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 28th, 2026: Proof of Citizenship, Public Voter rolls, and More: Inside Utah's 157-Page Election Bill

Some topics we will cover in this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include:

  • Why Alex Pretti’s Death Needs Independent Review
  • Should Charlie Kirk Shooting Video Be Shown In Court?
  • From Minnesota to Utah: What the Constitution Says About Rights and Power
  • Utah Lawmaker Wants to Crack Down on Unlicensed Lawyers
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Jan 28, 2026 3:34 PM
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From Minnesota to Utah: What the Constitution Says About Rights and Power

As debates intensify over the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota — including questions about the Second Amendment and whether he should have been armed at a protest — we turn to constitutional expert, Matthew Brogdon of UVU’s Center for Constitutional Studies, to break down what the Constitution actually says and the risks of rushing to judgment. Professor Brogdon also speaks to the tensions federally and locally regarding where the courts fit into the political process. We take a deep dive into Utah’s redistricting drama to the ongoing push-and-pull between legislative power, direct democracy, and judicial oversight.

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Jan 28, 2026 3:28 PM
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Proof of Citizenship, Public Voter rolls, and More: Inside Utah's 157-Page Election Bill

The election omnibus bill put forward by Utah Senator Mike McKell will be heard in a Senate Committee this afternoon... This bill is roughly 157 pages and includes many changes to Utah elections. KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small breaks down some standout items in the bill. Utah Senator Mike McKell joins the show to discuss more of the details.

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Jan 28, 2026 3:26 PM
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Should Charlie Kirk Shooting Video Be Shown In Court?
The defense of Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, does not want the video of Charlie Kirk being shot to be shown in court.... should it be? Greg and Holly discuss.
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Jan 28, 2026 3:18 PM
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Utah Lawmaker Wants to Crack Down on Unlicensed Lawyers

A Utah lawmaker wants to crack down on people practicing law WITHOUT a license... Greg and Holly discuss what prompted this and how big of a problem it actually is. Rep. Anthony Loubet joins the show. 

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Jan 28, 2026 3:14 PM
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'This Was Preventable' NTSB Hearing Reveals Failures Behind Fatal DC Plane Collision 

Tomorrow marks one year since an American Airlines jet crashed into a military helicopter outside Washington D-C, killing 67 people.. The NTSB is now pointing to a series of systemic failures that caused that deadly crash. Greg and Holly discuss.

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Jan 28, 2026 3:13 PM
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Don’t Drink and E‑Bike: New Safety Rules Proposed

A Utah lawmaker wants to make it illegal to drink alcohol while riding an e‑bike and introduce new safety requirements for riders. Rep. Paul Cutler joins us to break down what the proposal would change and why he believes it’s needed.

00:09:56
Jan 28, 2026 3:13 PM
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Frozen Funds? South Jordan Woman Says Bank is Holding Money She Kept From Going To Scammer
After a South Jordan woman was tricked by a bank imposter into moving $16,900, her bank froze the funds before the scammer could take them - but later her claim was denied when trying to get her money back. Greg and Holly touch base with KSL Investigative Reporter, Matt Gephardt to break down how the fraud happened, why the bank initially denied her claim, and what federal rules do and don’t protect. Plus, what you should watch for to avoid similar scams.
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Jan 28, 2026 3:12 PM
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Flashing Stop Signs Installed in Sandy City Following Deadly Auto-Ped Accident

 Sandy City has installed lit stop signs following an outcry from the community, after a deadly auto pedestrian accident and outcry of concern from the community. Sandy Mayor Monica Zoltanski joins Holly and Greg to discuss.

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Jan 28, 2026 3:12 PM
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On This Day: Legos, Legends, Loss & Viral Mittens

From the day Lego patented its iconic bricks to the star‑studded recording of “We Are the World,” the hosts go through some of the most memorable moments that happened on this date. They also look back at the Space Shuttle Challenger tragedy and revisit the viral Bernie‑mittens moment that turned into $1.8 million for Vermont charities.

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Jan 28, 2026 3:11 PM
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Why Alex Pretti’s Death Needs Independent Review

Debates have circulated for an independent investigation of the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis... following conflicting information from the Department of Homeland Security. Greg and Holly speak the latest information on the investigation and are joined by Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News to discuss why an independent investigation is important.

