joined by 3 interns from the Herbert Institute, McKenna Briggs, Mike Erickson, and McKay Brooks who shared their reactions to the speech.
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Utah Valley University welcomed a very special guest to their campus today... former Vice President Mike Pence. Pence delivered a speech for the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy on his vision for America. Boyd sat down with the former Vice President to discuss everything from immigration to religious freedom to disagreeing better.
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Today, Queen Elizabeth today was laid to rest in Windsor Castle. Boyd discusses lessons from her life.
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This summer Democrats were confident that they would keep the majority in Congress after the midterms. But recent inflation numbers as well as persistent polling inaccuracies may reveal a more tenuous situation for Democrats come November. Carly Cooperman... CEO of Schoen Cooperman Research... breaks down why their optimism may be misguided.
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The Other Side Village is nearing the final steps to make its planned tiny home community for the homeless a reality.. beginning with a Salt Lake City Council hearing tomorrow. Boyd to discusses what's next and what challenges lie ahead
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There's been a lot of talk about the migrants flown from border states to places like Martha's Vineyard. The left claims it's a political stunt. The right praises Republican governors for highlighting the border issue. But are both sides missing the point? Boyd says we should be talking about solutions instead.
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President Joe Biden ended his interview drought by going on CBS 60 Minutes over the weekend. Boyd breaks down what he had to say about Taiwan, inflation, the pandemic and the 2024 presidential election... as well as what the President got right and wrong with his messaging.
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Queen Elizabeth the II was laid to rest today at Windsor Castle. Leaders from all over the world came to pay their respects and hundreds of thousands of people mourned her death in the streets. Roger Porter from Harvard University and former assistant to the President explains what it was about Queen Elizabeth that people admired so much and that had the entire world mourning her death.
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The Utah Debate Commission announced the candidates for this year's midterm elections and the schedule for the congressional debates. Executive Director of the Utah Debate Commission Erik Nielsen breaks down the polling, the candidates, and what to expect at the debates.
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Tomorrow is Constitution Day! Boyd challenges everyone to read through the Constitution to better understand what our government should and shouldn't be doing.
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Over the last few years lawmakers have been threatening social media companies with antitrust legislation and the repeal of Section 230 if they refuse to moderate their content. A new report from the Cato Institute calls it "Jawboning." Will Duffield from the Cato Institute breaks down how government bullies social media companies into censoring content, why it's a problem, and what can be done.
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Across the country basic government functions like collecting trash are falling through the cracks. Catherine Rampell from the Washington Post breaks down the nation's public worker shortage and the driving forces behind it.
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It's a tale of two speeches... one of division and one of unity. Shortly after giving his speech on the soul of the nation where he called MAGA Republicans a threat to democracy, President Biden called for unity yesterday and an end to hate-filled violence. Boyd looks at the similarities and contradictions in President Biden's messaging.
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Congress is back in full swing and bustling with lawmakers back from August recess. Congressman Blake Moore has introduced a new bill to help better America's child welfare system and he joins Boyd to discuss the details.
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In honor of Constitution day tomorrow, UVU held a conference focused on the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments. Dr. Nicholas Cole from the Quill Project and Oxford University joins Inside Sources to discuss these important amendments, the Quill project, and lessons from the Constitutional Convention.
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The left and the right can't agree on much these days... except for last year's infrastructure bill. But when it comes to solving the big issues of the day.. there may be some important lessons from the life of one of Utah's former senators. Author and TV producer William Doyle joins Boyd to discuss his new book coming out next week about Senator Orrin Hatch and his bipartisan leadership.
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We are now 52 days away from the midterm elections. And while it's pretty clear what Democrats would do if they keep control of the majority.. it's not so clear what the GOP would do if they win. But by failing to plan, are they planning to fail? Boyd looks at the fight between Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Rick Scott over having a positive agenda and argues that Republicans should run on what they're for, not against, if they want to win.
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It's been three weeks since Biden signed an executive order for student loan forgiveness up to $20,000. Frederick Hess shares why he thinks it will backfire on Democrats in the midterms and gives some better options for dealing with the student debt crisis besides pulling from taxpayer's pockets.
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Today President Biden delivered a speech on hate-filled violence. Boyd looks at what he had to say.
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The Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy at UVU is kicking off next week with a prestigious guest: former Vice President Mike Pence. Former Utah Governor Gary Herbert joins Boyd to discuss the Institute and why it's got former US leaders visiting Utah.
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This week the Biden administration has been celebrating the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act... which will hire 87,000 more IRS agents. But this week we learned that IRS agents haven't been paying their taxes and regular Americans are paying more in taxes than anything else. Eliabeth Nolan Brown from Reason breaks down the latest spending data and the problems with the IRS.
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This week President Biden hosted a White House celebration of the Inflation Reduction Act... aka the climate and healthcare spending bill. A big part of the bill is the green energy tax credits. Alex Muresianu from the Tax Foundation breaks down these credits and says they may not be as effective at reducing emissions and spurring technology innovation as you think.
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Both political parties... Republican and Democrat... are leaning more and more towards the extremes. But by moving farther to the left and farther to the right... are they actually moving closer together? Stephanie Slade from Reason explains how both parties are converging on authoritarianism, especially when it comes to free markets and free speech.
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All eyes are on central Asia where President Xi and President Putin met for the first time in person since Russia invaded Ukraine. But what does the meeting mean? Is it just a symbol of China and Russia's partnership to counter the West? Lily Kuo says from the Washington Post says there's more going on beneath the surface. She joins the show from China to explain the dynamics surrounding this meeting.
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Bishop Scott Hayashi, 11th Bishop of Utah's Episcopal Diocese of Utah has officially retired. KSL's Carol Mikita has been following this story and she joins us Boyd to discuss his work as Bishop and his legacy.
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Constitution day is coming up on Saturday. Harvard Professor and award winning-author Noah Feldman is in Utah today for BYU's Constitution Day Events and joins Boyd to discuss Abraham Lincoln, slavery, the Constitution, and restoring trust in each other and our institutions.
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A couple of parents got into a brawl at their kids' football game in Herriman over the weekend. Jay Evensen from the Deseret News joins the show to discuss how this behavior can have long-lasting effects on kids and why the way we respond to disappointment, whether in politics or sports, matters.
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Last year, Lt. Ridge Alkonis lost consciousness while driving in Japan and killed two Japanese citizens. Senator Mike Lee has been in Japan negotiating the release of the US serviceman from prison, and he joins Boyd with the latest updates.
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Senator Chuck Schumer agreed to include Senator Joe Manchin's permitting reforms in a bill to fund the government in exchange for Senator Manchin's vote for the Inflation Reduction Act. Now it's September, and Democrats are voicing their opposition to the deal. James Broughel from the Mercatus Center explains what Joe Manchin's asking for and whether or not it has a chance of passing.
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The White House and Congress are preparing for a potential railroad worker strike that would be devastating to the US economy. Can it be averted? And if not... what will happen to an already stressed economy? Alex Dougherty from POLITICO breaks down what's at stake and what's going on behind the scenes politically.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced today that it will donate $32 million to World Food Program USA to help with the global food crisis. Baron Seger, president and CEO of World Food Program USA joins Boyd to discuss this historic donation and how it will help 1.6 million people in 9 countries dealing with hunger.
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A lot of people have passed away over the past few weeks including world leaders Mikhail Gorbachev and Queen Elizabeth. But as we deal with loss and grief how can we be more present?
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We often talk about storing food and non-perishables in case of emergency, but what about storing water? Jeff Johnson from the Utah Division of Emergency Management shares some important tips on water storage.
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Inflation rose another 0.1% in August, but gas prices are falling. Does that mean we're out of the woods? Jeff Cox from CNBC joins the show to discuss the state of the economy and what we can expect from the Federal Reserve as they prepare to meet this month.
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All eyes are on New Hampshire as it hosts the final primary election of the year. But who will have the biggest influence on Republican voters? Republicans? Or Democrats? Olivier Knox from the Washington Post discusses how Democrats have spent about $53 million in 9 states to boost far right Republican candidates.
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Ukraine is making major gains in taking back formerly Russian-occupied lands. So, is this a turning point in the war? Shane Harris from the Washington Post joins Boyd to discuss why the Russians might be in trouble and why the Ukrainians have been so successful.
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Queen Elizabeth was known not only for being a master diplomat and a gracious monarch... but she was also known for having a strong Christian faith. But how did she balance her personal faith while also being a global leader and Supreme Governor of the Church of England? Author Dudley Delffs explains how the Queen was able to be both faithful and tolerant.
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Over the past year, the legitimacy of the Supreme Court has been called into question... particularly after the court handed down the Dobbs decision. But are these criticisms warranted? Boyd looks at what Chief Justice John Roberts had to say at an event in Colorado about why it's ok to disagree with the court without losing confidence in its legitimacy.
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Congress is kicking the can down the road again. Instead of passing an appropriations bill.. lawmakers are looking to pass another round of continuing resolutions by the end of the month. But this isn't just bad spending. It's also putting our national security at risk. Elaine McCusker from the American Enterprise Institute breaks down how CR's combined with inflation is hurting America's military competitiveness.
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On the 60th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's "Moonshot" speech... President Biden is delivering his own remarks on his "Cancer Moonshot" initiative. Boyd looks at what the President had to say as well as what we can learn about pursuing the impossible from JFK's remarks in 1962.
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It looks like the Inflation Reduction Act won't be reducing inflation any time soon. Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute breaks down the latest CBO score and explains how it will add to the federal debt for the first 5 years and reduce the deficit through budget gimmicks after that.
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Queen Elizabeth's death came shortly after the passing of another world leader: Former President of the Soviet Union Mikhail Gorbachev. Stephen Studdert... former advisor to Presidents George H.W. Bush and Ronald Reagan... shares some of his personal experiences with these leaders and explains how their lives were interconnected and what we can learn from their leadership.
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California - ever the squeaky wheel - has moved to ban gas-powered vehicle sales in the state after 2035. Many other states are following its lead, including some of Utah's neighbors. But could the move leave us at the mercy of China? Jay Evensen from the Deseret News describes some of the unintended consequences and China's EV strategy.
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President Nelson turned 98 on Friday -- just two years older than the late Queen Elizabeth -- and became the oldest president in Church history. Sarah Weaver from Church News joins Boyd to discuss his life and legacy.
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What is the value of a life? In the days following the 9-11 attacks on the World Trade Center... Kenneth Feinberg was tasked with assigning a monetary value to the life of each life lost that day. Boyd looks back at what Kenneth told him about his experience administering the federal 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund and lessons learned about the value of human life.
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When it comes to the special relationship between the US and the UK... there was one person who understood it better than anyone... she was a master diplomat and the glue that held it all together: Queen Elizabeth II. Oliver Wiseman from The Spectator World explains what made the Queen a bridge-builder and what we can expect from King Charles III as he fills the role of monarch.
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Scott and Cate look back at some of the late Queen Elizabeth's most memorable speeches.
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Internal polls released by Senate candidate Evan McMullin and Senator Mike Lee tell completely different stories about who's ahead with voters. Cate and Scott look at the flaws of internal polling.
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Should Big Tech be moderated? broken up? regulated? The Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University asked Americans what they think. Senior Fellow at CGO breaks down the results.
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During her reign, Queen Elizabeth II was no stranger to the United States Congress... visiting many times during her 70-year reign. Nancy Vu from POLITICO joins the show to discuss this special relationship and some of the Queen's most memorable moments with US lawmakers.
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Americans are really beginning to feel the squeeze of inflation. The latest sign of inflation pain? Americans are using buy now, pay later services for their groceries and other personal items. Jessica Dickler from CNBC explains how some Americans are borrowing money to afford basic needs and how that might impact them later down the road.
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Some foreign-born US veterans are returning to the US after being deported... many for drug related offenses. But their path to citizenship is rocky. Suzanne Monyak from Roll Call breaks down what's going on, what challenges these veterans face, and what needs to be done at the federal level.
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Queen Elizabeth passed away yesterday at the age of 96... but she wasn't just the Queen of England. She was also the "Defender of the Faith" and leader of the Church of England. Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News joins the show to discuss her legacy of faith and religion in her private and public life.
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King Charles III addressed the world for the first time as king today, following the death of the longest serving monarch Queen Elizabeth. Scott and Cate look at what he said and what we can expect from America's closest ally in the coming days and months.
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Boyd talks about what he learned from his late mother who passed away over the weekend.
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The rates of juvenile arrests and incarcerations has been declining since the mid 1990s. Why? What's changed since then? Sarah Anderson from the R Street Institute joins the show to discuss a new study identifying deflection programs as a key factor.
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Former President Barrak Obama's official portrait was unveiled at the White House today. But this typically lighthearted event is surrounded by potent political forces. Olivier Knox from the Washington Post breaks down some of the dynamics shaping this event and how it's changed since the last official portrait was unveiled in 2012.
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Russia seems to be desperate for help in its war with Ukraine... so desperate in fact that it has asked North Korea for weapons. Boyd looks at what the Pentagon and White House have said about the situation and what it means for the West and the war in Ukraine.
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Much has been said of the millennial generation - but for better or worse, they will be the next arbitrators of change -- in fact they're set to become the next largest bloc of voters in the US. So how might they reshape politics and elections in the US? Matt Germer from the R Street Institute breaks down how millennials are shifting away from binary voting and the 2-party system.
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The US economy is in some rough waters, inflation is raging, and the uncertainty about the future has consumers and businesses worried. President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Mary C. Daly joins Boyd to discuss what the Fed can do to help, what tools are at their disposal, and how to restore Americans' confidence in the Fed and the economy.
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It's hard for busy people to just stop for minute. Boyd talks about the importance of making time to be intentionally idle.
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Not sure what to do with your mounds of zucchini? Your legions of corn? Or your boatloads of green beans? Cindy Jenkins from the USU Extension explains what we can do with all the leftovers from our summer garden harvest.
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Congress is back in session after a long August recess... and they have a lot of work to do before the end of the year... the top of the list? Deciding on a budget and stopping a government shutdown. Theodoric Meyer from the Washington Post joins Boyd to discuss lawmakers' agenda and some of the factors complicating it.
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Last week, President Biden delivered a primetime address where he called out his political opponents as threats to the country... and called on Americans to vote for democracy this fall. J.D. Tuccille from Reason breaks down how this is just another example of a president offering up their brand of authoritarianism.
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September is Suicide Prevention Month, and Utah is one of the top 10 states with the highest suicide rates. So, this month, Live On Utah will launch a first-of-its-kind course to help educate Utahns on suicide prevention. Benee Larsen, from NAMI Utah and one of the mental health experts featured in the course, explains how it will work and shares tips for preventing suicide in our own circles.
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For the past several decades, interest rates have been falling. In fact, they've been so low, we've built our politics, our economy, and our lives around them. But with inflation raging and the Fed tightening monetary policy... is that period of low interest rates gone for good? Megan McArdle from the Washington Post joins the show to discuss what's going on in the economy.
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President Joe Biden has repeatedly declared that he is a pro worker, pro-union president. But in his quest to help American laborers, his administration seems to have forgotten an important fact: workers are also consumers. Eric Boehm from Reason explains how President Biden's so-called "worker-centric" policies may be hurting more than helping our nation's workers.
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The United Kingdom has a new prime minister, Liz Truss, following on the heels of Boris Johnson. Some say she'll be the next Margaret Thatcher. Other say another Angela Merkel. But who is she really? Boyd looks at her history as a liberal and conservative and what challenges lie ahead as she takes office during one of the toughest economic crises.
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College football season kicks off this weekend! Boyd tells the story how his uncle, who played for the University of Utah in the 1930s, gave him his letterman and what he learned about what it means.
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The kids are back in school! And parents everywhere are sighing with relief. During the summer it's hard to find time to organize your home. But now that the kids are out of the house, professional organizer and founder of Rethink Clutter Ashley Stuart says now is the perfect time. She joins the show with her back-to-school organization tips and how de-cluttering can have a powerful effect on our emotions.
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A new poll from the CATO Institute found that 64% of Americans support student debt forgiveness.... that is, until they discover the tradeoffs. Dr. Emily Ekins from the CATO Institute joins the show to discuss what people of different political parties are willing to give up for canceled student loans and what they're not.
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President Biden delivered remarks on the soul of the nation during a primetime address last night. Boyd breaks down why he believes the President missed the mark and looks at what some of our listeners and friends of the show believe about the soul of the nation.
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Former Soviet Union leader Mikhail Gorbachev passed away this week at the age of 91... the last of the big 4 leaders from that era. William Inboden from the University of Texas at Austin joins Boyd to discuss what we can learn from Gorbachev about leadership.
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The August Jobs report is out today, and the unemployment rate is up as more people are beginning to look for work. But if you go beyond the headlines... these numbers are overlooking an even bigger crisis: the collapse of men in the workforce. What's going on? Nicholas Eberstadt from the American Enterprise Institute joins us to discuss his upcoming book "Men Without Work" and what impact this is having on society.
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For the past several decades, interest rates have been falling. In fact, they've been so low, that we've built our politics, our economy, and our lives around them. But with inflation raging and the Fed tightening monetary policy... is that period of low-interest rates gone for good?
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Last night President Biden addressed the nation on the battle for the soul of America. Boyd looks at what the President said, the strange optics, and why speeches addressed to the entire nation shouldn't be political and divisive.
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Yesterday was International Overdose Awareness Day... and ABC has released an impressive report about a certain drug being use by the Mexican Cartels that's killing kids and adults in record numbers: Fentanyl. Brad Garrett from ABC News joins Boyd to discuss it.
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Tonight, President Joe Biden returns to Philadelphia to deliver a primetime address to the country titled the "Continued Battle for the Soul of the Nation." Boyd looks at what his message will be and whether or not it's the right one.
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Utah Jazz player Donovan Mitchell is being traded. Ben Anderson, the Utah Jazz Insider for KSLsports.com breaks down what's going on.
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President Biden has fulfilled several campaign promises since taking office including withdrawing US troops from Afghanistan and forgiving student debt. But by taking action on some of these longstanding issues, voters have punished the President in the polls. Charles Lane from the Washington Post breaks down why keeping promises is sometimes riskier than not.
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President Biden will deliver his speech on the soul of the nation in Pennsylvania tonight. But Boyd explains why Boston would've made for a better backdrop based on its history.
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President Biden will deliver a primetime address tonight focused on the battle for the soul of the nation. Boyd takes more calls from listeners about what they believe the soul of the nation really is.
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Tomorrow night President Biden will deliver remarks on the battle for the soul of the nation. But what undermines the soul of America? Today, Boyd is looking at the dangers of social media. Jack Butler from National Review Online joins the show to discuss his piece about why Americans should log off of these platforms.
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President Biden will deliver a primetime address tomorrow night focused on the battle for the soul of the nation. But what is the soul of the nation? Boyd takes calls from listeners and looks at what some of our state leaders believe about the soul of America.
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Utah is taking a big step to make the Beehive state a better place for families to live. Today, Governor Cox announced a new Office of Families. Aimee Winder Newton, who will head the new office, gives more details on her position and what she believes the state can do to better help Utah parents and children.
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Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Susan Peterson from the Sobriety Foundation joins Boyd to discuss what we should know about this annual campaign, ending stigmas, and helping loved ones.
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Rage, division, and indifference to the other side's point of view are mainstream at our major news outlets. It's no wonder trust in the media is at an all-time low. How did we get here? And how do we fix it? Chris Stirewalt from the American Enterprise Institute joins the show to discuss his new book, "Broken News: Why the Media Rage Machine Divides America and How to Fight Back."
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The E.U. is making it harder for Russian tourists to get visas. The move is intended to punish Russia for Putin's war on Ukraine. Fiona Harrigan from Reason Magazine explains why this action plays directly into Vladimir Putin's hands by isolating Russian citizens inside the Kremlin's information bubble.
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Yesterday the news broke that Mikhail Gorbachev, former President of the Soviet Union, had died at age 91. He has been hailed by many world leaders for his "remarkable vision", his "impact on the course of world history", and for ending the Soviet Union. But his life converged with 3 great men and women. They were the big 4. Boyd looks at what would have happened if even one of those players hadn't been a part of history at the same time.
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President Biden will deliver a speech on the soul of the nation on Thursday. What is the soul of the nation? Boyd says it can't be found in Washington D.C. Only in the hearts and souls of the American people.
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Today we're talking about the weather... but not normal weather... space weather! What is that? How does it impact us here in Utah? Dr. Ludger Scherliess joins the show for our weekly Be Ready Utah segment.
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Inflation has been easing slightly, but philanthropic foundations have suffered big losses in the stock market over the last year. Naomi Schaefer Riley from the American Enterprise Institute breaks down what does that means for the charities they were donating to and whether or not society is becoming less charitable.
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President Biden is in Pennsylvania today where he's speaking on gun violence and policing. Boyd looks at what he has to say and what message he's sending to voters ahead of this year's midterms.
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One year ago today, the last American soldier left Afghanistan after 20 years of war. But as we move forward, what lessons should we take with us? Boyd goes back to his conversations with World Trade Center Utah President Miles Hansen and Sarakshe Rai from The Hill to find out.
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Last week, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell committed the central bank to bringing down inflation. But new research says the Fed can't do it alone by raising interest rates. Jeff Cox from CNBC.com joins the show to discuss how the government's spending problem is undermining the Fed.
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Since the Revolutionary War, gun companies have had their roots in the Northeast. But over the past decade, these companies have been moving from blue states to red ones. Todd Frankel from the Washington Post explains why they're ditching liberal states and what it says about polarization in our country ahead of President Biden's speech on gun violence.
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President Biden is scheduled to deliver a Primetime speech this Thursday on the “Continued Battle For The Soul Of The Nation." What is the soul of the nation? What drives it? What destroys it? As part of a broader conversation Boyd is having with a variety of voices this week, Boyd talks with J.D. Tuccille from Reason Magazine about our self-inflicted cancel culture and how it's undermining the soul of America.
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There is a lot of contempt among some Americans for people who think, look, and talk differently than they do. But Boyd says we're not as divided as the talking heads say we are. Boyd looks at what we can do to do overcome some of the hate and polarization we're seeing in society today.
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It's been a little over a year since the US left Afghanistan in the hands of the Taliban. Since then, the lives of Afghan women have changed drastically... and not for the better. Sarakshi Rai from The Hill joins Boyd to discuss what challenges they're facing and how they're defiantly pushing back.
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It's the first day of school for many college students across the country. And while college is supposed to be uncomfortable and challenging, many young people are trying to avoid people they disagree with. A new NBC poll found that 46% of sophomore college students would not room with someone who votes differently from them. Sam Abrams from the American Enterprise Institute breaks down what's going on and why it's harmful to society.
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We are less than 100 days away from the midterms. Boyd takes a look at some of the extreme messaging coming from both sides.
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College students across the country are going to their classes today with a skip in their step knowing that some of their student loans will be forgiven. But what they don't know is that they might have to pay taxes on their canceled debt. Vice President of Federal Tax Policy at the Tax Foundation joins the show to discuss how that will work and who might be exempted.
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For a while, pollsters were predicting a red wave in Congress. But with just a few more months till the midterms, are they still ahead? And do they have a winning message? Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins us to discuss the GOP's messaging strategy.
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We are just 71 days away from the midterm elections, and it seems, for now, the winds have shifted in favor of the Democrats. But are they using it to their advantage? What message are they sending to voters? KSL at Night Host and President of the Exoro Group Maura Carabello joins the show to discuss President Biden's recent campaign speech and Democrats' strategy.
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BYU is in the headlines after a fan shouted racial slurs at a Duke volleyball player during a tournament at BYU over the weekend. Boyd goes back to his conversation with Coach Ray Scott, former NBA player and first black man to win Coach of the Year, to explain how we can make our homes, communities, and country a better place.
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This is Kelli Pierce's last day as the producer of Inside Sources. Boyd chats with her about what she's learned while working on the show.
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Last year, President Biden expanded Bears Ears a National Monument, unilaterally making 3 million acres of Utah federal land. Now, Utah is suing the Biden administration over the decision. Ben Burr, the Executive Director of the BlueRibbon Coalition, joins Boyd to talk about his piece in National Review discussing the lawsuit and why he believes the administration's actions are hurting Utahns.
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It was the news that launched a thousand fears (and maybe even more conspiracy theories): The Inflation Reduction Act set aside $80 billion for the IRS, including for tens of thousands of new agents. But while regular taxpayers are digging through their receipts in anticipation of more audits, the IRS might NOT be capable of handling this major bump in their budget. The Tax Foundation's Scott Hodge has a new piece on CNBC outlining why.
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Inflation is at its highest in decades, at about 8.5%, and Americans are starting to wonder how much longer this is going to last. More importantly, do we have a plan to fight it? Fed Chairman Jerome Powell made a major speech in Jackson Hole, Wyoming today where he outlined the Fed's commitment to fighting inflation and hinted at what's to come.
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The US and Iran are inching closer to a nuclear deal, which has Israel nervous. The possible deal is also having an effect on the Israeli election. University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora talks with Boyd about that and the shifting political situation inside Israel that could determine the outcome of their elections.
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Inflation is the problem that seemingly won't go away, but how the Fed deals with it will determine the US' long-term fiscal health. Today, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell gave a major speech about how he will tackle the problem of inflation, and he's warning everyone that it could be a bumpy ride ahead. CNBC.com Economics Editor Jeff Cox breaks down the speech and the economic landmines Chairman Powell has to navigate in the months ahead.
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There is a lot of arrogance, hate, and indifference in our country today. How do we change that? Boyd reflects on the importance of humility as an American virtue.
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Boyd sat down with retired Judge Thomas Griffith, who spoke in favor of now-Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Ketanji Brown Jackson. In this preview of their wide-ranging interview, Judge Thomas reflects on what it will take to keep or restore confidence in the highest court in the land.
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Following President Biden's announcement of student loan forgiveness, some folks are now pushing the idea of free college as a way to curb the rising cost of higher education. But Preston Cooper with the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity crunched the numbers and found that it wouldn't lighten your wallet as much as you might think.
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Should Utah get more passenger trains? Some advocates in the state believe so, and the billions of dollars set aside for railway in the Infrastructure bill could make it a viable option. Utah Rail Passengers Association President Mike Christensen talks with Boyd about why the state should pursue those federal dollars now.
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President Biden has issued an executive order to forgive student loans, but does he really have the power to do that? And are there other options in Congress to tackle the problem of high student debt? Dan Savickas with the Taxpayers Protection Alliance talks about a better way to deal with this issue.
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The eyes of the financial world are on Wyoming, where Fed Chairman Jerome Powell us scheduled to make a major speech tomorrow at the annual Jackson Hole conference. What will the Fed chairman say, what SHOULD he say about inflation, and what will it mean for your grocery and gas bills?
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There is a lot of gridlock and fighting in Washington over everything from immigration to trade policy to now student loans. But a simple fix could get both politicians AND voters back to debating policy instead of focusing on politics. Writer and Harvard Law School student Tom Koenig has a new piece in The Dispatch showing how we could fix the filibuster.
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Boyd reflects on the President's executive decision to forgive student loans and talks about what outcomes we want from higher education.
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College football is evolving and it's cutting out the less populated, less fortunate teams. It sounds a lot like the Constitutional Convention in 1787 when the big states tried to bully the small states for representation. BYU's Dave McCann has a new piece in The Deseret News about what's going on and who could stand up to this new college football monopoly.
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President Biden has announced that he will forgive student loans. Boyd looks at what Ben Ritz from the Progressive Policy Institute had to say about some of the flaws in the President's plan.
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It's official: President Biden has announced he is forgiving $10,000 in student loans for many borrowers and $20,000 per Pell Grant. He is also making major changes to your monthly student loan payment. What did the president say, and what will this all mean for you and the country? Boyd looks at what this means for everyone's wallets and why the president's actions could negatively affect the economy and Democrats' chances in the midterms.
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61% of Americans think Congress should do more about climate change. But lawmakers in DC won't be able to tackle the climate issue alone. How much can they do at the federal level? And what about the private sector? Karly Matthews from The American Conservation Coalition joins the show to talk about their new Climate Commitment Plan to help guide us towards the right approach.
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The primary results are in from New York, Florida and across the nation. And moderates did really well. But how will President Biden's recent actions, including student loan forgiveness, impact Democratic candidates' chances in the fall elections? And what's his midterm message? Boyd takes a look at the political landscape.
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The US is wishing Ukraine a happy Independence Day with $3 billion in military aid. What's in the package? And what does it say about the US' commitment to Ukraine and its war with Russia? Politico national security reporter Alexander Ward has details.
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Six months ago today, Russia invaded Ukraine in an attempt by Vladimir Putin to restore the Soviet Union. Ironically, today also marks Ukraine's independence from the Soviets in 1991. But while the war rages on in the Eastern part of the country, the capital of Kyiv is going back to normal. Children heading to school. People packing into restaurants. The Washington Post's Ukraine bureau chief Isabelle Khurshudyan calls from Europe to discuss her report on how Ukrainians were able to save their capital from Russian invaders.
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President Biden is expected to announce a plan tomorrow to forgive $10,000 in student loan debt for some borrowers, while continuing a pause on those payments for others. While Republicans are expected in this midterm election cycle to automatically line up against the president, some on the left are not sold on the idea of student loan forgiveness. Ben Ritz from the Progressive Policy Institute has a new piece in The Hill outlining where the plan does not line up with left wing values, why it might hurt another part of the president's agenda, and what we should be doing instead to address the rising cost of college.
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The Snow Canyon Little League team competed in the Little League World Series...and lost. But that wasn't the end of the story. Boyd looks at what we can learn from them about enjoying the journey and not just waiting for our happily ever after.
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When you think of extreme weather in Utah, tornadoes are not high on the list. But tornadoes do occasionally pass through the Beehive State, including a deadly one in Salt Lake City 23 years ago this month. So, what do you do if there's a twister near you? KSL meteorologist Kevin Eubank answers this question and more.
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Once in a while, a soul comes along that changes the way you see the world. For his family, the citizens of Beryl, Utah, and now people across the country, that was Kevin Cooper. Kevin is a 14-year-old boy who accomplished more in 14 years than most people do in their entire lives. He passed away recently, but Boyd believes his inspiring life holds important lessons for all of us.
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Two powerful Democrats are facing off in a primary in New York. Meanwhile, the battle for Governor Ron DeSantis' seat in Florida begins, while a special election kicks off that will tell candidates what voters are looking for this fall. It's another primary election day in America. Boyd looks at what this all means for Utahns and the nation.
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If you look at the polls, Democrats have a better than expected chance to hold onto one or even both houses of Congress this November. That's one of the reasons President Biden will begin campaigning for Democrats this week and start outlining his vision for the future. But if Democrats win, what will that agenda look like? The Washington Post's Olivier Knox has a preview of the president's pitch to the public.
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A lot of ink has been spilled on how the United States' crazy permitting rules prevent green energy projects from getting off the ground. With Congress in perpetual gridlock (and campaign mode), is there anything that can be done right now to fix our problems with permitting and get more solar and wind projects online? Phil Rossetti from the R Street Institute has some suggestions.
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Sometimes the government has big ideas that, when put into action, don't always work well. In May, the Biden Administration decided it would give grants to state and local governments who were pursuing housing density and zoning reform. Months later and $2.2 billion of grant money rewarded, the results are not great. Emily Hamilton from the Mercatus Center talks with Boyd about what went wrong, and what we can be doing better.
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175 years ago today, the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square held their first performance. Steve Nelson from The Piano Guys talks with Boyd about their performance this weekend with the Choir and what it means to join Music and the Spoken Word.
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Senator Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is warning that there may not be a red wave in the Senate this fall, despite President Biden's low approval ratings and inflation hurting everyone's pockets. Megan McArdle from the Washington Post has a new column arguing that Republicans' slim chances in the midterms have nothing to do with what Democrats are up to and everything to do with the perceptions, legitimate or not, of former president Donald Trump and his supporters.
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"What should I do with my life?" That's the big question young people are grappling with as they prepare to enter college. But many of them are struggling to find the answer. Why? Furman University Professor and American Enterprise Institute Senior Fellow Benjamin Storey co-wrote a new piece in the New York Times about the key to choosing a meaningful, purposeful life and why today's students are woefully underprepared to do that.
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Should Utah get more trains to more places? A lot of advocates are starting to push the state to go after the billions of dollars the infrastructure bill is setting aside for rail. KSL.com reporter Carter Williams talked with people during the All Aboard Northwest events in Utah, and he sat down with Inside Sources to discuss how more rail might add to the transportation options we have now.
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President Biden and members of his Cabinet are hitting the campaign trail to tout some legislative wins heading into the midterms. What will the pitch to voters be, and how can Democrats connect with regular Americans in a tough political environment?
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What's in a name? When it comes to the Inflation Reduction Act, the answer is not much. The Congressional Budget Office says the bill won't have any impact on inflation no matter what name lawmakers decide to call it. However, Bruce Yandle with the Mercatus Center has a new piece in The Hill arguing that we should be demanding that politicians be honest when labeling bills.
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While Democrats are praising their latest spending bill for giving the IRS more money, Republicans are attacking them for hiring 87,000 more agents. But are both parties missing out on an even bigger issue that if solved would make everyone happy? Deseret News columnist Jay Evensen says we should be focusing instead on simplifying our over complicated, ridiculously long tax code.
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You are what you eat. Boyd explains why voters need to recognize and reject corrupted politicians and policies and feed the nation good leaders who will enact the policy nutrition we need.
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While there are a lot of cultural issues tearing Americans apart--free speech, abortion, LGBTQ rights, and transgender participation in women's sports--if we turn down the heat and approach the debate in a better way, we can get to better outcomes. Utah Governor Spencer Cox had some interesting things to say about these issues and a better way to approach them when he spoke to The Washington Post earlier this week.
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The midterm elections are coming up this fall, and candidates hoping to win will need voters to come out and, well, vote. But a new Brigham Young University study shows significant gaps in voter turnout by things like race, age, and party. BYU professor Dr. Michael Barber talks with Boyd about how these voting patterns might impact the midterms.
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Are we headed for a housing recession? Home construction is falling, and prices are at their worst since the 1980s. Kevin Erdmann from the Mercatus Center has details on how inflation and other factors are putting the breaks on builders.
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Government bureaucracy tends to lean heavily towards more and more regulations. But this week, the FDA is throwing out a rule and letting hearing aids be sold over the counter. How might this revolutionize the industry? James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity answers that question, as well as discusses how focusing on more competition and fewer regulations could make a difference in other sectors as well.
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The US has agreed to start talks on a new economic agreement with Taiwan. In light of China's threats and increased military drills, is it in the United States' interests to deepen trade relations with the island nation? Aaron Starks from World Trade Center Utah looks at whether this agreement could it help Utah companies. He also gives details on a World Trade Center Utah program to help businesses here at home get into the markets overseas.
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All eyes in the Beehive State are on a baseball field in Pennsylvania as the Snow Canyon squad plays in the Little League World Series. It's the first time a team from Utah has qualified for the Little League World Series. But it hasn't always been smooth sailing for the team. Boyd looks at what can we learn from their experience on this history-making day.
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The clean energy projects that Congress is spending billions of dollars on might not get built. Why? Because of several laws they previously passed to protect the environment. Chris Barnard with the American Conservation Coalition has a new piece in Real Clear Energy outlining how green rules make green energy projects almost impossible, as well as put us behind other countries like China in the race to decarbonize.
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Politics used to be driven by relationships. Donald Trump changed that. Politics became transactional. Should the American people get on board with transactional politics too?
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Today, the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office announced that they're expanding a major criminal justice reform pilot program. What does it do, what does it NOT do, and how can diversion make the criminal justice system better for everyone? Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill has details.
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It's been almost a year since President Biden announced US ports would be open 24/7 to help ease the supply chain. But union leaders held a call recently outlining all of the problems at the ports, from trains to labor contracts. Politico's Alex Daugherty has details on the call.
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The Methodist Church is splitting up, due to disagreements over everything from LGBTQ rights to how to properly interpret scripture. Bonnie Kristian has a new piece in Reason outlining why the split could have major implications for the religious liberty of all Americans going forward.
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Last night's primary elections delivered very different results for two Republican women who bucked former President Donald Trump: defeat for Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney and a second chance in the general election for Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski. What lessons can we learn from how both women ran their campaigns and interacted with voters?
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Boyd goes through his interview with Senator Mitt Romney, discussing the lessons he's learned from their chat, as well as what we should be thinking about when we talk about the Inflation Reduction Act, the Great Salt Lake, and foreign policy.
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For the past few weeks Congress has been busy with the Inflation Reduction Act. But now that the president has signed it, what should we be looking forward to and thinking about as lawmakers prepare to reconvene this fall? Utah Senator Mitt Romney joins Boyd to talk about that, the midterm elections, the US' place in the world, saving the Great Salt Lake, and many more topics in this wide-ranging interview.
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It was four years ago today that President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reminded us of the of the correct name of the Church and why it's important to refer to it by its proper name and not something else. Boyd looks back at why what President Nelson's had to say about it.
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When disaster hits, what do you do if you're not at home? In case you find yourself on the road during an emergency, you need to have a travel plan. KSL NewsRadio's Heather Kelly talks with Boyd about what this means and what it includes.
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Ray Scott broke many barriers in his NBA career, including becoming the first Black man to win Coach of the Year honors. Coach Scott has a new book, "The NBA in Black and White: the memoir of a trailblazing NBA player and coach.", telling his life story and his friendships with other legends like Bill Russell, Dr. J, and Red Auerbach. Coach Scott also talks with Boyd about what it takes to build a community, motivate a team, and his experiences standing shoulder to shoulder with regular Americans fighting for civil rights.
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It seems like everyday workers are able to unionize another company. Starbucks, Amazon, you name it. But if you look at the data, you might be surprised to find out that overall union membership in the United States...is dropping. Jarrett Skroup with the Mackinac Center for Public Policy talks with Boyd about why, despite the daily news headlines, more workers are leaving unions instead of joining them.
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Some of the pundits and prognosticators say Congresswoman Liz Cheney (R-WY) will lose her primary tonight for standing up for truth and the Constitution. While others say she abandoned her conservative values for a pat on the head from Democrats. But win or lose, Boyd thinks the reasons Congresswoman Cheney is in the situation she's in now are actually complex and hold a lot of important political lessons.
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Boyd walks through some of the key takeaways from today's biggest stories, including the one year anniversary of the fall of Kabul to the Taliban.
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Even though gas prices are coming down, they are still taking a huge chunk out of Utahns' wallets. That's why some politicians are jumping over themselves to propose gas tax holidays to help consumers (and probably their political careers). But Jay Evensen from the Deseret News has a new piece showing why gas tax holidays do more harm than good.
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It's been a long time coming, but the first tiny home for the Other Side Village's tiny home village in Salt Lake City has finally been built. What does it look like, and what's the status on the final project? The Other Side Academy Chairman of the Board Joseph Grenny gives an update.
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President Biden and members of his administration are gearing up to cross the country in support of the Inflation Reduction Act and other legislation he's recently signed. What challenges and opportunities will the president face as he tries to persuade voters to back Democrats in November? Will Republicans take the opportunity to counter with a message of their own?
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Boyd gives some of his thoughts on what we have learned on the one year anniversary of the fall of Kabul.
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Many Afghans who fled the country as the Taliban took over are stuck in legal limbo here in the U.S. Meanwhile, tens of thousands of others who assisted us during the war are stuck in Afghanistan and desperately trying to get out. Fiona Harrigan from Reason spoke with people who were left behind. She shares their stories and has details on what's being done in Congress to help Afghans both here and abroad.
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One year ago today, the Afghan government collapsed, and the Taliban swept in to take control of Kabul and the country. It's been one year since we saw babies passed over fences and desperate Afghans trying to get on any plane out of there.
Miles Hansen from World Trade Center Utah, who worked as a diplomat in the area, joins Boyd to discuss what have we learned from the United States' withdrawal, what life is like in Afghanistan now, and why it all matters.
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Among today's ongoing discussion about the power of restraint when reporting - restraint when communicating, judging, learning - a recent video shared by @historyinmemes on Twitter has come to mind. In the clip, Prince, at the 1999 "Yahoo! Internet Life Online Music Awards," paused while presenting an award for "Online Pioneer." He shares his ominous concerns over the over-use and over-dependency people at that time were giving the World Wide Web. Who would have thought how much that dependency would grow over the next two decades, as his warning continues to resonate with crowds today?
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Lisa R. Pruitt, a professor of law at the University of California, Davis, recently penned an opinion article for Politico magazine highlighting the surprisingly successful senate campaign of a Democrat in rural America. Professor Pruit joins this segment of Inside Sources to break down John Fetterman’s “every-county” campaign and what it could mean for the opposing party.
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The warrant documents related to the FBI’s raid on former President Trumps Mar-a-largo estate are being unsealed today. Legal Analyst and cohost of "KSL At Night" Greg Skordas joins Boyd to dissect what the documents are rumored to unveil. Together they break down the latest news on this politically divisive raid, where both sides declare, “No one is above the law!”
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President Dallin H. Oaks celebrates a landmark birthday today. Born in 1932 to Stella and Lloyd E. Oaks, the Utah Supreme Court Justice turned first counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints turns 90 years young today. Today we take a look at the legacy and lessons from this learned man, pulling from the Church News Podcast's recent conversation with President Oaks in Rome, Italy, and hosted by Church News Editor Sarah Jane Weaver.
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Food insecurity and nutrition are major concerns for people around the world and in the United States. In fact, ‘sometime’ in September, The White House will hold a Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. This is the first time a conference like this will be held in the US since 1969, but with few details coming out, the question is, what will this conference actually cover? And how will it impact the quality of life for American families? Today, Boyd is joined by an award-winning reporter and founder of FoodFix.co, Helena Bottemiller Evich to hopefully answer those questions and give us a guide for the upcoming White House Food Conference.
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Right now there is a lot of attention on former President’s Trumps Mar-a-Largo home FBI search, but 50 years ago the media was swarming to report on a different presidential scandal. Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Watergate breaking news. In that half-century, has the growing hunger for fast-paced news outrun our need for restraint in reporting? Boyd breaks down the lessons he has learned from Journalist Bob Woodward, who helped break the Watergate story, on how when it comes to life and reporting, ‘restraint always works.’
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Boyd loves having people from across the political spectrum join the show, as the more we expose ourselves to others’ ideals the more we see that we all have similar goals. But what happens when a guest crosses a principled line? Boyd faced that problem last week when a guest attacked not the principles or politics of Speaker Nancy Pelosi, but her personally. What did Boyd choose to do? Shift the conversation to higher ground. That’s the thought that Boyd wants to focus on for his monologue today, how we can choose to shift conversations to higher grounds and the power it gives us to remove divisive wedges.
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Environmental advocates are hopeful that the Senate's recent multi-billion-dollar spending bill will supercharge the transition to electric vehicles and greener sources of power. But The R Street Institute's Devin Hartman says all the money in the world won't be able to fix clean energy's biggest hurdle: regulations.
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School starts this week in many districts around Utah, but for some of our growing community of international refugees, the new school year can be a difficult and expensive process. Utah Refugee Connection Director Amy Dott Harmer has details on a backpack drive they held and why refugee children need a dose of community kindness going into the new school year.
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Attorney General Merrick Garland held a news conference to give more details on why federal agents executed a search warrant at former President Trump's Mar-A-Lago estate. What did he say, what did he not say, and will it change public opinion?
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It might be difficult to imagine looking at your grocery or gas bill, but inflation is hitting some things a lot harder than others. Why is that and what can we expect in the weeks and months ahead? ABC News' Derricke Dennis has details.
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It's election season, and that means lots of fundraising emails. And you're about to get a lot more of them. Politico's Zach Montellaro has details on a free speech fight at the Federal Election Commission that will allow those emails to bypass your spam filter.
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It's probably the most underreported story in politics: Democratic and Republican incumbents are losing their primaries. We're on track for a record number of incumbents in the House to lose their primaries. Boyd looks at why, what this means for the midterms, and what this means for Congress' priorities next term.
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What is the secret to true happiness? Boyd looks at the thoughts of our founding on this subject and why they believed pursuing virtue, discipline, and service led to happiness.
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Disdain towards America and its founding has been growing in some corners for years. We've seen it in everything from toppled statues to social media posts. But what would the world be like without the United States? United States District Court Judge Ted Stewart set out to answer this question in his latest book, "A World Without America: What Would Your Life Be Like If the American Revolution Had Failed?"
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While many people are concerned about the IRS' plan to add 87,000 agents, what's it like when the agency screws up your return? Shoshana Weissmann from the R Street Institute spoke with Boyd about an ongoing mistake the IRS still has not fixed on her return and how the agency could better serve Americans.
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The new inflation report is out...and while it's better than last month, it's still not pretty. While we've seen inflation appear on our grocery bill and at the pump, it's exacerbating the problems small businesses have been experiencing for years. Ron Gibson with the Utah Farm Bureau talks with Boyd about how difficult inflation has been on farmers, who are facing additional challenges with labor and the drought.
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The IRS needs more money. It's not something people like to hear, coming days after the Senate passed a spending bill that would pay for 87,000 new agents. But what we really need to be talking about is how that money could be better used. James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity argues that if we modernize the IRS's tech, it could give taxpayers much more bang for their buck.
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Earlier this week, the Department of Homeland Security quietly ended the controversial "Remain in Mexico" policy. So, what comes next for asylum seekers? The Washington Post's Nick Miroff has details on why the Biden Administration made the shift, the politics behind immigration, and where all those hoping to come to the US will go.
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There are a lot of challenges facing Utah cities and towns today. But when regular people get involved, it can make all the difference. Monica Zoltanski, known by many in Sandy as the lady in the red cowboy hat, won her race for mayor by just 21 votes a few months ago. She talks with Boyd about her journey to the mayor's office, why she embraces conflict, and how to get people on board to solve issues.
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Would you know what to do if a biological agent was released? Wade Mathews from Be Ready Utah gives us advice on what to do to prepare before the unthinkable happens.
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If there is anything Washington loves right now, it's subsidies for electric vehicles. But there is a big problem with EV subsidies in the recently passed Senate bill that will make it difficult for people to take advantage of them. Politico's Alex Daugherty has details on why bureaucrats' even greater love of carveouts might be the saviors of a big piece of the green energy transition.
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Politicians keep arguing over the definition of a recession as Americans deal with soaring inflation, high gas prices, and the aftereffects of the pandemic. But Scott Lincicome from The Cato Institute has a new piece outlining how all this fighting is stopping Washington from working on the issues that negatively affect people's lives, bad economy or not.
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Forty-three (43) students are in Ghana as part of the first Amos C. Brown Fellowship to Ghana. It's a collaboration between the NAACP and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What are they doing there, and how will it help with some of the racial division we're seeing in our own country? Elder Jack N. Gerard, General Authority Seventy of The Church, and student Tyce Hipps talk with Boyd about what they are learning.
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A lot of Americans were furious after the Senate passed a bill giving the IRS $80 billion, with many arguing that the unpopular agency is inefficient. But Catherine Rampell did a fascinating investigation for The Washington Post on how outdated equipment and lack of funding are the real reasons mountains of tax returns are stacked in the IRS cafeteria and your refund is late.
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The FBI executed a search warrant at former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago club and residence in Florida yesterday. The right claims it's political. The left quickly jumped to the agency's defense. Meanwhile, the FBI is silent. Boyd looks at what is fueling the division, why people have lost trust in government institutions, and why we all have the responsibility not to jump to conclusions before the facts come out.
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Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David McCullough has passed away at age 89. Boyd talks about the time he got to meet this masterful storyteller and some of the lessons he learned from him.
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Democrats are optimistic that they have a better chance to keep the House and Senate in November after they spent big to prop up Trump-backed candidates. But Rep. Peter Meijer (R-MI), one of those moderate Republicans they helped defeat, says there's some landmines ahead for both Democrats and the country.
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No one can forget the images coming out of Kabul as the Taliban officially retook Afghanistan last year, with people rushing the airport and babies being given to American soldiers. Everyone was hoping for a chance to get out. But a year ago today, the Taliban began its official takeover of the country one province at a time. Adam Fife with CenCore talks with Boyd about what's happening in the country today, the status of women's rights, and what lies ahead.
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There is a lot of excitement in Washington, as the Senate passed a spending bill that sets aside hundreds of billions of dollars to fight climate change, help people transition to electric vehicles, and make green energy more affordable. But the road to a cleaner energy future is filled with a lot of opportunities and potential potholes. The Washington Post's Steven Mufson analyzed the provisions and talks with Boyd about what he found.
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Some poor and middle class people are a little nervous after the Senate passed their spending bill this weekend. That's because it will pay for thousands of new IRS agents to conduct many more audits. While the IRS says they're only going after the big guys, the Tax Foundation's Alex Muresianu says that might not be true.
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A ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad is holding. The ceasefire was agreed to last night following three days of fighting, where dozens of people were killed and hundreds injured. But there are so many important pieces of news coming out of this, including who took part in the fighting, who did NOT, who brokered the peace, and what this means for the political situation in Israel. University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora calls in from Israel to give us an update on the situation.
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All week, DC Democrats have been proclaiming that their massive climate and healthcare spending bill reduces inflation and does not raise taxes. And yesterday the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act. But if you want to understand how much this bill reduces inflation...the answer may lie in a fairytale classic: The Emperor Has No Clothes.
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With both sides of the political aisle at each other's throats, Boyd looks at why unity might actually be the way out of this nation's troubles.
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The big news in our nation's capitol is that Senator Krysten Sinema from Arizona will vote for the Democrats' latest spending and green energy bill...as long as the parliamentarian gives the okay. Why does that matter, and will there be even more roadblocks ahead? James Wallner from the R Street Institute talks with Boyd about what it will take to get the Inflation Reduction Act across the finish line.
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Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones will have to pay $4 million to the family of a boy killed in the Sandy Hook shooting, a tragedy he had called a hoax on the air. But he could still be forced to pay even more in damages. What is the latest on the trial, and what does it all mean for free speech and anti-harassment laws? ABC News Legal Analyst Royal Oaks breaks it all down.
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At least 10 people have been killed following Israeli airstrikes in Gaza today. What led up to the strike and what can the people of Israel expect in the hours and days ahead? University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora calls from Israel to tell us what he knows, what issues are driving the violence, and how the political situation in Israel is a factor in what's happening.
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The Inflation Reduction Act, if it passes this weekend, includes the biggest investment the U.S. has ever made to fight climate change. And guess who is one of its strongest supporters? Big Oil. Josiah Neeley from the R Street Institute chats with Boyd about what oil companies could gain from the law.
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On August 20th, the Other Side Academy will host the Healing Utah Success Summit. The event aims to help individuals and families struggling with addiction and connect the community through love and unity. Other Side Academy Executive Director David Durocher gives details.
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After criticizing extreme candidates, Democrats turned around and funded them in primary elections, hoping they'd have an easier race in the fall. Boyd talks about how situational ethics isn't ethics at all and argues that We The People have a responsibility to reward candidates with principles.
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You can have a great product or a great vision for the country, but if you don't communicate it in the right way, the tumbleweeds will just roll on by. But in this tough environment for Democrats, one candidate is reaching voters with an unapologetically leftwing campaign. Ben Burgis has a new column in Jacobin arguing that John Fetterman's success so far in Pennsylvania offers a blueprint for how the left can share their ideas for America.
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The U.S. State Department is warning that there could be an increase in anti-American violence following the killing of Al Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahiri. ABC News Crime and Terrorism analyst Brad Garrett talks about why Americans in Yemen, Europe, and elsewhere need to be on alert, as well as rising concerns over blowback due to our use of drones overseas.
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The Democrats' social spending and tax bill might get thwarted by another issue in the reconciliation process: Immigration. Roll Call's Caroline Simon has details on the Republicans' plan to use the often-contentious issue to put Democrats in a tough spot ahead of the midterms.
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Democrats have intervened to help Trump-aligned Republicans beat more moderate candidates in primary races across the country. Why? Because they think it'll make it easier for them to win in November. But Washington Post columnist Megan McArdle argues that two wrongs don't make a right and that after years of criticizing President Trump and his supporters...Democrats just became the thing they hate.
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Addiction has taken a toll on many American households. Young and old, rich and poor, and people of all races struggle with opioids and other drugs. While the problem might be national, a new study from The Manhattan Institute's Charles Fain Lehman says the solutions are more local.
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Can money buy happiness? The latest Mega Millions jackpot winner would probably say so, as would people struggling with inflation. But The Deseret News' Jay Evensen has details on a new study by the Harvard Business School and the University of Exeter, which suggests that free money might actually make your life worse.
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The Senate voted to add Sweden and Finland to NATO in an overwhelming 95-1 vote yesterday. But there is a much more important part of the story that many people have missed. An amendment by Senator Rand Paul (R-KY)--that was voted down--would have made it clear that NATO's treaty doesn't trump Congress's authority to declare war. Boyd looks at whether a road paved with good intentions could actually lead to Congress losing its oversight authority.
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Longtime sports broadcaster Vin Scully passed away yesterday at 94. But there is so much more to him than the man behind the mic for the Dodgers. Boyd reflects on his life and his legendary ability to tell a story.
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What's causing division, disagreement, and competition within the Democratic Party? A new report from the Survey Center on American Life may hold the answer: Democrats are more liberal, more diverse, and less religious. Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News took a deep dive into the data and what it all means for the future of the party.
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While Santa and his reindeer won't have any problems delivering presents to all the good girls and boys this Christmas, a backup at the nation's ports has retailers on edge ahead of the holiday season. Is anything being done to break the bottlenecks as the peak shipping time of the year begins? Lori Ann LaRocco from CNBC has details on the problems ports and shippers will have to sort out.
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Senator Joe Manchin and Majority Leader Chuck Schumer have struck a deal on a social spending and tax bill that could give Democrats a much-needed political win. But passing the bill won't be easy. What obstacles still stand in Democrats way? James Wallner from the R Street Institute talks about the hurdles the bill faces on its way to the president's desk.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan. The Senate passing a veteran's health bill and possibly allowing more countries to join NATO. Kansas' vote on abortion. Boyd looks at what we're missing in the stories grabbing all the headlines.
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While it's no secret that Democrats are spending big to support Republicans they think they can beat in November, some of those Republican candidates are winning. Eric Boehm from Reason discusses the Democrats' strategy, if it could backfire on the party in the future, and why it might destroy trust and intellectual diversity in politics.
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With the United States' pullout from Afghanistan, Russia' invasion of Ukraine, and an aggressive China, the global economy and geopolitical balance is changing. What does that mean for the US, and what should America's role be as we move into the future? Congressman Chris Stewart is hosting the annual Stewart Security Summit in Salt Lake City this week. He joins Boyd to talk about the summit and discuss the challenges America faces on the world stage.
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After 15 years as non-speaking autistic, Sam learned to communicate through new technology and communication methods. Boyd discusses what he learned from Sam's journey.
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We don't like to think about it, but it's a reality of American life now: school shootings. Be Ready Utah's Jeff Johnson has what parents, students, and schools need to do to keep calm and stop a tragedy before it starts.
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While all the pundits have written off the Democrats' chances in November, they might have a chance to pick up some serious wins in governors' races across the country. Jonathan Martin from The New York Times has a new piece outlining Democrats' strengths and where Republicans believe they can compete.
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Al-Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahiri was killed in a drone strike in Afghanistan yesterday. The news comes right after a new report claims tens of millions of Afghans will face severe hunger and famine, in part due to the Taliban rolling back women's rights. Boyd talks about what is going on in the country, as well as what to expect following Speaker Pelosi's visit to Taiwan.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has landed in Taiwan in a show of "solidarity" with the island nation. The American Enterprise Institute's Gary Schmitt examines the storylines we should be paying attention to and analyses how much influence America has in countering possible Chinese aggression.
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What's the problem with letting "the experts" decide public policy? Daniel Ortner from the Pacific Legal Foundation has a new piece in The Hill arguing why it's better that Congress, and not unaccountable bureaucrats, make the laws that affect everyone.
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Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Rob Portman (R-OH) squared off in the latest Senate Project Debate, co-sponsored by The Orrin G. Hatch Foundation. The foundation's executive director Matt Sandrgren gives a recap and talks with Boyd about what he learned during the exchange.
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It's Election Day in several states across the country, but a group of high-profile Democrats is begging their party NOT to meddle in the Republican primaries. David Siders from Politico has details on the letter they sent, and their concerns that short term victories could blow up in Democrats' faces this November.
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Basketball great Bill Russell passed away at age 88. Boyd looks at what we can learn from his legacy.
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Congress is simultaneously trying to spur green energy investment and tax the heck out of it. What's going on? The Manhattan Institute's Brian Riedl has a new piece in the New York Post showing what happens when politicians try to please everyone at once.
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Democrats and Republicans came together to pass the CHIPS Act, which is aimed at helping companies manufacture semiconductors in the United States. But journalist Bob Davis has a new piece in Politico asking whether this is the right way to help the industry or if it will turn into Solyndra 2.0.
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More than half of the top startups in the United States are started by immigrants. But Congress is blocking more people from moving here. Reason's Fiona Harrigan has a new piece outlining how bad policy is also bad for the American economy.
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Julia Chiou Knutson's brother Sam did not communicate for 15 years...until one day he did. Julia talks with Boyd about a new way that is helping her brother be understood and what she learned about those with nonspeaking autism in the process.
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Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) has brokered a deal with Senate Democrats over a slimmed down version of the Build Back Better bill, called the Inflation Reduction Act. What is he saying in support of it, and will the bill do what he hopes?
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Is it a recession or not a recession? In the battle over what to call our current economic situation, Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute has a new piece outlining how politicians aren't addressing the real hardships ordinary Americans are experiencing.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is visiting Taiwan despite increasing threats from China. But what is Taiwan doing to prepare for the Speaker's visit? The Washington Examiner's Cami Mondeaux has details on the trip and whether D.C. is feeling any jitters.
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Boyd looks at why it's so important to protect religious liberty. It's only by allowing people to bring their full selves to the public square do we, in turn, truly foster an environment of curiosity, growth, and change.
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13 of the 15 most popular governors in the country have something in common: they're Republicans. That's true in both blue and red states. While they're all part of the same party, they don't all think or govern in the same way. Boyd looks at why that is and what Washington can learn from the states.
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Democrats are coming together to support The Inflation Reduction Act, the name of the much smaller Build Back Better bill they negotiated with Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV). They're also hoping to run on it ahead of the midterms. But a new analysis from the University of Pennsylvania shows that it's highly unlikely the law will lower prices at the grocery store.
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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is in Salt Lake City to tout the infrastructure bill. But what does Utah get out of the deal? And what is his plan for the future of transportation? KSL NewsRadio's Heather Kelly got a one-on-one interview with Secretary Buttigieg and tells Boyd what she learned and why it matters to regular people.
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While the shrinking of the Great Salt Lake has a lot of people on edge right now, you might not know that Congress has been working on solutions behind the scenes for a while. Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) is the sponsor of one of those bills. He joins Boyd to explain why data collection will be an important part of saving the lake and how he got people from across the political spectrum to support the idea.
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Is government getting in the way of cheaper healthcare? Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO), a fierce critic of Big Tech, is one of several senators asking the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Amazon's deal to buy One Medical, a boutique, subscription-based health service. But Patrick Hedger from the Taxpayers' Protection Alliance says government stepping in and blocking the sale could actually do more harm than good for regular people.
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In a surprise, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), a reliably progressive vote in the House for decades, just signaled that she might not support the Democrats' latest Build Back Better spending bill because it doesn't set aside money to build more affordable housing. On the other side of the fence, free market supporters are upset because some zoning reform language was left out. Christian Britschgi from Reason joins Boyd to talk about what's going on and whether this will stop the bill from getting passed.
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It was the news that caused a social media meltdown and earned strong words from veterans and comedian Jon Stewart: Senate Republicans blocked the PACT Act, which would have expanded healthcare coverage for military veterans exposed to toxins and burn pits during their service. Who could argue with that? Boyd goes through what happened, where the Democrats went wrong, and why politics turned a slam dunk into a partisan failure.
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What is the language of liberty? Boyd chats about the importance of keeping our word in a free society and what happens when trust breaks down.
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Former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang and New Jersey's former Republican governor Christie Todd Whitman have announced a new third party, The Forward Party. But can the Forward Party truly give Americans an alternative to the major parties?
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Air conditioning is vital in an age of extreme heat waves, but it can also belch out climate change-inducing greenhouse gases. But CNBC's Cat Clifford has details on a new Bill Gates-backed green air conditioning unit that can also generate much cleaner power when the grid fails.
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Will you get audited to fund Obamacare? Democrats are working on a massive climate, healthcare, and inflation spending bill. But in order to pay for it, regular people might get a knock on the door from the IRS. Ryan Ellis from the Center for a Free Economy, who is also a tax preparer, talks about what's going on and why everyone should be concerned.
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While the history books often paint President Jimmy Carter as a failure on the economy, if you take a hard look at his presidency, he has some fascinating insights on how to navigate tough economic waters. Boyd argues that he's just one of many commanders-in-chief President Biden should look to if he wants to right the country's economic ship.
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Between millions of baby boomers leaving the workforce, a low birthrate, and the Great Resignation, the US has a talent shortage. Edson Barton and Jeri Larsen from YouScience discuss the findings of their new survey showing how young people have the skills but are not considering jobs they might have an aptitude for. They also talk with Boyd about how to get kids outside their comfort zones and thinking differently about their future careers.
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Today's report showing the US economy shrunk 0.9% was expected. But it's coming at a critical time, as Americans deal with inflation and the war in Ukraine continues to make prices go up. ABC News correspondent Dave Packer has insight on the discussions going on in D.C. and at kitchen tables everywhere.
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Is the United States in a recession? Today's GDP report suggests yes, but the Biden administration says no. Eric Boehm from Reason took a deep dive on the numbers to show the strengths and weaknesses of the economy. He also chats with Boyd about how both sides are using today's news for political messaging purposes.
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It's great to have a vision of the future. But do you have a strategy for getting there? Boyd revisits an exchange between Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about the future of electric cars, showing how big ideas without specific plans create a lot of the problems we have today.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken has announced that he'll be speaking with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for the first time since the Ukrainian war began. And there is a generous offer to free WNBA star Brittany Griner from a Russian prison. Boyd looks at what leverage the US might have in any negotiations and what Russia will want in return.
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The Fed has hiked interest rates again, hoping to bring down inflation. But after months of misreading the economy, is it too late to course correct? Robert Spendlove of Zions Bank talks about what regular people and state governments can expect in the coming months.
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If President Biden is the captain of the Democratic Party and former President Trump is still the captain of the GOP, voters and party members from the left to the right are ready to mutiny. While the polls show that both men are not as popular as they once were, Boyd looks at the current political landscape and points out that voters' preference for new voices can lead them to support some questionable candidates.
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Today the Senate passed the CHIPS bill, which provides billions of dollars to the US semiconductor industry. The politicians say it will help us compete with China. But are we going about it the wrong way? Scott Hodge from The Tax Foundation talks with Boyd about why this bipartisan bill is too short sighted for such a fast-paced industry.
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Laws passed in other states aren't supposed to affect Utah. But California's Assembly Bill 5, a law intended to protect workers, has sparked trucker protests at their ports and is causing even more problems in the supply chain for businesses and regular people. CNBC's Lori Ann LaRocco has details on what happened last week and how long it might take to unclog the ports.
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Boyd shares one way you can better navigate life: don't skimp on contact points. What does that mean? And how does that apply to your spirituality, social life, or politics?
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With record high heatwaves hitting across the country, do you know how to protect yourself in extreme heat? KSL-TV meteorologist Matt Johnson has some advice about what to do before going outside and how to recognize when something's wrong.
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A major new study from the University College London found that low levels of serotonin do not cause depression. What does that mean for the millions of Americans taking antidepressants or seeking mental health help? Lois Collins from the Deseret News breaks down the findings and discusses where the medical science on mental health goes from here.
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China is saber-rattling following the news that Speaker Nancy Pelosi is planning on visiting Taiwan. However, she is getting support for her trip from some surprising sources, despite China's threat of military action. Boyd looks at what it all means and what to expect in the days and weeks ahead when it comes to Taiwan.
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There is a flurry of bills being passed in Congress ahead of lawmakers' recess. Senator Mike Lee stops by Inside Sources to talk about the FORMULA Act President Biden just signed, as well as a new bill that would help the University of Utah. Lastly, he gives an update on the status of an American servicemember being held in Japan over a deadly crash.
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The Republican Party has been quick to dismiss college students as liberal leaning, inconsequential voters. But a new poll shows these young adults may be more moderate than they get credit for. Sarah Lawrence College professor Sam Abrams has a new piece in Real Clear Education arguing that GOP candidates hoping to secure a congressional seat in the midterms...or the presidency in 2024...should start engaging young people.
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Many politicians like to make grand, Kennedy-esque moonshot statements...and then do everything possible (including bypassing Congress) to make those dreams a reality. But a politician's grand ambitions have real world, negative consequences for Americans if those ideas are not implemented correctly. Boyd looks at an exchange between Congressman Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg showing how our lack of planning for electric cars now might crash the power grid in the future.
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President Biden wants to use the power of the executive branch to declare a climate emergency. While the president has many tools at his disposal, is that the right way to tackle such an important issue? Bonnie Kristian has a new piece in Reason outlining why we all lose when politicians declare an emergency over everything.
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Boyd wraps up Inside Sources' coverage of the events surrounding this year's Pioneer Day and recounts a pioneer story.
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While the price of gas is--thankfully--going down, the war of words over who is responsible for those high prices is heating up going into the midterms. What will you need to be paying attention to? Senator Angus King (I-ME), who caucuses with the Democrats, and Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) had a fascinating exchange during a committee meeting yesterday that shows what both sides are saying in the battle for public opinion.
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Summer is supposed to be a time of carefree relaxation. But prices are up on important summer necessities, from bike helmets to pool fencing, because of tariffs and our trade war with China. Eric Boehm from Reason has a new piece showing why all that makes "fun in the sun" more expensive and dangerous.
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While many Americans were upset at recent Supreme Court decisions on abortion, guns, and environmental regulations, these decisions have a silver lining. They are forcing Congress and state lawmakers to start doing their jobs and craft legislation. Boyd looks at what bills are being written and passed and why the legislative process is getting better.
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At This is the Place Heritage Park this morning, hundreds gathered to witness the historic unveiling of a new monument honoring early Black pioneers. What was it like for those who have dreamed of this for so long? Filmmaker Mauli Junior Bonner, who helped make the monument a reality, joins Inside Sources to talk about the ceremony and the value of this monument to the whole community.
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When was the last time someone surprised you with their values, perspective, background? Boyd chats about why you should allow people to surprise you more often instead of putting them in boxes.
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If President Biden and Congressional Democrats were looking for relationship advice with the American people, it might be summed up with the old dating relationship phrase, "They just aren't that into you." While Democrats take their anger out on Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Boyd argues they should learn from example on engaging voters and study why he has become one of the most popular politicians in the country.
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President Dallin H. Oaks of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints made a major speech on religious liberty in Rome. What did President Oaks say about the challenges for religious freedom around the globe? How can different religions build bridges? And what is the power of religion in communities?
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The news that all four of Utah's Congressman voted in favor of the marriage equality bill made national headlines, but it shouldn't have. Boyd shows that the lesson Congress should learn from the Respect for Marriage Act is that doing smaller bills well can turn into a big win for everyone.
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Environmentalists might be losing the battle on climate change. That's a surprising statement because most people want a cleaner planet, and President Biden just signed an executive order on climate. But Henry Olsen from The Washington Post has a new column showing how important battles can be lost on winning issues if you don't engage the public in the right way.
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The myths and misperceptions about immigrants in the US are far and wide. Some people believe they're dangerous, take American jobs, or that they're different from previous waves of immigrants. But what's the real story of America's immigrants...from Ellis Island to today?
Dr. Ran Abramitzsky from Stanford University is the co-author of the new book, "Streets of Gold: America's Untold Story of Immigrant Success", which shows how immigrants from different areas of the world and across generations have remarkably similar stories. Dr. Abramitzsky joins Inside Sources to talk about why and explain how the children of immigrants quickly climb the ladder of success in America.
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Have you ever heard of a kakistocracy? It's government by the very worst and the most ignorant in society. Are we there yet in America? Maybe not. Boyd breaks down the importance of rewarding good behavior, not bad behavior, from our elected officials so we can avoid becoming a kakistocracy in the future.
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When it comes to first aid, do you know what to include in a basic kit? Or if you came across someone who is injured or unresponsive, would you know how to help? Sarah Paice from Red Cross Utah gives us the basics.
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This month marks the 175th anniversary of the Mormon Battalion. This group of 500 Latter-day Saints traveled all the way from Kansas to San Diego, California to help in the war effort against Mexico. But why are we still talking about them almost 2 centuries later? And what can we learn from their sacrifice? Elder D. Todd Christofferson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mormon Battalion Association President Greg Christofferson, and composer Marden Pond address those questions and preview an event honoring the battalion this weekend.
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Could Congress finally do its job and reform the Electoral Count Act? The little-known but very vague law was used in 2020 to challenge the results of the presidential election. Some even blame it, in part, for what happened on January 6th. Jonathan Bydlak from The R Street Institute has details on how a bipartisan group of Senators is aiming to fix the law and restore credibility to the Electoral College count.
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The collapse of Sri Lanka's government is heartbreaking for the people there, but it could also have ramifications in the U.S. Josh Lipsky from The Atlantic Council breaks down how Sri Lanka got here, China's role in the crisis, and whether the International Monetary Fund can bail the country out.
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Several small businesses from Utah are back in Washington, D.C. this week to take part in the 10,000 Small Businesses Summit, the largest gathering of those companies in the U.S. Schuyler Northstrom, the President and CEO of Uinta Mattress, talks with Boyd about the conversations between lawmakers and business owners and the policies Washington could pursue to help smaller companies thrive.
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As the nation grapples with recent gun violence and mass shootings, an unlikely pair in Congress has introduced a bill that could save people's lives. Reps. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) and John Curtis (R-UT) have introduced a bill that would allow people to put themselves on a "do not sell" list for gun stores. Reps. Jayapal and Curtis join Inside Sources to talk about the bill and the conversations we should be having around mental health in D.C.
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The Pioneers who first came to the Salt Lake Valley in 1847 don't seem like they have a lot in common with the men who walked on the moon in 1969. But Boyd shows that they share much more in spirit than most people realize.
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Since the US pulled out of Afghanistan, Utah has welcomed over 900 refugees from that country. But now Washington's lack of action has left those refugees in a state of limbo. How are DC Lawmakers getting in the way of states like Utah who want to help and resettle refugees? Reason Assistant Editor Fiona Harrigan has a detailed report on how the feds are blocking efforts by Utahns to make their new neighbors permanent ones.
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With everything going on in the US, how likely is it Republicans will take back the Senate? While the general ballot has them ahead, a lot depends on the right candidates and a messaging strategy that will appeal to likely voters. Boyd looks at some key races to determine how likely it is the party can pull off multiple victories in November.
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Could you be paying even more at the pump this fall? Gas prices are slowly, but thankfully, coming down from their all-time highs. But some analysts are warning The White House that oil prices could triple this fall. What's going on and what is Washington doing to prepare? The Washington Post's Evan Halper has details.
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Net neutrality is making a comeback, as Democrats in Congress have introduced a new bill to restore the Obama-era Internet rules. While Republicans are expected to reject the bill, it may have been the GOP who got the ball rolling in the first place with their attacks on social media companies. James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity breaks down the proposal and why it might not be a good idea.
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While all the pundits have left the Democrats for dead in the midterms, and polls show voters are unhappy with incumbents, Election Day is still months away. That's enough time in politics to turn things around. What conversations are happening and should be happening in DC to get the country back on the right track? Boyd looks at why slimming down expectations can lead to more legislative success.
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Some of the greatest speeches in the world were never given. But the wisdom they contain is something we can all learn from. For his final thought on a Friday, Boyd chats about "Undelivered: The Never-Heard Speeches That Would Have Rewritten History" by Jeff Nussbaum that came out earlier this year.
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How should Washington actually approach spending bills during this time of high inflation? Many in D.C. say they're absolutely shocked that negotiations between Senator Joe Manchin and other Senate Democrats over the president's latest Build Back Better bill seem to have fallen apart. But is it really that surprising, and what should the party learn from this latest setback? Reason's Eric Boehm analyses the situation.
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Sri Lanka is in the middle of an economic crisis that could ripple around the world. What's happening and what could the ramifications be for other countries, including the US? Boyd breaks down what we need to paying attention to.
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President Biden says inflation is THE top priority. And yet, lawmakers have done nothing but pass the buck and place blame. What's stopping them from taking action? The Manhattan Institute's Brian Riedl has a new piece in The New York Post arguing that the upcoming elections and the groups who make up Democrats' key constituencies might have everything to do with it.
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Was the 2020 presidential election really stolen? Nearly a third of Americans believe so and even more Republicans do. But a new report from some high profile conservatives might prove once and for all that it wasn't. Retired Judge Thomas Griffith, one of the co-authors of “Lost, Not Stolen: The Conservative Case That Trump Lost and Biden Won the 2020 Election", took an in depth look at the Trump campaign's legal filings. He joins Inside Sources to go over what they found.
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In a new poll, a majority of Americans say they're struggling financially and blame Washington. However, the official numbers show that people are actually doing well economically. Boyd looks at what's causing the great disconnect between regular, working Americans and politicians in DC, and why President Biden's messaging is falling flat.
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President Biden is visiting the Middle East, and there is a lot of attention on his meetings with the heads of Israel and Saudi Arabia. Fist bumps vs handshakes aside, what does the president hope to achieve? And what are the actual likely outcomes? Olivier Knox from The Washington Post breaks down the important storylines.
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It's the return of an all-time audience favorite! Boyd is joined by his son McKay Matheson to discuss the importance living in the moment instead of trying to capture the perfect picture on your phone.
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Does your teenager know what to do if there is ever an emergency or natural disaster? It's never too late to learn basic response skills. Jeff Johnson with Be Ready Schools takes us through what skills your teen needs to know.
All year, KSL NewsRadio is partnering with Be Ready Utah to bring you important conversations about emergency preparedness. Have more questions? Don't know where to start? Go to BeReady.Utah.Gov for information on this and other topics.
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What made the late Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe so important, and what lessons in leadership can we learn from him? Harvard University Professor Roger Porter has a new piece outlining the value of balancing competing priorities with grace.
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We are just a few short years from the next presidential election, and candidates are starting to rev their campaign engines. While a lot of the oxygen in the room has been taken up by flashier politicians, is there room for someone who is quieter, but who also might be a much more effective policymaker? A Politico piece on Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin makes a compelling case for the latter.
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You may have missed it, but Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has announced he is moving to Traverse City, Michigan. He'll even be voting from there. He's not losing his job, just getting out of D.C. It got Boyd to thinking how the country would benefit if whole departments were moved out of the bubble of Washington, D.C. and into regular communities.
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St. Xenia Orthodox Church in Payson, Utah will be officially consecrated and dedicated on Saturday. While it usually takes parish communities a decade or two to build and consecrate a new Orthodox Christian church, the clergy and faithful were able to do it in only two. Peter Samore, Director of Communications at the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America and a former reporter at KSL NewsRadio, joins Boyd to discuss the significance of this event for everyone.
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The new Suicide Prevention Hotline number 988 will go live this Saturday, 5 years after Congressman Chris Stewart and the late Senator Orrin Hatch first proposed it. But so far, the rollout has been a soft one. What opportunities and challenges are states and the federal government facing ahead of this week's launch? Congressman Stewart and Matt Sandgren from The Hatch Foundation join Inside Sources with the details.
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How do you create an experience that leads to a transformation of thought? Boyd chats about how we can become masters of speech and improve the dialogue in our country.
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It's Amazon Prime Day! Today many people are more focused on getting the latest deal than doing any work. It's also prime time for Washington, D.C. bureaucrats to propose antitrust legislation against the retail giant. But do consumers and small businesses actually need politicians to go after Amazon? Patrick Hedger from the Taxpayers Protection Alliance outlines where government is getting it wrong when it comes to the e-commerce giant.
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It's out with the old in with the new as Utah looks to rebrand itself with a brand new flag. While some believe it's time to ditch the beehive symbol, others believe nothing represents us better. Former Utah Governor Gary Herbert discusses why he believes we should keep the beehive on the state flag.
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Prosecutors send 600,000 people to jail every year nationwide, but many of these attorneys have never seen the inside of a cell. Now, 65 prosecutors across the country have pledged to do so. Why? Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill talks about what he hopes to learn and how this could lead to better conversations about criminal justice reform.
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How much do you pay in taxes? President Biden and progressives in Congress have made raising taxes on the rich, and only the rich, a key part of their domestic agenda. But does all this talk about the rich make us lose focus on the tax burden regular workers and small businesses shoulder? Garrett Watson from The Tax Foundation shows what we're really shelling out to Uncle Sam.
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In a punch to the gut for consumers, inflation rose 9.1% in June. It's a hardship many people haven't felt in 40 years, while others are getting hit for the first time. How will this impact your income? And is this the peak of our economic pain or just the beginning? CNBC.com Economics Editor Jeff Cox breaks down the numbers.
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Are we addicted to contempt? How can we break the cycle of hate and better engage with those who think differently than we do? Special Olympics Chairman of the Board and UNITE.org co-founder Tim Shriver comes back on Inside Sources to talk about rejecting the negative, why we're more connected than we believe, and building more positive bridges with others.
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As we enter election season, Boyd warns against giving up your ethics and your values to become the very thing you're fighting against.
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Does your school have a safety plan? Ben Horsley from the Granite School District guides us through what schools need to include, whether it's a natural disaster or school shooting.
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Oil prices are falling, but the price at the gas pump remains high. Why? The R Street Institute's Phil Rossetti outlines the problems in the refining industry and the government policies that aren't helping.
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- It's the new suicide prevention lifeline number that will launch this Saturday. But there are concerns about funding as the number of crisis calls increases nationwide. Are states ready for the rollout? What work lies ahead to make this a smooth transition? Politico's Megan Messerly did some digging on the challenges ahead.
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Boyd lost his voice last week, something that can take the wind out of a radio host's sails. But it also gave him time to reflect about the value of silence and what we can discover when we take time to be quiet and just listen.
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A lack of integrity among politicians, declining trust in our institutions, and violence in response to Supreme Court decisions are a few of the big problems facing our nation. How do we fix these issues? In the latest installment of Boyd's interview with Joe Lieberman, the former senator and vice presidential candidate outlines how we can overcome them.
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Washington, D.C. and at least 27 states are cutting taxes this year, hoping to gain favor with voters ahead of November's elections. But The Washington Post's Catherine Rampell has a new piece outlining why that might be a bad idea and how lawmakers could be trading a potential economic recovery for a short-term political win.
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This week, the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square is putting on its first public concert since 2020. Its message is a critical one: Love Thy Neighbor. Choir music director Mack Wilburg gives us a look at what it took to get the choir back together and why this show is so unique.
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The news of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's assassination shocked and saddened the world. But most Americans do not know that his views still shape much of our policy in the Pacific today. Dan Blumenthal from the American Enterprise Institute, and coauthor of the book "The China Nightmare: The Grand Ambitions of a Decaying State", spoke with Inside Sources about what his death really means for the US and the Indo-Pacific in the face of an aggressive China.
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Why is President Biden's economic message falling flat with voters? It might have something to do with how wealthy the areas around Washington, D.C. are. Boyd looks at the money the area has been accumulating over the past decade and why that might be drowning out needed voices in the room.
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President Biden came into office with the goals of inspiring new confidence in the US and restoring less flashy leadership. But a new poll from the New York Times shows he has a 33% approval rating. That's a big disconnect with American voters. What lessons can he, and the Republicans who want to take back Congress, learn from these numbers?
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In 2020, adults age 60 and older reported a combined $966 million in losses due to fraud. While scammers don't discriminate, why are older people losing more money than young people? Rob Ence, the Executive Director of the Utah Governor's Commission on Aging, joins the show to discuss a new program to help fight scams and what people need to know before falling victim to fraud. Guest Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Scott Simpson.
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Religious participation is dwindling among young adults. There are a host of different factors, from social media to a lack of local journalism, that are driving this decline. So why does it matter? And can we reverse course? The American Enterprise Institute's Dan Cox spoke at the International Religious Freedom Summit and shares his analysis into the topic. Guest Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Scott Simpson.
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Does the road to the White House in 2024 start in Utah? A well-known governor is holding a fundraiser here that is attracting a lot of attention. CNBC.com political finance reporter Brian Schwartz, who broke the story, discusses the strategy behind Governor Ron DeSantis' fundraiser and why he is attracting some big donors in the Beehive State. Guest Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Scott Simpson.
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We have had a lot of bad news in the economy recently, so it was a pleasant surprise to see a positive jobs report today. What did it say, and does it mean that we can avoid a recession? ABC News' Derricke Dennis has the details. Guest Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Scott Simpson.
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Tired of buying a new charger for all of your devices? Well, some lawmakers, including Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, are pushing for a universal charger. But is this a good idea? James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity outlines why politicians are looking for a problem that they might make worse. Guest Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Scott Simpson.
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The world is in shock after the former Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe was assassinated today while campaigning. What does this mean both for Japan and for America? Aaron Starks from World Trade Center Utah talks about the differences between the two countries and the importance of Prime Minister Abe around the world. Guest Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Scott Simpson.
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How much do you pay in taxes? President Biden and progressives in Congress have made raising taxes on the rich, and only the rich, a key part of their domestic agenda. But does all this talk about the rich make us lose focus on the tax burden regular workers and small businesses shoulder? Guest Hosts Taylor Morgan and Scott Simpson break down a report from The Tax Foundation that shows how much we really pay and why simplifying the tax code would be better for everyone.
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Today, President Biden signed an executive order aimed at protecting abortion access across the country. What's in it? Is executive action really the best way to address the issues we're facing following the Supreme Court's ruling on Roe v. Wade? And what questions will states like Utah have to answer when crafting abortion policy? Guest Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Scott Simpson.
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A recent poll shows that a majority of Americans think that American democracy will eventually cease to exist. Are they right? Or do we have more to hope for than we think? Boyd spoke with Former Senator Joe Lieberman about what he thinks about the future of the country.
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When disaster strikes, does your local community have a plan to help you and your neighbors survive? The Red Cross' Michael Smauldon joins Inside Sources to talk about how to put together a community disaster plan and what you need to think about before disaster happens.
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Interest rates are rising, which means the federal government's $30 trillion debt is becoming even more expensive. How will this impact taxpayers and DC spending? And with Trump-backed Republicans losing big in the primaries, could the right's economic agenda shift to the center to attract more voters this fall? The Washington Post's Henry Olsen breaks down the economic and political realities.
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Congress' very existence is based on a compromise our founders came to over 200 years ago. But since then, this great legislative body has lost the ability to find middle ground and pass bills. Whether we're talking about voting rights, crime, or healthcare, how do we restore compromise to the House and the Senate? Former Senator Joe Liberman gave his thoughts on the problem and the way forward during an interview with Boyd this week.
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These are challenging times at home and abroad, from Russia's invasion of Ukraine to political division in America. In that light, the Tabernacle Choir is putting on a special concert to inspire more kindness called "Love Thy Neighbor". It's their first performance open to the general public since 2020. Tabernacle Choir President Mike Leavitt stops by to give details.
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The summer can be a terrible time for air quality in the Salt Lake area. That's why businesses and community groups are joining the 13th annual Clear the Air Challenge. Salt Lake Chamber CEO Derek Miller talks about the program and how people can participate.
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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg unveiled a "racial equity" infrastructure plan this week. But if you look past the headlines and the buzz words, there's a lot in the pilot program that's forward-thinking, community connecting, and could give all Americans more choices when it comes to transportation.
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Activists and politicians are calling this week's Supreme Court ruling in West Virginia vs. EPA a loss for the planet. But could it actually speed up our transition to green energy? Phil Rossetti from The R Street Institute breaks down what the ruling means, how Congress can address environmental problems, and how business has been leading on clean energy.
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The nation is facing a lot of big problems. But Boyd says we have the power to solve them if we can just come together in our communities.
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Rising interest rates are making a tight housing market even harder for homebuyers. But Boyd looks at a new opinion piece outlining why they're an even bigger problem for a nation's $30 Trillion in debt.
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Today, President Biden called on Senators to drop the filibuster to pass federal abortion rights protections, while Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin pointed the finger at Senators Joe Manchin and Krysten Sinema as the main stumbling blocks to getting anything done. But James Wallner with The R Street Institute says the reality is there are plenty of ways to pass legislation even with the filibuster.
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Hundreds of Ukrainian refugees will be coming to the state of Utah soon. How long will they stay here and what can we do to help them? Aden Batar from Catholic Community Services has details.
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On the 4th of July we'll celebrate some of our first freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of religion. But why were these liberties so important to our nation's founders? Boyd sat down with retired Senator Joe Lieberman in New York this week about how they connect us and create a more civil society.
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Congress loves to tell you that their hands are tied and that someone, or something, is holding them back from passing timely, important laws that will save the American republic. Boyd looks at why that's not true and how Congress has a lot more power to make and pass laws then they let on.
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Following some very high-profile rulings from The Supreme Court this month over several contentious issues...many regular Americans and several lawmakers are questioning the very institution of the Court itself and calling for radical changes. But how should actually view the institution of The Supreme Court? Adam J. White from The American Enterprise Institute, who also served on President Biden's Supreme Court Commission, shows the challenges and opportunities moving forward.
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The past few years have in many ways frayed the fabric of the United States: From the 2020 election to January 6th to President Biden's crisis-ridden first year in office. The New York Times' Jonathan Martin has a new book on these last few tumultuous years, "This Will Not Pass: Trump, Biden, and the Battle for America's Future". He chats with Boyd about what we've learned and how we can move forward.
Jonathan will also be speaking at a free event moderated by Utah Governor Spencer Cox at The Hinckley Institute of Politics today. For more information, please visit: https://www.hinckley.utah.edu/calendar/2022/6/20/thisshallnotpass
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While many Americans believe our country is too divided to be saved, Boyd chats about why he disagrees. Plus, today is primary day in Utah. Boyd reminds everyone that tomorrow morning is more important than election day itself.
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If you were caught in a flood--either at home or on the road--would you know what to do? Keith Paul from The Red Cross gives us important advice during this week's ‘Be Ready Utah’ segment.
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University of Utah President Taylor Randall is on a statewide tour to share the university's 6 new commitments. He joins Boyd to discuss the new compact with the community and why it's important.
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With all the news recently, it's easy to forget that rising crime is a huge issue motivating voters across the country. That's a major change from just a couple of years ago, when the death of George Floyd put a new focus on criminal justice reform. But is there still space for criminal justice reform? Sarah Anderson with The R Street Institute outlines how we get reforms that work without letting criminals off the hook.
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Two former generals are calling on Americans to rediscover our core values to strengthen our country, because current political division is a threat to our national security. Boyd looks at what they said.
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It's Primary Election Day in Utah! Right now, Utahns are casting their ballots in 4 congressional races, a senate race, and some contested state legislative races. Jason Perry from The Hinckley Institute of Politics breaks down what voters should know about today's election and what to expect.
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The January 6th Committee heard from a top aide of former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, who testimony about what happened that day. Boyd discusses why and why not this might not add to the committee's case against President Trump.
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A poll released yesterday says that almost half of all Americans believe the US will "cease to be a democracy in the future." But British Prime Minister Boris Johnson disagrees. Why? Boyd looks at a fascinating interview he gave to CNN and what other countries see in America that Americans don't.
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After a week at Priest Lake with family, Boyd shares what he learned about curiosity, light, connection, and pickleball.
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On Friday, the Supreme Court ruled to overturn Roe v. Wade in a historic 5-4 decision. While conservatives celebrate the ruling, how are Utah Democrats reacting to the news? State Representative Angela Romero gives a look at what Democrats are feeling and the legislation that might be proposed in the next session.
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Primary Day is less than 24 hours away, and candidates are doing the rounds, giving their final pitches. The Republicans in the running for Utah's Congressional District 1, Tina Cannon, Andrew Badger, and Congressman Blake Moore, spoke to Inside Sources today and delivered their last message to voters before the election.
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The Supreme Court's decisions on abortion, guns, and school prayer have been met with a lot of anger, threats of violence, and actual violence against people and property. But how can we cool things down in America? The answer might actually be more federalism. J.D. Tuccille from Reason has a recent piece outlining why making more decisions on the local level might cool things down.
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There has been a lot of news recently from The Supreme Court and in Congress. Boyd looks at the things we should be paying attention to and how that might affect the primaries.
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Did you know if you don't give up personal information to the government about your fertility history, time you spend at work, and your mortgage...you could be prosecuted and hit with huge fines? A little known survey from the Census Bureau forces millions of Americans to divulge this personal information each year. Adi Dynar from The Pacific Legal Foundation gives details on the American Community Survey and the people who are suing to stop it.
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The Senate filibuster has increasingly come under attack in recent years, with lawmakers from both sides of the aisle calling for it to be abolished so they can do everything from repeal Obamacare to pass voting rights legislation. But what would the Senate be like without the filibuster? Marty Gold and Matt Sandgren from The Hatch Foundation join Boyd to make the case for preserving this important legislative tool.
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There was a huge 1st Amendment decision that was handed down from The Supreme Court today. What will it mean for students, teachers, and others who pray at public schools? Kelsey Dallas from The Deseret News breaks down what was decided in Kennedy v. Bremerton and what it all means.
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With the decision overturning Roe v. Wade handed down today, how did we get here? And what role is Chief Justice John Roberts playing in this and other decisions? Mariana Alfaro from The Washington Post takes us behind the scenes of The Supreme Court. Guest Hosts: Cate Klundt and Scott Simpson.
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It's not just abortion. The Supreme Court also handed down a major ruling on guns. Why does it matter in Utah and what comes next? Jim Burling with the Pacific Legal Foundation breaks down the case. Guest Hosts: Cate Klundt and Scott Simpson.
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Emotions are high after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade this morning. But what did the court actually decide? Constitutional lawyer Bill Duncan takes us through the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision. Guest Hosts: Cate Klundt and Scott Simpson.
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Last year, lawmakers in DC passed the bipartisan infrastructure bill. But projects in the United States cost so much more than in other places in the world. Eli Dourado from the Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University has a new piece arguing we need to change how projects are done instead of just looking at how low interest rates are. Guest Hosts: Cate Klundt and Scott Simpson.
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Following the decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, President Biden called on voters to support politicians who are pro choice at the ballot box this November. But are specific issues like abortion enough to change votes and impact the course of this year's midterms? It might not. Guest Hosts Cate Klundt and Scott Simpson break down some research The Dispatch's Sarah Isgur did on this topic.
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The overturning of Roe v. Wade has opened the door for state and local leaders to make significant changes to family and childcare policy. Patrick T. Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Center discusses what's on the horizon and how we can better support families in a post-Roe world. Guest Hosts: Cate Klundt and Scott Simpson.
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In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has ruled to overturn Roe v. Wade, the case that established abortion as a constitutional right. Utah Congressman John Curtis joined the show to share his reaction and break down what we can expect at the federal level in the coming days and weeks. Guest Hosts: Cate Klundt and Scott Simpson.
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Utah's primary elections are less than a week away. Guest Hosts Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan look at the storylines we should be paying attention to as ballots come in.
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A House committee signed off on a $37 billion increase to the defense budget today. But are lawmakers using inflation as an excuse to add new programs and spending under the radar? Andrew Lautz with the National Taxpayers Union has a new piece in Responsible Statecraft outlining some serious concerns with what's happening in D.C. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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The Supreme Court ruling in Carson v. Makin is being seen as a huge win for school choice. Notre Dame law professor Nicole Stelle Garnett, who filed an amicus brief in the case, sat down with Inside Sources about what was at stake and the issues that the court may have to decide down the line. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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John Oliver is getting a lot of attention after his segment on the rising cost of rent went viral. But at least one person says he's missing the mark both on what's causing rent spikes and how to fix the problem. Reason's Christian Britschgi has a new piece on the real reasons behind the affordable housing shortage. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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When the pandemic started, there were a lot of unknowns and politicians were given a lot of power to make decisions to save lives. But are there lessons from this experience about how much power we should give elected officials in an emergency? Daniel Ortner from The Pacific Legal Foundation has a new piece in The Hill outlining the questions we should be asking. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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President Biden called on the federal and state governments to suspend their gas taxes to help consumers struggling with high prices at the pump. Guest Hosts Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan look at the pros and cons of the president's plan.
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The University of Utah has released a compact making 6 big commitments to the community. What are they, and why does it all matter? Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute of Politics guides us through the agreement. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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The Senate voted to advance a gun control package last night in response to the mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas and Buffalo, New York. The Washington Post's Mike DeBonis has details. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor doesn't often see eye-to-eye with Justice Clarence Thomas. But during a recent forum, she had nothing but praise for her colleague. She also had some wise words about what to do when you an important fight. Guest Hosts Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan look at what she said.
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Last week, the Utah Jazz unveiled their rebrand, and there was a lot of negative or confusing reactions among fans on social media. Whether you love it or hate it, Guest Hosts Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan discuss what it says about the importance of rebrands and community.
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There has been a lot of talk about the Pink Recession, where women dropped out of the workforce during the pandemic. Now there's concern not only about the Great Resignation but about young men dropping out of the workforce altogether. Steven Greenhut from the R Street Institute has a new piece outlining how the answer to a lot of these issues be found in the gig economy. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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People in Utah love tracing their ancestry, but that wonderful journey of discovery can be difficult for people in the Black community. However, FamilySearch is trying to make it easier for everyone to find lost relatives. Thom Reed and Bruce Miller join the program to discuss The African Oral History Project and why it's an important piece of the genealogy puzzle. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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Democratic Socialist Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Republican Senator Mike Lee don't agree on much, but both won't support the bipartisan gun deal in Congress until they see the text. Guest Hosts Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan look at why that is.
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A lot of people really don't like Big Tech, but an antitrust bill in Congress could make costs go up for American consumers during a time of record high inflation. James Czerniawski with Americans for Prosperity took a deep dive on the American Innovation and Choice Online Act and how exactly it raises the prices in everyone's online shopping carts. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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Homelessness, poverty, and the wealth gap are serious problems facing our society. But could fatherlessness be an even bigger issue? Sam Lyman with the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation has a new piece in Real Clear Policy outlining what policies we should pursue to inspire more men to take on the role of fatherhood. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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Today, many Utahns are celebrating Juneteenth for the first time since it was declared a state and federal holiday. Betty Sawyer, head of the Ogden Chapter of the NAACP, has dedicated much of her life trying to make Juneteenth an official holiday. She joins us to discuss what this day means to her. Guest Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan.
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With Father's Day coming up on Sunday, Boyd reflects on what it means to have a dad's heart.
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How do we close the Black wealth gap in Utah? Sidni Shorter, the President and CEO of the Utah Black Chamber, gives details of an event the organization held to address this issue. She also outlines a vision of how Utah and its Black community can best showcase what we have to offer during the upcoming NBA All Star Game.
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On Sunday, Americans across the nation will celebrate Juneteenth. While this is a holiday Black Americans have observed for a long, long time, how can all of us--no matter our race--use this holiday as an opportunity to come together as a country? Boyd revisits some wise words from Reverend Amos Brown, one of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s last students.
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More and more Republicans are offering a populist message to voters. But if they retake Congress in November, how likely is it that they'll turn those slogans into concrete action? Patrick T. Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Center has a new piece in Politico pointing out how the populist GOP needs to learn lessons from the collapse of the "compassionate conservative" movement 20 years ago.
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The state of Utah is marking World Refugee Day with several events this weekend. But it's also a good time to reflect on the contributions refugees make to our society and the challenges those who come here face. Asha Parekh, the Director of Utah's Refugee Services Office, joins Inside Sources to talk about the experiences of these communities.
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Many people like to point fingers at politicians they hate or greedy oil companies for the rising cost of gas. But J.D. Tuccille from Reason took a deep dive into the problem and found that the real reasons you're paying through the nose at the pump are a lot more complicated and longstanding. They're also happening around the world.
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What is the secret to America's success? Some might argue hard work, others a sense of fair play, and others an entrepreneurial spirit. Those are all good choices. But a new piece in the Substack Persuasion argues that the real secret sauce might be the ordinary religious people who do good for their communities and help their fellow man everyday.
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The Watergate scandal broke 50 years ago today, and eventually broke the nation's trust. Today we are dealing with our own crises of trust and integrity: from January 6th, the Supreme Court draft leak, and elected officials who won't admit wrongdoing on anything. Boyd revisits a conversation he had with legendary journalist Bob Woodward and Elder D. Todd Christofferson from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on what we can learn from Watergate to help bring trust and integrity back into our institutions.
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Lots of people are getting ready for summer vacation...but there are flight delays and cancellations everywhere. Now, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg will meet with the airlines to sort things out. ABC News Correspondent Justin Finch has details. Guest Hosts: Greg Skourdas and Scott Simpson
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There was a lot of hand wringing when the Biden Administration lead the way on a deal to establish a global minimum tax on corporations. But is that such a bad idea? Daniel Bunn from The Tax Foundation looked at what works and what doesn't when putting together corporate taxes. Guest Hosts Greg Skourdas and Scott Simpson
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While the US overestimated Russia's military might in the lead-up to the war in Ukraine, now there's a fear that we are underestimating China's. Politico's Nahal Toosi has details on why this matters, especially as the Taiwan issue gains in importance. Guest Hosts: Greg Skourdas and Scott Simpson
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With sinking poll numbers, the White House and its allies have pointed to Russian President Vladimir Putin, former President Trump, and the media to explain the problems this country faces. Now, the President is calling out major oil companies for profiting from high gas prices. Guest Hosts Scott Simpson and Greg Skourdas look at whether this a winning strategy and how other Democrats are changing their messaging to win voters in November.
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Boyd spoke at a Hinckley Institute Summer Seminar today where the room was full of teachers. He chats about the kind of conversations we should be having about education.
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There are so many contentious battles in our country right now over Supreme Court decisions, and that has led to threats of violence and actual attacks against others in some cases. It has many wondering whether the US will be torn apart. But it doesn't have to be this way. There's a simple fix: Congress needs to do its job. Boyd breaks down a piece from Politico outlining why that principle is so critical.
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It's the news plastered all over your radio and TV screens: The Federal Reserve signed off on the biggest interest rate hike in almost 30 years in an effort to tame inflation. Boyd looks at what this will mean for you and the country.
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President Biden is shifting his message on inflation. This time, the White House isn't just blaming Vladimir Putin or the pandemic for high prices. Now, Republicans have been thrown into the mix. But will this new communications strategy help President Biden connect with voters? If a speech to the AFL-CIO is any indication, the answer is not as much as Democrats would like.
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We all want a cleaner, greener environment, but a proposed rule from the Department of Energy could force homeowners to change their gas furnaces while sticking them with a big bill. Christian Britschgi from Reason has a new piece questioning the need for such a rule and whether this would do anything to lessen our impact on the planet.
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When gas prices first starting going up, the Biden administration vowed to do everything in their power to bring them down. But months later, energy costs are at record highs. Has the president given up? Or is this another case in point that the President doesn't have much power over the economy. The American Enterprise Institute's Matt Weidinger has a new piece in The Washington Examiner looking at the changes in how the president is publicly addressing this issue.
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It's been a busy week in Washington DC with 10 Democrats and 10 Republicans, including Utah Senator Mitt Romney, coming together and negotiating a framework on gun control. The junior Senator from Utah joins Inside Sources to give an update on the framework, as well as a bill he proposed today that would make investments in families. Boyd then looks at the benefits of the legislation and the political realities in Washington that make passing things difficult.
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On this Flag Day, Boyd shares the story of the day after the Las Vegas shooting and how he found solace at the Washington monument and in the American flag.
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Did you know that when a disaster happens, a disease outbreak can follow right after? Wade Mathews from Be Ready Utah talks about why we need to think about hygiene and sanitation before an emergency happens and what to do when it does.
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The annual Follow the Flag event is taking place soon. What is it and why should people participate? Follow the Flag co-founder Kyle Fox talks with Boyd about the event and the significance of articulating American values.
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During his campaign, President Biden promised to make Saudi Arabia a pariah state. Now, the President has announced he will meet with the crown prince in July. Is the President contradicting himself? Or is the US relationship with Saudi Arabia more complex than we think?
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Today is Flag Day! What better time to discuss the state of Utah redesigning its flag? Jennifer Ortiz with the More Than A Flag Initiative explains why redoing the flag is worthwhile and uniting in this age of division.
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Utah's primary election is happening in two weeks on June 28th. Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson and Utah's Director of Elections Ryan Cowley join the show to talk about all the ins and outs and what you need to know before you vote.
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Some huge news in the world of higher education you may have missed: Mitch Daniels will retire as President of Purdue on January 1st. Why should it matter that a president of a Midwestern university is resigning? Because there's a lot we can all learn from President Daniels about how to fix what is wrong in higher education.
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Senators Lindsey Graham and Bernie Sanders came together for a different kind of debate yesterday. The kind of debate you used to see happen in the Senate, and the kind of debate that could help heal the partisan divides in the world's greatest deliberative body. Matt Sandgren from The Orrin G. Hatch Foundation, who sponsored the event, was in the audience and talks about what he saw.
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Parents often feel like their kids need to find something to specialize in at an early age, whether it's a sport or an academic pursuit. Boyd chats about why hyper specialization is a bad idea, especially for those who don't fit into predetermined boxes.
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Kids sports can be so important for young people, but it has been ruined in many cases by overaggressive adults. Dave McCann from BYUtv has a new piece in The Deseret News encouraging everyone to cool down and let children enjoy their sports.
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Almost $60 Billion. A new report from the IRS says that's the total amount of money several high tax states lost in wealth in 2020. And the trend probably won't reverse any time soon. But is it just taxes or are there other reasons people are leaving states like California and New York? Jared Walczak from The Tax Foundation breaks it all down.
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A bipartisan group of Senators announced over the weekend that they've reached a framework on gun legislation. What's in it, and will it do anything to stop mass shootings? ABC News' Faith Abubey has details on the deal.
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Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT) faced off in the first bipartisan debate as part of the Senate Project, which is co-sponsored by The Hatch Foundation. Boyd looks at what they discussed and whether they found common ground.
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Government spending, inflation, the budget deficit. The ultimate Inside Source, Eric Boehm from Reason, joins Boyd in studio to break down the biggest economic stories of the day and what we need to be thinking about when looking at these issues.
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Uncovering what happened on January 6th is a noble goal, but in a world of rising inflation and important Supreme Court decisions is the January 6th Committee missing the mark when comes to communicating with the public? And will any of this change how people view former President Trump and what happened that day? Gary Abernathy has a new column in The Washington Post outlining where the messaging is missing the mark.
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The headlines say that guns and abortion will be the biggest voting issues this year and could determine the results of November's elections. But is that true? How much do issues like these actually change people's votes? Sarah Isgur has a new piece in The Dispatch outlining why single issues rarely determine who wins.
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A new survey from Utah Valley University says Utahns don't know a lot about civics. Guest host Scott Simpson analyses where we're falling flat and discusses why we need to better educate ourselves on this crucial subject.
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We can see the impact of inflation everywhere, but is a recession right around the corner? Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen was interviewed by Andrew Ross Sorkin of the New York Times yesterday. While she downplayed the idea of a recession, her responses are very confusing and might muddy the waters of the Biden Administration's messaging on the economy. Guest Host: Scott Simpson
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Republicans in Congress have outlined what they would do if they retake the majority on a whole host of issues. But is their plan any good? Nan Swift from The R Street Institute breaks it all down. Guest Host: Scott Simpson
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Some in the United States thought the War in Ukraine would be over quickly after the U.S. sent over billions of dollars and a bunch of weapons. But in reality, it might last a very long time, and we could be feeling the economic effects here in America as well. J.D. Tuccille from Reason has a new piece outlining what we can expect in the months ahead. Guest Host: Scott Simpson
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With all of the political and, sometimes, social chaos in the United States, more than a few conservatives look towards the country of Hungary as an example of good leadership. But is that really true? Dalibor Rohac from the American Enterprise Institute has a new article in The New York Sun outlining why people shouldn't. Guest Host: Scott Simpson
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Another month, another record. The Labor Department released a new report showing inflation in the U.S. once again reached a 40-year high. But what is driving this situation? And will inflation slow down anytime soon? Dr. Christian Vom Lehn from BYU gives his perspective on what we can expect. Guest Host: Scott Simpson
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Will the January 6th Committee lead to any charges, either federal or from an individual state's prosecutor? ABC News Legal Analyst Royal Oakes gives his perspective on last night’s proceedings and what evidence the committee has been sifting through. Guest Host: Scott Simpson
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Last night it was lights, camera, and action for the January 6th Committee, as public hearings were held in primetime. But did the dramatic video and witness testimony accomplish anything? Will it lead to charges or influence the public before the election? Guest Host: Scott Simpson
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A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll on the Utah Senate race has some interesting data, from how each of the candidates stack up against each other to how many voters are undecided. Guest Host Taylor Morgan sifts through the numbers to outline what we should be paying attention to in both the primary and general elections.
