Neal Larson, East Idaho Radio Host, author and now documentarian talks about his piece "Unholy Alliance" about the creation and promotion of Proposition 1

(10.24.24, 4:30p) Nate Shelman took all of your raves for rant and rave Thursday! Before then, Nate discussed a new rule allowing candidates to use campaign funds for child care.

(10.24.24, 3:30p) Nate Shelman talked to Ada County Sheriff Candidate Doug Traubel about why he is running.

(10.24.24, 3p) Nate Shelman was joined by Idaho Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield to discuss a new curriculum The State will offer. The curriculum is a social studies curriculum from PragerU. Listen to hear what Critchfield had to say.

(10.23.24, 5p) The Department of Justice has warned Elon Musk that his petition might be violating federal election law. Nate Shelman discusses this and further wraps up the conversation on Trump's alleged comments about Hitler.

(10.23.24, 4p) Nate Shelman discussed the comments John Kelly alleged Trump made about wanting war generals like Hitler had. Does this bother you?

(10.23.24, 3p) Norway rats more specifically. Nate Shelman discusses the recent invasion of literal rats in Eagle. Sophie reads a harrowing story from an Eagle Resident. Ron O'Brian has some facts about these specific rats. 

(10.22.24, 5p) The White House is proposing that Insurance companies should have to pay for condoms and provide birth control pills over the counter for free. Nate Shelman first asked women what their thoughts were on the idea of free over-the-counter birth control. Then Nate asked men to weigh in on whether or not condoms should be paid for by health insurance companies.

(10.22.24, 4p) Nate Shelman tried to start a topic before quickly being derailed by the audience. Nate ended up discussing, Arnold Palmer's Legend, McDonald's e-coli, and Trump and Harris rally language.

(10.22.24, 3p-4p) Nate Shelman once again discusses Proposition 1 which would open up primaries in Idaho and add a ranked-choice voting system. Does this topic anger you? If you want to learn more about ranked-choice voting we have a page you can learn more here: https://www.kboi.com/ranked-choice-voting-explained/

(10.21.24, 5p) Nate Shelman discussed a grant that The City of Nampa has received to plant new trees in Kohler Cemetary. He asked Nampons to call in and discuss their thoughts on the grant. (Also, Nampa Residents are you Nampons, Nampans, or something else?)

(10.21.24, 4:15p) Nate Shelman takes you out to a story in Eastern Idaho where the Land Board has decided Idaho Endowment Land will be rented out to PacifiCorp for solar panels. Do you have an opinion on this topic? Do you want open land to be used for something other than grazing?

(10.21.24, 3:30p) if you're clicking on this podcast, chances are Newstalk KBOI is one of your news sources. Nate Shelman got an email before the show even started, complaining about an ad that is playing that supports a proposition the listener is against. Nate asks you where you get your non-biased news from.

(10.21.24, 3p) Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane joined Nate Shelman to discuss the questions he has gotten ahead of the November General Election.

(10.18.24) Nate Shelman discussed San Jose State asking Boise State to pay just over $1000 to compensate for the forfeited women's volleyball game. Nate took your thoughts and raves, plus a caller called in to start a baseball discussion! 

(10.18.24, 3p) Welcome to Rant and Rave Friday! Nate Shelman opened the show with a question on crime and punishment. A Nampa man has been arrested on charges involving child pornography for the second time. What should the punishment be for repeat offenders?

(10.17.24, 5p) Nate Shelman discussed whether or not Idaho should have the death penalty after an Op-Ed that was published in the Idaho Statesman.

(10.17.24, 3p-5p) Nate Shelman continued his conversation with parents about how they make sure their kids are safe. Parents, what are you doing to make sure you know what your kids are up to?

(10.16.24, 5p-6p) Nate Shelman asked parents questions about safety for their teenagers. Two separate news stories sparked this discussion. A fifteen-year-old in Payette County has been arrested on multiple felony counts and a misdemeanor involving the teen threatening violence on school grounds. Meanwhile, a missing sixteen-year-old has been found after she left with a man she met online, was kidnapped, and taken to Huston Texas.

(10.16.24, 4p-5p) A Boise School Teacher is suing the district for damages after she contracted Lyme disease after being in a mouse-infested classroom. Nate Shelman asks if she should have to prove the mice had Lyme disease. Court of Public Opinion: Should she get the money?

(10.16.24, 3p-4p) What level of shenanigans do you think will happen on Election Day? Nate Shelman takes your calls and reads your text and email responses.

(10.15.24, 5p) Nate Shelman discussed whether or not early voting is a good thing. Are you okay with early voting, just in-person voting, or none at all? 

(10.15.24, 3p-5p) Nate Shelman asks if Idaho Power should be held responsible for the downed power line that started the Valley Fire. What is your answer if it means your power bill goes up?

(10.14.24, 5p) Yep, all of that in one hour. Nate Shelman discussed a listeria outbreak, a swarm of 100 raccoons, Women's college volleyball, and drugs in the water.

(10.14.24, 3p-5p) Nate Shelman discussed Indigenous Peoples' Day. Nate Shelman talked to Idahoans who are Native American about this day and what their heritage means to them. 

