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348 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 135 ratingsUtah's longest-running political podcast, featuring interviews with Utah newsmakers and insights from longtime political journalist Bryan Schott. Winner of "Best Podcast" in the Top of The Rockies excellence in journalism contest in 2018 and 2019.
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A dream come true
April 14, 2020 19:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBBryan Schott and Bob Bernick discuss the latest Utah political news. Legislators will meet in their first-ever online special session later this week. They'll make changes to the budget because of the coronavirus pandemic. They also will try to find ways to get Utah's economy back on track. Republican Jon Huntsman qualified for the primary ballot through signature gathering. How will that affect the vote at the upcoming GOP state convention. GOP governor candidate Jeff Burningham has spen...
Packs of feral Mike Lee's roaming the neighborhood
April 10, 2020 21:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBBryan Schott and Bob Bernick wrap up the week's Utah political headlines. Our new poll shows Spencer Cox with a 7 point lead over Jon Huntsman, but Greg Hughes' campaign is beginning to pick up steam. Sen. Mike Lee is endorsing Huntsman's campaign for governor. Gov. Herbert extends his "stay safe, stay home" directive, and announces the state will ask travelers into the state to provide information about their destination and whether they are showing symptoms of coronavirus. Lawmakers a...
Waiting for the peak
April 07, 2020 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBBryan Schott and Bob Bernick discuss the latest Utah political headlines. Lawmakers may not wait on Gov. Gary Herbert to call a special session. Instead, they may convene next week in an online session. House Democrats call on Gov. Gary Herbert to issue a statewide stay at home order because of the coronavirus pandemic, but he may not as Utah appears to be flattening the curve of the outbreak. Sens. Mitt Romney and Mike Lee are out of quarantine after being exposed to the virus, and Rep. ...
Therapist Malissa Morrell on coping with coronavirus
April 06, 2020 22:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBAs Utahns stay at home because of the coronavirus pandemic, many are finding it more and more difficult to cope with the isolation from social distancing. Once again we speak with Malissa Morrell, a licensed marriage and family therapist and board-certified art therapist in Salt Lake City. She discusses how people can manage feelings of loneliness and a need for human connection as they continue to stay away from friends and family. Morrell is the founder of The Therapy Studio in Salt Lak...
Zooming without pants
April 03, 2020 20:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBBryan Schott and Bob Bernick discuss the latest Utah political headlines. Gov. Gary Herbert says he will call the Utah Legislature into a special session by the end of April so they can grapple with the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. Jobless claims spike in Utah because of the outbreak. Utah is teaming up with high-tech companies to test for and track the spread of the virus. Gov. Gary Herbert vetoes a special education scholarship bill. He also vetoes a couple of tax me...
The end of retail politics
March 31, 2020 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBManaging Editor Bryan Schott and Contributing Editor Bob Bernick discuss the latest Utah political news. Former House Speaker Bob Garff dies from coronavirus. Gov. Gary Herbert's directive asking Utahns to stay home to prevent the spread of coronavirus has effectively ended signature gathering for candidates. A new poll shows Jon Huntsman and Spencer Cox tied in the race for the GOP nomination, but Huntsman might not get on the primary ballot. President Trump says social distancing guide...
Thumb on the scale
March 27, 2020 22:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBIt's time for another pandemitasitc look at the top Utah political news with Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick. Jon Huntsman's campaign could be in big trouble. Gov. Gary Herbert alters some rules for how campaigns gather signatures, but Bob says it doesn't go far enough. Aimee Winder Newton learns the dangers of campaigning online. The coronavirus situation causes more disruption in Utah. A record number of Americans file for unemployment. President Trump wants the country "raring to go" b...
A big bag of germs
March 24, 2020 22:00 - 38 minutes - 26.1 MBIt's another quarantastic episode as Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick bring you the top Utah political news. The coronavirus pandemic has upended the ability of some candidates to gather signatures. Jon Huntsman says the state should allow electronic signature gathering. Sen. Luz Escamilla announces she has tested positive for coronavirus. Mike Lee and Mitt Romney go into quarantine after exposure to the virus and Ben McAdams ends up in the hospital. A return celebration for LDS missionaries ...
