OverviewIn this freewheeling and fast-paced episode of The Jay Thomas Show, Jay and his co-hosts serve up a lively stew of state politics, school cell phone bans, cannabis legalization, gun laws, and some good ol’ Fargo flair. Governor Kelly Armstrong joins for an extended chat, answering pointed listener questions and giving updates on legislative drama, property tax reform, and school policies. The show also dives into the real-world impact of marijuana legalization across the Red River in Minnesota, complete with listener stories, spirited debate, and hilarious off-the-cuff moments. 🎯 Highlights & Timestamp Guide ⏱️ [1:49] – Weather Banter & "Banana Belt" BraggingJay opens with a sunny mood and Governor Armstrong pops in to claim it's “nicer in Bismarck,” prompting laughs and listener emails. ⏱️ [7:19] – Mining the Truth: Armstrong Talks Bula MineThe Governor shares big news about the reopening of the Merlin mine in Bula, ND—a game-changer for national security and critical minerals. ⏱️ [9:01] – Remembering Cindy Schreiber BeckA heartfelt moment as Armstrong reflects on the life and impact of aviation pioneer and ag leader Cindy Schreiber Beck. ⏱️ [10:23] – Veto Showdown: Legislative Drama UnpackedJay and the Governor discuss a confusing veto over housing funds, FTE debates, and whether a special session is looming. ⏱️ [12:05] – Property Tax PainThe hot topic: Do reforms really bring relief? Armstrong explains the $1,650 credit and the new 3% cap on tax increases. Jay and callers aren't so sure... ⏱️ [24:00] – School Cell Phone Ban Incoming 📵Jay and Armstrong debate SB 2354, which bans student cell phones in school during the day. Armstrong says it’ll improve mental health and learning. Jay shares teacher and parent reactions, both supportive and skeptical. ⏱️ [37:00] – Cell Phone Culture WarsWhy can’t students leave phones in cars? Are teachers addicted too? A cultural critique of America's phone obsession unfolds. ⏱️ [47:00] – Breaking News: Local Fatal CrashJay reports on a tragic car accident and reflects on the weight of delivering tough news live. ⏱️ [1:05:39] – Rogue Judges & Tariff TalkThe episode ramps up into political commentary about courts blocking federal policies. Jay and callers dive into debates about executive authority and resistance politics. ⏱️ [1:06:56] – Tribal Cannabis Store Opens in Moorhead 🌿Jay explores Minnesota’s first off-reservation tribal dispensary, “Waabigwan Mashkeke,” with lots of laughs, some sticker shock, and big public response. ⏱️ [1:12:00] – Is Weed Worth It?💸Callers and emailers weigh…

On this spirited episode of the Jay Thomas Show, Jay dives into the uproar surrounding local graduation ceremonies—complete with maracas, banging lids, and full-on chaos in the aisles. Listeners weigh in, and things get real. Later, Fargo Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney joins the show to unpack the city's newly approved public safety tax plan—what it covers, where the money’s going, and why some residents feel blindsided. Of course, Jay and the crew also meander down memory lane with tales of high school trouble, mooning buses, and the fine art of detention survival. It’s candid, chaotic, and classically Jay. 🎧 Standout Moments & Timestamps: [1:34] – Jay opens the show with a rapid-fire sponsor rundown and intro. [2:18] – The team debates Fargo’s controversial public safety tax vote. [5:21] – Listener email sparks heated discussion on chaotic graduation behavior at Shields Arena. [9:40] – Hooting, hollering, and maracas: Jay breaks down the mayhem at local ceremonies. [16:09] – Wild high school stories: teacher tosses student into lockers. Seriously. [24:15] – The mooning incident... and how it still haunts school bus history. [27:52] – Weather update: sunshine and storms ahead! [34:39] – Lawn & Garden Radio with Don Kinsler kicks off—rubber mulch, mildew, and mystery tree death. [41:56] – How long does a lawn live? Apparently, a century. [43:12] – Medieval lawn care? Don spills turf trivia you didn't know you needed. [45:40] – The Horseradish Apocalypse: a condiment that cleared Jay’s sinuses forever. [48:00] – More sponsors, Huey Lewis adoration, and boot sales. [55:08] – Mayor Mahoney joins for an in-depth breakdown of the city’s new tax and firefighter pay plans. [1:26:00] – Law enforcement, real-time crime centers, and the future of public safety. [1:44:00] – Graduation madness continues with listener calls: was it cultural celebration or complete chaos?

