Podcast appearances and mentions of Star Tribune

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. They start with the Knicks' five-game NBA Finals win over the Spurs and what it does (or doesn't) tell us about the Wolves. Plus Olivia Miles, a new assistant Vikings GM from Reusse's hometown, the World Cup and several baseball notes.

According to an updated Star Tribune poll for the GOP race for Minnesota governor - Amy Klobuchar has a distant 8 point lead over Lisa Demuth and Kendall Qualls and at this rate the gap is huge even four and a half months out from Election Day!

Dan Cook in for DeRusha on a Monday and we begin with the latest poll results from the Star Tribune showing a massive gap between Amy Klobuchar and everyone else - so does this mean it is over? Then we pivot to the New York Knicks winning a championship but more importantly why KAT winning it should NOT make us feel happy - Dan explains!

We circle back on the Star Tribune poll results amid the GOP bid for governor and get more of your reaction on that. Then we talk all things sports with Dave Schwartz from KAT winning a title and the Wild potentially pursuing trades this offseason and then Dan Cook shares a couple opportunities for the NMDP auction taking place Wednesday!

A lot to dive into on a Monday - Dan Cook in for Jason and we begin breaking down the recent Star Tribune poll results. Then we react to KAT winning an NBA Title NOT in Minnesota! Some philosophical conversation about AI. Dr. Mark Bell with the University of Minnesota joins to share what we know about the reported deal with Iran to end the war! Final hour we circle back on more GOP conversation and dive into Twins, KAT talk and more with Dave Schwartz!

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins Chad for two segments on sports and other fun before Chad reacts to breaking news of a B52 Bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

The Committee chairman is back with this week's Am I Wrong? resolutions surrounding a surprise visit from Sheletta with a treat of fresh fried chicken for the show.

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Knicks' stunning Game 4 win over the Spurs. Imagine what it was like to be there. Imagine a Minnesota team and moment delivering like that one. Plus a promising Royce Lewis game in a Twins win. 13:00: Star Tribune columnist Chip Scoggins joins Rand to talk about numerous issues in college sports and the state of the Gophers athletics department. 36:00: A Buzz Lagos appreciation.

Star Tribune's newest columnist Pat Garofalo in studio. The Mayor of GL experiences for the first time the pay it forward phenomenon. Johnny Heidt with guitar news.Heard On The Show:UMN physicians, Fairview Health reach partnership agreementMinneapolis claims ICE raids cost city $700M in wages, business lossesInflation rose again in May as elevated energy prices squeeze consumersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan discusses the latest great game from Olivia Miles and also rants about how the Lynx missed the mark on social media with a deleted tweet before Star Tribune columnist joins with his impressions of Miles as well as other Minnesota sports topics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan discusses the latest great game from Olivia Miles and also rants about how the Lynx missed the mark on social media with a deleted tweet before Star Tribune columnist joins with his impressions of Miles as well as other Minnesota sports topics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star Tribune reporter Jeff Day joins Chad in studio for two segments to share about the incredible piece detailing Vance Boelter's 43-hour evasion of authorities nearly a year ago.

Star Tribune reporter Jeff Day joins in studio for two segments on the investigation piece into Vance Boelter's 43- hour evasion of authorities nearly a year ago before a conversation about how tobacco companies bought food companies and hooked Americans on ultraprocessed foods the same way they did with cigarettes.

Chad's fantastic lineup of guests throughout the show today includes Rena Sarigianopoulos from KARE 11, Colonel David Hunt, Star Tribune reporter Jeff Day, GOP Senate candidate Michele Tafoya and DFL Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy!

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the unpredictability of the NBA Finals and a revisiting of the Karl-Anthony Towns trade. 11:00: Cassidy Hettesheimer from the Star Tribune joins to talk about the 9-2 Lynx, who carry the WNBA's best record into Tuesday's showdown against Dallas. 33:00: Finally, a Gophers vs. St. Thomas rivalry can be born.

Jason talks about the dueling reports that Alpha News was in discussions to buy the Star Tribune, and the Strib's owner's claim that he was never interested in that idea. Is this just a giant troll job?

Tuesday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about the Artemis III crew announcement - an all-male crew. Has our zeal to get rid of DEI left women behind? Then he talks about the dueling claims that Alpha News was in negotiations to buy the Star Tribune, and that the Strib's owner was never interested. Is this just a troll-job?

On Tuesday's Drivetime with DeRusha (shortened by Twins baseball)... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about the Artemis III crew announcement - an all-male crew. Has our zeal to get rid of DEI left women behind? Then he talks about the dueling claims that Alpha News was in negotiations to buy the Star Tribune, and that the Strib's owner was never interested. Is this just a troll-job? 4pm Hour: Jason talks about an advice column that recommends that couples spend a little time apart while on vacation. He thinks that's crazy. Listeners? Not so much. Then he talks about the US making a military strike in Iran in response to their downing of an Apache helicopter. And Taylor Rivera from the newsroom checks in with an update on a police standoff in Minneapolis.

