The Lars Larson Show Interviews

A federal judge struck down a major increase in H-1B visa fees, arguing the administration exceeded its authority. Are the courts protecting the rule of law or standing in the way of immigration reform? Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch is an immigration attorney and the Owner and CEO of Lincoln-Goldfinch Law. She joins the show to discuss the court ruling, the future of the H-1B visa program, and the ongoin...

A homeowner says a mistake she never intended led to hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines and a lien on her property. Is this legitimate code enforcement or government overreach? Loren Seehase is an attorney with Pacific Legal Foundation's Property Rights Group. She joins the show to discuss a Honolulu homeowner's legal battle over short-term rental regulations, constitutional prope...

A Texas jury sentenced a teenager to 35 years in prison for a fatal stabbing at a high school track meet. Does the sentence fit the crime, or will it leave both sides dissatisfied? Nils Grevillius is a crime expert, author of The Last Lawman , and a U.S. Army veteran. He joins the show to discuss the Karmelo Anthony sentencing, how juries weigh violent crimes involving young offenders, and what th...

A major redistricting overhaul is already facing legal challenges and could reshape political representation across Louisiana. Will the new map stand up in court? Dr. John Fleming is a former U.S. Congressman who represented Louisiana's 4th Congressional District from 2009 to 2017. He joins the show to discuss Louisiana's newly approved congressional map, the legal battles surrounding re...

Social Security is now projected to become insolvent within a few years, potentially reducing benefits for millions of Americans. Will Congress act before retirees feel the impact? Charles Blahous is a former Social Security Trustee, Senior Research Strategist at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, and an expert on entitlement policy. He joins the show to discuss the program's fin...

The Constitution has shaped American government for more than two centuries, but debates over its original meaning remain as intense as ever. Have we misunderstood the document from the very beginning? Ilan Wurman is a constitutional law scholar and author of the new book, The Constitution of 1789: A New Introduction . He joins the show to discuss the origins of the Constitution, what the framers...

Around the world, Christians face violence, imprisonment, and government repression from terrorist groups, authoritarian regimes, and hostile governments. Some foreign policy experts argue that where Christians are persecuted, broader threats to freedom and stability often follow. Should religious persecution play a larger role in shaping American foreign policy? Samuel Ben-Ur is a research analys...

Millions of consumers own older devices that still function perfectly, yet manufacturers increasingly end support and force users onto newer products. When does a software update become a forced upgrade? Nathan Proctor is Senior Director of the Campaign for the Right to Repair at PIRG. He joins the show to discuss Amazon's decision to cut off Kindle Store access for older Kindle devices, the...

A new study suggests political diversity among faculty donors at major universities is shrinking, while many conservative professors say they feel uncomfortable expressing their views on campus. Is higher education fostering open debate or becoming increasingly one-sided? Angela Erickson is Vice President of Research at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. She joins the show to dis...

Questions are being raised about outside funding in one of the most high-profile civil cases involving President Trump. If wealthy political donors help finance lawsuits against elected officials, does that create concerns about transparency, influence, and the legal system? Brianna Lyman is an elections correspondent for The Federalist. She joins the show to discuss reports of a Justice Departmen...

Washington Republicans are already looking ahead to 2028 as questions grow about who can build a statewide conservative coalition. Could Jim Walsh be the one preparing to lead that effort? Rep. Jim Walsh serves as the State Representative for Washington’s 19th Legislative District. He joins the show to discuss whether he is considering a future run for governor, why he believes conservatives need...

A new study from researchers at Carnegie Mellon, Oxford, MIT, and UCLA suggests even brief exposure to AI tools can reduce independent problem-solving ability and persistence when the technology is taken away. Are Americans becoming too dependent on artificial intelligence? Nicholas Kardaras is the Founder and CEO of Omega Recovery and author of Digital Madness and Glow Kids . He joins the show to...

