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Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Thunderbolts*’ is enjoyable for Marvel fansAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of May 2, 2025. Summer movie season unofficially gets underway this week with the release of "Thunderbolts*" from Marvel/Disney. If you like the characters or you just like Marvel movies, you'll probably enjoy this. Another movie, this time on Amazon Prime Video, is "Another Simple Favor" from Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, and director Paul Feig. Hint, this sequel to the crime comedy ‘A Simple Favor' is goofy fun. And on Netflix, there is a comedy series called "The Four Seasons" from Steve Carell, Tina Fey, and Colman Domingo that...2025-05-0305 min
Jeff Caplan's Afternoon NewsThe 5 O'clock Report: Warner Music Group is hoping to take a nearly 24-million-dollar bite out of Crumbl cookiesKSL's Top Story:
We're getting a closer look at what they're going to do to the Delta Center over the summer. Renovations are coming... and they're coming soon. KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small has details.2025-05-0123 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Ben Affleck returns in ‘The Accountant 2’ and Star Wars returns in ‘Andor’ season 2Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of April 25, 2025. Ben Affleck returns as the assassin/accountant on the autism spectrum in “The Accountant 2,” and this follow-up features great chemistry with Jon Bernthal as his brother. Also in theaters is a locally made film about Utah's first Olympic gold medalist, titled “Raising the Bar: The Alma Richards Story,” by our Movie Show friend, Writer/Director T.C. Christensen. This is a faith-filled family film with a sprinkling of patriotism for extra measure and an all-over good sports story.
On streaming, there's a new Tom Hardy...2025-04-2606 minJeff Caplan's Afternoon NewsThe 5 O'clock Report: Closing arguments were heard this morning in the case of Kent Cody Barlow.KSL's Top Story:
1 person is dead and another missing... after a fishing boat capsized in the Grantsville Reservoir.
KSL NewsRadio's Eric Cabrera is live on the scene with the latest.2025-04-2623 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: If vampire horror is your thing, ‘Sinners’ might appeal to youAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of April 18, 2025. While Andy is not a fan of horror movies, if vampire horror is your thing, "Sinners" might appeal to you. He has to give credit to director Ryan Coogler and star Michael B. Jordan for making the deservingly R-rated movie into something pretty creative. Also in theaters, a so-so animated movie called "Sneaks" takes your *shoes* on a "Toy Story"-type adventure. And on streaming, a compelling documentary on Netflix called "Oklahoma City Bombing: American Terror" made Andy wish it were a miniseries rather than j...2025-04-1905 min
Fan EffectFan(X) Effect: Dan Farr on David Tennant coming to FanX 2025In our first FanX episode of 2025, guest host Heather Kelly from KSL NewsRadio is joined by FanX Salt Lake Comic & Pop Culture Convention founder Dan Farr to preview the September event. Last week, they announced one of the biggest celebrity guests in the universe, with actor David Tennant joining the lineup of out-of-this-world guests, including fellow space traveler William Shatner. #FanX25 is happening on September 25th - 27th, 2025, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Various passes and experiences are available to purchase now at FanXSaltLake.com, but prices tend to increase as we get...2025-04-1526 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Prepare for Easter with Angel Studio’s ‘The King of Kings’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of April 11, 2025. With the Easter holiday just around the corner, Angel Studios has an extremely clever and well-done animated film to prepare for the celebration called "The King of Kings." The family-friendly Christian film follows Charles Dickens as he tells his young son the story of Jesus Christ, and the voice cast in this movie is unbelievable!
For non-religious features, there are a couple of Oscar winners starring in action flicks hitting the screens, led by Rami Malek in "The Amateur" in theaters, and followed b...2025-04-1305 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ is a fun and funny watch!Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of April 4, 2025. Despite not having any experience playing Minecraft, the game, Andy found "A Minecraft Movie" to be funny and fun to watch with his kids--who DID know the game very well. But he might have found the best thing he has seen so far this year with "Bob Trevino Likes It." A heartwarming and heartbreaking story about a young woman who accidentally becomes online friends with a man who has the same name as her estranged father. Also likable is "The Luckiest Man in America," a m...2025-04-0505 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Snow White’ was likeable for Andy!Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 21, 2015. Andy actually enjoyed Disney's new "Snow White;" catchy songs, likable characters, and a good message helped him overcome the continuity problems and other issues. This is not to be confused with Producer KellieAnn’s less-than-optimal review. Also in theaters is a new (and weird) movie from Elizabeth Olsen called "The Assessment" that imagines a future dystopia devastated by climate change and the family planning repercussions of that devastation. On streaming, Netflix has "The Residence", a Shonda Rhimes-produced murder mystery comedy set in the White House wh...2025-03-2205 min
Fan EffectTo boldly go into the universe of 'Star Trek:' What’s your favorite Fandom?In this “What’s your favorite fandom?” episode of Fan Effect, we boldly go into the universe of Star Trek. KellieAnn Halvorsen is joined by fellow Trekkies KSL NewsRadio’s Heather Kelly and Heroic charity cosplayer Eric Allan Hall. For nearly 60 years, Star Trek has inspired generations of fans to not just reach for new scientific frontiers but to explore different cultures and possibilities. This conversation delves into what makes the series so far-reaching and long-lasting, why it is important to individuals, and how to get into the fandom if it seems a bit too daunting.
The brains behi...2025-03-211h 02Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Novacaine’ is surprisingly entertaining if you can handle the violenceAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 14, 2025. The action/comedy/romance "Novacaine” is surprisingly entertaining...If you can get past the bloody violence (and that's a big IF). A new Looney Tunes movie hit the theaters after it had been shelved, "The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie," features favorites like Daffy Duck and Porky Pig and garnered a C+ rating by Andy. And for families looking for some faith-based content in this season of Lent and Easter, Andy recommends "The Last Supper," a sincere telling of the final wee...2025-03-1605 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: "Mickey 17" has an enjoyably clever sci-fi premiseAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 7, 2025. "Mickey 17" is an enjoyably clever sci-fi flick from Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-Ho.DisneyPlus has brought back a classic hero in "Daredevil: Born Again” in an intense way that won't be for people who dislike violence, but fans will absolutely *love* it. On the other hand, Netflix’s "Plankton: The Movie" is probably only enjoyable for fans of SpongeBob SquarePants, and maybe even only the youngest ones.
