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Drivetime with DeRusha today driven by Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown Dan opens up the third hour of the program with discussion about a weird dream he had last night. He and Lindsey chat about what dreams they've been experiencing lately. Then, a conversation with John Read, (bestselling author and host of “Learn to Stargaze” channel) about comets, meteor showers and other stargazing musings.
Drivetime with DeRusha today driven by Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown Dan opens up the second hour of the program with vengeance against the HWY 394E. Lindsey doesn't forget the little congestors with the worst stoplights. Then, Abou Amara (lawyer and democratic strategist) joins Dan Cook to discuss the current state of politics for the democratic party. Dan asks if democrats are in a place to capitalize on the momentum of the No Kings Protest. Abou speaks to the long game in winning one of the Houses of Congress back in the next election cycle. They also discuss the redistricting campaigns and the states that stand to be impacted the most.
Patrick De Hann (Head of Petroleum Analysis, GasBuddy) joins Dan Cook on Drivetime with DeRusha. They touch on the influence of the executive branch on gas prices, why we're seeing gas drop below $3 now and what to expect in the winter season.
Drivetime with DeRusha today driven by Dan Cook and Lindsey Brown Dan opens up the show aghast with our leaders and the process we undergo to put them in power positions. He interacts with listeners about voting third party candidates, building community and frustration with the status quo. Then, a conversation with Patrick De Hann (Head of Petroleum Analysis, GasBuddy). He and Dan touch on the influence of the executive branch on gas prices, why we're seeing gas drop below $3 now and what to expect in the winter season. Finally, an update on Lydia Kaiser who survived the Annunciation Catholic school mass shooting.
Jason plays a clip from his "DeRusha Eats" podcast with Jim Diley talking about the evolution of craft breweries.
4pm Hour: Jason talks with U of M Political Science Professor Arash Davari about the ceasefire in Gaza. How did it come about and will it hold? Then he plays a clip from his "DeRusha Eats" podcast with Jim Diley from Fulton
Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE from Grand Casino Arena in downtown St. Paul today. Jason and Dan begin today's conversation with the topic of shifting demographics and rising costs/taxes within our community. Jason references an article featured in the Star Tribune and the dichotomy between our society's growth mindset and cutting costs. Callers weigh in with their thoughts. Lindsey gives her take on why people aren't having babies. A field trip across the river with Tracy Pearlman Jason is then joined by Tracy Pearlman (Director of Communications and Marketing for Grand Casino Arena) to talk about new food day at Grand Casino Arena. They roll through some of the new food offerings for upcoming Minnesota Wild games this season. They also wade into the AI conversation and how they utilize it in their everyday lives a
Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE from Grand Casino Arena in downtown St. Paul today. DeRush Hour Headlines kick off the five o'clock hour featuring the Pam Bondi hearings and Erin from Polaris who just took home the “Coolest Thing Made in MN” contest. For page 2, Jason runs through a number of music inspired stories.
Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE from Grand Casino Arena in downtown St. Paul today. DeRush Hour Headlines kick off the five o'clock hour featuring the Pam Bondi hearings and Erin from Polaris who just took home the “Coolest Thing Made in MN” contest. For page 2, Jason runs through a number of music inspired stories. Jason is joined by Dave Schwartz for the second time this week (what a treat)! He and Jason discuss the pitfalls of content dispersion as influencers. Jason also shares that one time he accidentally fell down the stairs. Dave speaks to his experience working for the Minnesota Wild versus being a member of the media. They also discuss the parental canon event that is selling stuff to fundraise for their kids activities.
Jason is joined by South St. Paul Mayor Jimmy Francis to talk about booya - a big part of their fall festival "On The Road Again" - on DeRusha Eats!
4pm Hour: Jason is joined by Adrienne Lee for our monthly advice segment. Then he's joined by South St. Paul Mayor Jimmy Francis to talk about booya on DeRusha Eats!
3pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners about the Governor's idea of a constitutional amendment banning assault weapons - should we vote on it? And Milissa Silva-Diaz is the CEO and co-owner of El Burrito Mercado and talks about the tough year they're having on DeRusha Eats.
Milissa Silva-Diaz is the CEO and co-owner of El Burrito Mercado and joins Jason to talk about why 2025 has been a difficult year on several levels on today's edition of DeRusha Eats!