Trump’s appearance at the Knicks game; war updates; California elections; standoff in Minneapolis; Patrick Coolican is back with Brett this week; updating a hostage situation in south Minneapolis; Alpha News tried to buy the Star Tribune; DOJ tries to increase pressure on Minnesota politicians over fraud. The post The Matt McNeil Show – June 9, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Brett has our weekly conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. They talked about how ICE finally released Andrea Pedro-Francisco, who had been pleading for medical treatment for a large ovarian cyst since being arrested by immigration agents in Minnesota in February. Plus Patrick shares his thoughts on Star Tribune layoffs and Alpha… The post Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (6/9/26) first appeared on AM 950.

Former representative Pat Garofalo joins Chad to speak about his piece in the Star Tribune outlining where he thinks Minnesota is failing and what needs to change to improve the lives of everyone in the state.

Attorney Chris Madel joins Chad to talk about the MPD whistleblower he represents and another client of his, Alpha News, and their negotiating attempt to purchase the Star Tribune. Later, Adam Carter joins for the usual Tuesday Q&A with Ask Adam Anything.

Attorney Chris Madel joins Chad to begin the show sharing what he can about the MPD whistleblower he represents that brought issues to light about former chief Brian O'Hara. Plus, Madel, who also represents Alpha News, tells us about the story of Alpha attempting to purchase the Star Tribune and speaks on his strong disagreement with the DOJ not seeing the death penalty against Vance Boelter.

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. They had some fun with Rand's day-night Twins/Saints doubleheader on Saturday while also discussing the Knicks, Olivia Miles, the World Cup and more.

Monday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about today's House Oversight Committee report on fraud in MN. With nothing demonstrably new, is this a case of Republicans overplaying their hand? Then he's joined by Liz Sawyer from the Star Tribune who's done extensive reporting on the issues that led to the resignation of MPD Chief Brian O'Hara.

On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about today's House Oversight Committee report on fraud in MN. With nothing demonstrably new, is this a case of Republicans overplaying their hand? Then he's joined by Liz Sawyer from the Star Tribune who's done extensive reporting on the issues that led to the resignation of MPD Chief Brian O'Hara. 4pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners about a disconnect between the cities and their suburbs - don't they need each other? So why so much hate? Then he talks to Timberwolves CMO Mike Grahl about the teams unveiling of a new logo/floor/uniforms set. 5pm Hour: Jason talks about the surprising decision from the DOJ NOT to seek the death penalty in the case of the man accused of murdering Melissa Hortman and shooting John Hoffman. Was it a political decision? Then - should the president go to the NBA Finals, or does that inconvenience too many people? Plus Dave Schwartz joins to talk Lynx, Vikings, Wolves and much more!

Liz Sawyer from the Star Tribune has been looking into complaints about MPD Chief Brian O'Hara for over a year. She joins Jason to talk about the process that led to his resignation and what's still left unknown.

What's your favorite spot to be in Minnesota? Chad opens the show with that topic after spending the weekend his personal favorite location. Later, Bloomington police chief Booker Hodges joins to talk about policing during the summer months and why he has no interest in pursuing the chief job in Minneapolis. Plus, Chad details new accusations against former MPD chief Brian O'Hara shared by the Star Tribune.

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins Chad two his usual two segments on sports topics on a Monday before we discuss President Trump's behavior during an interview on Meet the Press before cutting it off.

A weekend call up for Royce amounted to a little bit of excitement. But he and the Twins still have work to do. A day off for the first time in 2 and a half weeks will hopefully do some good. Bobby Nightengale of the Star Tribune talked with Tom Hauser on the WCCO Morning News about the state of the team.

Bobby Nightengale covers the Twins for the StarTribune. Bobby and Steve start their conversation with Byron Buxton who suffered an injury while making a spectacular catch at the wall last night. He's out of the lineup today unfortunately but is “in good spirits”. They chat about Royce Lewis being called back up to the Majors after a reset stint with the St. Paul Saints. Bobby digs into some of his swing details and what he has adjusted to work himself out of the slump that resulted in his demotion.

Still no donuts, Mystery E, how to control the world, the future of A.I. and data centers, Flag Talk, the Adam Schwarze bio, big drug bust, more on the Star Tribune layoffs, the current rainfall has helped, and we played Taps...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Knicks' Game 1 win over the Spurs in the NBA Finals. Plus the sudden demise of Twins pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson. 9:00: Star Tribune columnist La Velle E. Neal III joins Rand for their weekly debate segment. In focus: What happens if Kyler Murray has a very good year for the Vikings? When will Royce Lewis return to the Twins, and what will that look like? And how are the Lynx so good again? 27:00: The Frost are trying to keep their team together.

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Reporter Jeff Day from the Star Tribune joins Adam and Jordana in studio.

Were there any surprises at the deadline? Find out from Blois Olson, who joined Vineeta on the WCCO Morning News for a look at Politics in the great state of Minnesota.

