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 January 14th, 2026: Arrested Made in SLC Funeral Shooting
  • The Latest SCOTUS Decisions
  • Independents on the Rise: Why Voters Are Walking Away from Both Parties
  • Lawmakers Push More Transparency For Property Tax Changes
  • 'Strengthening Public Trust' Utah's Judiciary Opens Doors to Community with Town Hall
  • 81% of Utahns Agree Child Care Access Is Significant Issue
  • Man Arrested, Accused of Threatening to 'Kirk' Students at U of U
  • Utah Faces Shortage of Primary Care Doctors
  • National Take The Stairs Day: Why Movement Matters
  • Utah Democrats Mark History With Candidate Filings
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Jan 14, 2026 3:35 PM
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Utah Democrats Mark History With Candidate Filings
Utah Democrats have announced that they have filed candidates in 88 of 89 races statewide, an unprecedented 90% coverage, according to their press release. This reportedly marks the strongest and broadest slate in nearly two decades. Greg and Holly discuss what might be behind this shift in candidate filings.
 
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Jan 14, 2026 3:33 PM
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National Take The Stairs Day: Why Movement Matters
It's National Take the Stairs Day! Brett McIff, PhD - Physical Activity and Nutrition Grant Coordination (Heal Program) for the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, joins the show to discuss the importance of taking the stairs up and down… Dr. McIff also addresses how to navigate exercising on bad air days like we are experiencing right now in the Salt Lake Valley.
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Jan 14, 2026 3:33 PM
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Utah Faces Shortage of Primary Care Doctors
Utah is facing one of the worst shortages of primary care doctors in the country. Dr. King Udall joins Greg and Holly to discuss the issue and what needs to be done to address it.
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Jan 14, 2026 3:32 PM
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Man Arrested, Accused of Threatening to 'Kirk' Students at U of U
University of Utah Police have arrested a man...who's accused of threatening to "Kirk" conservative students. The alleged comments appeared to reference the shooting of Charlie Kirk at UVU last year. Greg and Holly discuss.
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Jan 14, 2026 3:31 PM
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81% of Utahns Agree Child Care Access Is Significant Issue
81% of Utahns agree that childcare access is a big problem, according to new research from the Utah Women and Leadership Project. Pressure is growing for employers and policymakers to expand the state’s childcare solutions. Susan Madsen, Director of the Utah Women and Leadership Project, joins the show to discuss the issue at hand and how it can be addressed.
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Jan 14, 2026 3:30 PM
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'Strengthening Public Trust' Utah's Judiciary Opens Doors to Community with Town Hall
Tonight, Wednesday, January 14th, the Utah judiciary is holding a town hall aimed at ‘strengthening public trust’ in the Utah Judiciary. Greg and Holly speak with Jonathan Puente, Director of the Office of Fairness and Accountability for the Utah Judiciary, about the main goals of this Court Connect town hall.
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Jan 14, 2026 3:29 PM
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Lawmakers Push More Transparency For Property Tax Changes
Rep. Karen Peterson joins the show to discuss changes being considered to create more transparency with property tax increases and the idea to requiring holding truth and taxation before money is spent.
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Jan 14, 2026 3:28 PM
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Independents on the Rise: Why Voters Are Walking Away from Both Parties
A new Gallup survey shows 45 % of Americans now identify as independents, with younger voters - Gen Z and Millennials - leading the shift. Greg and Holly speak with Jason Perry, Director of The Hinckley Institute of Politics, to break down what’s driving the move away from both major parties, what's happening here in Utah,  and what Republicans, Democrats, and Utah’s own unaffiliated voters should be paying attention to. Listeners call in live to share if they have ditched their political party and why. 
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Jan 14, 2026 3:27 PM
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The Latest SCOTUS Decisions
The Supreme Court of the United States released multiple opinions this morning, one involving a challenge to a state law in Illinois that allows ballots to be received after Election Day. Greg and Holly walk through this decision, and others, top of mind today. 
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Jan 14, 2026 3:25 PM
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Arrested Made in SLC Funeral Shooting
We're learning an update regarding the Funeral Shooting that claimed the lives of two people last week outside of a church meeting house in SLC. Salt Lake police have arrested a man and accused him of hindering their investigation into the shootout at a funeral that claimed the lives of two men and injured six others. Greg explains the latest.
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Jan 14, 2026 3:24 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show January 13th, 2026: Students Sue Davis School District Claiming Mishandling of Reports of Grooming, Harassment
  • Economic Chaos? Federal Reserve Chairman Investigation Sparks Concern
  • Utah Education Association Faces Lawsuit Claiming False Advertising of Political Use of Dues
  • SLC Among the Top For Worst Air Quality In The US
  • Supreme Court Hears Arguments on State Bans for Transgender Athletes in Women’s Sports
  • Top Taxpayer Priorities Ahead of Utah's Legislative Session 
  • 'I Love You Bro': Breaking the Stigma Around Men’s Mental Health
  • Bill and Hillary Clinton Refuse Epstein Testimony - What’s Next?
  • Minnesota Sues DHS to Stop Surge of Immigration Agents in State
  • Kids at Risk: Digital Addiction, Sextortion and AI Threats
  • Countdown to Utah’s Legislative Session: Holly and Greg’s Top Issues to Watch
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Jan 13, 2026 3:3 PM
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Countdown to Utah’s Legislative Session: Holly and Greg’s Top Issues to Watch
We are one week away from the kickoff of Utah's legislative session! Greg and Holly lay out the most pressing issues they are watching.
 
