The Lars Larson Show Interviews

A new report claims groups invited to work with the Vatican promote Marxist ideology, pagan rituals, and beliefs that directly conflict with Catholic teaching. Is the Church building bridges or blurring important lines?

Michael Hichborn is founder and president of the Lepanto Institute, a Catholic watchdog organization that investigates religious and charitable institutions. He joins the show to discuss his organization's report on the Vatican's World Meeting of Popular Movements and concerns about the groups being welcomed into Church-affiliated initiatives.

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Many of the same people have held power in Washington for decades. Would term limits restore accountability, or would they simply shift power elsewhere?

Mark Meckler is President of Convention of States Action and co-founder of Tea Party Patriots. He joins the show to discuss long-term incumbency in Washington, public trust in government, and why he argues that meaningful reform must include limits on unelected bureaucrats as well as elected officials.

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Oregon now requires permits for many non-motorized watercraft, including kayaks and paddleboards. Is this a reasonable user fee or government overreach?

Kari Goodheart is Chief Petitioner for Let Us Paddle. She joins the show to discuss the effort to repeal Oregon's expanded waterway permit requirements and why supporters believe paddlers should not need government permission to access public waterways.

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Portland Public Schools has spent more than a decade operating under an equity policy that critics say has never been evaluated for academic results. Is the district improving outcomes or simply expanding bureaucracy?

John Charles is President and CEO of Cascade Policy Institute. He joins the show to discuss Portland Public Schools' Equity Funding Policy, questions about accountability and student achievement, and whether current education reforms are helping students succeed.

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The Department of Justice has sought access to California's voter rolls for more than a year, but state officials continue to resist. What questions remain unanswered?

Jenny Rae LeRoux is Executive Director of Cal DOGE and a congressional candidate in California's 47th District. She joins the show to discuss election integrity, voter registration records, and the ongoing dispute between California and the Department of Justice.

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More than 500 hospitals have been warned that they are failing to disclose basic pricing information. Why is it still so difficult for patients to know what healthcare will cost before treatment?

Andrew Bremberg served as Director of the Domestic Policy Council under President Donald Trump. He joins the show to discuss healthcare price transparency, the administration's efforts to increase disclosure requirements, and whether greater transparency could help lower medical costs.

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Federal investigators say China created fake companies, fake recruiters, and fake job postings to target Americans with access to sensitive information. How widespread is the threat?

Wayne Barnes is a former FBI counterintelligence agent and author of A Traitor in the FBI. He joins the show to discuss China's alleged espionage tactics, the use of artificial intelligence in intelligence operations, and how Americans can protect themselves from foreign recruitment efforts.

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One of Oregon's largest public-sector unions wants to dramatically expand its political influence while facing ongoing budget deficits. Is that the right priority?

Sarah Parshall Perry is Vice President and Legal Fellow at Defending Education. She joins the show to discuss the Oregon Education Association's political ambitions, education spending, and concerns about the growing role of unions in state politics.

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Supporters say gentle parenting helps children develop independence and emotional intelligence. Critics argue it leaves kids without the structure they need to succeed. Which side is right?

Cindy Gericke is a Planning and Development Specialist at Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County. She joins the show to discuss child development, behavioral expectations, and why she believes gentle parenting may be producing unintended consequences.

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As America approaches its 250th anniversary, communities are being encouraged to have conversations about democracy, freedom, and civic life. Who should lead those discussions?

Adam Davis is Executive Director of Oregon Humanities. He joins the show to discuss the Beyond 250 initiative, the role of civil discourse in public life, and how Oregonians are being invited to reflect on American values and democratic traditions.

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