Today on the show we visit with long time sports anchor at KARE11, Dave Schwartz. From New York to Bemidji to Louisiana and back to the Twin Cities, our Schwartzy has seen it all. Dave has covered multiple Olympic Games and now works for the Minnesota Wild. Lots of fun sports chatter today on Wooden Sticks. Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (ht…

Tony is joined by friend and guide Nick Cekalla. The two record the podcast while perch fishing on Mille lacs. They discuss everything from needing auger extensions to last chance opportunities for 2025 MN walleye ice season, best bite still going, and finding fish shallow during the coldest time of year. We even hook into a bonus smallmouth while …

Stan Tekiela, renowned wildlife photographer, naturalist, and author chats with Laura about his 40+ years of adventures capturing stunning images of animals and nature. Plus, tips for aspiring Wildlife photographers. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) …

LaVelle Neal, Roy Smalley and Souhan on the Twins' key positional battles, France, and the pitching staff. From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) & Chu Vision Institute (https://www.chuvision.com/) onX FISH!(https://www.onxmaps.com/fish) Gigli THC Beverage…

Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond on how the Vikings should use the franchise tag and address the QB position. Plus Aaron Jones and the new RB model. From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Supported by White Bear Lake Superstore Buick GMC (http://www.WhiteBearLakeSuperstore.com)MN Masonic CharitiesNatreum…

Marilyn Vetter, Bob St. Pierre, & Ron Leathers of Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever join us for an in-depth “State of the Union” habitat conversation. We discuss the health of the organization, conservation partnerships and what they mean for wildlife, internal strengths and opportunities, members are growing, Federal Farm Bill & DC happenings, hab…

MSHSL guru John Millea on two generations of officials working together, big coaching news, theater, skiing and this week's MVT From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Thanks to Pizza Barn in Princeton, MN (https://www.PizzaBarnPrinceton.com)Talk North Podcast Network

O-line? Running back? Running QB? Vikings head into offseason with blueprint. 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 (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (https://www.twillmn.com/), Chu Vision Insti…

Jon Krawczynski on the sale, what it means, what's next and when the injured players will return. From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://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 (https://www.chuvision.com/) Princeton’s L…

MN author Todd Smith of "Hockey Strong" & "Jessie Diggins - Brave Enough" tells the incredible personal stories behind his books. A journey from a root canal between periods to the pain cave! Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) & Natreum (https://www.natreum.com/)Talk North Podcast Network

The Go Gopher Podcast with Mike Grimm - Episode #158 features a visit with brand new U of M baseball coach Ty McDevitt, who embarks on his first season at the helm this weekend in Houston From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Sponsored by: (https://www.sunbeltminnesota.com/ & https://www.tnma.com), Affinity Plus Fed…

Will Brock Faber and Matt Boldy help Team USA claim gold at 4 Nations? Or are we underselling JEEk, Jonas Brodin and Filip Gustavsson with Team Sweden? And let’s be honest – how do we feel about the potential of injuries during this break?... Plus, Jessi Pierce and Kirsten Krull talk hockey romance novels, Connor Bedard vs. Biz and more. As always,…

Bill Sherck checks in after a big trip to Lund Boat's manufacturing plant. He's also getting ready to head to the woods for a couple of days off the grid in winter camp! Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/saf…

Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan on O'Connell's honor and surprising words, Allen's induction and the Super Bowl. 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 (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (https://w…

The Go Gopher Podcast with Mike Grimm - Episode #157 features Gopher football linebacker coach Mariano Sori-Marin, who was just promoted within the coaching staff and is always a fun guest to talk football From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Sponsored by: (https://www.sunbeltminnesota.com/ & https://www.tnma.com),…

Jon Krawczynski on Wolves pondering trade for Durant, state of team, crazy moves around NBA. From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://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 (https://www.chuvision.com/) Princeton’s Liquor…

Today on the show we offer up a dual threat. The Head Coach of the Northfield Raiders boy’s hockey team and head Golf Professional at The Meadows at Mystic Lake, Mr. Mike Luckraft. Lucky as he is affectionately called by all that know him was an All-State Defenseman and State Champion at Burnsville. We dive deep into the history of the High School …