Grab your morning coffee and jump into today’s fast-paced episode with Kevin and Alex! The duo breaks down everything from local weather trends to the global stage. They dig into a fiery political debate with Laura Ingraham and her guests over recent federal court rulings and party dynamics, then shift gears into the sports world to marvel at baseball “alien” Shohei Otani. Collins & Crunk’s money expert, Brian Crock, stops by to talk active portfolio management and market rotation, before NDSU Extension Master Gardener Don Kinsler takes over to share crucial tips on lawn care, dealing with severe thatch, and managing mid-summer garden pests. Wrap it all up with a fascinating dive into the psychology of why we instantly forget people’s names and some listener-submitted wisdom on why wine grapes (much like people) thrive on a little bit of a struggle.
Timeline
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00:00 – Morning kickoff, local Fargo weather outlook, and looking forward to the 4th of July.
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01:41 – National Days celebration: Explaining National Patch Day, Take Back the Lunch Break Day, and the delicious history of Southern pralines.
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02:32 – Taped segments replay: Jesse Watters reviews Department of Interior footage regarding the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool incident, followed by a look into political primaries.
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03:45 – Sports update: Breaking down the Twins’ recent tough loss, the Dodgers’ stacked roster, and Shohei Otani’s mechanical brilliance on the mound despite a blister.
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04:31 – Discussing the NCAA’s major panel decision to eliminate redshirts and medical hardships in favor of a straightforward 5-year eligibility rule.
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06:50 – Agricultural safety notice: Reviewing a local grain bin entrapment incident near Minot and highlighting safety innovations like the “grain weevil” Roomba.
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08:00 – Market Talk with Brian Crock: Discussing the Dow holding above 50k, the NASDAQ’s recent active rotation, and the global appeal of American ranch dressing to traveling World Cup fans.
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10:11 – Fed Watch: Analyzing the market’s reaction to the new Federal Reserve leadership and how interest rates are adjusting to data.
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11:50 – Headline Highlights: Quick hits on the most-watched episode of The View, upcoming animated features, and Little Caesars’ new “Webaroni” pizza.
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12:45 – Lawn & Garden with Don Kinsler: Why natural rain beats a sprinkler, details on the upcoming Red River Valley Garden Tour, and the importance of deadheading perennials.
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14:35 – Listener call-in: Expert advice on addressing a severe 2.5-inch thatch layer in local lawns through top dressing and core aeration.
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15:45 – Apple Maggot Prevention: The critical spray window for fruit trees starting around the first of July.
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16:40 – The Psychology of Names: A breakdown of The Five discussing why our brains fail to encode names during introductions, and practical tips to make them stick.
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17:35 – Final thoughts: A caller explains why the best wine grapes need harsh conditions to build flavor, drawing a parallel to how struggles build human character.