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The Coffee Club: “Marshmallows & Mandatory Reporters: A Sweet and Serious Midweek Brew” (5-21-25)

The Coffee Club on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

Welcome back to The Coffee Club, your midweek brew of banter, heart, and headlines. In this episode, we bounce between belly laughs and serious conversations—from Lilo & Stitch fandom to the real-life heroes helping abused children in our community. Get ready for the strange, the sweet, and the sobering in one jam-packed show!

📍 Episode Highlights with Timestamps:

🎬 Pop Culture & Movie Mania
(0:08 – 1:15)
Hosts chat about Memorial Day weekend releases like Lilo & Stitch and The Final Reckoning. Expect nostalgia, ticket scalping, and a little Twilight shade.

👮‍♂️ Spotlight: Child Advocacy & Community Protection
(1:20 – 32:13)
A deep and vital conversation with Cass County Sheriff Jesse Johner and Sergeant Johner about the Red River Children’s Advocacy Center (RRCAC).
Key topics:

  • Why child victims are interviewed at RRCAC (15:04)

  • The importance of trauma-informed, single interviews (17:44)

  • How community members can help (27:48)

  • Donation needs at RRCAC (24:10)

Standout Moment (15:52): “We can’t always interview children ourselves—it takes specialized training. That’s why the RRCAC is essential.”

📜 Quirky American Customs Non-Americans Can’t Get Over
(52:00 – 1:02:29)
From tipping to sweet potato casserole with marshmallows, the team hilariously dissects the most “baffling” things about U.S. culture.

Highlight (54:19): “Sweet potatoes with marshmallows aren’t strange—they’re delicious!”

📵 Weird Things Parents Should Stop Paying For After 18
(1:02:29 – 1:08:34)
A debate for the ages: Should parents foot the bill for gas, Netflix, or rent after their kids turn 18? The Coffee Club says: “They’ll always be my babies.”

🌙 Tips for Better Sleep
(1:21:07 – 1:27:32)
Trouble falling asleep? You’re not alone. The hosts share their hilarious and heartfelt nighttime rituals, including the 4-7-8 breathing trick, coconut-scented dreams, and why reels might be ruining your REM cycle.

🎧 Final Thoughts:
This episode perfectly blends heartwarming community service with playful banter. Whether you’re laughing about testicle festivals or learning how to spot child abuse, it’s a well-rounded listen with something for everyone.

 

5-20-25 Prime Time Sports: Twins tough AL Central battles + Wolves in WCF

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Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman discuss the Minnesota Twins' 13 game winning streak coming to an end, their crucial series this week against Cleveland and Kansas City, and the tough AL Central battles in the standings. Plus, they look into the Wolves - Knicks trades and how they're benefitting both franchises as they enter their respective Conference Finals Series.

 

Jay Thomas Show: “Big Macs, Brass Keys, and Minnesota Madness” (5-20-25)

The Jay Thomas Show - Weekday Afternoons 2-5pm on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY.

In this punchy, free-wheeling episode of The Jay Thomas Show, Jay dives headfirst into everything from torrential North Dakota rainfall to eyebrow-raising Minnesota legislation — all while sprinkling in food cravings, fried chicken nostalgia, and hot tub rants. The episode crescendos into a deep (and occasionally hilarious) discussion about Minnesota's controversial new law restricting the sale of brass keys due to trace lead content. It's classic Jay: real talk, local flavor, and a little bit of sass.

📌 Standout Moments + Timestamps:

0:00 – 1:38
🛁 Hot Tub Rant
Jay kicks things off with a passionate ode to Hot Spring Spas and how his hot tub changed his life (and possibly his blood pressure).

1:39 – 6:30
☔ Rain, Rain, and More Rain
Weather banter takes center stage as Jay laments flooding and suspended Twins games.

6:31 – 10:45
🍔 Big Macs & Regret
Jay and Ronnie spiral into a greasy black hole of fast food confessions and preservative horror stories.

15:26 – 20:01
🍕 Pizza Patrol vs. Dwayne’s Debate
A food-fueled frenzy about Fargo-Moorhead’s favorite pizza haunts. Warning: may cause cravings.

25:52 – 36:09
🔑 Minnesota Key Law Controversy Begins
Jay uncorks a fiery reaction to Minnesota’s new ban on keys with trace lead. Is it overreach or overdue?

43:22 – 49:17
🚫 Key Bootlegging & Locksmith Woes
More outrage and absurdity as Jay imagines a future of illegal key trade over state lines. Lockpocalypse now?

58:01 – 1:03:24
🔐 Lock Shop Owner Calls In
Larry from the local lock shop joins to explain the disastrous impact of the law on his business.

1:34:08 – 1:46:41
🧍 Posture Month with Dr. Mike
Jay chats with chiropractor Dr. Mike about posture, pain, and why you shouldn’t rely on a compression shirt to fix your spine.

