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
10.13.25--NLS--Trump Brings Peace in Isreal and Palestine
The podcast highlights what it describes as a historic foreign policy achievement by Donald Trump: brokering an end to the war between Israel and Hamas, which resulted in the release of all living hostages for the first time in 738 days. The host notes that even mainstream media outlets are acknowledging the significance of this event as Trump travels to Egypt for a larger peace summit. This success is contrasted with the current state of domestic politics, where the hosts accuse Democrats of holding the government hostage with a shutdown. They argue that Democrats are using the filibuster as their only remaining lever of power, driven by the need to placate their far-left base and a lack of effective leadership or popular ideas. The host also clarifies a rumor, stating that a supposed Qatari airbase in Idaho is simply a joint training facility and not a cause for alarm.
The discussion then shifts to analyzing the source of Trump's political appeal and the broader political landscape. The hosts attribute his success to his authenticity and his unique ability to connect with everyday Americans, juxtaposing his high-stakes international diplomacy with past publicity stunts like working at McDonald's. They argue that the Democratic party is in disarray, lacking a charismatic and effective leader since Barack Obama and failing to groom a viable replacement. The podcast concludes by reflecting on the 2020 election, with the hosts suggesting that while the subsequent years under the Biden administration were painful for the country, they ultimately served a necessary purpose. They believe this period exposed the left’s agenda, strengthened the conservative movement’s resolve, and awakened the American public, creating a stronger political position for their side today.
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