Richard Markosian

Utah Stories Show

Society EN ↓ 100 episodes

The Utah Stories Show fosters conversations about important issues that relate to the quality of life for all Utahns. We will be hosting guests who are government leaders, industry leaders, entrepreneurs and those who are the thought leaders in Utah's changing culture, especially those who are seeking to make Utah into a better place. A large part of what we seek to do is hold government leaders accountable to the people, and have them answer the tough questions related to policy and quality of life in Utah. While this show is political, we plan on keeping our approach balanced and fair, as we...

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Richard Markosian

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Society

Latest episode

Nov 24, 2025

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Stories From The Other Side Series: Full Interview with Jordan Holdaway 08.10.2024

Just a couple of years ago, I stumbled upon a program that is saving taxpayers millions of dollars to reform the lives of criminals and ex-convicts. This organization is called the Other Side Academy, and it's growing here in Utah and it's changing and shaping the way we think about prison and prison reform. I'll be sharing with you over the next few months stories of people from that program.

Supreme Court Rules No Camping — What Does this Mean For Utah's Homeless? 17.07.2024

Dale Keller from Solutions Utah comes on the Utah Stories podcast to discuss Utah's homeless, the Supreme's Court's decision, Housing First, affordable housing, and more.  Here is Solutions Utah's website for more info: https://solutionsutah.org. Here is The Other Side Academy's website for more info: https://www.theothersideacademy.com. Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free...

Utah Housing Has Risen Among Top in the U.S.—State Leader Answers Your Questions 03.07.2024

Utah is in the midst of a housing and homeless crisis. Gov. Cox appointed Steve Waldrip as new Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy and Innovation, which is similar to a special task force created to solve the problem. Waldrip is a former Utah State legislator, developer and attorney. Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free digital newsletter. There you can also support our jour...

Housing Tzar Answers What Utah State Legislature is Doing to Lower Costs 03.07.2024

Utah is in the midst of a housing and homeless crisis. Gov. Cox appointed Steve Waldrip as new Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy and Innovation, which is similar to a special task force created to solve the problem. Wadrip is a former Utah State legislator, developer and attorney. Here he is on the Utah Stories podcast. Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free digital newslett...

Are Modern Agriculture and Chemical "Solutions" Causing Chronic Disease? 26.06.2024

Infertility rates have nearly doubled in the past decade, accompanied by a sharp rise in chronic diseases like diabetes and heart conditions, yet public awareness remains limited. Despite an $11.5 billion budget and extensive resources, the CDC focuses on who and where rather than why Americans are increasingly unhealthy. Socio-economic status emerges as the primary predictor of chronic disease pr...

Why Not Build Tiny Homes To Solve The Affordable Housing Crisis? 19.06.2024

Housing is getting increasingly more expensive, could tiny homes be the solution? Richard Markosian discusses this in this episode of the podcast. Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free digital newsletter. There you can also support our journalism by subscribing to our print magazine for $3 per month. Follow us on: Instagram @UtahStories Twitter @UtahStories

Fentanyl Is Causing Homelessness: What Utah Governor Cox Wants To Do About It 13.06.2024

Despite TOSA's remarkable success in aiding homeless individuals without government funding, state-funded homeless services in Utah face significant challenges, including lack of accountability and ineffective implementation. The Solutions Utah conference shed light on the increasing homelessness crisis in Salt Lake City, fueled by rising housing prices and scarcity. Governor Spencer Cox endorsed...

Grandparents Brave Parenting Their Grandchildren Amidst Drug Addiction Crisis Part Two 03.06.2024

We continue our discussion with these brave women from Grandparents with Open Arms. Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free digital newsletter. There you can also support our journalism by subscribing to our print magazine for $3 per month. Follow us on: Instagram @UtahStories Twitter @UtahStories

Grandparents Brave Parenting Their Grandchildren Amidst Drug Addiction Crisis 03.06.2024

Today on Utah Stories we welcome Theresa Ellis and Melonie Trujillo who are part of the group Grandparents with Open Arms. We have an open and honest discussion about the struggles of adoption especially as a grandparent. Please go to their website to check out this amazing organization. Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free digital newsletter. There you can also support our...

Do Utah Residents Live In Rural Areas? 23.05.2024

On today's top 5:  Do Utah Residents Live In Rural Areas?  How Much Will It Cost Salt Lake City Residents To Fund The NHL Sports District?  Who's Running to fill the Democrat spot for Utah's 2nd Congressional District?  Utah's Best Outdoor Burger Spots  Utah's New Homeless Board Faces Warning of Severe Mental Health Bed Shortage  

Utah Bid To Host Sundance Advances 22.05.2024

On today's top 5:    Why Utahns Like To Collect Things?  The Emergence of Immigrant Entrepreneur Women in Salt Lake Advocates Want SLC Sports District to Include Affordable Housing  How Much Is UDOT Receiving For Utah County Projects?  Utah Bid To Host Sundance Advances   

