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On Thursday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners - is it time to pass Voter ID? Then he talks with John Nichols, Executive Editor of "The Nation" about why they nominated the people of Minneapolis for a Nobel Peace Prize 4pm Hour: Jason wonders what listeners' #1 worry is right now? Then he talks with a pair of Minneapolis restaurant owners about how the ICE surge has impacted their business on DeRusha Eats. 5pm Hour: On The DeRush Hour Jason goes "In Depth" with St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her about newly passed ordinances limiting access to city property by ICE. Then he talks to a local resident about ICE repeatedly showing up at her residence despite there being no evidence the person they're looking for is there.
Jason talks with Ben Siers Rients & Travis Serbus, who run places like Petite Leon, Little Tijuana & Lynette, about how the ICE surge has affected their business and how they're trying to sustain through troubled times.
Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners about what's the number one thing causing them concern right now. Then he talks to Ben Siers Rients & Travis Serbus - Minneapolis restaurant owners - about how the ICE surge is affecting their lives and businesses.
On Wednesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm Hour: Tom Homan says 700 ICE agents are leaving - are you optimistic, or skeptical? Then are you ready for the Big Game? Tracy Perlman checks in for her weekly visit with her favorite Super Bowl snack. 4pm Hour: Amy (Koch) Frederiksen joins Jason to talk about last night's caucuses and the results of their Governor's race straw poll - what does that mean going forward? Then he talks with Fox 9's Paul Blume who was in federal court yesterday as an attorney had a very "human" moment. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Jim Stuart from the MN Sheriff's Association to talk about what led to the 700 ICE Agents leaving. Then we find out what's grinding your gears this week on ENOUGH!!!
On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: Jason starts the show talking about the potential long-term harm to Minnesota businesses by the ICE surge and all that's stemmed from it. Are we concerned enough? Then, should a football GM get to take two weeks of paternity leave? 4pm Hour: Jason's joined by Kate Raddatz for The Radd Report - are you in the thick of Summer Camp registration hell? Then, why some of you are making the ICE situation even worse. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Chris Magan from the Star Tribune who reports on an Ecuadorian family seeking refugee status, who decided to self-deport. Then Dave Schwarts joins the show talking Vikings, Twins, Wolves and Wild!
On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: another big protest in Minneapolis - what's the best way to help the community? Then attorney Joe Tamburino talks about the Feds arresting journalists over a protest. 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another exciting edition of Card DeSharks. Then he talks with Chef Sean Sherman from Owamni who's just back from DC talking about immigration reform. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour: is this a particularly bad pothole season? And Jason talks to a pair of beat writers about the departures of Derek Falvey from the Twins and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah from the Vikings.
On Thursday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about Border Czar Tom Homan's comments - do you feel optimistic or skeptical? Then he talks with Sharon McMahon from "Sharon Says So" - what can we learn from recent events? 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Dakota County Sheriff Joe Leko - what does "let ICE into the jails" look like? Then on DeRusha Eats he talks with Jeff and Breanna from Wrecktangle Pizza about being in the thick of the ICE surge. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour - Meet Minneapolis has survey data on the effect of ICE's surge on local businesses. Plus, how does Amy Klobuchar announcing her run for governor change things?
Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Dakota County Sheriff Joe Leko about his county's interactions with ICE and how the federal government communicates with their jail. Then on DeRusha Eats, Jason talks with Breanna Evans & Jeff Rogers from Wrecktangle Pizza about the impact of the ICE surge on their business and community. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
On Thursday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm: Why are people so quick to think Rep. Omar's attack was staged? Then Jason talks with political analyst Chris Cillizza - how did pressure on Trump in DC change things in Minnesota? 4pm: Do you think you look like how you sound? Apparently we don't. Then Jason talks to State Demographer Susan Brower about more people moving to Minnesota than leaving in 2025. 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with financial writer Pat Rehkamp on the Fed's decision today. Plus, what's grinding Jason's gears this week? Find out on ENOUGH!!!
Jason talks with Breanna Evans & Jeff Rogers from Wrecktangle Pizza in Minneapolis on DeRusha Eats. What's it been like being in the thick of immigration operations, and how can people help?
On Tuesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: the President today hinted at some common sense gun ideas - was he right? Then attorney Joe Tamburino discusses several legal cases surrounding the ICE surge. 4pm Hour: Advice columnist Adrienne Lee joins us for another Ask Adri segment. Then Jamey Groethe from Leaning Tower of Pizza tells us about an organic effort to provide free pizza to community members who are hurting - on DeRusha Eats! 5pm Hour: On the "DeRush-Hour" - the latest ICE surge news, plus Blois Olson - when will Klobuchar announce? Plus, on this National Holocaust Remembrance Day - why its a bad idea to throw around "Nazi" rhetoric.
