Paul Allen brings the energy 9 to Noon on KFAN. Voice of the Vikings and funny enough he's the head cheerleader too!
The Paul Allen podcast is a must-listen for any sports fan, especially those who are fans of Minnesota sports teams. Hosted by Paul Allen and his trusty producer Nordo, this show offers a perfect blend of sports knowledge, humor, and entertaining banter. With a focus on the Minnesota Vikings, this podcast provides in-depth analysis and coverage of all things related to the team, making it a go-to source for fans who want to stay up to date on their favorite football franchise.
One of the best aspects of The Paul Allen podcast is the chemistry between Paul Allen and Nordo. Their dynamic is infectious and keeps listeners engaged throughout the show. Paul Allen's vast sports knowledge shines through as he delves into various topics with expertise and passion. He wears his heart on his sleeve when it comes to the Vikings, making for compelling listening during football season. Nordo adds an extra layer of humor and entertainment to the show with his quick wit and ability to rap.
The worst aspect of this podcast is that it could benefit from more diversity in its coverage. While it excels in its Vikings analysis, there is room for improvement when it comes to covering other local sports teams like MN United. Additionally, some listeners may find that there is an overwhelming focus on the Vikings during training camp rather than discussing other relevant sporting events happening at that time.
In conclusion, The Paul Allen podcast is a top-notch show for Minnesota sports fans who want comprehensive coverage of their favorite teams, especially the Vikings. With Paul Allen's extensive knowledge and passion for sports paired with Nordo's comedic contributions, this podcast offers an enjoyable listening experience that will keep you entertained no matter where you're located. Whether you're craving insightful analysis or just looking for some laughs along the way, The Paul Allen podcast delivers on all fronts.

Wild lose Game 4 to the Avs last night, so that dominates the early part of the show, followed by Mary Rominger, a TV reporter in San Antonio who helps set the stage for Game 5 Wolves/Spurs!

PP's Dane Mizutani is in studio with PA on the Vikings and Wild!

Is Wemby "transcendent?" That starts the final hour before Ryan Carter joins to continue the recap of the Wild's loss last night in Game 4!

PA opens the show chatting with Wolves HC Chris Finch about last night's big time Game 4 vs San Antonio. Tenna B joins PA live at Tria Rink to break down all things Wild/Avs.

Pat Micheletti calls in to continue the hockey conversation. Wild GM Bill Guerin stops by to reminisce on his playing days and talk Wild/Avs.

Parker Fox joins PA live from Tria Rink to talk Wolves/Spurs Game 4. Plus, the vox of all voxes ever to vox Alan Roach calls in to chat Wild/Avs.

Greg Coleman joins during the opening segment due to yesterday's news that former Vikings TE and radio analyst, Joe Senser, passed away at 69yrs old. Wild coach John Hynes follows, before the Athletic's Joe Smith hops on to continue the hockey conversation.

The Athletic's Alec Lewis is in studio on Vikings rookie camp, the addition of Jauan Jennings to the WR room and more!

Along with a cameo by former station boss Doug Westerman, PA shares some Skol Stories and memories of his friend and colleague, Joe Senser.

Nordo opens the show breaking down the Wolves big loss to the Spurs in game 2 with Trent Tucker and dives into some texts/talkbacks on all things MN sports.

Ben Leber stops by the studio to talk Vikings minicamp, Wild, & more.

It's all Wild in the final hour of the show as Michael Russo and Kevin Falness join Nordo to discuss all things Wild/Avs.

Wild lose 5-2 and are now down 0-2 in the series with the Avalanche, so we focus most of the hour on reaction and listener talkbacks around the hockey team's woes.

Anthony Lapanta in for most of the middle stretch on the Wild's loss in Denver, before Spurs radio vox Dan Weiss joins to chat about the series in San Antonio!

Talkbacks and fodder for half the final hour before Dane Moore joins us from San Antonio to preview Game 2 Wolves/Spurs!

