Dad Days

A homegrown hockey hero on the show today. Goaltender Steve Janaszak played his high school hockey for the Pioneers of Hill Murray. Recruited by the legendary Herb Brooks, it was on to Minnesota for 4 amazing years before making the 1980 Olympic Team and being a part of the Miracle on Ice at Lake Placid.   Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/), OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/), & 10k Construction (10kconstruction.com)

How would Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull answer some of the NHL teams’ weirdest combine questions? Hear their answers, and who they think have been the biggest Wild first round busts (thus far)  As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 281.

Cory Hepola has transitioned from a TV and radio personality at KARE and WCCO Radio to producing, writing, and hosting a series of shows on Rural America in the Midwest.    Sponsored by: Broadway Dental (https://smilebroadway.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (https://www.lexusofwayzata.com/) & Lexus of Maplewood (https://www.lexusofmaplewood.com/)

Star Tribune Timberwolves beat writer Chris Hine joins Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan to talk about his book on Anthony Edwards, Durant and Thibs   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.Gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off your first order   Brought to you by Chu Vision Institute (www.chuvision.com/) Princeton’s Liquors (www.princetonsliquors.com/) Shepherd Goods & Lamb Chops (https://sglambchops.com/ - Promo Code: JonK20 for 20% off) TSR Injury Law (612-TSR-TIME or www.tsrinjurylaw.com) Royal Credit Union www.rcu.org/ Lexus of Wayzata (Lexusofwayzata.com) Lexus of Maplewood (Lexusofmaplewood.com)

Roy Smalley, LaVelle Neal and Jim Souhan on pitching injuries, hitting needs and how Rocco will need to manage the staff. Plus: Underrated musicians.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (www.mnmasoniccharities.org/), onX FISH!(www.onxmaps.com/fish)  Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) PromoCode: TalkNorth for 50%off of first order and Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/)

The Go Gopher Podcast with Mike Grimm - Episode #174 features a visit from Mark Boyle, the talented radio voice of the Indiana Pacers, who grew up in Minnesota and who is enjoying an incredible run through the NBA Playoffs From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Sponsored by: (https://www.sunbeltminnesota.com/ & https://www.tnma.com), Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union (https://www.affinityplus.org/gogophers)  OnX (https://www.onxmaps.com/)

Today on the show, we dive deep into the off-season moves ahead for our favorite NHL team. Seth Toupal hosts Locked on Wild and is plugged in and passionate about the Minnesota Wild. Fun hockey conversation lies ahead.    Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/), OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/), & 10k Construction (10kconstruction.com)

Over 60% of turtle species are endangered or threatened, and road mortality is a significant contributor. We chat with the founders, Kelly Olson and Katie O'Halloran, of TurtlTracker.  A scalable app and social platform powered by AI, enabling anyone with a phone and a heart for the environment to contribute accurate data.   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 

Bobby Peters, a coach and author and podcast host, joins The Alec Lewis Show to discuss the Minnesota Vikings offense. Peters dissects why Kevin O’Connell is as impressive a play-caller as he is. Peters also touches on how the system might evolve in 2025 with J.J. McCarthy as the quarterbacks. They talk about O’Connell’s run game and much more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website: https://myfrbank.com/ And here is a link to all of their locations! https://myfrbank.com/locations-hours/ Purchase Bobby’s Vikings offensive manual: https://www.amazon.com/Minnesota-Vikings-Complete-Offensive-Manual/dp/B0DZ69T7LB

This week, Tony shares some red-hot June bites that are going on now. He also shares some of his “go tos” for Walleye and Smallmouth this time of year. Additionally, he provides in-depth details about some of the hottest presentations for catching fish this month. Tune in to get dialed in for a magical June!   Presented by: Strike Master (rapala.com/us_en/strikemaster), On-X Fish (onxmaps.com/fish), Arnesen's Rocky Point Resort (arnesens.com/), & Visit Cook County (VisitCookCounty.com) 

Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond recalls his relationship with the great Jim Marshall, who called him ``Groucho.'' Jeff remembers Jim bringing Bud Grant to tears.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com/)   Supported by White Bear Lake Superstore Buick GMC (www.WhiteBearLakeSuperstore.com) MN Masonic Charities, Golf Club Hospital (www.Golfclubhospital.com) and Natreum (www.natreum.com) Continental Diamond (www.continentaldiamond.com)

Are the Lions still the best team in North? On Jefferson's work ethic, LSU heritage and Vikings' secondary   From Aquarius Home Services Studio  Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order   Supported by Aquarius Home Services (wwwaquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twillmn.com/), Chu Vision Institute (www.chuvision.com/), onX FISH!(www.onxmaps.com/fish) Lexus of Wayzata (Lexusofwayzata.com) Lexus of Maplewood (Lexusofmaplewood.com) and Natreum

We are giving away a GAIM Virtual Shooting Simulator!  Phillip Jones from GAIM joins the show to discuss their virtual reality hunting and shooting simulator.  The conversation begins with Phillip’s journey beginning as a hunter in the U.K, serving in the Royal Navy, moving to America & working in the firearm industry, falling in love with bird dogs and bird hunting, launching GAIM, how the system works for hunters, shooters & firearm safety training.  We fire up the GAIM and shoot through multiple scenarios during the show before explaining our giveaway.  @GAIM_USA   Presented by: Walton’s (waltons.com/) OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (hokseynativeseeds.com) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Home (compeerhome.com)

Jon Krawczynski on the Wolves' poor ending, potential moves & Connelly's mindset.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.Gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off your first order   Brought to you by Chu Vision Institute (www.chuvision.com/) Princeton’s Liquors (www.princetonsliquors.com/) Shepherd Goods & Lamb Chops (https://sglambchops.com/ - Promo Code: JonK20 for 20% off) TSR Injury Law (612-TSR-TIME or www.tsrinjurylaw.com) Royal Credit Union www.rcu.org/ Lexus of Wayzata (Lexusofwayzata.com) Lexus of Maplewood (Lexusofmaplewood.com)

The Minnesota Wild re-signed forward Marcus Johansson for one year which is fine – as long as he’s not anywhere near the top 6. Plus, more free agent targets, a team of 12 Kaprizovs and Kirsten Krull’s Connor McDavid future prediction.   As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 280.

Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, gives another practice report on quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Lewis also goes through what else he noticed at the second OTA practice open to the media. Some of the conversation focuses on the team’s cornerback room, and how that relates to the Jalen Ramsey conversation. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website: https://myfrbank.com/ And here is a link to all of their locations! https://myfrbank.com/locations-hours/ Purchase Lindsey Young’s Olivia The Brave: https://olivia-the-brave.com/

Amelia Santaniello has been a treasured friend and former co-worker for years at WCCO TV. She opens up about everything from being married to her co-anchor to changing the world of how people consume their news.   Sponsored by: Broadway Dental (https://smilebroadway.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (https://www.lexusofwayzata.com/) & Lexus of Maplewood (https://www.lexusofmaplewood.com/)

Russo and LaPanta ask whether it's time to try Kirill on the PK, plus discuss Rossi's situation with the #mnwild, a possible Jo-Jo return and preview the Stanley Cup Final.   from Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria & OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com)

Dawn Mitchell and Jim Souhan chat with Travis about his career, shoes, player relationships and new Headflyer beer.   Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/), Natreum (natreum.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/), & 10k Construction (10kconstruction.com)

Basketball legend Trent Tucker is now a very busy hockey dad. Today on the show, we discuss the many amazing lessons he learned on the court and how they are impacting his very talented sons around the rink.   Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/), OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/), & 10k Construction (10kconstruction.com)