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.
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!?
It’s Time For The Countdown Of The Best Countdowns! The Z102.9 Marching Band is gathering a bit early to celebrate the Hawks’ bowl game appearance. Join the band for halftime for the band’s “Count Down to the Best Countdowns!” The Morning Scramble Santa Line has received some messages back from the North Pole! Tune in ... Read more
Clare’s Bright; Eric is JARRING 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 and Eric reveal the winner of The Morning Scramble’s GINGERBREAD SMACKDOWN 2025 based on votes ... Read more
Our Pickles Are Wet!! A Morning Scramble Christmas tradition is BACK! Tune in for Gingerbread Smackdown. Two teams of Street Teamers will race against the clock to build a Gingerbread house, but there’s a secret ingredient that they MUST include in their designs. And YOU get to vote for which house is the most festive. ... Read more
Pet’s Don’t Deserve Christmas Gifts? The Morning Scramble has heard back from the North Pole! Tune in to hear The Morning Scramble Santa Line Presented by Herteen & Stocker Jewelers. If your little one wants to send a message to Santa Claus, all you need is the Z102.9 app. But hurry, because we're entering the ... Read more
Should A Dolphin Wear A Santa Hat On Its Head or Fin? Moms and dads, you’re not alone this holiday season! The Morning Scramble knows it takes a village to raise kids and they can help tackle any issue with ‘Momtroversy.’ Mom Laura wants to know, at Christmas, do you make sure each child gets ... Read more
Red Wine And Radio Don’t Mix! The holiday dessert that’s going viral this year is “Red Wine Floats.” It’s two simple ingredients: vanilla ice cream and red wine. It’s getting mixed reviews, so naturally The Morning Scramble needs to chime in with their review for ‘Taste It Tuesday.” Moms and dads, you’re not alone this ... Read more
Just Paint Her Nose Orange 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 Santa Line has received some messages back from the North Pole! Tune in ... Read more
We Call Ourselves The Wiki Dudes! 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 Santa Line has received some messages back from the North Pole! Tune in to hear some holiday ... Read more
Spreading Holiday Joy with The Morning Scramble Santa Line! The Morning Scramble Santa Line has received some messages back from the North Pole! Tune in to hear some holiday magic powered by Herteen & Stocker Jewelers and make sure to record your child’s holiday wishes on the Z102.9 app. The Morning Scramble has a Christmas ... Read more
A Naked Lady Pen…for Your Brother-in-Law? The Morning Scramble has been so excited about planning their annual gift exchange this year—which is a Favorite Things gift exchange!—they forgot to get to work on their Christmas card. Time to put pen to paper. If you’d like to receive a card, just sign up for ZMail on ... Read more
Let’s Learn How To Talk To A Woman! The stockings are hung by the chimney with care, but what candy should fill those stockings this year? There’s lots of new Christmas candies for sale, but which ones should make it into your stocking? Let The Morning Scramble test them out for you! ‘Taste It Tuesday’ ... Read more
Eric Came Home To A Holiday Miracle! 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! We need to plan The Morning Scramble Holiday Favorite Things Gift ... Read more
We Know How To Contact Santa! 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 Santa Line has received some messages back from the North Pole! Tune in to hear ... Read more
A Life ALMOST Saved! The Morning Scramble Santa Line has received some messages back from the North Pole! Tune in to hear some holiday magic powered by Herteen & Stocker Jewelers and make sure to record your child’s holiday wishes on the Z102.9 app. If you’re ever in need of a justice, submit your case ... Read more
Live Life Like A Drunk Raccoon! The holidays don’t make it any easier to be a parent—luckily, The Morning Scramble is here to help! Kat has a situation with her mother-in-law that involves her son and she needs a little advice. Grandma really wants to take her grandson out shopping with her, so she bribed ... Read more
We Are ACTUALLY Sending Kirk Ferentz A S*$% Load Of Ice Cream! The Morning Scramble Santa Line is ready for new messages! Record your little one's message to Santa on the Z102.9 app. We'll send the message to the North Pole and he'll send back a personalized response. Get all the details on the Z102.9 ... Read more
An S#!& Ton of Ice Cream for Coach Ferentz The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their Thanksgiving 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 Santa Line is ready for new messages! Record ... Read more
Clare Has Turkey Friends The Morning Scramble Santa Line is ready for new messages! Check out kzia.com or the Z102.9 app for details on how to send your little one's message to Santa directly to the North Pole using the Z102.9 app. TONS of information passes through The Morning Scramble, and they keep it all. ... Read more
The Morning Scramble’s FAVORITE THINGS in Marion The Morning Scramble is excited to kick off your holiday shopping with a bang with their LIVE Favorite Things episode! Get inspired as they get holiday gift giving ideas from: MODE, Swamp Fox Bookstore, Sea Love, and SCOUT.
