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 May 20th, 2026: Trump family shielded from future IRS tax audits, investigations, and prosecution
  • President Trump's sway on the GOP shown during primary elections
  • Utah lawmakers discuss water supply, motorcycle safety, future of the penny during interim session
  • Utah's wildfire outlook; massive fire burning in Southern California too
  • Utah Valley University to hold conference on mental health
  • Water Safety: Harmful algal blooms
  • The state of the housing market
  • Osmond family bringing new outdoor concert venue to Provo Canyon
  • National food chains moving into the "dirty soda" business
  • US Dept. of Justice announces indictment against former Cuban president Raúl Castro
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May 20, 2026 4:13 PM
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Potential breakthrough to combat stinky dog breath

If you own a dog, you're probably all too familiar with the awful smell of stinky dog breath. There's a new spray coming out that claims to eliminate your pooch's bad breath, using a spray with ingredients found in molasses. Holly and Greg talk about nasty breath before finishing with Holly's fun facts and Greg's closing arguments.

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May 20, 2026 4:10 PM
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US Dept. of Justice announces indictment against former Cuban president Raúl Castro

Today, the United States Department of Justice announced an indictment against former Cuban president Raúl Castro for his involvement in the death of American servicemembers in 1996. Greg and Holly hear parts of the live news conference, then discuss what this indictment actually means for the former leader of Cuba.

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May 20, 2026 4:10 PM
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National food chains moving into the "dirty soda" business

Lovers of the "dirty soda" might be glad to have more choices. The style of drink got its start here in Utah, and now national chains are moving into the same world. In case you don't know, a dirty soda is a non-alcoholic creation using soda pop, creamer, flavored syrups, and even fresh fruit. But as chains like McDonald's start offering these drinks, are they doing the original companies... "dirty?"

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May 20, 2026 4:8 PM
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Osmond family bringing new outdoor concert venue to Provo Canyon

It sounds a bit like the Tuacahn of Northern Utah -- what do you think? The Osmond family says they will build a world-class concert venue near the mouth of Provo Canyon. This would be on an old mining facility just across Highway 189 from Canyon View Park. There are lots of questions about the development, least of which is the effect of additional traffic on an already-busy stretch of highway. Greg and Holly discuss the plans and read listener comments, too.

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May 20, 2026 3:57 PM
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The state of the housing market

Home prices are rising, and with the seasonal changes right now, more buyers appear to be entering the market. Some headlines say the housing market is still sluggish, so we turn to Russell Faucette, owner of the Stern Team at Omada Real Estate, for a deeper perspective.

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May 20, 2026 3:56 PM
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Water Safety: Harmful algal blooms

When water levels drop and the temperatures heat up, it becomes the perfect kind of breeding ground for algal blooms. And as you hit the water for your summer fun, how can you make sure you're keeping your kids AND pets safe from unhealthy water? Environmental Program Manager at the Utah Division of Water Quality, Ben Holcomb, joins Inside Sources to share ways to stay safe in Utah's waterways.

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May 20, 2026 3:50 PM
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Utah Valley University to hold conference on mental health

As we approach the end of May -- which is Mental Health Awareness Month -- we continue to take a closer look at our emotional and mental well-being. Utah Valley University is preparing for a major conference on mental health, so Inside Sources takes the chance to talk about the mental health challenges and resources for young adults. Dr. Candida Johnson, Assistant Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at UVU, explains.

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May 20, 2026 3:47 PM
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Utah's wildfire outlook; massive fire burning in Southern California, too

It's no longer a fire season; it's a fire year. With a large fire burning out of control in California right now and virtually no snowpack here in Utah this year, it's going to be a looooong summer here in the West. In this Utah Firewatch segment, Greg and Holly discuss the fire outlook for the next several months. They also share updates on that massive fire in California and a new wildland fire center that's opened here in Salt Lake.

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May 20, 2026 3:46 PM
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Utah lawmakers discuss water supply, motorcycle safety, future of the penny during interim session

State lawmakers are back on Utah's Capitol Hill today for another day of the interim session. They're set to discuss some really interesting things, including the state's response to the ongoing drought and long-term water infrastructure. They'll also talk about Utah's motorcycle safety laws, distracted driving, and even the humble penny... which is on its way out the door. Greg and Holly give a preview.

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May 20, 2026 3:43 PM
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President Trump's sway on the GOP shown during primary elections

Another one bites the dust -- Representative Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) lost his Republican primary last night. Massie hasn't been holding back about his concerns with the Trump Administration, including the Iran War and the Epstein files. Is this a telling sign of the Republican Party today -- support President Trump or your out? It happened to Massie and to Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, and some in the GOP worry it'll happen in the Texas race for Senate. POLITICO politics reporter Sam Benson joins the conversation.

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May 20, 2026 3:42 PM
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Trump family shielded from future IRS tax audits, investigations, and prosecution

It's one of the most eyebrow-raising things the Inside Sources hosts have ever seen: as part of the DOJ's deal with President Donald Trump over his lawsuit against the IRS, the President, his family, and his businesses will be exempt from tax audits, investigations, and prosecution… indefinitely.

