It’s a special What’s On Your Mind broadcast live from Grand Forks Air Force Base, where Scott and Kevin take listeners inside the world of drones, artificial intelligence, national defense and the rapidly changing North Dakota economy. The show gets an up-close look at T-Rex, the military’s technology-readiness exercise designed to get new defense technology from the private sector into the hands of warfighters faster. The conversation explores everything from drone swarms and counter-drone systems to AI, data centers, energy and why North Dakota may have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to become a major technology hub. The hosts also sit down with Senator Kevin Cramer, Senator John Hoeven, Grand Forks economic-development leaders and entrepreneurs building next-generation drone technology right here in North Dakota. But it isn’t all drones and defense. The show looks back at the 1997 Grand Forks flood, including an incredible story about Rush Limbaugh helping a local restaurant owner after the disaster. There’s also plenty of political debate, including Donald Trump’s latest move involving Lake Ontario, the ongoing U.S.-Canada relationship and what it could mean for farmers, ranchers and manufacturers. And in classic What’s On Your Mind fashion, the serious conversations are mixed with listener texts, jokes, local history, weather, sports and plenty of Scott-and-Kevin banter. ⭐ Standout Moments 00:00 — Live from Grand Forks Air Force Base The show opens with an actual Global Hawk drone behind the hosts as they broadcast from the base and introduce listeners to the T-Rex technology exercise. 03:00 — Why drones have changed national security The hosts explain why the oceans no longer provide the same protection they once did and how drones are changing modern warfare. 06:00 — What exactly is T-Rex? The military exercise is explained as a proving ground where private companies can demonstrate new technology and work directly with military personnel. 10:00 — AI, energy & the data-center connection The conversation turns to why artificial intelligence requires enormous computing power — and why that makes energy and data centers strategically important. 15:00 — North Dakota’s “once-in-a-generation opportunity” The hosts discuss North Dakota’s abundant energy resources and why the state could become a major destination for AI infrastructure. 20:00 — The T-Rex “Shark Tank” analogy A fascinating explanation of how companies are evaluated — and why even a technology that fails can be invited back if the developers learn from the experience. 25:00 — Drone swarms & the…

It’s a packed Wednesday edition of What’s On Your Mind, coming live from Grand Sky in Grand Forks, with conversations ranging from Dolly Parton and faith to North Dakota agriculture, election integrity, data centers and cutting-edge military technology. The show opens with a surprisingly deep Question of the Day: How much money do you need to get into heaven? That sparks a wide-ranging conversation about wealth, faith and what really matters — plus plenty of listener responses. Then it’s politics and agriculture as Doug Goring joins the show to discuss the fight over federal wetland easements, beef prices, the Canadian trade deal and how North Dakota should approach the rapid growth of data centers. Mike Lindell joins for an extended conversation about his push for a statewide hand-count audit of Minnesota’s recent election, the legal battle surrounding that effort and why he says election transparency remains his mission. The show also goes deep on Grand Sky and the future of military technology. Tom Sawyer explains the T-Rex exercise, counter-drone systems, drone swarms, autonomous technology and why Grand Forks is becoming a major hub for defense innovation. There’s even a look at career opportunities in the drone industry — including potential six-figure salaries. And throughout it all, it’s Dolly Day. The hosts remember Dolly Parton, revisit her legendary career and talk about the incredible story behind “I Will Always Love You” and why Dolly refused to sell the song to Elvis Presley. To close things out, the conversation turns local with Fargo politics, as a listener calls in about the upcoming battle over the city's government structure. ⭐ Standout Moments 00:00 — Live from the Hive The show broadcasts from the brand-new Nelson Auto Studios at Grand Sky in Grand Forks, setting the stage for a morning focused heavily on North Dakota's growing role in technology and defense. 03:00 — The Question of the Day: How much money gets you into heaven? A listener's question turns into a surprisingly philosophical conversation about money, faith, wealth and what happens after we leave this world. 08:00 — Dolly Day begins Dolly Parton becomes the soundtrack to the morning as the hosts mix her music into the conversation and reflect on her enormous career and legacy. 09:00 — Doug Goring joins the show The North Dakota Ag Commissioner dives into the controversial federal easement fight and what it means for farmers and landowners. 11:00…

