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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KSL Inside Sources: 3-16-26 Full Show
9:05 - 9:20-  Closing Arguments Begin in Kouri Richins Murder Trial
Closing arguments are being heard in the Kouri Richins case after the defense chose to rest on Thursday without calling any witnesses, Greg and Holly discuss the latest updates with KSL.com's Emily Ashcraft and Greg provides analysis on possible reasons why the defense rested so early and what comes next.
9:35 - 9:50 - Farm Labor Shortages: Trump Admin Wants to Make It Cheaper to Hire Migrant Farm Workers
The Trump administration is making it cheaper for farmers to hire foreign farmworkers. U.S. agriculture has faced a long running labor shortage as farmworkers age and fewer Americans or new immigrants enter the field. Now with increased ICE enforcement, those impacts could be spilling over as well. Greg and Holly discuss what changes are coming and hear insight from the President of the Utah Farm Bureau, Val Jay Rigby, to share what is happening in Utah. 
9:50 - How Easter is Making a Comeback
There has been a renewed interest in the Easter holiday. We speak with Sarah Weaver Editor of the Deseret News about this yearn for colored eggs and family time.
10:05 - Ready, Set, Race! Candidates Set For Utah Primaries
Utah Primaries are coming up soon and now we know who is running for what congressional district. Greg and Holly take a look at what the counties are shaping up to be as we near poll times.
10:20 - President Trump Asks Countries For Help to Lower Oil Prices
Gas prices are rising as conflicts around the Strait of Hormuz ramp up, and President Trump is calling in backup. Trump is warning other countries to help him open up the strait or face consequences. What cards do the U.S. have when navigating this conflict and can we force other countries to help us out?
10:35 - Standout Oscar Moments
The 98th annual Academy Awards took place last night, and all the stars were there. We speak to the new Co-host of the KSL Movie Show Val Cameron about key moments from the Oscars, including a tribute to Robert Redford and what else stood out to her.
11:05 - Has the Department of Education Been Dismantled?
President Trump ordered the dissolving of the Education Department last year, but it's still standing. We go into the topic around the Education Department with Deseret News Reporter, Jason Swenson, and we discuss the major changes that have happened since the last time we checked in.
11:20 - Inside the GOP Retreat: Strategy, Struggles, and the Fight to the Midterms
House Republicans gathered at President Trump’s Doral resort for a high‑stakes strategy retreat as the 2026 midterms loom. Greg and Holly unpack the internal debates at hand with Deseret News Congressional Correspondent, Cami Mondeux, over the party’s hopes of breaking historical midterm trends. Greg and Holly explore how GOP leaders are navigating tight margins, mixed priorities, and Trump’s growing demands—while trying to hold onto their majority in a political landscape where enthusiasm, turnout, and timing could make or break their agenda.
11:35 - Wild Weather: Wind, Heat, Tornadoes - Oh My!
We are seeing a non-typical winter fading into spring with a record low of snow and temperatures rising nearly twenty degrees above normal in some locations across the state. We have KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson on to discuss the weather patterns we are seeing and how hard it is to predict what we might see going forward.
11:50 - Pandemic Reflections + Closing Arguments 
Six years ago, was when COVID started to take over Utah and empty shelves. Greg and Holly reflect on this transformative time; Holly shares more of her fun facts of the day. Greg shares his closing arguments for today's show about what trials like the one involving Kouri Richins is bringing to light in relation to Utah's judicial system.
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Mar 16, 2026 1:10 PM
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Ready, Set, Race! Candidates Set For Utah Primaries

Utah Primaries are coming up soon and now we know who is running for what congressional district. Greg and Holly take a look at what the counties are shaping up to be as we near poll times. 

00:09:25
Mar 16, 2026 12:49 PM
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Standout Oscar Moments

The 98th annual Academy Awards took place last night, and all the stars were there. We speak to the new Co-host of the KSL Movie Show Val Cameron about key moments from the Oscars, including a tribute to Robert Redford and what else stood out to her. 

00:08:22
Mar 16, 2026 12:48 PM
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How Easter is Making a Comeback

There has been a renewed interest in the Easter holiday. We speak with Sarah Weaver Editor of the Deseret News about this yearn for colored eggs and family time. 

 

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Mar 16, 2026 12:47 PM
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President Trump Asks Countries For Help to Lower Oil Prices

Gas prices are rising as conflicts around the Strait of Hormuz ramp up, and President Trump is calling in backup. Trump is warning other countries to help him open up the strait or face consequences. What cards do the U.S. have when navigating this conflict and can we force other countries to help us out? 

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Mar 16, 2026 12:46 PM
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Inside the GOP Retreat: Strategy, Struggles, and the Fight to the Midterms 

House Republicans gathered at President Trump’s Doral resort for a highstakes strategy retreat as the 2026 midterms loom. Greg and Holly unpack the internal debates over the party’s hopes of breaking historical midterm trends. We explore how GOP leaders are navigating tight margins, mixed priorities, and Trump’s growing demands—while trying to hold onto their majority in a political landscape where enthusiasm, turnout, and timing could make or break their agenda. 