We livestream video of "Drivetime with DeRusha" every day on all the socials. Some folks are surprised at what folks look like based on having heard us on the radio. Jason has a fun talk with listeners guessing what people look like off their voice.
Jason talks with Jamey Groethe, owner of Leaning Tower of Pizza, who describes how an effort to provide free pizza to people in the community developed organically.
Tuesday 5pm Hour: Jason is joined by our friend Adrienne Lee to talk about her latest venture, as well as how to have productive conversations about the ICE surge. Then Jamey Groethe, owner of Leaning Tower of Pizza, joins DeRusha Eats with an uplifting story of neighbors helping neighbors... with pizza!
On Monday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about the Governor and President finally getting on the phone - do you feel more optimistic? Plus Republican State Senator Zach Duckworth on why he is calling for a "tactical pause". 4pm Hour: MN business leaders have finally issued a statement on the ICE surge - was it enough? And now Mayor Frey and the President have spoken - why did it take so long for leaders to get on the phone? 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour - Jason reviews the latest breaking news surrounding immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Then Dave Schwartz joins the show to talk about the weekend in sports - should Vikings fans be rooting for Sam Darnold?
On Friday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason continues coverage of a large protest march in Minneapolis. Then he talks to Paul Schnell, Commissioner of the Department of Corrections, who's been correcting the record about the State's cooperation with ICE. 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another exciting edition of his game show as contestants compete for a Jester Concepts gift card on Card DeSharks! Then, do we need to lighten up on the f-bomb? 5pm Hour: On the "DeRush-Hour" Jason has the latest on today's protests in Minnesota. Then Dan Hayes joins the show to talk about TwinsFest and the Twins off-season so far.
On Thursday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: The VP is in town, should the Governor reach out with a phone call and try to get a deal done? Then meteorologist Chris Shaffer joins the show - how cold is it going to get? 4pm Hour: Jason talks to Tim Busse, Mayor of Bloomington, about why he signed on to a letter with 10 other metro mayors asking ICE to respect the Constitutional rights of their citizens. Then on DeRusha Eats - Chef Kyle Lussier from Grand Rapids shares his surprise at being named a James Beard semifinalist. 5pm Hour; On the DeRush-Hour Headlines, Jason goes "In Depth" with Rick Hodsdon, general counsel for the Minnesota Sheriffs' Association - what would "cooperation" with ICE look like? Then, should there be an age limit for president and congress? What's your number?
On Wednesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason wonders if the planned "strike" to protest ICE on Friday doesn't cause more harm than good. Then Tracy Perlman joins the show - is a Target sweater unfairly insulting to men? 4pm Hour: Attorney Joe Tamburino joins Jason to talk about whether the DOJ actually has a case against MN leaders. Plus many more ICE-related legal topics. Then Jason talks to Star Tribune reporter Chris Magan about his reporting on the "worst of the worst" list the Feds are putting forward. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour: Michele Tafoya is running for Senate - how does that change the race? Then what have Jason and listeners had ENOUGH of this week?
Jason talks with Chef Kyle Lussier from the Pines in Grand Rapids, MN about being named a James Beard Award semifinalist on DeRusha Eats!
Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Bloomington Mayor Tim Busse about why he signed on to a letter to ICE with 10 other mayors asking them to respect residents Constitutional rights. Then on DeRusha Eats Jason talks with Chef Kyle Lussier from the Pines in Grand Rapids who's a James Beard Award semifinalist!
On Tuesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: News broke today that Gov. Walz, Mayor Frey and Mayor Her have all been subpoenaed by the DOJ. Is that what we want? Then Jason talks with Dr. Michele Waslin from the U of M to learn more about how current deportation efforts compare to previous administrations. 4pm Hour: Today marks the one full year of the second Trump administration - what's the best and worst of Year 1. Then Jason talks with Miguel Lopez, owner of Homi Restaurant, about how ICE operations are affecting his restaurant on DeRusha Eats 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Dr. Tyler Schipper to learn more about today's big drop in the markets. Plus, are you part of the 2016 social media trend?
