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Steve Thomson is in to discuss a great, late comeback for the Vikings as they open the season 1-0. Pioneer Press reporter Jess Myers tells us if the Wild can sign Kirill Kaprizov to an extension before the season starts. And should any public money go towards potential new digs for the Wild or Timberwolves?
The Athletic's Jordan Bianchi previews the last race in Round 1 of the NASCAR postseason. Did Philadelphia Eagles' defender Jalen Carter get punished enough for spitting on Dak Prescott? And you won't believe where the worst team in baseball ranks in attendance.
Steve Thomson is in for Henry tonight. He previews the Vikings' Monday Night season opener in Chicago. What should we expect as the J.J. McCarthy era begins? Plus, the Bears have a bad field and there are other highlights from Week 1 across the NFL.
Steve Thomson expands the sports talk outside of professional football in this hour. He updates a tragic story for a Timberwolves star's family member, looks ahead to the Lynx's playoff run, and goes back to review the Twins' finale in Kansas City.
With a prolific regular season for the Lynx, is a WNBA title the only way they can finish the upcoming playoffs? Steve Thomson and Jonathan Lowe discuss.
Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Cyber warfare and protecting cyber infrastructure and the threat level. Awareness especially for seniors who are often targeted for online scams Is it necessary to upgrade to Windows 11? Recovering an accidentally deleted email inbox Should you be wary of QR codes? Texts and calls from listeners
Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson for a chilly meeting of the Steves. He was reelin in Crappies this morning in deeper water before dodging some rainclouds. He also details some trouble hunting dove in South Dakota, he cites a change in local agriculture as a potential reason. Plus, an acorn crop for the ages.
Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson for a chilly meeting of the Steves. He was reelin in Crappies this morning in deeper water before dodging some rainclouds. He also details some trouble hunting dove in South Dakota, he cites a change in local agriculture as a potential reason. Plus, an acorn crop for the ages. Steve and Lindsey break down what they've seen at the US Open this week with the Women's Final underway. They also touch on the Minnesota Lynx and the WNBA. Then, Jonathan Lowe joins the show to share college football scores as he does every Saturday in the fall y'all.
Ahead of Saturday night's tilt at Target Field, Steve catches up with the Star Tribune's Bobby Nighengale (Twins) and the Herald Journal's Kip Kovar (State Amateur tournament) to talk baseball.
Steve Carney explains why he's excited for some cooler weather next week. Then, MN DNR wildfire prevention specialist Karen Harrison joins Steve Thomson on the State Fair porch. And we hear a rundown of the first big college football scoreboard of the season.
After a week away, Doug Swinhart is back on the mic with Steve Thomson. In this episode, they discuss topics including what to do when versions of Windows O/S, which search engines they recommend, and good ways to back up your data.
Ahead of Saturday night's Twins game, a pair of guys named Chris stop by our Fair booth. Former producer Chris Ellston reconnects with Steve and talks about the station's connection with his current employer, Lindus Construction. Then, current producer Chris Tubbs grabs a mic to chat a bit about some of the area's most-beloved teams (Twins, Vikings, Gopher football).
It's a full hour on the State Fair porch. Steve is joined by outdoorsman Steve Carney, Paul Ryan of Shanghai Henry's, Dustin Roemeling of the MN DNR, and State Trooper Troy Christianson.
It's been a while since we've asked about the health of your pets. Dr. Jean Geske of VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital joins Steve at our Fair porch for a new edition of our "Ask the Vet" hour. She takes your questions on what's ailing your furry friends.
Ahead of the Twins' Friday night matchup with Detroit, Steve Thomson takes us through some of the day's big stories in sports. Plus, Kip Kovar from the Delano Herald Journal gives us an idea of what to expect as the annual State Amateur Baseball Tournament gets underway.
It was a pretty ugly night over at Target Field. Steve Thomson tries to explain what happened as the Twins fell to Detroit, 7-0, on Friday.
Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for another installment! Topics include: Release of the iPhone 17 Apple falling behind in the AI industry iPhone cases Quick charge chargers The power of lithium batteries Where batteries are headed Tutorials on installing Linux Plus, Listener texts
Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for another edition of Tech Talk! Topics include: Picking the tech that suits your study the best Testing new mice and eventually staying with old faithful Touchpad slander Recommendations for a backup cloud to cloud service Privazer is the cream de la creme of free PC cleaners Is replacing a motherboard a DIY project? Transitioning from Windows 10 to Windows 11
Mark Forsman is the President of the MBA. He joins Steve Thomson to talk about some of the changes to this year's brackets including a whole new class! https://minnesotabaseballassociation.org/
The full first hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson. First, a visit to the great Minnesota outdoors with Steve Carney who's itching for water fowl season. Then, Mark Forsman from the MBA joins to talk about the upcoming Minnesota Baseball Association State Tournament. Plus, Inside radio talk and Steve's past sugar intake Would Lindsey ever consider being a referee? Twins highlights
Phil Miller covers the Minnesota Twins for the Star Tribune. He joins Steve Thomson ahead of the second game of the Twins/Royals series. The Twins have been winning some games despite trading away much of their roster at the deadline. Phil and Steve talk about Joe Ryan's experience around the deadline and how it feels in the locker room after so much change in so little time. As jarring as the trade deadline was, Phil thinks there were four months of not so inspiring baseball that led to so much upheaval. He also touches on unique ailments that some players are dealing with.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs ask what's next for the Minnesota Twins after their franchise altering trade deadline.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the Minnesota Twins officially being "sellers" at the MLB trade deadline.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs talk more Twins, NFL is back, and Headline
It's Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: The necessity of browser diversity Upgrading to a Solid State Drive Building a computer from scratch but it won't charge Riding machines until the wheels stop spinning (10-15 years) When its time for a new Mac Recovering lost files Salvaging parts from an older machine Xfinity as an internet company and other providers
It's the Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson! Steve Carney stops by to open the show up with some advice to take 5 days off next week for good fishing. Then, Steve and Lindsey mix it up with a variety of topics and tangents. Topics include: Corn sweat ruining Lindsey's dryland vibes Fogerty Ice Arena and other polar vortexes you can skate in Tour de France athletes & a great documentary on doping Highlights from last night's Twins win
Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart returns after a weeks long Twins induced hiatus! Topics include: Forced AI integration in your email inbox Listener calls on Autocad and recovering a lost WiFi password Proton password manager Where to go to get a laptop/desktop worked on What Doug recommends for antivirus software
Mike Welch (tournament director of the 3M Open) joins Steve Thomson to preview the tournament which runs July 24th-27th at TPC Twin Cities . He and Steve lead things off with Scottie Scheffler's transcendent level of play so far in The Open. Mike talks about some sponsor exempt players they've invited to play at the 3M Open this year. Mike details the preparation the site goes through each year to get the grounds ready to host the event. Steve also gets into the risk/reward dynamic present at hole 18.
It's the Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson. In the second hour of the program we are first joined by Andy Greder who's covering the Loons out in Portland and touch on some Gopher football. Then, Lindsey Brown talks about what she's seeing on WNBA social media channels during All Star Weekend in Indianapolis. Finally, an update from Jimmy Lonetti who's in Denver watching the Twins/Rockies series.
Phil Miller who covers the Twins for the Star Tribune joins Steve Thomson ahead of the second game of the Twins/Rockies series out in Denver. They talk about last night's loss, the joy of Byron Buxton and the return to the mound for Zebby Matthews tonight after only one rehab start.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with 3M Open Tournament Director Mike Welch about the PGA Tour coming to Blaine next week, why they really pay attention to The Open the week before, easing LIV concerns, best places on the golf course to watch the play, and more.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with NASCAR Reporter for The Athletic Jordan Bianchi about Shane van Gisbergen's crazy run, is Chicago going to be a regular stop for NASCAR, why Indy is so important, and more.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Veterinary Dr. Jean Geske from VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital about keeping your pets safe during the summer, don't walk your dog in the afternoon, why human food is bad for pets and more.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the best nicknames in MLB history, Steve talks with 3M Open Tournament Director Mike Welch, plus we have Bite of the Night.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the MLB All-Star Game and why it was exactly what MLB needed, what fictional Minnesota character would you want to have a bobblehead of, and more!
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs say no matter how much the Trump Administration wants to quell it, the discussion surrounding the Epstein files isn't going to go away, there are reasons why conspiracy theories are dangerous, and drivers have a right to be frustrated as MnDOT begins another major highway project.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss back to the office mandates, pro sports are going overboard with automated umpires, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the Tampa Bay Rays having a new owner and what could that mean for the Minnesota Twins, why Target isn't wrong for wanting their workers to come back into the office downtown and more.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Phil Miller from the Star Tribune as he's in Atlanta for the MLB All-Star Game and they discuss Byron Buxton's ascent, Joe Ryan's comments, will the Tampa Bay sale affect the Twins and more!
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) is joined by Minnesota Vikings Beat Writer Dane Mizutani from the St. Paul Pioneer Press as they discuss the biggest questions heading into training camp, why JJ McCarthy is in a good spot, why Vikings fans should be excited about the offseason moves, and more.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs are wondering how Twins fans are feeling about the team at the All-Star break, it's Chris' six year anniversary at WCCO Radio, and Steve talks Minnesota Vikings with Beat Writer Dane Mizutani from the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss their radio journeys and getting to work at WCCO Radio, why do so many American workers feel guilty about taking vacation days we've earned, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs wonder what the best all-star competition is, and we discuss the Timberwolves Summer League up to this point.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs explain why this is a big weekend for the Twins, and why as fans we need to cherish these matchups.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss regrets that former Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has over leaving Minnesota and why nobody should feel sorry for him, Steve chats up Minnesota State Patrol Public Information Officer Lieutenant Mike Lee about the new motorcycle lane splitting law and other transportation issues, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Minnesota State Patrol Public Information Officer Lieutenant Mike Lee about the new motorcycle lane splitting law, road construction zone safety, towing boats and campers, impaired and distracted driving and more.
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Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss summertime food power rankings, Steve talks about his boiled hot dog days, should the flying and exploding fireworks be legal in Minnesota, and Chris' 15 year old daughter got behind the wheel for the first time today.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the Minnesota Twins 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Rays and why it wasmuch needed.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss a report that says 70% of Americans mentally "clock out" of work three days before taking vacation, plus we have a scoreboard.