On this edition of What's On Your Mind, host Scott Hennen sits down with key North Dakota leaders to cover a broad spectrum of industry and community issues. North Dakota Petroleum Council President Ron Ness discusses oil market dynamics, technological shifts like four-mile laterals, and his eye-opening experience embedding with the U.S. military. Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner shares raw emotional reflections on a tragic street-racing crash that claimed the life of a local father. Representative Julie Fedorchak details her fight against restrictive U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wetland easements, and Captain Brian Niewind of the North Dakota Highway Patrol provides an operational breakdown of high-speed pursuits and construction zone safety. Standout Moments & Timestamps — Bakken Market Realities & Rig Counts: Ron Ness breaks down the economic factors driving North Dakota oil production, the impact of international conflicts on crude pricing, and how four-mile lateral drilling has transformed well efficiency. — Embedded with the Military (JCOC Experience): Ness reflects on his five-day joint civilian-military immersion across five service branches, praising the technical expertise of young service members and highlighting the critical role of AI and medical readiness in defense. — Fatal Street Racing & Public Safety Crises: Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner addresses the tragic death of 49-year-old Alan Fry, calling out sophisticated street-racing rings, chronic repeat traffic offenders, and the urgent need for tougher legislative penalties. — Landowner Rights vs. Wetland Easements: Representative Julie Fedorchak slams the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for short-circuiting public comment periods on wetland setbacks, pushing for federal legislative fixes to protect farmers. — Highway Patrol Enforcement & Reconstruction: NDHP Captain Brian Niewind details the timeline of the fatal County Road 14 crash involving a fleeing BMW clocked at over 100 mph and answers listener queries on road safety, weight limits, and construction traffic.

This episode dives into pressing agricultural issues and regional politics, specifically the controversy surrounding new U.S. beef imports and their impact on American cattle ranchers. The hosts speak directly with local ranchers and Senator Kevin Kramer to explore the fallout from these trade decisions. Additional segments address regional election security debates, local fitness strategies, and ongoing discussions about privacy and local infrastructure. Standout Moments 00:00:15 — Opening banter on summer cabins, lake life traditions, and local seasonal updates. 00:01:20 — Analysis of the federal authorization of beef imports, balancing consumer affordability against the financial health of domestic cattle ranchers. 00:11:05 — Rancher Doug Hilly joins to discuss livestock economics, beef quality grades, and how market forces impact regional producers. 00:19:15 — Senator Kevin Kramer addresses federal wetland regulations, land easements, and ongoing discussions with federal administration officials. 00:30:10 — Focus on regional pregnancy support centers and community healthcare services. 00:41:00 — Fitness expert Mariah Prussia shares insights on strength training, functional movement, and managing day-to-day stress.

In this episode of What's On Your Mind, guest host Dalton Nelson (Midwest Regional Manager for Turning Point USA) steps in for Scott Hennen alongside Jennifer Benson, Executive Director of the Center of the American Experiment North Dakota. Together with local callers, they dive into the major civic debates stirring Fargo—from the upcoming municipal special election over ward representation to privacy concerns surrounding Flock surveillance cameras. The hosts and callers also reflect on the lessons of the COVID-19 pandemic regarding local government power and individual liberties. Standout Moments 00:00 — Guest host Dalton Nelson and Jennifer Benson break down the definition of a "ward system," exploring how dividing Fargo into voting districts would restructure local representation and add two seats to the City Commission. 09:40 — Local caller Crystal weighs in on Fargo's century-old commission structure, arguing against expanding city government costs and highlighting voter details for the upcoming local ballot measure. 16:20 — The hosts review a map of Flock automated license plate readers expanding across the Fargo-Moorhead area, sparking a discussion on privacy and surveillance overreach. 24:05 — Dalton reflects on his experiences as a college student during the 2020 lockdowns, discussing dorm quarantines, institutional rules, and personal freedom. 31:10 — Callers join the conversation to explore how emergency declarations and regulations impact the balance between public safety and citizen rights. 38:45 — Jennifer and Dalton field audience questions about youth political engagement, conservative principles, and how voters can effectively hold local elected officials accountable.

In this episode of What's On Your Mind, guest host Dalton Nelson (Midwest Regional Manager for Turning Point USA) fills in for Scott Hennen alongside Jennifer Benson, Executive Director of Center of the American Experiment North Dakota. Together with local callers, they tackle the upcoming ballot measure regarding Fargo’s proposed ward system, dive into concerns over flock surveillance cameras, and reflect on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic regarding government control and individual liberties. Standout Moments 03:15 — Guest host Dalton Nelson and Jennifer Benson break down what a "ward system" actually is, explaining how it would split Fargo into local voting districts and add two seats to the City Commission. 09:40 — Caller Crystal shares historical perspective on Fargo's 100-year-old commission structure, arguing against expanding city government and highlighting the upcoming October 6 special election. 16:20 — The hosts review a map of "Flock" automated license plate surveillance cameras spreading across Fargo-Moorhead, raising concerns about privacy and a growing surveillance state. 24:05 — Dalton looks back on his experience as a college student during the 2020 pandemic lockdowns, reflecting on government overreach, strict dorm quarantines, and institutional control. 31:10 — Callers join the conversation to discuss how the Patriot Act, mask mandates, and emergency declarations shifted the balance between individual freedom and government oversight. 38:45 — Jennifer and Dalton field audience questions about conservative values, media narrative shifts, youth political engagement, and the importance of holding elected officials accountable.

