Inside Sources

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider 

Analyzing Governor Cox’s ‘State of the State’ address 
Last night, Governor Spencer Cox gave his annual ‘State of the State’ address before the Utah Legislature. It’s arguably his biggest speech of the year, and his message was all about building. He highlighted 5 specific areas where Utah can “build” as we grow. Inside Sources hosts Erin Rider and Marty Carpenter discuss the overall message and share their biggest takeaways from the governor’s speech. 

Recapping the 1st week of Utah’s Legislative General Session 
We’re finishing up the first week of the 2025 Utah Legislative General Session. With 41 days left to go, where do things stand now? Our partners at Deseret News have been tracking the bills closely. Reporter Brigham Tomco has been focusing on election bills and joins us to recap some of the big ones released or discussed this week. The hosts also share updates on a few other bills. 

President Trump questioning the need for FEMA 
President Trump is making his way across the country today, touring areas ravaged by recent natural disasters. This morning, he was in North Carolina seeing the damage from Hurricane Helene. This afternoon, he's in California touring areas destroyed by wildfires near Los Angeles. As he's prepared for this trip -- and even this morning -- he's questioned the need for FEMA. Inside Sources discusses the pros and cons of this federal agency. 

Hegseth faces Senate confirmation vote tonight 
The full Senate is set to vote on whether to confirm Pete Hegseth to be President Trump's Secretary of Defense. How's the vote looking? He already looks to have lost the support of two Republican Senators; how many more can he lose? The two GOP Senators who won’t vote for him say it’s because of his alleged lack of morals. Hosts Marty and Erin discuss the importance – or lack thereof – of morals among government officials. 

Politics mingling with religion, affecting culture 
Politics and the division of the American people into groups of red and blue seems to extend into every part of our culture – including religion. And Many Americans are growing disillusioned with both religion and politics. Jonathan Rauch, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution joins Inside Sources to share his insights and knowledge on the crossroads between politics, religion, and culture. 

DOGE sets sights on the beloved penny 
The newly-minted Department of Government Efficiency is looking for ways... to make the government more efficient. One way they hope to do that is by eliminating the penny from US currency. Andy Cupp, Executive Producer of Inside Sources hops on the microphone to share some thoughts about the least valuable coin in America. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider 

The newly-minted Department of Government Efficiency is looking for ways... to make the government more efficient. One way they hope to do that is by eliminating the penny from US currency. Andy Cupp, Executive Producer of Inside Sources hops on the microphone to share some thoughts about the least valuable coin in America. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider 

Politics and the division of the American people into groups of red and blue seems to extend into every part of our culture – including religion. And Many Americans are growing disillusioned with both religion and politics. Jonathan Rauch, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution joins Inside Sources to share his insights and knowledge on the crossroads between politics, religion, and culture. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider 

The full Senate is set to vote on whether to confirm Pete Hegseth to be President Trump's Secretary of Defense. How's the vote looking? He already looks to have lost the support of two Republican Senators; how many more can he lose? The two GOP Senators who won’t vote for him say it’s because of his alleged lack of morals. Hosts Marty and Erin discuss the importance – or lack thereof – of morals among government officials. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider 

President Trump is making his way across the country today, touring areas ravaged by recent natural disasters. This morning, he was in North Carolina seeing the damage from Hurricane Helene. This afternoon, he's in California touring areas destroyed by wildfires near Los Angeles. As he's prepared for this trip -- and even this morning -- he's questioned the need for FEMA. Inside Sources discusses the pros and cons of this federal agency. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider 

We’re finishing up the first week of the 2025 Utah Legislative General Session. With 41 days left to go, where do things stand now? Our partners at Deseret News have been tracking the bills closely. Reporter Brigham Tomco has been focusing on election bills and joins us to recap some of the big ones released or discussed this week. The hosts also share updates on a few other bills. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider 

Last night, Governor Spencer Cox gave his annual ‘State of the State’ address before the Utah Legislature. It’s arguably his biggest speech of the year, and his message was all about building. He highlighted 5 specific areas where Utah can “build” as we grow. Inside Sources hosts Erin Rider and Marty Carpenter discuss the overall message and share their biggest takeaways from the governor’s speech. 

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner 

On the Hill 2025: Legislation that could change mail-in voting 
Several pieces of legislation on Utah’s Capitol Hill deal with elections and voting processes. One new bill, HB300, would make changes to the way mailed ballots – or “remote ballots” -- are collected. The bill’s sponsor, State Representative Jefferson Burton joins Inside Sources to explain the problem this bill would be the solution to and gives insights into how it would work. 

