Dan Barreiro (3pm-6:30pm) dives into the world of sports, politics and the day's top news.
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The Dan Barreiro podcast is a refreshing and unapologetically honest take on sports and current events. While I may not agree with everything he says, I appreciate that Dan calls it like he sees it and isn't afraid to blast either side of the aisle. This podcast strikes a perfect balance between sports coverage and discussions about current events, which keeps me engaged as a listener. As someone from Minnesota, I particularly enjoy the fact that it is skewed towards the local perspective, adding an extra layer of relatability for me.
One of the best aspects of The Dan Barreiro podcast is the quality of guests that are featured. Whether it's athletes, coaches, analysts, or other influential figures in the world of sports and beyond, Barreiro consistently brings in intriguing individuals who offer valuable insights and perspectives. This elevates the overall listening experience and makes each episode compelling and worth tuning into.
Another aspect that sets this podcast apart is Dan Barreiro's interviewing skills. He has a knack for drawing out the best from his guests and asking thoughtful questions that elicit informative responses. His ability to navigate conversations makes each interview feel dynamic and engaging.
However, one potential drawback of this podcast is its skewed focus towards Minnesota. While this may be enjoyable for listeners from the area, those outside of Minnesota might find some episodes less relevant or relatable to their own interests or experiences. It would be great to see a broader range of topics covered to appeal to a wider audience.
In conclusion, The Dan Barreiro podcast offers a refreshing blend of sports coverage and discussions on current events. Dan's unfiltered approach to commentary is both entertaining and thought-provoking. With high-quality guests and skilled interviewing techniques, this podcast delivers an engaging listening experience overall. While its focus on Minnesota at times limits its broader appeal, it remains one of the best sports/talk radio shows in the Twin Cities.

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We open "Dr. Dan's Inbox," talk with Wolves guard Mike Conley about the season so far and check in with Michael Russo for his regular appearance to talk Wild in the final hour and change of the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show reminding Minnesota sports fans just how bad it has been here over the last few decades...as if we needed the reminder! Sean Salisbury makes his weekly appearance with his thoughts on the Carson Wentz situation the last few weeks and what he's looking for with JJ McCarthy as he returns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show and spends much of the first hour ranting about the Wild's latest loss but more about the comments from the team after the game that they outplayed the Jets for much of the game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Glen Mason is back for another great hour of college football talk including some Gophers/Iowa talk, some stories about different job offers he had while coaching at the U and Big Ten talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before Pat Kessler makes his weekly appearance to review his Vikings trip to Los Angeles and recap the week in local and national politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show celebrating an epic World Series Game 3 last night that went into the early hours of the morning before ESPN's Kevin Seifert makes his weekly trip in-studio to discuss Carson Wentz's injury and how the Vikings handled it, JJ McCarthy coming back and the issues the team has had defensively against top-tier quarterbacks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lou Nanne joins in-studio for the entire 5:00 hour and joins for the Top 5 before Louie discusses the Wild struggles and (as always) has some amazing stories to tell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show celebrating an epic World Series Game 3 last night that went into the early hours of the morning before ESPN's Kevin Seifert makes his weekly trip in-studio to discuss Carson Wentz's injury and how the Vikings handled it, JJ McCarthy coming back and the issues the team has had defensively against top-tier quarterbacks.

Lou Nanne joins in-studio for the entire 5:00 hour and joins for the Top 5 before Louie discusses the Wild struggles and (as always) has some amazing stories to tell.

Kevin Seifert stays in-studio for more Vikings quarterback discussion and more discussion about the defensive struggles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Seifert stays in-studio for more Vikings quarterback discussion and more discussion about the defensive struggles.

Dan Barreiro opens the show telling the audience not to shoot the messenger when it comes to the horrible Minnesota sports weekend before Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen makes his weekly appearance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Leber makes his weekly appearance to review the the Vikings loss in LA, the Carson Wentz news and where they go from here before Jonny Athletic joins for some Vikings discussion, an Anthony Edwards injury update and a preview of Wolves/Nuggets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show telling the audience not to shoot the messenger when it comes to the horrible Minnesota sports weekend before Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen makes his weekly appearance.

Dan and Gaardsy react to the news that Carson Wentz is done for the season and will have shoulder surgery; Dan discusses the craziness of keeping him in the game on Thursday knowing what we know now. They also discuss the terrible Gopher performance in Iowa City and what that does to how people view the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Leber makes his weekly appearance to review the the Vikings loss in LA, the Carson Wentz news and where they go from here before Jonny Athletic joins for some Vikings discussion, an Anthony Edwards injury update and a preview of Wolves/Nuggets.