In this episode of What's On Your Mind, host Scott Hennen leads off with North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong to discuss the state's declared drought emergency, the upcoming legislative special session targeting synthetic kratom, and the political friction surrounding regional data center development. John Phelan from the Center of the American Experiment stops by to break down Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's controversial executive order banning non-ferrous copper mining near the Boundary Waters watershed. Brock White (Medora) and Robbie Laufer (Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library) share astounding attendance figures following the library's official opening. Finally, Invest USA’s Michael Letts discusses law enforcement morale and Flock camera safeguards, David Fisher delivers a market update on gold, and Minnesota State Rep. Walter Hudson reviews the latest primary results. Standout Moments 0:01:00 – Special Session & Synthetic Kratom: Gov. Kelly Armstrong explains the necessity of calling a special session to enact enforceable criminal penalties against synthetic kratom while navigating complex consumer protection angles. 0:07:30 – Data Centers & Local Control: Gov. Armstrong pushes back against political moratoriums on AI data centers, arguing that local communities should retain the freedom to choose economic development opportunities. 0:12:15 – Walz's Executive Ban on Mining: Economist John Phelan critiques Gov. Tim Walz’s executive order banning copper mining, pointing out the hypocrisy of demanding a green energy transition while blocking the domestic copper required to fuel it. 0:17:30 – Medora’s All-Time Attendance Record: Brock White shares that Medora achieved its highest single-week visitor numbers in history, fueled by the massive draw of the newly opened Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. 0:22:45 – 70,000 Visitors in Six Weeks: Robbie Laufer reveals that the TR Presidential Library hit 90% daily capacity and surpassed 70,000 visitors in its first six weeks—a milestone originally projected for late fall. 0:28:10 – Law Enforcement Morale & Flock Safeguards: Invest USA founder Michael Letts weighs in on police retention struggles and advocates for strict supervisory oversight and case-number logging to prevent the misuse of Flock license plate readers. 0:32:00 – Gold Rally & Currency Devaluation: Landmark Gold’s David Fisher analyzes the surge in precious metals driven by surging national debt, record treasury issuances, and declining confidence in fiat currency. 0:36:15 – Minnesota Primary Post-Mortem: State Rep. Walter Hudson discusses the shift within the Minnesota DFL toward Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidates following the primary elections.

Host Scott Hennen leads a high-stakes discussion on North Dakota's expanding role in artificial intelligence "intelligence factories" and defense compute with Dr. Mark Hagerott, highlighting the strategic urgency to outpace global adversaries like China. The show dives into a heated community debate over Flock license plate cameras, balancing law enforcement's investigative utility against public privacy and police-state concerns. Later, Senator John Hoeven shares critical updates on upstream farmer compensation for the FM Diversion, the Farm Bill, and Bakken energy initiatives, while financial expert Brian Crunk breaks down AI stock market corrections, interest rate pressures, and wealth management strategies. Standout Moments 0:01:30 – AI & National Defense Compute: Dr. Mark Hagerott explains why North Dakota is uniquely positioned for defense compute installations and why AI dominance is critical to countering cyber threats from China and Russia. 0:08:00 – Addressing AI Concerns: Hagerott tackles public pushback on data centers, emphasizing child safety, regulatory guardrails, and long-term economic prosperity. 0:13:30 – The Flock Camera Privacy Debate: Host Scott Hennen reviews statements from Fargo and Moorhead police departments defending Flock license plate readers as essential crime-solving tools. 0:17:00 – Jay Thomas on Flock Safeguards: Jay Thomas joins the desk to discuss documented cases of camera misuse by law enforcement and the new audit safeguards implemented by Flock. 0:22:00 – Public Backlash on Surveillance: Listeners call in to voice concerns over government overreach, constitutional privacy rights, and potential 1984-style surveillance creep. 0:28:00 – Hoeven on FM Diversion & Farm Bill: Senator John Hoeven outlines legislation compensating upstream farmers impacted by water retention, alongside Farm Bill progress on E15 and M-COOL labeling. 0:34:00 – Crack the Code 2.0: Senator Hoeven details the $157 million Bakken enhanced oil recovery initiative utilizing captured $ ext{CO}_2$ to double oil extraction. 0:36:30 – Market Corrections & Rate Hikes: Financial expert Brian Crunk analyzes the recent rotation out of tech and AI stocks, rising 30-year Treasury yields, and the importance of personalized retirement planning.

