Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor return for another lively episode of the Need to Know Morning Show, mixing politics, sports, and weather with a dose of sarcasm and local flair. From a foggy North Dakota morning to the political fog of Elizabeth Warren’s latest soundbites, the team covers it all. You’ll hear everything from: A spirited takedown of political fearmongering 🔥 Nostalgic riffs on ZZ Top and hot dog crescent roll cuisine 🌭 Why the Twin Cities Vikings Draft Party is the place to be tonight 🏈 Listener shoutouts, wild sports predictions, and strong opinions on everything from Tesla to trampolines 🎯 And yes, there's also Carlos Santana, Kelly Clarkson’s birthday, and a real weather forecast for once. ⏱️ STANDOUT MOMENTS WITH TIMESTAMPS: [00:03:00] — Weather gets dramatic: “Pea-soupy fog” and a look ahead to the sunny weekend 🌤️ [00:11:00] — El Salvador gets pitched as the new vacation dream, sunsets and all 🌅 [00:16:45] — Kevin goes full sports fan: Draft night hype and “The Bank” excitement 🏟️ [00:25:30] — Fran Tarkenton autograph story and “dream squasher” wives 😆 [00:38:00] — Call-in rant: Why protesting oligarchs “isn’t helping” 🤷 [00:44:45] — Barbra Streisand turns 83 — cue musical memories (and groans) 🎶 [01:01:10] — Listener feedback: “Ladybugs at the Mall of America — what could go wrong?” 🐞 [01:13:50] — Sports rundown: Twins, Wolves, NHL playoffs, and draft day predictions 🏀 [01:18:20] — Kevin’s hard stance: “Don’t come for my MAGA hat at dinner” 🇺🇸 [01:21:40] — Final weather tease: Sunday may hit 70°F… finally! 🌡️

On this jam-packed morning show episode, Kevin and Alex kick off with good vibes, early weather updates, and a moonlit sky with Venus in tow. But don't let the light-hearted laughs fool you — things get serious fast. From dissecting RFK Jr.’s bold move to ban artificial food dyes to exploring the fallout of a high-profile deportation, it’s a rollercoaster of headlines, commentary, and classic radio banter. Tune in for weather forecasts, lost dog memories, Shakespeare impressions, and some surprisingly deep thoughts on sugary cereal. Plus, stick around for standout sports coverage, stock market insights with a fiduciary flair, and Bridget Riedel’s take on everything ag. 🔍 A must-listen for news junkies, nostalgic cereal lovers, and anyone wondering why the heck kids' food still glows in the dark. ⏱️ Timestamps of Standout Moments: [0:01] — Sunrise vibes, listener shoutout from London 🌍 [2:21] — RFK Jr. & the war on food dyes: “Thank God we’re finally getting to the bottom of this” [8:10] — The cereal dye conspiracy: Trix vs. Kix, and childhood nostalgia gone toxic [13:13] — The Maryland man deportation drama: “They made him look like a baseball coach” [20:12] — Wild vs. Wolves playoffs recap, plus Buxton’s game-saving dive [30:28] — Farming, guinea hens, and the squeeze chute saga [35:05] — Political theatre and TikTok skepticism [43:03] — Business insights: Eggs are down, stocks are up, and Tesla's back on track [52:51] — Closing thoughts: Markets, Mel K, and the coming shift in the sugar game [1:00:00] — What's on Your Mind: Mike Warner joins to talk sugar, ag tech, and the future of jobs

Happy Earth Day! Hosts Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor kick off the show with rainy skies and earthy vibes. From aluminum can buybacks to drone-powered farming tech, it's a full-throttle Tuesday packed with weather updates, news, hot takes, and a whole lot of Minnesota sports chatter. Plus, guest Bridgette Readel dives deep into high-tech agriculture, and Minnkota Recycling drops by with Earth Day updates and sweet cash-for-cans deals. 🎧 🎧 Key Moments & Timestamps: 🌧️ Morning Weather Rundown (0:00 - 3:06)The crew kicks off with the cloudy, soggy forecast—perfect Earth Day vibes—and previews a week of changing skies. ♻️ Aluminum Can Gold Rush (3:06 - 6:17)Minnkota Recycling is offering premium prices for aluminum! Kevin and Alex reminisce about beer can hoarding season. 🌱 Agriculture Check-in with Bridget Riedel (34:37 - 39:21)Bridget drops knowledge on next-gen smart sprayers, drone field mapping, and how AI is changing the game in modern farming. ⚖️ Tim Walz, Fishing, and Political Rants (6:17 - 11:02)Governor Walz may or may not show up at the Governor’s Fishing Opener, and Kevin has opinions. Lots of them. 🍬 Jelly Beans & Easter Candy Shortages (7:11 - 11:02)The candy aisles are empty? The hosts dish on holiday faves, jelly bean flavors, and the Great Peeps Overload of 2025. 🏒🏀 MN Sports Blitz (17:44 - 21:31)The Timberwolves face the Lakers in LA, and the Wild try to claw back against the Golden Knights. Plus, Twins hope to out-stumble the struggling White Sox. 📉 Business & Economic Headlines (21:40 - 25:10)Fox Business highlights include tariffs, inflation, and Swiss pharma investing big in U.S. jobs. 💧 Spring Showers Forecast with Dean (42:53 - 45:30)Dean breaks down what’s coming: sunshine, sprinkles, and serious rain later in the weekend. LRC cycle fans, take notes! 🎸 Frampton Turns 75 + Hollywood Buzz (47:42 - 49:55)Music throwbacks, celebrity rumors, and a bizarre Kanye outfit sighting.