Malissa Morrell on how to manage anxiety and stress during the coronavirus outbreak
March 22, 2020 21:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBCoronavirus and social distancing have many Utahns on edge as they try to adapt to a new normal. Add an earthquake into the mix, and it makes for an anxiety-inducing week for many in the state. Joining us on the podcast is Malissa Morrell, a licensed marriage and family therapist in Salt Lake City. She's also a board-certified art therapist and teaches at the College of Social Work at the University of Utah. She discusses with Managing Editor Bryan Schott ways to manage feelings of anxiety...
Corona Quake Swallow
March 20, 2020 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBBryan Schott and Bob Bernick help you understand the news that shaped another nerve-jangling week in Utah politics. Former Attorney General John Swallow wants his job back. Utah was shaken by a 5.7 magnitude earthquake. Some rural Utah officials say the state is overreacting to the COVID-19 outbreak. Rep. Ben McAdams is the second member of Congress to come down with the coronavirus. Spencer Cox picks Deidre Henderson as his running mate. Does the selection of a running mate mean much i...
Are two-dollar bills counterfeit? - Bernick and Schott on politics
March 17, 2020 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWe're socially isolating because of the COVID-19 outbreak, but the podcast rolls on. Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick bring you the latest news from Utah politics. The 2020 Utah Legislature is over. We tie up a few loose ends from Utah's Capitol Hill. The coronavirus is hitting Utah hard. Schools are closed, restaurants are closed to everything but takeout and delivery. How hard will this hit the state's economy? Sen. Mitt Romney proposes giving Americans a check to help them through tough ec...
Everything is canceled - Bernick and Schott on politics
March 13, 2020 18:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBThe 2020 Utah Legislature is done. Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick wrap up what happened. Coronavirus is here. We look at the steps the state is taking to stop the spread of the virus. A plan to move the tax filing deadline back because of the virus could cause big problems for Utah's budget. The Utah Republican and Democratic parties are "postponing" their caucus meetings as well as ending the in-person part of their state conventions. We break down the landmark school funding deal betwee...
Please stop shaking hands - Bernick and Schott on politics
March 10, 2020 22:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBThere's less than a week to go in the 2020 Utah Legislature. Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick get you caught up on the fast-moving news from Capitol Hill. Lawmakers debate tax cuts vs. saving money in case of an economic downturn as they unveil the state's $20 billion budget. The legislature is taking steps to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Bills to change how education is funded advance. We discuss the politics surrounding the proposal. The market cratered on Monday because of the c...
Legislative laggards - Bernick and Schott on politics
March 06, 2020 17:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBThere's less than a week to go in the 2020 Utah Legislature. Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick give you the latest information as we barrel towards next week's adjournment. Lawmakers want to change the constitution to give them more funding flexibility while providing more budget certainty to education. Will lawmakers cut taxes this year? The coronavirus might derail those plans. Bernie Sanders wins Utah on Super Tuesday but gets thumped pretty much everywhere else. Thomas Wright is the first...
Who doesn't love a blimp? - Bernick and Schott on politics
March 03, 2020 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBBryan Schott and Bob Bernick discuss the top Utah political news as we careen into the final weeks of the 2020 Utah Legislative session. Lawmakers grapple with the effects the coronavirus could have on the state budget. Super Tuesday hits Utah! We break down how Utah Democrats will award their delegates after Tuesday's vote. The Utah GOP changes the rules of the game as they look to punish signature-gathering candidates. Another Republican looks to jump into the race against Ben McAdams....
Hygiene tips for political junkies - Bernick and Schott on politics
February 28, 2020 17:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBLawmakers and Better Boundaries forge a deal on changes to Utah's independent redistricting commission. The economy is spooking Utah lawmakers who may not pass a tax cut this year. Yet another attempt to undo Utah's signature-gathering path for candidates dies on the Hill. The coronavirus could turn out to be a really big deal as Mitt Romney says the Trump administration is not ready to fight the spread of the illness. Plus, the Trump administration puts a college senior in a key admini...
If you like it, then you better put an arch on it - Bernick and Schott on politics
February 25, 2020 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBWe're heading into the home stretch of the 2020 Utah Legislature. Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick help you keep your head above water with all of the big developments. Lawmakers are still negotiating a compromise with Better Boundaries over changes to Prop. 4. The budget is starting to come into focus, but will lawmakers opt for tax relief this year? We ask the GOP gubernatorial candidates whether the legislature should cut taxes. It's not an election-year legislative session without a figh...