In this thought-provoking episode of What's On Your Mind, host Scott Hennen tackles alarming recent poll numbers showing strong support for socialism and communism among younger demographics. Joined by engaged listeners, Fargo City Commissioner Chad Peterson, and community leaders, the broadcast examines the root causes of economic anxiety, generational shifts in work ethic and expectations, and actionable ways conservative principles can rebuild trust and stability. Timestamps & Key Moments 00:00 – The Alarming Statistic: Scott Hennen breaks down recent CBS polling numbers on youth attitudes toward socialism and capitalism. 02:00 – Media vs. Economic Reality: Analyzing Stephen Miller's insights on political divides, inflation narratives, and national policy impacts. 03:30 – Generational Perspectives: Callers weigh in on how younger voters view housing, job stability, and 401(k) retirement planning. 08:20 – Capitalism in the Classroom: A retired chemistry professor shares how an experiment with "socialist grading" opened student eyes to incentive structures. 13:45 – The Mark Levin Blueprint: Radio host Mark Levin outlines key strategies for conservatives to defend free-market capitalism and expose socialist promises. 17:35 – Reclaiming the Trades: Discussion on how STEM, manual trades, and hands-on skill-building offer an "AI-proof" path to the American Dream. 19:00 – Fargo City Governance: Newly elected Fargo City Commissioner Chad Peterson provides a report on local budget transparency, utility rates, and cost management. 24:00 – Oval Office Recognition: Highlights from President Trump hosting 16-year-old ocean lifeguard Ryder Williams and his rescue team. 31:15 – Supporting Families & Life: Tim Knudson from Dakota Hope Clinic discusses local community support, adoption advocacy, and their upcoming fall banquet.

It's a high-energy Friday as host Scott Hennen and Kevin Flynn pivot from standard political updates to a loaded, double-header town hall. Fresh off a dominant primary victory, Dr. Scott Jensen stops by to outline his fiery strategy for tackling systemic state fraud as the candidate for Minnesota State Auditor and clears the air on COVID accountability. Later, Fosia Adi, founder of the Immigrant Development Center, offers a compelling look at legal immigration, assimilation, and building the American Dream from refugee roots. Plus, the hosts highlight a brand-new Christian school opening in Stanley, ND, dissect election-integrity undercover footage, and break down the Minnesota Vikings' QB battle in a classic Vikes with Vinnie segment. Key Moments & Timestamps 01:10 – Dr. Scott Jensen on His Primary Win & Busting State Fraud **** Fresh off winning 67% of the vote in the Republican primary, Dr. Scott Jensen details why Minnesotans are fed up with government financial waste and outlines his plan to enforce strict compliance. **** Dr. Jensen dives into Appendix D of the O'Malley Report, arguing that state agencies prioritized "compassion over compliance" at the expense of taxpayers. 07:20 – COVID Vindication & Dr. Anthony Fauci **** Dr. Jensen reflects on his early pandemic stance regarding natural immunity, school closures, and masks, feeling vindicated as new disclosures surface. 10:45 – Immigrant Development Center: Fosia Adi's American Journey **** Fosia Adi shares her powerful story of surviving seven years in a refugee camp to becoming a successful business founder and advocate in North Dakota. **** Adi details how the Immigrant Development Center helps new legal immigrants learn skills, start small businesses, pay taxes, and assimilate into the local community. **** A candid conversation addressing listener concerns, bad actors, and the distinction between legal assimilation and cultural division. 19:00 – Undercover Footage Sparks Election Integrity Debates **** Scott and Kevin discuss undercover footage exposing Minnesota’s voter "vouching" laws, raising questions about election security protocols. 21:30 – Community Spotlight: A New Christian School in Stanley, ND **** Denita Bye joins the show to discuss the grand opening of the Christian Crossroads Academy in Stanley, North Dakota, built on a vision to revive classical Christian education and critical thinking pillars. 25:40 – Vikes with Vinnie: Minnesota Vikings Quarterback Controversy **** Fan-favorite "Hot Tub" Vinnie weighs in on the Minnesota Vikings' preseason QB rotation, backing JJ McCarthy and questioning the team's front-office decisions heading into the…