The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly...2025-03-0805 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Ed Harris has two theatrical releases this weekend!Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 28, 2025. Ed Harris is central to our two theatrical releases this weekend, in “My Dead Friend Zoe,” which tells the story of a military veteran struggling to deal with her PTSD, and "Riff Raff", a mixed family's New Year's is upended when the father's ex-wife and son show up being chased by hit men. On streaming, Andy really enjoyed “House of David" on Amazon Prime Video. It was a pleasant surprise in that it is faithful to the source material while still managing to tell a dramati...2025-03-0106 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘The Unbreakable Boy' has an unbreakable spiritAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 21, 2025. A nice, feel-good family movie called “The Unbreakable Boy” leads the way as Zachary Levi plays the father of Austin, an autistic boy with brittle bone disease and an unbreakable spirit. “Win or Lose“ is a new series from Pixar on DisneyPlus that looks at a junior high softball championship game from the perspective of many different participants/watchers. If you're a basketball fan, “Court of Gold” on Netflix is a must-watch, taking you behind the scenes of the 2024 Olympic men's basketball tournament and letting you get to k...2025-02-2305 min
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iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ksl-sports/id14359302512025-02-1810 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: It’s a ‘Brave New World’ this Valentine's Day weekendAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of Valentine's Day 2025, and there are a lot of options. First up is the latest from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with “Captain America: Brave New World,” and how you like it may depend on how you feel about not having Steve Rogers as Cap anymore. Making a threequel for the iconic animal, “Paddington in Peru,”takes the ever-so-polite bear back to his origins in South America as he searches for a missing bear who raised him as a cub. For RomCom vibes, “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy” bring...2025-02-1606 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Oscar-winning actor Ke Huy Quan continues his Hollywood comeback with ‘Love Hurts’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 7, 2025. Supporting Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan finally gets to lead a movie and an action-romance, no less! But “Love Hurts” isn't maybe the best vehicle ever, yet there are some mindlessly fun moments if you can get past the mindless violence. The Oscar-nominated movie from Brazil called “I'm Still Here” is a foreign film worth the watch and awards received. There is a new Amy Schumer comedy on Netflix called “Kinda Pregnant” that is more than kinda crass for those who enjoy that humor. Also on Netflix is a...2025-02-0905 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘September 5’ is a tense and fascinating watchAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of January 31, 2025. “September 5” is a tense, fascinating, tight 90-minute watch that looks at the beginnings of how modern news is covered...and the ABC SPORTS crew did it. It takes place entirely in the ABC broadcast studios in Munich '72, and it's worth your time to check out. For kids, but not as much for their parents, "Dog Man,” based on the hit books, is the pick for them. For streaming, there’s the Amazon Prime Video streaming comedy “You're Cordially Invited” with Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon...2025-02-0205 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Wolf Man’ is a gory horror flick deserving #FaintPraiseAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of January 17, 2025. While Andy isn’t a fan of the typically gory horror flick, “Wolf Man" wasn't dislikable. The Golden Globe Best Picture winner, “The Brutalist,” is finally in theaters locally. Netflix’s streaming movie “Back in Action” stars Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz trying to hide their spy backgrounds from their teenage kids. And in a documentary series 50 seasons in the making, Peacock has a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes videos and interviews with "Saturday Night Live" cast alums, hosts, and writers called “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night.”
The brains beh...2025-01-1705 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Better Man’ is a musical with a unique hook with a performing monkeyAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of January 10, 2025. “Better Man” is a musical with a unique hook, a performing monkey, and is about musician Robbie Williams, which is worth a watch. "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" didn't screen for critics, so you're on your own with this.
For streaming options, Amazon Prime Video has a new action/drama series from producer Dick Wolf called “On Call," which reminds you that the boys (and girls) in Blue deal with A LOT in the course of their duties. And over on Netflix, a TV Mini-s...2025-01-1105 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Andy’s favorite films of 2024Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of January 3, 2025. But this episode is a special feature; ‘Andy’s favorite films of 2024.’ He watched a LOT of movies last year, and now many of them are available for at-home viewing. So, take a listen and discover his four top recommendations from 2024 and where you can watch them!
The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisode taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows...2025-01-0605 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ is an enjoyable prequel for the familyAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of December 20, 20204. The big movie is "Mufasa: The Lion King," a sequel/prequel movie that is enjoyable for the whole family. Another computer-animated anthropomorphic character returns to the big screen in "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," which brings in Keanu Reeves to voice the nemesis hedgehog, Shadow. Also in theaters is a filmed-in-Utah movie, "Homestead," which is an Angel Studios release about a group of doomsday preppers who face some interesting moral dilemmas when what they are prepping for becomes reality.
Looking ahead to Christmas Day (as t...2024-12-2306 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Carry-On’ carries the weekendAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of December 13, 2024. The best thing to watch is actually streaming on Netflix: "Carry-On" is a super-tense action thriller reminiscent of "Die Hard 2” and even has a Christmas angle. Also streaming, DisneyPlus’s "Dream Productions" takes us back to the imaginative world of "Inside Out," in shorts that Andy may or may not have liked more than "Inside Out 2.” And in in-theater options this week, there is "Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim," an anime-style telling of some LOTR backstory, and "Kraven The Hunter," another dud from...2024-12-1406 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: There are outstanding performances in ‘The Order’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of December 6, 2024. 5, 2024. This week’s movie roundup starts of strong with Jude Law and Nicholas Hoult turning in outstanding performances in "The Order." One of the better-animated movies of the year, "Flow" follows a kitty trying to survive a catastrophic flood and has absolutely no dialogue whatsoever. On streaming, a couple of Netflix movies might catch your interest, including "Mary," which imagines what *could* have happened with the mother of Jesus. It's a Nativity Action Movie… kind of. And in a sweet story, the animated movie "That Chris...2024-12-0905 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Moana 2’ is already breaking records this Thanksgiving weekendAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the long Thanksgiving weekend of 2024. “Moana 2” is already breaking records this Thanksgiving weekend and while kids are loving it, reviews are mixed. Also out this week is a couple of streaming Christmas movies, including Netlfix’s "Our Little Secret" stars Lindsay Lohan and Kristin Chenoweth, which mixes funny with many cringe moments, and Utah filmed “Deck the Walls” in a Hallmark Movie formula standard.