In the final 2 hours of the show, WE FINALLY HAD PRO PROP 1 CALLS! (interestingly enough, they were also in favor of getting rid of the Electoral Collage) Also, YOU validate Nate's belief that Chicago Style Pizza is superior to NY Style Pizza!

in the first hour of Rant & Rave Friday, listeners tell Nate if they believe the latest hurricanes are manmade

(10.10.24) Nate Shelman, and Sophie, discuss a new shopping and industrial development slated for Ten Mile. Do you think that is the best place for development? Is there a better place for it?

(10.10.24, 3p-5p) This morning a Caldwell High School Student was arrested after taking a weapon to school and then fleeing when confronted. Is there a reason we shouldn't install metal detectors in schools? Nate Shelman took your calls on how to make Treasure Valley Schools safer.

(10.9.24, 4p-5:30p) Nate Shelman discussed the allegations that Trump gave Putin COVID tests for personal use during the height of the Pandemic. Do you think Trump sent Putin COVID tests? Does it matter to you?

(10.9.24, 3p-4p) Should the government be allowed to remove people from mandatory evacuation zones if they aren't evacuating? Nate Shelman discusses that as Hurricane Milton brings up evacuation discussions.

(10.8.24, 5p) Nate Shelman discussed a different topic on Idaho's November Ballot. There is a proposed constitutional amendment that would change the State's Constitution to include that a non-citizen would not be able to vote in public elections. Do you think we need this amendment? Do you think it will pass?

(10.8.24, 3p-5p) We are under a month away from Election Day. Nate Shelman asks you if you are confident in your candidate. Who do you think will win?

(10.7.24, 5p) Nate Shelman asked Trump supporters to call in and give their opinion on something Trump said on the Hugh Hewitt Show. Trump said that he thinks that a lot of the migrants coming here are criminals and that murderers have bad genes. The Headlines are reading Trump said migrants have bad genes. Trump supporters: What are your thoughts?

(10.7.24, 3p-5p) This year, Idahoans will have a lot to vote on in the November General Election. This includes Proposition One which proposes changes to how Idaho votes. Nate Shelman asks whether or not you think it will pass and continues his weeks-long search for people in favor of the proposition.

(10.4.24, 4p-5p) Nate Shelman talked about a local story of accusations and a national one. Locally, an Idaho State Lawmaker has been accused of telling a Native American Woman to "Go back to where you come from." Nationally, Garth Brooks is being accused of rape and sexual assault. Should Boise State stop playing "Low Places" in the fourth quarter of football games? We couldn't leave the show on a newsy note, so Nate discussed a few raves we have and Sophie talked about Fat Bear Week.

(10.4.24) Nate Shelman was joined on the phone by Idaho State Senator Dan Foreman to address the accusations that he told a Native American Woman to "Go Back Where She Came From." Listen to this podcast to hear what he had to say.

(10.4.24, 3p) Nate Shelman may no longer be the pettiest person here at Newstalk KBOI. Nate is joined by Mike Kasper about who has a proper way to shame people who park like jerks.

(10.3.24) A Boise School Student is facing charges for bringing an unloaded gun to school. Nate Shelman asks if this warrants paying for metal detectors in local schools. What are your thoughts?

(10.3.24, 4p) Nate Shelman discussed the panic buying going on in the Treasure Valley over concerns about what might happen due to the port strikes. Is there a shortage of anything at the store you go to?

(10.3.24, 3p) Starting November 1st, Nate Shelman will need a new donut shop. Nate has been buying donuts at DK Donuts before coming to work. Sad news broke today, DK Donuts will be closing by the end of the month. What is your donut ranking? Give us your top three.

(10.2.24) Changes are coming to some Medicare plans and to get you information about it Nate Shelman sat down with two experts in the field. Chris Ingram Insurance Services Relationship Manager with CapEd and Jason Hegstad from Regence Blue Shield discussed the changes happening, when your window to change your plans is, and where local resources are.

(10.2.24, 4p-6p) Boise could get automatic ticketing traffic lights for those who run red lights. Nate Shelman talks to all of you about whether or not you are in favor or against red light traffic cameras.

(10.2.24, 3p) Nate Shelman took your thoughts after last night's debate. We heard mixed reactions about how it went. What is your attitude after watching?

(10.1.24) How far do you want Israel to escalate the situation in the Middle East after the missile attacks from Iran? Nate Shelman took your calls on this topic and got some military perspectives on the matter.

(10.1.24) Nate Shelman discusses tonight's Vice Presidential debate and some recent news stories that we could see as topics of discussion. What do you think will happen?

(9.30.24) At what point should someone be able to go after a shoplifter? Nate Shelman talks to people who have stolen something about what is a proper in-the-moment punishment for someone who is shoplifting.

As we close out another eventful week, you share your "raves" and continue to drive Nate closer to insanity.

BSU Women's volleyball cancelled a game against SJSU. SJSU has a player who, according to reports, can spike a ball at 80MPH

Governor Brad Little publicly expressed his opposition to Proposition 1 via his website. The audience discusses their views on RCV and Open Primaries.