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 March 12th, 2026: No Sales Tax on 2034 Olympic Tickets
  • Strike on Iranian School May Be Tied to Outdated U.S. Intelligence
  • Utah GOP Lawmaker Casts Most 'No' Votes in Past 20 Years
  • What the Utah Legislature Didn’t Do This Session
  • A New Financial Crime Intelligence Center
  • How AI Deepfakes Impact Consumers
  • ...and more!
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Mar 12, 2026 1:5 PM
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Fun Facts and Closing Arguments
Holly and Rusty break developments as Police are responding to reports of an “active shooter” at a synagogue outside Detroit. The hosts end the show with key events from this day.
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Mar 12, 2026 1:2 PM
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Rep. Celeste Maloy Talks Utah's New 3rd District
Rep. Celeste Maloy joins the show to talk about what Utah's new 3rd district looks like and how she's navigating the change as she prepares her run for reelection this year.
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Mar 12, 2026 12:58 PM
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The SAVE America Act vs. Talking Filibuster
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is facing major pressure from President Donald Trump, along with those across the aisle, to navigate the party to pass the SAVE America Act, which relies on the use of the "Talking Filibuster". We discuss what this means for both parties and how this might shake out. Senator John Curtis weighs in on the filibuster and the SAVE America Act.
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Mar 12, 2026 12:57 PM
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Navigating Spring Break Travel Amid Rising Fuel Costs
Since the conflict in Iran has started, gas prices have risen nearly 70 cents over the past month.  Rising costs have some families rethinking their travel plans. John Treanor, Senior Communications Specialist with AAA Mountain West Group, will discuss how to prepare to navigate changing travel plans, where fuel prices are going, and practical tips to save on fuel. Holly and Rusty hear from listeners on whether rising fuel costs are disrupting their travel plans.
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Mar 12, 2026 12:53 PM
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How AI Deepfakes Impact Consumers
The progression of AI is happening fast and is becoming more lifelike with every new iteration. The most recent use of AI to help criminals is using the likeness of Olympians and other public figures as a deepfake to scam their fans.  KSL Investigative Reporter Matt Gephardt joins the show to discuss the situation and how to keep an eye out for what's real and what's AI.
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Mar 12, 2026 12:49 PM
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A New Financial Crime Intelligence Center
Financial Crimes aren't new, but they are becoming more sophisticated, driven by the ease of crypto scams and now crypto ATMs. Utah Attorney General Derek Brown joins the show to discuss financial crimes in Utah and what's being done to address them.
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Mar 12, 2026 12:48 PM
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What the Utah Legislature Didn’t Do This Session
Many bills made it through the house in the last minute, one that didn't right at the stroke of midnight. The hosts go into detail on what this session didn't cover, and Deseret News Editor Sarah Jane Weaver joins to provide the latest.
00:09:55
Mar 12, 2026 12:34 PM
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Utah GOP Lawmaker Casts Most 'No' Votes in Past 20 Years
Utah Representative Leah Hansen broke a record after this latest legislative session by casting 446 "no" votes, the most in the session's last 20 years. We go in-depth into what it is like for lawmakers on the hill and dive into her public statement about her voting pattern.
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Mar 12, 2026 12:34 PM
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Strike on Iranian School May Be Tied to Outdated U.S. Intelligence
A new report is showing that a controversial strike that hit an Iranian school may have been due to outdated intelligence by the US. Holly and Rusty walk through what is known.
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Mar 12, 2026 12:32 PM
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No Sales Tax on 2034 Olympic Tickets
Utah lawmakers have approved a bill exempting 2034 Olympic tickets from state sales tax, hoping increased tourism will offset the lost revenue. Rusty and Holly break down what this means for fans, the state budget, and the true cost of attending the Games.
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Mar 12, 2026 12:31 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show March 11th, 2026: One Week Since Wayne County Murders: What We Now Know

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

  • 'One of the Most Productive Legislative Sessions' Mayor Mendenhall Responds to 2026 Legislature
  • Classroom Changes: Cellphones, Literacy & Classroom Tech
  • Eye on the Courts: Did Utah Reform or Reshape Judicial Power?
  • Uber’s Women‑Only Feature Faces Legal Challenge From Men
  • Understanding Bipolar Disorder: What Mixed Episodes Really Look Like
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Mar 11, 2026 2:58 PM
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Shooting at Utah Imam No Longer Being Investigated as a Hate Crime

We wrap the show with updates on the Sandy man charged in the shooting of a Utah imam and why the case is no longer classified as a hate crime, plus closing arguments and fun facts.

