Both Sides of the Aisle

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 Eccles School of Business and director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah. The show is produced by Anthony Scoma.Both Sides of the Aisle attempts to help you understand the important questions facing residents of this state, while proving that Republicans and Democrats can sit in a small room and have a meaningful conversation.

The lead-up to election day, political controversies, and voting in Utah

Our hosts discuss the final push by presidential candidates to get out the vote, fascism, and the integrity of mail-in voting.

10-31
25:53

The presidential election, early voting, and Constitutional Amendments B and C

Our hosts discuss the final weeks of the presidential race, tracking your ballot, and what to expect when voting this year.

10-24
25:49

The 'podcast election,' the governor's race, and Utah ballots

Our hosts discuss the decision to raise children, Harris' proposal for a "bipartisan advisory council," and where to track your ballot.

10-17
25:53

Hurricane Milton, debates, Project 2025, and Amendment A

Our hosts discuss the vice presidential debate, Melania Trump's memoir, and elevating women in Utah.

10-10
25:49

The Middle East, the vice presidential debate, and Amendment D

Our hosts discuss the Iranian strikes on Israel, judicial reforms, and the impact of LDS voters on the presidential race.

10-03
25:49

Political violence, escalation in the Middle East, and state constitutional amendments

Our hosts discuss Trump's second assassination attempt, the child tax credit, and the Grand County audit.

09-26
25:52

Election edition: Salt Lake County Clerk, voting, and election integrity

Our hosts sit down with Lannie Chapman, Salt Lake County clerk, to discuss her role in Utah elections.

09-19
25:48

The Harris-Trump debate, endorsements, Sen. Mike Lee, and Russia

Our hosts discuss debate takeaways, Swifties, @BasedMikeLee, and school meals.

09-12
25:49

Abortion, IVF, Arlington Cemetery, and Utah election audit

Our hosts discuss presidential politics, reproductive rights, and election integrity.

09-05
25:53

Middle East foreign policy, Trump endorsements, and Utah's public lands

Our hosts discuss the Harris campaign's fundraising, Utah's constitutional amendment, and audits of state elections.

08-29
25:52

The DNC, RFK Jr., ballot initiatives, and an emergency special session

Our hosts discuss Gaza, highlights from the DNC, and the King-Lyman commercial.

08-22
25:48

Gov. Tim Walz and election issues at the Utah Supreme Court

Our hosts discuss public land, vice presidential picks, and legal issues post-primary results.

08-15
25:51

Harris' VP pick, the Olympics, abortion access, and Phil Lyman

Our hosts discuss MN Gov. Tim Walz, tweeting, election denialism, and the economy.

08-08
25:53

Vice President Kamala Harris, Sen. JD Vance, and SCOTUS reforms

Our hosts discuss Biden's recusal, the Secret Service, Gov. Cox, and the Maloy-Jenkins race recount.

08-01
25:53

SLC's new sports and entertainment district, the Democratic National Convention, and the Olympics

Our hosts discuss public investment in sports, Utah's urban core, and the future of the Democratic Party.

07-26
25:52

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump and Utah's ruling on ballot initiatives

Our hosts discuss Rep. Celeste Maloy, Republican vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance, and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

07-18
25:53

Special edition: Education in Utah

Our hosts discuss the state school board's partisan elections, school voucher programs, and teacher retention.

07-11
25:51

The Dignity Index

Our hosts discuss the Dignity Index, its purpose, criteria, and how it can contextualize political speech.

07-04
25:53

Utah's 2024 primary election results

Our hosts discuss the outcomes of primary races for Utah's national and local political offices.

06-27
25:00

Immigration policy, SCOTUS rulings, and Title IX in Utah

Our hosts discuss mifepristone, bump stocks, the dangers of social media, and the relevance of political endorsements.

06-20
25:53

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