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The Neal Larson Show

Neal Larson

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3 days ago

Send us a text In this episode, Neal Larson and Julie Mason break major local news as State Representative Wendy Horman joins the show to announce her resignation from the Idaho Legislature. Horman reveals she has accepted a position in Washington, D.C., serving as the Director of the Office of Child Care within the Department of Health and Human Services. The hosts discuss the immediate political implications for East Idaho, specifically focusing on the process of appointing her replacement ...

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Send us a text In this episode, Neal Larson and Julie Mason break major local news as State Representative Wendy Horman joins the show to announce her resignation from the Idaho Legislature. Horman reveals she has accepted a position in Washington, D.C., serving as the Director of the Office of Child Care within the Department of Health and Human Services. The hosts discuss the immediate political implications for East Idaho, specifically focusing on the process of appointing her replacement ...

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Episodes (20/350)

The Neal Larson Show

12.19.2025 - INTERVIEW: Rep. Wendy Horman on new role at HHS, leaving the legislature. STUDIO4 COVERS: Jason Lentz

Send us a text In this episode, Neal Larson and Julie Mason break major local news as State Representative Wendy Horman joins the show to announce her resignation from the Idaho Legislature. Horman reveals she has accepted a position in Washington, D.C., serving as the Director of the Office of Child Care within the Department of Health and Human Services. The hosts discuss the immediate political implications for East Idaho, specifically focusing on the process of appointing her replacement ...

3 days ago

1 hour 23 minutes

The Neal Larson Show

12.17.2025 - Trump's Perspective, Blockading Venezuela, Institutional Failures

Send us a text On this episode, Neal Larson and Julie Mason delve into the heated reactions surrounding Donald Trump's social media post following the death of his vocal critic, Rob Reiner. While acknowledging Trump's words were inappropriate, Neal argues the public and media outrage is a distraction from more critical issues, such as the alleged weaponization of the FBI in the Mar-a-Lago raid. The hosts contend that focusing on Trump's abrasive rhetoric overlooks the tangible benefits of his...

5 days ago

1 hour 19 minutes

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12.16.2025 - Giving Machines Arrive, Trump on Reiner, Obamacare Fraud, Fentanyl as WMD

Send us a text Neal Larson and Julie Mason navigate a mix of holiday spirit and heavy political headlines in this episode. They begin by sharing heartwarming stories from the "Giving Machines" charity event at Grand Teton Mall before pivoting to a heated discussion regarding Donald Trump’s controversial social media response to the death of Rob Reiner. The hosts debate the propriety of the comments versus the context of the political attacks Trump has faced, while also touching on the frustra...

6 days ago

1 hour 26 minutes

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12.15.25 - Tragedy in Australia, Giving Machines Coming, Far-Left Terrorism Foiled, and Christmas Spirit

Send us a text In today’s episode, hosts Neal Larson and Julie Mason delve into a series of tragic and disturbing events that occurred over the weekend, including a mass shooting in Australia and a domestic terror plot thwarted in Los Angeles. They navigate the complexities surrounding the political and social implications of these incidents, highlighting tensions related to anti-Semitism and political extremism. The hosts also examine the contentious reactions and rhetoric following these ev...

1 week ago

1 hour 24 minutes

The Neal Larson Show

12.12.2025 - STUDIO 4 COVERS: Idaho Falls Chamber Choir, Holiday Re-gifting Confessions

Send us a text In this dynamic edition of the Neal Larson and Julie Mason podcast, the hosts take listeners through a whirlwind of topics ranging from local Idaho politics to international matters. Neal opens up with a discussion on the idiosyncrasies of ballot initiatives, expressing his view on repealing voter initiatives, which he sees as a mechanism sometimes leveraged for ulterior motives rather than genuine state benefits. The Idaho Falls High School Chamber Choir provides some Ch...

