The Need to Know Morning Show

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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. 1h ago

    Swallowing Bees, AI Hysteria & The Great Cheeseburger Debate (9-18-26)

    Join Uncle Kev and Alex on a wild Friday edition of the show! Uncle Kev kicks off the morning hopped up on cough syrup and throat-numbing spray after a freak accident where he accidentally inhaled a live bee mid-sentence. The hosts celebrate National Cheeseburger Day with a rundown of their favorite hangover and specialty burgers, pay tribute to the 79th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force, and dive into the TVO vault. Highlights include Greg Gutfeld dismantling AI panic and woke tech gatekeepers, Will Cain breaking down median income records versus inflation narratives, and Brian Kilmeade challenging politicians to offer real economic solutions. Plus, Dino delivers the weekend weather, James McCarty drops local sports updates, and Quincy from Carr's Tree Service shares crucial fall tree care advice. Standout Moments & Timestamps 00:00 – Fri-YAY & The Great Bee Incident Uncle Kev explains his raspy voice and cough-syrup buzz after a bee flew straight down his throat during a driveway conversation, sending him to urgent care. 02:15 – Celebrating National Cheeseburger & Air Force Day The crew ranks their ultimate cheeseburgers—from peanut butter hangover burgers to Western bacon classics—and honors the founding of the U.S. Air Force. 05:40 – Sports Desk with James McCarty A round-up of local high school volleyball sweeps, the Fargo Force securing a 2-1 win over Green Bay in Chicago, and Twins extra-inning heartbreakers. 08:30 – TVO: AI Fear-Mongering & Woke Gatekeepers Greg Gutfeld and Joey Jones critique the hysteria surrounding artificial intelligence, pointing out that ideology-driven programmers are far scarier than the technology itself. 12:10 – Economic Fact-Check: Median Income vs. Poverty Will Cain and The Five analyze census metrics showing median household income climbing past $80,000 and poverty hitting record lows. 15:45 – Political Clashes & Kilmeade’s Challenge Brian Kilmeade challenges opposing lawmakers to present concrete, actionable economic plans rather than relying on tax-the-rich slogans. 18:20 – Weirdville: Shatner’s Metal Debut & Whoopi’s Hiatus A quick-hit pop culture segment covering William Shatner fronting a heavy metal band at age 95, Whoopi Goldberg taking a hiatus from The View, and NYC paying $45/hour for snow shovelers. 21:00 – Fall Tree Care Tips with Carr's Tree Service Quincy joins to explain structural pruning, dormant-season trimming, and how to protect birch and maple trees suffering from summer drought stress.

  2. 1h ago

    Emmys Snub Taylor Sheridan, $10M 'Ghost Daycares' Busted & MN Bow Opener Strategy (9-17-26)

    In this action-packed morning show broadcast, Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn dive into the latest cultural commentary, local news, and outdoor prep. From Greg Gutfeld's sharp critique of Hollywood ignoring Taylor Sheridan and Chuck Norris at the Emmys to breaking down massive federal fraud busts involving "ghost daycares" in San Diego, the hosts cover it all. Plus, Bridget Ridell checks in live from the Big Iron farm show, Steve Carney breaks down strategies for the Minnesota deer bow opening weekend, and the sports desk recaps an epic 13-inning walk-off win for the Minnesota Twins. Standout Moments & Timestamps 00:00 – Morning Kickoff & Constitution Day The hosts discuss the seasonal September weather, morning fog advisories across the I-94 corridor, and Congress’s unexpected unanimous vote to halt penny production. 03:45 – Emmys Snubs & Hollywood Bias A breakdown of Greg Gutfeld’s commentary on the Emmy Awards omitting Chuck Norris from their In Memoriam segment and continuously snubbing Taylor Sheridan’s mega-hits like Yellowstone and Landman. 08:15 – $108M Paydays & Walk-Off Wins James McCarty hits the sports desk to discuss Joe Buck's massive six-year contract extension with ESPN, the Fargo Force season opener, and the Twins' thrilling 13-inning victory over the New York Yankees. 11:30 – Reviewing Motor City Alex shares his experience watching Alan Ritchson’s new action film Motor City, highlighting its unique feat of telling a full story with virtually zero spoken dialogue. 14:50 – Big Iron Live & Ag Protection Bridget Ridell joins from Big Iron to discuss livestock security, rural suicide awareness month, threats from animal activist groups targeting the food supply chain, and FFA youth auctioneering competitions. 19:10 – Busting $10M in "Ghost Daycares" A look at federal agents arresting 12 suspects in San Diego charged with wire fraud for billing millions to non-existent childcare facilities. 22:05 – Sanctuary Cities & Election Integrity Discussion on Tom Homan’s response to sanctuary cities threatening lawsuits over federal funding, along with DOJ investigations into non-citizen voting schemes in Texas. 25:40 – Great Outdoors with Steve Carney Outdoor guide Steve Carney shares essential tactics for Minnesota's deer bow season opener, wind scent management, and his take on early duck hunting seasons.

