The Morning Scramble Podcast

Eric DEMANDS A Refund! Help guide Middle Amana Jones on his quest by telling Ben about your garage sale on the ‘Z Finds’ page at kzia.com Get ready to party Iowa City—the Downtown Block Party is back Saturday, June 27th. Iowa City's signature summer festival is full of activities and entertainment, and The Morning Scramble can send you with two ... Read more

We Never Said We Were Engineers! Help guide Middle Amana Jones on his quest by telling Ben about your garage sale on the ‘Z Finds’ page at kzia.com Being a parent is not easy; there’s new issues to tackle every day. The Morning Scramble needs to help one local mom with her ‘Momtroversy.’ She wants to know: “how ... Read more

Clare Is No Comedian… Help guide Middle Amana Jones on his quest by telling Ben about your garage sale on the ‘Z Finds’ page at kzia.com June is jam-packed with lots of great events including Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival events. The Morning Scramble has a rich tradition of participating in the annual Cardboard Boat Regatta. This year, they’ve entered ... Read more

Producer Ben Is Looking Up Naughty Stuff In The Dictionary! Help guide Middle Amana Jones on his quest by telling Ben about your garage sale on the ‘Z Finds’ page at kzia.com The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories ... Read more

You Have To Try This NEW PIE!! The Morning Scramble Invented Baked Bean Apple Pie! Clare has the latest pop culture updates in Z’s Sleaze!

What Is Living Inside Eric’s Garage? Help guide Middle Amana Jones on his quest by telling Ben about your garage sale on the ‘Z Finds’ page at kzia.com. Eric has the latest pop culture update’s in Z’s Sleaze!

Eric Embarrassed Himself In a 5th Grade Classroom! Help guide Middle Amana Jones on his quest by telling Ben about your garage sale on the ‘Z Finds’ page at kzia.com The Morning Scramble was invited to teach a lesson to kindergarteners at Longfellow Elementary in Marion. Tune in to hear their lesson on storytelling as the class’s “Celebrity ... Read more

You Put WHAT In Your Mouth!?? Help guide Middle Amana Jones on his quest by telling Ben about your garage sale on the ‘Z Finds’ page at kzia.com It’s summertime! One of your backyard BBQ staples is baked beans and Bush’s Baked Beans is kicking off summer with some limited edition flavors: Dill Pickle, Apple Pie, and Rocket ... Read more

Producer Ben Bought WHAT!? This Weekend?? Help guide Middle Amana Jones on his quest by telling Ben about your garage sale on the ‘Z Finds’ page at kzia.com The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories of their adventures, and ... Read more

That Doesn’t Sound Right… Clare gets nerdy with this weeks edition of Nerd News! Let’s take some spins on the Wheel of Useless Knowledge!

Why Was Kate PLASTERED In The Z Studio Last Night!? The Morning Scramble is doing a little spring cleaning and we want your help! What do you love about the show? What needs to change? We’re putting together a Focus Group and if you’d like to participate; sign up at kzia.com. The Morning Scramble is ... Read more

Did Clare Get Caught ABDUCTING Children!? The Morning Scramble is doing a little spring cleaning and we want your help! What do you love about the show? What needs to change? We’re putting together a Focus Group and if you’d like to participate; sign up at kzia.com. McDonald’s teaming up with Netflix to create new ... Read more

Producer Ben Thwapped Strangers Over The Weekend! The Morning Scramble is doing a little spring cleaning and we want your help! What do you love about the show? What needs to change? We’re putting together a Focus Group and if you’d like to participate; sign up at kzia.com. The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly ... Read more

Why Am I being Punished!? The Morning Scramble is doing a little spring cleaning and we want your help! What do you love about the show? What needs to change? We’re putting together a Focus Group and if you’d like to participate, sign up at kzia.com Nobody knows ‘Nerd News' like Dancin’ Eric Hanson, so break out ... Read more

Size Does Matter!! The Morning Scramble is doing a little spring cleaning and we want your help! What do you love about the show? What needs to change? We’ve putting together a Focus Group and if you’d like to participate, sign up at kzia.com Help The Morning Scramble dole out some justice for ‘Jury in ... Read more

Who Makes The Best Grilled Cheese In Iowa? The Morning Scramble loves an early morning. Jaidyn At Night is partial to the late-night life. What's the best part of each time of day? Time to figure it out with our bracket-style game “Early Bird vs. Night Owl!” Tune in Monday for Game 1 of the ... Read more

The Early Bird VS Night Owl Competition Is ON! The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories of their adventures, and share what you did! The Morning Scramble loves an early morning. Jaidyn At Night ... Read more

