Tired of Winning? Not Even Close (8-7-25)

In this jam-packed episode, Scott Hennen and Kevin Flynn celebrate the 200-day milestone of the Trump administration with a blend of local insights, national headlines, and high-energy commentary. From “parting the Red Sea” flood control efforts in Fargo to a $600 billion Apple investment, the theme of the day is simple: winning, winning, and more winning.

They’re joined by Senator John Hoeven, who dives into the details of Fargo’s historic flood protection project and the power of a public-private partnership. Plus, Tom Campbell, Trump’s USDA Rural Development Director for North Dakota, shares how the Big Beautiful Bill is transforming rural

 

In this jam-packed episode, Scott Hennen and Kevin Flynn celebrate the 200-day milestone of the Trump administration with a blend of local insights, national headlines, and high-energy commentary. From “parting the Red Sea” flood control efforts in Fargo to a $600 billion Apple investment, the theme of the day is simple: winning, winning, and more winning.

They’re joined by Senator John Hoeven, who dives into the details of Fargo's historic flood protection project and the power of a public-private partnership. Plus, Tom Campbell, Trump’s USDA Rural Development Director for North Dakota, shares how the Big Beautiful Bill is transforming rural healthcare, housing, and economic development across the state.

Add in local drama over Fargo’s homeless crisis, debates over wind power, and behind-the-scenes changes in federal staffing—and you’ve got a high-octane episode that’s part policy, part passion, and all personality.


🔑 Key Moments & Timestamps:

📍 0:00 – 1:48
Welcome & introduction to a packed show: guests, topics, and yes—Apple in the Oval Office.

📍 1:48 – 9:37
🚧 “Parting the Red Sea” – Senator Hoeven breaks down Fargo’s historic flood diversion project and how it sets a national example.

📍 9:38 – 15:24
🏠 Scott Turner from HUD visits Fargo: low-income housing, faith in the Cabinet, and a “big beautiful bill” impact.

📍 15:25 – 18:45
🔥 Fargo Homeless Camp Fire – Local chaos, slow emergency response, and a call for leadership.

📍 18:45 – 21:09
🍎 Apple in the Oval Office – A $600B commitment, rare earth minerals, and Trump’s “told you so” moment.

📍 21:10 – 24:52
📦 Trump’s economic boom, Cabinet prayer, and new USDA programs impacting North Dakota.

📍 25:30 – 27:34
🚨 Listener call-in: Trump’s Ukraine strategy, law enforcement challenges, and illegal immigration concerns.

📍 27:34 – 31:41
🚌 Flag Family trip promo, plus deep praise for law enforcement and rural leadership.

📍 31:42 – 35:29
💨 Windmills, energy policy, and the tension between economic growth and local impact.

📍 35:29 – 41:36
🚓 Homelessness & crime in Fargo – Listeners weigh in on rising tensions and downtown safety.

📍 41:37 – 45:02
📊 Trump’s 200-day scorecard, Epstein list chatter, and the push for government transparency.

📍 45:03 – 51:05
🧠 Tim Cook meets Trump – Silicon supply chains, rare earths, and every iPhone’s future made in Kentucky.

📍 51:06 – 58:33
🧼 Apple goes all-in – AI, chips, and “every Apple Watch gets American glass.”

📍 58:34 – 1:02:20
🏥 Campbell, USDA Rural Director: billions to rural hospitals, housing, and infrastructure in ND.

📍 1:02:21 – 1:14:49
🏡 Housing for all – Grants, home repairs, and modular solutions for smaller ND communities.

📍 1:14:50 – 1:28:03
💼 Business loans, shrinking bureaucracy, and real talk about Trump-era accountability.

📍 1:28:04 – 1:34:00
🎯 Final reflections – tariffs, Apple, rural funding, and “the total destruction of America?” Not even close.

 

More Episodes

In this Tuesday edition of What’s On Your Mind, the discussion centers on a “wacky world” grappling with a…
Host Scott Hennen returns from a listener trip to Washington D.C. , sharing stories from the Capitol, the National…
Guest host Kevin Flynn is flying solo for Scott Hennen on “What’s On Your Mind,” joined by North Dakota…
In this Thursday episode, Kevin Flynn hosts solo for Scott Hennen (who is on a DC listener trip), with…
Loading...