Mayor Ralph Becker reflects on abruptness of former Chief Burbank's forced resignation
Mayor Ralph Becker tells Doug Wright in hindsight, former SLC PD Chief Chris Burbank's forced resignation should have been handled differently.
38m Sep 03, 2015
38m
Toxic gas and chemical test underway at Dugway Proving Ground
Part 2
12m Aug 31, 2015
12m
Toxic gas and chemical test underway at Dugway Proving Ground
Dr. Shannon Fox, lead scientist for the Department of Homeland Security, tells Doug Wright about the program known as, "Jack Rabbit II". The full scale test will be completed by Sep. 12.*Part 1 of 2 Part two here: http://bit.ly/1MYogLJ
10m Aug 31, 2015
10m
GOP presidential candidate Jeb Bush joins the Doug Wright Show at KSL
This interview is part 2 of 2
9m Aug 26, 2015
9m
GOP presidential candidate Jeb Bush joins the Doug Wright Show at KSL
Bush tells KSL's Doug Wright what he wants Utah voters to know.This interview is part 1 of 2.Part two: https://audioboom.com/boos/3506515-gop-presidential-candidate-jeb-bush-joins-the-doug-wright-show-at-ksl
9m Aug 26, 2015
9m
Provo Mayor John Curtis says the biggest problem for the homeless is affordable, safe housing
Mayor Curtis tells Doug Wright how the city of Provo is working to raise funds in order to help the homeless. "We're pretty good at telling people what not to do, but not so good at telling people what they should do," Curtis says. Curtis hopes to improve the lives of many homeless people unable to pay for permanent housing due to first month's rent, and other road blocks.
8m Aug 24, 2015
8m
Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes previews this week's special legislative session on the prison relocation
Speaker Hughes tells Doug Wright, "It's time to move," in reference to the prison relocation to Salt Lake City. A vote could happen 3 p.m. Wednesday.
10m Aug 17, 2015
10m
Rhode Island man tells story of his successful hunt for the Kissing Sailor
Larry Verria, author of 'The Kissing Sailor', tells Doug Wright how he solved the mystery of the man in this photo from VJ Day in Times Square.
12m Aug 13, 2015
12m
Homeless in Salt Lake City, part 2
Doug Wright broadcasts live from Pioneer Park to discuss homelessness. Part 1: Acting Salt Lake City Police Chief Mike Brown and Deputy Chief of Police Josh ScharmanPart 2: President and Chair of the Downtown Community Council Christian HarrisonPart 3: Joe Ann JohnsonPart 4: Catholic Community Services Homeless Services Director Dennis Keslch and Pamela Atkinson
48m Aug 05, 2015
48m
Homeless in Salt Lake City
Doug Wright broadcasts live from Pioneer Park to discuss the root of the issues behind homelessness. Part 1: Brandon KitchenPart 2: Rio Grande Cafe Owner Pete HendersonPart 3: Volunteers of America Division Director of Homeless Services Rob WesemannPart 4: Road Home Board President Joe Horton and Executive Director Matt Minkevich
56m Aug 05, 2015
56m
A former prison inmate shares what the conditions were like while he was behind bars
Forty-two inmates at the Utah State Prison are on a hunger strike demanding change. According to the ACLU, prisoners want improved living conditions and more opportunity.
13m Aug 03, 2015
13m
Utah man 'Iron Cowboy' does 50 Ironmans in 50 states in 50 days
James Lawrence and his team tell Doug Wright how this seemingly inhuman feat became a reality
25m Jul 28, 2015
25m
National Parks Council President Stan Lockhart weighs in on today's Boy Scouts of America policy vote
Today charted organizations for the BSA vote whether or not to change policy on the ban of gay scout leaders
10m Jul 27, 2015
10m
Gov. Herbert and Days of '47 Rodeo Chairman Kem Gardner tell Doug about this year's Pioneer Day festivities
From mechanical bulls, to BBQ cook-offs, Doug finds out what's in store starting Tuesday, July 21st through Saturday, July 25th. For tickets, visit ribsandrodeo.com
21m Jul 15, 2015
21m
A look inside Harper Lee's new book "Go Set a Watchman"
Catherine Weller of Weller Book Works talks the "To Kill a Mockingbird" author's new book on the Doug Wright Show.
24m Jul 14, 2015
24m
The Utah League of Cities and Towns tells residents how they can weigh in on billboards in their area
Utah League of Cities and Towns Executive Director Ken Bullock talks about how neighbors and residents can impact billboards and potential billboard sites near their homes.
9m Jul 09, 2015
9m
USDA Supervisor Dave Whittekiend and Snowbird President Bob Bonar talk with Doug about the potential American Fork land swap
Doug delves into the proposal for a land swap between American Fork Canyon and Salt Lake County.
28m Jul 07, 2015
28m
DMC President and CEO Sheri Dew talks about the life and legacy of LDS Pres. Packer
President Boyd K. Packer passed away Saturday afternoon in his Salt Lake City home at the age of 90.
