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Episode 2323 - AI culture, corporate "token maxing," and the endless parade of internet personalities competing for the title of Most Confused Human Being Alive. A few questionable clips later, they hit the phone to call Nurse Fiona, who is riding home from a day near Caseville with a vehicle full of kids who immediately prove they inherited her sense of humor. The first half of the episode becomes an unexpected road-trip recap as Fiona, the kids, and the guys trade stories about beaches, baseball, parenting, anxiety, blended families, and why modern kids seem to have access to way more chaos than previous generations ever imagined. The younger voices steal more than a few laughs before Hat Trick arrives to get things really rolling. The conversation quickly shifts into familiar territory. Hat Trick's Fireman Saga receives a major update when she reveals that her long-running suspicions were confirmed and the married-man mystery is no longer much of a mystery. That leads to a surprisingly thoughtful discussion about honesty, boundaries, relationships, attraction, and why sometimes the arrangement everybody secretly expects turns out to be exactly the arrangement everyone wanted. Elsewhere, Kid reflects on losing Rosie, talks about mowing with a thirty-pound weighted vest like a complete lunatic, and El Pres wonders whether all middle-aged men eventually become obsessed with windows, bone density, and lawn maintenance. The crew also wanders through religion, Satan jokes, politics, conspiracy theories, wrestling at the White House, public outrage culture, concert safety, music playlists, sleeping habits, and Benson Boone's continued existence. By the end, the gang is planning future recordings, future hookups, future baseball games, and future excuses for avoiding responsibility while enjoying perfect summer weather from lawn chairs. In other words, a completely normal episode. Listen in. Go Deep.
Yah Welcome Wednesday Shifters, perhaps it is time to spend less time looking outward and rather focusing what's within, spending less time searching for the attention and validation of others and building yourself up!... Because some people are doing WAY too much, don't be one of them!... The movie Apex has taken the world by storm and the boys have finally watched it and have some thoughts to share!... The Speights Men's Den is a place where EVERYBODY is welcome, a place we like to slow down, breaks things a part and talk about it, it's a safe space!... And today's topic is talking about how long term relationship struggles are not solvable problems, agree or disagree? Let us know in the comments below!... Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:16 - Check In 13:30 - Daily Bread (Trending Movie Thoughts) 22:48 - The Worst Thing You Did For Attention 41:46 - The Speights Men's Den 54:21 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Big Truss LDV Tuesday Everyday we are given the chance to pick a path... Matua Marc has put together are line up of the GREATEST rivalries of everyday this or that's... A daily routine of school pick up took a drastic turn for Jordan as he lived every parents WORST nightmare, ending with a needed message that everyone needs to hear... Sharing is caring and one of the most valuable things we can share as humans are life hacks that ACTUALLY change your life!... The FIFA World Cup is next week and guess what, the 'Dark Horse' of the tournament is one of our very own!... Be a part of our group on the StrideKick App by entering this code into the 'Challenge' Column : 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS: www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift: www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:39 - Check In 10:19 - Daily Bread (He's One Of Our Own!) 20:33 - Every Parent's WORST Nightmare 38:39 - Life Changing Life Hacks 46:29 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Geddit Geddit Friday SHIFTERS we are well and truly on our way to 1 Billion Steps... A big shout out to all of those who have joined Stride Kick group and are taking part in our challenge 'Step Up Aotearoa' that we have teamed up with City Fitness to do!, Some of y'all be MOVING!... Is being quite a sign of high intelligence, find out as Jordan goes through underrated signs of higher intelligence!... Telepathy, don't lie, you wish you could do it WELL THE BOYS CAN!... Kind of, sort of, not really but listen to todays show to see them try their best!... And how would you really react if you saw someone from the past, today?. A reminder that we aren't here for our LDV Mahi Monday so we will see you for a LDV Big Truss Tuesday!. Join our group on the StrideKick App by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:19 - Check In (How Would You React) 9:42 - Daily Bread 20:37 - Telepathy Test 26:33 - Step Up Aotearoa With City Fitness 28:47 - Signs Of High Intelligence 39:31 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"We come to [God] to ask for help. And what does he do so generously? He gives us his power through his strength. And it doesn't matter how "little" the thing is, he doesn't just care about the "capital B," big things in our lives. He cares about it all. His door is always open."— Jennifer Dukes LeeToday's Episode: What if you started your day by asking God for help? Like every single day, before your feet hit the floor? What might shift for you...in a good way? This is the question Jennifer Dukes Lee is asking us to consider. She lays a firm foundation of the biblical precedent for relying on God. But her own stories are what will compel you to really consider the fruit of asking God for help—not just in the big things, but in every thing, every day. You'll walk away with a renewed sense of the deep care of God for you and a fresh willingness to ask him for help each morning. This month's memory verse: "I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being." — Ephesians 3:16Today's guest: Jennifer Dukes Lee is a bestselling author, speaker, and morning evangelist from Iowa. She is the author of several books, including How to Love Your Morning, Growing Slow, and Stuff I'd Only Tell God. She wants to live her life in such a way that you can't help but want more of Jesus. Links from today's show: Check out all things Jennifer Dukes Lee at jenniferdukeslee.com. Get your copy of Who Am I and What Am I Doing with My Life? for 30% at thegoodbook.com with code WHOAMI.Get the Conversational Commentaries Series for 30% off with a free Crossway Plus account at crossway.org. Get 20% off at cozyearth.com with the code DWELL.Support the showKEEP UP WITH ALL THE THINGSWebsite: DwellDifferently.comSocials: @dwelldifferently | @nataliejoyabbott | @verabethschmitzNewsletter — get devotional content along with new projects!Facebook Group — join the conversation about God's Word!
