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Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss year-round E-15, recent issues and testimony surrounding 2,4-D herbicide availability and tariffs with Kenneth Hartman Jr, President of the National Corn Growers Association. In Segment Three, we talk tariffs and get perspective from R-Calf USA CEO Bill Bullard. Then we close the show with a look at February's meat export data and get an update on a trade mission to Africa with U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO, Dan Halstrom.

President Trump on Wednesday announced a 90 day pause on tariffs and a lower reciprocal tariff rate of 10% for countries that did not retaliate against U.S. tariffs while also raising the tariff rate on China to 125%. This news sent the markets sharply higher into the close across commodities, livestock, energies, metals and the stock market. Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics joins us to recap the news and breakdown some of the trends in these markets at midweek. Find more at https://www.globalcommresearch.com. Also, Don Roose with U.S. Commodities joins us to kickoff the show in Segment One with perspective on the tariff news impacting the grains and thoughts on the recent moves in crude oil as well. Find more at https://uscommodities.com.

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:04:44) As Brett gears up to celebrate the bit 5-0, he also manages to add to his retro gaming collection and burn his fool hand. (0:18:40) Krissy provides an update on the wounded doggo. (0:20:58) TJ presents a conspiracy theory involving Ghostbuster, Die Hard, and Family Matters. Despair and madness abound! Segment Two (0:42:45): (0:45:20) FGS brings us a smuggler with a malodorous air. (0:53:55) HOT TAKES kicks off with a look back at iconic ‘80s actor, Val Kilmer in THE GRIM REAPER ROUND UP (1:04:42) The Carlsons review Caddo Lake (currently streaming on Max) Segment Three (1:27:34): (1:29:44) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER is taken over by TJ as he offers up Name That Backwards Tune: April Fool's Day Edition (1:54:54) PICKS O' THE WEEK It's all about The Twinkie! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo with special guests: Derek Crabbe & Marq Piocos This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:03:07) No one pays attention to Brett's amazing pick up at bowling except for one observant host. More of Brett's collecting addiction is presented. And an emergency unfolds at The Carlson's home preventing last week's show from being recorded. (0:15:49) TJ still battles his cravings for the nic-o-teen and learns of a fantastic side effects to quitting smoking. The grand-besite either hates Mario or Italians all together. And, finally, TJ has started the epic celebration of comic book collecting on his Book Of Face profile. Segment Two (0:39:38): (0:42:18) FGS brings us a career jewel thief who probably has the most valuable tummy in America. (0:56:16) HOT TAKES welcomes special guests Derek and Marq into the fold and the GRIM REAPER ROUND UP mourns the loss of a boxing legend and a Hall Of Fame commentator. (1:02:13) TJ reviews Creature Commandos (1:11:33) Marq reviews Queen Of The Ring (1:16:22) TJ points out how right we were about how bad the new live action Snow White was going to bomb. (1:28:49) The family comments on how awful and boring Marvel's recent big Doomsday announcement was. Segment three (1:39:20): (1:41:24) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER wraps up the March Madness Superhero/Villain Battle Bracket. (2:27:36) PICKS O' THE WEEK Machine washed, tumble dried. It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

Wheat had another lower day while soybeans and corn reversed off the lows to finish quietly higher. Meantime, livestock trade was lower into the weekend as traders gear up for Monday's USDA data dump and more. Bryan Doherty from Total Farm Marketing joins us to close out the week in the markets. More at www.totalfarmmarketing.com. Also, Friday was a rough day in the stock market while the ag complex was mostly mixed heading into the weekend. We discuss stocks, cattle, the grain complex heading into next week's USDA reports and much more with Tommy Grisafi from Nesvick Trading and Ag Bull Media. Contact Tommy and fine more at https://www.agbull.com. And we kick off the show with some agronomic tips and advice ahead of spring planting in the Northern Plains with Ryan Peterson from WinField United in Segment One.

