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Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson fresh off some geese and duck hunting. Steve says the duck numbers are down this year but the wild rice harvest is NOT. He also credits the weather for being the reason why the deer aren't moving much yet. He can't wait for October and cooler temps to arrive.

It's a supersized edition of the Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson and Lindsey Brown. To kick off the two o'clock hour Steve touches on some of the narratives swirling around Major League Baseball. Lindsey voices her displeasure with those making money off of signed sports memorabilia. Lindsey then breaks down her visit to the Renaissance Festival last weekend and how she's fully really to invest in their brand of escapism. They wrap up the hour with some Lynx talk.

Stephen Clark covers spaceflight for ArsTechnica. He joins Steve Thomson to talk about the upcoming Artemis mission sending people towards the moon to set a new distance record for humans in space. Steve asks about the long term viability of the program in their mission of putting humans back on the moon. Stephen thinks the future is there especially with the rise of international competition and private companies investing in space flight. Stephen talks about Elon Musk's fascination with Mars and wonders if SpaceX will lose sight of their moon project. He also touches on the political motivations of further investment in space has had on different cities and their economies across America. Steve and Lindsey discuss the Vikings' international roadie where they're set to play the Steelers in Dublin, Ireland and the ongoing European domination at the Ryder Cup.

Stephen Clark covers spaceflight for ArsTechnica. He joins Steve Thomson to talk about the upcoming Artemis mission sending people towards the moon to set a new distance record for humans in space. Steve asks about the long term viability of the program in their mission of putting humans back on the moon. Stephen thinks the future is there especially with the rise of international competition and private companies investing in space flight. Stephen talks about Elon Musk's fascination with Mars and wonders if SpaceX will lose sight of their moon project. He also touches on the political motivations of further investment in space has had on different cities and their economies across America. https://arstechnica.com/author/stephenclark/

Steve and Lindsey begin the show talking about the late game dramatics in last night's Lynx loss to the Phoenix Mercury. Naphessa Collier was injured late and Cheryl Reeve had a few words to share about the game officials. Steve and Lindsey discuss the non call, Cheryl's comments and the state of women's sports. Steve and Lindsey also discuss what expectations should be for spectators especially during times of high tension. What's the line for fan behavior?

The meeting of the Steves knows no clock. Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson for his weekly appearance on the program to break down all things about the great Minnesota outdoors!

Steve Thomson and Lindsey Brown hanging out between the Twins/Guardians doubleheader. They touch on the Twins dropping their first game of the day, the Lynx upcoming semifinal matchup in the WNBA playoffs, and the Wild attempting to sign Kirill Kaprizov. Jonathan Lowe stops in to update College Football scores and finally understand hockey's icing rule.

Steve Thomson is joined by Bobby Nightengale who covers the Twins for the Star Tribune. They begin with the late season injury sustained by Pablo Lopez last night. They touch on today's double header, how both teams are driving to compete to close out the season despite missing the playoffs and potential player movement in the offseason.

A lot to get to with Dan Hayes of The Athletic, Kody Clemens makes history on Friday night, Pablo Lopez returns and it shows, Twins pitching top to bottom, expiring deals - that and much more with Dan! Then we lead ya up to the Twins pregame as they host the Arizona Diamondbacks on a Saturday night at Target Field!

We begin this hour going outdoors with Steve Carney and see how the ups and downs of the Minnesota weather has affected his fishing ventures, Jess Myers checks in to hopefully ease our minds when it comes to Kirill Kaprisov and Jonathan Lowe provides the latest with the College Football scoreboard and last night Kody Clemens joined Kirby, yes that Kirby in making Twins history!

Should we panic after reports of Kaprizov not accepting supposedly the highest NHL contract offer in history? Jess Myers of the Pioneer Press joins Steve to break it all down, should we be worried and can the Minnesota Wild retain their top star - we discuss!

Time to head outdoors with Steve Carney as we try to see where he is amid the unusual hot and cold temps of Minnesota as we all of a sudden have upper 70s and lower 80 degree temps!

Phil Miller from the Star Tribune joins Steve live from Kansas City ahead of a Twins tilt with the Royals. They chat about the uncertain stadium situation in Kansas City, the Royals chasing down their second consecutive playoff appearance, the Twins looking to rebound after a terrible week against the White Sox and the return of Pablo Lopez.

Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson for a chilly meeting of the Steves. He was reelin in Crappies this morning in deeper water before dodging some rainclouds. He also details some trouble hunting dove in South Dakota, he cites a change in local agriculture as a potential reason. Plus, an acorn crop for the ages. Steve and Lindsey break down what they've seen at the US Open this week with the Women's Final underway. They also touch on the Minnesota Lynx and the WNBA. Then, Jonathan Lowe joins the show to share college football scores as he does every Saturday in the fall y'all.

Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson for a chilly meeting of the Steves. He was reelin in Crappies this morning in deeper water before dodging some rainclouds. He also details some trouble hunting dove in South Dakota, he cites a change in local agriculture as a potential reason. Plus, an acorn crop for the ages.

The State Amateur Baseball tournament wraps up this holiday weekend. Herald Journal writer Kip Kovar breaks down the remaining contenders.

The Twins try to get a series win on Saturday night. Star Tribune writer Bobby Nightengale discusses the Home Nine, along with some other topics from around the world of MLB.

Ahead of Saturday night's tilt at Target Field, Steve catches up with the Star Tribune's Bobby Nighengale (Twins) and the Herald Journal's Kip Kovar (State Amateur tournament) to talk baseball.

MN DNR wildfire prevention specialist Karen Harrison joins Steve on the Fair porch to talk about the impacts of wildfires and how the public can help prevent them.

There's a cooldown coming in the weather, and that brings a smile to Steve Carney's face. He'll tell you why.

Steve Carney explains why he's excited for some cooler weather next week. Then, MN DNR wildfire prevention specialist Karen Harrison joins Steve Thomson on the State Fair porch. And we hear a rundown of the first big college football scoreboard of the season.

Ahead of Saturday night's Twins game, a pair of guys named Chris stop by our Fair booth. Former producer Chris Ellston reconnects with Steve and talks about the station's connection with his current employer, Lindus Construction. Then, current producer Chris Tubbs grabs a mic to chat a bit about some of the area's most-beloved teams (Twins, Vikings, Gopher football).

Minnesota State Trooper Troy Christianson visits our Fair porch to discuss the rules of the road, including the dangers of impaired driving and the need to watch out for motorcyclists.

MN DNR conservation officer Dustin Roemeling brings his new K9 partner, Cora, to our Fair porch. The officer discusses the program and how the K9 participants train for the position.

Outdoorsman Steve Carney gives us an update angling as the Summer season starts winding down.

It's a full hour on the State Fair porch. Steve is joined by outdoorsman Steve Carney, Paul Ryan of Shanghai Henry's, Dustin Roemeling of the MN DNR, and State Trooper Troy Christianson.

It's been a while since we've asked about the health of your pets. Dr. Jean Geske of VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital joins Steve at our Fair porch for a new edition of our "Ask the Vet" hour. She takes your questions on what's ailing your furry friends.

It has been one of the busiest weeks of Phil Miller's baseball writing career. Steve addresses the elephant in the room... the Pohlads choosing to retain control of the team. Phil talks a bit about what he saw from Joe Pohlad and his giddiness level when breaking the news to the public. He notes he hasn't seen much fury from fans at the ballpark but the opposite is true on social media platforms.

First, we go outdoors with Steve Carney who is itching for dove season to arrive but in the meantime gives his tips on the drop shot rig. Then, an update on the impending Gopher football season and the Minnesota Loons with Andy Greder. Steve and Lindsey speak to some State Fair romanticism as the Great Minnesota Get Together is only days away. Steve also provides an update on the MBA State Amateur Baseball Tournament. Finally, Matt Hodson from the Minnesota Twins stops by to talk about the Twins honoring the 1965 World Series team tonight at Target Field. Corey Koskie will also be inducted to the Twins Hall of Fame.

Plenty of buzz around Target Field this weekend! Matt Hodson from the Minnesota Twins stops by to talk about the Twins honoring the 1965 World Series team tonight at Target Field. Corey Koskie will also be inducted to the Twins Hall of Fame.