Talk To Me Nice Thursday GAME 1 IS DONE AND DUSTED... Which means it is forfeit time, pride, game 1 bragging rights OH and having to GIVE UP one of the teams you follow... Will the debts be paid and the deal be kept?... Can you say "did you fart" in a flirty tone?, how about in a reassuring tone?, actually don't worry because the boys will do it so you don't have to!... TMS acting class is in session!.... YEAH NAAAH is making a comeback to the podcast and todays YEAH NAAAH are the staple burgers found around Aotearoa!... We have another money moment to let you in on another exciting feature that our friends at Sharesies have to offer to help YOU upgrade your financial portfolio and knowledge, today we will be covering Sharesies 'Advised Portfolios' Hold up! Before anyone gets ideas about keeping the kids' investment for themselves - technically, those funds are held in trust. Once you pick an age for them to get access, it's their "spend money," not yours—no matter how much they might make your hairs on the back of your neck stand up! For more information on advised portfolios, including fees, see the Sharesies Advice Disclosure Statement at www.sharesies.nz Sharesies Investment Management Limited is the issuer of the Sharesies KiwiSaver Scheme. The product disclosure statement (PDS) for the Sharesies KiwiSaver Scheme has been lodged, and may be viewed on the Disclose Register or at www.sharesies.nz Join our group on the StrideKick by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:48 - Check In (IT'S FORFEIT TIME) 10:12 - Daily Bread 20:47 - Sharesies Money Moment - Advised Portfolios 25:56 - Say The Phrase 32:38 - YEAH NAAAH 40:11 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yah Welcome Wednesday State Of Origin Game 1 is TONIGHT!... You know what that means (if you don't we'll tell you) IT MEANS FORFEIT TIME!... It is time to select the forfeit that the person/s of the losing team will HAVE to carry out!... Mr Beast put forward an interesting question, one that is bound to create conversation worldwide... Which button would YOU decide to press if you had to?... The Speights Men's Den is a place where EVERYONE is welcome... Where we do our part to Help Mates, Be BETTER Mates!... And we go through a list of things that New Zealand are responsibly for, to the rest of the world, you are welcome! (Let us know where you are from in the comments below) LETS PUSSSHHH! Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 5:26 - Check In 13:30 - Daily Bread 23:09 - New Zealand Did It First! 28:22 - Which Button Would YOU Press? 35:27 - The Speights Men's Den 51:54 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Big Truss Tuesday Here in Aotearoa and many parts of the world, music brings people together, it heals, it comforts... Jordan had a breakthrough moment while in the shower where he wanted to put his own twist to NZ Music Month that happens every May to showcase kiwi artists and music, although he wanted to him a TMS twist on it and do a battle, OLD kiwi bangers vs NEW kiwi bangers to see who comes out on top!... Being an adult doesn't void you from taking L' s at anytime, any day, anywhere!... Here are some adult L's to help you watch yourself!... It's our second day here in the amazing Red Bull Studio and Matua is already stitching Brook up... Be a part of our group on the StrideKick App by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS: www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift: www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:55 - Check In (Matua Stitched Brook Up) 8:30 - Daily Bread 21:46 - Old Bangers VS New Bangers - NZ Edition 38:37 - Adulthood L's 50:27 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LDV Mahi Monday Whattt where are we now? Well a HUGE shoutout to Red Bull NZ for allowing us to use their amazing studios for the next few weeks as the NEW space gets it's final touches!... Breakups, they are something that as a human, we won't to never have to experience, right behind your favourite food spot being closed when you are hungry, but how are people dealing with break ups?... The MEN lie, The WOMEN Lie but the STARS don't... PART 2!... Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:28 - Check In (It Is Origin Week) 10:33 - Daily Bread 17:47 - Questionable Break Ups 27:27 - The Stars Don't Lie PT 2 39:57- Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Geddit Geddit Friday Foot Locker Friday has come early and we'd like to say a massive thank you to Foot Locker for graciously giving us 20 pairs of fresh TN's to give away to 20 Rangatahi down here in Whakatane... Men lie, Women Lie but the STARS don't lie!... What does the date of the day you were born have to say about your personality traits!... We have a new game for you to try with those around you!... Guess the number, but you only get a few clues!... Join our group on the StrideKick App by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 2:47 - Check In (Foot Locker Friday) 8:13 - Daily Bread 21:56 - Guess The Number 33:41 - Personality Test (Stars Don't Lie) 44:33 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Morning Shift's full show on Thursday, May 21st, 2026.
