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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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August 13 · 9 min
More and more Flock cameras popping up; residents voice serious concerns.
1984 called... and it wants its Big Brother cameras back. In all seriousness, Flock cameras have popped up around the state and the country, and it has a lot of people worried. It's brought up some really interesting discussions about privacy. There are already so many government cameras collecting information all around, but people have real issues with a private company putting up these data-collecting cameras.
August 13 · 10 min
Do you give names to inanimate objects?
Today, we're bidding adieu to a 49-year-old vacuum named Beth. Yes... we're serious. U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa has announced the death of his trusty tan Hoover vacuum cleaner with a burgundy cloth dust bag. It's a funny story, but it got us thinking about the names we tend to give random objects. So what inanimate objects have you given a name to? A car, a house, perhaps your toaster? Greg and Holly have a fun discussion reading listener text responses.
August 13 · 9 min
Investigation into claims of insider trading before Pres. Trump shrunk Utah national monuments
U.S. House Democrats have now opened an investigation into Energy Fuels, which owns the White Mesa Mill in southern Utah. It comes after their CEO bought 74,000 shares of the company just before President Trump issued his executive order slashing the size of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monuments. Lawmakers now claim that the way the monument boundaries were redrawn gives a huge benefit to Energy Fuels, which operates the country's last conventional uranium processing site about a mile away from Bears Ears' previous boundary.
August 13 · 18 min
Utah Firewatch: Rain falls across most of the state, flooding risks in areas affected by wildfires
It's finally feeling a bit more like fall this morning, and we're so happy! There's just something so refreshing about the rain, especially given how hot and dry this summer has been. But it's important to remember that with rain falling across much of the state today, fire conditions are still dangerous and areas affected by recent wildfires could see even more flooding.
August 12 · 1 hr 55 min
Inside Sources Full Show August 12th, 2026: Back to School: Thousands of students back in class today
Topics we will cover on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include: Consumer inflation cooled in July, but prices remain high Healing the Great Salt Lake: State leaders prepare for the potential of another lackluster winter Immigration officers to receive electric gloves Federal judge bars USPS from following Pres. Trump's executive order on mail-in ballots Your Voice, Your Vote: Primary elections continue around the country Defense team for Tyler Robinson says he shouldn't face "aggravated" murder charges Should politics rely on human or AI fact-checkers? Weather changes on the way… thank goodness! Tonight is the peak time to see the Perseids
August 12 · 10 min
Tonight is the peak time to see the Perseids
It's cloudy… so that might make it hard to enjoy the spectacular sight in the skies tonight. But don't worry, it'll be back next year too. We finish up today's show talking about the Perseid meteor shower -- it's been going on this whole week, but tonight is supposed to be peak viewing. Fingers crossed for some clear skies!
August 12 · 9 min
Weather changes on the way… thank goodness!
A bit of weather change is finally on the way -- cooler temperatures and incoming monsoonal moisture are on deck throughout the rest of the week. Holly is so excited for fall and some cold temperatures! But the incoming changes may be short-lived… we may heat back up again before it really cools down. KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson explains.
August 12 · 10 min
Should politics rely on human or AI fact-checkers?
Here's an interesting question for you: should people trust human fact-checkers or AI fact-checkers more when it comes to politics? One may certainly be faster, but is either more accurate? There are certainly pros and cons to both sides; Greg and Holly discuss their thoughts and read listeners' texts with their thoughts.
August 12 · 9 min
Defense team for Tyler Robinson says he shouldn't face "aggravated" murder charges
A bit of developing news this morning -- the defense team representing Tyler Robinson argues that the prosecution should not be able to push for aggravated murder charges. In a new motion just filed, the defense says there were no aggravating factors in the shooting of Charlie Kirk and that their client shouldn't stand trial for aggravated murder and six other charges. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas shares his perspective and continued frustration with the timeline on the case thus far.
August 12 · 10 min
Your Voice, Your Vote: Primary elections continue around the country
During this primary election season, many have watched the Republican candidates as an example of how voters feel about President Trump and the MAGA movement. But with last night's primaries, we're also looking at the Democratic Party and whether Democrats want their party to go more central or go even more to the left. Your voice, your vote -- what could yesterday's primaries tell us about the upcoming general election?