Andy Greder covers the Loons and the Gophers for the Pioneer Press. He does not own a rain gauge because he is not ready to become his father. The Gopher football opener is right around the corner and Drake Lindsey will be under center leading the offense. Andy talks about some of the early adjustments he's shown in practice and camp. They also get into Koi Perich's positional split on offense and defense. Andy think they will keep their fun stuff under wraps in non-conference play but expects Perich to be more than a gimmick presence on the offense. Steve asks about the fines and suspensions levied against the University of Michigan for their less than compliant National Championship season. Steve and Andy also get into some Loons talk and the frustration in not receiving any players during the transfer window while sending talent out during their more than solid season.

The meeting of the Steve's commences on a very rainy Saturday night. Carney has had enough of this weird summer of weather. He says the fishing is just okay and that he's waiting for things to cool off. In the meantime, he's been helping a nearby sanctuary with some problematic deer. The transition to the fall cannot come fast enough. He's been scouting deer stand spots and in the process desensitizing the nearby wildlife to his presence. Plus, Carney gets into the advantages of the drop shot rig.

Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for another installment! Topics include: Release of the iPhone 17 Apple falling behind in the AI industry iPhone cases Quick charge chargers The power of lithium batteries Where batteries are headed Tutorials on installing Linux Plus, Listener texts

Phil Miller covers the Minnesota Twins for the Star Tribune. He joins Steve Thomson ahead of the second game of the Twins/Royals series. The Twins have been winning some games despite trading away much of their roster at the deadline. Phil and Steve talk about Joe Ryan's experience around the deadline and how it feels in the locker room after so much change in so little time. As jarring as the trade deadline was, Phil thinks there were four months of not so inspiring baseball that led to so much upheaval. He also touches on unique ailments that some players are dealing with.

The full first hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson. First, a visit to the great Minnesota outdoors with Steve Carney who's itching for water fowl season. Then, Mark Forsman from the MBA joins to talk about the upcoming Minnesota Baseball Association State Tournament. Plus, Inside radio talk and Steve's past sugar intake Would Lindsey ever consider being a referee? Twins highlights

Mark Forsman is the President of the MBA. He joins Steve Thomson to talk about some of the changes to this year's brackets including a whole new class! https://minnesotabaseballassociation.org/

The meeting of the Steves as they do each and every Saturday. Carney is already scouting ducks for the upcoming season and he's predicting a big wild rice crop this year. Fishing has really slowed and Carney is waiting for the water temperature to change. He predicts it to be slow until October mostly because of all the food available to the fish that's making it difficult to reel them into the boat.

Bobby Nightengale covers the Minnesota Twins for the Star Tribune. He and Steve talk about the great start from Zebby Matthews in a low scoring win on Friday night. They also chat about the impending return of Bailey Ober to the rotation and his "work in progress" pitching mechanics. Plus, some nuggets about next week's trade deadline and reading the room the Twins find themselves in with seasons other than this year in mind.

It's the Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson! Steve Carney stops by to open the show up with some advice to take 5 days off next week for good fishing. Then, Steve and Lindsey mix it up with a variety of topics and tangents. Topics include: Corn sweat ruining Lindsey's dryland vibes Fogerty Ice Arena and other polar vortexes you can skate in Tour de France athletes & a great documentary on doping Highlights from last night's Twins win

Lots of rain means high water! Prepare accordingly and expect fishes in the shallows (STILL). Steve has never seen this behavior from fish and he cites changes in the water temperature for a potential reason why. Remember, with heavy rains that means there's more food to compete with for the attention of the fish. They also talk about the upcoming Game Fair and all the hunting openers, summer goes quick!

Phil Miller who covers the Twins for the Star Tribune joins Steve Thomson ahead of the second game of the Twins/Rockies series out in Denver. They talk about last night's loss, the joy of Byron Buxton and the return to the mound for Zebby Matthews tonight after only one rehab start.

It's the Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson. In the second hour of the program we are first joined by Andy Greder who's covering the Loons out in Portland and touch on some Gopher football. Then, Lindsey Brown talks about what she's seeing on WNBA social media channels during All Star Weekend in Indianapolis. Finally, an update from Jimmy Lonetti who's in Denver watching the Twins/Rockies series.