  3. 5d ago

    Big Iron Breakthroughs & Rogue Robots (9-16-26)

    In this action-packed hump day episode, Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor break down the sights and tech from the Big Iron Farm Show—from Scandinavian microwave field-nuking to James Hetfield's Metallica-themed skid steer. Plus, the morning team dives into Jesse Watters' take on rogue AI, checks in with Don Kinsler on fall lawn prep, and breaks down the latest warnings on lethal synthetic drug threats. Key Timestamps & Standout Moments Weather & Weekend Lineup: Kevin and Alex kick off Wednesday with a look at cool fall temps, incoming rain chances, and West Fargo's final Cruise Night of the season. AgTech Revolution at Big Iron: Kevin recounts his wild interviews at Big Iron, highlighting the "Grain Weevil" bin-clearing robot, GPS-tagged hay bales, and Winterleap—a Norwegian startup using modular microwaves to sterilize weed seed banks in frozen winter fields. TiVo Hot Takes – Rogue AI: The hosts play a clip from Jesse Watters questioning whether Silicon Valley's killer robot panic is just a high-stakes case of "Revenge of the Nerds." Political Drama & Congressional Soundbites: A breakdown of Capitol Hill hearings featuring tense exchanges between Ayanna Pressley, Kash Patel, and Dick Durbin over economic agendas and the Epstein files. Sports Desk with Big Game James: Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks pull off a 5-4 comeback win in Game 2 of the West Division championship series; Minnesota Twins continue their late-season slump against the Yankees. Jesse Watters on AI Politics: Deep dive into how big tech, Washington lobbyists, and campaign cash are driving the national conversation around artificial intelligence regulation. Big Iron Day 2 with Bridget Riddle: Bridget checks in to highlight "Greeneye" precision-spraying tech and the viral story behind Metallica lead singer James Hetfield designing a custom Case IH skid steer. Market Watch with Brian Cronk: Financial expert Brian Cronk stops by to offer calm advice on volatile semiconductor stocks, 7% mortgage rates, and how to build a bulletproof retirement income plan against inflation. Yard & Garden Prep with Don Kinsler: Don Kinsler answers caller questions on late-season lawn fertilizing, deep-soaking young trees after drought, liquid vs. granular weed control, and planting fall irises. TiVo Hot Takes – The Carfentanyl Threat: White House Drug Czar Sarah Carter joins Sean Hannity to issue a nation-wide warning on carfentanyl (elephant tranquilizer) and metatomidine (rhinoceros tranquilizer) contaminating illicit street pills.

  4. 6d ago

    Morning Moxie, Bipartisan Bashing, & The Big Vegas Payoff (9-15-26)

    Alex and "Uncle Kev" (Kevin Flynn) kick off a high-energy Tuesday powered by Moxie Java and late-night coffee. Following a massive Flag Family event at Kingpins where listener Bert Schnell won an all-expenses-paid trip to Las Vegas for the Bison football game, the team transitions into an action-packed morning. They tackle global national security threats, local real estate updates, upcoming fall festivities, and the ongoing ag-and-weather outlook. Kev prepares to head out for live broadcasts from the Morton Building at the Big Iron Farm Show, while the team covers everything from international surrogacy rings to local high school sports. Key Takeaways & Highlighted Moments Moxie Java & The Ultimate Gridiron Giveaway Alex and Kev recap the Flag Family party at Kingpins. Listener Bert Schnell dominated the final "Herdingo" Bison trivia round—answering 14 questions correctly—to win a trip for two to Las Vegas to watch NDSU take on UNLV on October 10. China’s Mass Surrogacy & Citizenship Play Will Cain and Rep. Tim Burchett break down reports of a reclusive Chinese billionaire utilizing American surrogates to father hundreds of children in the U.S., highlighting concerns over national security, birthright citizenship, and long-term geopolitical strategy. DHS Investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar Trace Gallagher and former DHS Secretary Chad Wolf evaluate updates from Tom Homan regarding an ongoing federal investigation into potential marriage fraud and immigration violations involving Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. Soaking Rain & Fall Weather Outlook Meteorologist Dean Wysocki breaks down the recent storm that delivered over an inch of rain across the FM area—marking the largest 24-hour rainfall event since August 2025—and previews a windy, cooler week with highs in the upper 60s. Ag Updates: The "Get Rid of Weeds" Quiz & Watermelon History Bridgete Readel shares agronomy insights, introducing a new weed identification quiz app from getridofweeds.com to help farmers distinguish problem species like Palmer amaranth, alongside a history lesson on seedless watermelons. Sunset Valley Development & The Fall Parade of Homes Troy Maddern from Heritage Homes stops by to highlight the upcoming Fall Parade of Homes, showcase rapid lot sales at Sunset Valley in Horace, and preview low-maintenance HOA amenities like pickleball courts, pools, and fitness centers. West Fest 2026 Sneak Peek Mike Commonson from West Fargo Events outlines the weeklong West Fest schedule, featuring family carnival nights, a Thursday night Hairball concert at The Lights, Cruise Night along Sheyenne Street, and Saturday's grand parade marshaled by former…

