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 November 6th, 2025: Flight reductions: SLC Airport included in FAA list of US airports that may experience air traffic reductions
  • Political shakeups underway in Utah and the U.S.
  • Jeff Flake: The GOP Migration
  • Demand skyrockets for 211 services in Utah 
  • Navigating business challenges and Utah's path forward
  • Utah First Lady Abby Cox
  • AI minor now offered through University of Utah
  • AI use in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
  • Financial Stress and Domestic Violence: What to Know
  • Utah consumer sentiment slips in October
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Nov 6, 2025 1:55 PM
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Utah consumer sentiment slips in October
Amid layoffs and an uncertain economy, consumer sentiment is decreasing. Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist at Zions Bank, joins Holly to tell us what this may indicate for the near future.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:52 PM
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Financial Stress and Domestic Violence: What to Know
Financial stress is often linked with an uptick in cases of domestic violence, and in a time of such deep economic and job uncertainty, Americans are not short on financial stress. Kimmi Wolf from the Domestic Violence Coalition joins Holly to talk about domestic violence awareness and prevention amid stressful times in the economy. Tom Golightly, a licensed clinical psychologist, joins Holly today to discuss ways to manage our stress amid financial uncertainty.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:49 PM
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AI use in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Continuing our discussion of AI, Holly spoke to Sarah Weaver from the Deseret News about the church's use of AI or lack thereof. Recently, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced that there are two cases in which AI may not be used: preparation of conference and sacrament meetings, and generation of images of Jesus Christ.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:45 PM
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AI minor now offered through University of Utah
The David Eccles School of Business now offers a minor focused on integrating AI into commerce. Kurt Dirks, Dean of the business school, told Holly about the advancements being made and the motivations behind the new program.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:44 PM
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Utah First Lady Abby Cox
Utah First Lady Abby Cox and Mike Moon with UserveUtah join Holly to discuss the service project, which highlights leadership in connecting volunteerism to career development for young adults. As part of the summit taking place at Olympus High School, Utah is showcasing how we are meeting workforce needs through providing skills development, experience, and credentials through service & volunteerism.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:44 PM
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Navigating business challenges and Utah's path forward
Burke Olsen, Digital Content Director of the Deseret News, joined the show to discuss the biggest challenges for issues facing American businesses as well as an upcoming event called Utah Business Forward, focused on sharing knowledge to strengthen the Utah economy.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:41 PM
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Demand skyrockets for 211 services in Utah 
Patrick McIntyre, Chief Development and Communication Officer of the United Way of Salt Lake, joined Holly to talk about the increase in demand for assistance from families amid the government shutdown.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:39 PM
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Jeff Flake: The GOP Migration
Former ambassador to Turkey, Jeff Flake, says that diehard MAGA Republicans have begun to break away from their hardline positions. Holly talks to him about why this may be and what it means for America.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:37 PM
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Political shakeups underway in Utah and the U.S.
The nation saw a bit of a blue wave this election day as democrats were voted in across the country, notably in New York and Virginia. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi also announced the end of her 38 years in Congress. Local elections are changing the shape of Utah, and veteran lawmakers such as State Representative Karianne Lisonbee said she would not seek reelection after 16 years in public office. Kyle Friant, Executive Director of the Governing Group, joined Holly to talk about what's next for the nation and the state.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:36 PM
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Flight reductions: SLC Airport included in FAA list of US airports that may experience air traffic reductions
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that 40 airports would see a 10 percent reduction in traffic because of a shortage of air traffic controllers. Holly talks to KSL NewsRadio Producer Caitlyn Johnston, who has her own worries as she preps to fly this weekend and what information she has learned from the airline she's flying through. Holly breaks down what to do if you have a flight cancellation from the AP.  Jessica Kartalija, National correspondent for NewsNation, brings the latest developments.
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Nov 6, 2025 1:35 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show November 5th, 2025: Utah’s Election Night Surprises
  • Blue Wave Warning? What East Coast Wins Signal for the GOP
  • Day 36: Government Shutdown Reaches Longest in History
  • Utah Senate Democrats Push for SNAP Support from State Rainy Day Fund
  • Air Travel Warning: Could SLC Airport Face Travel Chaos?
  • Why Utahns are Pumping the Brakes on Big Buys - Including Housing 
  • SLCO Daycare Closures: Parents Speak Out
  • SCOTUS & Tariffs: Has President Trump gone too far?
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Nov 5, 2025 2:28 PM
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SCOTUS & Tariffs: Has President Trump gone too far?
The Supreme Court Justices are now hearing oral arguments on the legality of President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs imposed on dozens of countries, including China, Mexico and Canada. What could the ruling mean for trade and the economy? Plus, Holly shares insight on the developing news of a UPS plane crash in Louisville.
 
