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The Need to Know Morning Show

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Join Alex Taylor, Kevin Flynn and guests as they break down the news you need to know for the day ahead.

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01:38:45

Travel Chaos, Airport Migrants, and Comey's Courtroom...

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2025/11/26

Standout Moments [cite_start] Biden Admin Pressured Airports to House Migrants (20:00 - 21:05): Discussion of a bombshell Senate report revealing the Biden administration pressured at least 11 major airports to house illegal migrants in their facilities, compromising national security, particularly at the Atlantic City airport, which defends D.C. and NYC. [cite_start] DOJ Cases Against Comey and James Dismissed (27:14 - 28:07): Breaking news that a federal judge dismissed the Department of

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01:39:01

Snow, Scams, and the Weaponized FBI (11-24-25)

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2025/11/25

Standout Moments [cite_start] Winter Storm Warning Details (4:04 - 4:17): Dean Wysocki warns that a quick-moving clipper system will bring 3 to 6 inches of snow to the Fargo area starting Tuesday afternoon, with 6 to 9 inches south of Lisbon and Wahpeton, and strong winds creating difficult travel conditions. [cite_start] Welfare Fraud Funding Terrorism (7:49 - 8:19): The hosts express outrage over the fact that "over a billion" dollars in Minnesota welfare fraud is rooted in the Somalian

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01:37:30

The Transgender Sports War, Mamdani's Mayoral...

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2025/11/25

Standout Moments [cite_start] Transgender Sports Debate Highlights Unfairness (2:55 - 4:00): Kevin Flynn passionately argues the unfairness of biological males competing against girls, citing the specific case of a trans athlete who pitched a shutout in a state championship game and the heartbreaking look on the defeated girls' faces. [cite_start] Trans Athlete Medal Tally (11:25 - 11:50): A startling factoid is shared that one trans athlete beat 423 different girls 1,100 times and took 57

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01:35:05

The Military Coup Scare, Turkey Stats, & The Crossbow...

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2025/11/21

The "Need to Know Morning Show" hosts, Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor, discuss Democrats' controversial rhetoric urging military members to disobey perceived "illegal orders," calling it a foolish and dangerous political stunt. [cite_start]The hosts also cover Thanksgiving prep, including turkey statistics, and dive into a passionate debate about the negative impact of crossbows on the traditional sport of archery. ⏱️ Standout Moments [cite_start] Democrats Urge Military to Defy Orders (0:07:47):

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01:31:58

Epstein Files, Border Trafficking Horror, & Stock...

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2025/11/21

The "Need to Know Morning Show" hosts, Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor, dedicate this episode to two major topics: the political fallout of the newly released Epstein files and the horrific details of child human trafficking facilitated by the open southern border under the previous administration. The show also includes a deep dive into the current stock market correction and the exciting potential of non-tech sectors. Standout Moments Epstein Files: The Political Game (0:08:42): Commentary on the

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01:36:58

The Deep State Crooks Cover-Up, SNAP Fraud, and Beef...

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2025/11/19

The "Need to Know Morning Show" hosts, Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn, dive into a controversial Tuesday morning, focusing heavily on the suspicious investigation into the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. They also celebrate news of a major crackdown on SNAP benefits fraud and discuss the politics and market pressures affecting the American cattle rancher. ⏱️ Standout Moments [cite_start] The Thomas Crooks Conspiracy (0:01:40): The hosts express shock and suspicion over the handling of the

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01:17:28

Happy Monday! Vikings Recap, Tivo, and More! (11-17-25)

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2025/11/18

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01:38:40

TGIF! News, Weather, and More (11-14-25)

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2025/11/18

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01:15:08

Sunshine, Snap Fraud, and Soccer Stars (11-13-25)

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2025/11/14

Join Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor for a "Happy Thursday" edition of the Need to Know Morning Show, covering everything from unseasonably warm November weather to political drama, sports, and a very peculiar black chicken. The hosts are excited about the warm forecast, which prompts discussion of last-minute chores before the cold hits. They dive into the latest political battles, including the continuing resolution, the endless cycle of the Epstein story, and shocking new reports of massive fraud in

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01:12:01

Northern Lights, 60-Degree Forecast, and the Shutdown...