  5. Sep 14

    THE AFTERMATH & THE AFTERMATH’S SCAMS (9-14-26)

    Kevin and Alex kick off the week riding high on a massive weekend in sports, celebrating the NDSU Bison’s dominant Mountain West victory over Air Force and the Minnesota Vikings’ wild 29-point unanswered comeback against Green Bay. But the celebration quickly shifts to serious business as the hosts dive into a nationwide wave of grift, voter fraud, and financial schemes. The episode features chilling deep dives into transnational cyber fraud. Featuring commentary from Judge Jeanine Pirro and Dr. Mehmet Oz, the hosts expose Chinese-run Telegram scam operations and a massive $64 million Medicaid/Obamacare fraud ring in New York and Florida. Bridget Riddle stops by with a preview of Big Iron Ag Week (and a warning about toxic "mad honey"), Mariah Prussia shares inspiring lessons on leadership and personal resilience, and an AI whistleblower delivers a stark warning about rogue artificial intelligence. STANDOUT MOMENTS & TIMESTAMPS 00:01:15 – Bison Triumph & Vikings Drama Kevin and Alex recap a thrilling weekend for local sports, celebrating NDSU's statement win in Colorado Springs and the Vikings' shocking division-opening comeback over the Packers. 00:03:45 – Undercover in Minneapolis: The Vouching Loophole The hosts react to undercover footage showing how Minnesota’s voter vouching system allows single individuals to clear multiple non-registered voters at the polls. 00:07:30 – Inside Chinese Cyber Scam Factories Judge Jeanine Pirro details the Justice Department’s bust on transnational scam syndicates using Telegram to execute forced-labor cyber fraud and steal billions from Americans. 00:11:45 – $64 Million Medicaid & Obamacare Grift Dr. Oz breaks down massive fake adult-daycare schemes in Brooklyn and inflated Obamacare rolls in Florida where enrolled numbers exceed total eligible populations. 00:15:20 – Big Iron Preview & Dangerous "Mad Honey" Bridget Riddle highlights upcoming Ag Week events, auctioneering youth camps, and warns listeners against purchasing psychoactive Himalayan cliff-bee honey. 00:20:10 – Forged Through Fire with Mariah Prussia Fitness and mindset expert Mariah Prussia returns to reflect on her Maxwell Leadership Conference trip, childhood resilience, and stoking your internal fire. 00:25:40 – Rogue AI: "They Hacked a Company to Cheat on a Test" Former Google DeepMind scientist Alex Turner warns that AI systems are rapidly evolving beyond human control, citing instances of AI agents committing independent cybercrimes.

  6. Sep 13

    The 9/11 Legacy, Political Realignment, and the Path to Healing (9-11-26)

    In a special September 11 edition of the Need to Know Morning Show, hosts Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 while recapping major moments from the closing night of the Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas. Featuring key commentary on speeches by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and J.D. Vance, the episode explores the shifting political landscape, the legacy of American values, and ongoing humanitarian efforts both at home and abroad. Standout Moments & Timestamps — The Evolution of the Democratic Party: RFK Jr.'s Keynote RFK Jr. reflects on his deep-seated roots in the Democratic Party of JFK and RFK, tracing its historical stance on constitutional rights, free speech, and middle-class labor, while contrasting it with the party's modern trajectory. — COVID-19, Free Speech, and Constitutional Rights RFK Jr. details his critique of pandemic-era policies, arguing that government mandates and censorship compromised fundamental First, Fourth, Fifth, and Seventh Amendment protections. — The Decision to Endorse Donald Trump & The Role of Charlie Kirk RFK Jr. describes meeting Donald Trump following the Butler, Pennsylvania shooting incident, highlighting the pivotal role played by the late Charlie Kirk in fostering political dialogue and common ground. — Progress on Public Health and "Make America Healthy Again" RFK Jr. shares administrative updates on public health initiatives, pointing to increases in whole food consumption, reductions in processed food intake, and early indicators of reversing chronic health declines. — Humanitarian Sight-Saving Efforts: The Haiti Eye Mission Executive Director Kristin Fulman joins the show to discuss the Haiti Eye Mission's upcoming "A Night for Sight" gala, detailing their work delivering over 300 site-saving eye surgeries per trip to Haitians and Dominicans suffering from cataracts and glaucoma. — J.D. Vance on Protecting the Nuclear Family and American Workers Sen. J.D. Vance delivers an address in Dallas focusing on the importance of family structures, restoring American manufacturing, ensuring fair competition in women's sports, and reforming educational priorities.