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President Biden followed the tradition of Commanders in Chiefs going on talk shows by joining Jimmy Kimmel last night. Did he connect with the public on important issues or was his messaging more of the same? Guest Host: Taylor Morgan
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The January 6th Committee is holding a high profile, public hearing tonight on most of the major news networks. What can we expect when the cameras turn on? ABC News Correspondent Katherine Faulders gives us a preview. Guest Host: Taylor Morgan
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With the recall of Chesa Boudin in San Francisco, does that mean criminal justice reform is dead? Not quite. Marc Levin with the Council on Criminal Justice wrote a piece in Reason outlining the ways Republicans and Democrats have successfully reformed the DA's office nationwide. Guest Host: Taylor Morgan
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We Utahns love our days on the slopes, but the trip up Big or Little Cottonwood Canyon can be a real pain. What's the solution? Richard Snelgrove with the Salt Lake County Council has a new piece in the Deseret News outlining some different options beyond the politically fraught gondola, as well as what we should be thinking about when fixing our roads. Guest Host: Taylor Morgan
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Did you know the Navy has major structural problems? Or that many of the boats they use get damaged quickly? Ret. Army Major General John Ferrari has a new piece in Breaking Defense outlining everything that is going wrong and how Congress can act to fix it. Guest Host: Taylor Morgan
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What happened to all of that pandemic relief money Washington sent to people and businesses? A new report from the Government Accountability Office says that while some businesses had trouble accessing their desperately needed funds, a whole lot more of that money was wasted. Reason's Christian Britschgi breaks down what's in the report and why the problems they exposed with our system aren't going away. Guest Host: Taylor Morgan
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How can the US better counter China's growing influence in the world? And what do policymakers and voters need to be thinking about when it comes to China? Allison Hooker, Senior Vice President at American Global Strategies, is one of many experts from around the country that are taking part in the China Challenge Summit at Utah Valley University. She joins Inside Sources live from the event to answer those questions and more. Guest Host: Taylor Morgan
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How do we really curb the number of shootings in the United States? Boyd urges lawmakers to truly debate solutions in front of the American people. And he urges all of us to reject the culture of extreme indifference to human life.
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Could the US see rolling blackouts this summer? The Washington Examiner's Conn Carroll outlines the issues in our electric grid from coast to coast and what politicians are and aren't doing about it.
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Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) has gotten a lot of heat online for suggesting in a Senate hearing this week that she doesn't need to worry about gas prices because she drives an electric car. But Boyd revisits a study from Harvard showing how much environmental impact electric cars actually have and how much oil they guzzle. (Hint: More than you think!)
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Families of the mass shooting victims in Uvalde, Texas and Buffalo, New York are testifying on Capitol Hill today as Congress gets ready to take up a gun control bill. But some who are open to changes in our law are not happy with how these negotiations are being handled. Utah Congressman John Curtis talks with Boyd about his concerns.
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Will crypto be regulated soon? The cryptocurrency industry scored a win on Capitol Hill recently with a bipartisan Senate bill that would be more friendly to digital assets. But what exactly would that mean for people holding and trading crypto? James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity breaks it all down.
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California was one of many states to hold its primary election last night. While it might be tempting for people who don't live there to brush it off, what happened last night in The Golden State might hold a clue about what will happen in November. Randy Economy, a political commentator and a candidate for office, talks with Boyd about the things we should be paying attention to.
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President Biden is on his way to Los Angeles to meet leaders from across the Western Hemisphere for the Summit of the Americas. Politico's Nahal Toosi takes us behind the scenes and outlines how what happens there could affect the US' relationship with critical allies.
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Our nation is in the middle of a confidence crisis. So how do we get our confidence back? Boyd talks about moving past the doom and gloom and recognizing that failure is part of the process.
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Is your home kid-proof? What about teenager-proof? Marla Brannum from the Utah County Health Department talks about what you can do--everything from child-proof locks to properly storing guns to securing furniture--to make your house safer for your children.
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The State Department has released its annual report on religious freedom around the world, and it outlined a bleak fact: every faith group across the globe is persecuted for their religion. Kelsey Dallas from The Deseret News breaks down the details of the report and what it means for us.
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While lawmakers and pundits argue about whether to curb gun violence through bans, background checks, or red flag laws, what are we not talking about that we should? Ermiya Fanaeian has a fascinating story and perspective: she went from gun control activist to founder of Salt Lake Armed Queers. She discusses why her view of guns changed, why it's important for the LGBTQ community to be able to protect themselves, and what steps we should be taking to make our streets safer.
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Carbon taxes are one thing policymakers and candidates, even here in Utah, have latched onto to fight climate change. But what are they? Alex Muresianu from The Tax Foundation answers that question and outlines how would they affect the environment, regular people, and businesses.
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The next time you go shopping, you could get some pretty big discounts. (Really!) But your order might also be canceled. What's going on in the world of retail? ABC News' Derricke Dennis joins the show to talk about what this situation reveals about our shopping habits and the supply chain.
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The stated goal of the January 6th committee is to investigate what led to the riot at the US Capitol last year. It's an investigation that still could lead to criminal charges. But as the committee gets ready to broadcast public, primetime hearings, Boyd looks at the series of missteps lawmakers have made that has led to the public losing trust in the process.
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President Biden is invoking the Defense Production Act to increase the production of...solar panels. This isn't the first time a president has used this Cold-War era law for something not related to our immediate protection. However, Boyd breaks down why using it in this way gives the Executive Branch too much control over the economy.
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78 years ago today allied forced stormed the beaches of Normandy. It was a crucial day in the fight against Nazi Germany. Boyd chats about the defining days in our lives.
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As The Supreme Court ends its term, they still need to hand down a couple of decisions in major cases involving abortion and gun rights. What are the justices deciding, and what is on the line? ABC News' Faith Abubey has details.
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Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) delivered a speech at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library last week, right after publishing a piece in The Atlantic about how to fix higher education. What did he say and how can we repair what's broken without forgiving student loans?
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A bill ensuring your data privacy online is getting bipartisan support in Congress. While this policy is something most people support, are lawmakers getting the details right? Brandon Pugh from The R Street Institute gives his thoughts.
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At this moment, a bipartisan group of lawmakers are negotiating gun control legislation. Will this be the moment when Congress finally passes a gun control bill? What reforms are on the table? And what do we need to be thinking about to get to good policy? Boyd looks at what lawmakers have said and where they have gone wrong in the past.
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The federal government is on track to break another record this year: $2.6 trillion of income tax payments, the most money it has collected in history. Jared Walczak from The Tax Foundation looks at why there has been a surge, and why states suspending food and gas taxes is not the right way to help people during an inflationary period.
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Muhammad Ali passed away 6 years ago today. Boyd looks at an interview he did with Robert Lipsyte, former New York Times sports reporter who knew and covered the champ, and what he had to say about the great boxer.
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It's been 20 years since the Elizabeth Smart case first captivated the nation. Today, Elizabeth sat down with Boyd to talk about her advocacy work for survivors.
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Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) delivered a speech at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library yesterday with a message of hope and optimism for our nation. Boyd breaks down what he said, as well as his call for Americans to choose better leaders and a better future for themselves.
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Could we get some movement on gun control bills if Congress made them smaller? A group of Democrats is asking leadership to do just that. Boyd looks at what would happen if Congress applied this principle on every issue.
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Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) has a great plan to combat the rising cost of college. Too bad she abandoned it 20 years ago. Tom Joyce with The New Boston Post has a piece in The Washington Examiner outlining its benefits and the real reason people are paying through the nose for a degree.
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President Biden gave two big speeches in the space of 12 hours, urging Congress to pass gun control legislation and fight inflation. Boyd looks at what he said and whether any of this will move the needle.
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If Republicans take back Congress in November, what will they actually do? Phil Rossetti from The R Street Institute breaks down the GOP's recently released climate and energy plan and discusses the benefits of politicians having a platform to run on.
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President Biden will speak to the nation this evening on gun control. Boyd looks at what the president might and should say, as well as some interesting comments from his new press secretary.
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You might have seen President Biden's Wall Street Journal Op-ed laying out his plan to fight inflation. But did he admit to making critical mistakes that made the problem worse? Eric Boehm from Reason has a new piece answering that question and outlining how much of the president's plan could realistically bring down high prices.
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The S&P Global Ratings Agency has some new standards for state credit scores called ESG. But will this lead to credit ratings based on progressive politics? Utah State Treasurer Marlo Oaks recently wrote a piece in the Wall Street Journal making that argument, and also showing how such a move would end up hurting the economy and local governments.
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It's graduation season, and thousands of Utah high schoolers are about to go off to college. But is it time to change how higher learning is done and give students and professors more options? Sarah Lawrence College Professor Sam Abrams has a new piece in The Dispatch arguing that colleges should offer more online learning options to help students succeed academically while lowering their costs.
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Guns. Immigration. Tax Reform. Politicians in D.C. love to point fingers after important bills fail. But The R Street Institute's James Wallner has a new piece in Reason showing why both Democrats and Republicans have no one to blame but themselves for not getting things done.
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How has social media frayed our social fabric? Boyd revisits a conversation he had with the former Chief Rabbi of the United Hebrew Congregations of the Commonwealth, the late Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, who called for a change in our cultural climate.
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The final results are in: President Trump left the country further in the red, adding more to the debt and deficit than the two presidents before him. The Manhattan Institute's Brian Riedl has a new piece in The Daily Beast that breaks down why that is, puts those numbers in perspective, and shows how much control presidents actually have over federal spending (hint: not much).
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Let's face it: most political debates in the US aren't very good. And the country is so polarized it's hard to imagine Democrats and Republicans in the same room together. But could a breakthrough happen soon? Senators Bernie Sanders and Lindsey Graham will soon square off in a new debate series. Matt Sandgren from The Hatch Foundation stops by to give us the details.
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The Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. was dedicated 100 years ago yesterday. Boyd looks at the history behind the memorial and what we can learn from the 16th president.
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Would you know what to do if you were caught in a landslide? Wade Mathews from Be Ready Utah joins the show to talk about what we need to be doing ahead of time to prepare and what to do if, God forbid, we ever experience one.
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Nobody likes the idea of a recession, but could a possible economic downturn further strain the ties between Americans? Helaine Olen from The Washington Post has a brilliant new column outlining how a bad economy frays the social fabric, and that could be a huge problem in a country with a lack of trust in institutions.
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In an effort to 'just do something', politicians are looking at giving Americans direct rebate payments to help ease the pain at the gas pump. Is this a good idea? Or could this lead to bigger, economic problems down the road? Phil Rossetti from The R Street Institute looks at where leaders are getting it wrong and what they could be doing better.
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As the war in Ukraine drags on, are we any closer to peace? Boyd looks at the words of Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, who is urging both sides to negotiate a peace deal, and the news the EU is banning most Russian oil and gas imports.
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What do Republicans and Democrats really believe about contentious issues like guns or the best way to run an economy? And are some of those differences NOT political...but between how the rich and the poor see the world? Dr. Matt Grossmann from Michigan State University took a deep dive into people's views, and the results are surprising.
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President Biden delivered a powerful Memorial Day speech at Arlington National Cemetery. What did the president say and how can we respond to his call to honor the fallen?
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With crises after crises hitting the Oval Office desk, President Biden is frustrated. But are some of his biggest problems coming from within the White House? And what does he need to do to regain voters' trust?
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A senior at Farmington High School is going viral for her graduation speech. Boyd looks at what she said and what we can learn from it.
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A US-UK free trade agreement resolution has passed the Senate. What is it and why could it be beneficial to Utah? Jamieson Greer, a partner at King and Spalding in Washington, D.C., talked with Inside Sources about how regular people could benefit from it, as well as the hurdles ahead in Congress.
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The baby formula shortage has shed a light on some serious structural and leadership problems at the FDA. But the question now is... where do we go from here? Over the past 2 days, Congress questioned FDA officials on the baby formula shortage during a hearing on Capitol Hill. Laura Reiley from The Washington Post gives us details on the hearings and what she found when investigating what happened.
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We are a month away from Utah's primary elections, but where do the candidates stand on the issues of the day? Jake Hunsaker, a Republican running in the 4th Congressional District, joins Inside Sources to talk guns, inflation, and more.
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While the US and social media companies have banned Russian state media and propaganda in light of the war in Ukraine, China is quietly spreading its own disinformation through search engines. And they've been surprisingly effective at it. Elen Aghekyan with the Alliance for Securing Democracy has a new report outlining what is going on.
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What are the crucial conversations we are missing after the Texas school shooting? Dr. Theresa Martinez from the University of Utah talks about the questions of children, community, education, and race we need to be thinking about.
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When a tragedy happens, there are loud calls for politicians to "Do Something!" But what if the better course of action is for those in power to stop, listen, and think? Reason contributing editor J.D. Tuccille has a new piece urging politicians to deeply understand issues before legislating.
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Boyd rounds up the big stories of the day and the kairos moments, or moments of action, that are coming up.
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How safe are nuclear power plants in the US? Some in the media like to paint a picture of doom and gloom. But Dr. Matt Memmott from BYU has the real story.
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Elder David A. Bednar of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints spoke at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. today and took questions for the first time since President Gordon B. Hinckley took the stage 22 years ago. Boyd looks at what he had to say about everything from the Church's humanitarian work to education.
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From Walt Disney to Chik Fil A, businesses across the country are being punished by politicians who don't agree with where they stand on the big issues of the day. David Boaz from the Cato Institute says this could really hurt economic growth as well as the societal ties that bind us all together.
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The Congressional Budget Office released its budget outlook for the next 10 years, and it's chalk full of red ink. Andrew Lautz from the National Taxpayers Union Foundation breaks down how it will all impact the economy and our ability to pay off our debts.
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The Biden administration maintains that our policy towards Taiwan remains ambiguous, despite his recent gaffe saying we would respond militarily if China attacked. But is this policy sustainable... especially when the President keeps slipping up and saying the opposite? Zack Cooper from the American Enterprise Institute joins the show to talk about the importance of having a policy our leaders will actually follow.
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It's a busy week in Washington DC. Senator Mitt Romney joins the show to discuss a new bill being signed by US Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland this Friday to help bring water to the Navajo Nation in Utah as well as the recent school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
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A lot of people are sad, angry, and frustrated after the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. But how can we move past the emotions and actually effect change?
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We are a month away from Utah's primary elections, but where do the candidates stand on the issues of the day? Erin Rider, a Republican running in the 2nd Congressional District, joins Inside Sources to talk guns, inflation, and more.
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What is President Biden trying to communicate when he said the US would "respond militarily" to an attack on Taiwan? What is the real US policy towards Taiwan, and what factors do we need to balance when trying to protect an ally without provoking China? Rachael Hutchings from Utah Valley University has some insights on these very important topics and previews World Trade Center Utah's upcoming China Challenge Summit.
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The nation is heartbroken after 19 children were killed in a mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas yesterday. But amidst the tragedy, where do we go from here? And how do we get past the partisanship and political showmanship and get to the right conversations about the right kind of policies?
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Many working-class families who depend on public assistance to make ends meet also report feeling stuck in a government system, with little chance to move up the economic ladder. How can we rethink part of the tax code to help lower income families succeed? Angela Rachidi, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, has a new piece in The Hill outlining a plan to offer families expanded tax credits that better target relief and allow people to get married without being penalized.
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Can The Simpsons help us understand the issues voters on the left care about in this election? Boyd looks at a populist message the cartoon series aired over the weekend, which might explain voter concerns on one side of the aisle, while those on the other side are attracted to another, equally interesting populist message.
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What's it going to take for the US to effectively counter China? President Biden announced an Indo-Pacific Economic pact with several nations in the Pacific region yesterday. Christine McDaniel, the former Deputy Assistant Secretary at the US Treasury Department and a current senior research fellow at the Mercatus Center, breaks down where's it going right and what pitfalls these nations will need to avoid to make this agreement a success.
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It's Primary Day, and there are some very big races happening in Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, and Texas. What storylines are coming out of these states? And what do they say about President Trump's influence on the Republican Party?
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Boyd looks at the current state of the US economy and explains why he thinks our nation's entrepreneurs will play a critical role in the success of our economy moving forward.
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Our culture today seems to have lost all nuance in its thinking...and spurns those who express doubt or uncertainty. A piece in The Atlantic...which was published in 2018...is making the rounds on social media again and got me to thinking about the lost art of nuanced thinking.
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President Biden is touring Asia, where he has been having success building economic alliances to counter China. Boyd looks at where the president is getting it right and how the gaffe alluding to possible military action in Taiwan might complicate his agenda.
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Could you soon be feeling the squeeze in your pocketbook even more than you do now? Many economists, including former Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke, say the US could face stagflation. Dr. Thomas Hoenig from the Mercatus Institute, and former head of the Kansas City Fed, talks with Boyd about the likelihood of that and the real challenges our economy faces in the months ahead.
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Scientists from the National Institutes of Health are getting royalty payments from pharmaceutical and other private companies. A Congressional hearing this month even looked into this practice, which has happened for decades. But now there's a new push for more transparency to see who's getting paid for what. Adam Andrzejewski from OpentheBooks.com talks about the hurdles they've faced getting that information from the government.
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Utah's Black business community adds so much to our state...but how can they continue to not only excel but also expand? Sidni Shorter, who was just named as President and CEO of the Utah Black Chamber, joins Inside Sources to talk about the challenges and opportunities ahead for this thriving community.
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Last year, people around the world were souring on the idea of democracy. But new polling shows surging support for this institution of government. Laura Thornton from the Alliance for Securing Democracy discusses the reasons behind the change in perception and how to strengthen democracy here and abroad.
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With inflation at home, concerns about China invading Taiwan, and a myriad of other issues plaguing our world, do we still have unity of purpose for Ukraine? Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and some US Senators addressed the World Economic Forum in Switzerland today on this very topic. Boyd looks at what they said and whether it will change the conversation.
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There are a lot of problems ailing our country. But getting back to our nation's roots of self-governance may be what's needed the most.
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The evidence is piling up: endorsements don't mean much. Boyd looks at a new analysis in CNN outlining just how much high profile endorsements don't sway voters. But what factors do impact who voters choose to support?
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When you think of a fresco, do you expect to see people experiencing homelessness, addiction, or serious illnesses? One church in Asheville, North Carolina commissioned an amazing piece highlighting people who society may have forgotten but who have infinite dignity and worth. Chris Zaluski talks with Boyd about his extraordinary new documentary, Theirs is the Kingdom, which tells the stories of the people seen in this work of art.
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President Biden is on his first trip to Asia since taking office. But with inflation on the rise and war raging in Ukraine, why does this visit matter? And what message does it send to our allies and partners...and most importantly China and North Korea?
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It's Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage month, and there's an event happening in Utah today to honor members of that community. Former California State Assemblyman and MC of the event Floyd Mori joins the show to talk about it and remember the trailblazing former Secretary of Transportation Norman Mineta.
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What will Russia's strategy be now that Sweden and Finland have applied to join NATO? With news that Russia is cutting off natural gas supplies, David Salvo from the Alliance for Securing Democracy joins Boyd to talk about the threats both real and unlikely the two countries could face.
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Politicians everywhere are talking about inflation. But Real Clear Politics contributor Myra Adams has a new piece in The Hill showing how ignoring the national debt has lead and will lead to major problems for the U.S.
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If you think the baby formula shortage is just about baby formula, it's time to think again. Fingers are pointing everywhere as store shelves are bare. But the crisis is an example of government bureaucracy getting in the way of common sense and good policy.
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While meeting with President Biden today, the Swedish Prime Minister said "During dark times it is great to be among close friends." But what prevents us from linking arms with our friends? And how can friends, whether they're a colleague or a foreign country, help us move forward during adversity?
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A lot of the stories coming out of Ukraine have been unimaginably sad and horrific. Cities bombed, millions displaced, or killed. But where there is darkness there is also light. In this case, the light of service and volunteers. Utah Policy Editor and Deseret News columnist Holly Richardson calls from the Ukrainian/Polish border on efforts to help refugees.
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Two years after Congressman Chris Stewart's bill was signed into law, states are preparing to launch the new 988 suicide prevention lifeline number this summer. Representative Stewart joins Boyd to discuss the exciting roll out, as well as his latest bill addressing the baby formula shortage.
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The President of Finland and the Swedish Prime Minister joined President Biden at the White House today to make their case for joining NATO. What was their message? And what roadblocks lie ahead?
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Vice President Kamala Harris wants to get out of DC more. But with a 50-50 Senate, she's cast a record number of tie-breaking votes. Boyd looks at the role of the Vice President and why staying home might be a better idea than traveling abroad.
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President Biden's trip to Asia is a chance for him to refocus on countering China, while strengthening ties with our allies in the Pacific. But this is all happening while North Korea threatens to test fire a long-range missile. Jonathan Bench from World Trade Center Utah discusses what can we expect from the president's trip.
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With all the focus on former President Trump, a major story from last night's primary election has flown under the radar: progressives did not do well. Boyd looks at why that is and what we can learn from the few progressive candidates who did score wins.
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Sweden and Finland have formally filed applications to join NATO, but how will they make their presence felt in that organization? Will they be valued partners with equal voices or will their ideas be crowded out by bigger countries? The Washington Post's Ishaan Tharoor talks with Boyd about what we can expect.
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This primary season, candidates across the country have hopped on the endorsement bandwagon. They're laser focused on who does and who does not have support from some of our nation's most high profile politicians. Boyd chats about why this is a bad bandwagon to jump on.
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If you've checked your 401(k) today, you've probably been pretty depressed. What is behind Wall Street's major sell off? Investopedia Editor-in-Chief Caleb Silver talks with Boyd about whether this a blip or a sign of longer term problems in the economy.
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Title 42 may be ending within a week. But does the Biden administration have a plan to deal with what may be a massive surge in migrants at the southern border? A visit to the border by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas yesterday has left many, including fellow Democrats, with lots of questions.
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Computer chips. Football stadiums. Electric cars. It's all things you're paying for...even if they're in another state. Michael Farren from the Mercatus Institute has a new piece in The Hill outlining the lack of transparency in these government subsidies, and how voters end up funding politicians' reelection campaigns.
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Former President Donald Trump endorsed 26 candidates in primaries across the country yesterday. But does the 45th president's support really matter, let alone any other high-profile endorsements? Boyd talks about why voters are tuning out endorsements and focusing more on what candidates are offering.
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America has survived dozens of stress tests throughout it's history, and this time our trust is being tested. Will we make it through? Or will our institutions change for the worst? Boyd also breaks down better mantras for political thinking.
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If you couldn't use your credit or debit card, what would you do? In this week's Be Ready Utah segment, KSL NewsRadio's Rikki Meece talks about what you can do now to avoid a money emergency in the future.
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There are primary elections happening from coast to coast today. Boyd looks at the storylines we need to be paying attention to, including the ones you may have missed.
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Where does President Biden truly stand on the issues of the day? Some accuse him of being far left, while others say he drags his feet. The press has also been blamed for sewing confusion. But Dr. Merrill Matthews from the Institute for Policy Innovation has a new piece in The Hill outlining the real problem with the way the president does and does not communicate his agenda.
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A couple of years ago, Utah launched a "regulatory sandbox" to reduce unnecessary regulations. James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity talks with Boyd about how the program has helped veterans and others in need.
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Over the weekend, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas spoke strongly against the leak of a potential decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. In the talk, he also warned that we're in danger of losing our institutions following years of distrust. Is he right?
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As war in Ukraine rages on, Congress has passed another $40 billion in assistance. But by focusing on the money, are we missing a chance to discuss the full range of options to help that country? Bryan Clark from the Hudson Institute has a new piece in The Dispatch outlining what America should be doing when it comes to Ukraine.
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President Joe Biden traveled to Buffalo today to condemn racism and white supremacy, a message we all support. But did the president do more uniting or more dividing during his speech?
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Another day, another excuse. It sure seems that way when the Biden Administration is asked about the baby formula shortage. But if you study the issues that lead to the problem, you can see a pattern of lawmakers and the executive branch not doing their duty and providing oversight for the FDA.
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Sweden and Finland have announced plans to join NATO. Why now after years of neutrality, and what hurdles will they have to clear before becoming a part of the organization?
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Over the weekend, a gunman opened fire at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, killing several Black people. The shooter reportedly had white supremacist views and specifically targeted the site in a predominantly Black neighborhood. What questions does this tragedy force us to ask about race, free speech, and social media moderation? Jeanetta Williams from the NAACP Utah, Amos Guiora from the University of Utah law school, and Shoshana Weissmann from the R Street Institute give their thoughts.
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President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gave a world wide devotional last night to young adults. Boyd looks at the important lessons President Nelson imparted about labels and what really defines the individual.
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What is the real state of the economy? While many people are worried about record high inflation and supply shortages, is the economy more resilient than we think? Mary Daly, the President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, spoke with Boyd about what policymakers are doing about inflation, what the Fed's next steps should be, and the importance of bringing everyone to the table to solve problems. She also shares her extraordinary story of going from high school dropout to the halls of power.
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KSL NewsRadio's Jeff Caplan joins the show fresh off his Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Writing. Jeff discusses what it takes to produce a good piece of writing, and Boyd muses on the power a single person can have.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has a new report outlining its efforts around the world to help others. Boyd goes through the projects that have impacted tens of thousands and talks about the role religion plays in the US economy.
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A lot of people are very nervous about the idea of a government disinformation board, believing it's something straight out of a dystopian novel. The R Street Institute's Steven Greenhut has a new piece outlining why the feds shouldn't be deciding truth and fiction and detailing the disastrous roll out of the Department of Homeland Security's Disinformation Governing Board.
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Today is Jen Psaki's last day as White House Press Secretary. Boyd discusses her tenure behind the podium, difficulties of the job, and what her legacy might be.
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US Intelligence believes Russia's invasion of Ukraine has left Moscow's forces severely weakened to the point that it may take them years to recover. Olivier Knox from The Washington Post has the details on a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, which discussed whether Putin will back off a little or recalculate.
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The possibility of Roe vs. Wade being overturned has many people rethinking how to retool the social safety net. Wells King from American Compass has a new piece in The Deseret News outlining how the government can help families by increasing the Child Tax Credit and why he thinks conservatives should take the lead on promoting pro-family federal policies.
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Utah County Attorney David Leavitt calls in live from Ukraine, where he is helping refugees escape the war. David gives powerful stories of the journeys people are taking to flee the violence, and he also details the amazing acts of kindness he is seeing everywhere, including from an anonymous couple from Utah.
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When responding to a flat tire, Connecticut state trooper and Polish immigrant Lukasz Lipert was surprised to find former president of Poland Lech Walesa in the passenger. Boyd asks us what we're doing in the small, seemingly insignificant moments that make history.
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A bill extending the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act passed the US House this week, to compensate victims exposed to nuclear tests from 1951 to 1992. Congressman Burgess Owens backed the bill in the House and talks with Boyd about how Utahans will benefit.
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Some people are very nervous about the concept of free speech online, especially after Elon Musk announced plans to buy Twitter. But Devin Wiser from Weber State University has a new piece in the Standard-Examiner outlining the value of more speech and not less.
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Washington is nervous about the future of its $40 billion Ukrainian aid package because one Senator might torpedo it. ABC News's Em Nguyen talks with Boyd about the reasons behind the delay and whether this a case of cruelty in the face of war and suffering or a good opportunity for D.C. to make sure the money goes where it's needed the most.
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Despite all the doom and gloom headlines, the Biden Administration has notched some wins. But many people are a little lost on where President Biden stands on the biggest issues of the day. Boyd breaks down a new piece in The Hill outlining how the president may have accidentally cemented himself as the king of contradictions on everything from the economy to the pandemic.
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Even with huge job growth and wage growth, the US economy still has nearly 12 million open jobs and is 3 million workers short. Michael D. Farren from the Mercatus Institute in D.C. says the solution to our labor supply problem may be right under our noses.
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How out of touch is Washington, D.C. when it comes to inflation? Americans of all parties consistently rank inflation as their number one issue by double digits, but Democrats have consistently downplayed it or focused on oil companies, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell told reporters this week that the most important issue everyone agrees on is Ukraine. New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu was on a podcast this week outlining why federal lawmakers need to take this more seriously and why voters need to hold them accountable.
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Dixie State University is changing its name to Utah Tech University. While some view this as an expensive rebrand to satisfy unhappy people, University President Richard Williams and communications director Dr. Jordon Sharp talk with Boyd about how the new name actually reflects the values and principles of the pioneers.
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The pandemic continues to take a toll on the opioid crisis with a record high 100,000 Americans dying of a drug overdose last year. This makes a total of 1 million American lives lost to drug addiction since 2001. The Washington Post's Meryl Kornfield has a new analysis on who is being hit the hardest and what can we expect moving forward.
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Boyd chats about why we should look towards the future instead of rehashing the past.
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Democrats believe that the issue of abortion is a way to connect with voters who have soured on the party due to inflation and the economy. But Politico's Sarah Ferris has details of a party meeting that is changing how Democrats see the issue of inflation.
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Is it time to replace the current Republican Party leadership and rebuild? And should Republicans take some advice from President Biden and rebuild their party from the bottom up and middle out? Republican political strategist Luis Alvarado gives his perspective on the value of competing in and winning smaller races like city council and dog catcher.
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Bill Marriott had some important life advice to give as he steps down as Marriott International's CEO. Boyd looks at what he said and what we can learn from him.
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Could Republicans make gains with minority voters? The GOP is certainly optimistic because President Biden's favorability ratings have fallen sharply among Blacks and Latinos in recent weeks. But Sarah Isgur from The Dispatch has a new piece outlining why getting those traditional Democratic constituencies to flip their votes is probably going to be harder than candidates realize.
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Does the military and US intelligence need more checks on its cyber power? The Biden administration thinks so. But Jason Blessing from the American Enterprise Institute has a new piece in The Hill outlining concerns that more bureaucratic oversight on US Cyber Command could make America less safe.
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From Ukraine, to COVID relief, to infrastructure, the federal government has become a big spender. And it's a big reason inflation is going up. The R Street Institute's Jonathan Bydlak talks with Boyd about why Congress can't stick to a budget, the consequences of all this spending, and whether it's too late to change course.
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Should the journalists at Politico have published Justice Alito's leaked draft opinion? Boyd chats about the importance of trust in our institutions and the power of restraint.
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How do businesses and regular people protect themselves from a cyber attack? Codefresh co-founder and cyber security expert Dan Garfield talks about what we can do now and what to do when hackers strike.
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Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) spoke to Fox News last week about what he thinks President Biden is getting wrong about the economy. And his comments are still relevant responses to the president's speech today.
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The Securities and Exchange Commission is gearing up to crack down on crypto. But is the agency getting ahead of itself? James Czerniawski with Americans for Prosperity says the industry is complaining that there isn't enough guidance for them, which makes it difficult to strike a balance between innovation and regulations.
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Will Twitter become a better place for regular people to have more open and honest discussions online once Elon Musk takes over? While some worry about what changes the billionaire will make to the site if he follows through with his plan to buy it, Mark Jamison from the American Enterprise Institute has a piece in The Hill outlining the benefits of Musk's purchase for regular people and the downsides for Meta.
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Who is making sure all the aid money the US is sending to Ukraine is going to the right place? As Congress gets set to pass another $40 billion in aid, Andrew Lautz with the National Taxpayers Union has a new piece in Responsible Statecraft outlining why politicians in D.C. should take a pause, learn from recent history, and make sure there isn't any waste, fraud, and abuse in the process.
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President Biden was supposed to outline what he will do to fight inflation. But the speech landed with a thud, even among his supporters, after the president delivered a highly politicized speech blaming Russia and Republicans for the problem. What should the president have done instead and how did he undermine his case with voters?
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On Saturday, Rich Strike won the Kentucky Derby 80-1 in one of the greatest odds upsets in the last century. Boyd talks through the lessons we can learn from this Derby Champion.
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Gospel singer and YouTube star Trey McLaughlin will be performing at Utah Valley University this week. He sat down with Boyd to talk about his journey and how music can build bridges.
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The late Senator Orrin Hatch was instrumental in helping pass the Americans with Disabilities Act. KSL-TV's Carole Mikita profiled her brother, Steve Mikita, who was a law clerk for the senator and influenced his decision to support the legislation.
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With another bad day on Wall Street and predictions of a recession just around the corner, how is the US actually doing economically? Robert Spendlove from Zions Bank discusses what we should be looking for in the weeks and months ahead.
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The United States' First Lady Dr. Jill Biden met with her Ukrainian counterpart over the weekend in Eastern Europe. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke about the Ukrainian conflict during his country's Victory Day celebrations. What are the messages being sent with these two events?
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Is business good for the environment? While the media likes to portray companies as caring more about profits than climate change, the R Street Institute's Devin Hartman has a new piece in The Hill showing how free market competition could be the answer to our green energy needs.
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Social media would have you believe that we're living through the end of the American experiment, with neighbor severely polarized against neighbor. Whether that is true or not, is the answer to all the yelling and screaming found in the Constitution and the institutions that have served America for centuries? The Manhattan Institute's Andy Smarick has a new piece in The Dispatch outlining how smarter dissent and working within institutions can lead to better outcomes for the country.
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A pro-Beijing politician was elected as Hong Kong's Chief Executive over the weekend, a development that has human rights watchers concerned. Liz Wolfe from Reason has a new piece showing how China has used the COVID-19 pandemic to crush dissent over the past few years, which has restricted not only people's free expression and political participation but also the candidates on their ballot. She also discusses why the United States should allow more immigrants from Hong Kong to come here.
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For a long time, politicians have used Roe v. Wade to avoid the difficult debates over abortion policy. But Washington Post columnist Megan McArdle argues that if Roe is overturned, Democrats and Republicans will have to confront the issue. And they might find themselves out of tune with their own voters.
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On Saturday, the Utah Coalition Against Pornography is holding its annual conference, "Discovering a Way Through". Coalition Executive Director Laurel Arnold chats with Boyd about what to expect at the event and the conversations we need to be starting with our children and loved ones.
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Utah is becoming a more diverse place, and that is starting to show up in our places of work. But how can companies do better to make sure workers feel included? Inclusion Strategies Principal and CEO Ross Romero outlines why being a more welcoming place is good for business.
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Today marks the annual National Day of Prayer. Prayer has played an important role in our nation's history. But in a world of moral relativism and social media, does prayer still have a place in our country?
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Norman Mineta, the trailblazing politician and the first Asian-American Cabinet Secretary, passed away this week at the age of 90. What made his career and life story something to celebrate? Former California State Assemblyman Floyd Mori remembers his friend and mentor.
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A Senate Banking Subcommittee held a hearing last week to try and figure out what is causing inflation and supply chain bottlenecks, but it might be awhile before they fix the problems that are hurting your family's budget. That's because while they had a panel of experts in front of them, there were several important questions they didn't ask and people they didn't hear from. The Manhattan Institute's Brian Riedl, who was one of those who WEREN'T asked any questions, talks with Boyd about his experience and why what happened isn't good for the country.
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With the situation in Ukraine rightly taking up a lot of space in the media, it can be difficult to remember that China is still a significant player on the world stage. What should we be thinking about when it comes to China's role, both economic and political? Miles Hansen with World Trade Center Utah has details on The China Challenge Summit, which aims to answer many of those questions.
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Russia has said its invasion of Ukraine is justified because it's "denazifying" the country, a claim Russia's Foreign Minister recently upheld. What does that mean for the future of the war? Is the Kremlin looking for an off ramp? Or are they doubling down?
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Boyd walks through the important principles we can learn from Star Wars to better our democracy.
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Primary season has started across the country, with results coming in from Ohio last night and others soon to follow. What do we need to be looking for as the parties select their candidates?
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Former Senator Orrin Hatch, who served Utah for 42 years in the United States Senate, is lying in state today at the Utah State Capitol. One of the reporters who got to interview Senator Hatch as he was retiring was former KSL TV anchor Dave McCann. He talks with Boyd about what he learned about Senator Hatch by observing him up close.
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A lot of people are disconnected from politics these days because they don't feel their voices are being heard. But is there a better way to bring more people into the decision-making process? The Alliance for Securing Democracy's Laura Thornton has a new piece outlining the benefits of proportional representation, ranked choice voting, and other electoral reforms.
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Immigrants and refugees contribute a lot to our state's rich and diverse culture, but how can we help them succeed? Utah has launched a new task force, the "New Americans Task Force", to find out. Natalie El-Deiry, the Director of Immigration and New American Integration at the Utah Immigration Assistance Center in the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity, gives Inside Sources the details.
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This morning President Biden delivered remarks on the economy and federal deficit, announcing that the government would pay down the national debt for the first time since 2016. How will this impact inflation? And where is the president getting the messaging right and wrong?
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Washington is known for a lot of gridlock, but a new, bipartisan bill just signed into law could help Utahans enjoy our public lands a lot more. Representative Blake Moore talks about the bipartisan MAPLand Act President Biden just signed. He also gives his thoughts on the problem of the US' debt and deficit, which he spoke about this week
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Following the leaked draft opinion on Roe v. Wade, the extremes on both the right and the left have restarted yelling at each other. But all the noise is drowning out good discussions and getting in the way of real policy solutions, which most people agree on.
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Following the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion on Roe v. Wade, how can we trust each other again? Boyd chats about regaining confidence in each other and our institutions and why that's necessary for a healthy Republic.
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As spring comes to an end, Utah and many western states are preparing for continued drought and more wildfires. So how can you prepare your family and your home in case of a wildfire? Benjamin Donner with the American Red Cross has tips to help you evacuate safely during a wildfire and how make your home fire-safe now.
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Primary season kicks off today in Ohio and Indiana. But with speculation that Roe v. Wade may be overturned, how will the news impact Republican and Democratic candidates running campaigns across the country? ABC News Legal Analyst Sarah Isgur talks about what this means for the midterms.
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Who was Senator Orrin Hatch? You may know him simply as a Republican politician, former attorney, or a committed member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But author and Fulbright Scholar William Doyle has a new book outlining the late senator's legislative and leadership genius. What can today's politicians learn from Senator Hatch if they want to move past extreme partisanship?
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After a Supreme Court draft opinion that could overturn Roe v. Wade was leaked to the press, many are wondering what comes next. At the very least we can reasonably expect more children needing help. Patrick T. Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Center talks with Boyd about how to reform social services and foster care to better assist families.
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Are Democrats missing the boat when it comes to talking about inflation? Inflation will probably be sticking around for awhile, it and might be the #1 concern for a large part of the electorate. But a new opinion piece in The Washington Post outlines how sometimes it seems like the party is only communicating to a progressive upper class and ignoring the small wins they could get with a change in policy.
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A draft opinion written by Justice Samuel Alito was leaked to the press last night, which seems to show that the Supreme Court plans to overturn Roe v. Wade. What does this mean? How has trust in our 3rd branch been impacted? And where do we go from here? Boyd looks at all these questions and the political ramifications down the line.
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People on the right and the left have been taking themselves a little too seriously over the last few years, Boyd prescribes more laughter for the country, particularly laughter directed at ourselves.
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Muslims around the world have been celebrating Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan. Imam Shuaib Din from the Utah Islamic Center joins Boyd to talk about the holiday and what this time of year means for people of the faith.
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Politicians in D.C. love to put off dealing with the national debt until the next election...and then they put it off again until after the next election after that. But Eric Boehm from Reason has details on a new report from the Congressional Budget Office, which warns that Washington needs to start tackling its debt problem now or suffer severe consequences later.
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Some might look at the past year of political turmoil and wonder if there's anything worth laughing at. Can we still joke about serious things in America? And what role does the first amendment and the press play in that? President Biden and comedian Trevor Noah had some interesting thoughts about all of that at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner over the weekend.
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Russia's failed invasion of Ukraine, a much smaller country, has made the world question its superpower status. But its problems run much deeper than a lack of military training and equipment. It seems that Russia has a major depopulation problem that's hurting its efforts in Ukraine and may cause other problems for Putin down the road.
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How do we protect privacy on mental health apps, as well as protect people's rights to look up medical information online? The R Street Institute's Shoshana Weissmann has details on the discussions happening on the internet, at the dinner table, and at our nation's capitol.
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Could we finally get a bipartisan deal to fix America's broken immigration system? An interesting group of Senators is coming together to try and do just that. Roll Call's Suzanne Monyak has details on their meeting and the biggest issues they will have to sort out.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi made a surprise trip to Kyiv over the weekend with a delegation of Congressional Democrats. Did the visit signal something important to Russia? Or was it a political show and a missed opportunity?
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Boyd chats about the core principles from our nation's founding and what they require us to do so the American experiment can succeed.
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Members of the US House of Representatives toured the Washington, D.C. Temple this week. What was it like for those of the faith and those with different beliefs who stepped through the door? Utah Congressman Chris Stewart shares his experience and those of his colleagues.
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A lot of people are furious after a report this week claimed that 19 of the biggest companies in the U.S. paid very little in federal income tax last year. But Garrett Watson with the Tax Foundation believes the real picture is a lot more complicated.
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Russia's decision to cut off gas to Poland and Bulgaria won't just impact those countries' citizens or the millions of Ukrainian refugees. Why? Kristine Berzina with the Alliance for Securing Democracy shows how the situation could be one of the European Union's biggest tests to date.
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How do you build understanding between people of different faiths? Elder D. Todd Christofferson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sat down with Boyd at the reopening of the Washington, D.C. Temple and shared his experiences discussing Church rites with visitors and the importance of certain ceremonies.
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Is there a better way to tackle the student loan crisis than forgiving the debt? President Biden's pledge to forgive some student loans has some people thrilled...and others furious. Preston Cooper from the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity has a new piece in National Review pointing out the opportunities we are missing to truly address the cause of rising college costs, especially when it comes to kids who take a non-traditional route.
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Senator Joe Manchin is often seen as a stumbling block to the president's plans, but this week he got a group of Democrats and Republicans together to discuss several major issues, including energy and gas. Could we soon have a deal to pass part of President Biden's Build Back Better domestic agenda?
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Yesterday, President Biden announced another $33 billion for Ukraine. Boyd looks at whether the politics in Congress will get in the way of approving the aid package.
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Boyd chats about what he has learned while talking to people and broadcasting live from reopening of the DC temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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As dignitaries, lawmakers, and faith leaders walk through the DC temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, they've all had something to say about feeling peace. How can more peace make the American experiment last? And what can we do to bring more peace to our chaotic world?
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The R Street Institute is a political force in Washington, D.C. Shoshana Weissman, who is Jewish, and Jonathan Bydlak, who is Catholic, were two of the members of the think tank who got to tour the Washington, D.C. Temple. They talk with Boyd about the experience and give us a peak at the political battles on the horizon in our nation's capitol.
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Members of the US House of Representatives toured the Washington, D.C. Temple yesterday. What was it like for those of the faith and those with different beliefs when they stepped through the door? Utah Congressman John Curtis talks about his experience with his colleagues.
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What did it take to fully renovate the Washington, D.C. Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? Dan Holt, project manager for the temple renovation, give us a peek behind the curtain (and stone restoration).
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While the French elections happened a few days ago, that is not the end of the story. What can President Macron's victory tell us about where Europe is headed politically in the coming years? The Washington Post's Henry Olsen joins Inside Sources to break down the storylines we should be looking for.
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Elder D. Todd Christofferson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sits down with Boyd to talk about the reopening of the Washington, D.C. Temple and the importance of religion in a very political city.
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The renovation of the Washington D.C. Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is absolutely spectacular. But what did it take to make the project a success? Emily Utt, the historic sites curator for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, gives Inside Sources the scoop.
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A group of Utahns, who were inspired by the late Candy Bomber Gail Halvorsen, got together to provide supplies for Ukrainian refugees, and many of those supplies are now in Ukraine! Cindi Merrill, who helped organize Operation Little Vittles 2, gives us the update.
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There was a lot of pearl clutching on one side, and cheers from the other side, after Elon Musk announced he is buying Twitter. But Reason's Liz Wolfe has a new piece outlining the difficult questions Musk will need to answer as he aims to make Twitter better.
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The Supreme Court is taking up some huge cases on immigration and prayer in schools. ABC News correspondent Em Nguyen has the latest on what these decisions would mean for the U.S.
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How do you build connections with those visiting the Washington DC Temple? Kisha Sogunro, the North America Northeast Assistant Outreach Director for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, shares her experiences talking with those who come through the doors.
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Ambassador to Turkey Jeff Flake sat down with Inside Sources to talk about his tour of the Washington DC Temple. In the wide ranging interview, he also reminisced about his colleague, former Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT), as well as outlined Turkey's efforts to stop the war in Ukraine.
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General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Elder Michael John U. Teh and his wife, Sister Grace Teh, have been conducting tours of the reopened Washington, DC Temple for many dignitaries. Elder and Sister Teh spoke with Boyd about how those from around the world have found peace in this holy building.
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A bipartisan group of Senators has toured the reopened Washington DC Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Mitt Romney (R-UT) talked about what the experience meant to them and the importance of religious liberty.
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Boyd's producer Kelli got to tour the DC Temple today. She chats with Boyd about her experience and what she hopes to tell people about it.
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Elder Jack N. Gerard from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints talks with Boyd about the reopening of the Washington DC Temple, reactions from visitors, and how its bringing people together from all faiths and walks of life.
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Over the weekend, Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin traveled to Kyiv where they met with President Zelenskyy. The visit was not announced by the administration and was shrouded in secrecy. What did they discuss? And what message does the visit send?
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Where are the true divisions in American life? Is it between Democrats and Republicans? Between the rich and the poor? Two new pieces argues that the most polarized people in the US are very different from who you thought they were.
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There is a lot of blame going around in Washington D.C. for President Biden's stalled domestic agenda. But is hyper partisanship the reason nothing got done? Is a couple of obstructionist Senators? Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute argues that Democrats were the ones who shot themselves in the foot with moderates.
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Ambassadors from both Argentina and Cabo Verde toured the Washington, D.C. Temple today. They talked with Boyd about the principles of religious liberty and what makes the building so special.
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Washington DC, Utah, and the entire country lost a political giant after former Senator Orrin Hatch died over the weekend at the age of 88. While many people knew him, what made him one of the best legislators the US has ever seen? Matt Sandgren from The Hatch Foundation talks with Boyd about his new piece in the Wall Street Journal breaking down what made Senator Hatch so effective.
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Boyd broadcasts live from the reopening on the Washington, D.C. Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What significance does the building have for both members and non-members of the Church?
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It's graduation day for many students in Utah. But what is the value of education in a world of rising college costs?
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Inflation is going up around the world. But are there some policies we are pursuing in the United States that is making the situation worse? Middlebury College Professor Gary Winslett has a fascinating Twitter feed, which argues that we are shooting ourselves in the foot
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The International Monetary Fund had a scary new report, saying we can expect inflation for awhile on things like food and energy because of the war in Ukraine. And all of that could lead to social unrest. Yikes! Dr. Art Woolf from the University of Vermont joins Inside Sources to talk about what can we reasonably expect here in the United States.
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Elon Musk's play to buy Twitter has opened a debate about whether social media companies should be allowed to ban certain speech or curate content. Kevin O'Leary, known as Mr. Wonderful from ABC's Shark Tank, appeared on CNBC to talk about why censorship has been such a bad business model for the social media giant.
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It's Earth Day, when we all are supposed to stop and think about our impact on the planet and what we can be doing better to clean up Mother Earth. How is Utah and the US doing? And what about other countries? Are they helping clean the planet, too?
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Millions of Americans filed their taxes this week, but the money the government collects will barely make a dent on the nation's nearly $20 trillion deficit. So, what can be done? Dan Lips with the Lincoln Network gives details on a new bipartisan bill that could help cut the waste.
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Pivot counties are known by political scientists as areas which toggle back between candidates. But ABC News analyst and writer for The Dispatch Sarah Isgur says those counties aren't going back and forth as much. Coupled with President Biden's collapsing support among the young, it's making for some interesting political calculations for both Democrats and Republicans going forward.
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Boyd chats about why it's important that our nation's leaders take ownership of their actions and that we as voters hold them accountable.
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Do you have a family disaster plan ready? Arrow 103.5 DJ and volunteer firefighter Jon Smith talks with Boyd about what people need to think about before an emergency happens.
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Sister Sharon Eubank, the first counselor in the general presidency of the Relief Society for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, joins Boyd from the Washington D.C. Temple reopening. Sister Eubank updates us on how other people of other faiths have enjoyed the temple and built connections with Latter-day Saints to help those in needs.
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Republicans are riding a wave of outrage over issues from education to inflation. But is that a strategy for success? The Washington Post's Megan McArdle has a new piece outlining why a lack of a plan to govern means the GOP will run into even bigger problems if they take back power.
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Utah is one of only states who still uses the convention process to select nominees for elections. But while many praise the process and the knowledge of the delegates, it has made national news in recent years for being uncivil. Utah Republican Party delegate and former state senator Howard Stephenson talks about what needs to change.
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Inflation. Ukraine. Government Spending. There are a lot of challenges facing the United States. Senator Mitt Romney sits down with Boyd for a wide ranging interview about where the country is headed and what it needs to do to change course.
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The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square is making lemonade out of lemons After their long awaited, European tour was canceled this year, the choir has partnered with the cruise line Azamara to provide global humanitarian relief. Mike Leavitt, Choir President and former Governor of Utah, joins Boyd to speak about this amazing event.
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Ukraine's President Zelenskyy has challenged President Biden on multiple occasions to step up and be the leader of the free world. Today, the President announced another major military aid package to the war torn country. What does the back and forth say about how the president leads and whether there have been any missed opportunities?
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When disaster strikes, are you mentally prepared to keep yourself safe? Ronnie Warren of FEMA takes us through what we need to know to prepare before an emergency happens.
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The open house of the Washington D.C. temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is attracting people from all faiths. Reverend Amos Brown sat down with KSL's Carol Mikita to talk about why he wanted to visit the temple. Boyd looks at some of the unique things he had to say.
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Democrats have started to make a play for rural voters, a constituency who they haven't connected with in decades. Theo Meyer from The Washington Post explains how that strategy could help get Democrats elected up and down the ballot.
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Former Oregon Senator and former CEO of the National Association of Broadcasters Gordon H. Smith talks with Boyd about the reopening of the Washington, D.C. temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the state of religious liberty in America.
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The sky is blue. The sun is shining. It's a great day for a government takeover of baseball! A recent piece in the New York Times argued that very thing. But Marc Hyden from The R Street Institute says there are definite downsides to the feds getting involved in America's pastime and that baseball already has the tools to fix itself.
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Russia has announced that it has successfully test-fired a nuclear capable intercontinental ballistic missile, which is potentially capable of penetrating any missile defense system. ABC News' Andy Field talks about what this means for the war in Ukraine and why the US hit pause on its own missile test.
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The $1.2 Trillion infrastructure bill that Congress passed last year is supposed to be fully paid for. But the Biden administration just made a move that will make those roads and bridges much more expensive to construct, especially in smaller and rural areas. Reason's Christian Britschgi joins Boyd to talk about a regulation that is causing a lot of headaches and wallet-aches.
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President Biden is stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to the challenges both at home and abroad. A new piece in The Hill shows both left and right say he's failing to meet the moment. But is that true? Boyd looks at where the critics are correct and what they're getting wrong.
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Utah Valley University is hosting a conference on domestic violence today. Victim's advocate Christiana Wagstaff tells us what is happening on campus, why victims stay, and how we can all help people get out of abusive situations.
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As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, China just announced that it's doubling down on its support for Moscow. Meanwhile, a zero-Covid strategy looks like it is slowing the economy and causing extreme hardship for people caught in Shanghai. Ian Johnson from The Council on Foreign Relations joins the show to talk about the calculus of China's actions and the folly of not having a dissenting opinion in the room.
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The Washington D.C. Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is opening back up for public tours after being closed for a few years for renovations and during the pandemic. How is the community reacting as they come through the temple doors, whether they are of the faith or from a different faith tradition? Al Jackson, who has held leadership positions in The Church, joins from D.C. to talk about this exciting time.
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It's been difficult for many countries in the world to cut ties with Russia, even with all of the heartbreaking news coming out of Ukraine. But are the U.S. and other Western nations closer to isolating and weakening Russia than we think? The Washington Post's Karen DeYoung takes us behind the scenes as diplomats refocus and reformat their plans when it comes to economic cooperation with each other and countering Russia together.
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In a very special interview, Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints calls Boyd from the Washington, D.C. Temple, which is reopening to the public following a years-long renovation. What is Elder Gong seeing as people from all over come to the temple? And what are they learning from their experience in this holy space, whether they are a Latter-day Saint, practice another religion, or have no faith at all?
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Boyd breaks down the recent developments in Ukraine.
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You may have heard that the Republican Party has pulled out of the Commission on Presidential Debates. While the news shocked some, was it a better idea than you might think? And how should presidential debates actually happen? Utah's RNC Committeeman Bruce Hough takes us behind the scenes of the decision.
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How will President Zelensky, President Biden, and all of us be remembered during this time? President Zelensky sat down for an interview on CNN and talked about everything from nuclear weapons to peace talks to how he would like to be remembered.
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The Washington, D.C. Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is reopening to public tours. Sister Reyna Aburto, the second counselor in the general presidency of the Relief Society, talks with Boyd from D.C. about the momentous occasion.
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Why is it so difficult for Congress to expand the Child Tax Credit? Patrick T. Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Center breaks down the concerns both left and right have with how Washington structured the credit and how it hasn't cut child poverty as much as was advertised.
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President Biden is allowing more gas and oil leases on federal lands. Why the turnaround? ABC News' Katherine Faulders has details of the news that came late Friday, including at least one reason that is out of the president's hands.
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It's Tax Day, the day many people turn into fans of smaller government. But how does the time you spend trying to figure out your taxes reveal the problems with the system? Eric Boehm with Reason joins Boyd to talk about why politicians won't do anything about it and how inflation might cause sticker shock when you send in your return to Uncle Sam.
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As Russia regroups and considers new war plans, Europe is bracing for more fighting in the northern countries. Finland and Sweden have thrown their hats in as possible applicants to join NATO, Russia has warned against this move.
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It seems politics is intertwined on with every aspect of our lives, from sports, brands, and entertaiment. A new article by friend of the show Yuval Levin talks about the current culture war, and how we need to start setting boundaries.
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For three decades the Commission on Presidential Debates has had the honor of hosting a series of debates for both primary candidates running for the President. Recently the GOP has voted unanimously to withdraw from any debates held by the commission on Presidential Debates.
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Major League Baseball will look different than other days, as every player, umpire, and manager will display the same number, the 42. This is to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. As the country stands divided, the great American past-time will stand together to celebrate the player who changed the course of the sport and the nation.
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There has been a lot of counting regarding President Russell M. Nelson, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He is now the oldest prophet, having lived 97 years, 7 months and 7 days. Boyd goes through the president's life and his achievements.
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As social media becomes the new medium of information across the world, the debate of whether they should hold the key to control the information that passes through its platform, or hold no key at all continues to intensify. Is there a place still for nuances in the Social Media space?
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At 97 years old, President Russell M. Nelson has become the oldest President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. How has he been able to stay so fit? And what have been some of his big accomplishments?
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Bill Maher went on the Joe Rogan podcast to outline the problems with some of the recent government spending when it comes to COVID-19. What does this say about the political landscape as President Biden revives his Build Back Better bill?
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Taxes are due in a couple of days, April 18th to be exact. Tax professional Michael A. York calls in to talk about whether you should you file for an extension or do an amended return.
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Governor Cox is signing a bill today that would put free period products in schools. Gail Miller joins to talk about why this is so important for Utah students.
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A new Quinnipiac poll shows President Biden is polling at his lowest levels with Latinos ever. Political strategist Luis Alvardo talks about why that is and whether Democrats still have some things that could win back some communities.
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People on social media are freaking out at the news of Elon Musk wanting to buy Twitter, with some urging the government to break up the "monopoly". Shoshana Weissmann from the R Street Institute calls in to talk about where everyone is getting the news wrong and how social media behemoths don't last long.
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Democrats are trying a new strategy to reach voters: talking person to person with friends, neighbors, and coworkers to turn the tide going into the midterms. It's a strategy that helped flip Georgia's Senate seats last year, but could it work in Utah? State Rep. Steph Pitcher, who is running for State Senate, gives her thoughts.
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Could the bureaucrats in Washington, D.C. be getting a little more oversight? Voters love to complain, and many times with good reason, about how unelected workers in D.C. run their lives. But Joe Luppino-Esposito with the Pacific Legal Foundation has details on a new bill that could give Congress back more of its authority to oversee the rules and regulations government agencies institute.
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In 1963 President John F. Kennedy said "Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or the present are certain to miss the future." Boyd looks at how we can change for the better.
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The Amazon Labor Union in New York landed a surprising win against the tech giant last week. Wells King from American Compass breaks down how a small, independent, grass roots union was able to pull out a victory when so many larger, traditional union campaigns cannot.
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Democrats are facing some tough choices when it comes to immigration as the midterms approach. Caroline Simon from Roll Call chats about what priorities lawmakers will have to balance to get to good policy--especially when it comes to Title 42--and also keep their seats.
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Can your cheeseburger teach you why the cost of food has gone up so much? And does a closer look at this delicious dish reveal the longstanding problems in the American food supply chain, problems that could be responsible for the price you pay at the restaurant and grocery store? Ximena Bustillo from Politico breaks down what this American staple is telling us about inflation.
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With inflation at its highest since 1981, what can Washington be doing differently to help bring down high costs? Representative Blake Moore talks with Boyd about how out of control government spending created this situation and what lawmakers need to do to reverse course.
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A new Harvard Law study has found that current electric vehicle subsidies are not reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Phil Rosetti from the R Street Institute joins the show to discuss how we should be rethinking the way we subsidize EVs.
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After nearly 2 months of fighting and a retreat from Ukraine's capital city Kyiv many are starting to wonder how Vladimir Putin miscalculated Ukraine so badly. Paul Sonne from the Washington Post breaks down how the Russian president's isolation, biases, and assumptions led him to make such a strategic blunder.
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What's behind the confusion and division plaguing American life these days? And how can we become one again? Boyd looks at social psychologist Jonathan Haidt's piece in the Atlantic outlining how social media has contributed to what sounds like a modern retelling of the Tower of Babel.
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War in Ukraine, inflation, and partisanship are just a few of the broken aspects of our world. How can we fix what's broken and leave a better world for future generations?
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Today the Labor Department announced inflation rose 1.2 percent from January to February, with inflation now up to 8.5 percent from March 2021. Charles Mizrahi, host of The Charles Mizrahi Show, breaks down what's happening, how Americans need to adjust, and what Washington should be doing differently to help ease the pain.
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President Biden is in Iowa today for the first time since his campaign to address inflation and his plans to help lower gas prices. Boyd looks at what he has to say.
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While in power, Democrats have tried getting rid of the filibuster rule in the Senate in order to pass partisan legislation. James Wallner from the R Street Institute chats about why Democrats will soon realize how valuable the filibuster actually is as Republicans seem poised to regain control of both the House and the Senate.
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Poland has vetoed the EU's proposed plan to implement a global minimum tax. Daniel Bunn from the Tax Foundation joins Inside Sources to discuss the future of the tax agreement.
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Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints visited Ukrainian refugees in Poland over the weekend. Boyd looks at his visit and the 2-part service model the Church has established for helping people at home and abroad.
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France's presidential election is heating up as President Emmanuel Macron prepares to face off against his right-wing opponent. Rick Noack from the Washington Post breaks down how the war in Ukraine and sanctions on Russia are impacting French voters and what it all means for the US.
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In a world of moral relativism, Vladimir Putin has provided clarity in the battle between good and evil after its invasion of Ukraine. Boyd looks at a Ted talk given by Garry Kasparov, a World Champion chess player born in the Soviet Union, about recognizing evil and not hesitating to act against it.
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Boyd looks at how people of all faiths can experience reverence during this spring holiday convergence.
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How do you change someone's mind? With all the rancor around politics and on social media, it can seem like we are constantly talking past one another. But it is possible to get someone to at least see your point-of-view. It just might require you to do things in a different way.
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How secure is our vote, and do new voting laws restrict access to the ballot box? Those are topics that have been on many people's minds recently, with people on both the left and right rushing to pass new laws. But Sarah Isgur did a deep dive on the data for Politico, which shows how these laws and rules actually do nothing to prevent fraud or help certain political parties.
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Why is it so difficult for some companies to find workers? Jared Walczak from The Tax Foundation looks at the real state of the job market and why raising workers' wages won't fix every problem.
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President Biden announced new rules on so-called "ghost guns", which would subject gun parts which are later assembled into a firearm. Boyd looks at the new rules, why the president favors them, and whether they will help cut down on gun violence.
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President Zelenskyy continues to take his message to the world, this time on CBS' 60 minutes. What was he trying to communicate? And will his words get the international community to do more for Ukraine?
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson made a surprise trip to Kyiv this weekend to meet with President Zelenskyy, possibly sending the message that Europe will take the lead when it comes to stopping the war in Ukraine. Is the US taking a back seat? Or is President Biden getting this right?
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Today marks 9 years since former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher passed away. Boyd looks at some of her words of wisdom that are still applicable for us today.
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Today was the first time we heard from Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson after she was confirmed to the Supreme Court. She spoke about her journey during a ceremony at the White House with President Biden and Vice President Harris. What can we learn from her story and this moment in history?
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You could get hit with a major tax bill next year under some extreme rules from the IRS, which would require regular Americans to 1099 practically everyone they run into. Ryan Ellis from the Center for a Free Economy (and a tax preparer himself) walks us through the changes Congress passed without having read.
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Congress...yes Congress...has come together to put further sanction Russia and send aid to Ukraine. Josh Siegel from Politico talks with Boyd about how this came about and what this means for the US' involvement in Ukraine.
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Liberals and Conservatives are often seen at odds about the role of the federal government. But some new poll numbers suggest that might not be as true as people think, and that Americans hold some very similar views as Benjamin Franklin when it comes to federalism.
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Our nation's lawmakers spend a lot of time talking to empty chambers or in front of cameras. But how do we get them to get back to debating bills and policy? Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute says that while debate in Congress is rare, it's not beyond saving, and Americans have an important role to play.
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If you think you're paying too much at the grocery store now...you're not imagining it. The United Nations says food prices are at their highest levels ever. ABC News Correspondent Dave Packer has details of a new report from the UN showing the wide ranging impacts of the war in Ukraine.
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During all the celebrations over the confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, some pundits are dismissing how influential she will be because she is replacing a justice with a similar judicial philosophy. But Boyd disagrees. He breaks down where the chattering classes are getting it wrong and outlines how much sway the future Justice Jackson will have.
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Boyd tells a tall baseball tale with an important life lesson about progress.
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Who are we as Americans? You can learn a lot by studying our nation's history and stepping into the footsteps of our founders. Ken Burns, creator of the new PBS Documentary "Benjamin Franklin", and the actor who played the Doctor, Mandy Patinkin, told Stephen Colbert about what they discovered during filming.
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Ukrainian refugees are facing horrible conditions as they petition for asylum at the southern border. The Deseret News' Jay Evensen has a new piece outlining how dire the situation has been for decades for immigrants across the world, and how little will there is in Washington to fix the problem.
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Will the federal government start fully regulating Bitcoin? While Americans were transfixed with the Supreme Court vote in the Senate, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen made a major speech today arguing that we need to regulate cryptocurrencies to fight fraud. Is she right? Or do we need to think differently when it comes to crypto? James Czerniawski from Americans for Prosperity looks at how all this could change the digital currency game.
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Congress loves to pass off their responsibilities to someone else - usually a maze of alphabet agencies with so many contradicting rules and regulations - that it leaves regular people confused and sometimes broke trying to comply with it all. But could there be a big change coming soon? Boyd looks at a new bill that could help Congress take back some of its power.
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What makes a Supreme Court nominee worthy of Senators' votes? Is it their ideology? Resume? Political stance? Thomas Berry from the Cato Institute breaks down the dividing line in Washington and how soon-to-be Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's future rulings might surprise her supporters.
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Russia has become the first permanent member of the United Nations Security Council to be suspended from the organization's Human Rights Council. Meanwhile, Israel's coalition government has lost its majority. University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora discusses what this means both for the situation in Ukraine and for one of the US' closest allies.
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The Senate has confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as the newest associate justice of the Supreme Court. Boyd looks at the history making vote and a surprising shoutout to Senator Mitt Romney from one of his Democratic colleagues.
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Boyd reflects on the amazing grassroots humanitarian mission to airlift supplies to Ukraine and chats about the importance of going out and doing something to make a difference.
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The Candy Bomber brought joy to children in Germany following World War II by dropping tons of candy during the Berlin airlift. Now, a group of people is following in his footsteps by sending supplies to Ukrainian children who've been fleeing the war there. Cindi Merrill, who helped organize Operation Little Vittles 2, calls in from Washington, D.C., where she is drumming up more support for the effort.
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That $10 billion, bipartisan coronavirus relief package that Congress negotiated has hit a snag...well, several of them. What is going on? And can lawmakers iron out their differences? ABC News' Faith Abubey has details.
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What is keeping Washington from passing a wealth tax on billionaires? Is it Republicans? Or is the idea a tougher sell for Democrats? Liz Wolfe from Reason has a new piece outlining why the Democratic Party's base might be slow to support such a proposal.
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After announcing another round of Russian sanctions today, President Biden called for more unions and warned Amazon that the feds were coming after the company. He was speaking to thousands of national, state, and local building trades leaders. Boyd looks like at what the president hopes to gain by this message.
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How many kids are detained or placed behind bars each year? The numbers are staggering, but they also may not be accurate. A new report from the Sentencing Project shows that there are probably more incarcerated youth than what's officially counted. Why? What conversations should we be having about policy? And how is Utah doing when it comes to this issue? Josh Rovner from The Sentencing Project talks with Boyd about what he found.
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With gas prices on the climb, more people are urging the government to turn to renewables. President Biden is even invoking the Defense Production Act to move the US further towards its clean energy goals. But Phil Rossetti from the R Street Institute outlines why the DPA is not the answer to the problem.
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Boyd reflects on one year of the show, what lessons he's learned, and his goals moving forward.
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It's Ramadan! But what does that mean for businesses and their employees? Deseret News religion reporter Mya Jaradat has a new piece on how more and more companies are accommodating religious beliefs of Muslim employees and others.
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Elon Musk is Twitter's newest board member a day after becoming its biggest shareholder. Investopedia Editor-in-Chief Caleb Silver talked with Inside Sources about the real reason the billionaire took an interest in the social media platform.
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Former President Obama and President Biden were reunited at the White House today to announce changes to Obamacare. But Boyd thinks the duo did not sell the law as strongly as they could have.
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Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett gave a talk at the Reagan Presidential Library on the value of free speech. Justice Barrett explained why allowing space for ideas you disagree with makes for a stronger America.
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What if that tough sounding class your kid is taking to get college credit isn't so hard? And if you want a better option, will the government make it more difficult for your child to get into a charter school? Rick Hess has two new pieces in The Dispatch outlining the local and federal policies making it tougher for kids to get the best education possible.
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People on the left look to Scandanavian programs as the best way to help families, while people on the right argue we'd do better to model ourselves after Hungary. But Patrick Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Center wrote a piece arguing for a new, uniquely American social safety net.
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Take action or dissolve yourself. That's what President Zelenskyy told the UN this morning in a live speech. But what can the UN do to show their solidarity, short of sending fighter jets to Ukraine or making them a member? Boyd looks at that and what we can all do today to make a difference.
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Boyd wraps up the big stories of the day from the Senate's vote on Biden's Supreme Court nominee to what's happening in Ukraine.
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It seems everyone's frustrated with politics these days. But how can we have better discussions without losing our principles? One Utah woman did something unique: she shadowed lawmakers she sparred with on Twitter and learned a lot in the process. Les Carpenter talks with Boyd about her experience.
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As millions of Ukrainians flee their country, thousands have ended up at the US/Mexico border. ABC News' Alex Stone calls in live from the border to talk about whether these refugees have any shot of being resettled in the United States.
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The Senate Judiciary Committee was ready to vote on the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court when Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA)'s plane was delayed. Why did his vote matter? Plus Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) thinks the Supreme Court hearings should be held during Festivus. Boyd looks at what he had to say.
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What will it take to get European countries to stop buying Russian oil? Rick Noack from The Washington Post joins Inside Sources live from Paris to talk about the discussions happening in several EU nations following a reported massacre in Bucha, Ukraine.
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What impact can religion have on individuals, societies, and even the world? Elder Ronald A. Rasband from The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave a talk this past General Conference weekend about how religious liberty can heal divides.
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As Russia pulled back from Kiev, they left behind devastation and evidence of what many are calling war crimes. How is the world responding? And what will be the consequences?
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In a special Conference Conversations podcast, host Boyd Matheson takes listeners into the bridge-building efforts of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints between its members and followers of Islam, which includes a new pamphlet collaborated with Muslim imams. Boyd discusses how this effort can be a powerful pattern for meaningful conversations with people of differing viewpoints with Elder David A. Bednar and Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Church’s Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Produced by: Kelli Pierce.
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Boyd chats looks at former St. Peter's Peacocks basketball coach, and the new Seton Hall coach, Shaheen Holloway and what we can learn from his leadership.
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In 2017, state-champion horse rider Deserae Turner was shot in the head and left for dead. But over the last 5 years she's been able to make a miraculous comeback. Dan Rascon sat down with Deserae for a special conference program, and he joins Inside Sources to talk about her inspiring story.
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What does it mean to be resilient? And how do you find it in yourself? Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf sought to answer those questions on their podcast "Relentlessly Resilient." And they've been working on a special General Conference program reflecting on year one.
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Allegations of Marxism. Crazy made for TV moments...or at least something to make your latest fundraising pitch pop. Questions that no judge would ever decide. The Supreme Court confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson has had its share of questionable moments by politicians trying to gin up outrage. But Bakersfield Californian columnist Robert Price has a new piece showing how one of the most famous Supreme Court justices, Earl Warren, faced many of the same challenges during his confirmation hearing.
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It's Prom season! And while teens are gearing up for a night of fun, health experts across the state are warning about marijuana misuse, something that's becoming more common among that age group. But how do you talk to your teenagers about this issue? Heather Lewis from the Utah County Health Department has details on a new campaign called Gray Matters.
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Boyd gives a preview of his special running this General Conference weekend that looks at how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is working together on important issues with the Muslim community.
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A Utah Congressman has a new bill to speed up oil pumping on federal lands. Could this help President Biden's plan to lower gas prices? Congressman Blake Moore talks with Inside Sources about what's in the Protecting Energy Independence and Transparency Act, and where he thinks the president is getting oil policy wrong.
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While you might have been watching the war in Russia and Ukraine, North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un successfully launched an intercontinental ballistic missile last week, one that could possibly reach the United States. And this isn't North Korea's first missile test this year. Nick Eberstadt has a new piece in The Wall Street Journal outlining the messages the country is sending, their endgame, and how Iran factors into all of this.
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Boyd's daughter Sarah Steeby joins the show to talk about a recent experience she had with comparison at a community swimming pool.
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When should the government be allowed to spy on you? Utah Congressman Chris Stewart has a new bill gaining bipartisan support, which would clearly outline when the CIA, FBI, and other agencies can use their investigative and policing powers.
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How do we raise the next generation of young women to be strong leaders who can change the world? On the last day of Women's History Month, Boyd sits down with Sister Bonnie Cordon, Young Women General President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints about the challenges our daughters face and how we can guide them.
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People in Utah are very interested in genealogy. KSL NewsRadio's Debbie Dujanovic talks with Boyd about her extraordinary special running General Conference weekend about twin sisters who can give us a window into genealogy and genetics.
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What's Russia's endgame in Ukraine? With troops seemingly retreating or stuck, and peace negotiations far from over, ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett looks at the possibilities, including a stalemate or Russia taking pieces of the country.
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Who is to blame for the America's high gas prices? Is it Vladimir Putin? The Pandemic? What about oil companies? Today, President Biden said that it's all of the above, while announcing a major release from the Strategic Oil Reserve to ease prices. Boyd looks at what the president got right when it comes to policy and wrong when it comes to messaging.
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Boyd revisits a story President Russell M. Ballard shared in Boston a few years ago about his ancestor John Howland who fell off the Mayflower but survived by simply holding onto a rope.
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Israel has suffered its deadliest attacks in years, three events over the past week which have killed 11 people. ABC News Correspondent Jordana Miller reports from Israel about what is driving the perpetrators during such a holy time for Muslims, Christians, and Jews.
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Utah Valley University is holding a two day conference where students, teachers, and the general public will be encouraged to have difficult but crucial conversations. Dr. Brian Birch from UVU talks about the Healing Conversations series and how people can start having important dialogues in their own lives.
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Church News Editor Sarah Jane Weaver gives a preview of General Conference, including the return of the Women's Session and President M. Russell Ballard's role.
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As we round out Women's History Month, it's important to highlight the efforts of our sisters who support other women. McKayla Kreutzkamp sat down with Boyd to talk about a group she cofounded to assist others who work, or want to work, in the video production and photography industry in Utah.
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A lot of people freaked out after President Biden released his budget, which was full of tax hikes. But Jonathan Bydlak from The R Street Institute has a new piece in Spectator World arguing that the president's wish list doesn't really matter.
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The Emmett Till Anti-Lynching Bill is now federal law. How did it come to be with bipartisan support? Boyd revisits a conversation he had with Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) about how lawmakers from different sides of the aisle came together to craft a great piece of legislation.
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Why is it taking Congress so long to put more sanctions on Russia? Many in D.C. are blaming Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) for stopping President Biden from slowing trade with Russia. But Haley Byrd Wilt from The Dispatch went behind the headlines and outlined some serious concerns Senator Paul and others have about how much power the bill would give the president.
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Boyd looks at a speech President Calvin Coolidge delivered on the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence about patriotism and looking forward.
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There is word of breakthroughs in the peace talks between Russia and Ukraine going on in Turkey today. But ABC News' Andy Field says there is concern in The White House about whether Russia can be trusted.
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Politicians, whether left or right, are calling for America to become energy independent following Russia's invasion in Ukraine. And many are advocating for greener energy options. But Phil Rossetti from The R Street Institute has a new piece in Real Clear Policy outlining why those goals are not as easy to achieve as we think and what we should be doing instead.
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Many Russian companies and entities are continuing to lobby politicians in Washington, D.C. What gives? Hailey Fuchs from Politico talks with Boyd about the loopholes they're exploiting and whether anyone wants to close them.
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Did you know the Russian ruble has gained significant value in the last few days? And that its stock market is also on the upswing? Or that it had a huge economic meeting with several developing nations and China? Boyd looks at some major stories that have flown under the radar.
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Generation Z is now the least religious generation in American history, according to new research from the Survey Center on American Life. Daniel Cox from the American Enterprise Institute talks with Boyd about what factors have driven young adults to pull away from religion. How is it affecting them, and will they ever come back?
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Small business owners are expected to be one of the biggest opponents of President Biden's wealth tax. Why, when it might not affect them? Boyd breaks down why a tax for the rich is unpopular with regular Americans and how difficult it might be for the government to collect on it.
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President Biden has once again proposed a tax on billionaires' wealth. But Ira Stoll has a new piece in Reason outlining why this might not be the best policy and how, if taken to its logical conclusion, taxpayers could ask for money up front from the government.
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Yesterday was the 46th anniversary of Schoolhouse Rock's famous "I'm Just a Bill" song. Boyd's monologue looks at how much better off we would be if Congress followed the simple rules outlined in the tune.
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Why is your tax rebate taking so long? Will McBride from The Tax Foundation talks with Boyd about their new report showing how Congress is offloading more and more social services onto the agency, which hurts its ability to process returns.
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President Biden called America's community colleges the nation's best kept secret. But is your two year degree really worth it financially? Preston Cooper from The Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity is back with new research on the ROI for thousands of associate degrees.
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People around the world are on edge after President Biden uttered three unscripted remarks during his European trip, including apparently calling for regime change in Russia. The last one was such a big slip that advisors are scrambling to downplay it, and the controversy looks like it is overshadowing his budget announcement today. But Boyd also thinks it's time to get past the headlines and look at what may be one of President Biden's most powerful speeches.
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Darlene McDonald, a longtime activist in Utah, is running for the state's 4th Congressional District. She joins Inside Sources to talk about her campaign, why she's running, and what she would do if elected.
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President Biden outlined his proposed budget today, which would hike taxes on billionaires and closely mirror his sidetracked Build Back Better bill. Details of the plan were leaked early, drawing some strong remarks from Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary. O'Leary appeared on CNBC today and outlined how the legislation would badly hurt entrepreneurs.
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It might be 2022, but should Congress be working on a budget for 2023? Retired Major General John G. Ferrari has a new piece in The Hill outlining why Washington needs to get cracking on a budget deal, especially because of how important it is to the military's preparedness.
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Do Americans need more choices when it comes to politics? Antony Davies from Duquesne University and the Foundation for Economic Education makes the case for a third party.
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President Biden is in Poland today where he met with U.S. troops and aid workers. He also announced a joint game plan with the EU to reduce dependence on Russian oil. ABC White House Correspondent Karen Travers is traveling with the President and she joined Inside Sources to break down the President's trip.
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Ukraine's First Lady praises her country's women and children for their bravery during Russia's invasion. Boyd looks at what she had to say.
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Young men are dropping out of college seemingly at record rates. But many boys from disadvantaged backgrounds are actually bucking the trend and succeeding in our universities. Tulane University Professor Ilana Horwitz has a new piece in The New York Times showing how religion is making the difference.
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Utah's strong economy hasn't been good for everyone. But is there a way to lift people out of poverty that's also good for business? Salt Lake Chamber CEO Derek Miller chats with Boyd about the new Opportunity Coalition, that connects companies with people they may have not considered before.
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The White House is warning companies that Russia could launch cyberattacks against them. The R Street Institute's Tatyana Bolton talks with Boyd about why many businesses and government entities are not prepared for large scale attacks and what we could all be doing better.
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Should the US give Ukraine more weapons and tactical support? It's a question a lot of people are asking as President Biden meets with NATO, and Russia reminds the world that it has nuclear weapons. The American Enterprise Institute's Giselle Donnelly has a fascinating piece in The Dispatch answering this very question.
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With Salt Lake City putting a stop to new homeless shelters and more people in Utah feeling the squeeze when it comes to rent, how can we help the unsheltered in our communities? Pamela Atkinson talks with Boyd about what the homeless community looks like and the most effective way to assist them now.
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President Joe Biden is in Brussels today, where he announced new sanctions and more humanitarian aid in coordination with our NATO allies. Boyd looks at what he said and if these new actions will cause Russia to change course.
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The Senate is wrapping up Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation hearings this week, with a confirmation vote expected to happen before spring recess. But what is happening behind the scenes ahead of the vote? Matt Sandgren, who worked for former Senator Orrin Hatch during a Supreme Court confirmation, gives us a look at the conversations and political jockeying.
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Boyd remembers the life of the first female Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and chats about what principles we can learn from her as we face new geopolitical threats.
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They say politics makes odd bedfellows, and there is no stranger group of politicians teaming up in D.C. right now on probably one of the best pieces of legislation in a long time. The Washington Post's Cristiano Lima has details on a new bill, if passed and signed by the president, would require the government to tell you if they've seized your text messages and emails.
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Whenever the economy is doing poorly, the knee jerk reaction for many Americans is to blame the sitting President, Democrat or Republican. But Brian Riedl from the Manhattan Institute has a new article showing that your favorite commander in chief, or even the one you hate, doesn't have that much power over the economy.
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The Outdoor Retailer trade show has announced it will return to Salt Lake City next year, even with some high profile companies threatening to boycott it. KSL NewsRadio reporter Paul Nelson was at the announcement and talks with Boyd about the political discussions being had around the event.
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Former Ambassador and Utah Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr. shares his memories of Madeleine Albright, the trailblazing former Secretary of State who passed away at age 84 today. Ambassador Huntsman also shares some sage advice and perspective Secretary Albright gave him recently about Russia.
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox made national headlines when he vetoed a bill that bans transgender athletes from competing in girls high school sports. He joined the show to explain why he vetoed the bill and to discuss the return of the Outdoor Retailer Show to Utah.
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Utah Senator Mike Lee gives an update on Day 3 of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court confirmation hearings. What are the conversations happening behind closed doors? And what are the questions we should be asking as the process continues?
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Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright passed away today at age 84. Boyd takes a look back at the life of the first woman to hold the post and her passion for mentoring young women.
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Boyd gives his final thoughts on day two of Judge Jackson's confirmation hearing and chats about the brick wall test.
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Could Europe, and not the US, stop the war in Ukraine? The Cato Institute's Justin Logan has a new piece outlining Europe's increasing strengths and Russia's weaknesses.
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You hear it all the time: politicians go on TV and say, "We have to pass my legislation! All these top economists agree with me!" But do they really? Or are they just running defense for the politicos they personally like? Legendary economist Dr. Art Laffer talks with Boyd about what the professionals are getting wrong, where the US is misstepping, and what states like Utah are getting right.
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What is happening behind the scenes as Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson faces questions from Senators? One of those Senators in the room, Utah's Mike Lee, gives an inside look at both the public question and answer session and the discussions happening behind closed doors.
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The pandemic was tough for a lot of people, especially those suffering from addiction. Now, a new government study says alcohol related deaths rose 25% in 2020. Kevin Noel from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute talks with Boyd about how can we help people battling addiction and show them avenues to find more meaning and purpose in their life.
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It was the news that rocked the financial markets: Saudi Arabia is looking to buy oil in yuan. India, meanwhile, is reportedly looking at a deal to buy Russian oil in rubles or with their currency, the rupee. Oil has been priced in dollars for decades, and another currency competing with America's have some analysts worried this could spell economic disaster for the US. But Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) talked on Fox News Sunday about how this situation is also a window into how we should respond to the Ukrainian crisis.
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On day two of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation hearing, the judge took questions from Senators on everything from judicial philosophy to court packing. What have we learned so far? And what can we expect in the coming days?
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It's World Down Syndrome Day. Boyd chats about the special souls with down syndrome, their needs, and the important role they play in society.
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A couple of years ago, a unique off Broadway production played to sold out audiences night after night. The authors? Inmates at a maximum security prison in New Jersey. Chris Hedges, a Presbyterian minister and Pulitzer Prize winning former correspondent for the New York Times, has a new book (Our Class: Trauma and Transformation in an American Prison), detailing the story of how the men he taught drama to behind bars became playwrights telling deeply personal stories. What can we learn about the US prison system, American society, and how not to judge people by their labels?
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With inflation at a 40-year high and oil prices through the roof, lawmakers across the country want to give their constituents direct cash payments to help them make ends meet. Is this really a good idea? Or have we started a dangerous cycle of high spending, inflation, and cash back? Christian Britschgi from Reason Magazine talks with Boyd about why this might make sense and why it won't.
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Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson gave her highly anticipated speech on day one of her Senate confirmation hearings. What did she have to say? And what clues does it give us about how she would rule if confirmed to the Supreme Court?
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Boyd looks at some of the inflamed, political comments made by Senators on the Judiciary Committee during the confirmation hearings for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson today. He also looks at what Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) had to say about what these hearings are supposed to be about and what everyone's job is.
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Over the years, the confirmation process for Supreme Court nominees has become another opportunity for Senators to grandstand while jabbing at their opponents and trying to sink nominees. Is Judge Ketanji Brown's Jackson confirmation hearing following that pattern? Or will this time be different? Boyd looks at some of the lowlights and highlights of the day.
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It's an historic day in D.C: Day one of the Supreme Court confirmation hearings for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. But what's really going on behind the scenes? And how can we get past the talking points on social media and into real, substantive conversations about Judge Jackson's judicial philosophy? Senator Mike Lee (R-UT), who is part of the Judiciary Committee, gives us a peek behind the curtain.
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Boyd looks at what's been happening this week during March Madness, in Ukraine, and here at home.
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A new rocket has rolled up to NASA's launch pad and is ready to blast off. ABC News' Dave Packer walks us through the upcoming test flight and the possible Artemis I mission to the moon.
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President Biden held a long call with Chinese President Xi Jinping about the war in Ukraine and strongly warned against him aiding Russian President Vladimir Putin. Boyd looks at Press Secretary Jen Psaki's news conference, where she also answered questions about what all this means for Ukrainian refugees and Taiwan.
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Utah Valley University is holding a conference on addiction today. But how can we help those who are struggling, both financially and mentally? And what do we need to do to assist those who are helping others? Licensed Clinical Social Worker Richard Nance talked with Boyd about the stats behind addiction and what we could be doing better.
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With Russian oil exports banned from the US and gas prices rising, the question now is: do we plow ahead towards a green energy transition? Or do we double down and drill for more oil here at home? Mark Mills from the Manhattan Institute has a new piece about the reality of our energy capabilities and the potential for a policy reset.
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Many of us are working differently because of COVID-19. But did universities get the memo and learn to cut the fat? Not really. Sarah Lawrence College Professor Sam Abrams talks about his new piece in The Dispatch, outlining how he and teachers across the country stepped up to help students in need. He also looks at new data that backs up his call to trim down the administration in our universities.
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Yesterday marked the 180th anniversary of the Relief Society, the women’s organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A new podcast featuring Relief Society President Jean B. Bingham and Church News Editor Sarah Jane Weaver looks at how this worldwide group of women has devoted its time to serving others and providing humanitarian aid to people across the globe.
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A Senator's tweet about Republicans and Ukraine spilled out onto the Senate floor. Is this just a case of partisan politics or does the back and forth between Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Ben Sasse (R-NE) reveal some important things about how legislation is and should be crafted?
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It's March Madness! For his monologue, Boyd looks at the life of former UCLA Coach John Wooden, who took his team to the NCAA championship 10 times. What can we learn from his lessons on leadership?
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A new poll shows just how much Americans support religion in the public square but also how much they fear speaking their minds. Dr. Jeff Myers from Summit Ministries talks with Boyd about the effect cancel culture is having on free discourse.
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Why have Senate confirmations of presidential appointees become so political? And how can we make them suck less and more focused on policies than politics? Adam White from the American Enterprise Institute has a new piece arguing that respect for the president's appointees goes hand in hand with changing our relationship to government agencies.
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Charges of stealing elections have been all too common in the US over the past decade and really went into hyper drive in 2020. But David Levine with the Alliance for Securing Democracy believes there is something simple that could restore trust: using more nonpartisan election observers.
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YouScience COO Jeri Larsen chats with Boyd about some new research showing girls have a lot more aptitude for STEM careers than they believe. Jeri also talks about how girls exclude themselves from consideration for careers and what we all can be doing better to empower our daughters.
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A government program that helps uninsured Americans afford COVID-19 testing and treatments is shutting down. Why? Because there's no money left. Eric Boehm has a new piece in Reason about how the government wasted so much coronavirus money that we don't have any when vulnerable people need it most.
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President Biden will be holding an important call with Chinese President Xi Jinping tomorrow to talk about the economic competition between our two nations. But the war in Ukraine will likely be a big topic of conversation. What can we expect when the two world leaders speak? ABC News' Em Nguyen has the details.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken gave an update on the war in Ukraine, confirming an American casualty and accusing Russia of attacks against civilians. Boyd looks at what this means for both the war itself and whether the US will get more involved.
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Boyd looks at a powerful speech Bobby Kennedy gave in South Africa in 1966 about what keeps us from acting boldly and changing history.
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Tonight is the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Purim! Mya Jaradat of Deseret.com talks with Boyd about the importance of the celebration and how young girls today are inspired by a strong woman from long ago.
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Utah Congressman Chris Stewart attended President Zelenskyy's speech today. What did he think of it? And what does he believe the US needs to do to help Ukraine while avoiding war?
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Earlier today, President Biden announced that America would answer President Zelenskyy's call for more aid, but he stopped short of granting President Zelenskyy's requests for MiG-29 fighter jets. Will this new aid be enough to stop the Russian invasion? Or are we only buying Ukraine a little more time?
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As the war in Ukraine rages on, the US is giving more protections to refugees and those already here. Caroline Simon from Roll Call talks with Boyd about what Washington is doing, as well as the extra protections that have been announced for Afghan refugees and some children who've crossed the southern border.
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Some politicians are toying with the idea of using the Defense Production Act to get oil companies to pump more. The R Street Institute's Phil Rossetti has a new piece arguing that that would be terrible for both consumers and people who want clean energy.
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Utah Congressman Blake Moore joins Boyd to give his reaction to President Zelenskyy's speech. He also gives an inside look at the conversations Congress is having over the situation in Ukraine and the important questions he'd like answered.
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President Zelenskyy spoke to the US Congress this morning in a heartfelt plea for additional aid to stop the bloodshed in Ukraine. He called on the US to do more as a world leader. Boyd looks at how he weaved such a compelling narrative and whether this pitch to both lawmakers and the public will work.
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Boyd chats about the proper role of the US in global affairs.
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The United States is not always viewed positively around the world. But journalist Zaid Jilani has a new piece breaking down a recent poll showing that the world looks for American leadership, even in countries where the American image has taken a hit.
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A new survey shows Americans are increasing censoring themselves because they are worried about the consequences of freely expressing their point of view. Boyd looks at why the narrowing of American discourse is not a good thing for the country.
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A day before he addresses Congress, President Zelenskyy spoke to the Canadian Parliament and urged them to give more support to his beleaguered country. Will Zelenskyy's vivid description of the horrors Ukrainians are facing move the needle?
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A new report says spiking oil prices could be a sign that a recession is on the horizon. Boyd looks at why that could be and if history is any guide when it comes to oil prices.
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The pundits all say Democrats have no shot to keep their majorities in the midterms. But is that really true or is there time to course correct? The Washington Post's Catherine Rampell has a new column arguing Democrats need to get serious about addressing voters' concerns on inflation.
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President Biden is heading to NATO next week as the alliance holds high level talks about what to do in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the US announced sanctions today on the president of another country for his support of Russia. Samuel Benson from Politico and the Deseret News talks about what's going on and how should we view these latest developments.
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We hear it all the time: Russia is engaged in a disinformation campaign to undercut support for Ukraine. But how does it actually work, has it had any influence, and how can it be stopped? Bret Schafer from The Alliance Securing Democracy gives us a peek behind the curtain.
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Boyd looks at how Silicon Valley made work a religion in the US and chats about why we need to look outside of our careers to find meaning.
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He was laughed at and told he was out of step, but he was right. What does the man who predicted this runaway inflation and income inequality well ahead of everyone else think is going to happen in the economy in the months and years ahead? Dr. Thomas Hoenig, who used to head the Fed in Kansas City, sat down with Inside Sources to explain what's causing inflation and why things will get worse before they get better.
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What is Vladimir Putin really like, and how can the changes he put in place in Russian society explain what is going on in Russia today? Dana Lewis was one of the first Western journalists to ever interview Putin. He talked to Inside Sources last week from London about how Europe views the conflict, how President Putin's past can explain the future, and what people who served in Eastern Europe think we should do to stop the war in Ukraine.
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While a record number of refugees are streaming out of Ukraine, people from other countries are lining up to go to the country to fight the Russians. Some of those volunteers are Americans. What is it like for those who choose to fight? And how does that strain the refugee system? ABC News' Ines de la Cuetara calls from Poland to tell the story of the foreign freedom fighters.
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While thousands are fighting for freedom in Ukraine, what about the fight for free expression in the US? Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was in Utah last week and gave his thoughts on how cancel culture can erode our democratic institutions. Boyd was there and talks about what Justice Thomas said.
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In his monologue, Boyd yields the floor to the First Lady of Ukraine, who has written a powerful letter about the effects the war has had in her country.
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A new survey shows Americans are not as divided on internet regulations as politicians would like us to believe. And they're also not rushing to have Washington police the web. The R Street Institute's Shoshana Weismann talks with Boyd about what we should be thinking about when legislation targeting Big Tech pops up.
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States are competing for businesses and residents as the pandemic made it easier to work from anywhere. Daniel Bunn from The Tax Foundation talks about their new report on how to reform the tax code to leverage the new economic reality.
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Boyd updates everyone on the situation in Ukraine.
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How will the world respond to Russian oil sanctions as their gas prices go up? What does China think of the situation in Ukraine? Senator Mitt Romney took part in a virtual forum on these topics and more. Boyd breaks down what he said.
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As the eyes of the world look to Ukraine, Congress is rushing to pass a huge spending bill that is chock full of earmarks. Is there a case to be made for earmarks? Or is this huge bill just another way Washington is politicizing what should be a serious discussion on spending? Brian Riedl from The Manhattan Institute talks about where the politicians are getting it wrong.
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Vice President Kamala Harris is headed to Poland, as the US and that country get into a disagreement about sending Soviet-era jets to Ukraine. What is on the Vice President's agenda and what's next when it comes to the international response to Ukraine? ABC News correspondent Ines De La Cuetara calls in from Poland with the latest updates.
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Russia is accused of becoming more reckless, including bombing civilians and a children's hospital. Ukrainian President Zelensky even directly addressed the American people to do more to help. But how much can the US do without escalating the war?
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Boyd's monologue looks at a little remembered phrase in FDR's first inaugural address about the importance of converting retreat into advance.
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The number of refugees streaming out of Ukraine grows by the day. But how do you wrap your head around what's happening without the people involved becoming just...numbers? KSL NewsRadio host Jeff Caplan stops by Inside Sources to talk about a My Minute of News segment he did showing why we need to focus on people instead.
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Health challenges can be some of the worst challenges to face in life. But one young woman is speaking out about how she has thrived despite living with epilepsy. Sarah Hawkes talks with Boyd about a Facebook post that is getting a lot of attention.
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Today is International Women's Day! Women make many contributions to our society, but they are not always seen or valued. Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez sat down with Boyd to talk about the importance of mentors for women and why we need to encourage women and girls to transcend fear.
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President Biden has announced a ban on US imports of Russian oil. Boyd examines the president's speech and revisits some comments from Congressman Chris Stewart, who broke down why oil prices are going up on Dave and Dujanovic today.
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Americans and those in other countries are lobbying their governments to do something to stop the war in Ukraine. But Ben Burgis has a new piece in Jacobin Magazine showing how things like no-fly zones could escalate the war instead and arguing for smarter countermeasures against Russia's elite.
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Ukrainian president Zelensky gave an inspiring speech to the UK Parliament today, drawing even more comparisons to Winston Churchill. Boyd looks at what he said and whether his words will translate into more aid.
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While Ukraine is looking to the US and our allies for aid and support... Americans are calling on our elected leaders to help lower gas prices. Where do lawmakers stand on these issues? Congressman Blake Moore talks with Boyd about all this, as well as the situation in Iran and his recent trip to Israel.
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Boyd looks at some of the political theatre going on in Washington D.C. and what to expect in the coming days as lawmakers race to pass a spending bill before the government shuts down.
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A new film, "Worth Saving: Jon’s Story,” comes out this week and is helping address the stigmas surrounding youth and mental health. The film's creators, Tony Mosier and Briana Johnson-Hurst join us to discuss the film.
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Tomorrow is International Women's Day. Utah's Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson chats with Boyd about the important role women play in our economy here in Utah as well as around the world.
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America has long been looked to as an example of democracy, a beacon of hope, the city upon the hill. But today, it's the Ukrainians who are giving Americans a lesson in democracy. Boyd chats about what we can learn from them.
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Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Rick Scott of Florida butted heads recently over the party's agenda for 2022. Boyd chats about the importance of messaging and what Republicans have hinted will be their priorities for the next year.
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Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints honored former Democratic Senator Joe Lieberman at an event in New York City last week. Boyd looks at what was said about Senator Lieberman's ability to navigate his faith while working in Congress.
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On the 12th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Boyd looks at Russia's demands for ending the conflict and how Ukraine and the US are responding.
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With another government shutdown looming, lawmakers are gearing up for another funding fight. But this time, they're using the war in Ukraine to try and force votes for another omnibus bill. Boyd breaks down what's going on and the problem with politicizing this process.
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Boyd chats about exercising our minds and the importance of education for upward mobility.
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Back in the USSR? ABC News' Andy Field chats with Boyd about how the moves Russia is making both abroad and in their country are strangely reminiscent of the old Soviet Union.
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Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) is in Utah. He talks with Boyd about a wide range of issues, from Ukraine to the federal anti-lynching bill he is sponsoring with Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ).
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The 3-day RootsTech family history conference kicked off yesterday. It's virtual this year.. and it's theme? Choose Connection. Andrew Parker from FamilySearch talks about how to build connections in an online world and a world disrupted by war.
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Senator Mike Lee gives an update on the PRICE Act, which aims to curb inflation. He also talks about his social capital project and how other politicians are trying to learn from what's happening here in Utah.
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Russia is ramping up its attacks on Ukraine but Ukrainians are fighting back. Boyd gives the latest updates on Ukraine including what NATO will and will NOT do.
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Most political analysts would say TV stars and comedians are least suited to hold the office of president. But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is turning that argument on its head. Politico Magazine Contributing Editor Joanna Weiss has a new piece showing how his career in comedy and television have given him just the tools he needs to lead his country in a time of war.
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Boyd looks at an interview New York Times columnist David Brooks did on moral relativism and encourages us to be curious in our search for the truth.
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The price of the insulin has skyrocketed in recent years. But a Utah company is ready to manufacture and distribute much cheaper versions. Dan Liljenquist of CivicaRx talks about their long journey to this point, how difficult it can be to get lower cost alternatives on the market, and why is getting cheaper insulin on the market good for consumers and for business.
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Russia is a huge exporter of oil. But what is the policy on Capitol Hill when it comes to importing and drilling? Boyd reviews some recent comments from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senator Joe Manchin, and other top Democrats.
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New York Times columnist David Brooks gave an interview recently contrasting how religious institutions are abandoning the notion that people need to work on their moral failings and, instead, embracing a form of moral relativism. Boyd takes a look at what he said.
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One of the rare bipartisan successes in Congress recently has been the passage of the infrastructure bill to fix the nations bridges and highways. But are all those "Shovel-Ready Jobs" and projects really that shovel-ready? Reason Magazine Editor in Chief Katherine Mangu-Ward talks with Boyd about how politics makes these projects cost more and take forever to complete.
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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is coming to Utah. Matt Sandgren from the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation gives details on the event, as well as provides insight into the confirmation process of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.
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KSL NewsRadio reporter Aimee Cobabe has details on a bill in the Utah Legislature that aims to make online dating apps safer.
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Analysts believe Russia will be seriously hurt after some of their financial institutions were kicked off SWIFT. But Phil Rossetti from the R Street Institute argues that they might not feel as much economic pain as everyone predicts.
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Politics have become more performative than anything else. And with midterms approaching, silly season, the season of outrageous claims, is in fully swing. Boyd chats about how we as voters can combat it.
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Today is Ash Wednesday... the day when millions of Catholics around the world receive a cross of ashes on their forehead and prepare for Easter. Father Samuel Dinsdale from the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Sandy joins Boyd to talk about what this day means.
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Boyd looks at today's update from Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Pentagon Spokesperson John Kirby about the situation in Ukraine.
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Having friends who look and think differently than you can add so much to your life. But Americans are increasingly self-segregating along religious and other lines. Daniel Cox from the American Enterprise Institute has a new survey showing that if we change how we live, it could change who we interact with.
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Government rules and regulations are intended to protect people from harm. But sometimes those same rules just keep them from working. Marc Hyden from the R Street Institute talks with Boyd about how we should rethink licensing laws so consumers are protected and everyone can get back to work.
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Will that Ph.D. in under water basket weaving pay you back in real world dollars? Preston Cooper from the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity is back with his latest study showing which graduate degrees pay off in real dollars and which don't.
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Boyd looks at the highlights of President Biden's first official State of the Union. What did the president get right? And what did he say that might damage his future agenda?
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Boyd gives his annual State of the Union address.
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What does the world think of President Zelensky and how has he changed how the West responds to a crisis? University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora joins the show from Israel to talk about it.
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Can mindfulness help cure opioid addiction? Dr. Eric Garland from the University of Utah Center on Mindfulness and Integrative Health Intervention Development stops by to talk about their latest study showing that it helps.
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The State of the Union is supposed to be an address to Congress. But author and critic Jacob Bacharach has a new piece in the New York Times arguing that how it's done now is emblematic of our broken political system, and he's suggesting some changes.
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Ally Isom has officially filed for Senate. She stops by Inside Sources to talk about it her campaign and some of the big issues facing our country right now.
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As hundreds of thousands of people stream out of Ukraine escaping the war, some in the US want to welcome the refugees here. But Fiona Harrigan from Reason has a new piece showing how our broken immigration system is making that much harder than it needs to be.
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Tonight is President Biden's State of the Union address. D.C. speechwriter Michael Connelly chats with Boyd about how he can communicate with the public during a challenging time where details are changing by the minute.
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As Russia continues to attack Ukraine...the US and its allies have responded with sanctions to put pressure on Russia's economy. But is the pressure working? Russia has since engaged in peace talks with Ukraine.. but the fighting continues. Could the US do more? And what does all of this say about the price of freedom?
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Boyd's monologue looks at what Russian President Vladimir Putin really fears.
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How can we find common ground with others who are different than us without throwing away our values? Journalist and Braver Angels director Monica Guzman's new book, "I Never Thought of It That Way" describes how to stay curious, engage with others, and have those difficult conversations.
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Ukrainian, Russian, and other leaders are meeting to find a diplomatic solution to the war in Ukraine. World Trade Center Utah's Miles Hansen, who worked as a diplomat overseas, gives us a peek behind the curtain. What will negotiators will be doing and considering as they try to put a stop to the fighting?
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With everything changing so quickly, Boyd pauses to give the latest updates on the situation in Ukraine.
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President Biden is slated to give his first formal State of the Union address tomorrow. Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute joins Boyd to talk about the issues the president should be discussing and whether there are successes his administration can point to.
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It seems the world turned on a dime and imposed tougher sanctions on Russia over the weekend. What happened? The Washington Post's Ellen Nakashima has details on an emotional plea Ukrainian President Zelensky made from the battlefield to European leaders. She also outlines what these moves mean for the Russian economy.
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While Senator Mitt Romney's interview with CNN is grabbing all the headlines, Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) gave a fascinating interview to the same outlet where he laid out the importance of what's going on in Ukraine and how China views the conflict.
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Is it cheaper to go to Disneyland Paris than regular Disneyland? Guest hosts Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic look at a new report that says yes...by about $900!
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Several pilots have recently come out and claimed that they have seen UFOs. Jason Colavito, who has written extensively on the subject, uses facts and science to throw cold water on our dreams and explain why it's unlikely that they encountered aliens. Guest Hosts: Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic.
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How secure are Utah's elections? KSL NewsRadio's Lindsay Aerts did a deep dive into mail-in ballots and talks about what she found. Guest Hosts: Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic.
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Ana Ivanova-Bean is a Russian woman living in Utah, who has a sister fleeing the war in Ukraine. She talks with guest hosts Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic about what's happening on the ground, as well as what the Russian people really think about Putin's war against Ukraine.
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Professor Ericka George from the University of Utah's S.J. Quinney College of Law talks with guest hosts Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic about today's nomination of her friend Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. How did she react to the news and what does she think Judge Jackson would bring to the Supreme Court?
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Russia has been hit with major sanctions in an effort to stop its war with Ukraine. But Desmond Lachman from the American Enterprise Institute has a new piece in Barrons arguing that Russia is in a good place economically to keep the war going, sanctions or not. Guest Hosts: Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic.
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What would Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson bring to the Supreme Court if she is confirmed? Attorney Greg Skordas talks about the importance of having a former public defender on the dais. Guest Hosts: Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic.
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President Biden made good on a campaign promise by nominating Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, a Black woman, to the Supreme Court. Guest hosts Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic look at the historic nomination and what she said during her announcement ceremony.
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Boyd looks at the problem of narcissism when dealing crafting foreign policy towards our enemies and argues for more strategic empathy from our leaders.
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Utah County Attorney David Leavitt, who was in Ukraine a few weeks ago, gives us an update on the people who are stuck there and how they're trying to get to safety.
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Former National Security Advisor HR McMaster has talked about the concept of strategic narcissism, which is when military leaders assume that people in different countries think like Americans do. Boyd looks at why recognizing this is important, how it applies to our discussions on Ukraine, and how we engage in strategic narcissism in our battles online.
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Everyone has been watching in horror on their TVs as Russia invades Ukraine, an attack Europe has not seen in decades. Is this the beginning of a new normal in Eastern Europe? Or can the international community band together and respond in a way that will deter future aggression? Alliance for Securing Democracy's David Salvo, who used to work at the State Department, shares some fascinating insights.
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The Washington Post senior editor Marc Fisher sat down with Inside Sources to discuss why the US top brass was caught off guard by what's happening in Ukraine and how it has led to a change in strategy.
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Utah Congressman John Curtis called in from Belgium to give an update on what our European allies are thinking and feeling as Russia invades Ukraine. He also spoke about what this crisis is teaching us about the need for energy independence.