The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" mi...2024-12-0204 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Wicked Part 1’ is a fun and stunningly beautiful adaptation of the stage productionAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of November 22, 2024." Wicked" (Part 1) is a stunningly beautiful, colorful, fun, and vibrant cinematographic adaption of the stage production. While the John M. Chu film might be long, it doesn’t seem like it, and it’s not the only solid movie this week. “Wicked” faces of with “Gladiator II,” which is not as enjoyable as the first “Gladiator,” but satisfying nonetheless. On Apple TV+, get a feel for what it was like in London during one portion of World War II in the movie "Blitz." And over on Netflix, there...2024-11-2505 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Is ‘Red One” the one to see this weekend?Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of November 15, 2024. While Andy had high hopes for “Red One,” he has doubts it is 'THE ONE' to see this weekend. The real favorite of the week was “A Real Pain,” starring Jesse Eisenberg & Kieran Culkin, which actually won the screenwriting award at this year's Sundance Film Festival. And on streaming, there is a very good adaption of the spy novel "The Day of the Jackal" on Peacock, a new season of “Silo” (producer KellieAnn’s pick) on AppleTV+, and you can't miss out on the latest episodes of "C...2024-11-1805 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ is a delightful holiday family filmAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of November 8, 2024. Starting off, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" is a delightful adaptation of a book and an excellent family film to kick off the holiday season. Andy actually sat down with Producers Chet Thomas and Darin McDaniel of the show in a Movie Show Digital Extra, which you can find at this link. Also in theaters is the action suspense movie called "Elevation," which is basically “A Quiet Place” only if the creatures can't go above 8000 ft instead of not being able to see. And, a Luc Be...2024-11-1206 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Tom Hanks and Robin Wright are back in ‘Here’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of Nov 1, 2024. If you want a hit of nostalgia, Robert Zemeckis, Tom Hanks, and Robin Wright are back in theaters with the generational film "Here." Also in theaters is a unique faith-based fighting film called “The Carpenter,” which mixes a bunch of things that you wouldn't usually put together but actually worked! The pick-of-the-week goes to the DisneyPlus Streaming documentary “Music by John Williams,” which offers two hours of goosebump-inducing music as you bask in the man's supreme musical talent . Also on streaming, Netflix’s season two of the dram...2024-11-0405 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Venom: The Last Dance’ isn’t a waltz but reasonably entertainingAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of October 25, 2024. The weekend's big movie is “Venom: The Last Dance.” For which Andy had to set aside his objections to a Spider-Man Universe film without Spider-Man to admit it was reasonably entertaining. What was more than entertaining is “Conclave,” featuring Ralph Fiennes and the rest of the Cardinals choosing a new Pope; this is one of the best movies of the year, which is no surprise as it is based off of a best-selling fiction novel. Also in theaters is the quirky horror romantic comedy "Your Monster...2024-10-2705 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Bring the tissues for ‘We Live In Time’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of October 18, 2024. Bring the tissues for "We Live in Time” and enjoy the rich chemistry between Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh. Michael Keaton stars in another film this year, this time playing a father trying to repair a strained relationship with his daughter in “Goodrich.” The film highlights the versatility of Keaton and the strong performance of Mila Kunis, who plays his daughter. Amazon Prime’s “Brothers” reminds Andy of comedies before streaming, with Peter Dinklage and Josh Brolin playing criminal twins and enjoyable scene-stealing performances by Glenn Close and...2024-10-2105 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Saturday Night’ will please SNL fansAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of October 12, 2024. Three separate and unique movies are highlighted this week, led by ”Saturday Night," a movie about the lead-up to the first episode of Saturday Night Live nearly 50 years ago, which fans of SNL will enjoy. Next is a non-Church-produced movie, "Six Days In August," which is about the succession of Brigham Young as leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after the death of Joseph Smith. Andy even has a deep dive “Movie Show Extra” episode with the writer/director of this movie...2024-10-1205 min
Fan EffectKSL Podcast’s ‘Tourbillion Tales’ creator Jared Buttars on the journey and power of storytellingFrom "The Twilight Zone" to "Black Mirror," science fiction and mystery/thriller' storytelling has captured the human imagination for generations of fans. Now, KSL Podcasts' "Tourbillion Tales" is entering the fray with an original bite-size fiction anthology series specially crafted for the mind’s eye. The six-episode season will be published in October 2024 with titles like “Attack of the Bowman” and “Dark Colony.” On this episode of Fan Effect, producer KellieAnn Halvorsen sits down with the series creator Jared Buttars to preview the season, discuss our fascination with stories like these, and how creative limitations actually lead to storytelling joy.
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Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ is not the sequel for Andy FarnsworthAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of October 10, 2024. While the highly anticipated sequel "Joker: Folie a Deux" finally arrived in theaters, it was just not something Andy enjoyed, especially “With nary a Batman to be found." But the family film "Monster Summer" was enjoyable, even with some dark, scary-adjacent themes. Andy’s favorite was “White Bird," an emotionally engaging story about the power of kindness and actively choosing it. And we can’t forget streaming options. On Netflix, there's also a bit of Halloween-related "fun" that's new...a 30-minute cartoon short called "The Bad Guys...2024-10-0705 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘The Wild Robot’ may be the best-animated movie of the yearAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of September 27, 2024. “The Wild Robot” may be the best-animated movie of the year and is this week's Big Movie of the Week; it can make you laugh, cry, think, and feel for nearly two hours, and it's worth your family's time! For streaming, George Clooney and Brad Pitt charm their way through a messy situation in the Apple TV+ movie, "Wolfs." On Netflix, "Nobody Wants This” stars Kristen Bell as a "shiksa" who falls for a younger Rabbi played by Adam Brody is easily the funniest and most we...2024-09-3005 min
Fan EffectFan(X) Effect: John Rhys-Davies visits KSL-TV ahead of FanX 2024While fans around the Intermountain West are counting the minutes before FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention 2024, our good friend Dan Spindle at KSL-TV got a sneak peek at the event from celebrity guest John Rhys-Davies himself! Not to mention FanX founder Dan Farr. #FanX2024 happens September 26th—28th at the Salt Palace Convention Center and is stuffed to the brim with pop culture fun, celebrity appearances and panels, vendors, authors, artists, cosplayers, contests, KidKon, and more! Listen to this special minisode edition of Fan Effect to learn more.
The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories su...2024-09-2406 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Transformers One’ wins over Transformers fan Andy FarnsworthAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of Sep. 20, 2024. Andy is thrilled that "Transformers One" turned out so well, as it respects the source material for long-time fans, but it is also funny, new, and engaging for younger audiences.
The latest Marvel DisneyPlus streaming series, "Agatha All Along," lets the talented Kathryn Hahn showcase her magical gifts….just don't expect many connections to the MCU at large. Another superhero-adjacent series, this time in the DC Comics realm, is "The Penguin" on Max. Colin Farrell’s Oz Cobb seeks an opportunity to seize power...2024-09-2105 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Faith of Angels’ is a filmed-in-Utah family-watch of the weekendAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of September 13, 2024. "Faith of Angels” is an inspiring and uplifting story about the search for a 10-year-old boy lost in a Utah mine. This movie, filmed in Utah, is an excellent choice for a family to watch. On the other end of the emotional spectrum, we've got "Speak No Evil" with a terrifying (and shockingly buff) James McAvoy making sure his houseguests don't leave without saying goodbye (or just DON'T LEAVE!) The violence is off-the-charts in "The Killer's Game," a Dave Bautista-led action comedy where a hitman hir...2024-09-1405 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Michael Keaton is back at his goofy best in ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of September 6, 2024. Michael Keaton is back as the goofy ghost Beetlejuice in the sequel decades in the making with "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice." Also back are Winona Ryder and Catherine O'Hara, and Jenna Ortega and Justin Theroux are joining them this time in this fun, but not too deep, frolic.
