What's On Your Mind

The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3
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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

    Trump on the Tracks (7-2-26)

    It is day three of our historic broadcasting from the heart of the North Dakota Badlands, and the energy in the lobby of the brand-new 1883 Hotel is absolute electric! In this milestone episode, host Scott Hennen is joined by a star-studded lineup of political figures, tech titans, and Broadway producers to fully unpack the global ripple effects of the monumental $450 million Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library dedication. First, Senator John Hoeven drops by fresh off of greeting the President at the tarmac to reveal intimate details of Donald Trump’s whirlwind arrival—detailing a logic-defying trek featuring Air Force One, a fleet of V-22 Ospreys, a highly choreographed BNSF steam engine ride, and an elite modern Rough Rider horse cavalry escort. Hoeven takes us inside the library's cutting-edge interactive exhibits, detailing how Microsoft's engineering team is actively building out a proprietary large language model that allows real-time conversations with a digital avatar of TR. The narrative shifts to historical theater as the creative director behind a spectacular Broadway production of Teddy and Alice at Dickinson State University stops by to break down the complex layers of our 26th president. Discover how a grueling lifestyle of downing a gallon of coffee a day from a bathtub-sized mug helped a sickly New York youth conquer debilitating physical illness and crippling personal tragedy to transform into the greatest conservationist in modern history. Finally, David Fisher from Landmark Gold returns to analyze a breaking financial tectonic shift on Wall Street. With new Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh threatening to permanently abolish the traditional interest rate dot plots and launch a rigorous task force to audit the sovereign reserves inside Fort Knox, Fisher outlines why an imminent treasury debt calamity could send global gold and silver prices skyrocketing into a historic, unstoppable rally. Standout Moments & Timestamps [11:00] The Modern Whistle Stop Revival: Senator John Hoeven breaks down the highly secure, theatrical arrival sequence that brought the President to the Burning Hills Amphitheater via a beautifully restored BNSF locomotive draped in patriotic bunting. [11:02] Trump Outsmarts the AI Avatar: Hoeven takes listeners behind the scenes of a fascinating one-hour interactive tour where Donald Trump grilled an AI avatar of Teddy Roosevelt regarding whether he would ever sign away the sovereign control of the Panama Canal. [11:06] The 400-Safe-Seat Pandering Loophole: New York Congressman Tom Suozzi delivers a refreshingly honest assessment of national political fragmentation, pointing to highly…

    1h 55m

  2. 3d ago

    Planes, Trains, and Badlands Patrolling (7-1-26)

    It is total seat-of-the-pants chaos in the best way possible as the What's On Your Mind team brings you breathtaking live coverage of President Donald Trump’s historic arrival in Medora, North Dakota. Hosts Jay Thomas and Kevin Flynn hold down the fort in the studio while Scott Hennen reports directly from the field with full military-grade Secret Service protection buzzing all around him. Together, they walk listeners through an epic, highly orchestrated logistical arrival featuring the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One, Marine One helicopters, motorcades, and a stunning mile-and-a-half ride on three synchronized BNSF red, white, and blue locomotives. The episode takes a wild turn when legendary MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell hitches a ride to the press pool and shares a hilarious, surreal story about running out of gas in a rental vehicle just outside of Dickinson. Mike stick around to discuss his legal vindication, his early Trump Tower meetings, and the engineering behind the Save America Act. Finally, local North Dakota legislative leaders and the legendary "US Flagpole Guy" stop by to explain the deep financial impact of the new $350 million Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and how its architecture connects to the Great Wall of China. Standout Moments & Timestamps [11:00] Exploding Heads & Midnight Security sweeps: Jay and Kevin breakdown the Qatari aviation gift behind the brand-new Air Force One before Scott calls in to describe waking up at 2:00 AM to allow the Secret Service to conduct a rigorous explosive sweep of his broadcast gear. [11:04] Rolling out the Red Carpet on the Rails: Scott describes the precise "Whistle Stop" train arrival logic, highlighting the 10,000-plus eager patriots packed between the pitchfork fondue lines and the massive caravan of sand and tar trucks used to block potential sniper sightlines. [11:13] Snipers in the Camouflage Cemetery: The team spots three elite camouflage-outfitted Secret Service agents taking over the high-altitude vantage point of the historic cemetery overlooking downtown Medora. [11:15] The Four-Hour Sleep Rule: Scott relays an intimate dining story shared by Donald Trump Jr. regarding how the President functions flawlessly on a rigorous lifestyle of only three to four hours of sleep a night. [11:21] Escorted by the Rough Riders: In a jaw-dropping live scene, the armored presidential vehicle "The Beast" rolls off the train platform into the valley, closely flanked by a real-life cavalry of two dozen modern Rough Rider horsemen. [11:24] The Classless Library No-Shows:…

