KSL's Inside Sources

Why Salt Lake City vanished from Utah’s 2034 Olympic BrandingReady, Set, Travel! Delays expected on Utah roads starting TODAYGathering amid outbreak: Measles hits Utah school ahead of the holidaysCreating a sensory-friendly Thanksgiving for kids with AutismBuilding solutions: Behind the silent mental health crisis among construction workersMichigan church attack survivor urges Cincinnati AD to stop ‘hurtful, hateful’ chantsThe Giving Tree: Spreading holiday cheer to SLCO seniors

Greg and Holly discuss KSL's story of kindness for today about Salt Lake County Aging and Adult Services Giving Tree. The hosts also highlight facts of the day, including that it is one month until Christmas!

Two months after surviving a horrific attack at a Latter-day Saint meetinghouse in Michigan, Brandi Hicken hoped for a sense of normalcy at a BYU football game in Cincinnati. Instead, she was met with chants that felt deeply personal: “(expletive) the Mormons. Greg and Holly hear from Editor of the Deseret News, Sarah Weaver, about the Hicken family’s journey from tragedy to advocacy, why words matter in the wake of religious violence, and Brandi’s message to the University of Cincinnati and the broader conversation about respect, healing, and accountability.

Behind the hard hats and heavy machinery, construction workers are battling a silent mental health crisis... and it's having an impact on the workforce as a whole. Holly and Greg are joined by Associate Professor in BYU's department of Civil and Construction Engineering, Dr. James Smith, to uncover why construction workers are struggling and what can be done to turn the tide.

Many families may not realize how overwhelming Thanksgiving can be for kids with autism. Greg and Holly talk to an expert about simple ways to make your holiday sensory-friendly, so every child feels calm, comfortable, and included. Above & Beyond Therapy's Clinical Director of Operations in Utah, Magan DiMartino (MS BCBA-LBA COBA), joins the show.

As we gather this Thanksgiving, it's important to be aware of recent Measles outbreaks in the state and surrounding areas... Just recently, multiple students were diagnosed with measles after exposure at Wasatch High School. Greg and Holly discuss what to know about the number of cases in Utah and the US. As well as best practices to prevent catching measles with Lois Collins from the Deseret News.

We're all trying to stay strong and focused on work as the Thanksgiving Holiday approaches... and many may be checking out as soon as today! UDOT is expecting some delays starting as soon as this afternoon due to Thanksgiving travel! John Gleason with UDOT joins the show to share travel expectations.

From the confusing font and lack of mention of Salt Lake City in the new logo unveiled for the Olympics in Utah, Greg and Holly discuss their reactions to this branding. Listeners chime in with their takes. Fraser Bullock, president and executive chair of the Organizing Committee for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, joins the show to explain the branding choice.

Republican lawmakers and leadership packed the state capitol for a press conference announcing their plan to appeal Judge Gibson's selected congressional map for Utah. They also announced plans for a constitutional amendment that will address ballot initiatives overriding the state constitution. Greg and Holly discuss and hear a reaction from the Executive Director of Better Boundaries, Elizabeth Rasmussen, Democratic Lawmaker, Representative Doug Owens, who is also a member of the Legislative Redistricting Committee, and Republican Senator Todd Weiler.

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.