The best thing Andy watched this week was Netflix's "His Three Daughters", a movie where Carrie Coon, Natasha Lyonne and Elizabeth Olsen argue and grieve as they care for their terminally ill father. Also on Netflix and su...2024-09-0905 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Reagan’ is a biopic for Ronald Reagan fansAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of August 30, 2024. "Reagan" is Hollywood’s latest biopic, especially made for fand of the 40th president of the United states. “You Gotta Believe" is also based on a real-life story of a baseball team from Texas that made it to the Little League World Series over 20 years ago. For thriller fans, Blumhouse’s "AfrAId" might make you worry about any artificial intelligence assistant that serves your family.
For streaming fodder, Peacock has a fascinating documentary called "Gary," about late actor Gary Coleman, who famously played Arnold o...2024-08-3105 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Blink Twice’ is a slow burn turned mystery thrillerAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of August 23, 2024. The Zoë Kravitz directed ‘Blink Twice’ is a slow-burn for most of the film, but then it picks up and turns into a mystery thriller. While that might be an ok watch, Andy warns you don't need to waste your time on "The Crow", a bloody and violent remake of the 1994 cult hit. On the other hand, John Woo's remake of his own movie "The Killer" on Peacock is very watchable, if you like artistic action films. Also streaming, "Chimp Crazy" is a HBO Original which lo...2024-08-2405 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Alien: Romulus’ is the latest in the franchise to BURSTS into theatersAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of August 16, 2024. A new chapter in the “Alien” movie franchise BURSTS into theaters as the Big Movie of the week with “Alien: Romulus.” Despite the horror/suspense genre turn, it’s Andy actually likes it! Producer KellieAnn really enjoyed it, as they both reviewed the film in our podcast.
Also out this week is one of the best movies Andy’s seen this year, called "Sing Sing." It is based on a true story and stars Coleman Domingo and Clarence Maclin as incarcerated men participating in a theater...2024-08-1712 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Twisters’ is a fun ride of a standalone sequelAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of July 19, 2024. The year of Glen Powell continues as he headlines, along with Daisy Edgar-Jones and Anthony Ramos, the "standalone sequel" “Twisters,” on the big screen. Over on streaming, Dave Bautista returns to lead an action-comedy streaming sequel movie called "My Spy: The Eternal City," which is silly but occasionally hilarious on Amazon Prime.
Andy’s pick of the week is the Netflix documentary "Skywalkers: A Love Story," which is NOT about Star Wars, but rather some thrill-seekers who illegally climb the outside of skyscrapers and tak...2024-07-2005 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johansson take off in ‘Fly Me To The Moon’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of July 12, 2024. This weekend Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johansson take off in "Fly Me To The Moon," which mixes historical fact and historical fiction for a fun result. It is a limited release, but it is worth your time to check out "Robot Dreams," which is one of the best-animated features from 2023 that is finally playing locally. On streaming, the series "Me" on Apple TV+ is like a combination of "Heroes" and "X-Men" but for the younger kid set. And if you need an NFL fix to t...2024-07-1305 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend with the fourth ‘Despicable Me’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of July 5, 2024. The Fourth of July week means lots of new movies to choose from! Our big movie is "Despicable Me 4" which, while fun, also seems to be at a story end for our main characters. A great, uplifting movie is also in theaters: "Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot," in which an entire town works together to adopt all 77 of the foster kids in the system. Fans of Eddie Murphy will want to check out "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F." on Netflix, which reunites al...2024-07-0605 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘The Bikeriders’ hits the road and the big screenAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of June 21, 2024. The 1960s and 70s motorcycle culture is celebrated in“The Bikeriders,” which hits the road and theater screens this week. Andy says it's worth it for Jodie Comer's amazing Midwest accent alone! As unreal as it sounds, "Thelma" is an action movie starring 93-year-old June Squibb as a grandmother who gets phone scammed out of $10K, so she goes to get it back. And it's a fan-fave at Sundance this year! Another Sundance 2024 film, and Andy’s favorite this week, is “Ghostlight,” where a family struggling...2024-06-2205 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Young Woman and the Sea’ is a Daisy Ridley film the whole family can enjoyAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of May 31, 2024. “Young Woman and the Sea” is a Daisy Ridley film the whole family can enjoy together, while "Ezra" is just as emotional but for a more grown-up audience. It’s about parents trying to raise their autistic son and not mess him up with their own issues. A message most parents can relate to. Also in theaters is "Summer Camp," a movie with three talented older actresses try and show they can be just as crude as the boys. It’s a problematic comedy that’s just not f...2024-06-0105 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: This Memorial Day weekend, it’s ‘Garfield’ vs. ‘Furiosa’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the Memorial Day weekend, May 24, 2024. For the weekend, we have unlikely contenders battling it out for box office glory, “The Garfield Movie" vs. "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga." These two wildly different movies are targeted at very different audiences, who both should enjoy them. Over on streaming, Jennifer Lopez is back in the sci-fi action with "Atlas" on Netflix. And on DisneyPlus, there is a new documentary that should start your summer off on a good note with "The Beach Boys," about the iconic band.
The brains behi...2024-05-2505 min
Fan EffectThe imaginative movie “IF” misses the mark with Rachel WagnerToday, we deep dive into the imaginative world of Imaginary Friends in the movie “IF.” One of the most anticipated (and advertised) movies of the summer. And while we had big expectations for this family film, our guest reviewer, Rachel Wagner, said it best in her review “‘IF’ Oddly Lacks Imagination, And I Promise I’m A Nice Person.” She is joined by producer KellieAnn to break down the rights and wrongs of the ‘mostly enjoyable’ film.
Rachel’s content can be found at RachelsReviews.net, and if you like Hallmark movies, check out her Hallmarkies podcast. For Andy Farnsworth's...2024-05-2357 min
Fan EffectExploring the ‘Doctor Who’ universe with Becky Bruce and Heather KellyToday, Fan Effect explores “What’s your favorite fandom?” with KSL Newsradio's Becky Bruce and Heather Kelly. With the TARDIS launching a new “Doctor Who” on DisneyPlus in May 2024, it's the perfect time to explore The Doctor’s 60-year-plus history, where to start watching, and what you need to know to start your journey as a Whovian. Or, if you are already familiar with this fandom, how can you get others into it?