1 week ago

1 hour 25 minutes

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12.11.2025 - Civility vs. Firmness, Political Smears, and Healthcare Fraud

Send us a text In this episode, Neal Larson and Julie Mason explore the intricate layers of political dynamics and scandals making headlines. They delve into Governor Spencer Cox's ambivalence towards President Trump, noting Cox's attempts at civility and how it sometimes conflicts with the need for political firmness. The conversation transitions to the challenges and accusations faced by political figures such as Nancy Mace and Eric Swalwell, highlighting political smears and eligibility is...

1 week ago

1 hour 24 minutes

The Neal Larson Show

12.10.2025 - GOP Campaign Troubles, $1.69 Gas, and Ignored Joe Rogan

Send us a text Neal Larson and Julie Mason explore a variety of pressing political topics, centering largely around the role former President Trump plays in current Republican campaigns and the state of the U.S. economy under his influence. They discuss comments from Fox News' Tyrus urging Republican candidates to campaign effectively on their own, rather than relying on Trump's intervention. Neal points out how effective Trump has become at driving America's political narrative, particularly...

1 week ago

1 hour 22 minutes

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12.9.2025 - AI's Future, Political Campaigns, and Society's Impact

Send us a text In this episode, Neal and Julie discuss the potential consequences of artificial intelligence (AI) development, particularly the future of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and artificial superintelligence (ASI). They ponder the societal impacts of work becoming optional if AI can fulfill human needs and question the implications for human purpose and growth. The duo also touches on issues around effective legislation on social media use by minors and the enforcement challe...

1 week ago

1 hour 25 minutes

The Neal Larson Show

12.8.2025 - BONUS CONTENT INCLUDED: Biden’s Gaffe, Media Bias, and Deepfake Dangers

Send us a text In this episode of The Neal Larson Show, hosts Neal Larson and Julie Mason dive into a mix of political commentary, media critique, and the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. The show opens with a humorous look at a recent gaffe by Joe Biden, featuring an AI-generated country song poking fun at his "America Got It" slip-up. The conversation shifts to a critical analysis of the media, specifically focusing on Marjorie Taylor Greene’s appearance on 60 Minutes ...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 27 minutes

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12.5.2025 - Tim Walz's Hypocrisy, Stephen A. vs The View, Tapper's Pipe Bomber Gaffe, S4C: Piper Jackson

Send us a text On their Friday morning show, hosts Neal Larson and Julie Mason dive into a range of contentious political topics, starting with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's outrage over being called the "R word" by Donald Trump, which the hosts dismiss as hypocritical. They also analyze Stephen A. Smith's recent appearance on *The View*, praising his willingness to challenge the show's hosts and resist liberal groupthink. The conversation turns to internal conservative conflicts, with Neal a...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 26 minutes

The Neal Larson Show

12.4.2025 - INTERVIEW: US Senator Jim Risch. Trump drug boat strikes, Old State Saloon controversy

Send us a text Hosts Neal Larson and Julie Mason are joined by US Senator Jim Risch for a wide-ranging interview on major national security and domestic policy issues. Senator Risch defends President Trump's aggressive military actions against Venezuelan drug boats, dismissing critical reports from the Washington Post as unsubstantiated. The conversation also covers the complexities of healthcare policy, with the Senator criticizing the Affordable Care Act and discussing ongoing negotiations ...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 20 minutes

The Neal Larson Show

12.3.2025 Runoff Recap, INTERVIEW: Idaho AG Raul Labrador

Send us a text In this episode, Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador joins the show to discuss several key legal and social issues. He highlights his visit to Idaho Falls to honor two law enforcement officers who have collectively arrested 100 perpetrators of internet crimes against children (ICAC). Labrador explains his office's renewed and highly successful focus on the ICAC task force, detailing how they cleared a massive backlog of cases and significantly increased arrests. The conversati...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 26 minutes

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12.2.2025 - ELECTION EVE STUMP SPEECHES: Jeff Alldridge, Lisa Burtenshaw, Mark Dahlquist, Greg Cates, Teresa Dominick.

