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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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September 3 · 10 min
Closing Arguments and Fun Facts!
Greg and Holly talk about this day in history as well as some fun facts of the week.
September 3 · 9 min
Labor Day Exodus and You
Thursday afternoon marks the beginning of the Labor Day rush on Utah's roads and skies... which will see tens of thousands of people headed to their favorite spots in and out of the Beehive State. Greg and Holly are joined by UDOT's John Gleason on what commuters across Utah can expect.
September 3 · 19 min
SCOTUS, Religion, Schools, and Birthright Citizenship
Greg and Holly chat with the editor of SCOTUSblog, Kelsey Dallas, about the latest ruling against an Executive Order limiting Birthright citizenship, as well as what cases are to come before the Supreme Court.
September 3 · 10 min
Kalshi's Historic Perma-ban
Prediction Market Kalshi announced this week that they have placed their very first permanent ban on their platform on former US Representative George Santos. Holly and Greg discuss the ban as well as some of the other trouble Prediction Markets are in.
September 3 · 9 min
AI Policy Essay Contest
Students across Utah are being invited by the Sutherland Institute to submit their ideas for AI policy as part of a statewide essay contest. Greg and Holly talk to Sen. Todd Weiler, CEO of the Sutherland Institute, about how students participate and what we hope to learn.
September 3 · 10 min
Gateside with your Missionaries!
If you have ever wished you could walk your loved ones right to the gate, or hug your missionaries right off the plane, now is your chance! This week, the TSA began its new Gateside program, in which 14 US airports will now allow you to go beyond the security checkpoint even if you don't have a ticket.
September 3 · 9 min
The Robinson Trial and Hate
The defense team for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk said in court this week that Kirk himself "hated" certain groups of people. Previously, the prosecution has claimed that Robinson hated Kirk because of his political stances; this flips that argument on its head. Greg and Holly discuss the conversation around hate and how it could affect the litigation.
September 3 · 10 min
The Challenges of Dismantling FEMA
In a new book, the former leader of FEMA revealed that dismantling the agency proved more difficult than he thought. Greg and Holly talk about those challenges and why they would want to dismantle it in the first place.
September 3 · 9 min
War on Two Fronts
Some Trump administration officials are shifting the blame for the sharply rising oil prices onto the war in Ukraine, rather than the Strait of Hormuz. Greg and Holly discuss this, as well as Russian President Vladimir Putin's new vow to back Iran, with Dr. Anna Pechenkina, associate professor of Political Science at Utah State University.
September 3 · 10 min
Remembering Gloria Steinem
Gloria Steinem, a central voice in the feminist movement of the 1970's died yesterday at 92. Holly and Greg discuss her monumental role in Women's equality and her continued fight for recognition.
September 3 · 9 min
Deadlock in the trial of Massachusetts mothers Linday Clancy
Today is the sixth day that the jury in the trial of Lindsay Clancy will be deliberating... and the judge is pushing them to come to a decision. Greg breaks down what happens if a decision doesn't come.
September 3 · 2 hr
Inside Sources Full Show September 2nd, 2026: Tyler Robinson will move ahead to trial for alleged murder of Charlie Kirk
Topics we will cover on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include: Spanish Fork City Council votes to table data center discussions for two weeks The Detour: Weekday weddings are becoming more popular Preparing for natural disasters when on vacation LIVE: Intermountain Health officials announce plans for new hospital in downtown Salt Lake City The world is your… coconut? Ask the Attorney: Lori Vallow Daybell heading back to court for appeal Congress discusses ways to address and change birthright citizenship Shocker: Majority of Americans say corruption is widespread in government More than 1-million tickets already claimed for Salt Lake Temple open house
September 3 · 10 min
More than 1 million tickets already claimed for Salt Lake Temple open house
In less than 24 hours since they became available, tickets for the Salt Lake Temple open house have surpassed one million! The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced this massive development just this morning. A lot of people have taken to social media to say they couldn't get tickets, but don't worry; the Church says additional tickets will be released in batches. So stay tuned and stay in line!
September 3 · 9 min
Shocker: Majority of Americans say corruption is widespread in government
Gallup polling just put out a new report this morning with this title: "Record-high 89% in U.S. say government corruption widespread." Nearly 90% -- spread across all political ideologies -- think that corruption is at the highest it's ever been! Is anyone truly surprised? Greg and Holly say their biggest shock was how it went from less than 60% in 2006 to roughly 30% higher in only 20 years.
September 3 · 10 min
Congress discusses ways to address and change birthright citizenship
Congress may pick up where the Supreme Court left off with birthright citizenship. The high court gave a kind of mixed bag on the issue in the spring, but upheld the fact that the President could not redefine a constitutional amendment with an executive order. But with the House back in session right now, they're looking into ways to restrict birthright citizenship. In a hearing on Capitol Hill, the House Oversight Committee is looking at so-called birth tourism.
September 3 · 9 min
Ask the Attorney: Lori Vallow Daybell heading back to court for appeal
Remember Lori Vallow Daybell? Her murder case was all the news in 2024, and she was convicted of killing her two children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan. She was also found guilty of conspiring to murder her husband's first wife. Well now, the Idaho Supreme Court has set a date for her appeal: November 2nd. There have been a lot of questions about this impending appeal, so KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the appeal and the process for our listeners.
September 3 · 9 min
The world is your… coconut?
It's World Coconut Day, prompting us to propose a big change: we think it should no longer be "the world is your oyster," but become "the world is your coconut" instead. Coconuts are pretty divisive, but they have some really cool history and uses in things like healthcare and gardening. The hosts walk through some of the big things and read listener comments describing how they feel about coconuts.
September 3 · 16 min
LIVE: Intermountain Health officials announce plans for new hospital in downtown Salt Lake City
After years of waiting for plans -- and after Salt Lake City denied original plans -- Intermountain Health is announcing new plans for a massive hospital in downtown Salt Lake City. This major complex will take the site of the former Sears store, which has become home to a lake and lots of birds since the building was demolished. In this segment, we hear from leaders with Intermountain Health, officials at LDS Hospital, and SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall.
September 3 · 19 min
Preparing for natural disasters when on vacation
Flooding in the Grand Canyon and Nepal, hurricanes hitting California and the Gulf Coast, and fires around the West -- Mother Nature has sure ramped up her anger. With so many people travelling around the country and the world, there's a good chance you might find yourself in a weird situation with a natural disaster… all while you try to rest and relax on vacation. September is Disaster Awareness Month, so Greg and Holly take a few minutes to talk about emergency preparedness while on vacation. They're joined by KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson with more on the storms and Benjamin Donner, executive director of the American Red Cross Central and Southern Utah chapter, with more on how to best be prepared.
September 1 · 1 hr 34 min
Inside Sources Full Show September 1st, 2026: The day for Tyler Robinson's preliminary hearing… or is it?
Claims that changes to mail-in voting could "derail" upcoming midterms Inside Washington: U.S. House is back in session -- what will they accomplish before the midterms? Military judge throws out testimony from alleged mastermind behind the 9/11 terror attacks Humanitarian organization working to help those affected by deadly flooding in Nepal and Tibet More resignations of top military officials Teaching kids Olympic and Paralympic values in the lead up to the 2034 winter games It. Is. Time. The "ber" months are finally upon us.

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