It is a frigid Wednesday on the Need to Know Morning Show as Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn navigate a polar vortex that’s bringing dangerously cold air to the region. The duo tackles the shocking "new low" in the Twin Cities, where rioters disrupted a church service, and discusses the potential federal charges facing those involved under the FACE Act.
The episode features a high-energy interview with Pat Stone of the rock-theater band Hairball as they prepare to bring "hellfire" to Fargo’s Shields Arena this weekend. On the political front, the team analyzes the global stage at Davos, Trump’s bold play for Greenland, and the "suicidal empathy" driving current unrest in Minneapolis. Plus, ag expert Bridget Riedel breaks down the new USDA food pyramid and the growing need for precision agriculture technicians.
Standout Moments & Timestamps
[00:01:25] The Polar Vortex Hits Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki warns of a "dangerously cold" stretch where wind chills in the Northern Valley could plunge to 60 below zero. The team discusses the "freeze-your-arse-off" conditions and the importance of vehicle survival kits.
[00:07:55] Church Storming & Don Lemon’s "Stunt" A deep dive into the disruption of a St. Paul church service by anti-ICE protesters. Kevin shares his unfiltered reaction to "demons" harassing families, while legal analysts discuss potential federal trespass and civil rights charges.
[00:13:55] The New Food Pyramid & "Awkward" Advice Bridget Riedel explores the 2025-2030 USDA guidelines, emphasizing common sense nutrition—while questioning the government’s suggestion for mothers to breastfeed for two years or beyond.
[00:20:50] Tariffs and the "Sauna Diploma" Money man Brian Cronk analyzes the market’s 800-point drop following new European tariffs and discusses the "Posturing on the Stage" at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
[00:24:15] Hairball: 20 Acts in Two Hours Pat Stone from Hairball joins the show to discuss the physical toll of arena-rock theater, from three-hour daily gym sessions to the "explosive" experience of rotating through 12 different legendary rock personas in a single night.
[00:32:15] The Strategic Need for Greenland A breakdown of why Greenland’s rare earth minerals and its location are vital for the "Golden Dome" missile defense initiative, and why Trump views the acquisition as a "win-win" for global stability.
[00:41:00] Frozen Commutes & NDSU Bravery Dean and the hosts discuss the "slick travel" expected for the evening commute and place bets on seeing students running across campus in hoodies and Uggs despite 45-below wind chills.