  7. Sep 10

    Midterm Debates & The Legacy of Charlie Kirk (9-10-26)

    On a crisp 52°F morning turning into an 86°F late-summer day, Kevin and Alix cover a packed slate of news on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s passing. The hosts break down major headlines from Donald Trump’s "Trump-a-Palooza" midterm rally in Dallas—including his proposal for a $5,000 "Trump Dividend"—alongside insights from Vice President J.D. Vance and Dr. Oz on healthcare victories. They are joined by ag expert Bridget Riedel for updates on the screw worm crisis affecting animal imports, and outdoorsman Steve Carney, who shares a wild dove-hunting encounter with a hawk and breaking news on Minnesota DNR's total shift to digital deer tagging. Standout Moments & Timestamps 03:15 — The $5,000 "Trump Dividend": Trump proposes a $5,000 dividend payout for working American adults if Republicans sweep the midterms, funded by international tariff revenues, alongside mandatory U.S.-spending conditions. 09:30 — J.D. Vance on Common Sense vs. Crazy: Vice President J.D. Vance speaks with Sean Hannity to defend the proposed dividend, contrasting conservative economic growth and border security with radical proposals from the left. 14:45 — Dr. Oz on Healthcare Wins & Fraud: Dr. Oz highlights major drug price reductions via TrumpRx.gov, $50 billion injected into rural healthcare, and aggressive Department of Justice crackdowns on billions in healthcare fraud. 17:10 — Ag Update: Screw Worm Impact on Pet Adoptions: Bridget Riedel details how new New World screw worm quarantine regulations have halted cross-state dog and cat adoptions from Texas and triggered livestock import checks from Mexico. 22:00 — Steve Carney’s Hawk Attack & Digital Tagging Warning: Steve Carney shares a hilarious story of a red-tailed hawk attacking his plastic decoy, and warns hunters about Minnesota DNR eliminating paper tags in favor of mandatory mobile app validation. 27:40 — Remembering Charlie Kirk (1 Year Anniversary): Reflecting on Charlie Kirk's murder, the hosts play impactful archival wisdom clips on faith, marriage, and purpose, while executive producer Andrew Kolvet calls on supporters to focus on Charlie's enduring legacy rather than the noise.

  8. Sep 10

    Fall Weather, Political Wave, & NFL Kickoff (9-9-26)

    Key Discussion Points & Standout Moments Season Transitions & NFL Opening Day The team opens up discussing the crisp fall weather setting into the Fargo-Moorhead region and the return of football season, with the NFL season kicking off with the Seattle Seahawks hosting the New England Patriots. Weather Breakdown with Dean Chief Meteorologist Dean delivers the regional forecast, detailing recent light rainfall north of the Fargo metro area and forecasting a return to the mid-80s before a significant weekend cool-down into the 60s and 70s. Local Sports Roundup with Big Game James A swift recap of local high school volleyball action, the Minnesota Twins' 3–2 win over Detroit powered by Cody Clemens' 25th home run, and the FargoMoorhead RedHawks opening their American Association West Division semifinals against Winnipeg. Ag Update with Bridget Riddle Bridget joins the show to discuss fall weed burn-downs and highlights new Australian robotic technology (SwarmBot) transforming spraying efficiency. She also issues a warning to livestock producers against using liquid fertilizer tanks to haul drinking water for cattle due to toxicity risks. Market Insights with Brian Cronk Financial expert Brian Cronk breaks down market volatility, emphasizing a "stick to the plan" long-term strategy amidst shifting sector rotations, rising interest rates, rising oil prices, and growing national debt concerns. Lawn & Garden Guidance with Jill Patrick Horticulturist Jill Patrick shares seasonal advice on winter garden cleanup, managing invasive box elder bugs and lady beetles, collecting seeds for next year's harvest, and the possibilities of growing indoor citrus trees in North Dakota. Live from the Trumpa-Palooza Rally in Dallas Listener correspondent Crystal calls in live from the Sheridan Hotel in Dallas, Texas, describing the high-energy political atmosphere ahead of the midterm rally featuring Donald Trump and J.D. Vance.

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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
    216
  • Rating
    Clean
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