Chad Hartman

Charlie Kirk said there was no such thing as hate speech, but then why are so many people getting fired and arrested for their words in the wake of his death?

MPD Chief Brian O'Hara joins Chad for a discussion about a significant spike in gun violence, problems with homeless encampments and more challenges facing the city today. Chad and Dave also share stories about bad behavior from their children that was also too good not to love. And finally, would America be better with a royal family as they have in the UK?

Chad and Dave both share stories bad behavior from their kids that was also too good not to be proud of. Chad also poses the question: would the US be better with a royal family?

Chad speaks with Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara about several issues including, homeless encampments, a big recent spike in gun violence and much more impacting the city.

Lou Nanne joins Chad to open the hour sharing his thoughts on the situation the Wild are in with Kirill Kaprizov's contract negotiations. Later, we discuss the problem the NFL has with Tom Brady serving as both team owner of the Raiders and broadcaster with FOX. Plus, will the opening of non-tribal marijuana shops today impact how many Minnesotans use marijuana?

Will the entire state by high tonight as Minnesota's first non-tribal marijuana shops opened for business today? Chad shares why he doesn't think much will change with who does and doesn't choose to use marijuana recreationally.

The great Lou Nanne joins Chad with talk about the troublesome Kirill Kaprizov contract situation and more with the Wild.

Chad opens the with results from a recent poll showing how a person's definition of personal success varies greatly along gender and political lines. Later, Chad brings on Rena Sarigianopoulos to share his deep disappointment and feelings of abandonment based on what she's doing next week.

Our usual Wednesday fun with Rena Sarigianopoulos of KARE-11 starts with Chad expressing his disappointment in her cheating on this show as she prepares to host The Morning News on WCCO early next week.

What makes a successful life? Chad reacts to poll answers on the topic and how they vary greatly between men and women on each side politically.

Former US Attorney Andy Luger joins Chad with great knowledge and analysis on the topics of the charges against Tyler Robinson, a judge dropping some charges against Luigi Mangione, and social media's impact on society. The conversation regarding social media continues with regular Tuesday guest Jamie Yuccas as she lays out several reasons why she is convinced social media has been a net negative for our country.

Jamie Yuccas joins us from Los Angeles with a strong opinion and reasoning on why she believes social media has done much more to drag down American society that improve it.

After hearing the evidence laid out today against Tyler Robinson, former US Attorney Andy Luger tells Chad he has "no idea" how he would lead a defense team. In his mind the best Robinson can hope for is a guilty plea and avoiding the death penalty.

Chad jumps into politics and the fight between the right and left for the first half of the hour before a discussing about the life, career and legacy of Robert Redford with Peter Debruge of Variety.

Peter Debruge of Variety joins Chad to talk about Robert Redford's life, wide-ranging career, and the impact he had on so much of Hollywood.

Chad reacts to audio from President Trump related to lowering flags around the country to honor the death of Charlie Kirk but not doing the same for Melissa Hortman and what it says about the administration's opinion of the left.

Chad discusses the announcement from Governor Walz to run for a third term and who may be capable of beating him. Later, Adam Carter stops in studio for some fun with Ask Adam Anything.

Adam Carter nearly forgot about his duties today but made it in studio just in time for Ask Adam Anything!

Chad opens the show today reacting to Governor Walz announcing his campaign for a third term in office and wondering who from the GOP is best positioned to beat him.

Chip Scoggins joins Chad with reaction to JJ McCarthy's injury news that quickly went from bad to worse during the conversation, as well as other injury concerns for the Vikings. Plus, Chad talks about some of the most memorable entertainment he's consumed this year and hears from listeners about their top picks.