Start your Monday off Need to Know style with Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor as they wade through smoky skies, somber headlines, and spirited debate. From Fargo shootings and growing city concerns, to conspiracy chatter with Steven Miller and Mark Thiessen, it’s a high-energy rollercoaster through weather, wellness, politics, and pop culture. Special guests include Bridgette Readel on grocery prices and Mariah Prussia on street smarts and self-defense — with a side of chocolate chip cookies, Italian beer, and travel deals to Rome. Oh, and it’s National Water Balloon Day. Splash responsibly. 🕰️ Standout Moments & Timestamps: [0:00] - Fargo in Focus: A somber start—two dead in a downtown Fargo shooting. Reflections on safety, change, and small-town identity slipping away. [3:24] - WeFest Weather Watch: The week’s big outdoor event might be drenched. Poncho > umbrella. Always. [4:25] - Conspiracy Corner: Steven Miller goes all in on the Russia collusion saga and deep state drama. 🔥 [8:01] - What Day Is It Anyway?: Celebrating National Water Balloon Day, Coast Guard Day, AND Chocolate Chip Cookie Day 🍪🎈 [13:17] - Tough Talk on City Crime: Uncle Kev gets real on women’s safety, gangs in Minneapolis, and smart self-protection. [18:16] - Poolside & Rain: Weekend fun, Island Park renovations, and Dino’s weather breakdown (spoiler: more rain). [25:15] - Truckers & Truth Bombs: Listener call-ins sound off on downtown safety and shady motel zones. Raw and real. [28:14] - TiVo Time: Steven Miller uncorks the Russia gate timeline. Deep dive into conspiracies, cover-ups, and constitutional crisis. [47:40] - Farm-to-Table Talk: Bridgette Readel breaks down food prices, tariffs, and the surprising #1 ingredient in dog food (spoiler: it’s corn 🌽). [1:04:18] - Dining & Deals: Maxwell’s fine dining gets rave reviews, and Cindy from Travel Travel has a hot Rome deal that’ll have you packing pasta. [1:26:02] - Safety First, Always: Mariah Prussia talks about women’s safety, self-defense tips, and trusting your gut in public.

Today on Need to Know, Kevin and Alex dives into a fog of wildfire smoke, political heat, and Midwest agriculture happenings. While they weren’t broadcasting live from the Ag PhD Field Day in Baltic, SD, they had boots-on-the-ground updates from Dean Wysocki, plus plenty of insights on the field day’s turnout and tech. 🕒 Highlight Reel: [00:03:45] – Smoke Check: Deano explains the Canadian wildfire haze and what it means for WeFest and outdoor work.[00:09:10] – Ag PhD Roundup: Dean Wysocki reports from the Baltic event with 10,000+ ag professionals and some serious sprayer envy.[00:21:30] – The Pelosi Act & Capitol Trades: Charlie Kirk and Senator Mullin dig into political delays and sketchy financials.[00:35:40] – Budget Jersey Tips: Listener innovation at its finest—custom Vikings gear made from duct tape.[00:45:50] – Steve Carney's Rough Day on the Water: No fish, no luck, and one very unimpressed grandkid.[01:03:15] – Meta, Microsoft & Market Moves: Tech wins, Twins trade, and CVS holding steady.[01:29:00] – Insider Trading Deep Dive: How Congress keeps cashing in—and why public trust keeps sinking.[01:48:10] – Ozzy’s Goodbye: Reflecting on the rocker’s final farewell.[01:55:00] – Stormy Outlook for WeFest: The LRC forecast says pack boots, not flip-flops.

