The Wake Up Call with Scotch and Mandy

Scotch puts Tank and Mandy through the wringer with “Song or Slogan?”—the Wake Up Call game where a line might be a country lyric or a farm‑equipment tagline, and you have to decide before the coffee kicks in. Today’s round features Faith Hill’s science‑class chorus from “This Kiss” (yep, that “centrifugal motion” line) and Jason Aldean’s ride invitation in “Big Green Tractor” (which sounds suspiciously like ad copy) alongside legit brand lines like John Deere’s timeless “Nothing Runs Like a Deere” and Case IH’s “Rethink Productivity.” We even sneak in a CNH autonomy headline and AGCO’s farmer‑first purpose to keep you guessing. Source list is in the show notes—bring receipts to the group chat.

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Scotch swears he’s seeing more dogs out in public than ever—restaurants, stores, patios, even places that can’t possibly allow dogs… right? Scotch, Tank and Mandy break down the trend and ask listeners where they’ve been spotting surprise pups. We open up the phones and the text club to hear all the wild places people have seen dogs lately.

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Every week, Scotch, Tank, and Mandy each bring three brand‑new “Would You Rather” questions — some clever, some bizarre, and some that should probably never be said out loud. The trio debates, argues, and embarrasses each other. It’s fast, funny, and the perfect morning brain warm‑up.

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On today’s Friday Food Fight, the Wake Up Call crew takes on a very real question: Where’s the best fast‑food value in Fargo–Moorhead? Scotch leads the showdown as Tank and Mandy make their case for the biggest bang‑for‑your‑buck meals. Then we open up the text line and hear from listeners across the Valley sharing their go‑to cheap eats, late‑night lifesavers, and unbeatable under‑$5 orders. It’s fun, it’s fast, and it’s deliciously relatable.

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It’s Friday the 13th on The Wake Up Call, and the only thing scary around here is the weather forecast. Tank breaks down a few simple Friday-the-13th tidbits, Mandy shares her very Midwest superstitions, and Scotch delivers a special edition of the Froggy 99.9 Breaking News: Friday the 13th… Midwest Style.
From hockey dads in masks to ghosts defeated by hotdish, this one’s a classic.

Catch the full segment and start your day with a little fear… and a lot of Froggy.

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The Wake Up Call is back with two new mystery celebrities celebrating birthdays today — and Tank puts Scotch and Mandy to the test with another pair of Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays! clue rounds. One star broke out on a gritty U.K. teen drama before leaping into action‑adventure blockbusters, while the other is a beloved character actor known for unforgettable roles in both crime classics and a long‑running cable dramedy.

The clues start tough and get easier, but we never reveal names in the description — so YOU can play along. See if you can beat Scotch and Mandy to the answers as we celebrate two very different but very iconic careers on this March 13 edition of The Wake Up Call.

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Nashville headlines just got a honky‑tonk upgrade. Each episode kicks off with the week’s biggest country stories straight from Taste of Country — then turns them into a wild, toe‑tappin’, banjo‑pickin’ hoedown performance. It’s news, it’s music, it’s comedy… it’s The Wake Up Call doing what they do best.

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Tank recaps another intense night in the NHL — that’s the Novice Hockey League, of course — as the White Team skated their way to a hard‑fought win at the Cullen Hockey Center. From breakaway chances to beer‑league blunders, Tank breaks down every chaotic, glorious moment from the ice. Lace ’em up and dive into the recap!

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Josh Duhamel and Fargo’s own Audra Mari announced over the weekend that they’re expecting baby number two — a girl — sharing black‑and‑white maternity photos and the caption, “Adding a little girl to our story… We can’t wait to meet you.” 

So The Wake Up Call decided to do what the FM area does best: name that baby — North Dakota style.

Scotch, Tank, and Mandy open the text line to brainstorm the most North Dakota girl names possible, from Prairie Rose to Frostina to Lefsa Lynn. Then in Part 2, we read your best (and wildest) submissions — including some that Josh and Audra should definitely not use, but we’re glad you sent anyway.

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The Wake Up Call crew kicks off a big weekend in downtown Fargo as the Fargo Theatre celebrates its 100th birthday with two days of special events — including Saturday’s Roaring ’20s Soirée with vintage costumes, appetizers, a champagne toast, party games, and a silent auction, and Sunday’s Birthday Celebration featuring a classic silent short film, live Mighty Wurlitzer organ music, performances, and the premiere of a brand-new documentary about the Theatre. [fargotheatre.org]

To honor the milestone, Tank hosts a brand‑new game: “Is It Older or Younger Than the Fargo Theatre?” Scotch and Mandy go head‑to‑head in a battle of questionable historical knowledge, surprising guesses, and pure chaos.

If you love Fargo, local history, or watching your favorite morning show hosts embarrass themselves — this one’s for you.

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