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The Big GOP Health Bill Vote, Will Herbert Veto the .05 Bill, and McAdams Taking Heat for a Homeless Shelter – Episode 177 (3/23/17)

March 23, 2017 Ross

This week Natalie, Jim, and Dan talk about the big vote on the GOP health bill this week; the news that Trump’s former campaign manager Paul Manafort secretly worked for a Russian billionaire to advance the interests of Russia; Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch’s hearing; whether Gov. Herbert will veto come controversial bills including HB155…

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Winder Self-Edits His Wikipedia, the GOP’s Health Plan, and Utah’s .05 Blood Alcohol Level – Episode 176 (3/16/17)

March 16, 2017 Ross

This week Natalie, Dan, and Jim are back in the studio, and somewhat rested after the 45-day session. They discuss whether Salt Lake County Mayor Ben McAdam’s late disclosure about his homes near a proposed homeless shelter site was really a problem; Rep. Mike Winder spiffing up his own Wikipedia page; Jon Huntsman Jr. accepting…

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The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour

2017 Legislative Wrap Up

March 15, 2017 Ross

The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour (Air dates: March 15/18, 2017) — Utah state legislators took on many contentious issues this year including homelessness, air quality, funding for education and rape kits, and reforms to Utah’s alcohol laws. On Friday, March 10th, a panel of lawmakers gathered at the Hinckley Institute of Politics to review the…

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The Bottom Line

The Bottom Line: Cotopaxi Founder & CEO Davis Smith

March 15, 2017 Ross

The Bottom Line – Davis Smith launched his new outdoor company Cotopaxi last year with a humanitarian mission. He set out to create a “Benefit Corporation” that could not only sell outdoor products, but fund sustainable poverty relief and “move people to do good.” Smith discusses the inception of his idea and his journey building…

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Last-Minute Salt Lake Land Grab?, Tax Reforms Delayed, Barbershop Neck Massages, and More – Episode 175 (3/9/17)

March 9, 2017 Ross

It’s the final week of the session and Natalie, Jim, and Dan are talking about a last-minute bill to shape development in North West Salt Lake City that took city officials by surprise; tax reform efforts get delayed; a bill to raise food taxes dies; Sen. Howard Stephenson has an argument in front of school…

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The Bottom Line

High West Distillery Founder, David Perkins

March 7, 2017 Ross

The Bottom Line (Original Air Date: June 17, 2014) – David Perkins is the founder of High West Distillery in Park City, Utah. In 2004, Perkins moved his family to Park City, Utah with an audacious dream to launch a new national brand of premium whiskey. Ten years later his whiskey is sold in over…

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Goodbye Curtain, Hello Zion Moat?, Will Lawmakers Tax Food?, Budget Wrangling, and More – Episode 174 (3/2/17)

March 2, 2017 Ross

With the end of the session fast approaching Jim, Dan, and Natalie discuss whether former Gov. Jon Huntsman could be working for Trump’s administration after all; who would replace Attorney General Sean Reyes if he’s picked to lead the Federal Trade Commission; will the “Zion Curtain” be replaced by a “Zion Moat”; Speaker Hughes kills…

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The Bottom Line

Enhancing the Customer Experience – Carine Clark, CEO of MaritzCX

February 28, 2017 Ross

The Bottom Line – (Air date: May 10, 2016, Re-Aired February 28, 2017) Carine Clark is the President & CEO of MaritzCX, a company that uses comprehensive data to help businesses with customer relationships. Before her arrival at MaritzCX, Clark encountered the who’s who of tech startup entrepreneurs while trekking along her winding career path. …

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Outdoor Retailers to Leave Utah, a GOP Official Opposes Equal Pay for Women, and is Tax Reform in the Works? – Episode 173 (2/23/17)

February 23, 2017 Ross

It’s week five for the legislature and Jim, Dan, and Natalie discuss the Outdoor Retailers conventions deciding to leave Utah after a dispute with lawmakers, and how it’s a lose-lose-lose outcome for all. Also, the Washington County GOP Vice-Chair’s letter criticizing equal pay for women that prompts outrage; The HB195 bill that would allow concealed…

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The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour

Forum: Health Care In America

February 22, 2017 Ross

The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour (Air dates: February 22/25, 2017) — This is the first in a series of Campus-Community dialogues being held this spring, titled “Understanding our Differences, Shaping Our Future,” organized by the Departments of Political Science and Social and Behavioral Sciences. The focus of the discussion is Health Care in America. How…

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