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Since debuting in September 2018, The Morning Scramble is now one of the top radio morning shows in Eastern Iowa! Laugh along with the lives and experiences of Clare Duffy and Dancin’ Eric Hanson. They talk about things you want to hear about.

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    We Have To Pay To NOT Work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 36:54


    We Have To Pay To NOT Work? The Orchestra is headed to the ballfield. Orchestra Iowa is performing the score for “Field of Dreams” while the film plays on the jumbotron. Maestro Tim Hankewich joins The Morning Scramble to talk about the show. Summer is here and if you’re a parent, it means keeping kiddos ... Read more

    The Cardboard Boat Race IS BACK!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 33:38


    The Cardboard Boat Race IS BACK!! 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 had a great time cruising the Cedar River in a boat last ... Read more

    Clare has a Very Sad Garden..

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 35:58


    Clare has a Very Sad Garden.. 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 ... Read more

    The Results Are In For Pon-Tunes!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 35:46


    The Results Are In For Pon-Tunes!! Court is in session tomorrow morning as Clare and Eric hear a case on behalf of listener Jeanne. She and her co-workers were discussing after after-work plans and one co-worker said she couldn't wait to go home and change immediately into pajamas. Jeanne doesn't change into jammies until bedtime. ... Read more

    The Morning Scramble Birthday Boat!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 52:21


    The Morning Scramble Birthday Boat! Morning Scramble “know-it-all” Tony Milan comes aboard to teach us Boat Life Producer Ben will test his sea legs as he steps foot on a pontoon for the first time ever and broadcasts completely on water and untethered on the Cedar River. If you were limited to a 3-song playlist ... Read more

    What A Screwed Up Week!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 12:45


    What A Screwed Up Week! Eric and Producer Ben host The Morning Scramble Leftovers! Eric has the latest pop culture updates in Z’s Sleaze!

    Will We Get Arrested When We Take The Show On A Boat?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 27:26


    Will We Get Arrested When We Take The Show On A Boat? The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival Medallion Hunt is underway! Each day, listen to The Morning Scramble and check the Z102.9 Facebook page for the daily clue – one clue announced per day – until the Medallion has been found! The winner will receive a $500 ... Read more

    Should We Send A Thank You Card?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 9:41


    Should We Send A Thank You Card? Sometimes the Morning Scramble messes up. They say the wrong words, or maybe their mouths just won't work. Producer Ben has been keeping track of those moments and likes to keep Clare and Eric humble by sharing the best of their worst bloopers. Court is in session tomorrow morning ... Read more

    Try out the PB & J Hotdog!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 36:42


    Try out the PB & J Hotdog! The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival Medallion Hunt is underway! Each day, listen to The Morning Scramble and check the Z102.9 Facebook page for the daily clue – one clue announced per day – until the Medallion has been found! The winner will receive a $500 Hy-Vee gift card. ... Read more

    What Would You Do!?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 36:29


    What Would You Do!? The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival Medallion Hunt gets underway Monday morning! Each day, listen to The Morning Scramble and check the Z102.9 Facebook page for the daily clue – one clue announced per day – until the Medallion has been found! The winner will receive a $500 Hy-Vee gift card. The ... Read more

    Your Silverware Drawer Must Be A MESS!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 34:51


    Your Silverware Drawer Must Be A MESS! It's graduation season and right after the big graduation party, grads will be sending out thank yous. Listener Trina needs some help. She has two kids: her daughter hand-wrote each and every thank you message after her party. Her son is a different story…he's never going to write ... Read more

    Getting To Know Our Newest Street Teamer Chloey!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 47:43


    Getting To Know Our Newest Street Teamer Chloey! Breakfast in bed has been served; you got your card…Mother’s Day is over. Time for some real-talk for this week’s ‘Momtroversy.’ What did you do that your kid said was embarrassing? The Morning Scramble is talking music and memories in a game called, “Songversations.”  What’s the best ... Read more

    HE POSIONED ME!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 44:08


    HE POSIONED ME!!! The Morning Scramble is talking music and memories in a game called, “Songversations.”  What’s the best TV theme song? Breakfast in bed has been served, you got your card..Mother’s Day is over. Time for some real-talk for this week’s ‘Momtroversy.’ What did you do that your kid said was embarrassing?  

