Gator Alcatraz & Groceries: Sunshine, Storms, and Sharp Takes (06-27-25)

It’s Friday on the Flag!Kevin and Alex kick off the weekend with a lightning-fast rundown of Fargo weather, Fourth of July plans, and the hottest headlines — including the bizarre and bold “Alligator Alcatraz” migrant facility plan in Florida. They also check in on NBA/NHL draft action, dish out big opinions on immigration policy, and give away another shot at $10,000 in groceries. Plus, Bridgette Readel drops by with updates from farm country (and why tomato prices are spiking just in time for BBQ season 🍅).

Whether you’re heading to the lake, prepping the grill, or just bracing for tonight’s

 

It’s Friday on the Flag!
Kevin and Alex kick off the weekend with a lightning-fast rundown of Fargo weather, Fourth of July plans, and the hottest headlines — including the bizarre and bold “Alligator Alcatraz” migrant facility plan in Florida. They also check in on NBA/NHL draft action, dish out big opinions on immigration policy, and give away another shot at $10,000 in groceries. Plus, Bridgette Readel drops by with updates from farm country (and why tomato prices are spiking just in time for BBQ season 🍅).

Whether you're heading to the lake, prepping the grill, or just bracing for tonight’s hail, this show has everything you need to know — and a few laughs along the way.

Weather. Sports. Politics. Alligators. Welcome to North Dakota’s most unpredictable morning show.


⏱️ Standout Timestamps:

  • [00:36] – Morning banter & weekend weather forecast: Hot, stormy, and full of "Dean's Doppler drama."

  • [03:29]Angie Bischoff’s name is drawn for the $10K grocery giveaway — will she call in?

  • [04:44] – “Alligator Alcatraz” breakdown: The proposed Florida migrant detention center surrounded by gators and snakes 🐊

  • [05:51] – Jill Biden “work husband” talk & DC gossip with James Comer and auto-pen conspiracies ✍️

  • [06:40] – Leaks, polls, and national security: Trump, Iran, and the Intel chase 🔍

  • [17:07] – NBA Draft recap: Wolves trade down, grab Aussie giant Rocco Zikarsky 🏀

  • [18:15] – Twins and RedHawks updates: Rain delays, homers, and heading into Detroit

  • [27:02] – Peter Doocy & Ron DeSantis live from “Alligator Alcatraz” — yes, it’s real and has AC

  • [31:06] – Celebrity birthdays: Khloé Kardashian, Tobey Maguire, Julia Duffy 🎂

  • [35:24] – Bridgette Readel’s ag report: BBQ costs are climbing — tomatoes up 16%!

  • [40:36] – Deep dive: Immigration, green cards, work visas, and how to fix the system 🇺🇸

  • [49:10] – Grant Nelson signs with the Brooklyn Nets — North Dakota’s NBA hope 💪

  • [51:56] – Weekend events: Chris Janson, Tiger Lily Gold at Detroit Mountain 🎶

  • [1:03:33] – DeSantis’ big vision: migrant flights, FEMA tents, and political overtones

  • [1:21:14] – Family, generations, and lessons from boathouse-building summers 🛠️

 

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