KSL's Inside Sources

Some topics we will cover on this episode of Inside Sources: Brain Rot: Study shows how TikTok and Instagram may be rewiring our mindsPolitical breakup: Marjorie Taylor Green resigns amid Trump FirestormMamdani and Trump get ChummyBlack Friday: Deal or No Deal?Pass the Peace, Not the Politics: How to Avoid a Thanksgiving Food Fight

A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump’s urging was illegally appointed by the Justice Department.

Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News joins Holly and Greg to discuss new statistics that suggest America is becoming safer, contrary to public belief and polls that say Americans feel crime is getting worse.

The Park Café joins the Sober Riders Motorcycle Club to collect warm winter gear, collecting coats, gloves, hats, blankets and more to support Utahns living without shelter. Greg and Holly talk to Sean Miller, Owner of the Park Café about the initiative and its impact on Utahns.

Marjorie Taylor Greene drew serious heat from the President after siding with fellow Republican Senator Thomas Massey in urging the Department of Justice to release the Epstein Files. She put out a video on X over the weekend tendering her resignation and pointing out her work for the Republican Party.

In a shocking reversal to public rhetoric, Donald Trump and Zohran Mamdani were amicable during their meeting at the White House. Greg and Holly discuss this surprising turn of events.

Steven Collis, Professor of Law at University of Texas and Author of "Habits of a Peacemaker" joins the show to talk about how to let cooler heads prevail as divisive politics visit the Thanksgiving dinner table.

Crash test dummies aren't something often thought about by the public, but when you consider the disproportionately high statistics of women injured in car accidents, and the low employment of female-presenting crash dummies, the issue comes into focus. Greg and Holly discuss how this employment of female-shaped dummies may save women's lives.

Black Friday is coming up this week, which means Americans ready their wallets for the best deals of the year... or so we are told. WalletHub's Chip Lupo joins Holly and Greg to tell them about the decrease of value among Black Friday "deals."

Holly and Greg share more kindness being spread amid the holiday season and Holly shares her top facts of the day!

Findings from the American Psychological Association have tied short-form video content from apps such as TikTok and Instagram’s Reels page to what researchers call 'brain rot'. Greg and Holly discuss studies that show a potent link between the use of smart phones and social media apps with declining brain activity and diving reading comprehension among young people. Producer Caitlyn Johnston shares her experience after stepping away from social media and prioritizing more long form content. Dr. Matthew Checketts, Licensed Clinical Social Worker at The University of Utah Huntsman Mental Health Institute’s Neurobehavior HOME Program shares his expertise on how our smart phones are impacting our brains and attention spans.

Proposed bill could change what happens to 17-year-olds accused of aggravated murderIllegal orders and military duty: Backlash rises after Trump calls Dems 'seditious' Utah national parks 'bleeding money' feel the pinch from the government shutdown 'Gas Station Heroin'? Arguments surrounding potential statewide ban on KratomThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints lowers age for women to serve full-time missions to 18'Wicked: For Good' and more: Movies that break the mold

The KSL Movie Show dives into Wicked: For Good, the second part of the Broadway adaptation. Plus, what’s the best movie that’s completely different from its source material? Such as a book or a movie? From The Hobbit to Wicked, we debate the hits and misses.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints lowers the age for women to serve full-time missions to 18. What does this mean for families, faith, and the future of missionary work? Sarah Weaver, Editor of the Deseret News, joins the show.

It's being called ‘gas station heroin,’ and one Utah Lawmaker, Senator Mike McKell, is working to ban the controversial drug Kratom here in Utah. Advocates have claimed it’s a lifesaver for chronic pain and addiction recovery. We hear both sides of the debate and explore more about Kratom with Senator Mike McKell and Mac Haddow, Senior Fellow on Public Policy for the American Kratom Association.

Utah’s iconic national parks are feeling the pinch from the government shutdown. Zion and Arches National Park are running out of funds—Holly and Greg walk through the details and ways to help.

Some Democrats published a video reminding military members that they do not have to obey illegal orders. Pres. Trump called it sedition and said it was a crime punishable by death. After controversial comments about sedition and military obedience, we dig into the oath of enlistment and what counts as an unlawful order under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Where’s the line between duty and defiance?

A proposed bill could change how Utah handles 17-year-olds accused of aggravated murder. Greg and Holly analyze the proposed legislation and what it could mean for Utah.

Former state senator Derek Kitchen jumps into the race for Utah’s 1st District U.S. House seat, joining a crowded field that includes Ben McAdams and other big names. We break down the candidates and how they may fare with Utahns.

Topics we will cover on this episode of Inside Sources: The White House drafts executive order that would sue states that pass AI regulationsThe Golden Age of Travel: Can Courtesy Make a Comeback?Setting spending boundaries this holiday seasonComey case: DOJ admits full grand jury never reviewed final indictmentPunishable by death? Violent political rhetoric at the breaking pointWill they appeal? Utah House Speaker Mike Shultz updates on redistricting battleHow the burrito project is feeding Utah’s unsheltered