    A World Record Costs HOW MUCH!?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 38:51


    A World Record Costs HOW MUCH!? 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 wants to set a Guinness World Record! But which ... Read more

    Why Would You Inject Pee Into A Frog??

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 39:24


    Why Would You Inject Pee Into A Frog?? 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. Center Point Urbana’s mascot is in the hunt for not one but two “Best Mascot” competitions. What ... Read more

    Meet Our Newest Street Teamer Marci!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 43:00


    Meet Our Newest Street Teamer Marci! There's a new face on the Z102.9 Street Team! Let's get to know Marci on The Morning Scramble with game we call ‘Mixtape.' The law offices of Scramble & Scramble have been approached again by married couple, Justin and Megan. They disagree about the alarm app on their phones. Megan has ... Read more

    The Studio Looks Like A Hostage Situation…

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 42:19


    The Studio Looks Like A Hostage Situation… Don’t forget about mom this weekend—Mother’s Day is Sunday. Sometimes it’s hard to pinpoint the perfect gift. What do moms really want for Mother’s Day? Chime in with your response for ‘Momtroversy!’ The Morning Scramble is talking music and memories on this week's ‘Songversation:’ It’s Saturday morning and ... Read more

    Today We Lay To Rest An Old Friend…

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 42:26


    Today We Lay To Rest An Old Friend… The Morning Scramble is talking music and memories on this week's ‘Songversation:’ It’s Saturday morning and you have nothing to do all day. You grab a cup of coffee and turn on what song? Don’t forget about mom this weekend—Mother’s Day is Sunday. Sometimes it’s hard to ... Read more

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    What A WILD Weekend!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 40:33


    What A WILD Weekend! 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 is headed to Producer Ben’s Amana Colonies this weekend for Maifest. ... Read more

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    Meet Hollywood Hanson!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 38:13


    Meet Hollywood Hanson! 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

    Who Carries That Around With Them!?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 28:00


    Who Carries That Around With Them!? You can’t let in-office bickering get out of control; time for the law offices of Scramble & Scramble to get involved. If each office or cubicle has a personalized garbage can, do you put food in it or does it go in the breakroom garbage? Can food be disposed ... Read more

    The Morning Scramble Got Absolutely Roasted!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 38:11


    The Morning Scramble Got Absolutely Roasted! Raising kids isn't without its challenges; luckily The Morning Scramble is here to help! One mom is in need of advice on her rowdy bunch: How do you navigate raising a wild child who always injures themselves? First, we read Craigslist “Missed Connections”; then we read the Cedar Rapids ... Read more

    Clare, I’ll Just Pee On It!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 39:14


    Clare, I’ll Just Pee On It!! The Morning Scramble wants to set a Guinness World Record! Eric found an easy record to beat: The Gathering of People wearing Conical Party Hats. Lots of listeners are chiming in with their suggestions for how to break that record. Raising kids isn't without its challenges; luckily The Morning ... Read more

    There’s A SNAKE IN MY DRINK!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 43:16


    There’s A SNAKE IN MY DRINK!!! 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 wants to set a Guinness World Record! But which ... Read more

    The Ice Bucket Challenge Is Back!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 29:40


    The Ice Bucket Challenge Is Back!! 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 ... Read more

    You Can Watch Movies At Walmart!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 35:36


    You Can Watch Movies At Walmart!? Clare and Eric need to get to the bottom of a case for a mother and son. Each day she drives him to school, she eats a banana and asks him to throw the peel out the window. He doesn't want to because that would be littering. Is throwing ... Read more

    Shots! Shots! Shots!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 41:55


    Shots! Shots! Shots! ‘Taste It Tuesday’ returns to The Morning Scramble! Clare is creating a cocktail that’s perfect for grilling season: The Brat Shot. What if you liquified the condiments that typically go onto a brat and turn them into a shot? Summer vacation planning is underway! One mom has allowed her child to invite ... Read more