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Nov 5, 2025 2:26 PM
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SLCO Daycare Closures: Parents Speak Out
Salt Lake County’s decision to close county-run daycares has parents sounding off. We hear their concerns and what officials are saying in response. KSL NewsRadio's Heather Peterson walks through the details.
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Nov 5, 2025 2:26 PM
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Why Utahns are Pumping the Brakes on Big Buys - Including Housing 
A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll finds a slim majority of Utahns are less likely to make big purchases this year. Steve Waldrip, The Governor's Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy, we dig into new polling data and explore how economic uncertainty is shaping real estate decisions.
00:10:16
Nov 5, 2025 2:25 PM
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Air Travel Warning: Could SLC Airport Face Travel Chaos?
Could the shutdown lead to mass chaos at the SLC airport? Bill Wyatt, SLC Airport Executive Director, about what travelers need to know and how operations are being impacted.
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Nov 5, 2025 2:22 PM
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Utah Senate Democrats Push for SNAP Support from State Rainy Day Fund
With families struggling, some Democratic Utah lawmakers have called for a special session to tap the rainy-day fund for SNAP benefits. Senator Luz Escamilla explains what’s at stake and what comes next.
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Nov 5, 2025 2:15 PM
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Day 36: Government Shutdown Reaches Longest in History
Now the longest shutdown in U.S. history, the impacts from the government shutdown are really starting to bubble up. What’s the backup plan for reopening government, and are things moving in the right direction? Cami Mondeux, Deseret News Congressional Correspondent, joins the show to break it all down. Congressman Blake Moore calls in live from Washington, DC to discuss where things stand and if the shutdown has reached its breaking point.
00:16:42
Nov 5, 2025 2:15 PM
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Blue Wave Warning? What East Coast Wins Signal for the GOP
Democrats have dominated in key races in New York, Virginia, and New Jersey. Is this a warning sign for Republicans heading into 2026? Breaking News Reporter with The Hill, Ashleigh Fields, joins the show with the latest details.  Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, analyzes what this means for Republicans and the national political landscape.
00:16:17
Nov 5, 2025 2:13 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show November 4th, 2025

Inside Sources Full Show November 4th, 2025

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Nov 4, 2025 2:34 PM
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Turkey and Stuffing Oreos? Unstuffing Oreo's Thanksgiving Dinner Cookies 
Oreo is rolling out Thanksgiving-themed flavors. Is it a festive treat or a marketing gimmick? Holly is joined by Producer Caitlyn Johnston to unstuff this controversial Oreo flavor debate, and if Oreo has gone too far or done just enough to get people curious enough to buy. 
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Nov 4, 2025 1:31 PM
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The latest on Utah's redistricting court battle 
The fight over Utah’s redistricting maps continues today. Holly and Maura break down the latest developments.
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Nov 4, 2025 1:30 PM
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Meet USU's New President: Brad Mortenson
Utah State University has a new president. Holly and Maura speak with President Brad Mortenson about his new role and the switch from being WSU's President to USU.
00:09:37
Nov 4, 2025 1:29 PM
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Stillbirth Risks: What the Latest Research Reveals
Stillbirths are far more common than previously believed, according to a new study just published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Dr. Bob Silver, Chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Utah, joins to talk about the new findings on pregnancy and stillbirth risks, and what families need to know.
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Nov 4, 2025 1:28 PM
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Washington County makes a splash with Utah’s first regional water conservation plan
Washington County has rolled out the state’s first regional water conservation plan. Holly and Maura speak with Washington County Water Conservancy District General Manager Zach Renstrom. What does this mean for your faucet and how water conservation is handled in Utah as a whole?
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Nov 4, 2025 1:27 PM
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