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Take 2

256 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★ - 20 ratings

2News Heidi Hatch hosts an array of special guests as they talk about the issues most important to Utahns.

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Take 2: Run for governor, cannabis banking, paying college athletes and more

October 04, 2019 19:11 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

2News Anchor Heidi Hatch facilitates a lively discussion between Utah lawmakers Jim Dabakis (D) and Greg Hughes (R) on the Take 2 podcast. The three-member panel tackles the issue of the Salt Lake City mayoral race. Is Dabakisready to back one of his former rivals? Listen in to find out and also what is speculated … Continue reading Take 2: Run for governor, cannabis banking, paying college athletes and more → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Take 2 – Impeachment inquiry, conversion therapy, voter registration and more

September 27, 2019 22:07 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

2News Anchor Heidi Hatch meets with former Utah lawmakers Jim Dabakis (D) and Greg Hughes (R) on the Take 2 podcast to discuss the recent hearing from the  Utah Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing that took public comment on rules for conversion therapy. The controversial, pseudoscientific practice of trying to change an individual’s sexual … Continue reading Take 2 – Impeachment inquiry, conversion therapy, voter registration and more → See Privacy Policy at https://a...

Take 2 - Impeachment inquiry, conversion therapy, voter registration and more

September 27, 2019 22:07 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MB

2News Anchor Heidi Hatch meets with former Utah lawmakers Jim Dabakis (D) and Greg Hughes (R) on the Take 2 podcast to discuss the recent hearing from the  Utah Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing that took public comment on rules for conversion therapy. The controversial, pseudoscientific practice of trying to change an individual's sexual orientation from homosexual or bisexual to heterosexual using psychological or spiritual interventions was a heated topic at the Thursday ...

Take 2 – Topless Utah women, cannabis grow in Corrine, ‘red flag’ gun laws & more

September 20, 2019 22:34 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

**Warning: Viewer advised that an expletive is said in this podcast and in the video.** This week, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch posed some heavy-hitting questions to former Utah lawmakers Jim Dabakis (D) and Greg Hughes (R) on the Take 2 podcast. The panel discussed the following topics: Utah Women can go topless, Climate Change in … Continue reading Take 2 – Topless Utah women, cannabis grow in Corrine, ‘red flag’ gun laws & more → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...

Take 2 - Topless Utah women, cannabis grow in Corrine, 'red flag' gun laws & more

September 20, 2019 22:34 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MB

**Warning: Viewer advised that an expletive is said in this podcast and in the video.** This week, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch posed some heavy-hitting questions to former Utah lawmakers Jim Dabakis (D) and Greg Hughes (R) on the Take 2 podcast. The panel discussed the following topics: Utah Women can go topless, Climate Change in Utah, Driver's License Division allowing law enforcement to scan your ID, John Swallow’s big payout, Cannabis in Corrine Utah, Salt Lake County Mayor heads to...

Take 2 podcast: Dabakis is back as Utah wrestles with medical marijuana

September 13, 2019 23:17 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

The Take 2 podcast welcomes back former Utah lawmaker Jim Dabakis, representing Democrats and speaking about the latest political topics with former Speaker of the House, Greg Hughes. Host Heidi Hatch takes the two through topics that include a possible special session of the Utah Legislature to tackle the unfinished system of medical marijuana. They … Continue reading Take 2 podcast: Dabakis is back as Utah wrestles with medical marijuana → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...

Take 2: Rep. Chris Stewart talks intelligence briefings, gun reform & nat’l debt

September 07, 2019 02:56 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

2News Anchor Heidi Hatch speaks with Rep. Chris Stewart (R-2nd Dist.) in this week’s Take 2 podcast. The duo discussed the congressman’s recent travels for intelligence briefings and the $54 million earmarked for Hill Air Force Base that President Trump took to allocated to the border wall. They also talked about the likelihood of gun … Continue reading Take 2: Rep. Chris Stewart talks intelligence briefings, gun reform & nat’l debt → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy ...

Take 2: Rep. Chris Stewart talks intelligence briefings, gun reform & nat'l debt

September 07, 2019 02:56 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MB

2News Anchor Heidi Hatch speaks with Rep. Chris Stewart (R-2nd Dist.) in this week's Take 2 podcast. The duo discussed the congressman's recent travels for intelligence briefings and the $54 million earmarked for Hill Air Force Base that President Trump took to allocated to the border wall. They also talked about the likelihood of gun reform when Congress is back in session on Monday.

