Best Defending Utah Podcasts (2025)

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Schumer and Democrats Under Pressure Over Shutdown as Trump Warns of Steep Cuts, Mass Firings 1:02:20

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Friday, 10/3/25 TODAY'S TOPICS: Shutdown.War in the Caribbean.Hegseth.Winners and losers of the week and what to watch for this weekend.The Morning Meeting with Mark Halperin, Sean Spicer & Dan Turrentine. Every weekday morning our hosts discuss today’s political news and take live Q&A from our Zoom participants. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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10-2-25 - Mike Benson - President, WVU - How did his decision to turn down a scholarship from Utah ultimately lead him from BYU to WVU? ... 25:02

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-2-25 - Hour 3 - How would you grade out the health of this BYU football team through 4 games and 5 weeks of the season? 1:01:42

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-2-25 - Jared Bledsoe - Former BYU WR - Does Jared believe BYU has upgraded at quarterback this season compared to last year? 16:55

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-2-25 - Sean Walker - KSL.com - How concerning is BYU’s depth at running back heading into this stretch of the season? 31:16

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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Redrawing Utah: GOP Chair Rob Axson speaks on push for congressional map C 11:18

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In four days, the legislature will submit a map to the courts to be evaluated for fair redistricting for the state. There has been a lot of back and forth in the process of submitting a map, including the UT GOP now signaling that they are in favor of map "C," and asking for members of the party to comment their support for that map. Utah Democrats…

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Day Two of federal government shutdown. Pres. Trump posts he has 'unprecedented opportunity' to cut 'Democrat Agencies'. Rep. Jeffries (D-NY) says, 'Democrats are in this fight until we win this fight ... 50:00

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Day Two of the federal government shutdown and zero chance it will be settled today, with the Senate not conducting votes because of the Jewish holiday. Republicans and Democrats are again trading accusations over which party is at fault for the impasse, and debate over health care continues, including the Republican accusation that Democrats want …

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10-2-25 - Hour 2 - What do you expect from BYU’s offense in tomorrow’s matchup against West Virginia? 38:14

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-2-25 - Braiden Day - CEO Odion Menswear - What has Braiden learned about BYU after the Colorado game? 15:34

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-2-25 - Hour 1 - Has BYU upgraded, stayed the same, or downgraded at QB through four games compared to last season? 51:49

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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Inside Sources Full Show October 2nd, 2025: Utah GOP endorses one map, Democrats call hypocrisy 2:01:03

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Day 2 of the Government Shutdown UT Democratic Chair Brian King on Government Shutdown and the battle of Utah's Congressional Maps AP's review of UVU's security gaps COVID-19 shots available without a prescription in Utah Ice Castles freeze operations in Midway due to warmer temps "Behind Movie Ratings" A conference special brought to you by Andy F…

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Website banners on government sites spark concerns around the 1939 Hatch Act  10:20

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Greg sums up the discussions we have heard today from both sides of the aisle around the government shutdown and whether the messaging put on government websites pointing fingers across the aisle has the potential to be a violation of the Hatch Act.

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Maria Shilaos on Dealing with Grief 9:34

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Another enthralling special airing this weekend comes from  KSL NewsRadio's Maria Shilaos, who looks into dealing with grief. Maria joins Greg to discuss grief, the signs to recognize when you are grieving, how it affects those around you and what you can look forward to in the special. 

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"Behind Movie Ratings" A conference special brought to you by Andy Farnsworth 10:33

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The LDS General Conference is this weekend, which means KSL is bringing you thought-provoking and spiritual programming alongside Conference sessions. One of these specials is by our own KSL Movie Show host, Andy Farnsworth, about how movies find their ratings. He goes in-depth about his special and all the details that surround these ratings we sl…

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Ice Castles freeze operations in Midway due to warmer temps 11:24

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Ice Castles, a beloved winter attraction, announced that they will not make a return to Utah this year. They didn't give a specific reason for this break this season, but they are working to adapt to future weather conditions. We brought on Brian Christensen, Ice Castles Founder, onto the show to discuss how this started and go in-depth on why they…

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COVID-19 shots available without a prescription in Utah 10:54

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Utah pharmacists are now free to prescribe COVID-19 shots to customers. The new guidelines around vaccines and who they are allowed to administer them to have been up in the air until a meeting in mid-September ruled that Utah pharmacists have the authority to prescribe and administer the new variant of the COVID-19 vaccine. Lois M. Collins, a repo…

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AP's review of UVU's security gaps 9:34

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On September 10th, Political commentator Charlie Kirk was killed at Utah Valley University by a shooter on an adjacent rooftop. The Associated Press has just released an article highlighting the gaps in security that might have contributed to this crime being committed. We invited Former Unified Deputy Police Chief Chris Bertram on the show to weig…

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UT Democratic Chair Brian King on Government Shutdown and the battle of Utah's Congressional Maps 11:08

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Utah Democratic Chair Brian King joins the show to discuss the latest on the government shutdown and the UT GOP endorsing Map C out of the choices that could be submitted for the new version of Utah's Congressional Maps. Utah Democrats have accused Republicans of inserting politics into the process.

