6.9.2025 -- NLS -- Grizzlies, Gaines, and Governor Little’s Gamble

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Neal Larson Show, Julie Mason is joined by Idaho lawmaker Kevin Cook for a wide-ranging conversation that moves from personal adventure to hot-button politics. Kevin opens the episode with a wild story about getting stranded in the Yukon—and his close encounter with a grizzly bear. From there, Julie and Kevin dive into media credibility, criticizing ABC News over recent controversies and discussing broader issues of trust and accountability in journalism.The episode also explores the backlash against Simone Biles following her comments on transgender athletes, with both hosts weighing in on fairness in women’s sports and the cultural debate surrounding Riley Gaines. Julie and Kevin discuss state-level politics, including Governor Brad Little’s support for Medicaid changes, oversight concerns with Representative Horman’s education funding bill, and local issues like power generation and the stalled Idaho Falls High School bond.The conversation wraps with a call for compassion and accountability in addressing homelessness, and a nod to the legislative work both Julie and Kevin have championed—offering a mix of sharp critique, thoughtful insight, and a few good laughs along the way.Let’s talk advertising. When you want to advertise on the radio, you call the station, right? But what about Facebook, Instagram, Hulu, Disney+, Peacock, and other streaming platforms?You could try clicking around, reading books, or taking online courses to figure it out—or you can let us handle it. At Sandhill Media Group, we’re your local experts in both radio and digital marketing.Visit SandhillMediaGroup.com today.Sandhill Media GroupSandhill Media is East Idaho’s #1 Media Solutions Company with 8 Radio Stations & Digital Solutions.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.