A new survey finds that nearly 30% of likely voters now carry a concealed handgun at least occasionally, with participation rising across demographic groups and states. As concealed carry becomes more common, what impact is it having on crime, personal safety, and self-defense? John Lott is an economist, founder of the Crime Prevention Research Center, and a nationally recognized expert on guns an...

A group of Maryland sheriffs is challenging the state's new sanctuary law, arguing it prevents local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities and puts them in conflict with federal law. Does the Constitution allow states to restrict that cooperation? Mateo Forero serves as counsel for the Federation for American Immigration Reform and represents seventeen Maryland...

A Michigan developer wants to transform Detroit’s Belle Isle into a privately funded special economic zone with its own tax structure, governance model, and economic rules. Could a Freedom City attract investment and revive one of America’s most challenged urban areas? Rod Lockwood is a developer and former chairman of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce board. He joins the show to discuss his propos...

After the Uvalde school shooting, Texas required armed officers on every public school campus. Supporters say the policy improves safety, but critics argue it has led to thousands of incidents involving force, arrests, and aggressive policing over routine student misconduct. Has the pendulum swung too far? Jarred Weisfeld is CEO of Objective Entertainment, President of Start Publishing, and a scho...

Reports that some Oregon voters discovered unexpected changes to their party affiliation during the primary election are raising new questions about election administration and voter confidence. Are these isolated errors or signs of deeper problems with the system? Dr. Douglas Frank is a physicist, inventor, and elections analyst. He joins the show to discuss concerns about voter registration reco...

TriMet is cutting hundreds of positions as the agency struggles with a growing budget deficit, falling ridership, and declining fare revenue. Can Portland’s public transit system recover or is the financial situation becoming unsustainable? John Ley is a Washington state representative for District 18. He joins the show to discuss TriMet’s proposed layoffs, the broader challenges facing public tra...

Supporters of the Greater Idaho movement say years of frustration with Salem have pushed rural communities to consider leaving Oregon altogether. After one county voted to end relocation talks, is the movement losing momentum or proving its point about political division in the state? Matt McCaw is executive director of the Citizens for Greater Idaho movement. He joins the show to discuss the late...

A new book argues the biggest divide in America is no longer Democrat versus Republican, but everyday citizens versus a small ruling class that holds growing influence over government, media, and culture. Have America’s elites become disconnected from the public they govern? Scott Rasmussen is an independent pollster, ESPN co-founder, and author of the new book “Out of Touch.” He joins the show to...

The federal government is now refunding billions of dollars in tariffs after a Supreme Court ruling declared them unlawful. Could the decision reshape trade policy and cost taxpayers far more than expected? Richard Stern is Vice President of the Plymouth Institute for Free Enterprise at Advancing American Freedom. He joins the show to discuss the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling, the growing wave of...

California officials are relying on federal help to respond to a dangerous chemical emergency after years of criticizing federal environmental oversight. Are states too quick to reject Washington until they need help managing a crisis? Mandy Gunasekara is former Chief of Staff at the Environmental Protection Agency. She joins the show to discuss the chemical emergency in Orange County, California,...

Florida’s citrus industry is struggling to survive after years of disease, falling production, and mounting costs. As growers turn to gene edited crops for answers, are outdated regulations slowing down the very technology that could save American agriculture? Henry Miller is a physician, molecular biologist, and the Glenn Swogger Distinguished Scholar at the Science Literacy Project. He also serv...

A tech CEO says firing his entire HR department improved productivity, customer service, and company culture. Are corporate HR departments solving workplace problems or creating new ones? Andrew Crapuchettes is CEO of RedBalloon. He joins the show to discuss the controversy surrounding Ryan Breslow and Bolt Financial, the role HR departments play in modern companies, and whether businesses are bec...

New data shows U.S. manufacturing activity growing at its fastest pace in four years as companies ramp up production and brace for rising global costs. Is American industry finally regaining momentum after years of decline? Conn Davis is CEO of Byrna Technologies . He joins the show to discuss the latest manufacturing numbers, the impact of global instability and rising costs on American factories...