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 years.
Together these two are a powerhouse of knowledge with great banter that comes together in an entertaining and informative show.
Podcasting since 2024 • 386 episodes
The Neal Larson Show
Latest Episodes
2.24.2026 - Legislative Scrutiny, Political Corrosion, Enduring Trauma
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...
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2.23.2026 - Budget Battles, Political Gaffes, Community Control
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, sugg...
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2.20.2026 - S4C: Tessa Cates, Aliens Exist, SCOTUS Slaps Down Tariffs
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...
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2.19.2026 - Iran Tensions, Digital IDs, and voter integrity
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 predict...
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2.18.2026 - Idaho Legislative Drama: Prisons, Blood, & Utah
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 dov...
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