The Jay Thomas Show

Jay Thomas Show: "Rock Legends, City Budgets & Backyard Booms" (6-30-25)


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📝 Episode Summary (Apple/Spotify Style): On today’s action-packed episode of The Jay Thomas Show, Jay and Ronnie kick off with Hot Spring Spas and saunas talk — because nothing says “flu prevention” like a daily sweat session. Then it’s off to the races: From local weather drama and Fargo fireworks laws to an in-depth, passionate listener debate about which modern bands deserve “rock legend” status. Can Foo Fighters, Metallica, or Tool stand the test of time like the Rolling Stones or Led Zeppelin? Jay's inbox explodes with suggestions. Later, things get serious with a gritty and honest discussion on homelessness, crime, and panhandling around Fargo. Commissioner Michelle Turnberg joins the show to talk about the city's looming 2026 budget cuts, why the DECK Lounge might not be the best use of taxpayer money, and what really counts as a “core city service.” It’s a mix of classic Jay Thomas — thoughtful, provocative, entertaining, and full of personality (and callers). Oh, and did we mention fireworks? 📍 Standout Moments & Timestamps: 0:00 – Sauna talk with Hot Spring Spas (health benefits, flu shots vs. daily sweats) 3:39 – Local controversy: West Fargo bridge, fireworks legality, and “guy named Dave” 5:03 – The growing homelessness and crime issue in Fargo 6:07 – It’s Hot Tub Time Machine time! (a beloved Jay & Ronnie segment) 8:04 – Rant: “Living Wage Fees” at restaurants 10:06 – Who’s the last great rock band still touring? A call-in avalanche begins 18:05 – Metallica, Tool, Foo Fighters — listener debates heat up 30:10 – Fargo police chase: homeless suspect, drugs, and felony warrants 44:55 – ZZ Top and supergroup nostalgia 45:51 – Commissioner Michelle Turnberg joins: budget cuts, homelessness, fireworks laws 1:06:12 – Jay and Ronnie share old-school fireworks memories (bottle rockets, snakes, parachute men) 1:45:14 – Deep dive into Fargo’s 2026 budget with Commissioner Turnberg 1:57:02 – The real deal on property tax incentives and transit inefficiencies 👥 Guests Featured: Michelle Turnberg – Fargo City Commissioner Listeners & Callers – Passionate participants sounding off on everything from Tool’s drummer to homelessness and city fireworks 🎯 Takeaways: Fargo is facing tough budget decisions with a focus on preserving core services (fire, police, water, roads). The city's homelessness and panhandling issues are intensifying and triggering strong community reactions. The eternal question remains: Who are today's real rock legends? 🔥 One-Liner Hook:“From Metallica to municipal budgets — Jay Thomas…
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