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The Lars Larson Show Interviews
Lars Larson has been asking the hard questions for decades and he's not stopping now. Every weekday, Lars hosts two of the most listened-to talk radio programs in the country.
From noon to 3pm PT, he anchors a Northwest-focused program heard across more than 100 affiliates in Washington and Oregon, covering the stories and policies hitting closest to home.
Then, from 3 to 6 pm PT, he takes it national with a syndicated program reaching listeners from coast to coast.
No talking points. No agenda-driven nonsense. Just the news, the debates, and the conversations that actually move the needle. Subscribe and find out why millions of listeners keep coming back.
Episodes
267 episodes
Samuel Ben-Ur - Is Christian persecution a warning sign for America's enemies?
Around the world, Christians face violence, imprisonment, and government repression from terrorist groups, authoritarian regimes, and hostile governments. Some foreign policy experts argue that where Christians are persecuted, broader threats t...
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Jarred Weisfeld - Are school police going too far?
After the Uvalde school shooting, Texas required armed officers on every public school campus. Supporters say the policy improves safety, but critics argue it has led to thousands of incidents involving force, arrests, and aggressive policing o...
Rod Lockwood - Could a Freedom City save Detroit?
A Michigan developer wants to transform Detroit’s Belle Isle into a privately funded special economic zone with its own tax structure, governance model, and economic rules. Could a Freedom City attract investment and revive one of America’s mos...
Mateo Forero - Can a state force sheriffs to ignore federal immigration law?
A group of Maryland sheriffs is challenging the state's new sanctuary law, arguing it prevents local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities and puts them in conflict with federal law. Does the Constitution allow s...
Dr. John Lott - Does more concealed carry make America safer?
A new survey finds that nearly 30% of likely voters now carry a concealed handgun at least occasionally, with participation rising across demographic groups and states. As concealed carry becomes more common, what impact is it having on crime, ...
Dr. Nicholas Kardaras - Is AI making us dependent on machines to think?
A new study from researchers at Carnegie Mellon, Oxford, MIT, and UCLA suggests even brief exposure to AI tools can reduce independent problem-solving ability and persistence when the technology is taken away. Are Americans becoming too depende...
Rep. Jim Walsh - Is he preparing a run for Washington governor?
Washington Republicans are already looking ahead to 2028 as questions grow about who can build a statewide conservative coalition. Could Jim Walsh be the one preparing to lead that effort?Rep. Jim Walsh serves as the State Representative...
Brianna Lyman - Should political donors be allowed to bankroll lawsuits against presidents?
Questions are being raised about outside funding in one of the most high-profile civil cases involving President Trump. If wealthy political donors help finance lawsuits against elected officials, does that create concerns about transparency, i...
Angela Erickson - Is higher education becoming an ideological echo chamber?
A new study suggests political diversity among faculty donors at major universities is shrinking, while many conservative professors say they feel uncomfortable expressing their views on campus. Is higher education fostering open debate or beco...
Nathan Proctor - Should Amazon be allowed to abandon devices that still work?
Millions of consumers own older devices that still function perfectly, yet manufacturers increasingly end support and force users onto newer products. When does a software update become a forced upgrade?Nathan Proctor is Senior Director ...
Andrew Crapuchettes - Are HR departments hurting companies more than helping?
A tech CEO says firing his entire HR department improved productivity, customer service, and company culture. Are corporate HR departments solving workplace problems or creating new ones?Andrew Crapuchettes is CEO of RedBalloon. He joins...
Dr. Henry Miller - Are regulations pushing Florida citrus toward collapse?
Florida’s citrus industry is struggling to survive after years of disease, falling production, and mounting costs. As growers turn to gene edited crops for answers, are outdated regulations slowing down the very technology that could save Ameri...
Mandy Gunasekara - Is California’s EPA outrage political theater?
California officials are relying on federal help to respond to a dangerous chemical emergency after years of criticizing federal environmental oversight. Are states too quick to reject Washington until they need help managing a crisis?Ma...
Richard Stern - Should businesses get billions back from illegal tariffs?
The federal government is now refunding billions of dollars in tariffs after a Supreme Court ruling declared them unlawful. Could the decision reshape trade policy and cost taxpayers far more than expected?Richard Stern is Vice President...
Scott Rasmussen - Is America ruled by an out of touch elite?
A new book argues the biggest divide in America is no longer Democrat versus Republican, but everyday citizens versus a small ruling class that holds growing influence over government, media, and culture. Have America’s elites become disconnect...
Matt McCaw - Should rural Oregon join Idaho?
Supporters of the Greater Idaho movement say years of frustration with Salem have pushed rural communities to consider leaving Oregon altogether. After one county voted to end relocation talks, is the movement losing momentum or proving its poi...
Rep. John Ley - Is TriMet heading toward financial collapse?
TriMet is cutting hundreds of positions as the agency struggles with a growing budget deficit, falling ridership, and declining fare revenue. Can Portland’s public transit system recover or is the financial situation becoming unsustainable?...
Dr. Douglas Frank - Can Oregon voters trust the election system?
Reports that some Oregon voters discovered unexpected changes to their party affiliation during the primary election are raising new questions about election administration and voter confidence. Are these isolated errors or signs of deeper prob...
Conn Davis - Is American manufacturing making a comeback?
New data shows U.S. manufacturing activity growing at its fastest pace in four years as companies ramp up production and brace for rising global costs. Is American industry finally regaining momentum after years of decline?Conn Davis is ...
Oregon State Senator Kevin Mannix - Should Oregon end catch and release for felons?
Oregon’s catch and release policies are under renewed scrutiny as critics argue serious offenders are being released before ever appearing before a judge. Should the state overhaul its pretrial release system in the name of public safety?
Justin Goodman - Is the NIH hiding another dangerous lab scandal?
New whistleblower allegations involving virus samples, lab safety incidents, and animal testing at a National Institutes of Health facility are raising fresh questions about transparency inside America’s top public health agencies. Could danger...
Jesse Proudman - Is Washington’s millionaire tax driving innovators away?
Another Washington tech entrepreneur says the state’s new millionaire tax is pushing business leaders to leave for places like Texas. Could higher taxes and growing regulation weaken Washington’s reputation as a hub for innovation and startups?...
Kurt Miller - Should the Northwest sacrifice power to save salmon?
A federal court order is forcing Northwest dams to spill more water for salmon protection, reducing hydropower generation and raising concerns about electricity reliability and costs. As energy demand rises, can the region afford to lose one of...
John Braun - Can Republicans flip Washington’s 3rd District?
A new poll shows Republican John Braun leading Democratic Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez as voter dissatisfaction grows in Washington’s 3rd District. Could Republicans be on track to flip one of the state’s most competitive seats?...
Jason Williams - Is Oregon’s Secretary of State crossing the line?
Oregon’s chief election official is facing criticism after appearing alongside active candidates at taxpayer funded town halls while ballots are already in voters’ hands. Does the timing undermine public confidence in election neutrality?