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Ever wonder what’s really going on behind the scenes in Utah politics? From the Capitol to your headphones, Special Session with Bryan Schott breaks down the most important news stories from the world of Utah politics. Bryan Schott has been covering Utah politics for more than 25 years, digging into the stories that matter the most to you. He brings insights into politics and policy and interviews with newsmakers to help you understand what’s driving the latest headlines.

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"The whole thing is dumb" 38:53

8 днів тому38:53

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Utah elected officials are talking tough about possible violence ahead of protests scheduled all over Utah this weekend. A group of Republicans in Riverton issued a completely over the top statement warning protesters against committing any violence or vandalism. They're worried a similar situation to what transpired in Los Angeles could happen here, but their rhetoric doeesn't match the reality of what is happening in California. There are legitimate questions about the cozy relationship Utah lawmakers have with Jen Brown, a right-wing activist and founder of Utah Citizens for the Constitution, after her connections to a Nazi sympathizer came to light. Brown has been tapped to help guide a taxpayer funded national initiative on federalism, despite her having no academic credentials or expertise on the Constitution. Gov. Spencer Cox says the fight between the Utah Legislature and Salt Lake City over Pride flags is "dumb." but, when he had a chance to veto the law, which he also thinks is "dumb," he punted. Sen. Mike Lee wants to sell public lands to help pay for tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans. Sen. John Curtis casts doubt that the Senate will pass the "big, beautiful bill" by July 4. Rep. Blake Moore says everybody should have known Elon Musk was "exaggerating" when he said he would cut $2 billion from the federal budget. Sign up for my newsletter for free at UtahPoliticalWatch.news , and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support our Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news . Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads SOURCE LINKS: An activist helping to shape the Utah Legislature's federalism push placed a Nazi-sympathizer in a leadership role in her own organization ChristianDrain.com 'The whole thing's dumb.' Utah Gov. Cox blasts Pride flag battle with Salt Lake City DOGE caucus leader says Elon Musk made a 'massive exaggeration' about spending cuts Senate GOP plan would sell millions of acres of Western public land Sen. John Curtis says July 4 deadline to pass Trump's tax bill is 'false'…

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The royal hierarchy of Twitter dweebs 51:38

14 днів тому51:38

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Utah's Republican members of Congress sure like to talk about how they're worried about government debt and deficits, but they're twisting themselves into knots to justify their support for the massive reconciliation bill, which will blow a $2.4 trillion hole in the budget. Rep. Trevor Lee had an outburst on social media after the Utah Mammoth posted a Pride-themed version of its logo, threatening legislation to force political neutrality on organizations receiving taxpayer funds. Experts say that would be unconstitutional. Sen. Mike Lee is in a tough spot amid the messy feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Lee also proposed a constitutional amendment to kick every member of Congress out of office if inflation rises above 3% - which is a recipe for political instability. Utah House Republicans reshuffled their leadership team, electing Rep. Casey Snider as Majority Leader. This comes amid growing tensions between the legislature and judiciary, highlighted by calls for Judge John Torgerson to resign or be impeached. Sign up for my newsletter for free at UtahPoliticalWatch.news , and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support our Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news . Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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Trust the science...unless it conflicts with your politics 32:51

19 днів тому32:51

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How do Utah Republicans decide whether a study is credible? If it aligns with their politics, they embrace it - even if it relies on fabricated research. If it contradicts their agenda, they ignore it. Utah Democrats pick Brian King as their new party chairman. What will it take for the state's superminority party to start making an impact politically? Rep. Blake Moore was all in on Elon Musk and DOGE. Now, he's trying to distance himself from Musk as quickly as possible. Sign up for my newsletter for free at UtahPoliticalWatch.news , and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support our Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news . Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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Has the Utah GOP figured out how to finally kill SB54? 41:43

29 днів тому41:43

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Is the Utah Republican Party scheming to overturn SB54 and ditch signature gathering, restoring convention delegates as party gatekeepers? Utah's members of Congress say they're fiscal conservatives, but they won't explain why they voted for the "big, beautiful bill" that blows a big, ugly $3.8 trillion hole in the budget. A scary incident involving Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall underlines the danger of our current political moment. Sign up for my newsletter for free at UtahPoliticalWatch.news , and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support our Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news . Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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GOP Convention Wrap-up 25:21

5 weeks тому25:21

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This week, we're wrapping up the 2025 Utah Republican Party Convention: Rob Axson wins another term as party chair. Where does Phil Lyman go from here? It sure sounds like Utah Republicans are hatching a plan to repeal SB54 before the 2026 election. Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news . Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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Could 74 Republicans beat one Salt Lake City Mayor in a fight over Pride flags? 45:21

6 weeks тому45:21

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Utah lawmakers face off against Salt Lake City in a battle over Pride flags. The state’s most successful signature gathering effort in history puts a union-busting bill on the ballot. Could Donald Trump influence the future leadership of the Utah Republican party? Plus, a deep dive into the upcoming GOP convention, where the party's direction hangs in the balance. Also, some corrections from last week's episode. Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news . Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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More L's than the Planet Krypton 1:05:32

