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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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83:18

3.6.2027 - S4C: Musai, covering The Weather, Noem...

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2026/03/06

Send a text Today we dug into the Kristi Noem shake-up and the way everyone’s trying to spin it. Call it whatever you want—“reassigned,” “moved,” “Western Shield” whatever—this wasn’t a lateral move, and pretending otherwise doesn’t help. We talked about what likely set the stage for it, including the frustration that Homeland Security started looking like a personal branding vehicle (that self-deportation ad campaign being the clearest example). At the same time, we pushed back on the idea t...

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89:47

3.5.2026 - INTERVIEW: Secretary of State Phil...

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2026/03/05

Send a text Today’s show was a classic “all of the above” kind of morning. We started with a mix of Idaho politics and everyday-life tangents—everything from why the governor’s race is crowded while other statewide incumbents are basically unopposed, to Pocatello’s new Target and the excitement around Raising Caine’s. From there we jumped into a clip from the Senate floor where Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke enforced the rule about referring to the governor as “the gentleman on the second floor,” which...

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82:39

3.4.2026 - Party Cohesion, Lawmaker Accountability,...

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2026/03/04

Send a text Neal Larson walks us through a new “party cohesion” metric he built (with help from AI and the legislative API) to measure how often Idaho lawmakers vote with the majority of their stated party on votes that break along clear partisan lines. The goal isn’t a purity test or a “gotcha,” but a sunlight tool: if you’re running with an “R” (or “D”), how often do you actually vote like one—especially on the big, ideological fights? Neal and Julie Mason dig into early House results (enou...

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85:06

3.3.2026 - Idaho Immigration Bills, Party Integrity,...

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2026/03/03

Send a text Today we’re tracking the Idaho Legislature as two major immigration enforcement bills (H700 and H704) move from the House to what Neal calls the Senate “morgue” — State Affairs — chaired by Senator Jim Guthrie. We talk through why that committee placement raises alarms, how primary-season politics may pressure the Senate to at least give the bills a real hearing, and why Neal wants a rule change: if a bill clears one chamber with a strong margin (something like 60%), the other cha...

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88:09

3.2.2026 - Iran Strike, E-Verify Showdown, What We...

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2026/03/02

Send a text Neal Larson and Julie Mason unpack the U.S. (and Israeli) operation against Iran over the weekend, arguing it wasn’t some impulsive “assassination” but a long-overdue strike against a regime they see as an active, ongoing threat to America and Israel through missiles, nuclear ambitions, and proxy terror groups. They push back hard on the idea that the U.S. must wait for an “imminent threat” before responding, and frame Trump’s approach as the opposite of feeding the military-indus...

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84:33

2.27.2026 - S4C: Pierce Nielsen "Jersey Giant",...

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2026/02/27

Send a text Today we kicked around a couple of those issues that sound simple until you actually follow them to the end. We started with a bill moving through the Idaho Legislature that would curb cities from restricting short-term rentals like Airbnb, framed as a private property rights question and another example of the state reining in local governments. That led into a bigger conversation about where authority sits in our system (statehouse vs. city hall), why “nonpartisan” local electio...

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87:33

2.26.2026 - Traffic, Taxes, & Left Lane Lurkers

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2026/02/26

Send a text This episode of the Neal Larson Show, with Julie Mason, dives into a lively mix of legislative proposals and public frustrations, heavily leaning into traffic woes. The hosts kick off with Senator Mark Harris's bill aimed at tackling "left lane lurkers"—slow drivers hogging the passing lane. This sparks an animated discussion, with Neal humorously suggesting the bill is a political maneuver, and listeners passionately weighing in, labeling lurkers as the "Karens of the road" and q...

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84:05

2.25.2026 - SOTU Review, Clown Car, Idaho Debates

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2026/02/25

Send a text Neal Larson and Julie Mason open their February 25th, 2026 broadcast with a detailed analysis of a recent State of the Union address, which they generally praise for its solid structure and celebratory tone, rating it a B+/A-. They note the speech was "Trump-esque" with familiar catchphrases but appreciated that it didn't require them to "justify" the president's statements, a departure from past frustrations. Highlights included recognizing heroes such as Erica Kirk, whose husban...

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88:27

2.24.2026 - Legislative Scrutiny, Political...

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2026/02/24

Send a text This episode kicks off with Neal and Julie looking ahead to tonight's State of the Union, where the President's "America 250" theme is set to intertwine with discussions on pressing issues like tariffs, the economy, and Iran. Locally, the Idaho legislative session is a major focus. We hear their take on Senator Harris's e-verify bill, which they critically analyze for potentially offering more exemptions than enforcement, raising questions about transparency in legislation. The "b...

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87:23

2.23.2026 - Budget Battles, Political Gaffes,...

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2026/02/23

Send a text Neal Larson and Julie Mason dive deep into a diverse array of topics, kicking off with a pragmatic look at state budget cuts, particularly in Idaho. They challenge the alarmist rhetoric often employed by politicians during election cycles, suggesting that modest cuts (like 1%) won't lead to calamity and that much of the current financial squeeze stems from the "extra money" available during the COVID years, leading to a societal struggle with delayed gratification. The conversatio...

