What's On Your Mind

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What’s On Your Mind is a daily forum to discuss the issues impacting North Dakota, South Dakota, Western Minnesota, and Eastern Montana. Join Scott Hennen and his guests as they take your calls to find out "What's On Your Mind?"

  1. 1d ago

    Deep Dives & Data Center Debates: Gov. Armstrong, Mining Bans, & The TR Library Explosion (8-19-26)

    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.

  2. 2d ago

    AI Defense, Flock Camera Debates, & Farm Bill Battles (8-18-26)

    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.

  3. 3d ago

    Is Freedom Slipping Away? The Socialism Debate & Local Solutions (8-17-26)

    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.

  4. 4d ago

    Busting Fraud, Game-Changers, and Gridiron Faith (8-14-26)

    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…

  5. Aug 13

    Boomer Meets Gen Z: From Screen Time to Space to Camp (8-13-26)

    It's a special Thursday on What's On Your Mind? as radio veteran Scott Hennen (a late Boomer) teams up for an "Ask Me Anything" session with Gen Z entrepreneur Carissa Edgesky. Together, they hash out the generational gap, the importance of mentorship, and the cultural pushback surrounding everything from career timing to high-profile political departures like Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The conversation expands into practical solutions for screen-addicted kids with Focus on the Family, the evolving scope of energy through Minnkota Power's Project Tundra, an update on blood shortages, and a startling look at international affairs in Ukraine. Finally, the duo celebrates a surprising national accolade for a local North Dakota campground. Key Moments & Timestamps 01:15 – Boomer meets Gen Z: The "Ask Me Anything" Experiment **** Carissa Edgesky challenges Scott on the idea that Boomers are simply "fading out," emphasizing the critical need for intergenerational mentorship over political or cultural divides. **** A discussion on Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stepping down to prioritize her young family, and what that signals to young working women today. **** Scott reflects on his career evolution from spinning vinyl records as a 12-year-old DJ to navigating the modern era of automated broadcast technology. 11:05 – Navigating SNAP Benefits & Work Requirements **** Scott and Carissa dissect media reporting on SNAP benefit changes and deliberate the balance between government safety nets, work requirements, and local community support. 17:30 – Back-to-School Screen Limits with Focus on the Family **** Paul Asay from Focus on the Family's Plugged In breaks down actionable rules for parents—such as keeping tech out of the kitchen and bedrooms—to combat screen addiction. 23:15 – Project Tundra & The Future of Energy **** Minnkota Power President & CEO Mac McClellan details the revised structure of Project Tundra, pivoting toward enhanced oil recovery and long-term carbon management to meet growing regional energy demands. 31:00 – Ukraine Freedom Project & International Update **** Steven Moore, founder of the Ukraine Freedom Project, calls in live from Kyiv to expose the harrowing forced trafficking of Ukrainian youth and discusses current defense efforts. 37:20 – North Dakota Claims Top Camping Spot **** Jack Yates from the camping app The Dyrt reveals that North Dakota's Scoria Pit near Medora has been named the #2 campground in the United States.

  6. Aug 13

    Election Fallout, Energy Bans & The Foreign Drone Threat (8-12-26)

    The morning after Minnesota’s explosive primary election, the What's On Your Mind team breaks down the unexpected voter turnout numbers, the ideological divide, and what lies ahead for November. From Senate candidates to state policy battles over energy, regional data centers, and intelligence whistleblowers—this packed episode covers the biggest stories impacting the Upper Midwest and the nation. Episode Highlights & Timestamps Minnesota Primary Post-Game with Jason Lewis Former Congressman Jason Lewis joins the show to discuss Peggy Flanagan's primary victory, Michelle Tafoya’s Senate nomination, and the shocking voter turnout gap between Minnesota Democrats and Republicans. The Push to Ban Natural Gas in Minnesota Darren Nelson, Policy Fellow at the Center of the American Experiment, exposes how Minnesota’s Natural Gas Innovation Act could drive up home heating costs and force consumers onto an overtaxed electric grid. Candidate Spotlight: Michelle Tafoya Republican Senate primary winner Michelle Tafoya discusses her victory, setting up a sharp contrast between her campaign and Peggy Flanagan’s agenda ahead of the fall election. Intelligence Whistleblowers & The Steel Dossier Kimberly Herman, President of the Southeastern Legal Foundation, gives an update on ongoing FOIA lawsuits and whistleblower revelations surrounding federal intelligence agencies. U.S. Military vs. Ukrainian Drones A look into recent war games in Germany where Ukrainian drone tactics outmaneuvered standard U.S. Army armored units, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in modern electronic warfare. Gubernatorial Race: Lisa Demuth Takes the Ticket Minnesota GOP gubernatorial nominee Lisa Demuth breaks down her strategy to defeat Senator Amy Klobuchar in November. Debating a Moratorium on Data Centers North Dakota State Senator Tim Mathern defends his legislative proposal for a one-year moratorium on new data center developments to assess water, energy, and tax impacts. Money, Markets & Metals with David Fisher Landmark Gold’s David Fisher breaks down the recent rallies in gold and silver, central bank reserve shifts, and the economic ripple effects of recent jobs reports.

