The show starts with a check on the rainy, autumn weather before diving into hard politics. The hosts play clips from Pam Bondi, who details the crime crisis in Chicago—571 homicides last year—and argues that Governor Pritzker should be begging President Trump to help. This discussion leads to the political gridlock in Washington D.C., where Senate Majority Leader John Thune explains that the Schumer Shutdown could be resolved with only five Democrat votes on the clean funding bill. Thune and the hosts criticize the Democrats for playing politics and trying to appease their far-left base ahead of a "No King's Rally." In a thoughtful exchange with financial advisor Brien Krank, the hosts discuss the Trump tariffs, hidden "value-added" taxes in Europe, and the importance of paying down the national debt to prevent American citizens from becoming "slaves." The show also touches on the absurdity of anti-Trump hatred, exemplified by "Is he dead yet?" bracelets handed out at a farmers' market. Standout Moments: Pam Bondi on Hannity details the crime crisis in Chicago, reporting 571 homicides last year, and pointing out that finding 44 missing children in Memphis, thanks to the administration's efforts, makes the cleanup worthwhile. (00:10:04) Bondi says Governor Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson should be "begging Donald Trump to come in" to make the city safe, but they are "apoplectic" over the suggestion due to Trump Derangement Syndrome. (00:10:48) The hosts criticize the hypocrisy of Chicago's "sanctuary city" status, noting that the mayor is forbidding police from working with ICE to get illegal aliens off the streets, even after a released illegal Mexican alien beat a 21-year-old to death. (00:11:46) Senator John Thune on Harris Faulkner explains that Democrats need just five votes to pass the clean funding bill and end the government shutdown, criticizing their leadership for being "intent on pacifying and trying to appease this far-left base." (00:31:37) Financial advisor Brien Krank explains that European countries use a hidden "value-added tax" that's built into the price of goods at every step of the process. (00:24:00) Brien Krank argues that the U.S. should use tariff revenue to pay down the debt, emphasizing that high debt makes individual citizens "slaves." (00:25:21) A listener submits a text revealing that volunteers at a farmers' market in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, were handing out bracelets to kids that read: "Is he dead yet?" in reference to Donald Trump. (00:34:02) Bridgette Readel unveils…

The Need to Know Morning Show discusses a wide array of topics, from local weather (noting the absence of snow and the coming rain) and sports (Bison QB Cole Payton is Offensive Player of the Week ) to the latest political developments. The hosts cover the absurdity of the upcoming "No King's Rally" planned to protest President Trump, reading the protest's press release and countering the claims of "authoritarian actions". A major segment is dedicated to an explosive investigative report by Peter Schweitzer regarding New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, whose family has deep financial ties to Qatar's royal family—the same family that harbored 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. Schweitzer calls the election a "dark echo of the 9-11 terrorist attack". In the final hour, Senator John Kennedy discusses his new book, How to Test Negative for Stupid, and breaks down the ongoing "Schumer Shutdown," calling it a reflection of the "absurd demands of the socialist wing of the democratic party". He is prepared to stay shut down rather than agree to undo a bill and spend $1.5 trillion. The show also celebrates Charlie Kirk's birthday as his family is set to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Standout Moments: Peter Schweitzer reveals New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's family is financially tied to the Qatari royal family that harbored 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, calling the election a "dark echo of the 9-11 terrorist attack." (00:11:00) Peter Schweitzer notes that the International Quran News Agency (Iran) and a news publication linked to Hezbollah (Lebanon) are cheering on Mamdani's campaign. (00:13:28) Host reads the press release for the No King's Rally to protest President Trump and questions what specific "authoritarian actions and overreach of power" the president has committed. (00:04:39) Dean Wysocki reports that temperatures will stay chilly, only reaching 50 today, with scattered showers in the afternoon, but a large storm system is not in sight yet. (00:06:18) Bridgette Readel discusses weed zappers, a new piece of equipment that uses high-power electricity to kill weeds and terminate cover crops as an alternative to late-season pesticides. (00:20:06) Jesse Watters quotes President Trump, who calls his peace deal with Israel and Hamas the "historic dawn of a new Middle East" and a new "golden age." (00:27:00) Senator John Kennedy describes the Senate during the shutdown: "It's like the game room in a mental hospital." (00:37:46) Senator John Kennedy states he would…

