Jason DeRusha "DriveTime with DeRusha": On your drive home, get caught up on the day's headlines thru Jason's unique lens. Newsmaking guests on the biggest stories, engaging topics for fans to call in & participate with, and Jason's commentary, humor and
The Drivetime with DeRusha podcast, hosted by Jason DeRusha, is an absolute gem in the world of podcasts. I have been a dedicated follower of Jason for years and his unique take on everything never fails to captivate me. Whether it's discussing current events, interviewing fascinating guests, or simply sharing personal anecdotes, Jason always manages to strike the perfect balance between being informative and delightful.
One of the best aspects of The Drivetime with DeRusha podcast is Jason's ability to bring out the best in his guests. His interviewing skills are top-notch as he effortlessly engages with them and extracts valuable insights on a wide range of topics. Whether it's talking to experts in their respective fields or having conversations with everyday people who have interesting stories to share, Jason has a way of making each episode feel like a captivating journey.
Another aspect that sets this podcast apart is Jason's easy-going and relatable personality. He comes across as your next-door neighbor; someone you can easily connect with and relate to. Despite being incredibly brilliant in so many areas, he never takes himself too seriously and that's what makes him so endearing. He brings a refreshing authenticity that is often lacking in other podcasts, making every episode feel like a casual conversation among friends.
However, no podcast is without its flaws. One minor drawback I have noticed is that at times, certain episodes might lack depth in terms of exploration and analysis. While Jason does an excellent job at engaging with his guests and presenting various perspectives on different topics, there are instances where deeper discussions could be beneficial for a more thorough understanding.
In conclusion, The Drivetime with DeRusha podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone looking for an informative yet entertaining experience. The combination of Jason's unique perspective, engaging interview style, and relatable personality make this podcast a standout in its genre. With every episode leaving you wanting more, it's no wonder that Jason has gained a dedicated following over the years. So if you're in search of a podcast that will both educate and entertain you, look no further than The Drivetime with DeRusha podcast.
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On Wednesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm Hour: Tom Homan says 700 ICE agents are leaving - are you optimistic, or skeptical? Then are you ready for the Big Game? Tracy Perlman checks in for her weekly visit with her favorite Super Bowl snack. 4pm Hour: Amy (Koch) Frederiksen joins Jason to talk about last night's caucuses and the results of their Governor's race straw poll - what does that mean going forward? Then he talks with Fox 9's Paul Blume who was in federal court yesterday as an attorney had a very "human" moment. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Jim Stuart from the MN Sheriff's Association to talk about what led to the 700 ICE Agents leaving. Then we find out what's grinding your gears this week on ENOUGH!!!
Wednesday 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Jim Stuart from the MN Sheriff's Association to talk about their discussions with ICE that seems to have lead to the start of a draw-down. Then - what's grinding your gears this week? Jason and listeners vent their spleens on ENOUGH!!!
What's grinding your gears this week? Jason talks with listeners as they share what they've had ENOUGH of this week.
On "The Lead"... 700 agents are leaving town... a DOJ attorney is overwhelmed... and the GOP straw poll results are in. Then Jason goes "In Depth" with Jim Stuart, the Executive Director of the MN Sheriff's Association, about their talks with ICE and how it led to the start of a drawdown. (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images)
Wednesday 4pm Hour: last night was caucus night in MN. Who won the GOP straw poll for governor and what does that mean for the rest of the field? Jason talks with Amy (Koch) Frederiksen. Then Fox 9's Paul Blume joins the show. He was in court yesterday when an overworked federal attorney had a very human moment.
Jason talks to Fox 9 reporter Paul Blume who was in court yesterday when a federal attorney had a "human moment" as he puts it, feeling overwhelmed by the immigration case load.
Jason talks to GOP analyst and former MN Senate Majority Leader Amy (Koch) Frederiksen about last night's straw polls at the GOP caucuses. Who was the big winner and what does it mean for the rest of the field?
Wednesday 3pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners about Tom Homan's announcement that ICE would be drawing down 700 agents today. Good start? Not enough? Are you optimistic? Skeptical? How are we feeling? (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images)
Tracy Perlman joins the show for her weekly visit - what's her favorite Super Bowl snack? And... is it time to stop naming kids Jeffery?
