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9-23-25 Prime Time Sports: Vikings dominate Bengals

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Tonight Big Game James McCarty and Jace Denman discuss the Minnesota Vikings dominating win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Plus, they discuss if any teams have show if they are ahead of the pack yet this season.

 

On the Auction Block

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Today's guest is Brad Olstad from Steffes Group!

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Bonnie & Friends: Owning a Home Is Great – Until

Bonnie & Friends on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

Bonnie and Jace kick off a sunny Tuesday with local news, quirky headlines, and a lively Question of the Morning: Owning a home is great… until what? From leaky pipes and surprise neighbors to birds dive-bombing in the backyard, listeners share their funniest (and most painful) homeowner moments. Plus, we cover everything from Vikings in Dublin to Minnesota tax talk, with a dash of golf glory and weather sunshine.

 

The Coffee Club: A Terrifying, Spooky, and Charitable Tuesday (09-23-25)

The Coffee Club on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

This episode of the The Coffee Club, Daily Show Podcast, starts with a discussion about upcoming sporting events, from the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, Italy, to the Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Janae and Ronnie also touch on some terrifying and sad topics, including a hoax about Carson Wentz's father's death and a discussion about scams that prey on people's emotions. They then shift gears to a more uplifting topic: the upcoming Veterans Honor Flight.

Later, the hosts share some "Did You Know" facts, discuss what they love about fall, and debate whether listening to audiobooks counts as reading. The conversation also covers some "terrifying" but normal aspects of daily life, like driving, aging, and childbirth, and the hosts share some wild news stories about a bear attack in Yellowstone and a youth baseball practice struck by stray bullets.

The highlight of the episode is an interview with Patrick Kirby of Do Good Better Consulting on Nonprofit Day. Patrick shares insights on the current state of nonprofit giving, emphasizing the shift towards large donors and the importance of showing donors the impact of their contributions. The show wraps up with more news, including the latest from NASA and an update on the Matterhorn ride at Disneyland.

Standout Moments:

  • Winter Olympics are Next Year: The hosts realize the Winter Olympics are happening in Milan and Cortina, Italy, in February 2026. (00:00:27)

  • A Hoax About Carson Wentz's Father: A discussion about a social media hoax claiming the death of Carson Wentz's father. (00:02:40)

  • Veterans Honor Flight: Details are shared about the upcoming Veterans Honor Flight on Tuesday, the 30th, asking the community to welcome the 204 veterans home at the Fargodome. (00:05:32)

  • North Dakota Reading Proficiency: A concerning statistic is revealed: the average reading proficiency rate for students in North Dakota is only 44%. (00:08:18)

  • The Terrors of Everyday Life: The hosts talk about everyday activities that are "terrifying," including driving, having children, and ride-sharing. (00:20:46)

  • The State of Nonprofits: Guest Patrick Kirby explains how nonprofit donations have changed since COVID, with fewer individual donors but larger contributions from major donors. (00:23:45)

  • The Importance of Gratitude: Patrick Kirby stresses the importance of nonprofits showing gratitude and demonstrating the impact of donations. (00:26:00)

  • Reindeer are Real: The hosts share a surprising "Did You Know" moment about reindeer being real animals. (00:35:54)

  • Disneyland's Submarine Voyage: The history of the original Disneyland submarine ride is discussed, and its reopening with a new theme is revealed. (00:39:10)

  • Fat Bear Week: A segment on the annual Fat Bear Week competition in Alaska where people vote for the fattest bear. (00:46:16)

  • Youth Baseball Practice Shooting: The hosts react to the shocking news of a youth baseball practice being hit by stray bullets from a nearby target shooter. (00:50:50)

  • Surprising Debt Collector Items: A list of surprising things that can end up on a debt collector's list, such as library fines and gym memberships. (00:55:18)

  • Stonehenge's Origin: A discussion about new research suggesting the altar stone at Stonehenge came from Scotland, not Wales as previously thought. (01:07:37)

 

Solving soybean concerns and h2A questions

WAG: Weather and Ag In Focus on AM 970 and FM 93.1 WDAY

Today's guests are Stu Letcher from ND Grain Dealers Association, and Jeff Ballew from H2A Visa Solutions!

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Bonnie & Friends: Vikings Victory, Fall Fun, and a Weird Twin Cities Crime Spree

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Bonnie and Friends: Vikings Victory, Fall Fun, and a Weird Twin Cities Crime Spree

 

This episode of Bonnie and Friends, airing on Monday, September 22, 2025, covers a wide range of topics, from a decisive Vikings victory to the first day of fall and a bizarre crime trend in the Twin Cities. The hosts also discuss local sports and events.

Key Moments:

  • Vikings Triumph: The Minnesota Vikings secured a major 48-10 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals1111. The defense was a highlight, forcing five turnovers, including two defensive touchdowns by Isaiah Rogers2222. Quarterback Carson Wentz, filling in for an injured JJ, had a strong performance, completing 14 of 20 passes for 173 yards and two touchdowns333333333. The Vikings are now 2-1 and are heading to Dublin to play the Pittsburgh Steelers444444444.

     

  • A "Night for Sight" Fundraiser: Haiti iMission is holding its third annual "A Night for Sight" fundraiser on Thursday, October 2nd, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Avalon Events Center5555. The event will feature food, music, and dancing, with proceeds going to support eye surgeries and care in Haiti666. Tickets are $50, which covers the consumable costs for one cataract surgery7. Dr. Lance Bergstrom founded the mission in 2016, and since then, they have screened about 1,400 patients and performed around 350 eye surgeries annually8888. (7:10)

     

  • Used Cooking Oil Heists: A strange crime trend has emerged in the Twin Cities, where criminals are stealing used cooking oil from restaurants9999. The oil is valuable because it can be used to make biofuel and is worth about 40 cents a pound10. The global market for used cooking oil was valued at over $7 billion in 202311111111. (6:25)

     

  • Fall Forecast and Fun: The first day of fall is here, and the weather forecast for the week is sunny with highs in the mid to upper 70s121212121212121212. Listeners are calling in to share their favorite things about the season, including cooler temperatures, football, and hunting131313131313131313. The hosts also discuss the beautiful fall colors developing in Northern Minnesota14. (5:18)

     

  • Fargo Force's Winning Start: The Fargo Force hockey team began their season with two wins in Pennsylvania1515151515. They won 1-0 in overtime against the U.S. National Development Team and defeated the Madison Capitals 4-3161616161616161616. Their home opener is scheduled for October 4th against Sioux City17171717. (6:13)

     

    Kingpins Entertainment Center: Nader from Kingpins joins the show to discuss the entertainment center's offerings and upcoming events, including a "creepy, kooky, and altogether spooky trunk or treat" on October 28th18181818. He also highlights the new menu at Barron's, which now includes smoked wings and pound-size orders of cheese curds. (8:12)