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at what has been a fairly quiet market trade this week with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net in Segment One. Next in Segment Two, we talk about the overall ag economy picture and have a conversation with Barry Benson, VP of Agribusiness Banking at FNBO. In Segment Three, we hear Jesse's conversation on Capitol Hill last week with Senator John Hoeven (R-ND). We close the show in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines.  

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex Ruby Fieldmaster, we take a look at the cattle markets in Segment One with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale. In Segment Two, we get an update on the Corporate Transparency Act and talk tax policy with Kent Bacus, Executive Director, Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. In Segment Three, we hear Jesse's conversation last week on Capitol Hill with Senate Ag Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR). We close the show in Segment Four with another convo from D.C. last week with Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO).

Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show talking about markets with Darin Newsom from Barchart in Segment One. Then we take a look at this week's weather forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick in Segment Two. Next up, we talk ag issues from Capitol Hill with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) in Segment Three. We close the show in Segment Four with an update from the National Farmers Union annual meeting in Oklahoma City, OK with FARM and American Ag Network's Corryn La Rue.

We saw a solid rebound in the grain and livestock markets on Wednesday as rumors seem to indicate that some of the tariff fears could subside in short order while we also had some bounce from oversold conditions. DuWayne Bosse with Bolt Marketing joins us for perspective on the midweek bounce. Find more online at https://www.boltmarketingllc.com. Also, we listen to our Midday Commentary from Wednesday with an update and thoughts on grains, crude oil and fertilizer markets with Mike Castle from StoneX in Segment One. And we close the show with a conversation from Commodity Classic with Amy France, Chairwoman of the National Sorghum Producers in Segment Four.

Hosts: TJ, Brett, & Krissy This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:02:57) Spring thaw mean doggie cleanup for Brett. And with a quick temperature rise come flood prepping. (0:12:52) Krissy got nothin;. (0:13:13) TJ spends a wonderful evening with his lady love attending a Black Jacket Symphony concert covering the classic Beatles album, Abbey Road and show amazement at the choices for the greatest hits set list. Segment Two (0:41:56): (0:44:26) FGS brings us another massage parlor of ill repute from the greatest name possible. (0:53:40) HOT TAKES kicks off by covering the apparently controversial passing of legendary actor Gene Hackman. Conspiracy theories abound! (1:14:53) Razzie winners are announced and we go through our picks. Segment Three (1:32:46): (1:34:43) It's Mad Libs Time in KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER!R (1:58:29) PICKS O' THE WEEK Safe home, Mr. Hackman! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:03:12) The Carlsons enjoyed a Valentine's Date gone horribly wrong. (0:25:53) A quick recap of the Superb Owl prediction results is followed by TJ's week of triumph and tragedy as he suffers pneumonia and a much smoother VD date. Segment Two (1:02:56): (1:06:32) FGS offers up a masseuse doling out surprise ending. (1:21:21) Two more celebs for THE GRIM REAPER ROUND UP (1:28:20) TJ reviews Captain America: Brave New World… (1:43:16) …which leads to the definitive Quad M Top 5 Worst 5 of the 35 MCU films. Segment Three (2:18:04): (2:19:46r) It's story time in KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER! (2:29:49) PICKS O' THE WEEK Steak fat and butter. Oh my… It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

On Friday's AOA, we start the show with news and commentary in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we recap the National Ethanol Conference in a conversation with DTN Environmental Editor Todd Neeley. In Segment Three, we discuss some of the pressure in the macro markets and talk grain markets with Ted Seifried of Zaner Ag Hedge. Then we close the show in Segment Four with some tire tips from Chris Neidert of Trelleborg, who we talked with during the National Farm Machinery Show last week in Louisville, KY.

On Thursday's AOA, we start the show with a technical look at this week's market action with Brian Splitt from AgMarket.net in Segment One. Next in Segment Two, we have a conversation about budget reconciliation, Farm Bill, the ag economy, E-15 and more with Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD). In Segment Three, we continue the discussion from Capitol Hill on the ag economy, Farm Bill and rural health initiatives with Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS). Then we close the show in Segment Four with ag news headlines.

