Drivetime with DeRusha

Thursday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about a NY Times story that points out the things young adults can't afford that their parents could, and the factors that play into it. Do listeners agree? Then he talks with Democratic strategist Abou Amara about last night's debate between Amy Klobuchar and Lisa Demuth. Did it change the race?

Jason talks with Democratic strategist Abou Amara about last night's debate between Lisa Demuth and Amy Klobuchar. Did it move the needle or change the nature of the race at all?

Jason talks with listeners about affordability - an important topic in this year's election. A NY Times story talks about the things that young adults can't afford today that their parents could - and the various factors that play into it. What do you think?

On Wednesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason talks about a St. Thomas student who went viral for telling a protester to "go back to your country" and how she's now apologized and withdrawn from school. Massive overreaction? Then he's joined by friend-of-the-show Tracy Perlman to talk about Halloween costumes - (has "sexy" jumped the shark?" - and People Magazine losing their mind with...

Wednesday 5pm Hour: Jason talks about a friend who's big into... carpet cleaning? What are your biggest obsessions? Then it's time to vent as we share what's grinding our gears this week on... ENOUGH!!!

It's time to vent your spleens! What have you had ENOUGH of this week?! Jason and listeners share what's grinding their gears on ENOUGH!!!

Wednesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with Sarah Todd, Wolves beat writer for the Star Tribune, as they open their season tonight in Miami - what's she watching for? Then he talks with Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan who reacts to a WSJ story questioning her academic credentials, and what's the first thing she'll do if elected to the Senate.

Jason talks to Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, DFL candidate for US Senate, about a WSJ story that dropped today questioning the veracity of her academic credentials. Plus, why she thinks Michele Tafoya will be a rubber stamp for the President and what's the first thing she'd push for in the Senate.

Jason talks to the Timberwolves beat writer for the Star Tribune, Sarah Todd, as the Wolves are in Miami to open their season against the Heat. What is she watching for? Take a listen!

Wednesday 3pm Hour: Jason talks about a St. Thomas student who went viral for telling a protester to "go back to your country" and how she's now apologized and withdrawn from school. Massive overreaction? Then he's joined by friend-of-the-show Tracy Perlman to talk about Halloween costumes - (has "sexy" jumped the shark?" - and People Magazine losing their mind with the "Sexiest X Alive" categorie...

Jason is joined by our friend Tracy Perlman for her weekly dose of wisdom. This week - are you ready for Halloween? Have "sexy" costumes jumped the shark? Do you ever play: is that a costume, or just how they dress? Then, has People magazine gone crazy with the "Sexiest X Alive" categories?

The St. Thomas nursing student who went viral over the weekend for telling a Russian-born protester to "go back to your country, b^^^h" has issued an apology and withdrawn from school. Jason thinks the viral outrage is WAY over the top and that driving this woman out of college is nothing to be proud of.

On Tuesday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason talks with Edina Police Chief Todd Milburn about the 40-agency task force put together to try and combat recent violence from Somali gangs. What does he hope the coordination can accomplish? Then Jason talks with comedian and late night writer Paul Mecurio about living life "on stage" as he prepares to come to Minnesota this weekend. 4pm Hour:...

Tuesday 5pm Hour: Jason talks with Prof. Amy Sweasy from the MN Law School, a former prosecutor, about what messed up the prosecution of Cornell students accused of sexual assault and how MN has addressed the loophole. Then - 7 out of 10 Americans say they don't think President Trump will accept the election results - will you? And finally Jason has the top pet names of 2026 - what's your favorite...

Jason's got a list of the top pet names for 2026. Is your pet on it? What's your favorite pet name?

Jason talks with Prof. Amy Sweasy from the U of M Law School about the loophole that made it difficult for NY prosecutors to charge the Cornell students involved in an alleged sexual assault, and how MN has addressed the issue.

Tuesday 4pm Hour: Jason talks with State Sen. Zaynab Mohamed about her work to gather Somali-American law enforcement officers and community members to talk about trying to intervene and stop gang violence. Then on today's DeRusha Eats, he talks with Drew MacPhail about bringing "Drew's Popcorn" to Target Center as the Timberwolves season gets underway.

On today's DeRusha Eats, Jason talks with local entrepreneur Drew MacPhail about expanding his fresh popcorn business into Target Center as the Timberwolves season gets underway.

Jason talks with State Sen. Zaynab Mohamed who recently brought together local Somali-American law enforcement officers along with other members of the community to talk about ways they can address recent gang violence.

Tuesday 3pm Hour: Jason talks with Edina Police Chief Todd Milburn about the 40-agency task force put together to try and combat recent violence from Somali gangs. What does he hope the coordination can accomplish? Then Jason talks with comedian and late night writer Paul Mecurio about living life "on stage" as he prepares to come to Minnesota this weekend.

Jason talks to comic and late night writer Paul Mecurio about living his life on stage as he prepares to come to the House of Comedy at the Mall of America this weekend.

Jason talks with Todd Milburn, Chief of Edina Police, which is one of 40 agencies who've joined together to share information in order to combat a recent slate of violence connected to Somali gangs. What does he hope the coordination will be able to accomplish and how can the community help?

On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason reacts to today's news of Minneapolis holding a "pop-up" voting site. He thinks early voting isn't really necessary, but this is just silly. Then he talks with Jane Prince, a former St. Paul City Council Member, about the lawsuit between the St. Paul Police Chief and Mayor and her thoughts on how the situation could be resolved. 4pm Hour: Jason...

Monday 5pm Hour: Jason talks about this morning's Governor's forum with Amy Klobuchar and Lisa Demuth - should full-on debates be mandatory? Then Dave Schwartz talks about a crazy college football weekend, the Wild, six years since Sid's passing and... popcorn?

Jason is joined on Monday's by Dave Schwartz to talk about the weekend in sports. No Vikings or Gophers, but it was still a wild weekend for football. Speaking of the Wild, Kirill is thriving as the Wild are undefeated at home. Plus... how do you like your popcorn! That and more with Dave.