The Need to Know Morning Show

The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3
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Join Alex Taylor, Kevin Flynn and guests as they break down the news you need to know for the day ahead.

  1. 5h ago

    Gen Z Socialism, California Ballot Battles & Brown University Vibes (10-23-26)

    Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn soak up the final 76° autumn warmth before an impending frost while breaking down the week’s biggest national and local headlines. From Larry Kudlow’s analysis of incoming military strikes on Iran and Harris Faulkner’s deep-dive panel on why Gen Z leans into socialism, to the DOJ’s legal battle over 20,000 ineligible California ballots, the guys cover it all. Plus, Sue Barron drops in to highlight the West Fargo sock drive and holiday gift campaign, Dean Wysocki warns of an early-season polar vortex split, and Johnny heads to Brown University to ask students about campus diversity, Columbus, and drag queens.

  2. 1d ago

    "Not to My Knowledge," Border Heat Rays & The Legend of John Anderson (10-22-26)

    Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor fire up a packed Thursday edition of The Need to Know Morning Show on The Flag. Between tracking the region's final stretch of 70-degree autumn weather and unpacking national headlines, the duo dives into the biggest soundbites making waves across the country. From Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s viral response to marriage fraud inquiries to Dr. Mehmet Oz’s national whistleblower push against Medicare scams, no topic is off-limits. The show blends high-stakes reporting with down-home field dispatches, featuring an agricultural roundup on livestock rabies and modern-day cattle rustling, outdoor updates from a shockingly duck-free scout in Jamestown, a spirited defense of classic rock versus the 1980s hair bands, and a heartfelt tribute to late country legend John Anderson.

  3. 2d ago

    Fast Cars, Phantom Polls, and "Three Coors Lights"

    On this Wednesday edition of the Need to Know Morning Show, hosts Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn dive into the two-week countdown to Election Day, unpacking why conservative voters routinely ignore pollsters and examining pivotal Senate battlegrounds. Blending hard-hitting news analysis with morning banter, the broadcast tackles an alarming rise in Midwest street racing, smart post-harvest farm upgrades, retirement pitfalls, and Hollywood gossip—capped off by the panel's review of Indiana candidate Jamie West's viral interview.

  4. 3d ago

    Mobster Accomplices, "No Kings" Meltdowns & The Great Farmer Debate

    On this Tuesday edition of the Need to Know Morning Show, Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn dive straight into political madness, legal bombshells, and major local developments. Johnny hits the streets of New York City to cover the bizarre spectacles at the "No Kings" protests, where costumed demonstrators find themselves utterly tongue-tied when asked to cite a single constitutional violation. Renowned defense attorney Alan Dershowitz joins the conversation to dissect newly unsealed court documents hinting that deceased mobster Joey Ippolito may have served as an accomplice in the infamous O.J. Simpson double-murder case. The show also tracks high-stakes political momentum just two weeks before the midterms, analyzing Ted Nugent’s fiery appearance at Donald Trump’s packed Kansas arena alongside campaign updates from JD Vance and Marco Rubio. On the regional front, ag expert Bridgette Readel breaks down the USDA’s new $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief Program and the quiet agricultural revival of buckwheat. Plus, Rob Gellner of Northdale Oil stops by to preview a massive new full-service travel plaza opening in North Fargo, before local caller Arlene steps up to deliver an authentic reality check on the "rich farmer" myth.

  5. 4d ago

    Gingrich’s Golden Age, Midterm Ag Stakes & Morning Mayhem

    Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn kick off a sunny Monday on the Need to Know Morning Show (AM 1100 / FM 92.3 The Flag) with an unseasonably warm forecast and an action-packed morning rundown. Between banter on Dress Like a Dork Day, local sports triumphs, and the pop-culture wire, the hosts dive into deep discussions on the future of the nation. The show features extensive highlights from Newt Gingrich’s latest book, America's Golden Age, unpacking everything from lunar settlements and preventative healthcare to a complete overhaul of America's antiquated K–12 education model. Ag director Bridgette Readel joins the studio to break down the shifting congressional dynamics threatening the next Farm Bill and the stark disconnect between record crop yields and producer profitability. Later, fitness and wellness coach Mariah Prussia stops by to announce her new community self-defense classes with the Fargo Park District, alongside practical tips on cold-water acclimation, triathlon conditioning, and ditching treadmill distractions. The morning wraps with analysis of House Speaker Mike Johnson’s economic critique on Larry Kudlow’s show before handing the reins over to Scott Hennen.

  6. Oct 16

    Unvetted Credentials, Cornfield Space Junk, and the Brew Crew's Big Pennant (10-16-26)

    Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn close out the workweek on AM 1100 / FM 92.3 The Flag with an eclectic, high-energy Friday morning broadcast. Between unseasonably warm weather updates and listener banter, the hosts dig into the national firestorm surrounding new White House Press Secretary Katie Zachariah’s resume and legal background, the puzzling discovery of fallen space debris in a Stevens County cornfield, and the legal avenues surrounding citizenship scrutiny for Representative Ilhan Omar. The show balances hard-hitting analysis with weekend sports updates, practical seasonal advice from arborist Quincy at Cars Tree Service, and plenty of laughs over Dictionary Day trivia, push-up stats, and classic toupee tape tales.

  7. Oct 15

    Menards Meltdowns, Geely Spies & Mother Nature's Leaf Rake

    Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn take the mic on AM 1100 / FM 92.3 The Flag to unpack an eventful mid-October morning across the Red River Valley and Lakes Country. Between tracking a fierce Canadian cold front packing 50 mph wind gusts and analyzing national political fallout, the show blends hard-hitting headlines with neighborly banter, listener jokes, and outdoor field reports. From an unsettling confrontation in the aisles of Menards and legal breakdowns of the expanding Ilhan Omar federal probe to late-season walleye tips and campaign trail gaffes, Alex and Kevin deliver a fast-paced mix of local perspective, commentary, and morning essentials.

  8. Oct 14

    Wild Politics, Global Scams, and Standing Strong for a Local Detective

    Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor steer a packed Wednesday morning broadcast loaded with candid political commentary, local community rallying cries, and practical survival tips for the digital age. The show moves from the absurdities of local and national politics—including a viral Indiana county council race and ongoing federal scrutiny surrounding Congresswoman Ilhan Omar—to critical international cybersecurity takedowns and a market health check. At the local level, the broadcast balances impending autumn chill and harvest weather with genuine Fargo–Moorhead heart, rallying around West Fargo Detective Miles Orth as his law enforcement family organizes a major benefit for his battle against stage four metastatic prostate cancer. Along the way, listeners get Ag updates on automated tractors and farm cyber vulnerabilities, deep market insights on inflation and retirement distributions, and classic sports banter spanning the MLB playoffs to local high school rivalries.

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Join Alex Taylor, Kevin Flynn and guests as they break down the news you need to know for the day ahead.

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  • Creator
    The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    214
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Flag Family Media
  • Show Website
    The Need to Know Morning Show

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