Let’s Just Call it FRANKSgiving 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 excited to kick off your holiday shopping with a ... Read more
Never Gonna Give You Up! 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 Z102.9 Marching Band is ready to get you pumped up for the final home game of the season. It’s a busy ... Read more
Is There A Massive Blizzard On The Way!? It’s a little early in the morning, but The Morning Scramble needs to turn your attention to cocktails for this week’s case for ‘Jury in a Hurry.’ Do you like tiny drink umbrellas in your cocktails? Yes or no? Clare and Eric love shopping local and they ... Read more
How Can You Eat That!? Thanksgiving is a chance to connect and come together with friends and family. But sometimes a teen might not feel like “peopling” that particular day. Time to dive into our ‘Momtroversy:’ Do you allow your teen to skip out on the Thanksgiving meal? Clare and Eric love shopping local and ... Read more
This Can’t Go In My Mouth!! With THE major food holiday coming up, The Morning Scramble has to prepare those bellies with a Taste It Tuesday. Oreo has released a special edition holiday tin with all of the flavors of your Thanksgiving meal: Turkey & stuffing, sweet potato, creamed corn, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and ... Read more
Eric Needs the Password to Your Love Dungeon… 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 and Eric love shopping local and they want to ... Read more
How To Sterilize A Screwworm… Clare and Eric love shopping local and they want to share all of their favorite things with you! Listen to The Morning Scramble to win tickets to their LIVE Favorite Things show coming up Tuesday, November 25th at the Marion Public Library. Everyone in the audience will walk away with ... Read more
Clare Interrupted Two Skunks In Love! Clare and Eric love shopping local and they want to share all of their favorite things with you! Listen to The Morning Scramble to win tickets to their LIVE Favorite Things show coming up Tuesday, November 25th at the Marion Public Library. Everyone in the audience will walk away ... Read more
How Do You Explain Murder To 9 Year Olds!? It’s Taste It Tuesday on The Morning Scramble! Let’s try out pizza and ranch flavors of Mac n Cheese! Clare and Eric love shopping local and they want to share all of their favorite things with you! Listen to The Morning Scramble to win tickets to ... Read more
Sippin’ on Jailhouse Juice 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 and Eric love shopping local and they want to share all of their favorite things with ... Read more
You Did WHAT On Your Work Computer!? 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 Z102.9 Marching Band is ready to get you pumped up for some Hawkeye football this Saturday ... Read more
Nothing Worse than Flaccid Pizza The Morning Scramble has a HUGE opportunity to kick off your holiday shopping with a bang! It's The Morning Scramble's Favorite Things: all of Clare and Eric's favorite items that you can find by shopping small at your favorite local stores in Marion. Be part of the live studio audience ... Read more
WHAT on a Shingle?! Yes, it's real news, but with punchlines designed to make you laugh. Clare and Eric swap news stories with some jokes they've written for another round of “Punchline News.” The Morning Scramble has a HUGE opportunity to kick off your holiday shopping with a bang! It's The Morning Scramble's Favorite Things: ... Read more
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