Clare Broke Her Families Trust! Nobody knows ‘Nerd News' like Dancin’ Eric Hanson, so break out your pocket protector, tape the bridge of your glasses, and get ready for some geeky stories from the past week.  TONS of information passes through The Morning Scramble, and they keep it all. Sometimes it's important to clear out some of the information ... Read more

You Like Them Hard!?? Clare brings us the case for this week’s ‘Jury in a Hurry.’ Her husband like a snack that is a little odd—Ramen Noodles. But he doesn’t cook the noodles. He just eats them raw, straight out of the package. Have you ever done that? Do you snack on raw ramen? Clare ... Read more

We Need Work Hugs Just To Survive! The Z102.9 entry,  ‘Lucky Ducks,' rocked the SaPaDaPaSo parade in downtown CR yesterday. But did we win another big trophy? Clare has the latest pop culture updates in Z’s Sleaze!

Tomorrow Is A Very Special Day! The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Our parade entry theme is “Lucky Ducks,” but we’re looking for a few more ducklings. Want to join the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching Band? Join the band by emailing scramble@kzia.com.  ... Read more

Wipe The Toothpick Off And Use It Again! The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Our parade entry theme is “Lucky Ducks,” but we’re looking for a few more ducklings. Want to join the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching Band? Join the band ... Read more

Don’t Make Promises, You Can’t Keep! The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Our parade entry theme is “Lucky Ducks,” but we’re looking for a few more ducklings. Want to join the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching Band? Join the band by emailing scramble@kzia.com.  ... Read more

We’re Wasting Away In Margaritaville! The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Our parade entry theme is “Lucky Ducks,” but we’re looking for a few more ducklings. Want to join the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching Band? Join the band by emailing scramble@kzia.com.  Theres ... Read more

That Man’s Trailer Is Too LARGE, He Just Can’t Get It In… The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Our parade entry theme is “Lucky Ducks,” but we’re looking for a few more ducklings. Want to join the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching ... Read more

Did Clare Really Used To Strip On Stage? The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Want to join the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching Band? Join the band by emailing scramble@kzia.com. Nobody knows ‘Nerd News' like Dancin’ Eric Hanson, so break out your pocket protector, tape ... Read more

Jan Jenson IS BACK!!! The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Want to join the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching Band? Join the band by emailing scramble@kzia.com. Eric hosted a dinner party to break in his new dining room table and a squabble broke ... Read more

The Morning Scramble: Now with More Flute! Moms and dads aren’t alone! The Morning Scramble is always ready to help answer all your parenting questions with ‘Momtroversy.’ This week we’re talking youth sports: How involved do you get in kids sports? Shawn and Melissa’s 4-year-old is signed up for spring soccer…do they want to coach? ... Read more

Try The Jeff Daniels Special! The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Want to join in the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching Band? Join the band by emailing scramble@kzia.com. The Morning Scramble is heading to the Z102.9 test kitchens for ‘Taste It Tuesday.' Actor ... Read more

We Promise We Aren’t Starting The Show Drunk at 6AM!! The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories of their adventures, and share what you did! Clare has the latest pop culture updates in ... Read more

We Have A WHOPPER News Update! The Morning Scramble is dreaming BIG for this year's entry in the SaPaDaPaSo Parade on Tuesday, March 17th. Want to join in the fun and perform with the Z102.9 Marching Band? Join the band by emailing scramble@kzia.com. Nobody knows ‘Nerd News' like Dancin’ Eric Hanson, so break out your pocket protector, tape the ... Read more

This Will Shave 10 years OFF Your Life… Taco Tuesday should bring the whole family together, but instead it’s ripping Clare’s family apart! Who made the tacos: Clare chopped the toppings and assembled the tacos, but she forgot to start the crockpot. Poor Poor Nick put the pre-seasoned roast in the crockpot and started it. ... Read more

The Forrest Gump of Pop Culture! This week The Scramble was approached by Mike Schulte from the Pork Tornadoes for their ‘Dadtroversy.’ He has 2 little ones and the youngest loves to eat. But the oldest is 4 and has become a picky eater! How do you deal with picky eating? Want tickets to one ... Read more

Welcome Mike Schulte From The Pork Tornadoes! Taste It Tuesday is back on The Morning Scramble! The Colonel is dipping a toe into Easter Candy. Clare and Eric were gifted a bag of KFC Jellybeans. Tune in to hear them try Fried Chicken, Sweet Corn, and Gravy flavored jelly beans! If you ever have a ... Read more

We Called The President Of Burger King, This Is What Happened! The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories of their adventures, and share what you did! Let’s call the President of Burger King!