    1h 51m

  3. 4d ago

    Badlands, Billionaires, and Bulletproof Legacies (6-30-26)

    Live from the lobby of the brand-new 1883 Hotel, host Scott Hennen hosts a historic broadcast from Medora, North Dakota, as the town counts down to the grand opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and a monumental presidential visit. This special episode explores the deep, enduring connection between the Badlands and America’s 26th president, tracking how a rugged landscape healed a grieving young cattle rancher and shaped a global leader. The conversation expands across continents as a special delegation from Uganda joins the program to share the incredible history of the "Roosevelt Africa Trail"—revealing how TR’s massive 1909 scientific expedition still impacts conservation, rhino re-wilding, and international coffee diplomacy today. Closer to home, former Medora Foundation CEO Randy Hatzenbuhler shares an insider's look at the "world-class" architecture of the new library and how the community has transformed from a dusty rail town into a booming cultural hub. Finally, North Dakota's first billionaire, legendary hotel developer Gary Tharaldson, stops by to talk about being honored by Forbes, building the 1883 Hotel in record time, and the striking parallels between the rule-breaking grit of Teddy Roosevelt and Donald Trump. Standout Moments & Timestamps [11:00] The America 250 Whistle Stop Train: Scott opens the show describing a stunning BNSF train that just rolled into Medora. Featuring three engines painted red, white, and blue numbered 1776, 2026, and 250, it mirrors the historic rail cars TR used for his legendary campaign stump speeches. [11:03] Out of the "Dark House": Acclaimed Theodore Roosevelt reprisor Joe Wiegand dives into the emotional history of Medora, detailing how a young Roosevelt buried the crushing, simultaneous grief of losing his wife and mother by throwing himself into grueling 36-hour cattle roundups in the Badlands. [11:09] Rhinos, Totems, and the Roosevelt Africa Trail: Joshua Sandalago and Pastor Robert Kayanja join the broadcast live from Uganda to discuss the massive, 9-month African expedition TR took after his presidency. They explain how TR's collected specimens are helping re-engineer modern ecosystems and announce that a live Ugandan rhino is being named in his honor. [11:12] The Roosevelt New York Coffee Shop: Pastor Kayanja drops a fascinating historical easter egg: after being gifted sacks of robusta coffee by the King of Uganda, a coffee-obsessed Teddy Roosevelt returned to New York and opened a dedicated Roosevelt coffee restaurant. [11:16] Micro-Drones and Plains, Trains, and Automobiles: Scott details the logic-defying security and transport operations sweeping…

    1h 54m

  4. 5d ago

    Tracking the Beast, 1952 Blueprints, and the 60-Year Musical Streak (6-29-26)

