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In this Monday morning broadcast, Bonnie Amistadi and Jace Denman recap a high-stakes Super Bowl 60 that saw the Seattle Seahawks return to glory with a 31-27 victory over the New England Patriots. While the sports world celebrates, the Red River Valley is finally seeing a reprieve from the deep freeze, with temperatures climbing toward a balmy 41 degrees by next Monday. The duo dives into dramatic local headlines, including the justification of a deadly Moorhead shooting and a harrowing ski-lift rescue in Minnesota. Between discussions on "ploofy slippers" and the healthiest ways to snack, the team sits down with Ashley Hamm of Dear NICU Mama to explore the vital community support for families of premature infants.

Key Moments

• Seahawks Soar Again: Jace recaps Super Bowl 60, where Sam Darnold and the Seahawks edged out the Patriots 31-27, and the New England defense's standout performance in a blizzard-filled AFC title game was finally put to the test in Santa Clara.

• Moorhead Shooting Report: The Clay County Attorney’s Office releases its final report clearing all officers involved in the August 2025 shooting deaths of Nathan and Lucas Heiberg, declaring their actions justified after a violent domestic assault encounter.

• Stranded on the North Shore: Bonnie details a technical rescue at Lutsen Mountains where 44 guests were stranded 40 feet in the air for five hours after a chairlift malfunctioned in frigid conditions.

• Dear NICU Mama: Ashley Hamm shares her personal journey of spending 87 days in the NICU and how her nonprofit now provides virtual support and "Right on Time" board books to isolated mothers worldwide.

• The "Yoshi" Shirt: James McCarty’s bright souvenir shirt from his Florida vacation sparks listener comments ranging from "super cute" to "sexy," proving that a little color can brighten even a sub-zero Monday.

• Infomercial Gold: The "Question of the Morn" reveals listeners' best (and weirdest) impulse buys, including the "ploofy slippers," the "Veg-O-Matic," and Jace’s life-saving "Inspire" sleep apnea device.

• Agriculture Insights: Ag Director Bridgette Readel discusses "bactory" devices that capture electrons from soil microbes to power farm electronics and warns of the "food bullying" tactics used in misleading grocery labels.

• Groundhog Day Results: The team debates Punxsutawney Phil’s shadow, while Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki predicts a quick flip to spring regardless of the rodent's call.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman break down North Dakota State Football's decision to join the Mountain West Conference beginning in the 2026 season.

The Jay Thomas Show from Monday February 9th, 2026.  1st Hour pre-empted by Bison Mountain West Press Conference.

The Coffee Club from Monday February 9th, 2026.  Guests include Jen Burgard and Bonnie Amistadi.

Heroes of the Heartland from Sunday February 8th, 2026.

This morning, the "number one college hockey radio show in the nation" delivers an emotional powerhouse of an episode that bridges the gap between legendary history and the future of the sport. The guys—Crazy Eddie, Coach Wills, Doc Phil, and "The Wise One"—celebrate a wild night of nine overtime games across college hockey, but the real magic happens when they welcome a true American icon to the studio.

The episode features two world-class guests: Western Michigan University Head Coach Pat Ferschweiler, who discusses his coaching philosophy of preparation and joy, and David Christian, a gold medal winner from the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" Olympic team. From the vibrations of the crowd in Lake Placid to the upcoming Olympic journey of Brock Nelson in Milan, this episode is a masterclass in the pride of the USA sweater and the lifelong bond of teammates.

Key Moments

• The Return of a Miracle In a surprise appearance that leaves "Crazy Eddie" in tears, David Christian joins the show to reflect on the 1980 Olympic victory. David discusses the "chills" he still feels hearing Al Michaels' legendary call and describes the unique genius of Herb Brooks in managing a locker room of distinct individuals.

• Pat Ferschweiler’s Plan for Success Western Michigan’s head coach, Pat Ferschweiler, shares the lessons he learned from mentors like Andy Murray and Jeff Blashill. His "fountain of youth" philosophy is simple: practice should be fun, and every pre-game meeting should start with a clear plan on exactly how the team is going to win.

• The Position Switch that Changed History David Christian recounts the moment Herb Brooks moved him from forward to defense just six weeks before the 1980 Olympics. Without any prior discussion, David saw his name listed as a defenseman on a lineup sheet and simply "went out and played" to help the team.

• The "Legs Feed the Wolf" Mentality David Christian breaks down the grueling conditioning drills under Brooks, explaining how the coach made "punishment" skating fun by convincing the players they could reach a level of greatness they never thought possible.

• A Nine-Overtime Night The crew analyzes a historic night of parity in college hockey, including Michigan’s thrilling overtime win over Michigan State and Duluth’s hard-fought victory over UND. They debate whether a "bye week" helps or hurts a team's intensity.

• Olympic Pedigree: From Cortina to Milan The guys trace the Christian family’s Olympic lineage, from Gordon "Guinea" Christian’s silver in 1956 to Bill and Roger Christian's gold in 1960, and now Brock Nelson’s upcoming quest for gold in Italy.

• Scoring on Tretiak? Coach Wills shares a humorous story about scoring on legendary Soviet goalie Vladislav Tretiak during a hockey school shooting drill, while David Christian jokes about what would have happened if the Soviets hadn't pulled Tretiak during the "Miracle" game.

• Shoutouts to the Next Generation The guys wrap up with a look at the Squirt International tournament in Fargo, offering tips to young "Squirties" on driving to the "greasy areas" of the net to make big plays.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman recap the 2026 D2 Football national signing day. Plus, Dragon football head coach, Steve Laqua joins the show.

The Jay Thomas Show from Friday February 6th, 2026.  Guests include Tom Krabbenhoft and Wayne Schlauderaff.

It’s a lively, community-packed episode of Rocky’s Downtown Hour, celebrating everything that makes downtown Fargo buzz.

Host Rocky Schneider kicks things off with weekend fun, including National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day—complete with donut sundaes—and a preview of the wildly popular Coffee & Cocoa Crawl, where thousands will sip, stroll, and shop their way through downtown on Valentine’s Day.

The conversation then turns creative with Anna Johnson, who introduces the Sovereign Press & Gallery, a new printmaking studio and gallery opening this summer in the former Orange Records space. Anna shares her vision for an inclusive, community-focused art hub offering classes, residencies, gallery exhibitions, and accessible creative resources—especially for Native American, BIPOC, and emerging artists.

Later, Shirley Hughes from Visit Fargo–Moorhead joins the show to break down how tourism fuels the local economy, why downtown is the region’s front door, and what’s next for Fargo’s long-anticipated convention center project. From sports tourism to long-term “cathedral thinking,” Shirley explains how visitor dollars today help shape Fargo’s future for generations.

From ice cream sundaes to ink presses, art spaces to economic vision, this episode is a snapshot of a downtown on the move—and the people making it happen.

The Coffee Club from Friday February 6th, 2026.  Guests include Mark Johnson, Ciro De LaGarza, Owen Piehl and Max Sabin.