    This Is How Quick Sand Discovered Love!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 35:03


    This Is How Quick Sand Discovered Love! 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 wants to set a Guinness World Record! But ... Read more

    He Broke A World Record!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 47:47


    He Broke A World Record!!! 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. Eggs are expensive, so this Easter you might want to switch up how you celebrate. Producer Ben Benterprises is ... Read more

    Should We Give Producer Ben A Pat Down?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 32:43


    Should We Give Producer Ben A Pat Down? Eggs are expensive, so this Easter you might want to switch up how you celebrate. Producer Ben Benterprises is here with a great replacement for dying eggs. The law offices of Scramble & Scramble want to represent you in a radio court of law! Just email your ... Read more

    Get It Out Of My Car NOW!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 30:27


    Get It Out Of My Car NOW!! The Morning Scramble has dreams of achieving a real-life Guiness World Record. They just need to figure out which record they want to break. Luckily, the folks from Guiness World Records have been in touch! Find out what they have to say about this attempt tomorrow. Clare has ... Read more

    Purchase More Ham And Bacon!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 29:37


    Purchase More Ham And Bacon! Dancin’ Eric Hanson is off to Florida for a long weekend, but Clare is heating up some Morning Scramble Leftovers for you to enjoy.  Tune into some of your favorite past moments from the show, Getting to Know Chad Taylor Middays 10-3.

    Try Cheester eggs this year!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 23:53


    Try Cheester eggs this year! Dancin’ Eric Hanson is off to Florida for a long weekend, but Clare is heating up some Morning Scramble Leftovers for you to enjoy.  Tune into some of your favorite past moments from the show, Orchestra Iowa is preparing for the 2025-2026 season with tons of incredible performances planned. Monday morning Maestro Tim ... Read more

    You’re Life Is In Clare’s Hands Today!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 16:26


    You’re Life Is In Clare’s Hands Today! Dancin’ Eric Hanson is off to Florida for a long weekend, but Clare is heating up some Morning Scramble Leftovers for you to enjoy.  Tune into some of your favorite moments from the show, Clare also has the latest pop culture updates in Z’s Sleaze!

    Come Over TODAY! I’m A Very Giving Man!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 34:24


    Come Over TODAY! I’m A Very Giving Man! Don't let a difficult parenting decision leave you paralyzed; run your issue through The Morning Scramble's ‘Momtroversy.' We have to tackle an issue from a conflicted mom who knows her son cheated on a quiz. Have YOU ever ratted out your kid? There's a section on Craig's ... Read more

    Clare Caused A Car Accident!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 39:56


    Clare Caused A Car Accident!! Easter is just around the corner and the folks at Peeps have been working overtime to come up with some delicious offerings this year. Which flavors should make it into your Easter basket? Let The Morning Scramble taste test for you! Don't let a difficult parenting decision leave you paralyzed; ... Read more

    Eric Ingested A Suspicious Powder…

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 43:16


    Eric Ingested A Suspicious Powder… 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! Students at Iowa BIG are celebrating Earth Month with a calendar full of ... Read more

    Getting To Know Taye!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 39:50


    Getting To Know Taye! 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. There's a new face on the Z102.9 Street Team! Let's get to know Taye on The Morning Scramble with game ... Read more

    You Have WHOSE NUMBER In Your Phone!???

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 43:50


    You Have WHOSE NUMBER In Your Phone!??? This week’s case for ‘Jury in a Hurry’ may be explosive. The Morning Scramble worked hard on their entry in the SaPaDaPaSo parade for St. Patrick’s Day and won a big traveling trophy. They featured Irish band Wylde Nept in their float because their lead singer was retiring. ... Read more

    Check Out Chelsea’s Handlers!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 28:42


    Check Out Chelsea’s Handlers!! Never make a parenting decision on your own without consulting The Morning Scramble! This week’s ‘Momtroversy’ topic helps out human parents and pet parents: Do you let your kiddo pet a stranger’s animal? What’s the aftermath of April Fools Day?

