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 29th, 2025: Utah's Redistricting War Rages On
  • The Passing of President Jeffrey R. Holland 
  • Significant People taken by 2025 
  • Tyler Robinson Appears in Court 
  • Jay Evensen Talks Highlights
  • The Water Pendulum Swings 
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Dec 29, 2025 1:34 PM
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Holly's Fun Facts! 
 
Holly shares stories of kindness and service and other fun facts. 
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Dec 29, 2025 1:29 PM
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The Whit Says Goodbye 
 
Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham announced his retirement from the team earlier this month, but just yesterday, he officially revealed that he has taken a position as head coach at the University of Michigan. KSL Reporter Tammy Kikuchi joins Greg and Holly to talk about this major shakeup in college football.  
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Dec 29, 2025 1:28 PM
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A Look Back on the Education Stories of 2025 
 
Continuing the theme of our year in review, Jason Swensen from the Deseret News joins us now to discuss the most important education stories of this year. Holly and Greg discuss the biggest education stories and how they affected the education system as a whole.  
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Dec 29, 2025 1:27 PM
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The Water Pendulum Swings 
 
Utahns may remember we had a historically wet October. The record rainfall hit 4.3 inches in just one day, just about a half inch over the previous record. But now, we have seen a historically dry December with nearly no snow to speak of in the Salt Lake Valley. Utah Division of Water Resources Drought Coordinator Laura Haskell joined Greg and Holly to tell them just what the situation is.  
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Dec 29, 2025 1:27 PM
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Leaving the Legislature: Who is on their way out? 

Holly and Greg discuss who is not seeking reelection in the Utah Legislature. Some of them are leaving for greener pastures, and some of them are seeking other offices, but one thing is certain: a few chairs are opening in the Utah Legislature.  

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Dec 29, 2025 1:25 PM
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Jay Evensen Talks Highlights 
 
Deseret News Opinion Editor Jay Evensen joined the show to reflect on 2025 and the news it brought with it. From the tragic to the comic, locally and nationally, Jay Evensen talks about what shaped Utah's 2025. 
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Dec 29, 2025 1:24 PM
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Tyler Robinson Appears in Court 
 
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, appeared in court today as his counsel made further requests in an attempt to limit media access to his trial. Greg offers his expert legal opinion as he and Holly break down the case.
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Dec 29, 2025 12:55 PM
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Internet Crimes Against Children Double in 2025 
 
Holly and Greg are joined by Utah Criminal Deputy Attorney Stewart Young, who heads up the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force. He explains what they're looking for, how they stop it, and how to keep your kids safe.  
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Dec 29, 2025 12:49 PM
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Significant People taken by 2025 
 
2025 saw the loss of leaders in faith, entertainment, and politics. Holly and Greg discuss the legacies of those we lost this year.  
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Dec 29, 2025 12:48 PM
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The Passing of President Jeffrey R. Holland 
 
President of the Quorum of the 12 Apostles Jeffrey R. Holland passed away in the early hours of Saturday morning. Holly and Greg are joined by Deseret News Editor Sarah Jane Weaver to discuss the life and legacy of President Holland. 
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Dec 29, 2025 12:48 PM
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Utah's Redistricting War Rages On 
 