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Jan 28, 2026 3:11 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show January 27th, 2026: Eye On The Hill: Transgender Care
  • Should Politics Stay Out Of School Board Elections?
  • How Utah Plans to Tackle Unsolved Violent Crimes
  • Tech Tuesday: The New U.S. TikTok + Social Media Companies In Court
  • Missing West Jordan Children Found in Croatia: What Will It Take To Bring Them Home?
  • International Holocaust Remembrance Day
  • Trump Shifts ICE Leadership in Minneapolis
  • Governor Cox Asks Utahns To 'Pray for Snow'
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Jan 27, 2026 3:26 PM
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Governor Cox Asks Utahns To 'Pray for Snow'
In a social media post last night, Governor Spencer Cox is asking Utah residents to pray for snow and to do their part to conserve water. Greg and Holly discuss this message and other action steps that should be considered. Holly shares facts of the day.
00:09:41
Jan 27, 2026 3:24 PM
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Trump Shifts ICE Leadership in Minneapolis  
Following the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota,  it looks like the Trump administration is taking steps to de-escalate ICE's involvement in the state. President Donald Trump announced that he is changing up leadership in Minnesota and is sending in Border Czar Tom Homan. Greg and Holly discuss.
00:09:45
Jan 27, 2026 3:23 PM
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International Holocaust Remembrance Day
It's been 81 years since Auschwitz was liberated by the Russian army in 1945.  Patrice Arent, a former Utah Senator and member of the Jewish community, joins the show to discuss the importance of this day and the work that still needs to be done.
00:09:23
Jan 27, 2026 3:20 PM
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Missing West Jordan Children Found in Croatia: What Will It Take To Bring Them Home?
Four children from West Jordan disappeared with their mother in November after she posted a string of apocalyptic messages on social media and fled the country. The children have been located in Croatia at a state-run orphanage, but what will it take to bring them back home? We bring on Utah Immigration Attorney, Adam Crayk, who shares his insight.
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Jan 27, 2026 3:19 PM
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Tech Tuesday: The New U.S. TikTok + Social Media Companies In Court
A court in California is hearing the first "bellwether" case brought by the public against social media companies for their addictive and targeted algorithms being used against children. ABC's Tech Reporter Mike Dobuski walks through the case and what this could mean for social media going forward. Mike also brings the latest on what's happened with the TikTok app since the U.S. took majority ownership.
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Jan 27, 2026 3:18 PM
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How Utah Plans to Tackle Unsolved Violent Crimes
Utah lawmakers are introducing bipartisan legislation designed to help chip away at the backlog of unsolved violent crimes. The legislation would introduce a grant program to bring in more resources to help solve these cold cases.  Dave Cawley, Host of KSL's Cold Podcast, shares his perspective and Representative Tyler Clancy, one of the sponsors of the legislation, shares details of the proposal.
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Jan 27, 2026 3:16 PM
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Should Politics Stay Out Of School Board Elections?
Should school board members be partisan or non-partisan? There is a debate on Capitol Hill regarding school board members and if they should be elected as partisan or non-partisan.  Representative John Arthur and Representative Jason Kyle discuss their individual proposals focused on this issue.
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Jan 27, 2026 3:14 PM
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Eye On The Hill: Transgender Care
The House Health and Human Services Committee will hear three bills related to transgender youth this afternoon.  Representative Rex Shipp is sponsoring legislation that would make a current moratorium, which stops minors from starting puberty blockers and cross sex hormones, permanent. The legislation would also require any minors still on puberty blockers or hormones to phase off of them by January 28th, 2027. Representative Rex Shipp joins the show to explain the legislation.
Marina Lowe, Policy Director of Equality Utah, shares concerns around this legislation and others being considered during Utah's 2026 legislative session.
00:18:35
Jan 27, 2026 3:13 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show January 26th, 2026: Second Amendment Rights In Focus As Details Unfold In Shooting of Alex Pretti
  • Proposal Would Double Signatures Needed for Ballot Initiatives
  • 99.9 % of Utah Voters Are Verifiably U.S. Citizens
  • President Trump Supports Effort To Repeal Utah's Prop 4
  • Should Utah Judges Be Elected Instead of Appointed?
  • Two Afghan Men In Utah Detained By ICE
  • Eye on The Hill 2026: Firearm Legislation
  • Meeting Andrea Swift & Donna Kelce At Sundance
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Jan 27, 2026 10:41 AM
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Meeting Andrea Swift & Donna Kelce At Sundance
Sundance Film Festival kicked off its first and final weekend in Utah. Festival goers and filmmakers PACKED main street in Park City... and it wasn't short of celebrity sightings. Producer, Caitlyn Johnston, joins the show to explain her experience meeting Taylor Swift's Mom, Andrea Swift, and Travis Kelce's mom, Donna Kelce, in Park City on Sunday and what she learned during her experience at the Sundance Film Festival.
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Jan 27, 2026 10:33 AM
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Eye on The Hill 2026: Firearm Legislation
Greg and Holly walk through a few different proposals regarding gun laws that will be heard on Utah's Capitol Hill today. Including HB 83, which addresses altering a toy firearm to look like a real one. HB 101 looks into changes regarding background check requirements, and HB 214 limits the ability of people to sue gun manufacturers for liability. Clark Aposhian, Gun Rights Advocate and Chairman of Utah Shooting Sports Council, shares his insight.
00:08:25
Jan 27, 2026 10:31 AM
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Two Afghan Men In Utah Detained By ICE
ICE has detained two Afghan men seeking asylum in Utah and they are currently being held in detention centers outside the state. KSL's Andrea Smardon joins the show to explain the latest.
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Jan 27, 2026 10:28 AM
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Should Utah Judges Be Elected Instead of Appointed?
Should Utah judges run for election instead of being appointed? Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor for the Deseret News, joins the show to talk about his new opinion piece and why that could be a bad idea.
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Jan 27, 2026 10:27 AM
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