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It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Moderating AI use Clicking on ads that you shouldn't have Replacing printer cartridges Small business printer advice The ol' power down the device trick Building up and cleaning out the cache files Necessity of Privazer on a Windows machine Making the switch from Windows to another machine Plus, calls & texts from listeners
Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson as he does each week. He cranked a few fishies in from 5-7 feet of water this morning. He says he's been trying to trigger Bluegills and speaks to their tastiness. They also touch on bass fishing and the impending hunting season.
Mark Forsman is the President of the Minnesota Baseball Association. He joins Steve Thomson to talk about the upcoming State Amateur Baseball tournament which starts next weekend at four different sites. They talk about the high level of play, community connection and years of memories. https://mnbaseball.org/tournaments/
It's the full first hour of the Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson featuring Lindsey Brown. First, we go outdoors with Steve Carney. Steve and Lindsey chat about roster promises and cracking the starting lineup. Then, a conversation with Mark Forsman from the Minnesota Baseball Association about the upcoming State Amateur Baseball tournament.
It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Disposing of an old laptop Doug's thoughts on the state of Microsoft Extending a machine's life with Linus Surefire ways to make sure your old hard drive is wiped Advanced system care Will AI replace photo editing tools? AI pushback Selecting a new machine after a good decade with HP The difficulty of transferring shortcuts from one machine to a new one Plus, calls & texts from listeners
Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson as he does each week. Carney says that it's been beautiful on the water but that August is a tough fishing month. The Steve's talk about what they're seeing water level wise in our lakes and rivers. They also touch on some new hunting regulations, Carney voices his confusion with the DNR. He also gives his reasons to be optimistic about the upcoming deer hunting season.
There's a reversal in the DOJ's decision on prosecutions regarding the Reflecting Pool on the Washington Mall. Maybe a bit hasty on first blush? Steve Thomson welcomes Bob Nightengale on the show to preview MLB's trade deadline. Then, Chris Tubbs is all about WWE's Summerslam.
Earlier in the week, FIFA announced they would sell stakes of the World Cup to private equity firms. Then, the backlash started...and grew hotter quickly. Steve Thomson breaks the news about a reversal on the decision from president Gianni Infantino.
Are we good with how political campaigns run in general? Steve Thomson and producer Jonathan Lowe give their thoughts. We hear the sad news about Pearson's candies. Then, FIFA president Gianni Infantino reverses course on the decision he made earlier in the week.
After Thursday's walk-off win, the Twins could have floated all the way to Seattle. Steve Thomson reviews the exciting finish from their second walk-ff of the week and previews the series against the Mariners.
It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Tips for extending your laptop's battery life AI hacks another AI Competition between AI models The necessity of regulation/oversight Stopping a monthly payment with Libre WiFi modems from phone providers Buying a laptop loaded with Linux Android/Google troubleshooting Plus, calls & texts from listeners
Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson as he does each week. Fresh off a bountiful morning Carney says the fishing has been weirdly good despite the return of the heat. He says the fish are where the wind has been blowing. Carney also suggests that fishers should be bringing a bag of ice with them to help the fish in the live well that can spoil if left to the natural elements in this heat.
The full first hour of The Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson featuring Lindsey Brown. Guests include Steve Carney and Andy Greder.
Bobby Nightengale covers the Twins for the StarTribune. He joins Steve Thomson ahead of a Saturday night Twins tilt against the A's. In last night's loss the Twins only managed two hits, Bobby gives his take on the performance and some of the struggles they've been managing lately. Andy and Steve discuss the factors surrounding the team and how the impending trade deadline amplifies things.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the TPC Twin Cities playing low in Round One, Steve correctly calling that, plus we have This Day In Sports History.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with former WCCO Radio Reporter and current PGA Staff Reporter Paul Hodowanic about the first round at TPC Twin Cities, some of the under the radar stories, Scottie-palooza and more.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) reacts to the new renderings and financing for the proposed Kansas City Chiefs stadium in Kansas, Steve chats up former WCCO Radio Reporter and current PGA Staff Reporter Paul Hodowanic about the first round at TPC Twin Cities, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
A dramatic come from behind win could launch the Twins for the final two months of the season. Reaction to the nail biting, 12 inning win on Thursday afternoon from Tom Hauser and Steve Thomson, who filled in for Henry Lake.
Steve Thomson on the big 10-6 win for the Twins, the return of the QUEEN of the WNBA and the start of play at the 3M Open in Blaine!
Steve Carney joins Steve Thomson as he does each week. He notes that he works mid-lake structure around this time of year but says he's been struggling a bit. He moved into shallower water and what do you know that's there the walleye were. He points to water temperature and how much change the environment has gone through this year. Carney gives his advice for those casting out this week.