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President Biden outlined the response from the US and the international community during a speech on the invasion of Ukraine. Boyd looks at what he said, what he didn't say, and the timing of the address.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the value of finding reverence and awe in our everyday lives.
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Is there still a chance for diplomacy to solve the problems in Ukraine? World Trade Center CEO Miles Hansen, who spent years in the diplomatic corps, outlines what President Biden is doing right and why a peaceful resolution might be more realistic than some analysts think it is.
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A proposed rule change would allow more immigrants to access benefits without threatening their green card eligibility, while Democrats in Congress are urging President Biden to use an executive order to give more people temporary protective status. Roll Call's Caroline Simon has the latest.
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Reports say President Biden has narrowed down his choices to fill retiring Justice Stephen Breyer's Supreme Court seat. But who are the women in the running? Boyd revisits his conversation with former DC Circuit Court Judge Thomas Griffith, who outlined the strengths of all three of the top contenders.
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The Supreme Court has agreed to take up a major case that pits LGBTQ rights against those of religious businesses. Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News breaks down what's at stake in the case.
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Boyd continues his deep dive into the situation in Ukraine by looking at the State Department's press briefing from today where Spokesperson Ned Price provided updates on American diplomacy with Russia.
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Boyd takes a long look at the situation in Ukraine and America's role. A source told him that America has not had a strategy for Russia for years, and when you look a little deeper, it's true. How did the current CIA director predict what's happening now in Ukraine and Russia in 2008? Why did the State Department have trouble explaining what leverage America has?
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The DOJ and FBI will start investigating companies, like mom and pop grocery stores, for profiteering during inflation. Eric Boehm from Reason Magazine has a new piece outlining how loud complaints from a few senators has possibly led to bad policy.
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Is there something the US can do to stop the advance of Russia in Ukraine without sending troops? Congressman Chris Stewart thinks there is. He sat down with Boyd to talk about it and why he thinks Biden Administration policies have led to America's having less leverage over Russia.
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Democrats are dragging Republicans over their boycott of President Biden's nominee to the Federal Reserve. But James Wallner from the R Street Institute has a new piece outlining why the Senate is NOT a rubber stamp for the president.
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President Biden announced major sanctions against Russia, following President Putin designating two Ukrainian regions as independent. Boyd takes a look at what he said and how it might stop Russian aggressions.
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The cost of college puts it out of reach for many families...but what if it's not necessary to get a sheepskin to get your dream job? Todd Davis from FranklinCovey chatted with Boyd about a new report showing that more and more employers are ditching the degree requirement and listing the skills they need applicants to have instead.
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You can't plan for everything...and that's certainly true in Washington, D.C., where crises and problems are constantly popping up. But a new report says the White House may base its response to inflation on a talking point that polled well. Boyd looks at why potential short term political gain is bad for the future of the country. And if you think it's just one side of the aisle does things like this, think again!
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Congress has once again put off the day of its reckoning. Last night, the Senate quietly passed a short term spending bill to fund the government through March 11th and avoid a shutdown. Boyd looks at what's stopping lawmakers from doing their jobs and actually negotiating a budget.
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Yesterday, leaders from the Salt Lake Branch of the NAACP hosted an education forum on race in Utah. President Jeanetta Williams talks with Boyd about what they discussed and what crucial conversations we should be having about race.
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Too often discussions of important issues become a left-right fight...really a fake fight between false choices. But in Utah this week there was a major victory for criminal justice reform: a bill was passed that has the support of groups from Black Lives Matter to police departments. Salt Lake County DA Sim Gill is here to talk about the "duty to intervene" bill and why this is good for everyone.
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The situation along the Ukrainian border continues to escalate, with the US confirming the major cyber attacks against Ukraine came from Russia. And the latest reports are saying that Russia's deployment of troops is the largest military buildup since World War 2. How is the U.S. responding? And is there more we could be doing to deter Russia? Boyd looks at what NATO and US representatives are saying.
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While Russia is ratcheting up the tensions in Ukraine, do we need to be looking at the messages President Putin is sending instead? And how can what happened in Ukraine in 2014, when Russia annexed Crimea, help us understand what's going on today? Charlotte Lawson from The Dispatch gives us the latest insights from the intelligence community.
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People at their core want to be respected and heard. In the final segment of this special program, Boyd looks at insights from several religious leaders about the value of every person and bringing their glorious uniqueness to the public square.
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While racism still exists in our world today, eliminating prejudice begins with one person: you. It starts with an introspective journey to root out racism, bias, and hate in our own hearts. This is something that the leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have called on its members to do over the last few years. Boyd looks at what they have said.
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Boyd takes a pause and talks about what we have learned so far in our discussion on race.
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Although the subject of race can make people angry or turn away from one another, is there a better way to lean in to the conversation and build bridges? David Rowe from Life in Christ Church in Salt Lake City talks about how their faith community, which was started by immigrants, is enriched today by racial and political diversity.
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Utah has been a very welcoming place for Jewish people, especially compared to other places. But that community is no stranger to bigoted attacks in the Beehive State. Dr. Jay Jacobson from the United Jewish Federation of Utah talks about the unseen slights and attacks Jewish and other marginalized groups regularly face, and what we should be doing in response.
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Utah State Rep. Sandra Hollins has been highlighting Black history in Utah on social media. She sat down with Boyd to talk about some amazing stories we almost never hear about and how Juneteenth is one step closer to becoming a state holiday. She also discusses how that history informs policy today and how we can all have better conversations about the things that matter.
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Native Americans have made major contributions to Utah, but they've also been discriminated against or ignored. South Salt Lake City Councilmember Clarissa Williams is the first Indigenous person to be elected to the position. She talks with Boyd about growing up on the Navajo Nation, bringing her whole self to her swearing in ceremony, and how everyone of every background wants the same things.
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Julie and Alex Boyé are an interracial couple with 8 beautiful children. But 10 years ago, Julie received a nasty note which was dripping with contempt and vitriol because she married and had children with someone outside her race. It was a shock for Julie, who is white. But Alex, who is Black, was not surprised. Julie wrote a response to the letter writer 10 years later, which was published in the Deseret News. They talked with Boyd about that experience and the need for spaces to highlight Black achievements.
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Boyd chats about the importance of overcoming prejudice in our communities and challenging our own biases.
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During the 2008 Olympics, Team USA's basketball team took home the gold...with a little help from a certain BYU Baseball coach. How did this unlikely partnership come to be? Dave McCann has a new piece at Deseret.com all about this story.
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San Francisco voters recalled three members of its school board for keeping campuses closed and being too "woke". The results of this election are reverberating across the country. But is that what's really going on? Randy Economy, the former spokesman for the California Gubernatorial Recall campaign, gives us a report from California on the situation and the underreported storylines Utahans should be thinking about.
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With the midterms coming up, Democrats are starting to try and convince Americans that they should stay in office. But some of what they're communicating is not a recipe for success but, rather, a blueprint for disaster if they don't change course.
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Many fairy tales begin with "Once Upon a Time..." But others start with, "When elected I promise.." And even though those promises are never fulfilled, Democrats and Republicans have a habit of working together to pass half-baked legislation that's left us with $30 trillion in debt. A new piece in Forbes has a simple solution to our spending woes.
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Companies are needing more and more tech workers, but girls and women do not always put themselves forward. How can we get our daughters to see opportunities in the STEM area? Women Tech Council President Cyndi Tetro and local high schooler Jordyn chat with Boyd about the upcoming SheTech Explorer Day, which aims to get girls interested in STEM.
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Yesterday, Ukraine suffered its biggest cyber attack in its history, targeting the websites of the Ukrainian defense ministry and knocking several banks offline. But that's not the end of the story. Many think this is a sign of more to come. Is this a first step towards war? Or is something else going on? The Washington Post's Joseph Marks breaks down the situation.
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The U.S. is not standing by as the tensions in Ukraine escalate. Back in Washington, the Biden Administration seems to be drawing a line in the sand over Russia possibly designating two territories in Ukraine as independent, while the Republicans have introduced their own sanctions bills. Boyd gives the latest updates on the situation.
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President Biden is getting ready to deliver the State of the Union address next month. While there are a lot of things on Americans' minds, how can he best communicate and connect with them? One heavy hitter in the Democratic Party is advising the president to try...humility.
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A new report says teen girls are increasingly posting risqué videos on TikTok...and it's ruining their mental health. Clinical mental health counselor Jenny Howe talks with Boyd about the TikTok algorithm, why it can be damaging to kids no matter what they're looking at, and how to guide our children through the social media maze to healthier outcomes.
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The pandemic was terrible for many people's jobs and pocketbooks. But others are seeing opportunity and starting their own small businesses. Axios' Erica Pandey joins Boyd to talk about why we're seeing a boom and why now might be the time to start your own gig.
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Conventional wisdom says those on the right and those on the left look at the economy in such different ways that they could never agree. But some interesting conversations are starting to happen on everything from infrastructure to immigration to R&D. Could that help all Americans be more financially successful? Brian Riedl from The Manhattan Institute joins the show to talk about what's going on.
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Canadian truckers who are protesting government COVID-19 rules--and those suspected of supporting them--could have access to their bank accounts suspended. Boyd looks at why the Canadian government's actions are problematic. It also might not help address the issues that are not going away anytime soon.
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Russia says it's pulled some troops from the Ukrainian border, in an apparent cooling of tensions between that nation and the West. But some aren't so sure. Boyd give us the latest updates on the situation in Ukraine, which some think are more likely to lead to war than peace.
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This Valentine's Day, Boyd looks at some principles from the late great Og Mandino, including how love is the greatest weapon.
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Congress only has a few days to go before they must reach an agreement to fund the government. But there is a new speed bump to passing a continuing resolution: a group of Senators has signed a letter urging that President Biden's vaccine mandates be defunded or they won't support the bill. Boyd also looks at how protests against COVID-19 restrictions are being held around the world and what governments need to do to address working class people's concerns.
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What is causing young Americans to have fewer and fewer children? While the price of raising a child is one factor, Dan Cox from the American Enterprise Institute surveyed Millennials and Gen Z...and the reasons they gave were surprising. He joins Boyd to talk about what he found.
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Is an attack against Ukraine coming this week? And could Russia face some serious sanctions? Boyd breaks down the most recent updates from the Pentagon, State Department, Congress, and former Ambassador to Russia Jon Huntsman, Jr.
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When the Olympics start, people across the country cheer for Team USA to win the gold. But Boyd looks at some of the best examples of sportsmanship coming out of the Beijing, including the story of a cross country skier who waited to celebrate his gold medal win for the best reason.
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The ongoing financial problems of the US Postal Service are nothing new, but now taxpayers could be spending billions more to help the once self-financing system cover healthcare costs, following a multi-billion dollar loan less than two years ago. What's happening and what are the best ways to solve the Postal Service's problems? Eric Boehm from Reason Magazine outlines the issues, how the Postal Service has been blocked from fixing them, and a potential solution.
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It's Valentine's Day! While we tend to focus on the roses and chocolates, Boyd instead looks at famous political couples and what we can learn from their example.
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Inflation and interest rates are up, the stock market is down, and real estate is getting more and more out of reach. That has many people turning to cryptocurrencies. But what is the best way forward to regulate them and give more people more access? Matt Sandgren from The Orrin G. Hatch Foundation joins the show to talk about a webinar they're holding on the topic this week with some heavy hitters in the crypto space.
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It's almost the Super Bowl! Boyd's monologue looks at what we can learn from a Super Bowl commercial featuring Bruce Springsteen and a church in Kansas.
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If you look at our broken immigration system, the overwhelming majority of Americans agree on the solutions. But the loudest voices tend to drown them out, and politicians use the divisiveness as a fundraising issue. But could there be a breakthrough for common sense? Boyd sat down with Congressman John Curtis (R-UT), who has introduced the bipartisan Dignity Act, which uses many Utah principles to solve these problems.
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When the pandemic started, many people looked to government to fight the virus and provide them economic relief. But after years of restrictions, a lot of folks are urging those same government officials to get off their backs. Scott Lincicome from Duke University and the Cato Institute talked with Boyd about his new piece in The Dispatch, arguing that this libertarianism...powered by regular people and focusing on certain issues at the state level...is here to stay.
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There are a lot of challenges America faces both home and abroad. But how do we best address them? Senator Mitt Romney sits down with Boyd in studio for a wide ranging conversation on everything from the Russia-Ukraine situation to child tax credits to the Olympics.
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When you look at job postings for careers in the tech and science fields, do you automatically count yourself out? But what if you had the aptitude to do those jobs and just didn't know it? Students across Utah, particularly girls, are learning that maybe a career in STEM is something they can do. Jeri L. Marshall from Provo High School and YouScience CEO Edson Barton talked with Inside Sources today about the Utah Talent Report, and how a unique aptitude test is helping kids take a second look at STEM careers.
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There was a heated exchange last week between an Associated Press reporter and a State Department spokesman over a potential Russia-Ukraine conflict. While reporters and government officials sparring is nothing new, what can this tell us about how instant certainty and arrogance are framing many of the discussions around important issues in the news and public at large? And can humility be the way forward?
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Boyd's monologue looks at what we can learn from the Olympic sport of the biathlon and the concept of "The Space Between".
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Republican governors are turning down the chance to run for US Senate seats despite an electoral map that heavily favors them...even in blue states. Why? And what does this mean for the GOP's chances in the upcoming midterm elections? The R Street Institute's James Wallner stops by Inside Sources to explain why no one wants to be a senator anymore.
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It's a new world out there and many parents are unsure how to navigate the constantly changing tech landscape. Jennifer Hanley from Meta joins Boyd to give tips on how to keep kids safe online.
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Change can be scary for a lot of people. But what if change and openness to new people is actually better for both businesses and workers? Ryan Streeter from the American Enterprise Institute talks with Boyd about how the concept of dynamism can make everyone happier and more successful in the long run.
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Boyd looks at the latest headlines coming out of D.C. that should be on everyone's radar, from Russian sanctions negotiations to Senator Joe Manchin's (D-WV) scorching letter on the dangers of inflation.
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Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) encouraged his fellow Democrats to reach out to rural voters during a recent podcast interview. Boyd looks at why everyone would win if that happened.
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Another day, another headline screaming about how inflation has hit a 40 year high. And while we all feel it at the grocery store or gassing up, inflation is affecting our lives in important ways we may not notice. State Rep. Robert Spendlove, who is also an economist at Zions Bank, talks with Boyd about how regular people are feeling the pinch and how it's affecting projects in Utah.
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How do we solve the modern debate over cancel culture? Some wise words from Frederick Douglass in the 1860s may hold the key.
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There's going to be a Super Bowl party on the streets of Salt Lake City this weekend...but this one is unique. Super Soul Party is a game day get together to help the homeless. Rabbi Avremi Zippel joins Inside Sources to talk about the services they will be providing to those in need.
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Both sides of the aisle want changes to federal voting rules, though they can't agree on what those changes should be. But regular people wonder why politicians in D.C. can't do the obvious and make the tweaks most people can agree on. Kevin Kosar with the American Enterprise Institute spoke with Inside Sources about some of their proposals that could appease everyone. He also talked about why conversations around the topic of voting is more difficult than it has to be.
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There are often disagreements between members of the same party, and looking at an issue from different perspectives is usually healthy. But it increasingly seems like there are purity tests to belong to the Democrats and Republicans. Boyd looks at why that is and whether some recent comments from Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) could provide a better path forward.
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While China is often seen as a rising power, are they making some wrong moves on the diplomatic front? Josh Kurlantzick from the Council on Foreign Relations spoke with Boyd about China's weaknesses and what the U.S. could do to capitalize on the situation.
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A new study released today by BYU and the University of Virginia reports that getting married young doesn't have to be a bad decision and can actually lead to high levels of satisfaction in your relationship. Alan Hawkins, a co-author of the study and a family scientist at BYU, joined Boyd to talk about what makes relationships work at many stages of life.
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A bipartisan proposal in Congress to do away with the gas tax got Boyd to thinking: how often do politicians propose something that is good policy as opposed to clickbait?
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Congress has an agreement, or at least a framework, for a budget. But if that deal fails, they could always fall back on a temporary spending measure to fund the government through March 11th. Is all this evidence of Congress finally doing its job? Or is it another instance of lawmakers kicking the can down the road? Haley Byrd Wilt from The Dispatch broke it all down for us.
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Boyd's monologue looks at a new piece in The Hill outlining how Americans have been feeling a sense of malaise for years. While the feeling may be prevalent, the solution may be for everyone to develop real confidence in themselves.
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The pandemic has changed the education landscape, with many parents now interested in homeschooling, private schools, or even learning pods. A new bill in the Utah House aims to expand those choices for families. State Representative Candice Pierucci and Allison Sorenson from Education Opportunity 4 Every Child talk with Boyd about the Hope Scholarship bill and what it might mean for public schools, too.
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Happy Birthday, Section 230! The federal law that underpins the internet as we know it is turning 26 today...while under fire from left and right. The R Street Institute's Shoshana Weissmann outlines where the criticisms go wrong and what we should be thinking about instead when the topic of Big Tech regulation comes up.
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Air quality is a huge issue in Utah. On inversion days, you have a lot of people coughing and sneezing...and wondering why we haven't transitioned to clean energy yet. But going green requires the right strategy. Quill Robinson from the American Conservation Coalition chats with Boyd about how Germany's clean energy plan hasn't worked out, how it's left them more reliant on oil rich Russia, and what the US can learn as it explores alternatives to fossil fuels.
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Could President Biden's Supreme Court nominee get Republican votes? Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC), who was instrumental in the helping the president's campaign get off the ground, made a fascinating case that a nominee with bipartisan support is not only possible--it would do a lot to move the country forward.
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In the era of 24/7 news and internet feeds, it can be hard for an honest media company to compete with clickbait sites. But at least one outlet known for genuine, thought-provoking analysis is bucking the trend. The Dispatch co-founder Steve Hayes talks with Boyd about their just announced expansion and how they're aiming to change the way political ideas are communicated to the world.
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Americans enjoy the highest standard of living ever despite all the challenges of the pandemic. But it seems we're constantly at each other's throats over politics. Why is that? Rick Larsen from The Sutherland Institute has a new piece in the Deseret News outlining what's gone wrong in our political discourse and why love may be the way to bridge the gap.
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The U.S trade deficit hit an all-time high last year: $859.1 Billion. Imports from countries like China are surging, even if their products are slapped with huge tariffs. How did we get here? Aaron Starks from World Trade Center Utah joins Boyd to talk about that, the challenges Utah businesses are facing, and what we need to do to help local companies compete globally.
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A Facebook post over the weekend lamented the amount of entry level jobs requiring a Bachelor's degree asked why hiring managers do not consider experience as a valuable substitute. It got Boyd to thinking about how someone who is consistently curious about the world may be a better employee in the long run than someone who studied just enough to get a sheepskin.
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Up and down the grocery store aisles we've seen inflation hit food products ranging from meat to milk. But now fresh fruit and vegetables are soaring in price. And while it's never fun to spend more for guacamole during Super Bowl weekend, it's food pantries and school lunch programs that are really getting hurt. Washington Post reporter Laura Reiley did a deep dive on why we're paying so much for fruits and veggies and talked with Inside Sources about whether it's something Washington is trying to fix.
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A former clerk for Supreme Court frontrunner Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson went on a Wikipedia editing spree to boost the judge's page and make her contenders look less favorable to a liberal audience. What changes did he make? And what does this say about our highly partisan nomination process? Politico intern and Deseret News reporter Samuel Benson broke this story over the weekend and chats with Boyd about what's really going on.
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How do you bring people together to have crucial conversations on the topics of religious liberty and LGBTQ rights? Arizona Representative Amish Shah is one of the co-sponsors of the Equality and Fairness for All Arizonans bill, which aims to balance those important ideas. He joined Boyd earlier today to talk about why this discussion is so important and how he was able to bring people together to work on it.
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Continuing the conversation about the proposed “Equality and Fairness for All Arizonans” bill, Boyd spoke with both Speaker of the Arizona House Rusty Bowers and Glendale Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Robert Heidt about why they think the legislation is good politics and a win for business.
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Utah has been a model for the nation on balancing religious freedom and LGBTQ rights...and it looks like another state is taking a page out of our playbook. Arizona lawmakers have introduced the “Equality and Fairness for All Arizonans” bill. Equality Arizona Executive Director Michael Soto sat down with Boyd fresh off the press conference announcing the bill and talked about how balancing everyone's rights does not need to be a political fight. Boyd also looks at the words of President Dallin H. Oaks from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who gave a speech on the topic in December.
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Boyd's monologue looks at a key message of yesterday's National Prayer Breakfast and digs into what it really means to come together with those around you.
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Today, The House of Representatives passed the America COMPETES Act, which aims to give the U.S. a leg up economically on China. But now the hard part comes as lawmakers have to reconcile it with the Senate version. Boyd revisits a conversation he had with ABC News' Em Nguyen outlining where Democrats, Republicans, and business interests disagree on the legislation.
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It seems there is a lot of division in Washington today and a lot of discord around American kitchen tables. While sometimes it seems overblown, what do we do when there is real disagreement about the path forward? Bryan Stevenson, the founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative, gave the keynote speech at this year's National Prayer Breakfast, where he urged people of faith to stay close to one another and not be afraid to tackle the problems facing this country.
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While the eyes of the world are on the Beijing Olympics, the leaders of China and Russia also met up today to strengthen their relationship...and call out NATO and The West. What does this mean not only for the US but for the ongoing situation in Ukraine? Senator Mitt Romney sat down with The Washington Post yesterday and had some fascinating thoughts on the entire situation.
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Erin Rider has announced she's running as a Republican for Utah's 2nd Congressional District. She joins Boyd to talk about why she's throwing her hat into the ring and what she would do if elected.
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National Democrats are holding a messaging summit next week to bolster their communications strategy going into this year's midterm elections. And while the economy is the #1 issue for voters right now, it's not the party's main focus. Do they know something we don't? Or is it time for them to make a crucial pivot? Former Utah State Senator Scott Howell talked with Boyd about what Democrats are thinking.
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Congresswoman Liz Cheney and Congressman Adam Kinzinger were censured today during a meeting of the Republican National Committee here in Salt Lake City. Many commentators say this vote is a sign the party is throwing out anyone who disagrees with former President Donald Trump. But Utah Republican Party Chairman Carson Jorgensen talked with Boyd about what really went on behind the scenes and why he thinks the party is more big tent than it's given credit for.
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Muhammad Ali is now seen as an American icon. But he wasn't always so well regarded. Former New York Times sports reporter Robert Lipsyte, who knew and covered the champ, talks with Boyd about his new piece in The Nation outlining what really made Ali the greatest.
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How do you build community and connection? Maybe it's about inviting people to be part of a winning story.
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One of the most popular players on the University of Utah's football team in recent years is Britain Covey, who recently declared for the NFL Draft. And while he makes it look so easy on the field, it takes time, dedication, and leadership to get to where he is today. Britain joined Boyd to talk about his career, the challenges he's faced, and what he's learned along the way to Draft Day.
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It was a busy day for President Biden today: He announced that the leader of ISIS was killed during a raid in Syria, and he also addressed rising gun violence in the US during a speech at NYPD headquarters in New York City. Boyd looks at what the president said and the messages he is trying to communicate.
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What is really going on between Russia, Ukraine, and NATO? And will US troops be involved in another war? Utah Senator Mitt Romney sat down with The Washington Post just after he was briefed on the situation along the Ukrainian border. Boyd breaks down what he said about Russia, American influence, and why he believes President Biden was right to send US troops to the area even if war is unlikely.
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Many people are calling on Spotify to deplatform Joe Rogan for spreading "misinformation" about COVID-19 and vaccines on his podcast. Even the White House wants Big Tech to do more about misinformation and disinformation. But where are we getting it wrong in our conversations about this issue? And could the rush to do something about misinformation cause us to cut ourselves off from other legitimate points of view?
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What does it take for politicians to connect with the fast-growing Latino vote? Dr. Lisa Garcia Bedolla from the University of California at Berkeley talks with Boyd about where campaigns on the left and right are getting it wrong and what they could be doing better.
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The Republican National Committee is meeting in Salt Lake City. What does an inside source do when it needs an inside source? Longtime Washington, D.C. reporter John Gizzi joins Boyd to take us behind the scenes and talk about how the tensions today in the party are similar to those in the past.
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Boyd shares a leadership lesson he learned while coaching his brother's soccer team.
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Roll Call's Caroline Simon joins Boyd to talk about a new report showing thousands of Afghan evacuees are now in legal limbo and may not have a clear path to permanent residence. What is being done to fix the situation and provide some certainty to those who fled the Taliban?
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Eveyone is feeling inflation these days at the grocery store and the gas pump. But Alex Muresianu from The Tax Foundation chats with Boyd about how inflation could cause us to pay more in taxes this year.
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The Treasury Department says the national debt hit $30 trillion yesterday for the first time ever. But is that the actual number? Brian Riedl from The Manhattan Institute joins Boyd to discuss the real debt, how we got here, and how rising interest rates could make the problem worse.
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Boyd takes a look at the biggest stories in Washington today, from President Biden's Cancer Moonshot initiative to how Senator Luján's stroke will impact the Democrats' agenda.
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Lawmakers have proposed dozens of bills in recent years targeting Big Tech. But Wayne Brough from the R Street Institute has a new study showing how these kinds of bills would do more harm than good.
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Life seems so fast-paced now with cell phone notifications every second, last minute school projects, and constant emails. It has a lot of people yearning for the simple life, the life people led decades ago. But what if we're living the simple life right now? Don Boudreaux from George Mason University talks with Boyd about his new piece outlining how easy our lives actually are compared to previous generations.
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Happy Groundhog day. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow today predicting 6 more weeks of winter... but what he couldn't see was the thousands, maybe millions, more weeks Americans will be paying for government spending. Because today, America woke up to $30 trillion of national debt. Boyd looks at what this means and how will this impact our kids and their kids' future generations.
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Former NFL quarterback and current co-host of Unrivaled Scott Mitchell chats with Boyd about Tom Brady's retirement and what we can all learn from his example and his leadership abilities.
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From President Biden articulating what he wants in a Supreme Court nominee to Russian President Vladimir Putin striking out at the West over NATO to a Senate hearing on mental health. Boyd looks at the biggest headlines from Washington, D.C. and around the world.
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Tucked into the massive America COMPETES Act is a provision that could help ease some of America's immigration issues. Fiona Harrigan from Reason stops by Inside Sources to talk about what this would mean for entrepreneurs, start-ups, and STEM jobs, as well as what we should be thinking about when discussing immigration policy.
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Looking at social media today, it almost seems like we're headed for a national divorce or worse--civil war. But a new piece in The Guardian argues that America is much more peaceful than it seems.
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There has been a lot of focus in the last few years on Russian disinformation campaigns targeting the US. But what about China? Nick Monaco, the Director of China Research at Miburo Solutions, who also writes for the Miburo Substack, talked with Boyd about how China disseminates disinformation, why Americans should care, and how this all affects policies and people. Nick also gives some advice on how to spot disinformation when you're scrolling online.
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Fewer and fewer witnesses are testifying during Congressional hearings, making it more difficult for regular people's voices to be heard before lawmakers craft legislation. Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute co-wrote a new piece in The Washington Post outlining why that is bad for our democracy.
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It's only 17 days before Congress needs to pass a federal spending bill to avoid a government shutdown. (A crisis Inside Sources predicted a couple of months ago. But it's not the only thing on the must-do list in Washington, D.C. Politico's Katherine Tully-McManus chats with Boyd about what needs to be done and if it can be achieved.
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For his monologue, Boyd looks at the concepts of VUCA and SCSS leadership and what it means to truly possess intellect.
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What does Russian President Vladimir Putin hope to achieve by sending troops to the Ukrainian border? Dr. Leon Aron from the American Enterprise Institute discusses his fascinating new piece in The Hill urging us all to think of the situation and President Putin's aims like a judo match.
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If you've ever stepped inside a Greek Orthodox Church, it can take your breath away. Now, the insides of several of those churches across Utah are getting even prettier as they're painted with gorgeous, sacred images. Father Patrick O’Rourke, the assistant priest at the Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Salt Lake, spoke with Boyd about the symbolism behind these beautiful paintings, what they mean for the faith and the faithful, and how you can see them.
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Today would have been Jackie Robinson's 103rd birthday. The breaker of baseball's color barrier is an American icon. But he faced a lot of opposition in his day, as did boxer Muhammad Ali. Boyd looks at why the two men ended up transcending the bad press, why standing up for others is usually the right move, and whether there are any sports stars today who can be the next role models.
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Democrats are hoping to pass the America Competes Act to help ease the semiconductor shortage. But ABC News' Em Nguyen talks with Boyd about why the bill might be a tough sell on Capitol Hill.
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Over the weekend, Utah's Bureau of Land Management drove over and severely damaged a dinosaur track site in Moab while replacing a boardwalk. The incident has raised questions about how the Bureau makes these decisions and the lack of communication. Martin Lockley, a paleontologist and a professor emeritus at the University of Colorado Denver, and conservationist Jeremy Martin join Boyd to talk about what we could be doing better to preserve these priceless treasures.
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President Biden pledged to nominate a Black woman to the Supreme Court now that Justice Breyer is retiring. But should race and ethnicity of the nominee be the focus of the day, or are we losing the bigger picture and glossing over their qualifications and the content of their characters?
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The U.S. and Russia squared off at the U.N. over the rising tensions in Ukraine. What was the case the US made? Or is the military buildup a bluff?
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Boyd's monologue looks at how the political situation in China is leading many to turn off The Olympics, but why leaning in and engaging with others instead is the better route.
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It's become almost a truism in American politics in recent years: Don't trust the polls! And while it's tempting to write off pollsters because they have been so wrong over the past few election cycles, is there room for change? Trevor Smith from WPA Intelligence in D.C. talks with Boyd about the things pollsters could be doing better to get Americans to open up about what they're thinking and feeling.
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"Have No Regrets" or "Don't Dwell on Your Regrets" are common pieces of advice from old to young. But what if it's the wrong message? Boyd breaks down a piece in The Wall Street Journal urging us to reframe our regrets and use them as an opportunity for growth instead.
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Education has been a hot topic around the country recently. But what can the military teach us about how to make the system better? Boyd looks at a Ted Talk from a few years ago about how a mistake in manufacturing Air Force fighter jets blows a hole in the myth of the "average" student.
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin updated the country today about the situation in Ukraine. Boyd looks at what he said and why one of the Biden Administration's major goals has little to do with direct military action.
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Another candidate has put his hat into the ring in the race for US Senate: Kael Weston. He joined Boyd to talk about why he is running, why he believes there is room for a Democrat in the race, and why he thinks Utahns should vote for him.
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The Senate has recently been the place for a lot of partisanship and bickering. But a group of Senators is working together on a bill that would support Ukraine and put some sanctions on Russia if President Putin starts any military action. Politico reporter Andrew Desiderio talked with Boyd about what's going on behind the scenes in Washington, D.C.
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When people think of tax cuts, they often think of Red States. But, now, it looks like Democratic politicians in Blue States are getting ready to do some tax cutting of their own. Jared Walczak from The Tax Foundation joined Boyd to talk about why that is and what that means for the future of those states' economies.
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To round out Holocaust Remembrance Day, Boyd tells the true story of a German church who would sing loudly to drown out the cries of the people on their way to the concentration camps. Although the comparisons to the Holocaust are used too often in public life, the story brings up an important question: Are there times in our lives when we ignore injustices towards others?
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Earlier this week, Boyd chatted with Duke University psychologist Mark Leary and freelance writer Melody Warnick about the concepts of intellectual humility and bias. How are these two ideas intertwined and what can we learn from opening our ears and stepping outside our bubbles?
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In survey after survey, large majorities of minority and working class communities are coming out in favor of school choice, or the idea of giving parents tax money to help send kids to educational institutions outside the public school system. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) held a virtual roundtable on school choice yesterday, where he and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice talked about why that is. And for supporters of public schools, it raises important questions about what sorts of issues need to be addressed so parents have confidence in their local schools and teachers feel valued.
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A lot of folks feel the urge these days to make lawmakers hear their voices. But how do regular people get involved in the political process? Melissa Nelson-Stippich, the engagement director for the Better Utah Institute, chatted with Boyd about their latest Civic Engagement Toolkit. The online service helps educate people on the political process in Utah and how to get involved, even from the comfort of their own couch.
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Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer officially announced his retirement today with President Biden during a ceremony at The White House. What did he have to say and what does it mean for the future of the Court?
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Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day, the day the world stops and remembers the 6 million Jews and millions of others killed by the Nazis. It was on this day 77 years ago that the Auschwitz Concentration Camp was liberated. Rabbi Avremi Zippel from Chabad Lubavitch Utah talks with Boyd about the lessons we need to take away from this day and how to reach out to build bridges with those who are different from us.
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Boyd continues his conversation on The Other Side Village, a tiny home community planned for the homeless. The project has garnered a lot of support from many grassroots homeless service providers. Black Lives for Humanity Founder Ty Bellamy and the Other Side Academy CEO Tim Stay join Boyd for a wide ranging conversation about the project and how to help the chronically unhoused
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The Other Side Village, a tiny home community planned for the chronically unhoused, is awaiting final approval in Salt Lake City. Why has this project had so much buy-in from community members and the business community? Salt Lake Chamber CEO Derek Miller and Glendale Community Council Chair Turner Bitton join Boyd for a wide ranging conversation.
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Controversial podcast superstar Joe Rogan recently went viral with a speech on the value of working hard and putting in effort. Boyd's monologue looks at what he said and also what famed scientist Jonas Salk believed about work. The segment begins with a recap of Boyd's interview with Utah County Attorney David Leavitt's recent experience in Ukraine.
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Utah County Attorney David Leavitt was recently in Ukraine and met with its former President and First Lady. He called in from his hotel in Amsterdam to talk with Boyd about the situation on the ground as Ukraine prepares for a possible war with Russia, what Russian President Vladimir Putin really wants, and the patriotism of the Ukrainian people.
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When you hear the phrase "people experiencing homelessness", what pops into your mind? For many people, it's a very negative image. But The Road Home Executive Director Michelle Flynn sat down with Inside Sources to shine a light on who those folks really are, bust some myths about this misunderstood population, and talk about what we can do better to get more people into housing.
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Congress has been giving up more and more of its legislative authority to the president for years. But the real loser in all this could be you the taxpayer. Christian Britschgi from Reason Magazine chatted with Boyd about a transportation slush fund controlled by the White House that has blown through money on tons of dubious projects over the past 3 administrations.
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Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, 81, has announced she will seek reelection. This news comes on the heels of the Senate's oldest members, Chuck Grassley and Dianne Feinstein, who are both in their upper 80s, announcing their intent to run again. Though these lawmakers have been fixtures in Congress for years, Boyd argues that no politician is immune from voters wanting a change.
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Congressman Chris Stewart joins Inside Sources to give an update on the situation in Ukraine and what he'd like to see the Biden Administration do to solve the problems there.
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Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer announced today that he will retire at the end of this term. Judge Thomas Griffith, who served on President Biden's Supreme Court commission, looks back at Justice Breyer's career and who might replace him.
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It's no secret that America today is deeply polarized. So, what's the solution? Duke University Professor Mark Leary joins Boyd to talk about his research into intellectual humility that was recently featured by the John Templeton Foundation.
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For Boyd's monologue, he looks at the 1927 poem "Desiderata" by Max Ehrmann and how it can help us focus on what we want the most.
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Arizona Democrats censured Senator Kyrsten Sinema over the weekend because she doesn't want to change the filibuster rules. This comes on the heels of Republicans censuring several of their own lawmakers over differing views on former President Trump. The Washington Post's Henry Olsen stopped by Inside Sources to talk about his new column arguing that these purity tests are making governing difficult and turning off the independents the parties need to win.
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It seems like everyone is at everyone else's throats these days, whether over politics or what we're having for dinner. How do we repair what is going wrong in American life and within the democratic process specifically? Boyd looked at a new piece in Newsweek that argues that empathic listening will go a long way toward healing divides.
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Utah Senator Mitt Romney has joined several of his colleagues to oppose the Biden Administration rescinding waivers for some faith-based foster care providers. Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News stops by Inside Sources to break down the controversy.
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A lot of Democrats are itching to get rid of the filibuster to pass their legislative agenda. But the R Street Institute's James Wallner says there are lots of ways to pass your priorities with fewer than 60 votes without getting rid of the filibuster.
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In today's world we are constantly being bombarded with information from thousands of news sources. But how do you know which ones to believe? In her new piece for Y Magazine... freelance writer Melody Warnick talked with media experts to come up with a list of do's and do not's to help you navigate the news media successfully.
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President Biden is getting some bad press for calling a Fox News reporter a bad name. He's certainly not the first Commander in Chief to do this. But it raises important questions about who "owns" the First Amendment. Boyd argues that neither side has more of a claim on it, and that we the people need to hold both to account.
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Boyd encourages us to take time to be still so we can really see each other more deeply.
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A new framework created by the R Street Institute, Bipartisan Policy Center, AEI, and others that could make federal election reform possible. Matt Germer from the R Street Institute joins the show to discuss the proposed policies.
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Many lawmakers are concerned about the rise in the nation's debt and deficit spending. But how is Utah doing when it comes to managing state spending and debt? The office of the state auditor recently released its annual financial report of long-term liabilities. State Auditor John Dougall joins Inside Sources to tell us more about the report and the state of Utah's debt.
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Is the Russian buildup on the border of Ukraine Putin's way of testing how far he can push the Biden Administration? Boyd looks at the power dynamics, U.S. response, and lessons from history.
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The 'Utah Way' of working together on tough issues has long been considered a model for the rest of the nation. So, what are our local lawmakers doing right? Dan Bammes from KSL NewsRadio joins us to look at some of our biggest successes.
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The Supreme Court agreed to take up a case challenging affirmative action admission policies. RonNell Andersen Jones from the University of Utah College of Law joins us to break down the case and discuss the arguments being made.
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Last year, the Utah Suicide Crisis Hotline logged the highest number of calls in its history. Rachel Lucynski from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute chats with Boyd about what this says about our state's mental health landscape and how we're managing it.
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14 years ago, Ronald Fox found himself being sent to Ukraine on short notice to represent the White House and State Department after Russia invaded Georgia. All of this happened after the opening of the Beijing Olympics. Sound familiar? Ron Fox joins Boyd to discuss his experience and what we can learn.
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It's National Quitter's Day, the day when everyone gives up on their New Year's Resolutions. Boyd makes the case for why you shouldn't quit just yet and discusses the benefits of perseverance.
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with his Russian counterpart, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, in hopes to continue a diplomatic resolution and ease tension in Ukraine. Boyd chats about where we are in negotiations.
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Chef Andrew Gruel, founder and executive of Slapfish Restaurant, gave a fascinating interview on Fox News to talk about the problems with the supply chain. Boyd looks at what he said and what we can do about it.
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During his State of the State address Governor Cox had some advice for Utahans: don't give up on the idea of America. Boyd breaks down what this means and how we can apply it to some of the challenges our state is facing.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has released a new pamphlet to encourage better understanding between Muslims and Latter-Day Saints. Boyd breaks down a presentation given by Elders David A. Bednar and Gerrit W. Gong at the "Islamic World Today: Issues and Perspectives" conference at BYU. The model shared by the two apostles could become a pattern for fostering relationships between people who think, live, and believe differently from you.
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Congressional Democrats who are up for reelection this year want to break up President Biden's massive spending bill into smaller chunks. But progressive Democrats want to pursue a slimmed down version of BBB. The Washington Post's Marianna Sotomayor joined Boyd to break down the dynamics in the House and how their final decision could impact the midterms.
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Lawmakers have approved a tech-focused antitrust bill, moving it one step closer to full Senate consideration. It's intended to improve innovation and competition, but Shoshana Weissmann from the R Street Institute says it will actually do the opposite.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the best part of President Biden's inauguration ceremony last year: Amanda Gorman's reading of her poem, "The Hill We Climb".
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Utah Congressman Burgess Owens joined Inside Sources to look back at his first year in office, discuss what he has learned while representing Utah's 4th Congressional District in D.C., and give some insight into the Republican message going into the 2022 midterms. He also shared his thoughts on where Joe Biden has gotten it wrong during his first year as president.
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Facebook has rebranded to Meta and launched something they call the Metaverse. What's it all about and what does it mean for the regular person? Meta Policy Manager Diana Doukas stopped by Inside Sources to guide us all through it.
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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell held a press conference yesterday where he admitted that the Republicans have no platform going into the midterms--except running against President Biden's failures. Boyd looks at why that may not be a recipe for success.
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President Biden gave a major speech yesterday to mark one year in office and took several questions from reporters on everything from COVID-19 to Ukraine. The Washington Post's Olivier Knox joined Boyd to break down what was said and the political storylines that we should be looking for as we head into the midterms.
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Utah Congressman Blake Moore joined Inside Sources to take a look back at President Biden's time in office, and what he believes the president could be doing better. Congressman Moore also reflects on the lessons he's learned one year after his own swearing in.
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President Biden was inaugurated 1 year ago today with many hoping he would unify the country. Boyd looked back at the speech the president gave that day and how well he has fulfilled his promises. Boyd also discusses why the president's political future may not be as bleak as critics believe.
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Yesterday, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints spoke at BYU about the importance of forgiveness and faith in adversity. Boyd looks at his devotional and what we can learn from the story of one family who was tested.
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The cost of college has become astronomical for many people. President Biden promised to bring those costs under control and expand educational opportunities when he was campaigning. How's he doing on all of his promises a year into his presidency? Frederick Hess from the American Enterprise Institute has a new piece in The Dispatch outlining where the president has fallen down and what he could be doing better.
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The Senate is expected to vote on advancing the voting rights bill later tonight, but without the votes needed to ultimately pass the bill or change the Senate rules. What are Democrats hoping to accomplish? And is there a path forward involving collaboration with Republicans? Senator Mitt Romney joined Inside Sources to talk about what's really going on, the distrust in our elections process, and where Republicans and Democrats are working together.
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A new Gallup poll shows voters have made a major swing towards Republicans in the last year alone. What is behind the numbers? And what does it mean for the future of politics in America? ABC News analyst Sarah Isgur broke down the storylines we should be looking at when surveying America's new political landscape. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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With cleaner energy getting cheaper, how do we get it into the hands of more consumers? BYU Professor Ben Abbott was part of a group of researchers who looked at the new technologies. He talked with guest host Greg Skordas about what we could be doing better on the local, state, and federal level to bring green energy to people.
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As the 2022 Utah Legislative Session begins, what are the priorities of the majority party Republicans? Senate President Stuart Adams spoke with Inside Sources about infrastructure, COVID-19, tax cuts, and working with Democrats. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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State lawmakers have created a new commission to improve representation in Utah schools. It's called the Working Group on Diversity and Inclusion in Classrooms. Representative Sandra Hollins, one of the chairs of the commission, spoke to Inside Sources about why it was created and what their goals are. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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President Biden claims that Republicans are not coming to the table on voting rights. But in an appearance on Meet the Press on Sunday, Utah Senator Mitt Romney, who has become a key negotiator in D.C., says he has never been invited. Guest host Greg Skordas breaks down the interview that has people talking.
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Democrat and Republican lawmakers have already begun discussing another pandemic stimulus package. But is more spending necessary? Matt Weidinger from the American Enterprise Institute chatted with guest host Greg Skordas about his new piece arguing that we should first make sure we distribute the money we haven't used yet.
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Today marks the first day of the 2022 Utah Legislative Session. House Minority Leader Brian King joined Inside Sources to discuss his party's priorities and how they plan to get them passed with a Republican super majority. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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When you dial 9-1-1, you expect an ambulance or a police officer to respond quickly. But with technology changing so rapidly, how do we make sure first responders get notified of, and eventually respond to, emergency calls? Tara Thue with AT&T outlines the coming upgrades to the FirstNet system. Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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Utah has been at the forefront of post-secondary education with some of the best universities in the nation, as well as an openness to high school kids going into the trades. Kellie Openshaw with YouScience talked with guest host Marty Carpenter about the changes we need to make so our kids are enter the workforce with the best chance of success and with opportunities to pursue their interests.
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Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) made a forceful speech in defense of the filibuster yesterday, adding fueling those who oppose changes. What does the future of the filibuster look like with more and more senators expressing skepticism of President Biden's idea to scrap it? Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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When many people think of green energy, blue states often come to mind as the leaders in that field. However, Utah is no slouch in developing cleaner ways to power the planet. Weber State University President Brad Mortensen explains how they have become a force in developing geothermal energy. Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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The Great Salt Lake is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere and one of our state's icons. But over the years lake levels have been dropping, reaching record lows last year. Nick Schou with Western Resource Advocates talks with guest host Marty Carpenter about what can be done to preserve it.
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With the midterm elections approaching, all eyes are on the Senate races, which are shaping up to be very competitive across the country. Washington Post columnist David Byler sat down with Inside Sources to discuss what the maps say and what factors could drag candidates down. Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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The United States could take in tens of thousands of refugees in 2022, following a record low last year. While many people think we're making great strides in welcoming more refugees, could there be some issues that the US government needs to iron out? Danilo Zak from the National Immigration Forum in Washington, D.C. stopped by Inside Sources to talk about what's going right and what we could be doing better. Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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This week police investigated a bomb threat against the Black Cultural Center at the University of Utah. Even though it turned out to be a hoax, this isn't the first racist incident to be reported on campus in recent months. What is the University doing to move forward? University of Utah President Taylor Randall discussed how they're making a more welcoming community for all. Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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Dr. Mary Ann Villareal, Vice President for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at the University of Utah, joined Inside Sources to talk about an upcoming peaceful march in the streets of Salt Lake City to honor the civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Guest Hosts: Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti.
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Local lawmakers recently held a forum to discuss the drying Great Salt Lake, which recently saw its lowest levels on record. Utah's Speaker of the House Brad Wilson discussed the summit, as well as what solutions are being considered to help save this state icon and limit any damage to our air and water. Guest Hosts: Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti.
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As the debate on voting rights continues in our nation's capitol, what changes has Utah made to ensure more people have access to the ballot and more candidates have visibility? Stan Lockhart from the Lockhart Group discusses what Utah is getting right when it comes to election reforms and what conversations we should be having about this issue. Guest Hosts: Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti
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Access to free period products is almost nonexistent in many Utah schools. Mary Catherin Perry from the Policy Project, a local group who has started The Period Project campaign, talks with Inside Sources about why schools should be providing these products to girls in need. Guest Hosts: Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti
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The Point, a future high tech planned community being developed at the old prison site in Draper, will also feature an innovation district. Utah Representative Jefferson Moss chats with Inside Sources about what that is and how it will help Utahans across the state. Guest Hosts: Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti.
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Salt Lake City has submitted its bid to host the 2024 Republican National Convention. Former Governor Gary Herbert joined guest hosts Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti to discuss the selection process and how hosting the event would benefit Utah.
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Senator Lee joined Inside Sources to share his memories of the late Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, who was lying in the state at the US Capitol today. Guest Host: Maura Carabello
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A new report from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute shows just how bad the mental health crisis has become in our state. Institute CEO Dr. Mark Rapaport joined Inside Sources to talk about why that is and what people can do if they need help. Guest Host: Maura Carabello
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Many people are speculating that the CDC might update their guidance to recommend N95 masks. The Washington Post's Rachel Roubin gives Inside Sources all the details. Guest Host: Maura Carabello
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Some Utahns have distrust elections following what happened in 2020, with some floating a ballot initiative that would make big changes to the process if approved. Utah's former Elections Director Justin Lee chats with guest host Maura Carabello about voter fraud, how the state's elections are actually run, and why some of the proposed tweaks might be a step back.
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President Biden and Senator Mitt Romney are trading barbs about the importance of the filibuster. What did they say, and what is the future of the filibuster? Guest host Maura Carabello breaks it all down.
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Snowbird has been locally owned for over 50 years but is now facing some big challenges. How are they adjusting to climate change? And what are the future plans for the resort? General Manager and COO Dave Fields stops by Inside Sources to talk about it. Guest Host: Maura Carabello
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Even with all the snow we've been getting this winter, we are still in one of the worst droughts in Utah history. But what are the Utah Legislature, cities, and water districts doing to resolve the issue? Tage Flint with the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District gave guest host Maura Carabello the update.
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On days like today with so much smog, it's got a lot of people considering public transportation. But what does the future of the Utah Transit Authority look like? And what projects are coming down the pipeline that could increase transport options for the state, while helping to clean our air? Jay Fox, the brand new Executive Director of UTA, joined Inside Sources for his first ever interview. Guest Host: Maura Carabello
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Richard Nixon would have turned 108 last Sunday. A clip of an interview the former president gave decades ago is making the rounds on Twitter because of the advice he gave about the value of work.
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Pope Francis has become the latest high profile person to speak out against cancel culture. Does the Pope have a point? Or is the world trying to find a better way to bring more voices to the table? Greg dives into what he had to say as well as what other high profile individuals have said over the last year about the issue.
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Several planes were mysteriously grounded on the West Coast yesterday. The airlines want answers, while the FAA is not talking. ABC News' Alex Stone talks to Greg about what happened.
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A new poll shows close to 80% of Americans believe our society is in a state of decay. The pessimism cuts across political, race, and gender lines. Greg looks at the reasons behind the numbers, as well as the good things we should keep in mind.
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President Biden is speaking in Georgia today where he is expected to call for a significant change to the filibuster. Greg looks at his proposal and what other Senate Democrats and Independents have said on the issue.
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What should the US do as Russia causes problems in the Ukraine and Kazakhstan? Chris Miller from the American Enterprise Institute is encouraging the Biden Administration to rethink how to impose sanctions on Russia and take a more forceful posture following the first round of security talks between the two countries.
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Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill joins Inside Sources to give an update on a local case involving an extradition from Mexico. He also gives a layout of the changes we could see in the area of criminal justice reform in 2022.
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Lots of people get frustrated at how slowly Washington, D.C. can tackle a problem, including a new generation of Republicans, who have been advocating for more government action to implement the changes they want. But writer Tom Koenig has a new piece in The Dispatch arguing that the slow pace of getting a bill through is a feature, not a bug, of our political system. He joins guest host Greg Skordas to talk about it.
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Politicians regularly do interviews but often seem unprepared to answer basic questions. Sarah Isgur from the Dispatch and former campaign staffer joins Inside Sources to discuss why politicians don't do their homework and how that relates to the winter sport curling.
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According to the UN... more than 600,000 people have fled Afghanistan since January. And Utah is in the process of welcoming many of these refugees. How many? And how can we help? Pamela Atkinson from the State Refugee Advisory Board joins guest host John Huber to discuss Utah's current refugee situation.
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A new report by the Washington Post found that more than 1,700 congressmen owned slaves throughout U.S. history, and these slaveholders continued to serve in Congress well into the 20th century. Reporter Julie Zauzmer Weil chats with Inside Sources about how these legislators shaped the laws and trajectory of the United States.
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Andrea Martinez... the first Latina United States Attorney for the District of Utah... chats with guest host John Huber about the threat of business fraud and how we can combat it.
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Last year... cyberattacks in Utah were on the rise... costing businesses millions of dollars. Dennis Rice... the special agent in charge of the Salt Lake City Field Office... joined Inside Sources to discuss the cyber and trade security threats facing Utah businesses and how to protect ourselves.
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Salt Lake City has made a significant amount of progress in creating a good environment for businesses and in the fight against crime, rounding out 2021 with a drop in overall crime. Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall joins us on the line to talk about how to keep the momentum going in 2022.
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With the Omicron variant disrupting the supply chain... how is this impacting Utah businesses? And what do these businesses need to do to compete on the world stage? Miles Hanses.. CEO and President of World Trade Center Utah joins guest host John Huber to discuss how international events are impacting Utah business.
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Boyd's monologue looks at why what happened on January 7, 2021 is so much more important than the events of January 6th.
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Boyd wraps up the week by looking at some of the major headlines in public relations, including the latest on the CDC trying to get everyone on the same page when it comes COVID-19 and the recent changes in Vice President Kamala Harris' communications staff.
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Republican Jason Preston has thrown his hat into the ring for Utah's 3rd Congressional District. He talked with Boyd about what inspired him to run and why a return to federalism would be better for the country.
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Politicians often promise to save the world with a single stroke of a pen. But instead of large projects, would they be better off fixing smaller problems instead? Steve Greenhut stopped by Inside Sources to talk about his interesting new piece in Reason arguing that politicians' time would be better spent if instead if they focused on the essentials.
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New Year's Resolutions. Dryanuary. So many people make promises to do better in the new year but end up falling flat. But how can we develop the good habits that will stick and ditch the bad ones? Cassie Gordon with the Huntsman Mental Health Institute sat down with Inside Sources to give us some tips.
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The pandemic has upended the way we live and work, with more people doing their jobs from home and moving out of expensive cities. Jared Walczak from The Tax Foundation joined Boyd to talk about his new report outlining what changes states need to make to ensure their tax structures stay competitive in the future.
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Presidents both well known and rarely considered have had a major influence on American life today. How did what happened during Jimmy Carter, Warren G. Harding, FDR, and Ronald Reagan's presidencies affect what you drive and buy, as well as how you think about taxes? Former tech CEO Ron Gruner talked with Inside Sources about his new book, "We The Presidents: How American Presidents Shaped the Last Century", profiling all the men who've served from 1921-2020.
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Boyd's monologue looks at what happens in politics and in life when we try to be busy instead of moving the ball forward.
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Both right and left have ideas on how to fix the electoral process in the USA...but what if they're both wrong? Yuval Levin from the American Enterprise Institute joined Boyd to talk about his new piece in The New York Times outlining what we should be focusing on instead.
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Boyd gives his thoughts on the events of January 6, 2021 and points us to the underreported stories we should be focusing on.
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It sometimes seems like there are more COVID-19 vaccines available than people who will take them. But last year, wealthy countries bought about 70% of those vaccines, while less than 1% went to poor nations. Professor Prashant Yadav from the Center for Global Development talked with Boyd about how to fix the global supply chains and break down barriers to give more people access to the shots they need.
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Ginger Chinn from The Salt Lake Chamber joined Boyd to give a preview of the upcoming Utah Legislative session and discussed the bills important to Utah's business community.
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There are some critical conversations coming up around The Other Side Village, a planned tiny home community in Salt Lake City for the chronically unhoused. Joseph Grenny from The Other Side Academy stopped by Inside Sources to give us an update.
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There is growing distrust in the electoral process following the events of January 6th. David Levine from the Alliance For Securing Democracy joined Boyd to talk about how we can both secure our elections and restore public confidence in them.
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President Biden spoke about the events of January 6, 2021 at National Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol today. Boyd looks at his speech, where he went wrong in his communications strategy, and why fighting the last war is never a great idea. Boyd also points out some good things in both the president and Vice President Harris's remarks, as well as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's.
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With everything that is going on in the country today, Boyd's monologue looks at the need to give your friends, neighbors, political opponents, and yourself a little grace.
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More and more independent content creators are shaking up Hollywood by financing and distributing and their own shows to audiences around the world. Neal Harmon from Utah-based Angel Studios stopped by Inside Sources to talk about a huge amount of money they just raised, which will help bring more crowdfunded and independent shows like The Chosen to the masses.
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In the ongoing discussion of criminal justice reform, the effect of incarceration of the families left behind is often not talked about. Chris Bates from The Orrin G. Hatch Foundation joined Boyd to discuss his new report advocating for family-centered solutions instead. They also talk about how strengthening families can help reduce recidivism and crime overall.
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The reverberations from what happened on January 6, 2021 are still being felt in the halls of the US Capitol almost a year later. Congressman John Curtis talked with Boyd about the negative changes he's seen in D.C. and beyond since the riot and what needs to be done both to heal society and get Congress working together again.
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Social media is full of people "owning" the other side by pointing to political talking points. But Boyd argues that, many times, this focus on a good statistic obscures the whole picture.
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Politicians and social media influencers often justify censoring what they believe is "misinformation" by arguing that you cannot yell "Fire!" in a crowded theatre. But Jeff Kosseff, a cybersecurity-law professor at the United States Naval Academy, joins Boyd to discuss his new piece in The Atlantic picking apart that argument. They also talk about why letting the government determine what we can say has serious implications for free speech.
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Many people these days bond over politics. But what if, instead, you sat down to a meal with interesting people from different backgrounds instead?
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Comedian Sarah Silverman gave some interesting advice on her podcast after a caller asked her about how to handle a delicate religious question. Her answer explains why you should stay curious and love others, while leaning into the hard queries in life.*
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There are some jaw dropping new numbers from The Bureau of Labor Statistics today: 4.5 million Americans quit their jobs in November, the most since December 2000. ABC News correspondent Elizabeth Schulze talked with Boyd about why so many Americans are turning in their door badges.
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Where did President Biden's Build Back Better bill stumble when it came to childcare? And what should lawmakers be doing if they want to help families afford ever increasing prices? Patrick T. Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Center sat down with Inside Sources to talk about how putting people first and not disenfranchising religious daycares could go a long way towards improving things.
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Many political analysts are puzzled about why Democrats failed to pass the Build Back Better social spending bill, especially as some of the key components are popular in the polls. But are politicos and politicians misreading the room? The American Enterprise Institute's Ryan Streeter joined Inside Sources to talk about his new piece in The Dispatch on the "ideological heartland" of America, what matters to regular people, and how the progressive and conservative movements' priorities have changed.
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Former Senator Harry Reid changed what it meant to be a majority leader in the Senate. Boyd talks about how Reid's changes are still influencing Congress today, including the current debate on Senate rules led by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has warned that Democrats will debate a change to the Senate rules if Republicans use the filibuster to block their voting rights bill. Republicans made the same threats in 2017 when Democrats blocked their judge nominees. Boyd breaks down what changes are being considered, how this would impact Congress, and why lawmakers are constantly flip flopping when it comes to the rules.
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Millennials and Gen Z are often called socialists, especially by Baby Boomers. But that label often isn't accurate and doesn't reflect how young people actually think the economy should be structured. Guest host Ethan Millard looks at a fascinating piece that was just published for the free market American Institute for Economic Research that outlines what young people's priorities really are.
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ABC News's Alex Stone joined guest host Ethan Millard to discuss the heat the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is taking over its decision to let asymptomatic positive COVID-19 patients to return to work after five days of isolation, even if they don't get retested. Meanwhile, airlines are dealing with Omicron-related staff shortages and bad weather, leading to thousands of canceled flights.
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The pandemic and the restrictions around the pandemic have caused a lot of anger and frustration...and sometimes people have been taking their rage out on healthcare workers. Utah State Rep. Robert Spendlove stopped by Inside Sources to discuss his new bill that would increase the penalties if someone attacks our nurses, doctors, and frontline heroes. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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The Washington Post has launched a map showing the changing Congressional districts going into 2021. Reporter Adrian Blanco sat down with Inside Sources about what we can expect in Utah and across the country as the maps are finalized. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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Utah ranked in the Top 10 again on The Tax Foundation's 2022 State Business Tax Climate Index. Co-author James Walczak talked with guest host Ethan Millard about why Utah is doing so well and what other states can learn from us.
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Inside Sources looks back at the life of former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), who passed away yesterday from pancreatic cancer. Senator Reid spoke with Boyd Matheson about the lamentable state of the US government last year, while former Senate staffer James Wallner previously argued on Inside Sources that Republicans were better lawmakers when they had Reid as a foil. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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2021 was a challenging year for many people. But guest host Greg Skordas talks about why he is optimistic that better times are ahead in 2022.
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There was a huge announcement today from a top BYU Football player. This coming days before the Utes take the field against Ohio State University in The Rose Bowl. KSL NewsRadio's Mitch Harper joined guest host Greg Skordas to talk all about the latest news in college football.
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From voting rights to the filibuster, there is a lot Democrats want to tackle in 2022. Inside Sources sat down recently with Washington Post columnist Greg Sargant to talk about what the party wants to get done and some of the roadblocks that might get in their way. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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Guest host Greg Skordas takes a look at the important stories that flew under the radar (but were covered on Inside Sources) in 2021.
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Could Utah get a new flag? Should we get one? State Representative Stephen Handy joined Inside Sources to talk about the benefits of ditching what we have and getting something new. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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Facebook and other Big Tech platforms have come under fire in recent years from both the left and right, accused of everything from censoring information to harming young girls' self-image. There have even been hearings on Capitol Hill recently on how to best regulate Big Tech. But James Czerniawski with Americans for Prosperity argues that the free market actually has the best solutions for the problems with internet giants like Amazon and Instagram: let platforms die and other companies take their place. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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Guest host Greg Skordas rounds out the show by taking a look at the major legal and legislative battles we can expect in 2022.
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Inside Sources guest host Greg Skordas looks back at the major legal cases of 2021--from Derek Chauvin and Kyle Rittenhouse to the January 6th rioters and more--and talks about what happened and what they mean for you.
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Could we solve the labor shortage and make a difference for former inmates at the same time? Utah County Attorney David Leavitt joins Greg Skordas to talk about why employers should consider non-violent parolees and former inmates for jobs.
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Vice President Kamala Harris believes she needs to get out of Washington, D.C. and help sell the Democrats' agenda to regular Americans where they live and work. Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) now says the Senate needs to do more deliberating and negotiating of bills in front of the American people. It sounds like the advice Inside Sources has been giving out for awhile. Guest host Greg Skordas talks about why openness and talking with people one-on-one is good for all political parties and voters.
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As the US and Iran negotiate a new nuclear deal in Vienna, Iran is becoming increasingly authoritarian against its citizens. Nicholas Carl with the Critical Threats Project sat down with Inside Sources to give us the latest on the negotiations, what's happening in Iran and why, and what the United States can do to help regular Iranians. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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How can anyone be lead out of darkness? Maybe we all need to become a lantern to others.
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Joseph Grenny from The Other Side Academy talks with Boyd about the latest updates on the Other Side Village, a planned tiny home community for the chronically unhoused. He also discusses some of the factors that lead to homelessness, and what we can be doing better as a community to help those in need.
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People are lining up to help others through The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Light the World vending machines. Mary Richards with The Church News looks at the numbers and talks about why so many people are in a giving mood this year.
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What should our tax code look like? Following the spat between Elon Musk and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) posed some interesting thoughts on Twitter, highlighting the questions we should be asking before we try and change who and what is taxed.
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Santa has his naughty and nice list...and so does Inside Sources. Boyd and producer Kelli Pierce look at who should get a puppy this Christmas...and who needs a lump of coal.
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President Biden held a roundtable with the trucking industry heads and others on how to iron out issues in the supply chain. Boyd dives into what they had to say, and whether or not it will help solve bottlenecks.
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Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) joins Inside Sources to talk about his first year on Capitol Hill, showboating politicians, and what can be done to make Congress function again.
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There are those on the right who argue that the midterms are in the bag for the GOP...while others on the left swear that President Biden's agenda is popular with just about everyone. But what if the political reality is a lot more complex? Boyd looks at the latest list of 100 facts from pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson as we head into the midterms.
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Boyd's monologue looks at an interesting chart Elon Musk posted to Twitter, spelling out the different types of biases people have. What can we learn about how to counter the bias in our own life?
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The Church News Editor Sarah Jane Weaver stops by Inside Sources to talk about some of the biggest religion stories this year, from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announcing a new initiative with the NAACP to President Dallin H. Oaks' talk on religious liberty in Rome, Italy.
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President Biden gave a major speech to the country, outlining how his administration will address the COVID-19 omicron variant. Boyd looks at the president's plans and how they might help end the pandemic.
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While 2021 has been a challenge for many, could some good come out of the pandemic? Boyd sat down with Congressman John Curtis (R-UT) to look back at this tumultuous year in politics and the silver lining he sees as America heads into 2022.
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Fentanyl has become the #1 killer for Americans ages 18-45 over the past couple of years. Rebecca Hyde from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute talks about why that is and what we can do to help those struggling with addiction.
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Boyd pays tribute to Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA), who passed away recently, and discusses what we can all learn from his life.
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Aid workers and diplomats are pleading with The Biden Administration to ease up on sanctions and get more money flowing to Afghanistan, as millions are faced with hunger and poverty. Washington Post senior national security reporter Karen DeYoung talks with Boyd about what is delaying the aid.
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The US is often looked to as the beacon of freedom in the world. But what if other countries are actually freer? Ian Vasquez with The Cato Institute talks with Inside Sources about where the US falls in their annual "Freedom Index", how we could do better, and why the world itself is getting less free.
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Two beloved Christmas classics are celebrating an anniversary: The movie "It's A Wonderful Life" debuted 75 years ago today, while the book "A Christmas Carol" hit the shelves 178 years ago yesterday. Boyd's monologue looks at some interesting facts around these perennial favorites and the messages we'd do well to remember today.
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To round out the breakup of the breakdown of Build Back Better, Boyd looks at the war of words between The White House and Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) and if there is a path forward for Democrats.
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Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) had some harsh words for his colleague Senator Joe Manchin, after the West Virginia Democrat pulled his support for the Build Back Better bill. Then, Senator Manchin fired back at his critics. But buried in all the noise is a principle that both Senators, as well as Boyd, agree on: the importance of holding a public vote on important pieces of legislation.
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The pundits say progressives should have expected Senator Manchin to tank the Build Back Better bill. But was it really that obvious? Inside Sources recently sat down with Washington Post Columnist Greg Sargant about progressives' frustrations with Senator Manchin and the prospect for future legislative priorities to pass.
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What industries are doing well in Utah? And which lines of work still haven't recovered from the pandemic? Salt Lake Chamber President and CEO Derek Miller joins Inside Sources to talk about the latest Road to Recovery Dashboard.
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Senator Joe Manchin may have put the final nail in the coffin for President Joe Biden's Build Back Better bill. While the White House is calling it an "inexcusable reversal", Boyd looks at what really happened.
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Elon Musk and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) got into a Twitter spat over taxes. But what does the argument reveal about who pays what and how the rich actually make economic decisions? Liz Wolfe from Reason Magazine joins Boyd to talk about her new piece breaking through the noise and getting to the questions we should be asking.
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Boyd's monologue looks at what we must do to counter cronyism, including how we interact with others.
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President Biden gave the commencement address at South Carolina State University today, an historically Black college. He was introduced by House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn (D-SC), an alumnus whose help turned his 2020 campaign around. While both men touched on some very political topics, they also had some very good advice for the graduates.
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Nick Huey stops by Inside Sources to talk about why he is running against fellow Republican and current incumbent Burgess Owens for Utah's 4th Congressional seat, his platform, and what he would do if he won.
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Deseret News reporter Mya Jaradat joins Boyd to discuss her new piece showing why, despite rising secularism, America is a very religious place.
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Left is right and right is left in today's political world. Our two political parties have become increasingly unfamiliar to those who knew them 30 or 40 years ago. They've switched places... constituencies... and priorities. Policy Director at the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation Sam Lyman chats with Boyd about his new piece in Newsweek detailing what's going on and why.
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Boyd's monologue discusses the wonderful experience he had as 46 new citizens were sworn in today. What can we learn from the life and perspectives of these new Americans?
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President Russell M. Nelson from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released his Christmas message urging everyone to be more Christ-like. Meanwhile, Pope Francis spoke about the value of silence. What can we learn from their words that can enhance our own lives?
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President Biden handed out 3 Medals of Honors today, as well as a posthumous Congressional Gold Medal to a Utahn to who died in the attack at the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan earlier this year. Boyd looks at the speech the president gave and discusses how we should all pay tribute to those who sacrificed so much for others.
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The Build Back Better bill and subsidized childcare were huge priorities for Democrats, but it looks like those ideas have been shelved for now. Why? Boyd looks at what happens when political leaders ignore the details and don't get everyone on the same page.
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The Fed says it will start tapering and raising interest rates next year. But what does that mean for you? State Representative Robert Spendlove, who is also an economist with Zions Bank, breaks down how the Fed's actions will impact every day Americans.
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Rising grocery prices. Paying more for your Christmas presents. Inflation. It seems we're all getting hit by higher costs these days...and politicians in Washington are promising every day to put an end to it. But is there something they could be doing now to lower our prices? Alex Muresianu from The Tax Foundation joins Boyd to talk about why he thinks President Biden should get rid of President Trump's tariffs.
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Democrats are pivoting from President Biden's big social spending bill to try and pass voting rights legislation, following unfruitful talks with Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV). But are Democrats making the same strategic mistakes with these bills as they did with Build Back Better? Washington Post columnist Henry Olsen sat down with Inside Sources about the problems Democrats are facing, as well as the pressures Senator Manchin is under.
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There's been a major update to the General Handbook of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Sarah Jane Weaver from The Church News chats with Boyd about some of the changes, including a call to treat each other better online.
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Ally Isom, former Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Gary Herbert and spokesperson for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has thrown her hat in the ring for US Senate. She stops by Inside Sources to talk about the campaign, what she's hearing from voters, and why she's running for the seat.
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There is a lot of pressure on Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) these days. Boyd looks at the situation the Senator finds himself in, who is trying to sway his vote, and some interesting comments from former Senator Joe Liebermann (I-CT) about how hard it is to oppose your party on a major issue.
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President Biden is changing his communication tactics and pitching the Build Back Better bill on some local TV stations in Ohio and South Carolina. Boyd discusses what he did right and where he can improve.
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We often take for granted our right to freely practice our religion in the United States. But this right is increasingly coming under attack all over the globe. So how can we protect it? Why should we protect it? Yesterday, President Dallin H. Oaks of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints spoke at Sapienza University in Rome about the benefits of religious freedom. Boyd looks at what he said and why it matters.
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America has a lot of problems... from polarization to violence to an ever growing, intrusive government. Boyd chats about why it's time to stand down, assess what went wrong, and discuss how we can move forward better than we were before.
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Personal care assistants (PCAs) do a lot for people with disabilities. But if a parent needs help changing a diaper or making their kid a sandwich...federal and state regulations say those same PCAs can't do that. Dr. Robyn Powell from Stetson University College of Law joins Boyd to talk about the rules that get in the way of helping parents with disabilities and what needs to change.
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Boyd looks at the latest news coming out of D.C. including today's vote on the debt limit and Build Back Better negotiations.
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Rabbi Avremi Zippel speaks with Boyd about a new mental health professionals program he is launching to help members of the Jewish community.
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The G7 has warned Russia of "massive consequences and severe cost" if it attacks Ukraine. Boyd looks at what this means and how the U.S. is responding.
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From drought to wildfires to a shrinking Great Salt Lake, Utah has some big problems to solve. President of Utah State University Noelle Cockett joined Boyd to talk about how her school is helping provide answers to some of these issues.
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Democrats in Congress are looking to pass their Build Back Better bill but first they must get the Senate Parliamentarian to sign off on their plans. James Wallner from the R Street Institute breaks down the role of the Parliamentarian and why she's the key to this bill passing.
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President Biden's Supreme Court Commission released their final report on the third branch of government. Former Judge Thomas Griffith, who recently retired from the D.C. Circuit, served on the commission, and he joined Boyd to talk about his experience as well as some of their proposals.
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Boyd's monologue urges everyone to become a person of value to others instead of trying to constantly compete with them.
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President Biden hosted the Summit for Democracy last week to help countries around the world oppose authoritarians. While holding a summit of governments is great, should we be focusing on building community and connection instead? Laura Thornton from the Alliance for Securing Democracy at the German Marshall Fund spoke with Boyd about the advantages of building democracy from the ground up, as well as what America can learn from other countries.
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KSL NewsRadio reporter Paul Nelson stops by Inside Sources to update us on Utah's bid to host another Olympics.
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The overall Hispanic vote has leaned Democratic in recent years. But in 2020 and 2021, their support for Republican candidates across the country grew. Added to that, a new Wall Street Journal poll has Democrats panicked. But Boyd revisits conversations with Republican strategists Luis Alvarado and Jeff Roe showing that this voting bloc--and many others--are winnable if candidates have the right message.
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Boyd looks at the Build Back Better bill, it's recent CBO score, and the chances of it being passed as is.
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With Russian troops inching closer to the Ukrainian border, what is the international community doing to avoid war? Miles Hansen from World Trade Center Utah joins Boyd to talk about the tense situation.
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With the departure of Chris Wallace from Fox News and a parting shot at partisanship by retiring NBC News anchor Brian Williams, Boyd looks at the changing face of journalism and whether we're losing something in our reportage.
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The numbers are in, and the Build Back Better bill will cost A LOT more than the Democrats predicted. Eric Boehm with Reason Magazine joins Boyd to talk about why that is and the political pressure Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) is under.
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Boyd's monologue looks at democracy in the United States and how to answer the question, "Neighbor, how stands the union?"
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President Biden has been hosting his Summit for Democracy over the past two days, talking to diplomats from around the world about how to counter authoritarian regimes. Boyd looks at what the President said about the progress being made and the state of democracy today.
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It's common for the President and his administration to complain about press coverage. Former President Trump did so all the time. But now President Biden's staff is blaming the media for his low approval ratings. Is there something to these accusations? Or could the President be doing something better to communicate his message?
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There is a big conference being held at Calvary Baptist Church in Salt Lake City this weekend to come up with ways to stop bullying, following the death of Izzy Tichenor. Utah State Representative Sandra Hollins spoke with Boyd about the Bullying Stops Here event, the problem of racism, and why bringing our unique selves to the table should be celebrated.
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A unique Christmas shop is popping up at University Mall in Orem this weekend. Calvin Barnum and Samuel Havili from American Fork High School join Boyd to talk about it.
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The military could lose 10s of thousands of active duty members because of the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The Washington Post's Alex Horton sat down with Inside Sources about what is going on, why the top brass wants a mandate, and what other problems the military may have to deal with if they lose that many people. Boyd also discusses the principle of why hyper focusing on one problem can blind you to others.
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Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) helped spearhead a vote on President Biden's vaccine mandate, getting his colleagues to go on the record on the #1 issue for voters. It's a tactic that Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) championed during her first political run. But regardless of who supports what, Boyd argues that votes on important issues need to take place in public.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the life and legacy of Bob Dole, as well as some wonderful takeaways from his funeral.
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Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) has lit up the internet with his comments about how often certain Republicans actually voted for President Trump's agenda. The rant touches on a lot of important topics, including separating fact from fiction. But it also raises an interesting issue: Many people who identify with a political party do not support its stars or the more extreme points of its platform.
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The filibuster has been blamed in recent months for the logjams in Congress. But strategist Mike Connolly argues in a new piece in The Federalist that the filibuster is the key to a functioning democracy, and that politicians have no one to blame but themselves for all the Congressional chaos.
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It seems like Congress always waits until the last minute and then always raises the debt ceiling, no matter which party is in power and how much we're spending. It's got people wondering why we have something that seems so useless? Boyd sat down with Haley Byrd Wilt from The Dispatch to ask that very question. They also discuss how politicians use the debt ceiling as a cudgel against the other party.
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A new history exhibit is opening at Trolley Square in Salt Lake City tomorrow. It's called "They Shaped Utah." Founder and creator of the exhibit Khosrow Semnani talks with Boyd about the significance of the project.
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Many political analysts have already written off President Biden's electoral chances in 2024. But The Washington Post's Karen Tumulty chats with Boyd about her new column arguing that, if history is any guide, all the pundits could be in for a surprise.
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Washington is turning out for the funeral of former Senator Bob Dole who lay in state today at the Capitol. Boyd looks at some of the highlights including some speeches made by some surprising individuals.
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Elon Musk has the internet abuzz again with his comments on subsidies, big government, and the birth rate, some of which are the complete opposite of what he has advocated for in recent years. Tim Carney from The Washington Examiner joins Boyd to discuss what Elon Musk got right when it comes to these issues.
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Boyd looks at the idea of happiness in the workplace. How do people find it? What does it look like? Does everyone need to be the CEO? And can temporary struggles in your job lead to happiness in the end?
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The pandemic has wreaked havoc on many people's livelihoods. But many people have stepped up to help others out during this trying time. Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall talked with Boyd about a couple of programs that have successfully bridged the gap for those in need.
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Prince Harry has been raked over the coals online for encouraging people to leave their jobs if they are unhappy. But that raises the question of what happiness in work looks like. Former Utah Congresswoman Mia Love chats with Boyd about an important lesson from her father about finding value in every job.
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Gen Z is dropping out of political parties. Why is that, where do they stand on the political spectrum, and how can the parties win them back? Professor Sam Abrams from Sarah Lawrence College and the American Enterprise Institute joins Boyd to talk about his latest research.
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Congress has an agreement to raise the debt ceiling through next year's elections. Boyd looks at the procedure lawmakers have come up with to avoid debating the debt limit and discusses why it's a problem that our leaders are making these deals behind closed doors instead of in front of the American people.
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When most people think of "The Holiday Season", they think of Christmas, Hanukkah, and Thanksgiving. But this time of year is important to Buddhists, too, who celebrate Bodhi Day. The Reverend Dr. Carmela Javellana from the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple joins Boyd to talk about the holiday and why it matters to the members of that faith.
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The US Surgeon General released a report showing the terrible toll the pandemic has taken on kids' mental health. Clinical Mental Health Counselor Jenny Howe talked with Boyd about how to reestablish the societal connections children need in order to be healthier inside and out.
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FDR's speech about December 7th, 1941 being a day which will "live in infamy" have become iconic in America. But did you know that he was NOT the first Roosevelt to address the nation on that tumultuous day? Guest host Ethan Millard plays highlights from her broadcast 80 years ago today.
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Scrolling through Instagram during Christmastime can really get people down. Jessica Holzbauer from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute has some ideas on how to have mentally healthier holidays and reminds us that social media is not the same as social connection. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox released his budget today, but how will the Legislature respond? Senate President Stuart Adams sat down with Inside Sources to talk about what he likes and what he'd like to see Utah do with the one-time money we received from the federal government. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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There has been a lot of talk about the U.S. not sending diplomats to the Olympics in Beijing. But there has been less focus on something equally, if not more important: Xi Jinping's future as head of the communist nation. Ian Johnson with the Council on Foreign Relations talks about how Xi has consolidated power, how the public views him, and how long he might lead. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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If Roe vs. Wade is overturned, should we rethink our social safety nets for women and children? Patrick Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Institute believes this conversation is overdue, regardless of what's happening at the Supreme Court. Inside Sources guest host Ethan Millard analyzes some of his comments.
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COP26 was a disappointment for activists, who were hoping for a global deal to fight climate change. But Josiah Neeley with the R Street Institute argues that grand international schemes aren't needed. He joins Inside Sources guest host Ethan Millard to talk about how consumers are making greener choices on their own and reducing emissions faster.
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Mike Rose, a civilian survivor of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, joined Inside Sources to talk about his fascinating life story, what he did that day, and what it was like hearing the bombs drop so close to his house. He also discusses the history surrounding this important day. Plus, Beau Burgess, the Director and Historical Collections Curator of the Fort Douglas Military Museum, talked about how Utahns can honor those who died 80 years ago. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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Guest hosts Aimee Winder Newton and Dave Noriega close out the show by discussing how Utah should spend its $614 million surplus--and they have some very different views on how that should happen!
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Guest hosts Aimee Winder Newton and Dave Noriega talk about the economy, inflation, and how to get women back into the workforce.
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Grocery bills are going up, the jobs report was a miss, and now banks are not lending as much as they used to. Why? Boyd continues the conversation with State Rep. Robert Spendlove, who is also an economist at Zions Bank, about the factors causing instability in the market. Guest Hosts: Aimee Winder Newton and Dave Noriega
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The latest jobs report came in well below expectations. Boyd talked with Utah State Rep. Robert Spendlove, who is also an economist at Zions Bank, about who is NOT returning to the workforce in this pandemic economy and why. Guest Hosts: Aimee Winder Newton and Dave Noriega
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Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson is upset with Republicans on the county council, who are proposing a $180,000 budget trim. What's going on? Guest host Aimee Winder Newton... who's on the council...sheds some light on the issues at play.
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Senator and former Republican presidential candidate Bob Dole passed away over the weekend at age 98. Reagan Administration official Lew Cramer joined Inside Sources to remember the life and legacy of his friend. Guest Hosts: Dave Noriega and Aimee Winder Newton
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Boyd chatted with former Senator Jeff Flake, who gave his last interview to Inside Sources before he's sworn in tomorrow as Ambassador to Turkey. They talk about what he can bring to the role, what values he hopes to share with the people of Turkey, as well as the state of politics right now.
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As we continue to celebrate Hanukkah and look forward to gathering with loved ones for Christmas, Boyd asks what you are doing to spark a fire of goodness in others.
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What is the power of a small act of kindness? Author John Starley Allen has a new book profiling how being kind has made a difference in the lives of people famous and not so well known. He joins Boyd to talk about "A Splash of Kindness: The Ripple Effect of Compassion, Courage, and Character".
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So many are so invested in "Team Blue" or "Team Red" that political discourse is becoming really bad, whether it's in Washington, D.C. or around the family dinner table. Steven Greenhut from the R Street Institute talks with Boyd about where we're going awry, what we can be doing better, and the benefits of principles and curiosity.
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Medicare for All is a cornerstone of the progressive agenda and has been a huge part of the national healthcare conversation recently. But did you know that after all this time the Medicare for All bill itself is not fully written? Brian Riedl from The Manhattan Institute joins Boyd to talk about why that is and why this is not unheard of in Washington, D.C.
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Congressman Burgess Owens sat down with Boyd to talk about The Child Rescue Act, a bill he is co-sponsoring to fight child exploitation and trafficking.
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It's coming down to the wire to pass several measures in Congress and the government is on the brink of a shutdown.... again. Boyd looks at why this consistently happens and what the solution could be.
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President Biden has announced new measures to fight COVID-19 during the winter months, including one that both the left and the right believe would be good for the country. Boyd breaks down the different parts of the administration's strategy.
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President Biden would like to beef up the IRS to go after tax cheats. But Eric Boehm from Reason Magazine argues that the agency doesn't have the best track record when it comes to protecting people's rights. He talked with Boyd about the potential for abuse if the IRS is given more power.
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We've all heard of Black Friday and Giving Tuesday. But do you know about Forgiving Wednesday? Boyd's monologue looks at the power of forgiveness and how it can change your life now.
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Actor Matthew McConaughey recently announced that he will NOT be running for Governor of Texas. But he posted a video on Twitter discussing the true meaning of service. Boyd looks at his comments and what we can all learn from them.
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Continuing the conversation with Chris Stirewalt of The Dispatch, what are the downsides of the cult of personality surrounding some politicians? And how will COVID-19 be a factor in the upcoming elections? Chris and Boyd also discuss what Republicans and Democrats need to do in terms of messaging and fielding candidates to pull off a midterm win.
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It's a foregone conclusion among many political analysts that Republicans will win the next election running on the economy. But Chris Stirewalt from The Dispatch is not so sure. He chatted with Boyd about how exactly the economy will play out as an issue in the upcoming midterm elections.
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President Biden addressed the nation on the supply chain crisis today. Boyd breaks down what he said and why this was a missed opportunity for the president.
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As Utah grows, what issues are becoming more important to Utah voters? Christopher Collard from the Utah Foundation chatted with Boyd about the latest numbers and what state lawmakers need to focus on going forward.
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The clock is ticking for Congress to pass some important pieces of legislation. Senator Mitt Romney joined Boyd to get everyone up to date on everything from the debt limit to the Build Back Better plan.
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Boyd's closing monologue looks at why President Biden is continuing to sell the public on the recently passed infrastructure bill. Boyd also encourages everyone to take out their wallets on Giving Tuesday to donate to Primary Children's Hospital, as well as ends with some wise words from the late British Prime Minister Winston Churchill.
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Many Americans adopt children from overseas, but not every child gets citizenship in their new home. A new, bipartisan bill aims to change that. Sara Jones, co-founder of the Women Tech Council, who was adopted from South Korea as a little girl, joined Boyd to discuss the gaps in granting citizenship and what lawmakers are doing to fix the problem.
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Washington, D.C. is in gridlock again, this time over a Russian gas line. Boyd talks about what's going on and revisits a conversation with Dr. Leon Aron of the American Enterprise Institute about why Russia is making trouble for Ukraine and Europe.
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Utah Valley University came away with a big win in the 2021 Wasatch Mountain Ethics Bowl this month, beating teams from Harvard and the University of Colorado, among others. But what can this experience teach all of us about how to debate better? UVU Professor Jeff Nielsen and Kaitlynn Russell, who is a part of the team joined Boyd to talk about all this and more.
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Why is Hanukkah important, and what can Jewish people and those not of the faith take away from the holiday? Rabbi Avremi Zippel from Chabad Lubavitch of Utah joined Boyd to talk about the true meanings behind the Festival of Lights.
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How do you balance civil liberties with government action during an emergency? Shoshana Weissmann from the R Street Institute joins Boyd to discuss her new paper outlining how what questions we should be asking when crisis situations pop up, as well as the role state legislatures can play so "emergencies" don't go on indefinitely.
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Continuing the conversation, Boyd discusses a comment that many people make when reacting to a new law, "I've got nothing to hide!" Why might that thinking be flawed? And what can we learn from past experience when civil liberties concerns are brought up?
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The new infrastructure bill will require all new cars to have breathalyzers by 2026. While many people support this measure, the move also raises questions about the limits of government and the unintended negative consequences of good ideas. Boyd dives into these questions and looks at what we can learn from history about what's going on now.
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Legendary sports broadcaster Vin Scully turns 94 today. Boyd looks at some of his great calls for the Los Angeles Dodgers and his remarkable 67 years behind the mic.
Boyd also does a roundup on where we are in Washington, D.C.
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For this week's Give A Thon spotlight, Boyd chats with 11-year-old Payson, who was diagnosed with leukemia more than 4 years ago, and his mom Wendy. Payson recalls how he learned the news of his diagnosis and how he has received treatment at Primary Children's Hospital.
You can become a “Smile Maker” by donating $15/month. Just go to kslkids.com to sign up! Thank you to our sponsor J&J Garden Center.
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The jury is being selected in the trial of Jussie Smollett, an actor accused of faking a hate crime to pin on Trump supporters. Boyd recalls the first reactions of many commentators and shows why instant certainty is the enemy of truth and trust.
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The Build Back Better bill has made its way to the Senate. But ABC News' Faith Abubey talks with Boyd about the roadblocks it faces in the Upper Chamber, as well as what Democrats have to say about the messaging surrounding the bill.
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Are you getting a good deal on your taxes? Rusty Cannon, president of the Utah Taxpayers Association, breaks down their latest Cost of County Government Report.
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Democrats rightly point out that many of the policy proposals the president is pushing are popular. So why is he down in the polls? Boyd drills down into the latest numbers to find out.
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President Biden's travel ban on South Africa and 7 other countries went into effect today as the administration tries to stop the spread of the Omicron variant. But what else does the President plan to do? Boyd takes a look at the president's speech this morning.
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The end of the world is coming this week...well, at least the legislative end of the world. Senior Fellow at the R Street Institute James Wallner joins Boyd to talk about all the agenda items on Congress' to-do list and the likelihood of getting them done before December 3rd or even Christmas.
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Boyd compares the Thanksgiving Proclamations of former presidents Abraham Lincoln and George Washington and discusses why they're important.
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Boyd takes us back to President Lyndon B. Johnson's Thanksgiving address given shortly after the Kennedy assassination and chats about what lessons can be learned from his speech about coming together as a nation.
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Boyd chats about why we should be grateful for the Constitution and our obligation to build upon its founding principles.
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Political Science Professor and Author Mark Schrad talks with Boyd about why he thinks the prohibitionists in America and the world were the good guys, not the bad guys the history books portray them as.
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Utah Policy Editor, Deseret News Columnist, and former Utah legislator Holly Richardson gives her thoughts on the healing power of gratitude.
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Biden takes another look at President Biden's oil reserve announcement and addresses the question of whether this is a long-lasting solution or just a political distraction.
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To become a person of value, a generous, disruptive innovator, we have to move our focus beyond what can be counted to things of real value.
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We're one week away from Giving Tuesday, a movement that started in 2012 to encourage people to think about others during a time when Black Friday and Cyber Monday may have encouraged people to think about themselves. Giving Tuesday CEO Asha Curran shares why it is such an important day and the impact it has in changing lives.
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Mya Jaradat, a religion reporter for the Deseret News, shares insights on enhancing Thanksgiving through spiritual practices she learned for 6 different religious leaders.
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According to Robert A. Emmons, a professor of psychology at the University of California, Davis, gratitude heals, energizes and transforms lives. Boyd looks at some of his findings after years of studying gratitude.
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Salt Lake City has engaged a firm to help address potential issues as efforts towards gentrification of areas within the city are growing. Dr. David Simpson, a visiting Professor of Urban Planning at Brigham Young University and former Chair of the School of Urban and Public Affairs at the University of Louisville, compares these efforts to other cities who have gone through similar experiences.
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Representative Blake Moore joins Boyd Matheson to respond to today's press conference by the president as well as to take a deeper dive into what is driving some of the president's recent decisions and to look at what's coming next.
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President Biden announced today that he, along with other global leaders, would be releasing oil from the strategic petroleum reserve to combat sky-high fuel prices. Boyd breaks down key points from the announcement and looks at what works and what could use a little more work.
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Beyond the religious call for gratitude, research shows gratitude can be important to health and, in some cases, even maintaining wealth. Conversely, in the words of William George Jordan, an American essayist, “Ingratitude, the most popular sin of humanity, is forgetfulness of the heart. … The individual who possesses it finds it the shortest cut to all the other vices.”
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Pope Francis recently honored two journalists who gave voice to victims of Catholic sex abuse cases. During the ceremony, he also spoke to the vital role journalism plays in uncovering what is wrong and providing hope for the frightened.
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President Biden's recent letter to the FTC requesting an investigation into oil and gas companies amidst sky-high prices seems to be shifting at least some of the blame for inflation. In the letter, the president says there is "mounting evidence of anti-consumer behavior by oil and gas companies.” Will the president be able to successfully lay at least some of the climbing prices on these companies?
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President Biden's Build Back Better plan passed the house late last week but it still needs to get the full backing of the Democrats in the Senate in order to make it through. Any changes in the plan would send it back to the House where it languished before during significant in-fighting. Boyd breaks down the future the bill faces.
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Sarah Jane Weaver and Mary Richards of the Church News join Boyd Matheson for a look back at the #GiveThanks campaign announced by President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints one year ago. They dive into the impact it is still having and why we still need to remember the importance of gratitude today.
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Zack Cooper is a Senior Fellow with the American Enterprise Institute. He says economically decoupling from China may make sense on the surface, but being too quick or decoupling on too much could cost the U.S. leverage over China in the future.
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Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd to share information on his Stop the Grinch act which aims to get food and gifts on store shelves by helping the supply chain move again through various steps such as temporarily removing some restrictions on transportation.
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On the 158th anniversary of The Gettysburg Address, Boyd looks at another speech given by another legendary politician in difficult circumstances. What can we learn from them about how to confront the challenges of today and have the conversations that matter?
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Lots of people get stressed, dreading family conversations over the holidays. But what if there is a better way to engage? Utah State University Professor Scott Hammond joins Boyd to talk about the value of dialogue and why that can be better than debate.
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Yesterday, Boyd sat down with Democratic Socialist Ben Burgis. Lots of listeners loved the discussion, but some wondered what he was thinking talking with someone so different politically. Boyd chats about the value of listening to, and not challenging, those with whom you may have significant disagreements.
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The Utah Utes and Oregon Ducks will face off on the gridiron this weekend, with even two US Senators betting on the game (the winner will be local foodbanks). Unrivaled co-host Scott Mitchell stops by to break down the storylines we need to look for.
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What's in President Biden's social spending bill? Boyd dives into the details and looks at some comments from Senator Pat Toomey (R-PA), which shows the bill will have a rough time getting through the Upper Chamber.
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The House passed President Biden's social spending bill this morning, following an 8-hour speech by Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy. How did Speaker Pelosi try to frame the bill? And what happened on the House Floor?
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The term Democratic Socialism has been bandied about for years in the United States. But do you know what socialists actually believe? Boyd sat down with YouTube star and writer Ben Burgis about his vision for the country. They also discussed how to get back to debating ideas that matter and instead of canceling people over mistakes they made when they were 12.
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Boyd's monologue looks at how what you choose to engage with can determine many things.
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A new poll shows Americans are worried if President Biden is "mentally fit" to lead the country. While those numbers are grabbing all the headlines, Boyd looks at why fewer Americans are giving him good marks on the intangible qualities, things like character and compassion, that helped propel him to The White House.
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Vice President Kamala Harris has been the subject of some pretty vicious rumors in recent weeks. But it looks like she is trying to counter all the negativity. Boyd looks some of the smart moves she has made over the past few days, including her speech at the infrastructure bill signing ceremony and sitting down for an interview with ABC’s George Stephanopoulos.
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Boyd talks with pollster extraordinaire Scott Rasmussen about some new numbers on President Biden's job performance, as well as the actions some cities are taking to slow the pandemic.
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There are a lot of smokescreens nowadays. Boyd's monologue looks at what we can do to see beyond them to get at the truth.
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Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ) was censured on the House floor today. Boyd discusses what happened, how it compares to the last time this happened, and what it all says about Congress today. And on a lighter note, two US Senators made a friendly wager before the Utah-Oregon game...and some foodbanks could be the winner.
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Utah's budget surplus for fiscal year 2021 is $614 million. State Rep. Brad Last chatted with Boyd about where the money will go and what lawmakers have to consider before funding a project.
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Utah is spending a lot to fight homelessness, but it seems the problem keeps growing. What can we be doing better? Former Utah Senate Minority Leader Scott Howell joined Boyd to talk about what we are doing right and what needs to be addressed to help get people into stable housing.
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With Democrats on the defensive, what should the Republicans' messaging strategy be to win in 2022? Dana Perino, co-anchor of America’s Newsroom and co-host of The Five on FOX News Channel, gives her take. She also talks with Boyd about the challenges current White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki faces as the facts on the ground look less than favorable for the Biden Administration.
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Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, who served in both the Clinton and Obama Administrations, has some harsh words for his fellow Democrats about inflation...and some of his solutions sound almost conservative.
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It's 16 days until the latest end of the world: December 3rd is Congress' deadline to raise the debt ceiling and fund the government. But the R Street Institute's Jonathan Bydlak joined Boyd to argue that these constant crises obscure tough, needed conversations on spending.
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For his monologue, Boyd looks at the quality of enthusiasm and what we can learn from little kids to have a better outlook on life.
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The Utah Jazz are celebrating five years of 5 for the Fight during the next two games. Jazz broadcaster and basketball legend Thurl Bailey joined Boyd to talk about why the race to cure cancer is so important to him.
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President Trump's former advisor Steve Bannon is being charged with two misdemeanors for ignoring subpoenas and failing to turn over documents to the January 6th commission. Boyd looks at why, despite the bad press, this may turn into a positive for Bannon and why Contempt of Congress has not had meaning for awhile.
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Inflation. COVID-19. Supply Chain Issues. President Biden is sticking to his script despite the mounting challenges around him. But Washington Post reporter Tyler Pager says Democrats across the country are concerned that the messaging coming out of The White House is damaging the Democratic brand with voters.
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What went wrong in Afghanistan...and can things be made right? Former Ambassador Marc Grossman gave his thoughts during a World Trade Center Utah webinar (hosted by Boyd), which also touched on the future of women's rights in the country, and what needs to be done to secure a better tomorrow for the people who live there.
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The infrastructure bill aims to give broadband to rural America. While conservatives don't like the idea of government getting into the internet business, Jeffrey Westling has a new piece at the R Street Institute about why there is a role for the feds to play...as long as you also get rid of useless regulations, too.
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A new report says there is extreme tension between Vice President Harris and President Biden's offices. What is the truth? And how does that compare to other presidential duos? Boyd also looks at the VP's great speech during the infrastructure bill signing ceremony and how that has helped her.
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With former Congressman Beto O'Rourke (D-TX) making a run for Governor of the Lone Star State, it got Boyd to thinking: Do we vote for policies or the ideals we foist on politicians? What is the downside to ignoring a candidate's real platform in favor of sparkly platitudes?
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Russia is upping its military presence along the Ukrainian border. What's really going on? Dr. Leon Aron, a Russian immigrant and foreign policy expert from the American Enterprise Institute, talked with Boyd about Russian President Vladimir Putin's true goals.
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The withdrawal from Afghanistan turned the tide of public opinion against President Biden, but the problems in that country are far from resolved. World Trade Center Utah President and CEO Miles Hansen joins Boyd to talk about a webinar WTC Utah is holding about the way forward in Afghanistan and the Middle East.
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Utah Congressman Burgess Owens had a lovely tribute to his father over Veterans Day. He joined Boyd to talk about the accomplishments of the man behind the viral tweet, as well as the progress we have made in America over the past few decades.
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President Dallin H. Oaks, the first counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, gave a landmark address a few days ago at the University of Virginia, arguing that religious freedom and nondiscrimination can work together for the common good. Boyd looks at his words and also shares those of some great religious thinkers from other faith traditions who have advocated for rejecting the false choices of divisive rhetoric.
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Mike Leavitt, the President of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square, joins Boyd to talk about an exciting announcement about their Christmas concert this year and beyond!
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Boyd chats again with Jenna and Rob, the parents of 3-year-old Talmadge, who is receiving care at Primary Children's for his heart issue.
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Tim Shriver returns to Inside Sources to give us an update on UNITE and how we can move away from the pessimism and vicious politics to create a better culture.
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Both President Biden's vaccine mandate and Texas' abortion law have something in common: they ask regular people to snitch on their neighbors to enforce the law. Boyd argues that whatever you think of the laws, this way of enforcing them should concern everyone.
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Speaker of the Utah House Brad Wilson sat down with Boyd to talk about the hot issues law makers tackled during the Special Session, including redistricting, the Dixie State University name change, and bail reform.
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She is one of the famous women in the world, but not many people know the real Vice President Kamala Harris. Her childhood best friend Stacey Johnson-Batiste chatted with Boyd about her new book detailing her friendship with the Vice President and the principles that have guided both their lives.
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Boyd offers some final thoughts on Veterans Day and talks about the importance of recognizing our interconnectedness as we try to heal the nation's wounds.
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Former Utah Congressman Ben McAdams joins Boyd to talk about why Washington is broken, what voters are looking for, and what we could be doing differently to actually solve some of the nation's problems.
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A series of tweets has Boyd asking: Why would anyone want to run for the US Senate in today's political environment?
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The Forge Forward Project is using virtual reality to help veterans suffering from PTSD. Reboot Centers co-founder Brendan Borrowman calls in to talk about this amazing technology and how it's saving lives.
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Utah Congressman Blake Moore chats with Boyd about what Hill Air Force Base needs as well as how we can better use our defense dollars. He also gives his thoughts on what Veterans day means for him.
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Broadcaster Vin Scully shared an amazing story on Twitter about the true meaning of Veterans Day. Boyd looks at his comments as well as President Biden's remarks at Arlington National Cemetery today to mark the holiday.
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What does Utah get out of the infrastructure bill on President Biden's desk? Senator Mitt Romney, a lead negotiator on the bipartisan bill, chats with Boyd about why he thinks Utahans should support it.
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Congressman Chris Stewart, an Air Force Veteran, joins Boyd to talk about the importance of Veterans Day.
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The population of veterans is changing and declining. Boyd chats with Gary Harter, executive director of Utah’s Department of Veterans and Military Affairs, about how to stay connected to those who have given so much for our country and how we can honor them this coming Veterans Day.
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Will Congress finally address its deficit problem? Kevin Kosar from the American Enterprise Institute says a bipartisan proposal may finally get Congress to look in the mirror.
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A new university is being launched with the goal of giving students a high quality education while protecting free expression. Boyd looks at the University of Austin, who is behind it, and if it can live up to its ideal.
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Why did the legislature choose their own maps and feel justified in doing so? LaVarr Webb from Utah Policy argues that lawmakers were simply listening to their constituents. He joins Boyd to discuss Republicans' rejection of the Independent Redistricting Commission's maps and where voters stand on the issue.
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Moderate Republicans are taking some heat for supporting President Biden's infrastructure bill. But do they need to worry about disapproval from voters? Boyd talks about it all with Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
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How do you get the government you want? Boyd urges everyone to read past the bill title, look at the specifics of a policy, and do fewer things better.
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Congressional Democrats say they want to expand childcare while controlling the cost. But Patrick T. Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Center has a new piece arguing that religious institutions might lose out and facilities face higher costs. He joins Boyd to discuss how the federal government's proposals could make the problems in the childcare system worse.
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With Veterans' Day approaching, Boyd looks at how we can serve our veterans this year.
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Fox News' Brian Kilmeade has a new book out about the friendship between President Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, as the two men fought to end slavery. He calls in to talk to Boyd about what we can learn from it.
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Congress has a lot to do before Christmas...from funding the government to raising the debt ceiling. Boyd argues that it's unlikely they'll get everything done before St. Nick comes to town.
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Are high tax rates bad? Not necessarily. Daniel Bunn from The Tax Foundation talks with Boyd about why some places with higher taxes are more competitive than the U.S.
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Lawmakers in Washington D.C. are now saying that they can pay for the big social spending bill by giving tax breaks to the wealthy. Boyd looks at some of the latest gimmicks and fuzzy math from Washington, D.C. that Congress is selling to the voters as "pay fors" for their social spending package.
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Boyd looks at World Freedom Day, which commemorates the fall of the Berlin Wall, and chats about what freedom looks like today, the unseen acts of heroism around the world, and the United States' role in perpetuating democracy across the globe.
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Lots of Utahans are talking about the redistricting maps that the state legislature will most likely approve soon. But with all the focus on the Congressional maps, are we losing the bigger picture?
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How much of the infrastructure bill pays for actual infrastructure like roads and bridges? Are there things in the bill even Republicans can support? And what could lawmakers have done better? Jonathan Bydlak from The R Street Institute chats with Boyd about the good, the bad, and the parts that could be improved.
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Boyd revisits Senator Ben Sasse's (R-NE) comments at the Aspen Security Conference on politics in the digital age, and chats about the divisions in our country and how the ultimate power stems from the power of restraint.
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Elon Musk has gotten Twitter talking with two tweets on taxes and world hunger. Boyd breaks down what happens if he sells his stock, how much the tax man takes, and how much goes to charity. Plus Boyd discusses what rate is the best to get the rich to pay their fair share.
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Redistricting. Bail Reform. Vax Mandates. The legislature will tackle all of this and more in a special session tomorrow. Senate President Stuart Adams joins Boyd to give a preview of what's to come.
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Over the weekend the House passed the bipartisan infrastructure bill. Boyd chats about what this means for the American people and what's next for the President's social spending bill.
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What does the Constitution say about redistricting? Boyd looks at the new Congressional maps and questions how we can fairly divide up the state.
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President Biden and most Congressional Democrats want to raise taxes on the rich to fund social spending programs. But Reason Magazine's Eric Boehm says they're also supporting a proposal that would give a huge tax cut to the wealthy. He joins Boyd to discuss how this would work.
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Boyd continues his conversation talking about Senator Ben Sasse's (R-NE) remarks at the Aspen Security Forum on elections in the digital era and where the silver lining is in all of this.
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In a sit down at the Aspen Security Forum, Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) talked about the disconnect between the political and tech classes and regular voters. Boyd takes a look at why this gulf is bad and how we can unite the country.
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Boyd chats about how the magic happens in sports, life, and politics with a little faith, trust, and a little bit of pixie dust.
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Original Studio C cast member and executive producer Natalie Madsen joins Boyd to talk about the new season of Freelancers.
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KSL NewsRadio has teamed up with KSL 5 TV to raise money for the kids at Primary Children's Hospital. Boyd talks with 3-year-old Talmadge, who was born with a heart defect, and his parents.
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The October jobs report released today seemed to indicate that the trajectory of the U.S. economy had turned a corner and was headed in the right direction. But Utah State Representative Robert Spendlove, who is also an economist, says there are some significant groups of people being left behind.
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The way Glenn Youngkin pitched himself to Virginia voters could provide the pathway for Republicans hoping to win elections moving forward. Journalist Zaid Jilani, who also lives in Virginia, talks with Boyd about how Youngkin balanced voter concerns, populism, and topics Republicans usually shy away from to defeat McAuliffe in the race for the governor seat.
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Boyd takes a look at some of the most memorable moments from Colin Powell's funeral today at the Washington National Cathedral and what they have to say about the essence of who he was as a person.
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The funeral service for former secretary of state Colin Powell was held in the the Washington National Cathedral today. President Biden, former presidents Obama and Bush, and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton were all in attendance. Boyd revisits his conversation with former ambassador Jon Huntsman Jr. about his friendship with Colin Powell.
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Democrats have made history today with the longest vote open in Congress. Boyd looks at what is going on and what that means for the social spending bill.
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58-year-old Ed Durr, a truck driver for a furniture store, has defeated New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney. Is this a real version of "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington"? Certainly it has people on both sides of the aisle paying attention.
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There were several pieces of bad news for Democrats coming out of this week's elections. Washington Post's Chief Correspondent Dan Balz joins to discuss the lessons Democrats will take away from this week.