HR2 - Nice to see Kevin Stefanski publicly call people out & hold them accountable In hour two Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, let you hear Atlanta Falcons Offensive Coordinator Tommy Rees talk about the balance between installing a new offense and also keeping tabs on the rest of the league's offensive trends, react to what Coach Rees had to say, let you hear Falcons Running Back Bijan Robinson talk about what Rees brings to the table as a coordinator, react to what Bijan had to say, and talk about how Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski and Rees are showing early that they're willing to change and adapt when needed. Then, Ali tests Mike's and Beau's knowledge with some Throwback Thursday Trivia for the halftime portion of the show! The Morning Shift crew also continues to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Miami Marlins 9-1 last night in Miami in game three of their four game series, let you hear Braves Manager Walt Weiss talk about the little league home run that Dominic Smith hit in last night's game, react to what the Braves Skipper had to say, talk about the great start and outing that Braves starting pitcher Chris Sale had last night, explain why they think Sale and another Braves starting pitcher in Bryce Elder are both on pace to battle each other for this year's NL Cy Young award, and then close out hour two by reacting to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle!
HR1 - Jalon Walker has everything he needs to have a big sophomore season this year In hour one Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Miami Marlins 9-1 last night in Miami in game three of their four game series, talk about how Dominic Smith's 12 pitch at-bat that ultimately ended in a three-run home run was a thing of beauty, let you hear Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski talk about the health the statuses of Falcons defensive end Bralen Trice, defensive back Billy Bowman Jr., and others, react to what Coach Stefanski had to say, let you hear Atlanta Falcons EDGE and outside linebacker Jalon Walker talk about OTAs, how he's excited for year two, and when things started clicking for him last season. Mike, Ali, and Beau also react to what Jalon had to say, and explain why they think health, confidence, and continuity will be the reasons that Walker has a big sophomore season this year. The Morning Shift crew closes out hour three by reacting to the news that Bobby Dodd Stadium is going to get some nice renovations after the Develop Fulton Board of Directors unanimously approved a bond inducement resolution of up to $70 million for a renovation project that will help modernize and upgrade the stadium on Georgia Tech's campus, explain why they think the renovations are much needed and well deserved for Georgia Tech and Bobby Dodd Stadium, react to the news that LSU has finalized a deal to add their former Head Football Coach Ed Orgeron to its football coaching staff, and then close out hour one by diving into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid!
Talk To Me Nice Thursday Our first night in the beautiful Whakatane didn't quite go to plan... So much so that Matua's decision caused some friction amongst the group... Should Matua be getting thrown as much shade as he is or is it valid? Let us know in the comments!... The Speights Men's Den where EVERYONE is welcome!... We find ourselves being inspired by those around us and filled with hope and confidence with the next generation of Rangitahi that will be here once we are no longer! Join our group on the StrideKick by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 1:43 - Check In 5:56 - Daily Bread 18:32 - Unresolved Friction... 33:24 - The Speights Men's Den 43:41 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Morning Shift's full show on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026.
Yah Welcome Wednesday The boys are back from Brisbane and it wouldn't be a trip without something going wrong... So much so, that Matua Marc would like to send out a special apology!... We are in the presence of GREATNESS, today on the show we are joined by UFC Light Heavyweight Champion - Carlos Ulberg!... Jordan shares a special experience he had with his loving fiancé in the center of the earth!... Hobbiton! Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 1:57 - Check In (Matua Marc's Apology) 24:49 - Daily Bread 34:01 - UFC Light Heavyweight World Champion - Carlos Ulberg 1:00:57 - Final Words 1:3:23 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HR2 - Falcons quarterback battle will be under microscope from now until Week 1 In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, talk about the Atlanta Falcons kicking off OTAs, talk about quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa, tight end Kyle Pitts, and other Falcons main players all being at OTAs yesterday, and explain why they think it's important that both Penix Jr. and Tua get plenty of first team reps in OTAs. Then Ali tests Mike's, Dylan's, and Beau's movie, sports, and general history knowledge as she takes them back in the day for the halftime portion of the show! The Morning Shift crew also continues to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves getting blown out by the Miami Marlins in Miami last night 12-0 in game one of their four game series, talk about how the Braves offense struggled again last night, talk about how Braves rookie starting pitcher JR Ritchie just had a bad night last night, talk about how Braves relief pitcher Aaron Bummer's struggles continued last night, talk about how Bummer looked lost on the mound last night, and then close out hour two by reacting to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle.