Send us a text In this Election Day episode of the Neal Larson Show, the hosts delve deep into the local mayoral runoff races in Idaho Falls and Pocatello. They express their fatigue with the long campaign season and lament the divisive impact it has had on the community, particularly pointing to outside money and high-profile endorsements that they feel overshadowed the candidates themselves. The episode features final stump speeches from the candidates, including Jeff Aldridge and Lisa Burt...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 25 minutes

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12.1.2025 - Julie returns from vacation, Election Eve politics,

Send us a text On the show today, we dove deep into the final, heated days of the Idaho Falls mayoral runoff between Lisa Burtenshaw and Jeff Alldridge. We expressed our frustration and disappointment over how the race has devolved into a smear campaign fueled by tens of thousands of dollars in outside dark money. We feel the contest is no longer about the two candidates, but has become a battle of "Jeff versus the establishment." We discussed the misleading mailers and ads, particularly the ...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 24 minutes

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11.26.2025 - Pre-Thanksgiving, Who is Defend & Protect Idaho?, Chemtrails, and Neal's Thanksgiving message of gratitude

Send us a text On this pre-Thanksgiving edition of the show, Neal held down the fort while Julie Mason was away enjoying some well-deserved family time with her new grandson. We dove deep into the local Idaho Falls runoff elections, specifically focusing on the "dark money" mailers that have been circulating. We examined the mysterious political action committee "Defend and Protect Idaho," questioning its true motives after discovering its funding comes from out-of-state PACs. When we put out...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 16 minutes

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11.25.2025 - INTERVIEWS: IF City Council: Teresa Dominick, Brandon Lee Mayor: Lisa Burtenshaw

Send us a text On this week's show, Neal Larson hosted solo while Julie Mason was away visiting family for the Thanksgiving holiday. With the December 2nd runoff election just around the corner, we dedicated the entire morning to giving Idaho Falls voters a chance to hear directly from the candidates. We were joined first by the two candidates for City Council Seat 2, Teresa Dominick and Brandon Lee. We discussed their backgrounds, their competing visions for managing the city's growth, and t...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 20 minutes

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11.24.2025 - Mutiny-gate, Bengals/Trojans/Cougars win big, INTERVIEW: Sen. Kevin Cook on Idaho Water, Mayoral Runoff Update

Send us a text On the show today, Neal Larson kicked things off while Julie Mason is out for the Thanksgiving holiday. We jumped right into the political fray, discussing the ongoing "mutiny gate" controversy where Democrats are encouraging the military to defy a potential President Trump, and we examined their attempts to clean up those comments over the weekend. We also touched on Marjorie Taylor Greene's decision to step down from Congress. But it wasn't all national politics; we had a lot...

4 weeks ago

1 hour 15 minutes

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11.21.2025 - Dems encourage military mutiny, Trump reacts, Neal shares mom's pecan pie recipe

Send us a text On today's show, we dove headfirst into the controversy started by a group of Democrat veterans in Congress who released a video telling military members they can refuse "unlawful orders." We see this as a dangerous and irresponsible provocation, a vague attempt to sow chaos and undermine the military's chain of command. When President Trump pushed back hard on social media, correctly identifying their actions as seditious and pointing out the serious legal penalties for such b...

1 month ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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11.20.2025 - Mayoral update, School Choice forum ambush, Neal's Orange Thumb mystery

Send us a text On today's show, we got into the final stretch of the local runoff elections, which are now less than two weeks away. Neal and Julie spent a lot of time breaking down the increasingly divisive and negative tone of the mayoral races. We discussed how what began as a civil, policy-focused contest between two capable candidates has unfortunately been soured by surrogates engaging in bad-faith attacks and injecting religion into the debate. We also heard from many of our listeners—...

1 month ago

1 hour 23 minutes

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11.19.2025 - Mayoral Runoff Political Strategy

Send us a text On today's show, we took a deep dive into the final stretch of the Idaho Falls mayoral runoff between Jeff Aldridge and Lisa Burtenshaw. Neal Larson and Julie Mason began by analyzing Lisa's decision not to attend a recent candidate forum. We discussed why this may have been a calculated political strategy in a runoff election, where mobilizing your own base is more crucial than trying to win over your opponent's supporters. We also explored the broader theme of this race: a vo...

1 month ago

1 hour 25 minutes