The show begins with coverage of a historic day: President Trump's trip to Israel and Egypt to secure peace and the release of 20 hostages, with Trump declaring the end of an "age of terror and death". Mark Levin, "The Great One," argues that the peace deal must not be the end of the peace process, calling on the West and Arab nations to confront the root cause of the problem: Islamist terrorism. The hosts discuss what's next, including the rebuilding of Gaza, and JD Vance weighs in on Trump's unconventional diplomatic style that "actually got results". Also featured is an interview with Bridget Riedel on agricultural technology and a conversation with Mariah Prusha about her prepper mindset, including butchering chickens for bone broth and training with military veterans to gain self-sufficiency skills. The episode also includes a check of the weather and sports scores. Standout Moments: President Trump declares a "historic dawn of a new Middle East" and thanks Arab and Muslim nations for pressing Hamas to release hostages. (00:00:27) Mark Levin's "think bigger" monologue warns that Islamist terrorism is the "greatest danger and threat" and must be eliminated for permanent peace. (00:05:43) Discussion of a listener text about the impact of the government shutdown on soybean farmers who are not receiving aid checks. (00:18:03) Bridgette Readel, ag director, discusses the upcoming WDAY Radio Farm Show on November 5th , and emerging technologies like "Power Pollen" for precision pollination. (00:25:28) JD Vance praises President Trump's "nonconventional leadership style" for achieving the peace deal and hostage release. (00:30:16) JD Vance addresses the "fake story" of a Qatari military base on U.S. soil, confirming they are only training pilots on existing air bases. (00:33:43) Travel Travel's Cindy discusses a hot deal for a trip to the Scottish Highlands in January out of Fargo for under $2,000. (00:37:05) Mariah Prussia shares her experience butchering chickens for soup with listeners and her motivation for learning survival and self-sufficiency skills, which she believes is a question of "when" not "if" they will be needed. (00:46:27) Mariah Prussia talks about her upcoming training, including learning how to forge knives, make salt from the wild, hand-to-hand combat, and special comms, some of which will be taught by retired Navy SEALs and Delta Force. (00:51:56) Mariah Prussia's motto, which she wants on a T-shirt, is: "I will not be SOLed" (00:54:19)

The "Need to Know Morning Show" kicks off with apologies for an unscheduled guest and quickly moves to a discussion of President Trump's reported peace deal between Israel and Hamas, which is set to free hostages and bring peace to the region. Despite this remarkable achievement, the hosts confirm Trump was snubbed for the Nobel Peace Prize, which instead went to a Venezuelan opposition figure. The show dedicates segments to the ongoing government shutdown, featuring clips of House Majority Leader Steve Scalise discussing the damage inflicted by the "Schumer shutdown" and the Democrats' insistence on funding for programs like emergency care for undocumented people. They criticize Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for bragging that "every day gets better for us" during a shutdown that harms military families and other workers. The hosts also discuss Trump's threat to implement permanent cuts to government spending—specifically Democratic programs—if the shutdown continues, citing a law from the 1800s that grants the president that power. In "Tevo Time," the hosts discuss the bank fraud indictment against New York AG Letitia James, highlighting the "crushing irony" and "hypocrisy" that she is being charged with similar crimes to those she levied against Trump. Additionally, they celebrate the launch of an "All-American halftime show" by Turning Point USA to counter the planned Super Bowl halftime performance by Bad Bunny. Standout Moments: 0:02:40: The hosts announce Trump's reinstatement of Columbus Day over Indigenous Peoples Day. 0:05:54: Turning Point USA is launching an "All-American halftime show" for the Super Bowl to oppose Bad Bunny's performance. 0:06:55: The hosts criticize the NFL for repeatedly selecting rap-related artists for the Super Bowl halftime show. 0:11:47: Jesse Watters discusses how Trump's "force of his personality and persistence" secured the peace deal between Israel and Hamas. 0:12:47: The hosts share a remarkable timeline of Trump's diplomatic tactics in the peace deal, including forcing Netanyahu to apologize to Qatar in front of cameras. 0:14:52: The hosts note the "deafening silence" of Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib following the peace deal, questioning her true desire to "free Gaza". 0:18:14: The hosts share a listener's historical text linking the Phoenicians and the biblical Tribe of Dan to the origins of the Vikings and the discovery of America. 0:21:04: Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins highlights Vice President J.D. Vance's personal connection to the WIC program to underscore the Democrats' recklessness in the shutdown. 0:27:06: Virginia Lt. Governor Winsome Earl Sears confronts…

