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Research on childhood trauma from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.627690

Hayley Pierce, BYU professor of sociology, calls in to talk about the new ACE (Adverse Childhood Experience) study she conducted. The study shows a disparity between how girls and boys are affec...

What's happening with Jen Shah? from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.623451

Defense attorney Greg Skordas joins Lee to help understand the charges filed yesterday against reality TV star Jen Shah. 

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Driver license goes mobile from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.618420

Lee goes in-depth on the new e-license plan being pitched at the Utah DMV. How would you feel about having your driver's license housed on your phone?

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Howell talks on President Biden's infrastructure plan from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.614138

Utah President surrogate Scott Howell joins Lee to give his thoughts on the President's massive infrastructure package.

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Utah's new"return to work"initiative from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.607917

Governor Spencer Cox made some milestone announcements at this week's COVID-19 briefing, including a“Learn and Work in Utah” grant program to create a new returnship program that wou...

Rural Utah needs an economic boom from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.601382

Utah's rural communities are in need of an economic boost. Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance, joins Lee to discuss what can be done to make it happen...

The DWR's education and hunting program from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.594795

Hunter Education Program Coordinator Ralynne Takeda joins Lee to talk about the need for hunting instructors for the DWR's education program. Lee also asks listeners to share their first hunting...

Olympic wrestler Rulon Gardner's new documentary from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.589519

Retired Greco-Roman Olympic Gold Medalist wrestler, Rulon Gardner, joins Lee to discuss his new documentary"Rulon." 

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Border thoughts from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.583983

Earlier this week, Sen. Mike Lee visited the US/Mexico border where thousands of immigrants are waiting to come into the United State. Lee shares his thoughts on the massive influx of immigrants...

Shooting near US Capitol leaves two dead from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.579359

A shooting near the US Capitol left two people dead, including one US Capitol police officer. Lee breakdown the latest on the events. 

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Handing the reigns to Boyd Matheson from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.573055

Lee is passing the baton to Boyd Matheson. The host of Inside Sources joins Lee to talk about his expended show and what to expect come Monday at 1 PM. 

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Passing the time on the road from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.567110

Lee has a long way to travel for his new job in DC. He takes listeners'calls about how they pass time during road trips and their favorite audiobooks to listen to. 

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New firearms poll from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.561165

A new poll related to gun control and safety in the wake of a number of recent shootings suggests a growing number of Utah voters support at least some form of reform. Lee breakdown the poll res...

The body of missing Kearns woman found from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.555481

The body of missing Kearns woman, Conzuelo“Nicole” Solorio-Romero, has been found nearly two months after her disappearance. KSL-TVs Garna Mejia joins Lee to talk about the latest up...

Redistricting in rural v urban areas from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.549413

Utah is redrawing the political lines. Former Congressman Rob Bishop joins Lee to breakdown how redistricting impacts rural vs. urban areas. 

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Former SLCPD officer arrested in connection to the US Capitol riots from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.544012

A former SLCPD officer has been arrested for his involvement in the deadly riot at the US Capitol on Jan. 6. KSL NewsRadio's Nick Wyatt joins Lee to discuss the developing situation. 

Lee says farewell from 2023-12-14T11:23:36.538343

After being the host of Live Mic for 15 months, Lee is taking on a new adventure. He looks back at the time he's spent behind the mic. 

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Giving DC statehood from 2021-03-31T19:57:43

Should Washington DC be a state? The debate is heating up again... Lee tackles the main arguments on each side. 

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Allergies vs. COVID-19 from 2021-03-31T19:57:12

Dr. Todd Vento, an infectious disease doctor from Intermountain Health, calls in to help us figure out how to discern between seasonal allergies and COVID-19.

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President Biden's infrastructure plan from 2021-03-31T19:56:40

President Biden is floating the idea of a massive infrastructure package, reminiscent of the WPA and other economy/public works programs. 

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Should there be a three party system? from 2021-03-31T19:55:32

Lee talks about a topic that's as old as America: should our country embrace a strong third-party offering? What did George Washington have to say about a two-party system? We take calls and tex...

Takeout food bracket from 2021-03-31T19:51:56

Josh Furlong, from KSL.com, calls in to give an update on the takeout food bracket. He calls in to give an update on the results, and to talk about what will be crowned as Utah's number one take...

Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star arrested from 2021-03-31T19:50:10

Lee goes in-depth on the story of Jen Shah, a star of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, who has been arrested and charged for fraud. 

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Suez Canal traffic jam from 2021-03-31T19:37:14

Lee plays audio from Dave and Debbie's interview this morning with James Very, who has piloted ships through the Suez Canal. He provided an expert perspective on the traffic jam on the canal.&nb...

National Vietnam War Veterans Day from 2021-03-30T00:01:31

Today is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Producer Robynn Garfield joins Lee to talk about her family's experience with the war; she lost an uncle when his plane was shot down over Vietnam in ...

The cost of a college degree from 2021-03-30T00:00:59

What is the current value of a college degree? Lee talks about the rising issue of"degree inflation"and the cost of a college education in 2021. And the phone lines are open to talk to listeners...

A talk with the former Utah governor from 2021-03-30T00:00:09

Former Governor Gary Herbert joins Lee to talk about what he's been up to since leaving office in January. 

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Free from the Suez Canal from 2021-03-29T23:59:42

The Ever Given is FREE! A large shipping vessel lodged itself in a tight fix on March 22, blocking all maritime commerce through the Suez Canal. Lee brings you the latest on the situation. ...

Changes are coming from 2021-03-29T23:58:55

Boyd Matheson joins Lee to talk about taxes, the federal budget, and the announcement of his new showtime coming to a radio station near you!

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SLCo GOP Chair resigns from 2021-03-29T23:58:25

KSL NewsRadio's Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee to talk about the meltdown with the Salt Lake County GOP over a letter sent by then-chair Scott Miller, who resigned over the weekend. 

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Medal of Honor recipients in Utah from 2021-03-26T22:23:08

Today is National Medal of Honor Day. Lee will review Utah recipients.

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March Madness Food Edition Part Two: Callers give their opinion from 2021-03-26T22:22:07

Calls and texts about take-out restaurants. We're doing to about 12 picks, what do you hope to see make the top cut?

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March Madness Food Edition: Which take-out restaurant takes the cake? from 2021-03-26T22:19:58

KSL.com is running a"best take-out restaurant bracket". What is your favorite take-out restaurant? Nick Wyatt joins to talk about his picks on the bracket.

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Lee's Top 2 at 2 p.m. from 2021-03-26T22:18:42

Lee gives his 2 stories at 2pm.

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President Biden's news conference: How did he do? from 2021-03-26T22:14:32

ABC's Ike Ejiochi joins Lee to give a debriefing on today's press conference with President Joe Biden.

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Sports: Are highlight reels all that matter? from 2021-03-26T22:11:52

KSL NewsRadio's Alex Kirry calls in to talk about a recent study showing the majority of sports fans report watching the highlights of games only. What does this mean for the world of sports bro...

Utah Rep on rural areas from 2021-03-26T22:07:32

Congressman Blake Moore calls in to talk about his recent tour of some rural areas of the state.

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VP Harris addresses border crisis from 2021-03-26T22:04:42

Yesterday, VP Kamala Harris was tasked with taking charge of the crisis at the United States-Mexico border. With the population of immigrants ever growing at the border, what will be the plan la...

Schools reopening amid pandemic from 2021-03-26T22:02:15

Dave Noriega joins Lee to talk about Senator Mitt Romney's remarks during a Senate committee yesterday regarding the science behind schools being open during the pandemic. Romney asks: why are s...

President Biden holds first press conference from 2021-03-26T21:59:39

President Joe Biden held his first news conference this afternoon, and Lee breaks down the highlights. 

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Gas prices on the rise, why? from 2021-03-25T03:07

Gas prices in Utah have sky-rocketed, up 30% from this time last year. Lee talks about some of the causes and gives tips on how to avoid paying high prices at the pump.  

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Lee wants to know about your appointment experience from 2021-03-25T03:06

Lee asks for calls and texts on this, the first day of general vaccine availability. What has the process been like to book an appointment?

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What would *you do to butt in the COVID-19 line from 2021-03-25T03:05:16

A Lendingtree.com survey discovered just what Americans would do to cut to the front of the Covid vaccine line. The statistics are startling. 

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Top 2 @ 2, March 24, 2021 from 2021-03-25T03:03

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The highest visited tourist site in Utah from 2021-03-25T03:01:49

Zion National Park was the highest visited tourist site in Utah last year. What draws people to the park and what are some off-the-beaten path places here in Utah people like to visit?

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The Forever Mighty iniative from 2021-03-25T02:59

Managing Director of the Utah Office of Tourism Vicki Varela calls in to talk about a new initiative from her office called"Forever Mighty"aimed at drawing in more visitors to the Beehive State....

Gov. Spencer Cox, widespread vaccine availability from 2021-03-25T02:57:41

Gov. Spencer Cox joins Lee to welcome in the first day that COVID-19 vaccines are available to the general population here in Utah. 

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COLD Podcast, Season 2 from 2021-03-25T02:55

Dave Cawley joins Lee to talk about the COLD podcast season 2 announcement. The murder Joyce Yost has gone unsolved for decades, Dave will spend a season of the podcast going in depth on what we...

Weight gain during the pandemic? from 2021-03-25T02:43

A startling new study shows almost 50% of Americans reported weight gain during the Covid pandemic. Millennials report a 40 pound on average gain over the last year. Lee talks through some strat...

No screens for a day from 2021-03-25T02:40

Would you have to alert your job? Would you have to alert your friends? Be honest...do you think you’re addicted to your phone?

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Company paying people $2400 to go off screens for a day from 2021-03-25T02:37

Could you do it?

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2020 Tax season could be most complicated ever! from 2021-03-25T02:35:57

Lee speaks with Shane Stewart, Certified Financial Planner with Deseret Mutual Benefits Administrators about how best to move toward tax season.

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Top 2 at 2, March 23, 2021 from 2021-03-25T02:28

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Can your boss fire you for not getting a covid vaccine? from 2021-03-25T02:23:15

Matt Gephart, KSL TV investigative reporter

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Another shooting in America - Debbie Dujanovic from 2021-03-25T02:23

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Another Mass Shooting in America from 2021-03-25T02:20

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Another mass shooting in America - Brad Garrett ABC from 2021-03-25T02:14:46

The FBI is assisting local police and will help investigate the shooting suspect's background to establish motive. They'll need to quickly determine exactly what this is because, as Brad has sai...

Who's your celebrity cabinet? from 2021-03-24T02:17

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Presidents portrayed by actors from 2021-03-24T02:15

So who's your favorite?  Lee's talking about American presidents and the actors who've played them. 

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One year ago, former Congressman Ben McAdams was hospitalized from 2021-03-24T02:13

It's been a year since former Utah Congressman Ben McAdams was hospitalized with COVID-19.  Lee speaks with McAdams about the experience and the year it's been.

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Top 2 and 2, March 22, 2021 from 2021-03-24T02:09

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Lee takes listener calls and texts from 2021-03-24T02:08

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LGBTQ gun owners from 2021-03-24T02:03:53

Lee speaks with Ermiya Fanaeian, the director of the Salt Lake City chapter of Pink Pistols - an LGBTQ gun owners group.

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Ozlem Tureci. Remember her name from 2021-03-24T02:00

The scientist who won the race to deliver the first widely used coronavirus vaccine has an important message.

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First ever Feed Utah Food Drive from 2021-03-24T01:58

A statewide food drive takes place tomorrow! Lee will share audio from Utah Gov. Spencer Cox about the new initiative, and he'll speak with Ginette Bott, the CEO of the Utah Food Bank, the organ...

New CDC School Guidelines from 2021-03-24T01:55:18

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Could the Olympics return to Salt Lake? from 2021-03-24T01:53:42

Are the Olympics coming to Salt Lake? Lee goes in-depth on the current bid, and what the Olympic-hopeful team is working on the bring the games to Utah once again.  

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Tokyo Summer Olympics - the latest from 2021-03-24T01:51:25

ABC reporter Alex Stone calls in to give the latest on the Tokyo Summer Olympics-Tokyo is telling tourists and visitors to stay home. What will be the economic impact on Tokyo with a scant amoun...

Starting new things late in life - one woman's story from 2021-03-24T01:50

An 89-year-old sharpshooter? A woman from India started her journey as a sharpshooter at the age of 65. Now at 89, she has a trove of medals and awards. Lee talks about why this is significant a...

Amelia Powers Gardner, candidate, Utah County Commissioner from 2021-03-24T01:46

Amelia Powers Gardner is running for Utah County Commissioner following the departure of Tanner Ainge. Gardner calls into talk to Lee about her campaign and what she hopes to accomplish as a pot...

Top 2 at 2, March 22, 2021 from 2021-03-24T01:46

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Listener feedback on couples and digital communication from 2021-03-24T01:44

Lee asks for texters and callers to weigh in on the digital communication conversation. When you send a text to your significant other, what is the acceptable time-limit on response? Do you argu...

Digital communication in modern-day relationships from 2021-03-24T01:43:49

We're talking about digital communications in modern-day relationships. Producer Robynn Garfield joins Lee to talk about some startling statistics on how couples communicate, how digital communi...

Working from home in Kaysville and Price - it's a great gig says PC Magazine from 2021-03-24T01:42:26

A recent survey on PC Magazine says Kaysville and Price are two of the best cities North America for working from home. What are the metrics for the study and what do Kaysville and Price have th...

White House Staffers Fired - Lee weighs in on security clearance from 2021-03-24T01:40

On Friday, the White House revealed 5 staffers had been let go following revelations on their marijuana use. What is the precedent for something like this? Lee weighs in on the news and gives hi...

Top 2 at 2 March 18th from 2021-03-24T01:24

The two biggest stories of the day at 2 pm. Today, Gov. Spencer Cox announced anyone in the state of Utah 16 and up can start signing up for the vaccine next week. And of course, we're officiall...

How do you preserve a relationship broken by conspiracy? from 2021-03-19T20:26:15

This last year has been a wild one, and there were a fair number of conspiracy theories that were spread and accepted. What do you do if a loved one has been caught up in one of these conspiracy...

The Earthquake: One Year Later from 2021-03-19T20:26:15

There's a lot of good praise heaped on Tim Huges and Amanda Dickson for staying on the air and helping us all through that morning one year ago when the earth started to move beneath our feet. B...

Online Charter Schools from 2021-03-19T20:26:11

We spoke to DeLaina Tonks the principal of Mountain Heights Academy all the way back on December 7th about how their online charter school was doing in the midst of this whole pandemic. We'...

Utah's commercial real estate market from 2021-03-17T00:14:57

Realtor Jon Wright calls in to talk about the commercial real estate market in Utah. How will the office space industry change as more people stay home to work?

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Statewide food drive from 2021-03-17T00:14:27

Governor Spencer Cox calls into the show to discuss this week's statewide food drive and how you can support the cause. 

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Mitt Romney calls for a boycott of the 2022 Olympics from 2021-03-16T23:34:45

Senator Mitt Romney penned an op-ed in the New York Times calling for a boycott of the 2022 Beijing Olympics. Lee explores the details of this boycott and what makes it unique. Lee also asks for li...

Do you go running with your phone? from 2021-03-16T23:32:18

Do you use an app to track your distance and speed? Robynn Garfield joins Lee to talk about how she cut tracking apps and digital distractions out of her outdoors time. See omnystudio.com/listener...

The future of education and online learning from 2021-03-16T23:30:32

Lee talks about online learning and what the future of education might look like post-pandemic. How can kids learn and develop socially when they choose to go to school online? Anthony Godfrey, Sup...

The US Capitol and COVID-19 from 2021-03-16T00:00:01

With so many covid restrictions in place, what has been the impact on the speed of business at the United States Capitol? With COVID-19 protocols, congress has slowed down even further. See omnyst...

It's time for March Madness from 2021-03-15T23:59:31

KSL TV's Dave McCann joins to talk to Lee about March Madness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All about the Oscar nominations from 2021-03-15T23:58:45

Oscar nominations came out this morning. KSL's resident movie expert Doug Wright calls in to talk about his favorite and least favorite films that made the list. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

What's up with large settlements? from 2021-03-15T23:57:58

In the wake of the $27 million lawsuit awarded to the family of George Floyd, Lee talks about historic lawsuits and where the money comes from in these big government payouts. And defense attorney ...

Pandemic life: working from home, but will you stay at home? from 2021-03-15T23:54

A year into the pandemic, many are still working from home. Lee talks about some of the pros and cons of working from home and what the trends look like. Are people going to stay put or move back t...

Fatalities on Utah roads up, even though drivers on the road are down from 2021-03-15T23:53:30

Carlos Braceros, executive director of the Utah Department of Transportation, joins Lee to talk about recent data about fatalities on Utah's roads. Cars on the road decreased by 13% in 2020, but fa...

No more Netflix password sharing? from 2021-03-13T00:40:52

Over 50% of Americans share their streaming services. Netflix is testing a crackdown. Is sharing a service you pay for really stealing? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democrats move on gun legislation from 2021-03-13T00:39:36

Having passed the COVID-19 relief package, Democrats are now quickly moved on to passing gun regulation bills. Lee breaks down what is being discussed on Capitol Hill.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

New York reopens and where will you travel? from 2021-03-13T00:38:07

Gov Cuomo announces quarantines will no longer be required for travelers starting April 1, but Mayor de Blasio is calling it an April Fool's joke. Lee also asks where you will travel when restricti...

A new website promises to help stop vaccine waste from 2021-03-13T00:36:49

Dr. B's says it will text people if a vaccine becomes available because someone didn't show up for an appointment. KSL NewsRadio's Frank Muller joins Lee to talk about the website.  See omnystudio...

