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🎙️ Episode Summary:
Jay Thomas returns with a power-packed episode where local politics, public safety, national unrest, and some surprisingly steamy health tips collide. From Fargo to L.A., this episode zooms through rising tensions in the streets, viral police incidents, and the enduring debate over how law enforcement should respond under pressure. But it's not all serious—there’s hot talk about saunas, ZZ Top concerts, and $10,000 in free groceries!

Alongside guests and callers, Jay dives into the latest political protests, a viral video involving Fargo PD, and an exclusive with North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong on state versus federal power, the oil boom, and the ethics of owning a baseball team. This episode is the perfect blend of real talk, local flavor, and Jay’s signature grit.

🕓 Notable Moments with Timestamps:

• (0:00 - 1:55) – Vinny’s Sauna Sermon: Jay and Vinny preach the gospel of Finnish saunas. According to Jay, “It’s better than a flu shot.”

• (1:55 - 5:20) – “Mostly Peaceful” Mayhem: Jay breaks down hypocrisy in media coverage of violent protests and sarcasm is dialed to 11.

• (6:33 - 10:17) – Fargo Police Video Goes Viral: The infamous incident where a suspect clocks three officers—Jay reacts, and it ain’t pretty.

• (13:01 - 16:20) – Weather and ZZ Top Forecast: Lighthearted chatter and full-throttle excitement for an upcoming outdoor concert.

• (17:47 - 19:59) – Concert Vibes & Crowd Complaints: Recaps of recent shows—Little Big Town and Slaughter—and Jay’s love for live music.

• (26:30 - 31:03) – Governor Armstrong Joins In: Big talk on riots, law enforcement, and the possibility of North Dakota buying the Minnesota Twins. Spoiler: He’s not into it.

• (31:03 - 36:55) – Oil, CO2, and the Bakken: A nerdy-but-fascinating deep dive into oil economics and fracking futures.

• (46:40 - 48:16) – Back to Boomtown: How Armstrong’s mom went from sports cars to minivans during the '80s oil boom.

• (53:32 - 54:10) – Back to L.A. Unrest: U.S. Marines may be moving in. Jay isn’t surprised.

• (57:13 - 1:00:54) – Protesters, Tanks, and Smart Phones: Jay and callers tackle ignorance, media narratives, and military deployment.

• (1:02:04 - 1:06:23) – Deportation, Miscommunication, and Misinformation: Debates about immigration policy and protest motivations.

• (1:13:12 - 1:20:51) – Three Officers, One Suspect: More caller reactions and hard questions about training, force, and public perception.

• (1:25:36 - 1:28:44) – Stabbings at Old Broadway: Jay unpacks a brutal downtown assault and asks: What’s happening to Fargo nightlife?

• (1:30:36 - 1:36:53) – Time Machine Trivia: From Richard Pryor’s burns to Natalie Portman’s birthday, Jay and Ronnie go full nostalgia.

• (1:55:38 - End) – Cavalier Motorcycle Ride Preview: The "Little Sturgis of the North" revs up this weekend with burnouts, games, and a hotdog bite contest.

🎁 Bonus Segment:
🛒 The Great Grocery Giveaway: One lucky listener will score $10,000 in groceries! Find out how to qualify in this episode.

💡 Why You Should Listen:
This episode is a masterclass in blending local grit with national headlines, plus a healthy dose of humor and heart. If you’re into candid talk radio with bold takes, community pulse, and a host who’s as unfiltered as your group text, The Jay Thomas Show delivers.

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In this jaw-dropping, soul-stirring episode of Define the Fight, host Mariah welcomes Jace Denman, a beloved radio host and play-by-play broadcaster, who quite literally came back from the brink of death. Jace recounts how a widowmaker heart attack led to a miraculous chain of events—including 20 minutes without oxygen, nine resuscitations, and ultimately a life-saving heart transplant.

This episode explores resilience, divine purpose, and how love—both human and divine—carries us through unimaginable circumstances. Prepare for chills, laughs, and possibly a tear or two.

