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.
The Neal Larson Show
10.8.25--NLS--Comey Pleas Not Gulity, Candace Owens Posts Conspiracy Theory
In the podcast, Neal and Julie discuss James Comey's not guilty plea, touching on the debate over political retribution versus the impartial application of justice. The conversation then moves to the government shutdown, analyzing the political pressures on Democratic leadership. A significant topic is a partisan message posted on the US Forest Service website that blames Democrats for the shutdown; the hosts explore a formal complaint about the message, concluding it likely violates the Hatch Act. They also comment on public television selling Bob Ross paintings to stay afloat, which the host supports as a model of self-sufficiency over reliance on government funding.
A central theme of the discussion is the aftermath of political commentator Charlie Kirk's assassination. While noting the continued success of Turning Point USA events, the hosts express strong criticism of Candace Owens' controversial theories and public commentary on the matter. They question her motives, describing her as opportunistic and expressing skepticism over claims like Kirk appearing to her in a dream. In contrast, they defend Kirk's widow, Erica, against public criticism, arguing that her strength is not an indication of a lack of grief. The hosts firmly dismiss conspiracy theories implicating Israel in the assassination as irresponsible speculation.
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