Tanner and Friends celebrated Dolly Day on September 25, honoring Dolly Parton’s life and legacy with local events across Western Washington. Bull Nation checked in for Friday with fair plans, fall weather, birthdays, family gatherings, a new adopted dog arriving, and excitement for the final weekend of the Washington State Fair. Tanner shared that he would be at Smoke on the Sound, celebrating his sister in law’s birthday, and returning to the fair with family.

The show covered the Mariners being officially eliminated from postseason contention and a major Interstate 405 closure between Coal Creek Parkway and North 30th Street in Renton. Tanner also shared Hidden Valley Ranch’s new black Spooky Ranch dressing for Halloween, plus Kenny Chesney’s new album, Silver Sands Marina, which he said took nearly three years to complete.

Dolly Day events included Downtown Puyallup Dolly Day with themed treats, shopping, music, crafts, and a scavenger hunt, along with Dear Dolly at Tacoma Airport Tavern, a Dolly themed silent disco and outdoor screening of 9 to 5 in Seattle’s Denny Park, and a Dolly Day celebration at the Fife Antique Mall. The crew also discussed the silent disco concept, imagining the chaos of people dancing to different Dolly songs at the same time with only their headphones providing the music.

Good vibes included a baby chick named Mr. Happy Feet successfully hatching, a first time blood donation, a four month old heeler riding on a tractor, and an 81 year old Texas luggage delivery driver receiving more than $244,000 in donations after a customer learned he was working long shifts to help pay his wife’s medical bills.

Pam from Puyallup redeemed herself with a perfect Minute to Win It game, answering questions about octopus hearts, Central Washington University, Brooks and Dunn, Paris, and Steilacoom. She won a four pack of fall weekend tickets to Stalker Farms for her grandkids.

The crew debated Netflix using artificial intelligence to recreate Gene Wilder’s voice for Wonka’s The Golden Ticket. Tanner and Dancing Danielle agreed there is a line between using existing material with estate approval to preserve a legacy and creating entirely new content or visual likenesses that could feel exploitative.

Headline in a Haystack featured a male Costa Rican zebra tarantula in Colorado whose owner posted a Reddit dating ad to find him a mate. The spider’s profile described his favorite foods as crickets and his hobbies as hiding in his burrow and being mysterious. Susan from Poulsbo was the only Bull Nation listener to correctly identify the real story.

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Tanner and Friends celebrated National Punctuation Day by proving that one comma can make a major difference, then kicked off Thursday with Bull Nation roll call, fall food talk, fair excitement, and a reminder that the crew would be broadcasting live from the Washington State Fair from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. before Hardy’s show.

The show covered the economic impact of the World Cup in Seattle, which Visit Seattle said brought an estimated $889 million to King County and Seattle, generated roughly $109 million in state and local taxes, and supported 20,000 jobs. Tanner also discussed Disney Plus and Hulu price increases, plus the upcoming CMA Country Christmas special featuring Dan and Shay, Lady A, Jordan Davis, Russell Dickerson, Trisha Yearwood, and more.

Tanner replayed the announcement that 98.9 The Bull will take over Operation K9 Companion during Veterans Day week to raise money for Northwest Battle Buddies and service dogs for veterans dealing with PTSD. Former PNW country host Matt McCallister encouraged Bull Nation to support the fundraiser and reminded listeners that working service dogs should not be petted while they are wearing their vests.

Good vibes included bringing lunch to work all week, becoming a school line leader, one last summer camping trip, six loaves of banana bread, and a new puppy joining a ride on a tractor. Tanner also shared that Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is again enrolling King County children from birth through age five, providing a free book mailed to each child every month.

Melinda from Oak Harbor earned a perfect five out of five on Minute to Win It, correctly answering questions about tomatoes, Washington’s state quarter, Blake Shelton’s Ole Red, ears, and pickleball. She became the new champion and won a four pack of fall weekend tickets for Stalker Farms.

The crew debated the one must do item at the Washington State Fair, with Danielle choosing the animal barns and Tanner choosing Fisher Scones. Facebook Marketplace Price Is Right brought a $1 mostly uneaten Costco pumpkin pie, a $5 potato chip shoulder costume, and a $50 bag of shattered glass advertised as an outdoor glass table.