    Fargo and the airwaves are buzzing as What's On Your Mind officially kicks off its blockbuster America 250 coverage! Host Scott Hennen is packing up the red, white, and blue patriotic rocket and heading straight for Medora, North Dakota, where the historic festivities are already drawing massive crowds. First, John Hinderaker, president of the Center of the American Experiment, stops by to contrast the modern cultural divisions with the unified spirit of the 1976 Bicentennial and previews his upcoming 20-city "Follow the Fraud" tour mapping out taxpayer-funded Medicaid scams. Then, former North Dakota Governor Ed Schafer calls in to correct the history books, detailing how his father, Harold Schafer, launched the revitalization of Medora back in 1952 out of a deep melancholy for the fading prairie way of life. Later, 60-year Medora musical veteran Cleo Boucher shares the hilarious story of how he dug through a mountain of old metal to buy an authentic Elkhorn Ranch branding iron for just $35. Finally, Captain Bryan Niewind of the North Dakota Highway Patrol joins for some crucial "Trooper Talk" to help travelers navigate heavy Medora traffic, presidential motorcades, and extreme holiday distractions. Timeline 00:00 - Scott Hennen maps out the upcoming multi-day broadcast schedule live from the brand-new 1883 hotel lobby in Medora. 00:54 - Severe Weather Alert: Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki breaks down a fast-moving storm cell throwing down 80 mph damaging winds over New York Mills and Sebeka. 01:23 - John Hinderaker, president of the Center of the American Experiment, joins to compare the unified cultural landscape of 1976 to modern ideological divides. 02:41 - Tracking the Leftist Curriculum: Dissecting the long-term impact of public school shifts and the lack of historical reverence in current state curriculum. 03:37 - Follow the Fraud Tour: Previewing a 20-stop greater Minnesota summer educational series tracking the sheer pervasiveness of local Medicaid fraud. 04:35 - Re-writing the Roots: Former North Dakota Governor Ed Schafer corrects Scott on local history, moving the timeline back to a foggy 1952 overlook. 05:54 - Rebuilding the Ruins: Governor Schafer recalls buying the dilapidated, abandoned Rough Riders Hotel from the state after the legislature refused to fund its structural maintenance. 07:25 - The Birth of the Musical: How a 1965 call to a Hollywood producer transformed a rough NDSU historical play called Old Four Eyes into a multi-million-dollar patriotic stage staple. 08:35 - Breaking Down "The Beast": Local artist…

    1h 54m

  5. Jun 29

    The Minnesota Comeback, Local Legacies, and the "Little Red Book" (6-26-26)

    This action-packed edition of What's On Your Mind broadcasts live from the atrium of Fargo City Hall! The show serves as an official celebration and open house honoring outgoing Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney as he prepares to transition after decades of dedicated community service. First, Minnesota Speaker of the House and gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth joins the program on day one of early voting to outline her blueprint for a "Minnesota Comeback." She exposes deep frustrations regarding taxpayer-funded fraud and discusses how she successfully secured a $5 billion budget reduction while governing a historically tied legislative chamber. Next, current Mayor Tim Mahoney and incoming Mayor Josh Boschee take the microphone to look past historical flood fights of the past to map out Fargo's future—tackling localized budget caps, modern affordable housing, infrastructure assessments, and public safety. Wrap it all up with award-winning Alpha News journalist Liz Collin as she introduces her striking new 90-minute documentary, Minnesota Mao, detailing the deeply troubling history, missing manuals, and communist ideological alignment connected to regional political figures. Timeline 00:00 - Scott introduces a massive lineup from Fargo City Hall, spotlighting the official multi-day countdown to the America 250 presidential festivities in Medora. 00:46 - Day One of Early Voting: Minnesota Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth breaks down her multi-city campaign tour ahead of the state's upcoming primary election. 01:33 - "Make it Too Big to Rig": Speaker Demuth shares voter frustrations regarding continuous taxpayer-funded unemployment fraud and climbing affordability hurdles under current leadership. 02:44 - Defense to Offense: Reflecting on governing a tied 67-67 chamber, halting illegal immigrant healthcare expansion, and protecting funding. 04:15 - Fundraising Milestones: Evaluating cash-on-hand reports and the direct strategic costs of defeating well-funded political opponents in November. 05:15 - Live from the Atrium: A warm farewell recognition and public retrospective honoring long-time Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney. 06:40 - Retrospective with Tim Mahoney: Recalling the frozen flood fights of 2009 and the legendary leadership style of former Mayor Dennis Walaker. 08:21 - The Diversion Destination: Mapping out the regional construction timelines built to ensure Fargo completely eliminates modern sandbagging efforts. 09:30 - Dynamic ROI: Reviewing Renaissance Zone property values and how strategic tax incentives drove local downtown evaluations from $250 million to over $1 billion. 11:05 - Infrastructure & Logistics: Mayor Mahoney details timeline success stories surrounding the local Amazon distribution center and navigating multi-million dollar federal grants. 13:00 -…