The "Need to Know Morning Show" kicks off with a look at the week's pleasant weather and the start of hunting season in North Dakota, including the pheasant opener. They quickly move into headlines, including a reported peace plan from President Trump for Gaza and the anticipated return of hostages, and the arrest of a suspect in the Palisades fire. A major segment, "Taylor's TiVo Time," focuses on a White House roundtable where independent journalists testified about the violence and domestic terrorism of Antifa in cities like Portland. Reporter Andy Ngo shares his harrowing, near-fatal experiences being ambushed and beaten by Antifa members. The hosts express outrage over the perceived collusion of Democratic leaders in blue states and the failure of "legacy media" to report on the situation. This leads to a discussion of former FBI Director James Comey pleading not guilty to false statement and obstruction charges. Legal experts Trey Gowdy and Jonathan Turley weigh in on the political nature of the charges against Comey and the wider "deep state" corruption and lawfare against President Trump. The show also features a fun update on the MLB playoffs—the Yankees are out, and the Cubs are alive. Ag Director Bridgette Readel joins to talk about recycling pumpkins for livestock feed and the science of using corn stover as roughage. Standout Moments: 0:00:17: Tease for Steve Carney and the upcoming North Dakota pheasant opener. 0:02:08: President Trump's peace plan for Gaza is discussed, with hopes for the return of hostages. 0:03:00: Discussion of stacked housing developers as "jackals" moving in after the Palisades fire. 0:04:18: International Beer and Pizza Day is celebrated. 0:05:43: Big Game James McCarty celebrates the Yankees being "gone" from the playoffs and the Cubs still being alive. 0:11:36: Independent journalist Andy Ngo recounts his terrifying, near-fatal Antifa attack, where he suffered a bleeding in the brain. 0:15:39: Independent reporter Nick Shirley says an Antifa member threatened to "make me Kirk Jr." after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. 0:18:24: Ag Director Bridgette Readel gives tips on feeding leftover Halloween pumpkins to livestock. 0:26:42: Legal discussion on James Comey's not-guilty plea and the political motives behind the charges against him and Donald Trump. 0:29:17: Discussion on the intrusive nature of Jack Smith spying on U.S. senators' metadata.

