It’s another wild ride on the Need To Know Morning Show with Jay Thomas, Alex Taylor, and Chris Larson as they blend breaking news, weather updates, fiery political takes, and laugh-out-loud music critiques. This episode features everything from Kane Brown concert hype to deep dives on Epstein theories and Minnesota’s controversial hiring policies.
⏱️ Standout Moments & Timestamps:
0:00 – 1:21 🎤
Red River Valley Fair Preview
Kane Brown takes the stage tonight, and the crew covers everything from VIP bathrooms to ticket scams.
“Don’t buy your tickets on the secondhand market — go to RedRiverValleyFair.com!”
2:00 – 2:54 🎳
Kingpin's Giveaway Night
How to win $1,000 in groceries and snag some free pizza and bowling. Just don’t forget your ID!
3:15 – 4:48 🧊
Political Icebreaker
The crew riffs on the new Democratic bill targeting ICE agents’ ability to cover their faces. It gets spicy, fast.
5:35 – 6:10 ☠️
Epstein Files: The Mobster Theory
Jay dives into a mobster’s claim that Epstein couldn’t have hanged himself. Add a former mob boss and some security camera conspiracy? You’ve got a headline segment.
8:19 – 9:04 🐊
“Alligator Alcatraz” Meltdown
An ICE detainee complains about mosquitoes and toothpaste. Cue the sarcasm and libertarian fire.
15:14 – 16:35 🏈
Redhawks & Twins Updates
Big wins, big injuries, and Fargo’s hosting the All-Star Game. Plus, some Redhawks nostalgia and missing leather jackets.
24:21 – 25:02 🎸
Farewell Tour Faux Pas
A rock ‘n’ roll walk down memory lane: Cream’s final tour, Stones never-ending farewells, and the great “worst song ever” debate.
26:25 – 28:02 ⚖️
Minnesota’s Hiring Policy Sparks Outrage
Jay lets loose on a new policy requiring justifications for hiring white men. Heated debate ensues.
31:07 – 34:33 💥
Call for Disappearing People?
Warning: intense rhetoric on ICE agents and political speech. Provocative and controversial, to say the least.
38:03 – 43:00 🎶
Worst Song Ever: Listener Battle Royale
From Walking on Sunshine to Achy Breaky Heart, listeners and hosts share their most hated tunes.
“Happy Shiny People? Burn it!”
54:54 – 1:03:04 💀
Epstein Files Part 2
Pam Bondi, mob bosses, and camera resets — Jay’s convinced it wasn’t suicide.
“It stinks — and not just because it’s Florida in July.”
1:04:05 – 1:09:14 🦁
Zoo Chat with Chahinkapa Zoo
Ice cakes for the bears, junior zookeepers, and 3D chalk art preview. Wholesome and fun.
1:11:16 – 1:17:02 🎣
Fishing Report with Steve Carney
Tips on leeches vs. crawlers, bass blowing up bait, and July's tricky weather.
“Blow up the leech just a little... the walleyes love it.”