    1h 55m

  6. Jun 29

    Drones Over the Badlands, Banana Ball Fever, and Fact vs. Fiction on Data Centers (6-25-26)

    Get ready to feel patriotic as we count down to America's 250th anniversary! Broadcasting live on location from the grand opening of Petroserve USA in Grand Forks, host Scott Hennen is joined by a star-studded lineup to celebrate local innovation and historical milestones. First, Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Executive Director Robbie Loff calls in with massive breaking news about President Donald J. Trump kicking off the nation's semi-quincentennial celebrations live from the Medora Amphitheater. Robbie gives listeners an exclusive breakdown of the upcoming events, including a transformative ribbon-cutting ceremony and an epic 1,776 patriotic drone show orchestrated by Elon Musk's brother, Kimball. Then, FM Red Hawks President and CEO Brad Thome stops by to dissect the massive "banana ball" craze sweeping Newman Outdoor Field, drawing a nostalgic parallel to the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball. Finally, Scott goes head-to-head with modern technology skeptics, sharing crucial insights from the American Edge Project on why winning the AI race against China is a civilizational necessity, while Sanford Health's Dr. Todd Schaffer explains how "intelligence factories" are actively empowering patients with radical health care price transparency. Timeline 00:00 - Live from Grand Forks: Scott kicks off the Petroserve USA grand opening with a preview of the new America 250 leather-patch caps and a $25 gift card giveaway. 02:10 - Mount Rushmore Memories: Recalling President Trump’s historic 2020 fireworks celebration and his iconic arrival on Marine One. 03:15 - Presidential Library Update: Executive Director Robbie Loff joins to break down the timeline for Donald J. Trump's upcoming keynote speech in Medora. 04:20 - Ticketing & Overflow: Clarifying the differences between America 250 and Freedom 250, and how the general public can secure last-minute admission. 05:45 - 1,776 Drones in the Sky: A deep dive into the upcoming, high-tech visual storytelling show designed by Kimball Musk's tech crew to chronicle the life of TR. 06:50 - Philanthropic Legacies: Highlighting Texas patriot Ross Perot Jr.’s staggering $5 billion donation to memorialize American history. 08:15 - Spinning the Prize Wheel: Reviewing Petroserve’s local grand opening specials, including 25-cent soft-serve cones and $2.50 platinum car washes. 09:10 - The Globetrotters of Baseball: FM Red Hawks CEO Brad Thome explains the wild rules, trick-play points, and massive crowd engagement behind the sold-out banana ball tour. 11:00 - Showmanship Traditions: Brad shares a heartwarming look back at his late father Bruce Thome’s legacy as a natural entertainer and champion for family-friendly…

    1h 32m

  7. Jun 29

    Tarpon Trips, Top-Tier Tax Cuts, and the Bicentennial Built-Up (6-24-26)