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Joseph Grenny, chairman of The Other Side Academy board, joins the program to discuss some great news they got about The Other Side Village, a proposed tiny home community in Salt Lake City for chronically homeless people.
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Two key bills are stuck in the mud in the House, as the progressive and moderate wings of the Democratic party are unable to agree on key parts of President Biden's infrastructure and social spending bills. Boyd looks at how and why the Democrats are airing disagreements publicly.
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President Biden, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Dr. Anthony Fauci are strong supporters of a vaccine mandate. But that was not always the case. Boyd looks at what they said only a few months ago against mandates and how that plays into the current controversy over getting the jab.
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How did Glenn Youngkin shock the political world and win as a Republican in a pretty blue state? Jeff Roe, the strategist behind his campaign, joined Boyd to talk about the coalition they put together, the issues that mattered to voters, and how Republicans can attract minority communities.
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The first Tuesday in November is when hotly contested elections are determined across the country. But no matter what the results are, Wednesday morning always comes after. Boyd chats about the importance of waking up on those Wednesday mornings and how we can better help each other move forward.
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Black Republican women have been breaking barriers in the South and winning statewide offices over the past decade, while other minority Republican candidates are also having electoral success. and over the past decade they've all been Republicans. Former Utah Congresswoman Mia Love joins Boyd to talk about the platforms candidates are running on to win big.
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Where does Utah stand when it comes to climate policy and clean energy reform? Sarah Wright, the founder of Utah Clean Energy chats with Boyd about some of the challenges of clean energy, what Utah is doing right, what we can do better, and how we're being represented at the COP26 this year.
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Education was a huge issue in the Virginia governor's race, and it's not going away anytime soon. Reason Magazine's Christian Britschgi sat down with Boyd to talk about why this issue helped Glenn Youngkin win and how it will impact future elections across the United States.
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Can suffering be a good thing and lead to a fuller life? Does chasing pleasure 24/7 lead to more mental problems than dealing with growing pains? University of Toronto Psychology Professor Paul Bloom joins Boyd to talk about his new book "The Sweet Spot: The Pleasures of Suffering and the Search for Meaning" and why a little trial and tribulation might be good for you.
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It's clear from the last night's loss that Democrats need new messaging. Boyd looks at Terry McAuliffe's strategy of frequently criticizing former President Trump and why looking to the past is not a good blueprint for the future.
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Virginia hadn't elected a Republican governor in over 10 years...until last night. Boyd breaks down how Glenn Youngkin defeated Terry McAuliffe and what his victory means for the future of the Republican coalition going into 2022 and 2024.
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It's election day in Utah. Boyd talks about the importance of voting in municipal elections. Plus, some advice for Congress: Do your job.
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Journalist Steve Roberts continued his conversation with Boyd about his new book "Cokie: A Life Well Lived" where he writes about his wife, legendary journalist Cokie Roberts. Cokie Roberts was known for smashing glass ceilings. But during the conversation, Steve opens up about her example as a colleague, friend, and wife.
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Journalist Steve Roberts spoke with Boyd about his new book "Cokie: A Life Well Lived" where he writes about his wife, legendary journalist Cokie Roberts. He talks not only about her trailblazing career, but also the changes in modern politics and how she was as a person.
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In the past, the idea of loosening the licensing requirements for doctors and lawyers has been met with a hugely negative response. But the R Street Institute's Shoshana Weissmann says the pandemic has changed that. She joins Boyd to talk about how these reforms would improve improve our health care and justice systems.
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As lawmakers in D.C. pursue a pricey social spending package, congressman Blake Moore and Gordon Larsen from Governor Cox's office met with community leaders about how Washington's deficit spending will affect the people of Utah. They joined Boyd to talk about what we can do to address wasteful spending and ensure Utah continues to grow and prosper.
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Senator Joe Manchin said he never signed off on the framework for President Biden's social spending package. Boyd looks at why there seems to be a disconnect between him, the White House, and representatives in the House. Plus, Boyd chats about the Virginia Governor Race and how Democrats' messaging are impacting Terry McAuliffe's campaign.
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This week marks the 125th anniversary of women getting elected to public office in Utah. Susan Madsen with Utah State University and the Utah Women & Leadership Project talks with Boyd about the significance of this day and what we can do better to get more women involved in public life.
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Will the COP26 do anything to stop or slow climate change? The American Enterprise Institute's Dalibor Rohac says it's unlikely...but there are smaller changes we can make right now that could make a difference.
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We often hear gymnasts talk about having "air awareness", the ability to know where they are so they can land safely. Boyd chats about the importance of having "air awareness" in our own lives and how we can use that perspective to better our country.
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A sign about the labor shortage on the drive thru window of Banbury Cross donuts in Salt Lake City has gone viral after a Utah State Senator negatively tweeted about it. But Boyd looks at what conversations we should be having instead about the state of unemployment and federal aid in the country.
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Boyd takes a look at what the president said about climate change at the COP26, what the administration is hoping to accomplish, and what that means for Americans.
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Lots of Democrats, including President Biden, want to go big on climate change proposals. But Phil Rossetti from The R Street Institute argues that going smaller might actually yield better results and make it easier get climate policy changes to the president's desk.
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Boyd looks at comments from Elder D. Todd Christofferson from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Senator Tim Scott (R-SC), and former Senator Joe Lieberman (I-CT) about the importance of protecting religious liberty in the public square.
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Utah County Commissioner and former county clerk Amelia Powers Gardiner joins Boyd to talk about what local election workers are facing as allegations of voter fraud go national.
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Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) had some strong words for fellow members of Congress who are pushing him to sign on to a major social spending bill. Boyd breaks down what he said during today's press conference and what it all means for President Biden's legislative agenda.
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To thank all the men and women who have served in our military, the Major Brent Taylor Foundation has launched a Veterans' Week with events leading up to veterans day. Jennie Taylor, co-host of the Relentlessly Resilient podcast and Gold Star Widow, chats with Boyd about Veterans' Week and how you can get involved.
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Boyd reflects on his conversation with Senator Tim Scott from South Carolina and discusses how we can make our country a better, more prosperous place.
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President Biden set off for a 5 day trip in Europe where he has met with the Pope and will attend the G20 and UN climate summit. The Washington Post's Theo Meyer breaks down what storylines to look out for with Boyd.
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Yesterday, President Biden announced the framework for his Build Back Better legislation. But progressives are critical... and refuse to vote on the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill. Boyd looks at what this means for President Biden's agenda.
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After 19 incredible years as a reporter for KSL NewsRadio, Mary Richards is signing off for the last time before beginning her next chapter with the Church News. Mary joined Boyd to discuss some of her career highlights and what's next for her.
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Why are people leaving the workforce, and what is the downside of not going to a job everyday? Scott Winship... Senior Fellow and Director of Poverty Studies for the American Enterprise Institute... breaks down a new Congressional report and chats with Boyd about how we can combat what many people are calling the "Great Resignation."
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While visiting Utah today, Senator Tim Scott from South Carolina joined Boyd to discuss his story of going from cotton to Congress and how we can help people rise from poverty permanently.
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For his monologue, Boyd looks at the framework the Democrats agreed to on President Biden's social spending bill and points out the problems with making a deal this way.
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Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce Chairwoman of the Board Janae Moss stopped by Inside Sources to talk about the Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit. She also gave a business perspective on what it will take to smartly manage the growth of the area in the years to come.
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox joined Boyd at the Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit at UVU to talk about the growth the state is experiencing, as well as the changes he would like to see in education.
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What will the future of higher education look like? What are the skills Utah students need to be successful? Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez gave her thoughts on those questions and more during an interview with Boyd at the Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit at UVU.
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Former Utah Governor Gary Herbert joined Boyd live at the Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit to talk about how Utah needs to continue to foster innovation. He also gave his thoughts on the best way for the state to continue growing.
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The Utah Valley is one of Utah's engines of growth. But what challenges lie ahead for it? Curtis Blair, the President and CEO of the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce, joined Boyd at the Utah Valley Growth and Prosperity Summit to at UVU to talk about the road ahead for the area.
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Boyd tells a story about Benjamin Franklin and the lesson of not giving too much for the whistle.
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China is dealing with a series of economic imbalances that are threatening the stability of their economy. Desmond Lachman, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, joined Boyd to discuss what's happening and how it's impacting the United States as well as the global economy.
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Democrats are proposing a variety of tax increases to pay for their social safety net, reconciliation bill. But have they really thought through the impact of their proposals? Boyd breaks down some of the unintended consequences of changing the way our tax system operates.
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Some environmentalists are pushing back against plans to expand highways. But Reason Magazine's Christian Britschgi argues that is short sighted environmentally...and that other rules and regulations the Biden Administration supports will make environmentally friendly infrastructure more difficult to get started.
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Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) had some interesting things to say at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C. about where he finds himself politically, the filibuster, and more. Boyd breaks down some of his remarks and discusses how lawmakers can get their power back and enact real change.
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The Utah Independent Redistricting Commission has released new maps with changes to Utah's congressional districts...and an analysis from the website 538 shows they might have some good news for Democrats. Boyd chats with KSL NewsRadio's Lindsay Aerts about the latest from the Redistricting Commission.
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Utah's Inland Port Authority has made a major deal they hope will help solve some of the supply chain crisis. Executive Director Jack Hedge joins Boyd to talk about how they're working with the big ports in California and what that means for Utah.
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Democrats are working fast to come up with a framework for their social safety net reconciliation package... a bill that President Biden has said will cost the American people $0. Boyd looks at the Pay Fors and budgetary tricks Democrats will use to try and make that a reality.
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The final days and weeks before a vote on a bill is typically the toughest. Like a plane, a president may face more challenges landing the bill than floating it in the air. Boyd's monologue looks at what President Biden can learn from former Senator Joe Lieberman's example of compromise and how to successfully "land a bill".
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Sometimes those with a criminal history are unfairly discriminated against as they try to get housing, a job, and back into civil society. The R Street Institute's Jillian Snider talks with Boyd about the Clean Slate Initiative, which could help those with criminal records get a hand up.
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New numbers from the FBI show a big spike in crimes against synagogues, churches, and other houses of worship over the past year. Rabbi Avremi Zippel, whose Salt Lake City synagogue was vandalized this year, talks with Boyd about how we should respond to turn the tide.
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A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll shows President Biden losing support among Utahns. Jason Perry from The Hinckley Institute breaks down what's going on and what that means for candidates in Utah who have supported the president.
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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellin wants to tax unrealized capital gains to help fund President Biden's Build Back Better agenda. What does that mean for the average person, and what does this show us about how equipped Washington is to pay for its priorities?
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Progressives are laying out where they will and will not compromise on President Biden's spending packages, as the clock to pass them winds down. What does this mean for the future of the bills?
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Former Senator Joe Lieberman joins Boyd to talk about his new book, "The Centrist Solution: How We Made Government Work and Can Make It Work Again". What do centrists bring to the table, and how can politicians compromise on legislation without compromising their values?
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What can we learn from those who have passed on? This Halloween week, Boyd looks at quotes from everyone from Winston Churchill to Grace Kelly to Steve Jobs, who gave us some good life advice before they passed on.
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Boyd looks at what President Biden wants to accomplish domestically before he heads off to several overseas meetings. Why are Democrats trying to pass his agenda before he meets with world leaders?
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In Part 2 of their conversation, Congressman John Curtis (R-UT) talks about how we can pursue the right policies to clean the planet and protect the economy.
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Democrats love the environment while Republicans only care about business profits. That's the line we're often fed, but is it really true? Congressman John Curtis (R-UT) talked with Boyd about his recent appearance on CNN and the conversations we should be having instead.
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What can the USA learn from Estonia? The Deseret News' Jay Evensen has a new piece arguing that they have a lot to teach us. He joins Boyd to talk about it.
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Voters have high hopes when they elect someone to office. But the Manhattan Institute's Brian Riedl pointed out on Twitter that expectations rarely meet reality, whether you're a Republican or a Democrat. He joined Boyd to talk about why that is and what we can be doing better.
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Senator Angus King (I-ME), who caucuses with the Democrats, is pushing back against liberals who want to get rid of the filibuster. He was on Meet the Press over the weekend with some interesting ideas about how we could reform the process and make it better.
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Former Presidents Obama and Trump have made some comments recently about election integrity that are so similar you'd think they're using the same speechwriter. But Boyd argues that both men, along with other high profile politicians like Hillary Clinton, are wrong and hurting voter trust in the process.
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In her closing monologue, guest host Maura Carabello looks at the qualities people should be seeking out in city council and school board candidates. (Hint: Political party membership should be low on the list, if at all.)
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Guest host Maura Carabello looks at the reasons gun groups are joining abortion rights groups to oppose the Texas abortion law before The Supreme Court right now.
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A new Department of Justice report shows Black and Asian-American students in the Davis School District were subjected to serious and widespread racial harassment in recent years, in several cases with adults looking the other way. Guest host Maura Carabello looks at the report and explores why it's hard for people to recognize and confront bias in their communities.
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What is the return on investment for your bachelor's degree? The Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity's Preston Cooper crunched the numbers and launched a new online tool to help you figure it out. He joined guest host Maura Carabello to talk about it and whether there is value in getting a degree with a lower ROI.
(And for those wondering, you can search your degree here: https://freopp.org/we-calculated-return-on-investment-for-30-000-bachelors-degrees-find-yours-1f2f3c5e6dac)
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Salt Lake City is facing rising violent crime and homelessness. Community leader David Ibarra gives his thoughts on what we can do better and why those outside the capitol city should want to solve the problem. Guest Host: Maura Carabello
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Both the CDC and Intermountain Healthcare gave updates on booster shots today. Guest host Maura Carabello talks about the latest news and encourages those who have questions to talk with their doctors.
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Many Americans are vaccinated, but there are still some folks who do not want the COVID-19 jab. What happens when those vaccines go unused? Cities and healthcare providers across the country are being blocked by the Biden Administration from sending those vials overseas. The Washington Post's Dan Diamond talks about why that is and those trying to change the President's mind. Guest Host: Maura Carabello
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President Biden and Vice President Harris visited the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington, D.C. today to mark its 10th anniversary. It got Boyd to thinking about one of his favorite topics: When looking at historical figures, it's usually better to ignore the flaws, stop "canceling" them, and write for a better future instead.
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New numbers from Gallup show that Americans do not trust anyone anymore...including ourselves. What does this mean for the future of the country, and how can we solve this problem?
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Boyd looks at why millions of people across the United States have been quitting their jobs and what that means for the economy. He also gives some advice for those looking for their next career move.
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There's a lot of arguing over the debt ceiling every few months. But Jonathan Bydlak from The R Street Institute believes that this is not the real problem. The USA has a big issue with spending.
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Many Democrats have been angry with Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) because of her insistence on cuts to President Biden's social spending bill. But The Washington Post's Amber Phillips joined Boyd to talk about her new piece showing that the Senator and her critics have very similar priorities.
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Politicians love to pass bills with names like The Support Kittens and Clean Air Act...and then load it up with pork that has nothing to do with kittens or clean air. It leads Boyd to ask: How much do you know about what's in the multi-trillion dollar social spending package? David Ditch from The Heritage Foundation found some interesting things tucked into it.
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In his monologue, Boyd shares his experience as a former Senate chief of staff to look at the downsides of both compromising and not compromising on an issue. He also answers the question of what real compromise looks like.
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Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) is strongly denying a report that he is thinking about leaving the Democratic Party. Boyd revisits some wise words from former Senator Joe Lieberman (I-CT) looks at how rediscovering centrism might be the path forward for the infighting Democrats are experiencing.
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Many Democrats are in support of a plan to have banks hand over accountholders' information if they do $10,000 a year in transactions. The policy is designed to catch tax cheats. But Utah Congressman Blake Moore is coming out strongly against the plan. He talks with Boyd about his concerns for regular Americans' privacy.
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Wrapping up Inside Sources' special coverage on the supply chain crisis, Boyd looks at what the Biden Administration has said about the problem. What do their responses reveal about how this issue is viewed by those in Washington? And is there a disconnect between the president and the public?
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Rounding out the hour, World Trade Center Utah's Miles Hansen looks at the problems in the global supply chain crisis and talks about what we need to do in the US to help break the logjam.
Inside Sources hosted a special hour on the supply chain crisis. Supply Chain Shock is brought to you by Volkswagen SouthTowne.
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Many people are asking the federal government to fix the supply chain crisis, and President Biden has proposed some solutions. But Reason Magazine's Eric Boehm discovered that these ideas probably won't move the needle at all.
Inside Sources hosted a special hour on the supply chain crisis. Supply Chain Shock is brought to you by Volkswagen SouthTowne.
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The supply chain crisis has been a challenge for most companies, but they are not sitting idly by as the problem continues. The Deseret News' Art Raymond profiled one Utah business who is getting around some of the supply chain issues ahead of the Christmas rush.
Inside Sources hosted a special hour on the supply chain crisis. Supply Chain Shock is brought to you by Volkswagen SouthTowne.
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Why are store shelves going empty and boats parked off the coast of California? Utah State Representative and Zions Bank Senior Vice President Robert Spendlove gave us a bird's eye view on what's causing the supply chain crisis and what that means for consumers.
Inside Sources hosted a special hour on the supply chain crisis. Supply Chain Shock is brought to you by Volkswagen SouthTowne.
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Boyd's monologue looks at some wise words from Winston Churchill decades ago and how that relates to the importance of having soft skills in the job market today.
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KSL TV's Mike Anderson joins Boyd to discuss the amazing archeological find in Utah that is helping families, especially those of Chinese immigrants, connect to their ancestors.
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There is a new bill in Washington, D.C. aiming to increase competition in the tech industry. But the R Street Institute's Jeff Westling says it could have the unintended consequence of hurting consumers shopping for cheaper products and services.
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Harvard University Professor Roger Porter presented an award to Colin Powell a couple of months before he died. Professor Porter talks with Boyd about his friend and what we can learn from his example.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced a change to the way vets access their doctors. Darin Selnick from Concerned Veterans for America, and a former senior advisor at the VA, joins Boyd to talk about why veterans are worried and what we should be doing instead to ensure our heroes get the best medical care possible.
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There are millions of job openings, but millions of people are also not getting hired. Why? Brent Orrell from the American Enterprise Institute joined Boyd to talk about his research showing that there are a variety of reasons for this. But one key thing many people are missing is the soft skills needed to be a success.
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President Biden's social spending proposals are aimed at helping those left behind in the economy get a hand up. But many of the people those programs are targeted for do not want the help. Boyd looks at a piece in Politico that may provide an answer for Democrats, who want to sell blue collar workers on their vision for the future.
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A recent poll from Scott Rasmussen showed five key areas where President Biden is losing support among voters. Boyd looks at why that is and what that says about the messaging behind the president's proposals.
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Trailblazer. Statesman. Author. Genuinely Nice Person. In his monologue, Boyd tells the story of how he met Secretary of State Colin Powell and talks about the lessons we can all learn from his life.
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Ambassador John Price knew Secretary of State Colin Powell. He sat down with Boyd to reminisce about his former colleague and how two men with very similar backgrounds climbed the ladder of political success in America.
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Elections for school board and city council don't often draw the biggest crowds, even though they are very important offices. The Manhattan Institute's Michael Harney chatted with Boyd about his new research, which shows that moving those races to midterm or presidential election years would do more to up voter turnout than any other incentive.
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Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) wrote a scathing editorial in a West Virginian newspaper attacking Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) over his position on spending. That has escalated a war of words between the two. Boyd looks at the tactics of Senator Sanders and why taking his colleague to task will backfire and destroy any chance of implementing his legislative agenda.
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It was supposed to be a game changer...instead, it fell flat. A new study says vaccine lotteries in 19 states didn't do anything to up the United States' total vaccination rate. Boyd looks at why that is and how misplaced incentives don't move the needle on projects.
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Ogden Police Chief Eric Young was one of dozens of Utahns who attended a ceremony in Washington, D.C. over the weekend honoring fallen officers. He talks with Boyd about why he felt the need to be there, the memory of Ogden Police Officer Nate Lyday, as well as an update on police reform efforts. Boyd and Chief Young also talk about what President Biden said at the event in support of those who wear the badge.
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The United States and the world lost former Secretary of State Colin Powell today, who died from complications of COVID-19. Powell was known as a trailblazer, and respected for his military success and intelligence, among other admirable qualities. Former Ambassador Jon Huntsman, Jr. talked with Boyd about his friend and neighbor, and shared some surprising insights into the life of Secretary Powell.
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A new report in The Hill says Democratic Party leaders are upset with "longshot", outsider candidates raising lots of money when there are several seats in more winnable races to protect. But Boyd argues that this happens on the Republican side, too...and that party bosses picking and choosing the candidates is not a good idea. (Comments originally broadcast at the Utah Gives Back event at Highland Junior High School in Ogden.)
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President Biden recently made a nuclear submarine deal with the UK and Australia to counter China's military influence in the Pacific. But what does that mean for future trade deals that could counter the communist country's economic influence? Ian Johnson with the Council on Foreign Relations chatted with Boyd about what the US has to balance to be in the best position possible.
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State Rep. Ryan Wilcox joined Boyd during the Utah Gives Back event at Highland Junior High in Ogden yesterday, where he talked about the importance of education and gave his thoughts on how to best manage resources for schools.
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Elder Ronald A. Rasband of The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints had an interesting opinion piece in The Hill. Boyud looks at what he said about faith, economics, and more ahead of the upcoming G20 summit.
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Would you like to get paid in Bitcoin? Some workers are saying yes, and governments both large and small are getting into the cryptocurrency game. Natalie Brunell, host of the Coin Stories podcast, talked with Boyd about what's going on and the future of crypto.
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Many parts of President Biden's agenda are broadly popular...but new poll numbers show a big drop in support for the $3.5 Trillion social spending legislation currently in Congress. The Washington Post's Catherine Rampell looked into why that is and offers some thoughts on what Democrats could be doing better to get more programs enacted.
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The just wrapped Silicon Slopes Tech Summit brought big names to Utah. But many speakers had some unique insight into why America still works, despite all the challenges we face.
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How do you make laws in such a polarized era? University of Utah Professor James Curry has a new book and a new piece in The New York Times discussing the limits of operating within political parties. What could Democrats be doing better to get their agenda items passed?
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The Biden Administration is asking oil companies to cut prices...while making their product greener...all during a global supply chain crisis. Boyd shows how the oil crunch we find ourselves in probably happened because there was no one in the room with a different opinion when earlier policies were being made.
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President Biden's Supreme Court commission released its first recommendations today, which may not please progressives who want to completely remake the court. But The R Street Institute's Anthony Marcum argues any changes may have negative unintended consequences and ultimately make the court extremely political.
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Captain Kirk went to space! What can William Shatner's experience and his words afterwards teach us about the power of awe?
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Air Force Chaplain Jonathan Dawson felt the call to help Afghan evacuees well before the military came knocking. He chatted with Boyd from Qatar about the amazing effort he coordinated to get everything from basic supplies to toys as thousands of people escaped The Taliban. His experience teaches us about the role religion can play in helping those in the toughest of situations.
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President Biden's $3.5 Trillion spending package looks like it will get trimmed down. But could all of the haggling in Washington turn out to be a victory for progressives? The R Street Institute's James Wallner joins Boyd to break down the politics of it all.
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What is really behind President Biden's sagging poll numbers? Politico's Christopher Cadelago did a deep dive on the differences between what the White House sees as important and what regular Americans do. How does this affect policy right now, and what are the lessons for politicians going forward?
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Silicon Slopes is holding their annual Tech Summit today, where Apple CEO Tim Cook is speaking. Utah Senator Mike Lee, who is taking part in the chat, sat down with Boyd first to talk about why Big Tech is increasingly attracted to the Beehive State and what issues they will have to sort out in the world at large.
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On National Farmers Day, Boyd takes us back to Paul Harvey's 1978 "So God Made a Farmer" monologue and discusses why he thinks farmers are the most entrepreneurial people on Earth.
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It's National Farmers Day! Ron Gibson from the Utah Farm Bureau Federation talks to Boyd about what we need to keep agriculture here in Utah.
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Charles Mizrahi, founder of Alpha Investor and host of the Charles Mizrahi Show, calls in to discuss his new book "Wall Street Profits for Main Street Investors" and the advice he would give people navigating their finances during these turbulent times.
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While the pandemic was universal, its impact on American families was not. Boyd talks with Lois Collins from the Deseret News who looked at a new American Family Survey that says while everyone felt the consequences of big government, not everyone was able to get through the pandemic better off than they were before.
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We're 62 days away from the next debt ceiling fight... but is it the result of a government spending problem or an income problem? Boyd breaks it down.
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Sports and politics have been mixing for awhile. Alex Kirry, co-host of KSL's Unrivaled, chats with Boyd about the recent controversies over vaccine mandates and the emails that got the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders fired.
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Boyd discusses The Kindness Test, a public science project launched by the BBC to learn more about kindness and how it impacts communities.
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Do Democrats have the votes to pass Biden's full agenda? Today, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggested they might have to cut a few things out of their $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill. Boyd breaks down what she said and what the principle of "essentialism" can teach us about how to approach legislation in Washington.
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What can a catechism from 1647 teach us about how to have a healthier relationship with social media?
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A lot of people's mental health suffered during the pandemic. Utah State Rep. Steve Eliason gave Boyd a sneak peek at what legislation lawmakers are working on to help people, as well as what resources are available for everyone, including children, right now.
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President Biden's poll numbers are crashing, despite advocating for some popular policies. What is going on? Boyd shows where the messaging has gone awry and discusses what that means for the Democrats.
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What does a program started by Congress actually cost? The R Street Institute's Phil Rossetti talks with Boyd about how a little-known budgetary score can conceal bad policies we can't pay for.
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Where do you find happiness? Boyd looks at a podcast from Arthur Brooks showing how you can find joy in the new.
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The United States and 135 other countries have agreed to a 15% global tax on big business. Utah State Rep. Robert Spendlove, who is also an economist at Zions Bank, joined Boyd to discuss what's in the deal and the problems many places will face implementing it.
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Could your Congressman stay a Republican or a Democrat...forever? Many states are significantly changing their Congressional maps during the once a decade redistricting process, and a lot of swing districts are becoming even more red or blue. Colby Itkowitz from The Washington Post talks with Boyd about what this means for voters and future legislation in Congress.
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Happy Columbus Day...or is it Indigenous Peoples Day? Why not both? Many people think the fight over what to name this holiday is another outgrowth of our recent culture war. But Reason's Eric Boehm joined Boyd to talk about how federal holiday designations have been political for well over 100 years.
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We check out cellphones a lot. It almost seems like we're chained to them. Boyd looks at the problem of swearing allegiance to your cell phone at the expense of personal relationships and noticing the world around you.
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It's the end of a long week on Capitol Hill. And while lawmakers managed to pass a short term debt limit suspension, it is not a long term solution. We are now 56 days away from the next deadline. Meanwhile, Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) are publicly at odds over the messaging behind the debt ceiling.
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We have a lot of problems in America...polarization, inflation, high costs, a less than ideal criminal justice system. But is there a one size fits all solution? LaVarr Webb wrote a piece in Utah Policy arguing instead for multiple, "big gear" ideas to fix our issues.
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The popular Tuttle Twins children's books is getting a TV Series. Creator Daniel Harmon joins us to talk about the power of crowdfunding and how children's books can start crucial conversations.
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BYU is taking on Boise State! KSL's Mitch Harper gives a preview of the must see college football game and the storylines we should be looking for.
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President Biden signed several executive orders resetting the boundaries of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monuments in Utah during a ceremony at The White House today. But both the president and members of his administration had some interesting things to say about how this all fits into the president's political vision.
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The race for US Senate seat in Utah has a new face: Nick Mitchell. He joined Boyd to talk about his platform and why he's running. Could he be the first Democrat to represent the state in the upper chamber since 1970?
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It's official: President Biden has restored the boundaries of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah. Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT) joined Boyd to talk about the problems he sees, both political and practical, with this decision.
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Boyd's monologue looks at leadership and the old adage that an army of lambs led by a lion is better than an army of lions led by a lamb.
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It was just announced that President Biden will reset the boundaries of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monuments. Boyd looks at the back and forth of the boundaries of these monuments over the years and why what's done by executive order will probably be undone by it in the future.
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Boyd speaks with Greg Reid of Select Health and Jared Cherry of the Ogden School District about the Utah Gives Back-KSL NewsRadio event next Thursday (October 14th, 2021). You can help at Highland Junior High School in Ogden.
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It can be difficult for adults with autism to get a job. Heather Davis with the Adult Autism Center in Utah says that while there have been great strides in helping this community, there are things we could be doing better. But how would looking at job onboarding in a different way help all employees and companies?
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It's no secret that fear and rage can drive social media clicks and headlines. It even seems to some that the tension in the country has never been so bad. But The Washington Post's David Von Drehle joined Inside Sources to talk about his new column, which argues that we need to stop giving in to the gloom and doom narrative and instead have courage and see the good.
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We have an agreement to raise the debt ceiling...Yay? Boyd looks at the deal struck in Washington, the political theatre around it, and sounds the alarm again about kicking the can down the road.
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Former Democratic Presidential candidate Andrew Yang has announced that he's formed a new, third party. Boyd looks at why and asks whether it's time or beneficial for America to have stronger alternatives to Team Red and Team Blue.
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There is a famous bridge for sale in the UK that is connected to Winnie the Pooh (really!) But what can this bridge and others teach us about the value of slowing down?
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Yesterday, ex-Facebook employee Frances Haugen made some serious allegations against her former employer in front of a Senate Subcommittee. Afterwards, there seemed to be bipartisan support for more regulations on the social media giant. But was this really a bad day for Facebook...or would more rules make them more powerful?
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A new report says rural Utah is reaping the benefits of alternative energy. State Rep. Steve Handy called in to talk about it and what energy policy the state should be pursuing.
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The news is full of doom and gloom over the debt ceiling. But where are we really in the fight over raising it?
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From Senator Bernie Sanders calling out fellow senators on the budget to America's strained relationship with the French, Boyd looks at several important stories that may have flown under the radar.
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Mom always told you not to talk to strangers. But what if talking with those you don't know makes you a better person? Helaine Olen has a fascinating new column in The Washington Post arguing that your chat with a cab driver or someone in line at the supermarket could go a long way towards bridging divides.
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The Supreme Court started their new term this week, and there are a lot of cases dealing with hot button issues like religious freedom and guns. Justin Collings, the Associate Dean at Brigham Young University's J. Reuben Clark Law School, joined Boyd to talk about what should we be looking out for.
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With the debt ceiling fight taking up all the air in Washington right now, Democrats Republicans are pointing fingers about who is to blame for the mess we're in. But Washington Post National Political Correspondent Philip Bump says our debt problem is a bipartisan one.
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Boyd's monologue calls for everyone to slow down and think about which regulations are good...and which are good only for the big guys...following today's Congressional hearing on Facebook. He also asks all of us to look in the mirror and reevaluate how we can stop contributing to a climate of hostility in the USA.
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Pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson has some new numbers showing how Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the Republican Party. She chats with Boyd about the trends and how Democrats are also having to deal with a changing electorate.
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It's official: former presidential candidate Evan McMullin chats with Boyd about why he's running for the US Senate as an Independent and why he thinks he can unseat current Senator Mike Lee (R-UT).
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Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen made some serious accusations against her former employer during a Congressional hearing today. The R Street Institute's Shoshana Weismann called in to talk about what this might mean for the future of internet regulations and why more rules might be bad for Big Tech's smaller competitors.
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A lot of hate has been heaped on Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) over his opposition to the $3.5 Trillion price tag for President Biden's social spending bill. But Reason Magazine's Eric Boehm argues he is actually forcing a long overdue conversation about the debt and deficit.
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With President Biden's $3.5 Trillion spending package in flux, The Washington Post's Catherine Rampell joined Boyd to talk about her new piece arguing that the Democrats would have more success if they focused on doing fewer things better.
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Comedian Sarah Silverman went viral recently for a video where she wondered whether the USA should break up. Boyd looks at what she said and where that leads. He then contrasts that with a story Elder Dale G. Renlind shared about how two other nations set aside differences to come together for a common cause.
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Political commentator David French looked at some new poll numbers showing many Americans want to split up the country. Part of the problem is the suspicion and misperceptions we have about "the other side". Boyd's monologue urges us to slow down, see the truth about your neighbors, and rethink splitting up along partisan lines.
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We have a labor force problem and a crime recidivism problem in the United States. Chris Bates with the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation has a new piece in The Hill that argues for simple solutions--things we can do right now--to fix both issues.
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This weekend marked the 191st Semi-Annual General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Boyd takes a look back, focusing on the messages of unity, a recurring theme throughout the event.
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With the Facebook whistleblower getting a lot of attention, the R Street Institute's Chris Riley called in to talk about the regulations tech companies may be facing. What do we need to be talking about when we discuss the myriad of issues surrounding Big Tech?
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Boyd looks at a fascinating opinion piece former presidential candidate Andrew Yang did for Politico, where he outlined the problems with modern campaigning. How are modern campaigns damaging, and what do we need to change?
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Progressives have had a lot of legislative setbacks in Washington, D.C. lately. Political commentator and author Ben Burgis joins Boyd to talk about what has gone right and what he thinks Democratic Socialists and Progressives should do to get their policies enacted.
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Boyd's monologue looks at more wisdom from his interview with George Will: What is the role of technology in our lives? And why is he optimistic about the future of our country?
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KSL TV's Carole Mikita stops by Inside Sources to give a preview of her special, airing on General Conference weekend, on some significant artistic updates to Latter-day Saint meetinghouses around the world.
You can listen to General Conference on KSL NewsRadio 102.7FM/1160AM or on kslnewsradio.com.
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Vice President Kamala Harris has reportedly been building a network of liberal activists to help her on several projects. What's really going on? Veteran campaign strategist Joe Trippi joined Boyd to talk about Vice President Harris' real role, as President Biden works to pass his agenda.
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Project Recovery's Casey Scott talks to Boyd about his special, running on KSL NewsRadio during General Conference weekend, looking at the role faith plays in fighting drug addictions.
You can listen to Casey's special and the entire General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on KSL NewsRadio 102.7FM/1160AM or on kslnewsradio.com.
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Congressman Chris Stewart talks to Boyd about bipartisan efforts in Congress to stop suicide and updates us on the progress of the 9-8-8 mental health hotline.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is: 1-800-273-8255.
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The education wars are heating up, but what do Americans actually want taught in the classroom? The American Enterprise Institute's Dan Cox did a survey, and the results are pretty interesting.
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The October 2021 General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is happening this weekend. KSL NewsRadio's Mary Richards joined Inside Sources to give a preview of her special on the renovation of the Salt Lake Temple. She discusses why the world famous space has been so spiritually important for millions of people.
You can listen to Mary's special and the entire General Conference on KSL NewsRadio 102.7FM/1160AM or on kslnewsradio.com.
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For his monologue, Boyd revisits the conversation he had yesterday with conservative columnist George Will. What can we do to elevate the conversation and have more meaningful exchanges with those around us?
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Boyd looks back at this week's questioning of Generals Mark Milley and Lloyd Austin by Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and he discusses whether regular people and the rank and file in the Armed Services have confidence in those leaders.
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The Senate and House of Representatives have approved a short term spending bill to continue funding the federal government through December 3rd. But lawmakers aren't out of the woods just yet. The fate of the bipartisan infrastructure bill has yet to be determined as well as the debt ceiling. When will they be put up for a vote ? And will they get enough support to pass?
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Why are we so polarized? It's a question the media asks over and over again. Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) sat down with The Atlantic Magazine this week to talk about technology, disengagement, and how some people are replacing true community with politics. But are we really that divided? Or is all the screaming obscuring the truth about how Americans really feel?
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KSL NewsRadio is the new home of the Utah Jazz! Bonneville Salt Lake City Senior Vice President and General Manager Tanya Vea gives us the scoop on when we can start listening to the games.
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General Conference always looks like it goes off without a hitch. But it's a lot of work to make it look seamless. The Church News' Sarah Jane Weaver gives us an inside look at what it takes to pull off the twice-yearly event.
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The Tabernacle Choir is coming back! KSL's Doug Wright joins Boyd to give a sneak peek at his special for General Conference weekend about how the world famous choir is returning after being sidelined due to COVID-19 restrictions.
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Democrats are deep in negotiations over the infrastructure bill, as well as President Biden's $3.5 Trillion spending package and the debt ceiling. Some see the fights between the progressives and the moderates as potentially tanking the legislation. ABC News Correspondent Faith Abubey gives an update on where the legislation is.
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They say curiosity killed the cat. But Boyd's monologue argues that the biggest threat to our republic is our lack of curiosity about others and other ideas.
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Twitter, Facebook, YouTube. They're being blamed for increasing polarization in America. But Joe Lancaster from Reason Magazine uncovered some new research that shows it's not Big Tech--it's regular people that are becoming more intolerant and choosing to live in their own bubbles.
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What do Americans think about religion in public schools? Kelsey Dallas with the Deseret News breaks down some surprising new numbers that show they're more open to the idea than previously believed.
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Fresh off a vote in the House of Representatives, Congressman Blake Moore called to update Boyd about the infrastructure, spending, and other bills that are tying up Washington. How should we really be thinking about how D.C. spends your money? Congressman Moore also gives a preview of tonight's Congressional Baseball Game.
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America has gone through some huge changes over the past decade and a half, and the fault lines in our society make it seem like everyone is at everyone else's throats. How did we get here? Columnist and one of America's foremost intellectuals, George Will, talked with Boyd about his new book, American Happiness and Discontents, that looks at the issue. They also discuss why rediscovering curiosity will go a long way towards fixing our problems.
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Martin Luther King III encouraged togetherness during a rousing speech at BYU today. Boyd looks at what he said and the concept of the "Beloved Community".
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The Environmental Protection Agency has finalized a new rule that would cut hydrofluorocarbons--chemicals that are worse for climate change than carbon dioxide--by 85% over the next 15 years. The Washington Post's Dino Grandoni talks with Boyd about how this change will affect our planet, your home and office, and if businesses can adapt.
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Congress is facing several major deadlines this week...deadlines to raise the debt ceiling, to fund the government, and to pass two major spending bills. Boyd looks at the politics behind everything and where Congressional Democrats stand in meeting their goals.
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The Gabby Petito case has shined a spotlight on domestic violence. But many times a bad partner starts by emotionally abusing their victim. Dr. Kristin Francis from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute joins Boyd to talk about the warning signs of emotional abuse and what we can do to help people who find themselves in a bad situation.
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Being constantly busy and distracted from what really matters is not a new thing. George Washington had some wise words on the topic more than 200 years ago. If we listen to his advice, maybe we can all put down our phones and better enjoy the company of others.
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It's Jazz Media Day! KSL's Alex Kirry takes us there and gives us a peek at the storylines shaping up this season.
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Boyd gets emotional speaking with KSL NewsRadio's Lindsay Aerts, who updates us on the story of Kyle Brown, the man who just completed an Ironman triathlon while battling terminal ALS.
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The Biden Administration is trying to preserve DACA after a setback in a Texas courtroom. Boyd looks at the administration's options and the opinion of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas that only Congress can fix the problem. He also shows how most Americans want the same things when it comes to immigration reform and why Washington gets in the way.
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Utah is in the middle of a once-a-decade redistricting process...and many rural communities want to make sure they're fully represented. But how do you strike the right balance between urban and rural areas? Utah State Representative Candice Pierucci joins Boyd to discuss the balancing act for lawmakers.
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Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has postponed the vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill that was supposed to take place today. Boyd looks at what this means for the future of the bill.
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Infrastructure. A $3.5 Trillion spending package. Raising the debt ceiling. These are just some of the pieces of legislation Democratic leaders want to pass this week. But can they? The R Street Institutes James Wallner looks at the hurdles they face and how can they get around them.
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What do Americans think of the major spending bills in Congress? Opinion pollster Scott Rasmussen has some new polls out showing where Americans are divided and united on the issues.
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President Biden is hosting the leaders of Australia, Japan, and India. Boyd will go through the issues these leaders will need to address as China criticizes what is going on.
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The bipartisan infrastructure bill is going up for a vote on Monday. Will Republicans and Democrats support the deal? Boyd breaks down what might happen to the $1.2 trillion spending package.
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A bipartisan bill to tackle criminal justice reform has died in the US Senate. Why? Senator Corey Booker and Senator Tim Scott are speaking out about what went wrong. Boyd dives into why things fell through and what this says about Washington's seriousness to tackle the issue.
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Boyd takes a look at some of the biggest stories of the day from booster shots to the House's new abortion bill.
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The Treasury Department wants to have a closer look at your bank account if your transactions are greater than $600 a year. State Auditor John Dougall joins Boyd to talk about why he sent a letter pointing out the problems with this potential policy.
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The Deseret News' Jay Evenson has a new piece looking at Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez' publicity stunt at the Met Gala and whether the numbers for taxing the rich to pay for spending really add up.
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From a pandemic to political divisions to the challenges of daily life, Americans are feeling tired. Boyd offers advice for slowing down and refilling our cups.
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How will Democrats pass their ambitious agenda with a looming deadline and competing demands from different factions in the Democratic party? ABC News Correspondent Andy Field joins us to discuss the coalition's strategy ahead of a possible government shutdown.
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Can we do anything to lower the cost of healthcare right now? Utah State University Professor Henry Eyring says there are bipartisan solutions that policy makers could implement to make a difference.
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We are 9 months into the New Boss of the Biden administration in America. And while President Biden ran as the polar opposite of former President Trump, Boyd breaks down the similarities between the two that are starting to emerge.
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Boyd continues his conversation with Sean MacIntyre, Founder & Managing Director of DIYwealth.com and known as the Finance Daddy, about building your wealth in a volatile economy.
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With the debate over crytocurrencies, stock market volatility, and fears of rising inflation.... how can you sort through all the noise and make the best financial decisions for yourself? Sean MacIntyre, the "Finance Daddy" and Founder & Managing Director of DIYwealth.com, has launched a new newsletter and blog to help us regular people navigate the twists and turns of the economy.
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The border crisis is becoming worse, as more people from more Latin American countries come to the US. And people from both sides of the political aisle aren't happy about it. Boyd talks about what is and isn't being done about the situation.
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The Democrats are moving forward in their plan to pass the $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill. They are now saying they can pay for it all. Boyd breaks down how lawmakers intend to pay for it and how this might impact the vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill on Monday.
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Boyd's monologue looks at what true leadership actually looks like.
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Boyd revisits conversations with three recent guests on the show to help answer the question: how can we really help each other?
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The Church News editor Sarah Jane Weaver chats with Boyd about the First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints asking everyone to wear masks in the temples. She also gives everyone some historical context to mask wearing in the temples.
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Some lawmakers are publicly freaking out about raising the debt ceiling, pointing fingers and predicting economic doom if we don't raise it. But Boyd points out the flaws in that logic, what the real story on debt is, and what we should be discussing instead.
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A new report from the Kem C. Gardener Institute says the defense industry boosts Utah's economy by $19.3 billion. Lead author Josh Spolsdorff talks to Boyd about why that is.
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Deseret News reporter Lois Collins looks at a new study showing that households headed by single mothers have made some serious economic strides in the 25 years since welfare reform passed. Why is that, and what do we need to do to make things even better?
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Senator Mitt Romney got into a heated exchange with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over the border yesterday. Boyd breaks down what they said and the real questions facing the country on immigration.
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State Senator Curt Bramble is hosting a public hearing on what Utah's response should be to President Biden's proposed vaccine mandate. He discussed the need to hear from everyone and how things will be kept civil and respectful.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the problem of isolated leadership and why going it alone rarely leads to good outcomes.
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A new report in the Wall Street Journal shows that Instagram is terrible for teenage girls, with internal documents from its parent company Facebook linking the photo sharing app to body image issues for up to 1 in 3 teenage girls. Why is that? Jessica Holzbauer from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute talks with Boyd about what can we do to make our daughters mentally stronger and help them better navigate the world of social media.
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How much do churches and other religious institutions add to the economy? It might be more than the worth of many major corporations combined. Brian Grimm with the Religious Freedom and Business Foundation chatted with Boyd about the eye-popping number.
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Republican activists and lawmakers are having trouble rallying opposition to President Biden's spending plans. Wall Street Journal reporter Julie Bykowicz talks with Boyd about why that is and what strategy is actually working with voters.
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Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) rafted down the Colorado River recently discussing solutions for climate change. They talked with Boyd about their adventure, the value of bipartisanship, and what we need to be looking at to solve the problem.
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European Union leaders are stepping up and defending France in its spat with the United States. Boyd looks at the tricky waters President Biden has to navigate to restore our allies' confidence, as well a problem Congressional Democrats created for him with Israel.
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President Biden gave a speech to the United Nations General Assembly today. Boyd looks at what he said and whether it will move the needle with key allies.
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Boyd's monologue revisits the challenges Democrats face in getting their agendas passed and calls on Congress to focus on what's important to help the American people.
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The Orrin G. Hatch Institute hosted a sit down with Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) about a bipartisan bill to increase civics education. Matt Sandgrin, who moderated the forum, talks with Boyd about what Senator Cornyn said and the importance of civics education.
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Continuing the conversation with the Manhattan Institute's Michael Hendrix, Boyd looks at other factors like education and quality of life issues that are making people who live in cities more centrist.
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America is becoming more multicultural and urban, leading some commentators to argue that we'll only see progressives elected in the future. But The Manhattan Institute's Michael Hendrix has new numbers showing people in cities, regardless of race, are much more centrist than previously believed.
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The Washington Post's Olivier Knox joins Boyd to give a preview of President Biden's speech to the United Nations on Tuesday. What challenges does the president face with our allies, especially France, as he rallies them to support his plans?
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When you think about what's dividing America today, many would probably say things like the government, the media, or cancel culture. But The American Enterprise Institute's Tim Carney argues the real dividing forces in our country are a little closer to home.
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Congressional Democrats are trying to pass an infrastructure bill and a $3.5 Trillion spending package, as well as raise the debt ceiling. But is there strategy to get these items over the finish line a flawed one?
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As the fights over the debt ceiling and spending packages drags on, how will President Biden navigate these crises? And is he having a credibility problem on other items in his agenda? Boyd takes a look at the challenges he is facing.
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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas gave a speech yesterday at Notre Dame law school warning people not to politicize the judiciary. Boyd looks at his words, his upbringing in the segregated South, and how the justices really interact with one another.
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How do you price a life? That was the question facing Kenneth Feinberg in the days after 9-11. He joined Boyd to talk about his work on that tragedy and the shares stories of the people behind the insurance payouts.
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An organization to help give a voice to Hispanic businesses is starting up in Washington D.C., and Utahns are playing a crucial role in making it happen. U.S. Hispanic Business Council President and CEO Javier Palomarez talks with Boyd about what they're doing and why it matters.
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State Representative Suzanne Harrison, who is also an anesthesiologist, got booed during a committee hearing this week on Utah's Capitol Hill when she shared her experiences working in the hospital during the pandemic. She chatted with Boyd about the need to be kinder when we talk about important issues, and encouraged people to get out of the political space and speak with your doctor about COVID-19.
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Crisis can reveal who the true leaders are. Mike Gifford, the CEO of Vivent Health, talked with Boyd about how they responded differently and successfully after COVID-19 hit last year.
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If you could offer one piece of advice to the world, what would it be? Scott Miller, bestselling author and host of FranklinCovey's podcast "On Leadership with Scott", interviewed 30 people with important insights to share and put them all in a book. Scott joins Boyd to talk about "Master Mentors: 30 Transformative Insights from from Our Greatest Minds".
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Building off Elder Christofferson's words, Boyd's monologue drills down on the topic of moral relativism by showing how putting the self above civil society is usually not a good idea.
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Earlier this month, Elder D. Todd Christofferson, an apostle in the Quorum of the Twelve of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, gave a devotional at Utah State University. His message was directed at Gen Z...those born after 1996...with lessons for how to avoid the traps set by modern society and its worldly philosophies.
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President Biden's slate of executive orders has angered some people as unconstitutional. But Chris Stirewalt has a new piece in The Dispatch detailing how presidents and Congress have shredded the Constitution over the past few decades. He also talks about the dangers of letting one person or unaccountable agency rule over millions of people on a whim.
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State Senator Mike McKell wants Utah to better regulate Big Tech companies. Boyd checked in with him to see where his bill on the issue is and asks what the state can do to ensure equal access.
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President Biden has announced an alliance with Britain and Australia to counter China's influence in the Pacific. Boyd breaks down what is in the deal and what that means for the future.
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It's been 20 years since the Authorization of Use of Military Force in Afghanistan. Anthony Marcum from the R Street Institute called in to talk about what we've learned from it and how it applies to our national security challenges today.
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Americans are spending more in taxes than food, healthcare, clothing, and entertainment combined. State Rep. Robert Spendlove, who also works for Zions Bank, talks about the real numbers, as well as a new survey from the U showing Utahns are pessimistic about the business climate in the state.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the need to give people the space to change--and the new media landscape and cancel culture that is not allowing it.
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A bipartisan bill inspired by a Utah company just unanimously passed the Senate. Senator Mike Lee joins to talk about the "Made in USA" bill and how it could help all companies sell their products more easily.
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Congressional Democrats and some Republicans want to expand the Child Tax Credit. But Patrick T. Brown from the Ethics and Public Policy Center has a fascinating new piece in the New York Times pointing out that many working-class families of all racial backgrounds are frustrated by the ways government tries to help them, and they don't have a seat at the table when policy is being made for them.
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Congress is gearing up for a fight over the debt ceiling. But what will actually happen between now and October? James Wallner from the R Street Institute gives his thoughts.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom crushed the recall effort against him last night. What can Utah learn from what happened? And how could the result affect all of us in the future?
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Over the past couple of days, faith leaders from around the world met for the G20 Interfaith Forum in Bologna, Italy, focusing on making friends and religious freedom. Boyd looks at what Elder Ronald A. Rasband of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and Sister Sharon Eubank, First Counselor in the Relief Society General Presidency, from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints had to say.
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If Congressional Democrats get their way on taxes and spending, companies could be footing the bill, even in low tax states like Utah. Alex Muresianu from the Tax Foundation crunched the numbers and talks about what local businesses can expect to be paying and what that means for them on the national and international markets.
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President Biden is privately meeting today with Senators Krysten Sinema (D-AZ) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) as negotiations continue over his spending proposals. But what will really be happening behind the scenes? And how could the political concept of the "Rotating Villain" help explain what is really going on?
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Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor was sworn in to the nation's highest court using what she called a "Mormon Bible"...even though she is not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Boyd has the amazing story behind why she wanted to use the Book of Mormon on her special day and what that experience can teach us all.
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Both Liddy Huntsman and Nate Checketts have Type 1 diabetes. They joined Boyd to talk about their work for the Beyond Type 1 organization and why it's important for diabetics to make a community and help one another.
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The California Recall election is going on today. Boyd chats with KSL NewsRadio's Kelli Pierce, who lived and reported in the state for years, about what's happening behind the scenes politically, who will come out on top, and what it all means for Utah.
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What are Democrats and Republicans most afraid of? Scott Rasmussen has a new poll outlining each side's deepest fears. While the results might be surprising, what does it say about our ability to come together and see people for who they really are?
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Edna Adan Ismail has been called the Mother Teresa of Africa. She has led a fascinating life and has been a pioneer in the fields of medicine, politics, and women's rights in her home country of Somaliland. She was in Utah recently and sat down with Boyd for an extended interview about her life and work to empower women and girls.
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President Biden is being roundly criticized for a proposed vaccine mandate that will be handled through the Labor Department. But the Republican response in the House, where they tried to get the Judiciary and Transportation committees involved, is also leaving many scratching their heads. It begs the question: Is this any way to run a government?
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Secretary of State Antony Blinken faced some extremely tough questions from Senator Mitt Romney (R-Utah) over the withdrawal in Afghanistan. What does it reveal about what happened and how political figures twist the narrative to suit their own ends?
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Carl Arky from UTA joins guest host Marty Carpenter to talk about Rail Safety Week and the importance of staying alert near railroad crossings.
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KSL NewsRadio's Scott Mitchell calls in to talk about BYU winning this weekend's Holy War and breaking their losing streak against his Utes. He also discusses what this means for the future of BYU's program.
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How legal are vaccine mandates? University of Utah law professor Paul Cassell gave an interview to KSL NewsRadio's Dave and Dujanovic about whether President Biden's proposed vaccine mandate is legal and some of the legal issues that could be coming up in the fight over mandates. Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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Former President George W. Bush gave his thoughts on togetherness at a 9-11 tribute in Pennsylvania. Guest Host Marty Carpenter looks at the speech and why he might have said what he said.
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How will businesses respond to the president's vaccine mandate? And what sorts of things are they weighing when crafting their own policies? Don Willie from the St. George Chamber of Commerce explains what choices companies and workers are facing. Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall is asking for an extension of the school mask mandate. KSL NewsRadio's Paul Nelson was at her news conference today and chats about the differences in cases between districts and the overall COVID-19 numbers in kids. Guest Host: Marty Carpenter
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FDA administrators are coming out against most booster shots for the COVID-19 vaccine. Guest host Marty Carpenter looks at why that might be.
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President Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate has gotten a lot of press, as has the Republican response. Guest host Marty Carpenter looks at what's really going on from a strategy and communications point-of-view, as well as some of the questions this type of mandate has raised.
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For his monologue, Boyd turns the microphone over to his son, who has an interesting, healthy perspective on those who disagree with him. Maybe if we follow the advice of McKay Matheson, the world will be a better place.
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Today is World Suicide Awareness Day. KSL TV's Lori Pritchard, who lost her husband to suicide, has a powerful conversation with Boyd about her experience and what's she's learned about how to help those struggling with mental health issues. She also has a project speaking to those who have survived a suicide attempt.
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BYU is going to the Big 12! Alex Kirry, the co-host of KSL's Unrivaled, joins Boyd to talk about that and this weekend's Holy War game.
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Edna Adan Ismail is the first woman to be foreign minister of Somaliland and a pioneer on the continent of Africa with an amazing life story. She spoke at the DoTerra convention this week and joins Boyd to talk about her life and the importance of education. She is joined by Kirk Jowers, the President of North America and Global Corporate Relations at doTERRA International, who will give an update on the hospital the company helped build in Somaliland.
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Utah Congressman Blake Moore got some provisions added to the latest National Defense Authorization Act to help veterans and military spouses. He calls in to talk about that and more.
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The Other Side Village, a planned tiny home community for those experiencing homelessness, is getting a lot of buzz in Salt Lake City. Alan Graham, who founded a similar one in Austin, Texas, joined Joseph Grenny from the Other Side Academy to talk about how it works and the misperceptions people have about homelessness.
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What was it like on Air Force One during September 11th? Former Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Brian Montgomery was there with President George W. Bush. He shared this story, and what it was like to visit the Pentagon and Ground Zero in the days that followed, with Inside Sources.
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The President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Russell M. Nelson, is celebrating his 97th birthday today. Sheri Dew, Executive Vice President and Chief Content Officer for Deseret Management Corporation, stops by to talk about the prophet as a person and the lessons we can all learn from his life.
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The 'Weber Remembers' exhibit is kicking off in Ogden today. The Major Brent Taylor Foundation planned this as a tribute to the lives lost on 9-11. KSL NewsRadio's Jeff Caplan will be broadcasting live from this event this afternoon, but first he stopped by Inside Sources to give us a preview.
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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told lawmakers that the US is running out of money, which will probably trigger a fight over the debt ceiling before the October deadline. But that's not the only financial fight happening in Congress.
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It's National Suicide Prevention Week. In a special monologue, Boyd puts the problem in perspective and encourages those in a dark place to get help.
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The S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah is holding a unique event to commemorate 9-11: a talk focusing on the lessons we need to learn from Afghanistan. Professor Amos Guiora chatted with Boyd about it.
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Faith leaders often help people through mental health or other challenges they face in life. With the 20th anniversary of 9-11 just days away, how do those in the faith community help those who've experienced tragedy or even just a hiccup in their life's journey?
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President Biden is set to give a speech today about his 6 step plan to fight COVID-19. But will what he says matter to the American people? And why have public figures lost so much trust amongst regular Americans? The segment also opens with comments from Attorney General Merrick Garland on a challenge to Texas' new abortion law.
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The co-host of KSL's Unrivaled Scott Mitchell calls in to talk about this weekend's BYU-Utah game, BYU possibly joining the Big 12, and their Tour de Fans. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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ABC News' Andy Field gives an update on Afghanistan, as the US tries to get Americans out and the Taliban appoints people wanted by the FBI to its caretaker government.
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Could climate change raise your insurance rates? The R Street Institute's Jerry Theodorou thinks so. He talks with guest host Ethan Millard about what you can expect down the road.
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A new report in the Wall Street Journal outlines how young men are being left behind in education and other ways of life. Guest Host Ethan Millard and Producer Kelli Pierce (who is the daughter of a retired teacher) talk about why men are tuning out college and what can be done to help them consider continuing their education.
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El Salvador has adopted Bitcoin as a currency. Overstock.com CEO Johnathan Johnson calls in to talk about the significance of this, what its future is in the US, and what we need to look at when we're talking cryptocurrency.
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Crime is on the rise in many parts of Salt Lake City. Mayor Erin Mendenhall and Police Chief Mike Brown held a press conference to update people on the latest numbers. KSL NewsRadio's Mary Richards was there and breaks down what's really going on with guest host Ethan Millard.
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With millions of Americans losing their unemployment benefits today and the jobs numbers not so great, Utah State Rep. Robert Spendlove breaks down what's really going on with the economy nationally and in the state. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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Vineyard City Council member Cristy Welsh joins guest host Maura Carabello to discuss how Vineyard is taking the prescription collection box a step further to prevent addiction and overdoses.
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CEO of Weber Basin Water Tage Flint walks guest host Maura Carabello through the impacts of the ongoing drought and why Weber and Davis County are shutting off their water early.
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Deseret News reporter Kelsey Dallas breaks down the latest Supreme Court case on the Texas abortion bill.
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Tomorrow is the last day for the public to submit their opinions for either a proposed gondola or bus system in Little Cottonwood Canyon. The Salt Lake County Mayor prefers a bus option. Others prefer a gondola. Is either option a good idea? Or is it time to go back to the drawing board? Dave Fields, President and General Manager at Snowbird, joins us to discuss the ongoing debate.
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Louise Stone, Head of Recruitment and Community Partnerships at Auticon, joins guest host Maura Carabello to discuss their new office in Salt Lake City and how they're helping adults on the autistic spectrum find jobs in Utah's tech sector.
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In a recent report, Utah ranked the lowest for women's equality and representation. CEO of the Women's Leadership Institute Patricia Jones talks with guest host Maura Carabello about how we can get more women elected to public office.
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Ian Wright is the new Cultural Site Stewardship Coordinator for the Utah Division of State History. He joins guest host Maura Carabello to discuss how this new program is preserving our state's history and how you can get involved.
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Utah's First Lady Abby Cox joins guest host Maura Carabello to discuss the upcoming National Day of Service on 9-11 and how we can transform that somber day into a day of unity.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the concept of the "certain trumpet of leadership", how the public wants to answer the call of character, and how President Biden is failing on both those accounts.
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The final episode of Mr. Rogers Neighborhood aired on television 20 years ago this week. Boyd revisits an interview he did with writer Court Mann last year about Mr. Rogers letters. And what he found inside them holds important lessons for all of us.
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Utahns could soon out their driver's licenses on their phones. ABC News' Mark Remillard shares the latest announcement from Apple, as well as what the company is saying about privacy concerns.
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With booster shots, natural immunity, and COVID-19 in kids making all the headlines, how can we make sense of it all? Dr. Filip Roos with MountainStar Healthcare guides us through the latest news.
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Award-winning journalist Jane Clayson Johnson remembers 9-11 with Boyd and gives a preview of the Tabernacle Choir's event marking the occasion.
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Yesterday was International Overdose Awareness Day. Bryce Herrera from the Huntsman Mental Health Institute takes us into the mind of someone struggling with addiction and explains how we can help them.
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Boyd really, really wanted to like President Biden's speech following the end of the war in Afghanistan yesterday. But he points out the problems of blaming others and treating people like percentages.
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Dave McCann joined Boyd to discuss how BYU was able to build a name for itself in Las Vegas. Dave is a contributor to the Deseret News and is the studio host for “After Further Review,” co-host for “Countdown to Kickoff” and the “Postgame Show” and play-by-play announcer for BYU.
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Today is Overdose Awareness Day. Utah mother Terry Olsen knows what it's like to lose a loved one to an overdose. She joined Boyd for a crucial conversation about what we can do for those struggling with addiction.
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Mia Love, former Congresswoman for Utah's 4th District, joined Boyd to discuss her new role as a guest host on ABC's political talk show "The View".
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President Biden addressed the nation today following the end of the America's 20 year war in Afghanistan. Boyd breaks down what he said and what it means for America's future.
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The White House and many of the President's advisors believe we have a lot of leverage with the Taliban. But is that true? Michael Rubin, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and former Pentagon official, talked with Boyd about what these claims mean and the alarm bells they should be setting off.
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The last plane with U.S. troops left Afghanistan yesterday after 20 years of war. But hundreds of Americans and thousands of Afghans are still stranded there. Congressman Chris Stewart who represents Utah's 2nd Congressional District joins Boyd to talk about America's next steps.
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Over the course of our withdrawal from Afghanistan, the U.S. is partially relying on the Taliban to get our citizens, allies, and friends safely out of the country. But does the U.S. have any leverage over the new rulers of Afghanistan?
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The U.S. has officially pulled its troops from Afghanistan. But will we still be stuck in an "endless" war? Will we have to send troops back over to that region of the world in the near future? Some current and former policymakers are giving their thoughts (some of which they gave on Boyd's show last week).
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Gold Star Widow Jennie Taylor stops by to talk about last night's vigil for Marine Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover, who was killed in the blast at Kabul airport. She is joined by State Senator Kathleen Riebe, whose tweet about the event really captured the best of our state.
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The U.S. Department of Education is launching a civil rights investigation into Utah and four other states who do not have universal mask mandates in schools. Utah State Senate Majority Leader Evan Vickers gives his thoughts on the investigation and who should control school mask mandates.
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Jacob Kurtzer with the Center for Strategic and International Studies joins Boyd to look at the need for humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, what's blocking it, and why we need to think differently about the situation to help the most people possible.
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With the Taliban taking over Afghanistan, some eyes in the international community have turned to...China. Why? It doesn't seem like China could benefit from a country with lots of violent extremists and virtually no exports. Ian Johnson with the Council on Foreign Relations joined Boyd to dig into this emerging alliance.
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Following the news of the death of a Marine from Utah in Afghanistan, Boyd looks at some wise words from Eleanor Roosevelt on how to go forward with strength, courage, and confidence despite a bad situation.
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Congressman Blake Moore joins Boyd to talk about the situation in Afghanistan when news comes down that Marine Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover lost his life in the blast at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul.
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What did President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Bennett say following their meeting today? Boyd has a look.
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President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett met for the first time today. University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora gave us some background on the new prime minister, as well as a sneak peek at what they will be talking about and what both men want out of the meeting.
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A series of Executive Orders from President Biden have been struck down in the courts recently. Boyd explains why that is not surprising and why Congress needs to get back to legislating.
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Friends and foes of the United States are giving their thoughts on the pullout from Afghanistan. How is what's going on over there impacting how the world sees the USA?
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The Dispatch Editor and CEO Steve Hayes did a wide-ranging interview with Boyd on Afghanistan. From how we're leaving to our alliances to women's rights, the theme of false choices and bad outcomes seems to be a constant in US policy.
For only the second time in its history, The Dispatch did an all staff editorial, which you can read here: https://thedispatch.com/p/a-defeat-of-choice
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How can we respond best to any bad circumstance? Boyd looks at the words of Mr. Rogers, who urged us to look for the helpers. Senator Mike Lee also calls in to talk about what his office is doing to help people stranded in Afghanistan.
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Jennie Taylor called into Inside Sources to talk with Boyd about the 12 families who now join her as a Gold Star Widow following the violence today in Afghanistan. How should we be thinking about those and their families who have sacrificed so much?
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KSL NewsRadio's Jeff Caplan got behind the mic for Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News five years ago. But Jeff has been a highly accomplished newsman for decades, whose broadcast on September 11th was curated by the 9/11 Memorial Museum. How do we tell the difficult stories, especially on a day like today? He stopped by to give his thoughts.
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Utah stands ready to accept hundreds of refugees from Afghanistan. But how can we help them? Aden Batar from Catholic Community Services gives an update.
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Senator Mitt Romney joined Boyd live in studio to talk about the ongoing situation in Afghanistan, where 12 American service members were killed in a bombing. Senator Romney talked about where he sees a failure in leadership and what we should be doing instead.
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Why has the Afghanistan withdrawal been so disastrous? There could be many reasons, but Boyd argues that not being specific about one's goals is a big problem.
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BYU Law School is expanding it's global footprint and launching a Jerusalem Initiative, where students will be sent to the Holy Land to gain better insight into the Middle East, international conflict, and conflict resolution. Law School Dean D. Gordon Smith joined Boyd to talk about this unique opportunity.
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In this Heart of Utah story, KSL NewsRadio's Lindsay Aerts spoke with a man named Kyle Brown, who was diagnosed with ALS but still plans to compete in the Iron Man World Championships this September. Kyle is doing it with the support of his wife, who he married right after getting the diagnosis. Lindsay Aerts stops by to chat with Boyd about this inspiring story.
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Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) has been a voice of moderation and calm for years in the Senate. But over the past week, he has excoriated President Biden over the Afghanistan withdrawal. Boyd breaks down what he said and why.
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This week marks the 58th anniversary of the March on Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have A Dream" speech. To commemorate the events of that historic day, Heber Valley Railroad is hosting a big celebration this week. Executive Director Mark Nelson joined the show to tell how everyone can take part in this event.
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In a press conference today, Secretary of State Antony Blinken responded to questions about a deadline to get people out of Afghanistan. Boyd looks at the problem the Biden Administration has in trying to respond to shifting conditions on the ground.
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How are decisions of war and peace made? Former National Security Advisor HR McMaster called in to talk about what decisions are being made in the Oval Office right now and had some pointed criticism of how the Biden Administration is handling the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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The Parliament of the United Kingdom has voted to hold President Joe Biden in contempt over the "dishonor" of the Afghanistan withdrawal and some of his comments about the US military's actions. While there are plenty of nations that publicly criticize the United States, what does this say about our role in the world?
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In late breaking news, Speaker Nancy Pelosi has come to an agreement with moderate Democrats on the framework for a $3.5 Trillion infrastructure package. Boyd breaks down what's really going on and how far they need to go before making and voting on a bill.
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Utah State Rep. Jefferson Moss hosted a group of 5th graders on Capitol Hill as part of a new civic engagement program. He called in to talk about it and how to get the next generation interested in the political process. But first, Boyd will have the latest from Afghanistan.
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A new report in Axios is detailing the horrible conditions Afghan refugees are facing while being detained in Qatar and waiting for resettlement. It has many asking what they can do to help. Some Utahns have answers.
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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has a lot of competing interests as she cobbles together support for President Biden's domestic agenda. What are they? And what are the challenges the president faces?
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The G7 leaders pushed President Biden to extend his withdrawal timeline for Afghanistan. ABC News' Andy Field takes us through what went down during the summit and where we are in the fight in Afghanistan.
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The state of Utah has launched a website for people looking for apprenticeships. Melisa Stark from the Department of Workforce Services called in to talk about it. How can they can help employees and employers in this tough job market?
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In Part 2 of his analysis, Boyd looks at the confusing messages coming out of the Pentagon as Americans try desperately to leave Afghanistan.
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President Joe Biden met with G7 leaders today and told them he still plans to have all troops out of Afghanistan by August 31st--one week from now. Is this possible? How should we look at what's happening as the US leaves that country.
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President Biden's promise to restore competence to the presidency has been undercut by the images put on display from disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. To talk more about how Americans are reacting is the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah Jason Perry.
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The U.S. House of Representatives is back in session, and Nancy Pelosi has a plan to pass both infrastructure bill simultaneously by October 1st. But nine democrats are saying not so fast, the bi-partisan infrastructure bill must pass first. So, will Speaker Pelosi be able to force a vote on the two bills? James Waller, Senior Fellow at the R Street Institute, joined us to discuss the politics at play.
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Boyd's monologue focuses on our willingness to be surprise by other people, from our co-workers, friends and even adversaries.
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During the pandemic, thousands of workers got laid off causing a lot of people to re-think their career goals... but for those of us who are a little older, is it too late to start over and go back to school? Kyle Reyes Vice President of Student Affairs at UVU says maybe not.
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While we are in the middle of a housing crisis, Habitat for Humanity is doing something to help. The organization just finished building a home that will be featured in the Park City Showcase. This home is one of 26 affordable, zero energy ready homes Habitat Humanity is building in Summit County. Monika Guendner joins us now to tell us more about the project.
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In his address yesterday, President Biden announced they will be using commercial airlines to help get people out. So far, 37,000 people have been evacuated. However the Taliban is picking up its aggressions outside the Kabul airport making it hard for our allies and Americans citizens to escape. So, where do we go from here? Can we extend the August 31st deadline? And how do we engage with the Taliban moving forward?
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Elder Holland implored Brigham Young University faculty and staff, “We have to be careful that love and empathy do not get interpreted as condoning and advocacy, or that orthodoxy and loyalty to principle not be interpreted as unkindness or disloyalty to people. As near as I can tell, Christ never once withheld His love from anyone, but He also never once said to anyone, ‘Because I love you, you are exempt from keeping my commandments.’ We are tasked with trying to strike that same sensitive, demanding balance in our lives.” In a season of division and divisiveness all must learn that, “There are better ways to move toward crucially important goals in these very difficult matters—ways that show empathy and understanding for everyone while maintaining loyalty to prophetic leadership and devotion to revealed doctrine.”
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Boyd's monologue looks at the sport of baseball and tells the interesting story of a baseball coach, a player, and a parent.
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Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall announced on Inside Sources that she has signed a mask mandate for grades K-12 in city schools. Mayor Mendenhall answers questions about why she issued the mandate and why she thinks it's best for kids to be masked this fall.
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The Safe UT app is getting an upgrade to help more people. What's in it? We find out.
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Jennie Taylor and Congressman Blake Moore are getting some heartbreaking messages from people trapped in Afghanistan. They talk about the strain this has placed on veterans and others, as well as what the US should be doing to help people in need there.
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Another day, another concern about government spending. Americans for Prosperity's Tim Phillips calls in to talk about how we can incentivize Congress to spend less.
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President Biden spoke at the White House about the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Boyd discusses what he did and did not say.
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Scott Rasmussen has some interesting new poll numbers that say a lot about how the 2022 elections could go. Just who thinks government is worth the cost?
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BYU Professor Evan Ward has a new piece in the Deseret News comparing the shared values of Vice President Kamala Harris and former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley. He also encourages everyone to remember our own shared principles.
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A new report from Axios says live sports events still dominate TV watching. But will it last? KSL's Alex Kirry has some thoughts.
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Following the firing of a teacher in Lehi who bad mouthed parents and political opponents, how can we bring a love of learning and critical thinking back into the classroom? Boyd shares the story of one college doing just that.
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KSL NewsRadio's Dave Noriega stops by the program to talk about an Afghan translator who is trying to get his brother to the US.
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Adults who got their degrees later in life sometimes face barriers going back to work. Geoffrey Lanward, the Deputy Commissioner of the Utah Board of Higher Education, and Wes Smith of Western Governors University, join Boyd to talk about what we can do better.
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Curt Bench, a book seller who had an impressive collection of connected to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has passed away. KSL's Doug Wright joins Boyd to remember Bench and discuss his influence in the community.
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House Democrats have sent letters to drug companies urging them to lower prices on Insulin. But what is really causing these price spikes and how can consumers and companies fight back? Dan Liljenquist with CivicaRx gives us an inside look at the pharmaceutical business and shares his thoughts.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the controversial comments that a now-fired Lehi teacher made in the classroom and explores the bigger issue of how we can become arrogant when not considering another person's point of view.
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There are around 11,000 Americans and thousands more Afghans trying to leave the country as the Taliban take control. But what are the chances they will get out? ABC News correspondent Andy Field has the latest update.
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How do we show compassion for those experiencing homelessness? Recently, a memorial service was held in Salt Lake City for the over 100 people who died without a friend or family member to claim them. Alex Boye joins to chat about what it was like when he experienced homelessness as a teenager and how we can all help.
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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and General Mark Milley gave an update on the situation in Afghanistan and reiterated that there was no intelligence indicating that the country would fall so quickly to the Taliban. Boyd analyzes their comments and takes a look at what's really going on.
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Congressman Bruce Westerman (R-AK), the ranking member of the Natural Resources Committee, and Utah Congressman Blake Moore are in the state to survey water rights and other issues. They sat down with Boyd to talk about their visit and how we need to approach environmental issues.
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Former State Department official and Iraq War veteran Matthew Hoh is optimistic there can be peace short term in Afghanistan, despite what has been going on. He also gives his thoughts on why women's status in the country won't change in many areas.
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What can we learn from a children's book? Boyd takes a page or two out of one to encourage us all to see the beauty surrounding us.
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Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill wants to see some changes in how people are prosecuted. He calls in to talk about the importance of criminal justice reform and why he'd like the White House to take a look at the issue.
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Boyd looks at the highs and lows of President Biden's speech to the nation on Afghanistan. The speech has Boyd raising questions about the president's staffing and his lack of action when consulting the international community.
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103.5 The Arrow DJ Jon Smith, a veteran of the Iraq War, has spoken to more than 100 soldiers since Afghanistan fell to The Taliban. Why is it so hard for them to talk publicly about what happened?
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University of Utah Law Professor Amos Guiora joins Boyd from Israel to break down what the US continually gets wrong about the Middle East and expresses his concerns for the people stuck in Afghanistan.
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The Deseret News' Katie McKellar attended the state's first public redistricting committee meeting. She talks about what happened and how regular Utahns could redraw the maps.
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State Rep. Mike Schultz sat down with Inside Sources to walk through the state's efforts to bring more refugees to Utah. KSL NewsRadio's Kelli Pierce joins the conversation.
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With The Taliban taking over Afghanistan, many Utahns want to help refugees from that country. Utah Refugee Connection's Amy Dott Harmer explains how people are stepping up and encourages everyone to help refugees and those in need in their community.
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The United States errored in not necessarily leaving Afghanistan but how the military left was a big deal with how easily the Taliban was to take over that country. This hurts the U.S. on the world stage in how they can be viewed when aiding foreign countries.
U.S. is now sending troops back to help gain order in the country.
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Author Oliver Burkeman joins Boyd to talk about his new book, "Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals". How can we take a step back, relax, and not get caught up in the cult of busyness?
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Former national security adviser H.R. McMaster discusses the idea of strategic empathy. He chatted with Boyd earlier this year on the "Therefore, What?" podcast about how the America needs to pay more attention the other countries when trying to help them, look at their perspective, and not force American values on them.
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Congressman Chris Stewart joined Inside Sources to discusses why he's upset with how the United States left Afghanistan. And he has some strong words for those who surround President Biden.
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President Joe Biden spoke to the nation today about the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan and the ensuing chaos. The President said he does not regret the decision but was surprised in how quickly the Taliban was able to take over the capital so quickly.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the legacy of Ronald Regan's tax cuts, which were signed into law 40 years ago today.
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The Pentagon has announced it is sending 3,000 more troops to Afghanistan, a move that surprised a lot of people because we had been rapidly withdrawing from the country. What is really going on, and is this the right strategy? World Trade Center Utah President and CEO Miles Hansen calls in to outline the problems with the USA's exit strategy.
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The return of fall means the return of a bunch of different sports from football to basketball at all levels. But in some ways this upcoming season is going to look very different. KSL's Alex Kirry stops by to talk about paying college athletes, bandwagon fans, and more.
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The Dispatch's Chris Stirewalt returns to talk about how the rise and fall of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is a symptom of a larger problem we have in the US. He also gives his thoughts on what the conservative movement needs to do next.
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How is all the partisanship at the federal level affecting your vote for mayor or city council? Boyd continues the conversation with Gregory Weiner, who has a new piece in the New York Times "This is no way to rule a country". What can we being doing differently to fix our broken political system?
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Should we put all our hopes and dreams in one politician, political party, or bureaucracy? Maybe that's not the best idea. There is a fascinating new piece in the New York Times about the dangers of centralized power and why we need to return our government back to its system of checks and balances. The author of "This is no way to rule a country" Gregory Weiner chats with Boyd.
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Rep. John Curtis (R-UT), who launched the Conservative Climate Caucus in June, took President Biden to task on Twitter over his policy on oil drilling and OPEC. He joins Boyd to explain what should be done differently and how to balance the continuing need for oil with green energy alternatives.
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Trust in government and in our institutions are at all time lows. And that has bled into distrust of other people sometimes. But where does this skepticism come from? Is it healthy? Or is there a better way to approach life, institutions, government, and each other?
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Fans of film and fans of baseball have waited for over 20 years for a dream-come-true game to be played on a little field tucked in to the cornfields of Iowa. Tonight, the Chicago White Sox and New York Yankees will play on the real 'Field of Dreams." But what can we learn from the movie and from the game? Boyd also shares his experience visiting that field years ago.
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The University of Utah has a new president: Taylor Randall. President Randall has been serving as the dean of the David Eccles School of Business for the past 12 years, where he has won praise for elevating women and first generation college students. But what is his vision for the university? President Randall joins us for his first one-on-one interview.
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Duke Johnson, Associate Director of Education & Exhibits at the Clark Planetarium, joins Boyd to talk about a cool event they have tonight that will take people to space virtually, and the awe-inspiring meteor shower we could see in real life through the weekend.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has issued a message to members of the faith this afternoon: wear masks and get vaccinated. How will this move the needle for the better? The Church News Editor Sarah Jane Weaver joins Boyd to discuss.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the power of the pen and argues that ink is the greatest cure for problems.
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The Deseret News' Katie McKellar walks us through a new Forbes report that says Utah is #1 in GDP.
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What will Utah get out of the Infrastructure bill? And are those projects popular? Longtime political strategist Maura Carabello joins to walk us through the latest numbers.
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If the House passes the Infrastructure bill, how will the Utah Legislature prioritize the money? What competing interests will they need to balance? State Rep. Robert Spendlove calls in to give us peek at the decisions lawmakers will face in the weeks ahead.
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Should Utah switch from taxes to user fees? A new report from the Kem C. Gardner Institute says the state should consider it as the nature of work and commuting changes. Lead researcher Phil Dean explains how that would work and how we can protect the pocketbooks of the poor.
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Does it seem like your favorite college team switches conferences all the time? What's behind all this movement? Coastal Carolina University President Michael Benson joins Boyd to discuss a not so obvious reason why.
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In an address at the White House today, President Biden called out OPEC for not pumping enough oil and big oil companies here in the United States for keeping prices high. But Utah Congressman John Curtis is calling out the president.
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The Senate took another step towards passing a $3.5 Trillion spending package that would pay for everything from free community college and universal Pre-K to climate change and Medicare. That's on top of the $1.2 Trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill and trillions more during the pandemic. But how much are we spending in total...and how much will you have to pay for it?
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Boyd's monologue looks at the inescapable bond of trust.
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Businessman Jake Hunsaker has announced his bid for Utah's 4th Congressional District. This has been a hotly contested district over the years, drawing national attention and millions of dollars. Jake tells us why he's getting into the race and challenging incumbent Burgess Owens (R-UT) in the Republican primary.
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This has been a very tough year and a half for our kids, especially mentally. But how can we talk to our children about their fears and what's going on in the world? And how can we make them more mentally resilient? Dr. CJ Powers from the University of Utah calls in with some advice for all of us.
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Today, the Senate passed the bipartisan Infrastructure bill 69-30. What are the politicians saying about the vote and the bill?
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The Point is a new development that is coming to the old prison site in Draper. Plans released just a couple of hours ago show everything from bike trails to concert venues to jobs will be just a 15 minute walk. But what's the next step in the project? The Point Executive Director Alan Matheson joined Boyd to break it all down.
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How do we best respond to the pandemic...so we protect people's health and their rights to make a medical decision? What is the balance between local control and state laws? State Senator Todd Weiler gave us an inside look at what lawmakers will have to weigh as they make good policy in the state of Utah.
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What lessons can we learn about healthy skepticism and not falling for the cult of personality from the story of Governor Cuomo? And when have moments of political scandal led to clarity?
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New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is resigning following a sexual harassment scandal. Boyd looks at the fall of a media darling and the lessons this story has for everyone.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the lessons learned from the Tokyo games as the torch is passed to a new city.
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The Taliban has taken over six provinces in the last four days. Miles Hansen from World Trade Center Utah looks at what questions we should be asking as more US troops pull out of the region.
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Boyd looks at what we can expect at future Olympic contests in China, France, and beyond. And what can Utah do to secure either the 2030 or 2034 Winter Games?
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With the Tokyo 2020 games at a close, Boyd looks back at some of the most inspiring athletes.
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Davis Smith stays on to continue his conversation with Boyd on how capitalism done correctly can solve problems. He has also acquired a new (or old?) company: what is it, and how will he integrate it into Cotopaxi, which is known for responsible capitalism?
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Cotopaxi's Davis Smith and Annie Agle joined Boyd to talk about how they have built the successful, Utah-based company with ethical principles.
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Boyd continues the conversation with former Utah Governor Gary Herbert on the problem of the national debt and what that means for the Republican Party and the USA.
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Florida Senator Rick Scott faced serious questions from Fox News host Brett Baier over Republican hypocrisy on the national debt. Former Utah Governor Gary Herbert sat down with Inside Sources to give his take on the problem of D.C. not taking this crisis seriously.
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Boyd's monologue looks at what we can learn from recent Japanese history and the Olympics to find the true path to peace.
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Utah Congressman Blake Moore has serious concerns with President Biden extending the Eviction Moratorium. He called in to explain why and what the downsides are when government officials do not follow the law.
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In Part 2 of Boyd's conversation with former Utah Governor Mike Leavitt, who was just announced as the President of the Tabernacle Choir, they talk about how he plans to increase the visibility of the already famous choir. And how do you grow a brand the right way in the age of digital media?
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Former Utah Governor Mike Leavitt has been named the new President of the Tabernacle Choir. He sat down with Boyd at the Conference Center about the new post and the future of the choir.
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Will the infrastructure bill pass? Boyd's sources in D.C. say there could be some hurdles ahead of a vote on Saturday.
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Staying with the question a little longer, Congressmen Stewart, Diaz-Balart, and Himes discuss the specific security threats the United States faces in the 21st Century, how to handle wayward regimes, and why there is reason for hope in the future.
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Congressmen Chris Stewart (R-UT), Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL), and Jim Himes (D-CT) joined Boyd in studio to talk about The Security Summit they attended in Salt Lake City today and the challenges America faces in the 21st Century.
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Jon Smith, the morning show DJ for 103.5 The Arrow--who also happens to be a volunteer firefighter--is asking people to STOP calling 9-1-1 to report smoke from these latest wildfires. The system is getting overwhelmed!
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Boyd looks at the story of an Olympic medalist from Utah and what we can learn from dipping our toes in many waters instead of focusing on one thing.
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President Biden has signed an executive order on climate change that could speed up the nation's transition to electric cars. ABC News' Andy Field joins to talk about what's in the executive order and what the president hopes to achieve with it.
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The Congressional Budget Office should have their score on the Infrastructure bill soon. And rumor is it's bad. What does that mean for the future of the bill and the taxpayer dollars that could fund it?
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Some scientists are questioning the data around Long COVID, a condition where people who come down with COVID-19 still experience symptoms months later. Phil Magness with the American Institute for Economic Research explains what's going on, and what that means for taxpayers and those suffering from the aftereffects of coronavirus.
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A group of kids in Highland, Utah is running miles and miles to help people in Africa get clean water. Organizer Jennifer Lambert explains how a way for kids to get exercise turned into an even greater experience.
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Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall unveiled a plan to help people who are experiencing homelessness. She talks with Boyd about how we can best solve this complex issue.
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Senators Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer are each accusing the other side of causing the debt ceiling problem. But who is really to blame for the debt bomb the U.S. faces?
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Boyd takes a look back on politics and how men in power on both sides of the aisle can cause destruction to their female cohorts.
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This afternoon, the White House held a panel with community and faith leaders in Utah about how President Biden's Build Back Better Agenda would impact families in our state. Scott Howell, was at the Families First Event, and he joins us now to talk about what they discussed.
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Utah's tech sector wants its voice to be heard in Utah's policy debates. This week, Silicon Slopes launched a new, nonpartisan political action committee in an effort to come to the table. Slopes PAC CEO Sunny Washington is here to tell us what it's all about.
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Sunday night the full transcript of the infrastructure bill was released. Not only is there plenty of pork, the math for paying for the bill is questionable.
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This year's Olympics have really brought the issue of mental health front and center. Thanks to athletes like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka who have spoken out about their own struggles, we've learned a lot about what it's like to be someone dealing with this issue and how to have a little grace. Tony Mosier, founder of Choose Mental Health, joins us to discuss some of the mental health lessons we've learned from the Olympics.
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Yesterday, New York Attorney General Leticia James announced New York Governor Andrew Cuomo had sexually harrassed 11 women. The Governor denied any wrongdoing on his part. And he has yet to resign despite Democratic leaders, including President Biden, calling for his resignation. Will we let this slide like we have so many times before? And how can we hold people in power accountable?
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Across the country, the call for people to get vaccinated has turned to pleading. And while vaccine hesitancy is declining, there are still a lot of Americans who are unsure about the shot. Getting the country to a place where there are less deaths and less infections will require more and more people to get vaccinated. So how can we help persuade the unvaccinated? And how can listening to their concerns make a difference?
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How can we communicate better with other people? People who need to make better decisions in their lives. Does shame work? Bullying? Fear? Or is there a better way? When it comes to the Coronavirus, some Americans are still hesitant to get vaccinated, despite the evidence out there that these vaccines do in fact work. So maybe, it's not the unvaccinated we should be piling the blaming on... maybe it's us, and the way we're talking to them, who are partially responsible for where we are now.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the lessons self-described Hollywood liberal Matt Damon learned from befriending a "redneck Republican"...and shows how we're really not that divided after all.
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Are Olympic athletes more interested in personal agendas than playing for their country? KSL's Scott Mitchell stops by the studio to explain why the US women's soccer team collapsed during a semi-final and what that means for the rise of the activist-athlete.
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New Utah County registrar Josh Daniels calls in to explain the importance of voting in municipal elections and what you need to know to vote in the upcoming ones. The decisions made on city councils and school boards often affect you more than what happens in Washington, D.C.
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With everything so politicized these days, some people are wondering whether the United States should have a third, more centrist party. But is there another way to fix what's broken in Washington? Political analyst Thomas Koenig has an interesting new piece in "The Dispatch" with an idea that may be much better.
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox got very frustrated today at people who won't get the vaccine or mask up. But Boyd thinks this probably wasn't the best way to get people to change their behavior...and points out the better ways politicians and doctors are getting the message out.
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Utah Policy's LaVarr Webb joins the show to explain the connection between voting in the midterms and the government you end up with.
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The R Street Institute's James Wallner takes us behind the scenes in Washington, D.C. and explains how the infrastructure bill might actually get passed.
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Special interests are starting to lobby for the infrastructure bill. Boyd looks at their pressure campaigns on certain Senators and what that means for taxpayers.
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There is a lot of celebration in Washington, D.C. after a bipartisan group of senators agreed on an infrastructure package. But not everyone's happy...progressives say they'll hold it up in the House. And Utah Senator Mike Lee says he has some serious concerns. He called in to explain.
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Boyd's monologue explores the comeback of Utah gymnast MyKayla Skinner (which he predicted on the show).
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Congress loves cobbling together various types of legislation into giant omnibus spending bills. Often times, these bills are named for one thing...while packing in funding for a variety of unrelated topics. Take for example the Democrats' infrastructure bill which is loaded with funding from childcare to climate change. Former Congresswoman Mia Love tried to stop this practice when she was in office. She joins us to discuss why it's important to only deal with one topic at a time.
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There is a lot of chaos in Washington, D.C. with different groups fighting over spending and infrastructure bills. With the Democrats fractured, how can Republicans use the turmoil to their advantage ahead of the 2022 midterms?
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Boyd looks at some of the amazing stories coming out of the Olympics and what we can learn from it.
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Jennie Taylor, host of the KSL Podcast Relentlessly Resilient and an advocate for veterans and their families, took part in the Never Forget walk this weekend. She talks about it and how Utahns can remember those lost on 9-11.
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If you read any of the headlines from this weekend, you might be a little scared for the future. "The Delta variant is as contagious as chickenpox" the New York Times said. But they aren't the only ones sensationalizing the new data coming out about the virus and its transmissibility. Fox News, NBC, and the Washington Post have all contributed to the hysteria. So, if the headlines aren't telling you the whole story, how do you know what's true? To understand what's going on and what the risks are, you have to look beyond the headlines.
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We have an infrastructure bill! But what is in all 2,702 pages? Will Utah benefit from this? Or is spending this much money...even if it's left over pandemic spending...worth it? Senator Mitt Romney, who helped negotiate the bill, joins to tell us why he thinks it's a good idea.
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The Other Side Academy is one step closer to building another tiny home village for the homeless after Salt Lake City took another step in the approval process. We're continuing our conversation with Joseph Grenny, co-founder of The Other Side Academy, about this important project and other ways we can improve the lives of the chronically homeless.
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Boyd's monologue looks at who are the true entrepreneurs?
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There are stories grabbing all the attention...and ones just under the surface that could have a big effect on your life. It's our news roundup.
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Salt Lake City is taking the next step towards approving another tiny home project by The Other Side Academy. If approved, it would be built for the chronically homeless on the westside of Salt Lake City. Joseph Grenny, cofounder of The Other Side Academy, joins us talk about the project and the impact it would have on the community.
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The Olympics may not be over for Utah gymnast MyKayla Skinner: USA Gymnastics confirmed that if Simone Biles drops out of her remaining events, Skinner would replace her in the individual vault final. But even if Biles doesn't pull out, MyKayla Skinner's Olympic experience is NOT a loss.
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The CDC's eviction moratorium will end tomorrow, meaning anyone who isn't paying rent may be forced to find another place to live. Paul Smith, Executive Director of the Utah Aparment Association, joins us to discuss how this will impact Utah renters and what the state's landlords have done right during a difficult time.
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Governor Spencer Cox laid out four ways to help the state conserve water during a news conference yesterday...but is there something else that might make an even bigger difference? He sat down with Inside Sources yesterday at the ALEC Conference in Salt Lake City and talked about something the state can do to set an example and get Utahns to think differently about saving water.
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What is true and what is false when it comes to the coronavirus? It's not just regular people who ask that question: local doctors, nurses, and healthcare companies have to sift through new data to give you the best information. MountainStar Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Dr. Filip Roos explains how they sort fact vs. fiction when it comes to COVID-19, and what you should do if you have questions about the vaccine and more.
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The Afghan translators are getting visas! Yay! BUT Congress decided to pair it...with a bill on the Capitol Police. Boyd discusses the problem of merging bills and the secret stuff that goes in them.
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KSL's Ethan Millard joins Boyd to talk about the importance of investing. Those nickels and dimes can add up to stocks, and that can change someone's life.
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We have a deal on Infrastructure. But Congressional Democrats are also charging ahead on a $3.5 Trillion spending package. However, several influential members of the party are encouraging everyone to pump the breaks. Boyd breaks down the politics of what's really going on.
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Utah Senate President Stuart Adams called in live from the ALEC Conference in Salt Lake City to give an update on the event, the upcoming legislative session, what's working in Utah, and a major challenge for the state.
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Veteran political strategist Chris Wilson gives a preview of the 2022 midterm elections and highlights a race on the East Coast that Utahns should pay attention to.
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Texas Congressman Chip Roy went viral yesterday after a fiery speech questioning mask and vaccine guidelines. Rep. Maxine Waters also chewed out fellow Rep. Burgess Owens over masks. But behind the rage, are there important messages being lost? How can we communicate better when it comes to COVID-19?
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Governor Spencer Cox, who was speaking at the ALEC Conference in Salt Lake City today, gave Inside Sources a preview of what the mask guidance for Utah schools will be next year. And he answered the question of whether there are any downsides to masking young children?
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Boyd ends the hour by revisiting some wise words from Lt. Governor Mark Robinson, on the importance of letting the government minimally do it's own thing to better fit the needs of We the People.
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Utah Senator Lincoln Fillmore joins Boyd live from the ALEC convention.
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Digging a little deeper with Steve Hayes on the January 6th Commission, let's look at some of the questions Congress and Capitol Police might face.
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The Dispatch founder and longtime conservative commentator Steve Hayes gives his reaction to the Infrastructure bill and all the spending Congress is on track to approve.
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Rep. Kera Berkland joins Boyd where they deal with the mental wellness and true star power of the greatest gymnast of all time, Simone Biles
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Utah Senate Majority Leader Evan Vickers talks to Inside Sources about what to expect for the next legislative session, especially on healthcare.
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North Carolina Lt. Governor Mark Robinson, a rising star in the Republican Party, gave a speech at ALEC stressing the importance of conversation and bringing everyone to the table.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who is pegged to be a frontrunner for the Republican presidential nomination, gave a speech at the ALEC conference pushing back on COVID-19 restrictions and keeping schools closed. What does that mean for his chances in 2024?
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A few years ago, a tsunami hit Japan, and it took a baseball team to help rebuild one of its areas. Former Major League Baseball Player Akinori Iwamura is helping the community in Fukushima, Japan move forward from the tragic tsunami that hit the region in 2011 through baseball. Iwamura started a semi-professional baseball team there called the Red Hopes. And they are a powerful example of resilience.
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There's the headlines...and the headlines you missed on super important stories. Boyd remembers the late Wyoming Senator Mike Enzi and shows how the infrastructure package is on shaky ground...with the public.
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Senator Mike Lee is facing a host of GOP primary challengers in the upcoming 2022 elections. Former State Representative Becky Edwards is one of those challengers. She announced her campaign back in May, and she joins us now to talk about why she's running and how she's preparing for 2022.
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Senator Mitt Romney had some very strong words and questions for Homeland Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas today about the border wall. Boyd breaks down their battle.
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Many Americans are looking at the Olympics as a fairytale gone wrong after two of our superstar athletes fell short of the nation's expectations. Naomi Osaka is officially out of the Olympic games and will go home without a medal after losing in the third round of the tennis competition. And Team USA came in second place in the gymnastics team final after Simone Biles withdrew. So, after all their wins and everything they've been through, was it all a waste?
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It's PAC-12 media day, and our very own Alex Kirry and Scott Mitchell are in Los Angeles at the conference. They're with us on the line now to discuss the future of College Football Playoffs and a possible conference shakeup across college football.
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As the January 6th hearing gets underway, are we missing the important values of curiosity and possibility? Are we so entrenched in our way of thinking, that we're disregarding important things that could bring us together?
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Today, police officers who were present at the January 6th Capitol riot testified before the Congressional January 6th Committee. And there was a lot of emotion as members and officers recounted some of their harrowing experiences. It was a heartbreaking day for America. But the election results were certified shortly after. So, is this committee helping us move on? And what do we still need to learn from January 6th? It's time to think again.
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Boyd's monologue focuses on an important lesson he learned about taking care of the little things. It's wisdom the came from a visit to Japan.
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The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed 31 years ago today. The law has been crucial in helping people dealing with disabilities improve their quality of life, have fair opportunities to work, and be included in society. But what do we need to do for those folks in the future? Nate Crippes from the Disability Law Center and Tim Shriver from the Special Olympics join Boyd to discuss.
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31 years ago, former President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilites Act (ADA) into law. Today, on the anniversary of this historic event, President Joe Biden celebrated the bill with Vice President Kamala Harris in the Rose Garden. Boyd looks at the ADA's bipartisan roots, and how it might affect people with "Long COVID".
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How do we get young people to get involved in religion? Why should religion be respected in the public square? How can different faiths work together for the greater good? And how can political values and religious ones intersect for the best? Boyd had the enormous pleasure of sitting down this weekend for an indepth chat with His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros, the head of the Greek Orthodox Church in America about these questions and so much more.
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Elder Ronald A. Rasband of The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be the grand marshal for this year's Days of 47 Parade. He spoke with KSL-TV's Mike Heddrick about the lessons learned from the pandemic and the hope for the state that can be found reflected in this year's celebration
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Tad Callister's new book, "America's Choice - A Nation Under God or Without God" proposes "the ultimate solution to our country’s ills, namely, a return to family, moral values, and God. In doing so this book challenges those revisionist historians who often fail to cite primary sources, those who cannot resist the temptation to interpret the Constitution in the spirit of judicial activism, and secularists who would transform us from a nation under God to a nation without God—a path to certain destruction."
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BYU history professor Dr. Brenden Rensink has created a website dedicated to preserving the stories of different ethnic groups that immigrated to Utah and left a lasting impact on the communities they helped build.
For more information, go to intermountainhistories.org.
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The pandemic has been an emotional roller coaster ride for many of us. In March 2020 things felt hopeless. Then we found out the vaccines were available and it felt like we could see the light at the end of the tunnel. But Opinion pollster Scott Rasmussen has new poll numbers out showing that people's optimism toward the pandemic is falling. Why? He joins us now.
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Governor Spencer Cox has declared July 23rd as President M. Russell Ballard Day. M. Russell Ballard is the Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. And he has dedicated much of his life to preserve our pioneer heritage and unite people together from all different faiths. Sarah Weaver is a Deseret News Contributor and editor of the Church News and she joins us now to give us some more insight into how this day came about.
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After Nancy Pelosi rejected Congressmen Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) from the January 6th Committee, some commentators pointed out that this was a gift to House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy by making the commission openly political. But McCarthy has decided that Republicans would instead pursue their own investigation. What's really happening in Washington...and did Congressman McCarthy just fumble the ball?
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Large forest fires are becoming the norm in the western US. But is there a way to cut down on them? Utah Congressman Blake Moore has a new bill called the Fire Sheds Act that could help put a damper on those fires.
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What's the real price tag for all this Congressional spending? Try $8 Trillion. The Manhattan Institute's Brian Riedl breaks down the numbers and all the hidden costs.
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Boyd talks about how our actions and activities will be most beneficial when we look forward, but also when we set clear goals for ourselves.
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BYU has a new head coach for the women's cross country team. Diljeet Taylor was promoted after a successful run as assistant coach for the team. She's also Sikh, and BYU's first non-LDS head coach. Mitch Harper, KSL Insider for KSL Sports, joins us to discuss why the university is breaking away from its longstanding practice of hiring LDS head coaches and what Diljeet has to offer the program.
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In this country, we have had a hard time managing pain, especially treatments like opioids, to no fault of the medical professionals trying to help. Congressman John Curtis has taken on this issue to give more control of pain treatment plans to the patient. He spoke with us this morning about his bipartisan bill, the Non-Opioid Directive Act, which would allow patients to choose non-opioids when managing pain.
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A bill to curb the rising threat of methamphetamine passed out of the Energy and Commerce Committee today. The Methamphetamine Response Act as introduced by Representative John Curtis among others and will now make it's way to the House floor. Representative Curtis joins us this morning to discuss the increase in meth use and overdoses and how the bill could help prevent more problems.
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The U.S. life expectancy dropped by a year and a half in 2020. We haven't seen this large of a decline since World War II. And according to the CDC, the pandemic is mainly to blame for this decline. Pam Perlich, Director of Demographic Research at the University of Utah, joins us to discuss the reasons why the life expectancy fell and if we can get it back up.
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What's the real story of coronavirus in Utah? Is the pandemic petering out or is it picking up again? Dr. Brandon Webb with Intermountain Healthcare gave us an update.
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It was the case that made headlines last summer: a plot by extremists to kidnap the Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer...that the FBI says it foiled. But new evidence in the case shows the agency did more than just observe...undercover agents might have helped set up and prod the whole thing. How often does this happen in government law enforcement? And what are the legal issues around this? Greg Skourdas is here to discuss this crazy turn of events.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is forcing a vote on the bipartisan infrastructure deal this Wednesday. But... the bill isn't ready. So, will the Republicans still vote to support the agreement even without a written bill? And as Democrat Senators move forward with their $3.5 trillion human infrastructure deal, what will happen to our economy? ABC News deputy political director Averi Harper explains.
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With Jeff Bezos blasting into space today, Boyd's monologue looks at the ways mankind has pioneered...from coming to the Salt Lake Valley to going to the cosmos.
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Deseret News reporter Mya Jaradat profiled a couple of churches who did away with their buildings during the pandemic, went all online, and have still made an impact in their communities. Is this the future of church?
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The US is very divided today. But in part 2 of their conversation, Michael Boldin with the Tenth Amendment Center explains why federalism, or letting states and localities set more of their own laws, might be the answer to living in peace. He also shows how people can make more of a difference calling their local elected officials than the president.
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How do you get rid of laws you don't like? Michael Boldin from the Tenth Amendment Center joins Boyd to talk about focusing on the local level to oppose bad laws and some of the successes they've seen nationwide.
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With all the calls to regulate Big Tech or take down misinformation on social media, what is the fate of Section 230, which protects companies from being sued over things said online? Canyon Brimhall with the R Street institute calls in to discuss.
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President Biden wants Facebook to get rid of misinformation about the vaccine and ban 12 people from social media platforms. Though he's walked back those comments a bit, University of Utah law professor RonNell Anderson Jones discusses whether any president can get social media companies to take down posts and what legal issues they might run into if they tried.
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After announcing their bill, Senators Murphy, Sanders, and Lee discussed the need for Congress to take back its powers and the dangers of forever wars.
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Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), and Mike Lee (R-UT) have introduced a bill to curb the president's war powers, emergency powers, and ability to sell weapons. They held a press conference today highlighting the need to think twice before going to war.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the importance of sacred idleness and the lessons he learned while vacationing on a lake last week with his son.
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New York Times Bestselling Author Gary Ginsberg has a new book called "First Friends", where he looks at the friendships between presidents and the person closest to them. Often, these friendships shape policy. Gary did an interview with us about some of the most consequential friendships in American history.
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Pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson has some new numbers showing Americans are culturally conservative and economically liberal. Why? And what does this mean for policymakers going forward?
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Have you ever wondered what goes into making a "My Minute of News"? KSL NewsRadio's Jeff Caplan stops by to give us an inside look. It's more complex than most people realize.
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What are the real reasons people refuse to get the vaccine? It may not be why you think...and the people who don't want it are more diverse racially and politically than is commonly believed. Boyd also looks at the messaging behind the pro-vaccine push and how that can be better.
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Several Olympians have tested positive for COVID-19, including a gymnast from Utah, meaning they can't participate in the games. ABC News' Lionel Moise calls-in to talk about this, how the Olympics will look different this year, and how the athletes who can compete will adjust.
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President Biden would like to sign an infrastructure bill this week...but it hasn't been written yet. Boyd discusses why that is and how bills in Washington like this are really written to benefit the politicians in power and lessen the blowback from some other, more unpopular policies.
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Youth leaders are being trained to identify and prevent mental health issues as part of a new project from the Institute for Disability Research, Policy, and Practice at Utah State University. Dr. Ty Aller is a researcher for the Institute, and he joins guest host Ethan Millard to explain how the program works.
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Governor Spencer Cox had some harsh words for those spreading anti-vaccine messages during his monthly news conference today. Nick Wyatt from KSL NewsRadio joins to discuss everything the Governor had to say. Then, guest host Ethan Millard gets on his soapbox about vaccines.
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August 31st is the date the Biden administration has set for U.S. troops to be fully withdrawn from Afghanistan. But is the administration moving too quickly? In part 2 of our interview with Miles Hansen, President and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, he discusses his concerns, and what he thinks the U.S. needs to do to shore up the country against a Taliban takeover. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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If you're planning on cleaning out your pantry soon, don't throw out those non perishables that are still good. Utah Food Bank President and CEO Ginnette Bott says they still need those donations so people can get by this summer. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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Many of you have probably donated your blood at one time or another. But have you ever considered donating your platelets? This is a special kind of blood donation, and there is a consistent need for it. Mike Findlay is a donor recruiter for ARUP tells us everything we need to know about it. Guest Host: Ethan Millard
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If you've found a bat in your attic recently, you're not alone. This time of year, these nocturnal animals are taking up residence in homes all over Utah as their babies are leaving their roosts and learning to fly. So what should you do if you come across one in your house? Guest host Ethan Millard asks Kimberly Hersey of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources for some tips.
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Guest host Ethan Millard takes calls from conservative listeners, who explain how they view climate change and green energy.
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Utah Congressman John Curtis sat down with the Washington Post today to talk about the Conservative Climate Caucus...which he debuted on Inside Sources a couple of weeks ago...and he had some interesting things to say about how we talk to one another about serious issues like climate change. Guest host Ethan Millard asks if changing the messaging will change minds?