On this jam-packed episode of The Jay Thomas Show, the band gets back together for a fiery return — and they’re not holding back. From shocking property valuation practices in West Fargo to scenic summer roadtrip memories and some lighthearted domestic bar décor negotiations, Jay and the crew serve up laughs, outrage, and sharp insight. 🏡 Main Story: A jaw-dropping housing segment takes over the show as Jay talks to realtors, homeowners, and even a local appraiser about the explosive rise in property valuations — and how special assessments are being double-counted. Guest Amanda Jensen shares her personal fight against what many are calling "a broken system." Is it time for a class-action lawsuit? 🚗 Lighter Side: It’s also National Road Trip Day, so buckle up for listener-favorite tales from haunted towns in Arizona, riverside rides through Minnesota, and an accidental Elvis pilgrimage. 🔧 Bonus: Fix-It Tips and giving back — hear how a local auto ministry has donated nearly 600 cars to community members in need. 🎶 Plus: Hot Tub Time Machine trivia, some surprising celebrity birthdays, and Jay’s hilarious showdown over deck decorations with his wife. ⏱️ Standout Moments (Timestamps): (2:17) – “The Band’s Back Together”: The Jay Thomas Show returns with big energy and laughs. (5:06) – “$324K for THAT House?”: Jay breaks down the shocker listing prices in his modest neighborhood. (6:24) – Real-Time Crime Centers & Cameras: Big brother or big help? (14:10) – National Road Trip Day!: Listeners share the most beautiful drives across America. (25:33) – “I’ll Trade You 2 Bacardi Signs for That Spinny Yard Thing”: Jay and his wife’s hilarious battle over backyard aesthetics. (30:50) – Hot Housing Market Mayhem: Home prices, taxes, and special assessments go under the microscope. (42:34) – Why Are Flags at Half-Staff?: The crew investigates. (51:03) – Amanda’s Battle Begins: A homeowner’s firsthand account of the valuation crisis. (56:22) – "We're Not in a Million-Dollar Neighborhood!": Location vs. logic in city assessments. (1:07:33) – Double Dipping & Legal Confusion: Are special assessments being counted twice? (1:22:22) – Is West Fargo Spending Too Fast to Keep Up? (1:31:31) – Affordable Housing Dilemma: Median home price hits $360K. What now? (1:54:21) – Fix It Forward: Local nonprofit nears 600 cars given to families in need.

This week on The Jay Thomas Show, we cruise into Memorial Day weekend with horsepower, hometown heroes, and a whole lot of hot takes! From Red River Valley Speedway thrills to heartfelt tributes, Guest Host Jason Berg brings stories that swerve between serious and side-splitting. We talk tornado tales, the wienermobile in Alaska (yep, you read that right), and a sneak peek at a brand-new $11M Colfax event center. Plus, Nancy Kelly drops in with news on her brother’s legacy project at the Cooper House and shares the latest from Labor Masters. Top it off with racing updates, local shout outs, Memorial Day reflections, and a cracked-screen sprint car moment that'll have you shaking your head. 💥 Catch it all here, with these standout moments you don’t want to miss: ⏱ Timestamps for Standout Moments: [00:00 - 06:40] – "Hot Tub Vinnie and the Headphone Fiasco"Jay kicks things off with tech struggles and a warm shoutout to local sponsor Hot Springs Spas. Total chaos and charm. [10:15 - 18:50] – "Spring Flooding & Burn Ban Woes"The guys dive into Cass County weather drama, campfire bans, and budget cuts that could cancel camping trips. [29:00 - 35:20] – "Jay’s Cell Phone Takes Flight"Sprint car prep gets wild when Jay’s phone literally falls off the car and cracks on impact. OtterBox fans, unite! [47:45 - 1:10:00] – "Track Talk with Nick Skalicky"Racing season ramps up! Fireworks, racing classes, world of outlaws, and Donny Schatz hype—this is a must-listen for race fans. [1:10:30 - 1:24:20] – "Memorial Day Reflections & Small-Town Traditions"From planting flowers to cleaning cemeteries, Jay and Jason reflect on honoring veterans and the meaning behind the long weekend. [1:24:30 - 1:37:00] – "Nancy Kelly Talks Labor Masters & Cooper House Transformation"Heartwarming interview about her late brother’s dream becoming a reality through community support and home builder donations. [1:38:15 - 1:50:00] – "Tornado Tales & Colfax Memories"Jay shares jaw-dropping memories from a childhood tornado in Colfax that changed everything. [1:51:00 - End] – "Wienermobiles, and Racing Dreams Ashley Tavares"Hot dog-shaped vehicles in Alaska, a wild California fraud scheme, and Jay’s love for racing wrap the show with laughs and grit.

