Drivetime with DeRusha

On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm: Target has a new policy on smiling and greeting workers - why are people so mad about it?! Then Sarah Longacre & Wendy Brown talk about a documentary detailing their mother's end-of-life decisions and experience. 4pm: Why did the Democrats cave now on the government shutdown? And Jason visits his son at USC and it was... an adventure. 5pm: On the "DeRush-Hour" he learns more about a new Fox 9 documentary on the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. And Dave Schwartz talks about what went wrong for the Vikings, and why it's taking so long for the next MN United playoff game.

On "The Lead" - Jason shares the latest on ending the government shutdown, Minneapolis averts a teacher's strike, Target has a new "smiling" policy and why is Rochester "teaching winter"? Then he goes "In Depth" with Joe Augustine from Fox 9 about their new documentary on the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. (Photo - Taylor Rivera)

Monday 4pm Hour: Jason talks about the Senate moving to end the government shutdown. The timing seems odd. Did it really accomplish anything? Then he tells the story of visiting his youngest at college - it was an adventure!

Jason and his wife visited their youngest out at college this weekend and it was quite the adventure. Take a listen!

Monday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about a new Target policy that's rankling introverts. Can kindness be mandated? Then he's joined by Sarah Longacre & Wendy Brown to talk about a new documentary on the end of their mother's life and dying with dignity.

Jason is joined by Sarah Longacre & Wendy Brown, the daughters of Cheryl Hauser, to talk about their mom's end of life care and why they wanted to put together a documentary on her decision process as her life came to a close.

Henry Lake is in for Jason on our Friday show! 3pm: Are ICE's masks and tactics making life harder for law enforcement everywhere? Plus, why we should never be surprised when a sports hero lets us down. 4pm: Former State Senator Jeff Hayden talks about the election results locally and nationally - is there a "blue wave" coming? Plus, why re-entry protocols at bars and night clubs needs to change. 5pm: Twin Cities Con is in town - what do you nerd out about? Plus, Alec Lewis from The Athletic tells us what the Vikings need to do to pull of a second straight upset.

Henry Lake is in for Jason - he talks with Vikings beat writer for "The Athletic" Alec Lewis about whether the Vikings can follow up last week's big win with another upset over Baltimore this week.

Henry Lake is in for Jason. He talks with former State Senator Jeff Hayden about the local and national election results - is there a "blue wave" coming? Then, why do bars and nightclubs need to rethink how they handle patrons reentering.

Henry Lake is in for Jason. He welcomes former State Senator Jeff Hayden in-studio to break down what happened in the St. Paul and Minneapolis elections, and to take a national look - is there a blue wave coming?

Henry Lake is in for Jason. He explains why he thinks that ICE's tactics are wrong and are making things harder for law enforcement. Then he shares a story of Phil Mickelson being involved in some shady business and reminds us not to be surprised with athletic heroes let us down. (Photo by Jamie Kelter Davis/Getty Images)

Henry Lake is in for Jason. 3pm Hour - why he's changing his spending habits this holiday season? And how was the "Purple Rain" premier? 4pm Hour - Can the Twins roster compete in 2026? And what do you need to know as the FAA starts to reduce flights starting tomorrow? 5pm Hour - where are the most dangerous places to drive in the metro? And a tragedy reminds us that the grass isn't always greener.

Henry Lake is in for Jason. He talks about the Twins roster and what he fears the front office may do before next season gets started. Then he talks with Henry Harteveldt, President of Atmosphere Research Group and a travel analyst about the FAA cutting back flights starting tomorrow and how that may affect your travel plans. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

Henry Lake is in for Jason. He talks about the Twins roster as currently constructed and says there are two things the front office could do that would make him angry. Is there any hope they can compete? (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

3pm Hour: Henry Lake sits in for Jason. He talks about how he's changing his holiday spending given the uncertainty in the economy. Are you making similar changes? Plus, was he the only media member NOT at the premier of "Purple Rain" last night? (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)

Hour 1: Jason talks to the mayor-elect of St. Paul, Kaohly Her about her priorities for the capitol city. Plus what's Tracy Perlman's spontaneous concert memory and favorite donut? Hour 2: Did ranked choice voting work? Listeners weigh in. Plus Jason talks with the new manager of the Minnesota Twins: Derek Shelton Hour 3: Jason continues with Derek Shelton - how will he be different than Rocco Baldelli? Plus, what's grinding your gears this week - find out on ENOUGH!!!

Jason is joined by the new manager of the Minnesota Twins - Derek Shelton. What's it been like interviewing and getting the job? How will he be different than Rocco Baldelli? And how will he be different from how he managed in Pittsburgh? Get to know the new skipper!

3pm Hour: Jason talks to the newly elected Mayor of Minnesota's capitol city - Kaohly Her. Then - what's your one-sentence takeaway from the election. And Tracy Perlman joins the show for her weekly visit - when's the last time she spontaneously went to a concert? And what's her favorite donut on National Donut Day!

Jason talks to the next mayor of Minnesota's capitol city. What was her experience of finding out she won? What's her priority for St. Paul? Find out what Kaohly Her is planning.