Salt Lake County Council’s priorities for the new year 
The Salt Lake County Council has several new members and a new Chair. Those changes could lead to a shift in direction for the council, which is now under the leadership of Council Chair Dea Theodore. She joins hosts Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner to explain how the council works with the county mayor and describes some of the council’s priorities in 2025. 

Biotechnology industry growing in Utah 
It seems like not a day goes by without hearing about something big or new in the tech industry. While it’s certainly a big industry, there’s another distinct – but somewhat similar – industry growing in Utah: the biotech industry. Kelvyn Cullimore is the President and CEO of BioUtah, a nonprofit group here in the state. He joins the program to break down this part of the tech sector. 

On the Hill 2025: Energy legislation 
The Legislative Session is underway and by all accounts, it looks like it will be the year of energy as the primary focus. While many conversations over the last few months seem to focus on sources and rates of energy, there are a few other things that need to be examined when thinking about expanding capacity to meet Utah’s needs. Carter Harms, Energy Modernization Officer at the Pew Charitable Trusts joins our conversation on energy legislation in Utah. 

Pres. Trump: Hegseth confirmation, court blocks birthright citizenship changes, other executive orders 
President Trump has gotten right to work this term with quite a few newsworthy policies, pardons, and other changes. It makes it hard to narrow in on just a few topics, but the Inside Sources hosts spend some time going over some of the biggest things, including Pete Hegseth’s confirmation moving forward, the challenge to the President’s interpretation of birthright citizen, and the declassification of documents relating to the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK. 

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner 

President Trump has gotten right to work this term with quite a few newsworthy policies, pardons, and other changes. It makes it hard to narrow in on just a few topics, but the Inside Sources hosts spend some time going over some of the biggest things, including Pete Hegseth’s confirmation moving forward, the challenge to the President’s interpretation of birthright citizen, and the declassification of documents relating to the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK. 

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner 

The Legislative Session is underway and by all accounts, it looks like it will be the year of energy as the primary focus. While many conversations over the last few months seem to focus on sources and rates of energy, there are a few other things that need to be examined when thinking about expanding capacity to meet Utah’s needs. Carter Harms, Energy Modernization Officer at the Pew Charitable Trusts joins our conversation on energy legislation in Utah. 

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner 

It seems like not a day goes by without hearing about something big or new in the tech industry. While it’s certainly a big industry, there’s another distinct – but somewhat similar – industry growing in Utah: the biotech industry. Kelvyn Cullimore is the President and CEO of BioUtah, a nonprofit group here in the state. He joins the program to break down this part of the tech sector. 

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner 

The Salt Lake County Council has several new members and a new Chair. Those changes could lead to a shift in direction for the council, which is now under the leadership of Council Chair Dea Theodore. She joins hosts Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner to explain how the council works with the county mayor and describes some of the council’s priorities in 2025. 

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner 

Several pieces of legislation on Utah’s Capitol Hill deal with elections and voting processes. One new bill, HB300, would make changes to the way mailed ballots – or “remote ballots” -- are collected. The bill’s sponsor, State Representative Jefferson Burton joins Inside Sources to explain the problem this bill would be the solution to and gives insights into how it would work. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray 

Eye on the Hill: Special coverage of Utah’s Legislative Session 
Join Inside Sources as we air a special live show on-location at Utah’s Capitol Hill. Why are we here? It’s the start of the 2025 Legislative General Session. Hosts Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray begin by sharing their thoughts on the session, analyzing speeches given by House Speaker Mike Schultz and Senate President Stuart Adams. To follow the session yourself, make sure to visit https://le.utah.gov/.  

On the Hill 2025: House Majority Caucus priorities; Legislation on primary elections 
Utah’s Legislature has a supermajority of Republicans in both the House and the Senate. This often means their priorities... take priority. State Representative Jordan Teuscher, House Rules Chair joins Inside Sources to discuss what Republicans in the House want to prioritize. He also shares some thoughts on a bill he’s working on, which would create a runoff path following the primary election. 

On the Hill 2025: House Minority Caucus priorities; Legislation on absenteeism 
Not to be forgotten when talking about the state legislature is the minority party, the Democrats. They’ve got a thorough list of priorities, which includes education and inclusion. State Representative Sahara Hayes, Minority Assistant Whip gives listeners insights into her group’s priorities. She also discusses a bill she’s working on to address absenteeism in Utah’s schools. 