While we minimize spoilers, producer KellieAnn was instructed to watch the following episodes in this order before recording, which offered a great way to enter the fand...2024-05-2249 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘IF’ is an enjoyable family flickAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of May 17, 2024. Written by John Krasinski and starring Ryan Reynolds and a whole all-star voice cast, "IF" is something everyone can find something in it to enjoy. Also on the big screen is a biopic about late singer Amy Winehouse called "Back to Black" On streaming, Netflix has a new animated movie based on a popular children's book called "Thelma the Unicorn," and the first half of season 3 of "Bridgerton" is on Netflix for a more grown-up option.
The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs o...2024-05-1705 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ has outstanding visuals and a surprisingly engaging storyAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of May 10, 2024. The latest adaptation of the Planet of the Apes movie saga, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,” has outstanding visuals and a surprisingly engaging story. (Check out Steve Salles review here!) The best thing Andy watched this week was "Nowhere Special," a movie about a terminally ill single father in Ireland who is forced to interview potential adoptive families for his 4-year-old son to live with after he passes. With limited showings at the Megaplex Jordan Commons and the Broadway Centre Cinemas, it's worth the e...2024-05-1105 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Summer movie season kicks off with ‘The Fall Guy’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of May 3, 2024. It's the (unofficial) start of summer movie season in this week, and we kick it off with Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt in "The Fall Guy." A movie remake of the 1980s TV show about a Hollywood stuntman who uses his movie skills in real life. You can also watch Anne Hathaway's single mom become the object of affection for the lead singer of her teen daughter's former favorite boy band in "The Idea of You." On streaming, check out Jerry Seinfeld and a host...2024-05-0404 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Zendaya gets entangled in a tennis-themed love triangle in ‘Challengers’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of April 26, 2024. In the big movie of the week, Zendaya gets entangled in a tennis-themed R-rated love triangle in "Challengers." But for people who want a less lewd and more uplifting movie, you should absolutely see "Unsung Hero." The family drama about a family who moves from Australia to the U.S. in the early 1990s is about faith, hard work, and having to humble themselves and accept help from others. Andy warns, “Take your Hankies!”
Over on streaming, Paramount Plus has a new series for fans...2024-04-2704 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Director Guy Ritchie comes back to action with ‘The Ministry of Ungentlemenly Warfare’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of April 19, 2024. A couple of movies based on real people and real stories, a locally-made comedy, and a return to a Zack Snyder-created sci-fi universe are all available this week. First, director Guy Ritchie comes back to action with "The Ministry of Ungentlemenly Warfare." "Hard Miles," tells the story of a teacher at a boy's correctional school who takes four of them on a 750-mile bike ride from Colorado to the Grand Canyon (Andy’s pick of the week!). "Villains, Incorporated" is a locally-filmed comedy movie with vill...2024-04-2004 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Escape From Germany’ tells a miraculous story of LDS missionaries just prior to WWIIAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of April 12, 2024. It’s a war-heavy week when it comes to entertainment. "Civil War," surprisingly, doesn't lean politically one way or the other, standing as more of a warning than a statement." Escape From Germany," tells the emotional (and miraculous) story of the evacuation from Germany of LDS missionaries just before World War II. Directed by local filmmaker T.C. Christensen, whom Andy even got to sit down with on the latest Movie Show Digital Extra. For post-apocalyptic fodder, "Fallout" is an adaptation of a popular video game...2024-04-1304 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘The First Omen’ is a creative balance between scary and grossAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of April 5, 2024. "The First Omen" is the sixth installment of The Omen franchise that puts some effort into balancing scary and gross. Another violent film hitting theaters is “Monkey Man," a vicious and bloody revenge thriller. For more of a love story, "Someone Like You" has some questionable decisions made by its main character but still packs some emotional punch and a good message. And streaming on Amazon Prime Video is "Musica," features Brazilian actors and highlights Brazilian culture, so of course Andy Liked it.
The...2024-04-0804 min
Conference ConversationsThe 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...2024-04-0736 min
Conference ConversationsUnwelcome Home: Exploring the Challenges of Buying a Home in UtahThe housing market in Utah is still blazing hot, even after prices and interest rates have skyrocketed to new heights. For some, it’s a dream come true, for others it makes the American Dream feel just out of reach. KSL NewsRadio’s Aimee Cobabe explores the challenges of the current market alongside a new homeowner, a renter, a realtor, and a developer. This snapshot in time, dives into the issues most affecting the market and what improvements could make a difference. Produced by Michelle Lee.
Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL N...2024-04-0633 min
Fan Effect“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” is seriously cool with the Arrows’ Jon SmithForty years after the original film, the GhostBusters are back and “cooler” than ever. “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” debuted on the big screen to much fanfare and our absolute delight, along with a lot of local Ghostbusters fan groups at the Megaplex Movie theaters. But on our episode of Fan Effect today, we are excited to pull apart this latest edition to the Ghostbusters Corps with Ghostbusters super fan, The Arrows’ Jon Smith. We discuss what makes Ghostbusters a fan-favorite, how ‘Frozen Empire’ compares, and where we would like to see this ghostly universe continue.
The brains behind Fan Effect are...2024-03-3154 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” is monstrously big!Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 29, 2024. On every KSL Movie Show, we have a segment where we review the ‘Big Movie of the Week,’ and this week’s movie is monstrously big! “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” features the biggest monsters you've ever seen battling for two-plus hours and loudly laying waste to everything around them. If loud smashing and roaring isn't your thing, maybe you'd be interested in "Renegade Nell" on DisneyPlus, ...an old British legend brought to life as a woman named Nell in colonial England is framed for murder...2024-03-3005 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: The Ghostbusters are back in a cool new sequel ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire”Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 22, 2024. Forty years after the OG’s (Original Ghostbusters) debut, they are back on the big screen, along with the next generation G’s, in “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.” A new movie called "Uproar" also hits the big screen, starring Julian Dennison (Deadpool 2) and Minnie Driver, about a kid in New Zealand in the 1980's is really good. And a streaming remake of “Road House” on Amazon Prime is a brawler flick staring Jake Gyllenhall in the role Patrick Swayze originally made famous.
The brains behind Fan Ef...2024-03-2304 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Arthur The King’ is a true story about an endurance race and a dogAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 15, 2024. This week movies and shows based on true events dominate, starting with a true story about an endurance race and a dog. "Arthur The King" is exactly what the title would imply: a dog following Mark Wahlberg on an adventure race. (What, you were thinking it was about something else?) Also in theaters is "One Life,” starring Anthony Hopkins, about a man from England whose efforts got 700 child refugees out of Czechoslovakia in the lead-up to World War II.