A Neapolitan ice cream of political ideology - Bernick and Schott on politics
February 21, 2020 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBIt's our 500th episode! Thanks to all our listeners for making this milestone possible! We break another HUGE story as lawmakers move to make changes to the anti-gerrymandering initiative. We break down what's coming and why. The state has a ton of money to spend on education, but not much for everything else. Most Utah voters think lawmakers don't listen to them according to a new poll. The Mitt Romney impeachment vote flares up again. News from the race for Utah governor as one candid...
Tax rebates and Russian existentialism - Bernick and Schott on politics
February 18, 2020 16:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBLawmakers are feeling the pressure to provide some tax relief in this election year. One idea being discussed is a tax rebate instead of a tax cut. A new poll shows how badly lawmakers failed to make the case for the tax cut they passed then hastily repealed. New revenue projections are due out this week. How will that affect the budgeting process? The move to put Utah's presidential primary on Super Tuesday is paying off big time. Bloomberg's massive presidential campaign. Trump's Day...
Won't somebody think of the Republicans? Bernick and Schott on politics
February 14, 2020 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBWe spend a good portion of the podcast discussing Bob's suspension from the Utah Legislature for a week for an incident involving Sen. Mitt Romney. Gov. Gary Herbert threatens to veto a bill that would undo the SB54 compromise. Lawmakers put a lid on the efforts to punish Mitt Romney over his impeachment vote. Rep. Chris Stewart may be headed toward a post with the Trump administration. Legislators won't have much money to spend on things other than education this year. We discuss our ...
The never ending story - Bernick and Schott on politics
February 12, 2020 02:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBWe're still talking about Mitt Romney's vote to convict President Donald Trump on abuse of power charges in the Ukraine scandal. Republicans move to punish Romney for his vote on impeachment Legislative leaders want to move on. Rep. Ben McAdams' job approval numbers plummet because of impeachment. Jon Huntsman picks Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi as his running mate while Spencer Cox is the first to turn in signatures. The legislature may enshrine the right to hunt and fish in the Utah Co...
The two dirtiest words in Utah politics are "Mitt" and "Romney" - Bernick and Schott on politics
February 07, 2020 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBManaging Editor Bryan Schott and Contributing Editor Bob Bernick wrap up a stunning week in Utah politics. Sen. Mitt Romney's stunning vote to convict President Donald Trump in the impeachment trial led to all sorts of reactions in Utah. Romney made a surprise visit to lawmakers who were angered by his decision. Utah legislators are falling all over themselves to assuage President Trump's hurt feelings after Romney's vote. Romney's approval ratings fall in Utah while President Trump's ris...
Emergency podcast - Romney breaks with the GOP, votes to convict Trump
February 05, 2020 22:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBSen. Mitt Romney shocked the political world on Wednesday when he voted to convict President Donald Trump of Abuse of Power in the Senate impeachment trial. Managing Editor Bryan Schott and Contributing Editor Bob Bernick discuss what Romney's decision could mean for the political landscape in Utah. Submit your questions for the pod at [email protected]. If we use your question, we'll send you one of our limited edition laptop stickers. Let us know what you think about the show. Fin...
Trump hits a high water mark - Bernick and Schott on politics
February 04, 2020 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBA new UtahPolicy.com/2 News poll from Y2 Analytics shows President Donald Trump's approval ratings are above 50% in Utah for the first time since his election in 2016. Another attempt by Utah Republicans to undo the SB54 compromise. Lawmakers have been told to take a break from tax issues for a couple of weeks following the collapse of tax reform because there's not a lot of non-educational money to go around. Democrat Ben McAdams is raising lots of money for his re-election bid, and his ...
Football killed civics education - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 31, 2020 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWeek one of the 2020 Utah Legislature is almost in the books. Bob Bernick and Bryan Schott discuss the top stories from the past few days. Legislative Republicans launch another assault on SB54. Is it all about protecting Mike Lee in 2020? There's plenty of money to spend on education in Utah, but other sectors will have to tighten their belts. Bob gets misty-eyed as Governor Gary Herbert delivers his 11th and final State of the State address. A proposal would allow for the recall elect...