On the Hill 2025: Senate Majority Caucus priorities, including energy and housing 
A top priority for State Senate Republicans is energy and artificial intelligence (AI). This morning, Senate President Stuart Adams discussed this priority in his opening remarks. State Senator Kirk Cullimore, Senate Majority Leader explains to Inside Sources hosts Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon how the Senate wants to not only make energy more affordable for Utahns, but to also make it more conducive to new technologies. 

Governing Group: Encouraging civility among candidates and lawmakers 
Several members of the Utah Legislature are part of the Governing Group, an organization that focuses on “civility in politics, good governance, and effective policymaking.” Former Governor Gary Herbert and former State Representative Becky Edwards sit on the board of the group; they join us today for a discussion on collaboration, compromise, and respect, especially during the Legislative Session. 

On the Hill 2025: Senate Minority Caucus priorities, ‘Back to Basics’ 
In the Senate, Democrats say they’re going ‘Back to Basics’ with their priorities this legislative session. State Senator Luz Escamilla, Senate Minority Leader says her caucus wants to make sure they remember Utahns who may get left behind by state leaders. She joins Leah and Rusty to talk about the importance of consensus and how it helps Democrats get things done in a state with a Republican supermajority. 

On the Hill 2025: House Majority Caucus priorities; Legislation on foreign funding for ballot initiatives 
What other things will the House Majority Caucus prioritize this session? State Representative Candice Pierucci, House Majority Caucus Manager joins Inside Sources to elaborate. She also explains a new bill she’s working on that would address a grey area in foreign funding during elections, putting restrictions on foreign entities spending money on ballot initiatives in Utah. 

President Donald Trump’s executive actions during Day 1 in office 
We leave the State Capitol and move to Washington, D.C. for our final segment, discussing some of the biggest things President Donald Trump focused on during the first day of his second term. He’s already signed dozens of executive orders and memoranda – what do the hosts think about them?   

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray

We leave the State Capitol and move to Washington, D.C. for our final segment, discussing some of the biggest things President Donald Trump focused on during the first day of his second term. He’s already signed dozens of executive orders and memoranda – what do the hosts think about them?    

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray 

What other things will the House Majority Caucus prioritize this session? State Representative Candice Pierucci, House Majority Caucus Manager joins Inside Sources to elaborate. She also explains a new bill she’s working on that would address a grey area in foreign funding during elections, putting restrictions on foreign entities spending money on ballot initiatives in Utah. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray 

In the Senate, Democrats say they’re going ‘Back to Basics’ with their priorities this legislative session. State Senator Luz Escamilla, Senate Minority Leader says her caucus wants to make sure they remember Utahns who may get left behind by state leaders. She joins Leah and Rusty to talk about the importance of consensus and how it helps Democrats get things done in a state with a Republican supermajority. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray 

Several members of the Utah Legislature are part of the Governing Group, an organization that focuses on “civility in politics, good governance, and effective policymaking.” Former Governor Gary Herbert and former State Representative Becky Edwards sit on the board of the group; they join us today for a discussion on the importance of collaboration, compromise, and respect, especially during the Legislative Session. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray 

A top priority for State Senate Republicans is energy and artificial intelligence (AI). This morning, Senate President Stuart Adams discussed this priority in his opening remarks. State Senator Kirk Cullimore, Senate Majority Leader explains to Inside Sources hosts Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon how the Senate wants to not only make energy more affordable for Utahns, but to also make it more conducive to new technologies. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray 

Not to be forgotten when talking about the state legislature is the minority party, the Democrats. They’ve got a thorough list of priorities, which includes education and inclusion. State Representative Sahara Hayes, Minority Assistant Whip gives listeners insights into her group’s priorities. She also discusses a bill she’s working on to address absenteeism in Utah’s schools. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray 

Utah’s Legislature has a supermajority of Republicans in both the House and the Senate. This often means their priorities... take priority. State Representative Jordan Teuscher, House Rules Chair joins Inside Sources to discuss what Republicans in the House want to prioritize. He also shares some thoughts on a bill he’s working on, which would create a runoff path following the primary election. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray 

Join Inside Sources as we air a special live show on-location at Utah’s Capitol Hill. Why are we here? It’s the start of the 2025 Legislative General Session. Hosts Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray begin by sharing their thoughts on the session, analyzing speeches given by House Speaker Mike Schultz and Senate President Stuart Adams. To follow the session yourself, make sure to visit https://le.utah.gov/. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas 

Analysis of President Donald Trump’s inaugural address 
The United States has a new president today, Donald J. Trump. Shortly after taking the oath of office, he spoke about several executive orders he would sign on Day 1. He also spoke of the need for unity in America and how he plans to “make America great again.” Inside Sources hosts Greg Skordas and Taylor Morgan break down some of the key points from today’s inaugural address and share their political insights. 

