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Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessFibernew Live at The Boat ShowAfternoons Live with Tyler Axness is live at The Boat Show at The Fargodome and Kathy Bayman, with Fibernew sits down with Tyler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-2305 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessAnother Story About WrestlingIt's our weekly sports round table on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness featuring Katie Hale, Brian Shawn, and Derek Hanson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-2028 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessState Investment Board Agrees to Pay $1.3 Million in BonusesSen. Sean Cleary is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss the decision to pay bonuses to the State Investment Board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-2010 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessNorth Dakota Heads to Special Session This WeekZac Ista, House Minority Leader, join Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness en route to Bismarck for the special session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-1912 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessThe Heat is on at Adventure RVMike Boe, Adventure RV, is hosting Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness at the showroom to give you all the details on The Heat is on Sale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-1619 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessStill Time to Join Tyler at BallardsDanielle DeWitt, Ballard’s Resort, joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell you all the details about the winter walleye connection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-1605 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness3,500 lbs MonsterThe Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness every week to answer all your meat related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-1509 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessAlways Something to do on The MountainTom Theil is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to give us all the latest from Detroit Mountain Recreation Area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-1407 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessUpdating the Current State of SoybeansJim Thompson, chairman of the ND Soybean Council and Justin Sherlock, president of the ND Soybean Growers Association join Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss the current state of soybeans in North Dakota and the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-1318 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessCongresswoman Julie FedorchakStarting off 2026 with a packed news cycle, Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness askes North Dakota's Congresswoman Fedorchak her thought on the ICE presence in Minnesota, Greenland, Venezuela, oil, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-1317 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessFive Days of Football BlissOur weekly sports round table on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness features Brian Shawn, and Derek Hanson as we cover the world of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-1329 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessTensions Still High in MinneapolisBill Werner with The Minnesota News Network joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness for all the latest from Minneapolis in the wake of the shooting death of a woman by an ICE agent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0911 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessSenator Josh Boschee Running for Mayor of FargoNorth Dakota Senator Josh Boschee is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell us why he decided to run and what he will do with the job if elected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0915 min
News & Views with Joel HeitkampHead to Ballard's Resort with Tyler Axness February 22nd-25th01/09/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by his colleague, Tyler Axness, to talk about his upcoming trip to Ballard's Resort. Learn more about the trip and book your seats at BallardsResort.com. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0906 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessFederal Freeze on Child Care Assistance Program in MinnesotaMinnesota Representative Carlie Kotyza-Witthuhn joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss how this freeze on funds is going to impact her constituents and families throughout Minnesota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0812 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessI'm Not a GeographerThe Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness every week to answer all your meat related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0809 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessThe Gang is Back Together!Our weekly sports round table on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness features Brian Shawn, Katie Hale and Derek Hanson as we cover the world of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0632 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessTim Walz Withdraws From Run for Third TermBill Werner with Minnesota News Network is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss the announcement that Governor Tim Walz will withdraw from his run for another term as Minnesota's Governor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0513 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessU.S. Armed Forces Capture Venezuelan President MaduroDr. Thomas Ambrosio, NDSU Political Science, joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to help us understand the geopolitical implications of the capture of President Maduro and what it means to reinstate the Monroe Doctrine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0527 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessNorth Dakota Heading to Special Session on January 21stND Senator Tim Matthern joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell us what to expect from the special session later this month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0211 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessIce Fishing Season in Full SwingGone Outdoors's Scott Brewer is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to give us an update on winter activates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2026-01-0209 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessWhat the heck happened in 2025?Friend of the show Jason Matthews joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness for a full hour of year in review.