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It’s Friday on The Need to Know Morning Show, and hosts Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor are gearing up for a scorching summer weekend! In this episode, the guys dive deep into the controversy surrounding California’s lengthy election ballot counting process and chat with Missouri Senator Eric Schmidt and Representative James Comer about election integrity. Plus, we get a food stamp fraud reality check, an inspiring look at local veteran support with Adam Walker from the Minnesota Red Bulls, and a preview of a completely free family day out at Bonanzaville with program coordinator Riley Thielen. Pull up a chair, grab a Shiner Bock Raspberry Lemonade Shandy, and get caught up on everything you need to know. Show Notes & Timestamps [00:00] – Summer Hockey & Scorching Weekend Forecast Kevin and Alex kick off the morning talking about the Stanley Cup Finals after Carolina tied up the series against Vegas. Meteorologist Dean drops by to deliver a stellar weekend forecast: highs approaching 90 on Saturday and mid-90s on Sunday, though Sunday is going to be a windy one! [04:15] – The Graham Plattner Allegations The guys discuss a breaking New York Times report revealing deeply disturbing personal and volatile allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Plattner. Kevin shares a timeless piece of advice from a mentor: "People change... but not that much." [10:00] – Deep Dive: Why Does California Take Weeks to Count Ballots? A feature breakdown on California's mass mail-in voting system. The hosts react to clips of California Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber explaining the meticulous counting timeline, highlighting why the prolonged process erodes public confidence. [15:15] – The 45 Record Turns 70 & Kenny G Trivia A fun trip down memory lane marking the anniversary of record companies switching from 78s to 45s back in 1954. Plus, a mind-blowing realization that smooth jazz icon Kenny G is 70 years old and pilots his own Gulfstream. [18:00] – SNAP Benefit Fraud Clashes The show spins a tense congressional hearing clip featuring Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins and Minnesota Representative Angie Craig clashing over the true data behind food stamp error rates versus actual fraud. [24:45] – Natasha Owens’ New Track: "TDS" The morning show highlights the internet's latest viral sensation—a new satirical song and music video on YouTube tracking the "ailment" of Trump Derangement Syndrome, featuring activist Alex Stein. [27:00] – Congressional Oversight & The Guarantee Clause Senator…