KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson saw an article this week about "adult sabbaticals" - taking a year off to travel or do something different in midlife instead of right after highschool. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View if they would like an adult sabbatical. Her guests this week include Meghan Holbrook, Senior Vice Pr…

The Supreme Court heard arguments this week on a case from Oregon. The city made it against the law to sleep outside. The homeless people went to court and argued that law was a violation of the 8th Amendment protection against cruel and unusual punishment. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what the answer is. Her gu…

We are seeing protests on college campuses all over the country. When you look at these protestors, do you see anti-semetism or pro-justice for the oppressed? Are they really pro-Hamas or are they pro-Palestinian . . . or don't you make a distinction? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Me…

This week we saw 12,400 people pack the Delta Center to welcome our new NHL team. It was quite a moment, and the players, coach and GM seemed humbled by the outpouring of affection. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests if they're excited to have an NHL team here in Utah. Her guests this week include Meghan Holbrook, Senior Vice President…

We watched the jury selection process this week as former President Trump is on trial in what is being called the "hush money" trial. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson started asking herself - could I be a juror in this case? She posed that question to her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Trish Hatch, coordinator of the CASA prog…

Cailin Clark is a sensation. The women's final games in the NCAA tournament had more viewers than the men's! If she has the same impact on the WNBA, will that break even more sports wide open? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Trish Hatch, coordinator of the CASA program, Kelli Pierce, d…

There was a poll this week that asked Gen Z when they will retire. A significant percentage said age 60. But more and more of us are working well past 65 and into their 70's and 80's. When will you be able to retire? Ever? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Trish Hatch, coordinator of the…

As each generation comes of age, their experience of the American dream is different. The Greatest Generation taught their Baby Boomer children to be hard workers and seek home ownership. Is that what Baby Boomers taught their children? How will Gen Z be able to ever own a home? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her…

Business leaders gathered in Utah recently to talk about when the private sector should take on societal issues. Should private businesses address the homeless issue, environmental issues or child care? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Dr. Tamara Sheffield, Medical Director for Immuniza…

Do you consider privacy a right? A consumer right? An individual right? The EU has done more to protect privacy than we do in the U.S. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Dr. Tamara Sheffield, Medical Director for Immunization Programs at Intermountain Health and Robbyn Scribner…

"Let's talk about algorithms," KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson said. She is concerned about algorithms deciding what we're interested in, blocking some content that we could learn from. She wanted to ask her guests on A Woman's View how they feel about algorithms curating their lives. Her guests this week include Dr. Tamara Sheffield, Medical Direct…

Elon Musk predicted last week that AI will be smarter than the smartest human next year. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson wanted to ask her guests how AI is affecting their professions and their lives. "As AI can do more and more things, the things AI cannot do will be become more essential." Her guests this week include Dr. Tamara Sheffield, Medical…

We hear a lot about culture wars in schools - gender, book banning, critical race theory, politics. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson sits down with three teachers this week to ask them what culture wars they've seen in their classrooms and schools. Kim Gardner has been a teacher for 33 years in both elementary and middle school. Dr. DeLaina Tonks is …

How do teachers feel about cell phones in the classroom? What is the best way to address this problem - school by school, by district, by state law? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson sits down with three teachers this week. Kim Gardner has been a teacher for 33 years in both elementary and middle school. Dr. DeLaina Tonks is a former teacher and now E…

We hear all the time about how AI is changing the world. That very much includes education. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked Utah teachers how they see AI - helpful or a hindrance in the classroom? She sits down with three teachers this week. Kim Gardner has been a teacher for 33 years in both elementary and middle school. Dr. DeLaina Tonks is …

When was the last time you spent even a day in your local school? What are the joys and challenges for teachers in 2024 at all levels of education? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson sits down with three teachers this week. Kim Gardner has been a teacher for 33 years in both elementary and middle school. Dr. DeLaina Tonks is a former teacher and now Ex…

The World Happiness Report just came out. The United States fell way back. We used to be #10 in the world. We fell to 23rd, but if you look at younger Americans, we fell all the way to 62nd. What is going on here? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Angel Krull, Director of Major Gifts and…

