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Megan Lynch re-visits the top stories for the week as covered by the KMOX newsroom. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Geoff Fowler is the Head of public engagement, Youth AI Safety Institute, Common Sense Media. He joins Megan with a look at a new report on AI-generated images. The institute conducted a national survey of teens, half of them have seen AI-generated sexual images and a quarter of it was of themselves. Where are they seeing it? A 'vast majority were seeing it in their social media feeds,' and group chats with friends says Fowler. 66% said they were scared of a deep-fake being created of themselves, Folwer tells Lynch. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Ashley Laws, Region Executive for Consumer Investments at Bank of America, says it's better if you have a plan for your tax refund. She joins Megan Lynch with tips for how to handle your extra cash. 'If you don't have a plan, your money can make the decision for you very quickly,' says Laws. . (Photo Illustration by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Debbie Monterrey chatted with travel expert and author Meggan Kaiser as interest in Route 66 has grown over the past decade. 'Road trips are having a real moment, right now,' says Kaiser. She says communities along Route 66 are gearing up for centennial parties. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
McKay Coppins, staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of Romney: A Reckoning (Simon & Schuster, 2023), discusses his year-long foray into the world of sports betting, and his observation of how gambling has permeated "every nook and cranny" of American life in a very short amount of time. Photo: The fantasy sports website DraftKings is shown on October 16, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. DraftKings and its rival FanDuel have been under scrutiny after accusations surfaced of employees participating in the contests with insider information, (Scott Olson/Getty Images).
Jason talks with listeners about the return of Pizza Hut "Classic" restaurants and asks them which concepts they'd like to see come back - and boy was there a big response! (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Monday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about multiple surveys showing the short term impact of the ICE surge on MN businesses, and wonders how long that impact will last. Then, part of the discussion over the Vikings GM being fired touches on taking two weeks of paternity leave during training camp - are there some jobs where you just can't take leave like that? (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
America's favorite history teacher Sharon McMahon from "Sharon Says So" joins Jason to talk about the ICE surge in Minnesota and what we can learn from how the government is (or isn't) operating. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Jason talks with listeners about comments from Border Czar Tom Homan who's taken over immigration operations in Minnesota. Do you feel more optimistic, or are you skeptical? (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Thursday 3pm Hour: "Border Czar" Tom Homan is now in command of immigration operations in MN. He held his first press conference this morning. Jason wants to know if his comments make people optimistic or skeptical. Then he talks with Sharon McMahon of "Sharon Says So" - what can we learn about government machinations from this ICE surge. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
LaTrisha Vetaw was out and about and immediately went to the scene of the shooting that furthered the worries of residents. Vetaw talked with vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.
LaTrisha Vetaw was out and about and immediately went to the scene of the shooting that furthered the worries of residents. Vetaw talked with vineeta on the WCCO Morning News.
Monday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about the resignation of several prosecutors from the US Attorney's office including Joe Thompson who's led the charge against fraud in MN - isn't that a huge red flag? Then Jason talks with Minneapolis City Council President Elliot Payne about his interaction with ICE last night on the streets of Minneapolis. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
One of the questions Jason was asked on CNN last night is why the response to the ICE shooting has been calmer than say the George Floyd murder - so Jason asks the same of our listeners. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
How the Trump administration is using "third country deportations" to expel asylum seekers. This episode was produced by Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Jolie Myers, fact checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd and Bridger Dunnagan, and hosted by Miles Bryan. Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images. Listen to Today, Explained ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. New Vox members get $20 off their membership right now. Transcript at vox.com/today-explained-podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason's not THAT mad about the President calling out the National Guard in DC. The crime problem in major cities is complicated, and he doesn't think this will solve it. But could it make a difference? (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Texas Republicans want to remake voting maps to their advantage. Democrats say they're ready to play that game too. Who wins? You have to listen to find out. This episode was produced by Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram. Listen to Today, Explained ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. Transcript at vox.com/today-explained-podcast. Texas state lawmakers boarding a bus after leaving the state earlier today so a quorum could not be reached on a redistricting vote. Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Star Tribune published a ranking of the "Best Views" in Minnesota. Jason has a... slightly different take. Then, the state is so backlogged on REAL ID applications, they're asking folks to stop applying for a bit. Really?! (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
