Dave and Dujanovic

Spring is a great time to hit the reset button! Maria Shilaos, Host of Let's Get Moving with Maria, joins the show to explain tips on how to mentally and physically reset this spring.

Up, Up, Up! The age keeps rising for the average first-time homebuyer. Dave and Debbie discuss how 38… is the new 25 with homebuying.

 

The protect Utah Workers Coalition submitted their boxes of petition signatures wo the Salt Lake County Clerk's office today as an effort to put HB 267 on the ballot for voters. Dave and Debbie hear from both sides of the issue and tune in live to the press conference announcing the final signature count.

 

If you can afford a summer vacation and renting a car -- do you need to purchase the extra policy from your rental car company? Before you say -- no, I carry auto insurance so I'm covered -- Sloan Schrage, explains what the KSL 5 Investigative team found out.

 

We are just coming off the rush of tax day..  now a new report has dropped. It reveals that Utah families are putting a big chunk of their budget, not just toward income taxes... but other taxes too.  The hosts reveal Utahns total tax burden and speak with Billy Hesterman, President of the Utah Taxpayers Association about the 2025 Beehive Family Report.

Salt Lake's apartment sizes are shrinking...D2 walks through how little square footage are they down to and take calls from listeners to find out who is Team big home or tiny home.

We're hearing from a BYU PhD student who just had his student visa revoked without notice. The US government says it's in regards to his criminal history, but his attorney says he doesn't have one. The encounters he says he's had is a couple speeding tickets -- for speeding, and a catch-and-release fishing citation that got dismissed in 2019. KSL NewsRadio Reporter Adam Small brings the latest details. Adam Crayk, who is an Immigration Attorney representing this student shares his insight.

Parents are combating egg prices by decorating things like rocks and marshmallows. Will you shell out the cash for easter eggs this year? Dave and Debbie discuss the options being explored for egg alternatives and take a look at traditions they regret starting for different holidays and events.

From mops, to clothes, to dishes ... Guess how many items the average American home contains -- The number is outstanding!  Deseret News, Opinion editor, Jay Evensen tells us why it matters in today's tariff talk. Listeners chime in to discuss if the threat of tariffs will change their spending habits.

In a new report from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute showed that Utah's median income is ranked high among other states and middle-income households are earning more on average. Despite this, Utahns are still feeling the pinch of rising prices. Phil Dean, Chief Economist from the Kem C. Gardner Institute joins the show to discuss these findings and if these numbers really matter to the average Utahn.

We often talk about the health benefits of being married, we rarely talk about the downside.  A new study shows getting married may significantly increase your risk of dementia. Listeners chime in with their take on how they break the grind of marriage isolation and get out and socialize.

It is everyone's favorite holiday...Tax day. We discuss our frustrations with the tax code, and the new national average for tax refunds. Listeners call in about tax filing hacks and hurdles. Valerie Ward, enrolled agent and retired professional tax preparer joins the show to explain the big misses people make while filing taxes that could add money to their refund.

The hosts check in with the KSL Movie Show Hosts about the big movie of the week!

Dave and Debbie discuss what will astronomical salaries coming for MLB players could mean for the SLC MLB baseball plans… who are begging to bring a big league team to Utah.

Two former Utah high school football players --faced the death penalty in the Republic of Congo -- accused of an attempted coup in the country -- then their lives were spared.  Dave and Debbie speak with Dennis Romboy with the Deseret News to break down the details of this story. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas shares his perspective.

 

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the SAVE Act, which requires proof of U.S. citizenship when you register to vote. It has not been voted on by the Senate. Dave and Debbie hear from Weber County Clerk Ricky Hatch on what this means for Utahns if it goes into effect and, more specifically, what it means for women who have changed their last name.

A neighborhood in SLC taking pedestrian safety into their own hands, literally DIY'ing a crosswalk and roundabout ... it's the Granary District ... The team caught this story in the SLTRIB and after we read what was going on there .. Dave jumped in the car and took a drive to see these roadway DIY projects with his own eye. Dave and Debbie discuss the issue.

President Donald Trump has announced he's putting a 90-day pause on the tariffs that went into effect at midnight last night.  According to the President's truth social post more than 75 countries will benefit from the pause which lowers tariffs to 10 percent...because they're working with the U-S on a solution instead of implementing retaliatory tariffs. Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist with Zions Bank joins with reaction. 

