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Today, we're taking you back to Halloween weekend in 1991, when what started as an ordinary fall forecast turned into one of the most unforgettable weather events in state history. The Halloween Blizzard of '91 wasn't just a snowstorm—it was a record-breaking, life-disrupting event that buried communities under mountains of snow, stranded travelers, knocked out power, and forever changed the way M...

Minnesota has a dark secret... Long before the Twin Cities became known for lakes, hot dish, and friendly neighbors, organized crime was quietly building an empire. On this episode of the Hot Dish Podcast, we're joined by historian David Shelby to uncover the shocking history of the Minnesota Mob. From Prohibition-era bootlegging to notorious crime families, political corruption, and stories t...

In this episode, we're taking a bite out of one of Minnesota's most iconic foods: the Juicy Lucy. What started as a simple cheeseburger with a surprise melted-cheese center has become a source of state pride, friendly competition, and plenty of debate. We'll explore the origins of the Juicy Lucy, the legendary rivalry over who created it first, why locals are so passionate about it, an...

Is the historic St. James Hotel in Red Wing, Minnesota really haunted? Or are the stories simply part of the rich folklore that surrounds one of Minnesota's most iconic river towns? In this episode of The Hot Dish Podcast, we travel along the mighty Mississippi River to uncover the legends, ghost stories, and mysterious encounters connected to the historic St. James Hotel. From reports of unex...

Welcome to  Season 2 of The Hot Dish Podcast ! Erin and Britt are back and kicking things off with a deep dive into one of the most iconic (and chaotic) parts of Minnesota. On this episode the duo dives into SNIPE HUNTING with a very special expert guest.

Welcome to Season 2 of The Hot Dish Podcast ! Erin and Britt are back and kicking things off with a deep dive into one of the most iconic (and chaotic) parts of 90s Minnesota childhood: indoor playgrounds. In this episode, the hosts: Revisit the rise and fall of Discovery Zone and similar indoor play places Share personal memories of indoor play places Explore why indoor playgrounds became so popu...

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about The Minnesota Goodbye.  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Nickle Dickle Day with Aubrey.  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about IOWA FIGHTS BACK with Amanda.  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Minnesota: Hallmark Movie or Hostage Situation? with Austin Bowling.  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Swiss Neutrality with Kris Hedin.   If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Target: the Casinos of Minnesota . Thanks for being with us Brianne Pock!  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about  THE MALL OF AMERICA. Thanks for being with us Emily Westcot!  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about  NATURE in MINNESOTA.. Thanks for being with us Annah Scherman!  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about the Luck of the Pot.. Thanks for being with us Matt Barrick!  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about cookies that are better than your moms... There can only be one place! Thanks for being with us Molly Dose!  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Duck, Duck, Gray Duck! Thanks for being with us Ben Browne!  If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about The Defeat of Jesse James in Northfield, Minnesota! Thanks for being with us David Shelby. If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Yeah, No, Yeah with Emma Shonley. If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Minnesota Bonfires with Austin Bowling. If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about why "the 4th" is the Christmas of July. If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Outdoor Hockey Culture. If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Check out our new Merch store Sign up for email notifications

*DISCLAIMER* It's only our 2nd episode, and we had some technical difficulties. The audio isn't 100%, but this episode is so good we just HAD to upload it as is. Hope you enjoy it!  You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about why Minnesotians are always talking abo...

You're listening to The Hot Dish Podcast with Erin and Britt!—your go-to spot for all things Minnesota… served up hot and fresh in 10 minutes or less!  Today we are talking about Wednesday at 1:00pm. If you know, you know. Let's Dish! Sign up for email notifications Get your own NOAA Weather Radio