Take 2: Sexually transmitted diseases, firearm safety and 2020 presidential race

August 30, 2019 21:54 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

2News Anchor Heidi Hatch hosted Maura Carabello, from the EXORO Group, and Greg Hughes, former Utah House Speaker for a new episode of the Take 2 podcast. The 3-member panel squabbled over issues that ranged from “The Holy War” ( Utah vs. BYU) outcome to the shrinking Democratic pool of presidential candidates. Other issues debated … Continue reading Take 2: Sexually transmitted diseases, firearm safety and 2020 presidential race → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

Take 2: Pence visit, medical cannabis dispensaries and women's equality in Utah

August 22, 2019 23:04 - 36 minutes - 16.5 MB

This week, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch hosted Maura Carabello, from the EXORO Group, and Greg Hughes, former Utah House Speaker for a new episode of the Take 2 podcast. The panel discussed the abrupt resignation of Overstock CEO Patrick M. Byrne. The head of the Utah-based company stated: I now plan on leaving things to the esteemed Department of Justice (which I have doubtless already angered enough by going public) and disappearing for some time. Additional issues that resulted in highly c...

Take 2: Pence visit, medical cannabis dispensaries and women’s equality in Utah

August 22, 2019 23:04 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

This week, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch hosted Maura Carabello, from the EXORO Group, and Greg Hughes, former Utah House Speaker for a new episode of the Take 2 podcast. The panel discussed the abrupt resignation of Overstock CEO Patrick M. Byrne. The head of the Utah-based company stated: I now plan on leaving things to … Continue reading Take 2: Pence visit, medical cannabis dispensaries and women’s equality in Utah → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...

Take 2 Podcast: Turnout and results that went against polling in SLC mayoral race

August 16, 2019 22:29 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

Heidi Hatch hosts Maura Carabello from the EXORO Group and former Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes. The trio discusses the just tallied mayor voting for Salt Lake County with results that went against polls.  Vice President Mike Pence is heading to Utah, but why is his visit a secret? And the gun debate continues after … Continue reading Take 2 Podcast: Turnout and results that went against polling in SLC mayoral race → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

Take 2 - Mass shootings, municipal elections and Huntsman resignation

August 09, 2019 22:38 - 28 minutes - 13 MB

This week on the Take 2 podcast, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch is joined by former The Exoro Group's Maura Carabello and former radio host and congressional candidate Jay McFarland. The three-member panel discussed the recent shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, which brings the total number of such incidents up to at least 17 this year.  Additional topics discussed include: MASS SHOOTINGS: What can be done? A space for hopes, prayers, regulation and change. MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS: Sal...

Take 2 – Mass shootings, municipal elections and Huntsman resignation

August 09, 2019 22:38 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

This week on the Take 2 podcast, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch is joined by former The Exoro Group’s Maura Carabello and former radio host and congressional candidate Jay McFarland. The three-member panel discussed the recent shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, which brings the total number of such incidents up to at least … Continue reading Take 2 – Mass shootings, municipal elections and Huntsman resignation → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

Take 2 – Tribute to Norma Matheson, medicaid waiver, birth control and more

August 01, 2019 23:13 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

The 25th episode of the Take 2 podcast features 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch and former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group’s Maura Carabello. The 3-member panel paid tribute to Norma Matheson, the former First Lady of Utah, who died late Sunday night. She was 89.  Norma was the wife of … Continue reading Take 2 – Tribute to Norma Matheson, medicaid waiver, birth control and more → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

Take 2 - Tribute to Norma Matheson, medicaid waiver, birth control and more

August 01, 2019 23:13 - 25 minutes - 11.5 MB

The 25th episode of the Take 2 podcast features 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch and former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group's Maura Carabello. The 3-member panel paid tribute to Norma Matheson, the former First Lady of Utah, who died late Sunday night. She was 89.  Norma was the wife of former Democratic Gov. Scott M. Matheson, and the mother of former U.S. Congressman Jim Matheson and 10th U.S. Circuit Court Judge Scott Matheson, Jr., along with former Rep. James Matheson...

