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Both Sides of the Aisle is a weekly debate over politics, policy and current issues facing the state of Utah, featuring voices representing the Right, the Center, and the Left.Representing Right is State Auditor John Dougall (R), on the Left is former Salt Lake County Councilwoman Shireen Ghorbani (D), and speaking for the “common sense middle” is Natalie Gochnour, an associate dean in the David E... more

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Our hosts discuss the politics of the election day victors, SCOTUS hearing a case concerning the Trump tariff regime, and predict when the federal government shutdown will come to an end.

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Our hosts discuss why Trump halted trade negotiations with Canada, how the federal government shutdown will affect national food insecurity, and which party will pick Utah Rep. Daniel Thatcher's replacement.

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Our hosts discuss the $40 billion U.S. bailout of Argentina, record-breaking attendance at No Kings protests, and Gov. Cox's thoughts on packing the Utah Supreme Court.

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Our hosts discuss the escalating trade war with China, U.S. bombing ships in the Caribbean, the Gaza ceasefire deal, and how Judge Gibson will evaluate Utah congressional maps.

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Sophia DiCaro
Senior Advisor to Governor Cox and Executive Director of the Governor's Office of Planning and Budget
Governor's Office of Planning and Budget
Episode: Sophia DiCaro and the Utah state budget
Erin Mendenhall
Mayor of Salt Lake City
City of Salt Lake
Episode: Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall
Jim Bradley
Former Salt Lake County Councilmember and local political figure
Episode: Former Salt Lake County Councilmember Jim Bradley
Brian King
Chair of the State Democratic Party and former Salt Lake County Councilman
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Episode: Soft power, income inequality, economic determinism, and the veto period
Phil Dean
Chief economist at the Gardner Policy Institute and public finance senior fellow
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Episode: Utah taxation, revenue, and budget
Sim Gill
District Attorney for Salt Lake County
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Episode: Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill
Wayne Neiderhauser
State Homeless Coordinator for Utah, former State Senate President
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Episode: State Homeless Coordinator Wayne Neiderhauser
Shireen Ghorbani
Former Salt Lake County Councilwoman
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Episode: 2024 election post-mortem and the 2025 Utah Legislative Session
Dan McKay
Senator and businessman
Utah State Senate
Episode: Tariffs, immigration, and what makes a good executive

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Natalie Gochnour
Host representing the Political Center; also serves as an associate dean and director at the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Productive Middle

    I love the dynamic of the hosts and guests in this show. They disagree without being disagreeable. Natalie is a wealth of wisdom. John is beings the experience. Shireen is the heart of the show.

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    Xyon Curtain
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Shutdown politics, judicial pushback, and new Utah congressional maps
Q: What is your reaction on Trump's demand that universities ban the use of race or sex in hiring or admissions?
The idea should be reconsidered because it ignores the diversity of circumstances faced by universities.
Former Salt Lake County Councilmember Jim Bradley
Q: What do you think is going to be the most challenging issue for Utah going forward?
The most pressing issue includes maintaining local control while facing the state legislature's encroachment on municipal management, specifically in matters affecting local governance.
Former Salt Lake County Councilmember Jim Bradley
Q: What were some of the biggest challenges when you first entered that seat?
Some of the major challenges included the management of a large budget and understanding the numerous roles the commission held, as well as the balancing act required during a significant transition period for the local government.
Federal funding, the media, and proposed Utah legislation
Q: Why is the legislation to end collective bargaining for public workers concerning?
It is concerning because it restricts the structured engagement between government officials and union representations, potentially undermining worker rights and protections.
Federal funding, the media, and proposed Utah legislation
Q: What kind of programs are affected by the government funding freeze?
The biggest programs affected include Medicaid and various grant programs, particularly those related to health services and support for vulnerable populations.

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