On this rollicking episode of The Need to Know Morning Show, hosts Alex and Kevin wrangle everything from Canadian wildfire smoke to immersive Wizard of Oz experiences, all while sipping coffee and serving side-eye to government regulations. 0:55 – Bridgette Readel on Vertical Farming: How Dyson’s 26-acre greenhouse uses a spinning carousel to grow strawberries with AI and sensors. 1:47 – Kevin marvels at NYC balcony gardens: Lettuce growing like it’s Times Square. 5:31 – Lee Zeldin & Chris Wright: Explain why rolling back Obama-era EPA rules will unleash an energy and manufacturing boom. 6:59 – Alex & Kevin on Electric Cars & Cow Farts: “It’s volcanoes and cow emissions—pick your climate villain.” 9:41 – Dean Wysocki previews ‘The Sphere’: Immersive Wizard of Oz opens August 28th in Vegas. Monkeys, tornado winds, and flames included. 14:01 – Kevin on Canadian smoke: “Maybe if we make Canada the 51st state, we can finally put out the fires.” 17:25 – Big Game James McCarty Sports Report: Trey Lance to start for the Chargers, Pearson Oehl debuts for the Twins, and Brooks Lee hits two homers. 29:20 – ICE Protests & Democrats: Guests include Tom Homan, former ICE director, who pulls no punches. 41:11 – Live from Baltic, SD: Darren Hefty previews PhD Field Day & how Dyson's vertical farms are changing agriculture. 1:02:20 – Greenhouse Gas Showdown: Chris Wright vs. start-stop technology. Spoiler: it’s getting axed. 1:10:57 – Entertainment Roundup: Ringo Starr turns 84, Pamela Anderson co-stars in the new Naked Gun, and Liam Neeson shows up on the red carpet. 1:14:38 – Don Kinsler on Smoke & Plants: Does wildfire haze affect crops? The answer is nuanced—and backed by university research. 1:16:42 – The 5-Gallon Watering Rule: Kinsler’s guide to properly hydrating your backyard trees (spoiler: it involves drills and buckets). 1:26:21 – Peak Summer Garden Talk: From baby cucumbers to early tomatoes, it’s high summer in Don’s backyard.

Get ready for a jam-packed Tuesday edition of Need to Know Morning Show with Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn! From the adorable chaos of the upcoming Wiener Dog Races in Vergas, MN 🐶 to the smoky skies creeping in from Canada 🌫️, there's a lot to cover — and laugh about. The duo dives into Trump's new EU trade deal (spoiler: Charles Payne is pumped), RFK Jr.'s fiery chat with Charlie Kirk on vaccine injury reform, national food holidays (hello, chicken wings and chili dogs 🌭), and whether golf cart armor is the next big thing in sports equipment. Oh, and don’t forget: It’s International Lipstick Day, so Carmex fans, unite. Brew your Moxie Java, sit back, and soak in your Need to Know with a few laughs, a little sass, and a whole lot of smoke. ⏱️ Standout Moments (Timestamps): 0:25 – “You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet” — Trump’s entrance music and Scotland trip recap 2:15 – This weekend’s big event: Wiener Dog Races 🐾 in Vergas 3:43 – National Tiger Day, Lipstick Day, Chicken Wing Day, Intern Day AND Lasagna Day? 7:44 – RFK Jr. joins Charlie Kirk: Breaking down vaccine injury reform ⚖️ 13:01 – Smoke, storms, and the LRC weather cycle — Dino’s long-range forecast 20:29 – Canada is on fire. Literally. The smoke report 🔥 29:22 – Charles Payne explains how Trump’s EU trade deal helps everyday Americans 33:06 – The real vaccine injury stats you won’t hear on TV — RFK gets candid 47:01 – Ag update: Beef exports to Australia, fertilizer flow & corn sweat 🌽 52:00 – Will Cain explains Trump’s trade wins: “The EU got steamrolled… in a good way” 58:57 – Sports: J.J. McCarthy signs a forehead, Twins walk off the Red Sox ⚾ 1:13:50 – Trump teases a tariff rebate for Americans — Will Cain + Charles Payne explain 1:16:25 – Today in history: First motorcycle race & transcontinental phone call