Headline in a Haystack’s real story involved a Florida road rage incident in which a passenger allegedly threw a bottle of vegan mayonnaise at another driver, causing a cut under the driver’s eye and leading to an aggravated battery arrest. The Tanner and Friends mailbox also confirmed Danielle’s new hybrid car after her longtime vehicle Carl developed overheating and cooling fan problems.

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Tanner and Friends kicked off Wednesday, September 23, with Energize Day and a reminder to slow down, recharge, and take care of yourself during the first full week of fall. Bull Nation checked in from around Western Washington, including Jason from Whidbey Island, who was headed into a job interview, and listeners looking ahead to weekend visits, new work trainees, and crisp fall weather.

The show covered fuel thefts across the Pacific Northwest, where thieves have reportedly been drilling directly into vehicle gas tanks and siphoning fuel, especially from vans and trucks. Tanner opened the phone lines for gas saving hacks, with listeners sharing tips including steady acceleration, using GasBuddy to hunt for the lowest prices, requiring teens to contribute to gas money, stocking up on fuel cans, and taking back roads rather than speeding on highways.

Trending stories included Netflix using artificial intelligence to recreate Gene Wilder’s voice for its new Willy Wonka inspired competition show, which has sparked criticism and debate online. Ella Langley also made Billboard history after “Choose and Texas” spent 23 weeks at number one, becoming the longest running Hot 100 chart topper according to the show.

Good vibes included a first workout before work, bringing lunch three days in a row, and a passerby in Utah stopping to help an unconscious cyclist. The passerby called 911, started CPR, and helped first responders revive the cyclist after about 35 minutes of continued lifesaving efforts.

Carla from Redmond played Minute to Win It and won a four pack of fall weekend tickets to Stalker Farms. She correctly identified George Washington on the state flag, completed Jelly Roll’s “I Only Talk to God When I Need a Favor,” and knew that Washington’s population is below 10 million.

The biggest announcement came from former PNW country morning host Matt McCallister, who joined Tanner to reveal that 98.9 The Bull will host Operation K9 Companion during Veterans Day week. The fundraiser will support Northwest Battle Buddies and service dogs for veterans, carrying forward a cause McCallister championed for years. He praised Tanner and the station for taking on the project and reminded listeners not to pet working service dogs while they are wearing their vests.

The crew also discovered Belling Man, a self described Bellingham superhero who claims to protect Western Washington University students. His homemade costume, sock tucked sweatpants, limited visibility mask, and search for a new sidekick had Tanner, Danielle, and Claire cracking up as they considered becoming part of his superhero team. Headline in a Haystack then revealed the true food delivery story of a Maryland DoorDash customer retrieving his meal from his driver’s crash scene. After the video went viral, the customer reportedly used money earned from it to launch a GoFundMe for the drive

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Tanner and Friends welcomes the first official day of fall with all the PNW sweater weather vibes, listener roll call, and a big conversation about whether dating apps are still worth the effort in 2026. Tanner, Dancin’ Danielle, and Chaos Coordinator Claire also tackle pain at the pump, wild Facebook Marketplace finds, and one truly unbelievable 911 call.

Today’s episode includes Seattle gas prices, fall snacks, country music updates, a heartwarming half marathon story, Marsha from Oak Harbor taking on Minute to Win It, and a classroom screen time debate that gets the crew thinking about growing up before tablets took over.

Plus, would you pay $5,000 for a Taco Bell register? What about $2,000 for a horse throne toilet? Facebook Marketplace Price Is Right gets completely unhinged, Headline in a Haystack exposes a Georgia 911 operator ordering a McMuffin during an emergency call, and listener Chris sparks a real conversation about ghosting, meeting people in person, and modern dating app fatigue.

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Tanner and Friends started Monday, September 21, with International Day of Peace and a lively Bull Nation roll call following a Seahawks win over the Cardinals. Listeners shared weekend highlights including Sturgill Simpson at Climate Pledge Arena, trips to the fair, football watching, a road trip from North Dakota, and the final day of summer.