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-2327 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessSpencer has to Cook the MeatThe Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness every week to answer all your meat related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-1810 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessAuto Opening DoorBare Grondahl is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness for his monthly appearance to answer all your appliance repair related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-1625 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessPush for Transparency from State Investment Board in NDNorth Dakota Senator Sean Cleary joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss legislation he will prepose in the next session to increase transparency from the Investment Board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-1111 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessI've Got a Mustache NowThe Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness every week to answer all your meat related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-1111 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessAre Tariffs on Potash from Canada Increasing?Veronica Nigh, The Fertilizer Institute Senior Economist, joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to help us understand the international market for fertilizer and if we can increase domestic production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-1011 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessRepresentative Julie FedorchakIt's our monthly conversation with North Dakota's Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today we chat about a farm bailout, the destruction of alleged drug smugglers in Caribbean, and getting the government funded before the January deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0915 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessThe Snowmobiling Season is Upon UsRod Clouse, Rural Cass Snowmobile Club, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell us how we can get out on the trails this winter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0612 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessGet Your Holiday Shopping Done at Paradox ComicsRichard Early, Paradox Comics, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to give you all the info on Paradox.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0609 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessMarge's Reindeer Room is Open!Dan Hurder, Marge’s Reindeer Room, Marge’s Diner is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell you about this awesome pop up Christmas bar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0505 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessOpening Weekend at Detroit Mountain Recreation AreaTom Thiel, Detroit Mountain, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell you all the details about the opening of the winter ski season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0406 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessRaising Money for the Downtown Engagement CenterSeth Holden is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell you about a great show at Junkyard in West Fargo where his band The Forefeathers is raising money for the DEC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0408 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessHighland Ribeye RoastThe Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness every week to answer all your meat related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0411 min
Real Estate Remix50 Year Mortgage?Aruna Girdhar Hagen and Poonam Budhiraja with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One launch Real Estate Remix on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today Poonam and Aruna tell you what a 50 year mortgage actually means and why now is the right time to start the home buying process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0330 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessDoes the buck stop with Walz on Fraud in Minnesota?Patrick Coolican, Editor-in-Chief of Minnesota Reformer, joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to update us on the ongoing saga of fraud in Minnesota and how it is impacting the Walz administration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0211 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessGovernor Kelly ArmstrongIt's our monthly chat with North Dakota's Governor Kelly Armstrong on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today we chat about a Bank of ND program to help farmer, the ethics commission, and a push for an initiated measure to provide universal school meals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0218 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessCircular BreathingIt's our weekly sports round table on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. In studio are Brian Shawn and Derek Hanson to give you a full recap of the week that was in sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0230 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessThe Help You Need When You Need HelpNancy Kelly with Labor Master is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell you how easy it is to get help for those lingering projects from LaborMasters. More at https://www.labormasters.net/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0107 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessInitiated Measure for Universal School Lunches in North DakotaRobin Nelson, Chair of the Together for School Meals, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell us why she thinks now is the time for this ballot measure in North Dakota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-0116 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessKeeping You Protected Through the Winter MonthsJanelle Albricht, Country Financial, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell you some winter travel tip from Country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-2604 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessHelping Us Understand Illegal Orders and the Responsibility of Enlisted PersonsDakota Rudesill, Ohio State University, joins Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to educate us on illegal orders and what is in the uniform military code.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-2617 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessLand Battle Between Harwood and Fargo ConcludesChris Higgins, Harwood Council Member, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss the end of a land dispute between Harwood and Fargo over the site of an A.I. data center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-2511 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessRough Weekend for Minnesota SportsIt's our weekly sports roundtable on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to give you a full recap of the weekend of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-2530 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessProof Artisan DistillersJerick Kath with Proof Artisan Distillers is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss whiskey classes, gin classes, and old fashioned in a bottle all available at Proof.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-2007 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessMonitor Monitor With Your Meat ThermomotorThe Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness every week to answer all your meat related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-2010 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessGetting Beef From Pasture to PlateNicole Wardner, Executive Director ND Beef Commission, is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to help us understand the beef prices and how your dinner gets from farm to your kitchen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-1913 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessOctoberfest is Good All Year LongRick Branvold, Ice Wind Brewing, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to give you all the latest from one of our favorite breweries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-1508 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessMinnesota Representative Heather Keeler Running for U.S. House in District 7Minnesota Representative Heather Keeler is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to tell you why she decided to run and what she would do with the position if elected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-1315 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessBeef Flavor on Your BisonThe Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness each and every week to answer all your meat related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-1312 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessGet Your Home Ready for WinterEric Duhigg, Country Financial, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to give you all the tips for preparing your home for the upcoming winter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-1204 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessHemp and THC Targeted in Bill to Reopen GovernmentBob Galligan, Director of Government and Industry Relations Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild, is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss why this change could be detrimental to breweries in Minnesota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-1210 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessT 225The Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness every week to answer all your meat related question.