Dissecting President Biden's speech from 2021-03-13T00:32:01

Lee spends time on President Biden's speech from last night, where he discussed the vaccine and the recently signed stimulus package. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feds approve Breeze Airline with SLC as hub from 2021-03-13T00:32

Lee has some personal experiences and an interview with Jeff Benedict about founder David Neeleman, an atypical CEO.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power ranking Girl Scout cookies from 2021-03-12T01:16

It's Girl Scout Cookie season. The L.A. Times released their power ranking of Girl Scout cookies.  Lee wonders if any of them are really that good? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

President Biden signs COVID-19 relief package from 2021-03-12T01:14

President Biden has signed the COVID-19 package. Lee takes a look at what the package means for Americans and Utahns alike.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic creates optimal conditions for organ transplants from 2021-03-12T01:12:39

Dr. Richard Gilroy, medical director of the Liver Transplant Program, joins Lee to discuss a major increase in organ transplants due to COVID-19, including a 50% increase in liver transplants.  Se...

Dispelling COVID-19 vaccine myths from 2021-03-12T01:11:43

Dr. Josh Andersen spoke to Mary Richards about his research into myths that are keeping people from getting a vaccine. Lee reviews the myths and the scientific evidence that people need to know.  ...

Murder Among the Mormons from 2021-03-12T01:10:36

Carole Mikita joins Lee to discuss the new Netflix series "Murder Among the Mormons," her experience with the documentary, her experience covering the events, and the telling and retelling of the s...

One year into COVID-19: Don't Forget about Tom&Rita from 2021-03-12T01:09:10

1 year after COVID-19 really hit home, we look back at some of the most impactful moments including when we learned "America's dad," Tom Hanks, had the virus. Lee also asks listeners what they have...

Greenhouse gases lawsuit from 2021-03-12T00:11:22

12 states are suing the Biden administration over the 'social cost' calculation of greenhouse gasses. Lee breaks down the lawsuit and its implications.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Animating ancestors' photographs from 2021-03-12T00:07

A nifty thing has happened and KSL NewsRadio's Nick Wyatt joins Lee to discuss some new tech that makes it possible to add motion to old family pictures.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Using masks for messaging from 2021-03-12T00:05:57

Rep. Christ Stewart joined a number of Republicans in wearing masks stating "Open Schools Now." Lee breakdown how mask messages are playing into our politics and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

The NFL hires its first Black official...more than 20 years after the NBA did from 2021-03-11T23:55:29

Amy Donaldson joins Lee to talk about Maia Chaka's hiring-- the latest in a year of progress for women in the NFL, from the first female official in the Super Bowl to women assistant coaches and of...

How did Utah's economy fare during COVID-19 from 2021-03-11T23:51:10

Derek Miller, President, and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance, joins Lee to talk about how Utah's economy is wavering during the pandemic.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Daylight Saving Time bill from 2021-03-11T23:47:44

As we prepare to Spring Forward, Marco Rubio and Rick Scott are advancing a bill in the Senate that would allow the 16 states, including Utah, that have passed laws to stay on DST to do so. Lee als...

A trip down memory lane from 2021-03-10T18:51:26

The LDS church announced the Hill Cumorah pageant will not have a final year of performances, as was planned. Lee, who grew up near the pageant, gives his memories about the pageant and asks listen...

The status of the stimulus bill from 2021-03-10T18:50:57

ABC Correspondent Faith Abubey joins Lee to talk about the status of the stimulus bill in the House of Representatives. And listeners call in to talk about their opinion on the new package. See omn...

Vaccine fears and trypanophobia from 2021-03-10T18:48

The numbers are looking good: fewer people now say they will "definitely not" receive the vaccine. But what's holding some people back from getting their COVID-19 vaccine? Lee tries to answer the q...

Police reform in SLC from 2021-03-10T18:46:35

SLC Mayor Mendenhall calls in to talk about what the city is doing to reform policing and change procedures after last year's turmoil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jury selection in high-profile cases from 2021-03-10T18:45:55

How do lawyers choose jury members in high-profile cases? Defense Attorney Greg Skordas joins Lee to help us understand the jury selection process in the George Floyd trial.  See omnystudio.com/li...

New mask guidelines from 2021-03-10T18:44:04

The CDC has released new travel guidelines during the pandemic. KSL NewsRadio's Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee to help break down the new info. And what are the mask guidelines when you're outside? Why...

No masks if fully vaccinated? from 2021-03-09T21:09:44

The CDC announced over the weekend that people who are vaccinated can now gather without masks on. Lee will comment on this and other COVID-19 issues (like do some people hike with masks on?)  See...

Dr. Suess pulled from the shelves from 2021-03-09T21:09:01

Dr. Suess's books top the charts on sales after a few were banned on Amazon. Is this the Streisand effect in full force? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Closing out Utah's legislative session from 2021-03-09T21:08:10

Sen. President Stuart Adams joins Lee to give his thoughts about the closing of the legislative session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's happening with the stimulus bill? from 2021-03-09T21:07:30

Lee recaps the passing of the stimulus bill and where it goes from here.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

International Women's Day with the Lt. Governor from 2021-03-09T21:06:54

Lt. Gov Diedre Henderson calls to talk about International Women's Day and her work to bring more women into Utah's political scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prince, Meghan, and Oprah from 2021-03-09T21:05

Producer Robynn joins to give a recap of last night's royal interview with Harry and Megan. Lee also hears from listeners on the topic.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee Lonsberry is leaving KSL NewsRadio from 2021-03-09T20:39:09

Lee Lonsberry announces he will no longer be the host of Live Mic come April. His next adventure: being the Communications Director for Utah Senator Mike Lee. Lee shares his thoughts on what's next...

Vaccines for 40+ in Summit County? from 2021-03-09T20:36:35

Lee reviews a statement from the Summit County Health Department after confusion yesterday over the ages of those allowed to get vaccines. He also speaks with a nurse who got her first dose of the ...

Last day of the Utah Legislature from 2021-03-09T20:35:35

Speaker Brad Wilson joins Lee to talk about his final thoughts on the last day of the legislative session today. Lee also reviews the highlights from this legislative session.  See omnystudio.com/...

Permit-less carry warnings from 2021-03-09T20:34:34

Curt Oda joins Lee to discuss the permit-less carry law passed earlier this session. Lee also discusses the success of gun sales during the last year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Bills headed to the governor's desk from 2021-03-09T20:33:46

Lee reviews some of the bills we've been following this legislative session that are headed to the Governor's desk for him to either sign or veto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scouts sell Rockwell from 2021-03-04T00:29:09

The Scouts will sell a collection of Norman Rockwell paintings to fund sexual abuse claim payments. Lee will discuss scouting and takes listener calls on the topic.  See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Doctor reflects on the past year since COVID-19 hit from 2021-03-04T00:28:04

Dr. Marion Bishop, ER Doctor, joins Lee to discuss the lessons learned during the pandemic--especially in hospitals throughout this last year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baby bust from 2021-03-04T00:25

Data from several states around the country shows a 7% drop in birth rates over the last year. Pam Perlich, Director of Demographic Research at Kem C. Gardner Institute, joins Lee to discuss what t...

Universal background checks on guns from 2021-03-04T00:24:55

Two Senators in Washington are proposing a bill on universal background checks for all firearm sales. Utah Rep. Brian King has a similar proposal here on Utah's Capitol Hill. He joins Lee to discus...

National Anthem Day from 2021-03-04T00:22

Lee discusses the history of the national anthem on this anniversary of "The Star Spangled Banner" becoming the official national anthem for the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

$1.9 Trillion package negotiations from 2021-03-04T00:21:55

Lee reviews the latest from Washington as President Biden OKd tougher income limits for those $1,400 checks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Read Across America Day 2021 from 2021-03-02T23:30:11

News today that six Dr. Seuss books will no longer be published is receiving mixed reactions. Lee will discuss the legacy of Dr. Seuss and the impact of good books on a child's life.  See omnystud...

Night owls poor at work&fake commutes from 2021-03-02T23:29:40

How has COVID-19 changed the way we work? Lee breaks down two ways and how it's impacted him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it time for a wealth tax? from 2021-03-02T23:27:52

Senator Elizabeth Warren is proposing a wealth tax for the richest Americans. Lee will discuss the details of how it'll work and take listener calls as well.  See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Reviving earmarks or banning the use? from 2021-03-02T23:27:11

As Congress works to revive earmarks, Senator Mike Lee has a bill to permanently ban their use. Lee will break down what earmarks are and discuss both sides of the issue to bring them back. See om...

Resolution commitment to Second Amendment from 2021-03-02T23:26:18

Rep. Douglas Sagers joins Lee to discuss his resolution to affirm the Utah legislature's commitment to the 2nd Amendment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stimulus update and day of reckoning from 2021-03-02T23:25:17

Lee will walk through what's in the $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Bill besides that $1,400 check. Dave Noriega joins Lee to discuss the big day of reckoning with the national debt. See omnystudio.com/lis...

How has COVID changed the way news is gathered/reported? from 2021-03-02T00:01

Reporters have had to change the way they do their work in the coronavirus pandemic throughout the last year. Lee will discuss with Jed Boal, KSL TV Reporter and Marc Giauque, KSL Newsradio News Di...

Jeremy Lin responds to racism from 2021-03-02T00:00:09

Lee will break down a Facebook post from Jeremy Lin, saying he was called a racist name and how he is choosing to respond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BYU recommendations on race from 2021-03-01T23:58:13

Ryan Gabriel, Assistant Professor, Sociology at Brigham Young University, joins Lee to break down recommendations from the BYU Committee on Race, Equity&Belonging to the University. See omnystudio...

Passion about changing the name of Dixie State from 2021-03-01T23:57:30

Jeanetta Williams, president of the NAACP Salt Lake Branch, joins Lee to discuss why she is so passionate about the need for a name change at Dixie State University. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Guns on the Hill and Permit-less carry from 2021-03-01T23:57:04

Lee will discuss the latest from Utah's capitol hill on gun-related legislation. Rep. Cory Maloy joins Lee to discuss permit-less carry as well.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johnson&Johnson vaccine on its way to Utah from 2021-03-01T23:54

Lee will discuss the Governor's comments from this morning on the vaccine roll-out in Utah. Plus, what the Utah Department of Health is saying about the number of vaccines available in Utah this we...

Stimulus Bill: House Ready from 2021-03-01T19:44

Faith Abubéy, ABC News Correspondent in Washington, joins Lee to give an update on the latest as Democrats work to pass a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package through the House. See omnystudio.co...

Sen. Mike Lee at CPAC from 2021-03-01T19:43:32

Lee will break down comments made by Senator Mike Lee at a conservative conference earlier today on the power of tyrannical governments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

English official language bill from 2021-03-01T19:41:38

Lee will break down why one Utah Senator is moving to remove an English-only provision from the state law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covax donation from 2021-03-01T19:40:03

Church News Reporter Tad Walch joins Lee to discuss a large donation by Latter-day Saint Charities to help with vaccine distribution to undeveloped countries.  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Federal Buildings EO from 2021-03-01T19:39:04

Donald Trump wanted federal buildings held to a classic standard, but now President Biden is directing otherwise. Lee will discuss the look of federal buildings, including Senator Mike Lee's though...

Will Trump form his own party? from 2021-03-01T19:38:24

Could former President Donald Trump form his own political party? And what would happen if he did? Lee will discuss and take listener calls as well.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

A review of the Equality Act from 2021-03-01T19:36:32

The US House voted to pass the Equality Act, and it now moves to the Senate. Kelsey Dallas, Deseret News religion and politics reporter, joins Lee to discuss the religious concerns with the bill. C...

Encouraging blood donations from 2021-02-26T19:20:45

Utah State Senator Derek Kitchen joins Lee to discuss why he's calling for Utahns to donate blood right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A business boom during a pandemic from 2021-02-26T19:20:21

KSL TV investigative reporter Matt Gephardt joins Lee to discuss how new businesses are opening in record numbers, even while other businesses are struggling to recover from the pandemic. See omny...

Eye on the Olympic prize from 2021-02-26T19:18:38

Dave Nicholls, the pilot of a bobsled team with both paraplegic and able-bodied athletes, joins Lee to discuss how his team is working to qualify for the Bejing Olympics in 2022. See omnystudio.co...

Unaffordable Utah: childcare from 2021-02-26T19:17

The ongoing pandemic has impacted the childcare industry in Utah for both providers and families in need of care. Lee will walk through a discussion with Kristy DeGraaf, Vice President of The Profe...

Utah Legislative updates from 2021-02-26T19:10

Lee walks through the dead bills in the Utah Legislature this session, as well as those bills still alive and receiving support. Lee also goes in-depth on a bill to make mug shots private rather th...

Distracted driving Bill from 2021-02-26T03:56:49

Representative Carol Spackman-Moss is working on a new proposal to ban cell phones, but it's been sent back to committee. Lee will break down the basics of the bill and why his thoughts on this iss...

Could you carry a loved one to safety? from 2021-02-26T03:55:42

If you had to, could you carry a loved one to safety in an emergency? Lee's been pondering this question and will get advice from Captain Travis Bodtcher, a training Captain Murray Fire Department,...

Utah's budget surplus from 2021-02-26T03:53:46

Utah has a budget surplus this year. Where should that money go? Lee will break down the options and take listener calls.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaccine update and return to normal from 2021-02-26T01:22

With the Johnson&Johnson vaccine on the path to receive Emergency Use Authorization, how will getting more vaccine doses into the state impact the return to normal? Mark Remillard, ABC News Corresp...

Raising the federal minimum wage from 2021-02-26T01:19:13

With proposals from President Biden and now Senator Mitt Romney, what does the future of minimum wage look like? Lee will look at the effective minimum wage and take listener calls on raising the m...

Tiger Woods sustains injuries from a car accident from 2021-02-24T00:37:51

Lee follows a breaking news story involving pro-golfer Tiger Woods and the injuries he sustained following a car accident in Southern California Tuesday.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Testimony on the Capitol attack from 2021-02-24T00:35:45

Security officials testified today on the events on January 6 and the intelligence leading to the breach of the US Capitol. Lee will review what those officials said and why it matters for the futu...

Two different polls on the COVID-19 vaccine in Utah from 2021-02-24T00:29:03

Lee will break down the differences in two polls on getting vaccinated in Utah and what it means for changing attitudes on the COVID-19 vaccine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self defense amendments from 2021-02-24T00:27

Utah Rep. Karianne Lisonbee joins Lee to break down how her bill prevents prosecution for people who act in self-defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Limiting emergency powers of the governor from 2021-02-24T00:26

Utah Sen. Evan Vickers joins Lee to discuss his bill on emergency response powers by the governor. The bill has passed in the house and committee and is now moving on to the full senate. See omnys...

Top 2 at 2 from 2021-02-24T00:25:33

Lee speaks on the two biggest stories he's following: the hearing on the Capitol attack of Jan. 6th and baby bonds.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All about baby bonds from 2021-02-24T00:24:37

Samuel Benson, Deseret News opinion writer, joins Lee to discuss why he's supportive of a plan from Senator Corry Booker to send "baby bonds" to help lift American families out of the circle of pov...

Utah renews public health order with a few changes from 2021-02-24T00:24:01

Changes to the Utah Department of Health's public health order could have Utahns removing masks in low transmission areas of the state. KSL NewsRadio reporter Paul Nelson joins Lee to break down th...

Utah Legislatures looks at bail reform from 2021-02-23T23:49:11

Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill joins Lee to explain why he's against a proposal on Utah's Capitol Hill to change bail reforms passed just last fall. And then Rep. Mike Schultz joins to...

Mike Lee chimes in on Merrick Garland's confirmation hearing from 2021-02-23T03:08:13

Senator Mike Lee questioned Merrick Garland this morning as part of his Attorney General confirmation. Lee will discuss how the 2nd amendment came into the conversation and what Garland had to say ...

Capitol Police attack from 2021-02-23T03:06:57

Lee will break down an interview from Good Morning America with a Capitol Police officer recounting the Jan. 6 attack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's next for Ben McAdams? from 2021-02-23T03:05

Former representative Ben McAdams joins Lee to discuss what's in his future after leaving Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much would you pay to save your pets? from 2021-02-23T03:03:41

When Lee and his wife got their cat together, they set a limit on how much they'd spend in a year on the cat's medical needs. Lee will discuss how this can be different though for everyone. Listene...

The first sound from Mars from 2021-02-23T03:03:01

NASA's Perseverance rover landing on Mars marked a part of history for many reasons, including capturing the first audio from the Red Planet. Lee goes over and plays the sounds from Mars and talks ...

Changing the name of Dixie State University from 2021-02-23T02:59

A new poll of Utahns shows support for keeping the Dixie State University name. Boyd Matheson joins Lee to discuss the latest on how the name change is moving forward in the Utah Legislature. Liste...

Eye on the Hill: H.B. 302 Preserving Sports for Female Students from 2021-02-23T01:19:19

Rep. Kera Birkeland joins Lee to discuss her bill to ban transgender male to female athletes in Utah's high school sports from participating in girls' sports. Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee to discuss ...

GME Hearing: Testimony from Washington from 2021-02-19T17:38:30

After Redditors broke Wall Street, the CEO's of Robin Hood and Reddit are speaking today in D.C. Lee will dive into their testimony and will also tell the story of a BYU professor who saw this comi...

Life expectancy is dropping from 2021-02-19T17:34:56

The pandemic has caused life expectancy to drop a full year in the U.S., even more so among minorities. Lee takes a look at this shocking finding and what we should think/do about it. See omnystud...

Utah Beats Silicon Valley in Economic Health from 2021-02-19T17:34:14

A new study finds many Utah cities are growing, thanks to people and businesses leaving the expensive California market for the Rockies. Provo-Orem ranked as the healthiest economy among U.S. citie...

Blake Moore: Cooperation in D.C. from 2021-02-19T17:31:39

Freshman Rep. Blake Moore says he's hitting the ground running in his committees and isn't seeing as much division in D.C. as people think. Lee brings Rep. Moore on the show to ask him more about h...

H.R. 40: Reparations to African Americans from 2021-02-19T17:30

There is a debate among some lawmakers in Washington as to whether or not to allow a coalition to look for ways to compensate those who have suffered from racial injustice, more particularly, those...

Perseverance makes it to Mars from 2021-02-19T17:23

The new Mars rover landed on the planet's surface around 2 p.m. Thursday. Lee dives into what Perseverance's mission is, and how a Salt-Lake-based company, OxEon Energy, revolutionized space travel...

Social media during the pandemic from 2021-02-18T00:30:21

What has been the impact of social media on the COVID-19 pandemic? Lee talks about the fight against misinformation and how it can spread like, well, a virus. Listeners join in on the conversation ...