The quest for parking spaces - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 28, 2020 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBThe 2020 Utah Legislature is underway as lawmakers quickly decide to repeal the tax reform bill they passed just one month ago. Don't expect much else to happen with tax reform this year, though. Sens. Mitt Romney and Mike Lee take opposite tracks on impeachment. Romney is pushing to hear from witnesses after some bombshell revelations from former national security adviser John Bolton. Lee says the Senate doesn't need to hear from any witnesses in the trial. Utah is getting some 2020 prima...
Wiggling fingers - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 24, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBTax reform goes kablooey just days before the 2020 Utah Legislature gets underway. Why did the plan to overhaul Utah's tax system fail, and what's next? The Utah governor's race heats up as polls show Jon Huntsman taking a slight lead over Spencer Cox. We dig into the numbers. Sean Reyes, Mike Lee and Mitt Romney all make news during the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump. National Republicans lose another recruit in the race to take on Ben McAdams. The national debt has explod...
Interview with House Speaker Brad Wilson
January 22, 2020 22:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBThe 2020 Utah Legislature begins on Monday. House Speaker Brad Wilson joins UtahPolicy.com Managing Editor Bryan Schott and Contributing Editor Bob Bernick to discuss the pressing issues ahead of the session. They discuss tax reform, education funding, mental health legislation, transportation and infrastructure and the 2020 governor's race. Submit your questions for the pod at [email protected]. If we use your question, we'll send you one of our limited edition laptop stickers. Let...
H.G. Wells knew what he was talking about - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 21, 2020 22:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBWe're T-minus 6 days until the start of the 2020 Utah Legislature. Bob Bernick and Bryan Schott give you insight on the top Utah political news stories from the past few days. Sen. Mitt Romney promises to keep an open mind during President Donald Trump's impeachment trial while Sen. Mike Lee promises a vigorous defense of the president. The tax reform referendum organizers say they have enough signatures to put the measure on the ballot in November. Democrat Michael Bloomberg campaigns in...
Q&A with Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg
January 20, 2020 20:00 - 3 minutes - 2.56 MBDemocrat Michael Bloomberg campaigned in Utah this past weekend, making his pitch to Utah Democrats ahead of the March Super Tuesday primary election. Managing Editor Bryan Schott sat down with Bloomberg to discuss his campaign and why he feels he's the right candidate to defeat Donald Trump in November. Let us know what you think about the show. Find out how to leave us a rating and review at RateThisPodcast.com. Follow our social media feeds on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can...
Legislative Drano! - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 17, 2020 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBBob Bernick and Bryan Schott give you an update on the top Utah political news stories from the past few days. Rob Bishop surprises everyone and decides to become GOP governor candidate Thomas Wright's running mate. We discuss why this might be a brilliant tactical maneuver. Democratic presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg will campaign in Utah this weekend. There are tons of "secret" bills on Utah's Capitol Hill ahead of the 2020 session. Kerry Gibson steps down as Utah's Agriculture Co...
Interview with Rep. Rob Bishop
January 15, 2020 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBRep. Rob Bishop announced on Monday he would not run for Utah Governor in 2020, instead offering his endorsement for Republican Thomas Wright. Rep. Bishop talks with Managing Editor Bryan Schott about why he's stepping away from the political life, and what he's hoping to do once he leaves Congress at the end of the year. Bishop also discusses the reasons why Congress is dysfunctional and what he would do to make the legislative process better. Submit your questions for the pod at mailba...
The world's most elaborate game of telephone - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 14, 2020 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBThere are less than two weeks to go before the start of the 2020 Utah Legislature. Bob Bernick and Bryan Schott discuss the top Utah political stories from the past few days: Rob Bishop won't run for governor and endorses Thomas Wright. Spencer Cox compares abortion to slavery. Abby Huntsman leaves television to help advise her father's campaign. National Republicans are still trying to recruit a candidate to run against Ben McAdams in 2020. Education officials and legislative leaders ...