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-0610 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessFargo Convention Center Down to Four Potential LocationsCharley Johnson, Convention Center Committee, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to give us an update on the location of the approved Fargo Convention Center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-0516 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessWhat the Heck is Happening?Jason Matthews, Political Science Instructor at Bismarck State College, is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss the legacy of former Vice President Dick Cheney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-0424 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessElection Day in MinnesotaMadison McVan, Minnesota Reformer, is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss some key elections in Minnesota and what they might mead to a very slim Democratic majority in the Minnesota SenateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-0410 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessQuestions Arise Over North Dakota's Involvement in WonderfundDustin Gawrylow, ND Watchdog Network, is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to discuss North Dakota's involvement with the Kevin O'Leary and the Wonderfund.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-11-0324 min
Afternoons Live with Tyler AxnessExpired SpicesThe Meat Dude Spencer Wirt is on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness every week to answer all your meat related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-10-3011 minAfternoons Live with Tyler AxnessTrying to Understand the Stock MarketPaul Meyers, Legacy Wealth Management, is in studio on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness to help us what is driving the stock market and if we can expect the record growth to continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-10-2915 minReal Estate Remix101 for Buying a Rental PropertyAruna Girdhar Hagen and Poonam Budhiraja with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One launch Real Estate Remix on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today Poonam and Aruna answer all your real estate questions and give you their monthly HOT listing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-10-2829 minReal Estate RemixSo Much Valuable InformationAruna Girdhar Hagen and Poonam Budhiraja with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One launch Real Estate Remix on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today Poonam and Aruna answer all your real estate questions and give you their monthly HOT listing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-09-2430 minReal Estate RemixWill Industrial Development Change My Home Value?Aruna Girdhar Hagen and Poonam Budhiraja with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One launch Real Estate Remix on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today we talk about industrial development and home values as well as bringing you the property of the month, a beautiful house ready to be your new home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-08-2729 minReal Estate RemixThe Fargo Real Estate BubbleAruna Girdhar Hagen and Poonam Budhiraja with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One launch Real Estate Remix on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today we talk about if the national reports of a down market are true in our area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-06-2527 minReal Estate RemixTaking you From Offer Through ClosingAruna Girdhar Hagen and Poonam Budhiraja with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One launch Real Estate Remix on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today we talk about the steps in the buying process immediately following an accepted offer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-05-2828 minReal Estate RemixFirst Time Homebuyer's Step by Step GuideAruna Girdhar Hagen and Poonam Budhiraja with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One launch Real Estate Remix on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. Today we guide you through Finding a Realtor, Finding a Lender, Getting Pre-approved, Determining budget and needs, Looking at homes, Open-house Rule, Making offer, Inspection, Appraisal, Final Walk-through, Closing. What sort of issues that can delay closing if we have time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-04-2327 minReal Estate RemixBuying vs. Renting: Making Smart Housing Decisions in Fargo-MoorheadAruna Girdhar Hagen and Poonam Budhiraja with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One launch Real Estate Remix on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness. This episode walks people through the process of deciding to buy versus rent. What should people consider? Aruna and Pooman break it down on Real Estate Remix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-03-2634 min
Capitol PunishmentSpecial Update: The Death of Troy Seibel Discussed on News and ViewsWhile the team at KFGO News Radio is digging into the new information and updates relevant to Capitol Punishment we bring you this special update. Host of News and Views Joel Heitkamp and Host of Afternoons Live Tyler Axness discuss the death of former Deputy Attorney General Troy Seibel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-0428 min
Couch Potato RadioDerek Hanson and Tyler Axness talk USC/UCLA Possibly Going to the Big 10On Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness Derek Hanson joined the show to talk about the breaking news that USC and UCLA are considering moving from the Pac 12 to the Big 10 Conference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-06-3007 min
Couch Potato RadioMatt Birk-Former Viking/Raven now Lt. Gov. Candidate on Dr. Scott Jensen TicketDerek Hanson filled in for Tyler Axness on Afternoons Live Friday, March 18 and had a chance to talk with Super Bowl winning center Matt Birk. Birk is on the campaign trail, trying to win the Republican nomination in Minnesota to become the Lieutenant Governor on the Dr. Scott Jensen ticket. Derek and Matt talk about the challenges in Minnesota, how the campaign is going and his thoughts on Kirk Cousins and the Vikings. (Photo Credit-Jeff Weese / CC)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-03-2114 min
Couch Potato RadioHow Conspiracies BeginDerek Hanson filled in for Tyler Axness on Afternoons Live and talked about how conspiracies start, mainly because our governmental leaders don't tell us all of the information we need to know or mislead us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-04-0110 min
What The Hell Happened?Lessons to be Learned from TexasMillions of Texans were without power and water as their electrical grid failed. Instead of helping his residents, U.S. Senator Ted Cruz jumped on a plan to Cancun with his family. As you know, he got caught. Will the scandal stick?