What's the biggest inconvenience at the airport? There might be one less on your list now that the TSA says you no longer have to remove your shoes. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
For the first time in decades, American Christianity is not in decline. What are young people looking for–and finding–at church? Further reading: The surprising chasm splitting Americans along religious lines by Christian Paz. Pew report: Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off. This episode was produced by Gabrielle Berbey, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Matthew Billy, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill. Photo of a parishioner praying at Chicago's Holy Name Cathedral by Scott Olson/Getty Images.If you have a question, give us a call on 1-800-618-8545. Or send us a note here. Listen to Explain It to Me ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. Help us plan for the future of Explain It to Me by filling out a brief survey: voxmedia.com/survey. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For the first time in decades, American Christianity is not in decline. What are young people looking for–and finding–at church? Further reading: The surprising chasm splitting Americans along religious lines by Christian Paz. Pew report: Decline of Christianity in the U.S. Has Slowed, May Have Leveled Off. This episode was produced by Gabrielle Berbey, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Matthew Billy, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill. Photo of a parishioner praying at Chicago's Holy Name Cathedral by Scott Olson/Getty Images. If you have a question, give us a call on 1-800-618-8545. Or send us a note here. Listen to Explain It to Me ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. Help us plan for the future of Explain It to Me by filling out a brief survey: voxmedia.com/survey. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason is joined by political analyst Chris Cillizza to talk about last night's special elections in Wisconsin and Florida. Are the results indicative of a larger trend? (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Adam Carter is in for Jason. On "Carter Eats" he joins listeners in celebrating their favorite restaurant chains! (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
On today's "Lead" - the egg surcharge is real! Jason talks with Alison Kirwin from Al's Breakfast Bar. Then on "Page 2" - Minneapolis is getting sued AGAIN over George Floyd Square (Photo Illustration by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Jason talked about today's news that Southwest will start charging a fee for a checked bag. Yes, fees are annoying, but Jason actually prefers the ability to control his costs. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Jason thinks that President-elect Trump deserves a fair bit of credit for a ceasefire deal finally getting done between Israel and Hamas. Do listeners agree? (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Jason and Laura talk about the tragic news from Madison, and colleges now offering majors in "influencing"?! Then on the DeRush-Hour: Jason was wrong. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Jason is at his wits end with government disfunction. He talks about some examples including another homeless encampment fire that damaged a nearby house. Something more direct needs to be done. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Jason and Laura talk about his fashion show appearance over the weekend. Then on the DeRush-Hour: a new test will look for COVID and the flu (Photo Illustration by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Jason's tired of the City dithering over what to do about the 3rd Precinct, because it sets up politicians to use it as a prop to claim that Minneapolis is in decline. Are they right? (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Dom welcomes in former Green Beret and Congressman Mike Waltz, who delves deeply into the national security failures that have occurred under Kamala Harris and the Biden administration. Waltz explains how deeply impactful the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan was, noting the butterfly effect that our weakness had on situations that have developed in Ukraine, Israel, and with China and Iran. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Dom welcomes Dr. Ben Carson back onto the Dom Giordano Program to hear his thoughts on the launch of the Democratic National Convention, which will last through the week as Kamala and Walz solidify their platform. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | In today's in second hour, Dom continues the hour by taking callers on the Dom Giordano Program, discussing topics presented last hour centered in the upcoming presidential election. Then, Dom switches hats to a local story, telling that Deptford School District has reversed their decision that would force young students to walk to school if they live within 2 miles of the district. Then, Dom welcomes Scott Presler, head of EarlyVoteAction.com, back onto the Dom Giordano Program for some great news regarding the upcoming 2024 election and voter registration. First, Presler notes that the honeymoon phase is coming to an end for Harris, noting what he's hearing as he traverses the State that's sure to become the most important state in the upcoming election. Then, Presler, who's usually the ‘Offensive Coordinator' for Trump has switched sides and temporarily put on a hat as ‘Defensive Coordinator,' noting a change that removes a ton of illegals from voter rolls, which further strengthens the lead of Republicans in very important counties. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Dom welcomes in Michael Whatley, co-chair of the Republican National Committee, onto the Dom Giordano Program to hear his thoughts on the fluid environment that's become the 2024 presidential election following an assassination attempt, convention, and withdrawal of Biden from the debate. Whatley takes us behind the scenes and into the party as they turn to prepare for Kamala Harris and an unannounced vice presidential candidate, telling us whether the Trump team is interested in a debate. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | Today, Dom led off the Dom Giordano Program by offering up some criticism on the leftist media defense of Kamala Harris and the complete hypocrisy presented after the withdrawal of Joe Biden from the presidential race. Dom explains the ‘honeymoon phase' that he sees Leftist media going through, noting why Kamala Harris, when push comes to shove, is indeed a terrible candidate, no matter how the media would like to spin it. Then, Dom address claims by those same members that Republicans are being racist for any criticism levied toward Kamala, noting the necessity of criticizing a political candidate, no matter the side. Then, Dom plays back some clips from the Christopher Wray hearing concerning the assassination attempt on Trump, including Mary Gay Scanlon who tried to turn the hearing into a political platform. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Dom welcomes in Lara Trump, chairwoman of the RNC, onto the Dom Giordano Program to discuss how the past couple weeks have unfolded following the assassination attempt on her father-in-law's life. Trump, first, updates her efforts on churning up support for mail-in balloting, congratulating Scott Presler for his role in flipping Bucks County. Then, Trump delves into the emergence of Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential contender after Biden withdrew from the race, noting the party's readiness for the candidate. Also, Dom asks Lara how her family is doing after said assassination attempt, with Trump noting why her family continues their fight even with the present danger. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | Today, Dom led off the Dom Giordano Program by reflecting upon the insanely busy news week that was this past week, offering up some highlights for the RNC. Dom plays back some of the Democratic response, noting that the camaraderie presented was unavoidable, even for Trump's staunchest critics. Also, Dom offers his thoughts on conspiracy theories prevailing about the shooting, and tells whether he thinks there's anything nefarious behind an internet outage this morning that delayed flights and effected corporations nationwide. Then, Dom welcomes Montgomery County Commissioner Thomas DiBello back onto the Dom Giordano Program after using an analogy from the show during yesterday's Commissioner's meeting. A couple weeks ago, Commissioner DiBello joined to tell us about a proposal by Democratic County Commissioners that would institute vehicles that would travel to the homes of voters to harvest their ballot. Dom compared it to an ice cream truck for voting, an analogy that DiBello used in the meeting. DiBello explains how he'll continue to fight against this prospect, and notes multiple other things in the works to heighten voter security. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Dom welcomes in State Senate President Pro-Tempore Kim Ward back onto the Dom Giordano Program after she was seen in President Trump's box after his big entrance Monday night into the Republican National Convention. Senator Ward explains what she saw in that box, and explains why she was there. Also, Ward, a leader in Pennsylvania, tells what she wants to hear from the Secret Service after their unfair blame of state and local for failings during the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Dom welcomes Dr. Ben Carson back onto the Dom Giordano Program to preview tonight's debate between Biden and Trump. First, Dr. Carson notes the importance that the team has placed on Trump keeping his cool, allowing President Biden to bury himself. Then, Carson tells us what it was like entering into the ring with Trump, previewing the strategy that Trump may take in trying to reach certain demographics that Dom feels is necessary for a win. Also, Carson tells how we can expect Trump to address certain topics, and notes the way he works with his team behind the scenes. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Dom welcomes in Star Parker, President of the Center for Urban Renewal and Education (CURE), which she founded in 1995, back onto the Dom Giordano Program to discuss a new book that she provided the introduction for titled The State of Black Progress: Confronting Government and Judicial Obstacles, which examines developments in the black community and a trend toward conservativism. Parker explains the reasons behind the shift, noting that many are waking up to the realization of the damage that's been done by progressive policies on the black community, with tons looking at what they face in a Biden economy and recognizing how much better things were under the Trump administration. Then, Giordano delves into the issue of school choice, a topic that would benefit the black community deeply, noting that rappers Jay-Z and Meek Mill have now thrown their support behind the issue, with Parker explaining why the theory makes sense. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | Today, Dom led off the Dom Giordano Program by offering up updates on the continued Trump hush money trial, telling why Stormy Daniels continues to prove herself as an illegitimate witness in the investigation. Then, Dom continues the show by playing back portions of a Joe Biden interview yesterday on CNN, dissecting the President's spin on inflation that he continues to try and force down the throat of voters prior to the 2024 election. Then, Dom welcomes Pennsylvania Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward back onto the Dom Giordano Program to discuss the securing of the passage of a historic tax cut for working families. Ward tells us about Senate Bill 269, which would use Coronavirus surplus to reduce the Personal Income Tax rate from 3.07 percent to 2.8 percent. Ward delves into the depth of the cuts, explaining how this will affect the standard Pennsylvanian, previewing how Democrats in the Assembly and Governor Shapiro will respond to the relief. Also, Kim Ward touches upon her work striving for school choice, voter integrity, and women's health issues. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | Today, Dom led off the Dom Giordano Program by offering his updated thoughts on the Supreme Court arguments over presidential immunity, expressing why he doesn't believe that a President should have ultimate immunity, noting there needs to be some sort of limit. Then, Dom tells that he's accepted Linda Kerns' challenge to a Moot Court debate, asking listeners for topics that the two should debate when that time comes. Then, Dom tells that he's pursuing Gloucester County officials after they had a great result following a report of shoplifting at a town Target. Also, Dom finds out the Howard Stern had a surprise guest today… Joe Biden, which leads to him playing back clips from the interview throughout the remainder of the hour and show. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full size pickups are starting to slip, but this isn't a surprise. WWJ's John McElroy has more. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
In today's third hour, Dom welcomes Scott Presler of EarlyVoteAction.com back onto the Dom Giordano Program after he was mentioned late last week by Lara Trump for the great work that he's been doing in registering conservative-leaning voters ahead of the 2024 election. Scott provides an update on his noble push, and tells why he's now opening offices all around Pennsylvania as more join to help the cause. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Dom welcomes in Dr. Ben Carson himself to discuss his speech yesterday at CPAC. First, Giordano asks Dr. Carson about the narrative of the speech in which he points out a crisis of legitimacy in the United States as the Left continues to disown a Country that they allegedly love. Carson discusses the importance of American traditionalism, offering why he believes there's been a push on the other side against the values that have made our Country great. Then, Giordano and Carson delve into his career outside of politics, reflecting on the absolutely miraculous separation of conjoined twins in the 80s that blasted Carson to medical fame. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | In today's second hour, Dom welcomes Fox News legal analyst Gregg Jarrett back onto the Dom Giordano Program to break down some huge news this week concerning the upcoming Presidential election. First, Giordano asks Gregg Jarrett whether there is potential that the 25th Amendment be enacted after the Hur Report revealed lacking mental capacity in President Joe Biden. Jarrett tells what he expects to see moving forward, and offers the implications that he thinks yesterday's report holds on the upcoming election. Then, Dom continues the hour by playing back a clip from Kamala Harris, who spoke publicly today defending Biden against yesterday's Hur Report that notes a decline in mental capacity in President Biden. Dom takes some calls on the topic, before moving onto an analysis of last night's interview between Tucker Carlson and Vladimir Putin, explaining his boredom while watching. Then, in Dan Time with Dom, Dan fills in as the entertainment guy for the week, offering some things worth streaming over the weekend. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | In today's third hour, Dom leads off the Dom Giordano Program by offering his grade on Cherelle Parker's first few weeks in office as Philadelphia Mayor, noting some nice visible changes both in cleanliness and policing. Then, Dom reveals that Presidential candidate Donald Trump will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming NRA conference, with Producer Dan pressing whether this is a good idea or not in capturing moderate voters, which needs to be Trump's strategy. Then, Dom delves back into the issue of immigration, explaining how he sees things playing out within the next couple months and how the border will be used by both Trump and Biden as a political point. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | Today, Dom led off the Dom Giordano Program by offering his thoughts on yesterday's Iowa caucus, analyzing Trump's big win after an unexpectedly high turnout in frigid weather. Dom asks what has changed over time that's led to Trump surging ahead of all the other candidates, noting the importance of the continued witch hunt in the eyes of voters, pointing to his multiple indictments as reasons for his success. Dom delves into the peripherals of the caucus, explaining how DeSantis and Haley's appeals to certain voting sects failed to result in any big strides, telling why an appeal to Evangelicals is no longer a sure thing in the conservative primaries. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | In today's third hour, Dom leads off the Dom Giordano Program by discussing Rand Paul's continued tour around the Country as he tries to expose the lies presented by Dr. Anthony Fauci, telling what's been learned since the pandemic wreaked havoc on the country. Then, Dom reveals who the hot item is as Trump's choice for Vice President, telling of a recent surge by former Presidential candidate Dr. Ben Carson. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Full Hour | In today's third hour, Dom welcomes Brian Kilmeade back onto the Dom Giordano Program to discuss his new book Teddy and Booker T: How Two American Icons Blazed a Path for Racial Equality. First, though, Dom asks Kilmeade how he keeps his schedule, now traveling the country on a tour for his book while appearing all over Fox News. In telling us that he's been pegged for today's The Five, Kilmeade takes us behind the scenes and offers a candid look at the relationships of Fox News behind the scenes. Kilmeade then tells about his book, previewing whether these types of historical relationships are going to be what he pursues moving forward, telling why he's chosen to provide reader a slice of the lives of historical icons. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)