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Dan Barreiro (3pm-6:30pm) dives into the world of sports, politics and the day's top news.

Dan Barreiro


    • Mar 3, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 5m AVG DURATION
    • 6,667 EPISODES

    4.3 from 191 ratings Listeners of Dan Barreiro that love the show mention: twin cities, dan, sports, best, show, great.


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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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    Basketball Jones/Jonny Athletic - Bumper to Bumper 3/2/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 48:33


    Dan Barreiro opens the show explaining why he has a Basketball Jones after what transpired with the Wolves and both Gopher basketball programs over the weekend. Jonny Athletic makes his weekly appearance for substantial Wolves discussion as well as some Vikings talk.

    Top 5/Sports and Politics - Bumper to Bumper 3/2/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 57:18


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before bouncing back and forth between sports and politics in the final hour.

    Michael Hurley - Bumper to Bumper 3/2/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 55:15


    Our friend and former CIA officer Michael Hurley joins to lend insight on the USA attack of Iran and what he's watching moving forward with the conflict.

    State of Hockey? - Bumper to Bumper 2/27/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 46:09 Transcription Available


    Dan Barreiro opens the show wondering if the Wild are finally going to contribute to the State of Hockey mantra on the ice after they returned from the Olympic break with an impressive win over the Avs in Colorado last night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Top 5/Lavelle Neal In-Studio! - Bumper to Bumper 2/27/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 66:21 Transcription Available


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before Lavelle Neal surprises us with an in-studio visit to wrap up the show with some Vikings, Twins, Wolves and Wild talk! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    State of Hockey? - Bumper to Bumper 2/27/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 44:51


    Dan Barreiro opens the show wondering if the Wild are finally going to contribute to the State of Hockey mantra on the ice after they returned from the Olympic break with an impressive win over the Avs in Colorado last night.

    Nuance?/Ben Goessling - Bumper to Bumper 2/27/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 45:53 Transcription Available


    Dan starts the second hour explaining why nuance can exist when covering sports (and politics) and uses the Anthony Edwards/Chris Finch "incident" last night in Denver as the prime example before Ben Goessling makes his regular appearance to recap the NFL Combine and discuss what he's learned about the Vikings quarterback plan for next season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Top 5/Lavelle Neal In-Studio! - Bumper to Bumper 2/27/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 63:25


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before Lavelle Neal surprises us with an in-studio visit to wrap up the show with some Vikings, Twins, Wolves and Wild talk!

    Nuance?/Ben Goessling - Bumper to Bumper 2/27/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 45:47


    Dan starts the second hour explaining why nuance can exist when covering sports (and politics) and uses the Anthony Edwards/Chris Finch "incident" last night in Denver as the prime example before Ben Goessling makes his regular appearance to recap the NFL Combine and discuss what he's learned about the Vikings quarterback plan for next season.

    Pat Riley Affect/Bill Guerin - Bumper to Bumper 2/26/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 52:09 Transcription Available


    Dan Barreiro opens the show discussing a humorous post from the Tampa airport regarding what people should where on planes before Wild President of Hockey Operations Bill Guerin joins to recap his USA team winning gold in the Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Russo Radio on Olympics/Dr. Dan's Inbox - Bumper to Bumper 2/26/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 63:36 Transcription Available


    Michael Russo joins to recap his experience covering the Olympics as well as to preview the rest of the Wild season which restarts tonight. We open "Dr. Dan's Inbox" towards the end of the show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Pat Riley Affect/Bill Guerin - Bumper to Bumper 2/26/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 51:39


    Dan Barreiro opens the show discussing a humorous post from the Tampa airport regarding what people should where on planes before Wild President of Hockey Operations Bill Guerin joins to recap his USA team winning gold in the Olympics.

    Rondale Moore and Mental Health - Bumper to Bumper 2/26/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 41:20 Transcription Available


    Dan Barreiro spends much of the second hour discussing the tragic story about Rondale Moore's death and opens a larger discussion about mental health and those left behind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Russo Radio on Olympics/Dr. Dan's Inbox - Bumper to Bumper 2/26/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 65:53


    Michael Russo joins to recap his experience covering the Olympics as well as to preview the rest of the Wild season which restarts tonight. We open "Dr. Dan's Inbox" towards the end of the show!

    Rondale Moore and Mental Health - Bumper to Bumper 2/26/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 40:18


    Dan Barreiro spends much of the second hour discussing the tragic story about Rondale Moore's death and opens a larger discussion about mental health and those left behind.