Hosts Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor kick off the show on a chilly October morning, celebrating hump day and the end of the Asian lady beetle invasion. The main topic of discussion is the government shutdown, with Flynn dedicating the opening song to Pam Bondi for her performance against "foes" like Adam Schiff and Dick Durbin. The hosts express frustration with the shutdown, arguing that Democrats are playing a losing hand and are out of touch with the public. Later in the show, Kevin and Alex are joined by Ag Director Bridgette Readel to discuss peanuts and the unexpected difficulties farmers face with Canadian tariffs on steel parts. Don Kinzler, a gardening expert, makes his final appearance of the season, offering tips on preparing lawns and gardens for winter, including deep watering, protecting certain plants from rabbits, and the best time for dormant seeding. The show also touches on local sports, the gold market, and various pop culture headlines, like P. Diddy's request to serve his sentence at a "cushier" facility. Standout Moments: 6:13 AM: Kevin Flynn dedicates the opening song to Pam Bondi, praising her for her "glorious" performance against Democrats during a hearing. 6:26 AM: Alex Taylor mentions that gold has hit $4,000 an ounce for the first time, noting that David Fisher from Landmark Capital had predicted this would happen. 7:00 AM: The hosts are joined by Bridgette Readel, who discusses the $1.7 billion value of the U.S. peanut industry and the different types of peanuts grown in the country. 7:14 AM: Readel explains the unintended consequences of steel tariffs on farmers, who are now facing up to 50% charges when trying to get parts from Canada. 7:30 AM: Don Kinzler, a gardening expert, joins the show for his final appearance of the season and offers listeners tips on how to prepare their gardens for winter, including deep watering and protecting plants from rabbits. 7:45 AM: Kinzler explains the concept of dormant seeding and advises listeners to use a grass seed blend with at least 50% Kentucky bluegrass. 8:00 AM: The hosts discuss a breaking news report about former FBI Director James Comey appearing in court to face charges of giving false statements to Congress. 8:15 AM: The hosts interview Don Kinzler, who gives his final gardening tips for the season, including protecting trees from winter sun damage and explaining the proper way to handle long-needled pine…

Hosts Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn discuss a variety of topics, including the start of the cooler fall weather and a brief sports update on the Jaguars' win over the Chiefs. The hosts spend a significant portion of the show discussing political scandals, such as the government weaponization against Republicans by Jack Smith, and the controversial statements of Virginia Attorney General candidate Jay Jones, who was caught in texts talking about killing his Republican opponents and their children. Flynn and Taylor discuss the role of the National Guard and why a judge would block President Trump from using it in a domestic situation. A segment with Ag Director Bridgette Readel addresses the fallacious videos about cattlemen and meat packing monopolies. The show also touches on personal topics, such as the debate over vaccinations, and celebrates John Mellencamp's birthday, noting his only number-one hit was "Jack & Diane". Standout Moments: 6:16 AM: The hosts discuss a press conference where Republican leaders accused Jack Smith and the Biden administration of spying on them as part of the "Arctic Frost" investigation. 6:26 AM: The hosts discuss Virginia Attorney General candidate Jay Jones's text messages where he fantasized about shooting a Republican opponent and wishing death upon their children. 7:14 AM: Ag Director Bridgette Readel refutes claims from a video that the National Cattlemen's Beef Association is not the friend of small ranchers. 8:12 AM: Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner and Sergeant Joe Crawford join the show to discuss their roles in law enforcement and the challenges of policing in the current political climate. 8:27 AM: The hosts and Dean Wysocki discuss the two-year anniversary of the October 7th attack in Israel and the horrific details of the event.

Hosts Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor tackle a wide range of topics in this episode, from local weather and sports to national headlines. They discuss the ongoing anti-ICE protests in Portland and Chicago, detailing the violent clashes and the controversial decision by a judge to block President Trump's order to deploy the National Guard. The hosts share reports from journalists on the ground and clips from commentators, analyzing the legal and political implications of the situation. They also touch on the government shutdown and its effects. In addition, the show covers the latest in the world of agriculture, featuring a conversation with Ag Director Bridgette Readel about the state of farming, including tax changes and new dairy products. The episode concludes with a segment on health and wellness with guest Mariah Prussia, who discusses canning, detoxing, and a unique at-home health test that analyzes biological age and organ function. Standout Moments: 6:14 AM: Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor discuss the rise of violent anti-ICE protests in Portland and Chicago and the arrest of a journalist, Nick Sorter, for reporting on the events.   6:27 AM: A report details how a federal judge blocked President Trump's order to send the National Guard into Portland, prompting a discussion on the president's authority as commander-in-chief.   6:41 AM: The hosts and Dean Wysocki discuss a bizarre fact about the origin of the "Mad Hatter" from Alice in Wonderland.   7:21 AM: Ag Director Bridgette Readel joins the show to talk about the WDAY radio farm show on November 5th and how changes to tax laws from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will affect farmers.    7:41 AM: Flynn and Alex discuss a new Oikos product called "Fusion," a dairy drink tailored for people on weight loss plans.   8:12 AM: Health and wellness expert Mariah Prussia talks about her hobby of canning and introduces a new at-home biological aging test that provides a comprehensive health analysis.   8:26 AM: Prussia answers a listener's question about detoxing and offers advice on different methods and the importance of understanding the intention behind a cleanse.