Senator Todd Weiler joined Holly and Greg to discuss the latest ruling by Judge Diana Gibson that declared this case is "far from over." Weiler talks to Greg and Holly about his feelings on the case and what he believes is next. 
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Dec 29, 2025 12:47 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show December 23rd, 2025: A Warm Christmas + No Snow Ski Resort Activities 
  • Court Blocks Trump's Homelessness Plan -- What It Means For Utah
  • The Most Impactful SCOTUS Cases of 2025
  • Woman Turns Kids' Hat Drawings into Handmade Magic
  • Charlie Kirk, President Trump, The Pope and More -- Top News Stories of 2025
  • When Christmas Goes Sideways… and Why Sub for Santa Still Shines
  • One Day in a Christmas Movie: Which World Would You Call Home?
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Dec 23, 2025 1:53 PM
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One Day in a Christmas Movie: Which World Would You Call Home?
Andy Farnsworth and Rachel Wagner join Greg and Holly for a festive movie chat! We spotlight today’s pick, 'Marty Supreme', the story of a young man chasing greatness—and then dive into a fun question: If you could live inside any Christmas movie for a day, which one would it be? From 'White Christmas' to 'The Grinch's' Whoville, we share our favorites and why these films still warm our hearts. Plus, one must-watch Christmas classic before the season ends!
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Dec 23, 2025 1:51 PM
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When Christmas Goes Sideways… and Why Sub for Santa Still Shines
We’re slowing down this week to reflect on the stories and traditions that make Christmas meaningful.  Lois Collins from the Deseret News shares a candid story about how she “ruined her own Christmas” and why the Sub for Santa program holds a special place in her heart. It’s a conversation about giving, gratitude, and finding joy… even when things don’t go as planned.
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Dec 23, 2025 1:49 PM
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Charlie Kirk, President Trump, The Pope and More -- Top News Stories of 2025
2025 has been nothing short of breaking news. Sarah Weaver, editor of the Deseret News, joins to reflect on this year's major stories and their impact.
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Dec 23, 2025 1:47 PM
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Woman Turns Kids' Hat Drawings into Handmade Magic
This story will melt your heart! Karen Taylor, who works with students at Mount Pleasant Elementary, brought holiday magic to first-grade students by hand-making hats based on each child’s drawing of hats! Greg and Holly describe the incredible photo showing the kids’ colorful sketches alongside the real-life replicas, and hear from Karen about what inspired her, how long it took, and the challenges she faced.
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Dec 23, 2025 1:45 PM
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The Most Impactful SCOTUS Cases of 2025
It's been a big year for decisions from the US Supreme Court... and there is more to watch for next year... Managing Editor of SCOTUS Blog, Kelsey Dallas, joins the show to recap some of the biggest cases this year.. and what's to come.
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Dec 23, 2025 1:45 PM
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Court Blocks Trump's Homelessness Plan -- What It Means For Utah
A federal judge is blocking an order from the president...that provided money to states like Utah to provide some homeless services.  There are now questions circulating if this could jeopardize funding for Utah's new centralized homeless campus in Salt Lake City. Brigham Tomco with the Deseret News breaks down the latest. Rep. Tyler Clancy, the newly appointed state homeless coordinator for Utah, shares his response.
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Dec 23, 2025 1:43 PM
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A Warm Christmas + No Snow Ski Resort Activities 
Greg and Holly get the latest on Utah’s unusually warm holiday season and what it means for travelers, ski resorts, and those hoping for a white Christmas. Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, SLC, Alex Desmet,  shares why trees are blooming in December and whether there’s any chance of snow before the big day. Plus, Ski Utah’s Alison Palmintere weighs in on how resorts are adapting and what visitors can do if skiing isn’t an option. With 122 million Americans hitting the road or skies this holiday season, we’ll also check in on travel trends and invite listeners to share their own experiences.
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Dec 23, 2025 1:34 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show December 22nd, 2025: Wrong Way! Holiday Road Trip Ends At Canadian Detention Center 
  • Nikki Minaj, Erika Kirk and Vance 2028? Inside AmericaFest
  • The Epstein Files Deadline: What Dropped… and What Didn’t
  • Tax The Rich! Former Senator Mitt Romney's New Pitch For The GOP
  • Procrastination Nation: 1 in 5 Last Minute Holiday Shop
  • DIY & Thrifting Tips for Last-Minute Holiday Gifts
  • Cookies Games, Tomten & Holiday Fun: Christmas Traditions from Sweden
  • Holiday Hidden Gems: Unexpectedly Great Christmas Films 
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Dec 22, 2025 2:17 PM
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Holiday Hidden Gems: Unexpectedly Great Christmas Films 
Greg watched a Christmas movie over the weekend that surprised him by being so good! The Hosts open up the conversation to talk about holiday films that turned out to be unexpectedly great movies.
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Dec 22, 2025 1:26 PM
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Cookies, Games, Tomten & Holiday Fun: Christmas Traditions from Sweden
Christmas traditions all around, even from Sweden! Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, joins the show to share some of his favorite Christmas Traditions and tells a story of his role as the Swedish Tomten who comes on Christmas Eve and a tradition that involves breaking cookies… as a great way to keep kids occupied. 
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Dec 22, 2025 1:10 PM
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DIY & Thrifting Tips for Last-Minute Holiday Gifts
If you're scrambling for last-minute gifts... and that online order won't make it in time... have you considered thrifting gifts? Or making them homemade? KSL Investigative Reporter Danielle Rivera joins Holly and Greg to discuss her goal to buy secondhand gifts this year and shares practical tips on how to do that and also make gifts homemade!
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Dec 22, 2025 1:9 PM
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Procrastination Nation: 1 in 5 Last Minute Holiday Shop
Time is running out! Whether you do your spending in a physical store or in the virtual marketplace, you'd better finish your Christmas shopping.... and if you are a dedicated procrastinator -- you're not alone.  Greg and Holly discuss Christmas procrastination, as SurveyMonkey says one in five Americans hold off on holiday shopping until the last minute.
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Dec 22, 2025 12:15 PM
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