August 12 · 9 min
Federal judge bars USPS from following Pres. Trump's executive order on mail-in ballots
The Trump Administration is 0 for 22 in its fight to get voter rolls access in all 50 states. And now -- to add to those losses -- a federal judge has told the United States Postal Service (USPS) to ignore the President's earlier executive order, which would have barred the postal service from delivering mail-in ballots in states that refused to turn over voter information to the Department of Justice. Greg gives us his legal takes.
August 12 · 9 min
Immigration officers to receive electric gloves
According to the Associated Press, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will give agents gloves that can deliver electric shocks. It almost sounds like a taser, but in glove form. Greg's confused about the technology, and Holly hates the idea. They have a discussion about their concerns and how they think ICE could better enforce the law while also maintaining dignity for every human being.
August 12 · 10 min
Healing the Great Salt Lake: State leaders prepare for the potential of another lackluster winter
It's not a great outlook for the Great Salt Lake, even with an increase in water conservation from everyday Utahns. The lake is approaching one of its lowest levels in recorded history. Water managers say things could have been a whole lot worse this year, but that doesn't mean the worst couldn't happen next year. KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small has been digging into plans from state leaders to help the lake just in case we have another severely lackluster winter.
August 12 · 10 min
Consumer inflation cooled in July, but prices remain high
Inflation cooled just a hair last month, but it's still above where the Feds want it to be. Even with that decrease, prices for just about everything remain high. So why the disconnect? And could this teeny tiny slip in inflation push the Feds to lower interest rates... especially when mixed with that dismal jobs report that came out last week? Right on the Money -- how will this affect your bottom line? Joining the program is Dr. Michael Kofoed, associate professor of economics at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
August 12 · 27 min
Back to School: Thousands of students back in class today
It's finally here! For thousands of Utah students, today is the first day back to school. Two districts are back in session: Granite and Iron. With a new year comes a whole lot of stress, uncertainty, and anxiety... for both the kids and the parents. Holly is sending one of her kids to junior high school this year; she talks about the anxiety both she and her daughter are feeling right now. Granite School District Superintendent Ben Horsley joins the program to share updates on how the first day of school is going in his district and the resources available to help kids transition in the new year.
August 11 · 1 hr 56 min
Inside Sources Full Show August 11th, 2026: Town of Henefer evacuated due to Rocky Canyon Fire
Money, money, money -- it's time for Truth in Taxation meetings! Ask the Attorney: Pushes for the University of Utah to be declared a "sanctuary campus" Local physicians share concerns with President Trump's EO on childhood vaccinations CNBC releases list of jobs it says are AI-proof Back to School: Being safe in school zones, around school buses How might data centers affect property taxes? Recent Air Force One stunt from President Trump over security concerns stuns many Study: dogs can read their human's emotions based on their face
August 11 · 10 min
Study: dogs can read their human's emotions based on their face
Can your dog read your face? New research says yes. Whelp, so much for keeping secrets from my dogs! What's next? They'll learn to spell words, so I can't spell "T-R-E-A-T" or "W-A-L-K" anymore? Yeesh.
August 11 · 10 min
Recent Air Force One stunt from President Trump over security concerns stuns many
We're learning today that President Trump participated in a kind of magical act -- or spy stunt -- when returning from the NATO summit in Turkey. According to the Washington Post, the President boarded Air Force One (in full view of everyone else), then stealthily left the plane on a catering cart and boarded another plane to fly home. Greg and Holly discuss this kind of real-life "Mission: Impossible" scenario involving the President.
August 11 · 20 min
How might data centers affect property taxes?
How might property taxes change due to data center expansions? New research from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute finds Utah’s growing data center industry could have a surprising impact on property taxes. Researchers are calling it the "boomerang effect." KSL NewsRadio's Eric Cabrera joins the program to explain. Greg and Holly then discuss a proposal from a Utah state legislator that would limit the ability of Utah's Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA) when it comes to new projects on areas not near an existing military site.
August 11 · 19 min
Back to School: Being safe in school zones, around school buses
Across the Wasatch Front, hundreds of thousands of children and teens are heading back to school. Over the next few weeks, the roads will get busier in the mornings and afternoons thanks to kids walking, biking, or bussing to and from school. So what can your kids do to remain safe? And what can you -- the parent (and driver) -- do to promote safety? In this back-to-school segment, Greg and Holly speak with two experts: Benjamin Donner, executive director of the American Red Cross Central and Southern Utah Chapter and Jason Mettmann, Communications Manager for the Utah Highway Safety Office.

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