Blois Olson talked about Nike's decision to feature Colin Kaepernick in their newest marketing campaign. How will that affect their business? Then he talked with Katherine Kersten from the Center for the American Experiment about school discipline.

Blois Olson talked Purple with Chad Graff from The Athletic. Is the hype around the Vikings justified? Then he talked with Bane O'Leary Sr. VP Craig Bane on Mid-Morning Money!

Blois Olson talked about kids headed back to school and how that affects parents' everyday routines. Then he talked with David Kaplan, author of "The Most Dangerous Branch" about the beginning of the confirmation hearings for Brett Kavanaugh

John wrapped up his final show has a full-time host on WCCO Radio by talking with radio legend Tom Bernard. Then he was joined by his long-time producer Kyle Shiely and current producer Dan Cook.

John began his final broadcast as a full-time host on WCCO live from the Minnesota State Fair. Dave Lee brought on special guest Gov. Mark Dayton to declare it "John Hines Day" in Minnesota. Then John talked with former "regular" Billy Bob McMonigle. Finally Susie Jones, who cohosted with John when he first arrived at WCCO, joined him live at the booth.

John continued to say thanks to people who've been a big part of his career. He was joined by Paul Koffy, Bob Berglund and Fernando, and Donna, Muss and Gino live at the Fair!

John was live from the Great Minnesota Get-Together. He was joined by State Fair General Manager Jerry Hammer. 3 record attendance days already. Could they top 2 million? Then comedian and performer Sean Emery joined him on the stage.

John opened a Thursday show at the Minnesota State Fair with Dave Lee and "Extra Innings". Then he was joined by State Senator Karin Housley to talk about her US Senate campaign