The show covered more than $45 million in VA grants going to 17 Washington community organizations to help veterans experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing housing. Tanner also discussed Toys R Us plans to open 120 new standalone stores before the holidays and reports that Carrie Underwood may be exploring a rock album after covering artists such as Limp Bizkit, Papa Roach, Collective Soul, and Linkin Park.

Tanner asked listeners for help converting his future in laws into country music fans. Suggestions included Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Trace Adkins, Blake Shelton’s “Ol’ Red,” Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, and Chris Stapleton. Tanner shared Luke Combs’ comparison that saying you dislike country music is like saying you dislike bread because there are so many different kinds.

Good vibes included a neighbor helping change a flat tire, a young football player building confidence in his first start, and a coworker covering lunch so a teammate could take a break. Tanner also highlighted Julio Rodríguez as Seattle’s nominee for MLB’s Roberto Clemente Award, noting that his No Limits Foundation has provided more than $2 million in donations, goods, and services for youth programs in the Pacific Northwest and the Dominican Republic.

Angie from Bonney Lake played Minute to Win It and received four fall weekend tickets for Stalker Farms. The crew then debated the exact temperature at which it becomes acceptable to turn on the heat, with listeners suggesting anything from 58 to 70 degrees. Claire and Danielle explained their enthusiasm for Dancing with the Stars, while Tanner admitted he could not get into it even though his fiancée Cammy quickly became a fan. They also discussed reality shows and other television programs people endure because someone in their household loves them.

Headline in a Haystack featured a college football coach who brought hecklers to practice to prepare players for an intense road atmosphere. LSU coach Lane Kiffin used a group of fraternity members to boo, insult, and display signs for players before a matchup against Ole Miss, where he had previously coached

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Tanner and Friends celebrated National First Love Day by talking about why first loves can leave such a strong emotional imprint. Bull Nation checked in for Friday with birthday celebrations, Seahawks spirit, fair plans, early work shifts, and excitement for Johnny Blue Skies at Climate Pledge Arena. Tanner also invited listeners to send voice memo roll calls after discovering they could check in with audio messages.

The show covered the Chelan Hills wildfire investigation, where three additional people were arrested in connection with the July fire that burned roughly 15 square miles and was linked to one death. Other trending stories included the social media idea of Costco dating and Morgan Wallen joining the Grand Theft Auto 6 soundtrack with his new song, “Lasting You Need.”

Trade Nation featured Jason of Air Best Home Services, a veteran, family, and minority owned heating, air conditioning, and electrical company serving Pierce, King, and Thurston counties. He stressed that electrical and gas repairs are not safe do it yourself projects and should be handled by trained trade professionals.

Good vibes included a child learning to tie his own shoes, a new leaf on a long surviving houseplant, cookies baked by a grandmother and granddaughter, and the news that Lindsay’s grandson Parker was finally leaving the NICU for home. Tanner also shared the story of Jeff, whose effort to restore a damaged American flag after September 11 inspired the nonprofit New York Says Thank You, which organizes volunteers to help communities recover after disasters.

Cat from Lacey became the new Minute to Win It champion after answering the final University of Washington question with one second remaining, earning four Smoke on the Sound tasting tokens. The crew then shared stories about unusual things that had chased them, including raccoons, geese, roosters, seagulls, dogs, crows, and an encounter Tanner had with an angry bird at sixth grade camp.

Headline in a Haystack revealed that a Colombian nurse held a symbolic wedding ceremony for a bus, complete with a white dress, wedding cake, pearl ring, document recognizing the symbolic union, and a bus tattoo. The show then discussed Claire’s Bailey Zimmerman experience at the Washington State Fair, including an exclusive Bull Nation meet and greet where Bailey said he could eat at least five scones before performing. Tanner announced that Tanner and Friends would broadcast live from the Washington State Fair from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. the following Thursday before Hardy’s concert, and listeners debated their one must have fair food, with scones, elephant ears, corn dogs, crusty pups, and pickle corn dogs among the favorites.

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Tanner and Friends celebrated International Country Music Day with a look at country music’s growing global reach, then kicked off Thursday with Bull Nation roll call, warm fall weather, road-trip plans, ferry commutes, farm chores, and listeners counting down to the weekend.