Jason talks with listeners about the announcement from Tom Homan today that ICE is drawing down 700 agents from Minnesota. Are you optimistic? Skeptical? How do people feel? (Photo by John Moore/Getty Images)
After a full day of partnering with so many amazing people joining the shows and Jason chats with the person in charge of it all - the Chief Executive Officer of Second Harvest Heartland Sarah Moberg who shares the networking involved with putting together meals and meeting the moment with people who need help the most and the impact her and Second Harvest Heartland are making especially after a full day of generosity with the ‘End Hunger Together' Radiothon!
It starts at the top when it comes to ending hunger - Jodi Bahl, the new Chair of Second Harvest Heartland joined Jason to share her mission, her passion for helping others when it comes to her and her board at Second Harvest Heartland it is the primary mission for those at work and she shares with Jason why helping end hunger is so important and personal for her as well as the work Second Harvest Heartland does in the community!
It is not just the Minneapolis and Saint Paul areas that are seeking help when it comes to finding their next meal - it is also the suburbs such as Maple Grove or Wayzata or Maplewood where food shelves and Second Harvest alike do their work and Jeremy Mertes is the General Manager for Lexus of Maplewood and shares his passion to help the community!
Many view SNAP as just a way to help provide food but we were joined by someone who was able to see the multifaceted benefits of the SNAP program from food to even education - Ashley DePover of the Neighbor Advisory Council shares her story and how she became an advocate for the SNAP program.
So many helpful volunteers at today's 'End Hunger Together' Radiothon and Maddie Archbold is one of them - she is the Sr. Cause Marketing & Events Specialist and Co-Lead for the Radiothon chats with Jason about the many amazing board members that work collectively to make this happen whether it is her, Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch among many, many others and she discusses the magic about how one dollar is able to stretch for one meal with your support of Second Harvest Heartland!
So many children struggle within families that cannot afford to find their next meal - we talked to Michael Arenson of Hennepin Healthcare who discusses the importance of nutrition and the need for families to keep their children fed and in good health - he also deep dives into the current struggles people face when it comes to not leaving their home, the current state of SNAP benefits for families and much more!
On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: Jason starts the show talking about the potential long-term harm to Minnesota businesses by the ICE surge and all that's stemmed from it. Are we concerned enough? Then, should a football GM get to take two weeks of paternity leave? 4pm Hour: Jason's joined by Kate Raddatz for The Radd Report - are you in the thick of Summer Camp registration hell? Then, why some of you are making the ICE situation even worse. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Chris Magan from the Star Tribune who reports on an Ecuadorian family seeking refugee status, who decided to self-deport. Then Dave Schwarts joins the show talking Vikings, Twins, Wolves and Wild!
Monday 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Star Tribune reporter Chris Magan on his reporting of a Ecuadorian family seeking refugee status that has decided to self-deport. Then Dave Schwartz talks Vikings, Twins, Wolves and Wild! (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Jason talks to our friend Dave Schwartz about an interesting weekend in sports - executives moving on... All Star Rosters and Olympic breaks... plus much more! (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
On "The Lead" ... body cams for ICE, MN shout-outs on the Grammys and more! Then Jason goes "In Depth" with Star Tribune reporter Chris Magan who talked to a family from Ecuador who'd been seeking refugee status, and has decided to self-deport.
Monday 4pm Hour: Jason's joined by Kate Raddatz for the Radd Report - are you in the thick of summer camp registration hell?! Then Jason responds to a Minneapolis neighborhood trying to erect a barricade to check cars for ICE agents - some of y'all are just making things worse.
Jason talks about a story of a Minneapolis neighborhood that built a barricade to check out-of-state vehicles for ICE forcing police to come and take it down. Between that and the hotel protests, some of y'all are making things worse. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
Jason talks with friend-of-the-show and PR maven Kate Raddatz monthly on The Radd Report. Today - the crazy rush to get your kids signed up for summer camp, a Wordle rule change, and fido wants to go to college?
