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The Rundown: SLCPD Joins Sexual Assault Investigation Study. Plus Political Cornflakes Expanded

Today on the show we feature an expanded version of our Political Cornflakes segment with Salt Lake Tribune Washington Correspondent Thomas Burr. Plus, the Salt Lake City Police Department will participate in a new study that aims to foster best practices in sexual assault investigations, and more.

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The Rundown: Kitchen v. Herbert Plaintiffs Tell Their Story

Today, in light of the Monday decision by the US Supreme Court to let lower court rulings on same-sex marriage stand, we’ll speak with two of the plaintiffs from the case that overturned Utah’s ban and led to a protracted battle in the courts. Derek Kitchen and Moudi Sbeity join us to tell their story.…

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The Rundown: University of Utah Researchers Working to Combat Ebola

Today on the show we hear from two University of Utah biochemists who are working on a new tool to combat the Ebola virus – now and in the future. A conversation with Dr. Debra Eckert and Dr. Michael Kay, plus a summary of your day’s top local headlines on The Rundown.

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The Rundown: Analysis of Supreme Court’s Same-Sex Marriage Decision

Today on the show we’re joined by Clifford Rosky, a professor at the University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney College of Law, for an in-depth look into the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to let lower courts’ rulings on same-sex marriage stand. The decision means that gay marriage is once again legal in Utah. Plus…

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The Rundown: Investigator David Fast on Protecting Utah Seniors from Fraud

Today, KCPW’s Ross Chambless speaks to David Fast, lead investigator for Utah’s Adult Protective Services. Studies show that aging adults lose more than $1 million each week in Utah, and Fast says the cases of exploitation are only increasing. He’ll outline the challenges and discuss the options victims have in today’s conversation. That interview, plus…

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The Rundown: Robert Grow & Christie Oostema Try to “Envision Utah” As Its Population Expands

An ever-delicate balance between Utah’s pristine open spaces and its growing population is a major consideration for planners along the Wasatch Front. Envision Utah have tasked themselves with the challenge of maintaining that balance. Today on the show, KCPW’s Ross Chambless talks to president and CEO Robert Grow and planning director Christie Oostema about how…

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The Rundown: Ted Bunch of “A Call To Men” (Part 2)

Today, we have the second part of Roger’s interview with Ted Bunch, the co-founder and co-director of A Call To Men. (We aired the first part on yesterday’s program.) Also, your top local headlines, including a potential new ordinance allowing Salt Lake City bicyclists to use drive-thru lanes, and a mom charged for being her…

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The Rundown: Ted Bunch Makes “A Call To Men” to Respect Women (Part 1)

In the first of a two-part interview, KCPW’s Roger McDonough sits down with Ted Bunch, co-founder and co-director of A Call To Men. His group hopes to embolden young men to prevent domestic and sexual violence against women—as well as promote a healthier attitude about manhood. That conversation, plus the day’s top local headlines, on The Rundown.

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The Rundown: Anthropologist Polly Wiessner on Fire’s Cultural Role in Human Development

University of Utah anthropologist Polly Wiessner’s new study suggests ancient humans may have been culturally and socially influenced by the glow of firelight. She explains her findings to KCPW’s Roger McDonough on today’s show. Plus, your local headlines and Access Downtown.

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