9:05 - Mass protests in China unfolding over COVID lockdowns
China's strict, zero-covid policy .. enacted under China's President Xi Jinping .. is having ripple effects on the economy.Apple is suffering supply issues because of the new COVID lockdownsand President Xi Jinping is being called to resign.
9:20 - 9:35 Gavin Newsom won't challenge president Biden for Democratic Nomination
California Governor Gavin Newson has told the White House he will not challenge President Biden for the democratic nomination for President if Biden runs in 2024. Where does this leave the democratic party in 2024? Is Kamala Harris a contender?PhilWillon, LA Times Reporter on Gavin Newsom & CA politicsjoins the show. Dave and Debbie take listener calls.
9:50 -The costly race for SLCO Council
Democrat Suzanne Harrison outspent Republican Incumbent Richard Snelgrove in the race for SLCO Council. How did money play a factor when it translated to votes?KSL Newsradio Reporter Lindsay Aertsjoins the show with her insight on campaign spending.
10:05 -The continued effort to reduce homelessness
The issue of homelessness is top of mind as the temperature continues to drop. Senator Todd Weiler took a trip to Miami with SLC Police Chief Mike Brown and other member of leadership in Utah to look at reducing homelessness.Senator Todd Weilerjoins the show to discuss.
10:20 - Record online sales for Black Friday
Inflation? No problem. According to CNBC, Black Friday online sales topped $9 Billion this year. Were Americans ever concerned about the economy? Dave and Debbie discuss.
10:35 -10:50 - $800 annual Frontier Flight Pass: is it worth the deal?
Deal or no deal? As we search the web for the best deals this holiday season - one flight deal caught the eye of D2. It ends today! but would you buy an unlimited flight pass through frontier for $800 a year? Dave and Debbie go through the fine print and take listener calls.
11:05 - Chinese PresidentXi Jinpingcalled to resign through China protests
China's strict, zero-covid policy .. enacted under China's President Xi Jinping .. is having ripple effects on the economy.The new COVID lockdownsand President Xi Jinping is being called to resign.Steve Bannister,Director and Chair, Master of Science in International Affairs and Global Enterprise, Economics Department at the University of Utahjoins the show to explain the impact of these protests in China.
11:20 - No Newson 2024 - what does this mean for Democrats in 2024?
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) said he won’t run for president in 2024, even if President Biden declines to run for another term. Newsom said in an interview with Politico that he has told the White House that he is “all in” on Biden running for reelection and told Biden himself during a phone call on Election Day earlier this month.
James Curry, Associate Professor of Political Scienced University of Utah joins the discussion.
11:35 - Financial Risks of Buy Now, Pay Later
Ever heard of BNPL? CNBC: Buy Now Pay Later payments increased by 78% compared with the past week, Thanksgiving week. Divides your online purchase into equal payments. The first is due at time of purchase. Nerd Wallet The fine print: Installment payments due every 2 weeks, $1 convenience charge, late fees up to $10 - others no fees Some retailers offer multiple BNPL payment options at checkout. It’s usually best to pick the one that charges zero interest.Shane Stewart, DMBA Certified Financial Planner joins the discussion to discuss whether this is beneficial or a financial risk.
According to Nord Security, more than a third of Americans – 95.6 million people – have been scammed online.People who have previously experienced a scam admit they would still hand over a bunch of personal but bizarrely irrelevant information for a BIG discount.KSL Investigative Reporter Matt Gephart joins the show.
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