On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason asks listeners how long they think this conflict between MN and the Feds will last. Then State Sen. John Hoffman joins the show to talk about getting shot, recovering and his priorities going forward. 4pm Hour: Protesting at church is a new low. Dan Cook connects MLK, justice and Minnesota on the Monday Message. And Steph March from Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine talks about restaurants that are suffering. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason updates on the latest ICE-related news and replays a portion of his interview with Sen. Hoffman. Then Dave Schwartz joins the the show to talk Vikings depression, NFL coaches, the Natty, and much more!
Jason talks with the owner of a great Mexican restaurant on the East Side - Homi. What's the environment like at his place with ICE operations continuing?
Tuesday 4pm Hour: Today marks 1 year of the second Trump administration. Jason asks listeners what the best and worst things from his first year. Then on DeRusha Eats he talks with Miguel Lopez, owner of Homi Restaurant - how have ICE operations affected his staff and his profits.
On Thursday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm Hour: Blois Olson joins the show to explain why he feels local leaders need to do better. Then Jason is joined by Prof. Peter Larsen from the Mitchell-Hamline School of Law to talk about the Insurrection Act that the President is threatening to invoke 4pm Hour: Jason talks with immigration attorney Michael Davis about how his business clients are being impacted by ICE operations. Then on DeRusha-Eats: happy National Bagel Day! 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour - Jason reviews the latest news surrounding ICE operations in MN. Then he's joined by the President & CEO of the Minneapolis DT Council, Adam Duininck. What can business leaders do to help during this crisis, and how is ICE impacting local businesses?
Where's the best bagel in town? Jason talks with listeners on this - National Bagel Day! (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images for ESPN)
Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with immigration attorney Michael Davis about how his business clients are being affected by ICE's operations in Minneapolis. Then on DeRusha Eats we celebrate this National Bagel Day - where's the best bagel in town?
On Wednesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm Hour: Has ICE's operations in Minnesota cost the GOP a shot at the governor's race? Jason thinks so. Plus, how is Tracy Perlman doing on her New Year's resolutions? Lots of people gave them up this week. 4pm Hour: Jason is joined by attorney Joe Tamburino - can the state win its lawsuit against the Feds? Then he talks with Star Tribune guest-columnist Andy Brehm - why does he think both sides get it wrong on immigration 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Rep. Kelly Moller who's on the Capitol Security Committee - what did they come up with? And what have you had ENOUGH of this week?!
On Tuesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about today's breaking news, the resignation of Asst. US Attorney Joe Thompson and five of his colleagues over the federal investigation into the ICE shooting - how big a red flag is this? Then he talks to Minneapolis City Council President Elliot Payne about his interaction with ICE officers 4pm Hour: St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her joins the show to explain why her city has joined the lawsuit against the DHS. Then Jason talks with Martha Polacek, owner of Marty's Deli, about the effect of ICE operations on local restaurants. 5pm Hour: Jason's joined by former US Attorney Anders Folks about the resignation of six Asst. US Attorneys - how concerned is he? Then Jason talks to a friend and local realtor, Ryan Ecklund, about getting detained by ICE last night.
Lots of people in MN are feeling the effects of the current ICE operation, but few are feeling it more than the restaurant industry. Jason talks to Marth Polacek who runs Marty's Deli about her experience and those of her colleagues.
Tuesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with ST. Paul's new mayor Kaohly Her about joining other officials in opposing the actions of federal agents in MN. Then he's joined by Martha Polacek, owner of Marty's Deli, about how those operations are affecting the restaurant business. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason has seen enough of ICE's tactics to know that this operation isn't helping. Then AG Ellison holds a press conference announcing a lawsuit against the DHS. 4pm Hour: Jason talks about a friend who's a US citizen being detained by ICE. Plus we give away tickets to see Chris Stapleton. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour Jason goes "In Depth" with Sean Cudahy from ThePointsGuy.com on Sun Country being sold to Allegiant airlines. Then Dave Schwartz talks about an entertaining weekend in sports.
On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: new video showing the ICE agent's POV from Wednesday's shooting surfaced today - will it change anybody's mind? Then Jason asks listeners why the reaction to this tragedy is different from previous instances. 4pm Hour: Beth and Scott battle it out for a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts Restaurants on Card DeSharks! Then, when tragedy hits, do we shut things down too quickly? 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour - the latest on the ICE shooting and today's jobs report. Then Jason talks with Chris Hine from the Star Tribune about the winning Wolves and Ant hitting 10k points!