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88:35

2.20.2026 - S4C: Tessa Cates, Aliens Exist, SCOTUS...

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2026/02/20

Send a text The big news dropped this morning: the Supreme Court has struck down all the tariffs enacted by former President Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, with a 6-3 decision. While Neal appreciated the reminder of checks and balances within our government, Julie pointed out the "tariff derangement syndrome" some exhibit. There's still a lot of uncertainty about whether money will be refunded and the full implications of the ruling, with many media headlines jum...

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87:25

2.19.2026 - Iran Tensions, Digital IDs, and voter...

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2026/02/19

Send a text Neal Larson and Julie Mason kicked off their show covering a broad spectrum of topics, from local politics to global affairs. They began by discussing the Kansas Senate overriding Governor Laura Kelly's veto and CNN's concerning midterm predictions showing governorships tilting Republican. A significant portion of the conversation revolved around President Trump's "Board of Peace" meeting, which spurred a deep dive into escalating US-Iran tensions, the military buildup in the Midd...

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76:58

2.18.2026 - Idaho Legislative Drama: Prisons, Blood,...

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2026/02/18

Send a text On a surprisingly wintery and snowy Wednesday, Neal and Julie kicked off the show with a mix of local legislative updates and federal insights from Congressman Mike Simpson. Feeling the fatigue of the current legislative session, Neal first dove into the ongoing issue of Idaho's prison system, highlighting how counties are significantly under-reimbursed for housing state inmates, effectively subsidizing the state. Despite a proposed increase, it still falls short, prompting Neal t...

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80:52

2.17.2026 - Idaho Politics, AOC Gaffes, Cultural Decay

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2026/02/17

Send a text Neal Larson and Julie Mason kick off their Tuesday show diving deep into Idaho's legislative session, focusing on contentious budget cuts and the "bathroom bill." They express frustration over the perceived political theater surrounding "draconian cuts" and the media's tendency to link every future negative event to these decisions. A key discussion point highlights Representative Stephanie Mickelsen's contradictory actions – passionately arguing against cultural legislation (like...

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84:15

2.13.2026 - S4C: Luke Hoffstaeter & Kaylee Caura Lee,...

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2026/02/13

Send a text This episode kicks off with Neal Larson delving into a significant press conference about Idaho's "unauthorized immigrant workforce." He expresses strong reservations about any policies that would allow "looking the other way" on illegal immigration, emphasizing that the law must always take precedence over economic interests. Neal dissects a proposed E-verify bill, arguing its exemptions render it largely ineffective and that the constant re-labeling of "illegal" as "undocumented...

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90:05

2.12.2026 - INTERVIEW: IFPD Chief Bryce Johnson,...

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2026/02/12

Send a text We kicked off with a deep dive into the buzzing Idaho legislative session, focusing on how many new bills, often with minimal fiscal impact, are moving forward. A hot topic was Senator James Ruchti's push to "gut" House Bill 93, a $50 million program designed to offer educational choices, which has predictably stirred up some serious debate among lawmakers. A significant portion of the conversation revolved around RS33193, a bill aiming to shift Idaho's presidential primary to Mar...

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87:28

2.11.2026 - PARODY DEBUT... also Budget Battles, Woke...

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2026/02/11

Send a text Neal and Julie kick off the show with a laugh, playing a "Great Moments in American Political History" parody before diving into the serious issue of Idaho's state budget. They discuss the ongoing legislative session, which is rushing due to campaigning, and the controversial proposed Medicaid cuts. While a local mother calls these cuts "catastrophic," Neal and Julie question this framing, suggesting they might be modest adjustments that require everyone to "tighten their belts." ...

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NLS PARODY: Great Moments in Political History - S....

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2026/02/11

Send a text Enjoy this stirring rendition of Great Moments in American History, honoring Ronald Reagan, JFK, MLK Jr, and FDR. Oh, and Representative Stephanie Mickelsen. (Rod Furniss, too, just a little.)

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78:56

2.10.2026 - Walz, Flags, and Halftime Flops

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2026/02/10

Send a text It was a packed show today, touching on everything from local Idaho politics to national cultural debates. Neal Larson and Julie Mason kicked things off by dissecting the Idaho Democrat Party's strategy, particularly their decision to bring Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for a fundraiser. They argued this move highlights the party's disconnect from average Idahoans, suggesting it's more about raising cash from a wealthy, niche demographic than actually winning statewide elections, es...

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86:10

2.9.2026 - Super Bowl, Bathroom Bills, Epstein Files

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2026/02/09

Send a text The hosts kick off the show with a broad sweep of topics, from a Super Bowl recap dissecting the game's quality, the controversial Bad Bunny halftime show, and the alternative TPUSA performance, right through to local weather and sports triumphs. A significant portion of the discussion then shifts to the Idaho legislative session, focusing on a hotly debated bill to restrict public restroom use based on biological sex. This leads to a critical examination of Representative Stephan...

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