5.28.2026 - FLASHPOLL: Should we rebuild the Teton Dam?

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Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2390029/fan_mail/new] Nine days after the election, we’re still processing how much noise we all got dragged into—dark money, viral single-issue drama, and the constant firehose of information that can make us worse at decisions instead of better. We talked about how distrust has become the default setting: people reflexively argue, pick teams, and assume bad intent, even when the facts (like how legislators actually vote in Boise) are sitting right in front of us. That same skepticism spilled into our UAP/UFO chatter too—between AI, government credibility issues, and the possibility we’re being “slow-walked” into disclosure, we’re basically at “call us when the mothership parks downtown” levels of belief. From there, the show shifted into a bigger political frustration: alleged NGO/grant money laundering and how hard some systems seem to work to avoid scrutiny—highlighted by Trump’s claims about massive last-minute grant dumps and a viral clip about California’s proposed “Stop Nick Shirley” bill. Then we pivoted local and practical with a flash poll that lit up the text line: should we rebuild the Teton Dam (safely, and likely not in the exact same way or place) for water storage, power, and recreation? The response was overwhelmingly “yes,” but with real pushback too—geology, ecology, trauma from the 1976 disaster, and concerns about long-term feasibility. Bottom line: everyone wants a stable water future in East Idaho; nobody agrees on a single magic fix, and we’re going to have to stack solutions. ### Highlights - Post-election clarity: we obsessed over distractions and forgot to focus on how lawmakers actually behave in Boise - Trust is collapsing: “reflexive disagreement” is replacing thoughtful debate - NGO/grant fraud concerns: claims of taxpayer money being funneled through nonprofits and efforts to shield them from scrutiny - Flash poll: strong support for rebuilding the Teton Dam—tempered by geology, wildlife, and flood-trauma concerns - Water solutions aren’t one-and-done: raising Jackson Lake, adjusting American Falls, recharge credit, and structural reforms all came up 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.

6.15.2026 - Iran Deal | Pocatello Parody | Superintendent Pay Raise | UFC at White House

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2390029/fan_mail/new] Neal Larson and Julie Mason kicked off the week with a clear-eyed look at the newly announced U.S.–Iran framework deal—what it *does* cover (a halt in hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and a commitment to stop pursuing nuclear weapons) and what’s still unresolved (enrichment details, inspections, proxy groups, missiles, long-term sanctions relief, and Israel’s role). They also pushed back on rumors flying around online—like claims the U.S. would spend $300 billion rebuilding Iran—walking through what’s actually being reported and why a regional reconstruction plan (if it materializes) would likely come with major strings attached. Closer to home, the show leaned into local frustration (and comedy) over Pocatello’s yard sale restrictions, including Neal’s fully produced “Third Yard Sale” parody that had listeners howling—and texting in to share it. The conversation broadened into Idaho’s school funding optics and trust issues, after news of a major superintendent pay hike landed alongside reports of district cuts and a statewide slump in passing school bonds. Hour two mixed patriotism and politics—listener calls weighed in on a UFC event at the White House and Neal and Julie contrasted that with past White House events—before wrapping with a Chicago concert ticket giveaway that turned into its own mini-drama when they realized one of the contest songs may have been Peter Cetera solo, not technically Chicago. ## 2. Highlights - Neal breaks down the Iran framework deal point-by-point—and flags what’s *not* included (missiles, proxies, uranium stockpiles, long-term verification details). - The “Third Yard Sale” parody hits the air, and listeners immediately start requesting the link to share (and joking about playing it at their own yard sales). - A sharp discussion on Idaho school bonds drying up statewide—paired with the awkward optics of a $20,000-per-year superintendent raise while teachers don’t get an across-the-board increase. - Listener calls defend a UFC event at the White House (including a Teddy Roosevelt boxing match throwback) and argue it’s a cultural/strength signal. - Neal and Julie spotlight Dan + Shay’s national anthem performance and contrast it with ongoing “Trump is a fascist” messaging from entertainers. - Chicago ticket contest fun… followed by a last-minute realization: “Glory of Love” may have been a Peter Cetera solo track—prompting talk of adding more tickets. 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.

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5.28.2026 - FLASHPOLL: Should we rebuild the Teton Dam? - Also NGO's and UAP Disclosure

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