7 weeks тому1:05:32

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The Utah Legislature faces a tough reality as the referendum to overturn the anti-union bill surpasses its signature goal, signaling a significant pushback against Republican lawmakers. A judge's ruling that the state's private school voucher program is unconstitutional leaves legislative leaders scrambling to respond. With no veto override session on the horizon, Governor Spencer Cox's vetoes remain intact Plus a conversation with former New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman, co-founder of the Forward Party, as we discuss the recent merger with the United Utah Party and the unique structure of this new political entity. How will they navigate the challenges of a two-party system? What strategies will they employ to resonate with voters? Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news . Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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320,000 is a LOT of signatures 29:25

9 weeks тому29:25

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In this week's episode: Unions collect 320,000 signatures for the referendum to overturn the union busting bill. Utah's economy earns praise from a conservative group, but dark clouds may be on the horizon. A Utah congressman visits a notorious prison in El Salvador. What is Jason Chaffetz up to? Mike Lee's bestie Elon Musk has a LOT of kids. Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email me at schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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Sen. Mike Lee - the Jar Jar Binks of Congress 27:35

11 weeks тому27:35

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In this week's episode: The Utah Legislature is poised to override a veto of a bill pushed by conspiracy theorists. What did the Utah Board of Education waste time on this week? A merger to create the 6th largest political party in Utah. The parallels between Sen. Mike Lee and Jar Jar Binks. Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email me at schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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So long Sundance, hello Pride flag ban. 34:11

12 weeks тому34:11

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In this week's episode: 👋 Sundance says farewell 🚫🏳️‍🌈 Utah is the first state to ban Pride flags and fluoride in drinking water 🗳️Gov. Spencer Cox nixes vote-by-mail 😳 The effort to overturn Utah's union busting bill gets off to an impressive start 👉 An update on my lawsuit against the Utah Legislature Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If you'd like to sponsor this podcast, email me at schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news Follow us on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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Utah vs. the Cavity Creeps 1:12:12

14 weeks тому1:12:12

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In this week's episode: Could the Pride flag ban prompt the Sundance Film Festival to flee the state? Lawmakers quietly gut Utah's open records law. Freebies for lawmakers during the session. Utah is on the verge of letting the Cavity Creeps win. My guest this week is Austin Archer . He's a Utah born actor, writer and online social media content creator. His social media posts lampooning conservatives and Trump voters have gained a large following. He joins the show to talk about political satire, how he portrays Trump supporters and why conservatives aren't good at producing art. Follow Austin on TikTok , and YouTube . Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If there's a topic or guest you'd like to hear, drop me a line at schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news Catch me on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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George Orwell warned us 35:28

15 weeks тому35:28

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In this week's episode of Special Session: The 2025 Utah Legislature is over. Legislative leaders aren't going to let a minor thing like a bill dying in committee stop them. Legislators pick a fight with the state auditor over office space...and lose. Phil Lyman wants to run the Utah Republican Party. My guest this week is Sen. Daniel Thatcher. He announced Friday that he was leaving the Republican Party to join the Utah Forward Party. Thatcher says the Republican majority is becoming increasingly disconnected from the public. We’ll discuss his decision and how he will approach his job as a caucus of one. Want more? Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If there's a topic or guest you'd like to hear, drop me a line at schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news Catch me on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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The reality doesn't match the rhetoric 31:56

16 weeks тому31:56

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In this week's episode of Special Session: Governor Cox and legislative leaders are throwing a party over education funding that might not be all it's cracked up to be. Next year's budget is going to be tight, but don't worry...there's always room for tax cuts. The legislature hatches a plan to take control of political debates in Utah. We explain why this is a scary idea that should upset you. Plus, Phil Lyman wants to run the Utah GOP. Don't forget to hit subscribe and drop us a rating! Want more? Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If there's a topic or guest you'd like to hear, drop me a line at schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news Catch me on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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Budgets and public records and punishing judges! Oh my! 45:16

17 weeks тому45:16

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In this week's episode of Special Session: Budget blues hit as lawmakers grapple with disappointing revenue news. Utah AFL/CIO president Jeff Worthington joins the show to discuss HB267, the union-busting bill that takes away collective bargaining rights for public employees. Utah lawmakers want to make it harder and more expensive for the public to access government records - because who doesn't love a little secrecy? We're supposed to have 3 co-equal branches of government, right? Not so fast... Don't forget to hit subscribe and drop us a rating! Want more? Sign up for my newsletter at Utah Political Watch for free, and consider becoming a paying subscriber to support my Utah politics coverage. If there's a topic or guest you'd like to hear, drop me a line at schott@utahpoliticalwatch.news Catch me on social media: Bluesky TikTok Instagram Facebook Threads…

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Pride flags? No. Nazi flags? You betcha! 35:04

18 weeks тому35:04