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The Need to Know Morning Show on this cold Tuesday covers the onset of a bitter North Dakota winter and an explosive political discussion focusing on U.S. military strikes against narco-terrorists and the unfolding fraud scandal in Minnesota involving Governor Tim Walz and the Somali community.

Standout Moments

• Cold Weather Arrives: Wind Chills Down to 20 Below
• Minnesota Fraud Investigation: Funds Diverted to Terrorists

  (0:03:52) The hosts report that the Treasury Department is investigating allegations that over $1 billion in taxpayer money intended for programs like Feeding Our Future was funneled from Minnesota's Somali community to the Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Shabaab terror network in Somalia.

• Trump vs. Drug Lords: Venezuelan Showdown

  (0:11:08) The hosts discuss Jesse Watters' report on President Trump's escalating conflict with Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, including positioning U.S. warships in the Caribbean and closing Venezuelan airspace. The hosts suggest Trump gave Maduro an ultimatum to "abdicate power or else."

• "War Crime" Allegations Over Killing Coke Boats

  (0:14:14) The hosts discuss the Washington Post's controversial report accusing Secretary of War Pete Hegseth of war crimes for allegedly ordering a "double-tap" strike to eliminate all survivors on a drug-smuggling boat (a "coke boat").

• Jesse Watters and the "Double-Tap" Defense

  (0:15:39) Jesse Watters defends the military's action, arguing that after an initial strike, you don't send American men in to grab surviving terrorists; you "double tap" to finish the job, especially since the narco-traffickers have been designated as foreign terrorists who "kill more Americans than we've ever lost in wars."

• The "Seditious Six" and Mutiny

  (0:28:18) The hosts argue that the controversy is a setup, linking it to the previous video put out by the "seditious six" Democratic members of Congress who "told soldiers to disobey orders" in a form of attempted mutiny.

• College Sports: Tim Palasek Coach of the Year

  (0:25:57) NDSU Head Coach Tim Palasek is named the Missouri Valley Football Conference Coach of the Year. The Bison also set a program record with 17 players named to All-Conference teams.

Join Steve Hallstrom every weekday. as he tackles the issues that matter most to you. With razor-sharp wit and unwavering conviction, Steve will cut through the noise and provide you with honest, unfiltered commentary that speaks directly to the issues that affect our community. With interactive segments and lively call-ins, listeners will be front and center in the conversation. Steve will keep you informed, empowered, and inspired. Tune in weekdays to catch the wave of conservative thought and be part of a community that celebrates the timeless principles that make our country great.

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In this Monday-morning episode, Kevin and Alex dive into the start of December, the cold weather, and highly charged political news, including the controversial military strikes against narco-terrorists and the fallout from the deadly attack on National Guard members in D.C. They also discuss Mark Levin's take on the "massive assault" on the Republican Party.

Standout Moments

• Cold Weather and December Snow Chances

  (0:01:09) The hosts confirm winter's arrival with temperatures at $6^\circ$F and a high of $17^\circ$F. [cite_start]They forecast increasing chances of snow for the weekend: Thursday (20%), Friday (30%), and Saturday (40%).

• Mark Levin on the "Massive Assault" on Republicans

  (0:02:46) [cite_start]The show airs a segment of Mark Levin arguing that the assault on Donald Trump was part of a "massive assault on the entire Republican Party," involving federal agencies, prosecutors, and FBI agents who are using the "power of the law to try and destroy" the party.

• Narco-Terrorism Strikes and "War Crimes" Allegations

  (0:08:08) The hosts discuss a controversial Washington Post report alleging that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth ordered the military to kill all narco-terrorists, even following a second strike to eliminate survivors. [cite_start]Democrats are accusing the action of being a war crime.

• Joey Jones Justifies Second Strike

  (0:09:12) [cite_start]Military expert Joey Jones offers a defense, stating that if survivors were left alive on the boat, they could signal (radio) other combatants in the area, which justifies continued striking under the rules of war to "mitigate any other threat".

• Deadly Attack on National Guard in D.C. and Vetting Failures

  (0:19:50) [cite_start]The main story is the deadly attack on two West Virginia National Guard members patrolling the streets of D.C. The shooter was identified as a 29-year-old Afghan refugee who entered the U.S. in 2021 via Operation Allies Welcome.

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    Trump's Response: President Trump has ordered a full review of green card holders from 19 countries and a permanent pause on immigration from "third world countries".

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    Vetting Concerns: Tom Homan and the hosts slam the Biden-era vetting, noting that many Afghans arrived without identification, and getting reliable information from third-world nations like Afghanistan is impossible.

• The "Seditious Six" and Military Obedience

  (0:15:38) [cite_start]A listener text warns that a group nicknamed the "seditious six" (members of Congress) cost an airman his career after their video encouraged troops to "freelance their own interpretation of lawful orders" and question the Constitution.

In this post-Thanksgiving episode, the hosts dive into a highly charged discussion of President Trump's recent comments and social media posts, particularly those directed at Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and a reporter. They also welcome a decorated Marine veteran to discuss his new school safety technology.