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President Biden has announced that the US will be getting the Afghan translators and their families out of the country by the end of July. World Trade Center Utah's Miles Hansen will explain what's happening and why it took this long.
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Senate Democrats have announced a plan to decriminalize and tax marijuana. Todd will go over what's in the bill, the bad parts of it, and how it will affect Utah.
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Equality Utah is officially 20 years old. Executive Director Troy Williams calls-in to celebrate the milestone and give a preview of the next legislative session.
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Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson has come out against the idea of a gondola to free up traffic on Little Cottonwood Canyon. Political strategist Maura Carabello will call-in to explain why she supports the idea.
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When it comes to politics, most people hyper focus on federal and state elections while ignoring local elections. But this can have major consequences according to a new BYU study. Dr. Adam Dynes, who coauthored the study, joins us to break down what he found.
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Cuba is in the headlines once again as protests break out across the country. Guest host Todd Weiler gives his thoughts, and tells about his own recent travels to the island nation.
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Senate Democrats have announced that they've reached a $3.5 Trillion budget deal. But what's in it...and do they have enough votes to pass it? Jonathan Bydlak from the R Street Institute is here to break everything down.
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Nearly 40 million households are expected to receive advance payments of the Child Tax Credit starting today. But many people are confused about how these payments will affect their taxes and tax refunds going into next year. Erica York with the Tax Foundation will explain.
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Guest Host Greg Skourdas ends the show with some words of wisdom about the good things that came out of the bad year of 2020.
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Protests have erupted in Cuba against its decades-long communist government, with many protestors upset about the economy and the country's response to COVID-19. You can see American flags everywhere during the demonstrations...but how should the US respond to them? Political commentator Ben Burgis argues that the best way to help people is to backoff and end sanctions against the island nation. Guest Host: Greg Skourdas
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Richard Branson got a lot of hate online after he took a flight to the edge of space on Sunday on his company's spaceship, with many progressives arguing his wealth should have been taxed to help the homeless instead. But Reason Magazine's Christian Britschgi has a different perspective. He says the billionaire space race actually benefits everyone. Guest Host: Greg Skourdas
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President Biden made a speech on voting rights this afternoon, raking Republicans over the coals for some of the voting bills either passed or being proposed. Guest Host Greg Skourdas examines what he said, how it applies to Utah, and whether the president's criticism is fair.
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Utah farmers have taken a lot of heat for using a lot of water during the drought. But State Representative Joel Ferry...who is a farmer himself...feels that's unfair. And he's trying to change water policy up on Utah's Capitol Hill so farmers and everyone else can better respond to droughts and get what they need. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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Does social media feel like an echo chamber of hate sometimes? New research seems to back up that conclusion. According to a recent study looking at conservative and liberal accounts, the most successful posts on social media are driven by hating people, specifically those outside our value and belief circles, AKA our outgroups. Journalist Zaid Jilani broke down the study in his piece for Inquire and joins the show to explain what's going on. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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It's not just politics. Americans have fewer and fewer friends overall now than they did in previous generations, especially men. Guest host Greg Skourdas goes deeper into comments from the American Enterprise Institute's Sam Abrams on his survey of American friendships and explains why all these things could be a recipe for disaster.
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Many Americans are ending friendships over politics, with the problem the worst among committed progressives. Guest Host Greg Skourdas breaks down an interview The American Enterprise Institute's Sam Abrams gave Inside Sources on the surprising results of his recent study.
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Guest host Greg Skordas gives his final argument urging Utahns to be more water wise.
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Guest host Greg Skordas looks at the case of a 7-year-old girl who was fatally shot in Heber City over the weekend. What can we learn from what happened? And how is the community supporting the family?
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Faith leaders are calling on Salt Lake County to allocate millions of dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act to end homelessness. Bill Tibbitts from the Crossroads Urban Center explains why and why they'll be pushing for this cause over the next few years. Guest Host: Greg Skourdas
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Thousands of Republicans headed to Texas this weekend to take part in the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC). But did the party get any benefit from it? CNN contributor and political strategist Luis Alvarado calls in to explain why not...and the problems both major parties have going into 2024. Guest Host: Greg Skourdas
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Guest host Greg Skordas looks at the case of a West Valley City Police officer accused of shooting and killing a man in a police station. What could the real story be behind the headlines?
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There has been a lot of talk about criminal justice reform lately. Utah County Attorney David Leavitt, who has been outspoken on the topic, comes on the show to point out why we shouldn't over charge people or support prosecutorial misconduct. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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For older people, even a $5 property tax increase can mean the difference between keeping their home and losing it forever. But State Senator Lincoln Fillmore wants to change that, and is trying to get the state to pass property tax deferrals for elderly homeowners. Guest Host: Greg Skourdas
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Capitol Hill Police want to open offices in several states and eventually become an intelligence agency to investigate threats to members of Congress. But Reason Magazine's Robby Soave argues that's a bad idea. He joins the program to explain why. Guest Host: Greg Skordas
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Boyd revisits an interview we did with Dennis Rasmussen, a political theorist and professor of Political Science at Syracuse University, about his book "Fears of a Setting Sun." He detailed why our founding fathers' also worried that our country and the America experiment was doomed to fail.
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Governor Spencer Cox had some interesting things to say about bipartisanship, the drought, fighting wildfires, and prayer during an interview with the Washington Post yesterday. Some may look at his comments as out of the box...but did they actually hit the nail on the head when it comes to how we should tackle the challenges Mother Nature throws at us?
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Congressman Blake Moore asked questions at a recent Congressional hearing about the Department of Defense's 15 year plan to upgrade our Organic Industrial Bases. What is an OIB, why do we need the upgrades, and what problems could there be with the plan?
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For our daily Garth Brooks contest, Boyd takes his song "Unanswered Prayers" and talks about the benefits of not getting what you wished for.
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As local and state leaders decide how to spend federal money from the American Rescue Plan, how can we ensure those dollars are used in the best way possible? It may require government to rethink how it operates. Results for America and Maycomb Capitol have proposed focusing on outcomes and working with the community when making decisions. Ben McAdams joins us to discuss how this would work.
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President Joe Biden has signed an executive order cracking down on monopolies and anti-competitive practices in a variety of industries. But while these are real problems, executive orders never provide lasting solutions.
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Supporters of President Biden's spending packages say they can pay for his plans...at least in part...by repurposing money that was not used during the pandemic. But the American Enterprise Institute's Matt Weidinger has a new piece arguing...it's all just deficit spending in the end.
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Many private and small daycares in Chicago are closing their doors thanks to the city's universal public pre-K program. It's the latest example of government taking over the private sector in an effort to help, but doing more harm than good. Kerry McDonald joins us to discuss her piece about how these daycares are being forced out of business.
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Boyd's monologue examines the "fingerprint business" and calls out those working behind the scenes.
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox...who was named to President Biden's Council of Governors and will give the president advice on national security issues and how to combat hazards like wildfires...gave an interview to the Washington Post where he looked ahead and outlined what the state's continuing coronavirus response will be. He also spoke about what has gone right and what we need to learn from...to do better in the future.
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While Congress is moving forward with anti-trust legislation targeting big tech, Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes announced yesterday that his office will co-lead a lawsuit against Google for alleged anticompetitive Play Store practices. Will Rinehart from the Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University joined Boyd to explain what's going on and whether the state has a case.
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If you watch Cable talk shows or scroll through social media, you'll see people talking over each other and others turning their comments off so they don't have to debate those who disagree with them. But if we can't talk with each other, how can we make the important changes our country needs? Christian Sagers has a great piece in the Deseret News about how we can start talking again.
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For our daily Garth Brooks contest, Boyd takes his song "Burying the Hatchet" and what we can all do to put things aside.
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Joseph Grenny joins us to provide an exciting update on the progress of The OtherSide Village and how this new approach and model can transform those who have chronically faced homelessness.
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Legendary Democratic strategist Joe Trippi is joining the Lincoln Project. He explains why, as well as give us some insight into what it's like to be a political staffer. He also gives his thoughts on what we need to do to fix Washington.
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President Biden has given an update on the continuing US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan and what will happen to the Afghan translators that helped us but are now in harm's way.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the fallacy of believing you or others are indispensable.
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Salt Lake County DA Sim Gill is pushing for the Utah Legislature to clean up the state's criminal code to make it easier for them to collect data and prosecute criminals. He also joins Boyd to talk about Camp Hope, where kids who experienced crime or trauma can get out in nature.
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KSLTV's Shara Park is headed to the Olympics! She chats with Boyd about her excitement and profiles some of the Utah athletes going to Tokyo.
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Syracuse University Professor Dennis Rasmussen has written a new book, Fears of a Setting Sun: The Disillusionment of America's Founders, where he explains how the Founding Fathers didn't think the American experiment would last this long. Professor Rasmussen call-ins to talk about the book, some of the views of the most well-known Founding Fathers, and why America has a chance of staying around, despite all of its divisions today.
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For our daily Garth Brooks contest, Boyd takes his song "Standing Outside the Fire" and explains how people can weather criticism.
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President Biden is in Chicago today to push for passage of the American Families Plan, which would fund things like childcare and universal community college. Boyd discusses the president's remarks and what it will take to get the legislation across the finish line.
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President Biden is expected to sign an executive order that could empower workers, put the breaks on the economy, or do a little of both. ABC News Correspondent Ike Ejiochi will explain what's in it.
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University of Utah law professor Paul Cassell described something called the "Minneapolis Effect" last year, where police were so focused on patrolling demonstrations that it caused them to drop the ball on homicides and gun crime, which both went up. We check back in with him to see if the data panned out.
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Boyd's monologue argues for the quality of restraint and how it always works.
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President Biden and many Democrats and Republicans in Washington are going all-in on electric vehicles. But the R Street Institute's Ashley Nunes says current government incentives are only benefiting the rich and that we need to rethink those subsidies so more people who want to go electric...can.
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In a hearing on Utah's Capitol Hill recently, state Rep. Paul Ray highlighted the need to better train police officers so victims of assault are taken seriously, their attackers prosecuted, and the officers themselves don't face burnout. Rep. Ray joins Boyd to explain what should be done instead.
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While the United States has missed its 70% vaccination goal, Utah has made one of its targets. Both President Biden and Governor Spencer Cox gave their thoughts on vaccine hesitancy and the path forward.
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Over the last few months, we've seen members of both parties working across the aisle in an effort to find common ground on big issues like infrastructure, criminal justice reform, and climate change. It reminds me of a Garth Brooks song called "Two of a Kind Working on a Full House". This is how the song goes...
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There is a new profile of Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff in The Hill, which points out that he is being sold to the public as an everyman who supports his wife...even though he is a high powered Hollywood attorney. It got me thinking...how should we view politicians and their spouses that are profiled in the media and how do we see past the sales pitch to the true person?
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Many experts agree that our federal poverty guidelines are old fashioned and need a reboot. But fixing them is not so easy, and many disagree on the how. Lois Collins has a new piece in the Deseret News that lays out what these experts agree and disagree on when it comes to fixing these guidelines and reducing poverty.
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The Senate could look a lot younger next year as more and more Millennials think about running for the upper chamber. But what are their chances of winning...and how could a younger Senate change the country? Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics gives us some insight.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the meaning of July 4th, a call to a cause worthy of the pledging of "our lives, fortunes, and sacred honor".
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In Part 2 of Boyd's conversation with Kyle and Carrie Fox from Follow the Flag, they talk about a cool event coming up on Sunday where they're going to be flying a giant American Flag in Grove Creek Canyon. Boyd also looks at some comments President Joe Biden made to the 21 new citizens who were sworn in at the White House today.
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This weekend people all over the country will be celebrating July 4th and our independence from Britain. Here in Utah, if you visit Grove Creek Canyon on Sunday, you'll be able to see an enormous American flag flying high above the trees. Kyle Fox, co-founder of Follow the Flag, and his wife, Carrie Fox, Boyd to discuss this powerful event and how we can inspire more patriotism in our community.
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A lot of people are commenting on the high turnover rate among Vice President Kamala Harris' staff members, with some people who used to work in her D.C. office saying, anonymously, that it is an unhealthy environment. But Boyd looks at what it is actually like to work as a Washington staffer and why reports like this shouldn't always be taken at face value.
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Rural Utah businesses often don't get the attention or the revenue of those in urban areas like Salt Lake or Provo. But they still offer a lot of unique and important products and services. Aaron Starks with World Trade Center Utah says they have ways to help grow this important sector of the state's economy.
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Our family plays a big role in how we approach politics. If your parents had strong political opinions, you may grow up to identify with their party of preference. This applies to the Founding Fathers as well. A new study out of BYU shows that the Founding Fathers' children played a bigger role than you think in shaping our Constitution. Jeremy Pope, author of the study, joins Boyd to explain.
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America's Freedom Festival honored President Dallin H. Oaks of the First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints yesterday for devoting his life to promoting the Constitution, God, family, freedom, and country. Boyd takes a look at his impressive legal career and his continuing study of our founding documents.
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Who are the greatest presidents of all time? Usually Washington, Lincoln, Teddy Roosevelt, and FDR top the list. But are they? We talked with historian and podcaster Tom Woods about how we should actually view the Commanders in Chief...and whether we need to reevaluate the criteria for ranking them.
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Boyd's monologue looks at what America does NOT have to declare.
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Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff is expected to visit Bryce Canyon National Park this week for the Fourth of July. His trip comes as part of the Biden Administration's tour to celebrate low COVID-19 numbers and high percentages of vaccination across the country. Utah Democratic Party Chairman Jeff Merchant joins Boyd to discuss the visit and how the Democrats are trying to attract voters in the West.
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Pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson joins Boyd to discuss her piece in the Washington Examiner "Do you feel heard?". Are the loudest voices really representative of the American people? And how do certain perspectives affect corporations and their brands?
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The Supreme Court has ruled 6-3 today that California cannot require charities to disclose their biggest donors to the government. Americans for Prosperity and the Thomas Moore Law Center (who sued) say this is a victory for privacy and free speech. Others fear that this will lead to unchecked political dark money. Continuing his coverage of the Supreme Court, Boyd looks at today's decision protecting charities' donor lists from government snooping.
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Congress is currently "in recess" for the fourth of July holiday. But insiders will tell you that recess is a myth. Some members of the Utah delegation are currently in Utah visiting with constituents and businesses. Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd from a gun range to talk about what he is hearing from businesses across the Beehive State.
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Fifty years ago, Senator Mike Gravel (D-AK) read the Pentagon Papers into the Congressional record, risking censure and expulsion from the Senate. Senator Gravel passed away on Saturday at the age of 91. His daughter, Lynn Mozier, joined Boyd to talk about his legacy, the historic moment he read the papers, and how he changed the way our government functions.
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Businesses are joining the fight against the drought: The Salt Lake Chamber is asking companies to take the H2Oath, a pledge to cut back on water use. Salt Lake Chamber President and CEO Derek Miller talks with Boyd about it, as well as the challenges businesses face when trying to cut back.
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The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 today to uphold two voting rules in the state of Arizona: one that bans ballot harvesting and another than bans people from casting a ballot in any precinct other than their own (if a county uses the precinct system). Boyd looks at what that ruling means for voting reforms across the country.
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Former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld died today at age 88. Secretary Rumsfeld often faced questions about his support for the 2003 War in Iraq. Boyd looks at what he had to say about that controversial position and his insights into government as a whole.
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The R Street Institute's Shoshana Weismann got a lot of attention on Twitter for pitting Arizona Governor Ducey, Utah Governor Spencer Cox, and Colorado Governor Jared Polis in a fight for her residency. She joins to talk about their responses and the reasons those states are growing.
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Experts and elites have a big PR problem. How big? Pollster Scott Rasmussen has some eye-opening numbers.
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Continuing the conversation, Boyd looks at what Texas law enforcement and Texas Governor Greg Abbott told former President Trump about the crime problems at the southern border.
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Boyd contrasts Former President Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris' dueling trips to the southern border.
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Rep. Blake Moore joins Boyd to talk about the news of the day, including his efforts to help retired troops find jobs and the new initiative from conservatives in Congress to clean the environment.
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Los Angeles Times reporter Mark Barabak got a lot of attention for his profile on Utah Governor Spencer Cox. He joins Boyd to explain why he wanted to talk about a politician from the Beehive State.
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Boyd's monologue looks at how the past can be a present for our future.
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A new column is blaming federalism--or letting the states take the lead instead of the federal government--for all the COVID-19 deaths in the United States. But LaVarr Webb has a new piece in Utah Policy saying...not so fast.
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Boyd continues the conversation about religious liberty. Yesterday, faith leaders and scholars got together for an interfaith panel at the University of Notre Dame, where they discussed the role of religion in society and how the Constitution makes room for both religious freedom and minority rights.
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During the Inaugural Notre Dame Law School Religious Liberty Summit, faith leaders and religious scholars, including Elder Quentin L. Cook from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, defended religious freedom against today's secular reshaping of it. In an interfaith panel, they pointed out the important roles faith and religious liberty have played in American society and how religious people can correct the narrative.
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After US Department of Defense released videos of what appear to be UFOs, or Unidentified Aerial Phenomena in April 2020, Congress demanded a report to look at these incidences. Author and editor Jason Colavito joins Boyd to tell us what is in this long awaited report and why the discussion of UFOs on Capitol Hill is far from over.
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Tucked away in the Democrats' $4 trillion spending package is a provision that would lower Medicare eligibility to those ages 55 and up. But Brad Polumbo with the Foundation for Economic Education wrote an article explaining that hidden provision might take us closer to socialized medicine.
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During the last year we have dealt with a lot of hardships due to the pandemic, and one of the biggest ones for many people has been dealing with loneliness. Deseret News reporter Lois Collins joins Boyd to talk about how, even as we slowly come out from quarantine and everything begins to open up, loneliness needs to be treated as a public health crisis.
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Many Republicans and Democrats are cheering a bipartisan deal on infrastructure. But the Manhattan Institute's Brian Riedl has a new piece in the New York Post arguing that Republicans and the public probably shouldn't be so happy: the deal doesn't fix the underlying problems of why building infrastructure is so expensive...and the there is lots more spending on the way.
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Boyd's monologue looks at some cross cultural experiences involving the Japanese and Utahns and shows how similar we all really are.
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Fireworks, Syria, and Tech Taxes. They're all part of Boyd's roundup of some of the most important stories of the day.
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The Deseret News' Samuel Benson joins Boyd to tell the story of an Afghan translator he spoke with who is desperately trying to get out of the country before the US leaves on September 11th. Many of those who helped American soldiers, as well as their families, are at risk of death because of what they did. But what is the American government doing to help them?
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Many Republicans are upset after President Biden said he would veto the infrastructure bill if it didn't come to his desk alongside the reconciliation spending bill. The President walked back those statements on Saturday, saying it was not his intent to imply he wouldn't sign the bipartisan bill. So, Boyd has to ask, do we have a deal or not?
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Jennie Taylor stops by to update everyone on her new KSL podcast "Relentlessly Resilient", what's she's doing for the 4th of July, and the efforts to honor those who served in the Global War on Terror.
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Thom Carter, Utah Governor Spencer Cox's Energy Advisor and the Executive Director of the Office of Energy Development, joins Boyd to discuss why carbon taxes are not the right choice for the state. If we want clean, green, reliable, and affordable energy, he thinks we should encourage market-driven solutions.
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Congressman Dennis Kucinich continues the conversation about his book, "The Division of Light and Power" and talks about the principles which have guided his life, including what he gained from the Black church. KSL NewsRadio's Kelli Pierce also joins the discussion.
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Former Congressman Dennis Kucinich talks about his new book, "The Division of Light and Power", where he recalls the fight to keep the city of Cleveland's publicly owned electric system out of the hands of bankers--which led to at least one assassination attempt on him. He also gives his thoughts on how to upgrade our infrastructure, avoid monopolies...and why electric rates and taxes are so high.
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In light of national conversations about police reform, The Supreme Court has ruled 7-2 in Lange vs. California that police do have some restrictions when pursuing misdemeanor suspects.
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A new bill has been introduced to increase funding for police de-escalation training in Utah. For State Representative Kera Birkeland, this issue has often been at the forefront of her mind. She joins us today to discuss why she decided to propose this piece of legislation and what it entails.
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Boyd digs a little deeper on the infrastructure deal, breaking down the negotiations and how we got to this point.
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Who can ban fireworks in Utah? Senator Jani Iwamoto is leading the effort to clarify who can do what.
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There has been a lot of controversy in recent months about the United States funding "gain of function" research--where viruses are made more deadly--at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. Some have argued that COVID-19 was an engineered virus that escaped from the lab. Representative Chris Stewart is co-sponsoring a bill to ban that research in certain foreign countries.
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A new bill has been introduced to help American families and communities navigate the challenges associated with early child care and education. U.S. Reps. Burgess Owens has introduced H.R. 3943 the Modernizing Financing of Early Care and Education in America Act of 2021. The bill establishes a bipartisan commission aimed at stopping wasteful spending in early care and education.
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After meeting with Senators this morning at the White House, President Biden has agreed to support the bipartisan infrastructure bill. However, there is no guarantee this deal will pass through Congress. Comments from Mitt Romney's interview with the Utah press earlier in the day.
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Boyd's monologue looks at how we can slow down during the ongoing concert of our lives. Because the beautiful is often found in between the notes of the concerto.
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The Supreme Court has ruled 8-1 that a high school cheerleader had her First Amendment rights violated when she was punished for a Snapchat she made off campus that had a lot of profanity in it. But what does this mean for schools' right to discipline kids for bad behavior? RonNell Anderson Jones from the University of Utah law broke down the case for us.
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As the United States military prepares to fully withdraw from Afghanistan on September 11th, the Taliban is moving in and taking control of dozens of towns. Afghanistan translators, guides, and contractors are scared for their lives. Miles Hansen joins us to discuss the withdrawal and the impact it will have on the region.
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In preparation for President Biden's next speech, Boyd tee's up the conversation by telling us what we should listen for, and key words to worry about.
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Boyd will break down the details of Vice President Kamala Harris' upcoming trip to the southern border, which is coming weeks after the president tasked her with fixing the issue.
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Boyd previews President Biden's speech on gun control and looks at what he might be proposing and why.
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The Other Side Academy hosted a training for 30 officers of the South Salt Lake Police department on how to create a culture of integrity and accountability. It was led by Letizia Ledezma, who has been in and out of the Salt Lake City Jail more than 40 times. Lt. Anderson of the SSLPD (who has arrested Letizia three times) was part of the training.
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Letizia Ledezma has been in and out of the Salt Lake City Jail more than 40 times. But she helped lead a training for South Salt Lake Police to teach them how to create a culture of integrity and accountability. Lt. Anderson of the SSLPD (who has arrested Letizia three times) was part of the training, held by The Other Side Academy.
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Boyd's monologue looks at Winston Churchill's famous quote, "We must take change by the hand or, rest assuredly, change will take us by the throat."
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A recent study by the Sutherland Institute found that civics education in Utah needs improvement. But both parents and teachers are on the same page about its importance and have pinpointed some ways to elevate it. Christine Cooke Fairbanks from the Sutherland Institute joins us to discuss some of the things that parents and teachers had to say about it.
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With federal voting rights legislation front and center, longtime political strategist Luis Alvarado talks about the diversity of Latino voters and what they are really looking for in a candidate.
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Utah is facing its worst drought on record, while wildfires just keep popping up. Jon Smith...who you know as a DJ on our sister station 103.5 FM The Arrow...is also a firefighter with a unique insight on the challenges we face this year.
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3-time Olympic gold medalist Gabby "The Flying Squirrel" Douglas joins Boyd to talk about the differences between this Olympics and past ones, how the athletes will be prepping, and the importance of a good body image/mental health in sports.
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It's difficult for regular people to find out if a Utah politician is engaged in illegal dealings. In a new column in the Salt Lake Tribune, Robert Gehrke writes about a new ruling that makes it even harder for you to figure out if something wrong is going on.
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The G7 meeting wrapped up last week with the member nations...including the United States...committing to a global minimum business tax. They say it is to stop tax cheats. But the Mercatus Institute's Veronique de Rugy has a new piece arguing that what's bad for business is bad for the regular person, too.
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Tonight, Senators will vote on whether or not to advance the Democrats' voting and election reform bill. Republicans have voiced strong opposition to the bill while Democrats claim it's critical to pass before the 2022 elections. Who is right? How can we give the American people confidence in our elections again? It's time to think again.
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Boyd's monologue looks at how the power and influence of lobbyists grow when there is important or timely legislation on the line.
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Boyd looks at the process of raising or lowering the debt ceiling, how Congress views debt, and explains why the process is broken.
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Utah State Rep. Timothy Hawkes posted a sign outside his house that read, "#droughtproud" to show off the brown spots on his lawn, and it went a little viral on Twitter. He joins Boyd to talk about that and the extreme drought the state is facing.
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The Supreme Court handed a major win to student athletes today. KSL's Scott Mitchell will break down the unanimous decision and what that means for the future of college athletics.
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More conservatives are coming out in support of a plan for carbon dividends. College Republicans Andrew Sandstrom and Grayson Massey will explain what they are and why they support it.
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The U.S. is headed off a debt cliff on July 31 if nothing is done. The R Street Institute's James Wallner will give his insight on whether Republicans and Democrats can make a deal to raise the debt ceiling...and whether that's even a good idea.
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Americans gave more money than ever to charity in 2020 despite the pandemic. Michael Connelly from Inklings Communications explains why and what 2021 will hold for non-profits.
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There has been a lot of talk recently about President Biden's domestic agenda. But Boyd breaks down the important role of Congress in crafting legislation.
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With Father's Day approaching this upcoming weekend, Boyd reflects on the importance of fatherhood and the importance of this special day.
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How do our children become more mentally resilient? And what do we need to do to make mental health more accessible? Tony Mosier and Craig Sorensen from Choose Mental Health are here to help guide us through everything.
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Boyd debuts his summer reading club with a look at the book "The Call to Unite", edited by Tim Shriver.
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Congress is working on several immigration bills, including giving farm workers a path to citizenship. Ron Gibson from the Utah Farm Bureau is here to explain what reforms are really needed to keep Utah's ag industry going.
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Senator Mitt Romney has new legislation to create a federal wildfire commission to find ways to better manage our forests and fight fires. It will be part of the new infrastructure bill.
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KSL's Alex Kirry takes us into the strategy--both game-wise and mental--before Game 6, as the Jazz are up against a wall.
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Thess days, Congress seems broken. But is it really? Or is it capable of reform? The House Modernization of Congress Committee held a hearing yesterday with Yuval Levin to come up with ways that Congress could change and create a culture of bipartisanship and civility.
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About 20 Republicans and Democrats have come together to draft a bipartisan infrastructure bill. But the question remains... is there enough support for it in the Senate and in the White House?
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Presidents have received some very weird gifts from other world leaders while in office. But Boyd looks at one gift that really stands out in the best way.
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President Biden has officially made Juneteenth a federal holiday during a bill signing today at The White House. What does this mean for Americans?
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Have you ever wanted to clear a traffic ticket off your record? What about something more serious? Unfortunately, the process for doing so can be complicated and costly. That's why many states are pursuing clean slate laws to make it easier. Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill explains Utah's law and the importance of second chances.
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The Supreme Court has ruled 7-2 to leave the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, intact. University of Utah law professor Clifford Rosky is here to discuss the case and whether there will be any challenges to the law going forward.
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Utah Senator Mike Lee has proposed a U.S.-UK free trade deal on the Senate floor. His remarks come after the President's G7 Summit, where the U.S. and the U.K. signed a New Atlantic Charter. World Trade Center Utah President and CEO Miles Hansen joins us to discuss what this would look like and whether it's a good idea to pursue.
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If there's one thing Congress agrees on, it's that they alone should have the power to authorize military force abroad. Which is why the House has voted to repeal the 2002 Iraq War Powers Resolution that opened the door for the U.S. to invade Iraq. Anthony Marcum from the R Street Institute joins us to discuss this historic move.
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Boyd breaks down Governor Spencer Cox's comments on the drought during today's "Let Me Speak to the Governor".
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Deseret News religion writer Kelsey Dallas breaks down the unanimous Supreme Court decision in favor of a Catholic foster care agency that does not place kids with same-sex couples.
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163 years ago today, Abraham Lincoln gave his famous "House Divided" speech. In his monologue, Boyd looks at how that message still resonates today.
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The Utah Jazz face off against the L.A. Clippers again tonight in Game 5. Utah and L.A. are currently tied, each team has won 2 games. And both have lost players to injuries. Sarah Todd from the Deseret News joins us to talk about what we can expect from the teams tonight.
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Governor Cox issued an executive order to remove any unnecessary barriers when it comes to getting a job license in Utah. Dr. Ed Timmons of Saint Francis University joins us to discuss his recommendations for doing so.
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Senator Chuck Schumer triggered the reconciliation process today to get President Biden's infrastructure bill passed. What does that mean, and what are its chances of success? Joining Boyd to help uncover the meaning is Senator Mitt Romney.
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What is going through the minds of elite athletes before a big game? KSL's Scott Mitchell is here to give us some insight ahead of tonight's big Jazz game.
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Our Congress seems to be more divided than it's ever been. Left and right we see members picking partisan battles with each other. But is there a way to overcome these deep divides? Jesse Rifkin has a piece in Roll Call called "A Simple Fix for polarization in Congress: Less polarizing bill titles." He joins us to discuss it.
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The US is headed off a benefits cliff...with pandemic benefits ending for millions pretty soon, the American Enterprise Institute's Matt Weidinger has a new piece describing how bad that will be for the economy.
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Boyd breaks down the meeting between President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin and what the real takeaways are.
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Reviewing yesterday's announcement from the Church and the NAACP, Boyd looks at ways we can be agents of betterment and not bitterness.
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With a decision expected soon from the Supreme Court on a major religious liberty case, Boyd checks in with BYU's Religious Freedom Annual Review. The question: How people of faith should engage in US society?
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Interior Secretary Deb Haaland has recommended to President Biden that he employ the Antiquities Act and expand the boundaries of two national monuments in Utah: Bear's Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante. Representative Chris Stewart, voiced some of his concerns on the Dave and Dujanovic show earlier today. Here's what he had to say.
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President Biden is meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin this week. The American Enterprise Institute's Dr. Leon Aron--who is a Russian immigrant--will preview the meeting and explain what the US can realistically expect to get out of it.
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Utah spent more than $6.7 billion dollars in federal funds during the pandemic. But a lack of oversight by the state, inexperience handling such funds, and a delayed audit thanks to the federal government has John Dougall concerned that much of these federal dollars were used for nonessential needs.
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A new survey by Scott Rasmussen shows Americans are as supportive of the first amendment as ever. According to the poll, 80% of voters prefer free speech, regardless of whether or not it's offensive or inaccurate. Scott joins us to discuss the results.
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Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith recently sat down with Governor Spencer Cox to explain why Utah is becoming a global economic powerhouse. Boyd breaks down his comments.
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The pandemic brought to light how much power Big Tech companies have over public discourse and free speech...Any discussion about the virus leaking from a Wuhan lab, for example, was shut down and labeled a conspiracy theory. But as the lab leak theory becomes more plausible, should we allow big companies to regulate what we say and see?
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Boyd reflects on the importance of Flag Day and why it's a holiday you should not overlook.
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KSLTV anchor Matt Rascon talks about KSL+, which is launching on the KSL NewsRadio app and will do a deep dive into important stories.
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University of Utah law professor Amos Guiora, who lives in Israel, breaks down the Israeli election results and what that means for that country and the U.S.
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Boyd was at the press conference announcing the Church's initiatives. He interviewed Church and NAACP leaders about why they felt the need to team up and build bridges.
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President Biden met with the other leaders of NATO at a summit in Belgium. China and Russia were a big part of their talks as well as their commitment to face the challenges these two countries pose... together as allies.
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Nobody is a fan of the IRS. But Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass) has a plan to double the IRS budget, allowing them to collect trillions more dollars over the next decade. But Eric Boehm has a new piece for Reason Magazine where he argues that the math doesn't add up and the plan might end up hurting ordinary Americans.
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A report from ProPublica last week showed many of the 25 wealthiest Americans don't pay income taxes, which upset a whole lot of people. But business writer John Steele Gordon argues in a new piece in Commentary magazine that we're not looking at this right--and billionaires do pay taxes.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has joined with the NAACP to announce three new initiatives to help the Black community: educational scholarships, a one time donation of 250K to help kids connect with their Ghanan heritage, and humanitarian efforts to underprivileged areas of U.S.
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Boyd talks to Scott Keller about tonight's event honoring the Herberts. He also explains how the society of Utah and the US helped him become a successful businessman. Boyd closes out the show with the lessons he's learned from the Herberts' time in the governor's mansion.
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Former First Lady of the state of Utah Jeanette Herbert joins us to discuss a special event tonight honoring the former governor and first lady as well as lessons she learned while serving the people of Utah.
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Former governor Gary Herbert joins us to discuss a special event tonight honoring the former governor and first lady as well as what lessons he learned while serving the state of Utah.
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Former governor Gary Herbert joins us to discuss a special event tonight honoring the former governor and first lady as well as what lessons he learned while serving the state of Utah.
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A new movie highlighting the story of a Black Latter-day Saint pioneer is raising money to build a new Black Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints monument in Utah. Director Mauli Junior Bonner joins us to discuss the film called, "His Name is Green Flake" and the great cause it's helping fund.
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May's jobs report once again fell short of the monthly forecast. If you ask restaurants, construction workers, and small businesses, people just aren't going back to work. But why should they? Megan Rose joins us to discuss her piece for the Washington Examiner explaining the benefits of getting a job.
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Utah Congressman John Curtis is one of the sponsors for the Equal Access to Green cards for Legal Employment (EAGLE) Act.
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Utah Congressman John Curtis says conservatives should put forth their own ideas to solve climate change and promote green energy. Curtis is part of a new conservative climate caucus in DC that is looking for pro-business green energy.
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In his monologue, Boy reflects on the lessons to be learned from our younger generations, and the powerful things that you can do with learning from what they love.
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Are you smarter than a 5th grader? Well if those 5th graders are part of Junior Achievement, you may be up against some tough competition. Today I was part of Junior Achievement's Smarter Event which was hosted to help give Utah students a head start in their careers. Christy Tribe and Amy Bosworth from Junior Achievement Utah are here to tell us more about it.
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Former Congresswoman Mia Love has been named the National Outreach Director at USU's Center for Growth and Opportunity.
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This week, the U.S. Senate passed a bill that would give America a technological edge in our competition with China. And it passed with a good amount of bipartisan support. Miles Hansen from the World Trade Center Utah joins us to discuss how this bill will bolster our competitiveness.
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The R Street Institute's Philip Rosetti says President Trump's 2017 tax cut had a surprising benefit: it was good for the environment.
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Ahead of the G7 Summit today, President Joe Biden made a big announcement about the COVID-19 vaccines and thanked American workers.
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Former Utah Congressman Jason Chaffetz breaks down all the waste during the government's recent spending spree.
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In his monologue, Boyd talks about the late, great Joe DiMaggio and the importance of playing your heart out to the end.
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President Biden is on his way to Europe for a series of meetings starting with Great Britain, then our other allies, and ending with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Fox News' Dana Perino joins us to talk about the president's messaging surrounding this trip and what it means for the U.S.
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Former U of U quarterback Scott Mitchell remembers his coach Jim Fassel, who passed away recently from a heart attack at age 71.
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President Biden is headed to the UK for his first foreign trip as president. But what does he hope to accomplish?
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Just yesterday, Senate Minority leader Mitch McConnell said "the era of bipartisanship is over." President Biden's infrastructure talks with Senator Capito have collapsed. But an interview Boyd did with Senator Joe Lieberman a little while ago shows the importance of political courage in solving problems.
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The R Street Institute's Anthony Marcum has a new piece arguing that Congress needs to take back its power from the presidency, especially if we want to avoid another decades-long war.
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In a new piece in The Dispatch, American Enterprise Institute fellow Chris Stirewalt says states like California are imposing their will on the rest of the country...when they shouldn't be.
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State Senator Jake Anderegg explains the challenges Utah faces during this extraordinary drought and what we can do to better use this vital resource. Boyd Matheson and Kelli Pierce will break down his comments.
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In his monologue, Boyd talks about the important difference between power and influence.
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Tonight, the Jazz will face off against the LA Clippers in round 2 of the NBA playoffs. KSL's very own Alex Kirry is here to talk about their chances of winning and if he thinks they could become tournament champs.
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A new political action committee has been launched to elect more Republican women to office in Utah. with special guests Rep Candice Pierucci and Rep Karianne Lisbonbee.
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Boyd speaks with Elder Art Rascon from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who updates us on the Church's efforts to help migrants on the US-Mexican border.
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Rep. Robert Spendlove, who is also the Senior Vice President and the Economic and Public Policy Officer for Zions Bank, will talk about the latest federal jobs report and why some people are still not in the workforce...even in Utah.
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How do we help those at the southern border, even if we disagree with government policies? Boyd has some thoughts.
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Vice President Harris is in Guatamala to help stop the surge of migrants to the US-Mexico border. But her comments have not always been well received, including by the president of Guatamala.
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There have been some high profile hacks recently (like the Colonial Pipeline) where hackers demanded money or Bitcoin. And this morning, several websites went down. Cyber security expert Dan Garfield will explain what's really going on...and what we need to be looking for.
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Boyd talks about what he learned taking 21 teenage boys on a hiking trip to Zion National Park over the weekend.
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Deseret News Columnist Lee Benson brings us the story of a 98-year-old veteran from Salt Lake City and remembers all those who stormed the beaches on D-Day 77 years ago yesterday.
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Have you ever thought that The Lord of The Rings books could be used to keep a tyrannical government at bay? In his recent article for Reason Magazine, John Hood argues that sharing good stories like these can be used to advance a culture of freedom.
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Scott Rasmussen has a new poll out that shows that the majority of voters support ending supplemental unemployment benefits.
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Former Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam has a new book called Faithful Presence: The Promise and Peril of Faith in the Public Square. He is challenging the belief that politics requires moral compromise, and he's making the case that Christians can be key to reuniting America.
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Congressman Chris Stewart gives us an update on the Ghost Army Congressional Gold Medal Act, to honor a top secret unit that saved thousands of lives in World War II.
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Boyd breaks down why this controversy is important, how Washington REALLY works, and what should actually be done to get legislation passed.
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Senator Joe Manchin became the second Democrat after Senator Sinema of Arizona to back keeping the Filibuster. Senator Manchin has been defending his position, which is in opposition to most Democrats.
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The Natural History Museum of Utah has launched its Explorer Corps program, a unique way to help Utahns explore their beautiful and interesting state.
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Have you ever wanted to cook and sell your famous lasagna from your own kitchen rather than having to open a restaurant? State Representative Christine Watkins got a bill passed earlier this year that lets you sell those home-cooked meals.
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Deseret News Reporter Dennis Romboy is here to discuss the 2022 Senate elections and Utah Senator Mike Lee's new challenger, Becky Edwards. Edwards is a former Republican state lawmaker and will make a bid for Lee's Senate seat next year.
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Former Utah Republican Party Executive Director Spencer Stokes gives us an update on the redistricting efforts in the state and where we can expect all the stimulus money to go.
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Dr. Richard Orlandi from the University of Utah Hospital is here to give us an update on how Utah is doing in the nationwide vaccination effort and why some people might still be hesitant about getting vaccinated.
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Utah's tourist industry is still recovering, but will the waning pandemic and summer vacations give it the boost it needs to get back to normal? Vicki Varela, managing director of the Utah Office of Tourism, joins us to discuss what to expect when visiting state and national parks this summer.
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In Part 2 of their conversation, Boyd Matheson and Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg talk about how women have dropped out of the workforce because of the pandemic, diversity, and how Facebook protects digital privacy and stops the spread of misinformation.
Also featuring Jason Perry and Morgan Cotti of the Hinckley Institure
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Boyd interviews Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg about their Eagle Mountain Data Center, which is opening in July, as well as their efforts to help small and minority-owned business.
Featuring special guest hosts Jason Perry and Morgan Cotti from the Hinckley Institute.
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Boyd's monologue looks at the politicians who promise sky high budgets but fail to deliver.
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KSL's Alex Kirry looks at the latest basketball news, from Ja Morant's family getting free tickets to the Jazz game to Coach K and Danny Ainge retiring.
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Has your city ever banned you from painting your front door a certain color or stopped you from building a house of a certain size? That's no longer a big problem...Representative Paul Ray got a bill passed that would prohibit a lot of these kinds of regulations.
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Cindy Davis, vice chairperson on the Utah State Board of Education, says that speaking the same language when it comes to critical race theory and listening better are key to addressing the needs of Utah students.
*NOTE: The opinions expressed by Cindy Davis are hers alone and do not necessarily reflect those of the Utah State Board of Education.
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Boyd looks at Alex Cabrero's report on a Utah navyman who died at Pearl Harbor and had his remains returned home yesterday.
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The CDC has extended its eviction moratorium until June 30th. How will this impact renters and landlords? Executive Director for the Utah Apartment Association Paul Smith is here to discuss the current rental market.
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With the release of Dr. Fauci's e-mails, Boyd looks at the perils of instant certainty and trusting people in the public eye.
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Continuing our conversation about Naomi Osaka, therapist Jenny Howe talks about the pressure young athletes can face and how to help them through their mental health challenges.
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Boyd talks about the life of Mark Eaton and some interesting words of wisdom he gave.
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Boyd breaks down President Biden's remarks from Arlington cemetery yesterday, and argues why it was one of his most powerful speeches yet.
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During the pandemic, states relaxed certain rules and regulations to help people social distance. But the R Street Institute's Jarrett Dieterle says they may get rid of them permanently.
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A bill to change how people vote in Texas has stalled for now. But what's in it? And what about some other voting rights bills?
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Jazz fans have not always been on their best behavior. Salt Lake Tribune columnist Robert Gehrke says the team is trying to stand up for what's right and set a different tone.
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Utah Jazz great Thurl Bailey remembers his friend and old teammate, Mark Eaton.
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Naomi Osaka, the #1 women's tennis player, pulled out of the French Open for mental health reasons. Dr. Mark Williams from the University of Utah explains the unique pressures athletes can face.
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Boyd breaks down all of President Biden's spending proposals.
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Boyd gives his thoughts on the importance of Memorial Day and service.
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KSLTV's Dave McCann is retiring from TV news tonight. He and Boyd look back on his career.
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Tonight, Dave McCann will anchor his final broadcast on KSL's No. 1 ranked 10 pm newscast. After a long and successful career, what is he reflecting on and where is he headed? Part 1 of 2.
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Salt Lake Chamber CEO Derek Miller has a new opinion piece in the Deseret News warning Silicon Slopes not to become Silicon Valley.
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Part 2 of Boyd's conversation with Tom Woods about his new cartoon series "The Politically Incorrect Guide".
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Robert Woodson's '1776 Unites' project has published a new book that debunks the 1619 project. His book is called Red, White and Black: Rescuing American History from Revisionists and Race Hustlers.
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BYU-Pathway Worldwide, which provides higher education to church members across the globe, has appointed a new President...Brian K. Ashton. Brother Ashton will begin his new position in August. And he's here today to discuss his new role.
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Paul Ryan made a speech at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library repudiating those in the Republican Party who have fealty to President Trump.
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Congratulations to the Class of 2021! You have made it through a lot. And, now, a word or two of advice...
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The Major Brent Taylor Foundation is teaming up with the Red Cross for a Memorial Day blood drive. And you're invited to join them. Here to tell us more about the event is Jennie Taylor, Gold Star Widow and founder of the Major Brent Taylor Foundation.
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New York Times bestselling author and podcast superstar Tom Woods sat down with Boyd to talk about his new cartoon history series, "The Politically Incorrect Guide".
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David Chipman, a longtime gun control advocate and former ATF agent, is President Biden's choice to lead the agency. But Republican senators had questions yesterday over his support for an AR-15 ban and some of his interesting past statements.
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President Biden is speaking today about the economy. Boyd breaks down his remarks.
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The housing market continues to be hot and interest rates low. Mike Bersie from Security Home Mortgage explains why people should refinance and what the chances are of the housing market cooling off.
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Senator Mitt Romney joined a panel of scholars and experts yesterday to discuss ways we can best strengthen the American family, including his proposal of direct cash payments.
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The GOP has released its revised infrastructure proposal. What are the chances Congress can make a deal?
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A lot of Americans think they are far apart from their neighbors and friends politically. But Boyd's monologue shows that is not really true.
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Senate Republicans have a $1 Trillion counter infrastructure proposal they will be sending to President Biden tomorrow. ABC News' Faith Abubey gives us a sneak peak.
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Ginger Chinn from the Salt Lake Chamber talks about why Utah is having economic success coming out of the pandemic and how the Inland Port factors in to all of this.
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Charles Mizrahi, editor and founder of Alpha Investors, explains why he thinks there has been an uptick in anti-Semitic attacks recently.
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Writer Jason Colavito will explain why the recent government report on UFOs is not all it's cracked up to be.
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The Deseret News' Jay Evensen explains why drunk driving is up during the pandemic. Going into Memorial Day--one of the biggest road trip days of the year--what can we expect?
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The Huntsman Mental Health Institute broke ground today on its new Crisis Care Center. Its director, Kevin Curtis, is here to talk about what people can expect once it's completed in 2023.
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Zions Bank Senior Vice President Robert Spendlove talks about the push for a global minimum tax on companies and what Utah firms and employees can expect.
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Boyd looks back one year later and asks what actions have been taken...and discusses the few words that could make a difference.
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Golfer Phil Mickelson became the oldest PGA Championship winner over the weekend (he's one week shy of 51). What lessons does it hold for us?
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The Manhattan Institute's Brian Riedl talks about the bipartisan TRUST Act Senator Romney is introducing to save Social Security and Medicare.
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Boyd looks at the bipartisan criminal justice reform bill making its way through the Senate.
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SelectHealth's Greg Reid talks about a volunteer opportunity for KSL NewsRadio listeners next week.
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Former Salt Lake City Police Chief Chris Burbank discusses the changes to policing since George Floyd's death.
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Boyd continues the conversation with Senator Lee by breaking down the story of a father and son who were unfairly arrested after breaking a law they didn't know was on the books. Boyd argues that their story shows the need for criminal justice reform.
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Senator Mike Lee gives an update on criminal justice reform efforts on the federal level on the one year anniversary of George Floyd's death.
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Boyd talks about the power of one person and one act, while he might be bad at math, he still knows what counts.
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KSL's Unrivaled host Alex Kirry stops by to give a recap on the close loss for the start of the NBA playoffs, and tell us we shouldn't be too worried about the outcome of this game.
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The R Street Institute's James Wallner has a new piece opposing the lifting of the ban on earmarks.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer tells us how the Frontiers Act will boost our ability to compete with China and produce jobs. C-SPAN's recording of Schumer's speech to the Senate.
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Governor Cox's Energy Advisor Thom Carter says we need to put all options on the table...and drop the deadlines...if we want to go green.
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Overstock.com CEO Jonathan Johnson argues in a new Salt Lake Tribune piece that the legislature has too many special sessions...and they should change how they do things.
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Alliance House Associate Director Rebecca Cross explains how they help those struggling with mental illness (like schizophrenia) get a new lease on life and find a job.
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Scott Rasmussen has a new piece in the Deseret News showing how Republican policies are popular and unifying...and that people prefer them when taking away President Trump's personality.
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Toxic people are a thorn in our sides. Sometimes we foster it, sometimes it's a thorn in our sides. Boyd is here to tell us how to deal with that animosity and let it blossom into something better.
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Mayor Jenny Wilson is here with us to give an update on vaccinations in Salt Lake County and how close we are to getting back to normal.
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Employees are reevaluating their careers and shifting their priorities in the post-pandemic world. What is causing them to switch jobs and how is it impacting the tech industry? The Women Tech Council held a summit today discussing this very issue. And Cydni Tetro, President of the Women's Tech Council, is here to tell us more about it.
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Senator Rand Paul had an interesting recent interview where he explained the problems regular people will face with inflation and government debt/spending rising.
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Jazz team awards scholarships and spokesperson explains what each recipient will receive as part of the program
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President Biden has hosted a unique medal of honor ceremony for a Korean War veteran.
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President Biden signing into law Thursday the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, legislation intended in part to stem a rise in hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Boyd breaks down what is in the bill and how it might help Asian-Americans.
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Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes talks about his experience as an Asian-American and what to make of the new federal anti-Asian hate bill.
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Boyd talks about the importance of doing and hoping, some old words of wisdom from his Scottish family.
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Jenny Howe is here on Child Mental Health Awareness Day to explain how we can all help children with mental health issues.
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Matt Sandgren from the Hatch Foundation explains how to do criminal justice reform correctly.
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Johnny Anderson from ABC Great Beginnings describes the insane government regulations that make childcare so expensive in Utah.
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President Biden's Supreme Court commission had its first meeting. Boyd breaks down what legal scholars have to say about it.
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Rep. Karianne Lisonbee is sponsoring House Bill 411, which would make it clear when the government can collect Utahns' personal data.
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Jordan Eberhard from NOMI Health speaks about the importance of getting a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Johnnie Moore, founder and CEO of the KAIROS Company and President of The Congress of Christian Leaders, has a new piece in Newsweek calling out Democrats for supporting The Squad, who have made positive comments about Hamas.
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What's the effect of prayer on mental health? Bill Duncan from the Sutherland Institute says the research shows it's a big positive.
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Scott Rasmussen's new poll shows voters are VERY divided...including independents.
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Congressman Chris Stewart has some thoughts on critical race theory, as Utah lawmakers take up a measure opposing its teaching.
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Utah childcare facilities shared their struggles with lawmakers at the State Capitol and pointed out how government has gotten in the way of affordable options.
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Senator Mitt Romney's comments on childcare have gone viral. But what would he like to see done instead to help families?
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Boyd argues that when we travel to history, we shouldn't be ugly tourists.
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How is Iran playing a role in the Israel-Hamas conflict, what is their influence in the region, and how do we effectively criticize an ally?
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Elementary school teacher Krista Gneiting speaks out about the tragic school shooting that happened earlier this past May in Rigby, Idaho, and teaches us all a lesson on empathy and forgiveness.
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JFK made a very famous graduation speech 60 years ago. What can we learn from it today?
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Rep. John Curtis talks the federal land fight between Utah and Illinois and how we should really manage our natural treasures.
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Why are you more likely to grab a Twix than a Hershey's? The Tax Foundation President Scott Hodge says taxes are a reason why...and a reason people do other interesting things.
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Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad & Dr. Timothy Smith from BYU have a new study showing that patients who have a support network have a 29% greater chance at survival.
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Utah Inland Port Authority COO Jill Flygare talks about their new agreement with the Port of Oakland and what that means for the state as a whole.
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Utah Senate President Stuart Adams gives a preview of Wednesday's special legislative session.
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Joseph Grenny and Tim Stay from the Other Side Academy give an update on their planned tiny home community, The Other Side Village, and what government officials think about the project.
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World Trade Center Utah CEO Miles Hansen gives perspective on the Israeli-Hamas conflict and the hidden causes behind it.
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After the swastika incident at a local synagogue, Boyd looks at the windows we use, hide behind...and the one into our own hearts.
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The Jazz are #1! Alex Kirry talks all things Utah Jazz and what we can learn from the team.
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The Deseret News' Kelsey Dallas explains why the Supreme Court is taking up an abortion case out of Mississippi, as well as other religious liberty cases to keep an eye on.
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Boyd talks about the meaning behind a local Jewish synagogue who had a swastika etched into their window.
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In part 2 of their conversation, Dr. Greg Hudnall with Hope4Utah explains why depressed teenagers don't ask for help...and how we can get them to make that first step.
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Dr. Greg Hudnall with Hope4Utah explains what is going on in a teenager's brain when they're anxious or depressed and how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted mental health.
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On this Tax Day, Boyd asks: how much is the government actually spending? And what about money printing? One former British politician had a lot to say about the latter.
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Boyd talks everyone's least favorite day--Tax Day. But how much will the government take in--and what did former presidents have to say about this day?
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Boyd has a challenge for the Cancel Culture Crowd: write for the future instead of picking holes in the past.
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Co-Host of KSL's Unrivaled Scott Mitchell previews Zach Wilson's first matchup in the NFL.
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The R Street Institute's Jarrett Dieterle argues that regulations are keeping people from working, but that a congressional solution may be on the way.
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The Colonial Pipeline is back online. But the hack exposed some troubling problems we need to fix. And should President Biden permanently get rid of the regulations he eased to make that happen?
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Are Congressional Republicans and President Biden close to a deal on infrastructure? Or will the president go it alone?
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Choose Mental Health's Dan Pontius and Tony Mosier talk about how children and their families can get mental health help.
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Now that the Republicans have a new leader, Boyd gives his thoughts on what they should do now to win elections again.
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Rep. Elise Stefanik is the new House GOP Chair. The vote has been reported as a change for the Republicans. But is it?
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In his monologue, Boyd looks at the concept of Radical Amazement and encourages us to rediscover it.
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Governor Spencer Cox sits down with Boyd to talk about COVID-19 vaccines, the southern border, President Biden, and what Utah's doing right.
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Former Presidential candidate Evan McMullin is part of a group of over 150 Republicans that have signed "A call for American renewal", a new manifesto urging the GOP to embrace their core values.
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First Step House Executive Director Shawn McMillen talks about how they transition addicts from the streets into housing. He breaks down why addiction is a complex issue and how society can help treat the whole person.
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The American Legislative Exchange Council's Jonathan Williams explains why they put Utah as the #1 economy for the 14th year in a row on their Rich States, Poor States report. And what does that mean for the regular person?
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The Deseret News' Jay Evensen says water shaming people during a drought is a bad idea. But embracing free market solutions is the way to go.
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You know the news of the day...but do you know the full story? Congressman Blake Moore takes us into the rooms where it all happens to tell the rest of the story behind the biggest headlines of the day.
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Are we all headed on the northbound train to success...or just scattering to find another option?
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Life Coach Darol Wagstaff joins Boyd to talk about how to reach out for mental health help
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Congressman John Curtis explains what happened in the room and why Liz Cheney was removed from GOP leadership.
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Former Utah Congresswoman Mia Love has some thoughts on Liz Cheney's ouster.
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Homeless Veterans Fellowship Executive Director Jeff Kane talks about what they do--and what we need to do--to get veterans off the streets.
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How do we make housing more affordable? Ethan Blevins from the Pacific Legal Foundation has some thoughts...and says eviction moratoriums are a bad idea.
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Former Arizona Senator Jeff Flake has some strong words for today's Republican Party that he shared in a Washington Post Op-Ed.
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Boyd looks at the ouster of Liz Cheney from Republican Leadership and asks whether the party is losing its messaging over this.
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In his monologue, Boyd talks about the art of persuasion and how we can all argue better.
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Boyd looks at a new report from NBC News about the ways social media divides us and what we can do to stop the hate.
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Rick Larsen from the Sutherland Institute says the US is falling behind in its civics education, and that is becoming a big problem. But he also argues that fixing it will solve many of our political issues.
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University of Utah Professor Amos Guiora calls in from his home in Israel to explain why tensions have been rising and rockets firing between that country and Hamas, as well as how Israel's political instability is playing a role in all of this.
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In our continuing series focusing on mental health, Dr. Gray Otis shares the keys to true mental wellness.
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Sean Marchant and Gary Sandberg, members of the South Salt Lake Police Honorary Colonels, join Boyd to talk the significance of Law Enforcement Appreciation Week.
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KSL TV's Mike Headrick has the story of a top notch water polo player in Hyrum...who happens to be legally blind.
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Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) would like to replace long term unemployment benefits with a job signing bonus instead. Would that jump start the economy and make hiring better for employers?
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In his monologue, Boyd asks whether critics count (hint: they don't).
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State Senator Mike McKell is reintroducing a bill to regulate social media companies in Utah and give consumers more information on moderation policies.
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Auburn University Professor Brian Gibson explains why we have a computer chip shortage and the big problems that happen when the supply chain is interrupted.
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Sister Wendy Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez had some words of wisdom for graduates about loving others and overcoming adversity.
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KSL NewsRadio's John Wojcik investigated the rising tensions between businesses and the homeless on North Temple in Salt Lake City.
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From Jen Psaki saying the quiet part out loud to Republicans grappling with what to do about Liz Cheney, a look at the highs and (mostly) lows of political messaging this week.
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YouTube star Ben Burgis has a new book, Canceling Comedians While the World Burns, a critique of leftwing cancel culture from the left. Burgis argues the left needs to change its focus if it wants to win. But what can people from all political persuasions learn from this book?
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Some conservatives want Big Tech's Section 230 privileges (which allows for free speech on the internet) pulled because they say they're being censored. The R Street Institute's Shoshana Weissmann argues the cure would be worse than the disease.
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In his monologue, Boyd asks moms to stop comparing themselves to other moms and realize they have worth.
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Kevin Eubank shares his journey from hating the subject of weather to becoming one of KSLTV's weathermen.
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Utah Nurses Association Executive Director Dr. Liz Close is here to celebrate National Nurses Week and explain what we should be doing for our nurses.
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The numbers show Utah is getting more diverse. The Kem C. Gardner Institute's Natalie Gochnour explains what we need to do to bridge racial gaps.
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Utah Shakespeare Festival Executive Producer Frank Mack talks the return of live theatre and the 60th anniversary of the event.
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President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell had words of wisdom about overcoming adversity during the University of Utah commencement ceremony.
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President Biden supports waiving the patents for coronavirus vaccines and therapies, which would let other countries manufacture and sell these products without paying a fee. KSL NewsRadio's Kelli Pierce explains why that might not be a good idea, and the problem with the medical patent system in the U.S.
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The most recent job growth predictions were off by A LOT--about 750,000. Boyd argues that the government is giving you exactly what you need to stay exactly where you are.
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Some folks idolize certain Supreme Court justices. But Boyd reminds us that they're only human.
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Rabbi Avremi Zippel talks about the what the National Day of Prayer means for the Jewish community in Utah and beyond.
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The Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce has named former Utah Governor Gary Herbert as its new Executive Chair. He joins Boyd to talk about the new position and the rising economic influence of the area.
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Some Republicans are trying to oust Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney from her leadership post. Is that a good idea?
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Deseret News opinion editor Savannah Hopkinson has a new piece tackling the violence Asian-Americans have dealt with recently and how she and others will push back.
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In 1952, President Harry Truman designated the first Thursday in May as the National Day of Prayer. How are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints observing it today? Elder Evan Schmutz, a General Authority Seventy of The Church, explains.
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How are faith communities in Utah celebrating the National Day of Prayer? Why is prayer important to them? Pastor Oscar Moses from Calvary Baptist Church in Salt Lake City and Imam Shuaib from the Utah Islamic Center join Boyd to talk the power of prayer.
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Many Democrats are calling for Justice Stephen Breyer, a reliably liberal vote on The Supreme Court, to retire so President Biden can appoint a new associate justice. But is that a wise strategy?
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It seems like we have a culture of contempt these days for our fellow man. In his monologue, Boyd looks at why that is and what we can do to cure it.
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KSL NewsRadio's Paul Nelson has all the details about the First Lady's visit to Utah's capitol city.
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Point of the Mountain State Land Authority Executive Director Alan Matheson gives an update on the planned redevelopment of the old prison site in Draper.
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The Pacific Legal Foundation's Ethan Blevins talks the end of the COVID-19 restrictions in Utah and what the state should learn from the experience, especially about protecting people's rights.
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Boyd breaks down what happened last night at the Granite School Board meeting, which was shut down after angry parents complained about children wearing masks. Boyd asks people to set a better example for children on how to disagree better.
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Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall talks about SLC Corps, a new volunteer effort whose first task is to help the homeless. She'll also update us on the Other Side Village and share her excitement about First Lady Jill Biden's visit.
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There's been a push for tech companies to censor some speech on their platforms. Boyd says both right AND left have been caught up in the tech censor wars. But he also argues censoring speech based on politics is a bad idea.
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ABC News' Elizabeth Schulze talks about why President Trump's Facebook ban was upheld and what legal problems the company might face down the road.
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In his monologue, Boyd argues that we can't know where we're going without knowing where we are.
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David D'Orazi's father, Tony D'Orazi, was the first animator on Snow White and the Seven Dwarves and created the character of Dopey...all while dealing with bipolar disorder. David wrote a book about his dad to show how we can give people dealing with mental illness a seat at the table and help them flourish.
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In part two of Boyd's conversation with Tim Shriver, the Special Olympics Chairman explains why he is working with two Republicans--Utah First Lady Abby Cox and Former Governor Gary Herbert--on initiatives in the red state of Utah.
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Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver joins Boyd in studio to talk about his new book The Call to Unite: Voices of Hope and Awakening. Tim shares the wisdom of many great modern thinkers and challenges us to put aside our prejudices.
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Congressman Chris Stewart has reintroduced a bipartisan bill to increase mental health access for teens and young adults. It's a simple idea he thinks will make a big difference.
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May the 4th Be With You! Boyd breaks down the political and life lessons we can learn from the Star Wars films on Star Wars Day.
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Utah Senate President Stuart Adams talks about how Utah should spend its extra $1.5 billion in federal funds and what bills Utahns can expect when the new bill file for the legislative session opens tomorrow.
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Former RNC Chairman Michael Steele talks about what the Republican Party should do to renew itself and stay relevant post-President Trump.
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Boyd talks about how learning will look different in the future and why we should be constant students.
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Are Biden and Trump really that different? Boyd argues that there are a lot of similarities between the two.
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Jorden Hess shocked the local political world when he and other millennials were elected to take over the state GOP. He joins Boyd to talk about their victory and what's next for the party.
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Southern Utah University President Scott Wyatt joins to talk about why they're offering degrees for $9,000.
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Bernie Sanders may have lost the presidency, but his ideas are gaining ground politically...even in red states.
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Boyd looks at why Mitt Romney was booed at the state GOP Convention over the weekend, discusses how to disagree better, and talks about why people shouldn't just blow off the jeerers concerns
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Why should you try to climb the ladder of success and better yourself?
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Ahead of this weekend's state convention, Ambassador Robert O'Brien and Senator Mike Lee talk about the geopolitical challenges facing our nation, reigning in domestic spying, and the challenges at the Southern Border.
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Former Rep. Mia Love responds to the racist comments Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) recently got.
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Governor Spencer Cox was on CNN, hinting he may use the $1.5 billion in federal relief funds for water infrastructure. Boyd also takes listener comments on what we should do with the money.
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Boyd takes a look at the political scene and what we can learn from business to move forward.
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Economic historian Phil Magness uses economic principles and scientific data to explain why the COVID-19 lockdowns were unsuccessful almost everywhere they were tried.
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President Biden is touring the country after wrapping up his first 100 days in office. He touts them as a success, but Boyd discusses how we should really be looking at them and his policy proposals.
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Boyd talks about the new Other Side Village (the tiny home community in SLC) and why he thinks it will be a success.
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In his monologue, Boyd explains the benefits of trying to climb up the ladder and bettering yourself.
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Ahead of this weekend's Utah State GOP Convention, former Trump National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien and Senator Mike Lee talk about the geopolitical challenges facing our nation, reigning in domestic spying, and the problems at the Southern Border.
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Former Congresswoman Mia Love speaks out after Senator Tim Scott faced racist critics online following his speech this week.
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Governor Spencer Cox was on CNN, hinting that Utah may use an extra $1.5 Billion in federal dollars on water infrastructure. Boyd explains how that could work best and takes listener comments on where the money should go.
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Boyd talks about federal spending and the need to prioritize projects. What can we learn from business to help us determine what to do with federal money?
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Lockdowns were used as a tool to fight COVID-19...but in many countries they have completely failed to stop the pandemic. Economist Phil Magness from the American Institute for Economic Research explains why treating people like SimCity characters was a big mistake.
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Like the song from "Hamilton", President Biden is racing to pass his policies like he's running out of time. And he's also taking a victory lap over his first 100 days. But Boyd asks: Is the wise thing to do?
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There was some concern when The Other Side Academy announced plans for a tiny home village for people experiencing homelessness in Salt Lake City. Won't there be drugs and crime? Boyd explains why that's unlikely.
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Boyd talks about how to break through a brick wall on your way to success.
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KSL Unrivaled Co-Host Scott Mitchell joins Boyd to talk about BYU Quarteback Zach Wilson's prospects in the NFL Draft. He also explains which other players in the state of Utah people should keep their eye on.
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Joseph Grenny and Moe Egan from The Other Side Academy join Boyd to talk about The Other Side Village, a community of tiny homes for the homeless launching in Salt Lake City.
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World Trade Center Utah President and CEO Miles Hansen talks about their new office at Utah Valley University (UVU) and what that means for the average Utahn.
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Boyd wraps up his analysis of President Biden's speech by moving past the Democratic and Republican talking points. The main issue the speech highlighted is how Americans need to figure out how to live within our means.
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President Biden has proposed a tax hike on wealthy Americans and corporations, claiming it will pay for his new spending bills. Alex Muresianu from the Tax Foundation joins Boyd to talk about why we only need look back in history to show that the president's vision probably won't happen.
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What was President Biden trying to communicate to the country during his address to Congress last night? Should the answers to our problems come from the government? Boyd also breaks down Senator Tim Scott's response to the president.
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Boyd gives his own annual State of the Union address. It seems the fear of losing power is driving political decisions these days, and that is having a negative effect on Congress. Boyd lays out what the politicians should be doing instead.
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Legendary Democratic Strategist Joe Trippi went viral on Twitter recently with his memories of former Vice President Walter Mondale. Joe joins Boyd to talk about his friendship with Vice President Mondale.
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Senator Mike Lee has come out against President Biden's American Families Plan. But what would he do instead to help American families deal with the rising costs of raising children?
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Writer and finance guru Charles Mizrahi explains why corporations are embracing "woke" mobs, especially after Georgia's voting law. But are these new found beliefs sincere or a distraction? And what's the downside of going woke?
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Utah House Democratic Caucus Leader Rep. Brian King talks about what local Democrats hope President Biden will talk about during his address to Congress. He also gives his thoughts on which of the president's proposals should get bipartisan support.
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Boyd takes a look at some famous rebuttals to the State of the Union addresses, and breaks down what worked...and what did not.
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Some of President Biden's ideas seem popular...until you dig into the numbers more. Pollster Scott Rasmussen explains.
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Boyd previews President Biden's speech to Congress tonight and digs into whether his proposals will have enough support to pass.
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Boyd talks about past State of the Union addresses and the downsides of writing just for those standing ovation moments.
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Utah First Lady Abby Palmer Cox has a new initiative to help people in the state. Boyd breaks down what it is, and updates the audience on the news of the day.
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Utah Congressman Blake Moore is the new co-chair of the Congressional Future Caucus, which aims to solve problems civilly and in a bi-partisan fashion.
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Former Utah State Representative Kim Coleman explains why school choice initiatives are gaining popularity across the country and what options are available for parents here.
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What should we expect from President Joe Biden’s speech to Congress tomorrow night? Veteran speechwriter Mike Connelly gives Boyd a preview.
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This is Derek Brown’s last Utah GOP convention as chairman. He tells Boyd what he expects to see and what the party should do to keep Utah red.
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Utah Farm Bureau Federation head Ron Gibson joins Boyd to talk about how the drought is affecting the agriculture industry, and what farmers want to see in terms of water policy in the state.
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Congressional Republicans on their annual retreat are very confident about winning back the House and Senate majority. But should they be? A couple of years ago, they heard a speech from the CEO of Dominos Pizza. It's a turnaround lesson Boyd thinks they should remember today.
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Boyd explains why throwing money at problems seems like a wonderful shortcut--but usually just leaves everyone stranded in the mountains of bureaucratic red-tape, deficit spending, debt, and government dependence.
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ABC News' Andy Field discusses Biden's presidency as he heads toward his first 100 days in office.
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The R Street Institute's James Wallner is here to tell us what's going on with infrastructure and other hot political topics.
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Conservative commentator Bill Kristol joins the show to talk about how the political center may be becoming more powerful in America.
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Boyd talks with Scott Howell, a Pioneer Park Coalition member and former Utah state lawmaker, on what is and what isn't working in Utah's anti-homelessness plan.
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Why did President Biden acknowledge the Armenian Genocide now, and what does it mean for international relations? Aaron Sherinian, a member of the Armenian-American community and a former U.S. Diplomat, shares his insights.
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Jason Perry joins Boyd to talk about his new piece in the Deseret News about who should get credit for Utah's booming economy. He'll also give us the lay of the political land.
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Republicans love to say that President Biden is spending too much...but it's something many didn't have an issue with under President Trump.
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Some days are just amazing. Recently, Jarrell Brantley did not throw away his shot when he played for the Utah Jazz. Boyd talks about the little things that make your days count and takes listener texts about what is making their day great.
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Boyd looks at the story of a lunch lady in Layton who has become a citizen after living in America for three decades. He also returns to the words of former President George W. Bush on immigration.
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Despite devoting nearly $3 billion to homeless assistance, the federal government is not the top provider of shelter to those experiencing homelessness. Instead, it is religious organizations that provide more than 50% of the emergency shelter beds in major cities across the U.S. But some cities are threatening the church's abilities to help the poor. The Sutherland Institute's Bill Duncan explains.
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How do we fix the United States' broken immigration system? Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to the Northern Triangle recently and gave her thoughts.
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Utah is getting very little money for parks maintenance this year, and our congressional delegation is asking Interior Secretary Deb Haaland why. Amy Joi O'Donoghue from the Deseret News joins Boyd to break down their letter and try to figure out how Utah got the short end of the stick.
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Todd Sylvester spent years in drug and alcohol addiction before finding the Hope of God's Light. Now, he is helping others do the same.
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Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson has a new piece in the Deseret News arguing that we could heal America's political divide if everyone had a better civics education.
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The Republicans have presented their own plan on infrastructure, which costs MUCH less than Biden's. But how will it be paid for and what are the chances it will pass? And some inside sources are telling Boyd that Biden wants to raise taxes.
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President of the NAACP Salt Lake Branch, Jeanetta Williams, reacts to the news that the Derek Chauvin verdict is in and what she hopes for the future.
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Heather Kelly, KSL NewsRadio, and Money Making Sense Podcast host joins Boyd to talk about PPP loans in wake of the pandemic.
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SCOTUS is ruling in favor of Religious Liberty. And it's not just conservatives celebrating the victory. Deseret News reporter Kelsey Dallas joins Boyd to discuss what the victories mean.
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Following the death of Walter Mondale, U of U professor James Curry takes a deeper look at the office of VP.
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Boyd breaks down Congresswoman Maxine Waters's comments ahead of the Derek Chauvin verdict, why that was irresponsible, and how we should react before a verdict is handed down.
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For Earth Day, Boyd tells the story of Former Japanese Emperor Hirohito, who wondered many years ago why he did not see butterflies in his garden. The answer to that simple question led Japan to address some serious environmental issues. Boyd thinks we can all learn a lesson from that country's experience.
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Congressman John Curtis joins Boyd to talk about Earth Day and his weekly "Curtis Climate Chat" on Twitter highlighting environmental issues. He also talks about a couple of environmental-related bills he's working on with Senator Romney. Congressman Curtis wants to see Republicans take the lead on environmental issues.
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Congressman Chris Stewart joins Boyd to talk about his new bill to protect mining in the U.S. On this Earth Day, Congressman Stewart argues if we want "clean energy", we're going to have to mine for those essential minerals--that power everything from batteries to solar panels--in America.
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Utah First Lady Abby Palmer Cox has a new KSL podcast called First Lady and Friends, where she has conversations with ordinary and extraordinary people making a difference.
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Jennie Taylor is celebrating this Earth Day by opening a new mini-farm in North Ogden. She joins Boyd to talk about what she hopes it brings to the community.
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Boyd talks with Laurel Arnold from the Utah Coalition Against Pornography about their upcoming event, "Dealing with Pornography During and After a Pandemic". Laurel speaks about the dangers of porn, why it's such a problem during the pandemic, and how we can help our kids navigate through these waters.
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LeBron James is in hot water for his reaction to a fatal officer-involved shooting of a knife-wielding teenage girl. But Boyd looks at how many times sensational stories in our social-media driven age turned out to be false--and what we can do to avoid be caught up in the rage.
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Former White House Press Secretary and current Fox News Host Dana Perino joined Boyd to talk about her new book of advice for young women. Here are both parts of his interview with her.
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You have heard of "The Calm Before the Storm". But Boyd argues that, many times, there is a storm before the calm. It is how you react to it and learn from it that matters.
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Deseret News writer Mya Jaradat continues sharing her experiences as a Jewish woman celebrating Ramadan.
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Where does criminal justice reform go from here? Salt Lake County D.A. Sim Gill gives his thoughts on what we can and should expect next in Utah.
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Senator Romney is supporting a bill aimed at countering China's rising dominance on the world stage. He joins Boyd to talk about what it means, why it's getting bipartisan support, and why regular Utahns should pay attention.
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Bill of Rights Institute President Dr. David Bobb is on a mission to better educate the country on civics. Boyd chats with him about why that is so important.
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People with autism can face many challenges after they turn 21. JaLynn Prince joins Boyd to talk about a new Utah state initiative to help them.
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How should the criminal justice system change now that former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin has been convicted of murdering George Floyd? And is there a lesson we can learn here about how to treat each other?
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Boyd talks about the real legacy of President Trump and how his transactional style of politics could be a better path forward for D.C.
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The federal government is about to declare a water shortage for Arizona and Nevada. KSL's own Kevin Eubank talks with Boyd about what that means for Utahns.
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KSL's own Alex Kirry joins Boyd to talk the new super soccer league in Europe and whether something similar could happen in the U.S.
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Governor Spencer Cox received some harsh criticism from Fox News host Tucker Carlson after he defended a Utah Jazz scholarship program on KSL NewsRadio. Boyd breaks down the reaction and encourages everyone of all political persuasions to reject "rage-ism" and argue better.
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President Biden has done an about-face and will likely not cap the number of refugees at 15,000. And he seemed to change his mind after some strong words from progressive members of Congress. But how many refugees will the U.S. let in this year?
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Bestselling author Scott Miller joins Boyd to talk about his new book, "Marketing Mess to Brand Success". Learn how one man's mistake can be another man's lesson and what the book can teach people about successfully navigating 2021.
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In a new piece in the Deseret News, pollster Scott Rasmussen looks at what it will mean if America is a "majority-minority" country by 2040. It may not be what some analysts predict.
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As the Derek Chauvin trial comes to a close, Boyd talks about the questions of race, addiction, policing, and others we need to keep our focus on.
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“Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. Many people have heard this quote, but Boyd explains what it really means to leave a trail.
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New York Times Bestselling Author Greg McKeown is out with a new book called "Effortless: Make it Easy to Do What Matters". Boyd breaks down the important lessons from it with Greg himself.
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There is a new push to expand the Supreme Court from 9 justices to 13. Why? Some members of Congress are being very open about their intentions. But does this legislation have a chance to pass?
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What will life be like for regular people--especially women and girls--after the U.S. pulls out of Afghanistan? World Trade Center Utah President and CEO Miles Hansen will give his thoughts.
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University of Utah Law Professor Amos Guiora gives Boyd the latest on the Iranian nuclear program and Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's strong response to it.
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In an interview airing this weekend, former President George W. Bush says his biggest regret is not passing comprehensive immigration reform. His words are getting a lot of press, but the sentiment is not new. Two years ago, he talked about the need for immigration reform and the need to see the positive things immigrants bring to America.
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The word "And" is only three letters. But Boyd believes it can help us solve the problem of where we go from here after the deadly mass shooting in Indianapolis.
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Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's color barrier 74 years ago today. Boyd uses Jackie's own words to show how community and culture can lead to change more than politics can.
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Pollster Scott Rasmussen has a new piece for the Deseret News called, "Wrestling with America's shortcomings should not include abandoning her principles." He encourages everyone not to abandon America's foundational principles while advocating for change.
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Salt Lake Chamber President and CEO Derek Miller breaks down a new Wall Street Journal Survey showing the Salt Lake City area had the best job market in the country in 2020. He also discusses what we need to do to lift everyone up, no matter their economic status.
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox posted a list of 19 leadership principles to social media. He joined Boyd to explain why and what he has learned after years of public service.
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The House Intelligence Committee met for the first time under the Biden Administration. Congressman Chris Stewart explains why he's upset it took almost four months to start meeting again and why it should concern Utahns.
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On March 31, 1991, a 34-year-old Lloyd Newell gave his first message as announcer for Music and the Spoken Word. He is the third announcer in the program's 92 year history. He joins Boyd to reflect back on his career.
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The Other Side Academy in Salt Lake City has transformed the lives of dozens of addicts. Executive Director Dave Durocher talks about his own story with addiction, and how we should treat people so they go onto success.
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Jarrell Brantley had an amazing game for the Utah Jazz. And it got Boyd thinking: are we ready for our own moment of greatness when the opportunity comes?
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A Utah idea is gaining traction in other states. Kansas recently passed a "truth in taxation" bill to let people know more about their property taxes. Jonathan Williams, Chief Economist and Executive Vice President of Policy for the American Legislative Exchange Council breaks down what that means for Utahns and where we should go from here.
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Scott Howell talks with Boyd about the plans for the old Road Home homeless shelter in downtown Salt Lake City. Scott also gives his thoughts on what needs to be done for the homeless population.
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Utah's senior Senator Mike Lee talks about a new bill he introduced with California Senator Dianne Feinstein to help military spouses. The law would allow military spouses with valid professional licensing reciprocity in another state. This means a licensed hairdresser in Tennessee won't have to jump through extra hoops to become one in Utah or Arizona.
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LaVarr Webb joins Boyd to talk about his recent piece, "A speech I wish a new president would deliver". LaVarr argues that many problems would be better solved if the federal government shrunk and more power was given to the states.
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Ramadan is a holy holiday to the world's more than 1 billion Muslims. But there is some interesting brain science behind it as well. The Deseret News' Mya Jaradat breaks it down with Boyd.
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Boyd talks with World Trade Center Utah President/CEO Miles Hanson about President Biden's decision to draw down troops from Afghanistan. Hanson says while the U.S. has not made major inroads there in a long time, the situation will remain complicated.
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New research from Utah State University shows immigrants--particularly those with H1-B visas--are crucial to the success of businesses in the state and the country. Josh Smith joins Boyd to explain his findings and expand the conversation about immigration.
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Boyd will discuss the push to expand the Supreme Court.
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Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi talks about the end of the statewide mask mandate and what will — and will not — change because of it.
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John and Chase Hanson, the father and son duo behind Project Empathy, talk about using human connection to solve homelessness.
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Local realtor Chris Sidwell talks about the hot housing market in Utah and what he would coach buyers to do now.
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Boyd will break down the major stories of the day, everything from President Biden’s immigration agreement to infrastructure.
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Boyd welcomes Deseret News reporter Jay Evenson to the show. Jay has written about ranked-choice voting for years -- and says he has some concerns.
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The Salt Lake City Council is debating whether to be part of a pilot program testing out ranked-choice voting. What is it, and what will the process be like to adopt/reject it? Guest: Salt Lake City Council Chair Amy Fowler
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We started the day today, talking about what counts and counting what counts, and how do we count the things that actually count. At the heart of Utah, what counts to us is taking care of each other, including supporting women. Women like Capt. Kristin BEO Wolfe who is the F-35 Demo Team Commander at the Hill Air Force Base shines as an example of how astounding women can be.
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Two unlikely former politicians are coming together to show the world how partnership does a lot more than partisanship. Former Governor Gary Herbert and Former Congressman Ben McAdams will be part of a virtual discussion hosted by Utah Valley University Friday, April 9, 2021, on “Partisanship & the Public Good.” Both join Boyd today for a preview of the panel and a look at how they worked together when they were in office.
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So often we think we have things figured out, we know the news of the day, we're kind of settled in getting a little uncomfortable. But it's important for us to learn to suspend judgment and to suspend what we think we know to get outside of our bubble just a little bit. Including counting things and learning what actually counts.
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Counselor Jenny Howe joins Boyd to teach listeners about confirmation bias. In a world of constant communications and advertisements from individuals and companies trying to sell their products, what is the danger of commercials catering to your preferences? Well, it's bigger than you might think!
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Doug Wilks, the editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look Inside the Newsroom as he discusses our need to put partisan politics aside and focus on what is better for the people of our nation, and coming to our nation.
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Boyd discusses the value of integrity and why it's so crucial in life.
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Deseret News reporter Art Raymond breaks down comments yesterday from former Utah Governor Jon Huntsman and JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon on how the pandemic exposed problems with the US economy. Boyd and Raymond discuss why they agree with the conclusion that Utah will bounce back strongly.
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KSL Newsradio’s own Dave Cawley joins Boyd to deep dive into his latest season of the wildly popular Cold podcast. Season 2 launches today as an Amazon Music Exclusive and follows the life and case of Joyce Yost whose body has never been found.
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Congressman Blake Moore has a follow-up on protecting Utah’s national monuments. This week Department of Interior Secretary Deb Haaland will be visiting Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments, as boundaries continue to be fought over. While Congressman Moore believes that productivity, not partisanship, protects natural resources, the Biden administration has promised to restore older boundaries of the parks that President Trump had restricted.
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Democrats want to pay for the Biden administration's $2.5T infrastructure package by increasing the tax rate on corporations including internationally. But Boyd has a common-sense question about that logic; in the long run who actually pays corporate taxes? The answer might surprise you.
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Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber, joins Boyd to dissect the potential outcomes of the House bill H.R.842 or Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021. The pro-union legislation is connected to Biden's $2.5T infrastructure plan and would dramatically change how many businesses do business. Miller breaks down what the bill would mean for Salt Lake and Utah’s economic future.
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Deseret News reporter Art Raymond breaks down comments yesterday from former Utah Governor Jon Huntsman and JP Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon on how the pandemic exposed problems with the US economy. Boyd and Raymond discuss why they agree with the conclusion that Utah will bounce back strongly.
‘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.
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Randy Economy, the Senior Advisor for the Recall Gavin Newsom campaign in California, joins Boyd for discussion on whether Utah wants the option in the future. Currently, the only way to remove a Utah governor is by impeachment, but according to a recent poll by Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics Utahns want the power of recall elections. Economy tells about the recall effort going on in his state, and why it is an important power to have no matter where you live.
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Despite what Hollywood movies and romance novels regularly portray, in this mortal existence there really is no such thing as “happily ever after.” There is only “happily.” This is even more prevalent when it comes to the world of sports. And with the ending of the NCAA Basketball competition for this year, Boyd turns a “tragic failure” into a lesson in the loss.
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Utah State Senator Jake Anderegg joins Boyd to talk about a recent affordable housing bill, which makes it easier for people to rent out their basements and put “mother-in-law” units on their properties. What needs to be a priority to create more affordable housing?
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The statewide mask mandate will be no more on April 10th. But will you still need to wear one? A lot of cities and counties are thinking of instituting their own mask mandates once the statewide one expires. Salt Lake County Councilwoman Amy Winder Newton joins Boyd to break down what the county might do
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Boyd revisits the problem of corporate tax rate hikes as part of Biden’s infrastructure bill and earlier conversation with R Street Institute’s James Wallner. With Democrats poised to push through more expensive packages with the reconciliation process, what can citizens do to reign in the spending spree?
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U of U Professor Ronnell Andersen Jones joins Boyd to discuss why the Supreme Court dismissed a moot case questioning Donald Trump's blocking of critics on Twitter. Justice Clarence Thomas has some strong words about internet free speech and Professor Andersen Jones shares some of her own.
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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.
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It might be a hard conversation to have, but it is also a crucial conversation to have. This month is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and today is Sexual Assault Awareness Month Day of Action. We are joined by two incredible people working toward spreading awareness of the issue, breaking down barriers of communication, and helping victims heal. The Younique Foundation and Younique products believe that hope and healing are possible as they fight against childhood sexual abuse and helping survivors recover through the proper retreat process.
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The R Street Institute’s James Wallner joins Boyd to the repercussions of the Biden administration's $2.3 trillion infrastructure proposal. With the Senate’s nonpartisan parliamentarian ruling in favor of allowing the Democratic efforts to be passed through the reconciliation process, there is a rise of concern from the conservative side of politics in regards to pushing through an onslaught of expensive bills and increased tax rates on corporations. The underlying question is, are the repercussions worth the price?
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Boyd reminds audiences of 3 principles to transform the way you live And challenges his listeners to continue to “See something that inspires. Say something that uplifts. Do something that makes a difference.”
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American pollster and political analyst Scott Rasmussen is worried we might be entering another failure of a “prohibition era.” Back in the 1920s when booze was banned, it was continually undermined by bootleggers and “upstanding citizens” alike who found ways around legislation and ended up causing a plethora of other problems. While modern policies like vaccine passports and never-ending lockdowns are being dreamed up, we might be leading ourselves into a dangerous nightmare of lawlessness. Rasmussen is a media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News and Inside Sources.
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Boyd introduces a new segment for the show, “The Next is Now,” which focuses on how some thought-leaders are blazing a path to a better future for others. Today World Trade Center Utah's Vice President of Growth Services Aaron Starks previews their event tomorrow, a virtual conversation with Jamie Dimon, Chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase & Co., and Ambassador Jon M. Huntsman Jr., Chair of World Trade Center Utah and Utah's 16th Governor, as they assess the economic state of the globe and across markets. Registration is free and can help you gain the skills for your business to succeed in the post-pandemic world.
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With a new administration in the White House and a pandemic continuing to rage across the world, many people are worried about the United States’ relationship with China. Recently Utah Senator Mitt Romney and the CEO of World Trade Center Utah Miles Hansen, have participated in the series, “The China Paradox: Geopolitics, Chinese Economic Policy, & What it Means for U.S. Businesses” and broke down the concerns of the growing relationship.
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On the national level right now, there's been a lot of conversations about the over $2.25 trillion infrastructure bill and it is amazing to Boyd that when you are the party that is not in power, suddenly you find fiscal responsibility as a guiding principle. The question is, does anyone have credibility anymore in terms of saying they actually care about the national debt? Really interesting over the weekend, Chris Wallace on Fox News Sunday challenged republican Senator Roy Blunt over this credibility issue.
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This last weekend was the 191st Annual General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This weekend fell over Easter which added deeper meaning to members and audiences alike. For the historic conference Easter messages, international inclusion, and numerous temple announcements took center stage. The United States Constitution and the principles it stands for was also defended by President Dallin H. Oaks who encouraged members to be active knowledgeable citizens around the world.
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In his first extended episode, Boyd has some wisdom to share from Hall-of-Famer Charles Barkley and Utah’s own Senator Mike Lee. What can we learn about dividing the rage from the reason in regards to racial tension and handling disagreements better?
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As Boyd prepares to shift to a two-hour radio program later in the day this Monday. He faces his final ‘fastest 60-minutes in radio,’ and takes a moment to enjoy slowing down.
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VidAngel CEO Neal Harmon joins us for a behind-the-scenes look at the formation of the television/streaming hit, ‘The Chosen.’ With ‘The Chosen’ Season 2 premiering this Easter Sunday, Boyd asks what audiences can expect from this season that focuses on the ministry of Jesus Christ. Season Two, Episode 1 airs free on the production company’s mobile app for Apple, Android, and will be broadcast on BYU-TV Easter Sunday.
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This Easter weekend is also the Spring General Conference Weekend for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and our KSL Newsradio talk teams have put together some amazing specials to continue to uplift and enlighten you weekend airing in between sessions and available on the Conference Conversations podcast. We get a preview of all the specials from Boyd Matheson, Debbie Dujanovic & Dave Noriega, and Mary Richards.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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President Joe Biden is not playing games as he continues to roll out more plans in the early days of his presidency. Yesterday he unveiled an ambitious $2 trillion infrastructure plan that included his dreams for the nation’s economic future and securing American jobs. While politicians might not be ready to quite tackle such a bill yet, Major League Baseball is ready to,” Play ball!” Today is MLB’s opening day and Boyd, like the rest of the sports-loving pandemic-drained fans of the world, is excited to see players back in the outfields.
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Boyd builds upon his discussion yesterday, is society stronger and life better with faith in it? He reminds us to focus on the important things as we work our way through life. With Passover, Holy Week, and Easter Sunday being celebrated this week, Boyd reminds us how faith can help build and connect us as neighbors.
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KSLtv reporter Carole Mikita joins Boyd to discuss the season two premiere of “The Chosen” this Easter Sunday. This season “The Chosen” focuses on the beginning of the ministry of Jesus Christ and executive producer Derral Eves hopes we will connect the stories to our lives today. “The Chosen” Season Two, Episode One airs free on the production company’s mobile app for Apple, Android, and will be broadcast on BYU-TV Easter Sunday. Producers confirmed that yes, there will be a Season Three.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Miles Hansen, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, adds to Mitt Romney’s recent town hall discussion on Biden’s China Challenge. With extended knowledge due to WTC-Ut’s “The China Paradox: Geopolitics, Chinese Economic Policy, & What it Means for U.S. Businesses” series, Hansen breaks down the worries and concerns regarding the nation and our world.
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Today President Biden unveils his $2 Trillion infrastructure plan and economic vision for America’s future. Biden plans on increasing taxes on businesses and the ultra-rich to pay for the expensive package that includes practical and "human” infrastructure. While the American Jobs Plan is designed to add to our economy in the long term, Boyd asks if the true cost is worth the spending.
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A recent poll by Gallop shows that the US church membership falls below 50 percent for the first time in 2020 all the way down to 47%. Robert Putnam His landmark work “Bowling Alone” posited, “Faith communities in which people worship together are arguably the single most important repository of social capital in America.” So, is the increasing trends of loneliness, contempt and political polarization in part to blame on our loss of faith. Furthermore, is society stronger and life better with faith in it?
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Utah Valley University president Dr. Astrid Tuminez joins Boyd to discuss how Women are truly essential to society’s success. She adds her own strong voice to our Women’s History Month discussion about how women and diverse voices bring not just more accurate representation to our political and civil world but open our eyes to more opportunities for our future. And we discover what women have inspired her in her life.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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American pollster and political analyst Scott Rasmussen wants to know How much do you trust the government? His recent poll shows that your answer may depend on your political party. Sadly, only 34% of American’s believe the federal government supports founding ideals of freedom, equality, self-governance. Boyd asks what can we do about encouraging these values? Rasmussen is a media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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The Border and broader issues; Who will step up as a true leader? Biden’s administration has its hands full as immigrants arriving at our southern border continue to surge. But while GOP Senators like Mike Lee have visited the area and seen the crisis first hand, as he told Boyd on yesterday’s Inside Sources, Vice President Kamala Harris has yet to visit and does not plan to visit even though she holds the key role in addressing the crisis. Where is Harris on this? Who will step up as a true leader to address this humanitarian and legal fiasco?
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Lt. Gov. Deidre M. Henderson joins Boyd to discuss the importance of diverse representation for Women’s History Month. Henderson’s inaugural quote has become the Women’s History Month theme for Inside Sources this month as we need “no token leadership at our table.” She discusses the important roles women have played in Utah’s history and the women who have left their fingerprints in her life.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Deseret News religion reporter Mya Jaradat joins Boyd to discuss the importance of Passover, or Pesach, in the up home even before the coronavirus pandemic moved worship more into the house instead of the synagogue. This ritual Sedar exemplifies the power of conversing at the dinner table, and how lasting change starts at home.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Derek Brown Chairman of the Utah Republican Party joins Boyd to discuss some of the changes that are happening to Utah’s GOP party. Conservative leaders are learning to lean on a greater diversity of voices as the party moves toward a better representation of members and beliefs.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd to breakdown the border surge crisis and shares what he learned while at the U.S.- Mexico border just days ago. They also discuss that changes happening in their career as Boyd shifts to a two-hour radio program later in the day when Senator Lee gains Lee Lonsberry as a communication director.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Charles Mizrahi, founder of Alpha Investor, author, and podcast host joins Boyd to discuss how recently, representative Jerry Nadler’s comments on the US House floor ignored the faith of the Founding Fathers of our great nation. Mizrahi, as an observant Jew, shares with Boyd the importance of including the history, ethics, and values of the United States foundational Judeo-Christian background in our current political processes. He also wishes everyone a happy Passover and reminds us of lessons we can apply from the holiday to our lives today.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Social scientist, author, and business leader Joseph Grenny believes that the media has some blame for recent mass shootings. He joins Boyd, a member of the media, to discuss how we can better prevent copycat killers while also breaking the news.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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In the wake of tragedy, we must avoid the prop wash of politics. Our nation is mourning and reeling after multiple acts of mass violence from the Capitol Siege in January to the Boulder Colorado grocery store shooting Monday. Lawmakers are scrambling to propose changes to gun legislation and patting their backs at doing something (anything) about the uptick of violence. But, are we missing the real conversation, the real opportunity, here? Yesterday Counselor Jenny Howe joined the show to guide listeners on how to talk to their kids about violence but also pointed out how a wider conversation addressing values needs to happen.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd to discuss the problem and the public perception of earmarks. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are known for requesting funding of their own pet projects in other bills, but is this practice ethical? Both Sen. Lee and a new conservative group called The American Accountability Foundation don’t think so, and Boyd bets listeners agree.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Deseret News’ columnist Jay Evenson shares a personal story about finding empathy for others, even in a sea of shocking news. Thirty-seven years ago a murder changed his perception of victims as individuals, today he asks listeners to do the same thing in regards to the victims of the Boulder Colorado shooting on Monday. Amid a pandemic of mass violence, we must never forget the value of an individual person’s life to keep at bay a crisis of compassion.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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While politicians argue if the Border surge and gun control fight is a crisis or a challenge, Boyd is asking to just get things done! These issues should not be a wedge issue or pawns for a power grab, but they should be tackled in a compassionate way for the people of our nation and beyond.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Counselor Jenny Howe joins Boyd to discuss how you can broach a difficult topic with your children; violence, shootings, and feeling safe. Children of today live in a different world today than we did, a world of 24hour instantaneous news coverage, where fire drills are second place to active -shooter drills. Once more, as the country’s hearts are broken over the latest act of mass violence, Howe reminds us that we can change things.
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American pollster and political analyst Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd for a conversation on American values. Do Americans still believe in freedom, equality and self-government? According to Rasmussen’s recent poll, just 30% of voters say we’re doing well in living up to these ideals. Rasmussen is a media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Yesterday, a shooting at a crowded Colorado grocery store killed 10 people, this latest act of mass violence is on the tails of the Atlanta Spa Shooting Spree that killed eight people and the Capitol siege that killed five. As the nation mourns the loss of human lives, we also tackle the question once more of constitutional common sense in regard to preventing gun violence.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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This weekend with the help of an inspiring prayer from 101-year-old nun Sister Jean, Loyola Chicago upset top-seeded Illinois in the NCAA tournament. Fans, players, and prayer came together for a greater goal, even if it is just one on the courts. And we had a great example of a community pulling together closer to home this Saturday as residents and volunteers helped fight hunger with the Feed Utah Food Drive, gathering food and supplies for those in need, even in the rain. Boyd reminds us that to create lasting change, we need to come together as a community, not just in our politics.
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R Street’s James Wallner helps us divide the rage from the reason for Biden's border crisis, our growing political divide, and bipartisan effort to fix Senate dysfunction with the Make the Senate Great Again caucus. What can we do as citizens to encourage inclusive efforts within the ranks of our lawmakers, regarding infrastructure, drug-pricing bills, border control, and more?
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Utah County Auditor Amelia Powers is running for the now vacant Utah County Commissioner spot as Tanner Ainge moves to Utah Governor Cox’s team. The Republican candidate has over 15 years of experience working in the private and political sector and believes that innovation is the key to saving taxpayers' dollars. She joins Boyd today for a conversation on her campaign platforms.
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The nation has its eyes on our southern border where a surge of immigrants are seeking entry into the US amid a worldwide pandemic. The Biden administration is struggling to address the issue and Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas went on a media blitz this weekend presenting the party's point of view, which is to primarily blame former President Trump’s cut to certain funds. Boyd points out that throwing money at a problem does not fix it, but strong moral leadership does.
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This whole week we have been talking about people who have left their fingerprints on our lives. Today producer KellieAnn joins to talk about a person who has done just that in her life instilling a passion for learning, her recently passed grandfather, Jack Leond Halvorsen. She had the honor of documenting his life a couple of years ago and shares some things about his remarkable life that spanned from homesteading to the pioneering engineering that got us to space. And in this podcast version of the radio segment, we get bonus content as we listen to his story in his own words!
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This Sunday is World Down Syndrome Day, and Boyd shares some of the wonders and inspirations we learn by having people with Down Syndrome in our lives. As a society, we stand taller and we stand stronger when we stand with those who cannot stand for themselves. Our Down syndrome friends are fellow travelers with us along the road of life. While they may struggle with some of the daily tasks the rest of us take for granted – they possess skills and abilities we all would be wise to emulate. They may struggle with speech – but their capacity to love is endless and doesn’t require them to utter a word; they may have difficulty making decisions, but they never judge and have an amazing ability to accept everyone for who they are; they may strain to work or learn, yet they seem to be forever teaching us where about where simple joy is to be found and what it means to discover and cherish true happiness.
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Deseret News opinion editor Savannah Hopkinson shares her personal story about how the movement to #StopAsianHate is more than a viral term for her. As an Asian woman, she shares how racial prejudice has risen amid the coronavirus pandemic, and how it is everyone's responsibility to stand up against hate of all forms.
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Deseret News opinion writer Samuel Benson joins Boyd to discuss a disturbing and dangerous trend, politics becoming religion. While the coronavirus pandemic has turned some to trust more in a heavenly deity, others have placed their faith more in the politics of man. Boyd and Benson discuss the problems associated with this ideological divide.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Boyd is still thinking about those who leave inalterable marks on our lives. Individuals who leave their fingerprints on your heart in untenable and unique ways. Boyd shares text from listeners who have been moved by teachers, family members, bosses, and more as he continues to contemplate,” Who has left their fingerprints on your life?”
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Doug Wilks, the editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look Inside the Newsroom as he discusses our need for heroes and the heroes who are already around us. From sports heroes to colleagues, and even family members who have left their fingerprints on our lives. There are many wonderful people to look up to as examples on our journey for winning the wait.
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BYU Basketball Coach Mark Pope joined Boyd live from Indianapolis yesterday to discuss the team heading for the NCAA tournament and he has some sage advice regarding dealing with the detour. His insight is to not bow to ready-made excuses, whether it is related to the fight against the coronavirus or our political goals. Boyd reminds listeners to not shoulder-shrug, but stand up and square your shoulders instead.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Boyd breaks down what he learned as moderator for the first part of the World Trade Center Utah’s virtual seminar, “The China Paradox: Geopolitics, Chinese Economic Policy, & What it Means for U.S. Businesses.” He reviews what Ambassador Jon Huntsman thinks of China’s political ambitions and how American values can help China progress, not just in business but as a home for its citizens.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Miles Hansen, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, joins Boyd for a preview of an upcoming seminar series, part of which Boyd is moderating. “The China Paradox: Geopolitics, Chinese Economic Policy, & What it Means for U.S. Businesses” virtual discussions starts tomorrow with Boyd moderating a panel on China’s geopolitical ambitions, that includes Ambassador Jon Huntsman, former Deputy National Security Advisor, Matt Pottinger. Register today!
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Derek Brown, Chairman of the Utah Republican Party joins Boyd with some breaking news. Listen for the announcement which will highly impact the conservative party in Utah's political future.
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David Ibarra, Utah entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist, joins Boyd to discuss keys to financial and business success by following Dr. Napoleon Hill’s Science of Success philosophy. Ibarra has recently expanded his existing licensing rights to The Napoleon Hill Foundation's Think and Grow Rich Seminars all the way to mainland China, making him the largest licensee of the seminars in the world.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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BYU Basketball Coach Mark Pope joins Boyd live from Indianapolis where the Cougars are preparing for Thursday's game in the 2021 NCAA tournament. Pope discusses the excitement of the game, the lessons of patience, perseverance, and adaptability the team has learned amid the coronavirus pandemic, which canceled last year's tournament and made sports very complicated over the past year.
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Sometimes you stumble upon unexpected conversations that are just so extraordinary. Last week, Boyd was asked a question in a casual conversation that kept him thinking all weekend long and he now offers it to his audiences; “Who has their fingerprints are on your life?” The best way to get ahead is to leave your fingerprint behind, to influence good in the lives around you.
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BYU Basketball Coach Mark Pope is celebrating a turn from last year’s March Sadness to the Cougars being awarded a 6-seed in the NCAA tournament in 2021. While sports have been made complicated by the coronavirus pandemic over the past year, Coach Pope shared many lessons he had learned while adapting to the stressful season with Boyd last year. Boyd reiterates those lessons as they still apply today!
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Deseret News’ Christian Sagers joins us to continue the conversation about America’s Crisis of Contrition, from former president Donald Trump to current New York Governor Gov. Andrew Cuomo. In the age of Cancel culture, instant certainty, and false apologies, Sagers asks if “nice guys SHOULD finish last?”
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The big news coming out of Washington DC today is President Biden’s administration heading out on the road to sell the recently passed American Rescue Plan. for the national tour, titled “Hope Is Here,” President and First Lady Biden, as well as Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, will visit 5 states that just so happens to be home to contentious Senate races next year. Boyd breaks down the strategy of the tour and exemplifies Utah for its pandemic response.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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It has been a year since the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus pandemic. There are many lessons we have learned over the past year as we have adapted, lifted, exposed, and tackled the repercussions of this deadly virus. Boyd breaks down some of these lessons and gives predictions about what the Biden administration will do now as we wait for the president to sign the current stimulus bill and also speak on the anniversary of the pandemic tonight.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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The kitchen table: We have called this space the “conversation starter” with the hope that it can foster crucial conversations in homes, communities, and the nation. Boyd asks if it is time we once more gather back around this social center of the home to create a better social culture in the world.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Former Congresswoman, current CNN correspondent, and proud family-woman, Mia Love joins the show as we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month. She shares lessons she has learned from great women in her life (including her own daughters) and the power of finding your own voice, even among crowds of contempt.
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Cydni Tetro, president of the Women’s Tech Council joins Boyd to discuss how the pandemic has impacted women, and preview the Virtual Summit: The First Female Recession, the Impact on Women in Tech event happening on Friday, March 12, from 11:30-1:30 MST. Tickets are $15-35 and the price of your ticket goes to help sponsor a high school student in SheTech. Because, after 12 months of the pandemic and everything that has come with it we are experiencing the first female recession.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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The $1.9 trillion stimulus package is now in the hands of the House of Representatives, who are expected to pass the bill on to president Biden today for his approval. Boyd has some thoughts for audiences to bear in mind as the bill progresses, mainly this is the largest single swath spending in American history when we are also at a point of the largest national debt in our history. The over-reaching package is being called out for including non-covid related pension bailouts, Seaway International Bridge, Amtrack, and more.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Benjamin Franklin designed the original penny to include the saying "Mind Your Business". Spending more time on the business of the mind always yields generous and lasting rewards. What we fill our mind with ignites possibility and potential.
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Deseret News’ Christian Sagers joins us to continue the conversation about the need for a new moral awakening in America and how the younger generation is trying to spark that principled Upswing from an “I” mindset back to a “We” mindset.
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It's International Women's Week. We have special insight from leaders in our community, nation and world, including Relief Society General President Sister Jean B. Bingham, Exoro Group founder Maura Carabello, Reverend Theresa Dear, and Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson.
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A year ago, we were on the precipice of a pandemic. Now we stand on the precipice of a new relief bill. Both sides appear to be unhappy with the bill, and they should be. We need to have more discussions on accountability and outcomes when increasing government spending.
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It's International Women's Day and we celebrate with some words of wisdom from past guests, leaders, and a virtual event going on right now. Featuring Relief Society General President Sister Jean B. Bingham as the keynote speaker for the fifth annual International Women-In-Diplomacy Day event today. We join the celebration of the resilience and ingenuity of women in diplomacy and beyond.
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American pollster and political analyst Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to discuss his new poll showing that a significant portion of American’s think our election system needs reform. Rasmussen is a media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and Director for The University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics joins to recap Utah’s 2021 legislative session. This year’s session tackled everything from COVID-19 restrictions and police reform, to budget concerns and the contentious Dixie State University rename bill. Perry and Boyd recap the session and discuss how we can keep the momentum moving on lasting legislative growth in Utah.
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This weekend Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus bill passed the Senate and is closer than ever to being put into action. While Democrats and President Biden are calling the progress of the American Rescue Plan a much-needed relief for the American public, republicans continue to worry about the costs and overreaching contents of the package. So, will Biden’s actions stimulate or hinder our economy?
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Today marks the 90th anniversary of "The Star-Spangled Banner" becoming the national anthem of The United States of America, so on this National Anthem Day, Boyd celebrates the history, spirit, and lyrics of this most famous ballad. Many people have no idea there are actually four official verses to the anthem, and even fewer know about an unofficial fifth verse, written a half-century later by poet Oliver Wendell Holmes. Boyd celebrates our nation and its most beloved song.
