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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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86:37

10.2.25--NLS--Humorless Dems' Hypocrisy, Immigration...

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2025/10/02

Send us a text In today's episode, Neal and Julie critique media personalities and Democratic leaders for what they describe as humorless and dramatic overreactions to Donald Trump's political tactics. They argue that the left "clutches their pearls" over memes, such as those featuring sombreros, and trolling merchandise like "Trump 2028" hats, while failing to recognize them as jokes. This is contrasted with a poll allegedly showing a majority of left-leaners believe it's acceptable to assas...

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83:04

10.1.25--NLS--Government Shutdown, Trump Trolls...

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2025/10/01

Send us a text The podcast begins with Republican leaders, including Speaker Johnson and John Thune, blaming Democrats for a government shutdown, which they label the "Schumer shutdown." They assert they passed a clean, common-sense funding bill that Democrats rejected for political reasons. The hosts agree with this perspective and later conduct a "flash poll" asking listeners how the shutdown affects them. Callers report minimal immediate impact, with discussions covering the status of nati...

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89:15

9.30.25--NLS--Michigan Attack Misinformation, School...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text The podcast hosts delve into several significant current events, focusing heavily on a recent anti-Christian attack at a church in Michigan. They discuss the shooter's background, the challenge of navigating social media misinformation surrounding the event, and their frustration with divisive rhetoric from other religious figures during a time that calls for unity. This event is framed within a broader context of recent emotional turmoil for their community, which also include...

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91:25

9.29.25--NLS--President Nelson Passes, Michigan LDS...

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2025/09/29

Send us a text The podcast hosts began the show by addressing two major, unexpected events from the weekend concerning the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They first discussed the passing of church president Russell M. Nelson at the age of 101, reflecting on his significant contributions to medicine as a heart surgeon and his impactful, reform-minded leadership of the church since 2018. However, the hosts expressed that the period of mourning was overshadowed by a horrific event ...

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85:19

9.26.25--NLS-Comey's Indictment, Impact of Political...

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2025/09/26

Send us a text In today's episode, Neal begins by discussing the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, which is the central topic of the program. He explains that the indictment is likely for perjury, stemming from Comey's testimony to Congress where he denied leaking classified information. The host characterizes Comey as a narcissist who felt he was above the law, playing old audio clips where Comey denies being a leaker and another where he advocates for enforcing truth wit...

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83:57

9.24.25--NLS--Shooting at Dallas ICE Facility,...

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2025/09/24

Send us a text In this episode of the Neal Larson show, Neal and Julie talk about a shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, which resulted in the deaths of a detainee and the shooter, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Unspent ammunition inscribed with anti-ICE sentiments was recovered at the scene. The incident prompted strong reactions, particularly from Senator Ted Cruz, who called for an end to the divisive rhetoric surrounding ICE and CBP, arguing that such language can...

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79:39

9.23.25--NLS--Simpson on New Nuclear Facility;...

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2025/09/23

Send us a text This podcast episode features an interview with Congressman Mike Simpson. The hosts, Neal Larson and Julie Mason, discuss the groundbreaking of a new nuclear reactor reprocessing facility at the Idaho National Laboratory, heralding a potential nuclear energy renaissance. They touch on the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, expressing frustration with the political divide highlighted by some Democrats voting against a resolution condemning political violence. The hosts al...

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84:44

9.22.25--NLS--Kirk Memorial, ISU 90-0 Win,...

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2025/09/22

Send us a text In today's episode of the Neal Larson Show, the host reflects on the emotional aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the five-hour-long tribute held in his honor. Larson praises the event as a "revival" rather than a call for revolution, highlighting the powerful and moving speech by Kirk's widow, Erica. He plays clips of her speech where she notes the absence of rioting after the assassination and publicly forgives her husband's killer, stating that the answer to hate ...

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88:45

9.18.25--NLS--Interview with Senator Risch, Kimmel's...

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2025/09/19

Send us a text In an interview on the Neal Larson Show, U.S. Senator Jim Risch discussed several pressing national and international issues. He addressed the looming government shutdown, noting that if an agreement isn't reached by October 1, about 15% of the government would be affected. The senator also provided an update on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, stating that while talks are essentially a "ruse," both sides will need to make difficult concessions for peace. He commented on President ...

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81:07

9.19.25--NLS--Hostile Political Climate, Studio 4...

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2025/09/19

Send us a text The show began by addressing the increasing hostility and lack of decorum in American politics, highlighted by a clip of a shouting match in Congress between Representatives Rashida Tlaib and Byron Donalds. The hosts observed a troubling rise in profanity and chaotic exchanges among legislators, viewing it as a symptom of a deeper cultural breakdown. They expressed concern over a growing societal acceptance of political violence and the inability to engage in logical, reason-ba...

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82:48

9.16.25--NLS--Kirk Assassination Fallout, National...

