Segment 1: The religious identity of Muslims should not overshadow a citizen’s American-ness, but that same citizenship is conducive to being a good Muslim. That’s according to the scholar Abdullahi Ahmed An-Na’im, who says American Muslims should take a proactive, affirmative view of their citizenship. On Thursday, An-Na’im joins us to discuss Islam in contemporary…
Segment 1: Finally, Election 2012 is nearly over and after months of lively debates, non-stop political ads and sometimes ugly rhetoric, the voters have spoken. On Wednesday, we recap the issues, scrutinize the candidates and campaigns, and analyze the results. Guests: Matthew Burbank, political science professor, University of Utah Frank Pignanelli, Democrat, lobbyist and…
Segment 1: State lawmakers are considering a bill that would require state prisons to ask inmates if they’d like to sign up as organ donors. Proponents say this is just current practice that should be formalized as law, but some worry about coercion and health risks. On Tuesday, we’ll talk about the ethics, policy…
Segment 1: If the polls are right, Salt Lake County voters are likely willing to shell out about $6 a year for improved parks and trails. But some argue this is not the right time for a tax hike. On Monday, we’ll hear more about Proposition 1. Guests: Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon…
Segment 1: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” That’s the start of Constitution’s First Amendment, a phrase that effectively separates church from state. A new book and PBS documentary traces the roots of American religious liberty and on Thursday, we’ll talk about the beginnings…
Segment 1: Haunted houses are big business this time of year and scary movies are popular year round. Why are we drawn to the spooky, gory and tense in measured doses? On Wednesday, we explore the sociological and psychological appeal of managed fear. Guests: Dr. Mark Rubinfeld, sociologist, Westminster College Ashley Thorn, Wasatch Family Therapy…
Segment 1: Health care reform has been both pilloried and praised since it became law in March 2010. While the Affordable Care Act – also known as ObamaCare – has become a political football, what should be done to deliver medicine more reliably and affordably to all Americans? A panel discussion featuring a variety…
Segment 1: For the past 12 years, Daniel Suelo has lived solely off the land. He forages for onions and dumpster dives for food. He won’t accept payment for any work he performs and lives in a cave in Moab. This austere lifestyle is intentional, his – as he describes it – “therapeutic relief…
Segment 1: Dogs can roam free in seven areas of Salt Lake City and officials are considering adding another five off-leash areas to meet the demand from dog owners. The city is also looking at ways to improve how off-leash parks are maintained, including requiring off-leash tags and recruiting volunteers to help enforce the…
Segment 1: The history of liquor in one of the nation’s driest states? You may think there wouldn’t be much of story to tell about alcohol in Utah, but not so. A new documentary takes us from pioneer breweries to Prohibition to today’s thriving brewpubs and wineries. On Wednesday, we’ll take a look at the…
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