Where did you get your chicken? from 2021-02-18T00:29:13

Sofia Jeremias, an in-depth reporter for the Deseret News, recently wrote a piece of the Search for a Better Chicken. She calls in to talk about the modern chicken farming industry and how it can b...

Lee's top 2 at 2 from 2021-02-18T00:28:26

Lee recaps the passing of Rush Limbaugh and gun safety classes in schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah gun laws from 2021-02-18T00:27:47

Mitch Velos authored the book Utah Gun Law. He joins Lee to talk about the new constitutional carry law and what it means for the state's gun climate. Lee also reviews a new bill that would allow f...

Snow storm update from 2021-02-18T00:26:04

KSL TV weather specialist Kevin Eubank calls in to talk about the storm-pocalypse. He'll give an in-depth forecast and talk about what this means for our water-levels. See omnystudio.com/listener ...

Rush Limbaugh passes at 70 from 2021-02-18T00:25:05

Radio mogul Rush Limbaugh passed away at the age of 70 from an advanced form of lung cancer. Lee talks about his legacy and what he left behind. Radio legend Doug Wright calls in to talk about the ...

Vaccinated by May -- when do we get back to normal? from 2021-02-17T01:03:23

Utah officials predict the state could be fully vaccinated by May. But will it be enough to return to "normal"? Lee walks through the latest on the vaccine timeline and what it means for everyday l...

Live Mic with Lee's Top 2 at 2 from 2021-02-17T00:56

Two big stories to rundown today -- first, the Utah Republican Party declining to take action against Senator Mitt Romney, in spite of a petition urging them to censure him for his impeachment vote...

Unclaimed cash from 2021-02-17T00:53:25

Every few months, you've probably seen stories about money that belongs to you, but needs to be claimed. Meet Gustabo Rodriguez, one of the producers behind the scenes at Live Mic with Lee Lonsberr...

A new center-right party? from 2021-02-17T00:50:48

Is it time for a major third party shake-up? 120 Republicans want to break away from the GOP and distance themselves from the Republican Party of former President Donald Trump.  See omnystudio.com...

Impeachment is behind us... or is it? from 2021-02-17T00:45:37

Live Mic with Lee Lonsberry begins with the votes in the Senate on the historic second impeachment of former President Donald Trump and the impact of the trial on Utah politics. Utah Republican Par...

More on the impeachment from our listeners from 2021-02-14T01:20:07

Calls/texts about how would you vote after hearing the evidence from the impeachment hearings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Impeachment recap from 2021-02-14T01:18:08

Impeachment recap and (maybe) we can we mark our calendar to return to normal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaccine Watch School Edition: Utah County School District from 2021-02-12T00:17

Mike Gowans, a teacher at Westlake H.S., joins Lee to talk about getting the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine this weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah businesses paying back PPP loans from 2021-02-12T00:15:24

Utah businesses that received PPP loans may have to pay them back in the form of taxes. KSL TV's Matt Gephardt broke the story and joins Lee to discuss the reaction from businesses when they found ...

US Attorney for Utah resigns from 2021-02-12T00:12:44

The US Attorney for the District of Utah has resigned from this position. John Huber joins Lee to talk about the decision and what his next steps in life are.  See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Men doing more housework during the pandemic from 2021-02-12T00:11:58

A co-study done by a University of Utah sociologist shows men have done two to three more household chores during the pandemic. Lee breaks down the research and asks listeners about their household...

GA opens investigation into Trump phone call from 2021-02-12T00:10:39

A Georgia prosecutor is opening up a criminal investigation against the former president regarding the phone call he had with the secretary of state about alleged voter fraud. Lee breaks down the m...

Vaccine Watch School Edition: Granite Schools Vaccine from 2021-02-11T23:45:48

How is Granite School District doing at distributing the vaccine to their teachers and school staff? Lee will talk to Mandee Cossa who has had the first dose of the vaccine and is scheduled for a s...

What is going on in Congress besides impeachment? from 2021-02-11T23:44

Utah Congressman Burgess Owens joins Lee to talk about what else is happening on Capitol Hill, aside from the impeachment proceeding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COVID-19 tests before flights? from 2021-02-11T23:42:41

Pete Buttigieg said he wants to have travelers tested for COVID-19 before they hop on domestic flights, but  Ed Bastian, the CEO of Delta says it's a bad idea. Lee breaks down both sides of the con...

A lesson on civics from 2021-02-11T23:40:16

Rep. Burton says there’s a real gap in civics education and understanding among Americans. He approached UVU and created a bill about creating a new school dedicated to teaching American civics. Re...

Mark Cuban and the National Anthem from 2021-02-11T23:37:04

The owner of the Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, will NOT play the National Anthem before home games. Lee breaks down why and asks for listener's opinions on the decision.  See omnystudio.com/listen...

Vaccine Watch School edition: Davis School District from 2021-02-09T23:48

How is Davis School District doing at distributing the vaccine to their teachers and school staff? Lee will review what Dave and Dujanovic learned earlier today from the district. And Denise Willmo...

BYU study on social media's impact on teen girls from 2021-02-09T23:47:38

How does social media impact teen girls and influence their risks for suicide? New research out of BYU points to concerns, but also solutions. Professor Sarah Coyne joins Lee to discuss the researc...

The defense's argument against impeachment from 2021-02-09T23:45:04

It was opening arguments in round two of the President Trump impeachment saga. Inside Sources host, Boyd Matheson joins Lee to talk about the defense's arguments as to why impeachment against a for...

Vaccine Watch: School edition from 2021-02-08T23:42:12

The Salt Lake City School District has students returning to the classroom today. How are they doing on distributing the vaccine to their teachers and staff? Lee will review conversations with Spok...

3 more arrested in massage parlor raid from 2021-02-08T23:40:27

Paul Nelson, KSL Newsradio Reporter, joins Lee to tell the story of how a massage parlor raid unfolded in Utah County late last week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She Jack’s gun registry bill is back from 2021-02-08T23:39:05

Lee will discuss the latest news on gun rights, Utah's permit-less carry bill, and Joe Biden's thoughts on guns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Super Bowl and its ads from 2021-02-08T23:37:50

The big game this weekend had a clear winner and loser with plenty of funny commercials in-between. Lee will discuss the silly advertisements and how the Superbowl gives us hope.  See omnystudio.c...

Millcreek avalanche takes the lives of four people from 2021-02-08T23:36:29

Drew Hardesty, Avalanche Forecaster with the Forest Service Utah Avalanche Center, joins Lee to discuss the avalanche that left four dead this weekend and why current conditions are so dangerous. ...

A big week for national news from 2021-02-08T23:35:18

Lee looks forward to the week ahead in national politics, including Trump's second impeachment trial.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaccine Q&A with UDOH immunization director from 2021-02-07T01:02:07

You've got questions, we've got answers! The Utah Department of Health Immunization Director Rich Lakin joins Live Mic with Lee Lonsberry to answer our listeners' most pressing questions.  See omn...

Salt Lake City returns to in-person classes from 2021-02-07T00:58:45

Schools within the Salt Lake City School District have officially returned to in-person classes after almost a year of going virtual. What does this mean behind the scenes? Lee speaks with Interim ...

Where does this fit into history? from 2021-02-07T00:53:47

Donald Trump is the first and only president to be impeached twice while in office. How does this fit into the grand scheme of history, especially as the Senate enters the official impeachment tria...

Snowy weather from 2021-02-07T00:50:15

Utah will finally get some of its world-famous snow this weekend. What does this mean for the roads? Lee talks to Utah Department of Transportation spokesman John Gleason to learn more.  See omnys...

Impeachment trial looms from 2021-02-07T00:48:25

The impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump is set to begin next week. We hop on the line with Ron Fox, a Republican who served as a surrogate to Trump, and Scott Howell, a Democrat who ...

Child Tax Battle from 2021-02-07T00:40:37

Sen. Mitt Romney unveiled a plan Thursday to send American families $350 a month for each young child and $250 for each school-age child on an ongoing basis. Lee breaks down what this mean.  See o...

Let me talk to the vaccine distributor: Morgan-Weber County from 2021-02-05T00:11

Jesse Bush, public information specialist and vaccination clinic organizer Weber-Morgan Health Department joins Lee to answer questions from listeners on the vaccine distribution. See omnystudio.c...

Should elementary kids participate in school suicide prevention programs? from 2021-02-05T00:09

Rep. Brian King has a proposal to expand Suicide Prevention education to K-12 rather than just 7-12 grades in Utah. He'll join Lee to break it down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Let us dance from 2021-02-05T00:08:51

Taylorsville High School junior Caitlin Bone brought a proposal to her School Board reminiscent of Kevin Bacon in Footloose. Lee and Dave Noriega will discuss how the pandemic is impacting parents ...

Reagan: Dignity, respect and kindness make America extraordinary from 2021-02-05T00:06:10

Stephen M. Studdert served as a White House adviser to President Ronald Reagan, ahead of Reagan's 110th birthday this weekend. He joins Lee to discuss the former president's legacy. See omnystudio...

Will Trump testify at the Senate trial? from 2021-02-05T00:06

Impeachment managers are requesting Trump's testimony as part of the Senate trial. Lee will break down this latest update ahead of next week's trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Marjorie Taylor Greene from 2021-02-05T00:05

House members are debating and voting today on allowing Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green to sit in House Committees. The Congresswoman also apologized on the House Floor today for embracing conspiracy th...

Let me speak to a vaccine administrator: Davis County from 2021-02-04T02:03:59

Trevor Warner Communications Manager, Davis County Health Department, answers listener questions on the vaccine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honoring the Ghost Army from 2021-02-04T02:03:11

Congressman Chris Stewart is proposing an act in Congress to honor Ghost Army veterans. Stewart and the Utah teen who's been advocating for the act will join Lee to explain the purpose of the bill ...

Facebook vs. Apple from 2021-02-04T02:01

Apple is expected to change its opt-in options for online tracking and Facebook plans to educate its users on how great tracking is. Caitlin McGarry, Consumer tech editor at Gizmodo also joins Lee ...

Honoring Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick from 2021-02-04T01:59:55

Lee tells the story of officer Brian Sicknick as he's honored today in the Capitol. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let me speak to a vaccine administrator: Utah County from 2021-02-04T01:39:02

Aislynn Tolman-Hill, Utah County Health Department spokesperson, takes listener questions on getting the vaccine in Utah County.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nobel Peace Prize from 2021-02-04T01:38:20

Who should get the Nobel Peace Prize? Several recent nominations are raising some eyebrows. Lee will review the history of the prize and discuss who has historically been awarded the honor. See om...

Dixie State name change from 2021-02-04T01:37:24

Dave Clark Chair, the board of trustees at Dixie State University, joins Lee to discuss how he doesn't want to see a name change at the University, but now supports the change. Listeners join in on...

Confucius Institute from 2021-02-04T01:35:38

Rep. Candice Pierucci joins Lee to discuss her resolution to protect Utah's Higher Ed institutions from the influence of the Chinese Communist Party through the Confucius Institute.  See omnystudi...

From the U's Chief Safety Officers to MSU's from 2021-02-04T01:33:05

After just a year in the position, University of Utah Chief Safety Officer Marlon Lynch, is leaving the University for a position at Michigan State University. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

The negotiations that weren’t from 2021-02-04T01:32:02

Lee reviews what's ahead for COVID relief in DC after Jen Psaki discussed the meeting yesterday between the President and Republican leadership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaccine Q&A from 2021-02-02T02:08

Nicholas Rupp with the Salt Lake County Health Department joins Lee to answer listener questions on getting the vaccine in Salt Lake County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Holly Courtier follow-up from 2021-02-02T02:07:10

An investigation into the woman who went missing in Zion National Park last year has been closed without any charges. Lee will discuss the importance of follow-up on cases like this one. See omnys...

A homeless camp in a yard from 2021-02-02T02:02:05

A Salt Lake City man is hosting a homeless camp in his front yard and dancing along a fine line of County Health Department rules to keep it going. Lee will break down his story and tell the story ...

Sen. Romney plus others meet with Pres. Biden on COVID-19 aid from 2021-02-02T02:00

Lee will break down the discussions in Washington among republican leadership and President Biden on covid-19 relief. Lee takes live calls on direct payment as well.  See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Gov. Cox on Utah's vaccine distribution from 2021-02-02T01:59:20

Governor Spencer Cox joins Lee to provide an update on the state's vaccine distribution plan after it was announced Utah will be getting more doses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Johnson and Johnson vaccine from 2021-02-02T01:57

News of the effectiveness of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine may at first seem disappointing, but Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee to discuss the long-term outlook for the vaccine's effectiveness. See o...

Fatherhood pregnancy support from 2021-01-29T19:09:50

A Utah lawmaker is proposing a bill to extend child support to cover pregnancy costs. Lee will break down the arguments and questions from a hearing in committee yesterday. See omnystudio.com/list...

Gamestop Stock and Robinhood from 2021-01-29T19:07:36

Lee breaks down the latest on everything you need to know about what is happening with Gamestop stock and what it means for Robinhood. Caleb Silver, Editor In Chief, Investopedia, New York, joins t...

Mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic from 2021-01-29T19:06:50

Children’s hospitals across the country are seeing a wave of mental health struggles with COVID-19. Dr. Marion Bishop, ER Doctor joins Lee to discuss what she has seen in her own hospital. Chuck Sh...

Challenger 35th Anniversary from 2021-01-29T18:49:34

Lee reviews a chat from one year ago today on the Challenger explosion anniversary with BYU Instructor Carrie Moore, who covered the day 35 years ago as a reporter. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Religious Liberty Bill and Concealed Carry Firearm Amendments from 2021-01-29T18:46:31

Rep. Cory Maloy joins Lee to discuss his proposed legislation on health department powers over personal and religious liberty. Additionally, Rep. Walt Brooks joins the program to discuss the latest...

Private space travel from 2021-01-27T00:37:32

If you could fly to space on your own buck, would you? Lee will break down the latest update on private space travel and take listener calls at 2:50 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

U.S. Rep. Blake Moore named to armed services, natural resources committees from 2021-01-27T00:34:44

Congressman Blake Moore joins Lee to discuss his newest role on two House Committees.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should there be congressional term limits from 2021-01-27T00:30:49

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz has reintroduced legislation that would put term limits on Congressional officials. Lee breaks down what that could mean and hears listener opinions on the subject.  See omnyst...

Sen. Rob Portman calls it quits from 2021-01-27T00:20:08

GOP Senator Rob Portman says he will not run for re-election in 2022, citing "partisan gridlock." Lee breaks down the implications of Portman's decision to leave politics.  See omnystudio.com/list...

Why your grandchildren will probably still be fighting over national monuments from 2021-01-27T00:11:02

Jay Evenson joins Lee to discuss the role of the Antiquities Act in Utah's national monuments and why it's time for Congress to get involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reyes impeachment resolution from 2021-01-27T00:09:51

Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee in breaking down a resolution to impeach Attorney General Sean Reyes. What will it mean for Utah and has "impeachment" been cheapened? Listeners also give their opinions ...

Russia protests? What’s next? from 2021-01-26T00:39:35

After protestors were arrested in Russia this weekend, what comes next? Romney says he wants to see more sanctions, but is that possible? Guest Host Ethan Millard and Holly Richardson break down th...

What's going on with Utah's monuments? from 2021-01-26T00:38:58

Guest Host Ethan Millard and Holly Richardson discuss what could be ahead for two national monuments in Utah under President Biden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. Romney on Trump's impeachment from 2021-01-26T00:38:37

Guest Host Ethan Millard and Holly Richardson talk about Senator Mitt Romney saying there needs to be a trial on President Trump's impeachment in the Senate. They both break down Romney's comments ...

Larry King and Hank Aaron die from 2021-01-26T00:37:08

Guest Host Ethan Millard and Holly Richardson review the legacy of two legends in their fields. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The confirmation of the new defense secretary from 2021-01-26T00:36:22

Guest Host Ethan Millard and Holly Richardson discuss the confirmation of Biden's Secretary of Defense, including how Senator Mike Lee voted on the confirmation. Lloyd Austin was confirmed, becomin...

Utah's COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan from 2021-01-26T00:34:57

Guest Host Ethan Millard and Holly Richardson speak on Governor Spencer Cox defending Utah's COVID-19 vaccine distribution this weekend. And Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson joins them live to talk ab...

Presidential Pardon from 2021-01-24T00:14:54

Sarah Barney's husband, Lynn Barney, was pardoned by President Trump on his last day in office. Sarah joins Lee to tell the story of how Lynn came to request a presidential pardon.  See omnystudio...

Substitute Teacher bonuses? from 2021-01-24T00:13:19

Should substitute teachers receive bonus checks along with other Utah teachers? Lee will discuss why it makes sense, then he'll take listener's calls to get their perspective.  See omnystudio.com/...

Top 2 @ 2 p.m. from 2021-01-24T00:09:55

Get a sneak peek at the top stories Lee is following today.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Burgess Owens from 2021-01-24T00:07:47

Congressman Burgess Owens joins Lee Lonsberry to discuss a letter he and other freshman congressmembers have sent to President Biden in his first week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

MARRIAGE SELF-SOLEMNIZATION from 2021-01-24T00:05:38

State Representative Jennifer Dailey-Provost joins Lee to discuss her bill that would allow a couple to solemnize their own wedding.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Impeachment trial from 2021-01-24T00:03:29

Majority Leader Chuck Schumer spoke on the Senate Floor this morning on what's next for the impeachment of Donald Trump in the Senate.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exec. Order: Review Bears Ears&Grand Staircase from 2021-01-24T00:00:53

Former Congressman Rob Bishop was involved in the work to downsize the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments under Donald Trump. Now with those boundaries under review with an...

Executive Orders from 2021-01-23T23:58:05

President Biden is racking up a large stage of Executive Orders in the first few days of his Presidency. Lee will review their importance and what they mean for Utah.  See omnystudio.com/listener ...