🕰️ Key Moments & Timestamps:

(0:28) — “I had no idea anything was happening…” Jace recounts the shock of his heart attack and the moment he passed out behind the wheel.

(1:34) — Apple Watch + fast response = first miracle. Firefighters and neighbors jump in to save his life.

(2:10) — Surviving 20 minutes without oxygen. “No brain damage… how is that possible?”

(3:14) — The hospital tests no one thought he’d pass—Jace aces them all.

(4:18) — “Why am I still here?” Jace reflects on survivor’s guilt and faith.

(5:47) — His biggest motivator? His family, especially his daughters.

(7:16) — “The 120 Steps” reflection method: a unique spiritual practice that shaped Mariah’s journey too.

(9:48) — Back from break: “How many times do you have to get hit before you stand back up?”

(11:03) — Jace starts to regain memory in the hospital—fuzzy moments, fentanyl, and NFL games.

(13:35) — The Impella device and scary VTAC episodes: waking up to chaos (and CPR... again).

(17:55) — Facing death again, Jace comforts his family before the transplant, not the other way around.

(21:21) — How do you get on the transplant list? Jace breaks down the medical and emotional process.

(25:23) — A miracle match: the heart that was “meant for Jace.”

(27:56) — The Traveling Heart: How donor hearts are transported—this one restarted multiple times.

(30:56) — Discharged just 12 days after a heart transplant. Yes, really.

(34:25) — From hospital bed to gym treadmill: rebuilding his body and reclaiming life.

(38:09) — Advice from a miracle man: stay positive, listen to your body, and fight the good fight.

Welcome to a whirlwind Monday morning edition of Bonnie & Friends on WDAY Radio! Today’s episode is a nostalgic (and hilariously painful) romp through childhood injuries, weekend adventures, and the upcoming summer fun around Fargo–Moorhead. Bonnie, Jace, and friends bring stories of ping-pong table attacks, gopher trap mishaps, and car-wash weather wisdom—all sprinkled with community updates, events, sports, and a healthy dose of local humor.

🎙️ EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS (with Timestamps):

[00:02:30] Weather Woes & Pool Openings

Bonnie kicks things off with the forecast—cloudy, breezy, with scattered showers—and a note that Fargo pools are open! “It’s not exactly swimming weather, but the kids won’t care.”

[00:07:20] Arrests, Accidents & Local Crime Rundown

News highlights include multiple police incidents, including a motorcycle crash and meth possession charges. Fargo’s been busy.

[00:15:45] Listener QOTM: “Worst Injuries Growing Up?”

The phone lines explode with listeners sharing childhood injuries. From gopher traps to ping-pong tables, the crew—and the audience—relive their most painful memories.

[00:27:10] Bonnie’s Ping-Pong Table Attack

Bonnie’s ping-pong table story is one for the books. Bruised but unbroken, she jokes: “Someday, someone’s gonna ask if I had surgery, and I’ll say, ‘Nope. Ping-pong table.’”

[00:41:00] Grocery Giveaway & Fun at Rusco Windows

Win $10,000 in groceries! The Great Grocery Giveaway kicks off this week. First stop: Rusco Windows. First qualifier: Cindy Wagner. (Congrats!)

[00:55:10] Twins & RedHawks Wrap-Up

Joe Ryan shines for the Twins with 6 strikeouts over 5 innings. Meanwhile, the RedHawks beat the Salt Dogs 8–3 with some homer action.

[01:03:30] Sports Blitz

Highlights from the WNBA, NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Playoffs, and high school softball champs. (Spoiler: The Minnesota Lynx are still undefeated!)

[01:15:00] Kathy Brekke Joins from Jasper’s Theatre 🎭

A delightful chat about Jasper’s Theatre’s summer season in Park Rapids! Gospel shows, 50s jukebox hits, crooners, and a whole lot of family fun. “We’re joy givers,” says Kathy.

[01:35:00] Talkin’ Tech: Can Costco Cards Get You Through TSA? (No.)

Internet rumors debunked: You cannot fly with your Costco card. But you can get a $1.50 hot dog combo.