  7. Aug 11

    The Vaccine Hesitancy Paradox, AI Data Centers & Secret Secret Service Ops (8-11-26)

    On this Tuesday edition of What's On Your Mind, host Scott Hennen tackles the latest national headlines, starting with President Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s executive order recommending a revamped "gold standard" childhood vaccine schedule[cite: 5]. Dr. Mike Jorgensen from Red River Wellness drops by to explain why parents should embrace informed questioning—or "vaccine hesitancy"—instead of blindly following expanded mandates[cite: 5]. Later, NDSU researcher Dr. Robert Mayo provides an objective, data-driven look at artificial intelligence data centers, breaking down their economic potential, water and power usage, and noise levels[cite: 5]. Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak also joins the show to discuss local housing reform, clean coal technology, and national security implications surrounding AI[cite: 5]. Finally, Scott weighs in on CNN’s pearl-clutching over secret security protocols used to protect President Trump during international travel[cite: 5]. Standout Moments & Timestamps 00:01:10 – RFK Jr., Trump & the New Vaccine Guidelines: Dr. Mike Jorgensen reacts to the White House executive order giving parents more choices, scaling back universal recommendations for certain shots, and spacing out childhood jabs[cite: 5]. 00:06:45 – How Big Pharma Captured Healthcare: Dr. Mike and Scott discuss the 1986 liability shield for vaccine manufacturers and how commercial motives drive the expanding 72-dose schedule[cite: 5]. 00:13:20 – CDC Transparency & Fauci’s Text Messages: Exposing newly released text exchanges revealing early concerns over MRNA vaccine side effects during pregnancy that were kept from the public[cite: 5]. 00:21:00 – AI Data Centers 101: Dr. Robert Mayo of NDSU's Challey Institute cuts through the noise to explain the real difference between grid-connected crypto centers and massive off-grid AI hyperscale facilities[cite: 5]. 00:27:30 – Fact-Checking AI Myths: Dr. Mayo breaks down evidence regarding local electricity rates, modern closed-loop water cooling, and decibel levels at various distances[cite: 5]. 00:33:15 – North Dakota's $250 Billion AI Opportunity: Revealing that major tech giants are exploring massive multi-billion-dollar infrastructure investments in North Dakota due to its stranded natural gas capacity[cite: 5]. 00:37:45 – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak Joins: Discussion on rejecting a statewide AI moratorium, updating HUD rules for manufactured housing, and protecting American leadership in the AI arms race[cite: 5]. 00:44:00 – CNN Frantic Over Secret Service Decoy Ops: Scott and co-host Kevin Flynn dissect media outrage over the Secret Service using decoy planes and catering trucks to protect President Trump from credible Iranian threats[cite: 5].

  8. Aug 11

    The Iran Dilemma, WNBA Gender Debates & Minnesota's Primary Crossroads (8-10-26)

    In this action-packed Monday edition of What's On Your Mind, host Scott Hennen is joined by co-host Kevin Flynn to cover foreign policy, culture-war controversies, and critical regional elections. Retired Adjutant General Mike Haugen breaks down why negotiating with the Iranian regime is a dead end and outlines what a decisive military strategy should look like[cite: 4]. Later, U.S. Senate candidate Michelle Tafoya and Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth join to analyze Minnesota's high-stakes primary, addressing widespread state fraud and economic concerns[cite: 4]. The show also tackles Enes Kanter Freedom’s viral move to declare for the WNBA draft to highlight gender eligibility policies, the Appleton prison development, and North Dakota's debate over constitutional spending for free school meals[cite: 4]. Standout Moments & Timestamps 00:01:15 – General Mike Haugen on Iran: Why negotiating with Iran's hardline regime is ineffective, the depletion of U.S. munitions, and what decisive military action would require[cite: 4]. 00:08:45 – Michelle Tafoya on Minnesota's Senate Primary: Former NBC sports broadcaster and U.S. Senate candidate Michelle Tafoya discusses state government accountability, agricultural needs, and protecting women's sports[cite: 4]. 00:15:20 – The WNBA & Enes Kanter Freedom: Scott and Michelle react to former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom declaring for the WNBA draft to force a definition of biological women in sports[cite: 4]. 00:18:30 – Harvest Season Weather Forecast: Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki gives a long-range fall forecast, addressing D2 drought conditions and upcoming rain cycles through harvest[cite: 4]. 00:23:00 – Appleton Prison Buyout: Minnesota State Senator Torrey Westrom explains the federal government's $495 million acquisition of the Appleton private prison to house ICE detainees and bring 450 jobs to the area[cite: 4]. 00:28:10 – Lisa Demuth Previews Primary Day: Speaker of the Minnesota House Lisa Demuth discusses rooting out billions in state agency fraud and her final push for the GOP gubernatorial nomination[cite: 4]. 00:32:00 – The School Lunch Constitutional Debate: Representative Greg Stemen details the out-of-state funding behind North Dakota's initiated measure for universal free school meals and the risk of enshrining spending in the state constitution[cite: 4].

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What’s On Your Mind is a daily forum to discuss the issues impacting North Dakota, South Dakota, Western Minnesota, and Eastern Montana. Join Scott Hennen and his guests as they take your calls to find out "What's On Your Mind?"

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    The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
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