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It’s a hot one, Fargo! ☀️ Bonnie, Jace, and Dean bring the heat (literally and figuratively) on this jam-packed Friday edition of Bonnie & Friends. From severe weather alerts to awkward AI love stories, this episode has it all.

The morning kicks off with a thunderstorm recap and Dean’s “stay weather-aware” breakdown of what’s coming tonight—especially for anyone camping or lake-bound this weekend (🔊 Keep your radios on, folks!).

But it’s not just weather warnings and humidity highs! Dive into:

• [00:02:30] Weather Whiplash
  Dean Wysocki gives an early thunderstorm report, teasing an intense night of possible hail and tornadoes across the region. Pack your weather radios!

• [00:12:45] Teen Shot in Moorhead
  News update on a 17-year-old injured in a targeted drive-by shooting.

• [00:18:10] Rural Roads & High Cropland Prices
  Lawmakers expand funding to fix rural roads, while farmland prices surge 10.5%.

• [00:23:00] Sports Rundown with Big Game James

  • Twins end 6-game skid with a 12-5 win ⚾

  • NBA Finals update (Pacers force Game 7!) 🏀

  • Tom Hoagie sits even at the Travelers Championship ⛳

• [01:05:30] Summer Plans Check-In
  Listeners call in to share their weekend and summer plans—everything from missed graduations in Toronto 🇨🇦 to heading to Decorah, Iowa for Nordic Fest 🇳🇴

• [01:38:00] Flashback: Fargo’s 1957 F5 Tornado
  Listeners recall the devastating tornado that tore through Golden Ridge. One caller even shares a haunting memory from the basement.

• [01:55:10] AI Girlfriends Are (Not) Forever 💔🤖
  A man proposes to his ChatGPT-powered virtual girlfriend… until her memory resets. Yes, really. The crew reacts with appropriate levels of disbelief and amusement.

• [02:05:00] Flatland Music Flashback 🎶
  Featuring David Bowie’s “Space Oddity”, Paul McCartney’s Russia gig, and disco Beatles medleys. Get your retro fix!

• [02:18:00] AEDs Stolen in Atlanta?!
  Bonnie is not amused. “Who steals lifesaving devices!?”

On this jam-packed episode of The Jay Thomas Show, guest host Tim Flakoll navigates a whirlwind of local events, political insights, and community spotlights. Kicking things off with reflections on Fargo’s historic tornado and a weather forecast that promises a wild night, Tim chats with meteorologist Dean Wysocki about severe weather threats, potential tornadoes, and how to stay safe.

From there, things shift gears into civic conversations. South Dakota gubernatorial hopeful Toby Doeden joins for a fiery and unapologetically conservative interview. He talks about eliminating property taxes, combating the Green New Deal’s CO2 pipelines, and leading South Dakota like a business. The energy’s high—and so is his confidence.

Later, Judge Wade Webb gives a heartfelt look into decades of service in North Dakota’s courts, discussing courtroom realities, judicial philosophy, and his family's deep UND ties.

The show wraps up with local legends in community wellness and agriculture. Rita Ussatis from NDSU Extension, along with interns Samantha and Casey, shares uplifting stories of teaching life skills to kids—from baking scones to rocking 4-H exhibits.

It’s local radio at its finest: weather warnings, heartfelt tributes, bold political visions, pie-baking stories, and a few laughs in between.

It’s a sizzling summer Friday on Rocky’s Downtown Hour! Rocky kicks things off with a splash—reminiscing about Island Park Pool’s grand reopening (and the epic slide that made childhood dreams come true). Then we dive into downtown happenings with a shoutout to the local police picnic, Broadway Square splash pad, and the buzz of summer energy in Fargo.

Special guests include:

• 🎤 Frederick Edwards – Host of Fargo’s Juneteenth Celebration, sharing the powerful history behind the day and what to expect from Saturday’s all-day community block party at Broadway Square (educational series, music, soul food, and free eats for kids!).

• 🎸 Jeffrey Foucault – Americana music legend dropping in to chat about his July 2nd concert in downtown Fargo. He shares his songwriting philosophy, road trip soundtracks, and stories about touring with guitarist Eric Koskinen (who might just steal the show).

• 🏛️ Charlie Johnson – Longtime leader of Visit Fargo-Moorhead, joins to talk about the vision for a new Fargo Convention Center, the booming visitor economy, and how conventions can power the local future.

🎡 Street fairs, raccoon mascots, and future downtown upgrades round out this fun, local-focused episode you won’t want to miss.

☀️ Whether you’re a Fargo local or just love Americana vibes, community events, and a good story—you’ll want this one in your summer podcast playlist.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman look into the NBA Draft that's approaching this upcoming week. Plus, James gives his thoughts on a pick that he thinks would be a great pick for the Wolves.

