Idaho Pulse

Idaho Pulse

Hosted by Bob Neugebauer, aka Tea Party Bob, Idaho Pulse offers a solution-oriented approach to Idaho’s political, social, and economic challenges. Unlike traditional talk radio, this podcast cuts through echo chambers and empty rhetoric, delivering depth, critical thinking, and actionable insights. Each episode dives into the issues that matter most—legislative updates, grassroots movements, and the real impact of national decisions on Idaho communities. With honest conversations, a focus on critical analysis, and no-nonsense accountability, Idaho Pulse challenges the status quo while equipping listeners with the knowledge and tools to drive meaningful change. If you're tired of surface-level commentary and ready to engage with a podcast that prioritizes substance, solutions, and critical thinking, tune in to Idaho Pulse.

Episodes

August 2, 2025 51 mins
Bob and Ron Nate tackle Idaho's explosive budget growth from $8.8 billion to $14.1 billion, expose the flawed DOGE committee stacked with high-spending legislators, and outline a bold plan to eliminate property taxes within seven years. They discuss Idaho's doubling population, housing market dynamics, judicial appointment concerns, and why the grocery tax repeal keeps failing despite widespread support.
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Ron Nate and Bob discuss Governor Little's troubling celebration of increased tax collections while families struggle with inflation and $3.75 gas. Nate reveals the shocking composition of Idaho's Doge committee—7 of 8 members scored F's on spending—proving leadership's mockery of fiscal conservatism. They explore Idaho's regressive grocery tax driving shoppers to Oregon, government intervention failures, and the philosophical batt...
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Ron Nate and Bob discuss Idaho's Supreme Court victory allowing AG Labrador to investigate Health and Welfare corruption, Idaho's first school choice legislation providing $5,000 education tax credits, and shocking National Education Association resolutions promoting anti-Trump activism over academic excellence. Nate exposes how bureaucrats circumvented legislative intent and warns about NEA's Marxist agenda infiltrating schools.
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Bob and Ron Nate analyze Idaho's $141 million budget "shortfall" that's actually good news for taxpayers, leaving $278 million surplus while collections remain 4.5% above last year. They expose violent threats from Massachusetts leftists angry about Idaho's child protection laws and discuss GOP meeting victories supporting grocery tax repeal and immigration reform. Bob reveals 51% of New Meadows residents are on welfare while illeg...
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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...
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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 Republi...
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June 7, 2025 38 mins
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 go...
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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 incr...
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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.
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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...
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