🎯 Episode Overview:
It's a blazing Thursday morning on Bonnie and Friends, and the crew is serving up a sizzling mix of local updates, national quirks, and good old-fashioned banter. From National Hot Dog Day and ND Fair highlights to major shifts in real estate and public health, Bonnie, Jace, and friends keep things funny, sharp, and community-focused. Also: why are Barbie dolls being smuggled into North Korea?
🌭 0:00 – National Hot Dog Day!
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Free dogs at Costco, Sonic, and Kwik Trip
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Listener calls in with hot dog toppings debate
“Chili or kraut? There’s no wrong answer—unless it’s mayo.”
🌡️ 6:20 – Weather Outlook
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Mid-80s today with scattered storms possible
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Fire danger remains high in parts of MN/ND
“It’s that kind of day where sunscreen and an umbrella both make sense.”
🎪 9:30 – ND State Fair Preview
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Sawyer Brown, Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll & more
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Jace shares tips on beating the crowds and best fair food hacks
“Pro tip: hit the mini donuts first. They run out by noon!”
💵 14:00 – Inflation & Consumer Prices Update
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Retail sales slightly up; grocery prices still a pain
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Bonnie: “If bacon hits $10, I’m switching to tofu—maybe.”
🏡 21:40 – Fargo-Moorhead Housing Snapshot
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Prices cooling in some areas, rent still high
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Debate: Is it better to buy now or wait until fall?
“Interest rates scare me more than a hailstorm in July.”
🦠 30:10 – New Virus Alert from CDC
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“Chapare virus” case in South America (ebola-like symptoms)
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No U.S. cases, but public health teams monitoring closely
“We just got used to leaving the house again...”
🪖 38:55 – North Korea’s Barbie Ban (Yes, Really)
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Smugglers caught bringing Barbie dolls into the country
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Bonnie: “Imagine risking jail time for Malibu Dreamhouse.”
🧻 44:20 – TP Shortage? Not Again!
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Supply chain hiccup rumored, but retailers downplay concerns
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Jace: “Buy what you need, not a 12-year supply, folks.”
🎤 51:00 – Listener Calls: Hot Dog Memories, Hometown Shoutouts
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Favorite fair foods, summer road trips, and a shoutout to Grandpa Ernie in Wahpeton
“He’s 94 and still mowing his own lawn.”
🚓 1:05:15 – Fargo Crime Roundup
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DWI arrests spike over the weekend
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Local police warn about fake charity scams popping up via text
🎵 1:22:00 – Music Rewind & Flatland Jams
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Recap of recent shows and what’s next in the lineup
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Listener texts in a request for Journey (which Jace gladly honors)
📦 1:35:30 – Amazon Prime Fallout & Retail Trends
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Post-Prime Day fatigue, shoppers now bracing for back-to-school sales
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Bonnie: “I blinked and they put out Halloween candy.”
🗳️ 1:48:00 – Election Year Talk Begins
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Local chatter picks up about school board and city council candidates
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Bonnie encourages listeners to “do their homework” early
📆 2:05:00 – Weekend Preview & Final Thoughts
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More fairs, festivals, and free events around the area
“Go outside, eat something deep fried, and tell your neighbor hi.”