14m Jul 06, 2015
14m
Sen. Hatch discusses what he views as the single most important issue in the upcoming presidential election
Sen. Hatch discusses the Supreme Court and how the justices will further impact the future of American society.
8m Jul 02, 2015
8m
Sen. Hatch reacts to legalization of same-sex marriage
Sen. Hatch visits Doug in studio to discuss recent SCOTUS rulings, the upcoming presidential election, Pres. Obama's overtime rule and more.
11m Jul 02, 2015
11m
Sen. Hatch reacts to SCOTUS ruling on the Affordable Care Act
Sen. Hatch criticizes the recent decision from the Supreme Court on the Affordable Care Act. He discusses his plans to repeal Obamacare.
9m Jul 02, 2015
9m
Should Utah change the legal smoking age?
#SmokingAge #KSLNewsRadio #DougWrightShow
10m Jun 24, 2015
10m
Panhandling - Are We Helping or Enabling?
Panhandling season is back, so Executive Director of the Downtown Alliance Jason Mathis tells the Doug Wright Show about the problems we face downtown and how to really help out. #KSL #panhandling #SLC #utpol
11m May 04, 2015
11m
Sending Aid to Nepal: Bishnu Adhikari Describes His Country's Needs
Choice Humanitarian's Director of Nepal Programs Bishnu Adhikari tells Doug about the devastation he is seeing in his homeland and what we can do to help. #KSL #Nepal #ChoiceHumanitarian Donate here-> https://campaigns.choicehumanitarian.org/events/nepal-earthquake-support/e49165
11m Apr 29, 2015
11m
Amanda Dickson: Play by Play of Arguments
Doug Wright has Amanda Dickson break down what happened in the arguments and what the most impressive moments were. #KSL #LGBT #Freedom4All #Equality4All
9m Apr 28, 2015
9m
Senator Mike Lee: What Happened in the Courtroom and What's Next
Doug Wright asks Senator Mike Lee what he read into today's arguments, and where the court goes from here. #KSL #Lee #SCOTUS #LGBT #Freedom4All #Equality4All
9m Apr 28, 2015
9m
Congressman Rob Bishop: Impact of Decision
Doug and Congressman Rob Bishop talk about what the court's decision will mean for you and I and the policies involved. #KSL #Bishop #SCOTUS #LGBT #Equality4All #Freedom4All
12m Apr 28, 2015
12m
Should food stamp beneficiaries have to work for their benefits?
Rep. Brad Wilson (R), District 15, says there are similarities between Maine's new program helping #foodstamp beneficiaries and Utah's Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (#TANF) program. Should Utah require food stamp recipients to be engaged in volunteer programs, work training, or to be employed? #KSL #DougWrightShow #KSLNewsRadio
5m Apr 23, 2015
5m
Remembering Gov. Norman Bangerter: Reflections from Gov. Gary Herbert
Governor Herbert took time today to look back on the years of service Governor Bangerter offered as a legislator and governor in #Utah. #utpol #Herbert #Bangerter #KSL
9m Apr 15, 2015
9m
Sleep vs. School - Park City Doctor/Father Pushes for Later Start Times
Doctor John Hanrahan, father of children in the Park City school system, started a petition to have start times for high schoolers pushed back. His efforts are based on medical research showing teens are not biologically built to succeed academically when they are in class earlier than their bodies are ready to be. Producer Logan asked him why he is taking this stand. #sleep #school #health #KS...