Amanda Gorman from 2021-01-23T23:55

Lee will tell the story of the young poet who's captured attention after her "the Hill We Climb" poem performed at the inauguration.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do Utahns feel about Biden? from 2021-01-21T23:34:14

Lee breaks down Utahns reaction to the new Biden Administration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should Trump be pardoned? from 2021-01-21T23:33:31

Lee will break down the argument to have President Biden pardon former President Donald Trump. Listeners call in with their reaction to the idea as well.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

The bibles from 2021-01-21T23:07:59

Lee will tell the story of the swearing in and discuss the importance of the Biden family bible in today's swearing-in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Moore reacts to the inauguration from 2021-01-21T23:07:17

Congressman Blake Moore joins Lee to give his reaction to his first inauguration.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Readying the White House from 2021-01-21T23:06:20

Mark Remillard, an ABC News Correspondent in Washington, joins Lee to break down the next steps for the White House. The White House is always deep cleaned before a new Administration takes over, b...

The future of UDOH from 2021-01-21T23:05

In an email to staff, the director of the Utah Department of Health announced a possible realignment of the department. The communications director for UDOH, Tom Hudachko, joins Lee to talk about t...

What's ahead for Pres. Biden? from 2021-01-21T23:03:20

Jeff Merchant, Utah Democratic Party Chair, joins Lee to look ahead to the next four years and what's expected from President Joe Biden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Past inaugurations to present inaugurations from 2021-01-21T23:03

Ron Fox, a Utahn whose has staffed four presidential inaugurations, joins Lee to discuss today's importance in history and how it compares to past presidential inaugurations. See omnystudio.com/li...

Three takeaways from Pres. Biden's inauguration from 2021-01-21T23:01:54

President Joe Biden addressed the nation for the first time as President this morning. Lee will walk through his 3 takeaways from his remarks. Listeners share their reactions with Lee as well.  Se...

Sen. Mike Lee on a review of two national monuments from 2021-01-21T20:44:17

Sen Mike Lee joins Lee to discuss his reaction to a review of two national monuments in Utah announced by President Biden yesterday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starbucks to the rescue from 2021-01-20T01:32

What does Starbucks have to do with the vaccine distribution? Lee will break down the plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pres. Trump's farewell address from 2021-01-20T01:30:37

Pres. Trump provided a near 20-minute farewell video today, on the day before the inauguration of Joe Biden. He spoke of his Administration's goals and accomplishments. In this segment Lee provides...

Leavitt: get the vaccine in arms! from 2021-01-20T01:22:22

Governor Mike Leavitt, Former HHS Secretary and Gov. of Utah, joins Lee to discuss his thoughts on the vaccine distribution roll-out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top 2 @ 2 from 2021-01-20T01:21

Lee discusses Day 1 at the Utah Legislative General Session and vaccine help from the private sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nuclear football and other handoffs from 2021-01-20T01:20

What happens when the powers to launch nuclear weapons is passed from one presidential administration to another? Lee will break it down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol Security from 2021-01-20T01:19:15

U.S. Attorney for Utah, John Huber, joins Lee to discuss the latest on the U.S. Capitol security and what extremism means when it comes to prosecution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

How to follow along? from 2021-01-20T01:14:09

The Utah legislative session will be partly virtual (for the first time for a full session) this year. What does that mean for public comments and involvement? Lee will break down everything you ne...

Legislative Sandbox from 2021-01-20T01:12:32

Speaker of the Utah House, Brad Wilson spoke this morning on the opening of the legislative session about a regulatory sandbox. Connor Boyack, President of Libertas Institute, joins Lee to discuss ...

Biden inauguration from 2021-01-20T01:10

Stephen Studdert, American political advisor, joins Lee to break down what to watch for with Joe Biden's inauguration based on his experience advising for past inaugurations.  See omnystudio.com/l...

Utah&National News from 2021-01-20T01:07

Lee will review the biggest stories we're following today including Sen. Mitch McConnell on the Senate floor today, the first day of the legislative session and the vaccine roll-out. See omnystudi...

Head of Sweet’N Low dies at 89 from 2021-01-19T14:40:59

The mastermind behind the artificial sweetener, Donald Tober, has died at the age of 89. Tober jumped from his apartment building in New York City. Lee reviews his life and the implications behind ...

January 6th vs. last summer from 2021-01-19T14:38

Lee shares his opinion about protesters storming the US Capitol on Jan. 6 and how it compares to the Black Lives Matter protests throughout the country last summer.  See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Remembering Dr. King from 2021-01-19T14:36:37

As we remember the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and his fight for civil rights, Lee tells the story of Dr. King's father, Martin Luther King Jr. Lee also highlights key parts from University of...

Davis County vaccination roll out from 2021-01-19T14:09:27

Davis County has started vaccinating its residents. KSL NewsRadio host Dave Noreiga joins Lee to break down the county's plan to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine.  See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

The weekend that wasn't and the week to come from 2021-01-19T14:08:11

The FBI warned of planned protests in all 50 states ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. KSL was at the Utah Capitol over the weekend and was prepared to report on the protests, howev...

Teaching Martin Luther King's legacy in schools from 2021-01-18T21:36:02

Every year on Jan. 18, we celebrate the legacy of the notorious civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. However, one community leader, educator and coach, Kamaal Ahmad believes more should be d...

Reconnect with a political foe from 2021-01-16T00:21:32

Yesterday Lee challenged listeners and himself to connect with someone they don't agree with and have a personal chat. He'll give an update and ask listeners how it went.See omnystudio.com/listener...

Teaching today's history from 2021-01-16T00:13:37

Elizabeth Weight, Utah State Rep. and Jr and High school teacher, joins Lee to discuss how teachers should teach students about the second impeachment of the President. Lee also reviews recommendat...

Calling out the variant and the violence from 2021-01-16T00:12:53

Lee reviews what Utah health officials said in a news conference about the state's first confirmed case of the coronavirus variant. Boyd Matheson, Opinion Editor and Host of Inside Sources, joins L...

How does someone get to this point? from 2021-01-16T00:11:13

Last week, Rep. John Curtis used the word terror to describe the protests at the Capitol. Dan Waddington, Criminal Justice Professor at UVU, has a Ph.D. in extremism and has worked in counterterror...

John Sullivan: From speed skater to FBI custody from 2021-01-16T00:10:48

Lee tells the story of John Sullivan, who is now in FBI custody after last week's protests. But, just a few years ago he was training for the Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Processing the last week from 2021-01-15T17:07:43

Lee discusses how to talk about this past week and to try or not to try. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Probing Capitol tours before the protests from 2021-01-15T17:06:41

Andy Field, ABC News Correspondent in Washington, joins Lee to discuss how Congressional Democrats have demanded an investigation into what they call "suspicious behavior and access" for some visit...

Should/can the US Senate even hold a trial? from 2021-01-15T17:06:27

What is the next step for the presidential impeachment of President Trump? Lee breaks down the arguments to move forward or not to. Listeners give their opinion as well.  See omnystudio.com/listen...

President Trump speaks against violence from 2021-01-15T17:04:24

Lee will review the biggest take-aways from the President's video message released last night calling for peace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My friend called the author of the 25th Amendment from 2021-01-14T01:00:49

Lee will break down what one of the authors of the 25th Amendment says about the Amendment as it comes into the spotlight in the House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PPP loans 2.0 in Utah from 2021-01-14T01:00:11

Applications can now begin this week for the second round of Paycheck Protection for small businesses. Lee will discuss how businesses in Utah can take advantage of the forgivable loans and how the...

A letter from the Joint Chiefs from 2021-01-14T00:58:49

The Joint Chiefs of the U.S. Armed Forces sent a letter to all members of the military about their duty to defend the Constitution. Lee will walk through the letter and its importance. See omnystu...

Another impeachment and the 25th Amendment from 2021-01-14T00:57:57

Lee breaks down the House debates on the 25th Amendment from last night and what it means as the House goes forward with the impeachment debate today.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Rep. Moore's thoughts on impeachment from 2021-01-13T22:49

Representative Blake Moore joins Lee to react to today's impeachment vote against the President in the House today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Large corporations cut off political donations from 2021-01-13T00:29:13

Dave Hansen, a former Republican Party chairman and adviser to Orrin Hatch joins Lee to discuss how much of an impact large corporation political donations actually make in Congress. See omnystudi...

FBI is on the look out from 2021-01-13T00:24:13

The FBI and DOJ held a news conference today asking for the publics' help in identifying individuals who participated in the violent siege of the US Capitol. Lee gives an overview of what was said,...

Another option: Censure from 2021-01-13T00:21:15

Can Republicans get behind a move in Congress to Censure the President rather than Impeach? Lee will break down the reaction. Listeners also call in with their thoughts on Censure.  See omnystudio...

President Trump in Texas from 2021-01-12T22:58

Lee walks through the remarks made by the president in Texas today. President Trump spoke about the Capitol violence and the 25th Amendment.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media action against President Trump from 2021-01-12T00:27:20

Trump has been banned from Twitter indefinitely and other platforms are blocking the President for the next few weeks before the inauguration. Lee will walk through those decisions. And Lee speaks ...

Heroes from Wednesday from 2021-01-12T00:25:42

Lee will tell three separate stories from Wednesday of members of Congress and the Capitol police, showing bravery, and leadership to keep people safe and to simply clean up the mess left by others...

Eye on the Hill 2021: Utah legislative preview from 2021-01-12T00:23:22

Ret. Maj. Gen. Jefferson Burton, State Representative, joins Lee to look forward to the upcoming Utah Legislative session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol violence and security from 2021-01-12T00:22:58

Former Congressman Rob Bishop joins to discuss how the Capitol has always been a magnet for violence. And Lee will walk through the new security measures for members of the House at the airport. Ad...

Will President Trump be impeached again? from 2021-01-12T00:21:41

Lee discusses the draft for impeachment charges against the President and a 25th Amendment resolution in the U.S. House. What does it mean for the next week and a half for the Trump administration?...

Future value from 2021-01-09T00:26:35

With one presidential administration on the way out, what will the future look like for those who've worked in the Trump White House with so many cabinet member resigning? Lee will discuss his expe...

National Security from 2021-01-09T00:24:21

Ryan Vogel Director of the Center for National Security Studies at UVU, joins Lee to break down how the Biden administration will move forward with national security following Wednesday's protests....

Trump's latest from 2021-01-09T00:22:14

Lee breaks down the lastest from the President including Trump not attending the Inauguration and the video of Trump conceding from last night. He'll also take live calls from listeners to hear wha...

Overshadowed - The Dems success from 2021-01-09T00:20:59

While the protests in DC have taken up much of the news this week, the democrats made huge gains in the Senate. Scott Howell joins Lee to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Electronic Security Compromises from 2021-01-09T00:15:41

What will it take to secure the digital security and integrity of congress after protestors broke into offices on Wednesday? Jon Callas Dir. of Technology Projects at Electronic Frontier Foundation...

Clean up/catch up on Washington from 2021-01-09T00:13:27

A lot of news coming out of the nation's Capital in the last 24 hours. Lee will discuss the stories he's following and why the latest from the President is so important. See omnystudio.com/listene...

How did the Capitol siege happen and what does the future hold? from 2021-01-07T23:18:52

The violent mob that broke into the Capitol building in a failed attempt to halt the congressional approval of electoral votes in favor of Biden has left Americans with a plethora of questions. Lee...

Congress approves the electoral votes from 2021-01-07T23:15:48

Lee will break down highlights from Senate speeches last night during the debate on the Electoral College certification.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unfolding the chaos at the Capitol from 2021-01-07T23:14

The siege on the US Capitol building will forever leave a mark on the American people. Lee spoke with current and former members of Utah congresstional about their reaction to the events that unfol...

What's next for the nation? from 2021-01-07T21:33

Lee adds his thoughts on where we go from here as a nation and what role will the 25th Amendment play after yesterday's siege of the US Capitol  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The future of former Governor Gary Herbert from 2021-01-05T23:14:23

After serving for 11 1/2 years, he is passing the baton. Lee will speak with former Governor Gary Herbert about his first day out of the job. They'll talk about what his plans are for the future an...

Petition to certify the election from 2021-01-05T23:11

Sen. Lee is circulating a petition to certify the 2020 election. Lee will break down the highlights from the petition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. John Curtis on the vote certification from 2021-01-05T23:10:34

Rep. Curtis will vote to certify the 2020 presidential election results. He'll join Lee to discuss his reasoning behind the vote.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deidre Henderson's first day as Lt. Governor from 2021-01-05T23:07:03

Deidre Henderson, Utah's new Lt. Governor, joins Lee to discuss her hopes for the future in her new role. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York City Governor Cuomo cutting in line? from 2021-01-05T23:06:08

KSL NewsRadio Host Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee in discussing how the COVID-19 vaccine is being distributed around the world and why New York's Governor is so worried about line cutting. See omnystu...

What's happening with crime in Salt Lake City? from 2021-01-05T23:04:33

John Wojick, KSL Newsradio Reporter, joins Lee to discuss plans to address Salt Lake City's rising crime rates.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Constitutional conceal carrying from 2021-01-05T01:18:24

State Representative Walt Brooks joins Lee to discuss his upcoming bill to change the permit requirement for concealed carry in Utah. Lee also discusses Rep. Lauren Boebert carrying a gun in Congre...

Governor Cox's Inauguration from 2021-01-05T01:17:09

KSL NewsRadio Reporter Paul Nelson joins Lee from Fillmore ahead of Governor Cox's first address as Governor to the state. Additionally, Lee breaks down comments from Cox and Lt. Governor Henderson...

Congressman Moore's first day on the Hill from 2021-01-05T01:14

Newly elected and sworn-in Rep. Blake Moore joins Lee to talk about his first day in Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Support for Electoral certification objections are growing from 2021-01-05T01:13:56

Lee will discuss the growing support for Electoral College vote certifications objections in the House. And we also hear from listeners on the subject.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Advice for the new Governor of Utah from 2021-01-05T01:12:21

Chris Peterson challenged newly inaugurated Governor Cox in the race for Governor. He'll join Lee to discuss what advice he'd give the new Governor as he starts out day one. See omnystudio.com/lis...

Two political photos from 2021-01-05T01:11:31

Today is Lt. Governor Spencer Cox's inauguration. And we also learned about the president's phone call with Georgia's Secretary of State. Lee will break down his reaction to both stories today. Se...

Rep. Chris Stewart to vote against certifying the 2020 presidential election from 2021-01-04T22:26

Congressman Chris Stewart said he isn't planning on voting to certify the 2020 presidential election results. Stewart joins Lee to explain the reasoning behind his decision.  See omnystudio.com/li...

New Years from 2021-01-01T00:31

Lee will break down how New Years Eve will look different around the world this year.  First, he'll talk to Carole Mikita, KSL-TV Senior Religion and Arts Reporter, to discuss Ballet West's specia...

2020 Crazy running year... and other positives from 2021-01-01T00:21:05

Lee will discuss how 2020 was a unique year for running... and how there are many things we can look back on fondly from the last year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gyms in 2021 from 2021-01-01T00:18:34

How will locally owned gyms approach 2021 after 2020 was so hard on their industry? Nate Yeaman, owner of Prolific Fitness in Clearfield, joins Lee to discuss how his gym is looking forward to the ...

Pelosi Appoints 1st Female House Chaplain from 2021-01-01T00:13:30

Lee discusses the newest appointment of the U.S. House Chaplain and break down her background.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Object to Electoral College results from 2021-01-01T00:10:52

Rep.-Elect Burgess Owens will join Lee to discuss his backing of an effort to object to the certification of the presidential election. Then Lee will discuss how others in congress are reacting to ...

COVID-19 vaccine distribution update from 2020-12-31T00:46:07

Lee will break down what we learned today from Rich Lakin, UDOH Immunization Program Manager, in an update to the state's distribution plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coronavirus variant detected in Colorado and the UK from 2020-12-31T00:45:17

Alex Stone, ABC News Correspondent Los Angeles, discusses with Lee the latest out of Colorado where the first US confirmed case of a variant form of the coronavirus was disgnosed.  See omnystudio....

The lowest US population growth in at least 120 years from 2020-12-31T00:43:46

With the US experiencing the smallest growth rate in over a hundred years, Lee discusses what the latest trend could mean for the future after 2020. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

What 2020 has taught me from 2020-12-31T00:42:09

Lee discusses the lessons he's learned this year and what he'll do with those lessons in 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A year in review: Utah's windstorm and earthquake from 2020-12-31T00:41:51

As if the pandemic wasn’t enough, Utahns endured an earthquake and a historic windstorm this year. Lee remembers it all with some who experienced it. Part I: John Wojick, KSL Newsradio Reporter, ...

Sen. Josh Hawley to reject Electoral College vote from 2020-12-31T00:38:32

Lee will break down the plans of Sen. Hawley to object during Congress's counting of the Electoral College vote on Jan. 6. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A $2,000 update from 2020-12-31T00:37:56

Lee will discuss the latest from Congress on the COVID-19 relief package and what could happen with $2,000 checks out to Americans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A flashback of 2020 from 2020-12-30T01:11:05

What a wild year it has been! Lee takes us back through the most memorable moments of 2020... as if there wasn't enough. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new medical school is coming to Utah from 2020-12-30T01:10:14

The U of U Medical School better watch out--a new school is coming to town. Dr. John Dougherty, Founding Dean&Chief Academic Officer of Noorda-COM, joins Lee to talk about a new medical school comi...

Who do you admire? from 2020-12-30T01:08:48

The tale of two presidencies. Donald Trump and Michelle Obama were the most admired people in 2020, according to a Gallup poll. Lee breaks down the results and asks listeners who their most admired...

No-kill animal shelters in Utah from 2020-12-30T01:06

Utah is one step closer to becoming a no-kill animal shelter state. Temma Martin with the Best Friends Animal Society joins Lee to talk about Utah possibly becoming the second state in the nation t...

Phil Lymam speaks on being pardoned from 2020-12-30T01:04:49

Utahn Phil Lymam received a pardon from President Trump for an ATV ride on protected land. Lymam himself joins Lee to talk about the pardon and what it means to him.  See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Will Congress override Pres. Trump's veto? from 2020-12-30T01:02:31

It's a first for President Trump. The Senate may override the president's veto of the National Defense Authorization Act, which the House already has. Reps. Curtis, Stewart,& McAdams voted to overr...