Jason talks with Hell's Kitchen President Billy Schoenburg about being owned by employees and how that makes their experience unique.
4pm Hour: Jason talks with tech employment analyst Isaac Cheifetz about the US setting a high price on work visas that bring foreign workers into the country. Then he talks with Hell's Kitchen President Billy Schoenburg on DeRusha Eats!
Chris Egert's final hour covering for Chad today starts with a conversation about the economy with St. Thomas professor Tyler Schipper. Later, we dive into a sports conversation about the Vikings and Lynx, a story from channel 5 about poor ridership on the new Metro Transit Gold Line bus route and a food question that leaves Jason DeRusha stumped for a great answer.
Jason welcomes Tom Ryan, the man behind Smashburger, for a National Cheeseburger Day edition of DeRusha Eats!
4pm Hour: Jason shares an awkward story and wonders how you'd handle it. Then on "DeRusha Eats" he talks with Tom Ryan - the man behind Smashburger - on this National Cheeseburger Day!
Last year a really cool non-profit was started by Jacob Esser to help connect dads like him who are navigating parenthood with kids who have down syndrome and he shares the story behind ‘DOD's - Dads of Down Syndrome and an upcoming event on Friday and how you can visit him at Hilltop!
Another hour of Jason LIVE from Target Field, so we do sit down with John Vittas, the voice of pre and postgame for the Minnesota Twins Radio Network, we discuss the latest in the Tim Robinson case, and we have The Hilltop featured on DeRusha Eats!
4pm Hour: Jason talks with Josie Borchert about why she started a GoFundMe to support her family's business: Borcherts Meat Market on today's DeRusha Eats. Then Rep. Zach Stephenson joins the show to talk about filling Melissa Hortman's shoes and a potential special session.
Jason is joined by Josie Borchert, who's family owns Borchert Meat Market in Maplewood. Why did she feel the need to start a GoFundMe to help the business, and how can you help? Take a listen.
The Washington Post published a list of their favorite frozen pizza, prompting Jason to ask listeners to share their favorites on "DeRusha Eats"!
Jason talks with Craig Ritacco & Chef Lawrence about the big celebration coming next week as The Lexington celebrates 90 years!
4pm Hour: Jason talks about the State Fair attendance numbers - are they less than expected, and why? Plus, how essential are campfires to camping? And on DeRusha Eats - the Lexington is turning 90!
Jason DeRusha and Lindsey Brown in studio on this Labor Day edition of Drivetime with DeRusha. They start the show talking about students returning to school tomorrow less than a week removed from the Annunciation Catholic School mass shooting. Then, Jason shares a conversation with Sarah Henning who's been organizing a special way to show support for the Annunciation Catholic School kids and their families.
Diane Moua, owner of Diane's Place joins Jason to talk about her Hmong cuisine restaurant being featured in the NY Times
4pm Hour: Jason talks with David Hewitt, Director of Housing Stability for Hennepin County, about their progress reducing homelessness, and the risks of dwindling federal funding. Then on DeRusha Eats, Diane Moua - owner of Diane's Place - talks about being featured in the NY Times!
Courtney Williams, Natisha Heideman & DiJonai Carrington from the Minnesota Lynx stop by to talk with Jason about merging with new teammates, Napheesa Collier's return from injury and the organic chemistry this team has on and off the court. Courtney and Natisha livestreamed the entire WNBA All Star Weekend and it went more than viral. Jason asks them about that experience and specifically when Courtney asked Diplo to start playing different music at the afterparty.
Adrienne Lee joins Drivetime with DeRusha each month to dish out advice to those who seek. Jason asks where at the Fair is the best place to make out, Adri thinks the hygiene is suspect. Adri also weighs in on the best place to dump a deadbeat partner at the Fair, managing work friendships
Adrienne Lee joins Drivetime with DeRusha each month to dish out advice to those who seek. Jason asks where at the Fair is the best place to make out, Adri thinks the hygiene is suspect. Adri also weighs in on the best place to dump a deadbeat partner at the Fair. Jason is joined by Dr. Stacie Stanley (St. Paul Schools Superintendent). She has deep roots in St. Paul, her ancestors moved here after the Civil War. She and Jason discuss the upcoming referendum to increase school funds. Dr. Stanley details where the money would go and how imperative the funds would be to not only operate but offer students well rounded educational nourishment.
Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE at the WCCO Radio Booth at the Minnesota State Fair! Stop by and see us near the intersection of Carnes and Underwood! To kick off the show Jason is joined by Sarah Moberg (Interim CEO of Second Harvest Heartland). They talk about hunger being a solvable issue, 1 in 5 households in Minnesota don't have the food they need. Jason asks about Second Harvest Heartland's programming and where the money donated goes. They also touch on SNAP benefits and the impact of the “Big Beautiful Bill”. Sarah mentions the resources available to people in this time of uncertainty. https://www.2harvest.org/
Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE at the WCCO Radio Booth at the Minnesota State Fair! Stop by and see us near the intersection of Carnes and Underwood! John Tauer is the head basketball coach at the University of St. Thomas. He brings good news about Minnesota's best rivalry… Tommy vs Johnny. They are scheduled to face each other in non-conference play this year. They also talk about the coming of age the Tommie basketball (and the athletic department in general) program is going through with this year being their first opportunity to qualify for the Big Dance in March. Jason and John touch on NIL and the new landscape of college athletics.
Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE at the WCCO Radio Booth at the Minnesota State Fair! Stop by and see us near the intersection of Carnes and Underwood! The second hour of the program features Card DeSharks, a visit from Dan Hayes and Taking the Temp of the Minnesota Twins!
Jason talks with listeners about the Fair foods that you love, but not enough people do!
4pm Hour: Jason is joined by attorney Joe Tamburino to talk about MN suing TikTok over addicted kids. Then on DeRusha-Eats: which Fair food do you love, but not enough people do?
4pm Hour: Jason talks about a City Auditor's suggestion that city employees not be at protests. Good idea? Then on DeRusha Eats he talks to Frank Weigel from Everly Farms about running an orchard
Jason talks to Frank Weigel from Everly Farms about the amazing story that led him to purchase an apple orchard and add food and a winery. That and more on today's "DeRusha Eats"
Jason talks with Kamal Mohamed, owner of Parcelle Organics, about developing a relationship with Twins pitcher Joe Ryan and collaborating on a new smoothie!
4pm: Jason doesn't like Little Free Libraries. What's your unpopular opinion? Then on DeRusha Eats he talks to Kamal Mohamed from Parcelle Organics about teaming up with Twins pitcher Joe Ryan to create a new smoothie!
Jason talks with former Vikings and current CBS Mornings host Nate Burleson who's coming to town to promote his new vodka!
4pm Hour: Jason is joined by his tech guru Greg Swan who wonders if we need to be more polite to robots? (No, really!) Then on DeRusha Eats he's joined by Nate Burleson from CBS Mornings who's coming to town to promote his new vodka
4pm Hour: Jason tries to sort through the Twins trades as they come hot and heavy. Then on DeRusha Eats: happy National Avocado Day... sort of.
Jason can't believe his producer is 100% out on avocados and guacamole. Especially on this - National Avocado Day! (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)
Are chicken wings overrated? Jason thinks so - but we do celebrate today with some of the best wings in town, which you can take a bite out of at Hrbek's at Target Field - its Matthew Kazama with TokiDoki Wings for today's edition of DeRusha Eats!
We chat with an expert on the cyberattack in Saint Paul from today - Kate Keuhn joins Jason to explain how this happened! Then we chat with Matthew Kazama of TokiDoki Wings for DeRusha Eats!
Jason talks with listeners about credit card fees when dining out. Is the system unfair to the customer? Is it time to just tell people what stuff costs and add it into the price?
4pm Hour: Jason is upset by the way Derrick Thompson and his attorney only sought to admit what he did when it came time to try and reduce his sentence - too little too late? Then on DeRusha Eats - have you had it with credit card fees?
Jason talks with Mark Freie about the number of taprooms that are closing around the Twin Cities. And what the Craft Brewers Guild had to say about it.
4pm: Jason talks with listeners about how they'd rank the summer so far. Then he talks with Mark Freie about the decline of taprooms in the Twin Cities on DeRusha Eats