Bob needs a lozenge - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 10, 2020 19:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBThings aren't slowing down ahead of the start of the 2020 Utah Legislature. Legislative leaders are showing some frustration as they seek a new way to fund Utah's public schools. Gov. Gary Herbert unveils his final budget proposal. Sen. Mike Lee takes on President Donald Trump over Iran. A new poll shows Utahns overwhelmingly support the Equal Rights Amendment, but will that matter to Utah's Republican-dominated legislature? Former House Speaker Greg Hughes jumps into the 2020 GOP race ...
Interview with Republican candidate for governor Greg Hughes
January 08, 2020 20:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBThen there were six. Former House Speaker Greg Hughes jumped into the race for Utah governor on Wednesday. Hughes sits down with Managing Editor Bryan Schott and Contributing Editor Bob Bernick to discuss his run for the Republican nomination for governor. We talk about why he’s running, his decision to focus on the convention system in lieu of gathering signatures, and why he feels Gov. Gary Herbert did not lead out enough on tax reform. Submit your questions for the pod at mailbag@ut...
Fast forward or way behind - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 07, 2020 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBUtah candidates are gathering signatures to get on the 2020 primary ballot, but there are some big hurdles facing the six Republicans running for governor. Governor Gary Herbert is set to unveil his budget proposal this week with another big chunk of money going to education. Democrat Ben McAdams is raising a ton of campaign cash. The 2020 Legislature is just around the corner. Erin Mendenhall starts her tenure as Salt Lake City Mayor with a big assist from Salt Lake County Mayor Jenn...
If it was called 'Trumpcare,' we could have avoided all of this - Bernick and Schott on politics
January 03, 2020 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBGet caught up with the latest Utah political news. Contributing Editor Bob Bernick returns from his hiatus. He joins Managing Editor Bryan Schott to discuss the top stories from the last week: Utah fully expands Medicaid. Organizers of the tax referendum effort have a tough hill to climb. Voters are angry. How could this affect the 2020 election? Mia Love is making noise about running for Congress again. The 2020 GOP governor's race. Sen. Mike Lee is playing a key role in President T...
The top political television shows of 2019
December 30, 2019 23:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB2019 was a year chock full of amazing political theater, and that was just the Donald Trump show in Washington, D.C. However, there was a lot of great political drama (and comedy) on television this year as well. Bill Frost, host of the TV Tan podcast and writer for Slug Magazine joins Managing Editor Bryan Schott to discuss his list of top political television from the last year. Submit your questions for the pod at [email protected]. If we use your question, we'll send you one of ...
The Don Quixote Polka Hour - Bernick and Schott on politics
December 23, 2019 22:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBGet caught up with what's grabbing the headlines in Utah politics. Guest co-host Scott Howell joins Managing Editor Bryan Schott. They discuss: The proposed referendum to undo tax reform. Can Spencer Cox run for governor while still being in charge of elections? The Utah GOP whistles past the graveyard. What progress is Utah making on combating homelessness? Which issues will be important in next year's governor's contest? Curmudgeon vs. conundrum. Plus, Bryan catches the Christmas ...
Bad faith argument hour - Bernick and Schott on politics
December 20, 2019 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBGet up to speed on the latest political news with the Friday edition of our news roundup. Guest co-host Rep. Mike Winder mixes it up with Managing Editor Bryan Schott as they discuss: Impeachment Utah's members of Congress toed the party line in Wednesday's historic vote. Ben McAdams may not pay a political price for voting to impeach the president even though he is a Democrat in a Trump district. Jerry Nadler dunked on Chris Stewart during floor debate. Mike Lee says Nancy Pelosi's d...
Fueling Republican fever dreams - Bernick and Schott on politics
December 17, 2019 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBGet up to speed on the latest political news with the Tuesday edition of our podcast. Guest host Taylor Morgan joins Managing Editor Bryan Schott to break down the latest headlines: Will Ben McAdams pay a political price for his decision to vote in favor of impeachment? How Dan Hemmert's decision to drop out scrambles the race for the Republican nomination in UT04. Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson makes a politically risky decision on gun sales. The winners and losers from our poll s...
You, not so much - Bernick and Schott on politics
December 13, 2019 23:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBGet caught up on the big stories in Utah politics with the Friday edition of our news roundup podcast. On this episode: Tax reform passes the legislature Spencer Cox has a big lead over Jon Huntsman among Republican voters according to our new poll. Will Mitt Romney vote to acquit President Trump or remove him from office? Utah Democrats are hoping for financial help from Mike Bloomberg. Could President Trump skip the 2020 debates? Guest host Spencer Stokes of Stokes Strategies joins ...