Take 2: Selected pot growers, LGBTQ support and the SLC mayoral race

July 26, 2019 21:57 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

 The 24th episode of the Take 2 podcast features 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch and former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group’s Maura Carabello. Topics the panel tackled include aerial fireworks that were legalized in the Utah Legislature in 2011.  The discussion included sales doubling in the first year the aerial … Continue reading Take 2: Selected pot growers, LGBTQ support and the SLC mayoral race → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P...

Take 2 - Trump racist tweets, minimum wage hike & legalized heroin injection sites

July 19, 2019 21:57 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MB

 The 23rd episode of the Take 2 podcast features 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch and former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group's Maura Carabello. The panel tackles the latest poll on how Utahns feel about President Trump's job performance and his social media posting habits. Other topics discussed include: Racist tweets or POTUS speaking truth? Abortion Resolution: Local municipalities chiming in 9/11 bill: Sen. Mike Lee was a big part in holding it up, then pushing a muc...

Take 2 – Trump racist tweets, minimum wage hike & legalized heroin injection sites

July 19, 2019 21:57 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

 The 23rd episode of the Take 2 podcast features 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch and former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group’s Maura Carabello. The panel tackles the latest poll on how Utahns feel about President Trump’s job performance and his social media posting habits. Other topics discussed include: Racist tweets or … Continue reading Take 2 – Trump racist tweets, minimum wage hike & legalized heroin injection sites → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...

Take 2 - Driver's licenses data used by feds, inland port protest and ICE raids

July 12, 2019 22:41 - 36 minutes - 16.8 MB

This week on the Take 2 podcast, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch is joined by former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group's Maura Carabello. The trio discussed if Utah driver's license information is being used illegally by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and additional topics including: Utah Inland Port Authority protesters: Police, media and messaging. Trump announcing he will drop the census fight: Is there a reason to fight for the citizenship question? State 3...

Take 2 – Driver’s licenses data used by feds, inland port protest and ICE raids

July 12, 2019 22:41 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

This week on the Take 2 podcast, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch is joined by former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group’s Maura Carabello. The trio discussed if Utah driver’s license information is being used illegally by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and additional topics including: Utah Inland Port Authority protesters: Police, … Continue reading Take 2 – Driver’s licenses data used by feds, inland port protest and ICE raids → See Privacy Policy at https...

PODCAST: Take 2 - MacKenzie Lueck, Trump parade, border crisis, Dem debate, college debt

July 06, 2019 00:25 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MB

 This week on the Take 2 podcast, Heidi Hatch is joined by former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and Jan Seelig, Ph.D. to discuss a variety of topics and issues.  This week's topics include: Mackenzie Lueck's body is found. We talk about legal issues that hold up missing adult investigations. What’s more important- right to privacy or giving it away so we can be found faster? Trump Parade “Salute to America: Celebration.  Hit or Miss? Emergency on the border- overcrowding and unhea...

PODCAST: Take 2 – MacKenzie Lueck, Trump parade, border crisis, Dem debate, college debt

July 06, 2019 00:25 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

 This week on the Take 2 podcast, Heidi Hatch is joined by former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and Jan Seelig, Ph.D. to discuss a variety of topics and issues.  This week’s topics include: Mackenzie Lueck’s body is found. We talk about legal issues that hold up missing adult investigations. What’s more important- right … Continue reading PODCAST: Take 2 – MacKenzie Lueck, Trump parade, border crisis, Dem debate, college debt → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy ...

PODCAST: Take 2 – 20th episode with special guest talks sports, teacher salaries and more

June 21, 2019 23:16 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

 The weekly Take 2 podcast hit its 20th episode including the special on the legislature killing the massive tax overhaul bill.  The milestone podcast featured 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and guest Robert Gehrke, an award-winning columnist from The Salt Lake Tribune. Topics discussed included: A new … Continue reading PODCAST: Take 2 – 20th episode with special guest talks sports, teacher salaries and more → See Privacy Polic...

PODCAST: Take 2 - 20th episode with special guest talks sports, teacher salaries and more

June 21, 2019 23:16 - 41 minutes - 19 MB

 The weekly Take 2 podcast hit its 20th episode including the special on the legislature killing the massive tax overhaul bill.  The milestone podcast featured 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and guest Robert Gehrke, an award-winning columnist from The Salt Lake Tribune. Topics discussed included: A new pilot project set to start this fall - charging drivers of electric cars per mile. U.S. Border. Detention versus concentration camps....