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Jan 13, 2026 2:54 PM
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Kids at Risk: Digital Addiction, Sextortion and AI Threats
Technology is evolving faster than safety measures can keep up, and kids are paying the price. From digital addiction to the growing threat of sextortion and AI-driven exploitation, advocates are sounding the alarm on the mental health and safety risks facing children today. Brandy Vega with Promise2live joins to discuss the upcoming Safe Tech Town Hall, why these issues are escalating, and what parents can do right now to protect their families.
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Jan 13, 2026 2:54 PM
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Minnesota Sues DHS to Stop Surge of Immigration Agents in State
The state of Minnesota has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the expanded immigration crackdown in its state. Greg and Holly break down the latest.
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Jan 13, 2026 2:53 PM
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Bill and Hillary Clinton Refuse Epstein Testimony - What’s Next?
The Clintons are standing their ground regarding their involvement with Jeffrey Epstein. They refused to appear on Capitol Hill today for a scheduled deposition about their dealings with Epstein. They say they have very little info to share and are pushing back against calls for their testimony, and now may face being held in contempt of Congress. 
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Jan 13, 2026 2:53 PM
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'I Love You Bro': Breaking the Stigma Around Men’s Mental Health
Across the country, more men and boys are feeling disconnected and hopeless in society right now. The stigma around mental health among men is a dangerous trend and can lead to some serious consequences. Last week, a Utah symposium brought together experts to tackle this growing crisis. We bring on Lois Collins, Deseret News, to discuss what she learned and how we can help men break this stigma. We also highlight the "I Love You Bro" project, a mental health and suicide prevention group for men, founded by Joe Tuia'ana. He joins the show to discuss the project and how he's opening up the conversation around men's mental health.
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Jan 13, 2026 2:52 PM
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Top Taxpayer Priorities Ahead of Utah's Legislative Session 
Next week is Utah's legislative session; tax policy can be a hot-button topic for lawmakers. We bring on Billy Hesterman, Utah Taxpayers Association President, to discuss what's top of mind for taxpayers this year. 
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Jan 13, 2026 2:48 PM
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Supreme Court Hears Arguments on State Bans for Transgender Athletes in Women’s Sports
SCOTUS this morning heard two oral arguments about state bans on transgender athletes performing in women's and girls' sports. Both cases are being heard on the basis that this is infringing on their rights if they are banned from participating. Managing Editor for SCOTUSblog Kelsey Dallas joins the show to discuss the details around the cases and where judges are leaning going into the case.
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Jan 13, 2026 2:48 PM
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SLC Among the Top For Worst Air Quality In The US
The lack of storms and chilly air has created a soupy concoction of smog that is expected to continue to fill the valley, and we may not see any relief for the near future. KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson joins us in the studio to discuss this air pattern, and we touch on the EPA's shift from measuring pollution's effects on humans to focusing on businesses.
00:09:32
Jan 13, 2026 2:47 PM
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Utah Education Association Faces Lawsuit Claiming False Advertising of Political Use of Dues
A Utah teacher, who is also a member of the Utah State Board of Education,  is suing the Utah Education Association. They claim that UEA has been misleading its members about how their union dues are used.  Deseret News Reporter Brigham Tomco joins the show to discuss the details.
00:07:59
Jan 13, 2026 2:34 PM
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Economic Chaos? Federal Reserve Chairman Investigation Sparks Concern
The investigation into the Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, has been heating up, and concerns are rising about how this investigation could throw the economy into chaos. Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist with Zions Bank, shares his perspective on why the Federal Reserve needs independence.
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Jan 13, 2026 2:32 PM
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Students Sue Davis School District Claiming Mishandling of Reports of Grooming, Harassment
A group of 6 students has sued the Davis School District. The lawsuit claims the district mishandled complaints of harassment and grooming that were made against a former soccer coach.  Greg and Holly explore the case and the legal ramifications at hand.
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Jan 13, 2026 2:30 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show January 12th, 2026: Sole Survivor of West Valley Family Shooting Dies Unexpectedly
  • Legal Analysis: Federal Reserve Chairman Under Criminal Investigation
     
  • Would Lower Credit Card Rates Save You or Sink You?
     
  • Instagram Password Reset Attacks: Are You At Risk?
     
  • Can You Sue for a Broken Marriage? Utah Lawmakers Reconsider Law
     
  • Breaking the Benefits Cliff
     
  • Deeper Than Dollars? Why Incentives Might Not Solve Falling Birth Rates
     
  • Iran Protests Ignite Global Tension: Could U.S. Action Backfire?
     
  • 'Grok' Gone Wrong? Why Elon Musk's AI Chatbot is Facing Global Scrutiny
     
  • Barbie’s New Autistic Doll: Expressive Gestures and Sensory-Friendly Features
     
  • Some Dogs Expand Vocabulary By Eavesdropping
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Jan 12, 2026 4:23 PM
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Some Dogs Expand Vocabulary By Eavesdropping
Think your dog isn’t paying attention? Think again! New research reveals that some dogs can expand their vocabulary just by listening in on their owners’ conversations. Greg and Holly explore what the research says in this tail-wagging story and share facts of the day.
 
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Jan 12, 2026 4:21 PM
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