No Senate vote on $2k stimulus checks from 2020-12-30T01:00:01

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell blocked the vote for increasing eligible Americans' stimulus checks to $2,000, which passed the House the day prior. Lee breaks down the blocked vote and what...

From JV to SCOTUS from 2020-12-29T00:45:14

Can students be disciplined for what they share on social media? That's a conversation the US Supreme Court is hearing. Lee breaks down the current lawsuit and listeners share their opinion on the ...

My Christmas report from 2020-12-29T00:43:05

Lee shares how he spent his holiday weekend. He also asks listeners how they spent their's, and how it changed due to the pandemic.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How effective is the COVID-19 vaccine? from 2020-12-29T00:41:14

The two different COVID-19 vaccines authorized by the FDA still leave lingering questions, such as how effective is it? Lee breaks down the effectiveness of the vaccine.  See omnystudio.com/listen...

Utah COVID-19 data post-holidays from 2020-12-29T00:39:55

COVID-19 numbers in Utah have been slowly declining for a couple of weeks now. However, health care officials are preparing for a spike in cases and hospital stays due to the holidays. Lee covers w...

Joe Biden plans to use the Defense Production Act from 2020-12-29T00:36:29

President-elect Joe Biden is planning to use the Defense Production Act to quicken COVID-19 vaccine distribution around the US. Lee breaks down the law and what it could mean for the future of Amer...

Giving away your $600 from 2020-12-29T00:34:29

If you didn't absolutely need your $600 stimulus check, would you consider giving it away to someone who does? KSL NewsRadio's Debbie Dunjanovic joins Lee to talk about giving away or putting away ...

Pres. Trump signed COVID-19 relief from 2020-12-29T00:31

At the last minute, the president signed an annual spending bill, including additional COVID-19 relief and $600 checks to eligible Americans. Lee discusses the new bill and takes calls from listene...

Suicide prevention and mental health resources from 2020-12-28T00:16:10

Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinkley Institute guest host. Steve Eliason, State Representative, District 45, joins to program to discuss suicide prevention around the holidays. See o...

Governor Cox's administration transition from 2020-12-28T00:15:21

Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinkley Institute guest host. Lynne Ward Co-chair for Project Gateway, the Cox /Henderson Transition, explains what will change with Governor-Elect Cox ta...

New Smithsonian Museums from 2020-12-28T00:13

Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinkley Institute guest host. Representative Rebecca Chavez Houck, Former State Representative, joins the program to discuss the significance of two new m...

Year of the women from 2020-12-28T00:12:49

Michelle Quist a Political Commentator, joins guest hosts Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinkley Institute on the importance of 150 years of Utah women voting. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Utah's vaccine rollout plan from 2020-12-28T00:11:41

Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinkley Institute guest host. Dr. Kavish Choudhary, Senior Director, inpatient and infusion pharmacy services University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics, in...

The U's Spring athletic plan from 2020-12-28T00:10:41

Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinkley Institute guest host. Mark Harlan, Athletics Director, University of Utah, joins the program to discuss what the spring sports season will look li...

Stimulus relief drama from 2020-12-28T00:09:20

Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinkley Institute guest host. Spencer Stokes, Lobbyist and President of Stokes Strategies, joins Jason Perry to discuss the latest on the Covid-19 relief ...

Utah legislative preview from 2020-12-28T00:07:40

Jason Perry and Morgan Lyon Cotti from the Hinkley Institute guest host. Abby Osborne, Chief of Staff to Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives, joins the program to discuss the big issues Ut...

Why not make it Christmas of reading? from 2020-12-23T04:10:23

Lee has a love of reading. He'll issue a challenge to listeners to make this year a special Christmas, by making it a Christmas of reading.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vaccines: Hope on the Horizon from 2020-12-23T04:06:19

Dr. Marion Bishop, an ER Doctor in Cache Valley, joins Lee to break down how the vaccine is being distributed in her hospital, which was not one of the first five in the state.  See omnystudio.com...

How the UT delegation voted from 2020-12-23T04:04

Lee will break down votes and statements from Utah's congressional members in DC on the latest Covid-19 relief package.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Return to the classroom, bonuses and vaccines from 2020-12-23T04:01:25

Larry Madden, Salt Lake City School District Interim Superintendent joins Lee to discuss his plan to return students to the classroom.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biden to speak from Delaware from 2020-12-23T04:00

Expecting a statement from President Elect Joe Biden ahead of Christmas and a day after Congress reached a deal on Covid-19 relief.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cox on the teacher bonuses and SLCSD' from 2020-12-22T04:13:13

What does Utah's next governor think of bonus checks for Utah's teachers, especially those in the Salt Lake School District? Lee will break down comments made by Governor Elect Spencer Cox. See om...

Running Salt Lake City Streets - Every one of them. from 2020-12-22T04:10:20

Bryant Heath joins Lee to break down how he spent 2020...running on each street in Salt Lake City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gaining weight in the pandemic from 2020-12-22T04:07:42

How has the pandemic impacted your physical health and weight? Lee will discuss one survey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News from UK spooks Market from 2020-12-22T04:05:51

Caleb Silver, Editor In Chief, Investopedia, New York, joins Lee to explain the market today as news breaks from the UK on a possible new strain of the coronavirus. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Doctors leaving during pandemic from 2020-12-22T04:03:03

A few weeks ago Lee discussed "the Fauci Effect" of students applying more to med school during the pandemic, but what about higher rates of burnout among doctors and nurses? Lee will discuss what ...

Sleep apnea and the pandemic? from 2020-12-22T04:00:59

How has sleep been interrupted during the pandemic? Jamison Spencer joins Lee to explain what he's seen working with people who struggle with sleep apnea? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

The Vaccines: Hope on the Horizon What’s next for the vaccine distribution plan? from 2020-12-22T03:58:40

Tom Hudachko, Director of Communications Utah Department of Health, joins Lee to break down how many vaccines the state has distrubted and how many more are on the way. See omnystudio.com/listener...

1918 holiday gathering warnings from 2020-12-22T03:54:03

How will Utahns approach gathering for the holidays during the pandemic? Lee will discuss the lessons learned from the 1918 pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’ll be darned. They struck a deal from 2020-12-22T03:51:11

Lee will react to the news of a deal struck in congress for covid-19 relief and discuss that $600 check that could come into your bank account soon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Pioneer Park street camping from 2020-12-21T19:54:34

After a homeless camp cleanup by the Utah Department of Health last week, the Pioneer Park Coalition is saying cleaning up homeless camps is the compassionate thing to do. Dave Kelly, chair of the ...

COVID positive minks in Utah? from 2020-12-21T19:52:53

A wild mink in Utah was the first in the country to test positive for COVID-19. Lee will discuss what the USDA is doing testing wild animals for the virus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Operation Warp Speed from 2020-12-21T19:51:56

Congressman John Curtis is advocating for the public to trust the COVID-19 vaccine. He'll join Lee to discuss his thoughts on the newly developed and administered vaccine.  See omnystudio.com/list...

VP Mike Pence receives the COVID-19 vaccine. What about Congress? from 2020-12-21T19:51:20

Vice President Mike, Second Lady Karen Pence and Surgeon General Jerome Adams received the COVID-19 vaccine on live TV. Lee will break down the Vice President's comments after getting the vaccine. ...

An update on a COVID-19 stimulus package from 2020-12-21T19:50:07

Will Congress reach a deal this weekend on Covid-19 relief? Lee will discuss the latest and the possibilities if things DON'T work out by the deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Trump vs. Biden: Space Round from 2020-12-16T22:38

With a new Space Force and manned launches by private companies, the Trump Administration has prioritized space. How will that continue with the next administration?  See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Guns and the Capitol from 2020-12-16T22:37

Open carry is allowed at the U.S. Capitol... but does that mean you SHOULD open carry? Lee gets into it all here.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Francisco school may drop Lincoln name from 2020-12-16T22:36

A school board in San Francisco is looking at changing the name of one school named after former president Abe Lincoln after the renaming committee said President Lincoln "did not show through poli...

The vaccine and minorities in Utah from 2020-12-16T22:35:57

KSL Newsradio reporter Paul Nelson has been speaking to state leaders and members of Utah's minority groups about the plans to get them accurate information and convince them the vaccine is safe wh...

COVID-19, skiing, and loud talkers from 2020-12-16T22:33

One Utah ski town is looking at how Covid-19 could spread during the ski season. One aspect we may not have considered... loud talkers as super spreaders. Lee will break down how talking loudly spr...

How has the pandemic affected the fight against child trafficking? from 2020-12-16T10:35

US Attorney for Utah John Huber joins Lee to discuss the work that his team is doing to protect children in the state from abuse and child trafficking and how the pandemic has affected that work.  ...

Rising crime in SLC from 2020-12-16T00:08:31

Crime rates are rising in the state's capital. Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall joins Lee to discuss what is being done to switch directions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Switching political parties from 2020-12-16T00:07:12

Congressman Paul Mitchel from Michigan is switching political parties. Lee will break down his statement and what it could mean for the future of politics in congress. See omnystudio.com/listener ...

Dr. Jill Biden? from 2020-12-16T00:06:45

Should Jill Biden be referred to as Dr. Biden in the White House? One Wall Street Journal writer argues against it. Susan Madsen, Director of Utah Women and Leadership Project, joins Lee about the ...

Biden addresses the nation from 2020-12-16T00:04:10

How did Biden do in addressing the nation last night after the Electoral College vote? Lee breaks down the remarks with Boyd Matheson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dixie State is dropping the 'Dixie' from 2020-12-16T00:03:43

Lee will break down the latest on the name change for Dixie State University after the Board of Trustees voted to drop 'Dixie' from the school yesterday. LIsteners also weigh in on the name change....

Zhang Yongzhen from 2020-12-15T01:49:35

One Chinese doctor had a significant impact on the development of a vaccine for COVID-19? Lee will tell the story of Zhang Yongzhen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utahn picked as one of Time Magazine's Guardians of the Year from 2020-12-15T01:44:45

Pete Sands, a Utahn was listed as one of Time's Guardians of the Year. He'll join Lee to discuss why and what it means to him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COVID-19 Relief Plan Presser from 2020-12-15T01:42

Senator Mitt Romney and other members of Congress are expected to discuss a new relief plan. We'll play a part of the press conference from DC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to set up a Congressional office? from 2020-12-15T01:40

Blake Moore, Congressman-elect in Utah's 1st District, joins Lee to discuss how he's setting up his team in Washington D.C.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Biden from 2020-12-15T01:38

How should Jill Biden be addressed in her role at the White House as First Lady? Lee will break down the arguments made in one Wall Street Journal article and the response. See omnystudio.com/list...

The Electoral College from 2020-12-15T01:37

Today is the day the Electoral College electors are actually casting their votes. Lee will break down what comes next and how the process works. And one of Utah's electors, Greg Hughes, will join u...

The Vaccines: Hope On the Horizon_Vaccine approved from 2020-12-15T01:33:09

Lee will review the latest on the Covid-19 vaccine approval and how the vaccine will be distributed here in Utah. He'll also discuss whether the vaccine distribution will work on an honor system, a...

Google year review from 2020-12-14T22:17:49

What was the most searched for term for the year? The results may surprise you. Lee will walk through what we searched for in an unprecedented year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Time's person of the year from 2020-12-14T22:17:41

Time chose Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as their "2020 Person of the Year." Lee will respond to that decision and walk through the history of the Person of the Year for the magazine. See omnystudio...

Guns and Biden from 2020-12-14T22:15:03

How will gun rights change with the incoming President? Lee will review how President-elect Joe Biden may approach the 2nd amendment as President. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manure into electricity from 2020-12-14T22:14:10

Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News reporter, joins Lee to break down her latest story on turning manure into electricity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An update on Congressman Rob Bishop from 2020-12-14T22:12:27

Lee gives an update on Congressman Rob Bishop's condition after he suffered a stroke earlier this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What about inmates and the COVID-19 vaccines? from 2020-12-14T22:11:45

Should prison inmates be given the vaccine along with healthcare workers? Lee will discuss the argument. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First in line for a COVID-19 vaccine: educators from 2020-12-14T22:11:04

With teachers moving up to get the vaccine earlier, how will that impact Utah's schools? Heidi Mathews, Utah Education Association President and Melissa Ford, President of the Salt Lake School Boar...

A 2nd Amicus Brief from 2020-12-14T22:09:06

Lee reviews how an Amicus Brief actually works and discusses another brief to the Supreme Court in support of a Texas lawsuit on the election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teachers will get vaccines first from 2020-12-11T04:15:50

Reporter Lindsay Aerts talks about the news today that teachers may be getting priority on vaccines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie preview and movies for the blind from 2020-12-11T04:15:21

Movie Show Producer Robynn Garfield comes on Live Mic to talk about all things pandemic movies and what to expect in the upcoming holiday movie season. And what accommodations are made for the visu...

Jonny Kim might go to the moon! from 2020-12-11T04:13:48

Lee talks about how 2020 might be remembered for being the Year of Space Exploration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Chanukah! from 2020-12-11T04:13:33

Rabbit Zippel joins Lee to talk about what Chanukah looks like during a pandemic year and to help break down the holiday for our listeners. Boyd also joins Lee to talk about his thoughts on Chanuka...

Quarters for Christmas from 2020-12-11T04:12:36

Luanne has been at the helm of the KSL Quarters for Christmas program for 5 years. She joins Lee to talk about the specific needs of the program this year and to share stories from recipients. And ...

AG Reyes joins Texas elections lawsuit from 2020-12-11T04:11:21

A lawsuit out of Texas looks to delay the electoral vote while voting disputes continue. Several Utah political leaders have signed an amicus brief in support of the suit. Lee also hears from liste...

Breakdancing is an Olympic sport from 2020-12-11T03:26:10

Starting in 2024, breakdancing (called breaking) will be the newest Olympic Sport. Josh Perkins, Executive Director of 1520 Arts, who teaches breaking, will join Lee to discuss the implications. An...

4 talor from 2020-12-11T03:25:05

Santa Claus is coming to Zoom! Prices for private zoom meetings with Santa Claus are much more than the free line a Macy's any other year. Lee will break down how Christmas has changed with coronav...

Taylor family mini farm from 2020-12-11T03:22:33

Jennie Taylor and Zack Stratton, CEO of Stratton&Brätt, joins Lee to discuss a plan this week to build a mini farm on land owned by Jennie Taylor--fulfilling a dream of her husband Brent Taylor. S...

A new stimulus plan from 2020-12-11T03:08

Lee reviews the latest out of Washington on the future of a stimulus bill. Now a proposal from Mitch McConnell could spell trouble for a bipartisan effort introduced last week. See omnystudio.com/...

Rep. Bishop suffers from a stroke from 2020-12-11T03:07:14

Rep. Rob Bishop speaks to Lee from George Washington Memorial Hospital after he suffered a "mild" stroke.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Selling moon rocks from 2020-12-09T01:43:24

NASA will buy moon rocks for private companies making the trip for them. Lee will break down everything you need to know about the latest update to space exploration. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

COVID-19 and obesity from 2020-12-09T01:42:40

Dr. Rod McKinlay, Associate Medical Director, bariatric surgery for Intermountain Healthcare, joins Lee to discuss why COVID-19 is such a concern for those with obesity. See omnystudio.com/listene...

Quotes for 2020 from 2020-12-09T01:41

It's been a unique year for sure, but what phrases and quotes will be most remembered from 2020? Lee will break down one guide and makes his own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What did Roald Dahl leave behind? from 2020-12-09T01:39:48

Lee breaks down what children's author Roald Dahl said on vaccines. And Roald Dahl's family is apologizing for the author's anti-Semitism 30 years after his death. Additionally,  Rabbi Avremi Zippe...

Safe Harbor deadline from 2020-12-09T01:39

Today is the "Safe Harbor" deadline for elections across the country. Lee will break down what that means and Justin Lee, Utah State elections director, joins to discuss what it could mean for Utah...

Chuck Yeager dies at 97 from 2020-12-09T01:37:30

Rep. Chris Stewart, a former USAF pilot joins Lee to discuss Yeager's service to the nation as a pilot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fauci effect from 2020-12-08T00:41:40

Medical Schools across the country are seeing an increase in applications amid the pandemic. Lee will discuss this and how it could impact the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

The UK has approved the COVID-19 vaccine from 2020-12-08T00:41:05

Mark Remillard, ABC News Correspondent, joins Lee to give the latest on the covid-19 vaccine rollout around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Electronic voting in Congress from 2020-12-08T00:40:31

Mobile internet voting for members of Congress is underway in Washington. Lee talks with Rep. Chris Stewart on how its going and what it could mean for future votes in the U.S. House See omnystudi...

The 79th anniversary of Pearl Harbor from 2020-12-08T00:40:15

Boyd Matheson joins Lee to discuss the 79th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack. And, Clark Aposhian, who's father was there, joins to explain his father's experience.  Lee also reviews how the ...

SLCSD failing grades from 2020-12-08T00:37:54

Students and parents in the Salt Lake City School District are rallying later today to return to in-person classroom learning. Dave Noriega joins Lee to discuss what he learned from the school dist...

Defund the Police vs. The Squad from 2020-12-08T00:02:36

Obama was interviewed by Peter Hamby on a Snapchat interview program called "Good Luck America." In it, he spoke in pretty pointed terms about the use of the phrase "defund the police." Lee compare...

Service animal restrictions from 2020-12-08T00:01:06

The US has tightened the definition of service animals allowed on planes. Lee breaks down what that means and why the chan0ge was made.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Polio vaccine vs. COVID-19 vaccine from 2020-12-07T23:59:54

Lee breaks down the Polio vaccination distribution timeline and compares it to the situation America is facing today with the COVID-19 vaccine plan.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Artifacts found at a UTA site from 2020-12-07T23:58:41

Crews found artifacts on a UTA construction site. Lee breaks down the history of the finds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Firearms and faith from 2020-12-07T23:57:04

Is there a connection between faith and firearms? Guest Mya Jaradat joins Lee to give their opinion, and listeners also jump in on the conversation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Supporting Utah's small businesses from 2020-12-07T23:56:04

Derek Miller, President, and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance discuss the distribution of the CARES funds to local businesses. Additionally, local business owner Maxine Turner, fo...