The news included a major overnight bird-migration forecast: BirdCast projected about 4.3 million birds crossing Western Washington, prompting listeners to turn off unnecessary outdoor lights and close blinds to make the trip safer. Other trending stories included Hard Mountain Dew’s $1 million Bigfoot-evidence challenge and Hardy hinting at a still-secret project with Kane Brown.

The crew also ran through Unclaimed Baggage’s unusual airport lost-and-found finds: a fully assembled robot, a motorized bionic knee, diamond-and-gold grills, a meteorite, a gold bar, samurai swords, a complete beekeeping outfit, gold-plated golf clubs, a didgeridoo, a stuffed goose, an armadillo purse, and a case of sardines.

Good-vibe moments included an 8-week-old baby’s first laughs, a clean kitchen before bed, and a family celebrating a daughter’s wedding anniversary. Tanner spotlighted Ricky Mena, who has spent more than a decade visiting children facing cancer and other serious illnesses as Spider-Man; he estimates that he has met more than 15,000 children and has launched the Heart of a Hero nonprofit.

Scott from Lake Stevens answered four of five Minute to Win It questions correctly and received four Smoke on the Sound tasting tokens. Listeners then shared words that irritate them, especially “moist,” after Merriam-Webster added 1,400 new entries and definitions, including terms such as “vibecoding,” “parasocial,” “Mandela effect,” “looksmaxxing,” “Rickroll,” “memecoin,” “cuffing season,” and “Sunday scaries.”

Facebook Marketplace Price Is Right included a $25 vintage hamburger landline phone, a $40 Mariners footstool shaped like a person’s lower legs, and a $1,000 Subway food-prep cart that Danielle hoped could turn her into an office sandwich artist. In Headline in a Haystack, the real odd-superhero story involved a Los Angeles man whose car had been broken into more than 20 times; he began leaving a small amount of cash, a warning note, a fake security camera, and a four-day-old sock filled with rocks inside as unusual deterrents.

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Tanner and Friends marked National Play-Doh Day with Tanner admitting he used to eat Play-Doh as a kid—and, out of curiosity, tried it again at 25 only to discover how salty and awful it tastes. Bull Nation checked in for a warm midweek day, sharing work plans, line dancing, racetrack instruction, and hopes for the ongoing State Route 507 roundabout construction to wrap up.

The local news included another update on a possible Seattle SuperSonics return: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said expansion conversations are continuing, with Las Vegas appearing more likely to be added before Seattle and a decision hoped for by year-end. Other entertainment news included Justin Bieber and Harry Styles reportedly being considered for the Super Bowl halftime show, as well as Florida Georgia Line’s planned festival-tour reunion, including an announced Stagecoach appearance.

The crew debated a new service that lets people pay about $140 for a company to resign from their job on their behalf. Tanner called it a poor substitute for handling a resignation directly, while listeners raised the counterpoint that employers often do not offer employees advance notice before a firing or layoff. Good-vibe highlights included a family eating the same dinner without complaints, a Mariners outing that lifted a father’s spirits, and a dog making progress with doorbell manners. Tanner also shared a Buc-ee’s love story in which a couple who met at the store planned a wedding with a Buc-ee’s grooms cake, the mascot carrying rings, and Beaver Nuggets replacing flower petals.

Jess from Seattle played Minute to Win It, correctly answered questions on leap years and the Seattle Kraken, and still received four Smoke on the Sound tasting tokens. Playlist Psychology profiled mystery caller Megan, a 32-year-old accounting specialist with two children who drives a Dodge Durango; Dancing Danielle and Wilson tied with two correct details.

Headline in a Haystack’s true story involved a 48-year-old Eugene man who allegedly stole a Tesla, drove it to a stranger’s home, and broke in intending to drink beer and take a shower. The Tesla owner tracked the car through the app, and police arrested the man on burglary, theft, unauthorized-use, and criminal-mischief allegations. The show also held a playful on-air “funeral” for Dancing Danielle’s longtime Honda CR-V, Carl, as costly mechanical problems brought the car’s more than 10-year run to an end

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Tanner and Friends celebrated National Double Cheeseburger Day by debating the earliest acceptable time to eat a burger, then checked in with Bull Nation on a Tuesday morning. Listeners shared workday routines, line dancing plans, early shifts, and positive intentions, while Tanner gave a shout-out to Seattle Humane’s Day of Giving, where donations were being tripled through midnight.