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Congressmen Blake Moore and Bruce Westerman as part of the On the Natural Resources Committee, are concerned with the way the Biden administration is handling the protection of natural resources with the Protecting America’s Wilderness and Public Lands Act. While both Republican and Democratic parties believe in protecting our national resources, they ask for a more bipartisan effort and local guidance to be considered. Both Representatives join Boyd to discuss.
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Elder Kevin S. Hamilton, a General Authority Seventy and executive director of the Family History Department for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and Steve Rockwood, CEO of FamilySearch International, share some highlighted messages from RootsTech 2021.
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As President Biden urges the Senate to pass his administration’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, some Republican leaders are calling it a “Washington Special” that is not focused on what is actually needed for economic relief during the COVID pandemic. While the president’s administration is pushing for the bill to pass, they are facing other complications as Biden’s Cabinet remains half-empty and nominations are being questioned and even pulled. In this complicated and divisive time, Boyd points out the leaders to follow who are poised to help create unity.
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Everyone wants to be part of a story, because stories connect us in ways we can’t imagine. This past weekend at RootsTech 2021, FamilySearch CEO, Steve Rockwood, expanded on the need to connect to one another through our stories because, “When we see how we and our stories are connected, we will see and treat each other differently.” Boyd reminds listeners to tell their stories; to their loved ones, their children, the others, and to the world. Because the power of stories is nearly unbelievable.
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Doug Wilks, the editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look Inside the Newsroom at the ups and downs of covering this year of the pandemic rollercoaster.
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Deseret News’ columnist Jay Evenson joins Boyd for a look at the top issues Utah lawmakers are facing in their final week on The Hill. From the outlook of a pandemic ‘endgame” to the continued drama of Dixie State’s needed name change, Evenson breaks down what listeners need to know about our legislature.
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Today, FBI Director Christopher Wray testifies and tackles claims of domestic terrorism in front of a Senate hearing on security issues surrounding the Capitol Riot on January 6th. Meanwhile, the Senate is tackling the Biden administration’s $1.9 trillion relief package, and Boyd asks are we tackling the right questions?
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George Will put out an article this weekend dissecting the impact of Biden’s latest pandemic stimulus package and the danger of the intense spending currently proposed. While we struggle to correct the negative impacts of the covid pandemic, we must not add further problems to our future by throwing more money than needed at the problem. Real relief does not come from adding unnecessary and unprecedented spending, but smartly identifying and providing for the people impacted most by the pandemic.
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Amanda Makki, lawyer and political strategist, joins Boyd to breakdown What kind of a leader is Joe Biden?. How does President Biden’s first days in office compare to our past presidents, Democratic and Republican, when it comes to executive orders signed, foreign policy, budgeting, and bipartisan effort? While leadership means different things to different people, what kind of leadership can we expect from our current Commander in Chief?
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Savannah Hopkinson, Deseret News opinion writer who frequently writes about family policy, recently was part of a discussion panel on women bearing the brunt of the pandemic. She joins Boyd to examine how we can address why women have suffered more job-losses than men, and how we can provide policy support for women in their roles as providers and parents.
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Sunday ‘marked one year from the coronavirus’s first patient in Utah, marking the start of a rollercoaster of ups-and-downs regarding the impact of the pandemic. From school closers and unemployment highs to covid relief bills and local power debates, Americans and Utahns have tried to adapt in ways that protect ourselves while we assist others. As the next round of economic stimulus progresses through our lawmakers’ hands, Boyd reminds listeners that there is a role for the federal government, but a broad bailout is not it
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Boyd continues his lessons learned from his “Therefore, What? podcast” conversation with Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett, about American society’s morality cycle of shifting from an “I” to a “we” mentality. In their new book, The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again, they point out that it is not charismatic leaders who spark an upswing, but the efforts of the people and especially our youth.
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Former Senate Democratic Leader Scott Howell is excited that the Utah Senate will be discussing Dixie State University’s name change bill after all! While previously, the senate had no plans to hold a hearing, a student-led protest at the capitol on Wednesday caused them to reconsider. Many, such as Boyd, believe that the bill is necessary for the success of Dixie’s former and future students, while others fear the change would be an attack on the school’s history.
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R-Street’s James Wallner joins Boyd to comment on the complications of the current coronavirus stimulus bill and explain the process it has to take as it works its way through lawmakers’ hands. The $1.9 Trillion stimulus package is set for House vote within days and faces new hurdles, including terms like a parliamentarian, reconciliation, and the standards of the Byrd rule. Wallner gives our listeners a 101 of the mechanism of progression.
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This phase of the most recent coronavirus stimulus plan is in its waning hours as it advances to a House vote within days, but negotiations and debate continue between the reigning parties as Democrats frame it as an essential lifeline for American families and Republicans call it “a socialist bill on steroids” packed with erroneous requirements. Also, Boyd has some exciting breaking news regarding coronavirus vaccinations in Utah.
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The “Utah Advantage” is a mix of rugged individualism and compassionate communitarianism according to ‘Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community’ author Robert Putnam’s conversation with Boyd on his Therefore, What? Podcast. Boyd expands on the conversation adding some wisdom from Elder D. Todd Christofferson, an apostle in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, October 2020 conference address ‘Sustainable Societies” and Boyd’s own insights. Because our future depends on setting cynicism, scorn, and contempt aside and deeply connecting with our fellow travelers here on planet earth.
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As we mark over a year since the coronavirus pandemic hit Utah, Counselor Jenny Howe joins Boyd to breakdown the mental health impact of the long-waging war against the virus. From the risk our youth faces from social isolation and Zoom weariness to the difference between stress and fatigue, Howe provides insight into and tips to fight the wear-and-tear the pandemic has caused on our most valuable resource, our minds. Boyd and Jenny discuss what can we do to promote hope, that is the sense of emotional control and resilience regardless of external circumstances.
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Paul Edwards Director of the Wheatley Institution of Brigham Young University joins Boyd for a preview of their free webinar this Thursday, The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again” with Robert D. Putnam & Shaylyn Romney Garrett. Putnam and Romney Garrett recently joined Boyd on his Therefore, What? Podcast discussing their book and how we as Individuals can break through our current selfish thought process and engage in community to create a new upswing in America’s quality of life. Edwards offers his insight into the event, the book, and the reasoning behind the need for that upswing.
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With Biden’s $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 relief plan heading to House vote later this week, Boyd asks if this is “the wrong plan, at the wrong time, and for all the wrong reasons?” GOP leaders including Utah’s Senator Mitt Romney say that the plan is a ‘clunker’ and are offering other options. And Boyd offers his listeners a look into his “sometimes weird” life as yesterday Boyd was set to talk politics on a news show, but with the breaking news of Tiger Woods’ rollover accident, the whole panel turned to a different type of commentary.
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This day in history, Folk singer Woody Guthrie penned his most famous song, which over the years has become a second anthem to a diverse crowd of Americans. "This Land Is Your Land," including the often dropped final verses, whether claimed by conservative activists, civil rights leaders, or the Tabernacle Choir, persists as a basic part of American tradition. The beloved ballad is sung by school-aged children and aging hippies alike, in spite of its complicated historical roots. The fact that the song can mean so many things to so many people is a paradox that makes it so very American, because no matter what the singer believes the truth still sings “This land is made for you and me!”
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Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett, recently joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What? podcast” to discuss how America is more technologically connected than at any point in history, yet social capital seems to be in decline, political divisions run deep, communities are crumbling, and the country appears to be more narcissistic and fragmented than ever before. Robert Putnam, the Malkin Research Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University and author of Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community, and Shaylyn Romney Garrett, writer and founding contributor to Weave: The Social Fabric Project, are co-authors of The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again. Boyd shares highlights from the podcast and how it can help us spark an “upswing” now.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Today amid the muddle insurrection hearings, which might raise the chaotic emotions of hate, fear, and disappointment, please remember that we as Americans can still bring each other hope. The day after the Capital riot Boyd took to the air and to the keyboard to have a critical conversation about fighting our division and not each other, and replacing contempt for the other, with compassion for each other. He reminds audiences today of the four tasks challenge he gave us: Take note, heart, courage, and action.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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This day in History: The Miracle on Ice happened as the U.S. hockey team beat the Soviets in the 1980 Winter Olympics, in one of the most dramatic upsets in sports history. Now 40 years later, Boyd asks his listeners “Do you still believe in miracles?” Because Boyd still does!
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Deseret News’ columnist Jay Evensen joins Boyd to break down the latest breakdown of the Dixie State renaming drama. While most Utahns say Dixie State shouldn’t change its name and lawmakers grapple with the issue, sources say the Senate has no plans to hold a hearing for the name change bill. Governor Cox says he’d sign it and believes change is necessary for the university's success, as does Boyd. Boyd and Evensen argue the points of the heated debate and the need for a hearing to happen behind OPEN doors.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Julie and Alex Boyé join Boyd to discuss why teaching their biracial children about Black History is important to them. Black History education should not be a point of contention no matter what your race is, because "We All Bleed the Same," and share this world together.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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President Biden's pick for attorney general, Merrick Garland, confirmation hearing this morning as Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus plan continues to dash through Congress. In a time of great need in our nation, Boyd asks what our nation actually needs.; will mass spending help our nation, or will the cost cripple our children’s future?
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Calls for unity can be difficult to discern and can ring hollow when surrounded by the loud bluster of partisan attacks or overwhelmed by the angry and angst-filled cries of political opponents and political followers. Are we so comfortable with contempt that we refuse to even listen to other points of view? Boyd points out that unity isn't impossible and we have George Washington to thank for showing us the way, found in his farewell address.
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Deseret News opinion writer Sam Benson joins Boyd to discuss the continuing struggle of Dixie State Universities’ name. While lawmakers and leaders continue to ask if the name should be changed for the sake of its students’ future, Benson points out that Latter-day Saints (not Mormons!) know what’s in a name. After all, the Dixie State’s name change isn’t about the past but is about their students’ future, and the bill to rename the school has already cleared Utah’s House.
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Today Biden and congressional Democrats are unveiling an immigration bill that massively overhauls our nation’s system. Boyd reminds listeners to be wary of anyone trying to further divide our nation on the topic of immigration. Parties of all sizes want to modernize immigration reform and welcome new citizens into the country with appropriate measures. We just disagree with how to go about it.
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Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day and Boyd celebrates the stories of people who slowed down the help take care of another. From neighbors shoveling snow from driveways this morning to history-changing actions of forgiveness, showing a little bit of kindness can go a very long way. So make sure you get out there and do something that makes a difference today.
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Sydnee Dickson, Utah’s State Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Dr; Patty Norman, Deputy Superintendent of Student Achievement join Boyd to discuss the importance of teaching Black History and celebrating Black History Month in Utah. The Black History theme for 2021 is The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity, to teach that and to create an inclusive community, we need to start with an inclusive educational experience for all.
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Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day that, combined with the passing of conservative radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh has Boyd asking the deeper questions in the conversation about divisive thought. While you might not agree with the rhetoric of an opposing party, listening is the key to envoke real and lasting kindness. People will always give voice to their politics, but it is a kind person who will give their ear in return. As we tell stories of acts of kindness today, it is wise to remember you cannot help the other, if you don’t notice their story in the first place.
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Presidents’ Day is a day to celebrate our nation’s leaders of the past and present, as well as their wisdom that has left a mark on our great democracy. Presidents' Day was originally established to honor our first, and one of our greatest presidents, George Washington. His example of leadership set the standard of presidential guidance for America's history, including how to step down from the role. Today we look at his farewell address, where he called for a continuation of unity between the government and the people, a continuation Boyd hopes can be reignited today.
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Deseret News reporter Mya Jaradat joins to talk about the power and need of religious diversity in the workplace. While corporate America has embraced diversity for decades, many are only now seeking to build religiously inclusive environments including the Religious Freedom & Business Foundation and even President Biden with his recent executive order reestablishing the White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships. Boyd and Mya discuss the importance of religious speech in America.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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H.R. McMaster, the former National Security Adviser, recently joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What?” podcast to pitch the case for strategic empathy. Boyd and McMaster discuss how empathy can actually be the key to national security, the danger of a narcissistic approach to foreign relations, and America’s role in the world.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Presidents’ Day is more than a day of sales, it is a day to reflect on our current and past United States’ Presidents who have pulled us together as a nation. While we live in a divisive world rocked by the recent impeachment acquittal of former President Trump, the coronavirus pandemic, administrative changes, and more, Boyd challenged listeners to look beyond the “montage of the moment” and seek a better future because of the lessons we are currently learning.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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In his Nobel Prize acceptance speech, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stated, "that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word..." Love unconditional, and the action it spurs, is becoming endangered in today’s society and needed even more amid the pandemic. While we might not spend as much on Valentine’s Day this year true love costs little in dollars and matters even more. You can join the KSL Newsradio’s Utah Gives back Love Letters Challenge by writing letters and cards to Utah’s seniors, and reach out to friends, family members, and neighbors who are isolated at this time to show some extra care. Live love by your example because Dr. King was right - unconditional love will have the final word.
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R-Street’s James Wallner joins Boyd to give his case against late impeachment with a quick 101 on the history of impeachment in the United States and the arguments of the constitutionality of former President Trump’s current trial. For the safety and future path of our nation, we need to focus on the legality of the impeachment, not the emotions we feel toward Trump or surrounding the Capitol Seige.
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We should applaud people who choose not to bash their opponent and not give in to the lure of selective outrage. Tuesday Senator Mike Lee had an opportunity while on Fox News to call his democratic peers hypocrites, but he didn't take the bait and instead emphasized the need for mulligans and opportunities to talk issues out instead. Soon after, his message was misconstrued by the New York times as Lee saying Trump needed a mulligan, not an impeachment. Yesterday, The Federalist stood up for Lee’s choice to put charity over politics, and Boyd is here to support that choice.
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What’s ahead as Trump's impeachment trial continues today? The prosecutors are wrapping up their opening presentation today, before handing arguments over to the lawyers for Donald Trump tomorrow. Boyd takes a look as he dips into the trial and breaks down the different points of the argument, and asks individuals to "listen differently" as the impeachment progresses.
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What’s in store for Trump’s impeachment trial today? Boyd breaks it down as he dips into day two of the impeachment trial, the day where actual arguments begin.
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A group of former longtime felons and drug addicts and who have been arrested over 400 times knows it’s made all the difference. The success of justice reform must be measured by whether it changes lives, not just lightening sentences. Boyd is joined by Joseph Grenny and Dave Durocher of The Other Side Academy to talk about the need for real criminal justice reform and how their organization can be a template for true accountable change.
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Boyd spent years as an international business consultant and understands that outsourcing an organization can fail if it lacks spirit or other sustainable strategic energy. Yet, as Americans, we continue to outsource many aspects of our society, from parenting to individual decision making. Outsourcing the soul of our society will never work, “We the People” must BE the people; to be the truth, be the good, be the change, be humble, be authentic, be grateful, and show compassion in order to progress.
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Congressman Blake Moore has had a very eventful first month in office. After being sworn in as the first new congressman for the area since 2003 in early January, the country has been rocked by polarized politics, an attack at our nation’s capital, a new administration, and continued coronavirus pandemic problems. Moore breaks down the lessons, surprises, and future outlook of his new role.
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Calls for unity are coming from politicians, celebrities, thought bringers, religious leaders, and companies, but can America, and the world, really meet on “the middle'' road? Bruce Springsteen and Jeep think so! Boyd takes a look at other lessons we learned this weekend, from the Super Bowl to the Vatican.
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Today’s Super Bowl Monday hangover is more of a headache than usual as we return to politics and pandemics. The second impeachment trial of former President Trump begins tomorrow and Boyd thinks both sides are anxious to get the trial done, but are also planning on a lot of speechifying. In a win for religious freedom, the Supreme Court lifted California's ban on indoor church services during the pandemic. Justice Neil M. Gorsuch wrote on the lifting, “Drafting narrowly tailored regulations can be difficult. But if Hollywood may host a studio audience or film a singing competition while not a single soul may enter California’s churches, synagogues, and mosques, something has gone seriously awry.” Which Boyd seriously agrees with.
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Saturday would be the 110th Birthday of President Ronald Reagan, so today we are celebrating his legacy and the rediscovery of American values and common sense he exemplified. Right now, as our great nation is rocked by turmoil and contempt, the swiftest and surest path to progress for all is a re-rediscovery of the principles Reagan represented. Today we explore some of his greatest speeches, the stories of those who worked alongside him, and the influence he has had with the younger generations who weren't even alive when he was in office yet are still learning through his example.
Today’s episode even includes a special guest appearance by Boyd's daughter, Sarah Matheson-Steeby, on a lesson she learned while working at the Reagan Ranch Center
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The question for today is how much is a trillion; how big is a trillion, how wide is a trillion? With President Biden wanting nearly $1.9 trillion in his covid relief package, do we really understand how much that is? Boyd breaks down what it looks like, spends like, and is like, thanks to an email from a listener.
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Sarah Weaver, host of the Church News Podcast joins Boyd to discuss tackling the challenge of anxiety and other issues with the Church's Life Help resources in this week's podcast episode. In the podcast, she is joined by Elder Marcos A. Aidukaitis, a General Authority Seventy, Sister Carol Costley of the Young Women general advisory council, who is also a social worker with a background in mental health, and mental health professional G. Sheldon Martin, the manager of special topics and issues impacting members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They discuss the reality that everyone struggles with anxiety and at different levels throughout their life, how dispelling the myth of perfectionism and practicing "Inspired Neglect" can help everyone, and finally that if you are in need of help, reach out to professionals, friends, family, and trusted others to find support. As we all continue to struggle in this pandemic reality, it is now more important than ever to be aware of our mental health and the mental health of others.
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Leaders and lawmakers are looking at changing the name of Dixie State University after years of debate over the negative connotation of the term “dixie” outside of Southern Utah. The school’s president Richard Williams joined Boyd in a recorded conversation earlier to discuss how the Dixie State’s name change isn’t about the past but is about their students’ future. KSL Newsradio’s Lee Lonsberry joins Boyd to discuss the issue and breakdown the bill regarding the name change process that is in front of the Utah legislature.
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In our nation’s capital today, leaders are coming together to share power, honor a fallen officer, and debate over the next round of coronavirus stimulus relief. Boyd breaks down the breaking news as we continue to attempt political unity in a divided time.
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We are calling for change from our leaders, but we also must strive to be the example of the change we request. We the people must BE the people; be good, be listening, be engaging, and be the one to drive out the thunder of contempt. And as Oprah Winfrey urged the graduating class of USC Annenberg in 2018, we need to BE THE ONE seeking truth.
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American pollster and political analyst Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to discuss the national viewpoint of our great nation, from how our country is longing for unity and the direction of the future of the conservative party, to how we are losing our pessimism in regards to the coronavirus pandemic. Rasmussen is a media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Robert Doar, president of American Enterprise Institute (AEI) recently joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What? podcast” to discuss how America is still the land of opportunity and upward mobility. While many organizations have struggled in the midst of the pandemic. AEI is thriving, succeeding, and expanding its reach and influence even amid a pandemic, and proving that the pathway out of poverty is through education, hard work, and helping one another succeed.
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Boyd shares an experience and a lesson from this weekend surrounding, of all things, the functionality of the fridge. What lesson can a standard kitchen appliance lead us to? Apparently a lesson of patience, drastic decision making, resetting, and more.
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Last week, Boyd joined World Trade Center Utah‘s Miles Hansen in an important virtual discussion with Former National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster on the strategic challenges the United States faces and the need to restore strategic competence to American statecraft. McMaster believes that the United State should take note of Utah’s strategic competence. Boyd continues to break down the leadership lessons from that conversation, whose themes of communications and compromise are needed even more today.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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President Astrid S. Tuminez discusses Utah Valley University’s lessons learned amid COVID and how the repercussions of the pandemic are re-shaping opportunities for the future of higher education. Last week Tuminez discussed the issues and opportunities with Boyd, Deseret News, and KSL Newsradio.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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The battle over the next coronavirus stimulus bill is in full force today as what kind of relief is actually needed is debated by all sides While President Biden has outlined a $1.9 trillion package, some republicans are responding with a $618 Billion relief proposal of their own. Boyd asks if our nation’s leaders can pass this leadership test, by passing a package that is the best for America in this hard time.
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Grace creates space for unity, compassion, healing, and empathy. America is a nation in great need of grace at this time, in the way we treat “the other” in our lives. Remember to create space for grace in your life and you will spread true unity in our nation.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Yesterday Boyd joined World Trade Center Utah‘s Miles Hansen in an important virtual discussion with former National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster on the strategic challenges the United States faces and the need to restore strategic competence to American statecraft. McMaster believes that the United State should take note of Utah’s strategic competence. Boyd breaks down some of his favorite points and advice from the event.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Joseph Grenny Bestselling Author, leading social scientist, and founder of The Other Side Academy recently joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What?” podcast to discuss how true criminal justice reform happens when accountability is applied. Today, Boyd plays a portion of the podcast for his radio audience.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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The nation and Boyd are watching our capitol closely as the second Trump impeachment is moving forward despite Republican objections, and the new Biden administration is in office. In his first week in office, President Joe Biden is launching his tenure with a flurry of executive orders, many of which are geared toward removing orders that Trump gave. Boyd breaks down the issues with executive orders and impeachments.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Boyd has often said that people who lose the capacity for reverence of life, are at risk of losing a great deal more. Tomorrow is International Holocaust Remembrance Day, an annual day of commemoration to honor the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and millions of other victims of Nazism. On January 27, 1945, Soviet troops enter Auschwitz, Poland, freeing the survivors of the network of concentration camps—and finally revealing to the world the depth of the horrors perpetrated there. While it is important to teach the horrors of the Holocaust to prevent another genocide from ever being repeated again, the late great Rabbi Lord Sacks while developing an educational series on the Holocaust challenged the world to teach beyond the trama of the event, and focus instead on the life and stories of the victims and the joy that we are able to live now.
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Deseret News’ columnist Jay Evenson joins Boyd for a monumental discussion about monuments. President Biden is thinking about changing the size of national monuments which would include Southern Utah’s Grand Staircase-Escalante and Bears Ears. One of the biggest issues of such orders is the lack of communication with the state and local leaders. Is it time to inject democracy into these types of situations and exempt Utah from the Antiquities Act?
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Miles Hansen, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, invites listeners to join the center and Deseret News’ virtual discussion with former National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster on the strategic challenges the United States faces this Wednesday. Both Hansen and McMaster believe that the United State should take note of Utah’s strategic competence.
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Yesterday House Democrats delivered the impeachment case against Donald Trump to the Senate with a sole charge of “incitement of insurrection.” Today, Senators will be sworn in as jurors for the trial which begins February 8th. Both sides are signaling they want to get the trial over quickly but for their own reasons; the Democrats to move forward with Biden’s administration, the Republicans because it is a moot issue as Trump has already been elected out of office.
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Washington Post’s columnist and Pulitzer Prize-winner George Will joins Boyd to discuss Conservative Sensibilities in 2021. Will applies his decades of political analysis experiences to the issue of refocusing the Republican party onto the Founder’s vision. With the 2020 election finally in the rearview mirror, what direction can and should the GOP take to accommodate and change the conversation for a better, more-principled, future? Boyd discusses the direction of the conservative party with Will and then expands on what was said.
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Really, the future of the conservative party belongs to the young. Can the GOP adapt to the rising generations rhetoric of climate change, race relations, immigration, and more? Deseret News opinion writer Sam Benson joins Boyd to discuss what it means to be young and conservative in 2021 and in the years to come.
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Can push for transparency coupled with a post-presidency impeachments and an impending senatorial retirement force better political compromises? Republican Sen. Rob Portman of Ohio announced today he will not run for reelection in 2022, citing the difficulty of breaking through partisan gridlock. While the choice sets the stage for a potentially competitive Senate race, it can also set the stage for the increased conversation of compromising between parties.
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Amanda Gorman’s poem “The Hill We Climb,” read by the poet laureate at Biden’s inauguration stole the show and moved hearts. Boyd revisits the inspirational piece of work with the hopes that listeners will turn poetry into action as they are reminded that, “There is always light, if only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it,”
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With the Biden-Harris administration’s inauguration yesterday, President Joe Biden launches his tenure with a flurry of executive orders. From massive coronavirus relief efforts to an immigration overhaul, there are over a dozen orders for Boyd to dive into today, including some that impact our very own Beehive State in a unique way. Boyd reaffirms his belief that ruling by executive order is wrong, and we need to demand our legislators step up to their roles of making our laws.
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Amid the excitement and celebration of the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris today, Boyd reminds listeners of this important quote by former Secretary of State Daniel Webster. “Let our object be our country, our whole country, and nothing but our country. And, by the blessings of God, may that country itself become a vast and splendid monument, not of oppression and terror, but of wisdom, of peace, and of liberty, upon which the world may gaze with admiration forever.”
With an eye to that objective, Boyd expands on how today’s inaugural events, speeches, and participants, showcase the diversity of American dreams, opinions, and people. And compares the words of President Biden today to the presidents of the past, and how their inaugurations truly set the tone for their whole administration.
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American political advisor Stephen Studdert joins Boyd to give us a look inside a presidential inauguration. Studdert, a Utah resident, has served several of our nation's presidents including directing the 1989 Presidential inauguration of George Bush, and advisor to the 1981 and 1985 inaugurations of Ronald Reagan. He expands on some of his favorite moments from these historical events of wonderful significance.
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Today we have our #EyeOnTheHill as Utah’s 2021 Legislature Sessions begins. Running from now until March 5th, the Beehive State lawmakers will tackle issues from tax cuts to balancing emergency powers, often virtually amid the ongoing pandemic. We take a look at what to expect from this year’s legislature from Utah Minority leader Representative Brian King. Boyd also shares a unique experience this morning of interviewing with an Arabian news network and the sense of pride in our historic democratic system that it inspired in him.
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Today is the night before President-Elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, and after an extended and contentious election process, the nation is getting prepared for the new administration. With the usual celebration complicated by the coronavirus pandemic, the repercussions of the Capitol Siege, and contentions with current President Trump, all eyes are on Washington DC to see how Biden will set the tone for his administration over the next few days, particularly in a 50-50 Senate.
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The late Reverend Martin Luther King Jr's life and legacy are being celebrated today across the nation, and Boyd reminds listeners to honor King's legacy through service, listening, and action. The president of the Salt Lake City NAACP branch, Jeanetta Williams, joins Boyd to discuss the mission of the NAACP, how Utah is leading the way in improving the hearing of diverse voices and invites audiences to watch the televised Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Commemoration tonight.
Martin Luther King famously said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?" This spirit of service is seen across the nation as a multitude of communities celebrate Martin Luther King Day as a Day of service. President-elect Joe Biden has called for this day of service in relation to his weeklong inauguration celebration. Locally, The Utah for Biden Committee in partnership with the Utah Democratic Party, is hosting a drive with the Utah Food Bank. Event co-chair Elna Hamp joins to invite people of all backgrounds to support the drive by donating in person and online.
In a time of social and political unrest in this nation, Boyd reminds us of Dr. King's request to "make real the promises of democracy" and continue working with "the fierce urgency of now" in mind. Boyd reminds us of the advice given by Reverend Amos C. Brown, pastor of San Francisco's Third Baptist Church and NAACP leader, that "The More We Get Together The Happier We Will be," as we "Tangibilitate" or make something real, perceptible, understandable, touchable, and obtainable through thought, word, and deed.
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It is President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration week and his administration is gearing up as the Trump administration is winding down. The Biden administration is promising to attack four overlapping crises right from the start, the coronavirus pandemic, climate change, racial equity, and the economic recession. While President Trump is refusing to attend the inauguration he is wrapping up his presidency with pardons and preparing for his second impeachment. Boyd points out the continued problem of executive orders and the vicious cycle wasting America’s time.
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Today marks the third anniversary that President Russell M. Nelson was set apart as the president and prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We take a look at the accomplishments and invitations given in this timeframe. From a transition to a more home-focused church just in time for the coronavirus pandemic, to invitations to build faith in Jesus Christ and #HearHim, there are many ways the Church and its members have grown under President Nelson’s guidance in these past three years.
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The year 2020 laid bare a concerning disconnect between elected officials and the American people, and 2021 is shaping up to magnify that chasm. While opposing sides are declaring the “day of reckoning” is coming for the other, Boyd would like to point out that the real day of reckoning is happening for the leaders who have disconnected from their constituents they are supposed to represent. Whoever successfully reconnects and represents our citizens truly will lead “we the people” for the next decade and beyond.
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True leaders focus on those they lead, not the leader themselves. As we prepare to enter a new presidential administration in a time of political division, economic stress, and civil strife; Boyd calls for America’s leaders to have the courage to ask one simple question, “What is best for the country?”
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American pollster and political analyst Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to discuss the national viewpoint of impeachments, riots, and the future of our nation. Maybe it is time to follow the admonition of Abraham Lincoln and unify with malice toward none; with charity for all. Rasmussen is a media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber, joins Boyd to report on the findings and hopeful future instore for Utah discussed in yesterday’s 2021 Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit. From Salt Lake legislative priorities to Governor Cox’s keynote speech, what was discussed, and what can be discovered about Utah’s economic and policy outlook?
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The House is voting on impeaching President Trump for the second time today. The article of impeachment charges includes "incitement of insurrection" for "spreading false statements" about the election, particularly in regard to the Capitol riot on Wednesday, January 6th, 2021. Late last night the House had approved a resolution urging Vice President Mike Pence to help oust President Trump by invoking the 25th Amendment, which he decided was not in the best interest of the nation. Boyd breaks down the situation encouraging reason over rage.
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With President Trump entering his final week as president of the United States, Boyd is wondering what he will say in his farewell address. Yesterday we listened to portions of President Ronald Reagan’s farewell and today we listen to parts of President Jimmy Carter’s farewell. Carter, who only served one term, gave a great example of encouraging the nation as he left the office, will Trump do the same?
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Deseret News’ Dennis Romboy on Who is the most trusted voice in America? In 1972 it was CBS anchorman Walter Cronkite, but who would be that trusted voice of wisdom in our divided nation today? Boyd and Romboy discuss.
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With the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden in 8 days, and the Capitol protest less than a week behind us, the House is considering invoking the 25th amendment to impeach President Donald Trump for the second time. This morning Trump spoke publicly for the first time addressing his anger over the impeachment talk and condemning the violence of the capitol siege. With all that in mine, Boyd asks. what is best for our country at this moment and in the future?
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Is a historical second impeachment in order for President Trump? With only 9 days until President-elect Biden’s inauguration, Nancy Pelosi and other lawmakers are calling for the impeachment on the grounds of ‘incitement of insurrection’ for the Capitol Protest last week. Boyd asks, what congress can do and what they should do? He challenges his listeners to watch and support strong leaders in this time of turmoil.
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This Day In History, President Ronald Reagan gave his farewell address reminding us to continually be “Rediscovering America,” in principle, in practice, and in our homes. His encouragement of returning to ‘common sense” and principled values is something we need to be reminded of today as we take on the question of courage and ask what is best for our country.
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Deseret News national religion reporter Kelsey Dallas joins Boyd to discuss The bill that could change religious freedom as you know it. They ask if the “Do No Harm Act,” could actually harm our right to religious worship. They break down the history of such acts, and how they impact worship and practice in our nation.
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Boyd revisits his conversations with Bob Woodward about pardons, corruption, and rediscovering integrity. What positive lessons can we learn from how past leaders reacted to the misbehavior of their peers when applied to today’s tumult and division in our political landscape?
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After a night of chaos at the Capital of the United States of America, it is time to have a critical conversation about fighting our division and not each other. Boyd Matheson leads a discussion today about replacing contempt for the other, with compassion for each other. He challenges his audience to take on four tasks, no matter what your views are or how extreme you fall on the political spectrum; 1) Take Note, 2) Take Heart, 3) Take Courage, and 4) Take Action.
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From “A Day of Reckoning” to the idea of reconciliation, Boyd reminds listeners that the purpose of our politics should be based on the ideas of the people, not the zero-sum power of idea. In a recent conversation with Judge Thomas Griffith, Boyd learned the interesting etymology of the word “reconciliation” and how the Greek word ‘katallagē,’ actually has closer ties to the ideas of harmony and even atonement. He shares the story and the power behind the understanding of a single word.
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Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to add some perspective to the following along with the Breaking News happening in Georgia and the joint session. He expands upon some of his recent articles and how that 2021 innovation will have been sparked by the friction. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Today is a historical day as election 2020 voting continues to spill into 2021. With 14 days until the presidential inauguration, Congress meets in a joint session to ratify the contested Electoral College vote for President-elect Joe Biden. Over in Georgia a runoff vote for two Senate seats will determine which party is in control of the Senate. Boyd follows the stories live as the nation holds its breath to see what party direction our legislatures will take in the very near future. He expands on the precedent and history of such processes, and how they relate to the freedoms we Americans cherish and protect.
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The year 2020 laid bare a concerning disconnect between elected officials and the American people. Democrats declared the election was a day of reckoning for Republicans. Republicans, in turn, declared the election was a day of reckoning for Democrats. The real reckoning will come when both parties understand how far they’ve drifted from the American people and then begin to lead with humility.
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As the coronavirus vaccine is rolled out across the world it is forcing us to have a long-overdue conversation about the value of life. The debate over who gets the shot first spans the country with valid points being made on all sides. Governors of states and other thought leaders are placing their constituents above themselves as they prioritize those more at risk The overarching question of “What is the value of life?” is being asked at this time, and it is our responsibility to show individuals that they are of value through our actions.
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Yesterday the state of Utah got a new Gubernatorial Administration which includes Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson, who gave a historical and insightful inaugural speech. She called back to the pioneering spirit of our American and Utahn history, where individuals showed “answerable courage” in their words and deeds. She called for the continued practice of this courage as we strive toward diverse inclusion, connection, and respect in the Beehive State’s representation. A message we call can respect.
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Georgia is on our minds today as the battle for the Senate rages in The Peach State. Voters there are heading back to the polls for rollover elections which will determine two seats in their Senate, and thus the majority party in the Senate as a whole. President Trump and President-elect Biden visited the state yesterday and in separate events rallied their voters and continued to focus on the contentious presidential transition drama. Hopefully, in the days and months ahead, a spirit of compromise will overcome the spirit of contention and lead to a better future for our nation.
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It is a historic day in Utah as we both celebrate the state's 125th birthday and welcome a new Gubernatorial administration. In this "Utah Gubernatorial Inauguration Day Special," Boyd listens live to the ceremony, oath, and celebration as Lieutenant Governor Spencer Cox goes from Governor-elect of Utah to Governor. Former Senator Deidre Henderson is also sworn in as the Lt. Governor, being the first in the state's history to speak at an inauguration and the second woman to take on the role. The schedule features spiritual and secular leaders, performances by Utah based artists, and More. Boyd provides the commentary for the momentous event and offers his own insight into what the new administration means for Utah's future.
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For the past few weeks, Boyd has been exploring what lessons in hindsight from 2020, can we apply as insight to 2021 and beyond? For this New Year’s Eve special, he concludes that conversation while reflecting on some radio guests and segments from this year. Boyd reads a poignant children’s story for our time,"What Do You Do with A Problem?" by Kobi Yamada. We re-listen to a talk from the G20 Interfaith Forum on the essentialism of religion in society, by Elder David A. Bednar, an Apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Review the question of ‘Leadership In Turbulent Times” from Lincoln to Now featuring Boyd’s conversation with Doris Kearns Goodwin on his “Therefore, What?’ podcast. And Boyd concludes the special with his own thoughts on knowing when a new day (or new year) has dawned. Happy New Year!
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As the turbulent year of 2020 ticks-away to a close, Boyd takes a look back at the political lessons learned in a year defined by a global pandemic, divisive political elections, civil unrest, and economic insecurity. Boyd is joined by politicians and political analysts to breakdown the lessons learned in hindsight for 2020 across the globe and here at home. Today’s guests include national pollster and writerScott Rasmussen to breaks down the national scene, Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall on city politics and how they impacted our coronavirus pandemic response, and Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, Jason Perry on Utah politics and the increase of public opinion/engagement in politics and policy. What lessons in hindsight from 2020, can we apply as insight to 2021 and beyond?
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Everyone is looking forward to the new year with the hope that 2021 will be a lot less turbulent than 2020 is. With the start of this clean new year many people make New Year's Resolutions, But not many stick with them past the first few weeks of January. Boyd has some tips for setting achievable, flexible, goals that will stretch your skills and help you create lasting change.
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There is a popular saying that states “hindsight is 20/20.” Nowhere is this more true than looking back at the rollercoaster ride that is the year 2020. While there was no way to predict pandemics or civil upheaval, what could we have done as individuals, a nation, a world, to better ride out the storms of 2020? Today Boyd’s own son Will Matheson joins the show to give his unique point of view as a senior in high school and member of the Matheson household.
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Daniel Harmon, CCO of the widely successful and playful Harmon Brothers advertising company, recently joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What?” podcast. In the episode, they discussed the audacity of abundant creativity. And how the agency is helping fellow business owners learn successful marketing tips, including the winners of their #PoopToGold contest, GoTreads
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There is no holiday cheer in the Senate right now even as they continue to debate in a usually off week. Arguments continue over Trump’s veto of the defense bill, the fate of the next round of coronavirus relief checks, and opposite parties’ block attempts to speed up the Senate’s process.
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The old adage, “hindsight is 20/20” should be applied as we attempt to gain some hindsight from the year 2020. Boyd declares his own lessons learned in 2020 which revolve around the power of resilience and the importance of humility.
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There is a popular saying that states “hindsight is 20/20.” Nowhere is this more true than looking back at the rollercoaster ride that is the year 2020. While there was no way to predict pandemics or civil upheaval, what could we have done as individuals, a nation, a world, to better ride out the storms of 2020? Today, we look back with Former Utah Senate Democratic Leader and member of the Pioneer Park Coalition, Scott Howell.
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As part of President Trump’s rounds of end-term pardons, one Utah man who served 13-years in prison for a marijuana charge has been pardoned of the unjust sentence with the help of Senator Mike Lee. Boyd gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the story, how the incarceration led to the First Step Act in criminal justice reform, and Mike Lee’s involvement.
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Late yesterday President Trump signed the $900 billion coronavirus relief package, narrowly averting a government shutdown. The long-sought and often-bickered bill highlight the headache-inducing issues of snail-paced politics and closed-door lobbying. All this happens in the limbo of the week between Christmas and New Year’s and while The House is trying to override the president’s veto of the Defense Authorization bill. What can actually be done in this last week of 2020?
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Boyd Matheson is happy to be invited into his listener’s home for a celebration of belief, on Christmas Eve. The holiday season offers invitations of faith, hope, compassion, and love for numerous denominations around the world. Today Boyd explores the gifts of compassion and belief. Boyd discusses the gift of perseverance that led to the break-away streaming television-hit, “The Chosen,” with VidAngel’s co-founder Neal Harmon. Enumerates lessons we have learned this difficult year from reverends and rabbi alike, spiritual leaders who have lifted our spirits on Inside Sources amid pandemics, trials, and strife. And lastly, Boyd gifts his listeners with a reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas,” which includes the lesser-known tale of how the classic story would not be known to the masses today if it wasn’t for the invitation of the author’s children. Christmas truly is a gift of joy, magic, and hope for all the earth. Merry Christmas!
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Facts are wonderful, but they shouldn't stop you from trying to make a difference. Many things we love in real-life look like absolute failures on paper, from the flight of a bumblebee to the quick development of multiple coronavirus vaccines. We must remember to face facts through the lens of the “Storytellers Creed.” To allow the impossible to become possible. Such as how Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla trusted in science and the private sector to help produce a vaccine, not the large possibility on-paper that the project would be unprofitable
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There is a popular saying that states “hindsight is 20/20.” Nowhere is this more true than looking back at the rollercoaster ride that is the year 2020. While there was no way to predict pandemics or civil upheaval, what could we have done as individuals, a nation, a world, to better ride out the storms of 2020? Today, We look back at 2020 with KSL Newsradio's Lee Lonsberry, who has just celebrated his first year on the radio. What is it like to figure out the brand of a new radio show in a year full of so much breaking news and turmoil?
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Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to ask if the next generation of leaders will catch up to American society? As we embark on a presidential transition of significantly different politics and ideals, will President-Elect Biden become a beloved historical figure in the likes of Reagan and Roosevelt? Will the shift in leadership catch up to the ideals and expectations of ever-evolving American culture? Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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The latest iteration of a coronavirus relief bill sped through the House and Senate yesterday, and is now in the hands of President Trump. After months of debate, Republicans and Democrats came together to pass a behemoth of a bill, a $900 billion pandemic relief package and a tacked on $1.4 trillion omnibus spending bill. Boyd asks what exactly was tacked on in that bill and is it good for the American public?
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A new poll conducted by the Pew Research Center found that Voters Say Those on the Other Side ‘Don’t Get’ Them. While a path towards unity is wanted on both sides of the aisle, there is much to learn about “the other” among us. Boyd decides to start the conversation rolling by explaining to “the other” what they need to know about him.
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There is a popular saying that states “hindsight is 20/20.” Nowhere is this more true than looking back at the rollercoaster ride that is the year 2020. While there was no way to predict pandemics or civil upheaval, what could we have done as individuals, a nation, a world, to better ride out the storms of 2020? Today, We look back at 2020 with Deseret News Editor, Doug Wilks.
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Relentlessly Resilient podcast hosts, military widows Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf, have learned a lot about resilience and share tips with their listeners on moving forward while acknowledging the past in their new podcast. They join Boyd today for an update on their new podcast, and to give tips about continuing to cultivate resilience as the pandemic’s end looms on the horizon.
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After months of arguing, election pandering, and closed-door bickering, congressional leaders have finally agreed on another coronavirus relief package, which includes government funding. While the COVID relief package dragged on for months, the COVID vaccine was created by Pfizer in record time, through the combined power of science and the private sector, claims Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla. And with this swift roll-out, politicians are rapidly reaping the benefit as President-Elect Biden is receiving the vaccination today.
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Governor Gary Herbert joins Boyd ahead of the Governor’s last episode of Let Me Speak to the Governor. In his tenure as the nation’s longest-serving governor, having taken office in 2009, he has helped develop Utah’s economy, raise our standard of education, and helped set the ground for a high quality of life for years to come. Boyd asks about his years of service, the challenges and opportunities he has faced, and asks him his favorite question, "Therefore, What?"
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The closed-door dilemma continues as the battle over COVID relief and stimulus plans continues behind closed doors. Prospects are dim that any kind of compromise will be made before the shutdown deadline tomorrow. Once again Boyd asks for lawmakers and politicians to stop hiding behind closed doors and bring the debate where the American citizens can witness them.
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The closed-door dilemma continues as the battle over COVID relief and stimulus plans continues behind closed doors. Prospects are dim that any kind of compromise will be made before the shutdown deadline tomorrow. Once again Boyd asks for lawmakers and politicians to stop hiding behind closed doors and bring the debate where the American citizens can witness them.
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On this day in history in 1773, a group of colonists boarded British ships in a pivotal protest that lead to the American Revolution. This Boston Tea Party not only declared what these colonists were against but what were they for. Today's lawmakers and politicians can learn a lesson from the Boston Tea Party. A lesson in standing up for what you are for, not just what you are against. Because of the colonists' convictions, the revolution spread from Boston to Philadelphia where in 1787, their ideals were captured in the creation of the Constitution. This "Boston to Philadelphia model” could help lead Salt Lake City, Utah, and the United States of America to better, more unified days.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has often been described as a very American religion, and The Atlantic staff writer McKay Coppins’ new article out today claims that it isn't just that, it is “The Most American Religion.” Mckay joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What?” podcast in this week’s episode to discuss the long and careful process of researching and writing this story. Writing this piece has been a challenge as he needed to balance his voice as an award-winning journalist as well as an active member of The Church, who had the unique opportunity to interview his prophet, President Nelson. We play a portion of that podcast on today’s Inside Sources.
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As we look to Washington DC, we are not seeing the right influence, we see far too much division, in-fighting, and unprincipled practices. It continues to put us in spaces and places that are not good for the nation. But Boyd sees hope on the horizon as leaders start to get things done in a bipartisan effort toward’s COVID relief, presidential transitions, and more.
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Utah Policy Daily. Has a brand new editor! Editor Holly Richardson joins Boyd to talk about her vision for the daily news site and the unique experiences that have led to this position.
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On this day in history in 1791, the Bill of Rights was finally ratified. So, today we are celebrating and learning about The Bill of RIghts!
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R-Street’s James Wallner joins Boyd to how winning elections won't fix our broken legislature and overcoming congressional gridlock requires a real and lasting transformation of electoral politics and citizenship participation.
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Yesterday, The Electoral College officially voted for President-Elect Joe Biden who promised a historical "turn-of-page" to a more unified and stable country. But in a nation divided by differences and plunged into turmoil amid a pandemic, will we truly have stronger leadership in the days to come? And furthermore, will the American people be invited once more to see behind the closed doors of politics and have their voice heard on what we want for our nation?
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In a year of metaphorical darkness, Boyd reminds his listeners to be a “Light Kindler” unto others. The 2020 Holiday Season has been marred by the dark reality of the coronavirus pandemic, but it is still easy to “let your light so shine” this winter season.” Christian, Jewish, Muslim, and many more cultural and religious groups celebrate the season both symbolically and physically by kindling fire in candles, menorahs, yule logs, and lanterns. Make sure you kindle the light of hope in your heart and in the hearts of others this season.
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Former Mali’s ambassador, current Field Expert for Empower Mali, and BYU graduate Niankoro Yeah Samaké, joins Boyd for an international look at health, education, and basic rights advocacy. Because when we lift our fellow man, we are really lifting ourselves.
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Reverend Theresa Dear, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) National Board of Directors member and motivating thought-leader joins Boyd to expand on her Deseret News piece, Dear 2020: You showed us who was boss, but also gave us humanity and compassion. They discuss how empathy and love is the true winner of the 2020 battle.
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Today is a day of hope, change, and for many relief. Today the Electoral College will officially cast its votes to make Biden, President-Elect. The biggest vaccination campaign in the US kicks off today as COVID-19 vaccinations are delivered and administered across the nation, marking a turning point in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic. Also, a bipartisan Senate group is offering a different type of relief as they propose a 2-part economic relief plan. And Boyd adds his input on Politico’s Time Alberta, who asks for stronger leadership to dispel the fear that has swept across the nation in 2020.
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A little bit of light can dispel a lot of darkness, and for the next eight nights, worldwide Jewish people will light their menorahs to celebrate their religion, history and culture, and more important their hope for a better future. Hanukkah or Chanukah is a Jewish festival commemorating the rededication of the second temple in Jerusalem. Utah’s first homegrown Rabbi, Orthodox Rabbi Avrohom “Avremi” Zippel, tells us the story of Hanukkah and how it is being celebrated amid pandemic worries and in Utah. And Boyd reminds us of the wisdom of our recently passed friend Rabbi Sacks, who asks us to build morality by focusing on the “we not me.”
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Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd to discuss the power of Social Capital. Senator Lee was part of a panel discussing restoring neighborhoods and social institutions by strengthening families, and thus American civic life. Jennifer Graham of the Deseret News added her two-cents in her article How America can restitch the fabric of her frayed community life this weekend, and Boyd offers insight from both.
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COVID vaccine hope is on the horizon as the FDA and other experts convene to approve the Pfizer vaccine for US usage. But as the vaccine is moving forward, coronavirus relief stimulus packages are delayed once again in congress. Will a second stimulus package ever be passed before a government shutdown? All the delays and stalls in the process have built up fears in the American public, who are wondering if operation “warp speed” really meant “turtle speed” resolutions.
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At this time last week, Boyd proposed the idea that the Wednesday after Thanksgiving should be #ForgivingWednesday. Boyd continued the concept with his opinion piece at the Deseret News and on the radio show as people are sharing their stories of how forgiving others is improving their lives and their relationships, including a veterinarian who forgave debt and found a better practice because of it. Forgiveness is not just a godly virtue, but a human necessity.
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One business is determined to take the “Mental Illness” conversation and turn it into “Mental Fitness.”Room Here is a nonprofit organization focused on mental fitness and healthier minds at work. Cofounders Trent Mano and Rachel Merrill, joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What?” podcast to tackle that crucial conversation of mental wellness at work, which is more important now than ever amid this pandemic.
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National pollster Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to discuss Biden, Trump, and Ronald Reagan. Political history points to Biden’s presidency paving the way to another Reagan type administration, Rasmussen explains why. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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As congress fights behind closed doors on what COVID relief packages should be passed, and the White House counters with its latest offer, maybe it's time to take a look at the historical rampage another virus has taken throughout human civilization and how scientific breakthroughs like variolations and vaccinations led to the eradication of the deadly smallpox virus just over 40 years ago. The eradication happened not only because people trusted science, but there was a greater trust for our representative. What can we do to build that trust back up? Bring the Congressional COVID relief fight to the floor.
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2021 has been a tumultuous year of divisive politics and civil upheaval, framed in the midst of a dangerous and deadly worldwide pandemic. Now, as the year wanes and COVID relief is on the horizon, we should take a cue from the great President Lincoln on the reunification of our divided nation. On this day in history, December 8, 1863, Abraham Lincoln issued a proclamation of amnesty and reconstruction, inviting The North and The South to unite once more under the principles of our nation in a spirit of forgiveness and friendship. Boyd reminds us of the importance of celebrating such forgiveness with a #SeeSayDo good story example from a listener.
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R-Street’s James Wallner joins Boyd to breakdown the chronic issues that impact Congress, and thus every American citizen. From presidential transitions to The National Defense Authorization Act, and COVID relief to continuing resolutions, there are a plethora of political points to ponder.
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Dr. Sheryl Goodey, Executive Director of The Family Place introduces Boyd to a series of videos that invite individuals struggling with mental fitness and suicidal thoughts to pledge to “Still Be Here.” The series features ten Utahns who share their stories on being impacted by suicide, and can help viewers identify risk factors in others, learn how to be better present with loves ones, and how to reach out if you are the one struggling. The series is funded by the Governor’s Suicide Prevention Program. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, KSL encourages you to call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.
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There is a very human need to continually push boundaries, to dream, take risks, and explore. Yesterday, we lost a man who captured that mindset in a unique way. Chuck Yeager, the first man to break the sound barrier, passed away at 97-years of age after a lifetime of lifting our eyes and expectations to the skies.
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Today is Pearl Harbor Day a day of remembrance for the lives lost 79-years ago when a surprise attack by Japanese forces on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii thrust the United States into World War II. We celebrate our veterans today by flying our flags at half-staff and talking wars' lessons of perseverance, sacrifice, and hope into our daily lives. We start by applying the advice from First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt on facing fear to our current pandemic and leaning on our neighbor. Retired Executive Director of The Utah Department of Veterans Affairs, Terry Schow, joins Boyd to reflect on the significance of this day and let us know how we can spread Happiness For Heroes this Holiday Season.
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December decisions by politicians are needed as we face down a possible government shutdown and running out of covid economic relief. Meanwhile, Church leaders are asking that followers show their devotion to Christ this holiday season by continuing to focus and celebrate the Christ in Christmas. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints are encouraged to continue worshiping, attend services and temples as safe, and show love to their fellow men by following COVID safety guidelines like wearing masks.
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Friday was #BlackFriday, yesterday was #GivingTuesday, Boyd is proposing a new movement for today, the Wednesday after Thanksgiving should be ...#ForgivingWednesday. Utah is often recognized as one of the most giving states, but how are we doing in the “forgiving” department? Boyd reminds us that the storms of life will pass, and we must forgive them to move forward in our own lives.
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Mental health in the workplace is now more important than ever because of the repercussions of the COVID pandemic, and today several Utah venture capital firms are taking a pledge to promote the mental fitness conversation. The pledge is facilitated through the Utah nonprofit Room Here, an organization focused on healthier minds at work that envisions a world where individuals and companies embrace mental fitness for everyone and mental health challenges can be discussed openly.
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National pollster Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to expand on lessons he and other pollsters have learned throughout the 2020 Election Season. Particularly, the need to learn the language of the American Voter, not just the language of the politicians. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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The state of our nation's economic troubles is on the minds of many of our leaders from President-elect Joe Biden who is named his economics team yesterday, to a bipartisan group of Senators which includes Utah’s own Mitt Romney who are proposing a $908B emergency COVID-19 relief plan. All this comes in a year ravaged by the societal, political, and economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Boyd asks, will policies ever match the principles?
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The BYU men's basketball team is gearing up for its first game away from Provo in this unprecedented season, today against USC Trojans. While sports seasons have been hard hit during the coronavirus pandemic, they have also been a great example of the resilience and adaptability showcased in this time. In March, Boyd had an interview with coach Mark Pope on how their season went from “March Madness” to “March Sadness,” and gave some great life advice about always responding to and staying in the game.
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One of the people behind the #GivingTuesday movement, and BYU Alum, Aaron Sherinian joins Boyd to discuss the creation and need behind the movement. In a year ravaged by the societal and economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, Boyd asks what we can do on a local front to #SeeSayDo good this holiday season.
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We are 11 days from a government shutdown with no relief to Americans in sight. Many citizens are troubled with a myriad of complex issues related to the coronavirus pandemic; from health and financial concerns and the overwhelming weariness of the 24-hour news cycle. But Boyd reminds us that there are many other things we can focus on this year instead of just the word “pandemic,” we can focus on the unity we have felt as we have come together to #SeeSayDo good in this worldwide pandemic.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look inside the newsroom as he discusses the other crisis we are currently not talking about, the opioid epidemic. While the world is rightfully focused on the current coronavirus pandemic, we can’t lose sight of the ongoing battle against opioid addiction. Are you or someone you care for in crisis? Call the 24/7Utah Crisis Line for immediate, free, confidential support at 800-273-8255.
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While many counties across the country are struggling financially amid the coronavirus pandemic, Salt Lake County is one of the few governments to showcase financial responsibility, with a Triple-A bond rating to show for it. Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson joins Boyd to discuss the fiscal lessons the nation could learn from Salt Lake, and how the county continues to adapt and reshape services to meet our new COVID reality.
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We are entering the final month of the dreaded 2020 year and many are eager to transition to a better 2021. President-elect Joe Biden is preparing the transition to his administration as he announces his staff and team members. People are finding hope in multiple coronavirus vaccine possibilities on the horizon, but also fear as shutdowns are also looming. And Boyd wonders what he would choose as the 2020 “Word of the year.”
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Thanksgiving is a day to celebrate gratitude. Properly applied, gratitude isn’t a set of behaviors as much as it is a way of living and being; ingratitude is the most popular sin of humanity but gratitude makes gifts come true. President Russell M. Nelson, leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saintsinvited and challenged the world to #GiveThanks this Thanksgiving week by turning social media into an international Gratuity Journal. Boyd reminds us to have the courage to face the healing power of gratitude, not just this Thanksgiving Day, but in our daily lives and relationships.
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Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has a message of hope this Thanksgiving Day. He joins Boyd to talk about the lesson of service, faith, gratitude, and freedom of worship he has learned amid the trials of the current coronavirus pandemic.
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For audiences around the world, The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square’s Christmas special have been an annual way of celebrating the season. While an abundance of precautions has canceled the live concerts this year, there are some wonderful ways to continue to blend the magical music of the Choir into the festive season, as well as a new televised opportunity or two. Choir Music Director Mack Wilberg and Choir President Ron Jarret join Boyd with an update on the Choir.
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Boyd has officially been back on the air in this time slot for over a year, and in that time, he has explored a lot of topics on Inside Sources. Topics regarding diversity, principled politics, and the ever urgent search for truth. Today he contemplates, who is responsible for truth?
As the holiday season swings into full gear and we prepare to celebrate a non-tradition covid adapted Christmas, it is crucial to be aware of issues affecting others' mental health and yourself. For some, the stress and celebration of the holidays can trigger anxiety, depression, and loneliness. This year, physical/social isolation, covid fears, canceled traditions, and the negative news cycle complicate the issue. One of our favorite guests, Counselor Jenny Howe, joins Boyd to discuss mental health concerns and tips on coping in this unique holiday season. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, KSL encourages you to call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.
As a talk radio host, Boyd has had the opportunity to interview some amazing people who are doing amazing things. Today, he shares some of his favorite lessons from these guests, from the importance of Social Grace to the power of diverse voices.
Highlighted Guests Mayor Mendenhall; With earthquakes, coronavirus, and the market crashing, we need social grace. Reverend Amos Brown; The More We Get Together the Happier We'll Be. Joseph Grenny; The need for 200% accountability. Rabbi Sacks; Remember Rabbi Sacks by coming together. Maura Carabello; We are so much more open when we include varying viewpoints.
Opinion pieces and monologues have become a primary way Boyd has inspired positive change in the world. Today he #GivesThanks for the lessons he has learned and shared on the way, from greeting the day with gratitude to the need to continually build bridges. Boyd closes this show with a challenge for his listeners to #SeeSayDo good this holiday season.
Highlighted Monologues and Opinion Pieces How to greet the day? With peace and perspective. Starting with Plan Z. With earthquakes, coronavirus, and the market crashing, we need social grace. From race relations to defunding the police, wedges don't build bridges.
'Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,' Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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In another 2020 trauma, the 2020 election season is continuing to crawl along, long past November elections. Boyd breaks down our current state of transition purgatory including President-elect Biden’s recent announcements for his cabinet and administration team.
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With travel restricted during the coronavirus pandemic, a company has a new way for you to experience the Holy Land in your own home. Itai Schimmel, founder of Artza Box joins Boyd to discuss their unique quarterly subscription box that helps receivers journey to the Holy Land while supporting Israeli artisans through unique foods, crafts, and other creative content. Use the promotional code 'boyd20' for 20% off your Artza Box purchase.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Recently, Latter-day Saint leaders and the Salt Lake Mayor joined Boyd to discuss plans to keep families safe this holiday season. Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall, The Church’s General Relief Society President Jean B. Bingham, and Utah Area President Craig C. Christensen discuss how civic and spiritual leaders are working together during the pandemic.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Many people are honestly questioning what to be grateful for amid the worldwide pandemic and economic upheaval of 2020, but Boyd points out how we can begin to heal with gratitude. President Russell M. Nelson, leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saintsinvited and challenged the world to #GiveThanks this Thanksgiving week by turning social media into an international Gratuity Journal. Boyd adds to the invitation, reminding us of his conversation with the recently passed Rabbi Lord Johnathan Sacks’ who challenged us to create a cultural climate change of, “Morality: Restoring the Common Good in Divided Times.”
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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On this day in history in 1863, one of the most memorable and inspiring talks in our nation's history was given to dedicate the grounds of the most bloody battle fought in the American Civil War as a military cemetery. President Abraham Lincoln stood in the battlefield of Gettysburg, which just four months earlier was littered with fallen American soldiers, and in under 275 words reminded a war-weary public why we have to fight for our Union. Today, Boyd would like to remind us of those inspiring words as our nation once again faces a nearly incomprehensible weariness that is resultant of the worldwide battle against the coronavirus pandemic.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Recently, Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson has signed a proclamation declaring November as Adoption Awareness Month in the county and she is not the only one working to give more Utah children a stable family. Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd to discuss efforts to improve the Utah Foster Care system through the Joint Economic Committee’s Social Capital Project. With COVID impacting our social and domestic situations, it is now more important than ever to watch out for children’s safety and wellbeing, if you notice child abuse or neglect please, reach out to the Utah Department of Child and Family Services hotline at 1-855-32-33237.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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The Other Side Academy program provides vocational and life-skill training for persistent offenders, addicts, and the homeless. The program is saving lives, changing hearts, and making a difference for the community as a whole through 200% accountability. Program staffer Robert Davalos joins Boyd to discuss what we can learn about criminal justice reform from former felons.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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The battle against COVID is continuing to rage, but it is not the time to give in to the weariness of that war. Boyd trudges through the plethora of coronavirus news to find the messages of hope buried in the battlefield. From an overall mortality rate on the decline due to better therapeutics to the promising vaccine trials, we still can win this fight and have 2021 be a year of splendid recovery.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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President-elect Joe Biden is making announcements of who will be on his administration's staff, but what makes a good staffer? KSL Newsradio’s own Lee Lonsberry, and former staffer himself to Congressman Rob Bishop, joins Boyd for an inside look at being on the staff of a politician.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Happy birthday to the biggest little hero around! Mickey and Minnie Mouse turned 92-years-young today. From his start in Steamboat Willie which premiered on this day in 1928 to his worldwide fame today, Mickey has captured the love of generations of fans. But why do we love this cartoon mouse and what lessons can he teach us today? Boyd explains and expands.
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Congressman John Curtis joins Boyd to discuss his bipartisan legislation that will help individuals overcome additions. This important bill will help thousands of individuals struggling in the United States with the adverse realities of addiction by allowing a practitioner to more adequately administer medication-assistant treatment for withdrawal relief. If our long-range goal is to help an addict overcome their addictions, we need a system that provides better treatment options.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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A COVID diagnosis put an end to the 27-year Senate voting streak of Senator Chuck Grassley, 87, of Iowa, but he is determined to get back to serving others as soon as possible. Sen. Grassley had learned a lesson that sports legends John Stockton and Cal Ripken Jr. had learned before him, keep playing the game. Because, If we wait for perfection, the work will never get done.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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When you limit your limits, your potential knows no bounds. This is a lesson Chris Nikic, a 21-year-old athlete with Down Syndrome has learned over the past few years. Last week, he made history as the first person with Down Syndrome to complete and an Ironman Triathlon. He states that his mission in life is to inspire others, and that is what he is doing through his 1% Better Challenge, which asks participants to work for a 1% improvement each day. Imagine, if every day we tried to improve ourselves, how astronomically better we will become and how much better we can make the world.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and Director for The University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics joins to recap lessons learned from the 2020 election season. Utah blazed the path in many political ways this year, from virtual primaries to established mail-in voting. On the national front, we have learned that some of our election systems are in need of an update or even an overhaul. Boyd and Perry break down the pros and cons of this election year.
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We are smack dab in the middle of one of the most turbulent times in modern history, and have just called a whole new batch of leaders to guide our path. What lessons from our nation's historical past can these leaders build upon? Boyd revisits the book ‘Leadership In Turbulent Times: from Lincoln to Now.’ Featured in his Therefore, What? podcast conversation with Doris Kearns Goodwin in November 2019 titled, ‘A History Lesson for the Future: Conversation with a presidential historian.’
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Some close elections have finally been called in Utah, essentially closing the 2020 Election Season. Republican Burgess Owens wrestled the fourth Congressional District seat away from Democrat Ben McAdams, and another Republican challenger, Laurie Stringham wins Salt Lake County Councilwoman position. While tensions have been higher than usual this election season amid a year of pandemic trails and fears, it has provided some great lessons learned along the way.
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America’s future will not be found by dwelling on our past, but by looking and “bouncing” forward. Boyd expands on this concept citing the NAACP and the resilience of Detroit City as an example. Because hope and better things truly do rise from the ashes. We as Americans can overcome the year 2020, but it all depends on our “bounce-ability.”
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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KSL Newsradio’s Tim Hughes joins Boyd to lament the passing of the voice of the Utes, Bill Marcrft this weekend. He also expands on why sports are important to us, even now amid the COVID pandemic. And his unique “view from the booth,” over the years.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Deseret News reporter Mya Jaradat joins Boyd to breakdown new findings by Pew Research on the rise of global religious restrictions. But there is also good news along with the study, while restrictions are high, social hostilities have decreased. We are in an unprecedented time where unprecedented restrictions have been placed on worship and day-to-day life, but as Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito asked recently, will these restrictions become a recurring feature past the pandemic? As today is the United Nations’ International Day of Tolerance, a day to foster mutual understanding among cultures and peoples, Boyd asks are we doing enough?
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As we near the end of this turbulent year, our resilience is paying off as we start to see some hope on the horizon. The elections of 2020 are settling down into our collective rearview mirror and political plans are being marked on the road ahead. We now have not one, but two, potentially viable coronavirus vaccines close to release. And as an example of our continuing need to cooperate to learn from and explore our universe, SpaceX launched four astronauts last night bound for the International Space Station, in an aptly named vehicle called Resilience.
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President Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women General President for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joins Boyd to celebrate the 150 year legacy of this branch of The Church. She expands upon an invitation to service she offered the youth and previews a special virtual event coming up this Sunday.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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It seems that plans always fall through. We move from Plan A to Plan B, and sometimes it falls all the way out to Plan Z. But being adaptable and flexible while continuing to act with confidence in the midst of insecurity is the key to continuing forward. This volatile 2020 year full of a worldwide pandemic and a polarized election is a prime example of how starting with Plan Z, is really the optimal plan.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Today is Veterans Day, a day where we celebrate and thank our military members who are serving and have served our great nation. This year, as many celebratory events have been canceled or moved into a virtual space, there are still many ways to show appreciation for our military men and women. The Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs have several suggestions, from encouraging Utahns to build relationships with Utah's Veteran community by using the hashtag #HonorUtahVeterans, to delivering some Happiness for Heroes with physical and digital messages. Boyd is happy to do his part by honoring our Utah heroes on this Veterans Day by sharing the story of Master Sergeant Casey Kunimura and reminding us that freedom isn’t free.
Widow Jennie Taylor has been a wonderful example of resilience in the face of the loss of her husband, the late Major Brent Taylor. As a veteran’s advocate and Civilian Aide to the Secretary of Army, she has sought out opportunities to inspire and lift those in her field of influence. Jennie is reaching out to new audiences as the host of a new KSL Podcast, Relentlessly Resilient. She joins Boyd with a preview of the podcast and to discuss the importance of resilience in our complicated and ever-shifting world.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Boyd Matheson is joined by Former Senator Jeff Flake to discuss his upcoming free virtual webinar on the principles that unite the nation with BYU’s Wheatley Institution. In the wake of a tumultuous election year, how resilient are America’s core institutions? And what can we do moving forward in a path to improving civility and decreasing political polarization?
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On this day in history in 2001, President George W. Bush addressed the United Nations giving their generation the task to fight against fear and terrorism. As we come to the end of this historically hectic year, it is time to create a new generational task. A task to fight our most subtle and rampant problem, division.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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There are many aspects of life that have been upended during the COVID pandemic, and the smallest among us are impacted in a way that is difficult for them, and us, to understand. Deseret News reporter Lois Collins joins Boyd to discuss how child welfare practices have changed during this time and how child advocates are hopeful some of these changes will continue to be implemented as they assist vulnerable kids.
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The elections of 2020 continue as runoffs and recounts are being called for. In Georgia runoff elections will decide Senate control, but not until January 5, 2021. While President Trump is calling for recounts and fighting against the projected results of the 2020 election in court, projected President-elect Biden is already setting up his administration plans.
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Today we hear some confessions of a pollster from national pollster Scott Rasmussen himself. Instead of polls focusing on predicting elections, they should focus on what Americans are feeling about the elections. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Often in the rough-and-tumble of American politics, we forget what we are really fighting for as we are distracted by divisive rhetoric. But, if we look for it, we can find hope in the ordinary and extraordinary work of our neighbors, friends, and family. Last week in North Ogden, Boyd helped kick-off their celebration of America’s veterans as the keynote speaker. He challenged the world in a triple-dog-dare, that if they have doubt about America’s future, come to North Ogden to see how they celebrate their nation, their veterans, and their freedom as they lead the call to “Stand as One.”
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Distinguished religious leader Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks who has joined Boyd before on this program, passed away this weekend after a short battle with cancer. As a religious scholar, he called for society to come together and create a cultural climate of change which he expanded in his book, “Morality: Restoring the Common Good in Divided Times.” He will be missed; his message, spirit, and call for good.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Former Senate Democratic Leader Scott Howell and member of the Pioneer Park Coalition joins Boyd to breakdown the elections and how our pandemic world is affecting some of the most marginalized populations, our homeless. Tonight, Executive Director of the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness, Dr. Robert Marbut Jr. is announcing a new Federal strategic plan to combat homelessness nationwide at a Park City Coalition virtual meeting open to all, tonight.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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The Elections of 2020 is creeping closer to the final finish line, most races are called with winners rejoicing and some losers calling for recounts. At this point in time, it appears the former Vice President Joe Biden is our projected President, meaning for the first time in US history we would have a female Vice President. On the local front, Gov. Herbert has announced some strong COVID mandates to help slow the current case surge. Boyd reminds us that no matter what leaders we believe in, they are the ones steering the nation like a pilot captains a plane, and we all need to remember to pray for our pilots.
‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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Election Day moves into Thursday as votes continue to be counted in many elections. The highly contested Presidential race holds the world's attention as key states’ electoral votes are still not determined and we hold our collective breath as we wait to see who will live in the White House on January 20, 2021.
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We have started the arduous task of placing the electrons behind us. While some elections are yet to be called and many people are rejoicing, or lamenting, changes to our lives because of it, politics and the world must go on. So, Boyd revisits one of his favorite mental exercises, he writes his own version of The State of the Union, but this time in regards to our post-election malaise.
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Former Utah Governor Mike Leavitt has some advice for the current Governor-Elect Spencer Cox as he plans to take on the role next January. While Cox has a large background of experiences serving Utah as the Lieutenant Governor, Leavitt knows how difficult the transition can be, which is made even more difficult due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Believe it or not, the holidays are creeping upon us, and with all the upheaval of 2020, there are many marginalized communities that need an extra hand of help this season. With this in mind, The Utah Refugee Connection just launched their holiday collection drive, which is going virtual this year. Executive Director Amy Dott Harmer joins Boyd to discuss the unique needs of this community in this unique year. With a goal to serve 500 local refugee families, there are many ways listeners can assist as even small donations have a large impact.
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The first Wednesday of November is here and while we don’t have a call on many elections Boyd wants his listeners to remember that “We the people” are the ones who mandate change. As citizens and voters in the United States, we need to continue to mandate for freedom, principles, and striving to bridge political gaps.
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The Associate Director of The University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics, Morgan Lyon Cotti, helps dissect election turnover and turn out. With a historic amount of voters turning out statewide and nationally, will this reflect the true diversity of voices in America?
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look Inside the Newsroom as he covers the contentions and result calculations surrounding Election Day 2020.
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After a tumultuous 2020 election season and a record turnout of voters, who will our president be in 2021? Closer to home most Utah races are close enough to call, besides the tight and contentious Congressional Fourth District race. Boyd watches for the latest breaking voter counts as we all ask, who represents us now?
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While the nation is preoccupied with the first Tuesday in Novembers as it is Election Day, Boyd believes that it is {the first November Wednesday that truly matters more}. Because after all the polls close, after the votes are counted, and race winners declared, we still need to come together and function as a nation regardless of the results. Boyd reminds us that we are more unified as a nation than we believe and that divisive politics can fall away, and we can reclaim trust in our institutions, our politics, and each other. History has taught us over and over again that we can rebuild after tragedy, we can reunite after division, but it is up to the individual to open their minds and hearts to clear a path for such progress.
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One of the most divisive and contentious election seasons in the history of the United States is finally coming to fruition on Election Day today. From the mudslinging presidential campaign, to the Utah gubernatorial campaign that exemplifies unity despite differences, there has been much to learn from the 2020 season. Deseret News entertainment and trending editor Herb Scribner is up to date on what is trending in the Twitterverse this Election Day. He joins Boyd to breakdown the hashtags, outrages, and humor behind the 2020 Election Season. Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and Director for The University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics offers his educated perspective of Election Day. From local and national views, to what he is watching this election, and how Utah has continually led the way. What will this election mean for America’s future?
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In a letter printed in The Quad City Times, of Davenport, Iowa in 2017, the writer made a poignant point on supporting the pilot of the plane you're on, or in our nation's case, supporting whatever president the voters elect. We need to stand as one. To pray for our president and leaders whoever they may be and whatever party they represent.
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It is Election Eve and while candidates are sprinting to the campaign finish line and voters are driving to the ballot drop off locations, Boyd is here to remind people what is truly important this election season, making your voice heard by voting for political courage.
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Wednesday, November 11th is Veterans Day, and Follow the Flag and North Odgen have come together to celebrate our nation's veterans with a flag display called The Field of Honor, which will proudly fly in front of the Pleasant View City offices until the twelfth. Yesterday Boyd Matheson spoke at an event launching the celebration and today Jennie Taylor joins the show to discuss how we can honor the service and memory of our veterans like her husband the late Major Brent Taylor.
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Pollster Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd on this Election Eve to dissect the final polls before Election Day. In an election year ravaged by a pandemic, widening political division, and economic upheaval, who will American’s choose to lead the nation toward a better future? Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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In a time of political correctness, too many of our leaders follow the route that leads to more political support rather than standing for what is right. We need leaders like the great President Abraham Lincoln, who are willing to say what needs to be said and do what needs to be done, rather than say what people want to hear. We need leaders with the 'political courage' necessary to lead America in the right direction.
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With Five days to go before Election Day many have turned in their ballots, but for the rest of our listeners who have not, Boyd is breaking down what you need to know before you mail-in or drop off your envelope. Presidents and politicians alike are pandering to the crowds and recent polls can be just as conflicting on whom the voters will choose. What information will it take for undecided voters to make their way to the ballot box?
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Boyd Matheson has been dedicated to dividing the rage from the reason on this radio show, which is even more necessary as we are engrossed in this election season. But in the age of “fake news” accusations, confirmation bias, and mudslinging politics, Boyd also asks, “Who is responsible for truth?”
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President Dallin H. Oaks, first counselor in the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, delivered a BYU devotional yesterday expanding on his Fall 2020 General Conference talk calling to “root out racism.” So, as civic, social, political, and spiritual leaders, join the ever-growing condemnation of racism, what can we do as citizens to ensure we root out racism?
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Jon Huntsman Jr. joins Boyd to discuss the need for patience, love, and charity as we work together to get through the current pandemic. Because after all, it’s only we, the people, who can defeat COVID-19. Remember, the virus came from nature and should be rooted out as such and not be used as a political pathogen.
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Yesterday the Deseret News editorial board announced changes to the 170-year-old paper as they continue their journey of innovating in the news industry. They invite their audience to continue engaging in their pioneering legacy and principles and commit to making the world better.
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Clark Gilbert, President of BYU–Pathway Worldwide joined Boyd on this “Therefore, What?” podcast to discuss the transformative power of education. With their unique program, BYU-Pathway is growing at a rapid pace giving education opportunities for non-traditional and low-income students with a “certificate first” mindset that helps their students succeed in the workforce and life.
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Stephen Wunderli is the author of several books for children, including a new book to help address grief called “Dear Moon.” This timely, imaginative, and richly illustrated book tactfully addresses illness, loss, and grief in a compassionate way that children can understand. Boyd and Wunderli discuss the importance and inspiration of this much-needed story.
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Last night with Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s swearing-in ceremony by President Trump on the South Lawn of the White House, she confirmed her oath stating, “I will do my job without fear or favor.” In a partisan and politically pandering world, it will be refreshing to see if there is a follow-through on a return to constitutional foundations.
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As we gear up for the final days of the 2020 election cycle, it is time to break the negative campaign cycle. While we may have different opinions, maybe it is time we learn to disagree better.
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KSLtv reporter Carole Mikita aired a special on Sunday about how the runaway religious hit series “The Chosen” has come to Utah for the filming and production of Season 2. The independent online series has developed a devoted following from near and far, and for many Utahns means more than an economic plus for the state.
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We have one week until elections and everything seems to be politicalized more than usual because of it. Today the senate is voting to confirm Trump's Supreme Court Judge Amy Coney Barrett and Utah Senator Mitt Romney is one of the many conservatives supporting the nomination. Boyd braces for a roller-coaster week of campaign's final pushes, Supreme Court hijinks, and identifies hope amid the chaos.
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Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to discuss some backlash over his recent opinion piece, “No, our democracy and freedom are not on the line this election.” In the article, he gave his opinion on the lesser-importance of elected officials, and some people did not agree. Being a pollster, he decided to create a poll to discover what people actually believed. Today he has the poll and a new article to dissect what he found out. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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We live in a noisy world with a floundering political class and climate. In Search of something better is the chance to explore powerful ideas and empowering principles that can elevate our public dialogue around community-driven solutions while engaging citizens in new and meaningful ways.
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Joseph Grenny, author and chairman of The Other Side Academy joins Boyd to celebrate the 5th anniversary of the program that provides vocational and life-skill training for persistent offenders, addicts, and the homeless. The program is saving lives, changing hearts, and making a difference for the community as a whole.
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It truly is a beautiful day in the neighborhood when Boyd gets to talk about Mr. Rogers. Everyone’s favorite neighbor has been an example of kindness, listening, and learning for generations of people. Recently Deseret News’ Court Mann joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What?” podcast to dive deeper into a lesser-known legacy of Mr. Rogers; his personable and numerous letters written to his tens-of-thousands and possibly hundreds-of-thousands of friends.
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The ever-present and ever-looming presidential election is less than two weeks away, and the nation is on edge as it deals with the politics of politics. The state of Utah is leading the call for more civility in political discourse, but will the nation follow? This morning with boycotts at the Senate Judiciary Committee vote to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, and the fact that microphones are to be muted in tonight's final Presidential Debate, showcase the abundant and urgent need to search, preach, and call for more civility and understanding in the political realm.
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Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and Director for The University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics and his Associate Director Morgan Lyon Cotti, lends their considerable political knowledge to guest host Inside Sources today. They are joined by the Utah Election Director Justin Lee to break down the ins-and-outs of election voter turnout. President and owner of Exoro Group, Maura Carabello to chat about the impact of negative campaigning. And former board member Spencer Stokes to dissect the State Board of Education elections and emphasize the significance the board makes on the students and citizens of the Beehive State.
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Boyd Matheson is joined by Dr. Yuval Levin to discuss his upcoming free virtual workshop, “A Time to Build,” with BYU’s Wheatley Institution. Dr. Levin is the director of Social, Cultural, and Constitutional Studies at the American Enterprise Institute and the founder and current editor-in-chief of “National Affairs,” and has such has an abundance of knowledge to share regaining faith in American’s Institutions, even amid the COVID pandemic. Drawing from his newly published but, “A Time to Build: From Family and Community to Congress and the Campus, How Recommitting to Our Institutions Can Revive the American Dream,” he invites listeners to re-engage in civil discourse to overcome our contemporary social crises.
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Boyd reminds listeners that civility is always in season, even in political seasons. He builds on George Washington's rules of civility, and how they are still applicable today.
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Richard Haass, President of the Council of Foreign Relations will give the keynote address at the upcoming Utah Economic and Energy Summit on Oct. 26th. Last week he joined World Trade Center Utah’s Miles Hansen for a preview of the event and to provide his advice and opinions on what this country needs to move forward more united. With Haass’s long history of political service and business endeavors, he has learned a thing or two from strong leaders. Boyd expands on Haass’s legacy of leadership lessons learned.
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It’s two weeks until Election Day and as both sides are arguing for your political vote, political progress is stalling on issues like a new stimulus pandemic relief package and the SCOTUS hearings. Political pandering and jabbing have increased amid the covid pandemic, but Boyd has a civil solution for leadership.
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Competing Gubernatorial candidates, Republican Lt Governor Spencer Cox, and Democratic Chris Peterson, have come together in a joint public service announcement calling for political civility as the 2020 Election Day draws near. Both candidates join Boyd to discuss a peaceful transfer of power as we truly need to #StandUnited at a state and nation.
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Boyd reminds his listeners to not be jaded by the political process, but to be a participant who makes the process better by; voting for political courage this election, protecting the true “heart of America,” and being an educated voter. Truly, understanding “why we vote?” and “why YOU vote?” is key to being a participant and not an observer in our nation's progress.
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Miles Hansen, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, joins Boyd to breakdown a virtual conversation he had with Richard Haass, President of the Council of Foreign Relations, ahead of his keynote address for the Utah Economic and Energy Summit on Oct. 26th. From economic and foreign policy analysis to advice Haass has for entrepreneurs, there are many poignant points to parse.
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Pollster Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to dissect new findings on the much contented Utah Congressional District Four race. What can we extrapolate from this new poll from the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics? Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Yesterday Elder David A. Bednar, Apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, spoke at the G20 Interfaith Forum on the importance of respecting faith in our global coronavirus response. Elder Bednar joins Boyd to expand on this talk and a landmark address delivered at the BYU Law School Religious Liberty Forum in June. The Interfaith Forum continues until the 14th. To stream the event and for a complete program with a schedule of topics, speakers, and sessions times, visit g20interfaith.live.
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The Supreme Court confirmation hearings for nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett continue into the fourth day today. The Senate Judiciary set an Oct. 22nd vote on Barrett nomination after rejecting the Democrats call for a delay. For the final day of the hearings, outside witnesses will testify and Senators will ask them questions to help them decide on their vote.
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This day in History: An insightful silly-old-bear made his literary debut. The first collection of stories about Winnie-the-Pooh was published on October 14th, 1926 by author A.A. Milne, inspired by the vivid imagination of his son Christopher Robin Milne. The beloved Pooh Bear has inspired generations of children with his wit and wisdom, and today Boyd celebrates the bear with some of his favorite quotes.
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Today Elder David A. Bednar, Apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, spoke at the G20 Interfaith Forum. The annual forum is a platform where diverse faith leaders and actors can collaborate on the global framework of faith. Elder Bednar spoke in this year’s primarily virtual conference on the importance of respecting faith in our global coronavirus response. To live stream the conference and for a complete program with a schedule of topics, speakers, and sessions times, visit g20interfaith.live.
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Today is the third day of the Supreme Court confirmation hearings for nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett, this will be Barrett’s last day of questioning before the Senate Judiciary Committee. A lot has been said about Judge Barrett’s conservative views, faith, and even her life as a mother, but this attorney and professor of law have shown herself to be competent in her understanding of the constitution, as her blank notepad suggested yesterday.
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Joseph Grenny, author and chairman of The Other Side Academy recently shared some vital advice on having peaceful political conversations. As we get closer to election day, Boyd reminds listeners of the importance of political civility in our interactions with others.
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As the confirmation hearings continue for Judge Amy Coney Barrett, Boyd asks about the state of The Court. He points out that a Supreme Court judge's responsibility is to judge, not legislate. That it is congress's responsibility to legislate. If we keep this in mind we could be less divisive and more unified on issues like court-packing.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News and moderator at last night's Fourth Congressional District Debate joins Boyd to discuss his impressions from the debate. Together they deep dive into the takeaways from the debate and ask if it changed anyone's opinion.
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Today is the second day of the Supreme Court confirmation hearings for nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett, the hearings are being heavily impacted by an election right around the corner and a more-than-ever polarized nation in the midst of a pandemic. Issues of court-packing, healthcare, and constitutional precedent are being raised amid the heated hearings. Boyd is here to provide perspective so our audience can make this news make sense.
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The R Street Institute’s James Wallner joins Boyd to discuss a theory on how an even-numbered court would be less divided and more functional. As elections and a pandemic have complicated plans to fill the Supreme Court seat left vacant by the recently passed Ruth Bader Ginsburg, maybe it's time to reevaluate the court’s structure as a whole.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, has given Inside Sources a peek Inside the Newsroom on several occasions, but today he gives us a look into the mindset of a debate moderator. Tonight Wilks will moderate the only 2020 Fourth Congressional District debate for the Utah Debate Commission. He joins Boyd to breakdown the issues most important for Utah district, the candidates, and our nation as a whole.
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As COVID numbers climb and election campaigns continue, our nation is struggling to keep up to date on politics, health protection, and positivity. Boyd is here to break down the issues, divide the rage from the reason, and help people make informed and positive choices; from the Barrett Supreme Court confirmation hearings to tonight's only 2020 Fourth Congressional District debate.
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Boyd took us into the Vice Presidential Debate bubble yesterday, but what did he think of the experience? From ignored questions and a complacent moderator to restrained civility and a predictable bingo game, Boyd breaks down what the good and the bad of the VP Debate. He also looks forward to the next presidential debate which will be remote, but it is not the first remote debate. KSL Newsradio’s Paul Nelson joins Boyd to banter about a lighter game they played at the Vice Presidential Debate last night. Apparently, Boyd is the big winner when it comes to political Bingo. Boyd also celebrates the birthday of President M. Russell Ballard, the Acting President of The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as well as President Ballard’s motto of simplicity.
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Today is the day, after months of anticipation and preparation at the University of Utah, the Vice Presidential Debate is tonight! And Boyd is inside the debate-bubble bringing us the latest insights and interviews from the pivotal 2020 election event. Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look inside the newsroom as he discusses What it took to bring the vice presidential debate to Salt Lake City. The Hinckley Institutes’ Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti discuss setting up the event at the University of Utah. And President and owner of Exoro Group, Maura Carabello, joins Boyd to discuss what we SHOULD expect in debates. Will the debates be civil or another calamity? We will have to wait and see tonight.
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Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah and Associate Director Morgan Lyon Cotti take us behind the scenes about what it took, and the years of planning it's taken for the University to host the one and only Vice Presidential Debate taking place this election cycle.
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The Beehive State has always been known for its ingenuity, industry, and hospitality. With this in mind, what can the Vice Presidential candidates learn from Utah as they visit here for tomorrow's election debate?
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We have all heard the phrase that communication is key, but do candidates follow the advice? Boyd takes a look at debate strategy and messaging ahead of tomorrow’s Vice Presidential debate at the University of Utah. With Trump leading Biden in Utah, will the event change opinions or wedge a divide farther between the parties? And what opinions and advice can they learn from our beautiful state?
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Former Senator Harry Reid joins Boyd to discuss debate details. With his history of service, he has been through a number of debates himself and can break apart the political points of the day, and the pros-and-cons of the process.
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It can be hard to not let the virus “dominate our lives” as Trump advised yesterday upon returning to the White House from the hospital. But that is something that is needed as we try to uplift each other and move toward a better future. While politics are complicated by elections and re-elections, our principles and values never should be. Yes, be careful. Yes, be courteous. But please, lift yourself and others along the way.
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Boyd wraps up today’s show with a break from the political and into a metaphorical hike through the woods; exploring portals, passageways, and paths of magical change. As the season changes it represents a golden opportunity to evaluate the path your life is taking and form a better perspective for the future.
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This weekend’s General Conference was just what the world needed in a time of upheaval and pandemic as the President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints asked audiences to prevail and encourage unification in a divided and divisive world. Church leaders from around the world spoke on topics from Loving our enemies, Uniting in power, and praying always for one another. The highlight of the conference for many was the historic declaration by President Nelson that stated the responsibility of church members to stamp out racism.
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Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah takes us behind the scenes of The U’s upcoming Vice Presidential debate. Boyd and Perry will be part of a virtual panel today examining the role of the vice president. They discuss what the prep work has been like from the logistics of the debate amid a pandemic, as well as why this VP debate really matters this year.
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With 29 days until the elections, Utah is preparing for Wednesday’s Vice Presidential debate, the nation is abuzz with Trump's COVID case, and the world continues to grapple with the pandemic. Boyd breaks down the weekend’s political news with an update on Sen. Mike Lee’s coronavirus’s diagnosis to Sen. Harris’s plea to come together and “Put our shoulders to the wheel.”
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Yesterday, Jeff Caplan aired a topic on his radio show that really clicked with Boyd, how the American dream continues amid the COVID pandemic. Entrepreneurs really embody the spirit and principles that have and will continue to move our nation forward.
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Boyd’s friend Sarah Weaver from The Church News joins for a behind-the-scenes look at this weekend's General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as well as her experiences covering conference for a quarter of a century. She expands on how the times and technology have evolved, but the core messages remain the same.
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Did COVID bring families closer together? That is the question Dave Noriega and Debbie Dujanovic ask in their upcoming Conference Conversation special, airing this Saturday at noon. Debbie joins Boyd for a preview of the show which includes interviews from parents, experts, and input from their listeners on social media. Don't forget to tune into all of KSL Newsradio’s conference special programming this weekend, or download it as a KSL Newsradio podcast later.
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With 33 days left until the U.S. presidential election, big problems are being pushed aside in favor of political pandering. Today, President Trump signed a temporary bill to fund the government through Dec. 11, averting the possibility of a government shutdown for the time being, but Boyd bets that our politicians won’t worry about the rest of the year until after Thanksgiving.
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Tuesday’s presidential debate had no winner — just 320 million losers. At a time when American is starving for inspirational leadership, we get a train-wreck of a yelling match. What can we the people do? We can reject it, and demand better from political debates.
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Joseph Grenny, author and chairman of The Other Side Academy has some vital advice on having political conversations. He has three things to keep in mind as we try to find peaceful ways of disagreeing; curiosity, boundaries, and humility.
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Scott Rasmussen shares a more national perspective on last night’s wild presidential debate. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Last night there was a strong contrast between the civil Utah gubernatorial debate and the unruly presidential debate. While our emotions are high in a contentious election year complicated by the COVID pandemic, we need better examples of discussion and decision-making among our leaders. It is time to delete debate disasters like this and develop a civil conscience.
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Tonight’s Debate Night gives us a chance to expect deeper answers from our leaders. We need to have leaders who are grounded in their principles and confident in their decision making processes.
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Boyd has already expressed his belief that history has its eyes on us in the year 2020. With a contentious presidential election, civil unrest, and a world ravaged by a pandemic, we need to take the opportunity at this time to rely on the blueprint of the constitution, as well as learn lessons from historical mistakes and successes. We have elections and debates right around the corner and we need to be willing to ask deeper questions of our politicians to get deeper answers.
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Former Senate Democratic Leader Scott Howell joins Boyd for a preview of tonight's Debate Night specials; the state of Utah is watching our Gubernatorial debate, and the United States is watching the Presidential Debate. Listen to both Debates tonight on KSL Newsradio.
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‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
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R-Street’s James Wallner joins Boyd to discuss his Washington Examiner’s piece, “For Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation process, the Constitution is on Senate GOP's side.” Again we are reminded of the importance of following the blueprint of the constitution when it comes to our political choices
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The coronavirus has taken an immense toll on our mental health, and one of the best unifying remedies could be sports. Guest host Ethan Millard tells a personal story to help frame why he thinks that we should be proud of athletes and how sports could be just what we need during this difficult time.
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Guest host Ethan Millard elaborates on the importance of taking concerns seriously, from Amber Alerts to Coronavirus safety. There are times that we need to jettison the politics and focus on remembering to support each other as a community.
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Tomorrow is the first presidential debate for the 2020 election and COVID has significantly impacted the campaigns and the questions Americans have for our candidates. Guest host Ethan Millard explores the topics and questions given for the debate and questions supporting the debate at all. Ethan thinks they fit into the agendas of politicians, not the interests of the American people.
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Guest host Ethan Millard fills in for Boyd today, as a host for The Nightside Project, he is up to date on the headlines of the day. Here is what you might have missed in this weekend’s news roundup, from politics to a landmine sniffing rat, Ethan has the news for you.
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Yesterday a grand jury indicted an officer involved in the shooting death of Breonna Taylor with three counts of first-degree wanton endangerment stating he manifested “extreme indifference to the value of human life.” Boyd has been thinking of the term "indifference" ever since. The greatest threat to our future is that we the people will be slaves to pleasant distraction and grow more indifference to the others around us.
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As we gear up for the first presidential debate of 2020, we take look back at the first televised presidential debate which took place between Kennedy and Nixon on September 26, 1960. When candidates face-off live it provides an opportunity for the public to see them in a different, less scripted or choreographed way, which can seriously overshadow and impact their campaigns as a whole. So, Boyd asks, why do we debate like we do? And how can we be sure we are asking the right questions?
KSL Newsradio’s own Lee Lonsberry and Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joins Boyd to discuss the topics selected for the first Trump-Biden presidential debate next week, and to ask, “What SHOULD we ask in a presidential debate?”
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Boyd gets a surprise visit from KSL Newsradio's own Jeff Caplan. They take the opportunity to catch up and discuss their perspective on the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. With Supreme Court nominations now a part of the far-reaching war for political power instead of principled law, maybe it is time to take Ginsburg’s own advice and show a “reverence for the Court and its place in our system of governance.”
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Representative Chris Stewart joins Boyd with an update on his three-digit National Suicide Hotline Designation Act which has passed in Congress and is now headed to the President’s desk. The three-digit number (988) would be a great step towards proving people struggling with suicidal thoughts and mental health issues the help they need. After all, September is National Suicide Prevention Month and we all need to do our part at raising awareness and breaking the taboo on speaking about these important issues. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, KSL encourages you to call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.
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Boyd continues his deep dive into the 2020 American Family Survey. Deseret News reporter Mya Jaradat joins to discuss the importance of talking about race with your children. The study finds that it is important to address race issues from the concept of diversity, to representation and protests.
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Today, three-days of honor begins at the Supreme Court for the recently passed Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The notorious RBG’s energetic spirit transformed our nation’s law and conscience over her 27-years of service on the Supreme Court. Today, religious leaders, politicians, peers, and friends honor her in a private ceremony. Boyd also honors her for her legacy of dedication and reverence for the court and hope that legacy continues to transform our nation.
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We are embedded in an election year where political pandering has increased to the point that many American households are tuning out of politics completely. Why? Because politicians and candidates are not focusing on the values and the principles we hold dear. There is a lot to discover in the new American Family Survey released today, and if Trump and Biden take note now, perhaps we can vote to create a better future. Deseret News reporter Lois Collins joins Boyd to discuss the balance of relationships in the pandemic in American homes and how the pandemic and loneliness epidemic is affecting those without one. And reporter Erica Evans asks if parents are more worried about their sons' or daughter's future success?
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In our loud and busy world have we lost our capacity to feel reverence and respect? We are surrounded by the noise of constant news from political sparring to cultural uproar, but maybe we can take a note of advice from Mitt Romney and recently passed Ruth Bader Ginsburg in relearning respect and reverence for the voice of the other, and the rule of law. We can show those traits by registering to vote as today is National Voter Registration Day, and voting for the principles we believe in.
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Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a great example of passionate advocacy and finding friendship across the aisle. She was a pioneer in her own right on many different levels, which we should remember and respect. Today, Boyd has a challenge for his listeners in memory of The Notorious RBG.
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KSL Newsradio’s Tim Hughes has a new gig, don’t worry he is not leaving our airwaves! Tim calls-in from Las Vegas where he is now the Allegiant Stadium P.A. Announcer for the Raider's football team. The Raider’s pirates logo is emblazoned across the brand new nearly $2 billion stadium, which is the new home for the formerly Oakland, California team. The team will have their debut games tonight against the New Orleans’ Saints on national television without in-game crowds due to the COVID pandemic. Tim joins Boyd to discuss the historic move and the opportunity for the team to gain new fans in the Intermountain West.
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The world mourns the loss of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the “notorious” feminist, was a champion of equality and known for building relationships across the political aisle. Boyd explores RBG’s life and legacy, in her own words. What can we learn from the wisdom and wit of this wonderful woman? Rest in Power RGB.
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Yesterday religious leader Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks joined the show and shared his wisdom on reconstructing a framework of virtues and values, and discussed his award-winning and newly released book, “Morality: Restoring the Common Good in Divided Times.” Boyd revisits that wisdom and applies it to what we need to do in our beautiful beehive state to come together again. Because there is nothing like the view from higher up, and that includes climbing the mountains that surround our beautiful valley, to the mountain of challenges in our life.
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Today is Constitution Day and Citizenship Day in America, on this day in history in 1787, The Constitution of the United States of America was signed by delegates at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. Today we celebrate this event and recognize our amazing citizens, including those who are taking steps to become citizens.
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Boyd breaks down the most recent Hinckley Institute/ Deseret News polls on COVID, elections, and more. In this crazy year of 2020, how are Utahns feeling about the state of our nation and the state of our lives?
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Distinguished religious leader Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks joins Boyd to discuss the idea of reconstructing a shared framework of virtues and values; from the need for a cultural climate change to finding meaning in a maximum choice world. Tomorrow, Rabbi Sacks will join Wheatley Institute at BYU for a free online conversation and discuss his award-winning and newly released in America book, “Morality: Restoring the Common Good in Divided Times.”
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This fires season has been especially impactful as millions of acres have burned across the West causing large swaths of damage in its wake. Blaming and fault finger-pointing is running wild in politics and the media, but what can we really do to enact lasting change when it comes to fire danger? Design better forest management techniques and regulations, acknowledge climate change, and remember that for a large portion of the time, “Only you can prevent wildfires.”
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In a bonus podcast, Boyd Matheson on the Deseret News expands on the idea that elections are not the heart and soul of America, but the people are. He gives an example from a personal friend and shares a vision of what this country may become if we join together in unity as Americans.
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We live in a day filled with a plethora of information, communications, and technology, but this maximum of choice gives us a minimum of meaning. Tomorrow Boyd will be joined by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks about his new book, “Morality: Restoring the Common Good in Divided Times,” before the upcoming Thursday, Sept. 17 Wheatly Institute at BYU free online conversation on restoring the common good. Boyd asks what can we do as individuals to disconnect from technologies and connect to the essentialistic in life today?
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Miles Hansen, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, discusses how the new airport should usher in greater international business for Utah. Utah is already the crossroads of the west, and expansion such as this will confirm it as the crossroads of the world.
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Journalist Bob Woodward releases his new book critical of Donald Trump today befittingly called Rage. Boyd has had ample opportunity to get to know Woodward as he worked with him last year in an event called "Integrity and Trust: Lessons from Watergate and Today," and interviewed him for his Therefore, What? Podcast. So, what questions and lessons does Boyd have surrounding Woodward as we try to move forward in dividing the rage from the reason?
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Today is a historical day as President Trump presides over the Arab-Isreal Abraham Accord aimed at creating peace in the middle east. This signing could signal a shift to more democratic values and representation in the primarily authoritarian region. The signing also aligns up with today being the United Nations International Day of Democracy, which provides an opportunity to review the state of democracy in the world. In the light of the COVID pandemic democracy is more important than ever, particularly in a world of civil unrest. Now more important than ever in the light of the COVID pandemic and worldwide civil unrest.
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This day in history in 1814 Francis Scott Key penned “ The Star-Spangled Banner” after Key witnessed the flag still waving over Fort McHenry at daybreak withstanding some 25 hours of British bombardment in the War of 1812. The patriotic song grew in popularity becoming a pregame ritual in our sports and finally becoming our national anthem when congress made it so in 1931. The song still holds a special place in the hearts of Americans and our host Boyd Matheson.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look inside the newsroom as he discusses the necessity of ethics when dealing with an anonymous news source. How can lessons from Watergate and Bob Woodward’s new book on Trump entitled “Rage,” shine a light on integrity in journalism?
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Scott Rasmussen has an updated poll on congressional district four showing Democratic incumbent Ben McAdams has a narrow lead against Republican candidate Burgess Owens. They discuss why this race is so tight, and why it is important for the whole nation. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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In a weekend news roundup, fires heat up Boyd’s backyard and political tension heats up the American people. Boyd reminds people to be extra cautious about fire dangers and how the Pleasant Grove fire crept close to his house this weekend. Political pandering this election season continues to push aside valid COVID concerns, and Utah is preparing for its next step as it continues to prove itself as the crossroads of the world, the Salt Lake City International Airport is set to open its $4.1 billion expansion.
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The greatest moments in history begin as near impossibilities. Tomorrow we remember a great and terrible tragedy that we had previously thought as an impossibility, the events of 9/11. Our finest hours as a nation have not come about when things were certain and settled. The most important breakthroughs and break-withs, triumphs, and transformations occur within the parentheses of a crazy idea. This living within the parentheses is where the American Dream happens, and where we can see that we are the UNITED states.
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Today is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness on the impact of suicide, talking about mental health issues, and how to find tools and resources to help fight the loss of a loved one, including yourself, by suicide. Recently Boyd has had some amazing guests discuss issues surrounding mental health and finding hope in the darkness of depression; Counselor Jenny Howe on talking to your kids about suicide, Amanda Dickson on her National Suicide Prevention Day special airing today, and Kevin Guest on Timeless Principles for Living a Life in Harmony including finding hope in trials. Boyd agrees full-heartedly that it is time to break the taboo around discussing suicide, to name and talk about this devastating epidemic. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, KSL encourages you to call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.
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This morning, the Republican-led Senate will vote on a new COVID-19 stimulus bill. Their proposal comes after months of failed negotiations. Both parties have accused the other of not being reasonable in the process of deciding on the allotted funds.But they both are being unreasonable. Are the dollars themselves the most important thing? No. It’s the value of American lives- the people that are important.
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This week is National Suicide Prevention Week and KSL Newsradio’s own Amanda Dickson joins Boyd for a preview of her upcoming special that aims to give families unique insights into the complicated and sensitive subject. Thursday at noon, Amanda will host an hour special with Salt Lake Behavioral Health Hospital on the impact of suicide, talking about mental health issues, and how to find tools are resources to help fight the loss of a loved one, including yourself, by suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, KSL encourages you to call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.
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President Russell M. Nelson of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints turns 96 today and who better to join Boyd than Nelson’s biographer, Sheri Dew. Sheri and Boyd celebrate the prophet’s energy and example with stories from Sheri’s book “Insights from a Prophet's Life” and their own experiences. Happy Birthday President Nelson!
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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and counselor Jenny Howe joins Boyd to give some insight on how to talk to your kids about losing a loved one, mental health issues, and suicide prevention awareness. While Utah’s suicide rate remains stable amid the pandemic, the number of people asking for help on the state’s suicide hotline certainly has increased and people are downloading the SafeUT smartphone app to help deal with depressive and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, KSL encourages you to call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.
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Did you know that this day in history the United States of America got its name? Despite our differences, we still are UNITED. Our elected officials might be fighting over stimulus plans and pandering for power, and there is civil unrest forcing change across the nation, but according to a recent Scott Rassmussen poll, we are more united than we think.
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The test for the American people is to quit believing the lies of fear. We must challenge our political leaders to demonstrate behavior that lives up to what they profess to believe. Our true commitment to freedom will be revealed not by what we declare in fear, but by what we bravely do in spite of fear.
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Utah’s economic future is looking bright! According to The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC)’s most recent edition of their Rich States Poor States report, Utah is ranked number one for our economic outlook. Boyd is joined by ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams to review the report and shine some light on the how and why Utah’s future looks so bright.
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Kevin Guest, CEO at USANA Health Sciences and author of All the Right Reasons: 12 Timeless Principles for Living a Life in Harmony joined Boyd oh his “Therefore, What?” podcast. In the episode, they discuss the need to lead and live for the right reasons, including focusing on courageous vulnerability and self-care, which is even more important right now in our 2020 pandemic world.
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With Labor Day set squarely in the rearview mirror, it is time to move on to a new season, the final-fight of the 2020 presidential election begins today. The battle lines have been firmly drawn by both dominant parties, each placing blame on the other for our nation's current state of darkness and violent unrest; from Biden calling Trump the cause of 'American Darkness,' to Trump calling Biden the ‘the destroyer of American greatness,’ mud is slinging between presidential and vice-presidential candidates.
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We are entering the final countdown for the Deseret News’ Moonshot quest to quell the pandemic through proper COVID precautions. Labor Day marks the end of the 55-day challenge, the beginning of Fall, and hopefully the continued fall of this infectious virus. Utahns have come together in amazing ways to protect themselves and their neighbors, proving that they can be nimble in this #NewNow.
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In a continuing look at our 2020 school year, Boyd is joined by Tanya Semerad, a specialist responsible for supporting students with significant cognitive disabilities for the Utah state board of education. She educates Boyd on the special considerations for these students amid the pandemic and how our listeners can support the students, schools, and families in these hard times.
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America has a history of finding optimism in our trauma as our friend Adam Brandon of FreedomWorks said today. We know the importance of moving from our broken past towards a better future. An example of this is in the beautiful ancient Japanese art of kintsugi or "golden repair," of broken things that acknowledge the beauty of the break. We spent time today talking about a modern-day representation of this concept with the Topaz Japanese American Internment Camp Museum, which marked a somber part of our past in order to make better and more beautiful choices for our future. Boyd encourages us to respect our brokenness, in order to heal with greater and more beautiful strength.
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Today is an anniversary of a day in history both somber and celebrated, the 1945 surrender of Japan and subsequent end of World War Two. South of Salt Lake City there is a stark reminder of one of the less spoken realities of the war, the Topaz Museum and Japanese internment camp. Board President Jane Beckwith joins us today to bring to life the voices of Topaz and explore the historical lessons we must learn to never repeat.
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If politics are causing strains on your relationships, maybe it's time to take a pause from them. FreedomWorksAdam Brandon, joined Boyd on his Therefore, What? podcast to discuss their Pause Politics Labor Day event. In the podcast they explore the political tension in the country and how our ability to move past that tension makes our nation great.
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Politics are re-calibrating after the last few weeks of conventions, for the first time in history a Kennedy was defeated in a Massachusetts primary as progressive Markey earns his place on the ballot, our elected officials are back at the debate over another stimulus plan, Biden and Trump are giving dueling speeches this afternoon as Bidens prepares to visit Wisconsin, and Dr. Fauci is encouraging people about vaccine trials and warning about the need to be careful this Labor Day weekend to protect our Halloween and other fall activities.
