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The Neal Larson Show

Neal Larson is an Associated Press Award-winning newspaper columnist and radio talk show host. He has a BA from Idaho State University in Media Studies and Political Science. Neal is happily married to his wife Esther with their five children in Idaho Falls.Julie Mason is a long-time resident of east Idaho with a degree in journalism from Ricks College. Julie enjoys reading, baking, and is an avid dog lover. When not on the air she enjoys spending time with her three children and husband of 26

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85:35

8.7.2025--NLS--Redistricting, School Choice, Going...

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2025/08/07

Send us a text In this episode of the Neal Larson Show, Texas Democrats are criticized for leaving the state to block a redistricting effort. This seems hypocritical, given the number of times Democrats in other "blue states" who have heavily gerrymandered districts to their own advantage. The conversation then shifted to local issues with an in-studio interview with Paul Hackey, a school board trustee for Idaho Falls District 91. Hackey detailed the frustrating and lengthy teacher salary neg...

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84:21

8.6.2025--NLS--Trump's on the Roof, L.A. Olympics,...

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2025/08/07

Send us a text In the podcast, the host began by criticizing the liberal Idaho-based group Reclaim Idaho for its "Not a Dollar More" campaign opposing school choice legislation. The host framed this as a positive development for conservatives, citing Reclaim Idaho's history of failed initiatives and arguing their opposition could backfire. The conversation then shifted to national politics, with the host praising President Donald Trump's high-energy style. Topics included Trump's executive or...

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85:03

8.5.2025--NLS--Mamdani's Socialist Platform, Texas...

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2025/08/06

Send us a text In this episode of The Neal Larson Show, the hosts dive into a variety of political subjects, with a significant focus on Zoran Mamdani's campaign for mayor of New York City. They critique Elizabeth Warren's endorsement of his socialist platform, predicting that if Mamdani is elected and implements his agenda, the city's wealthiest residents will flee. The hosts also point out Senator Cory Booker's refusal to comment on the race. The discussion then shifts to the Texas Democrat...

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82:49

8.4.2025--NLS--Dems Flee Texas, Decline of Late...

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2025/08/04

Send us a text In this podcast, the Neal discusses the recent actions of Texas Democratic lawmakers who have fled to Illinois to prevent a quorum and block a vote on a new redistricting map. Texas Governor Greg Abbott is threatening to remove these lawmakers from office, citing a dereliction of duty and potential abandonment of their elected positions. Neal plays a clip of Representative Jasmine Crockett confirming their intent to break quorum. Governor Abbott is also exploring legal action, ...

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80:07

8.1.2025--NLS--Russia Collusion Hoax, Corruption,...

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2025/08/01

Send us a text In this episode of the Neal Larson Show, Neal passionately discusses newly released intelligence documents that he claims prove Hillary Clinton personally approved the "Russia-Trump collusion hoax." He argues this was a deliberate and political operation designed to destroy Donald Trump's candidacy and later his presidency, creating deep divisions in the country. Neal and Julie criticize figures like James Comey for their complicity and express deep frustration with the pattern...

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90:27

7.31.2025--NLS--Risch on Tariffs, Ted Cruz's Podcast,...

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2025/07/31

Send us a text In an interview with U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the conversation focused on the success of President Trump's tariff policies, which Risch defended as effective due to other countries' reliance on the U.S. economy. Risch expressed conditional support for a potential tariff rebate for Americans, emphasizing the need to address the national debt. He also discussed his legislative efforts, including the "287(g) Program Protection Act" to improve cooperation between local and federal l...

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86:17

7.30.2025 - NLS Dem nonsense, Sudden Epstein Interest...

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2025/07/30

Send us a text This morning on News Talk 107.9, Neal Larson and Julie Mason discussed the latest Democratic reactions to current events, including several clips of Senators Schumer, Klobuchar, and Booker. Schumer's comments on voter ID laws were criticized as inherently racist, with Larson arguing that requiring ID is a widely supported practice. Klobuchar's anecdote about grocery store shoppers lamenting high prices was deemed inauthentic. Booker's impassioned speech against Trump's po...

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84:53

7.29.2025 - NLS Trump's win, Panic Tour Analysis.

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2025/07/30

Send us a text This episode of the Neal Larson Show focuses on the ongoing debate surrounding Idaho's House Bill 93, a tax credit for educational expenses. Larson argues that opponents of the bill, including the IEA (Idaho Education Association) and various superintendents, are mischaracterizing it as a voucher system and engaging in fear-mongering through staged "panic tour" town halls. He emphasizes that HB 93 simply provides parents with more educational options without detracting fr...

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85:36

7.28.2025--NLS--A Brother's Tribute, Trump's EU Deal,...

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2025/07/28

Send us a text In the first part of the show, host Neal Larson shared the deeply personal news of his older brother Steve's passing at the age of 64. He recounted that his brother, a beloved family man and great storyteller, tragically drowned in the American Falls Reservoir after experiencing engine trouble with his boat while fishing with his grandson. Larson paid a heartfelt tribute to his brother, whom he described as funny and politically aligned with him, and expressed his family's grie...

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78:41

7.25.2025--NLS--Save our School "Panic Tour",...