🔊 Episode Summary: Jay Thomas dives into a whirlwind of current affairs, community drama, and listener call-ins in this firecracker episode of local talk radio done right. From the U.S. halting penny production to a headline-grabbing protest over an "86/47" banner, Jay and his callers unpack it all—with humor, frustration, and plenty of rants. Captain Brian Niewind from the ND Highway Patrol drops by to weigh in on bridge protest security, seatbelt laws, tinted windows, and Memorial Day patrol plans. Plus, Jay gives a shoutout to killer burger joints and slams overpriced extension cords. ⏱️ Standout Moments & Timestamps: 🛁 0:00 – 1:46Ad Read + Show Intro: Hot tub Vinny kicks off the show with bubbling energy and all the pool tables you can handle. 💰 1:50 – 3:40Bye-Bye, Penny: Jay reacts to the end of the penny, questioning why 3.2 BILLION were minted last year alone. “Four cents to make a one-cent coin?!” 🔥 Standout Quote: “Who the hell is making that call?” 🎯 6:13 – 10:05Penny Rage Turns Political: Jay segues into fiscal frustration and political waste. Rants on USPS pensions and government spending heat up. 🚨 21:00 – 33:00Bridge Protest Breakdown: Jay unpacks the controversy surrounding the “86/47” protest banner over I-94. 🔥 Standout Quote: “Don’t hassle the Hoffs, man.” 🎙️ 49:00 – 57:00Unedited Interview with Protester Wendy Hoff: Hear her explain why she stands on bridges with that banner, what “86” really means to her, and what the cops told her. 👮 1:04:00 – 1:35:00ND Highway Patrol Captain Brian Niewind Interview: A deep dive into patrol jurisdiction, traffic laws, tinted windows, and the real meaning of that highway protest encounter. 💡 Hot Take: "Seatbelt violations? We’re not trying to write tickets—we’re trying to save lives.” 🎁 1:46:00 – 1:48:00Giveaway Time! $100 Alsager Meats gift card goes to lucky listener Melinda! 🍔🎉

The Jay Thomas Show from Wednesday May 21st, 2025.  Guests include Don Kinzler, Barb Jensen, Sue Barron and Leah Alsager.

In this punchy, free-wheeling episode of The Jay Thomas Show, Jay dives headfirst into everything from torrential North Dakota rainfall to eyebrow-raising Minnesota legislation — all while sprinkling in food cravings, fried chicken nostalgia, and hot tub rants. The episode crescendos into a deep (and occasionally hilarious) discussion about Minnesota's controversial new law restricting the sale of brass keys due to trace lead content. It's classic Jay: real talk, local flavor, and a little bit of sass. 📌 Standout Moments + Timestamps: 0:00 – 1:38🛁 Hot Tub RantJay kicks things off with a passionate ode to Hot Spring Spas and how his hot tub changed his life (and possibly his blood pressure). 1:39 – 6:30☔ Rain, Rain, and More RainWeather banter takes center stage as Jay laments flooding and suspended Twins games. 6:31 – 10:45🍔 Big Macs & RegretJay and Ronnie spiral into a greasy black hole of fast food confessions and preservative horror stories. 15:26 – 20:01🍕 Pizza Patrol vs. Dwayne’s DebateA food-fueled frenzy about Fargo-Moorhead’s favorite pizza haunts. Warning: may cause cravings. 25:52 – 36:09🔑 Minnesota Key Law Controversy BeginsJay uncorks a fiery reaction to Minnesota’s new ban on keys with trace lead. Is it overreach or overdue? 43:22 – 49:17🚫 Key Bootlegging & Locksmith WoesMore outrage and absurdity as Jay imagines a future of illegal key trade over state lines. Lockpocalypse now? 58:01 – 1:03:24🔐 Lock Shop Owner Calls InLarry from the local lock shop joins to explain the disastrous impact of the law on his business. 1:34:08 – 1:46:41🧍 Posture Month with Dr. MikeJay chats with chiropractor Dr. Mike about posture, pain, and why you shouldn’t rely on a compression shirt to fix your spine.