For streaming fodder, there is...2024-03-1605 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Kids will enjoy ‘Kung Fu Panda 4,’ but will parents?Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 8, 2024. Jack Black is back as Po the Dragon Warrior in "Kung Fu Panda 4," a sequel that kids will enjoy and parents might too. Also in theaters this week, a new entry from Angel Studio’s, “Cabrini" is the true story of a fearless nun who brought compassion to immigrants in New York in the late 1880s. And on the scarier side, or should we say semi-scary side, the PG-13 movie called “Imaginary” stars a more-than-it-seems old teddy bear. For streaming (and Millie Bobby Brown) fans, Netflix h...2024-03-0905 min
Fan Effect‘Dune: Part Two’ lives up to its epic universe with Chris Graham“Dune: Part Two” is cinematic sci-fi splendor that lives up to the epic novel universe it comes from! At least that’s the opinion of Fan Effect producer KellieAnn Halvorsen and today’s guest, Dune connoisseur Chris Graham. They, along with host Andy Farnsworth, who has already spoken about his love for this sequel on What-to-Watch and the KSL Movie Show, dive deeper into Dunes' history, adaptations, messages, and themes. Expertly crafted, cast, filmed, scored, and more, “Dune: Part Two” is really a show to see on the IMAX big screen, even multiple times, and we are excited to have a spoil...2024-03-051h 25
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Dune Part Two’ is as epic as a movie can get!Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of March 2, 2024. You will be blown away by "Dune Part Two." The sequel to the 2021 ‘Dune’ based on Frank Herbert’s sci-fi novel, is as epic as a movie can get, and Andy says, “Go see it on the biggest screen possible!” (Watch for our deep-dive episode on Dune in March 2024). Also, on the big screen are the final two hours of “The Chosen” season four before it hits the small screens. And over on FX/Hulu there is a new adaption of the 1975 novel “Shogun.”
The brains behind...2024-03-0305 min
Fan Effect‘What’s your favorite fandom?’ The lasting legacy of Jane Austen's literatureProducer KellieAnn is excited to host a first episode of a series exploring, “What’s your favorite fandom?” Church News’ Reporter Mary Richards and KSL Newsradio’s Heather Kelly join to discuss the lasting literary legacy of Jane Austen. Together, they explore why the six novels by Austen have resonated through the ages, the best-and-worst movie and television interpretations, historical and biographic context, the Regency Era popularity (particularly in Utah with Old Glory Historical Dance and the Utah Regency Society), and, notably how to get into the world crafted by Austen. *Warning: There is some audio distortion in this episode du...2024-03-0152 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: “Ordinary Angels” reminds us what we are capable of when we care for othersAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 23, 2024.“Ordinary Angels” is a true story on the big screen that will bring tears to your eyes. It stars Hilary Swank and Alan Ritchson in a tale that reminds us what we are capable of when we take care of each other. On streaming, the live-action "Avatar: The Last Airbender" is a remake of the much-loved animated series on Netflix. While the whole season is out and showcases excellent cinematography and performances, we will have to wait to see what fans of the original think of th...2024-02-2604 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Madame Web,’ and ‘Bob Marley: One Love,’ face off at the box officeAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 16, 2024. Is “Madame Web” really as bad as you've heard? No...and yes. That's the movie you've likely seen the most ads about leading up to its release, but Andy can't argue with people who think it's terrible. Also on the big screen this weekend is the biopic of a musical legend in “Bob Marley: One Love.” And for a new streaming series, Andy recommends “The New Look” on AppleTV Plus, starring Ben Mendelsohn as Christian Dior and Juliette Binoche as Coco Chanel. It follows the two megastar...2024-02-1704 min
Fan EffectThe magical musical ‘Wonka’ is now on digital, so let’s discuss it!The latest foray into the world of Roald Dahl is with Warners Bros.’ magical musical prequel to “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971), titled “Wonka.” While the film was released in theaters in December 2023, February 2024 marks when the movie is available for digital purchase, so we are doing a deep dive! Producer KellieAnn hosts this episode with her fellow theatrical neighbor, Aimee Snow.
Together, they review, explore, and compare “Wonka” to previous books and film renditions. Does Timothée Chalamet live up to the Wonka legacy? Could the titular character be related to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter...2024-02-1655 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ’Lisa Frankenstein’ is an attempt at horror and romanceAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 9, 2024. “Lisa Frankenstein” is an attempt at horror and romance; the late 1980s setting is fun but not enough to save this comedic horror. ”Upgraded” on Prime Video features a likable Camila Mendes, but the movie isn't exactly an original romantic comedy. Season 2 of “HALO” is now on Paramount+ and continues the adventures of Master Chief in this excellently-made streaming series based on the video games.
The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watc...2024-02-1204 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Argylle” is a hit-and-miss spy action comedyAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of February 2, 2024. The Big Movie of the Week is "Argylle”, a hit-and-miss spy action/comedy with a star-studded cast. Season four of “The Chosen” is in select theaters before it hits streaming and TV services. The episodes will be released three at a time now through March 10, 2024. For a family-friendly stream movie, “Orion & The Dark” on Netflix is a cute animated movie about a boy facing his fears.
The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "Wha...2024-02-0204 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Masters of the Air’ is impressively immersiveAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of January 26, 2024. “Masters of the Air” on Apple TV+ is an impressively immersive ride. The World War II historical drama from "Band of Brothers" producers has great production quality and details. Over on Amazon Prime Video, there is a fine new retelling of the famous swashbuckling hero, "Zorro." While it was enjoyable, the English dub wasn't as good as it could have been. And in select theaters, "The Zone of Interest" reminds us that real people can do terrible things once they've dehumanized another group of real peop...2024-01-2904 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘I.S.S.’ is a space station battle for survivalAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of January 19, 2024. The big movie of the week has a space station battle for survival with “I.S.S.” Also in theaters is the character drama “Freud's Last Session,” starring Anthony Hopkins as the psychologist Sigmund Freud, who gets a visit from famous Christian author C.S. Lewis. Streaming on Hulu is the first two episodes of the series “Death and Other Details,” starring Mandy Patinkin as a famous detective asked to solve a murder on board a cruise ship full of rich people and their secrets.
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Fan EffectBreak the Winter blues with a preview of ‘JanuARTy' - with event founder Ryan Sagers and keynote artist Thomas EstradaOn this episode of Fan Effect hosts Andy and KellieAnn, get a lesson on breaking up those winter blues with creativity from professional artist Thomas Estrada and JanuARTy event founder Ryan Sagers. We preview the one-of-a-kind debut experience for families and fans of all ages, which includes a day filled with vendors, contests, cosplayers, panels, and more.
The highlight of the event is two special screenings of the animated movie, “Prince of Egypt’ introduced by Estrada, who worked on Moses in the film. While most of the event is free to attend, the two movie screenings will comp...2024-01-181h 24
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: The new ‘Mean Girls” is so fetch!... and musicalAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of January 12, 2024. This week, we got something so ‘fetch’ that you just won't believe it. The new “Mean Girls” is now in theaters twenty years after the original film. And this time it's a musical adaption for the next generation. And thenou ton Netflix is the streaming film, “Lift” staring Kevin Hart, is an action comedy that's kind of a mixture of Ocean's 11 and Mission Impossible.
