Drivetime with DeRusha

On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: Jason went to NYC with family this weekend and noticed the different ideas on how to vacation: are you a "go go go" person? Or are you looking to relax? Then he welcomes Marine veteran Zach Johnson in-studio to talk about "Roger Up" and how he's trying to help veterans with their mental health. 4pm Hour: Brooklyn Park Police Chief Mark Bruley joins Jason to offer some points of clarification on new documents released detailing the investigation that led to Vance Boelter's arrest. Then he's joined by Leili Fatehi to talk about 4/20 - is the bit helping or harming the legit cannabis business. And finally, is Governor Walz right in seeking to direct Democrats to reach out to rural towns? 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour Jason goes "In Depth" with Matt Leiseth from Downtown Moorhead, Inc. about their downtown renovation project. Then Dave Schwartz joins the show to talk about the Wild and Wolves in Game 2's tonight, and the Twins bullpen problems.

Monday 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour Jason goes "In Depth" with Matt Leiseth from Downtown Moorhead, Inc. about their downtown renovation project. Then Dave Schwartz joins the show to talk about the Wild and Wolves in Game 2's tonight, and the Twins bullpen problems.

Dave Schwartz joins Jason each Monday to talk sports. Today they talk about the Wild and Wolves and what may be different in their Game 2's. Plus, the Twins had a really bad weekend - what needs fixing?

On "The Lead" Jason talks about a new CEO for Apple, tariff refunds, the State of St. Paul and more. Then he goes "In Depth" with Matt Leiseth, the President and CEO of Downtown Moorhead, Inc., about their celebration of a newly renovated downtown area.

Monday 4pm Hour: Brooklyn Park Police Chief Mark Bruley joins Jason to offer some points of clarification on new documents released detailing the investigation that led to Vance Boelter's arrest. Then he's joined by Leili Fatehi to talk about 4/20 - is the bit helping or harming the legit cannabis business. And finally, is Governor Walz right in seeking to direct Democrats to reach out to rural towns?

Jason talks with listeners about Gov. Walz's new PAC which is directing the attention of Democrats back towards smaller, rural towns. Is it the right message from the wrong messenger?

It's the first 4/20 with the legal cannabis business in Minnesota up and running. Jason wonders if the "4/20" bit actually hurts normalizing the industry. He talks with Leili Fatehi, Owner of Crested River Cannabis Company.

Brooklyn Park PD Chief Mark Bruley was listening when Jason talked about records being released today with new details into the Vance Boelter investigation and wanted to offer some clarifications.

Monday 3pm Hour: Jason went to NYC with family this weekend and noticed the different ideas on how to vacation: are you a "go go go" person? Or are you looking to relax? Then he welcomes Marine veteran Zach Johnson in-studio to talk about "Roger Up" and how he's trying to help veterans with their mental health.

Zach Johnson is a Marine veteran who runs Roger Up, an initiative to help veterans with mental health resources - especially involving the outdoors. He joins Jason to talk about how they met and what he hopes to accomplish.

Jason was in NYC on vacation with family - he's a "go go go" guy... but some of the family isn't. So how do you vacation? Then he talks about breaking news of records being released that start to detail the investigation that led to the arrest of Vance Boelter for shooting MN legislators.

On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm: Dan Cook hosts for Jason - are you feeling the K-shaped economy? Plus a pair of lawmakers are trying to stop local governments from signing NDA's with tech companies. 4pm: It's another exciting edition of Card DeSharks as Scott and Jeff battle for a $50 Jester Concepts restaurant gift card! Plus, Jess Myers from the Pioneer Press gives us a Wild playoff preview. 5pm: What's bothering Dan about the back-and-forth between President Trump and Pope Leo? Plus, another reason why the death penalty is a problem in the Boelter case. And Dan Hayes talks about the Twins hot start - is it sustainable?

Today, we're putting on some sparkly slippers and travelling over the rainbow to the land of Oz. In this episode, we'll get a preview of a boots on the ground from Audacy podcasters who visited the Oz museum in Wamego, Kansas. Before we do that, well also hear about “zombie fish” that sound like they would be more at home in one of Baum's tales than in real life and a modern-day invention that's making us think of the “Emerald Glasses” featured in the first Oz book. And of course, our Oz-themed journey wouldn't be complete without a tornado. Featuring audio from the Dana & Parks show out of KMBZ in Kansas City, WWJ Newsradio in Detroit, KCBS Radio in the Bay Area and Own the Road with Kelli and Bob out of KRLD 1080 in Dallas.

