The Need to Know Morning Show

It may be Friday the 13th and the coldest morning of the season, but Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn are bringing plenty of heat to the Need to Know Morning Show. From unpacking the political and national security fallout surrounding Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's sudden resignation and Dr. Mehmet Oz's stark math on healthcare spending to cringing at street interviews where young Americans claim the Cold War was fought between "the cold and the hot", nothing is off-limits. Plus, local guests stop by the studio to dish on barbecue for a great cause and spiked Norwegian glögg ahead of the holidays.

Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor kick off a brisk Thursday morning (November 12, 2026) on AM 1100 / FM 92.3 The Flag. Between celebrating National French Dip Day, roasting a rogue Canadian weather model predicting 45 inches of Thanksgiving snow, and dissecting post-midterm political drama on Capitol Hill, the guys cover everything from Minnesota's booming deer and pheasant seasons to Kirk Cousins' return to purple. The morning wraps up on a heartfelt community note as West Fargo Police Officer Rhonda Jorgensen joins the studio to preview Friday's massive "Miles of Strength" benefit for Detective Miles Orth.

On this special Veterans Day edition of the Need to Know Morning Show, hosts Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn broadcast live from the Ace Out Golf Simulator Studio to honor active service members, first responders, and veterans across the Fargo-Moorhead area. The show unpacks the political fallout from the midterm elections, analyzing Tom Emmer’s warnings about House gridlock and the social media strategy behind the American Accountability Network. On the sports desk, the guys react to the blockbuster trade bringing quarterback Kirk Cousins back to the Minnesota Vikings, while meteorologist Dean Wysocki warns of an impending arctic pattern shift ahead of Thanksgiving. Plus, ag expert Bridgette Readel breaks down weed resistance and herbicide antagonism, financial advisor Brien Krank explains why the AI stock correction is a prime buying opportunity, and local veterans Marc Simonett and Tom Krabbenhoft share powerful Honor Flight memories and local Veterans Day events.

Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn take on a brisk Tuesday morning on The Need to Know Morning Show, unpacking the fallout from the Minnesota Vikings’ brutal 23-6 Monday night loss to Buffalo, the looming 4:00 PM NFL trade deadline, and mounting political warfare in Washington. The broadcast ranges from high-stakes national policy debates—including live coverage of Secretary Pete Hegseth firing back at congressional impeachment threats—to deep local roots, featuring Fargo Police Officer Leah Janz, an inside tour of Northdale Oil’s new facility, and regional agricultural reports on invasive weeds and hurricane aftermath.

Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor fire up the Need to Know Morning Show on AM 1100 / FM 92.3 The Flag with a high-energy post-election debrief, blending hard-hitting national political scrutiny with local community headlines and outdoor banter. Kevin is tracking viral claims of midterm anomalies, banking on a 2018 executive order’s 45-day evidence window, while Alex urges grounded skepticism against internet hype. Between Kevin’s heartbreak in the deer stand and Dino’s unseasonably warm 61-degree "hooky alert" forecast, the show dives into critical updates: Senator Bill Hagerty breaks down Stephen Miller’s appointment as Trump’s incoming Chief of Staff; ag expert Bridgette Readel uncovers remote cyberattacks targeting commercial cold-storage units; and wellness expert Mariah tackles the rise of youth self-defense, emotional regulation, and why quick-fix GLP-1 weight-loss injections fail to solve root health challenges.

It is opening day of the North Dakota rifle deer season, and Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn kick off a lively Friday morning on The Need to Know Morning Show with a mix of outdoor tradition, unseasonably warm forecasts, and sharp political post-mortems. The hosts dig into the head-scratching contradictions of the recent midterm elections—examining how conservative ballot measures triumphed across multiple states even as progressive candidates clinched unexpected wins. Alongside side-splitting commentary from Greg Gutfeld (featuring an uninvited live-television cockroach) and hilarious man-on-the-street reactions, the show tackles local high school football milestones, Carson Wentz stepping into the starting quarterback role for the Vikings, and Second Amendment debates. Finally, Mary from Minn Kota and Jen from the City of Fargo drop by the studio to share essential recycling guidance and spotlight local charity initiatives for America Recycles Day, before the crew signs off with an annual deer camp musical classic.

Hosts Alex and Kevin react to the seismic 2026 midterm election results with a blend of hard-hitting political analysis, local camaraderie, and conservative resolve. The morning kicks off with Larry Kudlow breaking down why the GOP economic engine will endure through executive vetoes, followed by a viral clash between Fox News' Martha MacCallum and Democratic Socialist co-chair Megan Romer over a proposed $49 trillion progressive platform. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis details Florida's winning blueprint while urging Senate leadership to work around the clock in the lame-duck session, and GOP strategist Caroline Sunshine delivers a fiery critique of establishment messaging. Grounding the high-stakes national discourse in the heartland, the crew also checks in on regional deer rifle openers, previews WDAY's massive all-day Ag Show with Bridgette Readel, touches base with outdoor guide Steve Carney, and runs through local prep sports and regional headlines.

The morning after a sweeping midterm "blue wave" flipped both the U.S. House and Senate and handed Democrats complete control of Minnesota's state government, Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor turn the studio into a candid group therapy session for stunned conservative listeners. Between listeners blowing up the text line and grappling with progressive victories from St. Paul to Austin, the hosts look for silver linings—revisiting a classic message of resilience from the late Rush Limbaugh and celebrating a projected 1,000-point surge on Wall Street as financial analyst Brien Krank explains why investors love legislative gridlock. The show balances the election post-mortem with critical local stories: ag reporter Bridgette Readel shares a harrowing sweep-auger farm accident survival story ahead of the WDAY Farm Show, meteorologist Dean Wysocki breaks down the Minnesota rifle deer opener forecast alongside regional snowfall trivia, and Nick Johnson from Sweet Shots drops in to preview a four-day golf getaway competition to Arizona.

On this Election Day edition of the Need to Know Morning Show, hosts Alex Taylor and Kevin Flynn navigate high-stakes midterm voting, persistent High Plains winds, and the looming political fallout across the country. The duo reacts to viral national clips—including Dana Perino’s warning of a drawn-out election night and Jesse Watters’ breakdown of Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens breaking ranks to endorse Republican Mike Rogers. Locally, the show covers essential North Dakota ground: Ag Director Bridgette Readel joins to evaluate tractor innovations, drought-pinched pumpkin harvests, and healthcare hurdles facing farm families. Northdale Oil’s Rob Geller stops in to showcase Fargo's massive new I-29 truck stop featuring the state's first tap soda system and dual car washes. Later, Jennifer Campbell from Vitalant drops by to launch the upcoming "12 Hours of Giving" blood drive to tackle critical shortages before the holidays. With sports desk updates on the Chicago Bears’ Monday night rout and three comprehensive WZFG news bulletins, the broadcast covers everything Fargo needs to start Election Tuesday.

Election eve in the Red River Valley kicks off with Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor navigating the daylight saving grogginess, soggy harvest weather, and deep frustration over the Minnesota Vikings' sputtering offense. The show takes an investigative turn into the bombshell federal press conference out of St. Cloud, where top officials unveiled dozens of felony indictments uncovering massive state fraud schemes. Along the way, the morning rolls through heated North Dakota ballot measure debates, rising rural diesel thefts, a masterclass on holistic wellness from powerhouse Mariah Prussia, and why public trust is hanging in the balance.