    Top 5/Pat Kessler - Bumper to Bumper 2/25/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 63:00 Transcription Available


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before Pat Kessler makes his weekly appearance with a State of the Union recap and discussion on other political matters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Aaron Rodgers??/Adam Minter - Bumper to Bumper 2/25/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 50:01 Transcription Available


    Dan Barreiro opens the show reacting to some Adam Schefter speculation regarding Aaron Rodgers possibly looking to play for the Vikings. Should the team be interested? Adam Minter from Bloomberg joins to discuss some of his Olympics stories and his thoughts on the Olympics in general. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Aaron Rodgers??/Adam Minter - Bumper to Bumper 2/25/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 50:42


    Dan Barreiro opens the show reacting to some Adam Schefter speculation regarding Aaron Rodgers possibly looking to play for the Vikings. Should the team be interested? Adam Minter from Bloomberg joins to discuss some of his Olympics stories and his thoughts on the Olympics in general.

    Top 5/Pat Kessler - Bumper to Bumper 2/25/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 64:07


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before Pat Kessler makes his weekly appearance with a State of the Union recap and discussion on other political matters.

    Alec Lewis From Combine - Bumper to Bumper 2/25/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 47:03 Transcription Available


    Dan discusses the Olympic hockey team "controversies" before our friend Alec Lewis from The Athletic joins from the NFL Combine for Vikings quarterback discussion and what he's gleaned from a few days reporting in Indianapolis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Alec Lewis From Combine - Bumper to Bumper 2/25/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 47:33


    Dan discusses the Olympic hockey team "controversies" before our friend Alec Lewis from The Athletic joins from the NFL Combine for Vikings quarterback discussion and what he's gleaned from a few days reporting in Indianapolis.

    Top 5/A Section Roundup - Bumper to Bumper 2/24/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 61:09


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top before an A-Section roundup as well as some leftover Vikings talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NBA Dress Code?/Lou Nanne - Bumper to Bumper 2/24/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 48:17


    Dan Barreiro opens the show wondering if Pat Riley's idea to have NBA coaches wear suits again is the first step to becoming a proper nation again. Lou Nanne makes his weekly appearance with his recap of USA/Canada and a look ahead to the rest of the Wild season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NBA Dress Code?/Lou Nanne - Bumper to Bumper 2/24/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 48:52


    Dan Barreiro opens the show wondering if Pat Riley's idea to have NBA coaches wear suits again is the first step to becoming a proper nation again. Lou Nanne makes his weekly appearance with his recap of USA/Canada and a look ahead to the rest of the Wild season.

    Kevin Seifert From NFL Combine - Bumper to Bumper 2/24/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 46:27


    Kevin Seifert from ESPN joins from Indy with his thoughts on what Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski had to stay from the Combine today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Top 5/A Section Roundup - Bumper to Bumper 2/24/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 62:55


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top before an A-Section roundup as well as some leftover Vikings talk.

    Kevin Seifert From NFL Combine - Bumper to Bumper 2/24/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 47:19


    Kevin Seifert from ESPN joins from Indy with his thoughts on what Kevin O'Connell and Rob Brzezinski had to stay from the Combine today.

    NBA Miracle Needed/Jonny Athletic - Bumper to Bumper 2/23/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 53:26 Transcription Available


    Dan Barreiro opens the week pining for a Miracle in the NBA when it comes to how we evaluate losses and players not playing for both teams. Jonny Athletic makes his weekly appearance to recap the Gold Medal Game and talk about the rough Wolves loss on Sunday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Top 5/Al Michaels! - Bumper to Bumper 2/23/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 59:34 Transcription Available


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before broadcast legend Al Michaels joins the show with his reaction the USA beating Canada and of course some Miracle talk 46 years later! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NBA Miracle Needed/Jonny Athletic - Bumper to Bumper 2/23/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 54:48


    Dan Barreiro opens the week pining for a Miracle in the NBA when it comes to how we evaluate losses and players not playing for both teams. Jonny Athletic makes his weekly appearance to recap the Gold Medal Game and talk about the rough Wolves loss on Sunday night.

    Olympics Recap/Wes Walz - Bumper to Bumper 2/23/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 43:03 Transcription Available


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Olympic weekend before our friend Wes Walz joins with his thoughts on the Gold Medal Game and a look ahead to the rest of the Wild season which resumes on Thursday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Top 5/Al Michaels! - Bumper to Bumper 2/23/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 61:36


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before broadcast legend Al Michaels joins the show with his reaction the USA beating Canada and of course some Miracle talk 46 years later!

