Challenges facing schools have changed over the years... In the 80s it was drugs and alcohol. The 90s had many teachers worrying about the influx of gangs in schools. Today, according to a Pew research study, the top worries, by a landslide, are poverty, chronic absenteeism, anxiety and depression. Dr. Rick Robins, Superintendent for Canyons District at Midvalley elementary, talks with Debbie and Taylor about what the Canyons district is doing to alleviate these worries.

Kids will see something unique this school year, their teacher may be wearing a panic alarm. Debbie and Taylor are joined by Lane Findlay, Weber School District Spokesperson, to walk us through how it works, how much these systems costs, and why schools are arming teachers with panic alarms. Sponsor of the bill that funded these panic alarms, Rep. Ryan Wilcox also joins the show to talk about the funding side of this initiative. Listeners are invited to call and weigh in on if this money is well spent.

While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe. Andy Farnsworth and Steve Salles discuss their initial takes and ask this week's big movie question: what's the greatest movie alien of all-time?

With the boom of online dating has created a new way to find love. But... Pew published research about this last year, that showed about half of Americans aren't convinced online dating is a safe way to meet people. The new Dating at Her Age podcast episode, focuses on why and how Debbie does DIY background checks on single guys who want to connect for a date -- to see if there's anything concerning in their backgrounds.. and we aren't just talking parking tickets.  

We're learning more details about the what led to the death of Friends Star Matthew Perry.  

Federal prosecutors say a broad underground criminal network distributed large amounts of ketamine to the "Friends" actor - and others. Dave and Debbie discuss the latest details and what is known about Ketamine.  

Is your car draining you?  Americans pay nearly $7k per year in hidden car expenses, according to Bankrate. Dave and Debbie break down the list of hidden car expenses.  

Next week, democrats from across the nation will gather in Chicago for their national convention. According to USA Today - big names are expected to speak at the event including President Joe Biden, Former Secretary of State Hilary Clinton, Former president Barack Obama, and more. Oscar Mata, Vice-Chair of the Utah Democratic Party and Ogden resident, joins D2 to discuss if Kamala can rise to the same level of stardom as the other speakers and what is expected at the convention.

The Better Business Bureau is warning that students that cheating on homework through online tutors, could lead to the extortion of students.  Students who hire these online tutors were initially delighted when the tutor did their work for them. But that delight quickly turned to dread when the tutoring company threatened to turn them in for cheating on their assignments. Dave and Debbie discuss helping their children with homework, the pressure students are often under to perform, and how to avoid these scams.