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Sunshine, Sports, and Social Commentary (09-23-25)

Sunshine, Sports, and Social Commentary (09-23-25)

Update: 2025-09-23
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This episode of the Need to Know Morning Show features hosts Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn as they cover a range of topics, from personal anecdotes to political and social commentary. The show opens with a discussion about the unusually warm and sunny forecast for the week in North Dakota, followed by Kevin's personal story of dealing with a bout of vertigo after a trip to the Twin Cities for a Vikings game. The hosts delve into media and politics, discussing Jimmy Kimmel's return to ABC affiliates and the ongoing debate about free speech. Kevin shares a story about confronting protesters in Detroit Lakes, trying to understand their arguments about censorship and media mergers. The show also includes segments on local sports, from high school girls' golf to the Vikings' recent win, as well as an interview with Bridgette from Syngenta about the agricultural industry's latest developments and challenges. Other topics include the West Fargo Police Department's Pink Patch Project and a community sock drive. Standout Moments: Vertigo and Bloody Marys (2:06 ): Kevin recounts his weekend trip to Minneapolis for a Vikings game, where he experienced a sudden case of vertigo and discusses the high cost of a Bloody Mary at U.S. Bank Stadium. A Beautiful Forecast (5:36 ): The hosts and meteorologist Dean Wysocki discuss the week's weather, predicting sunny skies and temperatures in the 70s and 80s for the next seven days, a rare occurrence for late September. Protester Encounters (12:38 ): Kevin tells the story of his attempts to engage protesters in Detroit Lakes in a rational conversation about censorship and free speech, and their refusal to engage with his questions. The Pink Patch Project (19:20 ): Rhonda Jorgensen from the West Fargo Police Department calls in to discuss their Pink Patch apparel and challenge coin fundraiser for the Sanford Breast Center. The Problem with Asian Lady Beetles (21:32 ): In a segment on agriculture, Bridgette explains why Asian lady beetles are suddenly becoming a nuisance in the area, moving from soybean fields to houses as the crops are harvested.
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Sunshine, Sports, and Social Commentary (09-23-25)

Sunshine, Sports, and Social Commentary (09-23-25)

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