On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a roundup of news headlines in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss cattle health topics in a conversation we had with Dr. Mitch Blanding of Zoetis during CattleCon 25 in San Antonio, TX. In Segment Three, we talked policy and more with NCBA President-elect Gene Copenhaver during our time in Texas earlier this month. Then we close the show with more cattle health discussion as we hear from Deana Hardee from Merck Animal Health in Segment Four.  

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:02:50) Brett's a collecting addict as he adds to his mini arcade collection (Burger Time was tough). . (0:06:38) Krissy laments the quality of work her daughter does shoveling. (0:10:13) TJ gets a belated birthday gift. And it's been a busy week as the Raiders get coaches hired, expands the Epic Collection Library with the help of a Quad M Family member, and TJ gets a new TV and (cuz TJ) massive drama ensues. Segment Two (0:52:38): (0:55:02) FGS brings us another couple that loves to love a little too much in public. (1:03:20) Controversy marks this week GRIM REAPER ROUND UP as the seal gets broken on this year's Dead Pool but not by who was expected… (1:10:55) It's Superb Owl prediction time again! We've found our fave prop bets and you can follow along real time since the game's already been played by the time this airs. (1:32:38) Marvel releases the trailer for Fantastic Four: First Steps and TJ and Brett are pretty excited. (1:49:50) Brett gives his review on Gladiator 2. Segment Three (2:00:19): (2:02:37) It's time to see if the couples truly know each other as the KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER presents The Newlywed Game (2:42:00) PICKS O' THE WEEK Coliseum Sharks are made for jumping! It's THE QUAD M SHOW

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:02:35) We've got a birthday to celebrate and the gang discusses the need to advance sleeping equipment. (0:13:22) Brett recovers from a bout of the sickness while hating The Superb Owl match up (The fix is in!!!) and adding to his (0:21:38) Krissy is dodging the sicko bullet and the daughter is falling in love with a popular web-head. (0:28:00) TJ shows heartfelt appreciation for his station in life and quality of his friends and family. Especially after a Quad M Family member does him a major solid. Plus, TJ gets a surprise from Alaska and Krissy gets excited! Segment Two (0:52:48): (0:56:01) FGS brings us litigation between and overweight rapper and a Lyft driver refusing to give her a ride. (1:14:37) HOT TAKES brings us an important message to those who need it, a Mandela Effect, and one of the greatest wrestling promos ever in THE GRIM REAPER ROUNDUP. (1:27:31) The gang takes a look at and makes predictions for the 45th Annual Razzie Awards. When Jo arrives and a mic gets plugged in, the recording unit shut down and was not caught by the hosts until much later. So, as such, Hugh Jass is brought in to discuss what was not recorded. Segment Three (1:51:05): (1:53:06) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER presents Mad Libs! Yay!!! (2:13:42) PICKS O' THE WEEK Food's a little funny at the Five Star Dive Bar! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

On Wednesday's AOA, we take a look at the latest market action and get perspective from Shawn Hackett with Hackett Financial Advisors in Segment One. In Segment Two, we get an update on the latest rulings over the Corporate Transparency Act, other issues being watched on Capitol Hill and a preview of the Cattle Industry Convention next week in San Antonio with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. In Segment Three, we learn more about Farm Athletes and their mission to support student athletes with farm and ranch backgrounds. Former NFL player Jordan Carstens and Troy Stickels join us for a conversation. Learn more at https://www.farmathletes.com. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.

On Tuesday's AOA, we start the show with some thoughts on the egg price situation and issues with bird flu in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we talk about the red hot cattle markets, spillover support to hogs and more with Dennis Smith from Archer Financial Services. In Segment Three, we discuss dairy industry issues that the National Family Farm Coalition is watching in 2025. NFFC Senior Policy Associate Antonio Tovar and Wisconsin dairy producer Sarah Lloyd join for a conversation. Then we get an update on South American weather and crop conditions with Dr. Michael Cordonnier from Soybean and Corn Advisor Inc.