[01:44:30] Napping Slows Brain Aging? Sign Us Up!

Science says: napping slows brain aging by 6.5 years. Bonnie and Jace are ready to schedule their next snooze.

[01:57:00] Music Flashback 🎶 — Bee Gees, Cyndi Lauper, MC Hammer

From “Can’t Touch This” to “Love You Inside Out,” the team grooves down memory lane with trivia and birthday shout-outs (Happy B-Day Johnny Depp, age 62!).

☕ Your favorite dynamic duo, Janae and Ronnie, kick off the week with chili weather, cheesy banter, and some grilled-up wisdom. From fake toenails and gorilla glue to Lake Michigan fishing trips and fast food heartbreak, it’s your Monday dose of coffee-fueled chaos.

🕰️ Standout Moments with Timestamps:

• [00:01:00] Gloomy Weather Vibes & Chili Talk

  The episode opens with peak Midwest energy: gloom, wind, and hot chili. Janae and Ronnie bond over meal planning and chicken parmesan mishaps.

• [00:10:45] Fast Food Graveyard

  TGI Friday’s, Ruby Tuesday, and even Red Lobster—restaurants on the brink of extinction. Plus, Ronnie’s deep (fried) thoughts on Pizza Ranch.

• [00:23:20] City News & Sidewalk Scofflaws

  Biking fines in downtown, e-bike etiquette, and a warning to fugitives: the new Cass County jail expansion means the sheriff’s squad is coming for you.

• [00:39:10] Fake Toenails & Gorilla Glue

  Yes, you read that right. Janae spills the story about her sister’s missing fake toenails and questionable adhesive decisions. PSA: Gorilla Glue ≠ pedicure solution.

• [00:55:15] Dumper Dan’s Charter Fishing Adventure 🎣

  Guest Dan Welsh (aka Dumper Dan) shares his 40-year legacy of salmon and trout fishing out of Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Big fish, big laughs, and even bigger grilling tips. www.dumperdan.com

• [01:12:00] Signs You're Dehydrated 💧

  Pee talk, headaches, mood swings, and how cottage cheese cloud bread might be the hydration hero you never knew you needed.

• [01:28:10] Movies That Were Better Than the Books

  From Shawshank Redemption to Jurassic Park, the gang debates when Hollywood outshined the page—and when Mandy Moore made them cry.

📝 In This Episode:

• Why a casserole isn’t always a hot dish

• Lake Michigan fishing limits and salmon grilling tips

• The best thrift store treasures (spoiler: Xbox controllers)

• Gorilla glue as toenail adhesive (please don’t try this at home)

• Ronnie’s passionate hatred for parallel parking

• McDonald's new Hershey's S'mores McFlurry alert 🍦

🎁 Bonus: Grocery Giveaway Antics

Don’t miss the segment where Tammy Atkinson of West Fargo wins her chance at $10,000 in groceries—and nearly throws the hosts into a stopwatch panic.

📋 Episode Summary (Apple/Spotify style):

On today’s episode of The Jay Thomas Show, we kick things off with a bubbling convo about Hot Springs Spas and the importance of long-term customer service. But hold onto your handlebars—Jay shifts gears fast into Fargo’s controversial crackdown on sidewalk cyclists, diving deep into fines, safety, and freedom on two wheels. 🚲

Later, special guest Adam Martin, founder of the F5 Project, shares a jaw-dropping story of recovery, redemption, and the incredible work being done to help former felons rebuild their lives. It's raw, real, and inspiring.

And don’t miss Jay’s hilarious (and oddly heartfelt) commentary on the Trump–Elon “breakup,” the Great Grocery Giveaway, and Minnesota’s spicy new state flag drama. 🇺🇸🌲

As always, Jay keeps it unfiltered, funny, and full of heart.

🔥 Standout Moments & Timestamps:

• [00:00–01:30] – Hot Tub Vinny joins Jay to talk about spas, saunas, and 26 years of customer love.

• [03:00] – Weather, memes & musk: Jay rants about forecasts and a meme-worthy Trump quote.