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A recent study by WalletHub show’s that Utah is living up to it’s Beehive State moniker, as it is among the most hard-working states in the union. Our unique history of industry, volunteerism, strong work ethics, and educational excellence sets us up as a community who works hard and plays hard. And these traits are being showcased right now as diverse Utahns have pulled together in this chaotic year to support our communities with Project Protect, safely re-opens schools, deal with civil unrest, and reach Governor Herbert’s COVID rolling-day average goal today. We certainly are reaching for the Moonshot and proving to be a hardworking, and leading, an example to the nation.
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President and owner of Exoro Group, Maura Carabello, joins Boyd to continue the conversation they had last weekend on The Hinkley Report. They break down the need to include varying viewpoints of politics in Utah and Carabellow voices her concern over Zions Bank’s new mural celebrating Utah’s historical women that showcase a lack of diversity.
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Scott Rasmussen has an important lesson on data collection featuring the Great Bambino himself and how it relates to our understanding of the contagiousness of COVID. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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President Trump is visiting Kenosha Wisconsin today and is scheduled to survey the damage and discuss community safety after a wake of protests from the police shooting of Jacob Blake this weekend. This visit has opposition from many in the community as well as the state's Governor who fears the stay will “hinder our healing.” While many people question the stop, Boyd has another important question for each of us to consider.
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In a bonus podcast, Boyd Matheson joins “Utah's Morning News” with Amanda Dickson and Tim Hughes, to pull apart the politics behind the protests from Portland to Wisconsin. What is our responsibility as ‘We the people’ to start a conversation about changing our political processes in a positive way without violence and transition to better representation in government?
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Of all the health concerns in the storm of the coronavirus pandemic, loneliness may the most pervasive and dangerous threat. The mental and physical fight of loneliness has been exaggerated by necessary isolation and physical distancing, causing noticeable stress and a decline of overall health. Boyd breaks down what we can do to fight back against loneliness for ourselves and others, including some wisdom from Gordan B. Hinkley in 1969.
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Former Utah Governor Mike Leavitt has some advice for the current candidates for governor; start transition planning now. Leavitt knows how difficult and exhilarating the transition of power can be, but it is better for Utah if the baton is passed seamlessly, with no loss of momentum.
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Now that the Democratic and Republican National Conventions are over, Jason Perry of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, helps Boyd officially launch his election coverage; Your Voice Your Vote 2020. Perry dissects what issues, races, and policies the public needs to be aware of, to vote for their principles, not just their parties this election season.
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In this weekend’s news roundup we have the opportunity to explore ideas of loss and influence. From the loss of legendary Georgetown Coach John Thompson to the passing of celebrated actor Chadwick Boseman, both were pioneering black men of integrity and inspiration who will continue to lead generations after them to reach for their goals no matter what obstacle stands in their way. What can we learn from their example of sacrifice and we look at the current political upheaval and stiff in the world?
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In a bonus podcast, Boyd Matheson joins “Dave and Dujanovic" and guest Mia Love to give a behind-the-scenes of a Republican National Convention speech. We have heard a lot of political party speeches over the last two weeks at the Democratic National Convention and then the Republican National Convention, but what makes a great speech work? In 2012 Mia Love’s speech gained national attention. Boyd Matheson wrote it. They discuss the experience.
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Tomorrow is a historic anniversary of a speech that resonates as true today as when it was first given in 1963; Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream.” 57 years after this important bookmark in American civil rights history, The Heber Valley Railroad is offering a unique and safe event to help you experience and understand the message of that important talk. Heber Valley Railroad executive director Mark Nelson joins Boyd to talk about the I Have a Dream Train which celebrates the 57th anniversary of the historic March on Washington for jobs and freedom, with live music performed by the Unity Gospel Choir and excerpts from the speech. Boyd breaks down the important elements and themes of the speech, playing portions and reinforcing the reality that we still “Have A Dream” today.
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Deseret News’ Christian Sagers joins Boyd to talk about college life amid the COVID crisis particularly, the fact that college students are expected to act like adults now, when they have not been treated like adults in the past.
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The third day of the Republican National Convention continued last night with Vice President Mike Pence talking as well as Utah’s own Burgess Owen. The evening focused on supporting American heroes striving to keep law and order amid the storms and upheaval of life.
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It is important in this election year to be wary of weariness. The American experiment is not in peril, we are not so divided that positive progress can’t happen. In fact, recent polls show that the majority of Americans believe in uniting messages and the founding principles of our nation. And as we continue to engage in the American electoral process, as Elder Cook pointed out in his BYU speech earlier this week, remember to react to criticism with kindness.
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Last night the Republican National Convention continued into its second day with a focus on America being the Land of Opportunity and the threat of socialism. First Lady Melania Trump spoke on the racial and ethnic diversity of America, and viewers were able to witness a citizen naturalization ceremony live at the White house. Boyd breaks down the evening, and previews tonight's events which will include a speech by Utah’s own Burgess Owens.
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In our politically-divided cancel culture world, it is time to shake-off our zealotry and reach across aisles and different points of view to create greater solutions. The only way to do this is to let empathy, humility, civility, and dialog reign. Boyd shares these principles with examples from a past Therefore, What? Podcast with Mark Roosevelt, and a story about Sen. Tim Scott making the right choice for others.
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It is easy to react in anger, its harder and more valuable to react with empathy, kindness, and clarity. Elder Quentin L. Cook of Quorum of the Twelve Apostles for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gave an example of this just yesterday as he spoke to the faculty of BYU. Boyd takes a deep-dive into the speech which offers a lesson in unity, religious liberty, and responding to criticism.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look inside the newsroom as he emphasizes the importance of empathy for journalists and the general public using a recent piece about the California fires as an example. Wilks and Boyd discuss the need for understanding in our dangerous cancel culture world.
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Yesterday, the Republican National Convention started with a mix of in-person and virtual events. With the official nomination of Trump for a second term. Supporters ranged from UN Ambassador Nikki Haley emphasized the strength in the current administration's record, and Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, focused on protecting American's values and vision. And President Trump gave a couple of shout outs to Utah specifically. With political pandering and back-patting, Boyd reminds listeners of the importance of leaders showcasing humility.
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Last week the Democratic National Convention wrapped up, and this week the Republican National Convention starts up; how is the #NewNow affecting these events and these events and important political conversations?
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Scott Rasmussen has an interesting poll that shows there is actually something in politics we all basically agree on! Find out what it is and what this could mean for uniting America. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Tonight marks the start of the Republican National Convention which will officially nominate President Donald Trump for a second term. The scaled-down in-person event will be streamed for wider audiences with a line-up featuring prominent members of the Republican party, Trump family, supportive citizens, and Utah’s own Burgess Owens. Utah GOP Chair Derek Brown texts us live from North Carolina for a preview of the events.
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We are in the final countdown for Utah's Moonshot Challenge’s quest to quell the pandemic and ALSCO a local linen and uniform rental services, is giving away cases of facemasks to Utah schools to do their part. Ben Fox joins Boyd to announce the 11 winning schools.
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Today is National Radio Day, which celebrates the great invention and communication medium that is radio. While communications technology has continued to progress in leaps and bounds since the first radio broadcast hit the airwaves in the late 1800s, it is still up to us the audience to remember to listen with our ears, hearts, and minds. It is our responsibility to divide rage from reason, connect the dots, and make our own informed choices.
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Day Three of the Democratic National Convention continued to praise Biden and dump on Trump. Former President Obama and former Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton used the time to paint a picture of failure in the Trump administration, while Senator Kamala Harris chose to accept her nomination of vice-presidential candidate and focus on a more hopeful vision of America.
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Last night Joe Biden was officially nominated as the Democratic 2020 presidential candidate at the Democratic National Convention. As the election heats up, Boyd reminds listeners that people are the heart-and-soul of America, not politics. Politicians claiming that an election is a battle for the heart and soul of the nation assumes that the heart and soul of the nation belongs to themselves, political parties, or institutions of government. NOTHING, could be further from the truth.
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Desert News reporter Lois Collins joins Boyd to talk about how certain COVID conversations can seem cruel to the viruses’ victims and family. She shares about her experience of losing a family member to the pandemic, the complications surrounding the memorials and honoring the departed, and the reality that no one has guaranteed protection for this horrible sickness.
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Dr. Jim White, the author of the upcoming book "Broken America: Ten Guiding Principles to Restore America," joined Boyd on his Therefore, What? podcast to discuss the need for a vision of courage and true principled representation of the people by American politicians. Dr. White, a Vietnam vet and successful business veteran, applies his life-learned skills to a call to action in putting political parties aside and returning to our country's founding principles.
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Last night on day two of the Democratic National Convention Joe Biden was officially nominated as the Democratic 2020 presidential candidate. Politicians and everyday people voiced their support of the vice president and senator. The virtual event was filled with a progressive vision and vitriol and venom for the opposition particularly aimed at President Trump.
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Both political parties love to use the phrase, “the most important election in history,” to plead their politics, but the appeal often misses what is really important: the heart and soul (and principles) of the American people.
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Congressman Chris Stewart joins Boyd to defend the radical idea that America is Good.
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Reporter Sydney Walker joins Boyd to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment which gave most American women the right to vote. She expands upon the history of the suffragette movement including its strong Utah roots with inspiring women like Seraph Young and advocate Emmeline B. Wells. You can learn more about the history at the Church History Museum exhibit, "Sisters for Suffrage.”
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Yesterday at day one of the Democratic National Convention, former Governor of Ohio and lifelong republican John Kasich gave a speech supporting Joe Biden’s bid for president. In the speech, he said that in normal times, something like this cross-party support would never happen, but it has happened. In 2008 Democratic Senator Joseph Leiberman spoke that the Republican National Convention voicing his support for then-nominee John McCain. Boyd asks if these types of aisle-busting speeches are a sign of partisan failure or a return to principled politics?
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In a bonus podcast, Boyd Matheson joins “Dave and Dujanovic" with a preview of what to expect at The Democratic National Convention which kicks off tonight. The four-day event will almost internally be online with an impressive and unlikely lineup of speakers.
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Today marks the start of the Democratic National Convention which can set the stage for breaking away to unconventional wisdom amid the trials and tribulations of 2020. What will happen as we face virtual conventions? Will there be inspiring speeches comparable to former years? Or will it be the same tired attack rhetoric of the past?
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School is returning for many districts in Utah with a mixture of real-life and virtual learning. Today Sydnee Dickson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, joins Boyd to discuss the need for nimbleness as we return. As well as an awareness of how the toxic stresses of our current situation (pandemic, civil unrest, racial tensions, economic needs, and more) are affecting our kids. Remember to be kind to teacher and staff, and model flexibility with your kids to assist them at adapting to our #NewNow.
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Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to breakdown what voters need to know as the Democratic National Convention starts today. He also has some interesting polls about American opinion and the 2020 elections. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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The World Health Organization declared COVID a pandemic just over six months ago and the virus has dramatically changed our economy and social interactions, to how our students are returning to school. But amid turmoil, there is always hope, hope in humanity and hope in America's adaptability. We have hope that individuals will take the steps to slow the curve of infection with the Deseret News' Moonshot goal. And hope in the Amerian entrepreneurial spirit an exemplified in an “Only in America” moment with Jimmy Butler growing coffee empire in the NBA’s bubble.
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In a bonus podcast, Boyd Matheson joins Bloomberg Chief Washington Correspondent Kevin Cirillior an Analysis of Biden VP Pick Kamala Harris.
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A reminder that history has its eyes on all of us, not just those we lift up to power. While Kamala Harris is making HERstory, women who have come before her are offering advice and wisdom that we all can learn from.
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The same tired rhetoric of attacking opponents instead of proclaiming your own virtues is already ramping up in the 2020 presidential election. Yesterday's at the first campaign event for the Biden-Harris ticket, the focus appears to be more of a roast of Donald Trump. We already know what our politicians are against, we want to know what they are for.
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In a bonus podcast Boyd Matheson joins Dave Noriega on his show to break down some of the advice and lessons Sarah Palin gave to Kamala Harris yesterday.
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On this day in 1939 the classic musical “The Wizard of Oz” premiered in Wisconsin. Why does Boyd want to discuss this technicolor masterpiece? “Because, because, because, because, because,” there is a lesson about diving deeper within the film's iconic song.
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Former Senate Democratic Leader Scott Howell joins Boyd to discuss Joe Biden’s selection of Kamala Harris as his vice-presidential running mate. What does this mean for the party, America, and Utah? What is some advice that Harris might need?
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KSL Sports’s Alex Kirry on the potential death of college football. What does it mean for players, fans, and schools when COVID cancels the sport?
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Everyone is abuzz about the news that Joe Biden has selected Senator Kamala Harris as his vice-presidential running mate, but some are hissing about the confrontational comments each has made about the other during the primary election process. American history is rife with examples of once rivals working together as allies in the end from Reagan and Bush Sr. overcoming the “voodoo economics” debacle, to Obama and Biden moving forward from passively racist comments. Let’s remember to move past instant certainty, and allow for merciful change to create forward-looking growth.
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The current climate of Instant Certainty is a great threat to societal advancement. Boyd revisits his conversation with Bob Woodward where they discuss the importance of trust and truth in 21st-century journalism. Suspending judgment not only provides space for truth to be discovered it is actually the only path that leads to learning, understanding, and trust.
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IBM Professor Roger Porter gives us a look at the life and legacy of Brent Scowcroft, former United States National Security Advisor. Scowcroft was a master of policy and a Utah boy at heart, who built his life of public service on trust and prudence. His honesty and candor gained him bi-partisan support through multiple presidencies that allowed him to help shape how America interacts with the world.
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High school football season begins this week with approved teams playing under strict health guidelines to protect participants, parents, and fans of the sport. With the potential death of college football, Boyd asks about the fate and future of high school athletics.
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When congress continues to be bogged down by bi-partisan bickering and halt legislative advances, it is then that presidents have been inclined to take executive power to break through the stalemate. This increasing pattern of executive orders is a dangerous precedent when it comes to respecting our constitution and judicial process. The system works when we let it work, but when political motives block principled progress, it is a problem for us all.
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Is our political obsession with loyalty degrading the principles that each party proclaims to withhold? Boyd expands on the idea that we should be building principles over parties, with an analogy to baseball.
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Salt Lake Community College President Dr. Deneece G. Huftalin joins Boyd to discuss "Coronavirus and Classrooms." She builds upon her opinion piece on how technology is helping with the school’s COVID classroom comeback, as they lean into a HyFlex course strategy and other current initiatives to plan for their student’s success.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look inside the newsroom. He asks, does Joe Biden have a chance to turn red Utah Blue? As well as touching upon how they identify and dissect the issues that are important for Utah.
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In a heavy news weekend, President Trump signed executive orders designed to force progress on COVID relief packages and economic recovery as congress has stalled to come to an agreement on action. While some are questioning the authority Trump has to take actions on the orders, others are praising them as a negotiating tactic to break the stalemate.
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A reminder to use our moral imagination as we ponder Hiroshima Day and Utah's moonshot COVID goal.
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The R Street Institute’s James Wallner joins Boyd to discuss political and social issues related to COVID and how they will affect the are impacting legislative responses in an election year.
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Western Governors University president Scott Pulsipher joins Boyd to discuss the nonprofit university's perspectives on higher education amid the COVID pandemic and how they are already one step ahead with their mission of innovating higher education and a skill-focused curriculum.
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KSL Sports’s Alex Kirry joins Boyd for a little BYU sports chat. This morning BYU Football tweeted their opening game announcement: BYU v Naval Academy. The game will take place on Labor Day in Annapolis, and aired on ESPN. The two discuss the love and need for sports, especially now amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Tomorrow marks the 75th anniversary of when America dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan. Decades later we are still learning lessons from the world-changing event; both lessons in diplomacy and lessons of hope. We must always remember Hiroshima Day and allow its reality to fuel our moral imagination.
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The Deseret News’ Hinckley Institute has a new poll on parents' opinions for their students return to school this fall while we still grapple with COVID. Boyd brings on Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry to discuss.
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The Utah Refugee Connection is in the middle of their back-to-school drive and they need our help to meet their goal of gathering 500 more backpack kits! Executive Director Amy Dott Harmer joins Boyd to talk about their programs and the many ways that our listeners can help refugees in our own community.
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With three months until the election and a world in pandemic turmoil politics can be as confusing as the famous Abbot and Costello sketch, “Who’s on First” and just as frustrating. From bipartisan bickering on a new stimulus package that just needs to get passed to tight senate races, choices and compromises need to be made to move this nation forward.
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On the 166th anniversary of its publishing, Boyd reminds us that we all need a Walden Pond experience. Written by transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau, the book explores themes of social experimentation, spiritual discovery, and self-reliance. Narrator BJ Harrison assists today by breathing life into these ”Walden Moments.”
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Jennie Taylor of The Major Brent Taylor Foundation joins to discuss the dedication of the Gold Star Family Memorial in North Ogden over the weekend.
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Rick Raddatz, author and founder of the Political Harmony Movement joins Boyd to discuss “The Path to political harmony.”
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For National Women’s Suffrage Month, managing historian of the Church History Department, Kate Holbrook, joins Boyd to talk about pioneering Latter-day Saint woman's rights activist Emmeline B. Wells. Listeners can explore her newly published diaries and join the Church History Museum’s live stream Facebook event on the historic suffragette tonight.
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From significant space travel to down-to-earth struggles, “History Has Its Eyes on Us:” SpaceX’s historical splashdown & Morgan Freeman breathes life into Rep. John Lewis’s last words.
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Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez joins Boyd to discuss "Coronavirus and Classrooms." She builds upon their past conversation on the “Therefore, What?” podcast about "pursuing exceptionalism," while adapting to our COVID reality or the #NewNow. While this is a time of trial, COVID is reshaping educational opportunities for UVU students.
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“Essentialism” is now more important than ever; Boyd has a follow-up check-up with Greg McKeown on his challenge to following the “Disciplined Pursuit of Less.” We also touchback on his book and newly launched podcast.
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The Deseret News’ Hinckley Institute has a new poll that shows that McAdams-Owens fourth district congressional race is all tied up. Boyd brings on Hinckley Institute Director Jason Perry to discuss.
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Trump has been speaking on the Coronavirus, stimulus relief packages, and more, using some divisive rhetoric. In this election year as fighting ramps up, the bipartisan bickering is causing a massive slow-down of much-needed legislation.
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Boyd has a powerful lesson from President Abraham Lincoln oft-quoted Gettysburg Adress that often gets glossed over. It’s a forgotten way of honoring those who have passed on, by living for today.
Today the House Judiciary Committee’s year-long antitrust investigation questions Apple’s Tim Cook, Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg, Google’s Sundar Pichai, and Amazon’s Jeff Bezo about their companies’ alleged monopoly powers and unfair trade practices. Author and co-founder of Innosight Mark Johnson joins Boyd to discuss what “The Big Four’s” vision for the future could mean for America.
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Representative John Curtis on his "Deal With the Debt Today Act." As congress works on more COVID relief packages they are making decisions about our country’s financial priorities. This piece of legislation will allow Congress to create a plan to offset spending by making these hard decisions today and avoid more ballooning of our national debt.
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Today the House Judiciary Committee’s year-long antitrust investigation questions Apple’s Tim Cook, Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg, Google’s Sundar Pichai, and Amazon’s Jeff Bezo about their companies’ alleged monopoly powers and unfair trade practices. Author and co-founder of Innosight Mark Johnson joins Boyd to discuss what “The Big Four’s” vision for the future could mean for America.
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Rep. John Lewis led life as a bridge-builder, connecting people of different backgrounds and beliefs as a man of humility, faith, and redemption. Like Lincoln and Martin Luther King Jr. before him, he is honored in our capital as a binding link of generations who declared, “all men are created equal!”
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Senator Mitt Romney announced his bipartisan proposal for the next relief package that is designed to protect endangered federal trust funds and rein in national debt. This future-thinking TRUST Act introduces the next phase of America’s economic COVID response.
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Jeanetta Williams, president of the NAACP Salt Lake branch, joins Boyd to honor the legacy of Rep. John Lewis and discuss how the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) creates positive progress in a painful time for many.
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Attorney General William Barr is testifying before Congress today as the House Judiciary Committee probes the government's response to recent racial justice protests and handling of Robert Mueller's Russia investigation. And we enter the final countdown of our Moonshot quest to quell the pandemic.
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For the tough on history, the cancel culture crowd, Boyd has a different challenge that will require real courage — not the “hold my pen, I am going after the founding fathers” variety. Real courage demands authentic vulnerability and humility. The challenge is to write the future.
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Dr. Ruth V. Watkins, the 16th president of the University of Utah shares The 4 key lessons COVID-19 has taught the University of Utah, and how we can apply these lessons into our daily lives.
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Deseret News' Trending and Entertainment desk editor Herb Scribner joins Boyd for an update on how COVID is impacting the sports world with cancelations in Major League Baseball and more. Boyd dips out to honor the arrival of politician and civil-rights leader Rep. John Lewis in our nation's capital.
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Boyd is back from vacation recharged and ready to separate the rage from the reason with today’s news roundup. The world mourns the loss of civil servant and civil rights activist Rep. John Lewis, Boyd honors Lewis's legacy of standing up both physically and spiritually amid trials. And with 99 days until the election, the presidential campaigns are swapping the script when it comes to negative or positive campaigns. What does this mean for America as we enter the homestretch of the 2020 elections?
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For Pioneer Day, Boyd Matheson hosts a special three-hour celebration of the pioneering spirit of Utah. He explores Utah's historical roots from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint pioneers first settling the valley in 1847 to today's indomitable refugee populations. From the Beehive's State's unique spirit of industry and humanity, to celebrating the beautiful state amid the trials of 2020, there is something for every Utahan.
Featuring Salt Lake City Weekly’s John Saltas, Spike150’s Max Chang,Utah Refugee Connection’s Amy Dott Harmer, The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square’s Scott Barrick, Days of ‘47’s Greg James, This is the Place Heritage park’s Ellis Ivory, KSL Newsradio’s own Doug Wright, and from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, historian Rick Turley, General President of the Primary Sister Joy D. Jones, Elder Ulisses Soares, and Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles President M. Russell Ballard.
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Guest hosts Mia Love and Amy Donaldson have a discussion about the Salt Lake School District board meeting from last night...will kids be going back after Labor Day? You'll also hear from Karina Brown, Lt. Governor candidate on the Dem. ticket with Chris Peterson.
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Guest hosts Mia Love and Scott Howell spoke with Donna Miller's lawyer, Jason Groth, about why they've filed a lawsuit against Murray City and the officer who arrested Donna Miller for a suspected DUI. Yesterday, they spoke with Donna Miller and the attorney representing Murray City.
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Donna Miller, a Black woman living in Utah, claims a Murray police officer racially profiled her during a traffic stop. She's now suing the city after she was detained and charged with a DUI. Miller shares her story and why she's suing. Heather White, attorney representing Murray City in the lawsuit involving Donna Miller, explains why the city is moving forward with the civil suit. And Jason Groth, the lawyer representing Donna responds to Murray City's claims and breaks down the legal reasoning as to why Donna is suing.
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Scott Howell and Mia Love step in today while Boyd is on vacation. Bringing their diverse backgrounds to the show, Scott and Mia tackle a tough lawsuit out of Murray City, and touch on the passing of legendary Congressman John Lewis.
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In many ways, life is forcing us to learn new lessons as we face the COVID pandemic. One of those silver lining lessons is the need of mindfulness and the confidence that comes from practicing it. Not just being present and aware of our current situation, but being aware of where we came from. Boyd is joined by Mia Love who has her own opinion on some lessons she has learned at this time.
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Mia love joins Boyd in the co-host chair as she prepared to guest host next week while Boyd takes a break. They discuss points from politics to the lessons they are learning in life.
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The Tabernacle Choir’s Mack Wilberg and Scott Barrick join Inside Sources to give us a look at the choir's special this weekend "Music for a Summer Evening: Celebrating 90 Years of Broadcasting." They also give us a peek behind-the-curtains of the world-renowned choir and into the international success of their latest album.
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It is four decades after JImmy Carter’s iconic speech, and our nation is still struggling with “A Crisis of Confidence.” What steps can we take in our homes today to build back up our faith in democracy and America?
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KSL Newsradio’s Debbie Dujanovic joins Boyd to discuss a social phenomenon she has noticed lately, leading her to ask the question;” Am I a happiness bully?” Debbie explains how this mindset has allowed her to see the silver linings in life, even within the coronavirus pandemic.
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This Day in History: Twitter launches a whole new form of mass communication, shifting the dynamic of how people consume the latest news. This media juggernaut has emerged to shape culture (and cancel culture), educate the masses, and help humanity shoot for higher goals like fighting the COVID pandemic.
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Boyd asks us to look past the cloudy present, and be patriots who “Can you see beyond the years. People who can do the hard things necessary to shoot for the moon when it comes to quelling this pandemic.
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Kyle Fox, founder of Follow the Flag joins Boyd to discuss how the organization is inspiring others while honoring those who have sacrificed so much to safeguard our freedoms. The Mission of Follow The Flag is to honor, to heal, and to inspire.
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Have you filed your 2019 taxes? Well, the extended tax day is right around the corner and Heather Kelly, host of the Money Making Sense podcast joins Boyd to help us breakdown what you need to know, as well some of the financial and reality of this COVID world.
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Deseret News’ Erica Evans joins Boyd to discuss our most powerful tool for understanding “the other” and breaking down barriers of racism and any kind of “isim;” genuine friendship.
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In 1962 President John F. Kennedy delivered his landmark speech that declared, “We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard.” Today Boyd is calling for another hard “Moonshot” goal, this time it is a quest to quell the pandemic in Utah. For 55-days Boyd asks listeners to social distance, wear masks, get tested and self-isolate carefully, support our local economy responsibly, and more; we can do anything for 55-days. It is time to lift our gaze and go big as a state – moonshot big.
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According to Business Insider, Utah is poised to be one of the best-in-the-west places to live post-pandemic. Several Utah cities made the publications list and Boyd has Miles Hansen, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah to discuss why.
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Sharlene Hawkes, former Miss America and founder of Remember My Service joins Boyd to discuss honoring the veterans of America's Forgotten War. 2020 marks the 70th anniversary of the Korean War, a war that lasted only three years and impacted generations and how we view the world today.
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With an ever-present news cycle are people feeling fried? From COVID’s pandemic progression to politicians’ electoral pandering Boyd slows down the info stream to dissect the rage from the reason, and bring us back to a place of understanding and trust. Also French fries and doughnuts!
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Boyd continues his journey through historical events in regards to the founding of our nation, this time he discusses lessons from Calvin Coolidge's 1926 address commemorating the Declaration of Independence 150th anniversary.
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Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to breakdown a new poll about the approval rate of removing certain statues. He also discusses ‘How lucky we are to be alive right now’: What ‘Hamilton’ teaches about life in 2020. Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Utah's arts and entertainment industry have been severely impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic. Producer KellieAnn Halvorsen joins Boyd to educate listeners on how we can support our local arts and artists. Halvorsen, a vocal arts advocate, saw “Mary Poppins” at Hale Center Theatre last night and discusses the new social-distanced experience.
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It’s a very busy news day, which must remind us to live in the “New Now.”
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A reminder to keep the New Now mindset. With examples from the Dalai Lama and Michael Jordan in ESPN’s The Last Dance.
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Lieutenant Governor Spencer Cox wins Republican primary election for governor in Utah in a tight race between him and former Governor Jon Huntsman Junior. Deseret News’ Jay Evenson joins Boyd to break down the primary election results, and what it means for our future in light of these rocky times.
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Octavia Spencer helps NASA unveil new Mars rover, Perseverance on TODAY. Octavia is familiar with NASA as she was nominated for an Oscar for her roll in “Hidden Figure” which told the story of female African-American mathematicians who played a vital role in the Apollo program. These women are not as ‘hidden’ anymore as they are now being acknowledged and memorialized in a positive step toward monumental change.
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We are in a complex and messy place in history, but we have been there before and survived. As the massively popular musical Hamilton states, “Look around, look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now.” Utah is in a unique place to lead the world in pandemic recovery and hopeful healing.
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Counselor Jenny Howe joins Boyd to discuss healthy ways to cope with pandemic stress using the CDC’s guidelines. Howe gives us tools and tips for setting mental health expectations amid the COVID pandemic. They discuss what we can we do to; “See something that inspires. Say something that uplifts. Do something that makes a difference.”
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We have crossed the half-year mark of the historical year 2020; from pandemics to protests and a generous dollop of politics, this has been a challenging year for America. How can we come together and create beacons for hope amid this historical upheaval?
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20 years ago George W. Bush stood at the NAACP convention acknowledging America’s faults and asked us to transcend this history, today a cry is uprising to obliterate monuments that reference this past. As Cardinal Dolan said, chipping away at memory is perilous. We must transcend not chip away history, and not let politics or elections cloud our vision of a better America.
56 years ago today President Johnson signed the historic Civil Rights Act of 1964, the landmark law against discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Bringing the Founding Fathers vision that "all men are created equal" into greater practice. The legislation was initially proposed by President John F. Kennedy but was not signed until after his assassination. It was only a few years later when his brother Robert Kennedy addressed a heartbroken crowd on the continuing struggle for racial equality as he informed them of the assassination of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Junior. Months later, Bobby was assassinated as well. We cannot forget the long-standing struggle for civil rights, human equality, or the historical sacrifices that became the martyrs of this cause.
Boyd’s hope for America’s future is grounded in the idea that when we look to people instead of politicians, community instead of Congress, and culture instead of government control – our future looks very, very bright if we remember and transcend our history. So, while politics has failed: America will not!
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Much has been made of late regarding monuments and statues and their place in our public spaces. Removing these monuments of history, and flawed human beings, can lead us down the slippery slope of not learning important lessons from our complicated past.
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Author, Lawyer, and church leader Tad Callister joins Boyd to talk about his new opinion piece on Deseret News, "The Founding Fathers — heroes or villains?” They discuss the dangerous path of judging our past leaders on today’s standards, particularly when they fought for the freedom of speech and rights that allow for such judgment.
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American Journalist and author Steve Hayes joins Boyd to talk about his new online opinion and news publication,The Dispatch.
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Today marks the first day of the second half of 2020, a year consumed with the Coronavirus pandemic and governmental elections. Boyd gives a recap of the latest results from last night’s Utah Primary Election, and an update on the state’s pandemic response.
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This Fourth of July, even amid the trials and tribulations currently facing our nation, we must lean into the divine discontent of the conflict between the aspirations written into the Declaration of Independence and the reality of our shortcomings. We have the hope of creating a better American dream by building bridges of understanding and opportunity.
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Joseph Grenny, author, and chairman of The Other Side Academy joins Boyd to discuss applying lessons he has learned from felon reform to police reform. Primarily that permissive cultures value power over truth and that the only way to improve the integrity of such an organization is to encourage “200% accountability;” accountability for yourself and for others. Granny takes a deep dive into the steps and social science of such a necessary change.
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Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is holding his first press conference today after going 89 days without. In the presser, the presumptive Democratic nominee is highly critical of the Trump administration pandemic and economic response as he continues to campaign for the public vote. Boyd dips into the conference and asks, what does it mean for the upcoming election?
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Utah primary election ballots are due and Republican candidates are making their final pushes to make it on November’s Fourth District Congressional ballot. Boyd has been able to talk to each of the republican candidates (Trent Christensen, Kim Coleman, Jay McFarland, and Burgess Owens) over the course of their campaigns. Now he compiles the final campaign push from each.
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If ever there were a time when political courage should be the determining factor in deciding who to vote for, 2020 is that time.
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Deseret News reporter Jennifer Graham joins Boyd to talk about her article, “Can Americans live up to the promise of America?” With all the turmoil, grief, and conflict rolling across our nation, can we still reach for our ideal of “‘moral promise’? Theologians and thought leaders say, yes!
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Utah primary election ballots are due tomorrow and Republican candidates are making their final pushes to make it on November’s governor’s ballot. Boyd has been able to talk to each of the republican candidates (Spencer Cox,Jon Huntsman Jr., Greg Hughes, and Thomas Wright) over the course of their campaigns, and has compiled leadership insight from each.
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Boyd breaks down the news from this weekend: The Supreme Court striking down a Louisiana abortion law is being praised by some and mourned by others. This weekend, Mississippi lawmakers voted to surrender the Confederate battle emblem from the state flag as it has become a design associated with racism.
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In a KSL Newsradio special “Race Relations in Utah” Boyd Matheson talks with leaders across America on how we can improve the critical conversation that is race relations:
Former congresswoman Mia Love joins Boyd with her perspective of the importance of improving relations in Utah. As the first Republican Black female to serve in The United States Congress she has unique leadership experience we all can learn from.
A re-airing of a past interview with Elder Gerard from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Rev. Theresa Dear of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People on the unique relationship and the Op-ed piece: Locking arms for racial harmony in America.
Utah's business community is committing themselves to ensure they actively listen to, learn about, and willingly advocate for our communities of color. Boyd is joined by James Jackson III founder of the Utah Black Chamber and Derek Miller president of the Salt Lake Chamber to discuss what steps businesses can take to help eliminate racialism.
And Boyd closes with Martin Luther King Jr.’s Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech, which has a message we all need to hear and learn from today.
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Fourth District congressional candidate, Kim Coleman joins Boyd for a campaign update. Coleman is a Utah State Representative, has been named a champion of economic prosperity, and is running on a platform of, “Our home. Our values. Our America."
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The phrase of the day is “political shenanigans.” Politician's plays-for-power are preventing progress in the country in regards to police reform and more. In the midst of a pandemic and an election year, is pandering really helping America?
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There are a plethora of problems when it comes to the current climate of cancel culture. It’s healthy to expose thorny character’s in history, but to eliminate them wholesale is a slippery slope. Deseret News’ Christian Sagers joins Boyd to discuss the situation.
We apologize for the audio quality as there were technical difficulties with the call.
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The issue of leadership is in the front of Boyd’s mind today as we deal with challenges going on and uncertainty across the country. When people are uncertain they get off task. We need to have a ‘certain trumpet,’ like the ones in ancient battles that communicated essential information to the soldiers.
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A recent Gallup poll shows that American’s across all parties got mad in June and are now letting those negative emotions go. While we should allow ourselves to feel these negative emotions, American’s are not an angry people. We always move on and must turn this anger into accountability. But there is something to say about the hope that comes after the acknowledgment of anger. Let’s follow the advice of researcher Brene Brown who asks for an acknowledgment of negative emotions before moving forward.
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Congressman Chris Stewart joins Boyd to discuss his recent opinion piece for the Deseret News, “Amid protests and reform, we truly need ‘liberty and justice for all.” What solutions can we find by coming together, instead of tearing each other apart?
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Fourth District congressional candidate, "Jaymac" Mcfarland joins Boyd for a campaign update. JayMac is a former KSL Newsradio host. We drill down into how his unique experience as an observer can guide him to be a leader of action.
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What is causing a surge in COVID-19 cases? Fatigue? Indifference? Loosened restrictions? No matter the cause state epidemiologist Dr. Angela Dunn and Utah’s hospital systems are pleading people to #MaskUpUtah or we might need to revert to an orange risk phase or legislative laws. This is amid concerns over state and federal response to the pandemic as Utah’s COVID-19 Task seems to have been sidelined and a House committee hearing is being convinced to look at the Trump administration’s response.
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This summer will be like no other; whhile sunny-days usually mean baseball and backyard BBQs, this summer stretches out into the unknown reality of COVID-19. Recent stats show that the coronavirus is on the rise and that people are losing their focus on the preventative measures needed to slow the spread. Loss of focus, even just briefly, can be the difference between success and failure in a host of situations, and especially in the midst of a pandemic. We need to “keep our eye on the ball” in a different, and more important way, than ever before.
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Gayle Manchin, Vice-Chair of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom recently joined Boyd on his Therefore, What? podcast to discuss how religious freedom is tied to human rights. Last week at The Religious Freedom Annual Review BYU Law event, speaker Dr. Alaa Murabit of the UN reminded us that we must be asking hard questions about power, rights, and religious freedom. Boyd elaborates on these thoughts.
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There is something that you need to think about before you cast your vote, not just for yourself, but for others. You know what the candidates are against, but what about what the candidates are for? Let’s shake up the system and ask ourselves how will the candidates show political courage?
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What a weekend for news! Trump held a rally amid a pandemic that showcased the vulnerabilities of our election process amid a pandemic, COVID is on the rise, and the Trump administration is trying to block former national security adviser John Bolton from publishing a new tell-all book critical of President Trump. Boyd breaks down the issues and points out how our policy matters when protecting our country's principles, processes, and people.
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Society is reeling from the retreat of men from the home, neighborhood, and society. Society must begin to re-enthrone the vital role of fathers. The future of the world depends on it. Boyd encourages us all to thank our fathers and father figures for Father's Day.
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The Religious Freedom Annual Review BYU Law event is going on now and Boyd explores the thoughts presented. The theme for this year is, "Religion and Religious Freedom in the COVID-19 Era: Finding Community and Hope." Yesterday's speaker's included Dr. Alaa Murabit of the UN, and Elder David A. Bednar, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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Fourth District congressional candidate, Burgess Owens, joins Boyd for an update on his campaign. Owens is a black American and a former University of Miami and NFL star turned entrepreneur, who believed his unique voice and values can help lead the people he would serve to a greater level of success.
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Today the Supreme Court has overturned the Trump administration's 2017 executive order to cancel the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. In a 5-to-4 opinion, Chief Justice John Roberts joined the liberals in declaring the Trump administration was "arbitrary and capricious" in the cancellation. Boyd point’s out the problems with these types of executive orders.
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On June 17, 1885, the Statue of Liberty arrived in New York Harbor. Lady Liberty has grown to be an icon for America's hope, enlightenment, and unity. The sonnet on her pedestal reads, "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!" It is a call we embrace still today.
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Fourth District congressional candidate, Trent Christensen, joins Boyd for a campaign update. He is known in the community as he serves as the President and CEO of VentureCapital.org. Boyd asks how would he apply his entrepreneurial experience to better the people he would serve?
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Greg McKeown, the author of "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less," joined Boyd on his Therefore, What? podcast discussing the disciplined pursuit of less. McKeown’s advice can help people who feel overwhelmed learn what to focus on, which you can hear on his new “Essentialism” podcast.
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In an annual bipartisan tradition, senators read Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Letter from Birmingham Jail on the Senate Floor. The historical letter from 1963 states that "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." And in 2020 a reformation of justice is being demanded by Republican and Democratic leaders alike.
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Leaders should be challengers not pleasers. We should only elect leaders who are willing to challenge members of both parties, who live up to the ideals they profess and try to unite the nation with common solutions.
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Boyd is joined by Scott Rasmussen to discuss his most recent poll on Trump’s approval ratings and how even amid turmoil there is always a reason for hope. Scott Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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Charitable giving has been going down for the average American over the past several years and the impact the COVID crisis is making it even harder for charities and the people they help to make ends meet. Senator Mike Lee is working on bipartisan legislation to increase charitable giving deductions and encourage more people to give more freely. He joins Boyd to discuss the legislation as well as the many benefits of a more charitable society.
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Leadership is a quality we sorely need in this country. Leadership like Abraham Lincoln who was brave enough to stand up for his principles and call out the hypocrisy of a nation that declared "all men are created equal" while enslaving a significant portion of them. Lincoln who 162 years ago today had the audacity to claim "A house divided against itself cannot stand," amid an election year. Now generations later and in another election year, we are in need of similar brave, bold, and brilliant leadership to guide us through civil injustice, a medical pandemic, and an angrily divided nation.
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Extremes are easy, while moderation is hard. As we fight quarantine exhaustion and the extremes of our former normal and the stay-at-home directives, we are now struggling to find the moderate middle ground. Restraint is difficult, but Boyd implores everyone to exercise the discipline of moderation by continuing to practice social distancing, wear masks in public, and be wise about gathering in groups. We must exercise moderation to carry the health and prosperity of the state forward.
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Rabbi Yehuda Gurwitz, CEO of Charidy.com, joined Boyd on his Therefore, What? podcast to discuss cultivating generosity, even amid this pandemic. Charidy uses extensive research and psychology to help non-profit organizations crowdfund more donations and engagement, enabling them to do more good. Gurwitz's passion is to mobilize people to put their money where their heart is.
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Deseret News editor Doug Wilks helps us celebrate the 170th birthday of the newspaper and its commitment to being a source of light and truth. Wilks dives into the roots of the paper and the multi-platform enterprise it has become today.
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The world still turns amid a pandemic and the news keeps marching on; Boyd gives us a glimpse of the news you might have missed from Russia sentencing an American to 16 years on spying charges that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo calls “a mockery of justice," to The Supreme Court ruling in favor of LGBTQ+ worker rights, and that after 100 days of COVID-19 first Salt Lake case the virus is impacting our political process.
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Presented by KSL Newsradio and World Trade Center Utah, hosted by Deseret News opinion editor Boyd Matheson and Miles Hansen, CEO of World Trade Center Utah. An in-depth discussion with Utah’s 2020 GOP gubernatorial candidates about Utah’s role in the global economy. Spencer Cox, Jon Huntsman, Greg Hughes, and Thomas Wright share their vision for how they would lead Utah’s international engagement in our COVID world and the specific policies they would pursue as Governor to work towards that vision.
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Miles Hasen, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, joins Boyd to talk about their upcoming GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Forum tomorrow, June 11, 2020, airing on KSL Newsradio and streaming on multiple platforms.
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The Democratic candidate for Utah Governor Chris Peterson joins Boyd to discuss his campaign and platform. As a law professor and consumer protection advocate, Peterson is a believer in education, affordable healthcare, and standing up for Utah's workers. His running mate is Karina Brown, a health care and education advocate with experiences in public affairs.
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If you want to bridge a divide you cannot continue to drive the wedge of division deeper. Wedge issues have always been apart of American politics, but over the past decade, they have divided our country to an unacceptable extreme.
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In 1976 Ronald Reagan was asked to write a letter that would be part of a hundred-year time capsule. The exercise proved to be a beneficial mental exercise for the soon-to-be president who beautifully contemplated the shape of the world for a century to come. As we face civil unrest, pandemics, and another election year, we also are confronting our collective prospects and must ask ourselves; what would our letter to the future contain?
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Reverend Doctor Amos Brown joins Boyd to discuss the need to root out racism and to partner for racial harmony. The reverend was taught by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. himself and has been an active voice in the civil rights movement for decades. And importantly for today, the reverend has a new word for us to learn and apply.
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Counselor Jenny Howe joins Boyd to discuss the importance of, and how to, talk to your kids about racism. Having this crucial conversation may be intimidating but needs to happen at an early age to dissuade biases; from books to websites there are many ways to broach the subject.
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George Floyd’s body will be laid to rest today after a private funeral. The black man's death at the hands of a white police officer has stirred up a movement that is changing the face of law enforcement, hopefully for the better. The cry of Black Lives Matter is reverberating around the world as humanity calls out for police reform and racial equality. Boyd breaks down the conversation about the path ahead.
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You cannot bridge the divide by driving the wedge of division deeper. An example of this is showcased in a joint op-ed piece, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the NAACP plead for arm-in-arm unity and understanding.
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What advice does an original shark from “Shark Tank’ have for budding entrepreneurs? Get a mentor. Recently successful businessman and author Kevin Harrington joined Boyd on his “Therefore, What?” podcast to discuss his new book on how mentorship can be the catalyst for success.
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Politics are moving at a breakneck speed in response to our nation’s volatile state of division amid an election year. From the Democrats Justice in Policing Act of 2020 revealed today, to our state's gubernatorial race, there is plenty to cover in politics and primaries.
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The power of friendship and collaboration is needed now more than ever in our divided and volatile world. In a joint op-ed piece, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the NAACP pled for arm-in-arm unity and understanding that would help heal the angry divide in our nation. Boyd is joined by Elder Gerard from The Church and Rev. Theresa Dear from the NAACP to discuss.
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America is really good at moments, but less good at movements. Fostering sustainable movements take more than reacting at the moment. In order to have a movement take hold, we have to set aside politics and profiteers to find real leadership willing to have a civil debate.
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Author and businessman Joel Peterson joins Boyd to discuss the need to place facts over fear as we face the COVID pandemic and national unrest.
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Dave Noriega was in the building!... For the first time in months. Boyd chats with him about what it is like to host radio while working from home.
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Today marks the anniversary of two significant historical movements which led to civil rights progress; the pro-democratic protests which led to the Tiananmen Square Massacre, and the passing of the 19th Amendment which gave women the right to vote in the United States. Both are movements that started with the individual and ended up changing the world, similar to change we hope protests today might bring. Boyd brings up the immortal words of Mahatma Gandhi, “First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win.”
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We have to set aside anger and frustration in order to create new and lasting change. Anyone can incite anger, fear, and frustration. It takes someone brave to be patient, humble, and wise enough to be insightful on how to move forward.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look inside the insight of the newsroom. How will we move forward as a state with the COVID pandemic, protests, and racial tension? These are the issues the newsroom takes very seriously.
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Social entrepreneur and activist Rev. Theresa Dear has no problem taking on the tough conversations others shy away from. She joins Boyd to discuss the hard issue of racism against black Americans and how we can support members of other races.
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Miles Hansen, president and CEO of World Trade Center Utah, joins Boyd to talk about their upcoming GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Forum on June 11, 2020, airing on KSL Newsradio. The candidates will share their vision for how they would lead Utah’s international engagement in our COVID world and the specific policies they would pursue as Governor to work towards that vision.
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Boyd breaks down the details from the Utah Debate Commission's gubernatorial debate. Are the issues for the candidates the same issues for Utahns? Do we even have enough options to choose a strong leader to serve Utah in this time of need?
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In America, oneness is not sameness and the ties that bind us in unity are strengthened by our diversity. Boyd shares about his conversation with Reverand Doctor Amos Brown on the power of diversity, and how "The more we get together the happier we'll be."
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Joseph Grenny gives us some guidance for starting a crucial conversation about race.
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With last night’s Republican gubernatorial debate behind us, a new poll is giving us insight into what the public is thinking of the candidates. Boyd is joined by Scott Rasmussen to dissect the recent poll and what it means for Utah’s future. Scott Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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It's the press’s job to report on the history they witness, despite this reality, many journalists have been attached physically in recent weeks. Members of the media have been targeted by protestors and police alike. National Association of Broadcasters President and CEO Gordon Smith joins Boyd to discuss the phenomenon.
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There are no words for the hatred and frustration many feel right now, from job losses, to the pandemic, to riotous protests. When words fail, it is time to ask what can we do? We can call out hate. We can volunteer in our communities. We can find ways to move from words to action.
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The Other Side Academy's Dave Durocher joins to talk about their unique mission, and why they decided to be apart of the riot clean up. Together they ask, are you a part of the problem or a part of the solution?
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Doug Wilks gives us a look Inside the Newsroom, providing insight into how journalists cover events like this weekend protests and riots. He also reminds people that though the pandemic and protests remain, don’t forget Utah’s primary election with state debates starting today.
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It has been a difficult and emotional weekend with protests and a pandemic raging. While emotions are high we want to take a minute and remind everyone to slow down and empathize with the struggle of the other.
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Boyd Matheson joins Tim Hughes and Amanda Dickson to discuss the need to open up to hard conversations surrounding hate and conflict. Beyond that, it is time to move from words to lasting action.
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KSL Newsradio is Honoring the Class of 2020 with speeches from high school graduates around our state. Today’s speech is from Gabrielle Petersen Ben Lomond High School in the Ogden School District, whos visual impairment is not stopping her from celebrating her educational achievements and inspiring others. Boyd agrees with the lesson here, that vision has less to do with sight as it does with our goals and ambitions to drive our life. Overtime these visions change. Sometimes, like what is happening with the current COVID pandemic, events force us to change our vision. The importance is creating a vision and looking up to the positive.
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The increasing chasm between the rhetoric of political speech and the reality of what we get seems to be getting wider and wider. It has been said that integrity is what you do with your gum when no one is looking. Boyd dives a bit deeper into the metaphor.
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Becky Bruce, host of KSL’s new Hope in Darkness podcast joins Boyd for a look at the new 12-part series. The podcast delves into the harrowing journey of Josh and Thamy Holt, who spent two years inside a notorious Venezuelan prison. This is a story about human rights, social justice, but also a love story. In the series, Josh Holt himself shares his own story of devotion, determination, and finding hope in the darkest times.
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History is unfolding today as NASA and SpaceX launch astronauts into space, marking the first time since 2011 a mission is launched from U.S. soil, and the first time a commercial aerospace company carries humans into orbit. Boyd recently sat down with NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine on his Therefore, What? podcast to discuss the space program and the kind of optimism missions like this can spark.
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It has been said that integrity is where you put gum when no one is looking.In Washington’s inaugural address he hoped "that the foundations of our national policy will be laid in the pure and immutable principles of private morality.” The kind of public and private morality that Washington called for in our nation’s leaders did not require them to be perfect. But it did necessitate integrity and congruency regardless of the situation. Today Boyd asks, have our leader’s shown the maturity and integrity to ‘put away their gum’ the correct way?
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Deseret News entertainment and trending editor Herb Scribner joins the show to break down the emerging trends from around the Twitterverse. People are turning to social media more than ever to socialize amid this pandemic, producing a wide array of topics and cultural moments. Scribner also gives a quick look at his new sci-fi fantasy book released for free on Amazon today, “Sundown: The Pen Saga Book 4.”
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Boyd is joined by Scott Rasmussen to discuss the reality that politicians aren’t in control; they are controlled by events. How has the global COVID-19 pandemic shifted how Americans feel about their politicians and politics in general? Scott Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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We are coming off a long Memorial Day weekend, and facing a longer summer of pandemic panic and political pushes. Boyd takes a look at this weekend’s news and the state of our political discourse; particularly the speech vs twitter rhetoric. Boyd asks if the political discourse is causing people to disengage from the political process.
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Boyd Matheson presents a Memorial Day Special that blends new insights and old wisdom. This episode features new and old recordings from his Inside Sources radio show, Deseret News opinion pieces, and Therefore, What? podcast.
Memorial Day is a special day to remember those who have gone before us. Remembering what has been will help us be “highly-resolved” to take action toward a better future. Newt Gingrich joined Boyd on his Therefore, What? podcast giving his unique perspective on leadership lessons amid the COVID pandemic from Rome. Guest Doug Wilks responds to Gingrich's media criticism and gives us an in-depth insight into asking the right questions with this peek inside the newsroom. Boyd discusses the scientific importance of touch with News reporter Lois Collins and how we can cope with touch starvation amid the COVID pandemic. Boyd closes with a lesson on overcoming weariness by transmitting compassion.
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We are coming up to Memorial Day weekend, a weekend that marks more than the first day of summer. It is a day to remember those who have gone before us, a day to celebrate heroes, and a day to appreciate our families, home, and nation.
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Jennie Taylor discusses honoring our heroes and her work with The Major Brent Taylor Foundation. This Memorial Day remember to celebrate the members of our armed forces who serve and have served, along with their families.
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The Tabernacle Choir has a new album releasing tomorrow, “When You Believe: A Night at the Movies.” Boyd is joined by choir music director Mack Wilberg and general manager Scott Barrick to talk about the album which includes five inspirational music selections drawn from award-winning movies that audiences love like “I’ll Fly Away” from O Brother, Where Art Thou?, “When You Believe” from The Prince of Egypt, and more.
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Boyd continues 'Honoring the class of 2020' with a vlogger from Farmington High School, Nick Shirley. Nick started vlogging as a sophomore covering topics from marathons, pranks, pop culture conventions, and his teenage life. He has used this platform to help others by hosting events, raising money for teachers, and clothing drives. He has done this while keeping a high GPA and participating in school athletics like football and track. He even found the time to take his mother to a virtual prom.
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There are many lessons we can take from NASA’s push to the moon, today we focus on one concept learned as engineers developed the rockets that got us into space. When scientists tackled the problem of the massive amount of energy needed to get into orbit, they discovered the need to break the launch process into a multistage rocket system. Boyd explains how we can apply this lesson to our reaction to and recovery from the COVID pandemic.
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There is now a new edition of Stephen Covey’s “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” with personal insights from his son, Sean Covey. Sean joins Boyd to provide some insight into the now-classic and still-relevant book, including what he thinks his father would focus on during this time of global crisis.
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Boyd’s son Will joins to discuss the lessons he learned while watching ESPN’s ‘The Last Dance.’ The nature of athletic competition can teach us applicable lessons to everyday life, as illustrated by a graduating senior, and BYU basketball coach Mark Pope.
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The rhetoric of rage is everywhere these days, but this division is hindering not helping us as a nation. Today Boyd would like to slow down and explain the meaning behind his talkradio goal to 'divide the rage from the reason.' Even in the midst of a global pandemic, It is time to create a lasting change in how we converse as a nation; tone down the rage, stop the mudslinging, and work together.
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Let’s celebrate the numbers around Project Protect and the impact it has made. Project Protect is geared at providing frontline health workers with medical-grade masks. Today marks the last day to pick up sewing kits for the effort to make 5 million masks. Volunteers have put cumulative hours of sewing that is the equivalent of 375 years of full-time work. Sarah Weaver from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joins Boyd for an update on the effort and a peek at an upcoming ‘encore’ project.
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May is Mental Health Month and awareness of mental health realities is needed more than ever amid the COVID pandemic. Today Tava Health announced an expansion of their mental telehealth services due to a $3 million seed round led by Peterson Ventures. This expansion will make remote mental health resources more accessible for Americans nationwide. Tava Health CEO Dallen Allred joins Boyd to talk about the expansion as well as the importance of providing a safe environment for workers to discuss mental health issues.
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May is Huntington's Disease Awareness Month and the Utah chapter president for the Huntington’s Disease Society of America, Morgan Pratt, joins Boyd to discuss the terminal disease and how listeners can help through donations. Morgan Pratt is diagnosed with Huntington's disease, and while fighting for her life she is also fighting for the cause as she spreads awareness and hope.
While many of the organization's events are currently postponed, you can still donate at utah.hdsa.org to support the cause.
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Today The Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs met virtually in a congressional hearing reporting on the CARES Act, which provides fast and direct economic assistance for American families affected by the COVID pandemic. Because a massive government doesn’t come without consequences, it is more important than ever that these agencies are transparent in their operations and costs.
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Gather around listeners, because Boyd has a story to illustrate the need for kindness, smartness, and knowing we are important no matter how small or different we are. Imagine a world where every child, and every adult, grew up or grew old wanting to be kind. Teaching and living the principles of kindness can change the world. Charlie Mackesy’s children’s book “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse,” touches upon this principle and others in a kid-friendly conversation about universal truths. The book’s message and whimsical illustrations have earned it a spot on bestsellers lists and this morning Oprah Winfrey herself read the book live as part of Chicago Public Library’ ‘Live from The Library’ series. Even amid the storms of this pandemic please remember, kindness to yourself and others is still the answer.
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The economic impact of the COVID pandemic is just starting to be understood. Leaders from around the world are taking measures to ensure their citizens and economy survive by racking up a lot of debt. Congressman John Curtis joins Boyd to discuss the issue and how his “Deal with the Debt Today Act’ is attempting to tackle the issue.
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Boyd continues 'Honoring the class of 2020' with a couple of Riverton High seniors who have won a prize while educating others on a potential threat to democracy. Savannah Cobb and Preston Affleck are third-place winners in C-SPAN’s national 2020 StudentCam competition, for their documentary, "Modern Marketplaces of Ideas: Are they a Threat to Democracy?." They join Boyd to talk about their project and what they learned.
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Even as we social distance and are deprived of touch -- we can still find and transmit compassion. Don’t just see the best in people, see people, see them for all that they are, for all that they can be and for all we can be - together.
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Are you feeling starved of touch amid this pandemic? Next, Desert News reporter Lois Collins joins Boyd to discuss her article on the importance of touch which includes some ways to cope. Science has shown that touch isn't just important for social health, but for an individual's mental and physical health.
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Utah state officials have spent over $108 million in response to the COVID pandemic, suspending usual bidding requirements as they scrambled to make the best choices to prepare and protect the state. While some say these steps were necessary in these hard times, others are being critical of the apparent lack of transparency from our current state leaders. Utah Gubernatorial candidate Greg Hughes who is leading this call joins Boyd to discuss.
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Broadcaster and best-selling author Brian Kilmeade joins Boyd to discuss his book, “Sam Houston and the Alamo Avengers: The Texas Victory That Changed American History,” available now in paperback on Amazon and other booksellers. There are many lessons from the Alamo we can apply to the state of our nation today.
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It is no surprise that during the COVID crisis many people are feeling overwhelmed. Today Boyd illustrates the need for activities that help you overcome this weariness, from walking the dog to serving others.
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Senator Mike Lee joined Boyd to discuss the need for Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reform. The Bipartisan FISA Reform Bill was introduced by Lee and Senator Patrick Leahy to provide protections to American’s civil liberties while continuing protection from foreign powers. Lee explains the issues and why every citizen should care about this bill.
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Fourth District candidate Kim Coleman joins Boyd to discuss her campaign and the need for leadership in these trying times. The COVID pandemic has provided a unique experience and challenge for our politicians. Coleman gives her take on how we can move forward as a state and nation.
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With Senate hearings and re-opening debates, there are so many COVID questions to contemplate today. To re-open or not to reopen? Was and is our nation's response to the COVID pandemic adequate? What about our local and social response? We dissect the rhetoric today in the hopes we can continue to move forward despite a drain of energy.
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Our ability to have meaningful dialogue with each other is being endangered by too much technology, too little listening, and a culture where angry rants rule the day. It seems that our interactions, both online and in-person, have devolved into a series of collective monologues, with no one listening or thoughtfully engaging. The skills that bring about dynamic conversations and elevated interactions – listening and asking questions – are nearly extinct.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, gives us a look inside the newsroom. Wilks replies to criticism on how the media is reporting the COVID pandemic by Newt Gingrich from Boyd’s ‘Therefore, What?’ podcast. Wilks offers insight into how reporters are attempting to ask the right questions and bring the right information to their audiences.
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Boyd is joined by pollster Scott Rasmussen to discuss the contradictory poll results about reopening the economy. Americans' seemingly contradictory results provide an opportunity to better understand the public mood in a more nuanced manner.
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Let’s move away from the doom-and-gloom news and call out the positive; From the second volume fo The Disney Family Singalong to the local news of organization giving masks to those in need, there is plenty to call out.
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As we kick off the series Honoring the Class of 2020, we have some cultivated advice for those who are graduating. From John Krasinski’s Some Good News graduation episode to texts from our audience, and Boyd’s own thoughts.
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Today is the National Day of Prayer and studies are showing that people are turning to prayer now more than ever. Prayer, meditation, self-reflection, whatever you call that time of quiet introspection, it can be a powerful force for good. No matter your philosophy, there are ways to participate.
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Community problem solving and international friendship is triumphing over the coronavirus. Citizens of America and the world are voluntarily coming together to lift their neighbors. A prime example of this is how people in Ireland, inspired by an act of generosity by Native Americans in the 1847 Potato famine, are now donating in droves to the Navajo & Hopi Families COVID-19 Relief Fund GoFundMe campaign.
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Want to win an ad campaign from the wildly viral Harmon Brothers agency?
Harmon Brothers advertising agency CEO Benton Crane joins Boyd to talk about the need for entrepreneurial creativity, even amid the coronavirus crisis. His company is behind some of the internet's most beloved viral advertisements like Squatty Potty, Purple Mattresses, and Poo-Pourri. In order to boost businesses hard-hit by the pandemic, the agency is announcing a contest with the grand prize winner receiving a free Harmon Brothers advertising campaign—a $100,000 value.
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Former Speaker of the United States House of Representatives – Newt Gingrich joined Boyd this morning from Rome to discuss his opinion on leadership amid the COVID pandemic. Gingrich’s perspective overseas coupled with his decades of public service offers a different view of America’s response and needs. The full interview will be posted on Deseret News' ‘Therefore, What?’ podcast this week.
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It is National Teacher Appreciation Week, and the transformative power of our educators is more effident now than ever. Teachers, you have made a difference. Your work shapes the entire course of the world. And we have an example from Dr. Suess to illustrate, “Hooray For Diffendoofer Day!”
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Congressman Rob Bishop joins Boyd to discuss Utah’s electoral system. As a longtime representative of the state in a variety of roles, and a lieutenant gubernatorial candidate, he feels he is uniquely positioned to fix Utah’s broken election system.
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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Sydnee Dickson is joining us to talk about National Teacher Appreciation Day and Week. Utah’s educators have really stepped up to the challenges of the COVID pandemic, moving their physical classes into the digital realm with short notice. What can we do to support educators amid COVID?
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Let’s rally around Project Protect, the effort geared at providing frontline health workers with medical-grade masks. The project needs more volunteers to sign up today for the sewing of these masks. Sarah Weaver from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints joins Boyd for an update on the effort. Can you sew a mask for a good cause?
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Today we break past barriers of differences to unite over a fan-favorite franchise, Star Wars. May the Fourth be with you as we apply lessons from the franchise into our current world. Today we cover everything from The Tabernacle Choir’s release of their recording of “Duel of the Fates,” to following Yoda’s advice on overcoming fear as we talk to counselor Jenny Howe about finding support for Mental Health Month. And we learn to toss the Sith notion of absolutes aside when dealing with uncertainty in a pandemic.
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Now more than ever, we need to make the choice to choose to climb. As we ride out this pandemic, many of us feel lower than we have in ages, but if we can remember that view from higher up is better, it can give us the motivation to lift ourselves up and move forward.
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Boyd is joined by Scott Rasmussen to discuss the shifting opinions of the American public in regards to the ongoing COVID restrictions and quarantines. Scott Rasmussen is an American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News.
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NASA has named its new Mars helicopter 'Ingenuity,'and the significance of the name is a lesson we are learning right now. The helicopter will join the rover Perseverance. They will be part of the Artemis project taking us back to the Moon and then onto Mars, using an all women astronaut team. Boyd discusses the lessons we learn as we continually reach toward the stars.
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As the nation tentatively starts to open up, it's up to our leaders to help us mind the 'Danger Gap' and create a work culture where individuals can 'Be Safe. Feel Safe.' Yesterday author and business strategist Joseph Grenny gave us some tips on how to encourage this safety in the workplace, and it was important enough that we would like to play some of that again. Learn more, view the webinar, and sign up for training at VitalSmarts.com.
Social scientist, author, and business leader Joseph Grenny shares some tips on how to create a 'Be Safe. Feel Safe' work culture. Because nervous employees don't work and nervous customers don't buy! Grenny converses with Boyd on how to influence change in your business. Learn more, view the webinar, and sign up for training at VitalSmarts.com.
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Thomas Jefferson penned the phrase 'the pursuit of happiness' into the Declaration of Independence, but it is essential to remember that the expression is not meant to be a reason for selfishness but a plea for virtue, discipline, and service. These values applauded by our Founding Fathers are needed even more as America handles the COVID pandemic.
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Cotopaxi founder and CEO, Davis Smith, started his outdoor gear company with a humanitarian mission at its core; Do Good. Yesterday Gov. Herbert announced that Davis Smith and Cotapaxi would be ‘doing good’ for the state of Utah as they help manufacture 2 million masks for the ‘A mask for every Utahn’ project, tied to the state’s COVID recovery plan. Today Smith joins Boyd to discuss this partnership and his company's mission.
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Social scientist, author, and business leader Joseph Grenny shares some tips on how to create a 'Be Safe. Feel Safe' work culture. Because nervous employees don’t work and nervous customers don’t buy! Grenny converses with Boyd on how to influence change in your business. Learn more, view the webinar, and sign up for training at VitalSmarts.com.
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Today we have many reasons for cautious celebration. Governor Herbert announced the state will begin easing COVID restrictions on Friday and a plan to provide ‘A Mask for Every Utahn.’ While we still need to be vigilant in following guidelines to protect those most endangered by the virus, let’s remember to celebrate, instead of fear, our progress.
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Winston Churchill once said that the "empires of the future will be empires of the mind." Boyd discusses why this mindset of learning is even more important in our day and age.
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Author and business strategist Mark Johnson joined Boyd to discuss his new book, "Lead from the Future" – on this week’s episode of “Therefore, What?. Why is forward-thinking leadership even more important today?
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Jason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations and the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Provides his insight into the Utah gubernatorial race and the competitive congressional Fourth District race.
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There is a lot of chatter on who Biden will choose as his vice-presidential running mate. His choice could change the direction of leadership in our nation. Boyd takes a look at the potential picks, and offer some insight into the importance of leading for the future not just the now.
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Bigger is not better, the world actually turns on the small and seemingly insignificant acts of ordinary people. From an accumulation of individuals sewing medical masks for health care workers with Project Protect to small business owners taking steps to safely serve their patrons, the ‘insignificant action’ of the individual can change the course of a country. Boyd illustrates this point with a lesson that has stuck with him for many years; the difference between a flea and an elephant.
We cannot underestimate the power of one person doing good! So as Boyd’s sign-off says, “See something that inspires. Say something that uplifts. Do something that makes a difference.”
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Derek Brown, Chairman of the Utah Republican Party joins Boyd to discuss Utah GOP's Virtual Conventionand the chosen candidates. What worked? What didn’t? And how did ranked voting help?
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Congressman John Curtis joins Boyd to discuss the importance of assisting small businesses amid the coronavirus crisis. Curtis spoke at the House small business hearing last week on how "small businesses will save us." Hard-working small business owners and entrepreneurs are the backbone of Utah’s economy, and their ingenuity and creativity will help create a better Beehive State in the years to come.
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Saturday marked a significant milestone for Project Protect, aimed at providing frontline health workers with medical-grade gear; 1 million masks were collected! Boyd discusses the ‘greatness of the small’ associated with this large scale act of kindness and how Intermountain Healthcare, University of Utah Health, Latter-day Saints Charities, and thousands of Utahns have come together to help others in crisis.
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The past is truly a present for our future. Amid the ravages of a global pandemic, is it important to remember we have made it through times like this before. The power of perseverance allows us to not give up “three feet from gold”. Remember, view the world even in its current condition with the opportunistic eyes of a dreamer.
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Fourth District congressional candidate, Trent Christensen, joins Boyd to discuss his campaign. Christensen touts himself as the 'citizen' candidate able to Ben McAdams. He is known in the community as he serves as the President and CEO of VentureCapital.org.
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Chairman, CEO, adjunct professor, and author Joel Peterson joins Boyd to discuss his new book, "Entrepreneurial Leadership: The Art of Launching New Ventures, Inspiring Others, and Running Stuff." After a long, varied, and successful career Peterson has become a sought after mentor and entrepreneurial leader. In his new book, he teaches the essential 'basecamps' on the path to entrepreneurial leadership. Today he applies those skills to help others get through the coronavirus crisis.
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With the world divided and fighting over re-opening, it is time to step back and get some perspective. What greater advice can we take on observing the big picture than the advice from astronaut Scott Kelly to Boyd on his ‘Therefore, What?’ podcast. Instead of focusing on the ‘count down’ let’s focus on ‘counting up.” Counting up the positive, counting up the kindness, counting up the opportunities to grow from our trials.
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It's a big news day for Utah politics with both the Republican and Democratic state conventions moving forward virtually online. Today Boyd talks to candidates from political races across Utah to hear their take on what is important for the Beehive State. Representative Kim Coleman who is running for congress in the fourth district. Aimee Winder Newton running in the gubernatorial race. And Burgess Owens also running in the fourth district.
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Today marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and it is proving to be a significant one. As populations stay home amid the coronavirus pandemic, drive less, and change their pollution habits, our skies are clearing. The virus is refuting the myth that nothing can be done to help the environment. We can make changes to help the earth, and it is not a matter of political party or opinion on capitalism, it is a matter of choices.
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Should we pause immigration for a while? President Trump tweeted that he would like to suspend immigration in light of the coronavirus crisis. A new poll shows that 70% of registered voters agree. American political analyst and a regular contributor to Deseret News, Scott Rasmussen, to discuss.
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It is difficult to keep track of all the breaking news happening in the world today, from the latest updates on the coronavirus crisis to watching our political officials make the hard choices necessary to lead in these times. Today we want to slow down and follow the wisdom of the "greatest humorist the United States has produced," Mark Twain.
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Astronaut Scott Kelly has some life lessons to share about ‘spacial’ distancing and maintaining motivation in isolation. This Friday he will join The Natural History Museum of Utah for a free live Q&A session online. This is part of the museum's Research Quest series inviting students to engage with scientists and the science of the world around them. Kelly joins Boyd to share some of the lessons he learned while soaring 250 miles above the surface of the earth.
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As the world struggles in the grip of the coronavirus pandemic, we have heard a lot about the importance of being safe at home, but long before our current crisis, being 'safe at home' was a phrase more closely tied to baseball. Today Boyd gives us a sports parable on the importance of patience as we 'round-the-bases' in the correct order to return safely back home and into the world.
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How is COVID changing the entertainment industry while bringing people closer together? We might not be going to the movies but technology and social media are allowing us to come together in unique ways. From star-studded signaling, benefit concerts, and ESPN documentaries, to quarantine streaming marathons people are finding ways to connect to each other and the media they love. Deseret News entertainment and trending editor Herb Scribner joins the show to break down the emerging trends.
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COVID is taking a bite out of the dental industry. Weston Lunsford, CEO of Dental Intelligence joins Boyd to discuss how the coronavirus is impacting the industry, including patients, and the steps that his company is taking to assist dentists in this pandemic.
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April 19th marks the anniversary of the start of the American Revolutionary War, a world-changing event that reflected community and cultural change years and even generations in the making. Politics will always be playing catch up to the realities and mindset of the people they represent. What lessons can we learn and apply to the current sweeping popular opinion changes that are happening right now amid the COVID pandemic? How does it relate to our current news cycle?
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Are liberty and civil society at risk in the pursuit of the cure? If the cure for COVID19 is the loss of liberty and civil society, our success will be a failure. A government-centric country is not the America we need. Boyd gives us his own parable to illustrate his point.
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What do Americans want opened first?A new poll shows that top priority is letting people gather in homes, followed closely by churches and schools. What does this say about our priorities not just in a crisis, but in life? American political analyst and a regular contributor to Deseret News, Scott Rasmussen, to discuss.
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Spencer Cox is juggling the duties of being Utah’s Lieutenant Governor in the middle of a pandemic, while running in Utah gubernatorial race. He joins the show to talk about the leadership lessons he has learned in the process.
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Responding to the COVID crisis can be as simple as applying the principles we learned in kindergarten: show kindness, wash your hands, and share with others. Even Big Bird is applauding these virtues. It would do well for Utah leaders to remember this and set up partnerships not a shutdown in the special legislative session today. Truly kindness and partnerships are what is needed, not anger and division.
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April 14th and 15th are the anniversaries of some pretty significant events in history, many of which can teach us how to handle challenging times today. What can we learn from the frantic fight to save the astronauts in the Apollo 13 disaster? What can we learn about Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier in baseball?
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Sen. Mike Lee joins Boyd along with Jon Huntsman Jr to discuss Lee’s endorsement of Huntsman in the crowded Utah gubernatorial race. We ask what leadership skills can Huntsman bring to the table?
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Over the past week, Biden has had some big political names endorsing him for the Democratic presidential ticket. From Obama endorsing him in a long video message on Tuesday to former rival Warren tweeting today, he is gaining support from Democratic leaders. How will this shape the landscape of the 2020 presidential election?
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‘Leadership In Turbulent Times: from Lincoln to Now. Featuring a ‘Therefore, What?’ podcast excerpt from Boyd conversation with Doris Kearns Goodwin in November 2019, ‘A History Lesson for the Future: Conversation with a presidential historian.’
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Utah gubernatorial race candidate Thomas Wright breaks-down what he sees as the issues of today. We learn what he thinks is important for the Beehive State amid the chaos of the coronavirus crisis, and dive into his campaign platform.
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‘JayMac’ Macfarland made it onto the GOP primary ballot with over 13,000 signatures of support. JayMac is a former KSL Newsradio host and currently a 4th district congressional candidate. He breaks down the issues and actions he sees are important for leadership as well as for Utah.
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Utah gubernatorial race candidate Greg Hughes makes an announcement today. We deep-dive into that announcement and what Hughes sees as important for the state of Utah including our rural residents.
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The road to happiness and prosperity doesn’t need to be as difficult as we try to make it. In the late 1800s, an unknown author penned a set of principles titled “The Road to Happiness.” The years have flown, the centuries have turned, times have changed, and technology has transformed the world – yet the road to real happiness remains unchanged.
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American political journalist Matt Continetti is worried about the repercussions the COVID-19 pandemic will have on our civil liberty. He joins Boyd to discuss ‘Coronavirus and the Common Good.'
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We are just coming off of a holiday weekend like no other. A Holy Week where despite faith being quarantined, humanity is coming together in different ways to uplift, enrich, and encourage each other. This includes messages of hope and guidance from world, religious, and cultural leaders: such as Andrea Bocelli's stunning 'Music for Hope’ streaming performance, the Queen’s Easter Message, and the Pope asking for a united world to face this pandemic.
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The novel coronavirus crisis is disrupting lives, but it is also giving people the opportunity to evaluate their lives. This allows us to discover the “essence” of things, much life Jeff Caplan connects the essence of an issue in an on his My Minute of News each weekday. Boyd explains.
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Reverend Doctor Oscar T. Moses of Salt Lake’s Calvary Baptist Church joins Boyd to talk about what people are in need of in this time more than anything else, hope. It is important to continue to connect with each other, ourselves, and our God. And Dr. Moses has some advice on how Christians can remain hopeful this Easter season.
Calvary Baptist Church has a 127- year history in Utah, located at 1090 South State Street in Salt Lake City. While the church is suspending gatherings in compliance with the current coronavirus crisis, individuals are welcome to connect with them online and Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or YouTube.
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Boyd shares his conversation with Sheri Dew on the upcoming Good Friday fast that Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ leader President Nelson has challenged members and others to participate in. Dew talks about Nelson’s unique position as a man of faith and science, as well as the good that these types of fasts can do.
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The presidential election of 2020 just lost another democratic candidate, Bernie Sanders announced Wednesday morning that he was dropping out of the race. What does that mean for the Democratic Party? What lessons can we learn from this race?
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Boyd is known for his belief in the power of the pen having written a book on the subject and promoting the principle proudly. The ease of technology will never replace the warmth, power, and influence of handwritten expression, and the effort of handwriting can open ourselves up to greater depths of understanding.
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The world is answering the call of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,' leader, President Nelson, who has invited members and individuals worldwide to join the battle against COVID-19 with fasting and prayer on Good Friday. Sarah Weaver from The Church News discusses the significance, history, and importance of this invitation.
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Joseph Grenny, author and chairman of The Other Side Academy joins Boyd to discuss the science of social change. As we face the coronavirus pandemic, how is our behavior changing to better the greater world? And we check on how the Academy is continuing to help in this crisis.
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Small business embodies the entrepreneurial spirit of America and they are feeling the crush of the COVID-19 crisis. The small business dream of the ‘pursuit of happiness’ does not have to end now; politicians, businessmen, and leaders are providing advice for owners and inspiration for dreamers. Small businesses are our nation's backbone, so let’s help them!
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The coronavirus crisis is causing politicians to reach across the aisle for solutions, but there is another aisle we need to not just cross, but merge, in this pandemic. That is the link, not distance, between faith and science. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' leader President Nelson has invited members and individuals worldwide to join the battle against COVID-19 with fasting and prayer on Good Friday. Boyd asks, why not give faith and reason a try by fasting on Friday?
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Despite a statewide stay-at-home order and a worldwide pandemic, Wisconsin is marching forward with primary elections. Despite efforts to postpone the election, the state Supreme Court ruled that voting will continue. What can we learn from this situation when it applies to our own ‘virus voting?’ Chairman of the Utah Republican Party Derek Brown joins Boyd to discuss the issue and invites us to look for leaders with leadership skills.
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COVID-19 is not creating a new digital era of communications and commerce, but forcing us to recognize the virtual era we are already in. The digital revolution has been in the works for decades, so why are we just catching up to its execution now? Particularly in areas where it would be much needed like education. Boyd is joined by American political analyst, digital media entrepreneur, author, and regular contributor to Deseret News, Scott Rasmussen to discuss.
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With White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham stepping down, what does the White House communications plan look like now? Educating and enlightening a nation requires consistent communication, without communication people will not change. We must continue talking to create a positive change in our society.
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Even amid times of significant trial, we must keep building a future in order to have faith in that future. We must employ the lesson of the continual construction of the unfinished capitol dome during the Civil War and keep our construction visible. Today we have the opportunity to look to the new temples announced by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints this weekend to show us that the COVID-19 calamity is not the beginning of the end.
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Franklin Covey’s Executive Vice President of Thought Leadership, Scott Miller, joins Boyd to talk about being proactive despite your circumstances. He explains how you have the freedom to choose how you react to life, and how these challenges/opportunities fall into two areas of thought - the Circle of Concern and the Circle of Influence. The 30th-anniversary edition of ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People’ book will be out May 19th and will include personal insights from author Stephen Covey's son, Sean Covey.
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Today we ask if the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act court safeguards are inadequate at curbing governmental abuse of power. Sen. Mike Lee joins Boyd to discuss his very outspoken opinion on the topic and how he has gained support across party lines because of it.
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This is not the time to panic nor is it the time to hyperfocus on ourselves. The COVID-19 pandemic is worldwide and leaders from around the world are addressing the crisis. Like this weekend when Queen Elizabeth gave a rare televised speech offering hope and guidance to British citizens. Shortly after it was announced that Prime Minister Boris Johnson admitted to the hospital after 10-days fighting the virus. We might be late in having an existing pandemic plan in place, but we have the power to face this crisis not just as a nation, but as a world.
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In light of the current COVID-19 quarantine regulations, many find themselves with extra time on their hands at home. Boyd talks about a few important ways to get the most of our this new "free time", and the answer may be simpler than you think.
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Maria Shilaos joins Boyd to talk about her General Conference special "Raising Generations", a look at how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints's new youth program without the involvement of the Boy Scouts of America.
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April 2 is International Children's book day, and in honor of the day, Boyd read us a story titled, "What Do You Do with A Problem?" by Kobi Yamada Listeners chime in with their favorite children's stories.
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Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden are trying to reach voters through digital platforms, to varying degrees of success. Also, Utah gubernatorial candidate Jeff Burningham announces Senator Dan McCay as his running mate.
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Find opportunities for humor. Laughter persists as people create memes and musical parodies amid the coronavirus crisis. There are humor and lessons in these moments of challenge. We agree with the sentiment of Abraham Lincoln who said, “With the fearful strain that is upon me day and night, if I did not laugh, I should die.’ And follow the admonition of Henry B. Eyring in the 1982 BYU talk A Law of Increasing Returns, when he asked us to ‘Keep your eyes open for humor in the present.”
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The David Eccles School of Business has some great resources to teach the entrepreneur at heart. The school is partnering with the state and local leaders to provide a free online course on ‘“Navigating COVID-19: How to Save Your Business’. Spence Eccles has the details on what the course will teach, how to register, and how this can help businesses of every size adjust to the coronavirus crisis.
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Jon Huntsman Jr joined Boyd to discuss his bold plan to prevent global economic disaster. The coronavirus crisis is already causing a sweeping impact on the lives of people worldwide. We cannot let our economy grind to a halt but must find ways to support business, small businesses, and individuals.
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From Hungary to the USA, to our local response, can democracy cope with the coronavirus? We need to keep pushing for democracy in this time of crisis, keep pushing for individual liberty.
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The world has faced times of crisis before, and throughout those periods of history great works of art, science, and life came to fruition. During the Bubonic Plague that swept Europe in 1665, one of our most revered thinkers took the opportunity of silence to expand his mind. Isaac Newton had to leave Cambridge University because of the black plague and it was amid that crisis he discovered the fundamentals of color, gravity, and calculus. This is not the season to hunker down, but the season to explore.
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Pollster Scott Rasmussen, partners with Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute to really discover what we as a state think is important. Today he joins Boyd to discuss their latest poll showcasing how Utah feel about President Trump, the federal government, and the state’s response to the coronavirus crisis.
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BYU basketball Coach Mark Pope joined Boyd’s ‘Therefore, What?’ podcast to discuss coping with change in the light of the cancellation of the NCAA Tournament. The Cougar's March Madness turned to March Sadness with the cancellation as they had looked forward to their first tournament in five years. Coach Pope explains how the team’s reaction was one of understanding and progressing despite the challenges the game of life has for you.
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Miles Hansen of World Trade Center Utah on Governor Herbert’s Economic Response Plan for the coronavirus crisis. It is time to get our economy going and to keep it moving! How are our leaders setting a plan to maximize relief on a federal, state, and local level?
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Over the weekend community leader Bob Garff passed away from the coronavirus. Today, Sheri Dew joins the show to discuss the lessons she learned from Garff who she considered the finest kind of mentor. Garff was a Utah leader in politics, business, and the community whose ambitious life touched millions of individuals worldwide.
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We have to look past the fear in current headlines and for opportunities of peace. Peace can be just as contagious as fear, like the peace spread by the viral virtual choir video of the hymn ‘It Is Well WIth My Soul'. from the Nashville studio singer community. This song is pretty pertinent to our world today as it was penned by it's author after great loss. We all face loss, and we all can still ‘greet the day’ in kindness to ourselves and our fellow man. In Og Mandino’s book ‘The Greatest Salesman in the World,’ he offers some great perspective on how to look at life despite the obstacles and challenges before you.
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The pressures of daily life have been exponentially multiplied by the coronavirus outbreak. It's time to take the advice of 19th Century writer, poet and minister George MacDonald who advocated for what he referred to as "sacred idleness".
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People struggling with mental health concerns have challenges at the best of times. The upheaval resulting from the coronavirus epidemic can have serious consequences for these individuals. Dema Ollerton, Behavioral Health Supervisor at the University of Utah, shares important information for those supporting people with mental health concerns and those facing the concerns.
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The shift from working in an office to working at home has severely impacted daily routines and some have found they struggle to maintain the same level of productivity. Scott Miller, Executive Vice President of Thought Leadership for FranklinCovey, joins the show with helpful suggestions on how to make the most of time working from home while maintaining a healthy relationship with your family.
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While we are missing MLB's traditional opening day, at least we have a bill speeding through congress that provides some economic relief to those hard hit by the coronavirus epidemic. Also, we have Harry Caray and James Earl Jones to help us get through until our favorite sport returns.
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Gen. George Patton said, “The test of success is not what you do when you are on top. Success is how high you bounce when you hit bottom.” The people of America are in for a big test of their bounce-ability. Our people have already shown incredible willingness to help each other in the midst of the storm, with countless stories of heroic kindness and neighbor helping neighbor being reported. Are we going to persist, or panic?
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Our beautiful state has one of the most recognizable and symbolic nicknames possible, we are ‘The Beehive State.’ The beehive is a symbol of hard work, industry and community, and it is time we draw upon these principles as we navigate our coronavirus relief response. The goal is to ensure that the right kind of relief is reaching the right place as quickly as possible. Utah has a great opportunity to capitalize on our community's hivemind as we lead the world at caring for ourselves and each other.
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Yesterday Governor Herbert released his coronavirus economic response plan, and today The White House and Senate leaders announced an agreement on a national $2 trillion stimulus bill, but will these plans lead to economic relief? Derek Miller, president of the Salt Lake Chamber joins Boyd to discuss how these plans can help Utah.
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With sports being canceled many sportscasters have resorted to putting together creative commentating on daily life. KSL News anchor and sports journalist Dave McCann joins Boyd for some sporty fun as he gives us some everyday play by play commentary.
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While we are dealing with a lot of uncertainty, there is also a real cause for confidence and an understanding of what security is. Helen Keller said ‘"Security is mostly a superstition. Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing.’’ Too often we try to control life and create our own brand of security, but that is an unrealistic expectation. Lasting improvement comes from within and by reaching out in kindness. Life is a daring adventure! Even if that is happening at your own home or between your ears.
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Addictive voice recognition counselor and podcaster Todd Sylvester joins Boyd to discuss how we can continue to support individuals recovering from addictions amid the coronavirus crisis. Connection is the opposite of addiction, but with social distancing, many in recovery are missing that much-needed connection. Sylvester has some tips for showing compassion to these individuals living in more uncertainty of most.
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It’s time to be proactive! Amid the Coronavirus crisis, many are quarantined at home for work, education, and more, but that doesn’t mean they need to stop trying to better themselves. Scott Miller, Executive Vice President of Thought Leadership at FranklinCovey, gives us some proactive tips on adapting The 7 Habits for these uncertain times.
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It is time for Congress and the leaders of our nation to stop squabbling and start leading. We are a nation-in-crisis with millions of citizens who need help, or who will need help over the next few months. Partisan politics and agendas are blocking simuls packages designed to help those in the greatest need. It’s time for our leaders to take action on behave of the American people and work towards uniting a nation, not dividing a nation.
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Senator Mitch McConnell took to the Senate floor this morning to excoriate democrats who he says packed way too many special projects into the latest COVID-19 government funding bill. James Wallner calls in to talk all things senate and current poltiics, and Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd on the phone to talk about the spread of COVID-19 in Congress.
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Counselor Jenny Howe, an expert on anxiety and depression in adolescent mental health, joins Boyd to discuss how parents can help teens adapt during the Coronavirus crisis. Jenny has joined forces with Desert News before for a year-long examination on the rise of teen anxiety and was pivotal in the creation of the documentary ‘Angst.’ Today she has tips for parents on validating their teenager's struggles, while providing a support structure to deal with social isolation, interrupted schedules, and fear in these trying times.
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Today via twitter, Lt. Gov. Cox announced Utah Sen. Deidre Henderson as his running mate for Utah’s governor's race. Sen. Henderson joined Boyd to discuss the importance of experience in this race, seeing women running for office, and leading our beautiful state in these trying times.
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At today's press conference following this morning's earthquake, Mayor Mendenhall reminded us of the need for social grace in times of emergencies. While we should always look for the helpers, it is also critical we be the helpers. We can make a difference by being prepared and confident instead of panicked and frantic.
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There is a saying going around: "Welcome to the new normal". This can be misleading and discounts both the hope for a better tomorrow and the idea that many things that existed before the outbreak of the coronavirus will return. We want the perspective to change from thinking of this as the new normal to thinking of it as the new now.
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News stories often focus on the efforts being made to slow the spread of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, as well as those who have been infected by it. But the resulting disruption has a hidden impact on teens that doesn't get much coverage. Boyd's son, Will Mattheson shares his inside perspective from a teen's point of view.
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With the upheaval surrounding protecting ourselves from the spread of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, there is an opportunity for people to be depressed, upset or even apathetic. Analyst Scott Rasmussen joins us to discuss what the latest poll reveals about how people are feeling right now and what it might mean down the road.
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More news broke today regarding COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, including an announcement that the government hopes to send checks soon to most Americans to help offset the financial impact of the disease as well as preparation efforts locally. We look at the hope in the news and talk about how to keep things in perspective.
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In a time of fear we are choosing to follow the advice of Mr. Rogers as we look for and become the helpers, from a local business owner Chad Pritchard who is helping by providing lunches to children, to our texters stories of Utahan’s coming together to support their neighbours. We Chat with Rich McKeown on the role of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services andSheri Dew on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ reaction to the coronavirus pandemic. And dive into what our Salt Lake County is doing in response to COVID-19 concerns.
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We dive deep today on what is happening around the globe with coronavirus. Scott Rasmussen calls in to remind us there's Presidential election happening, and Boyd talks to former Anbassador John M. Huntsman about his reaction to the spread of the virus.
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What is our duty as citizens during trying and challenging times? Boyd tells the story of Anybody, Somebody, Nobody, and Everybody. It's always easier to shift civic responsability, but at the end of the day, the buck will stop somewhere.
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Sarah Weaver, Editor of the Church News, joins Boyd in studio to discuss the announcement from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to limit General Conference attendees at the Conference Center to speakers and essential personnel only.
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At the Constutional Convention of 1787, a woman reportedly stopped Benjamin Franklin as asked, "Well Doctor, what have we got, a republic or a monarchy?" Franklin famously replied, "A republic, if you can keep it.".
Franklin's words are just as true today as they were then; our republic hinges on the work and respect of its people, and now more than ever is a time for restraint and dignity in the face of political dischord and conflict.
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As the race for the Utah Governor's seat warms up, the first candidate to make it on the ballot is real estate CEO Thomas Wright. Wright joins Boyd to talk about the goals of his campaign and what motivated him to throw his hat in the ring ahead of November's election.
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Pollster Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to talk about the democratic primary polling numbers, a few key senate races, and what the landscape could look like in the coming weeks.
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Another slate of states head to the polls today in the race for the United State Presidency. Joe Biden has popped to the surface as the democratic frontrunner, and Bernie Sanders is still in the game, for now.
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On March 28, Marie Osmund will host a 50th Anniversiary Young Ambassadors Special at the Marriott Center in Provo. Osmund and Randy Boothe, Artistic Director for the Young Ambassadors, join Boyd in-studio to talk about the event, the legacy of the performing group, and what attendees can expect at the show.
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As the results of Super Tuesday solidifies wins and losses, pollster Scott Rasmussen joins the show to add his analysis on the major campaign numbers and the trending issues moving forward.
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Kyle Martin was the 2019 Valedictorian at King's Academy. His commencement address went viral and for good reason. He tells of the 15 seconds of excitement he felt when he found out he was the top student...and what he learned from that 16th second when the adrenaline died down.
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There's a lot of talk about millionaires and billionaires in this elections cycle, but how much does money talk in politics? With the amount of money spent on each of the presidential campaigns, can money buy an election? Or do grass roots still make the difference?
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After a ruling on abortion rights inside the walls of the Supreme Court, Senator Chuck Schumer stood on the steps of the court and condemned two justices in blunt rhetoric. Many have blasted the Senator for his words, including Senate Majority leader Mitch Mcconnell and Boyd himself.
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Business mogul Jack Welch passed away earlier this week. He left behind a legacy of life lessons; Boyd hones in on the magnate's focus on stories and how they helped him build businesses and shape the world.
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Children all over the world have watched and loved the biblically-based cartoon "Veggie Tales". Creator Phil Vischer joins Boyd to talk about the creation of the show and why stories are so important when it comes to teaching kids about morality.
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KSL NewsRadio anchor Maria Shilaos joins Boyd to talk about the new Greek cultural center in the works in downtown Salt Lake City.
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Polling and analytics expert Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to talk about his projections for the Super Tuesday elections. 14 states head to the polls today; is it Bernie's game to lose or will Biden knock him off his lead?
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Amelia Powers Gardner is the Utah County Clerk/Auditor and joins Boyd to help breakdown election details on the day of Utah's first ever Super Tuesday primary. She helps debunk a few pollings myths and talks about the security behind the polling booths in Utah.
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Mike Bloomberg is outspending his fellow democratic presidential candidates by millions of dollars, but will the effort translate to votes? Boyd talks with him about his campaign, and where he's going after Super Tuesday.
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With fewer than 24 hours until the voting at the polls begins, Pete Buttigieg announces he is ending his campaign as Bernie Sanders moves closer to grabbing the nomination for the Democratic presidential ticket. Jason Perry from the Hinkley Institute of Politics joins Boyd to break down the numbers and help make forecasts before the big day.
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Syndicated columnist Megan McCardle joins Boyd in-studio to talk about her projections for Super Tues and what she thinks the candidates need to do to move the needle closer to their respective camps.
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Boyd breaks down the most recent democratic debate and where it fell apart and specifically calls out the moderators for losing control early on. Herb Scribner joins us on the show to talk about his suggestions for moderation at debates (electric shock?) and goes over the latest trends.
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Representative Kim Coleman has proposed a bill to implement a centralized leadership role in the state to help combat homeless issues. She talks to Boyd about the pros and cons of her proposal and what the state can do to improve help to the most vulnerable populations.
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Last night, the remaining democatic candidates squared-off inthe final debate before Super Tuesday. The night heated up fast as each candidate jockied for airtime and jabs, with front-runner Bernie Sanders absorbing the brunt if the critisiscm from his oponents.
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A year before the 2016 presidential election, Boyd wrote that what was happening in the early stages of the election was a result of a growing un-ease with mainstream politicians. In 2020, as we look down the barrel of an election between incumbent Donald Trump and potential democratic nominee Bernie Sanders, the message is louder than ever: the American public is rejecting "established" candidates in favor of more extreme versions of each political party.
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Utah State University family scholar David Schramm recently studied what makes successful businesses great places to work. Overwhelmingly, business leaders who treated their employees like a family cultivated happier, more stable work environments than those who kept things more formal.
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For men who find themselves on the wrong side of the law or in-deep with substance abuse, options may seem limited. Utah is a haven for alternative treatment centers, including The Red Barn Acadamy, a facility geared towards building life-skills and healing broken lives through empowement and learning, providing life-changing solutions for end-of-the-road situations.
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The theologian John Wesley once said, “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.”
Most of us understand the need to constantly give all that we can in the pursuit of goals, objectives and opportunities. We sometimes miss the greater good which comes from striving to make a difference in the lives of those around us.
Read more from Boyd's recent piece in the Deseret News.
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Another democratic debate is set for this evening in South Carolina and the candidates are lining up to spar with now-frontrunner Bernie Sanders. Boyd suggest in order to seperate themselves from the pack, candidates need to pitch themselves against Donald Trump, not each other.
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Bernie Sanders is under fire for amicable comments he made regarding past-Cuban Dictator Fidel Castro. While his democratic candidates question his allegiances, Sanders says he knows Castro committed attrocities, but applauds the leader's literacy programs. Meanwhile, President Trump fired back on Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who says the White House has been abusing Supreme Court "emegency rulings".
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Many may not realize pro-basketball's first non-white player was from Utah; Wat Misaka was a Japanese-American NBA player who broke boundaries on and off the court. Misaka passed away in November, and Boyd reflects on the lessons learned from the sports pioneer and his lasting legacy.
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Presidential hopeful Tulsi Gabbard was in Utah over the weekend; Boyd sat down with her to talk about why she's running, what she hopes for America's future, and how her perspective on public service has shaped her time in congress and on the campaign trail.
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The race for Utah's next governor is heating up, and another player has just entered the ring. Jan Garbett, a local businesswoman, says Utahns deserve a candidate who isn't an ardent supporter of President Donald Trump and has announced her candidacy for Utah's top seat.
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Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has secured a deicisive victory in the Nevada Primary, inching him one step closer to the party's nomination. What does his momentum mean for the other candidates, and how will his messaging effect the outcomes of the race?
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Political speeches are now punctuated by grand applause and pregnant pauses. While dramatic effect might help drive home a point, Boyd argues that we're losing the art of thoughtfulness in exchange for grandstanding and cheers.
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Brian Grim, founder and president of the Religious Freedom & Business Foundation, joins Boyd to discuss a recent Deseret News article on the importanct of faith in the workplace and how religion helps shape the success of businesses in the United States and abroad.
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Democratic Presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg was in Salt Lake City last night to address supporters numbering in the thousands. Boyd looks at the campaigns in this election cycle and positions them in history; who is building a movement, and who can mobilize grass-roots support? From John Kennedy to Ronald Reagan, successful presidential campaigns have lived in the calls to action in between the applause lines.
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While many enjoy the third Monday in February as a day off from school and work, Boyd reminds us why we celebrate Presidents Day, and what we can do to help our current and future leaders live up to the presidential precident set by our country's original founders. Scott Rasmussen calls in to talk about the lastest in polls and elections, and Boyd offers advice from George Washington on the fallacy of irreplaceability.
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A day before Valentines Day, Boyd pays tribute to the many iterations of love, from what to gift your own Valentine, to how love should prevail in our modern political era of contempt and condescention. Carol Mikita joins Boyd to talk about the legacy of Fred Adams, founder of the Utah Shakespear Festival, and how he left his own stamp of love here in Utah through theater and performance.
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150 years ago today on Feb. 12, 1870, Utah extended voting rights to women. State Senator Deidre Henderson, along with Representative Melissa Ballard, present a resolution to the State Legislature today to celebrate the history of women's suffrage in Utah. Sen. Henderson joins Boyd to talk about some of the highlights from the past 150 years of women's rights in Utah.
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Political analyst James Wallner joins Boyd to go over his recent piece titled "There's no app for self-government". With the recent tech fiasco in Iowa, are we trying to hard to take shortcuts when it comes to our involvement in the political process? James gives voters a rallying cry to action; there's no easy way out of self-government.
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New Deseret News polling information reveals interesting data regarding Mitt Rommey's vote in the impeachment trial of President Trump. Hinkley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry joins Boyd to go over the recent numbers; how does the data reflect Utahn's thoughtfullness when it comes to politics?
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In December of 2019. President Trump appointed Dr. Robert Marbut to head the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness. Dr. Marbut joins Boyd in-studio to discuss his plans on tackling homelessness in the nation's neediest areas and what strategies he believes are most effective here in Utah.
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President Trump presented his budget proposal to congress today. Why is it so hard to balance a budget and agree on where the money should go? Boyd argues that special interests may be blocking more compromises than we think.
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Author Neylan McBaine joins Boyd to talk about the subject of her book “Pioneering the Vote: The Untold Story of Suffragists in Utah and the West.” Why have historians long ignored the accomplishments of Women's rights activists in the west and how can we elevate their story today?
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The New Hamshire Primary is tomorrow, Tuesday Feb.11 and the democratic candidates are making a final push to ramp up support and gain crucial votes. Political anaylst Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to help break down the projections and make sense of the hype.
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With impeachment in a the rear view mirror, all eyes turn to New Hampshire as the democratic primary looms. Mayor Pete has been declared the winner of the Iowa caucus but Biden is pulling ahead in some recent polls. Also, Lt. Governor Spencer Cox is officially on the ballot in Utah's gubernatorial race.
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History was made in many ways yesterday, foremost for Utah voters was the 'guilty' vote of Senator Mitt Romney. What will be the fallout from Sen. Romney's vote and what do Utahns expect from their delgation and President in the months to follow?
Boyd is also joined by Matthew Brown, Deseret news politcs reporter in Washington D.C.. The two break down Senator Romney's vote and what it mean's for the politician moving forward.
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Last night, President Trump delivered the State of the Union address in the House of Represenatives. While the body of his speech lasted over an hour, it was what went unsaid that drew the hottest headlines, from the President's refusal to shake Nancy Pelosi's hand, to the Speakers tearing up of the President's writen status update to congress.
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For 26 years, Boyd has shared his thoughts on the state of our union. Each year he writes a State of the Union address that looks at where we are, how we got here, and where we are going. It is not meant to replace the president's speech but rather to give one man's opinion on where our country stands.
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The current situation in the U.S. auto industry seems to prove a point James Madison made nearly 250 years ago. Political analyst joins Boyd to discuss the wisdom of Madison in the current political environment. You can view his article for the Deseret News on the subject here: https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2020/2/3/21120630/auto-industry-james-madison-epa-regulation-trump-obama
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As the nation awaits the delayed results of the Iowa Democratic caucus, Mayor Pete seems to have taken the strategy of declaring himself the winner. Is this a smart move? Boyd compares it with the strategies of his rivals.
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Is it possible to respectfully disagree in today's political climate of one-off soundbites and social media fueds? Boyd's recent piece in the Deseret News centers on the challenge of respect in the midst of dischord and how Utah's senators have exhibited the ability to disagree while still maintaining civility.
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The National Air and Space Administration's Administrator Jim Bridenstine joins Boyd to talk about the future of space travel in the United States. As technology marches forward, space exploration is set to take on exciting new frontiers.
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Today is the first big day for the 2020 Presidential election. All eyes are on the Iowa caucus as voters decide which democratic candidate they want to represent their party at the convention this Summer.
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Personal impact isn't always made in front of the microphone or at the center of the stage. Many who work in our communities leave fingerprints of influence without ever recieving public recognition, and Boyd argues these roles make up the backbone of our society.
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Deseret News reporter Herb Scribner is live at the 2020 Silicon Slopes Tech Summit in downtown Salt Lake City and called in to give Boyd an update on what attendees can expect at this year's conference.
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At the opening of the Utah State legislative session, Supreme Court Chief Justice Matthew Durrant addressed legislators, outlining the unique challenges faced in the courts when it comes to mental health issues. Chief Justice Durrant joins Boyd in-studio to talk about his feelings regarding mental health and justice, and what the responsibility the state has to provide effective help to those in the justice system.
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Chaplain Barry Black delivers a prayer at the start of each day at the United States Senate. With the heat of the impeachment trial ramping up, his prayers seem to be ringing just a little louder in the chamber
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Boyd is joined on the line by former Senator Rick Santorum to talk about the Senator's experiences during the 1999 impeachment trial of then-President Bill Clinton, and gives his take on the current impeachment proceedings in the Senate.
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Utah Senator Mitt Romney was granted the first question during the Senate trial discovery period, and inquired about whether or not multiple motives matter in the inquisition of President Donald Trump's dealings with the Ukraine.
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Rich McKeown is the co-founder of Levitt Partners and worked closely with former Governor Mike Leavitt when the Governor was Secretary of Health and Human Services. He joins Boyd to talk about the current Coronavirus outbreak and the history behind virus containment in Utah and abroad.
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At the close of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Dr. David Miller of the Princeton University Faith & Work Initiative,delivered and address on his recent paper titled; "Towards a 'Restoration of Trust': Preliminary Insights and Lessons from Wisdom Traditions". He joins Boyd to talk about why trust in leadership matters now more and what can be done to restore faith in the politcal process.
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Boyd is joined by polling analyst Scott Rasmussen to talk about a recent partnership between Rasmussen, The Deseret News and The Hinkley Institute of Politics that will grant the public better access to political statistics. Scott also talks about President Trump's polling numbers in Utah and what the data might mean for his chances at re-election in November.
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With social media and the 24 hour news cycle, how do we avoid becoming mentally exhausted? Boyd gives a few insights on how to remain in the present while still planning for the future in a world of constant and instant information consumption.
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It's a game of will they or won't they; Utah Senator Mitt Romney says he'd be willing to hear from John Bolton during the impeachment trial of President Trump, Chuck Schumer says calling Hunter Biden as a witness would be unnecesary. When the dust settles, witnesses may decide the fate of the President, and each party has strong opinions about who should and could be called to testify.
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Harvard Business School professor Clayton Christensen passed away over the weekend, leaving behind a legacy of thought leadership and business innovations. Boyd remembers Dr. Christensen not just for his professional genius but for his authentifc approach to all areas of his life.
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Last year the state legislature voted to approve the practice of prize-linked savings accounts at credit unions. Scott Simpson joins Boyd to explain how the system works and how it could help Utah residents beef up their rainy day savings accounts.
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Hinkley Institute Director Jason Perry joins Boyd at the state capitol on the first day of the 2020 legislative session to go over what might be the highs and lows for this sesson. Jason and Boyd also discuss a new relationship between the Hinkley Institute, The Deseret News, and independent pollster Scott Rasmussen.
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With the trial for the impeachment of President Trump entering its second week, Boyd helps us breakdown the reason from the rhetoric and pick out the soundbites that matter. New York Times columnist David Brooks says he's not sure we should impeach a president because of moral objections, and Sen. Mitt Romney says he's open to calling John Bolton as a witness.
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What does Boyd think is the greatest accomplishment of the impeachment trial so far? Apart from the speeches and the posturing, the sound bytes and the camera moments, it's the fact that all 50 state senators have been in the Senate chambers at the same time for two days straight, an accomplishment that should be happening more often.
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Utah State Representative Chris Stewart joins Boyd to talk about his work to improve mental health care in the United States including a roundtable discussion he lead today at the University of Utah's Neuropsychiatric Institute.
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During yesterday's Senate impeachment rules hearing, Chief Justice John Roberts admonished the senators to employ civility in their rhetoric and avoid mudslinging and bloviation.
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Nearly ten years ago, Abby Cox underwent a challenging pregnancy as she served as a gestational surrogate for her sister-in-law. She wrote an article for the Deseret News recently explaining what she learned from the experience and how it has shaped her views on life today. Together with her husband, Lt. Governor Spencer Cox, Abby sits down with Boyd to talk about her thoughts on the precious nature of birth and life.
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Legislative expert James Wallner joins Boyd to explain in-depth what we can expect from the impeachment trial of President Trump as the Senate moves to vote on the rules.
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In 1999, then-Senator Joe Lieberman faced a moral trial; speak out against his party and President Bill Clinton, or remain silent. He spoke with Boyd about the speech he gave condemning President Clinton's actions during the impeachment hearings and what lead him to break ranks.
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As the Senate opens the impeachment trial of President Trump, key players are having a hard time settling on the rules for the proceedings. Senator Adam Schiff says the rules feel rigged and Senator Mitt Romney says he's waiting to hear all the amendments before casting his vote.
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In the hours following the murder of Dr. Martin Luther King, then Senator Bobby Kennedy jumped on bed of a pick-up truck and rode into a neighborhood in Indianapolis, Indianna to deliver what is thought now to be one of the most powerful addresses given on equality and civl rights. Boyd plays audio from the address and argues why Kennedy's words are just as important today.
