The Wake Up Call with Scotch and Mandy

It’s another round of  Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays!  on  The Wake Up Call , celebrating two April 24 birthdays from very different corners of the music world. Tank brings the clues for one modern country singer known for honest, story‑driven songwriting and another superstar who first captured America’s attention by winning the very first season of  American Idol...

Mandy had a small moment that turned into a big realization — she said  no , clearly and without excuses — and it felt  amazing . In this episode of  The Wake Up Call , the crew talks about the emotional rush that comes with setting boundaries, especially for Midwest people‑pleasers who struggle with disappointing others. Then things get fun with  Boundary Boot Camp...

Ever seen an acronym and nodded like you understood it? Same. Mandy brings the letters, Tank and Scotch bring the opinions. The result is fake definitions, real reactions, and proof that confidence matters more than correctness. Play along and see how wrong you are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s another round of  Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays!  on  The Wake Up Call , celebrating two April 23 birthdays that made their mark in very different ways. Tank brings the clues for one larger‑than‑life entertainer who rose to fame in the early 2000s before becoming a movie and TV favorite, along with a comedian whose hit sitcom and stand‑up career made him a household name....

The Wake Up Call crew breaks down this week’s biggest country music headlines — from new songs and tour news to milestone moments — then turns it all into a boot‑scootin’ Country Hoedown. Fresh country news, Froggy energy, every week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wine Wednesday is back on The Wake Up Call with Hailey Sundet from Republic National Distributing, sponsored by Bottle Barn Liquors with two Fargo locations. This week’s tasting features two well-known, crowd‑pleasing wines with very different styles: Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles) – bold, smooth, and classic California Cabernet with rich dark fruit and an easy-drinkin...

It’s another round of  Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays!  on  The Wake Up Call , celebrating two April 22 birthdays that span generations of entertainment. Tank brings the clues for one of the most recognizable movie stars of all time, known for unforgettable roles in classic films, along with a modern television favorite who’s become a fan favorite across multiple long‑run...

Somewhere between tired and fed up. The Wake Up Call asked listeners: what’s something everyone seems to love… that you’re officially over? From nonstop group texts and QR‑code menus to streaming overload and endless notifications, it turns out we’re all quietly done with the same things. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After becoming a parent, Mandy started experiencing sudden, unwanted flashes of scary “what if” moments involving her kids — thoughts she never had before. In this episode of  The Wake Up Call , the crew talks honestly about why our brains do this, why it’s incredibly common for parents, and what those intrusive thoughts actually mean. With reassurance, perspective, an...

It’s another round of  Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays!  on  The Wake Up Call , celebrating two April 21 birthdays that helped define television and movies for an entire generation. Tank brings the clues for one actor who became a household name during the golden age of sitcoms and another star known for unforgettable roles in some of the most beloved romantic comedies of all ti...

The Shrine Circus rolled into the FargoDome — and Monday morning belonged to the workers who had to clean it up.  We’re doing a full Letterman‑style  Top 5 Comments You Hear From FargoDome Workers the Monday After a Circus , from mystery liquids and lingering smells to the kind of resignation only event staff understands. It’s one part circus, one part comedy, and one p...

Mondays don’t stand a chance when the jokes come out. This week’s Make Us Laugh Monday features elves learning the elf‑abet, lawyers wearing lawsuits, polar bears banking snowbanks, and cows reading cattle‑logs. The laughs keep coming with listener jokes that deliver classic groans and big smiles. A full dose of dad‑joke energy from The Wake Up Call. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

It’s another round of  Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays!  on  The Wake Up Call , celebrating two April 20 birthdays that defined different corners of pop culture. Tank brings the clues for a ’90s icon who became a household name through television and parody films, along with a familiar face who’s spent decades leading some of TV’s most popular crime dramas. Sco...

Wine Wednesday is back on The Wake Up Call with Hailey Sundet from Republic National Distributing, proudly sponsored by Bottle Barn Liquors , with two convenient Fargo locations. This week, the crew samples two very different wines and lets Hailey make the call: Decoy Featherweight Pinot Noir – a lighter, lower-alcohol red that doesn’t sacrifice flavor, perfect for easy sipping and wee...

North Dakota had its turn—now it’s Minnesota’s spotlight.  On this episode of the  Wake Up Call with Scotch, Tank & Mandy  on  Froggy 99.9 , the crew plays  Minnesota Myth or Fact , putting the Land of 10,000 Lakes to the test. From underground caves and hockey pride to extreme cold and Spam surprises, can you tell what’s real and what’s j...

A simple thrift store find turned into an emotional standoff. Mandy shares how a $45 toy, eager kids, and a hovering shopper created instant pressure — and sparked a bigger question:  are emotional decisions always bad, or can they sometimes be good? The Wake Up Call puts emotional spending on trial, breaking down real‑life scenarios to decide which choices are emotional but justified&h...

Weekend naps took an unexpected turn when Mandy’s three‑year‑old, Ophelia, pulled off a full crib escape — pushing blankets, climbing rails, and calmly joining her brother in the living room like nothing happened. What starts as a funny moment quickly turns into a real parent dilemma: when your toddler can climb out of the crib, what’s your next move? The Wake Up Call opens the c...

We’re told to be more productive, more social, and more “on” — even on the weekends. But is taking a full day to do absolutely nothing lazy… or actually necessary? Scotch kicks off a conversation about guilt‑free lazy days, burnout, and why checking out might be the reset we all need. The crew breaks down the pros and cons of a true do‑nothing day, then dives into li...

There are no right answers — only  bad ones . The Wake Up Call crew tackles your favorite “Would You Rather” scenarios, complete with heated arguments, unexpected logic, and answers no one can take back. Play along, scream your choice out loud, and see who you agree (or strongly disagree) with. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Friday Food Fight on  The Wake Up Call , and this week the debate is all about the  best fast‑food dessert . From Dairy Queen Blizzards and Culver’s Concrete Mixers to Wendy’s Frostys and McFlurrys, the crew weighs in while listeners from Fargo‑Moorhead and beyond light up the text line with strong opinions. Sweet takes, Midwest loyalty, and zero consensus —...

In this  Man! I Feel Like a Woman  podcast segment, Mandy brings the real definitions, and Scotch and Tank once again prove they have no idea what women are talking about. This week, the guys try to explain: What it really means  when a girl cuts her hair short What she’s saying when she says  “I love that for you” Niacinamide Grain of rice length Skin lifting...

It’s another round of  Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays!  on  The Wake Up Call , featuring three April 17 birthdays that span movies, television, and pop‑culture nostalgia. Tank brings the clues for an actress who became a favorite of early‑2000s movies and TV, a dramatic actor known for unforgettable roles in legendary franchises, and a global pop icon who helped define the musi...

There’s one person in every office with a candy dish… and somehow everyone knows exactly how often they’re allowed to visit it. Tank admits he may be overthinking a coworker’s candy bowl, which leads The Wake Up Call into a surprisingly intense discussion about office etiquette, unspoken rules, and whether you’re ever supposed to replace the candy you didn’t pa...

Mandy breaks down the reality of living with two kids at very different ages, while Scotch and Tank push her through a rapid‑fire round of honest parenting questions. Equal parts chaos, humor, and truth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s another round of  Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays!  on  The Wake Up Call , and this time the spotlight is on two April 16 birthdays that helped shape sitcoms and comedy as we know it. Tank delivers the clues for one actor who transitioned from classic ’80s movies to a long‑running TV role, and another entertainer who went from stand‑up comedy to a hit sitcom and block...