Spring in the Red River Valley is never a straight line, and today’s episode is the ultimate proof. Hosts Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor ride the "weather roller coaster" as they prep for a record-breaking 79-degree afternoon that’s destined to crash into a snowy 30-degree mess by nightfall.
The duo dives into the high-stakes geopolitical drama of the Iranian naval blockade and the economic "mercy rule" being applied to Tehran. On the home front, they talk shop with outdoors expert Steve Carney about the massive "Yellowstone effect" fueling a resurgence in classic lever-action rifles. Plus, a crucial survival guide for new poultry owners (yes, "pasty butt" is a real thing), a look at the NHL playoff picture for the Minnesota Wild, and an invitation to help the Chahinkapa Zoo prep for its big opening day.
Standout Moments & Timestamps
[00:04] – The 40-Degree Plummet Meteorologist Dean Wysocki breaks down the "nutty" forecast: enjoying a summer-like 79 degrees at 4:00 PM before the bottom falls out, leaving the FM area in the 40s by dinner time.
[00:33] – Blockades and Bankruptcy A deep dive into the Trump administration’s reported blockade on Iranian ports. The team discusses the "Strait of Trump," secondary sanctions on China, and why the global oil market is hitting a turning point.
[01:03] – "Elderly Say the Racist Things" The hosts react to a viral clip of Joe Biden’s portrait unveiling at Syracuse University, where he appeared to confuse a bystander with Barack Obama, leading to a heated discussion on the "Marky Malarkey" of the week.
[01:17] – The View vs. The Messiah Kevin and Alex take aim at Joy Behar’s theological takes, defending the biblical record against the "demons" at the roundtable.
[01:48] – Chicken Parent 101 Bridget Riedel joins the show with a "need to know" for the new wave of backyard poultry farmers, covering everything from electrolytes for chicks to the fatal dangers of "pasty butt."
[03:00] – The Ticketmaster Takedown Kevin shares his take on the Manhattan jury’s verdict against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, echoing Kid Rock’s frustrations with "broker" monopolies in the music industry.
[03:07] – The Cowboy Gun Comeback Steve Carney explains why lever-action rifles are flying off the shelves thanks to Kevin Costner and Yellowstone, while sharing the local pride of Wisconsin-made Henry Firearms.
[03:45] – Etymology of the "Huckle-Bearer" A listener corrects a classic movie trope: Val Kilmer’s Doc Holliday wasn't looking for a huckleberry—he was promising to be a "huckle-bearer" for his enemy's casket.