We saw a bipartisan bill pass the House this week that would ban TikTok from the United States unless the Chinese government sells its interest in the company. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think about the data mining that goes on with all social media companies and with this Chinese company specificall…

We saw an article this week about some skiers at Alta, senior citizen skiers, just cruising down the hill. KSL Newsrado's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they see themselves enjoying in their later years. If we're lucky enough to live that long, what do you see yourself doing? Her guests this week include Angel Krull, Directo…

We learned this week that the average bonus on Wall Street went DOWN to $176,500. That's not the salary - that's the bonus! This just blew KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson away. During a time when we hear about the pain of inflation every day, how is this happening? Why are all profits going back to stockholders and Wall Street and not being shared w…

KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson just finished a biography about a female war correspondent in World War II, Korea and Vietnam named Maggie Higgins. She asked her guests on A Woman's View to share a woman in history who has inspired them. Her guests this week include Susan Spiers, CEO of the Utah Association of CPAs, Nancy Lord, former Utah Republica…

There is a new apartment complex going up in Salt Lake City that was designed with loneliness in mind. Young people can have their own bedroom and bathrooms, but there are communal kitchens and living spaces. It's sort of like a dorm, but you don't have to be a student. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. H…

New data shows that young girls are not as resilient as young boys. 52% of girls surveyed agreed with the statement, "When things go wrong, I give myself a hard time." KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Susan Spiers, CEO of the Utah Association of CPAs, Nancy Lord, former Utah …

We learned this week that we will, in fact, have a rematch of Joe Biden v Donald Trump, even though more than half of Americans didn't want this. Donald Trump got more than 50% of the vote at the chaotic Republican caucuses. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests what they think of the caucus and the rematch. Her guests this week include S…

Uah Senate Majority Whip Ann Millner has the idea to give all highschool graduates the opportunity to serve, much like members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints go on missions. It's called One Utah Fellowship, and it would give young adults of all faiths the chance to serve qualified nonprofits here in Utah to gain experience, pers…

This week, Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes was ordered by a judge to share his official calendar with the news media. He had fought to keep those private. Hours after the ruling, the Utah legislature passed a bill that says going forward, all public officials' calendars will not be considered public documents under Utah's GRAMA law (Government Rec…

Kellogg's CEO said this week that families struggling with food costs should just serve their families cereal for dinner. That felt a little like "like them eat cake" to KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson. She asked her guests on A Woman's View how they're handling inflation in food prices. Her guests this week include Sally Dietlein, Executive Produce…

We have been affected by a teacher shortage here in Utah, as many states have been. Is part of the answer lowering the requirements for teachers so more professionals can work in the classroom? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View, all three current or former teachers, what they think. Her guests this week include Sally…

Senator Lee appeared at UVU with the former Prime Minister of Great Britain Liz Truss to talk about federal government. Truss argued for doing away with or drastically reducing the federal beaucracy. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about the role of the federal government. Her guests this week include former Utah State Senator and R…

We learned this week that the FBI informant, Alexander Smirnov, lied to the FBI about the Bidens taking bribes from a Ukrainian interest. We also learned he got his false information from Russian operatives. Now what? When his information formed the basis of the Biden impeachment, should that go on without the supporting evidence? KSL Newsradio's A…

Natalie Cline, Utah State School Board member, has been under intense scrutiny for a social media post that questioned the gender of a female high school basketball player. Should Cline be impeached? Should she be kicked out of office? Or should she be allowed to run and possibly win that seat again? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests …

There was an article in the Wall Street Journal this week about how more than half of college graduates are "not using their degrees." KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson wanted to take issue with that phrase and asked her guests about it on A Woman's View. What does it mean to "use" your degree? It's more than just your job title. Her guests this week …

Let's talk about child care for a minute. For so many families, this is their primary issue. Parents either can't find child care at all, and if they do find it, it is so expensive it doesn't make sense. The Utah Legislature is debating different ideas to address this issue. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's Vi…