The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on t...2024-01-1304 min
Fan EffectA character from the Book of Mormon comes to life in ‘The Oath:' Andy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatchAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of December 8, 2023. A character from the Book of Mormon comes to life in “The Oath,” a new movie that tells the story of the last survivor of an ancient American civilization and his oath to be faithful to God and preserve the record of his people. The final film from acclaimed filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki tells the story of a boy who journeys to a magical land to hopefully save his mother, called “The Boy and the Heron.” A crazy movie called “Eileen” has great performances but switches directions so...2023-12-0810 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘Godzilla Minus One’ is a really good and really fun in the D-Box seat experienceAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of December 1, 2023. Watching "Godzilla Minus One" in one of those D-Box seats was one of Andy's most intense movie theater experiences in a long time. And he thought the movie was really good too!
Also on the big screen is an action film by director John Woo with no dialogue called "Silent Night," and a concert film from Beyonce Knowles called "Renaissance: A Film By Beyonce.” Angel Studios uses a dystopian future to re-tell the Biblical story of Job in “The Shift."
On Streami...2023-12-0410 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Will ‘Wish’ be a hit for Disney on Thanksgiving weekend?Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the Thanksgiving weekend of November 24, 2023. The latest animated Disney movie, "Wish," is set to celebrate Disney’s 100th anniversary in a likable but not quite loveable way. (After Andy’s What-to-watch segment of this podcast, producer KellieAnn Halvorsen gives her quick review of the film on this podcast.) But where the “Wish” falls a bit flat is the animated Netflix film "Leo” is a loveable hit!
On the big screen, icons duel it out with Joaquin Phoenix starring as the title character in the epic movie "Napoleon" by director...2023-11-2816 min
Fan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: The Trolls, and N*Sync, are back together in ‘Trolls Band Together’Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of November 17, 2023. The Trolls are back together as Justin Timberlake leads an N*Sync reunion in digital animated form in “Trolls Band Together.” But fighting for box office dominance is also the “Hunger Games” prequel movie, "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes." Also on the big screen is "Next Goal Wins," where Taika Waititi hilariously tells the story of the 2011 American Samoa national soccer team who just wanted to score a goal in a World Cup qualifier. And Horror fans have "Thanksgiving" from director Eli Roth, featuring some ove...2023-11-1810 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: ‘The Marvels’ is a better-than-average superhero sequelAndy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of November 10, 2023. Brie Larson is back as Captain Marvel in "The Marvels," joining Iman Vellani, Teyonah Parris, and Samuel L. Jackson to bring another chapter of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to the big screen. Andy’s pick of the week is a dramedy from the duo of director Alexander Payne and star Paul Giamatti called "The Holdovers." A musical retelling of the Nativity story is called "Journey to Bethlehem."
And for your streaming views: Tim Allen, Elizabeth Mitchell, and their teenage kids return for more Chris...2023-11-1010 minFan EffectAndy's KSL-TV #WhatToWatch: Are you ready for another Elvis biopic?Andy Farnsworth joins KSL-TV to help audiences decipher #WhatToWatch for the weekend of November 3, 2023. Are you ready for another Elvis biopic? Well, "Priscilla is the latest one, and it's about the relationship between Elvis and Priscilla Presley as told through Sofia Coppola's direction. "The Marsh King's Daughter" is a tense, engaging story featuring Daisy Ridley and a dark menace in her character’s past. "What Happens Later" sees Meg Ryan return to the big screen for the first time in eight years in a rom-com with David Duchovny about two ex-lovers stuck in an airport together. "The Persian Version" is...2023-11-0610 minConference ConversationsStranger Becomes Neighbor: Welcoming the refugee, one person at a timeKSL Podcasts’ “Stranger Becomes Neighbor: Afghan Arrivals” explores what happens to families forced to flee their homes when Kabul fell and the U.S. pulled out of Afghanistan over two years ago. In this conference special, host Andrea Smardon delves into stories of resilience and rebuilding faced by these refugees, and the connections forged by the volunteers who stepped in to help their new neighbors. Produced by Aaron Mason.
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 f...2023-10-0134 minConference ConversationsNavigating the New Age of Online DatingThis isn’t your grandmother’s kind of dating. Romantic relationships are now downloaded and ghosted. The rapid shift in the dating world has created new opportunities for some, but it’s also opened the door for scammers and predators to find new victims with the swipe of a thumb. KSL NewsRadio’s Aimee Cobabe examines how Utahns are using dating apps, how some are avoiding the apps altogether, and how app developers are working to adapt. Produced by Carlos Artiles Fortun.
Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL Newsradio for The C...2023-10-0136 min
Conference ConversationsThe Power of JustServe: The Interfaith and International Success Blessing the World, One Project at a TimeJustServe.org is a free platform that links community volunteers to service opportunities needed in their own communities worldwide. Since its launch around 2012 it has been proven a powerful tool to bless a plethora of nonprofit organizations, churches, and location-based institutions and enhance individuals' quality of life. Mary Richards returns to KSL NewsRadio to expose the program’s successful reach, as well as positive social and mental impact. Produced by: 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 wee...2023-04-0259 min
Conference ConversationsSwiping Left on Danger: Combating Dating App Violence in UtahThe dating world has changed dramatically in the last five years, and sadly dating apps have turned into “hunting grounds” for sexual assault, but Utahans are working to make it safer. While 50 percent of college students in Utah are using dating apps to find dates, it’s not all love at first swipe. KSL NewsRadio’s Aimee Cobabe explores the dangers of online dating, along with experts from the legal, phycological, and research fields, as well as lessons learned from victims' experiences. Assistant produced by Peter Johnston.
Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to you by KSL New...2023-04-0237 min
Conference Conversations175 years of Progress: Discovering new stories of Utah's pioneersMary Richards returns to KSL NewsRadio to celebrate lesser-known stories of Utah Pioneers; from the early Black pioneers who helped settle the Salt Lake Valley, to early female politicians leading the suffrage movement, and innovative innovators who helped put silicone slopes on the map. Mary is joined by "His Name is Green Flake" director Mauli Bonner, Senior State Historian of the Utah Division of State History Doctor Holly George, Better Days Education Director Tiffany Greene and Historical Director Rebekah Clark, and executive director of This is the Place Heritage Park, Ellis Ivory. Together they explore individuals who rooted the Beehiv...2022-10-0254 min
Conference ConversationsThe Sad History of Tragedy Spring: The Mormon Battalion historic site, high in the Sierras is in sad shape after windstorms and wildfiresThree members of the Mormon Battalion are buried at Tragedy Spring, a once peaceful spot high in the Sierras. Marked a historic site, it has been visited by many who remember the Battalion and its impact on the history of California and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In recent years, Tragedy Spring has fallen victim to sad events -- a windstorm in 2020 that brought down large trees at the site, and the Caldor fire, which burned through the area in 2021. Whether it can be restored to its former beauty is an open question. KSL Newsradio's Dan Bamme...2022-10-0135 min
Conference ConversationsLearning Relentless Resilience: One year into the inspiring podcastThe Relentlessly Resilient podcast celebrates one year of inspiring listeners through real-life stories of individuals overcoming adversity with new interviews and insights. Hosts Jennie Taylor and Michelle Scharf share their own powerful story of widowhood that bonded them. Together they ask, “What does ‘resilience’ mean to you? How do you find it?” Produced by: KellieAnn Halvorsen.
