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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
460 episodes
Andy Ngo - Should Oregon trust this pediatrician?
A Texas doctor who surrendered her medical license after being sued over providing gender-transition treatments to minors is now practicing and teaching pediatrics in Oregon. Should a doctor facing those allegations be allowed to continue treat...
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Ally Triolo - Can New Jersey trust its voter rolls?
Thousands of non-citizens were mistakenly added to New Jersey's voter rolls, and hundreds illegally cast ballots before the error was discovered. Was it just a software glitch, or does it expose bigger weaknesses in election security? All...
Ethan Blevins - Should Utah get its land back?
The federal government controls millions of acres across the West, including land rich in coal, uranium, and other natural resources. Should Washington continue making those decisions, or is it time for states to have more control? Ethan Blevin...
George Fishman - Should Congress expand expedited deportations?
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for DHS to use expedited removal more broadly, raising questions about whether Congress should go even further. Could expanding the law help address the immigration court backlog and speed up deportat...
Rep. Court Boice - Should a sheriff keep county donations?
A Southern Oregon sheriff is facing questions after donations reportedly intended for the sheriff's office ended up titled in his own name or stored on his personal property. Where should the line be drawn between public service and personal be...
Paul Teller - Will Trump's Canada tariffs help America?
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on most Canadian imports, arguing Canada has unfairly treated American industries for years. Will the tougher approach strengthen U.S. manufacturing and trade, or leave consumers paying higher prices? Pau...
Jason Mercier - Is Washington state spending itself off a cliff?
Washington’s operating budget has grown dramatically while lawmakers continue warning about major shortfalls. Is the state facing a revenue problem, or has Olympia simply lost control of its spending? Jason Mercier is Vice President and Directo...
Kostas Moros - Did Congress go too far with its gun ban?
A federal appeals court is reconsidering whether Congress had the constitutional authority to make it a federal crime for convicted felons to possess firearms. Could the case redefine the limits of federal power under the Commerce Clause?...
Shawn Carney - Is Plan C breaking abortion laws?
A Republican senator is calling for a federal investigation into a group accused of helping ship abortion pills into states where the procedure is restricted. Shawn Carney, President of 40 Days for Life, joins the show to discuss the allegation...
Dr. Matthew Spalding - Is the Smithsonian rewriting American history?
America's museums are meant to preserve history, but critics argue some have become vehicles for political activism. Dr. Matthew Spalding, Vice President of Washington Operations at Hillsdale College and Dean of the Van Andel Graduate Sch...
Professor Eugene Kontorovich - Should America punish Ireland over Israel?
Ireland has approved legislation targeting goods from Israeli settlements, raising questions about whether the United States should respond. Professor Eugene Kontorovich, Senior Legal Fellow at Advancing American Freedom and professor at George...
Luke Lindberg - Are Trump's trade deals helping American farmers?
After years of trade deficits, new export numbers suggest America's agricultural outlook may be improving. Luke Lindberg, USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, joins the show to discuss rising exports, the shrin...
Attorney General Brenna Bird - Is politics influencing America's judges?
Judges are expected to decide cases based on the law—not political ideology. So what happens when concerns emerge about bias in judicial training materials? Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joins the show to discuss controversy surroundi...
Curtis Hill - Is race-based banking finally coming to an end?
Major corporations pledged billions toward race-based lending and investment programs in the wake of 2020. Now, the Department of Justice is taking action against one of those efforts. Curtis Hill, Senior Advisor to the National Center fo...
Randal O'Toole - Are we fighting wildfires the wrong way?
Every wildfire season sparks the same debate over climate change, forest management, and government funding. But are those explanations missing the bigger picture? Randal O'Toole, Adjunct Scholar at Cascade Policy Institute and author of Th...
Chief Bob Day - Does Portland have enough police officers?
Portland's police staffing has been a growing concern for years, but just how short-handed is the city today? Chief Bob Day joins the show to discuss officer shortages, emergency response times, and whether changes within the bureau—or at...
Ben Butler - Does Congress need more farmers and fewer politicians?
Many voters say Washington has become disconnected from everyday Americans. Would sending more producers instead of career politicians change that? Ben Butler is a ninth-generation Florida dairy farmer and Republican candidate for Congress. He ...
Chris Farrell - Did the government hide the truth about TWA Flight 800?
Nearly 30 years after TWA Flight 800 crashed, newly highlighted FBI documents are raising fresh questions about what really happened. Was key evidence overlooked or concealed? Chris Farrell is Director of Investigations and Research at Judicial...
Gregory Wrightstone - Should Canada be held responsible for wildfire smoke?
Millions of Americans have dealt with hazardous air from Canadian wildfires. Should Canada face consequences for forest management policies that allow these fires to grow? Gregory Wrightstone is a geologist and Executive Director of the C...
Jared Knott - Is Iran trying to pull America into a wider war?
Tensions in the Middle East continue to rise as Iran is accused of attacking commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Could diplomacy still prevent a larger conflict? Jared Knott is a former U.S. Army Special Forces officer and author. He join...
Ari Hoffman - Did Seattle's crime crisis drive Starbucks away?
Major employers say crime and public safety are shaping where they invest and grow. Has Seattle waited too long to address the problem? Ari Hoffman, host of The Ari Hoffman Show, joins the show to discuss newly released documents, the ...
Kostas Moros - Will the Supreme Court strengthen gun rights?
A federal appeals court struck down New Jersey's assault weapons and magazine capacity bans, setting up another major Second Amendment battle. Could the Supreme Court take the next step? Kostas Moros is the Director of Legal Research and ...
Leor Sapir - Is Oregon fast-tracking kids into irreversible treatment?
Oregon has some of the nation's highest rates of minors receiving puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones. What does the data actually show, and are state policies driving those numbers? Leor Sapir is a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Inst...
Nick Shivers - Is now the worst time to buy a home?
High home prices, limited inventory, and elevated interest rates continue to make buying a house a challenge. Is there any relief in sight for prospective homeowners? Nick Shivers is a real estate expert and leader of the Nick Shivers Tea...
Dr. Bo Kabala – Should Americans be allowed to bet on elections?
Prediction markets are becoming increasingly popular, with millions of dollars being wagered on election outcomes. But should betting on politics be treated like sports gambling, or does it create new ethical and legal concerns?Dr. Bo Ka...