The Morning Shift's full show on Tuesday, May 19th, 2026.
HR2 - Falcons run game can be next level if Jake Matthews' run blocking improves In hour two Ali Mac, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, continue to talk about which returning Atlanta Falcons player or players will and/or need to take the biggest jump this season, explain why they think Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and Falcons center Ryan Neuzil must take the biggest jumps in the Falcons offense this season, hit the halftime portion of the show where they talk about some of the crazy and funny stories that happened over the weekend that you may've missed, including letting you hear former Atlanta Braves pitcher and now Braves analyst and sideline reporter for BravesVision Paul Byrd's ending to his post game interview with Braves outfielder Mike Yastrzemski on Friday night where he ended the interview by saying Yastrzemski wasn't the best player or an MVP caliber player but a guy who works hard and does a lot of things right. Mike, Ali, and Beau also explain why the ending to that interview and Byrd's words got overblown, explain why people shouldn't be criticizing Paul for what he said, and explain why they think this whole thing is no big deal. The Morning Shift crew also lets you hear former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning explain why his dad took so much heat for him not wanting to be drafted by the San Diego Chargers even though his dad wasn't actually against him going to the Chargers, react to what Eli had to say, continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves winning another series yesterday after beating the Boston Red Sox 8-1 in Atlanta in the rubber match of their three game series, explain why they think the Braves can't afford for third baseman and slugger Austin Riley to turn into a home run or strikeout hitter, and then close out hour two by reacting to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle.
The Morning Shift's full show on Monday, May 18th, 2026.
LDV Mahi Monday Can we call this a full circle moment or do we call it a step in the right direction because although we are back at Matua Marcs whare, we have moved from the humble beginnings of his garage to outside on his deck under his masterpiece louvers!... Considering how hot it is though, we will probably head back inside to his garage BUT we are excited as this now symbolises the beginnings to OUR (that means ALL of us) journey!... Magic Round has come and gone and although it was majority of a field day for Play On, the Shifters couldn't be left behind, don't be silly now!... You have 5 spots to draft your DREAM Disney team... Who are you choosing and no... Marvel is NOT Disney!. Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 2:27 - Check In 9:49 - Daily Bread 21:26 - Our Slice Of Magic Round 26:55 - Dream Disney Draft 50:05 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HR2 - Falcons have three different tough stretches throughout their 2026-27 season In hour two Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan continue to react to and give their thoughts on the Atlanta Falcons 2026-27 schedule release video, continue to react to and give their thoughts on the Falcons 2026-27 schedule, talk what about what parts of the Falcons schedule they think will be toughest, talk about how the Falcons final three games of the regular season being division games is a tough way to end season, play a round of Fair or Foul for the halftime portion of the show, and on this edition of Fair or Foul Ali, Mike, and Beau discuss if it's fair or foul to think that the Atlanta Falcons 2026-27 schedule sets them up for success. Finally, to close out hour two The Morning Shift crew spends some time with former Atlanta Falcons quarterback, and now analyst for the Atlanta Falcons Radio Network Dave Archer! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Dave discuss what game Dave would have circled on the Falcons 2026-27 schedule if he was still playing, the Falcons having to travel to Madrid, Spain to play the Cincinnati Bengals, come home to play the Kansas City Chiefs after that, and then have their bye week. The Morning Shift crew and Arch also talk about how Dave feels about the two game stretch where the Falcons will play the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay on Thursday night and then play the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on Monday Night Football the week after. Ali, Mike, Beau, and Dave also discuss if Dave thinks there's any added pressure for the Falcons playing three straight primetime games, if Dave thinks it's weird that the Falcons finish the 2026-27 season playing three straight division games, the Falcons playing two straight cold weather games in December when they travel to Cleveland to take on the Browns and then when they go to Washington to take on the Commanders in back to back weeks, how Dave feels about the Falcons bye week coming in week 11, how tough it is for opposing teams to play in Minnesota against the Vikings, and which road game he thinks will be the toughest road game for the Falcons this season.
Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan spend some time with former Atlanta Falcons quarterback, and now analyst for the Atlanta Falcons Radio Network Dave Archer! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Dave discuss what game Dave would have circled on the Falcons 2026-27 schedule if he was still playing, the Falcons having to travel to Madrid, Spain to play the Cincinnati Bengals, come home to play the Kansas City Chiefs after that, and then have their bye week. The Morning Shift crew and Arch also talk about how Dave feels about the two game stretch where the Falcons will play the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay on Thursday night and then play the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on Monday Night Football the week after. Ali, Mike, Beau, and Dave also discuss if Dave thinks there's any added pressure for the Falcons playing three straight primetime games, if Dave thinks it's weird that the Falcons finish the 2026-27 season playing three straight division games, the Falcons playing two straight cold weather games in December when they travel to Cleveland to take on the Browns and then when they go to Washington to take on the Commanders in back to back weeks, how Dave feels about the Falcons bye week coming in week 11, how tough it is for opposing teams to play in Minnesota against the Vikings, and which road game he thinks will be the toughest road game for the Falcons this season.
HR3 - Falcons will face many high profile QBs for multiple weeks in a row this season In hour three Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, continue to react to and give their thoughts on the Atlanta Falcons 2026-27 schedule release video, continue to react to and give their thoughts on the Falcons 2026-27 schedule, and discuss who they think will be the toughest quarterback the Falcons will face in the first four weeks of the season. Then, Ali, Mike, and Beau spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own Atlanta Braves insider and reporter, Grant McAuley! Mike, Ali, and Grant discuss if Grant thinks Atlanta Braves Manager Walt Weiss or Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos deserves more credit for the Braves success so far this season, what Grant expects to see tonight from Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider against the Boston Red Sox after having an up and down season debut against the Colorado Rockies and then a really good second start against the Los Angeles Dodgers, who Grant thinks is the Braves most important player besides Matt Olson, if Grant thinks the Braves could make a trade at or before the trade deadline to get another catcher with Sean Murphy set to miss at least the next two months, how Walt Weiss has been able to take what most people thought was a thin starting pitching rotation and turn it into an effective six man rotation, and the Braves using pitcher Didier Fuentes in a similar way they used Max Fried when Max was first getting adjusted as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. The Morning Shift crew also reacts to the news that the NFL will not be reviewing teams' schedule release videos for jokes surrounding New England Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel and former Senior NFL reporter for the Athletic Dianna Russini whose alleged relationship has been quite the topic of discussion since photos of them together in Arizona ahead of the league's annual owners' meetings were leaked last month, explain why they think the NFL was never going to stop teams for mentioning Vrabel and Russini if they wanted to, and then out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!
The Morning Shift's full show on Friday, May 15th, 2026.
Geddit Geddit Friday Well then... The time has come for our LAST show and last GEDDIT GEDDIT FRIDAY EVER!... Well for this studio!.... Where to next though is the question?... Let's take some time to reflect on the time we spent here together (Let us know your favourite memory in the comments)... We have to end our final show with a BANGER so what better way to end it with no other than Ask Us ANYTHING!... This studio has served us well with many unforgettable announcements, interviews, milestones and moments of growth... We can't wait to bring you along with us as we turn as page and begin a new, exciting chapter! LESSSPUSHHH! Join our group on the StrideKick App by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 2:15 - Check In (Reflection Time) 13:25 - Daily Bread 18:58 - Ask Us Anything! 35:11 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Morning Shift's full show on Thursday, May 14th, 2026.
HR2 - Falcons 2026-27 schedule could end up being toughest in NFL this year In hour two Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Beau Morgan quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, talk about how the Atlanta Falcons have the fifth easiest schedule in the NFL based on their opponents' win percentage last year, talk about how those numbers are very misleading, and explain why they think the Falcons 2026-27 schedule is way tougher than the strength of schedule rankings suggest. Then, Ali tests Mike's and Beau's knowledge with some NFL schedule release themed Throwback Thursday Trivia for the halftime portion of the show! The Morning Shift crew also continues to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the Chicago Cubs 4-1 last night in Atlanta in game two of their three game series, explain why they think Manager Walt Weiss and the Braves have gotten the most out of the team's low budget starting pitching rotation so far this year, and then close out hour two by reacting to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle!
Talk To Me Nice Thursday Proposing is one of the biggest questions you may ever ask and it's a day that MANY wait their entire lives for... Well after hearing how others popped the question Matua, Brook and Jordan are left to figure out if there is a right and wrong way to propose... MELODOWNZ joins us in studio to talk about his new album release 'BRON' (Out NOW! Get to streaming)... And who would've thought, that out of ALL things it would be PHO that would take Brook out!... Join our group on the StrideKick by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:14 - Check In 10:36 - Daily Bread (Brook VS a Pho) 16:57 - MELODOWNZ - New Album 'BRON' 43:07 - The Right VS Wrong Way To Propose 58:21 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Morning Shift's full show on Wednesday, May 13th, 2026.
