Drivetime with DeRusha

For the second week in a row, the story of Christa Pike – a woman who survived her botched execution in Tennessee – has been making headlines. New information has been revealed about why the attempted lethal injection failed, and how she woke up after being put on a ventilator. We’ll listen to discussion about the case from multiple angles, multiple stations and multiple experts. We'll also hear n...

The Vance Boelter case in Minnesota made headlines this month due to a gag order that was lifted. He is the man who was found guilty of killing Democratic state rep Melissa Hortman and her husband and shooting Democratic state senator John Hoffman and his wife. We'll hear updates and analysis to this case and hear about other crimes across the country. Featuring 1010 WINS in New York, KYW Newsradi...

We’re headed to a remote island where a new search for Amelia Earhart’s plane is kicking off. And… has anyone ever told you to “go to hell?” Well, it turns out you can actually be the mayor. We’ll tell you how. Featuring audio from WWJ Newsradio in Detroit and the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City.

This week, we’re learning a restaurant rescuer going viral on social media and a not quite as delicious story about an invasion of jumping worms. Featuring audio from the Other Side of the News from Mike Rogers at KRLD 1080 in Dallas and WWJ Newsradio in Detroit.

For the second week in a row, the story of Christa Pike – a woman who survived her botched execution in Tennessee – has been making headlines. New information has been revealed about why the attempted lethal injection failed, and how she woke up after being put on a ventilator. We’ll listen to discussion about the case from multiple angles, multiple stations and multiple experts. Another case maki...

This week, we’re learning about a restaurant rescuer going viral on social media and a not quite as delicious story about an invasion of jumping worms. Then, we’re headed to a remote island where a new search for Amelia Earhart’s plane is kicking off. Finally... has anyone ever told you to “go to hell?” Well, it turns out you can actually be the mayor. We’ll tell you how. Featuring audio from the...

On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey introducing his pick to be the next Chief of MPD - the current interim Chief Bill Peterson. What's your advice for him? Then he's joined by Blois Olson from The Daily Agenda about their latest polling data in the big Minnesota races - are Republicans closing the gap? 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another edition...

Friday 5pm Hour: Jason is joined by our Gen Z movie reviewer, Charlie Oakes, who lets you know if "Social Reckoning" is worth your time. Plus, just how important is it to get the next MPD Chief right? And finally, what luxury would you want in a fancy home?

Jason visited some multi-million dollar homes as part of the Artisan Home Tour. If you had unlimited funds, what "splurge" items would you put in your house? A sport-court? A pool? An observatory? Jason talks with listeners.

Jason's joined by our Gen Z movie reviewer, Charlie Oakes. They talk about "The Social Reckoning" a sequel to "The Social Network" - is it worth your money? Plus, what happened to "Digger" at the box office?! And if you're looking for something to watch at home this weekend, check out Charlie's streaming pick!

Friday 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another edition of his game show. Take a listen as Russell and Scott battle for a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts Restaurants on Card DeSharks! Then he talks with Emily Leikert from the Star Tribune about the Vikings as they head to New Orleans - will injuries mar their perfect record?

Jason talks with Star Tribune beat writer Emily Leikert about this weeks Vikings game in New Orleans. The injury list is a long one. Will it finally put a blemish on the Vikings record? Will it hamper an already tepid offense? That and more with Emily.

Jason hosts another rousing round of his game show - CARD DESHARKS! Take a listen as Russell and Scott battle for a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts Restaurants!

Friday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey introducing his pick to be the next Chief of MPD - the current interim Chief Bill Peterson. What's your advice for him? Then he's joined by Blois Olson from The Daily Agenda about their latest polling data in the big Minnesota races - are Republicans closing the gap?

Blois Olson joins Jason to talk about The Daily Agenda's latest polling numbers on the big races in MN. Are the Republican candidates closing the gap?

Jason talks about Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey introducing his pick to be the next Minneapolis Police Chief, current interim Chief Bill Peterson. It's a huge undertaking, so what's your best advice for him?

On Thursday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: it's too old to donate... nobody on FB Marketplace wanted it... and the garbage hauler wants an arm and a leg to take it away. Help Jason get rid of an old mattress! Then Jason talks with retired FBI Special Agent Rich Kolko about yesterdays terror indictment in MN. How common are 2-year investigations like this? 4pm Hour: Jason talks about video r...

Thursday 5pm Hour: Jason talks about Fall color season. Where do you like to go and do you trust the DNR's map? Then he shares his surprise at learning that 60% of Americans say they like to get the airport early to hang out.

Jason loves to time his trip to the airport to make his plane JUST in time. Apparently he's in the minority. Do you like to get there early, do a little shopping, maybe sit down and eat? 60% of Americans say they do!

Fall in Minnesota offers spectacular views. Some of them have come early thanks to the dry Summer. Jason wants to know where's your favorite spot? Plus he explains why he's dubious of the Fall colors map.

Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason talks about video released last night of Rep. Walter Hudson admitting to carrying a weapon after he'd been drinking. The police gave him a break. Should the public? Then there's speculation that Minneapolis could be in the running for the Nobel Peace Prize? Should we be? Finally Jason's joined by Jen Alexander from Women Who Really Cook to talk about a fundraiser in honor...

Sue Zellickson is a legend of WCCO Radio and the Twin Cities food scene. Jen Alexander from Women Who Really Cook joins Jason to talk about their fundraiser in Sue's honor.

Thursday 3pm Hour: it's too old to donate... nobody on FB Marketplace wanted it... and the garbage hauler wants an arm and a leg to take it away. Help Jason get rid of an old mattress! Then Jason talks with retired FBI Special Agent Rich Kolko about yesterdays terror indictment in MN. How common are 2-year investigations like this?

Jason talks with retired FBI Special Agent Rich Kolko about yesterday's indictment of a Somali teen who allegedly purchased a gun with the intent of attacking the Mall of America. How does a 2-year operation like this work and how common are they?

It's too old to donate... Facebook Marketplace doesn't want it... and the garbage hauler wants too much money to pick it up. How should Jason get rid of an old mattress? What's worked or not worked for you?