New coronavirus relief proposal from 2020-12-07T23:52

Sen. Mitt Romney, along with other members of the Senate GOP, are backing a new COVID-19 relief package ahead of the new year. Lee breaks down what's in the aid package and what it could mean for m...

Facebook fighting COVID-19 vaccine misinformation from 2020-12-04T19:11:20

Mark Remillard, ABC News Correspondent, New York, joins Lee to discuss the latest from Facebook as they plan on stopping any vaccine misinformation about the Covid-19 vaccine on their platform. Se...

Presidential pardons from 2020-12-04T19:09

Can he do that? Lee breaks down pre-emptive presidential pardons. What could Trump do in his last few weeks as President, and what is he likely to do? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Presidential Pendulum from 2020-12-04T19:07:44

President Trump changed Obama's Bears Ears designation, but will Biden change it again? Lee discusses the undoing of work done by past presidents with each new presidency. See omnystudio.com/liste...

National RNC run from 2020-12-04T19:06:57

Bruce Hough joins Lee to explain why he's running for co-chair of the National Republican National Committee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who will the Republicans nominate in 2024? from 2020-12-04T19:06:30

Looking forward to the next presidential election, who will Republicans put forward as their nominee? Lee will give his predictions and listeners give their takes as well.  See omnystudio.com/list...

Youngsters voting in School Board elections? from 2020-12-04T19:04:54

Dave Noriega will join Lee to discuss the plan of one high school student to have 16 year olds vote in school board elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COVID-19 vaccine roundup from 2020-12-04T19:03

Lee will review the UofU Health and Intermountain Healthcare's plan for distributing the covid-19 vaccine within their hospitals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The spirit of the Festival of Trees from 2020-12-03T00:57:04

Shona Peterson, the co-chair of the Festival of Trees Volunteer Board, joins Lee to discuss this year's virtual Festival of Trees and why her family participates in the event year after year.  See...

Monolith buzzkill from 2020-12-03T00:55:45

We now know more from the people who removed the mysterious metal monolith from the Utah desert. Lee will review their reasoning and give the latest on this crazy story. Listeners give their opinio...

The physical toll the COVID-19 era has taken from 2020-12-03T00:52:49

How has working from home impacted Americans' physical health? Lee will discuss how simply sitting at home has changed the physical health of many Americans, and Lee shares his own experiences. Se...

A demand for food from 2020-12-03T00:50

Ginette Bott, President and CEO of the Utah Food Bank, joins Lee to discuss the need for food donations during the holidays and how the pandemic has impacted how many people the food banks serves m...

CDC updates COVID-19 vaccine plan from 2020-12-03T00:49:12

Lee reviews the latest from the CDC on the COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan and who should get the shot first. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remembering federal Judge Dee Benson from 2020-12-02T00:07:10

Longtime federal Judge Dee Benson passed away at the age of 72 from brain cancer. Lee dives into the history and impact Judge Benson made while serving as a federal judge.  See omnystudio.com/list...

A push to save Utah jobs from 2020-12-02T00:03:51

Shireen Ghorbani, Salt Lake County Councilwoman, joins Lee to discuss an effort calling on Sens. Mike Lee and Mitt Romney to support a targeted economic stimulus package. See omnystudio.com/listen...

A look at Cyber Monday from 2020-12-02T00:03:01

Will this be the biggest cyber-Monday ever? Black Friday numbers may hold the clue to the impact of the virus on holiday shopping. Lee will break down why it matters. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

What the heck is a monolith? from 2020-12-02T00:02:39

The story just gets weirder and weirder. Lee breaks down the latest on the mysterious monolith in the Utah desert and takes calls for listener theories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Who should get the vaccine second? from 2020-12-02T00:01:44

Dave Noriega, the host of Dave and Dujanovic, joins Lee for a deep dive into the vaccine distribution plan, and who should get the shot after healthcare workers? Lee also looks at employee vaccinat...

Thanksgiving report from 2020-12-01T23:57

Lee gives a report on the last 10 days and discusses how #givethanks impacted him and his family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The power of positive headlines from 2020-11-26T04:52

Guest host Ethan Millard discusses zen headlines and other headlines that have caught his eye recently, not COVID related and with a positive spin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

The metal monolith from 2020-11-26T04:47:23

John Hollenhorst, KSL TV senior correspondent, joins guest host Ethan Millard to discuss that weird metal monolith found recently in the Utah desert and other weird desert stories. See omnystudio....

Gephardt: Identity thieves stealing unemployment benefits from 2020-11-26T04:46:24

KSL TV's Matt Gephardt joins guest host Ethan Millard in discussing how people can protect themselves from having unemployment benefits stolen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TSA Thanksgiving and a turkey pardon from 2020-11-26T04:45:32

Ethan Millard, a political analyst on KSL NewsRadio's The Nightside Project discusses the TSA's latest guidance on taking Thanksgiving food on the plane and walks through the history of the Preside...

The real story of Thanksgiving from 2020-11-25T00:13:32

What's the real history behind Thanksgiving? Dr. Richard Ebeling, Professor of Ethics and Free Enterprise Leadership at The Citadel, joins Connor Boyack with the Libertas Institute to discuss the s...

Protecting tech and innovation from 2020-11-25T00:12:30

Connor Boyack with the Libertas Institute speaks with Chris Koopman, Center for Growth and Opportunity, about tech and protecting innovation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deep dive in police reform from 2020-11-25T00:11:40

Guest Host Connor Boyack with the Libertas Institute speaks with Paul Nelson, KSL Newsradio reporter gives an update on the latest in Salt Lake City after a 13-year-old autistic boy was shot by pol...

A look into drug reform from 2020-11-25T00:08:45

Guest Host Connor Boyack with the Libertas Institute discusses the recent passage of marijuana bills across the country and is joined by Desiree Hennessy, Utah Patients Coalition, for an update on ...

Utah's elections and local politics from 2020-11-24T00:16

Guest Hosts Greg Skordas and Sen. Todd Weiler dive deep into the races that surprised them with the election. You'll hear from Spencer Stokes, Rep. Steve Eliason, Blake Moore, Representative-elect,...

COVID-19 and Thanksgiving this year from 2020-11-24T00:11:27

Guest hosts Greg Skordas and Sen. Todd Weiler discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our attitudes about a vaccine and shopping this Thanksgiving.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Utah's new but old public health order from 2020-11-24T00:10

Guest hosts Greg Skordas and Sen. Todd Weiler review what the Governor discussed this morning about COVID-19 restrictions ahead of the Thanksgiving Holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Candy bomber medal from 2020-11-23T23:47:33

The Presidential Medal of Freedom has been awarded to hundreds of Americans. Lee will review the history of the award and discuss attempts by some to get the award given to the candy bomber, who ju...

Isolation. REAL isolation from 2020-11-23T23:45:09

What would it be like to miss the last 9 months? Well, four people did just that on a remote island in the Pacific. Now they return home amid a pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Man charged with violating the Lacey Act from 2020-11-23T23:45

John Huber, U.S. Attorney for Utah, comes on air to discuss allegations against a man accused of violating the Endangered Species Act and Lacey Act with his taxidermy business. See omnystudio.com/...

Today’s examples of yesterday’s words from 2020-11-23T23:44:46

Over 60 years ago, the world was watching and waiting for a vaccine for polio. The similarities to today's wait for a COVID-19 vaccine are astounding. Lee will look over the similarities. See omny...

Trump and Michigan from 2020-11-23T23:43:58

ABC News Correspondent Ines De La Cuetara explains the latest with the Trump campaign in Michigan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#GiveThanks from 2020-11-23T23:43:22

Boyd Matheson, the Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, discusses recent messages from leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including from President Nelson's message of hope a...

Farmers Feeding Utah makes 5th food delivery from 2020-11-23T23:41:48

Ron Gibson, President of the Utah Farm Bureau Federation, joins Lee to discuss the latest effort to get food to families in need before the Thanksgiving Holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

NDAA Conference Committee from 2020-11-21T00:01:48

Rep. Rob Bishop joins Lee to break down the defense authorization bill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of a travel nurse from 2020-11-21T00:00:58

Lynne Gross, President of RNnetwork, joins Lee to talk about nationwide nursing trends, how COVID-19 has impacted nursing, and the current need for nurses in Utah. See omnystudio.com/listener for ...

Will Utah host the Olympics again? from 2020-11-20T23:59:25

How will the Olympics next Summer in Tokyo be different? Will they be canceled altogether? Lee will break down the latest as the International Olympic Committee works with Japanese officials. Frase...

COVID, college and dating from 2020-11-20T23:57:52

How has the pandemic changed the dating game? Lee reviews some findings by professors at Southern Utah University and talks with Debbie Dujanovic about her own experiences in recent months. Listene...

Festival of Trees from 2020-11-19T00:19:07

Anna Myers joins Lee to talk about her daughter's recovery at Primary Children's Hospital 24 years ago and why her family takes part in the Festival of Trees each year. See omnystudio.com/listener...

President Trump to pull troops from 2020-11-19T00:18:05

How are members of Utah's congressional delegation responding to the news of troop reductions in Iraq and Afghanistan? Lee will walk through the responses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

COVID-19 and traveling from 2020-11-19T00:17:50

The coronavirus has hit the travel industry hard and the recovery may last for years according to projections. Larry Gelwix, Get-away Guru and CEO of Columbus Travel in Bountiful, joins Lee to disc...

The return to school in the SLCSD from 2020-11-19T00:16:46

The Salt Lake City School District has a plan in place to return younger grades to the classroom in January. Lee will walk through the latest on this plan, and listeners share their reaction to the...

Protesting penalties proposal from 2020-11-19T00:16:05

Sim Gill, Salt Lake County District Attorney, joins Lee to talk about a bill to increase penalties against protesters who block traffic. We hear from listeners on the subject as well.  See omnystu...

Utah's vaccine distribution plan from 2020-11-19T00:14:44

Rich Lakin walked the media through the state's vaccine distribution plan earlier today. Lee will break down the biggest takeaways and look forward to the future of a readily available COVID-19 cor...

Are video games good for us now?! from 2020-11-18T18:42:37

New research out of Oxford may point to positives from playing video games. Lee will discuss the newest research. And live calls from listeners about video games during the pandemic.  See omnystud...

What is President Trump's future? from 2020-11-18T18:41:37

Will Trump buy and start his own TV network? Lee will discuss what possibilities are possible for a Trump future. Listeners share what they believe is next for the president as well.  See omnystud...

Burgess Owens wins 4CD race from 2020-11-18T18:41:10

Rep. Ben McAdams has conceded the race to Burgess Owens in the 4CD race. Lee will review the representative's comments. Former 4CD Rep. Mia Love joins Lee to discuss the history of the district, an...

Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on social media and the election from 2020-11-18T18:39:38

Senator Mike Lee had a chance to question Facebook and Twitter CEOs earlier today. Lee will review his questions and their responses to him on censorship and suppression. Listeners share their opin...

SpaceX launch from 2020-11-18T18:38:48

Four astronauts are now safely aboard the International Space station thanks to a SpaceX launch on Sunday. Lee will review the launch and what's been accomplished with this latest mission. See omn...

Justice Alto on religious protections from 2020-11-17T00:40:30

A legal debate has ensued out of the pandemic related to religious freedoms. While casinos and bars are able to remain open, religious services have not been allowed to continue in some states. Lee...

Constitutional protection to hunt and fish from 2020-11-17T00:38:35

Utahns passed Amendment E, which will give constitutional protection to hunt and fish. Utah Rep. Casey Snider joins Lee to explain the impact on the change.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Another vaccine in the works from 2020-11-17T00:36:43

The company Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine is 94% effective according to the data collected from the trial. Lee breaks down the latest update and how America has responded.  See omnystudio.com/...

Thanksgiving plans from 2020-11-17T00:34:34

Are you planning to gather for Thanksgiving this year? Healthcare professionals have been urging residents to stay home during the upcoming holiday. Lee shares his Thanksgiving plans and listeners ...

Protests on private property from 2020-11-17T00:33:17

Utahns have been protesting outside of elected leaders private residence. Protesters gathered at Gov. Herbert's private home in Orem as well as Lt. Gov. Cox's house to protest the recent mask manda...

COVID-19 and its impact on children from 2020-11-17T00:29:56

A group of physicians at Intermountain Healthcare held a news briefing outlining the negative health impacts COVID-19 has had on children, specifically the link between MIS-C and the virus. Lee bre...

Scouting in Utah from 2020-11-13T04:15:45

Neal Smalley, a Scout in Utah County, joins Lee to discuss the 137 merit badges he's earned. And Allen Endicott, Scouting Executive, Crossroads of the West Council, joins Lee to explain how scoutin...

Terrorist plea from 2020-11-13T04:11:39

John Huber, U.S. Attorney for Utah, joins Lee to discuss a man who pleaded guilty to trying to support the terrorist group ISIS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting dads in join the PTA from 2020-11-13T04:07:09

Jason Nackos, Utah PTA Male Engagement Specialist, wants more males to join the PTA in Utah. He'll join Lee to explain why and what he's doing to try and get more engagement. See omnystudio.com/li...

COVID-19 is hitting many Utah schools from 2020-11-13T04:03:37

With 20 schools going into soft closure yesterday, Lee will review the numbers and what schools are doing for quarantine. Chris Williams, Director of Communication&Operations, Davis School District...

A glimpse at COVID-19 in Utah right now from 2020-11-13T04:00:48

200 nurses travel nurses are coming to Utah to help hospitals during the state's current COVID-19 spike. Lee will break down what was said about these nurses, the state of the hospitals, and what D...

A COVID-19 vaccine power couple from 2020-11-12T22:14:17

Lee reviews the story of the founders of BioNTech, the German company working with Pfyzer on a COVID-19 vaccine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honoring Veterans Day from 2020-11-12T22:13:40

Lee reviews the history of Veterans Day in the United States and opens the phone to allow listeners to say their thank yous. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 22nd Amendment from 2020-11-12T22:13:35

Lee reviews the history of the 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and what it could mean for the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ACA before the SCOTUS from 2020-11-12T22:11:39

It's one of the first cases before new Supreme Court judge Amy Coney Barrett. Lee will review how Judge Barrett did when hearing arguments on the Affordable Care Act. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

New Podcast: Relentlessly Resilient from 2020-11-12T22:10:28

Michelle Scharf, one of the podcast hosts of Relentlessly  Resilient, joins Lee to discuss the newest KSL podcast with Jennie Taylor. You can find Relentlessly Resilient at KSLPodcasts.com or subsc...

BYU space cam from 2020-11-12T22:09:34

BYU engineers are sending a "spacecraft selfie cam" into space through a NASA partnership. Dr. David Long Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at BYU, joins Lee to explain the ...

Lily Eskelsen Garcia from 2020-11-12T22:08:43

A former Utah Teacher and President of the National Education Association could be a member of the Biden administration. Lee looks at Lily Eskelsen Garcia as the Biden transition team eyes her for ...

Bountiful and Viewmont HS move online from 2020-11-12T21:24:18

Within 2 days, 6 schools in the Davis School District have moved online due to 15+ COVID-19 cases. Chris Williams, Director of Communication&Operations, Davis School District, joins Lee to explain ...

Senator Romney: what to expect in the coming months from 2020-11-11T20:11

Senator Mitt Romney joins Lee to discuss the election and what to expect from Congress in the next few months before inauguration day.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mitt Romney on the election from 2020-11-11T00:37:01

Lindsay Aerts, KSL Newsradio elections reporter, joins Lee to break down comments from Senator Mitt Romney on the election in a media event earlier today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Return to the classroom? from 2020-11-11T00:37

Larry Madden, Interim Superintendent of the Salt Lake City School District has a plan to return students to the classroom. He'll join Lee to discuss the latest and how the plan would work. Lee also...

Testing all Utah college students from 2020-11-11T00:35:56

Robin Ebmeyer, Director of Emergency Management and Safety at Utah Valley University, joins Lee to discuss UVU's testing plan for all students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Utah National Guard and COVID-19 from 2020-11-11T00:35:42

Maj. Dan Wheatley joins Lee to discuss what the Utah National Guard is doing to aid the state in COVID-19 testing and contact tracing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remembering the beloved Alex Trebek from 2020-11-11T00:34:37

The beloved host of Jeopardy!, Alex Trebek, passed away from pancreatic cancer over the weekend at the age of 80. Jeopardy! contestant, Tim Kutz, joins Lee to share his memories of Alex Trebek.  S...

Transition of power and what's ascertainment? from 2020-11-11T00:31:44

Lee walks through the history of transitions of power in the United States and the role that the General Services Administration plays in the transition.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

What did we learn from Dr. Larkin? from 2020-11-11T00:30:28

Dr. Rich Lakin, the State's Immunizations Director, joined Dave and Dujanovic earlier this morning to discuss the timeline for vaccine distribution in Utah. Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee to break down...

Tie breaker in the Senate? from 2020-11-10T22:43

A 50-50 U.S. Senate is a possibility. Lee reviews the history of the tie-breaker in the Senate and what it could spell for the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Little election stories from 2020-11-10T22:42:33

Lee discusses some of the smaller election stories you may have missed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah now has a mask mandate from 2020-11-10T22:42:26

Lee reviews the Governor's announcement from last night on the emergency declaration. Governor-elect Spencer Cox discusses his thoughts on the mandate. Greg Bell, President and CEO of the Utah Hosp...

Wild round up from 2020-11-10T22:41

It's only been 69½ hours since we were last here chatting and so much has happened. Lee reviews weekend developments for the election, the state's fight against the coronavirus and the Pfizer vacci...

Utah's political reaction from 2020-11-10T00:46:39

Lee will break down comments from Utah's leaders on the election and the ballot counting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Election legal issues from 2020-11-10T00:46:03

As lawsuits related to ballot counting and the election stack up, Lee will discuss the actual impact these lawsuits may have when all is said and done. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

GOP women break party record from 2020-11-10T00:45:14

After the election, a record number of Republican women will hold U.S. House seats. Former Congresswoman Mia Love joins Lee to discuss the historic moment.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

4CD update and AG Sean Reyes from 2020-11-10T00:44

Lindsay Aerts, KSL Newsradio elections reporter joins Lee to discuss the latest out of the fourth congressional district. Lee also discusses Sean Reyes's announcement that he's aiding in President ...