Hosts: TJ, Brett, & Krissy This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:04:47) Brett attends a funeral and marvels at a cousin's amazing metabolism. (0:11:06) Krissy gets props for her dress making skills and gets blamed for the bowling team going 0-4 for the week. (0:13:35) TJ takes his ladies out to Chinese lunch and determines his last hope for being cared for in his declining years, goes over the fear of prostate and colon exams, and then enters into a classic rant regarding resellers, their fleecing of the collector market, and how they deserve a painful trip to Hades. Segment Two (0:46:36): (0:49:04) FGS shows us the true definition of drug counseling. (0:56:49) HOT TAKES kicks off with three legends in the GRIM REAPER ROUNDUP. (1:03:16) The gang review the HBO?MAX Batman spinoff series, The Penguin. Segment Three (1:39:20): (1:41:27) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER gives us trivia on which actors have spent the most time in the makeup chair. (1:56:01) PICKS O' THE WEEK Be a swell fella, not a dirty resellah! it's THE QUAD M SHOW!

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, and Jo (with Special Guests: Derek & Junior Producer Marq This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:04:56) Brett gets blessed over the holiday season with new addictions including the Atari 7800, mini arcades, and Goat Guns. (0:11:28) Krissy gushes over receiving crafting equipment from her special Santa. (0:13:40) Jo gets in trouble at work for wearing inappropriate shirts. (0:16:32) TJ doesn't get in trouble wearing the same thing at his workplace, receives the perfect gift, and discovers that the grand-bestie has issues with Italians. (0:33:00) Impromptu review of Nosferatu from TJ and Jo. Segment Two (0:51:44): (0:54:22) FGS rings in the new year with a rough and tumble couple where a spank leads to firearms and felonies. (1:03:49) HOT TAKES kicks off with a full GRIM REAPER ROUND-UP cuz Death didn't take the holidays off and the Quad M Family need to know who they can no longer pick in… (1:10:13) THE 2025 QUAD M DEAD POOL DRAFT! Segment Three (2:13:17): (2:15:33) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER starts the new year off with Round 1 of The Super Smackdown Bracket! (3:14:08) PICKS O' THE WEEK CGI Orloc Dong! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at some positive market moves to start the first full week of trading for 2025. Tommy Grisafi from Nesvick Trading and Ag Bull Media joins us to discuss in Segment One. In Segment Two, we get a look at the wild weather across the U.S. this weekend and a look at what is ahead for cold air and more this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Then in Segment Three, we get an early preview of Commodity Classic 2025 heading to Denver, CO in March. Classic co-chair Rob Shaffer from Illinois is with us for that conversation. Then we take a look at ag news headlines to close the show.

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, Marq, & Derek This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:05:22) Junior Producer Marq is in studio for this holiday episode and discusses racism at his secret workplace (at the nuclear power plant), changes to the old hometown, and sets forth the plans for a Vegas Quad M Vacation. Would you rather go to a concert where your band has replaced the iconic lead singer or go to the ousted crooner's show instead? (0:29:26) Brett has a lovely week of mediocrity as balls are bowled and presents are wrapped. Sexist comments about men's ability to wrap presents are addressed. (0:34:42) Krissy gets herself a vacation and laments the uncertainty of online shopping. (0:37:54) TJ gears up for Christmas, spends 7 1/2 hours in Urgent Care and Emergency Room services, and presents the most popular African American names of 2024. (0:46:44) The Quad M Gift Exchange gets underway! Segment Two (0:59:18) : (1:01:57) FGS brings us an OnlyFans model with goals. (1:17:36) The gang presents THE 2024 QUAD M BOOK OF THE DEAD. (1:52:40) After much confusion on points and a swerve, we finally award THE 2024 QUAD M DEAD POOL CHAMP-EEN! (1:58:50) DOES IT STILL HOLD UP returns as we discuss whether or not the 1984 classic Nightmare On Elm Street still holds up. Segment Three (2:31:54) : (2:33:58) In the final KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER of the year, we are presented with each states favorite Christmas songs. (3:12:20) Due to an issue with the recording equipment, PICKS O' THE WEEK and the show closer is presented by Quad M's new voice, Hugh Jass. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from THE QUAD M SHOW!!!