Start your week with a bang on the Need To Know Morning Show! Kevin and Alex bring their signature mix of weather updates, cultural hot takes, and political bombshells. From brewing summer storms and bonfire weekend recaps to hard-hitting commentary on FBI investigations and the Russia collusion narrative, this episode is packed with energy, opinion, and enough sass to get you through your Monday. Plus, a powerful chat on hormone health with Mariah Prussia—because self-care matters, even in the chaos. ⏱️ Timestamps – Standout Moments: 0:42 – 📅 "August is Friday?" — Calendar chaos and a surprisingly sunny forecast 2:18 – 🕵️‍♂️ TiVo Teaser: Russia Collusion Unpacked — Radcliffe’s notes, Devin Nunes, and what the deep state may or may not be up to 4:13 – 💸 “Money, Money, Money” — A potential $7 trillion trade win and Kevin's ode to deal-making 6:10 – 🎯 “They've gone off the ranch” — A revealing convo with a liberal family member on sports, women's rights, and political fallout 8:09 – 🧬 “Who celebrates World Hepatitis Day?” — National days go off the rails (also: chocolate milk and Spock-like logic) 10:25 – ⛈️ Storm watch activated — Dean Wysocki’s weather warning for Wahpeton and Lakes Country 13:08 – 🎸 Turkey Day and Adios Pantaloons? — Local weekend events and music with friends 14:03 – 🌩️ LRC cycle alert — Will August kick off another derecho storm pattern? 46:10 – ⚖️ Handwritten notes & Hidden truths — Full Devin Nunes segment on Hillary Clinton, the Steele dossier, and a potential treason case 1:30:00 – 📣 TiVo Round 2 — John Ratcliffe joins again with fiery details on the Mar-a-Lago raid and Durham report fallout 1:43:00 – 💪 Hormones & Hard Truths — Mariah Prussia dives into testosterone, birth control risks, and how health isn't one-size-fits-all 1:53:00 – 🌿 Firewood, Fitness, and Female Empowerment — Mariah talks chainsaws, burning brush, and balancing hormones with mindset and movement

In this high-energy Friday edition of The Need to Know Morning Show, Kevin and Alex take listeners on a whirlwind tour of national headlines, local events, pop culture tributes, and, of course, plenty of weather gripes and giggles. With wildfire smoke blanketing the Midwest, emotions ran high — especially during an extended tribute to the late Hulk Hogan, a true icon in and out of the wrestling ring. Whether you're here for the hot fudge sundaes, hot takes, or hot weather forecast, this episode is as jam-packed as a fairground funnel cake. 🕰️ Standout Moments & Timestamps: 0:18 – Frazee, MN Turkey Days Preview 🍗 1:44 – Bridgette Readel talks agriculture and... Bush Light? 🌾🍺 2:01 – Tribute to late wrestling legend Hulk Hogan 🕊️ 3:04 – Discussion of state AGs vs. Trump admin over migrant benefits ⚖️ 6:12 – Dean joins late with a smoky, stormy forecast ⛅🌩️ 8:03 – National wine & cheese day: Alex's fave summer pairings 🍷🧀 10:04 – “Sew What?” How to teach your son to fix a button 🧵 17:32 – Weather outlook for the weekend: Smoke, storms, and sweat 😅 25:36 – The Hulk Hogan Convention Speech that brought the house down 🇺🇸 35:12 – Wrestling nostalgia, F-bombs, and Macho Man memories 🤼‍♂️ 42:30 – Bridgette talks Clydesdales, state fairs, and a 2026 mega celebration 🎪🐴 49:27 – Moorhead Summer Blast preview with Scott Moen 🇺🇸🎶 1:04:16 – Tivo’d Gutfeld segment: Russiagate, awards, and outrage 🎭 1:30:46 – Final weather hits, WeFest preview, and weekend wrap 🌅

Start your morning right with The Need to Know Morning Show hosted by Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor, bringing you a wild mix of weather, politics, local stories, and outdoor updates — with a side of smoky air and political fire. In this packed episode, the hosts rant and riff about Canada’s never-ending smoke invasion, air quality alerts “until further notice,” and how it’s affecting everything from bloody noses to outdoor plans. They also break down Tulsi Gabbard’s explosive claims about the Obama administration’s role in the Russia hoax, pulling apart press conference soundbites and calling out media narratives. If that wasn't enough, expect passionate debates on Trump, taxes, and tip exemptions — and don’t miss a dramatic takedown of a $2.5 billion Fed building reno. Later, Bridgette Readel stops by for an ag report you won’t forget, including terrifying details on the New World Screwworm (ew 😬), and Steve Carney checks in from the lakes with hot tips on shallow-water walleye fishing. 🔥 Standout Moments & Timestamps: 0:00 – 1:45 | Smoky skies and sinus misery: Canada’s smoke puts summer on pause 2:00 – 4:00 | “You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet”: Trump’s press conference recap and Carolyn Lovett’s fiery AP smackdown 5:00 – 10:30 | Trump vs. media, tip-tax exemptions, and “TDS” (Trump Derangement Syndrome) takes center stage 14:00 – 16:00 | Twins heartbreak vs. Dodgers and Otani’s insane streak 17:00 – 18:30 | Vikings ticket madness: How to beat the scalpers 25:30 – 33:00 | 🔥 The Tulsi Gabbard bombshell: Obama’s alleged role in the Russia hoax laid bare 34:00 – 36:00 | Greg Jarrett’s segment: Will anyone be held accountable? (Spoiler: Obama probably not) 41:59 – 47:30 | 🐄 Ag report from Bridgette Readel: Wildfires, cow lungs, and screwworm nightmares 57:00 – 1:01:00 | 🎣 Steve Carney goes shallow: Walleyes defy the season & bait prices skyrocket 1:03:50 – 1:06:30 | Fed building scandal: $2.5 billion for what exactly? 1:12:00 – 1:15:00 | 🎶 Orangutan concerts at Chahinkapa Zoo – yes, you read that right 1:34:00 – 1:35:00 | Greg Jarrett drops the mic: “Never before has a president tried to destroy his successor”