To kick off the final hour of Drivetime for the week Dan finally gives his informed take on the Pope Leo vs POTUS dramas that have driven headlines in the last couple weeks. Then, Dan talks about the death penalty in the case of Vance Boelter. Dan Hayes makes his regular Friday appearance to wrap the show.

Dan Hayes joins Drivetime every Friday and today it's a special Dan fully loaded edition. Cook asks if he's surprised at how well the Twins have performed early in this season. The Dans parse through some of the trends that help explain their strong start. Hayes speaks to the buy in he's seen from certain players and what opposing managers have noticed about the club. Cook asks how much credit should be given to new manager Derek Shelton. In their second segment, the Dans talk about the sustainability of success.

The full second hour of Drivetime with DeRusha for Friday, April 17th, 2026. Card DeSharks with Dan and Laura from the top, a visit with Jess Myers leads us back to the top of the hour.

Jess Myers covers the Minnesota Wild for the Pioneer Press. The Wild are slated to face the Dallas Stars in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Jess and Dan talk about a video the Stars put out on social media about the shared history of the two franchises. Jess also breaks down the big news of the day… Jesper Wallstedt will tend the crease in game 1. In their second segment Dan and Jess talk about the pressure on the Wild/this iteration of the team to make it out of the first round.

Card DeSharks kicks off the 4pm hour on Fridays. Dan Cook and Laura Oakes guide Scottie and Jeff through a space travel themed edition today.

Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown in on a Friday edition of Drivetime w/ DeRusha! To open the show, Dan and Lindsey start with a conversation about the local economy and how it's being affected by people cutting back on leisure spending. They chat with the listeners about how they're cutting back. Rep. Emma Greenman (DFL, District 63B) and Rep. Drew Roach (R, District 58B) from the Minnesota Legislature stop by to talk about their bipartisan bill targeting Non-Disclosure Agreements that they've co-authored. Dan asks about what the bill would do, what detractors are saying in opposition and the support they've rallied from both sides of the aisle. Lindsey and Dan wrap the hour with a report of a Nutella shortage in at least one store.

Rep. Emma Greenman (DFL, District 63B) and Rep. Drew Roach (R, District 58B) from the Minnesota Legislature stop by to talk about their bipartisan bill targeting Non-Disclosure Agreements that they've co-authored. Dan asks about what the bill would do, what detractors are saying in opposition and the support they've rallied from both sides of the aisle.

The full Drivetime with DeRusha episode for April 16th, 2026. Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown in studio. Guests include Joe Tamburino, Alex Hassan, Marcus Fuller and Dr. Damennick Henry!

The full and final hour of Drivetime w/ DeRusha for Thursday, April 16th, 2026. Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown in studio. To open the third hour and final hour of the program Dan and Lindsey talk about the NFL's image problem with the developing Mike Vrabel/Dianna Russini drama. They wrap with a conversation with Dr. Damennick Henry and things we learned from Artemis II.

Dr. Damennick Henry is a Professor of Engineering at the University of the Minnesota. He stops in to talk about the Artemis II mission with Space Dude Dan. Dan begins by asking Dr. Henry about his highlights of the mission and things that surprised him. They discuss what happens to the astronauts post-splashdown, what Dr. Henry works on at the U and how to maintain momentive interest in the space program for Artemis III and Artemis IV. They also chat about figuring out the space toilet.

The full second hour of Drivetime with DeRusha for Thursday, April 16th, 2026. Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown in studio for Jason. Marcus Fuller from the Star Tribune stops by.

Marcus Fuller and the Strib Varsity have a two week series running about Minnesota state high school transfer rules. He joins Dan Cook to discuss why they're dedicating so much attention to this issue, how the issue has evolved and grown over recent years and the impact on the young athlete. They also chat about those who game the system and the trickle down effect that the current state of college athletics has.

The full first hour of the Drivetime with DeRusha for Thursday April 16th, 2026. Guests include Joe Tamburino and Alex Hassan.

