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 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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Six Months After the Killing of Charlie Kirk: Journalist Reflects on Eyewitness Experience
Deseret News reporter Eva Terry reflects on the six months since Charlie Kirk was killed as she watched it happen on UVU's campus. We discuss how Utahns have moved forward since the tragedy, what it has meant for civil discourse, and how the event continues to shape politics and community conversation.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:42 PM
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What's With The Warm Weather? + Feed Utah Food Drive
KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson joins us in-studio to explain yesterday’s unusual heat, what it means for snowpack, and whether Utah is facing a higher‑than‑normal risk of flooding or wildfires this season. Holly and Rusty also speak with Utah Food Bank CEO Ginnette Bott, who outlines the state’s growing child‑hunger crisis and what Utahns can do right now to support families in need as they host their fifth annual Feed Utah food drive.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:40 PM
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Hegseth: Today will be the ‘most intense day of strikes inside Iran’  
We examine major new developments inside Iran — including escalating strikes, oil market fallout, and the latest information provided by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. 
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Mar 10, 2026 1:39 PM
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Why Teens Aren’t Sleeping — and What It’s Doing to Them
Deseret News’ Lois Collins joins to talk about the nationwide sleep deficit affecting U.S. teens. We explore new research, what’s driving chronic tiredness, and what changes may help families and schools support teen health.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:39 PM
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Your Taxes in 2026: Legislative Update
Billy Hesterman, President of the Utah Taxpayers Association, breaks down the year’s biggest tax proposals — including changes to the gas tax, income tax, and a new social media tax. We explain what impacts your wallet.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:38 PM
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Salt Lake Temple Open House: What Downtown Should Expect
Deseret News editor Sarah Weaver details the upcoming Salt Lake Temple open house and how it will reshape downtown traffic, tourism, and daily life. Learn the details on potential street closures, expected crowds, and what this historic moment means for Utah’s capital city.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:38 PM
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The New Salt Palace's Financial Safety Net' 
KSL NewsRadio reporter Adam Small explains the late‑hour funding boost that pushes Salt Lake City’s sports district forward. What will the money pay for? What’s the timeline for transforming downtown? And how will this impact local taxes, city planning, and everyday residents? Holly and Rusty explore what excites them — and what concerns them. SLCO Mayor Jenny Wilson shares her vision for the new downtown SLC and joins to talk about the new funding for the Salt Palace and what it means for Salt Lake City’s long‑term plan to build a modern sports and entertainment district.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:36 PM
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Rep. Kennedy on His Push to Let Families Sue Over Gender‑Related Hormonal Treatments
Rep. Mike Kennedy joins us to discuss his bill that would allow families nationwide to sue doctors over gender‑related treatments performed on minors. We walk through the bill’s intent, the story behind it, and the national implications. Plus —Rep. Kennedy chimes in on today’s major updates from Iran and the evolving U.S. posture.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:34 PM
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Trump’s Election Ultimatum & the Future of the SAVE America Act
Deseret News congressional correspondent Cami Mondeux breaks down former President Donald Trump’s push for the Senate to pass the SAVE America Act before he signs anything else into law. Holly and guest host Rusty Cannon explore why he believes the GOP can’t win midterms without tightening voting laws, how Sen. Mike Lee’s bill factors in, and why Trump wants to expand it to issues like transgender athletes.
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Mar 10, 2026 1:32 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show March 9th, 2026: Utah's Last-Minute Legislature: 2026 Session Recap
  • Measles Cases Continue to Rise in Utah: What to Know
  • Iran Selects New Supreme Leader
  • Powering Rural Prosperity: How Renewable Energy Is Transforming Utah’s Economy
  • Taking Bets on Military Strikes? Why This Dangerous Trend Must End
  • Women Who Worked Anyway: Finding Purpose in a ‘Mothers Come Home’ Era
  • Why International Women’s Day Still Matters: A Conversation with Dr. Susan Madsen
  • Congressional Filings Open: Familiar Faces, Newcomers, and Surprises
  • How Utah's Celebrating America's 250th Birthday
  • Fun Facts and Weekend Surprises with Steve and Holly
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Mar 9, 2026 2:6 PM
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Fun Facts and Weekend Surprises with Steve and Holly
The hosts end the show with a conversation of weekend surprises and facts from this day in history that stand out.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:51 PM
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How Utah's Celebrating America's 250th Birthday
America is turning 250 this year, marking the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Nicole Handy, America 250 Utah Coordinator, shares an update on how Utah plans on celebrating.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:51 PM
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Congressional Filings Open: Familiar Faces, Newcomers, and Surprises
Congressional filing season kicks off today, and Utah’s political landscape is already showing an intriguing mix of well‑known figures, first‑time contenders, and unexpected entrants. The hosts break down who’s stepping into the race, the early dynamics shaping each contest, and what voters can anticipate as candidates officially launch their bids for Congress.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:49 PM
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Why International Women’s Day Still Matters: A Conversation with Dr. Susan Madsen
Dr. Susan Madsen, founder and director of the Utah Women and Leadership Project and USU Extension Professor of Leadership, joins to reflect on the significance of International Women’s Day and to highlight the progress made, the persistent barriers women continue to face, and the urgent work still required to create a more equitable world.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:48 PM
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Women Who Worked Anyway: Finding Purpose in a ‘Mothers Come Home’ Era
Robin Ritch, Former President of the Deseret News and Author, joins the conversation to reflect on the experiences of women a part of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who pursued work during the “mothers come home” era. She shares how cultural expectations shaped those choices and the resilience that emerged from navigating them. The hosts explore how friction can strengthen purpose.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:47 PM
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Taking Bets on Military Strikes? Why This Dangerous Trend Must End
Steve and Holly speak with Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, about the troubling rise of treating military action like a political wager. The conversation explores why normalizing speculation, sensationalism, and “betting” on strikes erodes public trust, trivializes human consequences, and fuels reckless decision‑making.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:39 PM
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Powering Rural Prosperity: How Renewable Energy Is Transforming Utah’s Economy
A new study shows that utility-scale renewable energy development has become one of the most significant economic forces in Utah's rural communities. Holly and Steve speak with John Karakoulakis, Principal and Director of The Western Way, to discuss this study and explore how wind, solar, and other clean‑energy projects are reshaping local economies—bringing jobs, tax revenue, and long‑term stability.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:38 PM
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Iran Selects New Supreme Leader
Iran has a new Supreme Leader, the hardline son of Khomeini, the previous leader who was killed in the latest strikes from the US and Israel. Amos Guiora, Professor of Law at the University of Utah SJ Quinney College of Law and an expert in counterterrorism, international law and global politics, shares his insights on what this move means and what comes next.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:36 PM
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Measles Cases Continue to Rise in Utah: What to Know
Officials are sounding the alarm as Measles cases continue to spread across Utah. Dr. Leisha D. Nolen, Utah State Epidemiologist, on what to know about the rise in cases and how you can protect your family.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:35 PM
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Utah's Last-Minute Legislature: 2026 Session Recap
Utah's 2026 Legislative Session has come to a close... but not without some controversy. Just as the clock struck midnight on Friday, lawmakers passed a bill that's now raising eyebrows if the passing, even counted. Steve and Holly walk through what happened, the bill in question and other last-minute changes put forward by the Utah legislature. Holly and Steve break a development from Senate President Stuart Adams on the status of this proposal, HB 212, that seemingly made it through at the last minute.
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Mar 9, 2026 1:34 PM
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Inside Sources Full Show March 6th, 2026: Legislative Finish Line: Live on Utah's Capitol Hill

