9:05 - Weather, traffic, and avalanche danger
Snow day #4! D2 starts the show with the latest weather forecast from Kristen Van Dyke from the KSL Weather Center. Andy Farnsworth bring the latest with the traffic trouble spots and the latest on avalanche danger with Utah Avalanche Center as they speak with Craig Gordon.
9:20 -The Science of Snowflakes and Snowpack
Utah has some of the greatest snow here on earth! Apparently utah's snowflakes are alot different than other areas, how does it impact the greatest snow on earth? How is it maintained? Jim Steenburgh, Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Utah, joins the show to talk about the science of snowflakes and how they impact Utah’s snow.
9:35 - Legislature perspective of the Salt Lake School District audit
After reviewing the new Salt Lake City School District audit, many people have expressed anger over how much money has been wasted. The school board members have cost taxpayers millions of dollars - all because they refused to close schools with declining student enrollment. Utah State Representative Jen Dailey-Provost joins the show to share her thoughts and give the legislative approach to it.
9:50 - Gov. Cox’s proposal for free UTA for a year
Governor Cox said he wants free transit for all for a year, which is great news for people who use UTA services on a regular basis. The feasibility study would cost around $25 million, but who’s going to be paying for it? Dave and Maura discuss.
10:05 - 10:20 - Is a 4-day school week a good idea?
The regular school week that all students are familiar with is the 5-day week that runs from Monday through Friday. Now, school districts are considering cutting it down to a 4-day week from Monday through Thursday. Is this a good idea? Dave and Maura discuss, Followed by listener calls.
10:35 - 10:50 - Does every teacher deserve the teacher compensation increase?
Governor Cox announced his plan to increase the teacher compensation by $6,000 for all teachers in Utah. The question is, does every single teacher deserve it? Renée Pinkney, President of Utah Education Association, joins the show to share perspective from teachers. Followed by listener calls.
(may be a good split segment? for podcast?)
10:55 - The off-duty fire fighter who helped Utah avalanche survivor
Yesterday a skier was partially buried in an avalanche in Neffs Canyon and suffered a broken leg was finally brought off the mountain Wednesday evening following a daylong rescue effort. Dave and Maura switch gears as they speak with Tom Elbrecht (el -breckt) - Unified Fire Authority who was in the area and helped with the rescue of the victim while he was off duty.
11:05 - The significance of Bill of Rights Day
Today is Bill of Rights Day. The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the Constitution, and it was ratified on December 15, 1791. We all know about the right to free speech and the right to bear arms, but what about the rest? Boyd Matheson, Host of Inside Sources, joins the show to give an in-depth explanation of what the Bill of Rights is and why it is so important.
11:20 - Increasing practical knowledge with project-based learning
Utah’s executive branch has 1,000 jobs that don’t require a college degree. So now, Governor Cox wants to get rid of that requirement as a whole. That means Bachelor's degrees are no longer necessary in the employee recruitment process. Are people prepared enough to work degree-less? Meghan Meredith, the Head of School at Utah Virtual Academy, joins the show to share her thoughts on this idea of removing the degree requirement.
11:35 - How to combat isolation during the holidays
People usually think of the holidays as a time full of love and joy, but it can also be a time of stress and loneliness. With COVID-19 and the seasonal flu going around, people have been gathering less often. Jeremy Cunningham, Public Policy Director of the Alzheimer’s Association, joins the show to share tips on how we can make sure loved ones who live alone get the interaction they need in the winter.
11:50 - The controversial Gondola in the Winter
Snow packed roads through the canyons are showcasing why the argument for the Gondola has come about. Dave and Maura discuss the issue and what difference the gondola would make in the winter up Little Cottonwood canyon.
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