Wolves win Game 1 last night, so montage, talkers and talkbacks on the howl throughout the first hour!

Ben Goessling in studio for a long segment on the Purple, then Alan Roach joins on Wild/Avs from the Mile High City!

Kevin Gorg in studio for most of the final hour on Game 2 Wild/Avs, then a brief ode to one of the greatest radio sports broadcasters in history.

The 9-6 final in Denver for game 1 of Wild/Avs is where we start on a Monday morning! On the back end, you'll hear former Wild coach Bruce Boudreau breaking down the Wild and NHL playoffs!

Pat Micheletti joins to continue chatting out the Wild debacle in Denver last night, before we run through listener talkbacks and talkers off Game 1!

Parker Fox in studio for an extended segment on the Wolves and NBA playoffs, then a replay of Finch from earlier, before the postgame and final thoughts!

The Wolves and Wild both advanced to the 2nd round of the NBA and NHL playoffs! Whole hour, including a cold-call to Wolves coach Chris Finch and a ton of listener talkbacks, is dedicated to the Ws!

The Athletic's Alec Lewis is in studio with a mix of purple and Wolves/Wild talkers, then Canterbury Park's Angela Hermann helps us prepare for the Kentucky Derby!

Alan Roach, voice of US Bank Stadium and Ball Arena(Avs), joins PA to chat about the upcoming Wild series in Denver....Then Wes Walz joins to recap the win and look ahead to Colorado as well!

92Noon! Edzo - TR - Moose

92Noon! Jonny - NDN - Hynes

#92Noon! Russo - Oliver Moore - Post Game

Parker Fox and Taylor Heise join to open the show, then the Athletic's Joe Smith follows to break down Wild's game 5 win last night!

Some NFC North draft conversation, follwed by Derby opinions from long time journalist and handicapper Dick Jerardi!

Tenna B in studio for a long Wild segment, followed by talkbacks and fodder to the finish!

Wolves lose Game 5 last night in Denver, Wild play game 5 tonight in Dallas, and we're still looking back at the NFL draft and how the Vikings fared. Talkbacks and talkers throughout the first hour!

Strib's Ben Goessling in studio for most of the hour on Vikings draft and GM search!

Anthony Lapanta joins from Dallas to help preview Game 5 of Wild/Stars tonight! Then, more Wolves talkbacks and fodder rest of the way.

Wild and Wolves both win on Saturday, so a celebration is in order! Wolves coach Chris Finch joins in the open to give thoughts on the series and unfortunate injury situation that became a big story out of game 4, some opinions on the Vikings selections in the NFL draft, then hear PA's chat with new Vikes DT Caleb Banks to wrap the opening hour!

Pat Micheletti opens the hour on the Wild after Boldy & bunch tied up the series over the weekend, then Pete Bercich helps us break down some of the Vikings draft selections!

Parker Fox in studio for most of the final hour on the Wolves/Nuggets series, with game 5 tonight!

92Noon! Banks and a Beat Down - Talkbacks - Roach

#92Noon! Lewis - Vikes - KOC

Charch sticks in studio from the Power Trip to start getting draft vibes moving, then Dane Moore hits us with opinions on Wolves/Nuggets, then more draft analysis from ESPN's Jordan Reid!

Running through what feels like 50 different scenarios for Vikings at pick 18, with Leber in studio!

Russo Radio starts the hour on the Wild's loss last night, then Ryan Blackburn joins to chat up tonight's game 3 with Wolves/Nuggets!

Wild coach John Hynes kicks off the show before tonight's game 3, then the Strib's Chris Hine joins on the Wolves ahead of their own game 3 tomorrow night!

The Athletic's Alec Lewis is in studio for Vikings fodder for most the hour!

John Harris with an extended pre-draft segment, then some Monday Mock fodder before John Hynes is replayed for listeners that missed it earlier!