On this candid and fiery episode of The Jay Thomas Show, Jay kicks off with hot tub talk and sauna health hacks—but things quickly heat up in a different way. The gang dives deep into the bombshell news of former President Joe Biden’s advanced prostate cancer diagnosis, triggering a powerful wave of listener calls, real-life cancer survival stories, and frustrations over medical transparency. It's raw, it's real, and it’s one of the most heartfelt episodes to date. Plus: Jay’s weekend pizza regret, black licorice ice cream drama, escaping from prison Shawshank-style, Fargo’s crime center controversy, and a listener offers free pickled fish. Yep, it’s a Jay Thomas classic. 🕰️ Standout Timestamps: 0:00 – 1:57 | Sauna > flu shot? Jay and Vinny debate health benefits and seasonal wellness. 3:28 – 7:15 | Red Wing shoes, spoiler pizza regrets, and why onions at midnight are never a good idea. 7:16 – 8:45 | The great West Fargo cop chase and a rogue Mexican Navy ship crash. 8:46 – 11:59 | Breaking News: President Biden’s prostate cancer—Jay’s immediate reaction. 12:37 – 15:24 | Mowing woes, heartburn hacks, and caller Grant’s failed attempt at winning comedy show tickets. 19:42 – 21:13 | Epstein: Suicide or murder? Jay reacts to Bongino’s take. 27:38 – 44:29 | Wall-to-wall listener calls: prostate cancer, PSA testing, government transparency, and anger over potential cover-ups. 56:16 – 1:06:03 | Deeply emotional stories from listeners and families affected by prostate cancer. 1:10:01 – 1:15:15 | Former coworker’s tragic cancer story and why early detection is everything. 1:18:15 – 1:24:55 | Listener Vance shares how robotic surgery saved his life—cancer free since 2007. 1:33:48 – 1:36:27 | Jim’s PSA PSA: Why robotic surgery beats the “radical” route every time. 1:36:30 – 1:41:36 | Hot Tub Time Machine: Ringling Bros, Marilyn Monroe’s sultry song, and Dire Straits trivia. 1:44:49 – 1:58:39 | The food, the toxins, and the conspiracy theories—are we being poisoned? 1:59:52 – 2:00:14 | Jay wraps up with a reminder to check your PSA and enjoy the rain. 🔥 Tags/Topics: #ProstateCancer #HealthAwareness #Politics #JayThomasShow #Saunas #Epstein #BidenDiagnosis #ListenerCalls #RealTalk #FargoNews #PodcastRecap #HotTubTimeMachine #LicoriceIceCream

The Jay Thomas Show from Friday May 16th, 2025.  Guests include Caryn Olson and more.

The latest Jay Thomas Show delivers a high-energy, storm-chasing, black-licorice-eating, public policy rollercoaster with a North Dakota flair. From spontaneous weather updates to fiery city commission debates, Jay and crew keep it real, raw, and ridiculously entertaining. ⏱️ Top Moments (with timestamps) 0:00 – Hot Tub Vinny & the Opening RiffA classic Jay Thomas intro, complete with local sponsor shout-outs and the usual blend of humor, weather, and real talk. Bonus: the phrase “Vinny Hot Tubs” might live rent-free in your head. 7:45 – Mowing Mayhem & Neighborhood Lawn DramaJay and Dean Wysocki debate lawn mowing etiquette in heatwaves. Turns out, even the grass is political in North Dakota. 12:50 – Weather Watch: Tornado Tracker Edition 🌪️Jay and Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki deliver real-time updates on storm systems threatening Benson and Fergus Falls. The show takes a serious turn as confirmed tornado damage reports roll in. 32:00 – Licorice Showdown: Ice Cream That Divides a Nation 🍦Black licorice ice cream sparks one of the most passionate debates in recent show history. Listeners call in, Jay is obsessed, and Dean's taste buds are shocked.🍨 Hot Take: "It's disgusting." — Ronnie🍨 Hotter Take: "It’s bomb." — Dean 1:01:45 – Jail Talk & Political FalloutCaller confusion sparks clarification from Grand Forks Sheriff Andy Schneider about illegal immigration and jail overcrowding. Jay follows up with sharp commentary on local leadership miscommunications. 1:15:30 – Fargo Firestorm: Tax Promises vs. Pay Raises 🔥Commissioner Michelle Turnberg joins to drop bombshells: Firefighters paid campaign costs themselves 💸 Voters were misled about how the public safety tax revenue would be used Only 8% of funds go to actual firefighter raises?!The frustration is palpable. 1:44:20 – Horace Dust Bowl 2025A listener from Horace describes living in a dust storm due to rerouted diversion traffic. Jay says what we’re all thinking: "Just treat the damn road!" 1:53:00 – Final Hour: From Dust to D.C. to DairyThe crew loops back to dusty roads, swirling political tensions, black licorice candy nostalgia, and the looming question of whether Trump could or should pardon Derek Chauvin. Plus: updates from the Chahinkapa Zoo in Wahpeton. 🐯