Freak-Offs, Frog Legs & Fix Forward: Your Need-To-Know Daily Dose (05-13-25)

Kevin and Alex are fired up, funny, and full of takes on everything from Minnesota Timberwolves’ nail-biter to frog leg deep-frying techniques. They dive into Trump’s prescription drug price cuts, the weather forecast from Dino (“rinse and repeat”), and heartwarming local stories — including the impactful mission behind Fix Forward Ministries and the upcoming Fix Forward Fest. Bridgette Readel also joins to break down heat canker (yep, that’s a thing), and Libby Martin calls in to promote the Rail District BBQ. Add in Stevie Wonder birthday trivia, frog-jumping talk, and a crouton confession — and you’ve got the Need-To-Know

 

Kevin and Alex are fired up, funny, and full of takes on everything from Minnesota Timberwolves' nail-biter to frog leg deep-frying techniques. They dive into Trump's prescription drug price cuts, the weather forecast from Dino ("rinse and repeat"), and heartwarming local stories — including the impactful mission behind Fix Forward Ministries and the upcoming Fix Forward Fest. Bridgette Readel also joins to break down heat canker (yep, that’s a thing), and Libby Martin calls in to promote the Rail District BBQ. Add in Stevie Wonder birthday trivia, frog-jumping talk, and a crouton confession — and you’ve got the Need-To-Know Morning Show firing on all cylinders.


⏱️ Standout Moments & Timestamps:

  • [0:00] – Kevin’s Timberwolves recap & late-night regret

  • [2:18] – Fix Forward Auto shoutout: doing good with four wheels 🚗💥

  • [5:06] – Jesse Watters dives into Trump’s executive order to slash prescription drug costs

  • [7:02] – "Popcorn fart dry" weather & fire warnings 🔥🌬️

  • [8:20] – National Crouton Day drama: homemade vs. store-bought 🥖💥

  • [10:00] – Frog gigging explained in vivid (and hilarious) detail 🐸⚔️

  • [14:00] – Trump’s trade moves, Big Pharma, and a fat shot anecdote from London

  • [16:02] – Forecast breakdown with Dino – Hot, Windy, Repeat

  • [25:00] – Diddy trial kicks off: “freak-offs,” abuse, and opening statements 🧯🧑‍⚖️

  • [45:00] – Bridgette Readel on heat canker & tank-mixing gone wrong 🌾🌡️

  • [1:00:00] – Fix Forward Fest preview: mission, car giveaway stories & community vibes

  • [1:17:00] – Libby Martin promotes the Rail District BBQ: food, music, local flair

  • [1:28:00] – Final word on Diddy trial with legal analyst Gregg Jarrett 🎙️

 

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