Scott Hennen, battling a cold and a "challenged voice", hosts a packed Monday show. The conversation begins with a quick recap of the Vikings' victory and a rant on the poorly managed public bus system (MAT) website. Dean Wysocki provides a mild weather forecast before the show dives into the persistent government shutdown, with Scott and a contributor analyzing the Democrats' "Kamikaze" political tactics and their fears of "Mom Donnie" and the radical left. Congressman Julie Fedorchak joins to fact-check the Democrat's claims about Obamacare premiums and SNAP benefits.
The episode features two major interviews: Pat Query discusses the opening of the All American Trail in Fargo, a new entry-level recreational single-track path. Later, Kyle "Bubba" Schweigert, former UND Head Coach, offers inspirational thoughts on leadership, focusing on the virtues of excellence, courage, and humility. The segment on "Park It for a Purpose" highlights the Fix-It-Forward Ministry, which provides transportation for those in need, and Scott's challenge to raise funds by not driving his vehicle.
Standout Moments:
| Time | Topic |
| 2:20 | Rant about the complicated MAT bus system website in Fargo/Moorhead |
| 5:48 | Pat Query discusses the opening of the All American Trail in Fargo |
| 11:39 | Michael Wood announces his run for Clay County GOP against Senator Rob Kupec, criticizing his constant "picking away at the Second Amendment" |
| 19:15 | Dean Wysocki's mild weather forecast: 50s all week until the weekend clipper system arrives |
| 22:30 | Discussion on the Democrat-led government shutdown, the role of "Mom Donnie," and the political firing squad |
| 27:32 | Tom Emmer's press conference on the shutdown, highlighting pain inflicted on Americans |
| 35:28 | Jeremy from Fix-It-Forward Ministry on the "Park It for a Purpose" fundraiser and providing transportation for single moms |
| 41:20 | Discussion of a contingency plan to impound unspent agency funds (Larry Kudlow's idea) to resolve the shutdown |
| 45:10 | Kyle "Bubba" Schweigert on leadership virtues: excellence, courage, and humility |
| 50:18 | Bubba Schweigert on transformational vs. transactional leadership in coaching |
| 54:02 | Congressman Julie Fedorchak fact-checks Democrat claims on skyrocketing Obamacare premiums and SNAP benefits |