We also hear from the Reverend Theresa Dear on the importance of moving out of our comort zones, meeting peope from other races, and making room at the table for voices from all communities.
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Reverend Amos Brown was one of eight students in the only college class ever taught by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He now serves as the pastor of the historic Third Baptist Church in San Fransisco. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Reverend Brown joins Boyd to talk about his time with Dr. King and his new relationship with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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Poliytical analyst Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to talk about his recent article in the Deseret News "What was Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of a great nation?". How does Dr. King's iconic "I have a dream" speech weave into the fabric of equality envisioned by our country's founders? Scott breaks down a few of his thoughts and makes an important correlation between Dr. King's message and the framework of the Bill of Rights.
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Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at the Salt Lake chapter of the NAACP today on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. He talked with Boyd about the enduring importance of love and tolerance, and how we can lift up our brothers and sisters today and every day in honor of Dr. King and all those who champion diversity over discord.
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How can we make the biggest impact in our circles of influence? Boyd posits that a key managment and life skill is to know when to go 'where you're not wanted'.
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Deseret News in-depth reporter Kelsey Dallas joins Boyd to talk about her recent article covering President Trump's actions celebrating National Religious Freedom Day.
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Montana Deputy Attorney Jon Bennion joins Boyd to talk about a unique event he's organized called "How the Sausage Gets Made". After years of making sausage at home, Bennion started to see parallels between the making of actual sausage and the recipe for lawmaking. Now, once a year, he brings lawmakers together to make sausage and talk politics, drawing comparisons in a unique teaching opportunity with the hope of creating a quality end product.
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In the digital age of email, social media, texts and infinite other communication platforms, it can be tempting to fire off angry responses to topics that incite us. When all is said and done, however, it can be hard to repair relationships strained in the heat of anger. Boyd challeges listeners to pause before sending that enraged email or irrirated text, and consider the regret you might have in the hours after.
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Two years ago this week, Russell M. Nelson was ordained as Prophet and president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints. What have been the landmark events of his administration? KSL TV-News Religion Reporter Carol Mikita and Church News Editor Sarah Weaver join Boyd to highlight the major milestones from the past two years and talk about what the future holds for President Nelson and the progression of the Church.
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How can political leaders build trust with constiuents? Why does trust still matter? A recent incident in Major League Baseball teaches us once again that honesty and integrity still have a place in the public eye, and should signal to leaders in our community again that trust is earned, not granted.
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A large pool of candidates has entered the 2020 Utah race for the Governor's seat. Hinkley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry joins Boyd to break down the race and help listeners pull out the important positions from the political posturing.
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Deseret News reporter Lois Collins published an article recently about the overwhelming amount of mental health care needs across the United States. As society opens up about conversations around depression and anxiety, college campuses are struggling to meet the needs of their students.
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Tonight, 6 democratic presidential candidates will square-off in the first debate of the year. The field has narrowed in recent weeks as candidates drop out amid lower polling numbers and stalled momentum. also, a look at the first televised democratic debate in 1956 shows us what oration was like in mid-century America and what modern candidates can learn from their predecessors.
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Boyd reads through past presidential slogans and uses them as a road map for setting goals in 2020. From Ronald Reagan's "It's morning again in America", to Calvin Coolidge's "Keep Cool", Boyd appies each to a principle to follow and a lesson to be learned.
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Jessica Tarlov, democratic strategist and Fox News contributor, explains why the democrats need to shift their focus away from impeachment and move on to tackling healthcare.
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Political analyst Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to talk about the recent democratic polling numbers and what it means heading into tomorrow night's debate. He also gives us an update on his goal to read one installment of The Federalist Papers this year, and why this 18th century document is still relevant today.
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As we march towards major election deadlines, another democratic candidate bows out. What can we learn from Corey Booker's campaign, what lessons should the other candidates pick up, and what does the field look like now ahead of Super Tuesday?
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How do we find hope in a world with so much discord and unrest? Boyd offers a few thoughts on how to weather even the most violent storms in our life, how to find peace in a climate of political mudslinging, and how to dissect reason from the rage of social media battles and the sound-bite news cycle.
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On January 7, 2020, Weber State University inaugurated President Brad Mortensen. President Mortensen served as WSU's Vice President of University Advancement for 11 years before taking the helm. He joins Boyd to talk about a recently announced $10 million scholarship and what it means for those working on obtaining degrees at WSU.
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The Reverend Theresa Dear recently wrote a piece for the Deseret News, "We should be making declarations, not disclaimers". She joins Boyd to talk about our current climate of excuse-culture and the importance of decisive action.
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In a spontaneous moment at a Deseret News/KSL editorial board meeting, Governor Gary Herbert reflected on Utah's legacy and why our state's origin story should inspire residents to innovate and flourish here at home. Dave Noriega joins Boyd to break down the Governor's impromptu moment and what we can learn about our own heritage as citizens of the Beehive State.
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President Trump spoke from the White House this morning in regards to the missiles launched by the Iranian government at U.S. military bases. Following the killing of Maj. Gen. Qasem Soleimani, all eyes have been on the President as we watch for the next move. Iranian expert Miles Hansen joins Boyd to break down the recent global events and what we can expect in the days and weeks to come.
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Political analyst Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to talk about his experiences reading the Federalist Papers in 2020. Just a few days in to his exercise, Rasmussen says he's already found deep political relevance in the words written over 200 years ago.
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With the dawn of a new year comes renewed sense of hope and anticipation. With all the possibilities that lie ahead of us, what can we do to truly shape for ourselves the road that lies ahead?
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As we enter what is sure to be a contentious year in politics, political analyst and legislative expert James Wallner joins Boyd to talk about the impeachment process and what we can expect in the days and weeks to come.
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Fox News contributor Steve Hayes is rolling out a new sources for news; The Dispatch. The Dispatch positions itself as a bipartisan sources for political news and current events and Hayes says he hopes it will fill a needed void in modern reporting.
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Boyd sits down with Miles Hansen, an expert in Iranian politics and history, to contextualize the killing of Iranian military leader Qassim Suleimani. Was it an unprecedented act of global positioning, or a long-expected diplomatic necessity?
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2019 brought political turmoil, new pop hits, breakups, breakdowns, and a ocean of in-between moments. What were the biggest lessons we learned from 2019 and the last decade? Boyd explores the best of the best and a little of the rest in our news of the decade rundown.
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With all the political division in our country, will we ever get to a place of unity and reason? Boyd recounts a parable told by a rabbi on how we can tell when a new day is dawning and what we can hope for as a country moving in to a new year.
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What's on the horizon for the democrats and republicans in 2020? Fox News contributor Jessica Tarlov joins Boyd to talk about what the parties should do, what they probably will do, and what lessons we can learn from the past moving into a heated election year.
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Government spending is the highest it's ever been with no respite in sight. With deficit levels reaching historic highs, why aren't Americans more concerned with balancing the budget and cutting spending? An earmarked spending bill put forth by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell sheds a little light on where the problems are and why we need to sit up and start paying attention to government debt.
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What the difference between the impeachment of President Trump and the impeachment of President Clinton? If you listen to the sound bites from our lawmakers from then and now, the only thing that's changed is the political party of the accusers.
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Does character still count in 2019? Boyd talks about an experience he had earlier in his life, and how a letterman's sweater from the 1930s taught him a valuable lesson about the continuing power and importance of character.
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Boyd is joined in-studio by Kevin Guest, CEO of USANA, to talk about Kevin's new book, All The Right Reasons: 12 Timeless Principles for Living a Life in Harmony. How do we simplify our lives and still find time to do the things that matter most? Kevin's new book helps us prioritize the best and categorize the rest.
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Boyd is joined in-studio by Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News. Boyd and Doug review the big news headlines of the year and talk about what it's like to work in a newsroom when a big story breaks.
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The story of American exceptionalism is more exceptional when we think less of the amount of money its citizens have accrued and more about what its citizens have done with that money. Boyd posits that using wealth to enrich the lives of others is the truest manifestation of the American Dream.
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Deseret News reporter Herb Scribner joins Boyd in-studio to talk about The Rise of Skywalker and his yearly Star Wars marathon. Does Star Wars mirror real life? The similarities between the Galactic Senate and the U.S. Senate might be closer than you think.
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After nearly four months of debate, the House of Representatives is poised to vote on the articles of impeachment presented two weeks ago against President Donald Trump. Boyd breaks down the talking points, the back and forth, and what this means for the country looking back and moving forward.
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How valuable is compassion? In a world of knee-jerk reactions and social media "moments", how important is civility? Boyd talks about an experience he had on an airplane a few years ago and what it taught him about the continuing value of empathy and compassion.
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Last year, Boyd had the opportunity to interview journalism legend Bob Woodward. He asks Bob about what it was like to report on the Watergate story and what lessons he learned about his responsibility as a journalist.
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Senator Mitch McConnell responds to a letter he received from Senator Chuck Schumer. What are the rules for an impeachment between the House of Representatives and the Senate? There's debate between lawmakers on the most basic points of civics and Boyd helps walks us through the rules.
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Did you see the new Pelaton exercise bike commercial? It was highly panned as being tone-deaf and sexist, but what does the outrage teach us about our current cultural climate? A recent op ed from Megan Mcardle sheds light on some of the real problems with the ad and the social media backlash it received.
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After months of speculative comments and some back and forth, District Four Representative Ben McAdams breaks his silence to announce he will vote 'yes' on impeachment in the House of Representatives. We take the press conference live; Boyd breaks down the implications of the announcement and what it might mean for Rep. McAdams going forward.
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Did the Russians meddle in the 2016 election? Did the FBI act properly in its investigation? Requests made to the FISA Court revealed questionable practices noticed first by Utah Senator Mike Lee, and Senator Ben Sasse says he should have trusted the Utahn's judgement months ago.
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Mayor Jenny Wilson announced this morning at a press conference Salt Lake County will now require background checks on all guns sales from events like gun shows. KSL NewsRadio's Mary Richards joins Boyd in-studio to break down the announcement and what it means for Salt Lake County residents.
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Why should we value our own value in a world that often cheapens personal worth? What should we do with people in our lives who don't see us for who we are? Boyd wrote a recent article that dives in to the "yes" behind "Do I matter?".
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With all the drama involving impeachment, what sort of timeline are we looking at and when will the articles be voted on? Boyd breaks down what to watch for in the coming days and weeks.
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Tim Carney, commentary editor at the Washington Examiner and a visiting fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, joins Boyd to talk about his recent piece Small Town America Fights for its Life.
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The Department of Homeland Security has proposed a 500 percent hike in fees for the delivery of family history records obtained from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Senator Mitt Romney joins Boyd on-air to talk about why this is a bad idea for the country, and for those of us at home here in Utah.
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How do we talk to our families about politics when so much of what's in the news is toxic and divided. Boyd cites the comments of lawyer Barry Berke at yesterday's impeachment hearings when his young son asked him if the president "has to be a good person"?
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Greta Thunberg has been named Time Magazine's Person of the Year for 2019. As she launched on to the climate change stage at the United Nations earlier this year, many have asked; where does the 16-year-old go from here? Boyd talks about the significance of the announcement, and what responsibility this sort of influence carries in our world today.
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Deseret News reporter Herb Scribner joins Boyd in-studio to talk all things trending including his recent trip to Florida and how the new Star Wars ride stacked up to expectations.
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Boyd breaks down the big news of day starting with what to expect with the articles of impeachment, the campaigning, and the big promises made by those running for our country's highest office.
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With all the talk of walls and keeping people out, what are walls worth building? A person's sphere of influence can help fortify their walls and will reach for decades, for better or worse.
Boyd Matheson,Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen weekdays 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app.
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in a rare, bipartisan move, President Trump announced today a replacement for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) called the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Boyd talks about the ins and outs of the new trade agreement and why it's an important landmark for the President.
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During the 2008 Presidential election, then-candidate John McCain had a voter confront him at a rally and ask about his thoughts on Barack Obama. Instead of slinging mud, Senator McCain took the moment and made it a sound bite to remember; he called Obama a 'decent, family man' with whom he just happened to disagree. The Reverend Theresa Dear joins Boyd to talk about how we can have our own John McCain moments.
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This morning, ahead of the expected timeline, democrats announced they are filing two official articles of impeachment; obstruction of Congress and abuse of power. Boyd dives into the issues and shares insights from both sides; why Adam Schiff says democrats have to move fast, and Kevin McCarthy says this is 'not a proud day'.
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Christmas brings a wonderful time to create memories with friends and family, but it can also bring a heavy dose of stress and "keeping up with the Joneses". How do we avoid holiday stress? Boyd breaks down some key ways to stay present in the midst of the season of giving.
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A new talk program starts on KSL this week featuring host Lee Lonsberry. Lee brings with him years of political insight and Washington connections. Boyd talks with Lee about what he hopes for the new show, and how he's planning on bringing his unique voice to the KSL airwaves.
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Boyd reviews a recent interview with documentary film maker Ken Burns on the subject of us vs. them. How will our country unite when it seems so divided? Burns says the answer might not be what you think.
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Nancy Pelosi announced the Democrats will be filing articles of impeachment as early as the end of this week. What does that mean for the hearings, for the president, and for the country?
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Boyd takes a deep dive on impeachment and Nancy Pelosi's announcement on pursuing articles of impeachment. Former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt "joins" us in-studio to deliver her address on the day of the Pearl Harbor attacks from December 7, 1941.
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Boyd talk about what went wrong with Kamala Harris's campaign and what other candidates can learn going forward. Margaret Neville from The King's English joins us in-studio to chew over the best books to give for Christmas this year. Jay Evensen from the Deseret News goes over tax reform in Utah and what may be on the docket at the not-yet-scheduled special session.
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Scott Miller of Franklin Covey joins Boyd to talk about the recent passing of the company's founder Hyrum Smith and the lessons and legacy he left behind.
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Boyd talks about allies and alelgiances at the NATO summit, and goes deep on Impeachment with political analyst James Wallner. Scott Miller from Franklin Covey joins us to talk about the legacy of the company's founder Hyrum Smith. We finish off the show with a conversation with Paul and Sammie Parkinson, the father-daughter duo behind "Unselfish Kids", a compilation of stories about kids who made a difference.
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60 years ago, Dinah Washington released her hit single "What a Difference a Day Makes". Boyd talks about the significance of just one day; what historic and life-changing events have occurred in just 24 hours?
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Boyd boils down the latest in impeachment and the President, and goes in depth with Utah State Representative Ben McAdams on House Resolution 721, a new initiative aimed at keeping kids safer on aps and websites.
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On the eve of Thanksgiving, Boyd talks with reporter Holly Richardson about the importance of avoiding perfectionism at the holidays. He also goes over Presidential Thanksgiving addresses of the past and talks current trends with Deseret News reporter Herb Scribner.
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Boyd breaks down the latest in impeachment and why some democrats are now calling for censure. Governor Herbert calls in to talk about Thanksgiving traditions and his initiative to bring Tier 3 gas to Utah's stations.
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Boyd mulls over Michael Bloomberg's announcement that he will be entering the Presidential Election for 2020. He also speaks with therapist Jenny Howe on how to help those we love who may struggle with holiday-related depression and mental health issues.
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In the middle of impeachment hearings and impassioned White House speeches, last night's democratic debate slid onto the scene with relatively low fanfare. Boyd picks out the highlights for us and helps identify what to look for in the coming months leading up to the heat of the 2020 presidential election.
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Boyd Matheson sits down with Deseret News reporter Jesse Hyde. Boyd asks Jesse about his recent trip to the Amazon rain forest and how the 15-year-old murder of a catholic nun exposed clashes between local culture and the deforestation of the Amazon basin.
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Boyd chews over the big headlines from the weekend, including the news that democratic candidate Pete Buttigieg is pulling ahead of his opponents in the latest poll out of Iowa, a major presidential swing state. We also talk impeachment and what the hearings mean going forward.
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Why is early American history still relevant today? Boyd shares his interview with historian Doris Kearns-plumbing the depths of her vast knowledge of American history, from the Revolutionary war, to Watergate and World War 2.
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Boyd talks with Scott Miller of FranklinCovey, author of Everyone Deserves a Great Manager: The 6 Critical Practices for Leading a Team, about why so many people leave their jobs over bad management. We also go over this morning's impeachment hearings and talk about why this may be just another fake fight and a false choice.
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Boyd talks with former South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford about his announcement this morning to pull out of the 2020 Presidential election. We also talk to Scott Keller about the new business building at Utah Valley University that now bears his name, and motivational speaker Dan Clark joins Boyd to talk about his take on patriotism.
Boyd Matheson,Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app.
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Boyd talks with Jill Atwood from the VA Heath services about non-traditional veterans. Jason Comstock joins Boyd in-studio to talk about the "Oath of Enlistment" and the trials of coming home from war.
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This weekend marks the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and Boyd wonders if we as Americans are forgetting the significance of the event. While the wall is a great symbol of the past oppressive regime of communist USSR fall, there are important symbols of freedom that still matter today. What walls do we still need to ‘tear down’ to reach a better conversation and a better world?
Boyd Matheson,Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app.
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One of Boyd’s favorite sources for what is trending in pop culture, sports, politics, and more joins the show to discuss what is popular now. Herb Scribner writes for the Desert News and discusses his recent opinions from Happy Meals 40th-anniversary toy roll out, and Trump’s social media spending. We look at the rising popularity of TikTok, the uproar and discussions started over the new film ‘Joker.’ and discover if Boyd considers himself a ‘Boomer.’
Boyd Matheson,Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app.
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Author and motivational speaker Todd Sylvester discusses his addiction recover experience and his new book, ‘I am RecoverED.’ His journey of recovery through faith and philosophy has helped countless people in their own struggles overcoming addictions. The new book releases today and both his books are available on Amazon.
Boyd Matheson,Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app.
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Boyd gives his take on recent news on President Trump, Bill Gates' advice on a happy life, and Salt Lake City's election results. Rick Larsen, president and CEO of the Sutherland Institute, explores the principles and issues that the conservative think take tackles. Discusses the need for an open discussion of different ideas and ideologies. The institute is celebrating its 25th Annual Gala this weekend with keynote speaker, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin.
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app.
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Inside Sources host Boyd Matheson talks with Burgess Owens, who announced just minutes previously he will be running in Utah's Fourth Congressional District race. Boyd also talks with James Wallner about impeachment, elections, and where we're headed as a country politically in 2020. We round out the show with thoughts about the first Wednesday in November; why is this day the most important day of the year?
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Boyd Matheson, Opinion Page Editor for the Deseret News, talks with former Utah Democratic representative Scott Howell and Republican Party Chairman Derek Brown about their predictions for this year's election day. Boyd also speaks with Jennie Taylor, widow of fallen soldier Brent Taylor, about her husband's passion for the democratic process.
Inside Sources airs every Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on KSL News Radio 102.7 FM and 1160 AM
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Boyd's back! Inside Sources is please to welcome back Deseret News Opinion Page editor as its new, full-time host. Inside Sources will air from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Monday through Thursday on KSL News Radio 102.7 FM and 1160 AM.
On today's innagural show, Boyd talks with Salt Lake City Mayoral candidates Luz Escamilla an Erin Mendenhall as both women make one last bid for the capitol city Mayor's seat.
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Inside Sources guest host Doug Wright talks with Richard Williams, President of Dixie State University, about the changes and growth at the southern school. Doug also finds out what teal pumpkin meant on Halloween, and chats with Ben McAdams about impeachment votes.
Inside Sources airs Monday through Friday from 12:30-3:00 PM on KSL News Radio 102.7 FM and 1160 AM.
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Inside Sources guest host Doug Wright talks with Michelle Miller, Communications Director for the Pioneer Park Coalition, about how Utah residents can best help the homeless population as temperatures plummet this week.
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Inside Sources guest host Doug Wright talks about politics and the news of the day. UDOT Spokesperson John Gleason gives us some winter driving tips and Congress Chris Stewart and Rob Bishop weigh in on the impeachment vote.
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Doug Wright is joined by Hatch Family founder Steve Hatch to celebrate National Chocolate Day! They talk chocolate history, methodology, taste, and techniques as Doug samples some of the finest treats this side of the Mississippi.
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Guest hosts Mary Richards and Todd Weiler talk over the issues of the day including what they think about moving Halloween to the last Friday in Oct., how to talk to your teen about vaping, and the new campaign from the Utah Jazz aimed at preventing bad behavior at games.
Inside Sources airs every Monday through Friday on KSL News Radio 102.7 FM and 1160 AM from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM.
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Inside Sources guest host Doug Wright talks with Jon and Mary Kaye about their recent Russian residency and what's next on the agenda. Jon Jr. hasn't officially announced his run for Utah's next governor, but he says it's coming in the next two weeks.
Inside Sources airs every Monday through Friday from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM on KSL News Radio 102 FM and 1160 AM.
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Guest host Doug Wright recaps today's Salt Lake City Mayoral debate between Senator Luz Escamilla and Salt Lake Councilwoman Erin Mendenhall. Doug also speaks with Launi Harden, the President of the Utah Association of Pupil Transportation, on the concerning rise in the number of drivers illegally passing school buses.
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Inside Sources guest host Kirk Jowers speaks with Mitt Romney about the Senator's thoughts on the Syrian troop withdrawal, impeachment, vaping, among other topics of the day.
Inside Sources airs Monday through Friday from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM on KSL Newsradio 102.7 FM and 1160 AM.
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Inside Sources guest host Kirk Jowers sits down with former Utah Governor Jon Hunstman Jr. and his wife Mary Kaye. The Hunstmans recently returned back to the Beehive state after living in Russia for two year, where Jon was service as the Ambassador for the United States.
Inside Sources airs Monday through Friday on KSL News Radio 102.7 FM and 1160 AM from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM.
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Inside Sources welcomes Kirk Jowers as our guest host for the day. Kirk brings with him a powerhouse of Utah political names including gubernatorial candidate Jeff Burningham, Jon Huntsman Jr, Governor Gary Herbert, and Senator Mitt Romney.
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Inside Sources welcomes Casey Scott and Ben Horsley as today's guest hosts. Scott and Ben go over hot topics, weigh into whether or not we could move Halloween to the last Friday of Oct. each year, and talk to Salt Lake leaders on the issues facing our state's homeless population.
Inside Sources airs every Monday through Friday from 12:30-3:00 PM on KSL News Radio 102.7 FM and 1160 AM.
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Guest hosts Scott Howell and Jim Bennett go over the news of the day, including impeachment, the democratic debate, Syria, and other current events. They interview Councilwoman Corey Thomas about her issues with being stalked and what she's had to do to protect herself, they talk to Richard Davis about the recently announced vice presidential debate to take place in Utah next year, and ask municipal candidates to call in and talk about their campaigns.
Inside Sources airs live every weekday from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM on KSL News Radio 102.7 FM and 1160 AM.
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Once every 10 years our country is measured by census. This measurement impacts disbursement in billions of federal funds, city planning, federal and state representation, and much more. This year the U.S. Census Bureau hopes to get the most accurate count to date. Sergio Martinez, a Partnership Coordinator for the Census Bureau, joins guest host Greg Skordas to discuss new methods of collecting data, efforts to get an accurate count, and concerns over privacy and citizenship.
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Multiple recent news stories have painted police officers in a negative light, from the shooting in Ft. Worth to the delay in finding missing Utah tech entrepreneur Erin Valenti. How are local police departments impacted by negative press on a national level? How do they create positive relationships in their community with growing levels of distrust? West Jordan Police Chief Ken Wallentine joins guest host Greg Skordas to discuss these and other issues facing police in the area.
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Anyone who has looked out the window during an inversion can see the issue with particulates. But few people think about the problems with ozone, which is invisible. Representative Ben McAdams joins guest host Greg Skordas to discuss his new bipartisan legislation to release more funding for ozone studies.
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Many concerns have been raised about the proposed inland port in Salt Lake County. A new study by Envision Utah looks at some of the biggest and most common concerns. Envision Utah's president and COO Ari Bruening joins guest host Greg Skordal to discuss those concerns and what is being done to encourage responsible development in Utah.
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Utah recently opened two new multi-million dollar homeless resource centers. So why are women saying they can't find a place to sleep? Deseret News reporter Katie McKellar joins guest host Greg Skordas to explain what is happening and how officials and trying to resolve it.
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A former Cache Valley student is suing the school district and others after he claims his football coach forced him to play through a concussion, resulting in long-term injury. Deseret News reporter Amy Donaldson and Springville High School Athletic Director Lisa Walker join guest host and attorney Greg Skordas to discuss what training is required for coaches in Utah, troubling statistics about concussions in high school spots, and what the suit may mean for athletics in the state.
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Guest host Attorney Greg Skordas takes a look at the breaking news of the day and what you might have missed over the weekend. He talks Utah issues with Salt Lake City mayoral candidates Erin Mendenhall and Luz Escamilla. Dives deep into recent police officer-involved shootings and changes in statutes of limitation laws. And after a disturbingly violent parody video goes viral, he questions the use of violent rhetoric in today's political and social climate.
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Guest host Greg Skordas and producer Robynn Garfield go over the news of the day, including discussions about the current adoption ring scandal in Utah, the national impeachment updates, and how to best winterize your house for the upcoming cold weather.
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Guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy dig into the impeachment inquiry and the chaos that has become the American political system. Mitt Romney condemned President Donald Trump -- the strongest words to date from a Republican about the White House in the current era. Where are the statesmen and stateswomen? Steve thinks we're seeing one of them in Romney, for sure.
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It happens every spring and every fall. We change the clock, and we gripe about it. Is it time to either get rid of Daylight Saving Time altogether -- or leave the clocks on DST permanently? What would it take to ditch the switch?
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Amy Donaldson is a long-time sports reporter for the Deseret News, so she's a great person to have in studio to talk about paying college athletes. Is it time for pay to play to become the law of the land? What will it mean for college sports?
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Alan Matheson, the new executive director of the Point of the Mountain Land Authority, joins Amy and Steve to talk about what happens after the Utah state prison moves away from Draper. It's a unique opportunity, according to Matheson -- once the prison moves out, the area has a blank slate to do something big and important, whether that's economic, educational, or just social.
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Natalie Gochnour, Director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, joins the show to talk about how Utah can keep up with its explosive population growth. She told Rep. Steve Handy and Amy Donaldson about the state's growth dynamics. She says there are a few notable truths: growth is our constant companion, we've become a net in-migration state, and Utah is changing fast (we're getting older, our birth rates are slowing, our population center is moving south).
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Doug asks listeners: Are you reconsidering your vote for President Trump as Trump says some Utah voters are regretting vote for Sen. Mitt Romney. Doug has no second thoughts about his vote for Romney.
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Changing of the GOP in time of Trump, and president speaks about withdrawing US troops from Syria. "It's time to come back home," Trump says.
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Rep. Steve Eliason joins Rep. Steve Handy and Amy Donaldson to talk about Envision Utah's bold suggestion to raise teacher salaries. The proposal calls for increasing the average starting salary to $60,000, revamping the retirement plan, and providing better support. The goal is to improve both teacher recruitment and retention.
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Jon Cox with Rocky Mountain Power elaborates on the electric company's plans to move forward with more renewable energy and less reliance on coal. Wind and solar are picking up steam.
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Republican Rep. Chris Stewart talks about Trump's decision to withdraw US troops from Syria, calling it a "terrible mistake" against Kurds, who are a US ally.
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Rocky Mountain Power joins Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy in studio to talk about the utility's plans to increase renewable energy use over the next 20 years. What happens to coal and the coal industry? When solar and wind increase, what happens to our air? What do you do when the wind isn't blowing or the sun isn't shining?
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Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy play the audio from the brother of a man who was shot and killed by a Texas police officer who mistook his apartment for her own. He forgave the killer in court at her sentencing and asked if he could give her a hug in a moment that grabbed the world's attention.
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Listeners accuse Doug of being anti-Tump. He's not. Sen. Lindsay Graham knocks the president for withdrawing US troops from Syria.
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Guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy are set to cover everything from college sports to teacher pay to Utah's population growth and a lot more.
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President Trump goes after Sen. Romney as Utah Republican criticizes president for asking China for help on Biden probe.
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A UPS driver reached out to Doug to talk about his friend who was killed by a drunk driver, after our conversation with UHP about a 104 mile-per-hour speeder who turned out to have a blood-alcohol level more than three times the legal limit.
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Court issues stay as Manhattan DA seeks Trump tax returns surrounding hush payment to Stormy Daniels, Trump's decision to pull troops out of Syria.
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Sen. Kathleen Riebe, D-Cottonwood Heights, talks about her sex education bill coming up in 2020 with guest host Doug Wright. The democrat and teacher says it's past time we address how we teach kids about sex in the Utah schools.
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Doug Wright reads your texts and listens to your voicemails after a packed day talking about Ellen DeGeneres and former President George W. Bush, President Trump and Mitt Romney, and much more. We can't progress without compromise, Doug says -- and it sounds like our listeners agree.
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It's no secret that the relationship between President Donald Trump and Utah Sen. Mitt Romney, also a Republican, is tense these days. Now, reports are surfacing about mysterious "heavy hitter" political donors hinting about a Romney presidential run. Deseret News opinion editor Boyd Matheson breaks down what it means for politics and the race with guest host Doug Wright.
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Doug doesn't regret his vote for Sen. Mitt Romney.
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Erin Mendenhall, one of the two remaining candidates for Salt Lake City mayor, joins Doug Wright on Inside Sources to talk about her plans to make housing more affordable in SLC.
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Democrats in the Utah legislature unveiled a package of bills they say are all pro-family and deserve bipartisan support from state Republicans. Rep. Carol Spackman Moss, D-Holladay, is the House Minority Whip. She joins Doug Wright on Inside Sources.
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Someone clearly needed a little guidance this past Sunday morning around 8 am, when they were caught driving 104 miles an hour on I-215's westside belt. The Utah Highway Patrol says the driver's blood alcohol content level was .176 -- more than three times the legal limit! Doug Wright gets the latest with Sergeant Moreno of UHP.
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The "Instead Summit" just wrapped up in Park City, addressing the opioid epidemic in Utah. Attorney General Sean Reyes joined guest host Doug Wright to talk about the conversation on drug abuse -- whether street drugs or prescription painkillers -- in the state.
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Guest host Doug Wright talks about Ellen DeGeneres and her viral response to the hoopla over her friendship with former President George W. Bush. Doug loves what she had to say -- and wishes we could all be a little more kind to each other, whether we agree or not.
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John Sherman, Chief Information Officer of the Intelligence Community under the US Director of National Intelligence joins Doug Wright to talk about the cybersecurity symposium from the Hatch Foundation at Utah Valley University. They talked to students about what they need to do to keep America safe in the future from cyber threats.
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Doug talks about the latest on Romney, a second whistleblower, Ukraine phone call, and the impeachment inquiry.
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Guest host Doug Wright takes a closer look at vaping-related lung injury cases, and the first death in the state of Utah related to vaping illness. Are there reasons to keep e-cigarettes available -- for example, to those trying to quit smoking? Or are they just so dangerous at this point that we need to act now?
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Former VP Joe Biden, a Democratic candidate for president in 2020, says Republican President Donald Trump has officially committed impeachable acts. It's the first time Biden has actually called for impeachment. Guest host Doug Wright takes a look at the latest political wrinkles.
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Robynn quizzes Doug about the news of the day.
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Could the Utah Transit Authority find a way to make riding UTA buses, Trax and FrontRunner trains free to ride? Can our environment afford NOT to make the rides free? Guest host Doug Wright talks about the Orem to Provo bus line, which is free, with UTA spokesman Carl Arky. Turns out that free bus line rivals daily ridership on the Trax green line.
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Guest host Doug Wright couldn't resist the chance to talk about the eight or so AirBnB properties up for rent that are purported to be haunted. By the way -- one of those haunted houses is right here in Utah. Would you spend the night in a scary rental -- on purpose? We're not so sure, to be honest!
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An Arizona businessman who is licensed to practice adoption law in both Utah and Arizona is facing state and federal charges over an alleged scam involving pregnant women from the Marshall Islands. Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes joins guest host Doug Wright to help make sense of the accusations -- and what it means for the 70 or so adoptive parents at the heart of the scandal.
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Rep. Ben McAdams talks to Doug about medical cannibis and banking and the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump
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A tweet from the GM of the Houston Rockets went viral and sparked a firestorm. The NBA wound up trying to both apologize to China and support the rights of Americans to speak their minds freely about issues like protests in Hong Kong, with the end result that both sides seem to be pretty unhappy with professional basketball. What's more important? Your right to free speech or the money the league can get from China?
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Salt Lake City residents gave city leaders an earful about those rental electric scooters that are parked all over the downtown area. They're upset about people riding on the sidewalk, posing a hazard to pedestrians. Jon Larsen, SLC's Transporation Division Director, weighs in on what city leaders are doing to help regulate the ride and make things safer for everyone.
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Reporter Paul Nelson joins Doug Wright on Inside Sources to help explain the scandal involving pregnant women from the Marshall Islands. A licensed adoption attorney in Utah and Arizona, Paul Peterson, is accused of bringing pregnant women from the islands to the US to give birth, turning their babies over to him to adopt out to couples here.
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Vaping industry spokesman agrees with ban on THC and meth but objects to limits on flavoring and talks about industry's own legislative proposals.
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Guest host Doug Wright delves into the scandal involving a man licensed to handle adoptions in Utah and Arizona. Paul Peterson is accused of bringing women to the US from the Marshall Islands for the express purpose of providing babies to adoptive parents here. In addition, he is accused of defrauding the state of Arizona by helping those women apply for Medicaid, even though they had no plans to stay in the state.
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-Nathan Anderson of Union Pacific Railroad talks about the restored old-time locomotive making its way through Utah.
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Envision Utah says the state needs to offer much higher average starting salaries for teachers, after their study looking at how to recruit and retain the best educators. In addition to a starting rate of $60,000 annually, they're recommending sweeping changes to the retirement benefits and more. Guest host Doug Wright breaks down the group's recommendations with Ari Bruening, Envision Utah's president and COO.
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On the heels of guest host Doug Wright's conversation with the Utah Department of Environmental Quality's Air Quality Policy Section Leader, Mark Berger, Doug wanted to learn more about new clean air grants for Salt Lake City. He's joined by Tom Carter of UCAIR, the Utah Clean Air Partnership.
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The Trump administration is lowering the cap on refugees accepted into the United States to 18,000. As Salt Lake City is a refugee resettlement city, guest host Doug Wright wanted to know what that means for Utah and its residents.
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Who should be Utah's next governor? Who would you like to see run for the office? Guest host Doug Wright asks for your thoughts on Utah politics. Text us at 57500.
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Jean Hill, a member of the Salt Lake Valley Coalition to End Homelessness, joins Inside Sources guests host Doug Wright to talk about progress in Salt Lake City on the homeless problem. New resource centers are delayed but still coming -- what does that mean for the shelters still operating this fall?
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Guest host Doug Wright talks air quality with Mark Berger, the Utah Department of Environmental Quality's Air Quality Policy Section Manager.
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Greg Miller might be one of the most familiar names in Utah -- the son of former Jazz owner Larry H. Miller, he's a prominent businessman with deep roots in Utah. But he's decided he will not run for governor in the state. He joins guest host Doug Wright to explain why.
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Guest host Doug Wright listens in as President Donald Trump takes questions from reporters in the midst of accusations from a whistleblower. The whistleblower claimed Mr. Trump illegally asked Ukraine to investigate a political rival. In the reporter Q&A, the president called the whistleblower's report a hoax and possibly treason.
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Doug Wright talks with Dave Damschen, State of Utah Treasurer, about unclaimed money. We also discuss earthquake preparedness, what to expect in this year's deer hunt, and how Utah stacks up as far as salaries go.
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Doug talks about Kamala Harris's call to revoke Trump's twitter account.
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Doug digests the recent Utah Annual Report on Homelessness
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Jennifer Graham from the Deseret News will talk about her recent article on Bernie Sanders pitch to buy medical debt
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Valerie Wilde from the Mayor's office on the recent motion filed in the Inland Port lawsuit
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Laura Haskell in-studio to talk about the Governor's announcement that Utah is no longer in a drought
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Doug talks about Kamala Harris's call to revoke Trump's twitter account
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Lani Eggersten-Goff from Housing and Neighborhood Development talks about affordable housing in Salt Lake City.
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Former Attorney General Mark Shurtleff talks to Doug about his $600,000 legal settlement with the state.
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Doug talks about more legislative moves surrounding limits on teen vaping.
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State Rep. Norm Thurston talks about his bill to ban flavors for vaping.
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Doug looks back on radio of yesteryear and what's ahead on today' show.
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Producer Robynn Garfield tests Doug's knowledge of the news of the day.
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Guest host Doug Wright and producer Robynn Garfield talks about the news of the day to see what Doug knows.
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Guest host Doug Wright tackles a rainbow of topics including updates from Utah party heads Jeff Merchant and Derek Brown. He also go in-depth on the possibility of Utah going keeping daylight savings year-round. Also, a condor chick has fledged in Zion National Park, listen in to find out what that means.
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Inside Sources producer Robynn Garfield co-hosts the show with Granite School District School spokesman Ben Horsley.
Ben and Robynn talk about impeachment, we talk about the United Utah Party with Jim Bennett, and discuss the importance of the flu vaccination with epidemiologist Keegan Mcaffrey.
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Our guest host for the week, Doug Wright, continues to cover the on-going impeachment inquiry announcement made by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi on Tuesday. Doug goes over the transcripts from the infamous telephone and speaks with current and former Utah lawmakers about their reaction to the news. Joining Doug on-air is former Utah congressman Chris Cannon, Representative John Curtis, and Bill Wyatt from the Salt Lake City Airport to give us an update on the construction there.
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Utah has the fifth-highest suicide rate in the country. But there are new strides in helping reverse this trend. Lt. Governor Spencer Cox joins guest host Doug Wright to discuss some of the good news.
The Utah Department of Health offers suicide prevention help at utahsuicideprevention.org/suicide-prevention-basics. The National Suicide Prevention Hotline is 1-800-273-8255. Help is also available through the SafeUT app.
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Often people associate forgetfulness with advancing age. But a Utah doctor says this can be helped through an annual test. Dr. Norman Foster is a professor in the Department of Neurology and Director of Center for Alzheimer’s Care, Imaging and Research at the University of Utah. He joins Doug Wright to discuss the test and treatment options for people.
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Across the United States there has been a sharp increase in hate crimes against minorities, Jews, homosexuals and more. How is this happening in our country? Jay Jacobson is the Chair of the Antisemitism and Community Relations Task Force of the United Jewish Federation of Utah. He joins guest host Doug Wright to discuss the issue and what can be done by people here in Utah to reverse the trend. Then Representative Patrice Arent joins Doug to discuss the Voices Against Hate event at the Jewish Community Center.
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Beto O'Rourke recently made headlines during the Democratic Debate when he stated that they were going to take people's guns. Can the government really do that? Clark Aposhian, Chairman of the Utah Shooting Sports Council, joins guest host Doug Wright to discuss if and how that could work.
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Ski season is almost here and the number of cars traveling through sometimes dangerous canyons will soon increase. The additional number of accidents and increased pollution have many concerned. Solitude will now charge for parking in an effort to encourage patrons to use alternate transportation methods. Is this the best solution and will other resorts follow suit? Guest host and avid skier Doug Wright is joined by UDOT Project Manager John Thomas takes a look at the issue.
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Weston Barnett was on the third day of a kayaking adventure with his friends on the Great Salt Lake when the weather turned and the lake became treacherous. He joins guest host Doug Wright to give a first hand account of his experience and explain why rescuers nicknamed him the "Dude in a Tube".
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Max Curtis and Ari Grace join Doug Wright to talk about their work and involvement with the National Climate Change Strike. As global temperatures rise, the younger generation is rising as well to call on world government organizations to enact productive, science-based laws that they hope will reverse current and future climate issues.
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It's a Hinkley Institute takeover! Jason Perry, Morgan Lyon Cotti and Natalie Tippets from the University of Utah's Hinkley Institute of Politics team up for today's show and bring with them a diverse list of Utah politicians and community figures to talk over currents events and state policies. We go to Nevada for an update on the Area 51 raid, talk over what's next for medical cannabis with Senator Evan Vickers, talk women in politics with Sofia Dicaro, among many other topics and conversations.
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It's time to wrap up the show, but we would be remiss if we didn't make sure you knew about Sean Spicer's stint, however brief, on Dancing with the Stars. The former White House spokesperson not only believes his ouster on the show was rigged, he thinks it's retaliation for his Christian beliefs. Or at least, that's what he said in a Tweet that was later deleted.
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One of the items addressed by the Utah legislature in its special session this week was approving a $1.5 million settlement with former Attorney General John Swallow. Swallow left office in the midst of criminal proceedings that ultimately wound up being dismissed in court. Jim Bennett, one of this week's guest hosts, says he thinks the state made the right call to settle. That's because Jim sued the state back when he ran for Congress -- in order to get on the ballot as a third-party candidate. And he knows the state of Utah lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in fighting his lawsuit, when they could have just put him on the ballot in the first place.
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Producer Robynn Garfield provides an update on what happened as state lawmakers convened in special session on Utah's Capitol Hill. The biggest item on the agenda was medical marijuana -- a bill to "fix" what was wrong or lacking in the compromise law that replaced Proposition 2, the voters' initiative.
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The football season is off to a great start for the University of Utah. The Utes are number 10 in the nation. USC -- the University of Southern California -- is up next on the schedule. While BYU was able to knock off the Trojans in overtime, Utah hasn't won at USC in over 100 years. So... we brought in KSL.com sports guru Josh Furlong to armchair quarterback the upcoming matchup.
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New numbers from the Utah Department of Health seems to suggest we're doing a better job of keeping kids safe while playing sports like football. But now we may want to look at other aspects of childhood life. The stats released this week showed kids were more likely to suffer concussions doing mundane things at school -- recess, PE, just walking to the lunchroom -- than playing football. Traci Barney from UDOH weighs in. Plus, guest host Jill Atwood fills in co-host Jim Bennett on traumatic brain injury at the Veterans Administration and how the VA is helping families.
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Dan Garfield, the VP of Marketing for Codefresh, joins guest hosts Jim Bennett and Jill Atwood live in studio to talk about why the Bay Area company would consider moving to Utah and its Silicon Slopes instead of staying put in Silicon Valley. And because we can, we also geek out about all things Marvel and Spider-Man.
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Reporters Heather Kelly and John Wojcik join guest hosts Jill Atwood and Jim Bennett to talk about wildfires burning in Tooele County and Davis County - and what progress crews are making.
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Producer Robynn Garfield is in-studio to see just exactly what guest hosts Jill Atwood and Jim Bennett know about the week in news so far.
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"The best politics you have is when you have good solid opposition, and you can work together." That's what Scott Howell said to wrap up Inside Sources as he and Jim Bennett guest hosted. Jeff Caplan joins.
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Jim Bennett and Scott Howell may not agree on everything, but they can agree to be disagreeable. Which is good, because our texters always keep it nice and disagreeable in the studio. (Don't worry, we love getting your texts at 57500. Keep 'em coming!) Here's another thing Jim & Scott agree on: President Trump's promise to erase the National Debt still has a long way to go.
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Scott Howell and Jim Bennett break down the latest round of democratic presidential debates. Do the Democrats have anything to say that's worth hearing? What exactly are they driving toward in 2020? Both Jim and Scott wonder if Democrats are so spread out on all of the possible policies and platforms that they don't have enough of a central focus. Oh, and by the way -- how do you pay for it?
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The United Utah Party's Richard Davis joins Jim Bennett and Scott Howell on Inside Sources to talk about the third party's latest initiative. The United Utah Party, for which Jim ran for Congress not that long ago, is behind a ballot initiative to limit terms of Utah state officials including governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, state auditor, state house and state senate, etc. There would be no lifetime ban, so someone wanting to serve longer could leave office and then come back. And while we're at it -- has it become too hard to launch a voter initiative?
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Jim Bennett and Scott Howell dive deep on the attacks on Saudi Arabian oil. Is there a connection to the potential oil resources in Utah? We have a lot of oil in shale, particularly in eastern Utah and the Four Corners region. Where does Iran fit in? How are President Trump's tweets affecting the whole thing? And how can Utah help?
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Former Utah Sen. Steve Urquhart joins Scott Howell and Bob Bennett to talk about his Utah Initiative Protection Act. It's a plan that would protect, as he puts it, the will of the people. Back in 2018, Utah voters approved Proposition 2, which would have legalized medical marijuana. Then, the legislature made changes to the voter initiative through a compromise bill that replaced it, raising questions about the legislature's power to undo citizen initiatives. Urquhart says the UIPA would help protect ballot initiatives like Prop 2 from legislative meddling.
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Scott Howell and Jim Bennett continue to tackle homelessness in Salt Lake City with Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes. Howell describes Hughes as the person who helped launch Operation Rio Grande, which sparked a movement for change to help the homeless in Utah. Part of that goes back to the Pioneer Park Coalition, which championed the idea of transitioning from homeless shelters to resource centers.
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Preston Cochrane, executive director of the Shelter the Homeless board, joins Jim Bennett and Scott Howell to talk about a new approach to homelessness in Utah. After taking a long hard look at the old way of helping the homeless, Utah leaders realized something had to change, so they built new shelters aimed at addressing a variety of needs - from women's and men's issues to family shelters and more.
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OK, now that you know who Jim Bennett and Scott Howell, let's talk about what you don't know about today's guest hosts. Did you know Scott's parents (both BYU grads) raised him on a ranch in rural Utah, then moved to the city and sent him to Skyline High School, where he played football and earned a scholarship to Dixie State University? Howell served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in England, worked for IBM for 34 years, and has four sons. Jim's family roots go way back in Utah -- his grandfather's name is on the federal building. Jim spent the first six years of his life in Washington, D.C., then lived in California for most of his childhood. He majored in theatre at USC and thought he would become an actor. (Look for him in the movie "The Home Teachers.") And did you know Jim auditioned for the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square by accidentally sending in a Prince CD? #Awkward #oops
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Today's guest hosts are Scott Howell and Jim Bennett, both big names in local news. Bennett was the first-ever candidate for congress from the United Utah Party and hosts the Dinner Table Politics podcast on KSL NewsRadio. (He's also the son of the late Senator Bob Bennett, a well-known Republican.) Howell ran for Senate as a Democrat in 2000 and 2012 has strong opinions about gerrymandering in Utah.
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The Supreme Court has ruled partisan elections for school board elections are constitutional. What will this mean for the state of Utah's education and how will these elections shake out on the local level? State Senator Todd Weiler joins Ben and Scott to talk about how this issue is playing out here in the Beehive State.
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Firearms instructor Clark Aposhian joins the conversation to talk about universal background checks for gun purchases in Utah. With Red Flag Laws on the books in Utah and a series of mass shootings in recent months, what do Utahns think about increased security around gun control laws and background checks?
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Ben and Scott welcome Dave Durocher, Managing Director of The Other Side Academy, a school in Salt Lake City aimed at helping the most at-risk populations in Utah. Students might attend the academy in lieu of service legal sentences, or may be looking for a way to change the course of their lives away from addictions and homelessness.
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Utah State Senate President Stewart Adams joins Ben and Scott to talk about the upcoming special legislative session. The session will focus on Utah's medical cannabis laws and what's being done to ensure the roll of out of Proposition 2 by next March.
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Inside Sources is excited to welcome Granite School District PIO Ben Horsley and former Utah State Senator Scott Howell as guests hosts on today's show. In this segment, Scott and Ben introduce themselves and producer Robynn Garfield joins the discussion to kick off our first ever guest host news quiz (name pending).
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The Utah Humanities Book Festival is almost underway with a full schedule of events spanning September through November around the Salt Lake Valley. Willy Palomo from Utah Humanities joins Amy and Steve to talk about what people can expect from the book festival and the details of the event.
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Former Congressman Joe Walsh joins Steve and Amy to talk about his recent candidacy announcement. On August 25, Walsh announced his intent to run against President Donald Trump as a Republican candidate in the 2020 general election. Walsh pulls no punches when it comes to criticizing the president, and says he stepped up because no one else had.
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Guest hosts Steve Handy and Amy Donaldson talk with member from Honor 365 and Colonial Flag about the ways these groups are working to remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Events are planned around the state today to commemorate the 18th anniversary of the terrorist attacks.
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On Monday's show, host Lindsay Aerts talked about her experiences with postpartum mood disorder and how she found help. After the show, we received a few texts from listeners asking where to find the best resources for help for PPD. Producer Robynn Garfield joins Brooke and Casey in this segment to talk about her own experiences with PPD and gives some resources to help new mothers.
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On September 21, NuHope Utah is sponsoring a walk in Ogden to raise awareness for suicide prevention. Kristi Jones with Intermountain Health talks about what the walk means for survivors and family members impacted by suicide and how we as a community can help prevent future death. Along with Kristy, Margaret Jackson talks with Casey and Brooke about her son who lost his life 19 years ago and how she's found help and healing through the years.
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BJ Strigham from Utah Woolen Mills talks to Casey and Brooke about a special program called Suited for Good. UWM has given suits to over 850 men in need over the last three years, and has brought hope and a fresh start to so many lives.
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On Sept. 21, Dr. Matt Woolly is participating in an event with KSL around the issues surrounding teens and mental health. On today's show, Woolly gives Casey and Brooke some solid advice on how to talk to teens about their emotional health, and warning signs to look for when it comes to teens and suicide.
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As we continue our coverage for National Suicide Prevention Day, we pause for a moment to remember what makes life rich and enjoyable. In this segment, KSL's own work family share moments from their lives when someone performed a random act of kindness on their behalf.
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No one should suffer alone. We have all struggled with problems and we can all be part of the solution. Guest hosts Lindsay and Scott sum up how different struggles relate. They are joined by Senator Luz Escamilla who shares the efforts to stop bullying in the state.
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Guest host Casey Scott shares his story of addiction and depression. He and Lindsay are joined by Emily Capito, a licensed clinical social worker at Pinnacle Recovery Center, and Barry Rose, clinical manager for the Uni Crisis Line. They discuss the struggles people in Utah face with addiction and depression and the resources available to help them.
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Post-partum depression and anxiety are frequently minimized or dismissed altogether, but its consequences can be very serious. Brook Dorff, Maternal Mental Health Specialist at the Utah Department of Health, joins Lindsay and Casey to discuss the many symptoms post-partum women can experience and what resources are available to help. Then Leslie Lungren, host of the 'Phoenix Rising' podcast, joins the conversation to share her multi-year experience with post-partum depression and how she got the help she needed.
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Over 90 percent of women experience some sort of mental health issues following the birth of a child. This might be anything from milk anxiety to major depression. Lindsay talks about her experiences with post-partum mood issues and how she and her family found her help during dark days.
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Linday Aerts and Casey Scott, today's guest hosts, introduce themselves and talk about what's coming up on the show. KSL NewsRadio's Kelli Piece joins the duo in studio to talk about the different fires burning around the state.
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Lee's father, Bob Lonsberry, became a radio host in 1992. Since then, he's had a chance to work with his dad as well as have his own experiences in radio. Lee shares his experience of returning to his roots.
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The Great Utah State Fair kicked off today. Fair board member Wade Garrett joins Lee to provide an inside look at the events for this year's fair.
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ABC correspondent Pete Combs joins Lee to provide an update on Hurricane Dorian from North Carolina. Then Lee is joined by Salt Lake City mayoral candidate Erin Mendenhall joins Lee to discuss the race and her goals for the city.
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Congressman Chris Stewart has represented Utah in congress since 2012. He sits on the House Committee on Intelligence and also helped create the national suicide prevention hotline number. He shares experiences and announces the new 3 digit national suicide prevention hotline number.
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The University of Utah is now 100% tobacco free. After a year of educating visitors and students, the university is now enforcing their tobacco ban. The ban includes smoking, vaping, chewing tobacco and all other tobacco products. Kristi Holt and Robyn Marcus from the university join Lee to discuss the background of the movement and what it means for faculty, staff, students and visitors to the campus.
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Past polls have found people rank the U.S. Congress lower than cockroaches, traffic jams and root canals. But Lee invites you to look at evidence that there is work being done in Washington.
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Utah's very wet winter has created a lot of fuel for wildfires. BYU is studying how different plants burn and what chemicals they give off when they burn. Dr. Thomas Fletcher, BYU Professor of Chemical Engineering, joins Lee to discuss their research and what they hope to do to help fire managers.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently dedicated a temple in Haiti. KSL's Mary Richards was in attendance and joins Lee to describe the experience of attending that event. She says the people expressed that even if the world has forgotten about Haiti, the temple shows the Lord has not.
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Six major events are occurring in and around Salt Lake City this weekend. They are anticipated to attract about 200,000 people. KSL reporter Paul Nelson joins Lee to discuss just how the city is preparing for all these events.
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One of the highlights of this year's state fair is the Day of "WRECK"ONING Demolition Derby. Lee put out a call to listeners to help him find someone who could help explain the derby and they came through. Derby arena official Cody Wing joins Lee in studio to discuss what makes a successful demolition derby.
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Lee's wife is having a baby and there are plenty of things he wants to know. Erin Shepherd, a licensed clinical social worker, joins Lee to discuss the signs of and treatment options for post-partum depression. Then Kristi Ridd-Young of Utah's Douala and Midwives Association joins Lee to discuss options women have to help during the birthing process.
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After recent mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, and Odessa, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon announced the company will stop selling certain ammunition and guns. Clark Aposhian, chairman of the Utah Shooting Sports Council, joins Lee to discuss what this move means for Walmart, sportsmen, and others.
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The last time residents of Weber County looked at changing how they are governed was nearly 30 years ago. Jenny Taylor joins Lee to discuss the efforts of her late husband and others on the Weber County Forward initiative to revisit how Weber County is governed.
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Almost 70% of drug-related deaths in Utah involve opioids. Gary Edwards, Executive Director of the Salt Lake County Health Department, joins Lee to discuss a new federal grant from the Department of Justice to help address the opioid epidemic in the area.
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The Great Utah State Fair has roots going back to the 1856 Deseret Fair. Producer Robynn Garfield joins Lee to discuss experiences from past fairs and what visitors can expect from this year's fair.
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After one of the wettest winters on record resulted excessive new weed and grass growth, Utah's firefighters have had to deal with several fast-moving wildfires. Utah Division of Fire, Forestry and State Lands' Jason Curry gives us an update on the Green Ravine fire and what firefighters are doing to address the fire concerns this season.
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Today's show is jam-packed with current topics and great guests. From Gary Edwards discussing Salt Lake City's opioid grant to Clark Aposhian weighing in on Walmart's gun ban, Lee looks at topics impacting our state and nation.
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DUDE! It's not every day you get to hang out with a skateboarding legend like Tony Hawk. But that's what happened to KSL Newsradio's John Wojcik. Hawk came to help open a new skatepark at the Utah State Fairgrounds and praised Salt Lake City as a skateboard and skateboarder-friendly state.
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An order from the Secretary of the Interior means electric bicycles - e-bikes - could be coming soon to a National Park near you. (And guess what? Utah has more than its fair share of those!) Guest host Lee Lonsberry talks about e-bikes with the acting director of the National Park Service, Dan Smith, and Matt Passey with Blue Monkey Bikes.
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We could learn within the next 30 days whether Salt Lake City, and specifically the University of Utah, will be chosen to host a 2020 presidential debate. Thomas Wright with the Utah Debate Commission, who is also a member of the Republican National Committee, joins guest host Lee Lonsberry to talk about what happens next in politics ahead of the 2020 election.
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Joe Dougherty with Utah's Department of Emergency Services joins guest host Lee Lonsberry to talk about what Utah can learn from Hurricane Dorian -- as well as how Utah is being called on to help the states affected. We also check in with meteorologist Kevin Eubank to learn about the science of hurricanes.
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Guest host Lee Lonsberry talks about red flag laws - also known as ERPOs, or extreme risk protection orders - with Rep. John Curtis, a member of Congress representing Utah, and Carrie Butler, the policy director of Action Utah. Critics say red flag laws are too restrictive and infringe on their right to bear arms. Supporters say it's common sense gun control with built-in safeguards against abuse.
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Guest host Lee Lonsberry brings in reporter Paul Nelson and state Rep. Casey Snider, who also is a volunteer firefighter, to update the situation with the Snoqualmie Fire burning above Layton.
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Guest host Lee Lonsberry introduces himself. As Doug Wright's former producer, he's very familiar with KSL, even though these days, he works closely with Congressman Rob Bishop in Washington.
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What animals should be allowed where? What does the law say about animals in stores and other public places? Dave Davis, President of the Utah Food Industry Association, joins guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy to discuss the issues food retailers deal with to try and provide the best environment for all their customers.
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A new survey says Utahn's oppose a gas tax to pay for roads and also oppose tolls to pay for roads. So how do we pay for desperately needed roads? Utah Department of Transportation Executive Director Carlos Braceras joins guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy to what we need to do to provide for transportation needs now and in the future.
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Most adults understand the dangers of guns, but how do we teach that to kids? Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes joins guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy to discuss the new gun safety initiative in Utah schools as well as his efforts on student loan forgiveness for veterans. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 3 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Some holidays, such as New Years, seem like a time people expect a higher possibility of drunk drivers. But why is UHP ramping up their checkpoints for Labor Day? Director of the Utah Highway Patrol Col. Mike Rappich joins guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy to clear up some misconceptions and encourage people to enjoy their holiday weekend responsibly.
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The demand for locally grown produce is skyrocketing. Jack Wilbur of the Utah Department of Agriculture and local farmer Jordan Riley join guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy to discuss efforts to meet the demand and expand availability of locally grown produce.
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Salt Lake City is preparing to host the world championship for the Vans Park Series skateboard competition. Jeff Robbins of the Utah Sports Commission joins guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy to discuss the new park Vans built in Utah for the championship, skateboarding in the Olympics, and expanding the draw of different kinds of sports to Utah.
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Sarah Benj, the ADA coordinator for Salt Lake City, joins guest hosts Amy Donaldson and Rep. Steve Handy to discuss her recent appearance in front of the UN and efforts to improve accessibility for all people in Salt Lake City.
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With last year's announcement that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints would be pulling out of its involvement with The Boy Scouts of America, many in Utah are wondering what is going to be the future of the scouting program here. Steve and Amy talk with Scout Executive Alan Endicott about what the Beehive State can expect from Scouts in years to come.
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Once a year, KSL sponsors a telethon to support foster care and adoption. Today, we talk to Ellie and Shawn, a mother and daughter brought together by adoption through the Utah foster care program. Wednesday's Child focuses on raising funds to help find forever homes for older children living in the foster system in the state of Utah.
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Amy and Steve talk with representatives from Soroptimus International, A global volunteer organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment. Soroptimus aims to help women and girls live their dreams by providing financial assistance and guidance in outreach programs all over the world.
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In this segment, Steve and Amy introduce themselves and talk about Amy's recent experiences at the U.N. conference held in downtown Salt Lake City this week. For the first time ever, the U.N. held its Civil Society Conference outside of New York City; the theme of this year's conference has focused on sustainability.
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BYU and University of Utah will open their football seasons with a rivalry that has spanned decades. NFL legends Tim Hightower and Shawn Barton join guest host Kirk Jowers to break down the game and share their predictions.
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Utah regularly falls mid-pack nationally in rankings for public education. The Eccles family has a long history of investing in education and Spencer Eccles believes Utah can become the top state for education. He joins guest host Kirk Jowers to discuss his recent editorial and how this could work into his potential run for governor.
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President Donald Trump is able to regularly dominate media and control public conversation. How does he do this? Ben Wilson, podcaster for “How to Take Over the World”, joins guest host Kirk Jowers to discuss how Trump has accomplished this and what strategies others might use to grab some attention.
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Greg Hughes spent 15 years in Utah’s House of Representatives including 3 years as speakers. He has a passion for issues affecting the state, including the opioid epidemic. Now people want to know if he is going to bring that passion to a run for governor. Guest host Kirk Jowers asks the question.
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Representative Ben McAdams is a quarter of the way through his first term in Congress. He joins guest host Kirk Jowers to discuss what he’s been able to accomplish and what he still wants to do.
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Utah ranks 5th in the nation for death by suicide and it is the leading cause of death for people in the state between the ages of 10 and 24. Yet we rank 51st in the nation for adult mental health care and our youth mental health care is also overloaded. How do we fix this problem?
Morrisa Henn and Travis Mickleson of Intermountain Healthcare join guest host Kirk Jowers to discuss efforts to make Utah a Zero Suicide state. Then Laura Summer and Greg Bell of the Kem C. Garner Policy Institute at the University of Utah join Kirk to discuss the results of a recent study on Utah’s mental health system.
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Immigration reform is a hot button topic. Some are calling for greater compassion while others want to see the law more rigidly enforced. Can these two ideas co-exist? Deseret News reporter Erica Evans just returned for the border and shares insight from her time there.
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The feeling of being somewhere you don’t deserve to be is not uncommon. Jennifer Seltzer Stitt, Director of Community Relations at Salt Lake Community College, shares some ideas with Boyd about how to own your success.
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President Trump wrestles with new challenges in the relationship between China and the United States, including newly announced tariffs and protests in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, the world watches to see what he’ll do at the G7 summit.
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Boyd takes a deeper look at today’s breaking news, including China’s recent announcement on tariffs, the passing of David Koch, and cancer treatments for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg
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For over 40 years, Brad Rock has been a dominant voice in Utah Sports. Fittingly his final piece will be on the BYU - University of Utah rivalry. The “Rockmonster” shares some of his favorite moments with Boyd.
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In George Washington's "Rules for Civility," we can learn important lessons that still apply to us today.
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In a good economy it is very difficult to defeat an incumbent. What happens if the economy slides? How would that impact President Trump's reelection campaign?
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President Trump has continually touted the increase in employment across the US. Numbers from the Labor Department are saying differently. What does this mean for the workforce in the United States? ABC's Andy Field joins Boyd to explain.
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One of Andrew Yang's policy positions is to modernize voting with blockchain voting. What is blockchain voting? What are the ethical implications? Neil Bly joins Boyd to discuss.
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Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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What are fake memories? Can fake memories come from fake news? Dr. Ciara Greene of University College Dublin joins Boyd to discuss what research is saying about the role of fake news in creating false memories that align with political beliefs.
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Cindy McCain, the late Senator John McCain’s wife, has spoken out about bullying in the past. This week she wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post. Her topic? Civility.
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Vice President Mike Pence is in Utah and this morning he spoke with leaders of The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and at Merit Medical. What was discussed? Boyd breaks it down. Sen
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Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd by phone to discuss his keynote speech at the Guatemala National Prayer Breakfast. Why is prayer important in? Senator Lee says, “It’s important to focus on what unites us, not divides us.” Senator Lee also shares his experience meeting with the President of Guatemala to discuss immigration and asylum issues.
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How do we have better conversations with our kids as they are growing up? Licensed clinical social worker Erin Shepard joins Boyd to discuss how we can have less interrogative conversations with our kids and how to fostering space for better conversations.
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President Trump floated the idea of buying Greenland several times? Why? How has this impacted the relationship between the Danish Prime Minister and the United States?
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Deseret News staff writer Herb Scribner joins Boyd to pick apart the musical leanings of the presidential candidates. Some picks are no big surprise (Trump likes Macho Man...) but other choices are less obvious.
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Boyd talks with Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez about her first year at the school and her role in the upcoming United Nations Civil Society Conference held here in Salt Lake City August 26-28 at the Salt Palace. Utah Valley University is the only university in Utah with affiliated membership with the United Nations Department of Public Education.
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Boyd continues the conversation around the McCain foundations campaign to encourage citizens to engage in #actsofcivility. On the one year anniversary of Senator John McCain's death, his family and foundation are hoping to spark random act of civility to honor his life and legacy.
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On the one year anniversary of the death of Senator John McCain, his foundation is issuing a call for acts of civility around the country. The campaign is aimed at helping American citizens engage in productive ways to serve the country and its population. Boyd reads texts from listeners who are already participating in the movement with the hashtag #actsofcivility.
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What makes the difference between the average "how was your day" questions we ask and the kind of questions that will make kids really think about their day?
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President Trump gave a few quick comments yesterday on rumors that the economy is about to take a dive. Citing recent numbers from retail giant Walmart, Trump says the murmurings about impending economic woes are unfounded.
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President Gilbert Clark talks with Boyd about the challenges universities are facing when it comes to helping students graduate and enter the job world with success. Dropout rates are increasing and schools like BYU through Pathways Worldwide are developing creative new ways to support students throughout the entire education process.
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Naomi Watkins is the Director of Education for Better Days, a non-profit aimed at educating the public about Utah's rich women's history. Watkins talks with Boyd about significant moment in local women's history and the importance of telling these stories again and again.
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Boyd hashes out the latest on the campaign trail. Kamala Harris continues to slip in the polls as Biden pull ahead with a new ad touting his record and values.
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Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib issued strong statements yesterday regarding their Israeli travel restrictions. Should Israel ban two U.S. congresswomen, what would be a strong justification, and do Tlaib and Omar meet those qualifications based on their past statements on Israel?
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Historian David Barton joins Boyd to discuss the importance of community and how community has shaped our nation's history. Rhe first four battles fought in the American Revolution were all carried out by local communities standing up and taking action-what is the role community plays in our current society?
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Boyd continues the conversation about back-to-school stress. How do we help teens manage homework while being supportive and helpful? What are the best ways to keep kids on-task and help them succeed?
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Jenny Howe talks about strategies for parents when it comes to dealing with stressed out school kids. School can cause anxiety for students, but Howe talks about ways parents can dissipate the stress and help their kids succeed and manage their time effectively.
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Boyd chats with Utah Senator Mitt Romney about his work in Washington and what he's doing to bridge the political divisions on Capital Hill. Romney defends the need for state's rights and what the future of conservatism might look like.
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Boyd chats with Lt. Governor Spencer Cox about a recent article Cox authored titled 'Why Service'?. In a modern era of political disillusionment, Cox argues that service should be the focus of civil participation both on a national level and in small acts here in the Beehive State.
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Boyd gives an update on the 2020 presidential candidate.Who is pulling ahead and who is falling behind in the polls? Rumors abound as a few republicans consider challenging Trump's nomination, and the democrats continue to campaign for a seat in the White House.
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Hong Kong continues its 10th week of protests with peaceful demonstrations this last week. A new survey says 56% of U.S. voters believe that the US should remain neutral in the confrontation between the protesters in Hong Kong and China.
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The big things in life tend to take care of themselves, but often it is what we do with the little things that either holds us back or propels us forward to the accomplishment of a goal or objective. During challenging times, doing the little things well is even more important.
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One year ago on August 16, 2018 President Russell M. Nelson, President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issued a statement on using the correct name of the Church:
"The Lord has impressed upon my mind the importance of the name he has revealed for his church, even the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, we have worked before us to bring ourselves in harmony with his will."
One year later Boyd Matheson sat down with President M. Russell Ballard and Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Church’s Quorum of the Twelve Apostles to discuss how the emphasis on the name of the church has influenced church members, the media and people around the world along with a look at what lies ahead for the international church.
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America is always better when we address our difficulties with big ideas along with open, honest and even roiling debate. Yes, big battles about big ideas and principles are at the heart of the American experiment. We need to remember that having a big debate or a fundamental disagreement doesn’t mean that we have to be mean, or even demeaning, to those we disagree with. The marketplace of ideas that is America need not be an isolated ideological battlefield — we can do better.
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Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has denied entry to Reps. Tlaib and Omar. ABC News Correspondent Rachel Scott joins to discuss.
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Great leaders have an ability to frame the conversation. What lessons can we learn from the constitution about leadership? Cevin Ormond joins Boyd to discuss.
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People are more skeptical than in earlier times. Only 36% of American adults believe the official story that Epstein committed suicide and 9% think that Epstein faked his death, escaped prison, and is alive somewhere. Trust in the federal government has decreased through the years. What does this really mean for society today? Pollster Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to discuss.
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Protests in Hong Kong have escalated. What is America's role in the freedom of other countries? John Kasich shared his opinion on CNN today about which side he thinks President Trump should be on.
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How are the presidential candidates in congress doing in their day job? What percentage of the votes in the House or the Senate have they missed? How many bills have they sponsored or cosponsored?
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Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry joins Boyd to discuss his thoughts on the outcomes of the Salt Lake City mayoral race and upcoming gubernatorial race.
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Governor John Hickenlooper officially dropped out of the presidential race today in a three minute video. His pivot? To seriously consider a run for United States Senate in Colorado. Beto O’Rourke revamped his campaign today but Boyd thinks he made some big mistakes.
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Why is it we can't get the spending in congress under control? James Wallner joins Boyd to discuss why they have no desire to.
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In an exclusive interview with The Deseret News, Senator Jeff Flake discussed his role in the country and the senate and what it's like being the man in the middle. He joins Boyd to discuss.
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In a close race, Erin Mendenhall declared victory in the Salt Lake City mayoral primary. In a crowded race with eight other candidates, Councilwoman Mendenhall walked away with 6,924 votes with Senator Jim Dabakis and Senator Luz Escamilla close behind. Erin joins Boyd to discuss what comes next.
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Several of the democratic candidates are looking to reboot their campaigns. Here's why it's harder than you think.
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Many are asking why the stock market is fluctuating so much. Is the tariffs? Is it President Trump's rhetoric? Does it have to do with Hong Kong? Is it uncertainty? Zions Bank Senior Economist Robert Spendlove explains.
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One may reasonably ask, “Will America be OK?” America’s leading voices including Senator Ben Sasse, UVU President Astrid Tuminez, and pollster Scott Rasmussen say “yes.”
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Both Beto O'Rourke and John Hickenlooper are receiving pressure to leave the presidential race and run for United States Senate. Why? Boyd explains.
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Boyd addresses the topic of populism: how much power does the average citizen have in our country? What are effective methods of voicing dissent and consent in our political system?
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In the midst of all the local election news, Boyd takes a moment to recap what's happening on the national stage. Tulsi Gabbard is doing drill practice with the National Guard, Kamala Harris continues to attack Trump's record, and the rest of the group takes a breath in the middle of an intense campaign season.
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Boyd talks with Doug Wilkes, Editor of the Deseret News, and Burke Olsen, the Head Digital Officer for the Deseret News, about the paper's newest change to its format, and what it means for the future of news in general.
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Boyd asks the age-old question: will America be ok? With all the tragedy and chaos in the news, it may seem like we're headed off a cliff. However, many prominent community members believe we're going to be just fine, as long as we maintain our civility.
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Former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci this week called the President's mental competency into question, in an unusual break with Trump. Scaramucci said Trump is 'off the rails' after the President's recent trip to visit shooting victims in El Paso and Dayton.
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Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden have joined President Trump in criticizing the press when it comes to coverage of their respective issues. Biden recently said he feels like the press focuses too much on his gaffes and not enough on his policy, and Sanders is unhappy with what he considers to be unfair coverage.
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The clashes between protesters in Hong Kong and police continue to turn violent as the Chinese government grapples with solutions to the conflict. President Trump has said he won't give advice on the issue, while U.S. leaders play the blame game.
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Former Oregon Senator Gordon Smith joins Boyd to discuss the issues facing lawmakers when it comes to copyright and licensing laws. Sen. Smith is in town this week attending the Hatch Center Symposium: Music Licensing in the 21st Century.
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Makan Delrahim is the Assistant Attorney General for the Antitrust Division at the Department of Justice. Boyd asks him about the upcoming Hatch Center Symposium on music licensing happening in Park City on Aug. 13 and about legislation on antitrust issues.
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Boyd talks with Salt Lake City mayoral candidates on the eve of the primary elections. Senator Jim Debakis, Luz Escamilla, David Ibarra, and Erin Mendenhall join the conversation to take their messages to the voters, for some, one last time.
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Is prison designed to help inmates become better people or better criminals? Dave Durocher, the managing director of The Other Side Academy, joins Boyd to talk about the criminal justice system, the role of community in changing people, and what The Other Side Academy does.
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In the wake of more mass shootings and the mourning which follows such tragedies Americans have been left with rattled confidence, heightened fear and little trust in leaders and government. All of this leads to a palpable “dis-ease” in the country that - if left unchecked, untreated and unaddressed - will certainly devolve into the more devastating diseases of despair for the nation. What is the solution?
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We talk about incivility in politics but we rarely talk about it in sports. KSL's Dave McCann joins Boyd to discuss the upcoming college football season and what lessons we can learn in civility before football season rolls around.
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The clock is ticking, yet lawmakers seem content to lob verbal assaults at each other from afar. Both the House and Senate remain in recess, and the president seems content with making speeches rather than using the clout of his office to pressure lawmakers into action. What needs to change?
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It has been a week of mass shooting and gun violence in America. What are the statistics here in Utah and how do they differ from the rest of the country? Jeremy Roberts joins Boyd to discuss the difference between gun violence and rampage violence and what legislation we are looking at for the next legislative session.
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The most talked about topic on social media? Gun violence. What other topics are important to Americans right now and how are 2020 candidates addressing them? Boyd discusses.
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What has happened to the marriage and fidelity norms in the age of the internet? Jeffrey Dew, an associate professor in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University and a visiting scholar at the Wheatley Institution joins Boyd to discuss a new study from BYU and the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia.
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The Iowa State Fair is in full swing and over the years it has become a rite of passage for presidential candidates. What role does it play in primary elections? How did the unravel campaigns in the past? Boyd explains.
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America is grieving after the loss of lives from the shootings in El Paso and Dayton. What are the challenges with grieving with the public? Jennie Taylor, wife to the late Major Brent Taylor, joins Boyd to discuss grief and mourning.
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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What is Utah doing to keep our schools safe and promote mental health? Representative Steve Eliason joins Boyd to discuss the SafeUT app, free services available to students, help for parents, and gun safety.
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There are ways for members of congress, if they really want to engage, to work around the log jam. Why do they keep deferring to the majority leader? James Wallner, joins Boyd to discuss.
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Many of the Democratic candidates have been calling out President Donald Trump for fanning the flames of white supremacy and racism which led to the shootings this past week in Dayton and El Paso. Is the President to blame? Are the American people to blame?
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People across the country believe the American dream is no longer attainable. Growing inequality, economic immobility, political strife and the national crisis of addiction undermine the confidence of ordinary Americans every day. Could it be that the deterioration of the American dream is not the result of economics but the collapse of civic institutions such as marriage, community groups and religious organizations? Tim Carney joins Boyd to discuss causes and solutions from his book "Alienated America."
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How have the recent shootings impacted national polling? What are the daily tracking polls of the 2020 candidates saying? Pollster Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to discuss.
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Why is coming together to grieve an important principle? Collective human connection through gathering, in celebration or sorrow, is the fabric that binds individuals to each other, to their communities and to important institutions.
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Conservatives go to Parler and Liberals keep twitter. What is the problem with seeking out echo-chambers?
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Stories, parables are vitally important in culture. Our behavior is driven by the desire to be part of a winning story. How do companies, brands, and individuals use stories? Boyd discusses in this segment of Inside Sources.
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Oprah Winfrey has broken her silence on the shootings in El Paso and Dayton. Her take? “What we are missing is a core moral center… churches used to do that.” Where do we find our core moral values?
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Almost all of the democratic candidates are in Iowa this weekend for the Iowa State Fair. But more important, the Iowa State Fair has over 50 new foods to try.
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The Salt Lake City mayoral race is next week. Frank Pignanelli joins Boyd to discuss the importance of the municipal government in the city, the candidates, and what campaigns are doing during the final week.
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President Trump is confident that the Republicans and Democrats are going to pass meaningful gun safety legislation. Where is the House and the Senate in making progress? What does Boyd recommend the President does?
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In a speech in Iowa Gaffes are common for presidential candidates, but some are worse than others. What is the art of overcoming a gaffe? What other candidates have gaffed and not recovered?
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What conversations are millennials having about mass shootings? Are they different or the same as those coming from Washington? Savannah Hopkinson from the Deseret News opinion team joins Boyd to discuss.
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What is it like working in the CNN Newsroom when you have an event like the shootings in El Paso and Dayton? Jill Adly, former senior producer for Wolf Blitzer and new Deseret News Director of Strategic Reach and Development joins Boyd to discuss.
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How do we best help those who grieve after a loss? How do individuals move forward? What is the appropriate way to grieve?
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President Trump announced yesterday that we need to stop the glorification of violence in our society by substantially reducing violent video games. What is the research behind video games showing? What role do violent video games play in acts of violence like those we saw in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio? Cariole Knorr, Senior Parenting Editor from Common Sense, joins Boyd to talk about the research and how parents can identify warning signs.
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John Huntsman Jr. has announced that he will resign as U.S. Ambassador to Russia. Is he considering a run for another run as Utah governor? Deseret News assistant editor of the enterprise team Jesse Hyde spent a significant amount of time with the Ambassador when writing an InDepth profile. He joins Boyd to talk about Ambassador Huntsman’s skillset and what might be next for him.
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As we've been talking about the shootings in El Paso and Dayton Boyd sits down with Deseret News writer Tad Walch joins Boyd to talk about the March shooting in Christchurch, New Zealand and what the recovery looks like for communities and individuals.
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How do we move forward from these shootings? What’s next for the Democrats? What policies are they looking at and what could throw them off course? Democratic strategist Robin Biro joins Boyd to discuss.
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Joseph Grenny, social scientist and author of Influencer, sat down with Boyd a few months ago to talk about the science of influence. How does one really make change happen? Why do most approaches to change not work? What can we learn from science to change our culture in light of the shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio?
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In the wake of the shootings in Texas and Ohio President Trump has announced plans to visit El Paso and Dayton. What needs to happen next for the country?
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As we challenge both sides of the political aisle to lead and make a real change in 21 days, the looming presidential election of next year is affecting how Democratic candidates are reacting to the weekend’s mass shootings. Boyd breaks down their reactions, the rhetoric of responsibility, and where all sides seem to agree. We need to overcome the divisive climates of our current politics and find real solutions to this real problem.
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We are a nation striving to find solutions to gun violence and other acts of domestic terroroisim, but are struggling in the implementation of these new measures. Utah Representative Brian King recently tried to pass ‘red flag’ gun laws which included a universal background checks on gun sales and loans. While the measure failed, he is still passionate about the necessity of ‘red flag’ laws and gun control, which he joins Boyd to discuss.
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How do we change the conversation and facilitate a solution? Real leadership and real accountability. Boyd share's George Will's insight on this national embarrassment.
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Bobby Kennedy, Ronald Reagan, and George W. Bush gave some of the greatest speeches in the history of the United States after devastating loss. What lessons do we learn about crisis communication and leadership from these great speeches?
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Deseret News InDepth reporter Erica Evans grew up in Dayton, Ohio, where the most recent shooting occurred this weekend. How does having a shooting in your hometown change your perspective?
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We have to be careful about the way we discuss mental health issues in the light of a mass shooting or other aggressive acts. Jenny Howe, licensed therapist with degrees in psychology and child and family studies, joins Boyd to reinforce the idea that having mental issues is different than acting out in violent aggression. She encourages an open discussion that would break the taboo of discussing mental health issues, particularly in regards to our youth.
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Deseret News Editor, Doug Wilks, discusses the newsroom side of reporting tragic events like this weekend's mass shootings. When a shooting happens everything changes, then nothing changes as outrage fades from the forefront of the American mind. Boyd asks how news coverage can affect actual change in our society?
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The nation is reeling after two mass shootings killed over 20 people this weekend. While we mourn for the victims and our hearts break for the families, our nation is exploding with angry rhetoric over blame and hate. What can we do to prevent future tragedies? Boyd has a challenge for our leaders.
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When we get casual in our commitment to the principles of freedom, it’s critical that we strive to remember.
Freedom rests on our ability to remember those most important things.
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We can’t always rely on Washington or business to provide the leadership we want.
How can we be the type of leaders we want to see? What is the impact of a good leader?
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What are on congress members’ minds when it comes to national security?
Representatives Chris Stewart and Kevin McCarthy join Boyd to talk about Stewart’s security conference.
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Another two nights of Democratic presidential candidate debates have passed us by. Who did well and who didn’t?
Listen as Boyd talks with Amanda Bennett, director of Voice of America, who shares her observations.
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A surprising development in the recent Democratic debates included criticisms of Barack Obama. People like Joe Biden were attacked for decisions made during Obama’s presidency.
How will members of the party respond?
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More and more House Democrats are calling for impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump to begin.
Not all of the representatives agree, though, including Nancy Pelosi. What does this disagreement mean for the Democratic party?
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What is our biggest national security concern? What partnerships does America need to make to keep us safe?
Boyd takes you to the Stewart Security Summit with KSL Newsradio reporter Paul Nelson to talk about these questions.
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With everything happening in the world, where do we go from here? Boyd's opinion? It has nothing to do with politics, it has something to do with policy, and it has everything to do with principles.
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The second night of democratic debates wrapped up last night in Detroit. Who won, who got the most attention online? What tone did different candidates take and how does Boyd think that will impact their campaign?
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Congressman John Curtis is joining Boyd to talk about two new bipartisan bills he is working on.
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Sen Mike Lee is joining Boyd to discuss the new budget that passed the Senate today, the HERO Act and Criminal Justice Reform.
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Deseret News writer Jay Evensen joins Boyd to discuss tariffs and trade. Additional round of tariffs will be placed on China next month. What do we know at this point and what does this mean for businesses?
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Former Senator Rick Santorum joins Boyd to discuss his major takeaways from the two nights of debates in Detroit, why he thinks they have taken a stronger turn to the left, and what this means to the rest of the road to 2020.
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The Washington National Cathedral made a statement about President Trump's "violent" and "dehumanizing" comments. Their invitation? We need to call ourselves out and rise to a higher standard.
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Are too busy all the time and is it affecting all aspects of our lives?
In today’s fast-paced world, we have to set aside time to step back, rest and restore if we want to be our best.
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The National Governors Association came to Salt Lake City this year, hosted by Governor Gary Herbert.
What does he think Utah needs to do to continue to be a leader?
Governor Herbert shares his thoughts on growth, leadership and education.
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Was congress better for Republicans a few years ago with Harry Reid at the helm?
James Wallner, a senior fellow at R Street, shares why he thinks so with Boyd.
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An 11-year-old boy with Autism only had one person show up to his birthday party.
That’s when the local high school football team stepped in.
Listen to hear what can happen when we decide to say see something, say something and do something.
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America is preparing for the next round of presidential candidate debates. What do Democrats need to do to gain votes?
Mia Love joins Boyd to talk about what issues will be most important this time.
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Are the members of the Democratic Party their own worst enemy?
There has been many differing opinions on how to handle issues like impeachment, healthcare and budgets.
Listen as Boyd shares his thoughts on the latest politics.
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What role does humility play in leadership? Do you have to give up ambition to be humble? Dr David Bobb, President of the Bill of Rights Institute and author of Humility: An Unlikely Biography of America's Greatest Virtue, joins Boyd to discuss.
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Former state Senate Minority Leader Scott Howell joins Boyd to discuss his endorsement of Joe Biden, the upcoming debates in Michigan, and what America is looking for in candidates.
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Trust is vital to our public institutions, as well as our personal relationships.
We must look for candidates and politicians with high standards of honesty and integrity.
In this world of dishonesty and lies, how are we upholding our personal integrity?
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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A 16-year-old kid from Pennsylvania is now three million dollars richer.
How? He won the world championship of the video game Fortnite.
Herb Scribner of the Deseret News joins Boyd to talk about this and other pop culture stories.
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We get locked up in arguments about things that don’t necessarily matter, especially on social media. How can we get past these hurdles to do things that matter?
Todd Sylvester, a personal development coach, tells his story of doing something that mattered.
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Those on the right side of the political spectrum are known as conservatives. What are they trying to conserve, though?
George Will, political commentator, shares his thoughts on the matter.
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Norma Matheson passed away at the age of 89. The former Utah First Lady leaves behind a legacy of strength and women in politics.
Doug Wright joins the show to honor one of Utah’s best citizens.
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In many workplaces, religion is an off-limits topic. Does it have to be that way, though?
Sue Warnke leads Salesforce’s faith community, Faithforce. What benefits does she see in bringing faith and work together?
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Representative Rob Bishop announced he won’t run for congress next year. Is he considering a run for governor, though?
Listen as Rep. Bishop joins Boyd in the studio to talk about his plans.
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Senator Romney joins Boyd to discuss the budget deal which he said “perpetuates fiscal recklessness.” What lessons should government learn from the Utah model of fiscal responsibility?
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Our teenagers are more tied to their phones than ever before and one of parents’ top concerns are electronics. How do we help our teens self regulate their use of technology?
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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An Iowa carpenter left a small fortune of nearly $3 million to fund scholarships for teens in Iowa to attend college after he died in 2005.
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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As we approach 2020, both parties seem obsessed with loyalty. Those who are supposed to be encouraging dialogue are regularly questioning loyalty. What does loyalty really mean, and what should we be loyal to?
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Jeanetta Williams, President of the NAACP Salt Lake Chapter, joins Boyd to discuss the convention in Detroit and what the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints relationship has been like over the past 20 years.
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A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's plan to deny most asylum claims at the U.S.-Mexico border, which has been a huge blow to President Trump’s attempts to deter migration to the U.S. How is this impacting Trump’s agenda?
ABC's Andy Field joins the show.
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Washington continues to react to former Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s testimony on Capitol Hill yesterday – did it move the needle on impeachment?
Later in the segment, Representative Chris Stewart joins the show to respond to Mueller's testimony.
Who can exonerate?
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Rebpulican Representative John Curtis spoke on the floor of the House to denounce a medical device tax set to be implemented in January 2020 calling it "devastating" for Utah. What is this tax? How does it impact Utahns?
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In his book called "Astrophysics For People in a Hurry," Neil Degrasse Tyson wrote that the cosmic perspective is humility. Boyd discusses how in an age of arrogance humility is the key to prosperity. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Rev. Amos Brown’s tie to the two national hymns.
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Sarah Jane Weaver, editor of The Church News, joins Boyd to discuss the NAACP convention. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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SLC Mayoral race candidate Stan Penfoldwith Boyd sits down to discuss his campaign and future plans for Salt Lake City.
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Y2 Analytics and UtahPolicy.com have reported that nearly half of Utahn's say they approve of the job Governor Herbert is doing in the state of Utah. How did people view the job of the Lt. Governor? Boyd breaks down the poll on this segment of Inside Sources.
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"It started as a joke, but the meme-driven frenzy to storm Area 51 has roots in a serious problem: About two-thirds of Americans believe their government intentionally withholds information that it could safely release.
That's among the findings of a new report, "Trust and Distrust in America," released Monday by Pew Research Center, which shows that Americans have widespread distrust, not only toward their institutions and elected officials, but also in each other.
Skepticism about the U.S. government's willingness to tell the truth explains not only why some people believe the government is hiding evidence of aliens at the remote Nevada military base known as Area 51, but also why some people don't trust the government to be truthful about vaccines or climate change." - Jennifer Graham, Deseret News
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Boyd sits down with David Garbett to discuss his SLC mayoral candidacy.
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"In 1779, Benjamin Franklin wrote a letter to a friend in which he described how it is often easy to pay too much for things of lesser value. He described how people sacrifice too much of their time, talent, health and personal freedom for shiny objects or interesting pursuits that may provide temporary joy but are a bad bargain in the end." - Boyd Matheson
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SLC Mayoral candidate, Erin Mendenhall, sits down with Boyd to discuss her vision for Salt Lake City.
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Sheri Dew joins Boyd to give a behind the scenes look at the NAACP convention including some ties between their national hymn and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hymn: "Come, come ye saints." Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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President Trump and Congress have reached a budget deal but there has been backlash across the aisle. Boyd breaks down what this really means and what congress really should be doing.
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The Muller testimony is on Wednesday morning - what should we be expecting? Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Boyd just returned from the NAACP Convention in Michigan. What were his biggest takeaways? Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Mark Sanford, potential 2020 Republican candidate, joins Boyd to talk about his potential run and his oped about the national debt.
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Megan McArdle from The Washington Post joins Boyd to talk about the political parallels between the United States and Great Britain.
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Boyd is headed to Detroit for the NAACP conference where President Nelson from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be speaking. What does this mean and what has the relationship between the church and the NAACP looked like?
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Last night, CNN announced the candidates that will be participating in the debates on July 30 and 31. What does the lineup look like and how will the arrangement of the candidates to impact the conversations? Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Deseret News writer Herb Scribner joins Boyd to discuss how candidates are spending money on Facebook. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Jim Ryan from ABC News join Boyd to discuss the Apollo 11 anniversary celebrations across the United States. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Niel Abercrombie, Vice President of Government Relations at Utah State University joins Boyd to discuss the value of education study. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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In honor of the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11, KSL Newsradio’s Amanda Dickson sat down with Former Senator Jake Garn about his trip into space.
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The Pioneer Children's Memorial will open today at This Is The Place Heritage Park to honor the 684 children who died on the trek to Utah from 1847 to 1869. Dan Bammes joining Boyd to discuss the history of the new memorial.
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Y2 Analytics came out with a poll showing that a majority of Utahns disapprove of President Trump performance. What were the other findings?
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Rep. Mia Love responded to President Trump's tweets on CNN where she discussed how she feels the political rhetoric of the president has given Americans permission to be more divisive.
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In a USA Today interview NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine shared little known information about the Apollo 11 mission and the role of faith in space exploration.
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The "blocking" of the 9/11 bill has been all over the news. What was blocked? What does this mean? Why are some people in the Senate against it? Boyd breaks down the process and why we need to demand more from our politicians.
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CNN is hosting the next debate next week; the drawing of the candidates tonight. How could they change the debate structure? Boyd breaks down what is happening tonight and what he thinks will happen.
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The political rhetoric has become more toxic than ever before. What do we do about it? Boyd takes advice from some of the best minds: Ben Sasse, Arthur Brooks, and Brene Brown.
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President Trump's rally last night in Greenville, NC included chants to "send her back" after President Trump referenced his issues with Rep. Ilhan Omar. Boyd breaks down how people reacted and how Trump responded today.
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Pollster Scott Rasmussen joins Boyd to talk about the newest poll numbers. Who has consistently done well? Who is seeing the biggest changes? What does this mean with the upcoming debate?
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Boyd is taking over an extra two hours - don't have two hours to listen to his podcasts? No problem. Here is everything you need to know.
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In honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, Boyd dives into the 60 Minutes interview with Neil Armstrong and Walter Cronkite where they talked about what it was like for each of them as Neil Armstrong landed and walked on the moon.
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A local WWII veteran couldn't tell his family what he did in the war, but now it is in the Congressional Record. Deseret News reporter Katie McKellar joins Boyd to discuss this army was considered one of the U.S. forces' most closely guarded secrets.
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Boyd has ended his show with the phrase, "See something that inspires, say something that uplifts, and do something that makes a difference." Boyd discusses how great thought leaders have done this for him through the past year including Sen. Joe Lieberman, David Brooks, and Bob Woodward.
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Whenever debates about healthcare begin, the country of Sweden is brought up. Deseret News opinion columnist Jay Evensen joins Boyd to talk about his recent experience with the healthcare system in Sweden and how it has influenced his thoughts on healthcare here in America.
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If you've been on social media lately, you've seen the pictures where everyone has aged 50 years. Celebrities and athletes have joined in, but is it all that it seems? The app, called FaceApp, captures your face as well as personal data. Deseret News writer Herb Scribner joins Boyd to talk about the fad and the fallout.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced this morning that President Russell M. Nelson will address the 110th annual national convention for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) this weekend in Detroit, Michigan. What does this mean for the church? Boyd discusses with Elder Jack Gerard on this segment of Inside Sources.
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Former GOP Rep. Mark Sanford is thinking about challenging Trump. Why? He thinks we're walking towards the most predictable financial crisis of our lifetime and we can't wait 4 years to have this debate. Boyd breaks down why he agrees with Rep. Sanford and how we should address the national debt.
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Jenny Howe, licensed therapist with degrees in psychology and child and family studies, joins Boyd to discuss summer mental health. What should parents be looking for? What are some things parents can help their kids to work on during the summer months when kids have less structure?
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The intensity of training for kids sports has expanded over the years and we've lost perspective when it comes to youth sports. Boyd discusses the issues with the specialization in youth sports.
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Instead of having doubts about our confidence and confidence in our doubts, we must have confidence in our confidence and doubts about our doubts.
Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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Boyd reflects on the unlikely friendship of two individuals with very different political backgrounds: President George W. Bush and Bono. "I think we've got to cut through the shenanigans of political cartooning and see that some people can have different views and still be principled people.
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Arthur Brooks' recent article in The Atlantic, "Your professional decline is coming much sooner than you think," went viral. Boyd breaks down what Arthur wrote and how we can apply the principles to find greater happiness later in life.
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Fifty years ago today, the Apollo 11 began its voyage into space. How did President Kennedy inspire a country to go to the moon? Boyd dives into the lessons in leadership from his speech he gave at Rice University.
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Boyd takes a deep dive on Rep. Pressley and Dick Durbin's thoughts on the President's tweets and what happens next. Rep. Pressley warned the American people to not take the bait from President Trump, but have they taken then own advice?
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Kelsey Dallas, Deseret News world religion reporter, joins Boyd to discuss the Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom at the State Department to discuss the movement of religious liberty and the state of religious liberty across the globe.
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Senator Mitch McConnell made his first statement about President Trump's tweets about the 4 freshman congresswomen known as the "squad." At what point will we take a stand against this kind of rhetoric and divisiveness?
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A police officer is in stable condition after a shooting at an apartment complex near 5th South and 5th West. Boyd and Jeff Caplan cover the breaking news.
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Wayne Dyer framed it this way, "It has been said that it's the space between the bars that holds the tiger. And it's the silence between the notes that makes the music. It is out of the silence, or 'the gap,' or that space between our thoughts, that everything is created - including our own bliss." Boyd discusses the power of the "in between."
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The Wall Street Journal's Kelsey Gee wrote about how some employers are banning weekend and late-night emails to prevent employee burnout and WalletHub just released 2019's most and least stressed cities in America.
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The Salt Lake City Mayoral debate took place today, and Scott Howell, Utah’s 2012 Democratic nominee for the United States Senate, joins Boyd to discuss the debate. Who performed well, who showed clear leadership, and who emerged as the winner of the debate?
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Is there any issue or leader out that that could bring us together around a common goal like the moon landing? Deseret News editor Doug Wilks joins Boyd to discuss the lessons we learn from the moon landing.
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Robin Biro, Former Obama Regional campaign director, joins Boyd to discuss the Democrat's newest battle cry: Trump is bad for democracy.
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President Trump's President Trump's recent tweets for progressive congresswomen to "go back home" has received criticism from both parties. Rep. Roy joins Boyd to discuss the tweets and the problem with the political rhetoric.
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Alexis de Tocqueville, in the introduction to Democracy in America, noted that the power of the American experience was to be found in the way citizens regularly, powerfully and freely came together to help friends, neighbors and those in need. Such free association he posited, could be the greatest power for good, to lift, ennoble and enlighten citizens of every economic class - not through coercion of government but through cooperation and good will. The American experience has always been an experiment in the inherent goodness of people and the power of friendship.
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Representative Tiffiny Mitchell from Oregon joins Boyd to discuss the 11 state Senate Republicans that crossed state borders to block legislation on a climate solutions bill. Rep. What happened, what are the long term implications for relationships in the state legislature, and her thoughts how this plays nationally.
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Herb Scribner, Deseret News writer, joins Boyd to discuss the attention 2020 candidates are getting online, what this means in terms of fundraising, who got the most interactions, and how tracking data on interactions is measuring enthusiasm in a way that traditional polling is not.
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McKay Coppins from The Atlantic joins Boyd to talk about the new political cliche of "having the conversations." The catch-all copout has been used by many of the 2020 Democratic candidates to avoid sharing their own detailed views about policy issues.
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Jason Perry, the Vice President for Government Relations and the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, joins Boyd to discuss the political landscape, fundraising for the democrats, and after debate polling.
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President Trump become the first President of the UNited States to cross the demarcation line and walk into North Korea. What is the relationship between the United states and countries like Iran and Korea? Boyd's opinion? Same song, different chorus.
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Senator Mitt Romney joins Boyd to discuss the NDAA bill, raising the legal age to 21 tobacco, and immigration. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com>
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KSL Newsradio's Kelly Pierce joins Boyd to discuss the update in the disappearance and murder of University of Utah student Mackenzie Lueck. Kelli discusses the role of digital footprints to find and charge a suspect in the case.
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We are often so preoccupied with trying to capture a moment that we miss it. One of Boyd’s favorite sayings from Japan he picked up in Japan over 30 years ago contains three simple words — Be Here Now! Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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The shocking image of the migrant father and his daughter who died trying to cross the Rio Grande is all over the news. When is it appropriate to use these images? Do they galvanize individuals to act or does it create an opportunity to place blame and deepen political wedge issues? Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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David Drucker, senior political correspondent for the Washington Examiner, is joining Boyd to discuss what we might see during the Democratic Debate tonight, what we might see from certain candidates, and what they need to do to set themselves apart from the rest of the pack. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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With the SLC Mayor race heating up, Luz Escamilla is joining Boyd to talk about why she is running and to discuss her vision for Salt Lake. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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The Salt Lake City mayoral race is heating up and Boyd talks to David Ibarra to discuss his campaign and what he hopes to do if he wins.
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The United State’s relationship with Iran in complicated. The question is what do we do about it? Representative Chris Stewart joins Boyd to discuss the United States relationship with Iran and what the next steps are.
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Many of the leaders in the country have identified the greatest threat to the national security, and it's probably not what you think it is.
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University of Utah student Mackenzie Lueck mysteriously vanished after taking a lyft on June 17. KSL Newsradio’s Maria Shilaos joins Boyd to discuss the press conference.
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The Salt Lake City mayoral race is heating up and Boyd talks to Senator Jim Dabakis to discuss his campaign and what he hopes to do if he wins.
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The Utah Republican party had $137,746.35 in debt. Thanks to the new chair, Derek Brown, the party is now in the black. Derek joins Boyd to discuss how they turned around the organization and what is next.
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The Mueller report is hotly debated between the right and the left, but the attempts to influence the elections is undisputed. Russians tried to meddle in the election and they will try to do it again. Utah’s Rep. Ben McAdams joins Boyd to discuss election security and the bipartisan ground to protect the integrity of the upcoming elections.
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Doug Wilks, Editor of The Deseret News, joins Boyd to go behind the headlines to discuss coverage of the 2020 election and what is coming next for the press.
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Congressman John Curtis steps off the house floor to discuss immigration. Congressman curtis talks about the recent bills in the House of Representatives and his experience in Central America earlier this spring.
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Boyd breaks down the news of the day including the new press secretary and communications director in the West Wing and the acting U.S. Customs and Border protection commissioner Johns Sander's resignation.
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Boyd breaks down the news of the week including Iran, Beto O'Rourke's war tax, Mayor Pete Buttigieg's crisis communication and polling. What do all of these actually mean? Boyd unravels all the news and tells you what you need to know about the news today.
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Addiction in all its forms is inflicting damage on individuals, families and communities in epidemic proportions. The scourge has been faced with myriad methods, treatments and programs. Sadly, relapse is more common than recovery. Can changing the mental framing for current alcoholics or those addicted to or dependent on drugs change the game? Todd Sylvester joins Boyd to offer hope, healing and a path to transcending current negative behavior.
Full episode is available at https://www.deseretnews.com/podcasts/therefore-what
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Kelsey Dallas, world religion reporter for Deseret News, joins Boyd to break down the newest SCOTUS case and discuss why the Supreme Court rules the cross is more than a Christian Symbol.
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Deseret News reporter Herb Scribner survived the 61.5 Marvel Movie Marathon in April - now he is participating in the Toy Story Marathon at Thanksgiving Point. His objective for the Marvel Movie Marathon was pure survival. His objective for the Toy Story Marathon? To explore the values lessons and teachings of the Toy Story films. Herb joins Boyd to discuss the marathon and the lessons we learn from the movies.
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Kyle Kashuv, a survivor of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida, had his offer from Harvard rescinded after racist comments prior to the shooting were made public. What should this teach us about discretion, social media and mistakes? Deseret News Editorial Columnist Jay Evensen joins Boyd to discuss.
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President Trump officially announced he is running for re-election yesterday in front of a crowd of 21,000 in Florida. Boyd breaks down the speech. Boyd's opinion on political speeches? While political rallies are necessary perhaps the approach could be a little different. The nation needs more serious conversations than applause-line-filled campaign speeches.
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While traveling through New Zealand, Boyd sat down with Imams from the Christchurch mosques that were attacked in March. Sharing audio from his interview, Boyd discusses the current state of religious freedom across the globe and discusses how can faith under fire can move into the public square in a meaningful way.
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Politico released a column about Howard Schultz's big mistake - his push for a third party. Boyd is calling out the American people - we say we are ready for a third party, but the more divided the country is the more risky a third party feels. Think of how many people said they were voting for Evan McMullin in Utah but ended up voting for Trump - why?
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With Sarah Huckabee Sanders leaving and Kellianne Conway forced to the sideline, President Trump is becoming more and more isolated. An isolated leader rarely lasts and very rarely leads well. How is he taking on more of a communications role in the West Wing and his reelection campaign? Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political happenings. Bringing an elevated conversation on the principles that drive this country and make Utah a great place to thrive and live. Listen weekdays 12:30 to 1 pm at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online, or on the app. https://kslnewsradio.com/
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President Trump has delayed his ICE raid. Nancy Pelosi is saying he is scaring the children. Sanctuary city mayors said they will not cooperate including SLC Mayor Biskupski. Can compassion and the rule of law coexist? Who is to blame? Boyd's opinion? This issue is on both parties.
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Father's Day brings with it a tinge of guilt for a lot of guys who know they could do and be better as a parent. It is easy to compare yourself to others and hard to live up to that perfect dad depicted in the misty picture on the cover of the latest parenting book.
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The flag has been burned and stomped on by angry crowds. It has been met with shouts, with silence and with backs turned by protesters. Equally irreverent, the flag has been used by arrogant self-promoters who wrap themselves in it. All are free under this uniquely American banner to do as they wish in respect, or disrespect, to the flag.
Yet, just because they can doesn’t mean they should.
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Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah joins Boyd to give the political lay of the land and to discuss the importance of teaching ethics in schools.
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Four-time New York Times Bestselling Author and VitalSmarts co-founder Joseph Grenny sat down to talk to Boyd about the Influencer model. How can simple changes impact our behaviors? What does this mean for issues in our homes and communities? Joseph talks about Thailand's AIDS epidemic and how one doctor was able to bring AIDS infections down 88% in 18 months to save 5 million lives.
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Troubling trends are eroding the strength of the American family, trust in the institutions of government and confidence in America's future. George Will talks with Boyd about his new book, "The Conservative Sensibility." Boyd and George discuss the lessons from the great leaders of the past, the delegation of powers to the President, and what this means for America in 2020.
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How is President trump messaging in his 2020 campaigning? What is Joe Biden’s strategy? Boyd goes over new 2020 polling and what he thinks will happen next on the road to the election.
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After returning from Japan where he attended the G20 Interfaith Forum, Boyd reflects on the greatest lesson he learned from his trip about the American dream, and Utah's role in the sunny side of America.
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President Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden are both campaigning in Iowa today. Their main focuses continue to be each other. What are their campaign strategies looking like? Why are they doing things the way they are? Boyd takes an insider look at their Iowa campaigns on this episode of Inside Sources.
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How are faith groups and politicians supposed to work together to solve issues? Recording from the G20 Interfaith Summit in Tokyo, Japan, Boyd is joined by Enda Kenny, former Prime Minister of Ireland, and Sharon Eubank, first counselor in the Relief Society General Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Director of LDS Charities to discuss the role of faith and politics in solving global issues.
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The G20 Interfaith Forum is perhaps the most important forum you've never heard of. Proceeding the more commonly known G20 Summit of world leaders, this forum of world religious leaders both influences and informs the G20 Summit and has long-term impact on how faith groups work around the world. Boyd is joined by Kelsey Dallas from the Deseret News to discuss the significance of this little-known forum.
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Boyd Matheson comes to you from Japan's G 20 interfaith forum, breaking down the big news of the day; the 75th Anniversary of D-Day. We are reminded of the lessons of hard work, gratitude, thankfulness, and civility in our ever-increasingly hostile world.
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Utah's Senator Mike Lee joins Boyd to discuss his panel on innovation and affordability in housing with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, how affordable housing impacts families across the country and in Utah, and what needs to happen next to best help families across the United States.
In the second segment, Senator Mitt Romney joins Boyd to discuss his maiden speech on the floor of the United States Senate about the threats from China.
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Reflecting back on the massacre at Tiananmen Square on the 30th anniversary and what it takes to be a smart fighter.
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Boyd is back in studio to tell you what you need to know about what is in the news. President Trump is in the United Kingdom, the 75th anniversary of D-Day, the 70th anniversary of George Orwell's dystopian novel "1984," 2020 chatter and what needs to happen for these candidates to push ahead of the pack, and what to look for in Washington D.C. this week.
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