    Olympics Recap/Wes Walz - Bumper to Bumper 2/23/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 43:28


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Olympic weekend before our friend Wes Walz joins with his thoughts on the Gold Medal Game and a look ahead to the rest of the Wild season which resumes on Thursday night.

    Olympics/JJ McCarthy Problems - Bumper to Bumper 2/20/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 45:34 Transcription Available


    Dan Barreiro opens the show with some Olympic men's hockey talk with the USA on the way to the Gold Medal Game against Canada on Sunday. He also outlines some (more) troubling JJ McCarthy numbers that have been recently uncovered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Olympics/JJ McCarthy Problems - Bumper to Bumper 2/20/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 44:59


    Dan Barreiro opens the show with some Olympic men's hockey talk with the USA on the way to the Gold Medal Game against Canada on Sunday. He also outlines some (more) troubling JJ McCarthy numbers that have been recently uncovered.

    Olympics/A Section Roundup - Bumper to Bumper 2/20/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 42:50 Transcription Available


    Dan continues the Olympic talk as well as running through some A-section topics including a Supreme Court decision that has gotten some attention today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Olympics/A Section Roundup - Bumper to Bumper 2/20/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 42:54


    Dan continues the Olympic talk as well as running through some A-section topics including a Supreme Court decision that has gotten some attention today.

    Top 5/Lavelle Neal - Bumper to Bumper 2/20/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 57:32 Transcription Available


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before Lavelle Neal makes his weekly appearance to recap the Olympics so far, the new Bears stadium news and some Wolves talk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Top 5/Lavelle Neal - Bumper to Bumper 2/20/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 57:14


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before Lavelle Neal makes his weekly appearance to recap the Olympics so far, the new Bears stadium news and some Wolves talk.

    Wolves Guard Mike Conley - Bumper to Bumper 2/19/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 47:30 Transcription Available


    Dan Barreiro opens the show with new (old!) Wolves guard Mike Conley making his return to the show! Conley discusses the crazy few days around the trade deadline and how happy he is to have made it back to the Wolves. Dan and Gaardsy also review the epic women's hockey gold medal game with the USA scrambling to come out with the gold. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Top 5/Dr. Dan's Inbox - Bumper to Bumper 2/19/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 59:31 Transcription Available


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before we open "Dr. Dan's Inbox" with a heavy dose of letters from the Pohlad family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Patrick Reusse In-Studio - Bumper to Bumper 2/19/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 52:29 Transcription Available


    The legendary sports writer and Dan's old friend Patrick Reusse joins in-studio for an hour with stories from his hometown, memories covering the Olympics and his take on the current state of Minnesota sports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Wolves Guard Mike Conley - Bumper to Bumper 2/19/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 45:32


    Dan Barreiro opens the show with new (old!) Wolves guard Mike Conley making his return to the show! Conley discusses the crazy few days around the trade deadline and how happy he is to have made it back to the Wolves. Dan and Gaardsy also review the epic women's hockey gold medal game with the USA scrambling to come out with the gold.

    Top 5/Dr. Dan's Inbox - Bumper to Bumper 2/19/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 59:56


    Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before we open "Dr. Dan's Inbox" with a heavy dose of letters from the Pohlad family.

    Patrick Reusse In-Studio - Bumper to Bumper 2/19/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 52:35


    The legendary sports writer and Dan's old friend Patrick Reusse joins in-studio for an hour with stories from his hometown, memories covering the Olympics and his take on the current state of Minnesota sports.

    Vikings QB Quandry, Pat Micheletti - Bumper to Bumper 2/18/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 46:33 Transcription Available


    Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Vikings QB Quandry, Pat Micheletti - Bumper to Bumper 2/18/26 Hour One

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 47:03


    Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!

    USA Hockey Reaction! - Bumper to Bumper 2/18/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 47:47 Transcription Available


    Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    USA Hockey Reaction! - Bumper to Bumper 2/18/26 Hour Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 50:03


    Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!

    Pat Kessler! - Bumper to Bumper 2/18/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 60:23 Transcription Available


    Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Pat Kessler! - Bumper to Bumper 2/18/26 Hour Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 56:02


    Bumper to Bumper with Dan Barreiro!

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