Last week, the Senate acquitted former President Donald Trump. 57 Senators voted to convict Trump, falling short of the 67 vote threshold. He's not out of the legal troubles yet as multiple cases continue to mount.
President Biden continues his honeymoon period with a 62% approval rating. Congress is set the pass the very popular...
2021-02-1938 minWhat The Hell Happened?Party Over Country For Senate RepublicansThe second impeachment trial of former President Donald J. Trump is wrapping up. It is tough to find impartial jurors in the U.S. Senate. Reports that some GOP Senators skipped out on their jury duties are infuriating. North Dakota's Senator John Hoeven was among those too busy to hear Thursday's arguments according to those reports. Kevin Cramer declared this was, "the stupidest week in the U.S. Senate" before hearing the arguments. An embarrassing duo for a once proud legacy of U.S. Senators from North Dakota.
The Biden covid relief plan is supported by over 80...
2021-02-1337 minWhat The Hell Happened?The Week Populism Came to Wall StreetHedge fund managers and Wall Street were exposed this week after a subreddit group pooled investments for GameStop, AMC, and a variety of other companies. The little guys took on Wall Street and won. For a moment anyway. Many of the applications that marketed themselves as means for the "average joe" to invest barred investors from buying and selling select stocks with their own money. Apparently, the rules are different for big hedge fund managers and those of us that work on main street. The episode outraged people on all sides of the political spectrum and was the first...
2021-01-2942 minWhat The Hell Happened?Democracy Survived.Every Wednesday of 2021 has had a historic event. January 6th was the insurrection on Capitol Hill. January 13th was the second impeachment of President Donald Trump. January 20th was the inauguration of President Joe Biden. It has been bumpy, but democracy survived. For now.
A new administration doesn't mean old crisis are gone. The pandemic is raging in parts of the country. Biden wants $1.9 billion in another round of relief. To pass the proposal, Democrats are talking about "reconciliation" to get around Senate Republican obstruction. To prevent further obstruction, will the Senate filibuster be eliminated? After all...
2021-01-2539 minWhat The Hell Happened?Donald Trump's Place in HistoryExactly one week following the attack on our nation's Capitol, President Donald Trump was impeached for the second time. He is the first President to be impeached twice. The Senate will take up the trial next week. Can they balance the trial with the important work laid out for President-elect Biden's first 100 days?
Law enforcement continues to investigate and arrest those who stormed the House and Senate with more to likely come. Will there be accountability for other elected officials involved with the insurrection? The corporate world has stood up by pulling back its campaign donations...
2021-01-1543 minWhat The Hell Happened?One of Our Darkest WeeksThe attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6th was one of the darkest days in American history. Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews talk about the attack, the years that built up to it, and what the fall out may be. Just 24 hours before the attack and certification of President-elect Joe Biden's win, two Democratic gains in the U.S. Senate were delivered by Georgia voters. What does the new Congressional makeup mean for policy in Washington? What does Joe Biden need to do in his first 100 days in office?
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2021-01-1041 minWhat The Hell Happened?A Clear-Eyed Look ForwardMany are eager to put 2020 in the rearview mirror. The pandemic rages on and new variations of coronavirus are discovered, but there may be an end in sight with the vaccine. After months of failure, Congress finally passed another relief package to help struggling businesses and families.
At the same time, President Trump has surrounded himself with sycophants urging him to overturn the election he lost by 7 million votes. Some Republican leaders are even urging him to "cross the Rubicon." The election loss has been the only focus of Trump's while Americans die and Russia attacks...