On today's Drivetime with DeRusha: 3pm - It's Election Day! Will Jason commit voter fraud? And Blois Olson highlights the key results to look for. 4pm - You'd be surprised who's getting brotox these days. Plus actor Ryan Reynolds talks about his new wine brand "Ugly Estates" on DeRusha Eats! 5pm - What's Ramsey County doing to help fill the gap in food benefits left by the federal government shutdown? Find out on the DeRush-Hour. Then - are you as annoyed by 6 7 as so many teachers are? It's time for Greg Swan Explains the Internet!

On Tuesday's DeRush-Hour: Jason talks about the Twins introducing their new manager, and how many steps can help slow Alzheimer's? Then he's joined by Ramsey County Manager Ling Becker to talk about how the county is stepping up to fill the gap in food benefits left by the government shutdown.

4pm Hour: Jason talks about a shift in the age groups that are seeking cosmetic services and is joined by Dr. Mohiba Tareen from Tareen dermatology to talk about the change in approach to self care. Then on "DeRusha Eats" he's joined by actor and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds to talk about his new wine brand "Ugly Estates" which is launching in Minnesota! (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images for Maximum Effort and Mills Entertainment)

3pm Hour: Jason talks about election day and jokes about his multiple residences could result in voter fraud! Then he's joined by Blois Olson from The Daily Agenda to break down what to watch tonight as election results come in.

Jason talks with actor and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds about why he's a part of the new wine brand "Ugly Estates" that's launching in Minnesota. Why wine and what's his approach to investing in a brand? Find out on DeRusha Eats! (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Jason talks about a shift in who's getting cosmetic surgery and is joined by Dr. Mohiba Tareen from Tareen Dermatology about a holistic approach to self care. (Photo by Don Murray/Getty Images)

5pm Hour: Jason learns about some exciting new bone marrow research coming out of Minnesota as he goes in depth with Dr. Steven Devine, NMDP's Chief Medical Officer. Then Dave Schwartz talks about the return of McCarthy, a big Vikings win and an epic World Series.

Jason is joined by the Senior Manager of Communication and Engagement for the Wild, Dave Schwartz, to talk about the weekend in sports, including the return of JJ McCarthy, a big Vikings win and an epic World Series. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)

On today's DeRush-Hour - election day is tomorrow, are you ready? Feds announce "partial" SNAP payments for November. A local law firm is part of a big merger. Plus, Jason goes in-depth with Dr. Steven Devine, NMDP's Chief Medical Officer, about some exciting new research out of Minnesota that could help save lives

4pm Hour: Jason talks with Kate Raddatz on the Radd Report - how early is too early to put up Christmas decorations? Then Star Tribune guest-columnist Andy Brehm joins the show to make the case for Tim Pawlenty to run for Senate.

Jason talks with Star Tribune guest-columnist Andy Brehm about why he thinks Tim Pawlenty should reconsider running for Senate. The former Governor has said he doesn't think he could get endorsed, but Andy disagrees.

Jason is joined by friend-of-the-show Kate Raddatz for their monthly chat! This month, why Kate thinks you can decorate "early" for Christmas. Plus some Halloween and time-change talk!

3pm Hour: Jason talks to the MN House Speaker Lisa Demuth who's announced she's running for Governor - what's her pitch to Minnesotans? Then he plays a clip from the President's "60 Minutes" interview - do you think we should go further with immigration raids?

Jason plays a clip from the President's interview on "60 Minutes". Do you think immigration raids need to go further? Listeners weigh in. (Photo by Jamie Kelter Davis/Getty Images)

Jason talks to the Speaker of the MN House, Rep. Lisa Demuth, who's thrown her hat into the ring to run for Governor. What's her pitch to Minnesota voters? Plus, local elections are tomorrow, are you planning to participate?

5pm Hour: On today's DeRush-Hour, Osseo Mayor Duane Poppe joins Jason to talk about the city deciding to open a municipal cannabis dispensary. Then Alec Lewis from The Athletic joins Jason to preview JJ McCarthy's return to action for the Vikings.

What does Alec Lewis expect to see from JJ McCarthy this weekend when he returns to action for the Vikings? Find out as he brings his weekly Purple Preview. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

On today's "DeRush-Hour" - a temporary reprieve for SNAP benefits? And how businesses are preparing for paid family leave. Plus, Osseo is considering a municipal cannabis dispensary. Jason talks with Mayor Duane Poppe.(Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

4pm Hour: Jason hosts another round of his game show as contestants try to win a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts restaurants on Card DeSharks. Then, what led a Philadelphia journalist to sue someone in the comment section?

It's always a good idea to avoid the comment section. But when a commenter calls a journalist a "pedo" and doubles down when challenged - well then it's time to draw a line. Jason talks with Victor Fiorello from Philadelphia Magazine about his experience.

Jason hosts another round of his game show. Take a listen as Scott and Woody battle over a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts restaurants on CARD DESHARKS!!!

3pm Hour: Jason sounds off on a story about "protecting" your pet on Halloween. Really?! Pet owners are a trip. Then he's joined by the Mayor of Minneapolis about running for a 3rd term.

Jason talks with the Mayor of Minneapolis about his reelection campaign and why he thinks he deserves another term. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)