PODCAST: Take 2 - SLC mayoral race, e-cigs, racial profiling, foreign intel and more

June 14, 2019 22:24 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MB

 Episode 18 of the Take 2 podcast featured 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and guest Maura Carabello of The Exoro Group. The panel dived into the Salt Lake City mayoral race and if ranked-choice voting could help in the election. Other topics discussed included: Gov. Gary R.  Herbert is in Europe this week with a delegation on a trade mission. Are these trade missions important or fun and games? Sen. Mitt Romney is pushing a ban on e-...

PODCAST: Take 2 – SLC mayoral race, e-cigs, racial profiling, foreign intel and more

June 14, 2019 22:24 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MB

 Episode 18 of the Take 2 podcast featured 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and guest Maura Carabello of The Exoro Group. The panel dived into the Salt Lake City mayoral race and if ranked-choice voting could help in the election. Other topics discussed included: Gov. Gary R.  … Continue reading PODCAST: Take 2 – SLC mayoral race, e-cigs, racial profiling, foreign intel and more → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an...

Take 2 podcast: Inland port protests, Trump’s tariffs, teacher pay, Medicaid

June 08, 2019 00:22 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

The Take 2 Podcast is officially a party of two as Democrat Jim Dabakis steps away to prepare to run for mayor of Salt Lake City. Former Speaker of the House in Utah, Republican Greg Hughes returns, still not officially running for governor of Utah. Topics ranges from protesters at a meeting to discuss the … Continue reading Take 2 podcast: Inland port protests, Trump’s tariffs, teacher pay, Medicaid → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ...

Take 2 podcast: Inland port protests, Trump's tariffs, teacher pay, Medicaid

June 08, 2019 00:22 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MB

The Take 2 Podcast is officially a party of two as Democrat Jim Dabakis steps away to prepare to run for mayor of Salt Lake City. Former Speaker of the House in Utah, Republican Greg Hughes returns, still not officially running for governor of Utah. Topics ranges from protesters at a meeting to discuss the state's planned inland port, Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox making his way across the state, speaking to communities as a leading candidate for the governor's chair when Gary Herbert steps away an...

PODCAST – Take 2: Tariff on Mexico, energy summit, body scanners and Pride Week

June 01, 2019 17:51 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

Episode 16 of the Take 2 podcast features 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch moderating debate between former Utah lawmakers, Jim Dabakis (D) and Greg Hughes (R).The two politicians did not see eye-to-eye on the following topics discussed: 5% tariff on Mexico until migrants stop crossing border. Governor’s energy summit: Is it helping the state or is … Continue reading PODCAST – Take 2: Tariff on Mexico, energy summit, body scanners and Pride Week → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...

PODCAST - Take 2: Tariff on Mexico, energy summit, body scanners and Pride Week

June 01, 2019 17:51 - 35 minutes - 16 MB

Episode 16 of the Take 2 podcast features 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch moderating debate between former Utah lawmakers, Jim Dabakis (D) and Greg Hughes (R).The two politicians did not see eye-to-eye on the following topics discussed: 5% tariff on Mexico until migrants stop crossing border. Governor’s energy summit: Is it helping the state or is it just coal smoke and mirrors? AG Reyes agrees to test body scanners that scan large groups. Is this legal and or a good idea? Great Salt Lake World...

Take 2 Podcase: President Trump's support in Utah, opposition to the federal disaster relief bill and the now 'out' county commissioner

May 24, 2019 22:17 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MB

Heidi Hatch welcomed former Utah lawmakers, Democrat Jim Dabakis and Republican Greg Hughes to tackle tough issues.  It's Memorial Day weekend and our National Parks are crowded, will promoting our State Parks help? The trio has a long discussion about President Trump, and continued support of him down the road. Sen. Mitt Romney and Sen. Mike Lee opposed the disaster relief spending bill. Why?  They also discussed the bombshell when Utah County Commissioner Ivie came out as gay and may r...