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2025/09/17

Send us a text In the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination, the Neal Larson grapples with the resulting political and societal fallout. He strongly refutes the "both sides" narrative that assigns equal blame for the current heated political climate, arguing that violent rhetoric and actions predominantly stem from the political left. Neal critiques opinion pieces calling for a general lowering of the temperature, stating such calls are too late and misdirected. He assert...

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85:15

9.16.25--NLS--"Both Sides-ism", Political Violence,...

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2025/09/16

Send us a text In this episode of the Neal Larson Show, Neal argues against the idea of "both sides-ism" in political discourse following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, saying that equating lesser offenses with horrific acts of political violence is absurd and that the left is disproportionately responsible for escalating political tensions and violence. Kirk's assassination is contrasted with the murder of Melissa Hartman, with the hosts noting that Hartman was not a national political f...

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89:56

9.15.25--NLS--Political Radicalization, Community...

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2025/09/15

Send us a text In the wake of the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk, the Neal and Julie grapple with the nation's reaction, expressing disgust and anger. They condemn what they describe as years of inflammatory rhetoric from the left, which they believe culminated in this act of violence, and are further incensed by those who have celebrated the killing. The hosts discuss the spread of conspiracy theories and the attempts to posthumously smear Kirk's character, pushing back ...

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86:58

9.12.2025 -- NLS Charlie Kirk Coverage, Studio 4...

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2025/09/12

Send us a text Neal and Julie carry coverage of the Charlie Kirk Assassination arrest. Claire Dye performs this week's Studio 4 Cover. We discuss Saturday evening's candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk. Let’s talk advertising. When you want to advertise on the radio, you call the station, right? But what about Facebook, Instagram, Hulu, Disney+, Peacock, and other streaming platforms? You could try clicking around, reading books, or taking online courses to figure it out—or you can let us...

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85:45

9.11.25--NLS--In Memory of Charlie Kirk

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2025/09/11

Send us a text The Neal Larson Show discusses and takes calls about the assassination of Conservative influencer and Turning Point Founder, Charlie Kirk. President Trump's remarks about 9/11 are also carried. Let’s talk advertising. When you want to advertise on the radio, you call the station, right? But what about Facebook, Instagram, Hulu, Disney+, Peacock, and other streaming platforms? You could try clicking around, reading books, or taking online courses to figure it out—or ...

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83:23

9.10.25--NLS--Russian Drones, Racial Violence, Voter...

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2025/09/10

Send us a text In the podcast, host Neal Larson discusses several current events, beginning with Poland shooting down Russian drones that violated its airspace. He criticizes the media, particularly outlets like the Drudge Report, for what he sees as sensationalized, clickbait headlines suggesting an imminent war. The main focus then shifts to the murder of Ukrainian refugee Irina Zarutska in Charlotte. Larson condemns the mainstream media's framing of the story, citing headlines from Politic...

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83:43

9.9.25--NLS--Prayer in Schools, NC Train Murder,...

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2025/09/09

Send us a text On the Neal Larson Show, the hosts analyzed President Trump's speech on faith, where he announced new guidance to protect prayer in public schools and a task force to eradicate anti-Christian bias in the federal government. A significant portion of the show was dedicated to the brutal murder of a Ukrainian refugee in Charlotte, with the hosts criticizing the mainstream media for its delayed coverage. They took aim at commentator Brian Stelter for framing the story around "pro-T...

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81:48

9.8.25--NLS--Election Security, Philly "Karen", NC...

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2025/09/08

Send us a text On the Neal Larson Show, the hosts discussed a recent voter fraud case in Fremont County, Idaho, where seven people were arrested for illegally voting in a close 2023 Island Park election, prompting a debate on election security and whether the results could be overturned. The conversation then shifted to a viral incident at a Phillies-Marlins game, dubbed the "Philly Karen" story, where a woman aggressively took a home run ball from a father who had retrieved it for his young ...

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9.4.2025--NLS--Perez Shooting, RFK Hearing, Florida's...

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2025/09/05

Send us a text In this episode of the "Neal Larson Show," Neal and Julie delve into the Idaho Attorney General's decision not to press criminal charges against the police officers who shot and killed teenager Victor Perez in Pocatello. While acknowledging a consensus, even among other law enforcement officers, that the situation was handled poorly and escalated unnecessarily, the host explains that the officers' actions did not meet the legal threshold for criminality. The discussion highligh...

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9.5.25--NLS--RFK Senate Hearing, Vaccine Hypocrisy,...

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2025/09/05

Send us a text In the "Neal Larson Show," the hosts recapped the contentious Senate hearing with Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. They argued that RFK Jr.'s skepticism about vaccine schedules and his efforts to reform the CDC are necessary to restore public trust, which was eroded by the agency's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion highlighted the hypocrisy of public health officials who express alarm over unvaccinated American children while ignoring the influx of un...

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