Idaho Pulse Podcasts

Bob and Ron Nate analyze the misinformed “No Kings Rally” that drew 4,000 protesters to Boise’s Capitol steps. They explore America’s broken welfare system that rewards dependency while bleeding resources from private charity. Discussion covers Idaho’s explosive growth, traffic problems, and housing costs driven by permitting fees. Nate reveals ongoing gender ideology in Salmon schools and announces the Freedom Foundation’s $17,760 fundraising campaign to...

Bob and Idaho Freedom Foundation President Ron Nate examine Governor Little’s Trump endorsement and question his conservative credentials. They discuss Idaho Power’s 17% rate increases to subsidize California exports, federal funding dependency, rare earth mining potential, and the need for “chainsaw economics” to cut Idaho’s bloated government spending. Nate reveals only 29 of 105 legislators are truly conservative despite Republican supermajorities....

Bob and Ron Nate discuss Idaho Freedom Foundation’s Pride in America series celebrating American heroes like George Washington and Thomas Sowell, while addressing the Idaho Statesman’s criticism. They examine pride as a deadly sin, rising Idaho Power rates hitting households with 17% increases, and the urgent need for property tax reform. Nate reveals how concentrated benefits favor corporations over families and calls for local...

Bob and Ron Nate address Mayor McLean’s sanctuary city agenda and maximum property tax hikes in Boise. Nate details his TSA experience highlighting 4th Amendment violations at airports where Americans surrender constitutional rights. They examine the Glenn Greenwald controversy and conservative values, plus Idaho Power’s 17% residential rate increases while corporations get preferential treatment. Low voter turnout enables tax increases despite widespread frustration....

Bob and Congressman Russ Fulcher discuss the House passage of Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” including no-tax overtime provisions and $1.6 trillion in spending growth cuts. They explore tariff benefits, federal land control battles affecting 62% of Idaho, and emerging challenges from data centers straining Idaho’s power grid and water resources....

Ronald Nate and Bob Neugebauer discuss the newly released Idaho Freedom Index, revealing how Idaho legislators’ voting records compare with their conservative claims. The conversation highlights Idaho’s spending problem, with two-thirds of both houses scoring in the “F” range despite Republican majorities. Nate explains how geographic voting patterns are changing, particularly in Eastern Idaho where traditionally conservative areas now consistently vote against fiscal responsibility....

Bob and Ron discuss the Idaho Freedom Foundation’s newly published Freedom Index, showing legislators scored 12 points higher on freedom this year but still struggle with spending restraint. They analyze Idaho’s budget growth of 55% over five years with the true increase hidden by “off-budget” continuous spending. They examine Jim Jones’ lawsuit against school choice legislation and debate Idaho’s education freedom ranking, which has...

Bob and Ron Nate discuss Idaho government spending, property taxes, and agency inefficiency. They examine how Idaho’s budget grew by over 55% in five years despite claims of conservative governance. Ron explains how states like Mississippi and Tennessee are working to eliminate property taxes while Idaho’s continue to rise. They discuss the need to eliminate unnecessary agencies and explore the influence of lobbyists on...

Bob and Rep. Heather Scott discuss legislative successes, including the DOGE committee formation to audit government spending. Scott highlights 62 Freedom Caucus bills that passed, including medical freedom, flag restrictions, English as official language, mask mandate prohibition, and property rights during evacuations. They express concerns about liberal influence in Idaho, especially in Boise, while acknowledging this was one of the most conservative legislative sessions...

Ron Nate discusses legislative wins like school choice, DEI prohibition in universities, health freedom bill passage, and tax relief. He shares metrics showing an improved legislative session with more conservative legislators, better voting patterns, and better legislation. While budgets grew more than desired, Nate expresses optimism about the trajectory and cautions against complacency, emphasizing the need to maintain a strong freedom infrastructure for future...

Idaho Freedom Foundation’s Ron Nate discusses the Health Freedom Act, DEI legislation, and conservative gains in Idaho’s legislature. He critiques Governor Little’s inconsistent record on conservative issues and offers insights on tariffs from his perspective as an economist....

Ron Nate warns Idaho citizens that the legislative session’s final weeks are when rights and wallets are most at risk. He criticizes problematic lobbying and campaign finance bills that restrict free speech and protect incumbents, calling them “incumbency protection programs.”...