Tell The Detective Mommy Was With you ALL Night! Nobody knows ‘Nerd News' like Dancin’ Eric Hanson, so break out your pocket protector, tape the bridge of your glasses, and get ready for some geeky stories from the past week.  TONS of information passes through The Morning Scramble, and they keep it all. Sometimes it's important to ... Read more

You Have Been Showering Wrong This WHOLE TIME!! Nobody knows breakfast like The Morning Scramble, but Clare and Eric are at odds about one of their favorite breakfast dishes: bacon. So, they have to take their disagreement to a radio court of law for ‘Jury in a Hurry.’ Do you like crispy or floppy bacon? ... Read more

Did Clare Deserve The One Finger Wave?? This week's ‘Momtroversy' comes to us from Dancin' Eric Hanson. He walked into a Men's Restroom and met a grandmother who was helping her grandson. Moms, Dancin’ Eric has a question for you…are you comfortable potty training boys in the men's bathroom? ‘Survivor: Season 50’ has hidden idols ... Read more

Will Producer Ben Find The Hidden Immunity Idol!? Producer Ben has a dream: to participate in the ‘Survivor: 50’ Challenge. He’s on the hunt to find the hidden Idol in Iowa and be in the running for two tickets to LA to see the Survivor 50 finale. This week's ‘Momtroversy' comes to us from Dancin' ... Read more

From Condoms To Cannibalism This Podcast Has It ALL! The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories of their adventures, and share what you did! Producer Ben is on the hunt for the Survivor ... Read more

The Morning Scramble Broken Hearts Breakfast! This week we learned the broken hearted stories of Trisha, Rebecca, Lindsay, Missy, and Kaleigh. Today we got to meet all of them, hear more about tehri stories, shower them in gifts, and let them get some anger out by smashing ceramic hearts! Special thanks to the presenting sponsor ... Read more

She Almost Was Abducted By Aliens!! Imagine you’re a competitor in the Olympics and you win a gold medal! The Morning Scramble wants to know, if you won gold in the Olympics—what event did you win and what song or anthem are they playing when you take the podium? Court is in session tomorrow morning ... Read more

Dane Cook Joined The Morning Scramble! Comedian Dane Cook is making his way to Riverside Casino & Golf Resort this Friday, February 13th. Get your tickets and tune in to hear Clare and Eric chat with Dane Cook. The Morning Scramble needs to circle back to their Broken Hearts Breakfast Presented by Herteen & Stocker Jewelers. 5 broken hearts are joining us ... Read more

We’ve Got The Valentine’s Flu! The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories of their adventures, and share what you did! The Morning Scramble has exclusive access to the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in ... Read more

Tony Milan LIVE From Milan Italy! Nobody knows ‘Nerd News' like Dancin’ Eric Hanson, so break out your pocket protector, tape the bridge of your glasses, and get ready for some geeky stories from the past week.  The Morning Scramble has exclusive access to the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan, Italy with correspondent Tony ... Read more

Who’s Stealing The Salad Plates?? Consider this your summons for jury duty! The case for ‘Jury in a Hurry’ comes from the Z102.9 text line: If someone comes to service your house–like a heating repairman or plumber, do you stand and watch and make small talk or go do your own thing somewhere else in ... Read more

Ben’s Not Invited Back To The Super Bowl Party This Year… Hate Valentine's Day? The Morning Scramble has your back with our Broken Hearts Breakfast Presented by Herteen & Stocker Jewelers on Friday, February 13th. It’s a morning perfect for those who DREAD Valentine's Day.  We provide breakfast, great prizes, and the opportunity to take ... Read more

These Luxuries Are Life Changing!! The Hass Family from Cedar Rapids was featured on ‘Family Feud’ on Fox. They were also guests on The Morning Scramble and played a round of Feud with The Scramble.  Hate Valentine's Day? The Morning Scramble has your back with our Broken Hearts Breakfast Presented by Herteen & Stocker Jewelers on ... Read more

From Cedar Rapids, Iowa… It’s THE HASS FAMILY!! The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories of their adventures, and share what you did! A Cedar Rapids family is competing on Family Feud Monday ... Read more

We Need To Solve This Once And For All! Do You Steal Toilet Paper? Hate Valentine's Day? The Morning Scramble has your back with our Broken Hearts Breakfast on Friday, February 13th. It’s a morning perfect for those who DREAD Valentine's Day.  We provide breakfast, great prizes, and the opportunity to take out your frustration by SMASHING a ceramic ... Read more

Who Else Wants A Turn Playing Nurse? The final Morning Scramble Santa Line Presented by Herteen and Stocker Jewlers. The Morning Scramble’s Favorite Things Gift Exchange! What did we all bring? Plus news on the new voice of the Hawkeye Marching Band! Did Eric get the job!?