Standout Moments

• Vikings Fail, Trump Fires Back (0:01:06) The hosts briefly lament the "miserable" performance of the Minnesota Vikings, which they attribute to being heavily "banged up." This leads into a discussion of President Trump's comments over the weekend, including a controversial exchange with a reporter and a social media post where he used the "R word" to describe Governor Tim Walz.

• Marine Veteran Develops Active Shooter Technology (0:22:58) Decorated Marine veteran Ernie Williams discusses his company, Go to Green, which provides technology to secure schools and other vulnerable locations. The system uses flashing green/red lights to direct people away from a shooter's location immediately upon detection.

• Go to Green Investment by Kevin O'Leary (0:26:29) Williams mentions that his company, Go to Green, secured investment from Kevin O'Leary's O'Leary Ventures, which is also invested in North Dakota businesses.

• Minnesota State Employees Allege Walz Retaliated Against Whistleblowers (0:29:21) The hosts read a detailed statement from alleged Department of Human Services employees in Minnesota. The statement claims Governor Tim Walz is "100% responsible for massive fraud" and "systematically retaliated against whistleblowers" to keep fraud reports quiet, fearing they might "discriminate against certain communities"

• Gas Prices Dip Below $3.00 Nationally (0:34:03) A CNN report is played announcing that national gas prices are averaging below $3.00 a gallon for the first time in four and a half years, which the hosts jokingly suggest is why the media is distracting with other news.

• Tim Walz Responds to Trump’s Insults (0:31:59) The hosts play audio of Governor Tim Walz deflecting questions about the fraud allegations by attacking President Trump's mental capacity, medical records, and "ranting... crazily at midnight on Thanksgiving".  

Join Steve Hallstrom every weekday. as he tackles the issues that matter most to you. With razor-sharp wit and unwavering conviction, Steve will cut through the noise and provide you with honest, unfiltered commentary that speaks directly to the issues that affect our community. With interactive segments and lively call-ins, listeners will be front and center in the conversation. Steve will keep you informed, empowered, and inspired. Tune in weekdays to catch the wave of conservative thought and be part of a community that celebrates the timeless principles that make our country great.

Catch The Steve Hallstrom show Monday-Friday from 4pm until 6pm on WZFG AM 1100 The Flag.

This pre-Thanksgiving edition of What's on Your Mind with Scott Hennen features an annual listener survey on turkey preference, a historical segment on Thanksgiving, an update on North Dakota's higher education and farm economy, and a discussion on solving homelessness.

Standout Moments

• Annual Turkey Survey: White Meat vs. Dark Meat

  (0:01:42) The hosts kick off their annual survey asking listeners for their preference: white meat or dark meat for Thanksgiving. [cite_start]They also added a second question this year: turkey, ham, or both.

• Rush Limbaugh on the True Story of Thanksgiving

  (0:03:55) [cite_start]The show plays a segment from Rush Limbaugh arguing that the Pilgrims' initial "common store" system (a "commune" and "forerunner to the communes we saw in the 60s and 70s") failed due to a lack of incentive, leading to discontent and near starvation. [cite_start]Prosperity arrived only after they scrapped this "socialism" experiment and implemented private property and free enterprise.

• University of Minnesota's "Whiteness Pandemic" Curriculum

  (0:06:17) [cite_start]The hosts discuss a reported University of Minnesota curriculum teaching that America suffers from a "whiteness pandemic" and that white parents must "re-educate" their children because "family life are a source of the systemic racism".

• North Dakota's $400 Million Farm Relief Program

  (0:22:21) [cite_start]Governor Kelly Armstrong announces a new $400 million farm relief program from the Industrial Commission and the Bank of North Dakota. The program includes:

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    $300 Million for a traditional Farm Loan Disaster Program to refinance and restructure debt at an interest rate of $3.75\%$, utilizing high land values.

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    $100 Million for a grain storage loan program to allow producers to hold their crop until prices improve.

• Critique of "Housing First" and "Harm Reduction" Policies

  (0:29:29) [cite_start]Author Mary Thoreau critiques the federal "Housing First" policy, noting that after 12 years, homelessness has only gone up. [cite_start]She argues the policy is based on the false premise that homelessness is only a housing issue, ignores root causes (like mental illness and addiction), and makes people wait a year to prove their homelessness, worsening their condition.

• Transformative Solution: Haven for Hope

  (0:31:05) [cite_start]As a model for a "transformative solution," Thoreau highlights Haven for Hope in San Antonio, Texas: a 22-acre campus where 100 service providers are coordinated to address every need, including mental health and recovery. [cite_start]She estimates roughly 80% of the homeless population has some sort of addiction and/or mental health issue.

• Financial Planning for Farmers: Tax-Advantaged Legacy

  (0:33:14) [cite_start]Financial expert John Haug discusses using IRS codes (like 412E3 and 401A) to help farm and ranch families pass their business onto the next generation in a tax-advantaged way, offering an alternative to purchasing equipment for tax deductions.