• [10:00] – “Who even cares about Gaza anymore?” Jay unleashes on the media cycle.

• [30:00] – 🚴 BikeGate: Fargo’s proposed $100 sidewalk cycling fine—ridiculous or just right?

• [50:00] – 🎤 Adam Martin’s epic story begins: From felon to founder of F5 Project.

• [1:02:00] – F5’s rules for success: Sobriety, curfews, and second chances.

• [1:05:00] – Adam’s pardon from the Governor—what it meant and how it happened.

• [1:18:00] – 🚨 Jay and Adam go hard on homelessness, mental health, and government red tape.

• [1:36:00] – 🏳️ Minnesota’s ugly new flag? Detroit Lakes residents push back.

• [1:44:00] – Councilman calls in to spill the truth about the city’s vote and what's next.

• [1:57:00] – ❤️ A heartfelt golf fundraiser for a lost child—Jay and Marty share a moment.

💥 Why You’ll Love It:

If you live in Fargo, Minnesota, or just love straight-shooting talk radio, this episode hits everything from heartfelt to hilarious. Perfect for your Friday unwind—or your Monday motivation.

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In this episode of Rocky's Downtown Hour, Rocky Schneider kicks off summer with a vibrant roundup of downtown Fargo happenings. From free splash pads to burger competitions, local concerts, and the return of Island Park Pool, there's something for every family this season.

Rocky is joined by special guest Tammy Jo Taft, a rural Cass County resident, mom of three, and professor at Valley City State. Together, they dive into the ways downtown Fargo connects urban and rural communities, reminisce about childhood trips to the city, and reflect on the value of public spaces like libraries, parks, and parades.

Plus, hear their hilarious takes on donut burgers, parking downtown, 100 Grand bars, and why sledding hills feel a lot taller as adults.

Episode Summary:

It’s National Donut Day on The Coffee Club, and things get sticky—in the best way possible. Janae and Ronnie kick off the show munching on Sandy’s doughnuts and sliding into a hilarious mix of small-town charm, wild skincare experiments (hello, snail secretion cream), and heartfelt community events.

The duo chat about everything from accidentally texting your boss about diarrhea (oops!) to the powerful patriotism behind a multi-city flag exchange motorcycle ride across North Dakota. You'll also meet Macy, a rising star in the station, and hear all about a food truck fest with a mission to feed more than just your belly.

Sprinkle in some Rod Stewart updates, fish-related frisbee golf incidents, and pumpkin-carving smack talk, and you’ve got a fun, flavorful Friday episode.

💥 Whether you're here for the laughs or to learn about meaningful community initiatives, this episode has your name (and maybe your favorite donut) written all over it.

🕒 Standout Moments with Timestamps:

• 0:01 – “Why do you sound like a squirrel?” – Kicking off with donuts and giggles.

• 3:45 – Macy's journey from intern to media powerhouse 🌟

• 7:02 – Gopher hunting with mom? It’s more nostalgic than it sounds.

• 12:45 – The great RedHawks game that wasn’t — but still a sweet suite party!

• 18:20 – “Ronnie lost his phone… and his dignity?” – Michelle’s text reply is 🔥

• 25:10 – Snail cream skincare routine goes wildly wrong on air 🐌💦

• 36:50 – The United Way food truck event: mac & cheese for a mission 🧀

• 51:10 – Veterans ride preview: Flags, bikers, and honor across the prairie 🇺🇸

• 1:02:30 – Weekend plans, celebrity concerts, and how Trevor somehow goes to three cities in three days 🎸

• 1:14:10 – Random stories: King’s Hawaiian rolls, Aaron Rodgers rumors, and the mystery of head cheese.

• 1:24:50 – Did You Know? Snake bites, misfired texts, and weird war inventions 🐍🪖

• 1:30:00 – Epic pumpkin-carving challenge begins 🎃

📌 Perfect for fans of:

• Light-hearted morning radio

• Community stories with real heart

• People who’ve ever panicked over a lost phone, greasy moisturizer, or awkward text.

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☕ Grab your donut and dive in.