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Deseret Voices

Deseret News
Political Violence
United States
Donald Trump
Artificial Intelligence
Republican Party
Higher Education
Generative AI
Sports Betting
Immigration
Mental Health
Literacy
Democracy
Ethics
Utah
Technology
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Olivia Moultrie
Social Media
Education
Civil Discourse

Welcome to Deseret Voices, a weekly podcast from the Deseret News (deseret.com) that brings depth, nuance and respect to conversations about today’s complex topics and current events. Join our hosts, award-winning journalists McKay Coppins and Jane Clayson Johnson, every Thursday as they go beyond news headlines by talking with newsmakers and thought leaders to find common ground and uncov... more

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Latest Episodes

Lake Powell is 30 feet from the point where water may stop flowing past the dam entirely and the expert who's spent his whole life on this river says we're asking the wrong question. We're not running out of water. We're running out of cheap water. O... more

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While ICE detentions hit record highs and deportation flights resume across the U.S., the woman running the U.N.'s global migration agency says almost everyone is having the wrong conversation. In this rare sit-down, IOM Director General Amy Pope exp... more

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Higher education is facing a season of disruption — from artificial intelligence and affordability concerns to political pressure, public skepticism and shifting demographics. But Baylor University President Dr. Linda Livingstone believes moments of ... more

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Why do good, well-intentioned people make catastrophic ethical missteps? In this episode of “Deseret Voices,” host Jane Clayson Johnson sits down with Princeton University ethics scholar Dr. David W. Miller, author of “The 5 Questions for Ethical Dec... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Linda Livingstone
President of Baylor University
Baylor University
Episode: In the Age of AI, What Is a University Education For — and Is It Still Worth It?
David Miller
Director of the Faith and Work Initiative at Princeton University; author of The 5 Questions for Ethical Decision-Making
Princeton University
Episode: Why Good People Cheat (And How to Stop Yourself)
David Wingate
Professor of Computer Science at Brigham Young University, academic lead for the Consortium for Evaluation of Faith and Ethics in AI
Brigham Young University
Episode: Is AI Erasing Religion? The Surprising New Data
Olivia Moultrie
Professional soccer player, Portland Thorns and USWNT
Portland Thorns / United States Women's National Team
Episode: Olivia Moultrie: Rewriting the Rules of Women’s Soccer
Josh McDaniel
Assistant Professor at Harvard Law School and Director of the Religious Freedom Clinic at Harvard Law
Harvard Law School
Episode: Protecting the Freedom to Choose — or Reject — Faith
Mitt Romney
Former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate
Former U.S. Senate
Episode: Mitt Romney: Finding Faith in America Again
Jon Meacham
Historian and author
Author, historian
Episode: Jon Meacham: The Fragility of the American Experiment
Josh Romney
Co-founder of Great Salt Lake Rising
Great Salt Lake Rising
Episode: Toxic Dust and Economic Collapse: The Real Cost of losing the Great Salt Lake
Ben Abbott
Professor of Ecology, Executive Director of Grow the Flow
Brigham Young University; Grow the Flow
Episode: Toxic Dust and Economic Collapse: The Real Cost of losing the Great Salt Lake

Hosts

Jane Clayson Johnson
Co-host and veteran journalist at Deseret News; frequent interviewer of newsmakers and thought leaders.
McKay Coppins
Host and journalist at Deseret News; leads interviews with policy makers, public figures and experts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 139 ratings
  • I loved this

    Pure and simple, Honest and kind. Thanks for creating content that lifts the spirit

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PJPerz
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the meaningful interviews

    The interviews are great look forward to this each week. I’ve gone back and listened to interviews before I learned of the podcast. Time well spent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    egroup 22
    United States3 months ago
  • My new favorite podcast

    So glad to find this, and I’ve been going back listening to all the past episodes. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LDSAZGIRL
    United States3 months ago
  • Elder Gilbert

    Beautiful and “real” interview with Jane and our newest apostle, Elder Gilbert. Excited to learn each week something new and profound from this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jnr UT
    United States6 months ago
  • Add it to your playlist!

    Jane Clayson Johnson and McKay Coppins, both BYU grads, are credible and accomplished journalists who’ve both reached the top of their field. Deseret News is lucky to have them. I’ve added this to my playlist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dale Cressman
    United States6 months ago

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Some listeners feel there is a political bias in certain episodes.
Fans appreciate civility and practical insights for civic life.
The show is seen as credible, with deep dives beyond headlines.
Listeners praise the balanced, respectful approach and thoughtful guests.
Many describe the conversations as trustworthy and inspiring.

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#170
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Talking Points

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In the Age of AI, What Is a University Education For — and Is It Still Worth It?
Q: How is AI changing the conversations you are having as president of Baylor?
AI is impacting operations, classrooms, and research; it raises concerns about unethical use, integrity of evaluation, and efficiency, while also offering tools to enhance scholarship and analysis.
In the Age of AI, What Is a University Education For — and Is It Still Worth It?
Q: What would you say are the greatest challenges facing higher education today?
The landscape has changed dramatically with demographic shifts, funding changes, visa policies, and the pressures of college athletics, creating uncertainty that makes planning difficult.
Why Good People Cheat (And How to Stop Yourself)
Q: What does ethical fitness look like in practice?
It combines preventive habits, live ethics when under pressure, and restorative ethics after mistakes, plus symbolic reminders and consistency in daily actions to stay aligned with one's values.
Why Good People Cheat (And How to Stop Yourself)
Q: How does faith influence moral decision-making?
Religious traditions offer moral courage and a sense of backing from a higher authority, helping people speak up and act rightly even under threat of consequences.
Why Good People Cheat (And How to Stop Yourself)
Q: Tell me why you wanted to write this book.
Because even people who see themselves as ethical can be surprised to find that life and research show we're not always as ethical as we think; the book aims to help good people stay good by understanding the traps and developing disciplined habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deseret Voices

What is Deseret Voices about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Deseret Voices features thoughtful, civically minded conversations with newsmakers, scholars and leaders across faith, politics, sports and culture. Episodes commonly explore ethics, democracy, religious freedom, and how faith informs public life, often balancing historical context with practical solutions. Noteworthy traits include cross-faith collaboration, a steady focus on civility and depolarization, and a Utah-centered lens that brings regional issues—like water, local governance and community-building—into national conversations. The show frequently features accomplished guests from universities, religious institutions and public life, delivering nuanced storytelling that appeals to listeners seeking principled discourse and real-wor... more

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Recent guests on Deseret Voices include:

1. Dr. Linda Livingstone
2. David Miller
3. David Wingate
4. Olivia Moultrie
5. Josh McDaniel
6. Mitt Romney
7. Jon Meacham
8. Josh Romney

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