Yah Welcome Wednesday All Jordan wanted to do was share something that he came across that caught his attention but quickly found himself in the middle of an observation dish out from Matua and Brook... There is a silent killer that takes down, dreams, goals, finding satisfaction in watching those around you succeed and do well... And that is Tall Poppy Syndrome, tune into todays show to hear Jordan, Brook and Matua Marcs thoughts on the silent killer... Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:54 - Check In (Pick Apart Jordan Day) 12:02 - Daily Bread 25:41 - Exploring Tall Poppy Syndrome 47:53 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HR3 - Falcons latest roster moves could cause their O-Line depth to look different In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to react to the Atlanta Falcons signing defensive tackle Ross Blacklock, linebacker Daveren Rayner, offensive linemen Layden Robinson, offensive linemen Brandon Walton, and in corresponding moves releasing tight end Brandon Frazier, defensive tackle Ben Stille, wide receiver Deven Thompkins, and running back Carlos Washington Jr. Mike, Ali, and Beau also explain why they think the Falcons latest signings may be trouble for Falcons offensive linemen Michael Jerrell and Storm Norton. The Morning Shift crew also talks about the Georgia Department of Transportation rescheduling the I-285 construction project shutdown, continue to preview the Atlanta Braves' three game series with the Chicago Cubs that starts tonight in Atlanta, explain why they think the Braves will have tough roster decisions to make once the team is at full health, talk about what qualifies as bad meeting and workplace etiquette, and then close out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!
HR2 - Falcons using second wave of free agency to improve their depth In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, continue to react to the Atlanta Falcons signing defensive tackle Ross Blacklock, linebacker Daveren Rayner, offensive linemen Layden Robinson, offensive linemen Brandon Walton, and in corresponding moves releasing tight end Brandon Frazier, defensive tackle Ben Stille, wide receiver Deven Thompkins, and running back Carlos Washington Jr. Mike, Ali, and Beau also explain why they think Robinson provides good offensive line depth for the Falcons but won't push starting left guard Matthew Bergeron or starting right guard Chris Lindstrom for their starting jobs. Then, Ali tests Mike, Dylan, and Beau's movie, sports, and general history knowledge as she takes them back in the day for the halftime portion of the show! The Morning Shift crew also continues to preview the Atlanta Braves' three game series with the Chicago Cubs that starts tonight in Atlanta, explain why they think ultimate utility man Mauricio Dubón needs to be in the Braves' lineup for the foreseeable future, and then close out hour two by reacting to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle.
The Morning Shift's full show on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026.
Big Truss Tuesday Do you struggle to hold a conversation? Whether it's on a first date, talking to a colleague, a stranger or someone who caught you off guard with small talk? Well Jordan has got you covered with some questions that are SURE to break the ice and create a conversation... We cover the biggest headlines in TRU NEWS FOR YOUSSS with Papa Mike McRoberts, todays topic is close to home as it is one that has impacted Papa Mike personally... The topic of identity theft, deep fake and fraud!... That is another show in the bag as we near in on our last day in our studio!... Be a part of our group on the StrideKick App where we are teaming up with City Fitness to Step Up For Aotearoa with 1BILLION STEPS!... You can join our group by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS: www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift: www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 2:56 - Check In 8:39 - Daily Bread (The Most Attractive City) 22:43 - Questions That Will BREAK The Ice 48:24 - TRUUU NEWS FOR YOUS With Papa Mike McRoberts 58:59 - Final Words 59:16 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Morning Shift's full show on Monday, May 11th, 2026.
