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Jay Thomas Show: “Graduation Pandemonium & Public Safety Showdown” (5-28-25)

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

On this spirited episode of the Jay Thomas Show, Jay dives into the uproar surrounding local graduation ceremonies—complete with maracas, banging lids, and full-on chaos in the aisles. Listeners weigh in, and things get real. Later, Fargo Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney joins the show to unpack the city's newly approved public safety tax plan—what it covers, where the money’s going, and why some residents feel blindsided. Of course, Jay and the crew also meander down memory lane with tales of high school trouble, mooning buses, and the fine art of detention survival. It’s candid, chaotic, and classically Jay.

🎧 Standout Moments & Timestamps:

  • [1:34] – Jay opens the show with a rapid-fire sponsor rundown and intro.

  • [2:18] – The team debates Fargo’s controversial public safety tax vote.

  • [5:21] – Listener email sparks heated discussion on chaotic graduation behavior at Shields Arena.

  • [9:40] – Hooting, hollering, and maracas: Jay breaks down the mayhem at local ceremonies.

  • [16:09] – Wild high school stories: teacher tosses student into lockers. Seriously.

  • [24:15] – The mooning incident... and how it still haunts school bus history.

  • [27:52] – Weather update: sunshine and storms ahead!

  • [34:39] – Lawn & Garden Radio with Don Kinsler kicks off—rubber mulch, mildew, and mystery tree death.

  • [41:56] – How long does a lawn live? Apparently, a century.

  • [43:12] – Medieval lawn care? Don spills turf trivia you didn't know you needed.

  • [45:40] – The Horseradish Apocalypse: a condiment that cleared Jay’s sinuses forever.

  • [48:00] – More sponsors, Huey Lewis adoration, and boot sales.

  • [55:08] – Mayor Mahoney joins for an in-depth breakdown of the city’s new tax and firefighter pay plans.

  • [1:26:00] – Law enforcement, real-time crime centers, and the future of public safety.

  • [1:44:00] – Graduation madness continues with listener calls: was it cultural celebration or complete chaos?

 

Talk of the Town with Jon Adams: Buckets & Brilliance; The Rise of Seventh Grader, Jaya Taylor (05-28-25)

Talk of the Town with Jon Adams - Wednesdays 11am to 12pm on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

In this electrifying episode of Talk of the Town, host Jon Adams sits down with rising basketball phenom Jaya Taylor—an eighth-grader already turning heads on varsity. With her father and coach Milton Taylor by her side, Jaya opens up about her journey from golf cart giggles to court dominance.

They dive deep into discipline, leadership, the homeschool-to-varsity grind, and the tough-love mentorship that made her unstoppable. Plus, Jaya breaks down her Texas AAU tournament triumph, her All-American MVP nod, and shares what keeps her humble, hungry, and hilariously honest.

🎤 Don't miss the heartfelt shoutouts, sibling dynamics, and a dose of motivational gold for student-athletes everywhere.

🔥 Standout Moments with Timestamps:

  • 0:57 – Jon declares war on Christmas-present opening crimes (yes, really).

  • 2:09 – The emotional toll of Memorial Day hits home.

  • 3:25 – "We don't go gently into that good night" – Jon on pickleball vengeance.

  • 3:58 – Meet Jaya: varsity athlete, 8th grader, and absolute baller.

  • 5:20 – Jaya’s varsity mindset began in 4th grade (with a left hand already!).

  • 7:30 – Homeschool vs public school: “Mental toughness starts at 5am.”

  • 9:40 – “Not being the best taught me how to work like the best.”

  • 11:34 – Jaya on motivation: “If you’re not willing to grind, maybe it’s not your goal.”

  • 13:23 – Jaya’s leadership playbook: “Know each teammate, push them differently.”

  • 15:25 – Trust isn’t given; it’s earned—even as a 7th grader.

  • 20:32 – Jaya picks Kobe over LeBron and shouts out Paige Bueckers as her GOAT.

  • 24:22 – Tearjerker alert: Jaya reflects on her mom’s mentorship and dad’s discipline.

  • 26:27 – "They don’t know my goals." — Jaya claps back at critics.

  • 28:15 – Big sister vibes: Amaya the joy-bringer and court killer in the making.

  • 33:50 – The Texas AAU tournament twist: losing to a top team, then beating them for the chip.

  • 35:17 – “We’re from Fargo.” And we win championships.

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The Coffee Club: “Cleanup Week, Locked Up & Leveling Up” (5-28-25)

The Coffee Club on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

This morning on The Coffee Club, it’s trash talk and transformation! Hosts welcome Jen from the City of Fargo for a deep dive into Cleanup Week—complete with tales of cars on payloaders and decorative boulders mistaken for junk. Then, Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner and Sgt. Ben Schwandt drop by to talk about a different kind of cleanup: how inmate programs are changing lives inside the jail. From knitting to GEDs to donuts that spark life change, it’s an eye-opening chat about redemption, resources, and real impact.

