Get into the holiday spirit with "Uncle Kev" on this Christmas Eve edition of the Need to Know Morning Show. Amidst the classic sounds of A Charlie Brown Christmas and Bing Crosby, Kevin navigates the latest news for those traveling "over the river and through the woods." This episode balances festive cheer—including a real-time NORAD Santa update—with sharp political commentary on Minnesota's massive fraud case, the "authenticity" of 2028 hopefuls, and a deep dive into the world of professional blackjack strategy. Plus, hear the heartwarming story of how a local charity broke records by collecting over 46,000 pairs of socks for kids in need.
Standout Moments & Timestamps
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[00:01:45] The Christmas Commute Kevin checks the "misery map" for holiday travelers, reporting surprisingly smooth skies at JFK and Minneapolis, with perfect driving weather across the Northern Plains.
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[00:11:00] Minnesota’s "Ugly Sweater" Fraud Legal expert Jonathan Turley joins the program to discuss the "industrial-scale fraud" rocking Minnesota, calling for a "clawback provision" to hold state regulators accountable for $9 billion in missing federal funds.
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[00:15:30] Linus Lights, Please A nostalgic look at the true meaning of the season, featuring a tribute to the timeless message of the Peanuts Christmas special.
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[00:20:45] General Order: Santa is Airborne Kevin relays an official update from a NORAD Colonel on Fox & Friends, confirming Santa’s state-of-the-art sled has cleared the international dateline near New Zealand.
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[00:26:30] The Queen of the Golden Drive Sue Barron joins the show to celebrate a record-breaking year for the Golden Drive Homeless Kids, announcing a final count of 46,215 pairs of new socks delivered to local shelters.
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[00:32:00] The "Triple Up" Strategy Kevin shares a personal story about his father’s mathematical obsession with blackjack and reveals a high-stakes "win three in a row and walk" strategy for your next casino trip.
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[00:34:30] Political Theater & "Glow Ups" A critique of 2028 presidential hopefuls like Gavin Newsom and J.B. Pritzker. Kellyanne Conway weighs in on why "authenticity" beats a "political beard" every time.