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May 20, 2026 3:42 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show May 19th, 2026: Developers behind Box Elder data center apply for new water rights
  • Judge hears arguments about public, media access in Charlie Kirk murder case 
  • Changes to how Utah's public colleges pick commencement speakers 
  • Discussions on missionary work within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 
  • Utah lawmakers to reexamine medical cannabis rules 
  • Carnival Cruise Lines cancels reservations made during pricing glitch 
  • Water Safety: How to boat safely and still have fun 
  • Turning to AI chatbots for love 
  • Investigation into deadly San Diego Islamic Center shooting continues 
  • ChatCPR 
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May 19, 2026 12:45 PM
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ChatCPR 
 

If you don't know CPR, but you come upon someone who needs CPR, did you know 9-1-1 dispatch can actually walk you through the steps?  Now, ChatGPT can do the same thing – it's called ChatCPR. And the data says most of the time, it does a better job that the human 9-1-1 dispatcher. Ouch. Holly and Greg share their thoughts, along with Holly's fun facts and Greg's closing arguments. 

 

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May 19, 2026 12:40 PM
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Investigation into deadly San Diego Islamic Center shooting continues 
 

The investigation into a deadly shooting at a San Diego mosque continues today, and one of the suspect's mothers is speaking out about her son's mental health. One security guard was killed in the shooting... a father of 8. And one of the suspected shooters was just 17-years-old. Retired FBI agent Greg Rogers shares his perspective on the deadly crime. 

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May 19, 2026 12:39 PM
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Turning to AI chatbots for love 

New data reveals just how romantic companionships with artificial intelligence are on the rise... and they're quietly disrupting real-life relationships. Brigham Young University's Wheatley Institute and the Institute for Family Studies shed some deeper insights into how these relationships are affecting our in-person relationships, including our romantic relationships. Co-author of the study, BYU professor Dr. Brian Willoughby, joins the conversation.  

 

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May 19, 2026 12:35 PM
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Water Safety: How to boat safely and still have fun 
 

Did you know that the laws between drinking and driving and drinking and boating are different? Aside from that, there are plenty of additional safety considerations you need to know when boating -- different from other water activities like swimming or paddleboarding. Holly and Greg share boating tips, and are joined by Ty Hunter, boating program manager with the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, for a deeper discussion on safe boating. 

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May 19, 2026 12:31 PM
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Carnival Cruise Lines cancels reservations made during pricing glitch 
 

We all want to save money and still have fun this summer. So if you were browsing the web for cheaper rooms on a cruise and found and booked those tickets, you'd expect the cruise line to hold up its end of the bargain. Right? Well, not necessarily. Some people who booked on a Carnival Cruise Line ship got a wickedly awesome deal, only for the company to come back and say, "Oops... that was a mistake, we're cancelling your rooms." 

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May 19, 2026 12:28 PM
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Utah lawmakers to reexamine medical cannabis rules 
 

State lawmakers are headed back up to Utah's Capitol Hill this week for the first interim session since the legislative general session ended in March. Among the things being discussed tonight is medical cannabis here in Utah. You'll recall that the federal government changed the scheduling for state-issued medical marijuana last month, and now the state has to look at its own laws to see how things will change here.  

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May 19, 2026 12:26 PM
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Discussions on missionary work within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 
 

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is moving ahead with its mission of missionary work, recording a record number of convert baptisms last year. The Church is also shedding light on how missionaries are trained by releasing a new video that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Missionary Training Center in Provo. Deseret News editor Sarah Jane Weaver joins the hosts to discuss.

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May 19, 2026 12:25 PM
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Changes to how Utah's public colleges pick commencement speakers 

All the controversy around Utah Valley University's decision to have "America's Government Teacher" – Sharon McMahon – speak at their commencement has prompted changes to how graduation speakers are chosen at Utah's public colleges and universities. Now, the Utah Board of Higher Education will require trustees to vote on the nominated speaker. Inside Sources talks about the potential issues with this course of action. 

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May 19, 2026 12:23 PM
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 Judge hears arguments about public, media access in Charlie Kirk murder case 
 

The man accused of killing political influencer Charlie Kirk is back in court again today. The defense team for Tyler Robinson argues that certain documents in the case should be sealed and that some of the prosecution should be sanctioned for speaking to the media. We hear a bit of the arguments, and Greg and Holly discuss. 

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May 19, 2026 12:21 PM
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Developers behind Box Elder data center apply for new water rights 
 

The folks behind the massive data center proposed for Box Elder County have now submitted another application for water rights. According to this new application, the water would come from an unnamed spring in the Hansel Valley, an area just southeast of the proposed 40-thousand acre development. All this is happening while a rumored candidate to be Utah's next governor, former U.S. Representative Jason Chaffetz, says he's responsible for bringing businessman Kevin O'Leary into the plans. 

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May 19, 2026 12:20 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show May 18th, 2026: Connecting with Harvard to save the Great Salt Lake
  • How are other states dealing with data centers? 
  • Peace talks with Iran stall 
  • Put away the phone to encourage more connection 
  • Pres. Trump drops lawsuit against the IRS 
  • Congressional shakeups amid the primary elections 
  • Water Safety: Drowning and life vests 
  • College graduate job prospects in the Salt Lake area 
  • Another hurdle for President Trump's ballroom 
  • "Socialistic" countries turning more towards capitalism 
  •  Congrats to the Richardson family! 
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May 18, 2026 2:57 PM
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Congrats to the Richardson family! 
 

Holly's family is expanding a bit more: her son got engaged this weekend. She and Greg share their own experiences with engagements. Holly also shares her fun facts, and Greg shares his closing arguments. 

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May 18, 2026 2:45 PM
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