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Mar 16, 2026 12:45 PM
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Has the Department of Education Been Dismantled?

President Trump ordered the dissolving of the Education Department last year, but it's still standing. We go into the topic around the Education Department with Deseret News Reporter, Jason Swenson and we discuss the major changes have happened since the last time we checked in. 

00:09:16
Mar 16, 2026 12:44 PM
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Pandemic Reflections + Closing Arguments 

Six years ago, was when COVID started to take over Utah and empty shelves. Greg and Holly reflect on this transformative time; Holly shares more of her fun facts of the day. Greg shares his closing arguments for today's show about what trials like the one involving Kouri Richins is bringing to light in relation to Utah's judicial system. 

00:09:45
Mar 16, 2026 12:43 PM
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Wild Weather: Wind, Heat, Tornadoes - Oh My!

We are seeing a non-typical winter fading into spring with a record low of snow and temperatures rising nearly twenty degrees above normal in some locations across the state. We have KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson on to discuss the weather patterns we are seeing and how hard it is to predict what we might see going forward. 

00:09:43
Mar 16, 2026 12:9 PM
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Farm Labor Shortages: Trump Admin Wants to Make it Cheaper to Hire Migrant Farm Workers

The Trump administration is making it cheaper for farmers to hire foreign farmworkers. U.S. agriculture has faced a long running labor shortage as farmworkers age and fewer Americans or new immigrants enter the field. Now with increased ICE enforcement those impacts could be spilling over as well. Greg and Holly discuss what changes are coming and hear insight from the President of the Utah Farm Bureau, Val Jay Rigby, to share what is happening in Utah. 

00:18:36
Mar 16, 2026 11:4 AM
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Closing Arguments Begin in Kouri Richins Murder Trial

Closing arguments are being heard in the Kouri Richins case after the defense chose to rest on Thursday without calling any witnesses, Greg and Holly discuss the latest updates with KSL.com's Emily Ashcraft and Greg provides analysis on possible reasons why the defense rested so early. 

00:19:31
Mar 16, 2026 10:10 AM
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Inside Sources Full Show March 13th, 2026: ICE Buys Salt Lake City Warehouse
  • Nearly Half of Utah Legal Professionals Report Experiencing Threats
  • Shopper Sues Costco over Tariff Refunds 
  • Tyler Robinson in Court
  • How the Trump Administration is Working to Reduce Oil Prices
  • A New Era of The Movie Show!
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Mar 13, 2026 12:54 PM
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A New Era of The Movie Show!

Greg Skordas and Jim Bennett are joined by Andy Farnsworth and his new Movie Show co-host, Val Cameron, to talk about the Big Movie of the Week and answer this week's Movie Show Question: What is the trope in a horror movie that scares you the most?

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Mar 13, 2026 12:46 PM
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How the Trump Administration is Working to Reduce Oil Prices
The Trump administration is considering loosening shipping rules to lower fuel prices, which have surged amid the war in Iran. Rachel Frazin, who covers energy and environment policy for The Hill, joins to discuss the latest efforts.
00:08:35
Mar 13, 2026 12:5 PM
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Tyler Robinson in Court
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, is back in court today.
Oral arguments are set to start this morning in Provo. Prosecutors and their defense attorneys will present arguments for and against allowing cameras in future hearings. Robinson is facing a capital murder charge...and could face the death penalty if convicted. Greg and Jim discuss what's happening.
00:08:41
Mar 13, 2026 12:4 PM
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Shopper Sues Costco over Tariff Refunds 
Companies are now facing class action lawsuits from customers claiming they are owed tariff refunds. Greg and Jim discuss the latest.
00:10:15
Mar 13, 2026 12:3 PM
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Nearly Half of Utah Legal Professionals Report Experiencing Threats
Threats against attorneys, judges, and legal staff are far more common than people realize. A Utah State Bar  Survey reveals two decades of threats and violence against Utah's Legal Professionals. Attorney Stephen Kelson, who conducted the survey, joins the show to discuss the data. 
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Mar 13, 2026 12:1 PM
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ICE Buys Salt Lake City Warehouse
The sale of a large warehouse in Salt Lake City has many people concerned that the Department of Homeland Security may be trying to set up an immigration detention center here. Greg and guest host Jim Bennett get the latest from Tim Vandenek with KSL.com. Senate Minority Leader Luz Escamilla shares what she knows about this purchase and her response to it. Utah Immigration Attorney, Carlos Trujillo, joins the show to discuss what this could mean for his clients.
00:28:28
Mar 13, 2026 11:54 AM
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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!
01:49:37
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.
00:08:38
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.
00:08:33
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.
00:18:32
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.
00:16:19
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.
00:12:02
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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