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
1.12.2026 - Idaho Session, Police Action, Marijuana Debate
Neal Larson and Julie Mason kick off their Monday show discussing the start of the Idaho legislative session and the upcoming January 15th launch of the Idaho school choice tax credit program. They strongly advocate for House Bill 93, urging listeners to apply for the first-come, first-served funding, even as the bill faces a constitutional challenge in the Idaho Supreme Court. The conversation then shifts to Idaho's $40 million budget shortfall and hopes for a strong national economy to provide relief. A significant segment is dedicated to the widespread unrest following an ICE agent's self-defense shooting, with Neal criticizing what he perceives as biased media coverage, particularly from Jake Tapper, and highlighting local protests related to the shooting and the capture of a Venezuelan drug lord.
The show transitions into a lively, impromptu listener debate on Idaho's potential medical marijuana initiative. Callers share mixed views, with some advocating for its medicinal benefits, especially for the elderly, while others express strong opposition, citing concerns about increased crime, homelessness, and the heightened potency of modern cannabis observed in states like Colorado and Michigan. The hosts question the need for plant-based marijuana if THC is already available in pill form, suggesting it's an incremental step towards cultural acceptance of smoking dope. The episode also touches on Aaron Bingham's legislative appointment and previews tomorrow's crucial Supreme Court hearing on Idaho's landmark Fairness in Women's Sports Act.
**Highlight List**
* **Idaho School Choice & Legislative Updates:** Discussion of the new school choice tax credit program, its upcoming launch, and the constitutional challenge it faces, alongside Idaho's budget shortfall.
* **ICE Agent Shooting & Media Scrutiny:** Analysis of a controversial ICE agent shooting, arguments for officer justification, and criticism of perceived media bias in reporting.
* **Medical Marijuana Debate:** A spontaneous listener call-in segment exploring the pros and cons of legalizing medical marijuana in Idaho, with diverse views on its societal and health impacts.
* **Supreme Court Hearing Preview:** Anticipation for tomorrow's oral arguments at the Supreme Court regarding Idaho's Fairness in Women's Sports Act.
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