In this Monday edition, the hosts choose "joy" as the word of the day despite the ongoing political and global turmoil. The show heavily focuses on the latest developments in Washington, D.C., with the impending end of the government shutdown and the underlying fight over healthcare, particularly the costs and fraud associated with Obamacare. Guests include Flag Family Ag Director Bridget Riedel with updates on the struggling farm economy and Sanford Health's Dr. Todd Schaefer discussing veteran care. The hosts also take listener calls and comments on local politics, the filibuster, and honoring veterans. Standout Moments: Time Description 1:05 Host criticizes Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for focusing on non-essential issues instead of crime, referring to the fraud in Somali communities. 3:20 Discussion on China's three-year commitment to buying U.S. soybeans and the extended opportunity for U.S. farmers into the new year. 5:58 Conversation on whether the current farm economy is like the 1980s crisis, noting that high input costs are the major new challenge. 7:48 Report that the Senate test vote of 60-40 opens the door to passing an amended Continuing Resolution (CR) to reopen the government until January 30th. 8:27 Speaker Mike Johnson confirms the CR includes fully funding SNAP provisions through September 2026 and back pay for federal workers. 9:02 The host promotes tickets for the Brian Kilmeade and Jimmy Fela tribute to Charlie Kirk event, offering free tickets to those who bring a veteran or student. 10:11 Senator Kevin Cramer highlights that air travel is "grinded to a halt" with nearly half of all U.S. domestic flights canceled or delayed due to air traffic controllers calling in sick. 12:44 Cramer explains the government shutdown breakthrough: a deal for Tim Kaine to support the bill in exchange for the White House agreeing not to fire federal workers. 14:48 Discussion on Donald Trump's idea to give money directly to patients for health savings accounts, rather than to insurance companies. 16:33 World War II veteran and Sanford Health CEO Dr. Todd Schaefer discusses Sanford's industry-leading programs and hiring preference for veterans. 17:41 Fargo resident expresses outrage over the city handing out 5,000 glass drug pipes as part of a "harm reduction" program. 19:25 Audio clip of Jonathan Gruber, the architect of Obamacare, calling the American voter "stupid" and admitting the lack of transparency was a huge political advantage.