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EPISODE · Sep 2, 2025 · 1H 24M

8.29.2025--NLS--Thoughts and Prayers, Candon Dahle's Child Abuse Case

from The Neal Larson Show · host Neal Larson

Send us Fan MailIn the wake of a recent Minnesota school shooting, Neal criticizes the political left, particularly figures like Jen Psaki, for their denigration of &quot;thoughts and prayers.&quot; He argues that this response is a theatrical and emotionally manipulative tactic to dismiss conservatives. The host, along with callers, posits that for many on the left, government has become a religion, and any appeal to a higher power is seen as competition. Prayer, he explains, is not about magically stopping bad events but about finding spiritual strength and peace during difficult times, a concept he feels his political opponents fail to grasp.The host also dedicates a significant portion of the show to a local case involving former BYU baseball player Candon Dahle&apos;s, who received a suspended sentence and probation for years of child abuse. Expressing heartbreak for the young victim, the host critiques the justice system for offering more mercy to the perpetrator than justice for the victim, particularly noting that Dahle&apos;s will not have to register as a sex offender. While acknowledging the complexities of the legal system and plea deals, he laments that the sentence sends a devastating message about the victim&apos;s worth. The discussion extends to the public outrage over the lenient sentence, which is seen as emblematic of broader frustration with how sexual abuse cases are handled.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.<a href="https://www.sandhillmediagrou

Send us Fan Mail 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 manipulative tactic to dismiss conservatives. The host, along with callers, posits that for many on the left, government has become a religion, and any appeal to a higher power is seen as competition. Prayer, he explains, is not about magically s...

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