LDV Mahi Monday THE WAIT IS OVER... Last week caused nothing short of a RUCKUS when he teased the first note of a song in what he likes to call 'Beat It'... Hundreds of people guessed what the song may have been and TODAY those guesses will be answered as he finally reveals the song!... Currently the worlds eyes are on a cruise ship that is sitting just off of the coast of Cape Verde following a deadly outbreak of hantavirus... IMAGINE, what if... just what is the Warriors won it all this year... Let's paint the picture, let's organise the parade, let's make it a public holiday! IT IS FREE TO DREAM but what if it became a reality?!... For those who are keen to be a part of the exciting announcement, Download 'Stridekick' on either The Play or App Store and enter the following code into the 'Challenge Code' column : 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:52 - Check In 9:42 - Daily Bread 19:25 - StrideKick Update 22:39 - Holiday Turned Bad 30:28 - THE WARRIORS HAVE WON THE PREIMERSHIP 39:21 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HR3 - This series between Braves & Dodgers feels different than ones in recent years In hour three Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Dylan Mathews quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, continue to react to the news that the Atlanta Falcons have officially signed wide receiver Zachariah Branch, linebacker Kendal Daniels, linebacker Harold Perkins and offensive lineman Ethan Onianwa to their rookie contracts, continue to react to the Falcons also officially signing 14 undrafted free agents yesterday, continue to react to the news that the Falcons have also signed cornerback and former Falcon Darren Hall, react to the Indianapolis Colts releasing veteran cornerback Kenny Moore II, talk about if Moore is someone the Falcons could pursue, explain why they think the Falcons signing Moore II is unlikely after drafting Avieon Terrell, talk about Falcons rookie minicamp starting today, and Mike explains what an NFL rookie minicamp is like. Then Mike and Ali Mac spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own Atlanta Braves insider and reporter, Grant McAuley! Mike, Ali, and Grant discuss where the Braves would be without Ted Turner, the Braves playing the Dodgers at the right time and facing the backend of their starting pitching rotation, what adjustments Grant thinks Spencer Strider will make in his second start of the season tomorrow night against the Dodgers, how important it is for the Braves to win this series against the Dodgers with the red hot Chicago Cubs coming to Atlanta for a three game series next week, when Grant thinks the Braves will be able to be at full strength this season, and why the Braves have been picked off at first base more than usual this season. The Morning Shift crew also talks about when the best time to go swimming is, and then closes out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!
The Morning Shift's full show on Friday, May 8th, 2026.
HR2 - Darren Hall may not make Falcons Week 1 roster, but could be playing Week 18 In hour two Mike Johnson, Ali Mac, and Dylan Mathews quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, react to the news that the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments are expanding to 76 teams, continue to react to the news that the Atlanta Falcons have officially signed wide receiver Zachariah Branch, linebacker Kendal Daniels, linebacker Harold Perkins and offensive lineman Ethan Onianwa to their rookie contracts, continue to react to the Falcons also officially signing 14 undrafted free agents yesterday, continue to react to the news that the Falcons have also signed cornerback and former Falcon Darren Hall, and explain why they think Hall may end up being an important depth piece for the Falcons late in in the year. Then, Ali's and Mike's mothers join the show for a special Mother's Day edition of Fair or Foul! Dylan gives Ali's and Mike's moms statements about their respective daughter and son and they have to choose whether or not that statement is fair or foul! The Morning Shift crew also continues to preview the Atlanta Braves' upcoming three game series with the Los Angeles Dodgers that starts tonight in LA, talk about how the Braves can't let their first series loss against the Seattle Mariners turn into a week long slump by losing their next two series' of the season against the Dodgers and Chicago Cubs, and then close out hour two by reacting to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle!
Geddit Geddit Friday Our second to last Geddit Geddit Friday in the studio... Let's make the most of it... Matua Marc gives the boys what may be the ULTIMATE of ultimate ultimatums... Let us know below what ultimatum you fear the most... Auckland FC Star, Marlee Francois joins us in the studio ahead of their big clash against Adelaide United for the 1st leg of the Semi Finals in the A-League Finals Series (6pm Go Media Stadium)... And DON'T forget that this Sunday is mothers day, so to wrap up the show, the boys have a special message for all the mothers! Join our group on the StrideKick App where we are teaming up with City Fitness to Step Up For Aotearoa with 1BILLION STEPS!... You can join our group by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 4:12 - Check In (Ultimate Ultimatums) 12:08 - Daily Bread 21:34 - Weekly Whanau Feedback! 31:46 - Marlee Francois - Auckland FC Finals Series 38:44 - This Is For The Mothers 46:06 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Morning Shift's full show on Thursday, May 7th, 2026.
Talk To Me Nice Thursday What is the opposite of Up?, Opposite of out?, Cold?, Go?... Simple right?, you'd think so, Brook puts Jordan and Matua on the spot to see just how quick they can identify the opposites!... Imagine winning life changing money all because you can NAP!, well that was reality for one person... With the 2026 Election on it's way here in Aotearoa, we want to express and talk about how YOUR say is more important than you think, especially during these times! Join our group on the StrideKick App where we are teaming up with City Fitness to Step Up For Aotearoa with 1BILLION STEPS!... You can join our group by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 5:51 - Check In 11:53 - Daily Bread (Annual Nap Off) 21:53 - Elections 2026 37:59 - What Is The Opposite 47:09 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Morning Shift's full show on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026.