2020-12-2246 minWhat The Hell Happened?Innocent People Don't Need PardonsAfter taking Thanksgiving week off, Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews break down the past 2 weeks. It wasn't just turkeys receiving pardons from President Trump. Now we're hearing there may be "preemptive pardons." The pandemic is spiking, vaccines are coming, and there is a group of bipartisan senators looking to get a relief package out. Will this be the power group for the next two years? The far left is attacking potential cabinet picks from the Biden administration. Heidi Heitkamp has been their focus. We explain why the left wing's focus is misguided and simply idiotic.
2020-12-0400 minWhat The Hell Happened?Democracy on the Brink?Though Trump's legal team isn't winning in court, they may be winning the war on truth. Press conferences full of half-truths and outright lies are being consumed by casual political observers and it is shaping their reality. It is increasingly harmful to our democracy and faith in our institutions. Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews discuss the dire situation and how American politics isn't just urban vs rural, but there are basically five political parties in our country.
2020-11-2100 minWhat The Hell Happened?The Extremes Have Taken OverFollowing the election results, there is a lot of discussion on whether or not America is a "center-left" or a "center-right" nation. With a majority of Americans being somewhere in the center, why are the extremes on both the left and right controlling our politics? Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews discuss that and describe our our democracy is, "the frog in the pot."
2020-11-1400 minWhat The Hell Happened?Decision 2020The results continue to trickle in and Joe Biden is the President-elect. Senator Kamala Harris is the first woman Vice President-elect. Aside from reclaiming the White House, the "blue wave" many projected didn't materialize. It will be a difficult pitch to claim either side has a mandate. If anything, this election showed there are two different realities in this country and there isn't much of a connect between the two. How does Biden govern in this environment? Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews discuss the results and what happens from here.
2020-11-1000 minWhat The Hell Happened?Republicans Are More Worried About Votes being Counted Than Voter Fraud.With all the last minute court challenges by Republicans and the Trump campaign across the country, it is obvious they aren't worried about voter fraud, they're worried about votes being counted. Will it impact the final days of the race? Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews break down what the hell happened this week before election day.
2020-10-3000 minWhat The Hell Happened?The Airing of Grievances CampaignThe final presidential debate is in the books. Rapid analysis indicates Trump was unable to move the needle enough for the final 12 days. That isn't to say Joe Biden didn't provide Republicans an opportunity to gain some momentum in certain states. Biden's remarks on transitioning away from oil subsidies might leave a mark in Senate races like Montana, Alaska, and Texas. Over 40 million votes have already been cast. Meanwhile, America had it's worse day in new confirmed covid19 cases since July. We also break down the wild week of Rudy Giuliani. Figure out "What the Hell Happened this Week"...
2020-10-2300 minWhat The Hell Happened?Republicans Have Been Playing with Court Numbers for YearsAmy Coney Barrett's SCOTUS hearing was a focal point of this week. She spoke of originalism and how she adheres to that philosophy. Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews explain what that really means. What SCOTUS reforms could be entertained if the current political polling holds through election day. By Monday, over 20 million Americans will have already voted. SURPRISE! we're talking about emails in October again. And who won the dueling town halls? Find out on this week's "What the Hell Happened this Week?!"
2020-10-1600 minWhat The Hell Happened?This is Pure Chaos!We left you last week with the President confirming he was covid-19 positive. Since then, he went to the hospital, a joy ride, and is now back at the White House planning campaign-like rallies. A lot of confusion about the timeline and schedule of his infection remain unanswered. If you missed the Vice Presidential debate and awoke to everyone talking about a fly, you have your answer on whether or not it changes the race at all. Ultimately, the Senate races are the place to watch right now. Will the sexting scandal in North Carolina ruin the Democrat's chances...
2020-10-1000 minWhat The Hell Happened?We Face Multiple National Security RisksToday, the President of the United States tested positive for covid-19. The diagnosis leaves a lot of questions about the President's health and executive branch protocols. Couple this devastating news with the New York Times reporting on Donald Trump's tax returns including the amount of debt he will eventually owe, and think of the national security implications. We discuss that, the debate, and the economy in this week's "What the Hell Happened?!"
2020-10-0300 minWhat The Hell Happened?The Constitutional Crisis Before Us Needs Your AttentionThe passing of Justice Ginsburg led this week's recap. The immediate politicization by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell set the tone for this week's podcast. Tyler is angry about the hypocrites currently sitting in the Senate. Jason takes on potential reforms to save our democracy. Pour a double for this week's "What the Hell Happened This Week?!" with Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews.
2020-09-2642 minWhat The Hell Happened?From 9/11/2001 to 9/11/2020 our Politics have Changed DramaticallyOur world changed nineteen years ago. Our politics, our unity, and our processes are all vastly different. Our response to events and tragedies from terrorist attacks to a health pandemic are discussed. The Atlantic article along with Bob Woodward revelations have made an impact on this race. Is Minnesota really in play? Also, the Senate was built for giants but isn't filled with them right now. Let's recap what the hell happened over the last two weeks.
2020-09-1152 minWhat The Hell Happened?Republican National Convention RecapThe four day Republican National Convention wrapped up last night. Did the President make the case for four more years? Do people really care that laws were broken and taxpayers funded a nationally televised campaign event? Jason Matthews and Tyler Axness give their take on the RNC from "flyover country."
2020-08-2843 minWhat The Hell Happened?Democratic National Convention WeekThe DNC pulled off a hell of a convention this week given the circumstances. Steve Bannon is arrested by the USPS. The bipartisan Senate Intelligence Committee releases their findings on Russian interference. A Kanye West updated, and much more on "What the Hell Happened This Week?"
2020-08-2137 minWhat The Hell Happened?This Was a Bad Week For Democracy in AmericaPresident Trump admitted he is actively sabotaging the United State Postal Service to limit votes counted by mail. Republican Senators like North Dakota's John Hoeven sit in silence at the delivery slow-down threat to rural states. Joe Biden selects Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. How does it impact the race? Congress goes on vacation without another round of covid-19 relief. Trump signs an executive order because Congress failed to do the job. Is it constitutional?
2020-08-1439 minWhat The Hell Happened?Is this the End of the NRA?Will the lawsuit in New York be the end of the NRA? Veepstakes. Two candidates for President continue to have missteps. A lot happened this week. Jason Matthews and Tyler Axness break down the national events with a Midwest prospective. Listen to this week's "What the Hell Happened this Week?"
2020-08-0837 minWhat The Hell Happened?Hyper-Partisanship KillsA lot happened this week. Jason Matthews and Tyler Axness break down the national events with a Midwest prospective. Portland escalates as President Trump threatens to send federal officials to other Democratically-led cities. Meanwhile, polling shows an even bigger lead for Biden and the Senate is now in play for Democrats. All that can change based on events between now and election day.
2020-07-2442 minWhat The Hell Happened?What the Hell Happened LAST Week?Unidentified federal agents in Portland. Roger Stone. Senate race rankings. Mary Trump's book and much more happened last week. Political analyst Jason Matthews and commentator Tyler Axness recap the major news events of last week in the latest podcast of "What the Hell Happened?"
2020-07-2148 minWhat The Hell Happened?What the Hell Happened this Week?The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that President Trump must provide his financial information to a grand jury in New York. The same 7-2 ruled Congress does have oversight duty, but must narrow it's focus in subpoena power. To be blunt, SCOTUS said nobody is above the law. Not even a President. The pandemic has become more political. People are fighting over masks. Finally, Joe Biden released his economic plan.
Host Tyler Axness and Jason Matthews break down what the hell happened the week of July 6th.
2020-07-1043 minWhat The Hell Happened?Pandemic, Protests, and PollingThe President's response to the pandemic has hurt his chances of reelection. The lack of national leadership has prolonged the pandemic and moral is at an all-time low. People are wondering if Donald Trump even wants the job of President. Jason Matthews joins Tyler Axness to talk about how this crisis has impacted the President's term, the ongoing marches for justice, and what it means for the Presidential race.
2020-07-0140 minWhat The Hell Happened?Jason Matthews talks how the pandemic is impacting our politicsThe coronovirus pandemic has changed our day-to-day life. Over 60,000 American lives lost and 30 million Americans unemployed in a matter of weeks. What does this mean for the 2020 election? What are some realities this crisis has revealed? What changes going forward?
Those are some of the topics Jason Matthews discusses during Happy Hour. Matthews, a political science instructor and consultant, has years of experience in politics and communications. Join us in the conversation over your favorite beverage.
This week, we highlight two North Dakota breweries.
Until next week, take care of yourselves...
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