This Thanksgiving Eve episode of the Need to Know Morning Show with Kevin and Alex is packed with holiday well-wishes, local news, and a deep dive into the real history of Thanksgiving, courtesy of the late Rush Limbaugh. They cover the season's first snow, market updates, and all the local sports action.

Standout Moments

• Thanksgiving Eve is the Biggest Drinking Day (0:00:07) Kevin shares that the day before Thanksgiving is the biggest drinking day of the year, as people return home and meet friends.

• The First Snowfall: Totals and Road Conditions (0:01:15) The hosts discuss the first major snowfall of the season, with Lakes Country getting 3-4 inches. Later, Dean provides official snow totals, including 3.2 inches at the Fargo airport, and warns about slick roads and the temporary closing of I-29 south of Fargo.

• Controversial Minnesota Commentary (0:03:59) Kevin offers strong, provocative commentary regarding recent events and arrests in Minnesota, framing the issue as an "Islamic invasion."

• Tim Palasek's Contract Extension (0:08:08) Sports talk covers NDSU Head Football Coach Tim Palasek's new seven-year contract extension, a significant boost that ties him to the Bison program through the 2033 season.

• Rush Limbaugh on the True Meaning of Thanksgiving (The Socialism Experiment) (0:09:29) The show begins playing a segment from Rush Limbaugh about the Pilgrims. This segment argues that the Pilgrims' initial "common store" system (described as socialism/collectivism) failed, leading to hardship and starvation, but their eventual adoption of private property and individual incentive (capitalism) led to prosperity and the true reason for Thanksgiving.

• Ag Tech: John Deere's "Hacker Heroes" and Land O'Lakes/Microsoft's "OZ" (0:16:33) Bridgette Readel discusses how John Deere is using "white hat hackers" for cybersecurity and how Land O'Lakes and Microsoft created a digital assistant called "OZ" to help farmers manage complex information.

• Financial Update: Gold Price Spikes & Market Correction Warning (0:23:45) Money man Brien Krank warns listeners not to be distracted by the recent stock market indices, suggesting a hidden correction is occurring. He also discusses the massive, non-traditional spike in the price of gold, driven by international demand from countries like China and Russia.

• I-29 Reopened Update (0:36:58) An update confirms that I-29 south of Fargo is now open, though roads remain icy.

• Thanksgiving Fun Facts (0:39:07) The hosts share a list of Thanksgiving fun facts for dinner table conversation, including that baby turkeys are called "poults" and that turkeys can run up to 25 miles per hour.

Today's guests are Jay Thomas and Jeff Bredahl!

Join Steve Hallstrom every weekday. as he tackles the issues that matter most to you. With razor-sharp wit and unwavering conviction, Steve will cut through the noise and provide you with honest, unfiltered commentary that speaks directly to the issues that affect our community. With interactive segments and lively call-ins, listeners will be front and center in the conversation. Steve will keep you informed, empowered, and inspired. Tune in weekdays to catch the wave of conservative thought and be part of a community that celebrates the timeless principles that make our country great.

Catch The Steve Hallstrom show Monday-Friday from 4pm until 6pm on WZFG AM 1100 The Flag.

Concordia Cobbers Football head coach Terry Horan and Moorhead Spuds Football head coach Kevin Feeney join host Greg Burd for the 2025 Coaches Corner Podcast! This week they recapped the Spuds' state championship game, discussed Concordia's offseason recruiting plan, what they're looking forward to with Thanksgiving this week, and more.   Sponsors: Third Drop Coffee Brady’s Service Camrud Foss Concrete

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  Biden Admin Pressured Airports to House Migrants (20:00 - 21:05): Discussion of a bombshell Senate report revealing the Biden administration pressured at least 11 major airports to house illegal migrants in their facilities, compromising national security, particularly at the Atlantic City airport, which defends D.C. and NYC.  

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  DOJ Cases Against Comey and James Dismissed (27:14 - 28:07): Breaking news that a federal judge dismissed the Department of Justice's criminal cases against James Comey and Letitia James due to the prosecutor's unlawful appointment, though the cases were dismissed "without prejudice," meaning they can be refiled.  

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  Thanksgiving Travel Weather Chaos (6:52 - 7:37): Dean Wysocki issues a severe warning: a clipper system will bring 2–4 inches of snow and 40 mph winds to Fargo, but areas directly south (Lisbon, Wahpeton) will be hit hardest with 6–9 inches. [cite_start]The afternoon commute will be "messy".  

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  Air Traffic Control is Archaic (12:07 - 12:47): Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy points out that to handle record travel and new air vehicles (like air Ubers), the U.S. needs billions to replace its archaic air traffic control system, some components of which date back to the 1960s.  

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  Travel Civility Campaign (13:17 - 14:04): Duffy discusses his new "civility campaign," urging travelers to be courteous, help one another with luggage, be patient with TSA, and "dress a little better"—avoiding slippers and pajamas.  

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  Milli Vanilli was 'Pre-AI' Lip Syncing (31:07 - 31:20): A host jokes that the infamous musical duo Milli Vanilli were an early example of "AI kind of before AI was a thing" because they looked good and lip-synced songs that someone else sang.