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.
Episodes
300 episodes
10.7.25--NLS--Government Shutdown, Tacos, and Bad Bunny
Neal Larson begins today's episode by addressing the federal government shutdown, placing the blame on Democrats for blocking a "clean" continuing resolution to fund the government. He then shifts to a local Idaho lawsuit over House Bill 93, a ...
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1:21:55
10.2.25--NLS--Humorless Dems' Hypocrisy, Immigration Complexity
In today's episode, Neal and Julie critique media personalities and Democratic leaders for what they describe as humorless and dramatic overreactions to Donald Trump's political tactics. They argue that the left "clutches their pearls" over mem...
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1:26:37
10.1.25--NLS--Government Shutdown, Trump Trolls Jefferies
The podcast begins with Republican leaders, including Speaker Johnson and John Thune, blaming Democrats for a government shutdown, which they label the "Schumer shutdown." They assert they passed a clean, common-sense funding bill that Democrat...
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1:23:04
9.30.25--NLS--Michigan Attack Misinformation, School Choice Lawsuit, New Military of Merit
The podcast hosts delve into several significant current events, focusing heavily on a recent anti-Christian attack at a church in Michigan. They discuss the shooter's background, the challenge of navigating social media misinformation surround...
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1:29:15
9.29.25--NLS--President Nelson Passes, Michigan LDS Church Shooting
The podcast hosts began the show by addressing two major, unexpected events from the weekend concerning the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They first discussed the passing of church president Russell M. Nelson at the age of 101, r...
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1:31:25
9.26.25--NLS-Comey's Indictment, Impact of Political Rhetoric
In today's episode, Neal begins by discussing the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, which is the central topic of the program. He explains that the indictment is likely for perjury, stemming from Comey's testimony to Congres...
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1:25:19
9.24.25--NLS--Shooting at Dallas ICE Facility, Tylenol, Trump's UN Speech
In this episode of the Neal Larson show, Neal and Julie talk about a shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, which resulted in the deaths of a detainee and the shooter, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Unspent ammunition inscribed...
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1:23:57
9.23.25--NLS--Simpson on New Nuclear Facility; Government Funding; United Nations
This podcast episode features an interview with Congressman Mike Simpson. The hosts, Neal Larson and Julie Mason, discuss the groundbreaking of a new nuclear reactor reprocessing facility at the Idaho National Laboratory, heralding a pote...
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1:19:39
9.22.25--NLS--Kirk Memorial, ISU 90-0 Win, Educational Choice Lawsuit
In today's episode of the Neal Larson Show, the host reflects on the emotional aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the five-hour-long tribute held in his honor. Larson praises the event as a "revival" rather than a call for revolution...
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1:24:44
9.19.25--NLS--Hostile Political Climate, Studio 4 Cover, Congress Honors Kirk
The show began by addressing the increasing hostility and lack of decorum in American politics, highlighted by a clip of a shouting match in Congress between Representatives Rashida Tlaib and Byron Donalds. The hosts observed a troubling rise i...
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1:21:07
9.18.25--NLS--Interview with Senator Risch, Kimmel's Removal
In an interview on the Neal Larson Show, U.S. Senator Jim Risch discussed several pressing national and international issues. He addressed the looming government shutdown, noting that if an agreement isn't reached by October 1, about 15% of the...
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1:28:45
9.17.25--NLS--Kirk Assassination Fallout, National Crisis of Trust
In the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination, the Neal Larson grapples with the resulting political and societal fallout. He strongly refutes the "both sides" narrative that assigns equal blame for the current heated politi...
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1:22:48
9.16.25--NLS--"Both Sides-ism", Political Violence, Senate FBI Hearing
In this episode of the Neal Larson Show, Neal argues against the idea of "both sides-ism" in political discourse following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, saying that equating lesser offenses with horrific acts of political violence is absur...
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1:25:15
9.15.25--NLS--Political Radicalization, Community Vigil, UVU Eyewitnesses
In the wake of the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk, the Neal and Julie grapple with the nation's reaction, expressing disgust and anger. They condemn what they describe as years of inflammatory rhetoric from the left, which ...
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1:29:56
9.12.2025 -- NLS Charlie Kirk Coverage, Studio 4 Covers (Claire Dye), Candlelight Vigil
Neal and Julie carry coverage of the Charlie Kirk Assassination arrest.Claire Dye performs this week's Studio 4 Cover. We discuss Saturday evening's candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk.
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1:26:58
9.11.25--NLS--In Memory of Charlie Kirk
The Neal Larson Show discusses and takes calls about the assassination of Conservative influencer and Turning Point Founder, Charlie Kirk. President Trump's remarks about 9/11 are also carried.
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1:25:45
9.10.25--NLS--Russian Drones, Racial Violence, Voter Fraud
In the podcast, host Neal Larson discusses several current events, beginning with Poland shooting down Russian drones that violated its airspace. He criticizes the media, particularly outlets like the Drudge Report, for what he sees as sensatio...
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1:23:23
9.9.25--NLS--Prayer in Schools, NC Train Murder, Island Park Election Fraud
On the Neal Larson Show, the hosts analyzed President Trump's speech on faith, where he announced new guidance to protect prayer in public schools and a task force to eradicate anti-Christian bias in the federal government. A significant portio...
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1:23:43
9.8.25--NLS--Election Security, Philly "Karen", NC Subway Stabbing
On the Neal Larson Show, the hosts discussed a recent voter fraud case in Fremont County, Idaho, where seven people were arrested for illegally voting in a close 2023 Island Park election, prompting a debate on election security and whether the...
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1:21:48
9.5.25--NLS--RFK Senate Hearing, Vaccine Hypocrisy, Epstein Scandal
In the "Neal Larson Show," the hosts recapped the contentious Senate hearing with Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. They argued that RFK Jr.'s skepticism about vaccine schedules and his efforts to reform the CDC are necessary to resto...
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1:19:25
9.4.2025--NLS--Perez Shooting, RFK Hearing, Florida's Vaccine Changes
In this episode of the "Neal Larson Show," Neal and Julie delve into the Idaho Attorney General's decision not to press criminal charges against the police officers who shot and killed teenager Victor Perez in Pocatello. While acknowledging a c...
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1:26:01
9.3.2025--NLS--National Guard, Epstein Survivors, Bucky's, Prision Life
This episode delves into the political and emotional complexities of deploying troops in American cities, using the analogy of a "quarterback" to contrast the actions and perceived motives Donald Trump and Barack Obama. The conversation highlig...
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1:07:30
9.2.2025--NLS--Local Mayoral Races, The Ebb of "Woke", Water Meters
In this episode, the Neal provides a detailed analysis of the upcoming mayoral races in Idaho Falls and Pocatello. For Idaho Falls, he suggests that City Councilwoman Lisa Burtenshaw has a clear advantage, citing her name recognition and her in...
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1:26:07
8.29.2025--NLS--Thoughts and Prayers, Candon Dahle's Child Abuse Case
In the wake of a recent Minnesota school shooting, Neal criticizes the political left, particularly figures like Jen Psaki, for their denigration of "thoughts and prayers." He argues that this response is a theatrical and emotionally manipulati...
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1:24:41
8.28.2025--NLS--Gun Control, John Bolton Investigation, West Nile Virus
On the Neal Larson Show, the hosts react strongly to comments made by Trey Gowdy following the school shooting in Minneapolis. Gowdy suggested a conversation about "keeping firearms out" of the hands of young white males, which the hosts deemed...
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