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Mar 11, 2026 2:53 PM
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Understanding Bipolar Disorder: What Mixed Episodes Really Look Like

About 2 weeks ago,  actor Robert Carradine, who many may know him due to his role as Lizzie McGuire's father and Revenge of the Nerds, passed away. His family shared that he had struggled with bipolar disorder for nearly 20 years. As World Bipolar Day approached on March 30th,, Roger Rivera a board-certified psychiatric–mental health nurse practitioner who treats patients with BD-1,  explains what mixed episodes are, why they’re commonly misdiagnosed, and how better understanding these symptoms can lead to more effective conversations and treatment options.

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Mar 11, 2026 2:52 PM
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One Week Since Wayne County Murders: What We Now Know

KSL investigative journalist and podcast host, Dave Cawley, returns with updates on the Wayne County tragedy one week later. We walk through the timeline, what we’ve learned about the victims and the suspect, and how the community is coping.

00:19:09
Mar 11, 2026 2:52 PM
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How Immigration Enforcement Impacts Families 

Senate Minorite Leader, Luz Escamilla, joins us to discuss how new immigration enforcement measures are affecting families across the state — and what she hears from those living in fear.

00:11:05
Mar 11, 2026 2:51 PM
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Uber’s Women‑Only Feature Faces Legal Challenge From Men

A new women‑only ride‑matching option from Uber is at the center of a lawsuit brought by male drivers. We examine the arguments, safety concerns in the rideshare industry, and how similar features from Lyft have functioned for riders.

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Mar 11, 2026 2:51 PM
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'One of the Most Productive Legislative Sessions' Mayor Mendenhall Responds to 2026 Legislature

Greg and Holly listen live from City Hall as Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall hosts a post‑session media roundtable on how newly passed legislation will impact the city’s services, governance, and long‑term planning. The hosts discuss what stood out from this media roundtable.

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Mar 11, 2026 2:50 PM
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Eye on the Courts: Did Utah Reform or Reshape Judicial Power?

KSL.com Reporter, Bridger Beal Cvetko explains what played out when it comes to changes within Utah's Judiciary during this legislative session. We explore the expansion of the state Supreme Court, the creation of new three‑judge panels. Were these moves for more transparency or more of a takeover? 

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Mar 11, 2026 2:50 PM
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Classroom Changes: Cellphones, Literacy & Classroom Tech

Jason Swenson with the Deseret News, breaks down the education changes coming to Utah classrooms from this year’s legislative session — from stricter “bell‑to‑bell” cellphone restrictions to new literacy requirements, tech‑safety mandates, and investments in higher‑ed research. What will this mean for students, teachers, and parents?

00:08:42
Mar 11, 2026 2:50 PM
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Georgia’s High‑Stakes Runoff: The Battle to Replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

NewsNation’s Elizabeth Prann joins us to explain the closely watched Georgia runoff to fill the seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene. Who are the candidates, what’s driving voters, and why is this special election drawing national attention?

00:09:27
Mar 11, 2026 2:49 PM
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New Faces, New Districts: Who’s Running for Congress in Utah?

Utah’s newly redrawn congressional map is reshaping the 2026 political landscape. We break down the candidates jumping into the race, including Karianne Lisonbee’s official announcement, and look at how incumbents are positioning themselves in the state’s reconfigured districts.

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Mar 11, 2026 2:49 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show March 10th, 2026: Trump’s Election Ultimatum & the Future of the SAVE America Act
  • Rep. Kennedy on His Push to Let Families Sue Over Gender‑Related Hormonal Treatments
  • The New Salt Palace's Financial Safety Net' 
  • Salt Lake Temple Open House: What Downtown Should Expect
  • Your Taxes in 2026: Legislative Update
  • Why Teens Aren’t Sleeping — and What It’s Doing to Them
  • Hegseth: Today will be the ‘most intense day of strikes inside Iran’  
  • ...and more!
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Mar 10, 2026 1:45 PM
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Iranian Sleeper Cells? What a New Alert Reveals
There's been a U.S. alert about intercepted Iranian communications that may activate sleeper assets abroad. Retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent Karl Schmae, who led the Joint Terrorism Task Force and investigated domestic and international terrorism, joins the show. Karl breaks down what sleeper cells are, how they operate, and what security agencies are watching.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:44 PM
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The 60% Tax Amendment: What Voters Need to Know This Fall
Sen. Lincoln Fillmore explains an amendment that will be on that ballot this fall that would
requiring citizen-initiated ballot measures to receive at least 60% voter approval to make certain tax-related changes.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:43 PM
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