We've been reporting on the staggering cost difference it is to buy a home in Utah in comparison to renting. If someone chooses to move out of state… what's the best way to do it? Russell Faucette, Owner of The Stern Team of Omada Real Estate, joins the show to discuss what to know before you buy a house from a difference and the best practices to do so.

More Utah Highway Patrol troopers are on the roads... looking to crack down on distracted drivers. Utah Highway Patrol Lieutenant Cameron Roden joins the show to discuss the campaign to catch distracted drives. Dave and Debbie hear from listeners and share their own stories of distracted driving.

Next, heading to the movies soon? be aware theaters are banning customers from doing the a Chicken Jockey ... what's Chicken Jockey and why is it under scrutiny -- Andy Farnsworth Host of the KSL Movie Show joins the show.

Several students on visas at the University of Utah put on notice by the Trump Administration to self deport or face deportation...the letters they got begin like this…

Remaining in the United States without a lawful immigration status can result in fines, detention, and/or deportation. KSL NewsRadio Reporter, Adam Small joins the show to break down the latest.  Adam Crayk, Immigration Attorney shares his legal analysis on the issue and the options students have that may be impacted.

Nintendo just announced that they're putting the brakes on the Switch 2 video game console.  Pre-order. The reason is Tariffs. With new reciprocal tariffs going into effect, tech devices like the switch may see a big jump in cost. Dave and Debbie break it down. Ted Rossman, with Bankrate joins the show to discuss how consumers are adjusting their spending habits. Adam Gardiner, Co-Host of Inside Sources joins the show to discuss the uncertainty that the Trump Administration is bringing businesses.

 

Update: President Trump has issued a pause on most reciprocal tariffs excluding China.

It is opening day for the Salt Lake Bees in their new daybreak stadium. The field itself is impressive and there are big dreams coming to the area outside of baseball. Will this become a metropolis of events like they plan or are the plans too large and destined to get in their own way? We speak to South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey about the new stadium and what fans can expect when the entertainment plaza is finally finished.

With rising costs across the board and limited housing availability, younger adults are leaning a little more on their family for financial help. In a new report, nearly fifty percent of parents with children over 18 provide them with some financial support. We talk about this trend and ask Utahns if they are helping their children once they've left the nest. Or if they are on their own. KSL NewsRadio Producer Caitlyn Johnston shares how much her parents help her financially as a 30-year-old. Listeners chime in on if they are willing to cut off their kids financially. 

 

In an article released by the Deseret News, buying a home in Salt Lake City is nearly twice as expensive as renting. While Utah is looking to help the housing crisis, is this forcing people out of state to fulfill the dream of owning a home. We look at home prices across the U.S. and how we rank.

In March a Maryland father picked up his young  son from grandma's house, and on their drive home he's pulled over in store parking, arrested by the US Government, boarded onto a flight to an El Salvador prison...the government admits his deportation was an admirative error -- so why is he still locked up in an El Salvador prison?  KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas shares the latest about the case and why the Assistant U.S. Attorney was put on leave.

With President Donald Trump's tariffs, many markets are scrambling for a plan. Dave and Debbie talk about the tariffs and how iPhone prices might shoot past what the average consumer will be willing to pay. Will consumers pay this price for convenience, or will they pivot to a much cheaper "dumb phone" alternative? KSL NewsRadio Producer Caitlyn Johnston shares how much flip phones cost. Sloan Schrage, KSL Investigative Producer shares tips on how you can make your iPhone live longer.

Thousands of Utahns joined the nationwide "Hands Off" Protest bringing thousands outside the Utah State Capitol. Senator Nate Blouin was in attendance, he joins the show to discuss the turnout and the purpose.

President Trumps Tariffs have come with chaos and economic uncertainty.. But is there a silver lining that comes with them?  Dave and Debbie discuss the drop in interest rates that has come with the tariff turmoil.

Walmart is paying top performing managers more than a half million to its regional store manager is right on the money and the CEO says it makes them "feel like owners"

HHS RFK Jr. is expected to come to Utah and discuss MAHA legislation passed in Utah.  One of the bills passed makes it so starting on May 7th, 2025, Utahns can no longer purchase Soda with food stamps... SNAP Benefits. Dave and Debbie discuss and take listener calls.

It's the story no one can look away from ... the perfuse bleeding on the stock market ... down 5,000 points in a matter of days ... since Trump announced sweeping tariffs on what he called "liberation day" last week... Dave and Debbie discuss the economic uncertainty that comes with it including the fear for those trying to retire… as well as if this may be an opportunity to buy stocks at low prices.. Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist with Zions Bank joins the show to discuss how long the uncertainty will last. Shane Stewart, Certified Financial Planner with DMBA explains what people planning to retire should do with their money at this time.