This week we saw the Senate pass a bipartisan bill providing aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The issue appears dead on arrival in the House, at least if the Speaker gets his way. Do we have a duty to protect Ukraine from Russia's invasion, not alone, but with the rest of the world? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's Vi…

The Wall Street Journal reported this week that parents are supporting their adult children for far longer than previous generations. What's going on there? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests what they make of this. Her guests this week include Susan Madsen, Founder and Director of the Utah Women and Leadership Project, Ginette Bott, P…

Former President Trump said this week that he would not defend a NATO country that hasn't paid the 2% of their GDP that they owe. His words were that Russia should "do whatever the hell they want." KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View whether that was traitorous or tough love or something else. Her guests this week incl…

People love to hate on Valentine's Day, but this day is a joyful one for many people. How do you celebrate this day? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Jeanetta Williams, President of the Salt Lake Branch of the NAACP and the NAACP Tri-State Conference, Ashley Thorn, marriage and family t…

Last week, we saw the mother of Ethan Crumbley found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. This is the first time a parent has been charged in the shooting of their son. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Jeanetta Williams, President of the Salt Lake Branch of the NAACP and the N…

The Utah legislature is discussing the idea of having guardians in Utah schools. These would be staff or teachers already in the school who would undergo weapons training and be there to back up the resource officer. Is this a good idea? Her guests this week include Jeanetta Williams, President of the Salt Lake Branch of the NAACP and the NAACP Tri…

Crime is at a 15 year low in Salt Lake City, but you wouldn't know it. All we see and hear about is crime on the news. What about this news that crime, including violent crime and property crime, is going down? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Jeanetta Williams, President of …

We learned this week that there is a new charter school in Utah that is set entirely in virtual reality. This isn't putting a headset on for an hour to study Europe. This is living as your avatar all day long in school. What will the effect be on the students, especially students 4th-8th grades? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests what …

A recent poll in USA Today showed that 59% of Americans would take a 20% pay cut in order to gain work life balance. Would you? Does that sound like a good deal? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Lisa Walker, Certified Athletic Trainer and teacher at Springville High School, Trish Hatch,…

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas may become the second cabinet member to ever be impeached in our nation's history. The first one was 150 years ago. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View - is impeachment the right response to a cabinet member when you don't like the way he's doing his job? Her guests thi…

Senate Minority Whip Kathleen Riebe is asking the Utah legislature to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. She said she is listening to her constituents in doing so. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson hasn't thought about the ERA in quite some time and wondered what her guests think on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Lisa Walker, Certified A…

KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson saw an article that said the key to a great marriage is to travel alone. She was curious what her guests thought about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Kellie Pierce, Digital Media Associate with the R Street Institute, Robin Ebmeyer, UVU's Director of Emergency Management and Safety, and Shauna Sc…

The parents of Ethan Crumbley, who opened fire on his Michigan high school, have been charged with criminal negligence for their role. They knew he was struggling. They bought him a gun. When asked by the school to take him home, they refused. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think. Her guests this week in…

Governor Cox said in his State of the State address that the very thing we've been criticized for in Utah is the thing that makes us successful - we are weird - and we should stay weird. What does "Utah weird" mean to you? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Kellie Pierce, Digital Media As…

Nikki Haley got 43% of the vote in New Hampshire. Clearly, she lost to former President Trump, but the GOP is asking her to drop out of the race now. Is that premature? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think of the future of Haley's campaign. Her guests this week include Kellie Pierce, Digital Media Associ…

The Chief Justice of the Utah Supreme Court Matthew Durrant said that distrust in government has gone down, "but whatever else is true around the country, government works in Utah." KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson says "Amen!" to that, with a tip of her hat to Utah's legislators for their ability to act in a bipartisan way. She asked her guests on A…

There is a bill before the Utah legislature that would require all schools to display a poster of the Ten Commandments. What is the goal here? Is it to invite lawsuits that would inevitably come? Or is it to teach values, which could be taught in a way that doesn't violate the constitution? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this…