The Wake Up Call with Scotch and Mandy

It’s another round of Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays! on The Wake Up Call, and this episode brings the drama — and the action. Tank delivers the clues for two April 7 birthday stars with massive cross‑generational recognition: one an international action legend known for unforgettable fight scenes and humor, and the other an Oscar‑winning actor whose intense performances defined movies in the late ’90s and early 2000s.

Scotch and Mandy work their way through each clue, narrowing things down clue by clue until the final hint locks in the answer. No spoilers up front — just familiar movies, big names, and a guessing game listeners can play along with in real time. Fire this one up and see if you can beat the crew to the reveals on this April 7 edition of The Wake Up Call.

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When someone local makes it on American Idol, the Midwest does what it does best — claims them immediately.

With Fergus Falls native Chris Tungseth hitting the Top 12, listeners stretch family trees, friendships, and basic geography to prove their “connection.” From selling him a Mountain Dew to driving through his hometown once, the claims get thinner by the text. A perfect example of local pride, mild delusion, and why we all suddenly feel like we almost made it too.

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The Wake Up Call delivers another round of Make Us Laugh Monday with fresh jokes and listener favorites. From leopards that can’t hide, to boats going to the dock, to roofs that are way over your head, this episode is packed with quick, clean comedy.
If you’re easing into Monday, this one’s guaranteed to help.

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It’s another round of Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays! on The Wake Up Call, and this episode is packed with comfort‑show nostalgia and laugh‑out‑loud memories. Tank brings the clues for two birthday stars — one who grew up on family television and became a defining face of ’90s TV, and another who built a career on effortless comedy before becoming one of the most lovable faces in blockbuster films.

Scotch and Mandy work through the clues the same way listeners do, narrowing things down until the final hint makes everything click. No spoilers upfront — just familiar names, great memories, and a couple of birthdays that Froggy fans will recognize instantly. Play along and see if you can beat the crew to the answers on this April 6 edition of The Wake Up Call.

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NDSU has officially welcomed Marshall Stewart as its new president, so we thought we’d help him get acquainted—Fargo style. Scotch runs through a Top 5 list of things every new NDSU president is about to learn, from parking complaints and snow days to football talk and tailgates that outrank faculty meetings.

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Mandy shares her deepest regret: having faith in a drive‑thru that never remembers the sauce. The crew breaks down why missing condiments ruin meals, future plans, and trust itself. From parking‑lot inventory checks to food service heartbreak, this episode proves that hope is not a condiment.

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Froggy Feud returns with some painfully honest questions. Tank and Mandy try to match the most common answers about everyday habits we all share — whether we admit it or not. Scotch hosts a relatable, laugh‑filled episode that hits home for anyone juggling work, life, and a constantly dying phone battery.

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Everyone has an ick — that one harmless thing that suddenly makes your skin crawl. Mandy shares a sauna habit that instantly grossed her out, Tank talks about the panic of losing his license while traveling, and listeners jump in with their own everyday icks. It’s petty, funny, and shockingly relatable.

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That moment when you say yes… and immediately regret it. Mandy shares a story about a bachelorette party commitment that spiraled fast — surprise costs, a packed itinerary, and second thoughts setting in. We ask listeners to confess the wedding decisions they wish they could take back.

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Three rounds. No safe answers. On this episode of The Wake Up Call, the crew tackled a rapid‑fire game of “Would You Rather”, and things escalated quickly. There were strong opinions, instant regrets, and plenty of laughs along the way. Perfect for a quick listen — and even better if you play along.

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