On Thursday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason asks listeners if we're missing the basic question in the chaos surrounding ICE. Plus, do we REALLY want the temperature lowered on political rhetoric? It sure doesn't look like it. 4pm Hour: Lou Raguse from KARE 11 joins the show to talk about the latest twist in the MN fraud story - a troubling report from the legislative auditor. Then on DeRusha-Eats: there's some major changes to the food pyramid and Jason is intrigued. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, the latest on yesterday's ICE shooting, and the factors going into the investigation. Then, Jason's been invited on CNN tonight - what do you want the world to know about Minnesota?
On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm Hour: Jason talks with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey about today's shooting of a protester by ICE in his city. Then attorney Joe Tamburino talks "use of force" protocols and the complicating factors in the video we've seen. 4pm Hour: Jason asks listeners if they feel safer with ICE in MN in light of today's shooting. Then he's joined by MN House Speaker and gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth about her reaction to the shooting and how her campaign has shifted with Gov. Walz ending his reelection bid. 5pm Hour: The DeRush-Hour Headlines reviews some of the sound from today's reaction to the ICE shooting. Plus DHS Sec. Kristi Noem holds a press conference in Minneapolis.
Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks to Lou Raguse from KARE 11 about the latest fraud problems found by MN's legislative auditor. Then on DeRusha Eats, Jason talks about the changes to the food pyramid and why he's intrigued.
The federal government has made a major revision to the foody pyramid. Jason talks about the changes and why he's intrigued by the new guidelines. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
Jason DeRusha joins Chad to get ripped during a special appearance from the Am I Wrong? committee and dive into his opinions on the relationship between Governor Walz and President Trump.
Jason talks to local Chef Soleil Ramirez about growing up in Venezuela and talking to family as the US extradited Maduro.
Tuesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Dr. Gigi Chawla from Childrens Hospital - what do parents need to know after the CDC changed the vaccine schedule for kids? Then on DeRusha Eats he talks with Chef Soleil Ramirez who grew up in Venezuela and still has family there. (Photo by Elijah Nouvelage/Getty Images)
On Monday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners - what was the last straw for Walz? Then Blois Olson joins him to talk about breaking the news that Walz was getting out of the race. 4pm Hour: This month's Radd Report includes a wild holiday travel story. Then DFL House Leader Zach Stephenson reacts to the Gov. Walz news. Plus, GOP candidate for Governor Kendall Qualls tells Jason if his job just got easier, or more complicated? 5pm Hour: On The DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with GOP Rep. Walter Hudson about Gov. Walz's decision. And Dave Schwartz talks about what the Vikings do next when it comes to JJ McCarthy?
The full episode of Drivetime with DeRusha for December 31st, 2025. Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown in for Jason DeRusha.
Dave Schwartz makes his weekly appearance on Drivetime with DeRusha for some sports talk that's mostly dominated by hockey today. Dave and Dan talk about what makes the World Junior Championships special. They then wade into the Vikings Christmas Day performance where their defense forced 6 takeaways. In their second segment, Dan and Dave talk about Tiger Woods and how he's making Dan feel old.
The full episode of Drivetime with DeRusha for December 30th, 2025. Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown in studio. Guests include Russ Hanes, Sydney Kamps and Dave Schwartz
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The full episode of Drivetime with DeRusha for Monday, December 29th. Scott Korzenowski and Lindsey Brown in for Jason DeRusha and Dan Cook.
It is the final show for Jason DeRusha in 2025 so we had to list off the best meals of the year that was - 2025!
On Thursday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about today's fraud revelations and wonders if Gov Walz is still a viable candidate. Then he talks with national political analyst Chris Cillizza about fraud, and President Trumps address. 4pm Hour: Are you mad at Menards? Our listeners seem to love their 11% off program. Then on DeRusha Eats there are a lot of delicious things going on up at Grand View Lodge 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Chris Hine from the Star Tribune about KG's return to the Wolves. And the Electric Fetus has you covered with last minute holiday gifts!
Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners about Menards "11% off" system - are they cool with it? Then Jason talks with Dawn Southworth from Grand View Lodge about all the amazing things they have going this winter!
On Wednesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: recent polling shows most major politicians' approval ratings as underwater in Minnesota. Do we like anybody?! Then Tracy Perlman joins the show - is cash an acceptable holiday gift? 4pm Hour: Jason Sole joins the show to talk about his journey from prison to pardon - which he received today. Then we play back a portion of Tom Pohlad's interview with Chad - are fans willing to give the new arrangement a chance? 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with John Wolhaupter from the Anoka-Hennepin teachers union about their strike vote. Then what's grinding your gears this week? It's time to vent on ENOUGH!!!