Do You Have Enough Money To Afford A Home In Utah? 20.05.2024

On today's top 5:  Affordable Housing in Utah is Increasingly Out of Reach  Why Does Cox Want An ICE Facility in Utah? Do you have enough money to afford a home in Utah?  Anti-Zionist Bar Owner Is Facing Eviction From The Gateway  SLC Girlies Walk Club   

Why Is Millcreek Canyon Being Sprayed with Roundup this Spring? 15.05.2024

On today's top 5:  Millcreek Canyon Sprayed with Roundup this Spring GameStop Stocks Are Soaring Today  How Does Biden Banning Russian Uranium Impact Utah?  Culinary Masterpieces from Salt Lake City's Finest Bakeries A Christian Church Morphs into a Small Businesses Space in Salt Lake City

Northern Lights Could Be Seen From Utah This Weekend 13.05.2024

On today's top 5:  Northern Lights Could Be Seen From Utah This Weekend  Kilby Block Party Was This Past Weekend  What Are The Newest Housing Developments?  Part of Kane Creek Development Turned Down by County  How Is A.I. Affecting the U.S. Power Grid and Will Affect Utahns  

Is Glyphosate Good For The Wilderness? 10.05.2024

On today's episode, Richard Markosian discusses the glyphosate and it's affects on the wilderness. Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free digital newsletter. There you can also support our journalism by subscribing to our print magazine for $3 per month. Follow us on: Instagram @UtahStories Twitter @UtahStories

Why Did A Solar Company Get $40 Million In Tax Breaks From Utah? 10.05.2024

On today's top 5:  Solar Company Accused of Fraud Received $40 Million in Tax Breaks  Las Vegas LDS Temple Ban Is Being Scrutinized, Although Plan Is Not Finalized  Can Californians Afford to Live in California?  14 Projects Along The Wasatch Front Are Approved Sugar House Rocks!

What Is Utah's NHL Team Going To Be Called? 08.05.2024

On today's top 5:  May 2024 Events  Mayor Mendenhall Has $475 Million Budget Request  Is Utah The Best State?  What Is Utah's NHL Team Going To Be Called?  What Are Katherine Heigl's Go-To Utah Restaurants?   

Snow in May? 06.05.2024

On today's top 5:  Therapy Dogs Taking Over Salt Lake's Courtrooms  Utahns Inducted to the US Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame  Snow in May?  Kilby Block Party Is Coming Up This Weekend Utah Police Officer Killed In Hit and Run   

Transgender Bathroom Laws Are Creating Confusion In Utah Schools 03.05.2024

On today's top 5:  Are Gen Zer's Over College and Turning To Trade School?  Resort In Utah Is The First To Receive Certification From DarkSky International  Transgender Bathroom Laws Are Creating Confusion In Utah Schools  The Battle Against Kane Creek Development Is Ongoing For Moab Locals  Cinco De Mayo at Fácil  

17 arrests were made at The University of Utah's Pro-Palestine Rally 01.05.2024

On today's top 5:  The Lights Fest, Sky Lantern Festival Is Coming To Utah  Utah Has The Sixth Biggest Decline In Homeownership Over The Past Ten Years  17 arrests were made at The University of Utah's Pro-Palestine Rally  Democratic Nominee Will Step Down After Claiming He Is Anti Joe Biden  Dangerous Crash in Provo?   

A Utah Cat Was Shipped Far Away From Home 30.04.2024

On today's top 5:  A Utah Cat Was Shipped Far Away From Home  Ogden River Is Nearing Flood Stage  Off-Roading in Moab is Still Wide-Open for Business  A Utah High School Charges Its Students a Fee for Skipping Classes $60 Million From 90's Tobacco Era Settlement Headed to Utah 

Is Sundance Leaving Utah? 26.04.2024

On today's top 5:  Utah Gives NHL A Very Warm Welcome  Utah Is The First State in 25 Years To Create A Program For Modular Housing  Trails Are Opening in Butterfield Canyon  Is Sundance Leaving Utah?  Fused Nightlight Workshop   

How Did Utah Congressional Members Vote For Ukraine? 24.04.2024

On today's top 5:  Banksy Found in Park City Is Utah One of the Best States To Work From Home?  Yoga With Sharks  Dynamite Explodes in House in Holladay, Utah  How Did Utah Congressional Members Vote For Ukraine?   

What Restaurants Are Earth Friendly in Salt Lake? 22.04.2024

On today's top 5:  What Restaurants Are Earth Friendly in Salt Lake?   Sexual Assault Awareness Trivia Night  Kevin Bacon Visits Payson Highschool   University of Utah Women's Gymnastics Places Third at NCAA Finals  Ogden's 25th Street Earns 3rd Best Main Street   

Utah's Largest River Is On The Top Of The Most Endangered List 19.04.2024

On today's top 5:    Utah's Largest River Is On The Top Of The Most Endangered List  Will Moab Housing Be More Affordable?  Brock Purdy and Anna Frey Were In A Commercial Together?  BYU Has A New Basketball Coach Who Is Getting Rich From Failed Homeless Housing in Utah?   

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