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The full Drivetime with DeRusha show for February 26th, 2026. Guests include Gloria Perez, Dawn Southworth and Will Rolf.

The Women's Foundation of Minnesota President & CEO Gloria Perez joins Drivetime with DeRusha to discuss the ten million dollars that was raised by thirty two different organizations and given to the Women's Foundation of Minnesota to facilitate to those in need under Operation Metro Surge. Gloria shares some of the organizations they're working with and some of the communities/areas they're supporting during this difficult time. She also speaks to the level of work that will be needed to be done to rebuild our community.

The full episode of Drivetime with DeRusha for February 25th, 2026.

This hour Jason wonders if Minnesota really is heading in the wrong direction, we have winners in the "Name a Snowplow" contest, and Jason is joined by Kitchen and Rail Co-Owner Joe Newhouse on DeRusha Eats.

Final hour of DriveTime with DeRusha and we chat with Scott Libin about the CBS-Stephen Colbert controversy! We bring you some of the big stories of the day including Pablo out, the new session starts off somber and much more! Then we talk about the “One Minute Tours” John O'Sullivan leaving Minnesota for Australia and Meta glasses are recording us eating!

Another DriveTime LIVE from Ft. Myers for Twins Spring Training - we begin our show talking to Dan Hayes of The Athletic on the crushing news that Pablo Lopez could be done for the season with a UCL tear, also catchup with Liam Hendriks on his Spring Training and hopes for this season! Scott Libin joins to talk about the recent Colbert buzz on his Late Night show! That, DeRusha Eats and much more!

Some delicious options over at Hanisch Bakery down in Red Wing - we talk to Bill Hanisch as we celebrate Fat Tuesday and some of the delicious bakery items offered at his location!

More on the heartbreaking Pablo Lopez injury, we chat with Liam Hendriks on another chapter 12 years later with the Minnesota Twins, Jason is starting to feel his age down in Florida - we discuss and also we have DeRusha Eats featuring Hanisch Bakery!

On Friday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm: More lies from the Feds are revealed - do you trust anything they say? Then, how you can get some last minute Valentine's love at Bachman's! 4pm: Jason host another exciting edition of Card DeSharks. Then he talks with Jeff Mielke from Lee County about why you should consider a vacation to Fort Myers, where the show will be next week. 5pm: On the "DeRush-Hour" Jason goes "In Depth" with attorney Rob Doar - is he surprised by the spike in gun sales during the ICE surge? Then our Gen Z movie reviewer Charlie Oakes tells you if "Wuthering Heights" is worth your money.

On Thursday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm: Tom Homan says ICE is on its way out of Minnesota - was it worth it? Then Jason talks with Joe Maloney from the Sports Betting Alliance - is this the year MN makes it legal? 4pm: Jason talks with St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her to get her reaction to ICE's announcement and the city's new separation ordinance. Then on DeRusha Eats: Mary Leonard from Chocolat Celeste talks Valentines Day! 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour - Jason goes "In Depth" with Blois Olson - should the government help make businesses whole from the ICE surge? Then, is the Twins new "Happy Hour" program likely to get you back to the ballpark? And is social media clinically "addictive"?

On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm: What do you do if you know you're going to fall? And Tracy Perlman tells us if a Norwegian Olympian is a romantic, or a creep. 4pm: MN flags are selling like hotcakes... are we good with it now? Then Jason talks with 13-year-old snowboarder Brynn Rux who's overcome big obstacles and has even bigger dreams. 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour, financial writer Pat Rehkamp tells us what the jobs report portends. Then Jason's joined by Tim and Tom to share what they've had ENOUGH of!

Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners to see what THEY think the "turning point" was that led to todays announcement that the ICE surge is ending. Then he talks with St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her to get her reaction, and talk about St. Paul's new separation ordinance. Finally, it's time to talk Valentines Day Chocolate with Mary Leonard from Chocolat Celeste, on DeRusha Eats!

Jason talks to Mary Leonard about why she got into selling chocolate, how to best serve it for Valentine's Day and much more. Check out today's "DeRusha Eats!"

On Tuesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm: Gov. Walz says he believes the ICE surge will be ending soon. Did it have to be this way? And why can't we spend the same resources on all abductions, not just those with celebrity ties? 4pm: Should Hennepin County have a crack at criminals before they get deported? And on DeRusha Eats, Jason talks with Vanessa Drews from Cheesecake Funk about Valentines Day 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour Jason goes "In Depth" with Kathy Messerli from the MN Home Care Association about legit organizations getting squeezed by fraud prevention efforts. Then Greg Swan joins the show to talk about a tech-heavy Super Bowl and a viral moment he helped create.

Tuesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks about the Hennepin County Attorney objecting to ICE detaining undocumented people at the courthouse - should the County get to try them first? Then Jason talks with Vanessa Drews, owner of Cheesecake Funk, about her special offerings for Valentines Day

Jason talks with Vanessa Drews about how she created Cheesecake Funk and what special offerings she has for Valentines Day! (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images)

On Monday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm: Happy National Pizza Day - what's MN's best pie? Then Gary & Andrea Mayeux are running in the Tokyo marathon for charity. And would Bad Bunny's halftime show have been better with subtitles? 4pm: Lindsey Vonn's crash and why we should celebrate her going for it. Which Super Bowl ads hit home the best? Jason talks to a pair of experts. 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour, why did People Serving People CEO Hoang Murphy choose leniency over punishment? And Dave Schwartz on why he's happy for Sam Darnold winning the big one.

On Friday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm: the President sent and then deleted a racist post with a video depicting the Obama's as apes. Ludicrous, but are we getting numb to the nonsense? Then Giselle Ugarte joins the show - how can we maintain our mental health without becoming fully detached from the news? 4pm: Jason hosts another exciting edition of Card DeSharks as contestants battle for a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts restaurants. Then Billy Nord tells us why he's running in the DFL primary for US Senate as a "member of the working class". 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason goes "In Depth" with Edina Mayor Jim Hovland about what he's telling mayors around the country about how his city is being affected by the ICE surge. And Chris Hine from the Star Tribune joins the show - how should we feel after Wolves DIDN'T trade for Giannis?

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.

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!!!

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 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)

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 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!!!

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.

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.

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?

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!

Jason talks with Chef Kyle Lussier from the Pines in Grand Rapids, MN about being named a James Beard Award semifinalist on DeRusha Eats!

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?

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?

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.

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?

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!

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.

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)

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.

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.