WX Talk morphed into Dick Bong's plane, the noise pollution from the refinery in Superior, J-Serv, the great Star Tribune layoffs will effect every department, Trump said Iran has agreed to not have a nuclear weapon, how the next presidential election might shake out, and the big changes at CBS...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry Fitzgerald sr. was more than just the father of Hall of Fame Football player Larry Jr. He was a multi platform sports reporter and all around good guy. He passed away on Monday at the age of 71. His legacy lives on with people he helped along the way like Myron Medcalf. The Star Tribune columnist and ESPN Radio Network host took time to remember one of his mentors on the WCCO Morning News with Vineeta Sawkar. Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. In focus: A losing streak for the Twins, a new GM for the Vikings, a new dominant team in the NBA's Western Conference and 10 years of Mark Coyle at the U.

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins Chad for two segments on the biggest sports stories from the weekend before we dive back into politics with Annette Meeks and her opinion that we've seen the last of the current endorsement process in Minnesota for both parties.

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts by looking at Thursday's labor proposal from MLB owners, which asks for a salary cap and salary floor. It makes a ton of sense, and the owners need to stick to their resolve to get a cap during negotiations. 8:00: Cassidy Hettesheimer of the Star Tribune joins Rand to break down just how the Lynx have maintained their excellence early this season. Plus a look at PWHL salaries. 29:00: Rand was wrong about the Spurs. He gives himself another chance to be right (or wrong) about Vikings receivers.

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts the show with a look at the Twins' starting pitching and the strong start from the Lynx. 9:00: Star Tribune columnist Chip Scoggins joins the show for a look at the Vikings QB battle and some interesting comments from J.J. McCarthy after Wednesday's offseason practice. 23:00: Rand has some extended McCarthy thoughts and a look ahead to Game 6 between the Spurs and Thunder.

Did you know that the phrase “according to its kind” appears ten times in the first chapter of Genesis? Not only is the fact that plants and animals reproduce according to their kind an important principle in the Bible, it is central to modern agriculture and husbandry. What's more, there is no evidence in the fossil record that any creature ever existed that was in the process of changing from one kind into another. While many different kinds of plants and animals have become extinct, modern forms are found in the most ancient rocks.This fact was highlighted for us again when scientists announced the discovery of a fossil bug that they said was 15 million years older than any insect ever found before. Of course, we know that those are highly inflated evolutionary years. But the discovery of the insect will lead evolutionists to revise their story of how insects evolved. And they are not just going to have to allow that bugs have been around for more of the Earth's history than they thought. The scientists also noted that the insect they found was remarkably like modern-day silverfish. In other words, insects were well established long before evolutionists ever thought they had evolved!This is just one more example of a scientific discovery clearly showing that every living thing reproduces after its own kind. Furthermore, those kinds have been the same since the beginning.Genesis 1:24"And God said, Let the earth bring forth the living creature after his kind, cattle, and creeping thing, and beast of the earth after his kind: and it was so.”Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You that You have given us Your sure Word, especially that I might know the truth of Jesus Christ which leads to salvation. In His Name. Amen.REF.: Star Tribune. Image: Lepidotrix drawing, Silvestri F, PD, Wikimedia Commons. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29?v=20251111

Thursday 4pm Hour: Following the Twins game Jason talks about MLB's labor proposal and the Union's counter-proposal and whether fans care about millionaires and billionaires fighting over money. Is baseball going to ruin a good thing? Then - the Star Tribune is reporting that MPD responded to very few ICE calls - so why all the OT cost?

On Thursdays (Twins-shortened) Drivetime with DeRusha... 4pm Hour: Following the Twins game Jason talks about MLB's labor proposal and the Union's counter-proposal and whether fans care about millionaires and billionaires fighting over money. Is baseball going to ruin a good thing? Then - the Star Tribune is reporting that MPD responded to very few ICE calls - so why all the OT cost? 5pm Hour: Jason talks about several announced artists - including Morris Day & the Time - saying they won't be performing at the "Freedom 250" show this summer because of its connection to the President. Can we just celebrate America? Left AND Right? Then he talks to Chris Harrington, President and CEO of The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, about this weekend's Flint Hills Family Festival in St. Paul and the good work it supports.

Star Tribune music critic Chris Riemenschneider joins Adam Carter to talk about the list he compiled with Jon Bream sharing the 30 most intriguing shows coming to town this summer.

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand on the latest Daily Delivery podcast. They meandered through the NBA and NHL playoffs, including how the Wolves and Wild should feel while watching the conference finals. Plus thoughts on the Twins, Lynx and Minnesota United.

Ben Goessling of the Minnesota Star Tribune talks about Rob Brzezinski's chances of becoming the Minnesota Vikings general manager or if he could take on another road and brings in-depth analysis of the other four candidates for the GM job. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Lyman provides one of his doomsday economic newsletters. Star Tribune has great fraud story. Unfortunately, it is 5 years too late. New audio from Aimee Bock who is starting to name names. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show:Minnesota man accused of shooting at firefighting plane near OrrAmazon driver interrupts man trying to murder his wife with a hammerTrump's Justice Department announces $1.7 billion fund slammed as ‘slush fund'See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.