Hosts: TJ, Brett, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:03:57) Brett is already missing hunting season but it looking into old school alternatives. Plus, Brett also sneaks up on a 200 game of bowling. (0:12:21) TJ celebrates two Thanksgivings, expands his library of MSU-1 modified SNES games, and lets his eBay addiction rage unchecked and out of control. (0:39:46) Jo joins the boys and tells tales of her new side hustle. Segment Two (0:50:24): (0:56:03) FGS covers Mini Karen versus the Raising Cane's franchise. (1:09:48) The Grim Reaper pulls three big names into the void and we celebrate their time with us in THE GRIM REAPER ROUND UP. (1:21:16) TJ comes up with a new bit as he tests Brett & Jo on IS IT REAL OR AI. This week featuring: Joe Biden. Segment Three (1:40:36): (1:43:06) Jo takes over KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER and an excellent round of Mad Libs ensues. (2:15:48) PICKS O' THE WEEK We'll be back in two and two… It's THE QUAD M SHOW!!!

On Friday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Lubricants, we start the show in Segment One discussing ag labor and other issues impacting the apple industry with Jim Bair, USApple President & CEO. Then for the rest of the show, it is our December Farmer/Rancher Roundtable with Chad Epler from Kansas and Matthew Poe from Mississippi. We discuss fall harvest, Farm Bill, potential disaster aid/economic relief, tariff threats, finding new uses for the products we grow and raise and much more on this month's roundtable.  

Hosts: TJ, Brett, & Krissy This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:3:42) Brett learns to wear the appropriate shoes while hunting and teaches us important things like the what to use when sage-ing and antler vs. horns. (0:19:10) Krissy is still pursuing her side hustle with the kiddie backpacks. (0:26:17) TJ has himself a busy weekend lined up with holiday shopping, ballet, and praying for another Raiders loss. More eBay bidding. Plus, conspiracies, disappointment, and shaming ensue with the resulting Jake Paul - Mike Tyson debacle. Segment Two (1:15:30): (1:19:21) Four foreign nationals, three luxury cars, and one bear costume equals a lot of non-woke hilarity for FGS this time around. (1:38:50r ) HOT TAKES gives us two more celebrity passings in this week's GRIM REAPER ROUND UP (1:43:35) TJ reviews the indie horror film Stream. Segment Three (2:10:30): (2:13:03) It's Thanksgiving trivia this week in KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER. (2:39:09) PICS O' THE WEEK! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show by welcoming Chip Nellinger of Blue Reef Agri-Marketing to the show as we take a look at this week's market action in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we hear about the ​​U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol's fourth Annual Report titled Transparency in Action with their Program Manager, Tillman White. Then in Segment Three, we head back to the NAFB Convention and hear a conversation about WOTUS and various Clean Water Act issues updates with Courtney Briggs, Senior Director of Government Affairs at the American Farm Bureau Federation. We close the show in Segment Four with an update from activity this week on Capitol Hill with Jerry Hagstrom of The Hagstrom Report.  

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show taking a look at the geopolitical impacts on the markets this week with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we discussed Prop 12, Question 3, Farm Bill and much more with Bryan Humphreys, CEO of the National Pork Producers Council during last week's NAFB Convention. In Segment Three, former Deputy Assistant U.S. Trade Representative, Ron Baumgarten, joins the show to discuss what trade policy could look like during the incoming Trump Administration. Then in Segment Four, we got an update on the Beef Checkoff and more during the NAFB Convention with Cattlemen's Beef Board chair Andy Bishop.

On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we start the show with a look at the markets in Segment One with Dennis Smith from Archer Financial Services. Then, we listen to more conversations from the 2024 NAFB Convention for the rest of the show. In Segment Two, we look at the latest Meat Demand Monitor with Dr. Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. (Find the results at https://www.agmanager.info)   Then we talk election, Farm Bill and ag policy with Mary Kay Thatcher, Senior Lead for Federal Government Relations with Syngenta in Segment Three and Rob Johansson, Director of Economics and Policy Analysis for the American Sugar Alliance in Segment Four.  

