It’s a jam-packed TGIF edition of the Need to Know Morning Show. Alex and Kev dive into the "Minnesota Contagion" as Tom Homan attempts to strike a deal with Minneapolis leadership, while national analysts explore potential international influences behind recent civil unrest.
We shift gears to highlight local excellence with Trooper Darren Malafa, our latest Luther Family Ford Salute to Law Enforcement honoree, and get a head start on spring with the team from Sweet Shots. Plus, Dean Wysocki gives us the "Lamby" February forecast—warning of a snowy weekend before a much-needed midweek thaw.
Standout Moments & Timestamps
[00:03:00] The China Connection Alex and Kev discuss Peter Schweitzer’s analysis of international influences on domestic protests, exploring the "Red-Green Alliance" and the role of radical organizations in the Minneapolis ICE protests.
[00:10:44] Riot Incorporated Jesse Watters breaks down the "professionalization" of activism in Minneapolis, alleging that logistics and financial benefactors are turning the streets into a testing ground for domestic revolution.
[00:17:35] Woke Business Pitfalls The hosts react to reports of Fargo-Moorhead businesses closing in protest, debating the long-term impact of taking political stands on a business’s bottom line.
[00:27:00] Letting Cops be Cops Former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino joins Sean Hannity to criticize the rhetoric of Minnesota leadership and argue for a return to "real cop stuff" to restore public safety.
[00:33:00] A Legacy of Service: Trooper Darren Malafa We meet our latest honoree, Darren Malafa, a third-generation law enforcement officer. He shares stories of growing up in a "Trooper family" and offers advice for young people entering the force.
[00:41:40] Winter Golfing in North Dakota? Nick and Lucas from Sweet Shots stop by to explain how they keep the bays warm in -8 degree weather and discuss their upcoming eight-week Acoustic Fest competition.
[00:46:30] Dean’s "Warm" 30-Degree Promise Meteorologist Dean Wysocki breaks down the weekend clipper system, promising 1-2 inches of snow before a "heat wave" of 30-degree temperatures arrives next Thursday.