Yah Welcome Wednesday Jordan shares his newly found interest but is he too late to jump on the fan train?... The Speight Men's Den is in todays show and an overview of the decrease in marriage and increase in divorce is discussed, why may this be happening and what may it mean?... Siblings... No matter what they do deep down you know you truly love them and would do for them BUT what is most DUMBEST thing your sibling has ever done?... Join our group on the StrideKick App where we are teaming up with City Fitness to Step Up For Aotearoa with 1BILLION STEPS!... You can join our group by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:24 - Check In 8:29 - Daily Bread (Jordan's Newly Found Interest) 19:28 - How Dumb Is Your Sibling 29:30 - Speights Men's Den 42:39 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Big Truss Tuesday When it comes to getaways with the friend group is it okay to leave your other half at home or so they be joining you even if they're the only partner included?... Hear what the boys have to say in today's show... TRUUU NEWS FOR YOUS with Papa Mike McRoberts - Today he dives into a topic that has been dwelling on him for quite some time... A BIG SHOUTOUT to the Shifters that have joined our group on the StrideKick App where we are teaming up with City Fitness to Step Up For Aotearoa with 1BILLION STEPS!... You can join our group by entering this code into the 'Challenge Column: 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS: www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift: www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 2:05 - Check In 9:49 - Daily Bread (Harry Potter Day) 19:46 - To Leave Or Not To Leave Your Partner Behind 29:01 - TRUUU NEWS FOR YOUS With Papa Mike McRoberts 39:55 - Final Words 40:53 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LDV Mahi Monday This has been MANY months in the making but TODAY we can finally share an EXCITING ANNOUCEMENT with you all!... Three divisional, professional WORLD CHAMIPON boxer Lani Daniels joins us in studio today for a catch up... Matua Marc didn't think his story through before sharing it and backed himself into a corner, will he be able to get out or have to accept is fate and BROOK!, Brook believes he has found the test of ALL tests... One that NO ONE will be able to decipher and answer! (Drop guesses below in the comments) For those who are keen to be a part of the exciting announcement, Download 'Stridekick' on either The Play or App Store and enter the following code into the 'Challenge Code' column : 96WPG7G3DM Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 2:35 - Check In 11:15 - Daily Bread 18:28 - WE HAVE AN ANNOUCEMENT 26:25 - Lani Daniels - Super-Middleweight World Champion 41:52 - Matua Backs Himself Into A Corner! 49:41 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Geddit Geddit Friday HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE RIVER WILL ALWAYS DELIEVER or very own JORDAN!... Some took trips to the principals office because they were in trouble, some because they were getting praised and some because they were expressing themselves by crumping during lunch time... Today's 'Guess The' is dedicated to all of the 90's babies out there, hopefully this brings you some nostalgia and reminds you of the easier times, today 'Guess The' is 90's Cartoon Edition!... And for all of the sports lovers, the boys share their thoughts on the Jarome Luai move/situation!... Happy Friday Shifters, have a safe and enjoyable weekend! We will see you on Monday!... Hit this link to be a part of our Private Facebook group and stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ Shop our TMS Merch here fam! https://youknowclothing.com/search?options%5Bprefix%5D=last&q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:17 - Check In 13:02 - Daily Bread (Trip To The Principles Office) 18:58 - Guess The... (90's Cartoon Edition) 27:14 - Our Thoughts On The Jarome Luai Move 40:09 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Talk To Me Nice Thursday The price of things in recent year have been nothing short of a roller coaster... Up and Down, many of us have forgotten just how good it used to be but have the boys?... Let's have a bit of fun with 'The Price Is Probably Wrong"... Louis Davis, Social media star, father, husband, cousin to THE RIVER is about to partake is what many would call a life changing experience - BEAST GAMES!... The show where he is representing Aotearoa and could win IT ALL or walk away empty handed... Thank you to everyone who has sent in suggestions for a new location... Please keep them coming through! Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 3:32 - Check In 12:14 - Daily Bread (The Return Of BEBO) 21:59 - Louis Davis - Beast Games 31:32 - The Price Is Probably Wrong 42:11 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yah Welcome Wednesday Look Shifters... Bad new is never good news and bad news is never easy to share... But we have some bad news that we need to tell you and all we can do is ask for your help!... The Speight Men's Den is in todays show and it is a letter that was admirably sent in via a Shifter after some much needed advice on trying to decide does he stay away or return home... 'Can You Guess' where in today's match up - Jordan and Matua Marc take each other on, where they have to guess the movie just from the theme song (It's not as easy as you think) and of course because we missed it last week, Weekly Whanau Feedback... Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - Intro 2:44 - Check In 9:11 - Daily Bread (Another Classic Brook Moment) 16:31 - Guess The... (Movie Edition) 20:46 - Speights Men's Den 29:49 - Weekly Whanau Feedback 39:19 - We Have Some Bad News... 41:41 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices