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The Go Gopher Podcast with Mike Grimm - Episode #202 features a visit with Gopher forward Jaylen Crocker-Johnson, who has helped Minnesota basketball win four of its last five games as the team resumes Big Ten play this weekend.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)   Sponsored by: (https://www.sunbeltminnesota.com/ & https://www.tnma.com), OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/), & Cub Foods (www.cubfoods.com)

Alec Lewis, who writes about the Vikings for The Athletic, hosts The Alec Lewis Show. This episode features conversation about Brian Flores’s, what replacing him would look like, other coaching candidates who make sense on Vikings’ staff, running back of the future, Aaron Jones, Jeremiyah Love, 2026 QB options, how to think about future at QB. 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/    Sponsored By: UNRL (unrl.com (http://unrl.com/)) — NFL collection: https://www.unrl.com/pages/unrl-x-nfl    Sponsorship inquiries: aleclewis54@gmail.com 

This week, we recap some of the great fishing adventures of 2025 and look forward to some new ones ahead. Tony also teases out the upcoming episode where he and son Robbie explore a new lake for giant bluegills. Happy New Year, everyone!    Presented by: Strike Master (rapala.com/us_en/strikemaster) & 13 Fishing (rapala.com/us_en/13-fishing), FishUSA (fishusa.com/), On-X Fish (onxmaps.com/fish), Runnings (runnings.com/), L&M Fleet Supply & Dewalt (landmsupply.com/), Ski-Doo (ski-doo.brp.com/), MN DNR Ice Safety (dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html)

This week on the show, we focus on where we have been and where we are going. The Minnesota Wild are legit and might be a wagon - we dive into that today. Plus, we tackle the excitement of the World Juniors Tournament and give you some players to focus on.    Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/), OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/), & StretchLab (stretchlab.com/)

Dawn Mitchell talks with Minnesota hockey legend Natalie Darwitz on the Hall of Fame and women's sports.   Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/), Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), & Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/)

When one door closes, another opens. Minnesota Bound makes a big move from KARE 11 to KSTP and KSTC.  Both stations are part of the Hubbard Broadcasting family. Sherck and Tadych talk about the importance of the move and the BRIGHT future of Minnesota Bound.   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (helloND.com/), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), Ebels Voyageur Houseboats (ebels.com/), Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/), & Disabled American Veterans of Minnesota (https://davmn.org/)

Mark and Jim analyze the Vikings, Wild, Wolves and Twins.    Sponsored by: Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/), & StretchLab (stretchlab.com/)

Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond on McCarthy, Brosmer and what the last two games mean.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com/)   Supported by White Bear Lake Superstore Buick GMC (www.WhiteBearLakeSuperstore.com) Golf Club Hospital (www.Golfclubhospital.com)  Continental Diamond (www.continentaldiamond.com)

Roy Smalley, LaVelle Neal & Jim Souhan tell their favorite baseball stories, about the Twins and the game itself. From Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (www.mnmasoniccharities.org/), onX MAPS!(www.onxmaps.com/)  and Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/)

Alec Lewis, who writes about the Vikings for The Athletic, hosts The Alec Lewis Show. This episode features conversation about J.J. McCarthy’s hand injury, how it happened, when it happened, what the Vikings and Kevin O’Connell said about it, what it means for the Vikings’ QB future, Brian Flores’s future, Vikings young players stepping up, the offseason questions 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/    Sponsored By: UNRL (unrl.com (http://unrl.com/)) — NFL collection: https://www.unrl.com/pages/unrl-x-nfl    Sponsorship inquiries: aleclewis54@gmail.com 

This week's podcast, we peel back the curtain on our Mille Lacs episode dropping this weekend. In addition, we have some of the hottest fishing reports from across the ice belt. If you are making holiday fishing plans, tune in for the latest information from the experts. Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas from all of us at Dialed In Angling!   Presented by: Strike Master (rapala.com/us_en/strikemaster) & 13 Fishing (rapala.com/us_en/13-fishing), FishUSA (fishusa.com/), On-X Fish (onxmaps.com/fish), Runnings (runnings.com/), L&M Fleet Supply & Dewalt (landmsupply.com/), Ski-Doo (ski-doo.brp.com/), MN DNR Ice Safety (dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html)    