Kevin and Alex can't help but revel in the glorious late-summer weather. They joke about meteorologist Dean Wysocki's stubborn refusal to forecast a 90-degree day, and a listener even complains about their beautiful weather from a rainy London. The show's hosts also share some of the day's unofficial holidays, from National Boyfriend Day to World Temperance Day. Next, the show's hosts get into the weeds of the "Schumer Shutdown," and the Democrats' seemingly disastrous strategy. They mock the 24-hour live stream event that drew only 36 viewers and praise Donald Trump's use of memes to troll his opponents. Newt Gingrich joins in on the fun, offering his "totally uninformed guess" that Democrats' strategy is concocted by a small group "with enough cocaine". The episode wraps up with a truly heartwarming segment featuring Cassie Skalicky from Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area. Cassie discusses her organization's mission to repair and modify homes for senior citizens, veterans, and people with disabilities who are in financial need. She explains that her organization's waiting list is so long that they've had to create a "waiting list for the waiting list". They're hosting a fundraiser to reach their goal of $31,000 by Halloween to help the community. Standout Moments: 90-Degree Debate: Kevin and Dean's hilarious, ongoing bet over whether Fargo will hit 90 degrees in October. Political Puns: The hosts and their guests riff on everything from the "Schumer Shutdown" to Trump's "Sombrero Meme." Heartfelt Fundraiser: The segment with Rebuilding Together highlights a critical community need and offers a way to help.

Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor take on the pressing issue of the government shutdown and other local happenings. They break down the political blame game, discuss the financial impact on essential services and citizens, and expose what they call "word salad trickery" from politicians.   Featured Segments The Schumer Shutdown: The hosts share clips from Vice President JD Vance and commentator Will Cain, who both argue that the shutdown is a political power play by Senate Democrats. According to Vance, the Democrats' goal is to reinstate hundreds of billions of dollars for healthcare benefits for illegal immigrants, which were cut under President Trump's administration. Cain explains the mechanism: hospitals provide care to illegal immigrants, and the federal government, and by extension the taxpayer, pays the bill. The hosts also discuss the direct impact on Americans, noting that military members, TSA agents, and federal employees are not getting paid, and services like WIC and SNAP are being delayed or shut down. Local Happenings: The show covers a lot of local news, including the area's unseasonably hot weather, with temperatures expected to hit 90 degrees on Saturday before a cold front moves in, bringing a chance of the first hard freeze next week. They also discuss agriculture and outdoors, with Bridget Riedel reporting on dry conditions, recent combine fires, and business acquisitions. Steve Carney talks about the slow start to the waterfowl season due to the heat, and the turkey opener that's set to begin on Saturday. Political Commentary: The hosts and listeners react to the shutdown, with some speculating that President Trump sees this as an opportunity to permanently downsize the federal government and fire non-essential employees. One listener calls out the Affordable Care Act (ACA), saying it was anything but affordable and made healthcare for illegal immigrants more accessible. Fun Facts: The show celebrates a number of holidays, including National Scallops Day, Guardian Angels Day, and National Custodial Workers Day. They also wish happy birthday to singer Sting, who is 74 today, and Charlie Brown, who is celebrating his 75th birthday.   Standout Moments Hot Weather Woes: The hosts are in disbelief over the unseasonably hot weather, with a high of 90 degrees expected on Saturday, followed by a sudden temperature drop to the 60s on Sunday. The Cost of "Free" Healthcare: A listener texts in to point out that federally funded emergency room visits for illegal immigrants ultimately increase…