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2025/11/13

This episode of the Need to Know Morning Show covers the spectacular Northern Lights show that wowed the hosts and listeners, a surprisingly warm mid-November forecast, local farming technology, and continued reaction to the recent government shutdown. Hosts Kevin and Alex discuss the political motives behind the shutdown, critique Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and tackle the emerging concept of a 50-year mortgage. 🎙️ Standout Moments Spectacular Northern Lights: Kevin and Alex share

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01:28:52

Extra Scoop of Veterans Day (11-11-25)

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2025/11/13

This special Veterans Day episode of the Need to Know Morning Show brings you a mix of patriotic reflections, local weather, sports updates, and deep dives into the week's biggest political news: the end of the government shutdown. The hosts discuss what Veterans Day means and share gratitude for those who served, while also running down local deals for veterans. The conversation quickly shifts to the end of the government shutdown, with clips from Fox News analysts and correspondents discussing the

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01:30:47

Shutdown Showdown, Beef, and Winter Warm-Up (11-10-25)

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2025/11/11

The Need to Know Morning Show is back to cover a wide range of hot topics. The hosts discuss the anticipated end of the government shutdown and the controversial political fighting over healthcare subsidies. They analyze the debate on Obamacare and a potential deal to reopen the government. The episode also features an interview with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on fraud in SNAP benefits and possible price-fixing in the beef industry. The hosts share local sports updates, forecast an unusual

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01:26:06

Cold Weather, Hot Politics, and Deer Opener! (11-7-25)

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2025/11/09

Kevin and Alex kick off the "Need to Know Morning Show" on a chilly Friday—the day of the North Dakota deer opener and the start of a cold weekend in the Fargo-Moorhead area. They cover local weather, high school football playoffs, and a deep dive into the ongoing government shutdown and its consequences, featuring clips from Senator John Kennedy and an Allied Pilots Association spokesperson. The hosts also touch on the rise of socialist views in New York politics and the Mega Millions jackpot jump

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01:29:34

Shutdown Squeeze, Trump's Tariffs, and the Hunting...

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2025/11/07

Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor cover a dense news day on this Thursday broadcast. [cite_start]The longest government shutdown in history is the main focus, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy explaining the severe impact of missed paychecks on air traffic controllers and announcing a 10% capacity cut at 40 major airports to ensure safety. [cite_start]The hosts also discuss a major Supreme Court case involving the legality and leverage of President Trump's use of tariffs, which is expected to rule

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01:20:36

NYC Elections, Market Jitters, and Farm Show...

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2025/11/06

Join Kevin and Alex on this Wednesday, November 5th, as they dive into a packed morning of news, markets, and local happenings. The major focus is the recent elections, particularly the victory of the new New York City figure they call "Mandami" and the debate surrounding his socialist-leaning platform, a move some fear could accelerate the city's decline, causing the wealthy to flee, and potentially impacting the rest of the country. They play and analyze clips from his acceptance speech, which

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01:22:01

Midterms, Candy Day, and Political Headaches (11-4-25)

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2025/11/05

The show kicks off with the hosts setting the stage for a day of elections, diving deep into the politics shaping the Minneapolis mayoral race and the New York City mayoral election, with strong opinions on candidates like Omar Fatah and Zoran Mondami. The conversation quickly escalates into a debate on immigration, border security, and government shutdowns, spurred by clips from Harris Faulkner's panel discussion. Listeners weigh in on everything from favorite candy bars for National Candy Day to

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01:35:18

Vikings Win, Shutdown Standoff, and the Norwegian 4x4...

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2025/11/04

Happy Monday! Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor kick off November with a discussion of the Vikings' win on the road against the Lions, improving their record to 4-4, and a roundup of the weekend's wild college football action, including NDSU and the Gophers' overtime victory. They dive deep into the ongoing government shutdown standoff, featuring clips from interviews with Speaker Mike Johnson and White House Press Secretary Carolyn Leavitt, focusing on the filibuster debate, the status of SNAP benefits,

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01:33:25

Spooktacular Morning: Trucking Troubles, King Trump,...

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2025/10/31

This episode of the Need to Know Morning Show with Kevin and Alex is a special Halloween edition, celebrated as All Hallows' Eve. The hosts cover local events, national news discussions, and the weekend weather, all while sharing some seasonal fun. The show opens with some spooky fun, clarifying that Michael is associated with Halloween, not Friday the 13th (which is Jason). Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor welcome listeners to the show on AM 1100 and 92.3 FM, and via the mobile app and website. Today is

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01:29:48

The Schumer Shutdown: Leverage, Lies, and the End of...

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2025/10/31

Hosts Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor dedicate the episode to attacking the ongoing government shutdown, which they consistently label the "Democrat shutdown," now on its 29th day. They feature several Fox News audio clips (Tivo) of Republican leaders, including Senator John Thune and Senator Mark Wayne Mullen, slamming Democrats for using the suffering of American families—specifically SNAP and WIC recipients, and unpaid federal workers—as "leverage" for political gain. The hosts and their guests argue

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01:29:38

The "Auto Pen" Scandal, SNAP Crisis, and the Soaring...

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2025/10/30

The main political focus is on the Schumer Shutdown and the revelation that 40 million Americans are at risk of losing their SNAP benefits (food stamps) starting November 1st. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins states the USDA is out of funds and unequivocally cannot issue benefits after October 31st, condemning Senate Democrats for having voted 13 times to keep the government closed as a means of political "leverage". Louisiana Senator John Kennedy, author of the book How to Test Negative for

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