Podcast Summary:

Good morning from Fargo! In this delightfully chaotic and warm-hearted episode of The Bonnie & Friends Show, Bonnie and Jace welcome you into a day filled with stormy skies, spilled coffee disasters, community news, wild weather updates, adorable pet stories, and heartfelt listener calls.

From navigating coffee machine mishaps to remembering lost lawmakers, debating iced coffee lids, dodging summer storms, prepping for Cruise Night, and honoring Juneteenth — it’s a full plate with laughs, weather tips, local headlines, and real-life moments that connect the Fargo-Moorhead community.

🎧 Listen in for:

• ☕ Coffee-fueled chaos and how not to flood your kitchen (5:14)

• 🌩️ Thunderstorm timing and Dean Wysocki’s "Cap Cap" weather forecast (6:03, 7:03, 7:35)

• 🚗 West Fargo Cruise Night preview + Jay Thomas weather drama (6:36, 8:00)

• 🕯️ A somber moment: Remembering Rep. Hortman and a vigil in Moorhead (5:25)

• 🐾 Snoring dogs, iced coffee spills, and cats with attitude (5:44–6:30)

• 🧠 Alzheimer’s awareness with the “Longest Open House” fundraiser (6:15)

• 📞 Listeners answer the question of the day: “I need more ___.” (5:33, 6:30+)

• 🌱 Gardening advice + rabbit-proofing your plants with Jill Patry (7:10)

• 🥛 Camel milk and a dairy deep-dive with Bridget Riedel (7:25)

• 🎸 Flatland Music Flashback: Prince, Motley Crüe, and Amy Winehouse's final days (6:56)

• 🛻 Car show fun and walking beverages (8:10)

🟢 Episode Description:

In this udderly fascinating edition of Weather & Ag in Focus, Dean Wysocki and Bridgette Readel return with sunshine, storms, and a dairy deep dive! They’re joined by retired NDSU Dairy Extension Specialist J.W. Schroeder for a creamy conversation in honor of June Dairy Month. Learn why milk is sold by the “hundredweight,” whether cream really rises to the top, and which is heavier — a pound of milk or a pound of gold? 🥛🐄

Meanwhile, stormy skies loom! Dean breaks down a back-to-back severe weather threat, and Bridget updates us on North Dakota’s lush wheat field, upcoming beef events, and parasite threats that don’t stop at customs. Oh, and yes — Angie from Horace qualifies for the $10,000 Great Grocery Giveaway! 💰

⏱️ Highlighted Moments & Timestamps:

• (0:00) Warm welcome & weather snapshot – sunshine now, storms tonight

• (1:06) Call for student radio interns – hands-on ag communication experience!

• (1:48) $10K Grocery Giveaway — Congrats to Angie of Horace!

• (2:36) Severe Weather Alert: Tonight & tomorrow night bring hail & high winds

• (3:49) Heat watch ahead — “Cars inside, crops at risk!”

• (5:08) Wheat field promo! Visit + QR code = chance at a $100 gas card

• (7:00) Field update: “Wheat looks great — let’s dodge that hail.”

• (7:30) 📞 Caller Terry suggests dew point in forecasts

• (9:25) Listener question inspires today’s deep dive into dairy

• (10:13) Ice cream flavor debate — black licorice vs. Juneberry 🍦

• (11:09) Guest spotlight: J.W. Schroeder, dairy legend & trivia machine

• (14:44) 🧠 Why milk is sold by weight, not volume (milk cans, history, density!)

• (20:34) Dairy breeds & fat content — Holsteins vs. Jerseys showdown

• (21:55) 💡 Dairy logistics 101: From cow to shelf in 36 hours!

• (25:59) Homogenization & pasteurization — making milk shelf-ready

• (27:09) Cheesy secrets revealed! Diversion to butter, cheese, and ice cream

• (29:38) Chocolate milk = the real MVP of post-workout recovery 🏋️

• (31:26) JW drops one last pun: “We’ll talk about chocolate milk coming from brown cows next time.” 😂

• (31:46) Severe weather reminder: Repeat storms & heat on the way

• (34:44) Upcoming events: BQA certs, cattle handling, biosecurity, and border pests

• (36:39) Thank yous & reminder to stay storm-ready

The Jay Thomas Show from Thursday June 19th, 2025.  LIVE at WF Cruise Night opener of the season.

Tonight Big Game James McCarty tells Jace Denman his troubled golf incident in Omaha. Plus, Team USA Hockey announced the first six players for the 2026 Olympics and the Minnesota Lynx are rolling.

The Jay Thomas Show from Wednesday June 18th, 2025.  Guests include Jim Monk, Don Kinzler, Rich from Toppers and Leah Alsager.