10m Apr 10, 2015
10m
Millennials Can't Decide What is Appropriate Sexual Behavior
While baby boomers have a clear idea for what they think is moral and immoral, #Millennials do not have a clear moral compass. We talk with the Public #Religion Research Institute about what this means for how teach our kids about #sex. #KSL
12m Apr 07, 2015
12m
Ann Romney: New Book and New Hope for Neurological Diseases
Ann Romney stopped by to tell Doug about her new book and how its proceeds will fund research for neurological diseases. #Romney #KSL #ALS #Alzheimer's #MS
14m Apr 02, 2015
14m
A Pilot's Perspective: Congressman Chris Stewart Reacts
Congressman Chris Stewart draws on his background as a pilot to shed light on the tragedy in the French Alps. What questions do you still have about the flight and co-pilot? #KSL #Germanwings #4u9525
8m Mar 26, 2015
8m
You Click 2016 - Utah Could Have Online Voting in Next Presidential Primary
Without a state funded primary Republicans are opting for a caucus in 2016 while Democrats are considering several options, including online voting. State Party Chair Peter Corroon explains what needs to happen for a digital ballot box to become a reality. #utpol #KSL #2016 #vote
8m Mar 24, 2015
8m
Staring Down Death: Exonerated Death Row Inmate Speaks Out
The state of Oklahoma spend $10 million trying to kill Mike McCarthy only to clear him. He talks to Doug about why he understands the death penalty, but it may have disastrous consequences when used. #firingsquad #deathpenalty #utpol #KSL
10m Mar 11, 2015
10m
After the Execution: How The Death Penalty Impacts Us
Gov. Herbert is a signature away from making the firing squad a backup method of execution in Utah. Randy Gardner, brother of Ronnie Lee Gardner, talks to Doug about how his brother's execution by firing squad has impacted his life and the lives of his family. #deathpenalty #firingsquad #utpol #KSL
14m Mar 11, 2015
14m
Healthy Utah Controversy Continues
Polls show that Utahn's prefer the Healthy Utah Healthcare plan yet the House doesn't seem to agree. We asked Greg Hughes why the House keeps voting it down. #healthyutah #healthcare
22m Mar 10, 2015
22m
In Rescuer's Own Words: Toddler Rescue in Spanish Fork
Spanish Fork Police Officer Tyler Beddoes (left) tells Doug what it was like to hear a voice calling for help from a car where no one was conscious. He and other first responders rescued a toddler trapped upside down for 14-hours. #SpanishFork #Rescue #KSL
10m Mar 09, 2015
10m
How Same-Sex Marriage Opt Out Would Impact County Clerks: SLC County Clerk Sherrie Swensen
Should government employees be able to opt out of preforming same-sex marriages? A new bill says they can, but then lose the ability to preform any marriages. We talked with Salt Lake County Clerk Sherrie Swensen about how this would impact the next happy couple that comes through the door. #LGBT #KSL #freedom4all #equality4all
7m Mar 06, 2015
7m
Standing Up For Healthy Utah: Rep. Becky Edwards
Healthy Utah was all but dead until House Democrats and a few Republicans forced a vote to put the bill up for debate on the floor. District 20 Rep. Becky Edwards is one of the Republicans who broke ranks to give the bill more consideration. #HealthyUtah #utpol #KSL #GOP
11m Mar 06, 2015
11m
Lee and Rubio roll out tax code overhall
Florida Senator Marco Rubio and Utah Senator Mike Lee want a tax reform in order to stimulate job creation.Photo cred AP
14m Mar 04, 2015
14m
Real Monarchs May Have Home in WVC
Real Salt Lake Owner Dell Loy Hansen gives Doug Wrights details about the new stadium and why the Utah Fair Park deal fell through. #RSL #Monarchs #WVC #KSL #USL #Soccer #Futbol
17m Mar 04, 2015
17m
Netanyahu Gives a Persuasive Speech to Congress to Stop Nuclear Talks
After requests from Democrats to delay his speech on nuclear negotiations, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke anyway pleading that we take more aggressive action against Iran. Utah Congressman Chris Stewart joined us to analyze what he said
8m Mar 03, 2015
8m
Speaker Hughes Explains His Decision on Healthy Utah
Doug Wright spoke with Utah House Speaker Greg Hughes about his decision to not have floor debate on Healthy Utah. #HealthyUtah #Medicaid #KSL
11m Feb 27, 2015
11m
Jihadi John and Educated Terrorists
Doug Wright talks to terrorism expert, University of Utah Law Professor Amos Guiora, about how ISIS is able to recruit middle class educated youth into a radical death cult. #JihadiJohn #ISIS #terror #KSL
11m Feb 27, 2015
11m
Criminal Justice Reform- Could the war on drugs be coming to an end?
75% of our prison populations across the nation are attributed to non violent offenders. Our Utah Senator Mike Lee and New Jersey Senator Cory Booker joined us to address their conversation with the president on criminal justice reform in the US and to shortly discuss Homeland Security
13m Feb 25, 2015
13m
Prison Assessments May Indicate an Inmates Future Criminal History
In order to reduce recidivism in prison populations assessments are given to determine inmates temperament. We spoke with Geri Miller-Fox Director of the Division of Adult Probation and Parole for the Utah Department of Corrections about how they might be able to predict future crimes and how much they really can rely on these questionnaires.
9m Feb 24, 2015
9m
We could get a minor league soccer stadium at the Utah State Fair Park
Building a soccer stadium on the Utah State Fair Park grounds would bring a lot of money to the city and the state. It would also mean year-round use of the park. Now it just needs to pass through the legislature. Senator Kevin VanTassle and Micheal Steele joined us to talk about what still needs to happen.
18m Feb 23, 2015
18m
Lawmakers are looking at a bill that would reduce recidivism in Utah prisons
HB348 is "soft on crime" but "tuff on criminals" with a goal of reducing the numbers of repeat offenders. The hope is to lower prison population numbers and prevent educating those with minor offenses from becoming dangerous criminals
9m Feb 19, 2015
9m
Pioneer Park Coalition Responds to Crossroads Urban Centers resignation
As Crossroads Urban Center withdraws- the Pioneer Park Coalition says its their choice to be affiliated or not. Scott Howell explains what happened and their plans for the future here.
18m Feb 19, 2015
18m