Drivetime with DeRusha

Jason is joined by Kate Raddatz for the monthly "Radd Report" here on Drivetime. This month they talk about Jason's beard and his babyface. Then, is it tougher to make friends in Minnesota? And finally, should men always pick up the check? What does Kate think? Take a listen.

Monday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about Friday's shooting outside an Eden Prairie football game and how we try to stop these things before they happen with Muhammad Abdul-Ahad from T.O.U.C.H. Outreach. Then he talks with listeners about Democratic candidates passing on the KSTP TV debates - do debates actually change anyone's minds anymore?

Jason talks about the regular KSTP debates and the fact that none of the DFL candidates participated. Do debates still move the needle, or have people already made up their minds?

Jason talks about the shooting outside of Friday night's football game in Eden Prairie. How do we prevent this kind of violence before it happens? He's joined by Muhammed Abdul-Ahad, the CEO of T.O.U.C.H. Outreach about their efforts to do just that.

We're diving into the 1995 murder of Collen Slemmer and the botched execution of her convicted murderer, a story that’s been making headlines. 50-year-old Christa Pike still remained alive but in critical condition Friday, days after her scheduled execution on September 30. Featuring audio from Scoot out of WWL in New Orleans, The Dave Glover Show out of KMOX in St. Louis, the Dana & Parks Show ou...

This week, we’ll listen to the latest developments in the case of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of strangling her three young children to death. Last month, her murder trial ended in a mistrial, and its still unclear whether a new trial will be held. We also have quick crime updates from across the country. Featuring audio from WWJ Newsradio in Detroit, KYW Newsradio in Philadelph...

We’re going to hear about a man who started his plan to bike around the world after a decades-long career in academia. And, we’ll listen in to a discussion about the final nail in the coffin of U.S. penny. Featuring audio from the Dave Glover Show out of KMOX in St. Louis, the Dana & Parks Show out of KMBZ in Kansas City.

Get your cheese hats and big fingers out, maybe even paint your stomach – because this week, we’re going to hear not just one but two interviews about rowdy sports fans. The first is about a museum for all things Philly fandom related. We’ll head further east for the second about a documentary covering Buffalo Bills fans. Featuring audio from the Other Side of the news from Mike Rogers at KRLD 108...

This week, we’ll listen to the latest developments in the case of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of strangling her three young children to death. Last month, her murder trial ended in a mistrial, and its still unclear whether a new trial will be held. We’ll also dive into the 1995 murder of Collen Slemmer and the botched execution of her convicted murderer, a story that’s been maki...

Get your cheese hats and big fingers out, maybe even paint your stomach – because this week, we’re going to hear not just one but two interviews about rowdy sports fans. The first is about a museum for all things Philly fandom related. We’ll head further east for the second about a documentary covering Buffalo Bills fans. Then, we’re going to hear about a man who started his plan to bike around th...

On Friday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Today marks 30 years for Susie Jones, and on Chad's show she made it clear which former coworkers she didn't care for. Jason wants to know who's your most annoying coworker. Then, with a Minneapolis Church trying to address the loneliness epidemic, Jason wants to know if YOU are lonely? 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another competitive edition of his game sh...

Friday 5pm Hour: Jason talks with our Gen Z movie correspondent Charlie Oakes about the Avengers: Endgame re-release and Tom Cruise's latest film "DIGGER". Then with the Twin Cities Marathon coming this weekend, Jason wants to know what's the hardest thing you've ever done?

With the Twin Cities Marathon happening this weekend, Jason wants to know what's the hardest thing you've ever done?

Jason is joined by our Gen Z Movie Correspondent, Charlie Oakes. He talks about the Avengers: Endgame re-release - was it worth the money? And coming this weekend is Tom Cruise's latest effort - DIGGER. Should you see it?

Friday 4pm Hour: Jason hosts another competitive edition of his game show - CARD DESHARKS - where contestants compete for a $50 gift card from Jester Concepts Restaurants. Then he talks with Emily Leiker from the Star Tribune about Justin Jefferson's balky ankle and how the Vikings offense will respond without him this week.

Jason is joined by Emily Leiker from the Star Tribune to talk about the Vikings match-up this weekend with the Miami Dolphins. How does the offense adapt without Justin Jefferson? That and more with Emily.

Jason hosts another exciting edition of his game show. Take a listen as Jack and Cheryl battle it out for a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts Restaurants like Parler, PS Steak and more. It's CARD DESHARKS!

Friday 3pm Hour: Today marks 30 years for Susie Jones, and on Chad's show she made it clear which former coworkers she didn't care for. Jason wants to know who's your most annoying coworker. Then, with a Minneapolis Church trying to address the loneliness epidemic, Jason wants to know if YOU are lonely?

A Minneapolis Church is trying to address the loneliness epidemic by turning a chapel into a taproom, and the story has made national news. Jason shares some details and asks listeners, "are you lonely?"

Today marks 30 years at WCCO for Susie Jones. When she was on with Chad talking about that time, she listed some coworkers she was NOT fond of. So Jason wants to know who's YOUR most annoying coworker?

On Thursday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about the release of a redacted copy of the full report on Mayor Her's behavior re: the police chief. Jason still thinks she should step down - has your mind changed? Then is getting to McDonald's before they start serving breakfast an excuse to speed? What's your best speeding excuse? 4pm Hour: Jason's joined by attorney Joe Tamburino...

Thursday 5pm Hour: Jason talks to Rep. Lisa Demuth about her public safety plan as she runs for governor. Then he's joined by Amanda Brinkman to talk about her upcoming series called "Pursuit of Happiness" - how do we define an iconic line from the Declaration in the 21st century?

Jason talks with storyteller Amanda Brinkman about her new 3-part series "Pursuit of Happiness" which debuts on MN PBS on Monday. What did the framers mean by that phrase and how do we define it today?

Jason talks with GOP candidate for MN governor, Rep. Lisa Demuth, who unveiled her campaigns plan for public safety in Minnesota earlier today.

Thursday 4pm Hour: Jason's joined by attorney Joe Tamburino to talk about the family of Renee Good - who was shot and killed by an ICE agent - filing a lawsuit against the federal government. Do they have a case? That and other legal matters with Joe. Then on DeRusha Eats, Kamal Mohammed talks about Gallant Tiger, a MN twist on the PB&J.