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Day 2 of the Government Shutdown 20:39

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The government shutdown has lasted for two days now, for the first time since 2018. There have been disagreements on both sides about where funding needs to be, and neither party is budging in the discussion to get a budget across the line. We had Congressman Blake Moore on the show to discuss what he is seeing on the floor and what they need to di…

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Utah GOP endorses one map, Democrats call hypocrisy 30:10

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In four days, the legislature will submit a map to the courts to be evaluated for fair redistricting for the state. There has been a lot of back and forth in the process of submitting a map, including the UT GOP now signaling that they are in favor of map "C,". Utah Democrats are accusing Republicans of inserting politics into the process. We have …

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Shutdown Showdown: Trump Prepares Budget Cuts He Says "Will Hurt Democrats"; AOC, Sanders Fire Back 1:03:40

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Thursday, 10/2/25TODAY'S TOPICS: Shutdown: the Democrats.Shutdown: the Republicans.Ukraine.Lutnick and Epstein.Democrats ’28.The Morning Meeting with Mark Halperin, Sean Spicer & Dan Turrentine. Every weekday morning our hosts discuss today’s political news and take live Q&A from our Zoom participants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…

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Sarah Hartsfield's trial begins. A mistrial in Mississippi. Plus, how to avoid spam texts and calls. 28:23

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Opening arguments in the trial of Sarah Hartsfield, the Texas woman accused of murdering her fifth husband. A mistrial in Mississippi for a man whose daughter and wife took plea deals. Updates in the cases of Donna Adelson, Nicholas Rossi, and Sean Combs. And spam texts and phone calls cost us more than one billion dollars every year — what you nee…

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450 Defending Charlie Kirk, Jimmy Kimmel & the 1st Amendment 10:45

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In the 450th episode of his podcast, Bob goes off his usual topic matter and speaks about threats to the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and why it's important for everyone to speak out to protect the right to free speech and a free press. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more …

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Inside Sources Full Show October 1st, 2025: Will the government shutdown push people away from federal jobs? 1:02:13

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Topics we will cover on this episode of Inside Sources: From Boos to Cheers: Governor Cox speaks at USU Turning Point USA event Honoring the life of late President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Russel M. Nelson America at a crossroads: Shutdowns, leadership, and America’s next chapter…

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Will the government shutdown push people away from federal jobs? 19:19

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The government shutdown is here and hundreds of thousands of federal employees face uncertainty. What does this mean for paychecks, furloughs, and essential federal workers? Greg and guest host Marua Carabello break down how we got here with The Hill's Breaking News Reporter, Ashleigh Fields and explore the impact on federal jobs and if this shutdo…

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From Boos to Cheers: Governor Cox speaks at USU Turning Point USA event 10:03

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Students and community members gathered at Utah State University for the Turning Point USA event since the murder of Charlie Kirk. As Governor Cox was introduced, boos were heard from the crowd… but by the end, the crowd was cheering for him. Greg and Maura hear comments from the event and discuss from a PR perspective, what message is Governor Cox…

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Honoring the life of late President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Russel M. Nelson 21:39

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Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints held a special broadcast...to honor the life of the late president of the church...President Russell M. Nelson. Greg and Maura speak with Sarah Weaver, Editor of the Deseret News to preview the event. Carole Mikita with KSL 5 TV joins the show to recap the tribute and share more on the life…

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America at a crossroads: Shutdowns, leadership, and America’s next chapter 10:09

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Rick Larsen, who recently announced he was stepping down as CEO of the Sutherland Institute, joins Greg and Maura for an in-depth conversation the current political climate and the ripple effects of the recent government shutdown. Where does America go from here—and what role should principled leadership play in shaping the future?…

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10-1-25 - Hour 4 - How can BYU exploit West Virginia’s depleted roster? 51:21

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-1-25 - Jason Andersen - Former BYU OL & Lehi OL Coach - Why is Devaughn Eka considered a three-down running back? 20:58

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-1-25 - Mike Asti - WV Sports Now managing editor - Is this team’s identity that they’re the most banged-up and injured squad in the B... 25:25

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-1-25 - Jay Drew - Deseret News - Why does Jay think BYU football has slightly ‘overachieved’ with its 4-0 start? 21:25

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-1-25 - Matt Brown - extrapointsmb.com - Should the government intervene in the future of college football? 16:22

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media

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10-1-25 - Hour 3 - Has BYU football upgraded at quarterback in 2025? 42:49

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Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm. Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676By Broadway Media