Monday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about multiple surveys showing the short term impact of the ICE surge on MN businesses, and wonders how long that impact will last. Then, part of the discussion over the Vikings GM being fired touches on taking two weeks of paternity leave during training camp - are there some jobs where you just can't take leave like that? (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Jason talks about the reporting that one of the issues that contributed to the Vikings GM being fired was his taking two weeks of paternity leave in the middle of training camp. Jason thinks there are some jobs where you just can't do that. Do you agree? (Photo by Brace Hemmelgarn/Getty Images)
Jason talks about a local business survey that should send up some serious red flags to those who care about the economic health of MN. But are listeners actually concerned about it? (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)
On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: another big protest in Minneapolis - what's the best way to help the community? Then attorney Joe Tamburino talks about the Feds arresting journalists over a protest. 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another exciting edition of Card DeSharks. Then he talks with Chef Sean Sherman from Owamni who's just back from DC talking about immigration reform. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour: is this a particularly bad pothole season? And Jason talks to a pair of beat writers about the departures of Derek Falvey from the Twins and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah from the Vikings.
Friday 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes in-depth with Sean Kershaw from the City of St. Paul - is this year particularly bad for potholes? Then Jason talks with a pair of reporters, Dan Hayes & Alec Lewis from The Athletic - about the departure of Derek Falvey from the Twins and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah from the Vikings. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Jason talks with Dan Hayes from the Athletic about Derek Falvey and the Twins agreeing to mutually part ways. Then he talks with Alec Lewis, also from The Athletic, about the Vikings firing GM Kwesi Adofo Mensah.
On "The Lead" - a "Black Friday" for MN sports executives... journalists arrested by the Feds... and another protest in Minneapolis. Then Jason goes "In Depth" with Sean Kershaw from the City of St. Paul - is this a particularly bad year for pot holes? (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)
Friday 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another exciting edition of his game-show - Card DeSharks! Then he's joined by Sean Sherman from Owamni joins Jason after a trip to Washington to meet with Sen. Tina Smith with a petition for immigration reform.
Chef Sean Sherman from Owamni joins Jason after a trip to Washington to share a petition with Senator Tina Smith involving immigration and the need for reform.
Jason hosts another edition of the most moderately growing afternoon drive card-based game show in the northern portion of the Midwest... Joe and Vikas battle it out for a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts restaurants on CARD DESHARKS!!!
Friday 3pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners about how to best support their community as another protest takes place in downtown Minneapolis. Then attorney Joe Tamburino joins the show to talk about the arrest of a pair of journalists who covered the protest in a St. Paul church.
Don Lemon and Georgia Fort were arrested this morning for their roles in the protest in a St. Paul church. They claimed to be covering the event as journalists. Is there a legal definition of a journalist? That and more legal news with attorney Joe Tamburino.
As the show started, another major protest passed by in downtown Minneapolis. Jason talks with listeners about what's the best way to support our community.
On Thursday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about Border Czar Tom Homan's comments - do you feel optimistic or skeptical? Then he talks with Sharon McMahon from "Sharon Says So" - what can we learn from recent events? 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Dakota County Sheriff Joe Leko - what does "let ICE into the jails" look like? Then on DeRusha Eats he talks with Jeff and Breanna from Wrecktangle Pizza about being in the thick of the ICE surge. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour - Meet Minneapolis has survey data on the effect of ICE's surge on local businesses. Plus, how does Amy Klobuchar announcing her run for governor change things?
Thursday 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Meet Minneapolis about how the ICE surge is hurting local businesses. Then, Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official - she's running for Governor. How does that change the race?
Jason talks about Sen. Amy Klobuchar's official announcement that she's running for Governor. How much does that change things? And somebody from Noon-3 even checks in.
On "The Lead" - Border Czar Tom Homan holds a press conference... a judge blasts ICE... and another day of protest? Then Jason goes "In Depth" with Courtney Ries from Meet Minneapolis on the impact of the immigration enforcement surge on local business.
Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Dakota County Sheriff Joe Leko about his county's interactions with ICE and how the federal government communicates with their jail. Then on DeRusha Eats, Jason talks with Breanna Evans & Jeff Rogers from Wrecktangle Pizza about the impact of the ICE surge on their business and community. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
Jason talks with Breanna Evans & Jeff Rogers from Wrecktangle Pizza in Minneapolis on DeRusha Eats. What's it been like being in the thick of immigration operations, and how can people help?
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