Hosts: TJ, Brett, & Krissy This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:03:57) Krissy gives us a rundown on Canadian born celebrities before Brett gets a huge day of hunting in. (0:18:15) Krissy's new hobby is gaining steam! (0:22:40) TJ doles out the apologies as shows get missed due to the flu and he forgets to give a gift to Brett. Gearing up for holiday dining. The 4 B Movement equal a Culling Of The Herd and other post-Election Reels fun! Segment Two (0:49:21): (0:52:50) FGS brings us lap dance larceny. (0:59:23) HOT TAKES starts off with a celebrity laundry list and some sad breaking news in the GRIM REAPER ROUND UP. (1:13 :00) A new segment is brought to the table as we discuss DOES IT HOLD UP. This week featuring the 1978 classic Halloween. Segment three (1:53:53): (1:55:41) A little election time trivia is thrown our way in KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER. (2:28:03) PICKS O' THE WEEK

Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show learning more about the Truckers for Troops campaign, discuss parking issues for truckers, EV trucks and more with Norita Taylor from the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, as farmers may be tempted to cut back on certain inputs next season they should consider all the potential consequences of doing so. Brandon Hulme, agronomist for Champion Seed in Iowa, joins us to discuss and share his thoughts on 2025 input decisions.    In Segment Three, we discuss the topic of why cattle mobility metrics matter as steer and heifer carcass weights are rising. Dr. Michelle Calvo-Lorenzo from Elanco joins us for that discussion. Then we close the show in Segment Four and learn about an on-going Eco-Harvest project with wheat growers in Kansas and a partnership between Ecosystem Service Market Consortium (ESMC) and AGI. Laura Shutack, Project Manager for Eco-Harvest Project, Ecosystem Services Market Consortium (ESMC) and Ethan Merck, Customer Success Representative for AGI and AGI's Project Lead for the Eco-Harvest project, join us to discuss. (You can learn more about the project here: https://ecosystemservicesmarket.org/eco-harvest/)  

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:02:57) It's Dodger fan vs. Yankee Fan as the show kicks off. Brett has a trip to Seattle to visit his son and catch Iron Maiden live in concert. Mongolian throat singing death metal opening act, anyone? Plus, it's Opening Day for hunting season and Bret's guns are a-blazin'! (0:24:04) Krissy spent the week alone. But now, she's taking care of the surgically infirm. (0:29:47) Jo & TJ recap ValleyCon 49 in Fargo, ND. Highlights include: Love affairs with celebrities, molestation by hobbits, frat house hotels, a failed attempt to get a video for a family member, and amazing burger joints! Segment Two (1:23:24): (1:26:14) FGS proves, this week, that Fentanyl Overdose can be hilarious. (1:38:01) HOT TAKES kicks off as THE GRIM REAPER ROUNDUP remembers a baseball legend and a voice for the ages. (1:46:27) The gang reviews Terrifier 3 (Spoilers start at 2:06:36) Segment three (2:56:06): (2:57:57) It's Horror Trivia this week in KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER! (3:12:38) PICKS O' THE WEEK Knit one, pearl two! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!!!

Welcome to Segment One of the Benefits Breakdown with Brenda Balonis, Director of Benefits at Susquehanna University. In this first episode, we'll explore the key topics surrounding healthcare for 2025. We'll break down healthcare costs, discuss the increase in premiums, and highlight what's new for the upcoming year. Plus, we'll clarify the differences between HMO and PPO plans, and guide Susquehanna University employees on calculating their new healthcare costs.

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show discussing the recent analysis commissioned by the National Corn Growers Association and American Soybean Association on what the impact of a tariff induced trade war could be on American agriculture. Bob Hemesath, President of Farmers for Free Trade, joins us for a conversation in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we take a look at the markets with Naomi Blohm from Total Farm Marketing. In Segment Three, we discuss a recent trade mission to India, a recap of the recent NASDA meeting and more with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.  