In a fun Worst Seats in the House @talknorthpod, @russohockey and @anthonylapanta talk about the powerhouse Avs, the #mnwild’s schedule, Hughes-Faber, Tarasenko, Boldy, plus the potential USA Olympic hockey roster.   from Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria  OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/) Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/) 

Of course he can and he has - Scott Sandelin is one of the great coaches in the college game today. A three-time National Champion with the UMD Bulldogs and a terrific hockey mind. We talk weekend hockey road trips, Duluth hospitality and so much more.    Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/), OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (lexusofwayzata.com/), Lexus of Maplewood (lexusofmaplewood.com/), & StretchLab (stretchlab.com/)

It’s a “Hank Hunt” podcast!  We talk to the hunters from “Hank Hunt” #5- Fathers, Daughters and Sons share stories from the hunt- laughs, first birds, great shots, and of course our dogs, along with making unforgettable memories made- all because of a dog, a dog named Hank!   Presented by: Walton’s (waltons.com/) OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (alumaklm.com) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://alnk.to/74wKReb) Hunt Huron (HuntHuronsd.com), Federal Premium Ammunition (federalpremium.com/) Hunt North Dakota (helloND.com/) Lucky Duck Premium Decoys (luckyduck.com/) & Samaritan Tire (samaritantire.com/)

After the Wolves’ biggest W of the year, Chris Finch talks about his ejection and Bones Hyland on his fit. Live at HeadFlyer Brewing.    From Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com/)   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 Go Gopher Podcast with Mike Grimm - Episode #201 features an in-depth scouting report on the Gopher football bowl game opponent, New Mexico, from the Gopher Guru Daniel House   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)   Sponsored by: (https://www.sunbeltminnesota.com/ & https://www.tnma.com), OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/), & Cub Foods (www.cubfoods.com)

Dr. Elena West, who specializes in Avian ecology and behavior, chats with Laura about the vanishing world of the Red-headed Woodpecker — once one of America’s most unmistakable birds, now one of its rarest. Dr. West and her team are researching ways to help this beautiful species flourish right here in MN.     Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), North Dakota Tourism (helloND.com/), Pleasureland RV (pleasurelandrv.com/), Ebels Voyageur Houseboats (ebels.com/), Sitka Gear (sitkagear.com/), & Disabled American Veterans of Minnesota (https://davmn.org/)

Roy Smalley, LaVelle Neal and Souhan on the Pohlad news, minority owners, Josh Bell and the future. From Aquarius Home Services Studio (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (www.mnmasoniccharities.org/), onX MAPS!(www.onxmaps.com/)  and Clamshell Beach Resort (www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/)

Michael Russo, who covers the Minnesota Wild and NHL for The Athletic, joins the Alec Lewis Show. This episode features a Vikings-Giants primer with perspective on how Sunday’s game might go. Lewis discusses what he saw on tape from Jaxson Dart, Mike Kafka’s offense, the Giants’ run game with Tyrone Tracy Jr., Dexter Lawrence and more. Then Lewis talks Minnesota Wild recent buzz after the Quinn Hughes trade with his colleague, Russo. 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/    Sponsored By: UNRL (unrl.com (http://unrl.com/)) — NFL collection: https://www.unrl.com/pages/unrl-x-nfl    Sponsorship inquiries: aleclewis54@gmail.com 

This week on the DIA Podcast, we dive deep into the concept of “sharp shooting” on ice. Tony is joined by friend Remington Moren to recap the upcoming episode. We share the key points to sharp shooting efficiency, the how, the where, and the when! We also have great fishing reports from across the Midwest.   Presented by: Strike Master (rapala.com/us_en/strikemaster) & 13 Fishing (rapala.com/us_en/13-fishing), FishUSA (fishusa.com/), On-X Fish (onxmaps.com/fish), Runnings (runnings.com/), L&M Fleet Supply & Dewalt (landmsupply.com/), Ski-Doo (ski-doo.brp.com/), MN DNR Ice Safety (dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html)