Take 2 Podcase: President Trump’s support in Utah, opposition to the federal disaster relief bill and the now ‘out’ county commissioner

May 24, 2019 22:17 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Heidi Hatch welcomed former Utah lawmakers, Democrat Jim Dabakis and Republican Greg Hughes to tackle tough issues.  It’s Memorial Day weekend and our National Parks are crowded, will promoting our State Parks help? The trio has a long discussion about President Trump, and continued support of him down the road. Sen. Mitt Romney and Sen. … Continue reading Take 2 Podcase: President Trump’s support in Utah, opposition to the federal disaster relief bill and the now ‘out’ county commis...

Take 2: Equality Act, tariffs, abortion and who's running for governor

May 17, 2019 22:10 - 35 minutes - 16.5 MB

 Episode 14 of the Take 2 podcast took on some sensitive topics with 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former state lawmakers Greg Hughes (R) and Jim Dabakis (D). The panel of three discussed Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox announcing his run for governor and who else may be tossing their hats into the Gubernatorial ring.  Hughes even admitted that on a scale from 1 to 10, he's between a 7 or 8 in filing his candidacy for the state's highest seat.   Other topics discussed included: The Chur...

Take 2: Equality Act, tariffs, abortion and who’s running for governor

May 17, 2019 22:10 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

 Episode 14 of the Take 2 podcast took on some sensitive topics with 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former state lawmakers Greg Hughes (R) and Jim Dabakis (D). The panel of three discussed Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox announcing his run for governor and who else may be tossing their hats into the Gubernatorial ring.  Hughes … Continue reading Take 2: Equality Act, tariffs, abortion and who’s running for governor → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

Take 2: 150th Golden Spike anniversary, porn, abortion, tax code and more

May 10, 2019 22:33 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

 Episode 13 of the Take 2 podcast with 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch featured a new guest, Senate Minority Whip Luz Escamilla (D).  She took on former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) on issues with Hatch moderating that included: 150th Golden Spike Anniversary: Why it matters – the work of migrants and how, even after … Continue reading Take 2: 150th Golden Spike anniversary, porn, abortion, tax code and more → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California ...

Take 2: No collusion ruling in favor of LDS Church and medical marijuana

May 03, 2019 22:31 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

 Episode 12 of the Take 2 podcast tackled some tough issues with 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. The panel of three discussed girls playing high school football and today’s resignation of two members of the Utah State Board of Education. Other topics discussed included: No collusion ruling … Continue reading Take 2: No collusion ruling in favor of LDS Church and medical marijuana → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...

Take 2: ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ ranked-choice voting and micro-housing

April 26, 2019 22:11 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

Episode 11 of the Take 2 podcast took on “Avenger: Endgame” with 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. Who’s buying adult diapers to make it through the three-hour movie? Who’s saving their money?  As the trio talks shop, they address the following topics: The GOP convention is coming … Continue reading Take 2: ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ ranked-choice voting and micro-housing → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali...

Take 2: 'Avengers: Endgame,' ranked-choice voting and micro-housing

April 26, 2019 22:11 - 32 minutes - 14.8 MB

Episode 11 of the Take 2 podcast took on "Avenger: Endgame" with 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. Who’s buying adult diapers to make it through the three-hour movie? Who’s saving their money?  As the trio talks shop, they address the following topics: The GOP convention is coming up. Are the party priorities in the right place? Ranked-choice voting. Senate Bill 54 statement. Call to repeal new hate crimes law. Activists want...

PODCAST – Take 2: China, Elizabeth Warren, Utah tourism, and Amazon robots

April 20, 2019 00:07 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

This episode of the Take 2 podcast took on some hot topics with 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. The Take 2 Podcast crew discusses the following topics: Hughes is back from a trip to China- why relations between the two countries matter to Utah. Senator Elizabeth Warren … Continue reading PODCAST – Take 2: China, Elizabeth Warren, Utah tourism, and Amazon robots → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...

PODCAST - Take 2: China, Elizabeth Warren, Utah tourism, and Amazon robots

April 20, 2019 00:07 - 26 minutes - 12 MB

This episode of the Take 2 podcast took on some hot topics with 2News Anchor/Reporter Heidi Hatch hosting former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. The Take 2 Podcast crew discusses the following topics: Hughes is back from a trip to China- why relations between the two countries matter to Utah. Senator Elizabeth Warren drops in on Utah and doesn’t even ask for cash. Utah Tourism, BLM, Wildlands, oil and who should be in charge. Amazon Comes to town with robots- are they killi...

Take 2: With Sen. Todd Weiler and former Sen. Jim Dabakis

April 13, 2019 00:36 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

Utah’s Democratic party appears to be competing with Utah’s Republicans for the party of dysfunction. Elizabeth Warren is running for President and is making a stop in Utah. Is it just an ATM drive by or does Utah finally matter? Has the #MeToo movement gone too far? Dabakis pushes for Utah teachers to strike for … Continue reading Take 2: With Sen. Todd Weiler and former Sen. Jim Dabakis → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

Take 2: Hate crimes, conversion therapy and nuclear waste

April 05, 2019 22:23 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MB

Episode 10 of Take 2 tackles Utah’s biggest political and social issues of the week.  3 months in: The surprising grades for Sen. Mitt Romney and Rep. Ben McAdams.  A big week for LGBTQ issues in Utah: Hate crimes bill Possible revival of a ban on conversion therapy Policy change from The Church of Jesus … Continue reading Take 2: Hate crimes, conversion therapy and nuclear waste → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...

Take 2: Legalized fornication, 4.0 beer, medical marijuana & more

March 28, 2019 23:46 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

 Take 2 tackles the week’s biggest political issues: Utah sinning legalized: Fornication, sodomy and adultery are now legal. Why does it matter? Greg Hughes says Utah County kept prosecutions in the category alive and well. 3.3 beer now 4.0 in grocery stores. Jim Dabakis is willing to let Utah cities decide their own alcohol content … Continue reading Take 2: Legalized fornication, 4.0 beer, medical marijuana & more → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

Take 2: Mueller report, hosting the 2020 Presidential debate and more

March 22, 2019 23:24 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

 Episode 8 of the Take 2 podcast proved to be lively with a debate between former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. 2News Heidi Hatch posed the following questions and moderated the responses that were worlds apart: The Mueller Report is at long last complete: Should it be released and was the process fair? … Continue reading Take 2: Mueller report, hosting the 2020 Presidential debate and more → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notic...

Take 2: Best & Worst of the 2019 Legislative Session

March 15, 2019 19:13 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Episode 7 of the Take 2 podcast was hosted by 2News Anchor/Reporter Brian Mullahy with former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. The panel discussed the best and the worst of the 2019 legislative session with lively debate about a tax overhaul in an upcoming special session. Additional discussion addressed: – Funding education – … Continue reading Take 2: Best & Worst of the 2019 Legislative Session → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N...

PODCAST SPECIAL - Take 2 on legislature killing massive tax overhaul bill

March 08, 2019 04:03 - 17 minutes - 32.8 MB

 Back by popular demand, the Take 2 podcast moderated by 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch gets an exclusive update from former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis on the Utah legislature killing the massive tax overhaul. The duo answers the big question about why tax policy is being addressed as a "problem" in the Beehive State.

PODCAST SPECIAL – Take 2 on legislature killing massive tax overhaul bill

March 08, 2019 04:03 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

 Back by popular demand, the Take 2 podcast moderated by 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch gets an exclusive update from former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis on the Utah legislature killing the massive tax overhaul. The duo answers the big question about why tax policy is being addressed as a “problem” in the Beehive … Continue reading PODCAST SPECIAL – Take 2 on legislature killing massive tax overhaul bill → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...

Take 2: Death of conversion therapy, 4.8% beer and tax reform bills

March 08, 2019 01:04 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

 Episode  6 of the Take 2 podcast was an emotion one with Heidi Hatch facilitating discussion about the Utah legislature with former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. When the topic of a bill that died in the legislature that would’ve banned conversion therapy for gay teens in Utah was posed, Dabakis – who … Continue reading Take 2: Death of conversion therapy, 4.8% beer and tax reform bills → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a...

Take 2: 4.8% beer, tax reform bill, charter school-lawmaker link

March 01, 2019 23:12 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

 Episode 5 of the popular Take 2 podcast included a special guest in addition to Heidi Hatch moderating a lively debate between former state lawmakers Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis. The hot topics they discussed included Hughes expressing his concerns about a Beyond the Books investigation into the connection between charter schools and lawmakers. Other … Continue reading Take 2: 4.8% beer, tax reform bill, charter school-lawmaker link → See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

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