On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the market picture as harvest rolls along. Don Roose with U.S. Commodities joins us in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we discuss the latest situation surrounding 45Z, SAF, biofuels and more with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Analyst, Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank. In Segment Three, we turn our attention to tax issues nearing the end of the year and the Corporate Transparency Act with Chad Hanson, President of Corporate Farmer Inc. Then we close out the show and have a conversation about Hurricane Helene relief for producers with RMA Administrator Marcia Bunger in Segment Four.  

Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at early week market action with Garrett Toay from Ag Trader Talk in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, will we see any rain for dry areas of the Plains and Corn Belt this week? That doesn't look too promising. DTN Meteorologist John Baranick joins us for details in Segment Two. In Segment Three, we talk with Dan Erdmann, Marketing Program Manager for Farm Rescue, about their mission and Operation Hay Lift offering support to wildfire victims in North Dakota. Learn more and apply for help online at https://www.farmrescue.com. Then in Segment Four, we close the show with a look at ag news headlines.  

On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Greases, funds have gone long the corn market while soybeans are trying to bounce off support. We discuss this and more in Segment One with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we take a look at the weather pattern for this week including frost across the plains with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we look at the Meat Demand Monitor for September and a special deep dive into Prior Day Pork Consumption with Dr. Glynn Tonsor at Kansas State University. (You can find both reports at https://www.agmanager.info) Then we close the show in Segment Four and learn about the gut microbiome with Dr. Steve Lerner from Novonesis.

Hosts: TJ, Brett, & Krissy This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:02:54) A crazy wind blows forest fire smoke into the greater Helena area and The Quad M Gang is reaping the breathing benefits. Prayers for decent weather are made as concerts and cons are coming up. Bret doesn't get much done over the week other than watching movies , enjoying Caleb Williams' rookie shenanigans, and waiting for more Atari games to show up. (0:14:46) Things settle down a little for Krissy as we look at parental denial, problem solving by admitting the problem, and major investigative controversy with a competitor. Yay, Birthday Girl! (0:28:57) TJ is dealing with the current drama between his beloved Las Vegas Raiders and star receiver Davante Adams (which he saw coming months ago). Segment Two (0:40:00): (0:42:41) FGS this week shows us that a family that launders prostitution money through their real estate company stays together. (1:01:48) HOT TAKES starts off with The Grim Reaper cutting a MASSIVE swath with 8 celebs (most of which are pretty damn legendary) on THE ROUNDUP. (1:34:10) Megalopolis Review (1:47:11) Winnie The Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 Review Segment Three (2:18:23): (2:20:00) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER brings us some Fall/Halloween trivia. (2:38:08) PICKS O' THE WEEK Machine wash, tumble dry… It's THE QUAD M SHOW!!!

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:00:00) The show prologue starts us off with commentary on how plastic surgery has done “wonders” for Priscilla Presley. (0:09:14) TJ issues an apology for the absence of last week's Segment Three with a possible explanation as to the occurrence. (0:11:46) Brett has himself a mini vacation. Discussion leans towards the new Mr. McMahon documentary on Netflix. Brett beats some classic NES games and the gang reiterates how Gen X didn't just have it hard, they had it Nintendo Hard. (0:26:38) Krissy finally gets rid of the bane of her existence. Plus, grandbaby backpacks and other crafting wonders. (0:32:21) TJ laments The Raiders loss to The Panthers, introduces his lady love to indie horror films Terrifier 2 and The Void, makes a solemn vow going forward at league bowling, and fun times dodging HR reporting at work conferences. Segment Two (0:49:27): (0:52:27rrrr) FGS presents Smuggler's Blues from Liverpool. Yay, Nirmal Shant! (1:12:06) Krissy rejoins as HOT TAKES kicks off with a remembrance of Dam Maggie Smith. (1:17:30) Somehow, the convo turns from Maggie Smith and the Dead Pool standings to the insanity that is the recent P. Diddy arrest! Speculation abounds! (1:45:09) The Oakland Coliseum hosts its final game for The A's and everyone's losing their mind over the mismanagement by The A's ownership group. Segment Three (2:01:51): (2:04:14) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER is bringing us Mad Libs!!! (2:39:17 ) PICKS O' THE WEEK It's P-Diddy-rific It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

