The Lars Larson Show Interviews

Republicans are heading into another Oregon governor’s race with several candidates in the field and growing debate over who can break the party’s long statewide losing streak. Could one candidate finally reshape the political map?

Jim Pasero is a principal at the public affairs company Third Century Solutions. He joins the show to discuss the Oregon Republican gubernatorial field, the campaign of Ed Diehl, and whether Republican voters are rallying around a candidate they believe can compete statewide.

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Americans say they trust Big Tech and the federal government far less than parents when it comes to children’s online activity. So who should actually decide what safeguards belong on social media?

Sean Stevens is Chief Researcher at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). He joins the show to discuss new polling on trust in social media regulation, concerns over government involvement in online speech, and what younger Americans currently believe about protest, censorship, and free expression.

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The cost of the Interstate Bridge Replacement project has surged into the billions while timelines continue slipping. Are taxpayers getting transparency and accountability for one of the Northwest’s largest infrastructure projects?

Rep. John Ley joins the show to discuss compensation tied to former Interstate Bridge Replacement administrator Greg Johnson, rising project costs, delays surrounding the bridge proposal, and concerns over oversight and consultant contracts connected to the project.

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A Virginia prosecutor is facing a federal investigation after a murder case involving a suspect with dozens of prior arrests reignited debate over charging decisions and public safety. When repeat offenders keep getting released, who should be held responsible?

Josh Marquis is Assistant to the District Attorney in Linn County, former Vice President of the National District Attorneys Association, and former President of the Oregon District Attorneys Association. He joins the show to discuss the Justice Department investigation into Fairfax Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano, concerns surrounding prosecutorial discretion, and the broader national debate over crime policy and accountability.

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A newly released note tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s death is renewing public scrutiny of one of the most controversial cases in recent memory. Does the release settle lingering doubts or deepen them?

John Solomon is a political commentator and founder of Just the News. He joins the show to discuss the newly unsealed note connected to Jeffrey Epstein, the public reaction surrounding the case, and why questions about Epstein’s death continue years later.

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The U.S. and Iran appear close to a temporary framework that could pause escalation and restart nuclear negotiations. Would the agreement reduce the threat of conflict or give Tehran more room to maneuver?

Rob Maness is host of The Rob Maness Show, founder of Gator PAC, and author of “What You Can Do About It.” He joins the show to discuss the proposed U.S.-Iran framework, the debate over sanctions relief and frozen Iranian assets, and whether the deal would strengthen or weaken America’s position in the Middle East.

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A legal battle over exhibits at Independence Park is reigniting debate over how America’s founders and history should be presented to the public. Should historical sites focus more on the nation’s ideals or its contradictions?

Jeff Anderson is president of the American Main Street Initiative. He joins the show to discuss changes made to exhibits at Philadelphia’s Independence Park, the lawsuit challenging those revisions, and the broader national debate over how American history is taught and interpreted.

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The U.S. relies heavily on China for rare earth minerals used in military technology and advanced manufacturing. Could that dependence become a major vulnerability during global conflict?

Nick Myers is CEO of Phoenix Tailings, a Massachusetts based rare earth processing company. He joins the show to discuss America’s reliance on Chinese mineral supplies, the growing strategic importance of rare earth processing, and what is at stake as U.S. and Chinese leaders prepare for high level talks.

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A new Oregon law forces tech and communications companies to respond faster in stalking and domestic violence investigations. Could delayed cooperation from Silicon Valley put lives at risk?

Rep. Kevin Mannix joins the show to discuss Oregon’s new law tied to the killing of Kristil Krug, why lawmakers pushed for mandatory response deadlines on search warrants, and how the measure could change investigations involving stalking and domestic violence.

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The SEC is considering changes that could reduce pressure on corporations to focus on short term earnings reports. Would ending mandatory quarterly reporting help businesses invest for the future or reduce accountability for investors?

John Berlau is a senior fellow and Director of Finance Policy at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. He joins the show to discuss the SEC’s proposal to scale back quarterly reporting requirements, how other countries handle corporate disclosures, and what the change could mean for investors, retirement accounts, and long term economic growth.

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