In a meeting with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, John Curtis asked for support to expand UTA's Frontrunner system as Utah preps for the 2034 Olympics. Dave and Greg discuss the current public transit system, and improvements that are needed.

Utah immigration attorneys say that ICE agents are now detaining immigrants who are living in the country illegally on their way to meet with their probation officers for court ordered check-ins. Greg and Dave discuss this practice and the lose-lose situation this creates for these individuals.

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi took to X to announce that federal charges had been unsealed against a Coloradan accused of throwing an incendiary device at the Loveland Tesla dealership on March 7.

On Saturday, TikTok has to make a decision about who they will sell to in the U.S. or face being banned in the US. There have been many companies who are aiming for this partnership, but the most recent to throw their hat in the ring has been Amazon. Will a buyer come through in time? Or will creators watch another Tik Tok blackout on April 5th?

New data from Bankrate shows to afford a home in the state of Utah you need an annual household income of $151,956-check in on the efforts to bring in more affordable housing here in Utah. We also learned this week, in a recent poll from Noble Predictive Insights, nearly sixty percent of Utah voters under thirty have said that they have considered moving out of state due to the rising costs. We speak to Steve Waldrip, Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy for Governor Spencer Cox, to check in on the governor's effort to bring in more affordable housing to Utah.

Federal prosecutors have been directed to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione for the alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. This will be the first federal death penalty case under President Donald Trump's renewed administration. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas gives his analysis.

According to the Deseret News, The state of Idaho recently passed a bill that would expand the death penalty to pedophiles, according to the Deseret News. The bill that has been signed into law, will grant a judge or jury the ability to factor in the death penalty when it comes to cases involving lewd conduct with a child under the age of twelve years old. Dave and Greg discuss the significance of this new law.

President Donald Trump revealed details to his "Liberation Day" where the US is going to put a sweeping tariff against all its trading partners across the world. Wall Street is reacting heavily to this news causing large drops in the stock market.  We speak to Bankrate's Financial Analyst, Stephen Kates joins the show to discuss the tariffs, the stock market reaction, and what the economic outlook could be in the coming weeks. Certified Financial Planner with DMBA, Shane Stewart speaks to the overall goal President Trump may be looking towards with these tariffs and what consumers should be thinking about. Brian Entin with NewsNation joins the show to discuss everyday items that could now be tariffed. Do you even know where your stuff is from?

There is a debate in baseball over a new bat, The Torpedo bat, being used by the Yankees. Dave and Leah break down the science of these Torpedo bats.

The Utah Board of Education is to debate a proposal on Thursday, which focuses on ending diversity programs that are allegedly still present in schools, according to KSL.com. Dave and Leah discuss this resolution. Leah explains her experience working at Weber State University surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.

A leading candidate in France has been banned from running for President in France. Marine Le Pen has been barred from running for public office for five years for being convicted of embezzlement. The question is, where does this responsibility lie? Considering President Trump ran in the United States, while also facing felony charges, should the public be able to choose their candidate despite these charges?

67 people died in a collision between a commercial airliner and a military helicopter in late January. An influx of other plane incidents and near misses have also been heavily in the news.. Leading to flight anxiety for many.  Jay Evenson, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News shares insight from his opinion piece about the safety of flying and the actual statistics behind plane crashes.

Everyone loves the hype behind NCAA March Madness and rooting for your local college team. But with NIL deals and how much money actually goes into funding these sports, are they actually benefitting as much as the schools from their performances? Dave and Leah discuss the idea of making college athletes employees.  Listeners chime in on if students should become employees of the school.

Parking in downtown SLC can be frustrating for many. Salt Lake City is now proposing to eliminate future large surface parking lots in certain areas of downtown and bring in more parking garages. The goal is to promote a more people-focused urban development, according to KSL.com. Dave and Leah discuss these proposed changes and hear from Utahns about the complications this might create.

Being America first has been a huge focus in the Trump Administration. This has been done by imposing tariffs on imports from other countries and more are expected to come done on Tuesday April 2. These sweeping tariffs have caused confusion and fear for many consumers…. So, what's the point of it all? Dave and Leah speak to Caleb Silver with Investopedia about President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" and what revenue the U.S. will get from tariffs. Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist with Zions banks speak to more of the goal behind the tariffs and what history shows about their effectiveness.