Join hosts Dave Long and John Nielsen as they dive into a lively discussion comparing Minnesota and Wisconsin. From sports rivalries and cultural quirks to culinary delights and regional accents, this episode of Corn Talk explores the unique characteristics that define these neighboring states. Whether you're a fan of the Packers or the Vikings, a lover of cheese curds or hot dish, there's something for everyone in this friendly Midwest showdown.


00:00 Introduction to the Minnesota vs Wisconsin Rivalry
03:58 Sports Rivalries: Packers vs Vikings
07:02 The Weight of Sports History and Fan Culture
10:04 The Minneapolis Miracle and Other Memorable Moments
12:59 Exploring College Sports: Gophers vs Badgers
15:57 Outdoor Adventures: Boundary Waters vs Apostle Islands
18:56 Cultural Comparisons: Wisconsin vs Minnesota
22:00 Wrestling and Other Sports in the Midwest
26:48 The Great Lakes Debate
29:05 Ice Fishing Adventures
32:53 Cultural Connections: Companies and Celebrities
37:57 Culinary Delights of the Midwest
43:08 State Fair Traditions and Dairy Culture
50:06 Rivalries and Regional Dynamics
53:10 Cultural Hostility and Sports Rivalries
55:57 Memorable Games and Fan Experiences
59:39 Cultural Differences and Linguistic Nuances
01:02:55 Accents and Regional Speech Patterns
01:07:39 Beer Culture and State Comparisons
01:11:52 Conclusion: Celebrating Regional Identities
01:13:50 Outro

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Corn Talk is back after a two-year pit stop, and we’re starting Season 2 with some serious mileage. Dave recounts the time his tire literally flew off on I-694, John relives the saga of driving a company exec home in his freshly skunked car, and Matt joins in to share his catalytic-converter trauma. From rattling Hondas and busted Volkswagens to roadside miracles and family car lore, it’s all gas, no brakes, just a Midwest road trip of memories, misfires, and mechanical mayhem.

00:00 Welcome Back to Corn Talk
02:21 Season Two and New Beginnings
05:04 Transitioning to the Holiday Spirit
07:55 Car Identity and Personal Stories
10:45 Car Troubles and Adventures
15:19 Mechanics and Virtual Help
17:58 Flagstaff Adventures and Car Breakdowns
20:35 Driving Mishaps and Lessons Learned
26:00 The Art of Lying and Confession
28:46 Car Mishaps and Personal Anecdotes
33:36 Unexpected Encounters with Wildlife
39:08 The Skunk Incident and Its Aftermath
44:08 Car Maintenance Skills and Experiences
44:59 Tire Troubles and Roadside Adventures
50:48 Tales of Car Mishaps
57:45 Car Maintenance and Family Traditions
01:01:40 Fun Facts About Cars and Closing Thoughts

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It’s Halloween at Corn Talk! Dave and John get into the spooky spirit with hauntingly funny banter, creepy trivia, and classic Corn Talk tangents about candy, costumes, and the weirdest fall traditions. Along the way, they debate whether ghosts would make good roommates, why Midwestern Halloween weather always ruins your costume, and which candy corn conspiracy still haunts them to this day.

A seasonal blend of nostalgia, absurdity, and just enough eeriness to keep your pumpkin lit, Halloweenie is the kind of episode that could only happen on Corn Talk.

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We'll talk at length about what we (don't) know about AI, ChatGPT, and a few other sub-categories including self-driving cars, and the future of artificial intelligence. Should we be scared or excited? Tune in or call in at 218-325-4444

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Fruitopia, Arch Deluxe, CremeSavers, EZ Squirt Ketchup, Butterfinger BBs, McPizza, Orbitz, Dunkaroos and MUCH MORE. In this episode, we're talking all food and beverage items that have been long gone but not forgotten. If you're lucky, you may still see some of these items around today (i.e. Surge, Flintstones Vitamins, Clearly Canadian, and Tang). Enjoy!

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Did you know that according to a Russian superstition, if a bird poops on you, it will bring you wealth and good fortune? What's the deal with saying "God bless you" after you sneeze? Do you know why it's bad luck to break a mirror, walk under a ladder, or step on a manhole? If you're looking for answers to these questions, make sure to tune into this episode!

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You might be the one who has asked Google..."Why do I..." while Google automatically fills in your thoughts by writing, "Why do I sweat so much?" or "Why do I have a headache?" or "Why do I yawn so much?"
In this episode, we explore the most frequently asked questions on Google as well as filling in the blanks when we start typing in our own questions. Enjoy!

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This episode focuses on a smorgasbord of song meanings that don't mean what you thought they meant. A few of the songs we dive into include Semi-Charmed Life, Closing Time, 99 Red Balloons, Summer of '69, and Total Eclipse of the Heart.

John Nielsen covers two songs during the episode.
@ 36:33--James Taylor - You Can Close Your Eyes
@ 1:11:25 -- John Mayer - Victoria

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A cultural phenomenon over the past year, TikTok women have been sharing the tiniest things that guys do that are huge turnoffs for them, aka their "icks." Oh boy, here we go.

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There are an abundance of things that drive us a little mad during our mundane days. Opening packaging that takes an engineering degree, bathroom stalls with gaps in the doors and seeing undesirable pants around the shoes of someone you don't know, and maybe thinking back on how ridiculous it was that Colgate made frozen dinners. Join us!

John Nielsen plays two songs this episode...
@ 24:16 - 28:00: Phoebe Bridgers - Scott Street
@ 53:55 - 56:25: The Beatles - Cry Baby Cry

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