Alex Hassan is the Assistant General Manager of the Minnesota Twins. He joins Dan Cook on Drivetime today to talk about the great run the Twins have been on early this season. Dan asks Alex about feelings they had about this roster internally ahead of the season. Alex runs through some of their offseason planning and how it's set them up for unexpected success. Dan and Alex then chat about individual performances that have exceeded his expectations. Dan asks about Taj Bradley and how he has performed off the mound, Alex details some of the pitches that Taj has improved. Dan also asks the Twins' aggressiveness in using the ABS system.

Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown in on a Thursday edition of Drivetime w/ DeRusha! To open the show, Joe Tamburino, owner of Tamburino Law Group stops by to parse through the news of an ICE agent being charged for allegedly pointing his gun on two motorists while driving on the shoulder of the cross town during Operation Metro Surge. Dan asks about the parameters of Second Degree Assault in the state of Minnesota. He also asks Joe if he's surprised that the charges were brought in this case.

On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 4pm: after the Twins game, Jason wonders what new players should do with their day off tomorrow? Then he wonders if fans are mad about the fracturing of the sports media market - are you sick of paying for streaming to find games? Then find out why he's absolutely HAD IT with all the nonsensical impeachment efforts. 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour Jason goes "In Depth" with Erin Pash, one of the co-owners of "Pot Mamas" about opening their second dispensary in the metro. Then it's time to vent our spleens. Find out what's grinding our gears on ENOUGH!!!

Wednesday 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour Jason goes "In Depth" with Erin Pash, one of the co-owners of "Pot Mamas" about opening their second dispensary in the metro. Then it's time to vent our spleens. Find out what's grinding our gears on ENOUGH!!!

What's grinding your gears this week? Jason and listeners vent their spleens on what we like to call, "ENOUGH!!!"

Jason catches you up with the latest headlines in the news. Then he goes "In Depth" with Erin Pash, one of the co-owners of "Pot Mamas" which recently opened their second dispensary in the metro area.

Wednesday 4pm Hour: after the Twins game, Jason wonders what new players should do with their day off tomorrow? Then he wonders if fans are mad about the fracturing of the sports media market - are you sick of paying for streaming to find games? Then find out why he's absolutely HAD IT with all the nonsensical impeachment efforts.

We can't just disagree with political results/actions anymore. Now everything is grounds for impeachment. Whether it's the governor, AG or even the President - Jason's had it with impeachment nonsense!

Following a Twins day game, Jason asks the audience what new players should go do on their off day tomorrow? Then, a Wisconsin senator wants to make nationally streamed games more available to local audience. Makes sense, doesn't it?

On Tuesday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm: Jason talks about the rash of infidelity stories in the news - is cheating more common now? Or are we just getting caught more often? Then he talks with the new anchor at KARE 11 who debuts tonight, Kevin Holmes! 4pm: Jason talks to his favorite advice columnist, Adrienne Lee, about a host of relationship questions. Then on DeRusha Eats, Rachel Ingber joins the show with an awesome idea to create a family heirloom. 5pm: Jason talks about some negative news for Minneapolis, and positive news for St. Paul and Ramsey County. Do we need to take bigger swings in revitalizing the downtowns?

Tuesday 5pm Hour: Jason talks about some negative news for Minneapolis, and positive news for St. Paul and Ramsey County. Do we need to take bigger swings in revitalizing the downtowns?

Jason talks about some negative news for Minneapolis, and positive news for St. Paul and Ramsey County. Do we need to take bigger swings in revitalizing the downtowns?

On "The Lead" ... Spring Lake Park schools had a cyber attack... the retired St. Paul Fire Chief has a new job... why is @joshlilj banned from St Paul Parks... and more. Then Jason goes "In Depth" with attorney Joe Tamburino on a couple of stories - can Ramsey County investigate ICE for kidnapping? And can the Minneapolis Mayor "veto" the Council disapproving a commissioner pick?

Tuesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks to his favorite advice columnist, Adrienne Lee, about a host of relationship questions. Then on DeRusha Eats, Rachel Ingber joins the show with an awesome idea to create a family heirloom.

Jason welcomes Rachel Ingber in studio to talk about her awesome cookbook business and how you can create a legacy item for your family - that's on today's DeRusha Eats!

How do you talk about opening up your relationship? Is an office romance a bad idea? Our favorite advice columnist Adrienne Lee joins us with thoughts on these questions and more!