The first and only hour of the Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson featuring Lindsey Brown. We chat with Jen Hines about next week's 3M Open before hyping up Olivia Miles' ROY (maybe MVP) candidacy and proceeding with another edition of Read & React. Steve wraps with a visit to the great outdoors with Steve Carney.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with NASCAR Writer for The Athletic Jordan Bianchi about the light night in Atlanta, why that's an important track to NASCAR, Bubba Wallace's actions, why drivers loe the Iowa Corn 350, and more.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs talk about ice cream (because why not), Steve talks NASCAR Writer Jordan Bianchi from The Athletic, plus we have This Day In Sports History.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with 3M Open Executive Director-TPC of the Twin Cities in Blaine Hollis Cavner about this year's field, how they talked World #1 Scottie Sheffler into playing, why they prioritize families, players loving the fans, and more.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the NBA Governors Meeting, and could it mean the Timberwolves move to the Eastern Conference, Steve talks with 3M Open Executive Director Hollis Cavner, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss the idea of a permanent daylight saving time passing the House, the new MLB Home Run Derby format is getting rave reviews, what a night for the Minnesota Lynx and more.
Plenty to get into with Steve Thomson with sports this morning - we have two new Timberwolves stars introduced to the masses yesterday over at Target Center, Joe Ryan was able to get in an inning of work yesterday in Philadelphia for the All-Star Game.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs ask how do you keep your house cool in the sweltering heat, how are we feeling about the Timberwolves at this point, plus we have This Day In Sports History and more!
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss keeping your pets safe during extreme heat, Steve talks about it with Medical Director at VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital, Steve explains why he loves The Open, and he talks Minnesota Wild with team Beat Reporter Jess Myers from the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Minnesota Wild Beat Reporter Jess Myers from the St. Paul Pioneer Press about the next thing on Bill Guerin's to-do list, the quest for a Center, do we have an update on Quinn Hughes, and more.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Medical Director at VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital Dr. Jean Geske about keeping your animals safe during extreme heat, summer misconceptions,and more.
Undoubtedly one of the most exciting players to watch right now is Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles - we talked to Steve Thomson about this and the red hot Lynx hanging on against the Mercury and the exciting finish to last night's 2026 Home Run Derby as well!
It was a strong finish to the first half of the season as the Twins head into the All-Star break winning 8 of the last 9 series but Steve Thomson joins to talk about how far up the ladder can these Twins climb with them riding a higher than expected season!
The Twins couldn't convert on several chances late before falling to the L.A. Angels on Friday. Steve Thomson takes us through the game and the rest of the AL Central as the All-Star Break looms.
The first and only hour of the Sports Weekend with Steve Thomson featuring Lindsey Brown. World Cup chatter amidst Norway vs England down in Miami. Read & React. Steve Carney checks in from the great outdoors.
Stephen Clark joins Steve Thomson to discuss the latest headlines from the Space industry. Plus, what sports moments happened on July 9th?
Before the Twins open their weekend series against the Angels, MLB.com writer Matthew Leach joins Steve Thomson to discuss the team's better start to the Summer and the organization's thinking ahead of the 2026 Amateur Draft.
The State Fair revealed the new foods for the 2026 event. What sounds good to Steve Thomson? Later, former Twins play-by-play broadcaster Dick Bremer recaps his career ahead of going into the team's Hall of Fame this weekend.
Mike Hanson from the MN Dept. of Public Safety gives us some reminders about how to staying safe on the roads. Steve Thomson brings his normal "Read & React" segment to a Thursday night. Plus, what stories are making headlines?
Steve Thomson recapped a tough loss for the Twins, who fell to the Guardians at Target Field. Adam Carter sat in for Vineeta and talked with Steve on The WCCO Morning News
Steve Thomson pinch hit for Henry Lake, and recapped a big night in Minnesota sports. A comeback win for the Twins and a record setting night for the Minnesota Lynx!
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs wonder if LeBron James signing with the Minnesota Timberwolves would be the biggest move for Minnesota sports ever, Steve talks MLB with Audacy MLB Insider Bob Nightengale from USA Today, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Audacy MLB Insider Bob Nightengale from USA Today about where he sees the Twins at the upcoming trade deadline, first half observations, who could sell, why the American League appears weaker, why he's a fan of every team getting a representative the latest on the collective bargaining negotiations and more.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss Donald Trump lobbying FIFA to reverse a red card, the Minnesota Lynx return home after a rough loss in New York, but will have to do so without Olivia Miles, and Steve says so long to the White Castle in Midway, and more.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs wonder has Lebron James constant movement hurt his legacy, Steve talks spaceflight with Stephen Clark from ArsTechnica, plus we have This Day in Sports History.
This hour Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) and Chris Tubbs discuss WCCO's Morning News Editor Steve Simpson calling it a career, and why his impact goes beyond radio, Steve talks Vikings with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Jess Myers from the St. Paul Pioneer Press about why fans shouldn't be upset about Mats Zuccarello leaving, what this says for Kirill Kaprizov, Dylan Larkin speculation and more.
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about the Vikings "Quarterback Competition", Kevin O'Connell feeling the heat, which NFC North team's head coach is under the most pressure and more.
It's another edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart! Topics include: Phishing Ransomware Doug recommends an authenticator Reviving a drowned iPhone Resetting phone security after a compromise Sneaky dangers of QR code Web based email vs Outlook Plus, we go through listener texts!
Steve Thomson (in for Henry Lake) talks with former MSHSL writer John Millea about his new book "Prepville, Minnesota", what drove him to do it, how did he decide on which stories to include, does he miss the daily grind, and more.