Gravel Roads Radio

FEI Podcast Network
  • 5.0 (12)
  • Comedy
  • Weekly

Gravel Roads Radio is where small-town charm meets unfiltered conversation. Join a group of lifelong friends as they swap stories from the past, share laughs, and wander down conversational side roads about anything and everything that crosses their minds. From childhood memories on dusty backroads to random debates you never knew you needed, it’s all fair game here. Pull up a chair, grab a coffee, and ride along.

  1. 1d ago

    Ep. 72 - Nonsense @ Nine - Local Legends Brad & David Salmen

    In this episode of Nonsense @ Nine, we welcome special guests Brad and David Salmen for an entertaining conversation that brings together local history, sports, storytelling, and the unpredictable humor that defines Gravel Roads Radio. We take an in-depth look at the rich tradition of Dassel-Cokato wrestling, exploring the program's history, memorable moments, and lasting impact on the community. Brad also reflects on his career in the newspaper industry, offering a firsthand perspective on local journalism, community coverage, and the stories that have shaped his years in the profession. Beyond the featured conversations, the crew covers plenty of familiar Nonsense @ Nine territory. Dan the Man brings another round of Harry Potter discussion, Halloween provides its share of conversation, and Will the Thrill manages to miss our call entirely. David introduces a game that adds another entertaining element to the evening, while both guests deliver their own memorable meltdowns before the episode is over. Episode Highlights: Brad and David Salmen join the show for a special guest appearance. An in-depth discussion of Dassel-Cokato wrestling history and tradition. Brad shares experiences and insights from his career in local journalism. Halloween stories and seasonal conversation. Dan the Man explores the world of Harry Potter. Will the Thrill misses the call. David puts the crew to the test with a game. Brad and David each contribute a memorable meltdown. Blending meaningful conversations about the people and history of our community with the spontaneous humor listeners have come to expect, this episode captures what Nonsense @ Nine is all about. Nonsense @ Nine is a Gravel Roads Radio production, celebrating small-town connections, authentic conversations, and the stories worth sharing. Listen, subscribe, and follow Gravel Roads Radio for more episodes.

  2. Oct 26

    Ep. 71 - Nonsense @ Nine - Standard Nonsense

    This Episode's Sponsors: Backyard Rink Supply – Winter is coming! Get your backyard rink ready with a quality rink liner from Backyard Rink Supply. Visit BackyardRinkSupply.com and use promo code GRR10 for 10% off your order. Plus, the Gravel Roads Radio crew will personally deliver your liner! Matthews Plumbing – Your trusted local plumbing option! Whether it's a repair, upgrade, or new project, Matthews Plumbing has you covered. Episode 71 – Standard Nonsense Two episodes in a row? That's right. The Nonsense @ Nine crew pulled off back-to-back shows, and somehow things only got more ridiculous. Dan the Man explored the creepy world of basements, diving into why they make us uncomfortable and the science behind that uneasy feeling. Will the Thrill took things outdoors with a discussion about creepy woods before shifting gears to preview the upcoming Minnesota high school football playoffs. In a shocking development, Max managed to make it through an entire episode without a meltdown. Aaron delivered what might be the greatest sponsor ad read in show history, and the crew somehow found themselves singing songs from both Taylor Swift and Waylon Jennings. A musical combination absolutely nobody saw coming. From spooky basements and haunted-looking woods to high school football, questionable singing, and the usual small-town banter, Episode 71 delivers exactly what you'd expect from Nonsense @ Nine: a whole lot of nothing that somehow turns into a pretty entertaining conversation. About Gravel Roads Radio Nonsense @ Nine is part of Gravel Roads Radio, bringing you unscripted conversations, small-town humor, sports, everyday life, and plenty of nonsense from rural Minnesota.

  3. Oct 20

    Ep. 70 - Nonsense @ Nine - Vehicle Advice

    Episode 70 of Nonsense @ Nine might just be a Top 100 episode of all time! This week, the guys tackle the great vehicle-buying debate. Is it smarter to buy new or used? They also discuss an important question in sports etiquette: Is it acceptable to stand at a sporting event when everyone around you is sitting? Dan the Man returns with another fascinating trip through the solar system, Will the Thrill calls in and gets everyone fired up, and Max has an absolute meltdown. It's everything you've come to expect from Nonsense @ Nine: questionable opinions, heated debates, plenty of laughs, and conversations that go completely off the rails. Thanks to our sponsors! Backyard Rink Supply – Getting ready for backyard rink season? Use promo code GRR10 for a discount on your next rink liner purchase. Plus, the Nonsense @ Nine guys will deliver it! Matthews Plumbing – An awesome local plumbing option! Support the local businesses that support Gravel Roads Radio. Enjoy the episode, follow Gravel Roads Radio on Spotify, and share it with a friend! Gravel Roads Radio – Real conversations. Real laughs. Plenty of nonsense.