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Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:04:00) Brett takes in a Bears loss and gets a fantasy football win over Krissy. (0:06:48) Jo takes in Beetljuice 2 with her beau, get a work dress up day, and the gang wonders what age does abuse become elderly abuse. (0:18:51) TJ visits his lady at work and angers a jealous lesbian, plays through the pain,, and then is joined by Jo to give their two cents on BJ2. Segment Two (0:48:41 ) : (0:51:55) FGS brings us a return winner guilty of the same sex toy battery violation. (1:05:18) HOT TAKES starts off by remembering two passing celebs in THE GRIM REAPER ROUNDUP. (1:09:50) Disney/Marvel releases the new show, Agatha All Along, and its cast promotes the show as “the gayest MCU project ever” and the Quad M crew has some thoughts. Terrifier 3 gets a premiere showing at the recent Fantastic Fest film festival and excitement starts to build for the wide release. Segment Three (0:00:00) :Due to a technical difficulty the majority of Seg 3 has been lost to the sands of time. We'll do better next time, gang. :( Nobody's perfect especially THE QUAD M SHOW!

Hosts: TJ with Special Guests Derek Crabbe and Marq Piocos This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:03:51) Derek's hitting cons and discusses the good and the bad of working smaller shows. (0:17:36) Marq's living his best Vegas life as he attends concerts and gets some content for segment two (fulfilling his Junior Producer role). (0:24:04) TJ takes a vacation to Portland with his best gal and takes in The Comic Shop of Death, The Beverly Cleary Sculpture Garden, Goonies filming locations, and the final tour of Jeff Lynne's ELO. Segment Two (1:11:56): (1:17:33) FGS brings us an internist with anger issues and urine based vandalistic tendencies. (1:25:31) HOT TAKES kicks off with THE GRIM REAPER ROUND UP featuring a wrestler that should be in the Hall Of Fame (1:38: 28) Marq regales the show with his attendance at the showdown between Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi as well as Man On The Street interviews with attendees. Segment Three (2:37:14): (2:39:53) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER (without Krissy) pits Derek against Marq in Horror Trivia. May the best man win! (3:05:46) PICKS O' THE WEEK Look both ways before crossing! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:03:21) The bowling season begins anew as Brett learns a valuable lesson: Don't make online purchases while drinking. (0:12:55) Krissy finally masters her crocheting skills. (0:14:29) TJ in a classic retro double feature in the theater, spends a little time in the FB Pokey, and preps to celebrate his love's upcoming birthday, Segment Two (0:35:07): (0:38:32) FGS brings us a sibling assault over unshared food. (0:50:11) HOT TAKES kicks off as we remember a TV talk show legend in THE GRIM REAPER ROUND UP. (1:11:33) TJ reviews Alien: Romulus. Segment Three (1:46:13): (1:47:54) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER brings us more States That Hate. (2:10:23) PICKS O' THE WEEK Look out before crossing! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!

Hosts: TJ, Brett, Krissy, & Jo This week on the show: Segment One (0:00:00): (0:04:28) The usual roundup gets put off as the gang revisits Olympic Breakin' and the shady clown show known as Reygun and questionable judging through the eyes of a layman. (0:41:25) Brett get a ton more Atari games and may have sold his soul to get a certain treasure. (0:54:47) Krissy has drama with a rookie DMV employee. (1:11:06) TJ deals with a medical emergency Segment Two (1:33:40): (1:36:39) FGS brings us peek-a-boo with a 2 foot long eel…. with a surprise twist! (1:51:28) HOT TAKES has several passes plus a new leader in the 2024 QUAD M DEAD POOL as we begin with THE GRIM REAPER ROUND UP. (2:09:30) Trap reviewr Segment Three (2:32:30): (2:34:27) KRISSY'S KRAZY KORNER brings us horror trivia! (0:00:00) PICKS O' THE WEEK! It's THE QUAD M SHOW!