KSL's Inside Sources

KSL's Inside Sources

The all-new Inside Sources. Hosted by Greg Skordas and Dr. Holly Richardson, two well-known voices in Utah’s legal and political circles.

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Inside Sources Full Show December 10th, 2025: Audit Reveals SLCPD 'Poor Leadership' 

Topics we cover on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include:

  • The U of U’s Bold Athletics Funding Plan
  • Who Counts as Family? The Debate Over SLC's Unrelated Roommate Cap  
  • Arturo Gamboa Reflects on ‘No Kings’ Arrest and Tragedy
  • Carbon County Teen Hosts All-Abilities Pageant
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Dec 10, 2025 2:36 PM
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Carbon County Teen Hosts All-Abilities Pageant
Glitz and glam for all! Carbon High School Student and Miss Sego Lilly's Teen, Bentley Bennet is empowering others through an all-abilities pageant. Bently joins the show to share her inspiration behind hosting this community event for all.
 
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Dec 10, 2025 2:34 PM
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Healing Politics: Governors Cox & Shapiro in Conversation

Utah's Republican Governor Spencer Cox and Democratic Governor of Pennsylvania Josh Shapiro, sat down for a joint discussion emphasizing a call for moral clarity in politics. Greg and Holly walk through their remarks and the main message to take away.

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Dec 10, 2025 2:31 PM
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Arturo Gamboa Reflects on ‘No Kings’ Arrest and Tragedy

Arturo Gamboa, the man who was first arrested in the SLC 'No King' rally shooting, joins Greg and Holly live on air after charges were filed in the case, but not against him. Gamboa reflects on the day of his arrest, his decision to carry a gun that day, and his message to the family of Afa Ah Loo, who was killed during the No Kings protest.

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Dec 10, 2025 2:31 PM
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KSL Kindness: Habitat for Humanity’s Winter Mission
Habitat for Humanity CEO Carin Crowe shares how the organization is tackling Utah’s affordable housing crisis and why urgent home repairs matter this winter.
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Dec 10, 2025 2:29 PM
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Who Counts as Family? The Debate Over SLC's Unrelated Roommate Cap

For decades, Salt Lake City has limited households to just three roommates if they aren’t related. Now, city leaders are considering scrapping that rule. City Council Chair Chris Wharton explains the proposed changes. Planning Director Nick Norris joins us to discuss enforcement challenges, affordability concerns, and whether dropping roommate limits could create new problems with overcrowding.

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Dec 10, 2025 2:28 PM
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Deactivated! Australia's Teen Social Media Ban Now in Effect

Australia has now implemented a country wide ban on social media for anyone under 16. How will it be regulated and could similar restrictions come to the U.S.? Greg and Holly discuss the issue and explore if the U.S. is ready for a county wide social media ban. 

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Dec 10, 2025 2:26 PM
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The U of U’s Bold Athletics Funding Plan
The University of Utah is partnering with private equity to fund athletics, which is a first-of-its-kind move. U of U President Taylor Randall and Alex Kirry, Host of JJ and Alex on the KSL Sports Zone, join the show to help us understand what this means for college sports, student athletes and fans.
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Dec 10, 2025 2:25 PM
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Audit Reveals SLCPD 'Poor Leadership' 
A scathing audit found Salt Lake City's police morale at a record low. The audit focused on the Salt Lake City Police Department under former Police Chief Mike Brown. Legislative Auditor General Kade Minchey explains what was found and provides suggestions for improvement. Current Police Chief for SLCPD Brian Redd joins the show to explain how they are making improvements and addressing concerns within the department.
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Dec 10, 2025 2:25 PM
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The Republicans Who Voted 'No' on Resolution Condemning Utah Courts
The Utah Legislature has passed a resolution condemning Utah Courts following a redistricting ruling. There were four Republican lawmakers who voted against this, and one was Representative Ray Ward. Rep. Ward joins the show to explain the why he voted no.
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Dec 10, 2025 2:24 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show December 9th, 2025: Vote Expected on Resolution Condemning Utah Courts
  • The Erosion of Trust in the Federal Government
  • Substance Use Down, Family Connections Up -- New Data on Utah's Youth
  • Childhood Deaths Expected To Rise Worldwide
  • SLCO DA Launches Public Screening Dashboard: Sim Gill Explains
  • Solo Hiker Rescued From Quicksand At Arches National Park
  • Skull Stolen from Ancient Burial Site in Southern Utah: Inside The Crime and Cultural Significance
  • Why We’re Hooked on True Crime—and What We Forget Along the Way
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Dec 9, 2025 2:44 PM
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Why We’re Hooked on True Crime—and What We Forget Along the Way
84% of Americans -- many over age 13 consumed true crime books, docuseries, or other content last year, according to the Deseret News. Greg and Dave pull back the curtain and explore why many of us are so obsessed with true crime stories that turn into phenomenon's but sometimes we forget to realize that these are real stories impacting real people.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:34 PM
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16 Years Later: The Mystery Behind Josh Powell's 18-Hour Disappearance

On this day 16 years ago, Josh Powell vanished for 18 hours in a rental car—only to reappear without explanation. Investigators believe this disappearance may have been tied to the murder of his wife, Susan Powell, yet Josh was never arrested or charged. Dave Cawley, Host of KSL's COLD Podcast, explains what he uncovered through a little-known wiretap comment and explores what might have happened during those missing hours. Was he relocating Susan’s body? And what questions remain about this specific lapse in time? 

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Dec 9, 2025 2:33 PM
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Education in Prison: How Utah's New Research Center Could Reshape Futures
The University of Utah has received eight million dollars to establish PEARL, the Prison Education Action Research Lab. This would increase educational opportunities and influence policies for incarcerated students. Greg and guest host Dave Cawley speak with Erin Castro, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy, and Jason Taylor to learn more.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:28 PM
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The SCOTUS Case That Could Reshape Presidential Authority
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments that could overturn a 90-year precedent, and that could possibly expand the power of the Oval Office. At issue -- President Trump's firing earlier this year of Rebecca Slaughter, a Democrat appointed to the Federal Trade Commission in 2018. The Justices are weighing whether the president has executive authority to terminate officials from independent federal agencies without cause. Kelsey Dallas, Managing Editor with SCOTUSBlog, joins the show to discuss this possible decision and the factors that are leading us to believe they will side with Trump.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:27 PM
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Skull Stolen from Ancient Burial Site in Southern Utah: Inside The Crime and Cultural Significance
Utah State Officials are offering a three-thousand-dollar reward as they investigate who stole a skull from a protected ancient burial site in southern Utah. Their investigation started in January. Officials were tipped off about a Facebook post depicting a person posting with human remains. Chris Merritt, State Historic Preservation Officer, joins the show and lets us know how often this kind of thing happens, the penalties against offenders, and what people may not be realizing about this kind of crime.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:24 PM
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Solo Hiker Rescued From Quicksand At Arches National Park
A hiker's nightmare became true Sunday when he found himself trapped in quicksand during a trek in Arches National Park.  The Grand County Search and Rescue Incident Commander for this rescue, John Marshell, joins to discuss the rescue and what hikers should be aware of when it comes to quicksand. 
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Dec 9, 2025 2:23 PM
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Deadly Wrong-Way Crash: Herriman Man Faces New Charges
A Herriman man accused of hitting and killing a young couple in a wrong-way crash on Thanksgiving weekend now faces additional charges stemming from an altercation earlier that day. Greg and Dave walk through what we're learning about this string of crimes.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:22 PM
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SLCO DA Launches Public Screening Dashboard: Sim Gill Explains
The Salt Lake County District Attorney's office has announced that it is launching a dashboard available to the public, featuring live screening for over 29,000 cases. Greg and guest host Dave Cawley speak with SLCO DA Sim Gill about this new dashboard.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:22 PM
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Childhood Deaths Expected To Rise Worldwide
After years of declining death rates, the global death rate for children under age 5 is going up.  This comes as a result of funding cuts and global challenges. Lois Collins, Deseret News Reporter, comes on to fill us in on how these numbers are measured and how this could affect us globally.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:20 PM
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Substance Use Down, Family Connections Up -- New Data on Utah's Youth
A new SHARP survey has shown meaningful improvements in mental health over the last two years. This is tied to family and school connections, as well as a decrease in substance use over the last two years. Rob Timmerman, Prevention Administrator with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, joins the show to discuss these improvements.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:19 PM
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The Erosion of Trust in the Federal Government
Trust in the federal government is near an all-time low. Pew Research reports that 17% of Americans say that they trust the government to do what's right always or most of the time.  Shawn Tiegan, Utah Foundation President, joins to discuss why we are where we are and what needs to change for trust to come back.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:19 PM
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Vote Expected on Resolution Condemning Utah Courts
Today, during Utah's special session, there will be a resolution put forth to be voted on about condemning both the Utah Supreme and District Courts.  Greg and Holly lay out the details of the resolution and discuss the situation at hand when it comes to condemning the courts.
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Dec 9, 2025 2:16 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show December 8th, 2025: Who Draws the Lines? Courts, Legislature, or Someone Else?
  • Inside America’s Defense Priorities
  • Costco wants its money back! Should US Businesses Receive a Tariff Refund?
  • Utah Immigration Attorneys Warn Clients Could Be Arrested at Regular Appointments
  • Payson Man Arrested After Alleged Threats to Kill Governor and Other State Leaders
  • Was BYU Snubbed?
  • Union Bill Repeal: Utah Lawmakers Set to Reverse Public Union Bargaining Ban
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Dec 8, 2025 2:6 PM
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Snowbird Opens After Mother Nature Delays
Mother Nature has been a problem for our ski resorts. Until this weekend, Snowbird ski resort finally opened on Sunday after warmer temps got in the way. Greg and Holly speak with Jacob Marquardt from Snowbird about the turnout and whether there is worry about the rising temperatures this week. Holly and Greg highlight today's KSL Kindness Story and facts of the day.
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Dec 8, 2025 2:3 PM
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