This week, Tony explains why this is one of his favorite times to fish. He shares memories of his past and how MEA weekends helped him grow into the angler he is today. In addition, he shares in-depth jigging strategies for walleyes, perch and giant pike. Peak fall fishing is here; this is a short window that won’t last long…we break down how you can make the most of your time on the water.

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Today on the show, a special treat with analytics guru and EBUG for the Minnesota Wild, Peter Thome. Pete played D1 hockey at both North Dakota and St. Thomas. His hockey journey was far from typical and well worth your time.

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Jaime Rockney, known as "Chick of the Woods", joins the podcast to share her passion for mushroom foraging. We chat about her latest adventure foraging abroad, the "Forest Fair" foraging event coming up, as well as her favorite fall foraging tips.

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LaVelle Neal & Jim Souhan on small-market successes, the Twins' chances, new pitching coach & admiring Pat Murphy

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Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond on the Vikings' status, issues and future, and what moves they might make at receiver.

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In front of a packed house at Elsie’s, Russo and LaPanta discuss hot mics, TV distribution, the Wild’s start, injuries, Rieger Lorenz and Anthony’s favorite restaurants. Next live show: Nov. 16 at 7 pm at Splitrocks.

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Ryan Sparks from Quail Forever joins the show to break down America’s 2026 Quail hunting forecast and help you find them on the landscape. Travis & Ryan discuss where quail populations are on the rise this year, where quail numbers have taken a hit, how weather has affected quail reproduction in positive and negative ways, what the right habitat looks like, sleeper quail hunting regions, which quail species to target in the west, surprise hot spots, quail populations trending north, impacts of rain and drought, and so much more... @quailforever

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Ashley tells Dawn about her life and career, from playing high school hoops in East Texas to getting her Masters and making her way to Minny.

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