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10.29.25–NLS–Dems Use Shutdown as Leverage, I.F. Mayoral Race">10.29.25–NLS–Dems Use Shutdown as Leverage, I.F. Mayoral Race
On this episode, Neal and Julie focus on the ongoing government shutdown, which they frame as a deliberate strategy by the Democratic party. They argue that Democrats, citing a quote from Senator Chris Coons, are openly admitting to using the shutdown as “leverage,” despite the negative impact on federal workers and the American public. The hosts support this claim by noting that numerous major unions are now publicly urging Democrats to pass the Republican funding bill. Furthermore, they discuss recent polling data suggesting this strategy may be backfiring, with the Republican party’s approval ratings reportedly improving among both its base and independent voters since the shutdown began.
The conversation also shifts to an in-depth analysis of local politics, specifically the Idaho Falls mayoral race between candidates Lisa Burtenshaw and Jeff Alldridge. Using an AI-generated prompt to weigh each candidate’s strengths, the hosts conclude that while Burtenshaw is the slight frontrunner, Alldridge has made the race highly competitive. In light of this, they announce their plan to host an on-air debate between the two candidates later in the week. The episode also touches on broader critiques of liberal policies, including the failures of Obamacare to control healthcare costs and what the hosts describe as past “alarmism” regarding climate change predictions.
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10.30.25–NLS–Risch on Shutdown, Local Mayoral Races">10.30.25–NLS–Risch on Shutdown, Local Mayoral Races
In this episode, the hosts interview Senator Jim Risch, who blames the Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown. He argues that their refusal to support a continuing resolution is harming essential services for veterans, military personnel, and recipients of SNAP benefits. Senator Risch also defends President Trump’s military actions against drug cartel boats, framing the fentanyl crisis as an attack on the nation that the president has the authority to counter. Following the interview, the hosts discuss national political trends, referencing a poll that shows climate change is a low priority for Americans and suggesting that “Trump hatred” has become a primary motivating force for the left.
The conversation then shifts its focus to upcoming local mayoral races in Pocatello and Idaho Falls. The hosts conduct an informal on-air “flash poll” for both races, taking calls and texts from listeners. In the Pocatello poll, challenger Greg Cates emerged as the clear favorite over the incumbent and other candidates. For the Idaho Falls race between Jeff Alldridge and Lisa Burtenshaw, Alldridge received overwhelming support from the audience. The hosts conclude by analyzing the local campaigns, offering strategic advice, and discussing the potential influence of endorsements and voter apathy on the final election results.
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10.31.25–NLS–CR Stalemate, Guest Mayoral Candidate Jeff Alldridge">10.31.25–NLS–CR Stalemate, Guest Mayoral Candidate Jeff Alldridge
On the Halloween episode of The Neal Larson Show, hosts Neal Larson and Julie Mason discuss the ongoing government shutdown, focusing on the political stalemate surrounding the “Clean CR” (Continuing Resolution). They highlight that Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, have passed the measure, but Democrats are now blocking it. A clip from the Teamsters president is played, urging politicians to pass the resolution and reopen the government to prevent harm to working families. The show’s main event was supposed to be a live mayoral debate for Idaho Falls between Lisa Burtenshaw and Jeff Alldridge, but the hosts announce live on air that Burtenshaw withdrew just before the show due to illness.
In place of the cancelled debate, the hosts interview the remaining candidate, Jeff Alldridge, who agrees to stay for a segment. During the interview, Alldridge addresses what he feels are personal attacks from his opponent’s campaign and discusses his vision for the city. Key topics include improving planning and zoning to manage growth, addressing Idaho Falls’ infrastructure backlog without raising taxes, and his support for the police department. The episode also features a live musical performance by Kyler Holverson and Jordan Adams, discussion of a major traffic incident on I-15, and the hosts sharing personal ghost stories for Halloween.
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