The show’s news and entertainment updates included an Emmy recap, with The Pitt, Widows Bay, Hacks, The Diplomat, and The Late Show among the highlighted winners, plus news that Brooks & Dunn will receive the CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the November CMA Awards. The crew also talked about a viral Florida distracted-driving crash involving a driver applying stick deodorant, prompting listeners to share their own wild driving stories.

Daily good vibes featured a child independently getting on the school bus, a student bringing home a first perfect spelling score, a surprise paid-for coffee, and a Starbucks Snoopy collectible. Tanner also shared the story of Alicia, a woman who hoped to trade her horse, Pizza, for a car—until a stranger named Pete gave her a Range Rover for free so she could keep her horse.

Danielle from Covington went four-for-five in Minute to Win It and won four Smoke on the Sound tasting tokens. The team then talked about the unusual items they carry everywhere: Claire’s pocket knife, Danielle’s work key card, and the practical value of being ready with a knife or multitool.

Facebook Marketplace Price Is Right featured a $100 odd-shaped tortilla chip, a $40 Mariners “Hot Dogs From Heaven” hat, and a lightweight concrete “fat T-Rex” garden statue that made Claire so emotional she wanted to buy it immediately. Headline in a Haystack’s real story centered on a Tennessee woman who was arrested after a dispute over a supposedly suspended license, then received a Baja Blast Freeze from the officer during the ride. The show closed its mailbox segment with updates on Danielle’s aging CR-V “Carl,” Claire’s upcoming move, Tanner’s radio career stops in Santa Rosa and Fort Collins before returning to the Pacific Northwest, and Tanner and Cammy’s October 2027 Tacoma wedding plans.

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Tanner and Friends kicked off Monday, September 14 with National Coloring Day, with Tanner sharing how a coloring book helped him cope during a recent hospital stay related to his kidney health. Bull Nation checked in after a football-filled weekend, with listeners talking about the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival, a Cody Johnson concert, kids’ football wins, and anticipation for Sturgill Simpson’s upcoming Climate Pledge Arena show.

The show’s local and trending updates included Washington State Patrol looking into a car seen driving on the I-90 pedestrian/bike trail toward Seattle, 7-Eleven’s September 19 “Bring Your Own Cup” Slurpee event, and early progress toward renaming Nashville International Airport for Dolly Parton. Tanner also featured Edmonds College’s Advanced Manufacturing Skill Center and its free, hands-on construction pre-apprenticeship program. Associate Director Sheila explained that adults 18 and older can learn fundamentals such as tool use, measuring, blueprint reading, and basic construction work, while building qualifications that can help with entry into union trade careers.

Daily positive moments ranged from an easy morning with kids and a surprise full gas tank to finally putting away clean laundry. Tanner also highlighted University of Texas freshman Connor, who got a second chance at a College GameDay field-goal challenge, made a barefoot 33-yard kick for $1.2 million, and committed half of the prize—$600,000—to the education nonprofit Building Tomorrow.

Kathy from Clearview went four-for-five in Minute to Win It and won four tasting tokens for Smoke on the Sound. The crew then asked listeners for the worst bets they had lost and brainstormed a funny—but preferably harmless—last-place consequence for the station’s fantasy football league. One listener recalled her brother having to dress up and sing “Dude Looks Like a Lady” at karaoke after losing his league.

In Headline in a Haystack, the real “hotel horror” story involved a Florida couple who found a 25-year-old man hiding underneath their hotel bed after they had checked in and taken a nap. Multiple Bull Nation listeners correctly guessed the story. The show also turned to car-breakdown nightmares because Dancing Danielle was absent with radiator/coolant trouble. Stories included a shredded tire near Boeing Field after a Seahawks game, a breakdown in the middle lane of southbound I-5 during a heat wave, a car stalling on a ferry, and another stranded on 405 near Bellevue—where a friend spotted her from a helicopter overhead.

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