U of U game cancelled from 2020-11-10T00:33:17

Alex Kirry joins Lee to break down the latest announcement from UofU athletics on the cancelation of tonight's game due to positive COVID-19 cases. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Utah's 4CD race update from 2020-11-06T18:55:52

Republican candidate Burgess Owens joins Lee to discuss the latest in the Fourth Congressional District race. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Amber Alert in Ogden from 2020-11-06T18:54:43

Tiffany Bingham and her sister found the 10-month-old baby who was the subject of yesterday's Amber Alert. Tiffany joins Lee to break down how it all came together to end with the baby back with he...

The future of the GOP from 2020-11-06T18:52

What's next for the GOP after the 2020 election? Former GOP policy director and presidential candidate, Evan McMullin, joins Lee to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pres. Trump's fraud claims and reactions from 2020-11-06T18:51:48

As President Trump claims victory and fraud in battleground states, several members of his own party are speaking out against him. Lee will break down the latest on GOP and reaction to the Presiden...

Update on Biden's race for president from 2020-11-06T18:50:46

Scott Howell, Surrogate for Biden Utah, joins Lee to discuss the latest from the Biden Campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New “Sputnik Moment” from 2020-11-06T18:50:01

Rick Larsen, president of the Sutherland Institute, joins Lee to discuss the importance of teaching history and civics in order to move forward and create change. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

20 minutes on the 2020 election from 2020-11-06T18:48:23

Boyd Matheson joins Lee to discuss Political courage: The missing ingredient and John “Frugal” Dugall State Auditor, on the number of votes he received this election, the highest of any elected off...

A look at the race for governor in Utah from 2020-11-06T18:40

Lt. Governor elect, Senator Deidre Henderson, joins Lee to discuss the Governor's race in Utah and her expectations going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1CD: Blake Moore wins the race from 2020-11-06T17:31:36

GOP candidate in Utah's 1st Congressional District, Blake Moore, joins Lee to discuss his victory.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah's 1CD race from 2020-11-05T04:42:35

Rep. Rob Bishop joins Lee to discuss his leaving Utah's 1st Congressional District and the challenges ahead of the newest member of Utah's congressional delegate. Winner of the race, Blake Moore, j...

State round up from 2020-11-05T04:40:50

Lee looks over the major races in Utah, including remarks from Spencer Cox. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covering the election from 2020-11-05T04:39:53

Host Doug Wright has covered dozens of election nights in his career. He'll join Lee to discuss how 2020 may have had many unique challenges, but how it was still just an election night. See omnys...

Party reactions on election night from 2020-11-05T04:36

Derek Brown, Chair of the Utah Republican Party and Scott Howell, joins Lee to break down their reaction to where things stand right now in the general election.  See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Rep. Stewart wins congressional race from 2020-11-05T04:31:50

Rep. Stewart won his race to keep his seat in Utah's 2nd Congressional District. He'll join Lee to discuss the race and what he's watching as results come in from across the country. See omnystudi...

National round up from 2020-11-05T04:29:48

Lee reviews where things stand right now in major races around the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How does the electoral college work? from 2020-11-04T00:56

If you've forgotten how the Electoral College works, Lee will break down everything you need to know. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young voters speak on the election from 2020-11-04T00:55:26

How will young voters impact this election? Krisana Finlay, Policy Director for Utah Young Republican and Angela Charles, Utah Young Democrats National Committee Representative and Chair of the Sal...

A first time voter from 2020-11-04T00:54:11

Elena Driggs Became citizen in 2018 after moving to the U.S. from Russia. This year, she votes in her first Presidential election. She'll join Lee to talk about her experience. See omnystudio.com/...

Families and the election from 2020-11-04T00:53:27

Jan and Mike Timball are on different sides of the political aisle, but for 47 years they've made it work, despite their disagreements on politics. Today they celebrate their 47th wedding anniversa...

The County Clerks counting your vote from 2020-11-04T00:50

Lee is joined by County Clerks as they describe how voting-in-person and ballot counting is going in their respective counties. Amelia Powers Gardner, Utah County Clerk/auditor, Curtis Koch, Davis ...

National look on the election from 2020-11-04T00:49:40

Lee breaks down the major races to watch today around the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hyper-local look on Election Day from 2020-11-04T00:48:08

KSL NewsRadio reporters Paul Nelson and John Wojcik join Lee to break down how in-person voting is looking and when we can expect results tonight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fauci on the future from 2020-11-03T00:00:16

Dr. Anthony Fauci has a prediction for when a vaccine will finally return life to normal. Lee will review his comments and look forward to the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

We've been in space for 20 years... from 2020-11-02T23:56:49

Patrick Wiggins, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador to Utah, joins Lee to discuss the last 20 years on the International Space Station. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political betting from 2020-11-02T23:55:50

Is it legal to bet on the outcome of the U.S. election? And could betting predictions give a better idea of the actual outcome than polls? Lee will answer all your election betting questions. See ...

3rd party candidates from 2020-11-02T23:53

In an opinion piece, Sean Spicer argues 3rd party candidates could change the election. Lee will walk through the history of third-party candidates and how they have impacted the vote in Utah. List...

A preview of the polls from 2020-11-02T23:50:39

Boyd Matheson joins Lee to discuss what to look for ahead of the election as polls tighten. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The creation of Election Day from 2020-11-02T23:49:37

Lee will review what it took to create one day for an election in the U.S. Then the POLITICKER, where anyone can join for 20 seconds to campaign for their candidate or position. See omnystudio.com...

Summit County Clerk's Office under quarantine from 2020-11-02T23:46:10

Kent Jones, Summit County Clerk, joins Lee to discuss how the Summit County Clerk's office will quarantine this week after employees tested positive for COVID-19 and how this impacts counting votes...

CDC doctors Redfield&Birx visit Utah from 2020-11-02T23:41

Dr. Tom Miller, Chief Medical Officer for Hospitals and Clinics for UofU Health, joins Lee to discuss the visit of Dr. Redfield and Dr. Birx to Utah this past weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener ...

Skinwalker Ranch from 2020-10-31T14:54:05

Andew Adams with KSL TV recently visited Skinwalker Ranch. Lee will review this creepy story ahead of Halloween. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spotting disinformation from 2020-10-31T14:53:03

How important is it to combat disinformation in an election? Lee will break it down and give tips on fighting the spread of disinformation online.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Who was George Gallup? from 2020-10-31T14:51:27

You've heard of the Gallup Poll? Well who was the original "pollster?" Lee goes into the history of the man who inspired the poll.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

POLITICKER from 2020-10-31T14:45:04

Lee is bringing back and old radio classic. You've got 20 seconds to make your pitch... on your mark... get set...go! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. Lee's changing views on Pres. Trump from 2020-10-31T14:42:13

Senator Mike Lee's opinion of President Trump has evolved over time. Lee reviews the Senator's words in 2016 and 2020.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gun purchasing and election day violence from 2020-10-31T14:39:05

Walmart changes gun displays and is fear of violence after election day overblown? Lee discusses recent changes to Walmart's gun displays across the country. Richard Davis, BYU Political Science Pr...

Zion missing hiker investigation from 2020-10-31T14:25:58

The Washington County Sheriff's Office will Investigate ?Holly Courtier, who was found in Zion National Park last week after 12 days.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look at the Senate races from 2020-10-31T14:21:52

Lee previews a few key Senate races to watch on election night.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Halloween will be different this year from 2020-10-29T22:37:09

Jay Evensen explains in his newest piece in the Deseret News that Halloween has been different in the past. Lee will review old newspapers on the holiday and ask listeners to share their plans. Se...

COVID-19 in Utah today from 2020-10-29T22:36:21

Lee walks through Dr. Mark Shah's explanation of the State's Crisis Care plan as he explained it earlier today at the Governor's COVID-19 press conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Polling place rules from 2020-10-29T22:35:21

Utah has rules in place for what you can and can't wear to vote, but how heavily is it enforced? Lee walks through the rules with KSL TV investigative reporter Matt Gephardt. See omnystudio.com/li...

The 4th Congressional District race from 2020-10-29T22:34:41

Candidate Burgess Owens and Incumbent Ben McAdams both join Lee to discuss the race for the 4th district and what they're both doing leading up to November 3. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Burgess Owens and the Deseret News ad from 2020-10-29T22:32:31

KSL NewsRadio Reporter Lindsay Aerts joins Lee to break down a dispute between candidate for Congress in Utah's 4th congressional district, Burgess Owens and the Deseret News on a campaign ad. See...

Who is Ryan Smith? from 2020-10-29T22:31:30

Lee breaks down the history of the new owner of the Utah Jazz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen Lee compares Pres. Trump to Captain Moroni from 2020-10-29T22:30:49

Utah Senator Mike Lee compared President Trump to Captain Moroni at a rally in Arizona yesterday. Lee breaks down the senator's comments and takes listener reactions as well.  See omnystudio.com/l...

Political etymology from 2020-10-28T23:56

What's a stump speech anyway? Lee breaks down all the political speech you've heard, but never knew where it came from. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We the People from 2020-10-28T23:55:31

Lee reviews what Jon Huntsman Jr. wrote in a recent op-ed in the Deseret News. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can you change your vote? from 2020-10-28T23:51

After President Trump tweeted about changing a vote, Justin Lee, Utah Director of Elections, joins Lee to break down how Utah votes are counted and to answer the question of can you change your vot...

Burgess Owens and the FEC from 2020-10-28T23:49:52

Burgess Owens, candidate for Utah's 4th congressional district, has refunded some of what's estimated to be at least $135,500 in campaign contributions. Lee speaks with former congresswoman Mia Lov...

Facebook, Google and Twitter from 2020-10-28T23:45:55

Facebook, Google and Twitter CEOs are testifying today to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Lee will walk through their testimony and what it means for bit tech's future. See...

The defining moment from 2020-10-28T23:45

Marion Bishop, ER doctor practicing in Logan and Brigham City, joins Lee to discuss how she's trying to stay positive and brave during the Covid-19 pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

The Utah Jazz and Miller family from 2020-10-28T23:43:49

After the Miller family announced a sell of majority share in the Utah Jazz, Alex Kirry, co-host of KSL’s Unrivaled, and Ben Anderson Utah Jazz Insider for KSLsports.com and host of the Jazz Notes ...

The future of the Deseret News from 2020-10-27T22:53:28

Boyd Matheson joins Lee to discuss the future of the Deseret News after it was announced the printing of the newspaper will only happen once a week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

The impact of young voters from 2020-10-27T22:51

More than five million young people (ages 18-29) have already voted early or absentee in the 2020 elections. Lee brings on one young Democrat and one young Republican in Utah to discuss how the pre...

Party conspiracy theories from 2020-10-27T22:50:24

With just one week to go until Election Day, Paul Nelson has an in-depth report on conspiracy theories. Paul joins Lee to break it all down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Loathing your loved ones politics from 2020-10-27T22:50:13

Does politics have to impact or come between your personal relationships? Maybe not. Lee reviews the story of Carville and Matalin, who both work on different political sides, but remain happily ma...

Search and rescue during COVID-19 from 2020-10-27T22:48:38

Has social distancing gone too far? Shaun Roundy, member of the Utah County Sheriff Search and Rescue, joins Lee to talk about how COVID-19 has impacted search and rescue with more people heading i...

COVID-19 and apathy from 2020-10-27T22:47:45

Why are some people so apathetic when it comes to combatting Covid-19? Lee will discuss with host of Dave and Dujanovic, Dave Noriega. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Coney Barrett confirmed to the SCOTUS from 2020-10-27T22:43:38

Lee reviews the oath of office taken by Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett yesterday as the newest member of the Court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gyms and COVID-19 from 2020-10-26T23:12

What will the future of gyms look like post-Covid? Lee will look at sales of home gym equipment to look at how the gym world will likely look in the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Borrowing during COVID-19 from 2020-10-26T23:11:01

Credit Scores are at an all-time high amid the pandemic. What does this mean for credit card companies and your ability to get credit? Shane Stewart, DMBA Certified Financial Planner, joins Lee to ...

Crisis care in Utah hospitals from 2020-10-26T23:10:27

As COVID-19 hospitalizations spike, Lee reviews the Utah's Crisis Standards of Care with quotes from Utah Hospital Association President Greg Bell and Joe Dougherty with the Division of Emergency M...

The Utah Women Mural adds 30 new faces from 2020-10-26T23:09:55

The Utah Women Mural created controversy after several prominent Utah women were left out. Now several faces will be added. Mia Love joins the program with her reaction. See omnystudio.com/listene...

COVID-19 in Iron County from 2020-10-26T23:06:34

Iron County Commissioners are pushing back on the governor's coronavirus plan. Lee reviews their objections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legislative session rapid testing from 2020-10-26T23:06:07

How will the Utah Legislature meet for their next regular session and how will rapid testing for COVID-19 help? Stuart Adams, Senate President, joins Lee to walk through the Legislature's plans. S...

Amy Coney Barrett confirmation from 2020-10-26T23:02

Lee reviews his big takeaways from comments made today by Utah Senators Mike Lee and Mitt Romney on the confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Update on Holly Coutier from 2020-10-26T19:51:08

We're still learning more about Holly Coutier's time missing in Zion National Park from her family. Lee breaks down and reacts to the latest interview from Holly's sister. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Ajayi sentencing from 2020-10-26T19:50:14

Paul Nelson, KSL NewsRadio reporter joins Lee to break down the sentencing for Ayoola Ajayi today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gun background checks in 2020 from 2020-10-26T19:48:24

Brittany Glas, KSL TV investigative reporter, joins Lee to discuss a spike in background checks so far in 2020. We also hear from a first-time gunowner.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Small women-owned businesses disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 from 2020-10-26T19:46:58

Meghan Burchard owner of Minnows joins Lee to discuss the pink collar recession and how women-owned businesses can bounce back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not a democracy from 2020-10-26T19:46:12

Senator Mike Lee joins Lee to discuss what's next for the confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court and his essay on democracy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Presidential debate reactions from 2020-10-26T19:45:41

Lee reviews the Presidential Debate from last night. We hear from Derek Brown, chair of the Utah Republican Party and Scott Howell, the chair of Utah for Biden. Listeners also give their reaction t...

AG debate recap from 2020-10-22T22:18:51

A few tense moments, but what was the big takeaway from the Attorney General Debate last night? Lee gives his take on the moments that mattered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can DNA predict success? from 2020-10-22T22:18:44

Dr. Russell T. Warne, Associate Professor of Psychology at UVU, joins Lee to discuss how DNA could be used to predict future educational success. It sounds like science fiction, but it's actually p...

COVID-19 vaccine for kids from 2020-10-22T22:18:32

The first COVID-19 vaccine trial in kids in now underway. Lee will break down why this is so important as the vaccine trials move forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BYU's new mask technology from 2020-10-22T22:18:20

BYU engineers have developed a way to turn a regular cloth mask into an N95 mask. Will Vahle, director at Nanos Foundation, joins Lee to explain how they've done it and what it could mean for the f...

The adoption of Judge Barrett's kids from 2020-10-22T22:18:18

The New York Times investigated the adoptions of Judge Amy Coney Barrett's children. Lee will discuss how this is not OK. We hear from listeners on the subject as well.  See omnystudio.com/listene...

Space Dynamics Lab aides in historic asteroid touch down from 2020-10-22T22:18:17

Alan Thurgood, Space Dynamics Lab’s Director of Civil Space, joins Lee to explain the lab's roll in the asteroid touch down earlier this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah's coronavirus news from 2020-10-22T22:16:38

After the Governor's press conference earlier today with Dr. Dunn saying she didn't know what else to do, Lee will review her comments and the state's fight against the virus. See omnystudio.com/l...

Chris Peterson's race for Utah Governor from 2020-10-22T22:16:19

Chris Peterson, Democratic candidate for Governor, joins Lee to discuss daily life during the campaign, including the viral civility video with his opponent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Should the state codify the use of police dogs? from 2020-10-22T04:12:57

Lee will review how a legislative committee reviewed the question on the use of K9 dogs by police. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biden vs Clinton in the polls from 2020-10-22T04:12:09

How is Joe Biden performing compared to Hillary Clinton 4 years ago? Not as well as some polls may have you believe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are we ready for a boring presidency? from 2020-10-22T04:11:44

Remember Jaywalking with Jay Leno? Well maybe we had things pretty good when politics wasn't at the forefront for many Americans. Lee will discuss how politics is now well followed by the public. ...

Biden team vetting Republicans from 2020-10-22T04:10:25

Joe Biden may just be considering a few Republicans you might not expect for cabinet positions should he win the presidency. Lee will look at how past presidents have reached across the aisle for s...

Unemployment looks different by age from 2020-10-22T04:09:03

The coronavirus pandemic has hit many with job losses, but has it hit some age groups more than others. Lee will break it down with Mark Knold, Chief Economist Utah Department of Workforce Services...

U.S. Attorney Appoints Elections Officer For Utah from 2020-10-22T04:08:52

Aaron Clark, Assistant United States Attorney and new elections officer for Utah, joins Lee to break down what his role will be for the election.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the point of poll watchers? from 2020-10-22T04:08:43

The rules are different from state to state, but after President Trump told people to watch the polls, Lee breaks down who the actual poll watchers are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Utah County ditches mask mandate from 2020-10-22T04:04:12

Cameron Diehl, Executive Director of the Utah League of Cities&Towns, joins Lee to discuss how the governor has worked with local government in setting restrictions due to COVID-19. See omnystudio...

SLCPD response time from 2020-10-22T04:00:20

Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee to discuss the slower response times for Salt Lake City Police officers on certain calls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah sets a record for human cause wild fires from 2020-10-21T05:56:14

It's a record you never want to see, but Utah saw a record number of human-caused wildfires this past year. Lee will discuss the numbers and how the pandemic has contributed. See omnystudio.com/li...

Flu vs. the coronavirus from 2020-10-21T05:56:11

Rich Woodruff, Regional Director of Communications American Red Cross, joins Lee to break down the differences in the flu and the coronavirus and discuss why the Red Cross is concerned about both h...

Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox's race for Utah Governor from 2020-10-21T05:54:21

Lt. Governor Spencer Cox, Republican nominee for Utah's next governor's race joins Lee to discuss how the campaign is going amid the coronavirus pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

A day in the life of a COVID-19 testing nurse from 2020-10-21T05:50

Cassie Stockwell, a nurse at Timpanogos Regional Hospital, joins Lee to discuss her life as a COVID-19 testing nurse during the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does negativity impact the vote? from 2020-10-21T05:48:46

Was the 2016 election the most negative election to date? How does 2020 election compare? Lee will break down the impacts of negativity in the current presidential elections. See omnystudio.com/l...

Gamesmanship of Trump's debate letter from 2020-10-21T05:47:27

How will Trump perform in the next presidential debate? Lee will break down the request to discuss foreign policy and the mute button. Lee also hears listener opinions on the topic.  See omnystudi...

The White House to rural Utah from 2020-10-21T05:46:06

Stan Summers, Box Elder County Commissioner, joins Lee to discuss a major announcement expected from the Trump Administration today to boost capital investment in rural Utah. See omnystudio.com/li...

The latest on Hunter Biden&Trump antitrust lawsuit from 2020-10-21T05:44:59

Lee gives an update on the Senate panel delay to subpoena Twitter and Facebook CEOs on alleged suppression or censorship. Lee also dives into the latest Hunter Biden news.   See omnystudio.com/lis...

Final debate topics from 2020-10-19T23:48:26

Lee will review the topics to look forward to in the Presidential debate coming up later this week between President Trump and former Vice President Biden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Political yard signs from 2020-10-19T23:48:08

You've seen neighbors with yard signs and you've seen political signs along the freeways, but how much of an impact on the vote do these signs actually have? Lee will break it down and discuss the ...

COVID-19 and poverty from 2020-10-19T23:46:18

COVID-19 has impacted nearly every aspect of everyday life. Lee will discuss how COVID has impacted poverty in the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaccine distributions plans from 2020-10-19T23:45:22

Utah has submitted the state's plan for vaccine distribution for the COVID-19 vaccine when it's ready. Aislynn Toleman-Hill, the Utah County Health Department spokesperson, joins Lee to explain how...

COVID-19 free counties from 2020-10-19T23:44:25

Four counties in the United States have zero COVID-19 positive cases. Lee will discuss what makes these counties different than the rest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Fauci on 60 minutes from 2020-10-19T23:43:45

Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared on 60 Minutes yesterday discussing the battle against the coronavirus. Lee will break down what he said and what it means for the national response. See omnystudio.com/l...

Missing hiker found alive from 2020-10-19T23:43:32

A missing woman was found alive after search crews worked for over a week. Debbie Dujanovic joins to discuss the latest in the search efforts. Shaun Roundy, a member of the Utah County Sheriff Sear...

The tale of two town halls from 2020-10-16T23:35:11

If you were watching one town hall last night with Joe Biden or Donald Trump, you probably missed the other one. Lee has one takeaway from each for what you missed. And did either town hall change ...

Prop 9 in Utah County from 2020-10-16T20:48:09

Should Utah County move to a Mayor-Council form of government? That's the question put to voters in the county. Lee spoke with Commissioners Bill Lee (Against) and Tanner Ainge (For) about the ques...

Dueling town halls from 2020-10-16T20:46:46

Voters will have to choose between two different town halls, one for the President and one for the former Vice President. Who will they choose to watch and what will it tell us ahead of the electio...

Rural hospitals closing from 2020-10-16T20:45:32

How will Utah's hospitals have to change their businesses because of the COVID-19 pandemic? Greg Bell, President and CEO Utah Hospital Association, joins Lee to explain what hospitals are facing an...

Firearms trafficking case from 2020-10-16T20:44:43

A Las Vegas man charged in firearms trafficking case. John Huber, U.S. Attorney for Utah, joins Lee to discuss the charging of Gregory Alan Nelson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Aaron Shamo sentenced to life from 2020-10-16T20:43:31

Lee discusses the case of Aaron Shamo after his sentencing to life in prison for raking in millions of dollars making fentanyl-laced painkillers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Reyes race for Utah Attorney General from 2020-10-15T23:40:20

Sean Reyes, Utah Attorney General, joins Lee to discuss the upcoming debate and what a typical day looks like for him as he runs for reelection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No charges against former U. officer Deras from 2020-10-15T19:56:18

DA Sim Gill joins Lee to discuss why charges won't be pursued against a former officer who showed intimate photos of Lauren McCluskey to others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah County election officials make improvements from 2020-10-14T22:59:52

Election officials in Utah County said they have made improvements to prevent issues that have plagued the county in the past. Amelia Powers Gardner, Utah County Clerk, joins to discuss the changes...

BYU study on a COVID-19 vaccine from 2020-10-14T22:58:25

Dr. Brian Poole, Associate Professor in the microbiology and molecular biology department at BYU, joins Lee to discuss confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Disney World keeping COVID-19 cases low from 2020-10-14T22:58:05

? of Americans are not celebrating holidays, Lee will discuss travel and how the holidays will be different this year with the pandemic, including how Florida has Disney World has fought the virus....

What's Mitt Romney's long game? from 2020-10-14T22:57:26

Romney is seen favorably by just 45% of Utahns. Lee will review what the Senator has said recently and a possible position for him should Joe Biden win in November. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Chuck Yeager from 2020-10-14T22:56:09

73 years ago today in 1947, Chuck Yeager broke the sound barrier for the first time. In doing this, he broke a barrier that many believed was unbreakable. Lee will discuss Yeager's pioneering spiri...

Air Force testing from 2020-10-14T22:55:22

Hill Air Force Base will start a new testing program for COVID-19. Lee will walk through how the military is dealing with the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Booker questions Judge Barrett from 2020-10-14T22:54:38

Sen. Booker questioned Judge Amy Coney Barrett yesterday during the Senate Judiciary hearing. Lee will review the questions and walk through why the questions were inappropriate. See omnystudio.co...

Utah's new COVID-19 system from 2020-10-14T22:54:04

Lee thinks Utah’s successes in battling the coronavirus is thanks to Utahns. He'll review how Utah's new system the governor announced yesterday will help slow the spread of the virus. See omnystu...

No more color coding, Utah changes COVID-19 risk assessment from 2020-10-14T01:37

Lee reviews the immediate reaction of state leaders to Gov. Herbert's announcement of a new type of COVID-19 Transmission Index, which will be a data-driven determiner for counties who need to asse...

Preview of Governor's Press Conference, and review of the CD4 debate from 2020-10-14T01:27:14

Lee previews what he knows about a press conference to be held  by Gov. Herbert, Dr. Angela Dunn and Rich Saunders will provide updates on the ongoing pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

A day in the life - Greg Skordas, Democratic candidate for Attorney General from 2020-10-14T01:16:07

Greg Skordas, Democratic Candidate for Attorney General, joins Lee to discuss what a typical day in the life looks like for him as he runs against current AG Sean Reyes. See omnystudio.com/listene...

Amy Coney Barrett Hearing - Day two of questioning from 2020-10-14T01:12

The confirmation hearing for Judge Amy Coney Barrett continues today with the Senate Judiciary Committee. Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Mike Lee took advantage of his time to qu...

Flu shot from 2020-10-13T02:42:48

It's flu season and Lee's been looking forward to getting his flu shot. Nicholas Rupp, Salt Lake County Health Department spokesperson, joins Lee to discuss the importance of the vaccine, especiall...

WHO changes course on lockdowns from 2020-10-13T02:41:32

The World Health Organization is now saying lockdowns are not the right course in dealing with the coronavirus. Lee will break down the new messaging. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Lee's new hobby from 2020-10-13T02:39:28

The coronavirus pandemic has changed normal life and Lee has picked up a new hobby. He'll discuss how he's trying to find some join in the midst of the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

COVID-19 contact tracing from 2020-10-13T02:35:20

If you've got COVID-19, you'll be getting a call from a contact tracer, and so will those you've been in contact with. But some people are nervous to interact with public health workers. Should you...

Amy Coney Barrett hearings from 2020-10-13T02:33:15

Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett will be put to the test this week by the Senate Judiciary Committee. Lee will discuss what to expect in the hearing and what Judge Barrett focused on earlier...

Cougar chase from 2020-10-13T02:32:05

A Utah man was followed by a cougar in Slate Canyon in Provo. His video of the interaction has gone viral and raised questions on what to do if you do see a cougar in the wild. Lee gives his reacti...

Suspect arrested in the killing of Sherry Black from 2020-10-13T02:31:12

Police have arrested a suspect who they believe will allow them to close a cold case Debbie Dujanovic reported on years ago. Debbie joins Lee to discuss the case and how fingerprinting played into ...

The candy bomber from 2020-10-09T23:36:49

Colonel Gail S. Halvorsen turns 100-years-old on Saturday. Lee tells the story of the Utahn who changed the world with candy during the Berlin Airlift. Gail joins Lee live to tell his story.  See ...

Debates sway 10 percent from 2020-10-09T23:30:13

How much do presidential debates actually sway voters? Lee discusses the importance of the debate as it relates to the actual number of undecided voters. Lee also takes live calls to see what liste...

Public Tax Returns...for everyone? from 2020-10-09T23:25:23

Should tax returns be public? Lee discusses with Jay Evensen, Deseret News Columnist. Lee also takes live calls to see what listeners think.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pelosi talks about the 25th and the 27th Amendment from 2020-10-09T23:21:39

?Lee breaks down what the 25th Amendment does and why Speaker Nancy Pelosi is talking about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Car Seats from 2020-10-09T23:15:56

Has there been a decline in births due to car seat laws? With the laws requiring kids sit in the seats longer into childhood, have parents put off having more kids with less room in vehicles? Lee w...

Air Quality and school absences from 2020-10-09T23:13:29

Daniel Mendoza -- professor, Department of Atmospheric Sciences, The Department of City&Metropolitan Planning and, The School of Medicine Division of Pulmonary University of Utah -- joins Lee to ex...

Rona stole my fun from 2020-10-09T01:28:38

How do you teach kids about the coronavirus pandemic without teaching them to give-in to fear? Lee will discuss new children's books on the topic and take live calls  from listeners. See omnystudi...

A day in the life: Rep. Ben McAdams from 2020-10-09T01:20:36

Rep. Ben McAdams joins Lee to discuss his campaign to keep his seat in Congress in the 4th Congressional District. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VP Debate thoughts from 2020-10-09T01:17:12

Lee breaks down his thoughts and the highlights that stood out to him from last night's debate. He's also joined by Ron Fox, Operative and advance man for US presidents spanning nearly 50 years, to...

Kidnap plot thwarted from 2020-10-09T01:10:11

Authorities in Michigan say they've disrupted multiple plots to kidnap the state's governor. Lee will break down this crazy story with what the Governor and U.S. Attorney have said this morning on ...

LIVEMICVirtualDebate from 2020-10-09T01:06:16

President Trump says he will not participate in a virtual debate next week after the commission on presidential debates announced a virtual event. Lee will break down what we've learned this mornin...

Debate Bingo from 2020-10-08T01:04:32

The University of Utah has posted a bingo game on the official VP debate website. Lee will review the words and phrases on the list.Live Mic with Lee Lonsberry airs weekdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. on...

Rep. Rob Bishop from 2020-10-08T01:02:41

Lee brings Utah Rep. Rob Bishop onto the show, to offer some background on Vice President Mike Pence who Mr. Bishop has worked with in the past. Live Mic with Lee Lonsberry airs weekdays from 12:3...

University of Utah students who'll go to the VP debate tonight from 2020-10-08T01:01

In this segment, Lee invites Henry Droll, Braeden Goff, and Supraja Ranganathan onto the show. The three are all University of Utah students who received tickets to attend the Vice Presidential Deb...

Bruce Hough, Republican National Committee from 2020-10-08T00:55

In this segment, Lee speaks with Bruce Hough, of the Republican National Committee, about his expectations for Vice President Mike Pence at the debate tonight. Live Mic with Lee Lonsberry airs wee...

Nadia Mahallati, Utah Democratic Party Vice Chair from 2020-10-08T00:54

Lee speaks with Nadia Mahallati, the Utah Democratic Party Vice Chair and a teacher at the University of Utah as well as Salt Lake Community College about her expectations for Kamala Harris at toni...

The importance of the 2020 Vice Presidential Debate from 2020-10-08T00:49

Lee invited BYU Political Science Professor and chair of the State Debate Coalition, Richard Davis, onto the show this morning to discuss the importance of this debate and how it came to Utah. Liv...

KSL Newsradio is on the ground at the VP Debate from 2020-10-08T00:47:29

KSL Newsradio reporters Mary Richard and Paul Nelson join Lee to talk about the atmosphere at the University of Utah, the site for the only vice-presidential debate in the 2020 presidential electio...

What has made past debates memorable? from 2020-10-08T00:44

In this segment, Lee reviews past vice-presidential debates to determine what, if anything has made them stand out. Live Mic with Lee Lonsberry airs weekdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m. on KSL NewsRadio ...

Food for Kids from 2020-10-07T19:05:11

Yandary Chatwin, Executive Director of Communications and Community Relations, Salt Lake City School District joins Lee to explain how the Salt Lake City School District is working to provide meals...

Burgess Owens, candidate for 4th congressional district from 2020-10-07T19:01:35

Our series, "A Day in the Life," continues. Candidate in the 4th congressional district, Republican Burgess Owens joins Lee to discuss a day in the life while campaigning during the coronavirus.  ...

Utah County contact tracers from 2020-10-07T18:58

With the spike in COVID-19 cases in Utah County, contact tracers aren't able to keep up and the responsibility is now that of the patient. But will this work? Or could it lead to an even worse coro...

RIP, Eddie Van Halen from 2020-10-07T18:55:59

Jon Smith and Sue Kelley of 103.5 the Arrow join Live Mic with Lee Lonsberry to react after learning Eddie Van Halen, the gifted guitar genius who cofounded Van Halen and served as the band's main ...

Is there a pink recession? from 2020-10-07T18:49:48

How has the Pandemic impacted women in the workforce? According to new numbers, women are leaving work while other demands like family weigh on their sholders. Lee breaks down the numbers. Live Mi...

The most important VP debate ever from 2020-10-07T18:46:13

Is the 2020 vice presidential debate in Salt Lake City going to be the most important VP debate in American history? John Hudak, Senior Fellow at Brookings Institute joins Live Mic with Lee Lonsber...

National security during the election from 2020-10-07T18:40:03

Robert O’Brien, President Trump's National Security Advisor, joins Live Mic with Lee Lonsberry to discuss the threat of the Chinese Communist Party on the world and protecting U.S. elections from i...

All the president's health updates from 2020-10-07T18:32:46

Lee Lonsberry, host of Live Mic, discusses the president's health after President Donald Trump returned to the White House from Walter Reed with the coronavirus. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Coronavirus hobbies from 2020-10-06T18:43:18

Lee has started a few new coronavirus hobbies. He'll discuss how the virus has changed daily life and listeners tell us their 'rona hobbies.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netflix's defense of Cuties from 2020-10-06T18:42:04

Sen. Mike Lee has received a response from Netflix in defense of the movie "Cuties." Lee will break down the Netflix response and review Mike Lee's concerns over the film's portrayal of girls. See...

The Secret Service role in COVID-19 from 2020-10-06T18:39:37

Dennis Crandall, who spent 30 years with the U.S. Secret Service from 1970 to 2000, joins Lee in discussing the Secret Service's role in protecting the President. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Closed schools and academic inequality from 2020-10-06T18:39:20

Jessica Guynn, a community volunteer and former family support specialist for the Salt Lake School District, joins Lee to discuss her recent op-ed in the Deseret News on educational inequality duri...

Kamala Harris SLC tour from 2020-10-06T18:37:31

Scott Howell, Former Democratic State Senator, joins Lee in discussing his time with Kamala Harris in Utah on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump's treatment from 2020-10-06T18:37:03

Lee breaks down the coverage of the President's COVID-19 diagnosis.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr and Mrs Trump from 2020-10-06T18:35:06

Debbie Dujanovic joins Lee to discuss the relationship between the President and Melania Trump while he is at Walter Reed Medical Center.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of an election: Lee talks with campaign finance expert from 2020-10-03T00:42:43

It can be costly to run for office. But why do we pour so much money into campaigns and elections? Lee talks to Damon Cann, a political science professor at Utah State University to find out more....

Lee breaks down the recent stimulus package bill from 2020-10-03T00:39:15

The House narrowly passed a bill for a new COVID-19 stimulus package, Lee breaks down what we know so far.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ongoing talks of COVID-19 relief package from 2020-10-03T00:34:55

Congress is still duking out a compromise for a new COVID-19 relief package, with the House of Representatives passing another version Thursday. Utah's Rep. Ben McAdams was one of the few Democrats...

The show must go on: Officials say VP debate is still a-go from 2020-10-03T00:04:35

Despite positive COVID cases coming from the White House, the vice presidential debate scheduled for next week in Utah is still a-go. Lee talks to Jason Perry, chairman of the Vice Presidential Deb...

Officials say the VP Debate in Utah will go on as scheduled from 2020-10-03T00:00:21

The Utah Debate Commission said Friday it's still planning to go through with the vice presidential debate next week as scheduled -- despite positive COVID tests coming from the White House.  Lee ...

Lee breaks down what we know so far about President Trump's COVID diagnosis from 2020-10-02T23:55:52

The White House hasn't released many details about President Trump's COVID-19 diagnosis. Lee breaks down what we know so far, and addresses the questions that are left remaining.  See omnystudio.c...

Jo Jorgensen: The Libertarian presidential nominee from 2020-10-02T23:51:40

After the first presidential debate Tuesday night, the campaign website for Jo Jorgensen -- the Libertarian Party nominee -- surged with activity. Jorgensen joins Lee Lonsberry on Live Mic to talk ...

The president has COVID. What happens now? from 2020-10-02T23:47:59

President Donald Trump tweeted Thursday night he tested positive for the coronavirus. What does that mean for the 2020 election -- and what would the Republican Party do if he passed away? Lee Lon...

Looking ahead to conference weekend from 2020-10-02T23:43:53

Boyd Matheson, host of KSL NewsRadio's Inside Sources, joins Lee Lonsberry to talk about his special coverage on General Conference this weekend. Matheson will dive into the Church of Jesus Christ ...