Episodes

  • How do you send thoughts and prayers to kids who were shot while praying? Minneapolis school shooting latest from experts, families, survivors, and politicians

    How do you send thoughts and prayers to kids who were shot while praying? Minneapolis school shooting latest from experts, families, survivors, and politicians
    Aug 28 2025
    Hear from kids who got away, a father who ran in alongside first responders, and Minnesota's top political leaders as we grapple with something all-too familiar: a school shooting. Get the latest on the perpetrator, and insight into what -- if anything -- may finally change.
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    44 mins
  • A Legendary Trip and A Bear-able Hunt

    A Legendary Trip and A Bear-able Hunt
    Aug 25 2025
    To begin this week's episode, Rob Drieslein digs into the MN DNR's announcement that walleye limits on Lake Mille Lacs will increase. Then, we hear from the following guests: "Outdoor News" contributor Stan Tekiela is back to recap his recent global adventure...to the Galapagos Islands. MN DNR wildlife research biologist Andrew Tri provides the info you'll need to know when bear hunting season starts on Labor Day (September 1st).
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    36 mins
  • A Busy Time in Minnesota Outdoors Sports

    A Busy Time in Minnesota Outdoors Sports
    Aug 17 2025
    With Game Fair wrapped up for another year and the State Fair around the corner, there's a lot for Rob Drieslein to dig into. To help him out, he welcomes Meateater.com contributor Tony Peterson back on the show to preview what hunters and anglers should expect during the Fall 2025 season across the state.
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    36 mins
  • The art of the deal? Trump's meeting with Putin and analysts say the president's power is in this one word

    The art of the deal? Trump's meeting with Putin and analysts say the president's power is in this one word
    Aug 14 2025
    Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are meeting today in Alaska to talk about the possibility of peace in Russia's war against Ukraine. One analyst says the word 'no' is Trump's most powerful weapon ... But will he use it? Also, CBS' Major Garrett has tips on what to watch for in the meeting.
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    38 mins
  • Trump orders federal takeover of D.C.: Are other cities next?

    Trump orders federal takeover of D.C.: Are other cities next?
    Aug 14 2025
    Here are the facts, darn facts and opinions about President Donald Trump ordering the National Guard into Washington D.C., a move some believe underscores his totalitarian tendencies and others believe is a much-needed security measure for a key place in America.
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    35 mins
  • No Need to Duck and Cover

    No Need to Duck and Cover
    Aug 11 2025
    At the beginning of this episode, Rob Drieslein digs into how deer management is going across the state. Then, he turns the program over to ducks, with help from the following guests: MN DNR migratory game bird consultant Nate Huck discusses topics surrounding various types of the bird species, including Blue-winged teals and mallards. Scott Anderson, Director of Non-Traditional Fundraising & Promotions at Ducks Unlimited, chats about how conditions are for the birds in Northern Minnesota. Also, we hear about the organization's annual National Trip Auction.
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    36 mins
  • Topics that Fly High in the Upper Midwest

    Topics that Fly High in the Upper Midwest
    Aug 4 2025
    To kick off this week's episode, Rob Drieslein looks ahead to a new MN DNR rule removing the "B" deer hunting seasons from the annual calendar. Then, he turns the show over to bird chatter and the following guests: MN DNR researcher Charlotte Roy details the organization's recent studies on Ruffed Grouse in northern parts of the state. WI DNR researcher Amy Shipley explains her recent study on how geese and swans are affecting wild rice that's grown in the area.
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    36 mins
  • Outdoors Talk From State-Bound to Nationwide

    Outdoors Talk From State-Bound to Nationwide
    Jul 27 2025
    On this week's episode, Rob Drieslein opens up by answering why there are discussions for permits to kill some Common merganser ducks on a couple state lakes. Afterwards, he chats with the following guests: MN DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen is back for the second part of her two-week interview. This time around, she chats about the Get Out initiative, funding for the agency, the impacts of crossbow hunting, and more. Outdoor News VP of Sales & Marketing Josh Ahlberg provides a recap of the 2025 ICAST fishing trade show.
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    36 mins