Don’t miss the trivia, the laughs, and the stories that make community conversations worth tuning in to.

🕰️ Standout Moments (with Timestamps):

  • 0:07 – Trash Talk Begins:
    Jen shares the quirky highlights from Fargo’s Cleanup Week—yes, someone tried to toss a whole car.

  • 2:30 – “Do Not Take: This is NOT Cleanup!”
    A giant boulder sparks a hilarious discussion on misidentified junk and DIY landscaping mishaps.

  • 4:15 – Recycling Rundown:
    Where does your fridge go after cleanup week? You’d be surprised.

  • 8:43 – 🎉 Trivia Time!
    Can you recycle paint curbside? One lucky listener wins a Hornbacher’s gift card and some city swag.

  • 14:00 – Sheriff  Jesse Jahner Enters:
    Jail time doesn’t have to mean downtime. The Sheriff explains the “IGNITE” inmate programming initiative.

  • 16:53 – 🔥 Sgt. Ben Schwandt Takes the Mic:
    Sgt. Schwant highlights over 50 weekly programs—from GEDs and job training to emotional wellness and faith support.

  • 21:12 – “From Cookie Cravings to Life-Changing Choices”:
    Inmates lured by donuts end up transformed—real stories with real outcomes.

  • 25:42 – 📈 87 Volunteers, 50+ Programs:
    Behind-the-scenes look at how Cass County’s programming became a national model.

  • 32:15 – From Inmates to Entrepreneurs:
    How former inmates are returning to jail—as guest speakers and mentors.

  • 35:55 – That’s a Wrap!
    Hosts reflect on the power of second chances and community connection.

 

5-27-25 Prime Time Sports: The Wolves stars disappeared in Game 4

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Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman break down Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder. Plus, they take a quick look at Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Final between the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers.

 

Jay Thomas Show: Double-Dipped: “The Great Home Valuation Showdown & Summer Roadtrip Confessions” (5-27-25)

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

On this jam-packed episode of The Jay Thomas Show, the band gets back together for a fiery return — and they’re not holding back. From shocking property valuation practices in West Fargo to scenic summer roadtrip memories and some lighthearted domestic bar décor negotiations, Jay and the crew serve up laughs, outrage, and sharp insight.

🏡 Main Story: A jaw-dropping housing segment takes over the show as Jay talks to realtors, homeowners, and even a local appraiser about the explosive rise in property valuations — and how special assessments are being double-counted. Guest Amanda Jensen shares her personal fight against what many are calling "a broken system." Is it time for a class-action lawsuit?

🚗 Lighter Side: It’s also National Road Trip Day, so buckle up for listener-favorite tales from haunted towns in Arizona, riverside rides through Minnesota, and an accidental Elvis pilgrimage.

🔧 Bonus: Fix-It Tips and giving back — hear how a local auto ministry has donated nearly 600 cars to community members in need.

🎶 Plus: Hot Tub Time Machine trivia, some surprising celebrity birthdays, and Jay’s hilarious showdown over deck decorations with his wife.

⏱️ Standout Moments (Timestamps):

  • (2:17) – “The Band’s Back Together”: The Jay Thomas Show returns with big energy and laughs.

  • (5:06) – “$324K for THAT House?”: Jay breaks down the shocker listing prices in his modest neighborhood.

  • (6:24) – Real-Time Crime Centers & Cameras: Big brother or big help?

  • (14:10) – National Road Trip Day!: Listeners share the most beautiful drives across America.

  • (25:33) – “I’ll Trade You 2 Bacardi Signs for That Spinny Yard Thing”: Jay and his wife’s hilarious battle over backyard aesthetics.

  • (30:50) – Hot Housing Market Mayhem: Home prices, taxes, and special assessments go under the microscope.

  • (42:34) – Why Are Flags at Half-Staff?: The crew investigates.

  • (51:03) – Amanda’s Battle Begins: A homeowner’s firsthand account of the valuation crisis.

  • (56:22) – "We're Not in a Million-Dollar Neighborhood!": Location vs. logic in city assessments.

  • (1:07:33) – Double Dipping & Legal Confusion: Are special assessments being counted twice?

  • (1:22:22) – Is West Fargo Spending Too Fast to Keep Up?

  • (1:31:31) – Affordable Housing Dilemma: Median home price hits $360K. What now?

  • (1:54:21) – Fix It Forward: Local nonprofit nears 600 cars given to families in need.