    It’s the Tchotchkes Championship!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 33:41


    It’s the Tchotchkes Championship! It’s “Merch Mayhem” on The Morning Scramble. What are your favorite freebies? They’re facing each other in a head-to-head competition to see what free trinkets people like best. Tune in for the Tchotchkes Championship: Magnet Clip (3) vs. Tote Bag (4) Never make a parenting decision on your own without consulting ... Read more

    Let’s Tiptoe Through The Tulips!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 43:11


    Let’s Tiptoe Through The Tulips! 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! It’s “Merch Mayhem” on The Morning Scramble. What are your favorite freebies? They’re facing each other ... Read more

    Watch Out For The Toilet Moth!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 44:21


    Watch Out For The Toilet Moth!! 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. It’s “Merch Mayhem” on The Morning Scramble. What are your favorite freebies? They’re facing each other in a ... Read more

    He’s A Destroyer!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 37:55


    He’s A Destroyer!! Forget basketball.  The newest bracket-based tournament to follow is the Morning Scramble's “Merch Mayhem.” What are your favorite freebies, tchotchkes, and swag that you've collected over the years? We're putting them head-to-head in a competition to see what people like best. Tune in tomorrow for the ‘Free to Take 8.' Game 1 of ... Read more

    Don’t Get Handcuffed At The Park!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 36:56


    Don’t Get Handcuffed At The Park! Forget basketball.  The newest bracket-based tournament to follow is the Morning Scramble's “Merch Mayhem.” What are your favorite freebies, tchotchkes, and swag that you've collected over the years? We're putting them head-to-head in a competition to see what people like best. Tune in tomorrow for the ‘Swag 16.' Game ... Read more

    The 8th Most Famous In Washington!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 33:35


    The 8th Most Famous In Washington! Forget basketball.  The newest bracket-based tournament to follow is the Morning Scramble's “Merch Mayhem.” What are your favorite freebies, tchotchkes, and swag that you've collected over the years? We're putting them head-to-head in a competition to see what people like best. Tune in for the ‘Swag 16.' Clare has ... Read more

    There Was A Huge Discovery From Iowa!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 35:11


    There Was A Huge Discovery From Iowa! Clare is off, but Dancin’ Eric Hanson is in heating up some Morning Scramble Leftovers for you to enjoy.  Tune into some of your favorite moments from the show Friday mornings are all about science, so break out your pocket protector, tape the bridge of your glasses, and ... Read more

    April Fools Came Early This Year!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 29:01


    April Fools Came Early This Year! ‘Jury in a Hurry’ is here to dole out justice! Let Clare and Eric represent you in a radio court of law, just like listener Corrine. She wants to know…Is it rude to offer someone unhealthy snacks when they are on a diet? Clare has the latest pop culture ... Read more

    Happy 319 Day! This Song Was Created For YOU!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 28:54


    Happy 319 Day! This Song Was Created For YOU! The Morning Scramble is about to launch a brand-new holiday this week: 319 Day! What are some words, places, or things that make living in the 319-area great? Every great holiday needs a song to help you celebrate, so they are asking local musician, Lincoln Ginsberg, ... Read more

    Let’s Create a New Holiday: 319 Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 39:08


    Let’s Create a New Holiday: 319 Day! The Morning Scramble is about to launch a brand-new holiday this week: Wednesday is 3/19…319 Day! Every great holiday needs a song to help you celebrate, so they are asking a local musician to create a song in 1 hour. What are some words, places, or things that ... Read more

    Try Car Pie on Pi Day!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 34:32


    Try Car Pie on Pi Day! Friday mornings are all about science, so break out your pocket protector, tape the bridge of your glasses, and get ready to hear Dancin’ Eric Hanson’s ‘Nerd News' from the past week. TONS of information passes through The Morning Scramble, and they keep it all. Sometimes it's important to clear ... Read more

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