Conference Conversations
Conference Conversations

Conference Conversations

Special programming and content brought to you by KSL NewsRadio for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during General Conference weekends. Listen for great conversations of faith that will appeal to members of The Church, but also Christians in general.

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President Nelson at 100: A man of faith and science

President Nelson at 100: A man of faith and science

On Sept. 9, 2024, President Russell M. Nelson, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, turned 100 years old. In his tenure as leader of the Church, he has guided members through a worldwide pandemic, spearheaded a home-centered and Church-supported curriculum with the “Come, Follow Me” program, announced 168 temples worldwide, and reminded members to “Keep on the covenant path.” In this radio special, Church News‘ new editor and podcast host, Jon Ryan Jensen, explores this man of faith and science

Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL Newsradio for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during General Conference weekends. Listen for great conversations on faith that will appeal to members of the Church but also Christians in general.  

The Inspired Constitution: Timely lessons from a timeless document

The Inspired Constitution: Timely lessons from a timeless document

Inside Sources and Sunday Edtion’s host Boyd Matheson explores a landmark address from a senior leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, along with scholars and experts regarding the origins, creative process, and staying power of the Constitution of the United States of America. Some have said the Constitution is part of the problem in a polarized country, while others see it as a unifying document that is as timely as it is timeless. Boyd examines lessons learned from a document that, while not perfect, has produced a republic truly extraordinary in world history.

Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL Newsradio for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during General Conference weekends. Listen for great conversations on faith that will appeal to members of the Church but also Christians in general.  

Meet the New Deseret News Editor: Sarah Jane Weaver

Meet the New Deseret News Editor: Sarah Jane Weaver

In May 2024, Sarah Jane Weaver was named editor of the Deseret News; this appointment comes after nearly 30 years as a reporter and editor working to create “a living record of the Restoration" of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the Church News. In this radio special, Sarah sits down with the new Church News editor, Ryan Jensen, to discuss the sacred responsibility to report and elevate understanding

Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL Newsradio for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during General Conference weekends. Listen for great conversations on faith that will appeal to members of the Church but also Christians in general.  

Secure Our World, brought to you by Be Ready Utah, a division of Emergency Management

Secure Our World, brought to you by Be Ready Utah, a division of Emergency Management

As technology becomes more prevalent in our everyday lives, so too does the need for better security and awareness. In this special, sponsored by Be Ready Utah, a Division of Emergency Management, Tim Hughes sits down with Utah Department of Public Safety's Sergeant Jeffrey Plank to discuss ways you can keep you and your family safe from cyber-attacks. 

Hosted by Tim Hughes; produced by Randall Jeppesen.

Looking ahead to the 2034 Winter Olympics

Looking ahead to the 2034 Winter Olympics

KSL NewsRadio hosts Amanda Dickson and Jeff Caplan look ahead to the 2034 Winter Olympics and how the state of Utah will get ready. They go in-depth about the events, volunteers, and transportation with the CEO of US Ski & Snowboard, Sophie Goldschmidt; Event Manager at the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, Mari Riser; and Executive Director of Utah Transit Authority, Jay Fox. Finally, they get the athlete perspective from two-time Olympic Medalist Shannon Bahrke Happe & future Olympic-hopeful Mason Schwarzenbach.  

Hosted by Amanda Dickson and Jeff Caplan. Produced/edited by Mitch von Puttkammer & Al Pace. 

DIY Background Checks: Your checklist for safer dating Not One Drop: How much alcohol is healthy?

Not One Drop: How much alcohol is healthy?

A new meta-analysis looking at years of studies on alcohol consumption shows that alcohol is never healthy for us, in any amount. Dr. Tom Miller, Chief Medical Officer at University of Utah Health, breaks down this analysis and simplifies its findings for listeners who choose to enjoy libations. But there is more to consider than alcohol's impact on the body alone. Randall Carlisle, Media and Community Affairs Specialist at Odyssey House of Utah, shares his story about alcohol addiction.   

Hosted by Dave Noriega; produced by Mitch von Puttkammer.  

Condemned to Die: Examining the death penalty through a lens of faith

Condemned to Die: Examining the death penalty through a lens of faith

The topic of capital punishment often evokes strong emotion. Some say the idea of condemning a person to death is the only way those who commit certain crimes can repent. Others say only God should be able to say who lives and dies. In this special, KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas and KSL at Night host Adam Gardiner sit down with various religious leaders and scholars from around Utah to get their religion's perspective on the death penalty. We hear from Very Reverend Martin Diaz, Rector at the The Cathedral of the Madeleine; Rabbi Avremi Zippel of Chabad Lubavitch of Utah; and Professor Patrick Mason, Professor of Religious Studies and History, Leonard J. Arrington Chair of Mormon History and Culture, Director - Religious Studies Program at Utah State University.

Hosted by Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner; produced by Becky Bruce, Noah Giles, and Andy Cupp. 

BYU Hawaii: Celebrating the school's vision of intercultural peace and unity

BYU Hawaii: Celebrating the school's vision of intercultural peace and unity

Earlier this year, Church News executive editor Sarah Jane Weaver gave a devotional to the students of BYU Hawaii. While there, she spoke with BYUH President John "Keoni" S.K. Kauwe III about the school's unique and cultural history, the 60th anniversary of the Polynesian Cultural Center, and the school's vision of intercultural peace and unity as the preeminent international center of learning in the Pacific. Produced by Church News Podcast producer KellieAnn Halvorsen

Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL Newsradio for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints during General Conference weekends. Listen for great conversations on faith that will appeal to members of the Church but also Christians in general.  

Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez; the original no residue carpet cleaning service. Their patented Powered Water® Technology is able to provide a better clean without using harsh chemicals or detergents. Learn more at ZeroRezSaltLake.com.

The Apostles: Ordinary men, extraordinary ministry

The Apostles: Ordinary men, extraordinary ministry

This conference special explores the world religious leaders that are the Apostles and First Presidnecy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. KSL NewsRadio host Boyd Matheson shares personal insight into each of these fifteen unique yet ordinary men called from various backgrounds for an extraordinary ministry. He paints a personal portrait of each and what they bring to members of the faith as they are sent around the world to stand as Special Witnesses of Jesus Christ.

Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL Newsradio for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints during General Conference weekends. Listen for great conversations on faith that will appeal to members of the Church but also Christians in general.  

Conference Conversations is sponsored by ZeroRez; the original no residue carpet cleaning service. Their patented Powered Water® Technology is able to provide a better clean without using harsh chemicals or detergents. Learn more at ZeroRezSaltLake.com.

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