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2025/07/25

Send us a text In this episode of the Neal Larson Show, hosts Neal Larson and Julie Mason criticized the "Save Our Schools" advocacy tour in Idaho, labeling it a "panic tour" and an overreaction to a new $50 million school choice program. While affirming their personal support for public education, including voting for school bonds and levies, they argued that the tour's organizers are disproportionately threatened by a program that constitutes a tiny fraction of the state's multi-billion-dol...

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7.23.2025--NLS--HB 93 on Educational Choice, Moscow...

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2025/07/23

Send us a text In today's episode, we discuss Idaho House Bill 93, which provides tax credits for parental choice in education. The host interviews Chris Cargill from the Mountain States Policy Center, who explains that the $50 million program is a tax credit, not a voucher, and is minuscule compared to the nearly $3 billion K-12 public school budget. Cargill addresses what the host calls the "panic tour" by opponents, stating the program doesn't take money from public schools and that simila...

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81:20

7.22.2025--NLS--"Bitter Bidens", "Obama's Coup",...

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2025/07/22

Send us a text In the latest episode, Neal and Julie discuss the political fallout following the 2024 election, focusing on the "bitter Bidens." They critique Hunter Biden for his profanity-laced podcast appearances where he attacks figures like George Clooney and Nancy Pelosi, viewing it as evidence of the family's "trashy" nature and a sign of a deep rift within the Democratic Party. The conversation then shifts to what the hosts term the "Obama coup," alleging that new documents suggest th...

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81:49

7.21.2025--NLS--WNBA Pay,...

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2025/07/22

Send us a text In the latest episode, Neal and Julie delve into several current events, beginning with the WNBA players' protest demanding higher pay. They argue the slogan "Pay us what you owe us" is misleading, as players are paid according to their contracts in a league that is not yet profitable, unlike the NBA. The conversation then shifts to the controversy surrounding former President Trump and the ongoing pressure to release the Epstein files, with the hosts discussing a disputed lett...

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78:10

7.18.2025--NLS--Studio 4 Cover: Sale Pending; Moscow...

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2025/07/18

Send us a text In this episode of the Neal Larson Show, you'll find the Studio 4 Cover by a local band of BYU-Idaho students, singing "Wake Up" by Arcade Fire. Neal and Julie interview Vicky Ward, one the authors of the new book "Moscow Four", written by Ward and James Patterson. The book takes an in-depth look at the circumstances surrounding the Moscow murders, including the climate in the community leading up to the murders, the police investigation, legal handling of the matte...

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7.17.2025--NLS--Comedy is Back, Epstein Firestorm,...

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2025/07/17

Send us a text In this episode, hosts Neal Larson and Julie Mason delve into the controversy surrounding comedian Shane Gillis's hosting of the ESPY Awards. They discuss his provocative jokes about female athletes, such as Caitlin Clark, framing them as a necessary pushback against cancel culture and an example of edgy comedy that plays to a broader audience beyond the room. The conversation then shifts to a lengthy analysis of the political firestorm surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files. Th...

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7.15.2025--NLS--D.O.G.E. Cuts, Momdani's Radicalism,...

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2025/07/16

Send us a text In a today's episode of the Neal Larson Show, Neal critiques the "DOGE cuts," which were recently codified after a tie-breaking vote by the Vice President. The nine-billion-dollar cut represents a mere one-tenth of one percent of the federal budget. He argued that this gives Republicans a talking point without substantively addressing government bloat, waste, and fraud. The conversation then shifts to the renewed calls for the release of the Epstein files, noting a pecul...

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82:19

7.14.2025--NLS--Epstein Files, Reclaiming...

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2025/07/14

Send us a text In this episode, Neal Larson discusses the one-year anniversary of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and the political intrigue surrounding the Epstein files. He recounts watching the 2006 film "The Sentinel," which he recommends for its plot about a presidential assassination attempt from within the Secret Service. The main focus, however, is on Donald Trump's recent Truth Social post regarding the Epstein files. In the post, Trump urged his MAGA supporters to "stop wh...

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83:21

7.14.2025--NLS--Mamdami Mayoral Campaign, Epstein...

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2025/07/14

Send us a text Neal and Julie argue that the current political landscape, arguing that the Democratic party is damaging its own prospects by focusing on unpopular, radical issues. They suggest that figures like Mamdani and the party's stance on open borders and transgender athletes alienate mainstream voters, leaving an open field for Donald Trump to dominate. The "Everyone is Welcome Here" poster controversy, represents a dishonest political statement from the left due to its underlyin...

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7.11.2025--NLS--Fulcher on the Big Beautiful Bill,...

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2025/07/11

Send us a text In this episode, host Neal Larson discusses a range of political topics, starting with his critique of government subsidies for wind and solar energy, which he argues are inefficient and propped up for political reasons. The conversation then shifts to the controversy surrounding the Epstein documents, with Larson expressing frustration over the Trump administration's handling of the situation and their claims that no list exists. He contrasts this with statements from Alan Der...

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81:49

7.10.25--NLS--Jim Risch on Trump's Big Beautiful...

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2025/07/10

Send us a text US Senator Jim Risch joined the program to discuss the recent passage of the "one big beautiful bill," which he described as a "Herculean task." He detailed that the legislation preserves the 2017 tax cuts, provides new tax cuts for working Idahoans (including on tips and overtime pay), secures funding for the southern border, cuts $1.6 trillion in federal spending, and implements Medicare reforms by requiring able-bodied adults to work to receive benefits. The senator also com...

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