Dan and Gaardsy react to the news that Carson Wentz is done for the season and will have shoulder surgery; Dan discusses the craziness of keeping him in the game on Thursday knowing what we know now. They also discuss the terrible Gopher performance in Iowa City and what that does to how people view the season.

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Dan Barreiro opens the show going over the details in the NBA FBI gambling scandal which is the biggest story in the country today before Sean Salisbury makes his weekly appearance for Vikings and NFL talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show going over the details in the NBA FBI gambling scandal which is the biggest story in the country today before Sean Salisbury makes his weekly appearance for Vikings and NFL talk.

Carl Gerbschmidt joins for the weekly NFL Picks Segment before Pete Bercich joins from Los Angeles for final Vikings/Chargers thoughts before we send it to the pregame show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carl Gerbschmidt joins for the weekly NFL Picks Segment before Pete Bercich joins from Los Angeles for final Vikings/Chargers thoughts before we send it to the pregame show.

Glen Mason stays for a few more segments before Jonny Athletic helps us kick off the Wolves season from Portland with his reaction and reporting on the Mike Conley move to the bench. Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before we wrap up the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show discussing the "Changing of the Guard" with the report that Mike Conley will come off the bench and Donte DiVencenzo will be the Wolves starting point guard. Glen Mason is back in-studio for a great hour of college football talk and stories in the latest edition of "Mase In Your Face!"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Glen Mason stays for a few more segments before Jonny Athletic helps us kick off the Wolves season from Portland with his reaction and reporting on the Mike Conley move to the bench. Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before we wrap up the show.

Dan Barreiro opens the show discussing the "Changing of the Guard" with the report that Mike Conley will come off the bench and Donte DiVencenzo will be the Wolves starting point guard. Glen Mason is back in-studio for a great hour of college football talk and stories in the latest edition of "Mase In Your Face!"

Dan Barreiro opens the show explaining why a Wolves Reality Show would have been incredible with some wild details that Pablo Torre reported today about the ownership dispute. ESPN's Kevin Seifert makes his weekly appearance with his thoughts on Carson Wentz getting another game at quarterback and a Chargers preview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show explaining why a Wolves Reality Show would have been incredible with some wild details that Pablo Torre reported today about the ownership dispute. ESPN's Kevin Seifert makes his weekly appearance with his thoughts on Carson Wentz getting another game at quarterback and a Chargers preview.

Andy Luger stays for the first 30 minutes of the final hour before Dan returns to the toy department with Wolves season preview discussion and Vikings quarterback talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lou Nanne makes his weekly appearance on the show, this time on the road with the Wild as he continues his first run of TV analysis before our friend Andy Luger joins in-studio for the an hour!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lou Nanne makes his weekly appearance on the show, this time on the road with the Wild as he continues his first run of TV analysis before our friend Andy Luger joins in-studio for the an hour!

Andy Luger stays for the first 30 minutes of the final hour before Dan returns to the toy department with Wolves season preview discussion and Vikings quarterback talk.

Dan Barreiro opens the show talking Vikings and explaining why the Vikings must avoid being the "magic elixir" to the Chargers on Thursday after they were to the Eagles on Sunday in Minneapolis. Dan also begins reviewing his Vikings Talking Points about the loss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens the show talking Vikings and explaining why the Vikings must avoid being the "magic elixir" to the Chargers on Thursday after they were to the Eagles on Sunday in Minneapolis. Dan also begins reviewing his Vikings Talking Points about the loss.

Ben Leber makes his weekly appearance with his thoughts on the Vikings loss to Philly before Dan finishes the show with his final Vikings Talking Points of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan discusses the Vikings loss to Philly on Sunday with Talking Points reviewing the offensive line, the quarterback conundrum and the unwillingness to run the ball in key moments of the game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan discusses the Vikings loss to Philly on Sunday with Talking Points reviewing the offensive line, the quarterback conundrum and the unwillingness to run the ball in key moments of the game.

Ben Leber makes his weekly appearance with his thoughts on the Vikings loss to Philly before Dan finishes the show with his final Vikings Talking Points of the week.

Dan Barreiro opens to the show highlighting his favorite geezers. He is later joined by Carl Gerbschmidt and Gaardsy for their weekly picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Barreiro opens to the show highlighting his favorite geezers. He is later joined by Carl Gerbschmidt and Gaardsy for their weekly picks.

Ben Goessling joins Dan to break down KOC choosing Carson Wentz to start for the Vikings on Sunday and how JJ's injury is unique.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Goessling joins Dan to break down KOC choosing Carson Wentz to start for the Vikings on Sunday and how JJ's injury is unique.

Dan Barreiro opens the show and spends much of the first hour discussing the length of JJ McCarthy's most recent injury and wonders if availability has already become a significant issue the Vikings need to worry about long-term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.