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Jason DeRusha and Dan Cook out. Scott Korzenowski and Lindsey Brown in for a Friday edition of Drivetime with DeRusha!. Korzo opens up the hour talking about his latest financial investment, a hot tub. Then, a story of discovery for all those dino enthusiasts out there. Alec Lewis from The Athletic stops by to try to talk Korzo off the ledge regarding JJ McCarthy. Finally, to wrap the show Lindsey puts Korzo on the clock.

The full episode of Drivetime with DeRusha for December 12th, 2025. Jason DeRusha and Dan Cook out. Scott Korzenowski and Lindsey Brown in for a Friday edition of Drivetime with DeRusha!.

Jason DeRusha and Dan Cook out. Scott Korzenowski and Lindsey Brown in for a Friday edition of Drivetime with DeRusha!. Korzo opens up the hour talking about President Trump's comments on the Somali people living in Minnesota. Then, he wades into the Minnesota state budget… surplus, deficit, which is it? Korzo then brings in some ironic results of the roll back of DEI initiatives and discusses why he would be comfortable letting Waymo driving him crosstown on 94.

Jason DeRusha and Dan Cook out. Scott Korzenowski and Lindsey Brown in for a Friday edition of Drivetime with DeRusha!. Korzo opens up the show discussing 3M usage of PFAS (forever chemicals) and the impact on our local communities. He references a ProPublica article that illustrates what they knew, when they knew it and what they didn't do about it. Then, Korzo weighs in on Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and his ongoing strikes on an alleged drug boats in the Caribbean. Finally, Paul McGuire Grimes stops in to discuss the Netflix/Warner Brothers merger.

The full episode of Drivetime with DeRusha for December 4th, 2025.

On Wednesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm Hour: can we please stop claiming our political opponents said something they CLEARLY didn't say?! And Tracy Perlman talks about why Gen Z is going broke trying to look "rich"? 4pm Hour: is MN too generous? Are we creating our own fraud issues? Then attorney Chris Madel talks about why he's running for Governor. 5pm Hour: On the "DeRush-Hour" Jason goes in depth with the St. Paul Downtown Alliance about their latest effort to improve the capitol city. Then what's grinding your gears this week? It's time to vent on ENOUGH!!!

On Tuesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: a new survey says that 1/3 of Americans are opting out of gift giving - are you? Then Jason talks with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. How does the city plan to respond to the planned ICE operation targeting Somalis in Minnesota? 4pm Hour: what's the grossest things people do in public? Then on DeRusha Eats: Mick Stenson and Katie Elmer celebrate 50 years of Davanni's 5pm Hour: on the DeRush-Hour Jason talks with Paul Schnell from the Department of Corrections about a new model being tested at Stillwater prison. Plus, did you get your piece of that giant TikTok settlement?!

Jason welcomes Mick Stenson and one of his daughters Katie Elmer who co-own Davanni's in-studio to talk about celebrating 50 years! Check out their thoughts on DeRusha Eats!

Tuesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks about our friend Chris Cillizza objecting to people clipping fingernails in public. What's the grossest thing you see people do in public? Then on DeRusha Eats: Mick Stenson & Katie Elmer are in-studio to celebrate 50 years of Davanni's!

On Monday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm: Jason asks listeners if it's okay to give up on the Vikings for 2025? Then he talks with attorney Ryan Pacyga, who represented a Feeding our Future defendant. Where does he think accountability is lacking? 4pm: On this month's Radd Report with Kate Raddatz - is it okay to skip the holiday family photo? Is it okay to criticize mom's cooking? And what do you do when you have Jason's delivery issue? 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour Headlines Jason talks with Randy Gray, Security Director for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, about how churches are increasing security after the Annunciation shooting. Then who would Dave Schwartz fire after this debacle of a Vikings season?

On Tuesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about the protests and clashes with police in St. Paul. Where do you stand? Then, what's the dumbest thing we do when the snow hits? 4pm Hour: Chris Shaffer joins the show to talk about when the snow is coming, and how much will we get? Then on DeRusha Eats - what Thanksgiving food would you kick to the curb? 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, it's not just the Somalis that are having their temporary protected status ended. Jason talks to Alice Buckner, Executive Director of the Karen Association of Minnesota about TPS ending for refugees from Myanmar as well. Then Greg Swan joins the show to "Explain the Internet" - why he's an advocate for Waymo, and why he was right about being careful with AI teddy bears.

On Monday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about a question asked by KSTP-TV's Tom Hauser about Somalis and MN fraud, and Rep. Ilhan Omar's assertion that the question sounded racist. Was it? Then Jason talks to immigration attorney David Wilson about a recent spike in Federal officials making unannounced visits to the homes of people working on getting naturalized. What message is trying to be sent? 4pm Hour: Are Democrats concerned Walz may be a drag on the state ticket? Jason talks with listeners and with Blois Olson from "The Morning Take". Then he's joined by John Krueger from Krueger's Christmas Trees in Lake Elmo as their season kicks into high gear. Plus, are introvert gatherings "weird"? 5pm Hour: Jason talks with retail analyst Toopan Bagchi - is Target's plan likely to lead to a rebound? Then Dave Schwartz joins the show for his weekly visit - what's next for JJ McCarthy and the Vikings? Plus it's do-or-die for the Loons tonight!

Tuesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with WCCO TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Shaffer about when the rain will turn to snow and how much we'll get. Then on DeRusha Eats: what Thanksgiving food would you kick to the curb? (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason opens the show marveling at the decorum between President Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani as they meet at the White House. What kind of chess is going on here? Then he talks with St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter about the ICE raid in St. Paul and his concerns. 4pm Hour: It's another round of the fastest growing game show on AM radio: Card DeSharks! Plus, is Sec. Sean Duffy right about dressing better at the airport leading to better behavior? 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour Jason talks with Rep. Jon Koznick about Waymo and if the State needs clearer regulations for driverless rideshare. Then Alec Lewis from "The Athletic" joins the show to talk about Vikings/Packers weekend!

On Thursday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: are you open to riding in a driverless rideshare vehicle? And what does Target's new "10/4" policy say about us as a society? Giselle Ugarte has an interesting take. 4pm Hour: Jessica Lussenhop from ProPublica joins Jason to talk about her reporting with Andy Mannix from the Star Tribune about a horrific story of church sex abuse in Minnesota. Then Jason talks with Alicia Hinze from The Buttered Tin about Thanksgiving Pies on DeRusha Eats. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason learns more about a new emergency housing building in Washington County. Plus, he discusses perhaps the worst pickup line ever conceived.

Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with ProPublica reporter Jessica Lussenhop about her reporting with the Star Tribune's Andy Mannix about an awful case of church sexual abuse in MN. Then he's joined by Alicia Hinze from The Buttered Tin to talk about your Thanksgiving pies on DeRusha Eats!

On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha.... 3pm - Who do you blame for rising property taxes, and why can't government cut back? Plus, what board games cause the biggest battles in Tracy Perlman's family? 4pm - What did Jason see in the company microwave? And when will reporters tell the President to shut it? Plus, Sam O'Neil from the MN Chamber of Commerce tells why they think MN isn't growing the way it should. 5pm - On the DeRush-Hour Jason talks with UMN grad student Elizabeth Abramson about her idea to help revitalize downtown Minneapolis. Plus, what have you had ENOUGH of this week?!

Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE from the Mall of America rotunda for the Interrupt Homelessness Radiothon to benefit Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities! https://www.ugmtc.org/interrupthomelessness/ Mary Seabloom is the Director of Clinical Services at Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities. She and Jason talk about what's offered for mental health and support services. From ID replacement to medical assistance, comprehensive care is what Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities does. Mary also details support for those who may not speak English as their first language. Mary speaks to caring for those in the most vulnerable moments in their life and how her faith has guided her. https://www.ugmtc.org/programs/mental-health-and-support-services/

Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE from the Mall of America rotunda for the Interrupt Homelessness Radiothon to benefit Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities! https://www.ugmtc.org/interrupthomelessness/ Leo is a resident in the Housing Plus program at Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities. He joins Jason to speak about his lifechanging experience he's had with the support of Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities. He's been in the program for awhile and is now finding ways to give back to the mission. He says the success rate of safe and stable housing is 87% with the program. Leo talks about why he sought care with the Housing Plus Program and how they even helped him break down what he needed to do with a thirty step plan. Leo also utilized support services that helped him to get his birth certificate which was from Turkey and his social security card. https://www.ugmtc.org/programs/housing-plus/

Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE from the Mall of America rotunda for the Interrupt Homelessness Radiothon to benefit Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities! https://www.ugmtc.org/interrupthomelessness/ Ivor Brathwaite is the Program Director of the Housing Plus Program at Union Gospel Mission Twin Ciites. Ivor provides the timeline based details of the Housing Plus Program and how they work with men experiencing homelessness by providing mental health services, life-skills classes, financial skills instruction, community support and more. Jason asks about their veteran specific program and they discuss the unique challenges faced by those experiencing homelessness who have served our country. There is no time limit on residency within the Housing Plus program for veterans. https://www.ugmtc.org/programs/veterans-housing-program/

Drivetime with DeRusha is LIVE from the Mall of America rotunda for the Interrupt Homelessness Radiothon to benefit Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities! https://www.ugmtc.org/interrupthomelessness/ Ervin is an alumni of the Veterans Housing Program at Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities. Ervin found the Union Gospel Mission online after suffering profound losses in his family. He was worried about feeling lonely within the program especially after losing his twin brother but when he arrived at the community with other veterans he was lifted up. Not only were his basic needs met but was also provided with a path to his own housing, he has now been there for three months. Ervin speaks about the deep depression he was dealing with when he arrived at Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities and how he was met with open arms and support that got him back on his feet. https://www.ugmtc.org/programs/veterans-housing-program/

On Monday's "Drivetime with DeRusha"... 3pm Hour: Jason tells the story of a hit-and-run accident that hits home. Then he's joined by psychology professor Dr. Jean Twenge to talk about how screens are hurting education 4pm Hour: are you sick of hearing about "affordability" yet? Jason tells you why you will be soon. Then he talks with author Mitch Pearlstein about why he's convinced businesses need to hire more ex-convicts. 5pm Hour: on the "DeRush-Hour" - Blois Olson says ranked choice voting isn't working & Ryan Winkler talks about why he had to sue a business partner. Then Dave Schwartz joins the show to talk about why he's not panicked about JJ McCarthy.

On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Why aren't we willing to walk more in the Twin Cities? And learn how you can donate blood for a great cause! Oh, and would you rather go to a concert, or have sex? 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another exciting edition of Card DeSharks. And our Gen Z movie reviewer Charlie Oakes talks about "Now You See Me Now You Don't" and "Frankenstein"! 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour - how is New Ulm planning to restore Hermann the German? Jason talks to a City Councilor. Plus, Alec Lewis from "The Athletic" joins the show to preview Vikings/Bears.

On Thursday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm: A new study says venting your anger doesn't really help. What do you do? And Anchorage, Alaska will let residents vote on local elections via their phones - good idea? 4pm: Advice columnist Adrienne Lee joins for her monthly "Ask Adri" visit where she talks about how it's actually okay to have tough conversations at Thanksgiving - if you do it right. Plus, on "DeRusha Eats" - people were waiting in a LONG line for Krispy Kremes... what would you wait in line for? 5pm: On the DeRush-Hour Headlines - how quick will we forget the shutdown. And Jason talks with Kristoffer Tigue from the Star Tribune about what the data says about climate change in MN. Plus - do sports leagues need to flat-out ban prop bets?

On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm: just release the dang Epstein files already... this is ridiculous! Plus why is Tracy Perlman addicted to Diet Coke, and what's her go-to plane beverage? 4pm: Do you have Northern Lights FOMO after last night's heavenly display? Plus why are beef prices so high? Jason talks with U of M Extension professor Eric Mousel. 5pm: How high are your health insurance premiums going to go? Jason talks to Denise Robertson from Health Access MN. Plus, what's grinding your gears this week? It's time to vent on ENOUGH!!!

Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason is joined by advice columnist Adrienne Lee for her monthly visit. They talked about politics at Thanksgiving and why it's okay to have those conversations if you do it right. Then on DeRusha Eats: Krispy Kreme had a line around the block when it opened yesterday. What would you wait in line for?

On Tuesday's "Drivetime with DeRusha".... 3pm - Jason's frustrated by the lack of progress with carjackings in Minneapolis. Plus, army veteran Josh Vrtacnik discusses his service and an amazing gift from DAV of MN. 4pm - Will a new bill passed as part of the shutdown agreement kill the THC business in MN? Jason talks with attorney Carol Moss. Then on DeRusha Eats: Owamni's Sean Sherman has a native-inspired cookbook called "Turtle Island" 5pm - On "The DeRush-Hour" what will Surly Brewing do if the THC business goes away? Jason talks with Omar Ansari. Then - how early is too early for businesses to play Christmas music?

Jason is joined by Sean Sherman from Owamni about his new native-inspired cookbook "Turtle Island" and the big upcoming move to his new Guthrie space!

Tuesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with attorney Carol Moss about a provision in the Senate bill to end the shutdown that she thinks will shut down the burgeoning THC industry in Minnesota. Then on DeRusha Eats, Jason talks with Sean Sherman from Owamni who has a native-inspired cookbook called "Turtle Island" out today! (Photo by Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for Big Machine Label Group)

On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm: Target has a new policy on smiling and greeting workers - why are people so mad about it?! Then Sarah Longacre & Wendy Brown talk about a documentary detailing their mother's end-of-life decisions and experience. 4pm: Why did the Democrats cave now on the government shutdown? And Jason visits his son at USC and it was... an adventure. 5pm: On the "DeRush-Hour" he learns more about a new Fox 9 documentary on the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. And Dave Schwartz talks about what went wrong for the Vikings, and why it's taking so long for the next MN United playoff game.

On today's Drivetime with DeRusha: 3pm - It's Election Day! Will Jason commit voter fraud? And Blois Olson highlights the key results to look for. 4pm - You'd be surprised who's getting brotox these days. Plus actor Ryan Reynolds talks about his new wine brand "Ugly Estates" on DeRusha Eats! 5pm - What's Ramsey County doing to help fill the gap in food benefits left by the federal government shutdown? Find out on the DeRush-Hour. Then - are you as annoyed by 6 7 as so many teachers are? It's time for Greg Swan Explains the Internet!

Jason talks with actor and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds about why he's a part of the new wine brand "Ugly Estates" that's launching in Minnesota. Why wine and what's his approach to investing in a brand? Find out on DeRusha Eats! (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

4pm Hour: Jason talks about a shift in the age groups that are seeking cosmetic services and is joined by Dr. Mohiba Tareen from Tareen dermatology to talk about the change in approach to self care. Then on "DeRusha Eats" he's joined by actor and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds to talk about his new wine brand "Ugly Estates" which is launching in Minnesota! (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images for Maximum Effort and Mills Entertainment)

Jason drove to Hudson last night for a $24 burger and fry combo. The reactions on his social media was... incredulous? Is this just the trend we have to adjust to?

4pm Hour: Jason talks about assembling a desk and a chair this morning and why it's a bad idea for spouses to do that together. Then on DeRusha Eats: is a $24 burger outlandish? Or part of a trend?

Check our Chad's full show today featuring Text-a-Topic early on, Bill Guerin on the Wild's early season struggles, fun with Jason DeRusha and much more!

Jason talks with Ingrid Chavez and Jacqui Thompson, co-founders of Las Melodías de la Luna Mezcal about how they met and their Prince connection. Plus, would you prefer a fruity dessert or a chocolate dessert on National Chocolate Day?

4pm Hour: A local artist is creating a map of Twin Cities first kisses. Jason wants your first kiss story! Then on DeRusha Eats - Ingrid Chavez and Jacqui Thompson, co-founders of Las Melodías de la Luna Mezcal join Jason to talk about their product and their Prince connection.

Chip Scoggins joins for two segments of sports conversation before Chad discusses the boom in trade school enrollment and Jason DeRusha joins for some fun previewing his show.

Jason is joined by Liz Grzechowiak, Executive Vice President of LeeAnn Chin, as they celebrate 45 years in business. That and more on DeRusha Eats!

4pm Hour: Jason is wondering if he ought to be concerned over his son pledging a fraternity (jokingly... sort of). Then he's joined by Liz Grzechowiak, Executive VP of LeeAnn Chin about that company turning 45 on DeRusha Eats!

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. 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. 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. 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.