 

The Coffee Club: “Rain, Rants, and Bratwurst: A Tuesday at The Coffee Club” (5-20-25)

The Coffee Club on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

In this cozy and conversational Tuesday edition of The Coffee Club, Janae and Ronnie ride the wave of a rainy morning with nostalgia, quirky food debates, and real talk about community needs. From driving tractors as kids to dipping fries in milkshakes, it’s a delightful detour through Midwest memories and modern quirks.

They’re joined by Sue Baron of Golden Drive Homeless Kids for a powerful chat on rising community needs, brat stands, and how every small donation can change a life. Also in the mix? Generational workplace gripes, “scattergories” shenanigans with meteorologist Dean Wysocki, and some hilariously questionable food pairings.

Whether you're into cinnamon rolls with chili, McDonald's french fry milkshake hacks, or just need a boost of feel-good Midwest vibes—this one's for you.

🎧 Timestamps & Standout Moments:

  • [00:00] Rainy Tuesday Vibes – Farm kid memories and statute-of-limitations jokes.

  • [09:40] Guest: Sue Baron Joins – The amazing work of Golden Drive Homeless Kids + how you can help.

  • [21:20] Food Chat – Cinnamon rolls & chili, soy sauce on ice cream, and PB & pickles? Uh, what?!

  • [35:00] Janae & Ronnie’s Scattergories Face-off – Chaos, giggles, and geese.

  • [48:15] Gen Z Workplace Grievances – Dress codes, hybrid work, and... not using the horn?

  • [1:03:00] “Did You Know?” Trivia – Naked phone calls, New Hampshire alcohol stats, and Campbell’s soup math.

  • [1:13:00] Alan Jackson’s Tearful Goodbye & Upcoming Events – Country icons, silent auctions, and why brat feeds matter. 

    📢 Shoutouts:

    • Luther Family Ford – Sponsor of Non-Profit Tuesday

    • Bark’n Biscuits – Pup of the Week sponsor

    • Golden Drive Homeless Kids – Get involved at goldendrivehomelesskids.org

    • Upcoming brat stands at Hornbacher's & Cash Wise – Come hungry!

 

Jay Thomas Show: “Hot Saunas, Cold Truths: PSA, Politics & Pickled Fish” (5-19-25)

The Jay Thomas Show - Weekday Afternoons 2-5pm on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY.

On this candid and fiery episode of The Jay Thomas Show, Jay kicks off with hot tub talk and sauna health hacks—but things quickly heat up in a different way. The gang dives deep into the bombshell news of former President Joe Biden’s advanced prostate cancer diagnosis, triggering a powerful wave of listener calls, real-life cancer survival stories, and frustrations over medical transparency. It's raw, it's real, and it’s one of the most heartfelt episodes to date.

Plus: Jay’s weekend pizza regret, black licorice ice cream drama, escaping from prison Shawshank-style, Fargo’s crime center controversy, and a listener offers free pickled fish. Yep, it’s a Jay Thomas classic.

🕰️ Standout Timestamps:

  • 0:00 – 1:57 | Sauna > flu shot? Jay and Vinny debate health benefits and seasonal wellness.

  • 3:28 – 7:15 | Red Wing shoes, spoiler pizza regrets, and why onions at midnight are never a good idea.

  • 7:16 – 8:45 | The great West Fargo cop chase and a rogue Mexican Navy ship crash.

  • 8:46 – 11:59 | Breaking News: President Biden’s prostate cancer—Jay’s immediate reaction.

  • 12:37 – 15:24 | Mowing woes, heartburn hacks, and caller Grant’s failed attempt at winning comedy show tickets.

  • 19:42 – 21:13 | Epstein: Suicide or murder? Jay reacts to Bongino’s take.

  • 27:38 – 44:29 | Wall-to-wall listener calls: prostate cancer, PSA testing, government transparency, and anger over potential cover-ups.

  • 56:16 – 1:06:03 | Deeply emotional stories from listeners and families affected by prostate cancer.

  • 1:10:01 – 1:15:15 | Former coworker’s tragic cancer story and why early detection is everything.

  • 1:18:15 – 1:24:55 | Listener Vance shares how robotic surgery saved his life—cancer free since 2007.

  • 1:33:48 – 1:36:27 | Jim’s PSA PSA: Why robotic surgery beats the “radical” route every time.

  • 1:36:30 – 1:41:36 | Hot Tub Time Machine: Ringling Bros, Marilyn Monroe’s sultry song, and Dire Straits trivia.

  • 1:44:49 – 1:58:39 | The food, the toxins, and the conspiracy theories—are we being poisoned?

  • 1:59:52 – 2:00:14 | Jay wraps up with a reminder to check your PSA and enjoy the rain.

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