Rep. Celeste Maloy shares her thoughts on Pres. Trump’s inauguration 
Utah’s Second Congressional Representative Celeste Maloy (UT-2) was fortunate enough to be at the inauguration, sitting amongst other high-profile leaders within the Capitol rotunda. She says there’s a renewed sense of excitement and dedication because of President Trump returning to office. She joins Inside Sources to discuss more of Inauguration Day. 

Reactions to President Trump’s inauguration from Utah political insider 
When news broke that the inaugural ceremonies would be moving inside the US Capitol, many people who had planned to attend in-person were left in the lurch. Folks from Utah banded together and found a space to watch the ceremony nonetheless. Les Carpenter is the Vice President of The Elephant Club, a fundraising group in Utah’s Republican Party; she joins the show to describe her experiences attending the inauguration. 

Hundreds of executive orders to be signed today by President Trump 
Day 1 of the new Trump presidency is set to see close to 200 executive orders signed by President Trump. Some of these include reinstating TikTok, declaring a national emergency on the Southern Border, and ending DEI policies throughout the federal government. The Inside Sources hosts preview what the new president may do with the stroke of his pen... all before the day is over. 

Pres. Trump participates in the First Honors ceremony 
President Trump’s Inauguration Day is full of events and tradition. One of those traditions is known as the First Honors ceremony, or the “pass in review.” This event involves Honor Guard teams representing each of the military branches. Inside Sources breaks away from our regular show to describe this special event. 

Last-minute preemptive pardons issued by outgoing President Biden 
The focus of today is on the inauguration. But something outgoing President Biden did warranted a discussion by the Inside Sources hosts. Today – just before leaving office – Biden issued several preemptive pardons for members of his family, Dr. Anthony Fauci, members of the Jan. 6th Committee, and many more. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains the motivations for this unconventional move. 

Previewing the start of Utah’s Legislative General Session 
It’s a busy week for the politicos in Utah – the presidential inauguration today and the start of Utah’s Legislative General Session tomorrow. Inside Sources hosts Greg Skordas and Taylor Morgan finish the show by sharing their expectations for the next 45 days. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas 

It’s a busy week for the politicos in Utah – the presidential inauguration today and the start of Utah’s Legislative General Session tomorrow. Inside Sources hosts Greg Skordas and Taylor Morgan finish the show by sharing their expectations for the next 45 days. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas 

The focus of today is on the inauguration. But something outgoing President Biden did warranted a discussion by the Inside Sources hosts. Today – just before leaving office – Biden issued several preemptive pardons for members of his family, Dr. Anthony Fauci, members of the Jan. 6th Committee, and many more. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains the motivations for this unconventional move. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas 

President Trump’s Inauguration Day is full of events and tradition. One of those traditions is known as the First Honors ceremony, or the “pass in review.” This event involves Honor Guard teams representing each of the military branches. Inside Sources breaks away from our regular show to describe this special event. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas 

Day 1 of the new Trump presidency is set to see close to 200 executive orders signed by President Trump. Some of these include reinstating TikTok, declaring a national emergency on the Southern Border, and ending DEI policies throughout the federal government. The Inside Sources hosts preview what the new president may do with the stroke of his pen... all before the day is over. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas 

When news broke that the inaugural ceremonies would be moving inside the US Capitol, many people who had planned to attend in-person were left in the lurch. Folks from Utah banded together and found a space to watch the ceremony nonetheless. Les Carpenter is the Vice President of The Elephant Club, a fundraising group in Utah’s Republican Party; she joins the show to describe her experiences attending the inauguration. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas 

Utah’s Second Congressional Representative Celeste Maloy (UT-2) was fortunate enough to be at the inauguration, sitting amongst other high-profile leaders within the Capitol rotunda. She says there’s a renewed sense of excitement and dedication because of President Trump returning to office. She joins Inside Sources to discuss more of Inauguration Day. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas 

The United States has a new president today, Donald J. Trump. Shortly after taking the oath of office, he spoke about several executive orders he would sign on Day 1. He also spoke of the need for unity in America and how he plans to “make America great again.” Inside Sources hosts Greg Skordas and Taylor Morgan break down some of the key points from today’s inaugural address and share their political insights. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Leah Murray 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Leah Murray 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Leah Murray 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Leah Murray 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Leah Murray 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Leah Murray 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Leah Murray