With Scott Hennen on a mysterious mission to D.C., Kevin Flynn teams up with Hayden Smith and Olivia Notch from Turning Point USA for a high-energy Monday edition of What’s On Your Mind. The crew celebrates a historic "Miracle on Ice" 2.0 as Team USA clinches Olympic gold, but the conversation quickly shifts to the kitchen table issues hitting North Dakotans. From the "hidden tax" of skyrocketing gas prices and the local impact of the Trump tariffs to a candid look at Marxist influence in North Dakota universities, this episode bridges the gap between international headlines and local reality. Plus, we hear from listeners on why the "good old days" of non-political classrooms might be gone forever.
Standout Moments & Timestamps
[00:03] – Where in the World is Scott Hennen? Kevin reveals that Scott is currently navigating the South and heading toward D.C., leaving the keys to the studio to the TPUSA team. The crew discusses the "A-Team" at Petro Serve USA and why gas prices are the topic on everyone's lips.
[00:15] – The 46-Year Wait is Over A deep dive into the U.S. Men’s Hockey gold medal victory. Kevin and Hayden discuss the electric atmosphere of the overtime win against Canada and why this victory feels like a spiritual successor to the 1980 "Miracle on Ice."
[00:27] – The "Snowy-cane" Hits the East Coast While North Dakota enjoys a reprieve, the East Coast is buried under two feet of snow. The team reacts to the bizarre news that Boston shovelers now need two forms of ID to work, sparking a debate on government overreach and common sense.
[00:45] – Tariffs, Gas, and Your Wallet The conversation turns to the Supreme Court's ruling on the Trump tariffs. Kevin and Olivia break down why gas prices have spiked 40 to 60 cents in a single week and what "energy independence" actually looks like for the average commuter.
[01:12] – The $39 Trillion Elephant in the Room Hayden tackles the national debt crisis, discussing the sustainability of American spending and the cultural shift toward "instant gratification" that has led to record-high credit card debt among Gen Z.
[01:35] – The Death of the Neutral Professor A powerful call from a listener in Lake Park triggers a discussion about the "Marxist creep" in local education. Hayden and Olivia share their firsthand experiences with left-wing bias at NDSU and why the days of professors keeping politics out of the classroom are a distant memory.
[01:55] – Turning Point’s Mission Olivia explains the growth of TPUSA in the Dakotas, focusing on the upcoming "Gird Up" event and the importance of young conservatives finding their voice in an increasingly hostile academic environment.