    It is a packed Wednesday edition of What's On Your Mind! Host Scott Hennen is on the move as a road warrior this week, but he settles into the studio alongside producer Kevin to unpack a whirlwind of local success stories, massive national policy achievements, and a look back at American history. First, North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong stops by to talk about building strong federal relationships, the ongoing rural healthcare transformation, and finding the sweet spot for implementing "boring" AI to make government more efficient without compromising citizen privacy. Then, Katherine Johnson and Dalton Nelson highlight how the Center of the American Experiment and Turning Point USA are partnering to make conservative policy engaging and fun for the younger generation. Later, House Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith delivers a masterclass on the monumental impact of the "One Big Beautiful Bill," breaking down historic tax relief numbers and staggering hospice fraud cases in California. Finally, David Fisher of Landmark Capital drops a historical bombshell regarding Germany’s gold bars and Fort Knox, while local listeners call in to debate whether the upcoming America 250 events can truly match the year-long, red-white-and-blue marketing magic of the 1976 Bicentennial. Timeline 00:00 - Scott introduces a busy lineup, including upcoming stops in Grand Forks and a farewell broadcast for retiring Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney. 01:15 - Governor Kelly Armstrong joins the studio to discuss leveraging his D.C. relationships to move the needle faster for North Dakota. 02:55 - Governor Armstrong details the "rural health transformation" vision, prioritizing emergency medical services and utilizing flexible funding without growing permanent government footprint. 03:57 - A deep dive into data centers, intelligence factories, and combating the wave of bot-driven Chinese misinformation scaring local communities. 05:40 - Katherine Johnson, host of the American Experiment podcast, and Turning Point USA's Dalton Nelson discuss their viral social media strategy and engaging young voters. 07:54 - Former school board candidate Carissa Agweshk discusses the surprising numbers behind the local election and standing firm against "woke" educational policies. 09:30 - Scott shares a nostalgic memory of standing in Battery Park in 1986 watching Ronald Reagan look out at the newly lit Statue of Liberty. 11:05 - House Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith outlines the massive relief numbers from the "One Big Beautiful Bill," including the popularity of "no tax on tips." 13:00 - Chairman Smith exposes wild Medicare fraud stories, revealing…

    1h 55m

  8. Jun 24

    The Party of Algae, Tr-AI, and Taking Profits with the Money Man (6-23-26)

    Live from Vision Ford Lincoln in Wahpeton, North Dakota, this episode of What's on Your Mind covers everything from the nation's capital to the upcoming historic dedication in Medora. Host Scott Hennen and co-host Kevin Flynn unpack the stark contrast between the looming Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library dedication and the ongoing, over-budget disaster of the Obama Presidential Library in Chicago. The guys dive into White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt's fiery takedown of the "pro-algae" faction of the Democratic party in D.C. Then, Dickinson State University historian Michael Colhane joins to discuss the massive, decades-long project of archiving TR's legacy and gives a sneak peek into the mind-blowing "AI Teddy" experience. Finally, the show hits the pavement with Fargo Police Chief Travis Tefanowitz, explores tech career opportunities with NDSCS instructor Michael Bitz, and sits down with "The Money Man" Brian Cronk of Collins & Cronk to find out why cash is king ahead of an impending market correction. Standout Moments & Timestamps The Oscar the Grouch Library: Kevin and Scott review the disastrous construction and lack of endowment at the Obama Presidential Library, comparing its "garbage can" design to the upcoming state-of-the-art TR library. Caroline Leavitt on the "Party of Algae": A listen-in on White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt’s remarks regarding the deranged vandals targeting D.C. monuments and the incredible 40% drop in local murders. Archiving a Man of Action: DSU Historian Michael Colhane shares his favorite newly uncovered TR artifacts and reveals how the center successfully tested the highly interactive "AI Teddy" technology. Walking the Beat with Chief Tefanowitz: Fargo’s new Police Chief Travis Tefanowitz details his strategy for strategic visibility, addresses the reality of perception versus statistics, and calls for higher fines on reckless driving and noise pollution. High-Tech Careers at NDSCS: Automotive instructor Michael Bitz blows up the stereotype of the "greasy mechanic," explaining how modern technicians use laptops and oscilloscopes for vehicle coding, yielding zero-debt career paths. Building Wealth with Collins & Cronk: Institutional portfolio manager Brian Cronk explains how his team takes a holistic, legal, and financial approach to managing wealth for local business owners and entrepreneurs. Bracing for a Healthy Market Correction: The Money Man breaks down the current market frothiness, explaining why his portfolios are heavily positioned in cash to prepare for the next big buying opportunity.

    1h 54m
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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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  • Creator
    The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    213
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Flag Family Media
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