The Lars Larson Show Interviews

The Supreme Court is nearing the end of its term, but several major cases remain undecided. Which rulings could have the biggest impact on the country?

Hans von Spakovsky is a Senior Legal Fellow at Advancing American Freedom and a former member of the Federal Election Commission. He joins the show to discuss the Court's remaining cases, key legal issues still awaiting decisions, and what to watch for in the final days of the term.

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A family lost a home over a disputed tax bill, and the government kept the proceeds after the property was sold. Does that violate basic property rights?

Deborah La Fetra is a Senior Attorney with Pacific Legal Foundation's Property Rights Practice and co-counsel in Pung v. Isabella County. She joins the show to discuss a recent Supreme Court decision, home equity theft, and the constitutional limits on government power.

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Lists warning consumers about pesticide residue on fruits and vegetables have become increasingly popular. But are those warnings protecting public health, or discouraging people from eating healthy foods?

Richard Williams is the former Director for Social Sciences at the FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition and a board member at TERA. He joins the show to discuss pesticide safety, food risk perception, and whether fear of trace pesticide residues may be causing unintended health consequences.

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A proposed copper mine could bring jobs and critical minerals to Oregon, but critics warn it could threaten a major drinking water source. Is the risk worth the reward?

David Watkinson is President and CEO of Ameriwest Critical Metals. He joins the show to discuss plans for the Bornite Project near Opal Creek, the demand for critical minerals, and concerns about environmental impacts and water quality.

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Portland is facing budget cuts, service reductions, and growing financial pressure. So why are some city officials spending thousands of dollars on travel?

Josh Marquis is Assistant to the District Attorney in Linn County and a former President of the Oregon District Attorneys Association. He joins the show to discuss recent spending by Portland City Council members, public accountability, and whether taxpayers are getting their money's worth.

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Los Angeles is moving closer to allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections, reigniting a debate over who should have a voice in American government. Does voting belong exclusively to citizens, or should local communities decide for themselves?

Jack Tomczak is with Americans for Citizen Voting, an organization that advocates for citizenship requirements in elections. He joins the show to discuss the Los Angeles proposal, the growing push for noncitizen voting in local races, and what it could mean for election policy nationwide.

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Despite executive orders and growing legal challenges, dozens of law schools continue to operate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Should accreditation be tied to academic standards alone, or should ideology play a role?

Rhyen Staley is Research Director at Defending Education. He joins the show to discuss a new report on DEI programs in law schools, the American Bar Association's role in accreditation, and whether the current system is helping or hurting the legal profession.

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While most climate headlines focus on rising temperatures, parts of Antarctica are experiencing some of the coldest readings seen in years. Are important climate trends being overlooked?

Chuck Wiese is a meteorologist, pilot, and longtime weather analyst. He joins the show to discuss recent extreme cold temperatures recorded in Antarctica, the way climate data is reported, and whether the public is getting the full picture on global temperature trends.

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A wildfire that burned thousands of acres in Central Oregon has reportedly been traced back to a squatter camp. When homeless encampments cause major public safety disasters, who should be held accountable?

Kevin Dahlgren is an independent journalist and author of the Truth to the Streets Substack, where he reports on homelessness, addiction, and public safety issues. He joins the show to discuss the findings surrounding the Deschutes County wildfire, the broader impact of homeless encampments, and why these incidents remain so controversial.

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America's national parks face a massive maintenance backlog, and someone has to pay for it. Should taxpayers continue subsidizing the system, or should park users shoulder more of the cost?

Jacob Tomasulo is a Policy Analyst at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. He joins the show to discuss the National Park Service's growing maintenance challenges, user fees, taxpayer subsidies, and whether visitors should pay more to help preserve America's parks.

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