Behind the Game

Legendary St. Paul Pioneer Press sports columnist Charley Walters joins Patrick Klinger and Dave Boden for a fun and wide-ranging conversation on the people, personalities and stories he covered during his 50+ year career.

Charley shares stories from his brief tenure as a pitcher for the Minnesota Twins, his transition from the field to the press box and his thoughts on the teams, athletes and characters who have shaped sports. It’s a terrific conversation with one of Minnesota’s most recognizable sports voices.

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Bill Robertson, the original co-host of Behind the Game, makes his triumphant return after a two-year stint on the LIV Tour — Liquor, Ice & Vodka — for a special episode with Patrick Klinger and Dave Boden.

The trio tackles their favorite sports topics from the recent World Cup and the impact of NIL on college athletics to their ultimate dream sports dinner guest. Expect plenty of opinions, laughs and a few debates along the way.

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Patrick and Dave sit down with Charles Adams III and discuss his career. 

Hosts Patrick Klinger and Dave Boden talk with Dawnson Blanck about his role as the Executive Director of Minnesota Youth Athletic Services.

Patrick and Dave talk with Laura Frick about her role as the Championship Director for the 2026 KPMG Women's PGA Championship and working with the PGA of America for nearly a decade.