  4. Sep 23

    Ep. 68 - Nonsense @ Nine - Ron's a spaz

    EPISODE 68 — PRESENTED BY: Matthew's Plumbing This episode of Nonsense @ Nine includes discussion concerning a variety of topics raised by the participating members of the Gravel Roads Radio crew. Dan “Dan the Man” initiated the program with a series of questions relating to the Earth, its characteristics, and associated matters. Will “Will the Thrill” subsequently joined the program and contributed commentary relating to football, including remarks intended to increase enthusiasm among the participating individuals. During the course of the episode, Max Anderson and Steve Koivisto engaged in a substantive disagreement regarding youth sports, including differing perspectives on participation, competition, and related considerations. A significant portion of the program was also devoted to discussion of the SISU Backyard Ultra. Individuals interested in participating in a future SISU Backyard Ultra may obtain additional information and register at sisuprojectmn.com. Matthews Plumbing served as the official sponsor of Episode 68. Ryan Koivisto also provided information concerning a current promotional offering involving rink liners. The foregoing topics, together with additional commentary, discussion, and incidental matters, constitute the principal subject matter of Episode 68 of Nonsense @ Nine. All opinions expressed during the program are those of the respective speakers and should not be construed as legal, financial, medical, athletic, geological, planetary, or otherwise professional advice.

  5. Sep 14

    Ep. 67 - Nonsense @ Nine - We're Still Here

    Somehow, after a month off, we still have a show. Dan the Man joins the crew and takes us back to school with this week’s lesson on Venus — because apparently planetary education is now a regular part of Nonsense @ Nine. We also recap the inaugural Sisu Backyard Ultra, from the runners and stories to the long hours, livestream, and everything that made the first year one to remember. Then Max completely melts down over stoplights, traffic, and other everyday things that apparently push him over the edge. Official Sponsor — Matthew’s Plumbing Episode 67 is proudly sponsored by Matthew’s Plumbing of Cokato, Minnesota. Serving residential and commercial customers since 2002, Matthew’s Plumbing provides professional plumbing, water heater, and water conditioning services. Matthew’s Plumbing Cokato, MN 320-469-1795 Thanks to Matthew’s Plumbing for supporting Nonsense @ Nine and Gravel Roads Radio! Listen, watch, laugh, and enjoy Episode 67.

  6. Aug 16

    Ep. 65 - Nonsense @ Nine - The Return of Max

    In Episode 65, the crew works through some early technical difficulties before settling in for another wide-ranging edition of Nonsense @ Nine. Dan the Man leads an educational discussion on the solar system, while Max recaps his recent trip to Florida and visit to Cocoa Beach. Ron takes control of the production buttons, the group briefly discusses Chargers football, and Ryan joins the conversation remotely before arriving in person for the final portion of the show. Despite a somewhat unconventional start, the crew pulls everything together for another entertaining episode filled with conversation, humor, and the unpredictability that has become a hallmark of the show. For listeners looking for more focused GRR content, be sure to check out the latest episode of GRR Outdoors as well.

  7. Aug 14

    Gravel Roads Radio Outdoors - Andy and Nevyn Hengel

    On this episode of GRR Outdoors, Andy and Nevyn Hengel join the show for a deep dive into the world of trap shooting. Andy brings the perspective of a trap shooting coach, while Nevyn joins fresh off winning the 2026 USA High School Clay Target League Individual National Championship in Mason, Michigan. They talk about Nevyn’s championship run, what it takes to compete at a high level, the current state of trap shooting, how the sport is growing, and plenty more from inside the trap shooting world. A great conversation for longtime shooters and anyone curious about the sport.

  8. Aug 10

    Ep. 63 - Nonsense @ Nine - Updates from the river w/ Will Tulkki and Cornbread

    Episode 63 – Audio Only Nonsense The camera decided not to cooperate, so Episode 63 turned into an old-school audio-only edition of Nonsense @ Nine. Dan the Man joined the show to talk camping, childhood memories, and simpler times. Will Tulkki and Cornbread checked in live from the river as they continue their mission to paddle the whole thing. Ran broke down his awesome performance at the Big Eddy 50K, Ryan gave us an update on his electric bike adventures, and Steve explained why Banana Ball games are every bit as awesome as advertised. As usual, there was plenty of completely unprepared nonsense mixed in along the way. No camera. No problem. Just Episode 63 of Nonsense @ Nine.

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Gravel Roads Radio is where small-town charm meets unfiltered conversation. Join a group of lifelong friends as they swap stories from the past, share laughs, and wander down conversational side roads about anything and everything that crosses their minds. From childhood memories on dusty backroads to random debates you never knew you needed, it’s all fair game here. Pull up a chair, grab a coffee, and ride along.

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  • Creator
    FEI Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Gravel Roads Radio

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