Today on the Need to Know Morning Show, it’s a wild ride through music legends and political intrigue. Hosts Kevin and Alex reflect on the passing of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne, exploring his legacy from Black Sabbath to The Osbournes, with listeners sharing stories and laughs (and a few tears). Then it’s straight into the fire: Donald Trump accuses Barack Obama of treason in connection with Russiagate—and the fallout is just beginning. Tulsi Gabbard responds, and we dive into Hillary Clinton’s email saga and the alleged FBI cover-up. Weather updates, baseball scores, birthday shoutouts, and a mulberry-filled garden segment with Don Kinsler round out a jam-packed show. Rock, rain, and rage—today's show has it all. 🕒 Standout Moments: 0:02 — 🎸 RIP Ozzy: Hosts react to the death of Ozzy Osbourne; stories, memories, and a few rock ballads. 6:26 — 📺 The Osbournes remembered: Ozzy’s MTV reality show and the wild humor that made him a household name. 9:11 — 🏆 Grammy-winning comeback: Ozzy’s late-career wins, Parkinson’s battle, and undying commitment to perform. 22:33 — 🔥 “Treason”?!: Trump accuses Obama of masterminding Russiagate—calls it the “biggest scandal ever.” 25:48 — 📧 Emailgate revived: Laura Trump and Tulsi Gabbard revisit Hillary Clinton’s deleted emails and FBI inaction. 33:45 — 🎤 Tulsi responds: Gabbard dismantles Obama’s “deflection” over Russiagate. 37:32 — 🎂 Birthday Club: Slash is 60, Monica Lewinsky is 52, and Vanilla vs. Chocolate divides the studio. 43:03 — 🌼 Lawn & Garden Talk: Don Kinsler brings in fragrant lilies and tasty mulberries. Time to mulch! 52:25 — ⚾ Sports Blitz: Twins beat Dodgers, Lynx dominate, and Vikings training camp ramps up. 57:10 — 📈 Money Talk: Brien Krank joins to break down stock surges, trade deals, and chocolate inflation (!). 1:06:09 — 🪦 Ozzy’s Legacy: Wrapping up a show full of storms, scandals, and Sabbath.

Kevin and Alex are back with your Tuesday fix of fast-moving stories, standout guests, and refreshing summer takes. They dive into the heartwarming story of LPGA golfer Amy Olson’s connection to Scotty Scheffler’s powerful weekend win, break down the latest from the Ag world with Darren Hefty, and hit hot local headlines, including the buzz around downtown Grand Forks. Plus—find out what a "climate lockdown" actually means and why it's on the radar. 🎧 Standout Moments & Timestamps: [00:00] – Welcome & show preview: golf, weather, and a fun story out of Fargo [05:42] – Darren Hefty from Ag PhD talks crop conditions, farmer frustrations, and more [17:08] – Amy Olson shares the real Scotty Scheffler story that’s winning hearts [26:31] – Kevin and Alex react to a “climate lockdown” rumor: is it coming or just clickbait? [32:47] – Grand Forks downtown scoop: parking plans, building updates, and public input [41:55] – Wrap-up: Weather outlook + what to watch for tomorrow