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Conference Conversations is special programming with content brought to...2022-04-0339 min
Conference ConversationsGeneral Conference Conversations Spring 2021 PreviewThis Easter weekend is also the Spring General Conference Weekend for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and our KSL Newsradio talk teams have put together some amazing specials to continue to uplift and enlighten you weekend airing in between sessions and available on the Conference Conversations podcast. We get a preview of all the specials from Boyd Matheson, Debbie Dujanovic & Dave Noriega, and Mary Richards.
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 conversa...2021-04-0126 min
Conference ConversationsFamilies, Farms, and Coronavirus: How Utah moves forwardUtahns came together to help their neighbors and friends through the COVID-19 pandemic. But it wasn't always easy to assist. From government regulations forcing farmers to dump tons of food to health care inequities hurting the most vulnerable, people had to get creative. KSL Newsradio's Kelli Pierce and John Wojcik speak with the people calling for change and making a difference.
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 th...2020-10-0336 min
Conference ConversationsA costly cure: lowering Utah's prescription drug costs -- with Kelli Pierce and John WojcikKSL Newsradio’s Kelli Pierce and John Wojcik give an in-depth update on their “A Costly Cure” series. Utahns--everyday people, non-profits, and lawmakers--are taking the lead and coming up with solutions for the high cost of prescription drugs. And they're turning their ideas into action.
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.See our website for privacy information.2020-04-0432 min
Conference ConversationsReturning Remains: What it takes to use genealogy to reconnect remains of WWII soldiers with their familiesOver 82,000 soldiers are still considered missing in action 73 years after the end of World War II. The Department of Defense believes that just under half of those are recoverable. But there are programs in the defense department dedicated to making sure those soldiers get home -- even all these years later. KSL Newsradio's Kira Hoffelmeyer tells us more about a program at Brigham Young University that uses genealogy to connect lost soldiers with their families. Brian Martin, co-host of Utah's Morning News, also speaks with Jill Crandell, a professor at BYU and the dir...2018-10-0607 min
Conference ConversationsReturning Remains: BYU and the Army partner to return remains of MIA/POW soldiers to their familiesOver 82,000 soldiers are still considered missing in action 73 years after the end of World War II. The Department of Defense believes that just under half of those are recoverable. But there are programs in the defense department dedicated to making sure those soldiers get home -- even all these years later. KSL Newsradio's Kira Hoffelmeyer tells us more about a program at Brigham Young University that uses genealogy to connect lost soldiers with their families. Brian Martin, co-host of Utah's Morning News, also speaks with Jill Crandell, a professor at BYU and the dir...2018-10-0609 min
Conference ConversationsReturning Remains: Using genealogy to connect families with missing WWII soldiersOver 82,000 soldiers are still considered missing in action 73 years after the end of World War II. The Department of Defense believes that just under half of those are recoverable. But there are programs in the defense department dedicated to making sure those soldiers get home -- even all these years later. KSL Newsradio's Kira Hoffelmeyer tells us more about a program at Brigham Young University that uses genealogy to connect lost soldiers with their families. Brian Martin, co-host of Utah's Morning News, also speaks with Jill Crandell, a professor at BYU and the dir...2018-10-0607 min
Conference ConversationsReturning Remains: BYU helps reconnect MIA soldiers with genealogyOver 82,000 soldiers are still considered missing in action 73 years after the end of World War II. The Department of Defense believes that just under half of those are recoverable. But there are programs in the defense department dedicated to making sure those soldiers get home -- even all these years later. Brian Martin, co-host of Utah's Morning News, also speaks with Jill Crandell, a professor at BYU and the director of the school's Family History and Genealogy Center. She tells us more about her center's partnership with the Army. They've been working on 66 cases over th...2018-10-0608 min
Conference ConversationsFertility & Your Family: New Technology Is FascinatingDr. Russell Foulk of Utah Fertility Center discusses infertility, from simple solutions to the latest technology including egg freezing. He stresses the importance of identifying the cause(s) of infertility and shares hope that virtually all causes can be overcome. Tyler and Kalli talk about their personal experience and encourage others to seek a specialist to help them get back on their path to parenthood. This episode is part of KSL NewsRadio's "Conference Conversations" podcast. This content originally aired in April 2017 as part of KSL NewsRadio's coverage of LDS General Conference.See our website for priva...2017-04-0207 min
Conference ConversationsFertility & Your Family: The Causes and Treatments of InfertilityDr. Russell Foulk from Utah Fertility Center talks to Amanda Dickson about what causes infertility, how to keep "your plumbing" healthy, as he says. If a woman is not ovulating, and the doctor can help to get her ovulating again, that can help her get pregnant. It can be something as simple as that. He goes on to review other treatments from there. There are many reasons to have hope. This episode is part of KSL NewsRadio's "Conference Conversations" podcast. This content originally aired in April 2017 as part of KSL NewsRadio's coverage of LDS General Conference.S...2017-04-0212 min
Conference ConversationsFertility & Your Family: A Young Couple's StoryAmanda Dickson sits down with a young couple to ask them their story. They are brave and generous in sharing what they experienced with infertility - what they went through and what they worried about. This episode is part of KSL NewsRadio's "Conference Conversations" podcast. This content originally aired in April 2017 as part of KSL NewsRadio's coverage of LDS General Conference.See our website for privacy information.2017-04-0207 min
Conference ConversationsFertility & Your Family: 1 in 8 Will Suffer From InfertilityAmanda Dickson sits down with Dr. Russell Foulk, who is the medical director of the Utah Fertility Center, and discusses a topic which is, for some people, a topic that is hard to talk about - infertility. They talk about waiting to get pregnant, miscarriages, what the factors are - age, gender. We always talk about the woman - but fertility affects both genders. This episode is part of KSL NewsRadio's "Conference Conversations" podcast. This content originally aired in April 2017 as part of KSL NewsRadio's coverage of LDS General Conference.See our website for privacy in...2017-04-0208 min