Unwieldy nicknames - Bernick and Schott on politics
December 10, 2019 21:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBManaging Editor Bryan Schott is joined by guest host Spencer Stokes to discuss the latest political headlines. On the Tuesday edition of the podcast: Tax reform Impeachment puts Ben McAdams in a tough position. The Utah GOP fails to rescind an illegal bylaw, which may cause them problems in 2020. The Department of Justice releases a report that debunks President Trump's claims that his campaign was spied on by the FBI. Elizabeth Warren says America is ready to vote for an all-female pr...
I am Spartacus! - Bernick and Schott on politics
December 06, 2019 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBBob Bernick and Bryan Schott take you behind the latest Utah political headlines. Utah Democrats release their alternative tax reform proposal. An education funding proposal likely won't be ready before a special session later this month. Ben McAdams finds himself between a rock and a hard place on impeachment. Utah Republicans tackle SB54 again. Greg Hughes gets ready to run for governor in 2020. The push to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment is DOA in Utah. Plus, a challenge to our ...
Nobody likes us - Bernick and Schott on politics
December 03, 2019 22:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBBob Bernick and Bryan Schott break down the latest Utah political headlines. On this post-Thanksgiving edition of the podcast: Lawmakers are getting pressure from their constituents over tax reform because legislative leaders haven't done a good job explaining why it's needed. The state is headed for another big budget surplus next year. The world turns upside down as the Utah Taxpayer's Association supports a tax hike in Utah County. Utah election officials are bracing for big voter t...
Binge watching the relatives - Bernick and Schott on politics
November 26, 2019 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBBob Bernick and Bryan Schott take you behind the latest Utah political headlines. On this week's podcast: We break down the latest news from the tax reform effort. Media coverage and the 2020 gubernatorial race. Mitt Romney targeted by an online disinformation campaign. The good and bad in efforts to improve Utah's air quality. More bad news for the Trump administration. Mike Bloomberg's media blitz. Sarah Sanders doesn't want to be called a liar. Plus, answers to your mailbag quest...
If you're explaining, you're losing - Bernick and Schott on politics
November 22, 2019 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBBob Bernick and Bryan Schott guide you through the latest Utah political headlines. On the Friday podcast: Lawmakers are "getting close" on tax reform. Are property taxes the key to boosting school funding? Chris Stewart vs. synonyms. Mike Lee strategizes with the White House on impeachment. Some Republicans want to find a primary challenger for Chris Stewart. Jon Huntsman is raising a ton of money. Impeachment is not moving the needle. Send your questions for the pod to us at our n...
Interview with the Hinckley Institute's Jason Perry
November 21, 2019 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBJason Perry, Vice President for Government Relations for the University of Utah and Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joins us on the pod to discuss all things Utah politics. He talks with Managing Editor Bryan Schott about: Impeachment How Trump plays in Utah McAdams' re-election battle Tax reform Plus, the return of the UtahPolicy.com "Lightning Round"! Send your questions for the pod to us at our new email address: [email protected] Follow our social media feed...
Screaming into the void - Bernick and Schott on politics
November 19, 2019 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBLet Bob Bernick and Bryan Schott take your hand and guide you through the maze of political news. On this edition of the podcast: A conservative group makes a significant advertising buy to take on Democrat Ben McAdams over impeachment. The Donald Trump campaign files to get on the ballot in Utah Will the dislike of President Trump among LDS voters impact the 2020 election? Salt Lake City gets their day in court over the inland port. A quick update on tax reform efforts. How Jon Hunts...
Political therapy: What you can do when politics invades your holiday celebrations
November 18, 2019 23:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBHoliday celebrations mean gatherings with family and friends...and sometimes heated discussions about politics. How do you have those conversations without damaging relationships? This week on the UtahPolicy.com podcast, we're joined by Malissa Morrell, a licensed marriage and family therapist to discuss strategies and tactics to use when politics invades our holiday celebrations. Morrell teaches family therapy at the University of Utah's school of social work. She also happens to be the wi...