It's the final day of Utah's 2026 Legislative Session. Holly and guest host Steve Handy broadcast live to discuss some key proposals as the session reaches the final hours to the finish line. 

Guests include: 

Senate President Stuart Adams

A conversation with Senate President Stuart Adams on key legislative developments involving the judiciary, energy and the gas tax. 

 

Senator Mike McKell

Senator Mike McKell breaks down this year’s election‑related legislation, weighs in on what happened with his attempt to ban Kratom, also known as gas station heroin, and outlines his remaining session priorities.

 

Rep. Ariel Defay

Rep. Ariel Defay discusses her efforts to implement early dyslexia intervention and expand maternity leave for state employees. Rep. Defay also shares details on her most controversial bill, removing turn signal requirements at roundabouts.

 

Senator Todd Weiler

Senator Todd Weiler provides a wrap‑up of this year’s marriage‑related legislation, including amendments on underage marriage and alienation of affection, plus potential movement on changes toward religious‑curriculum in schools. 

 

Sen. Ann Millner

Sen. Ann Millner shares the latest on her efforts to improve literacy early on in education.

 

House Majority Leader Rep. Casey Snider

Majority Leader Casey Snider outlines GOP priorities for the session’s final hours, including what's being done and what can be done towards saving the Great Salt Lake. 

 

Senate Minority Leader Luz Escamilla

Minority Leader Luz Escamilla shares a response to the failure of her proposal, which would have allowed child welfare investigators to seek a court warrant to physically check on a child when parents refuse access during an abuse investigation. 

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Mar 6, 2026 11:52 AM
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Inside Sources Full Show March 5th, 2026: Suspect Arrested in Wayne County Triple Homicide
  • Eye on The Hill: Immigration Bills in Focus in Final Hours of Utah Legislative Session
  • Rep. Burgess Owens Not Seeking Reelection
  • LeakBase Dismantled: What the FBI Wants You to Know About Cyber Threats
  • War in Iran: BYU Jerusalem Center Sheltering in Place + War Powers Act
  • RootsTech Kicks Off Today!
  • Prop 4 May End Up Back on the Ballot
  • Orrin G. Hatch Foundation Announces Titan of Public Service Honoree
  • Trump Fires DHS Secretary Kristi Noem +  Insight Singing with The Tabernacle Choir
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Mar 5, 2026 2:5 PM
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