Episode Details

It is a historic first day of July on the Need to Know Morning Show as North Dakota takes center stage on the world map. In this blockbuster episode, hosts Kevin and Alex break down the massive logistical marvel behind President Donald Trump's high-flying arrival into the state. Utilizing a newly minted $400 million corporate jet, Marine One fleets, and a custom BNSF "Freedom 250" locomotive, the President is tracing Teddy Roosevelt’s late-1800s path right into the heart of the Badlands. The duo provides an exclusive sneak peek inside the brand-new $450 million Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora. They explore its revolutionary architecture—featuring an earth-rammed design built identical to the ancient Great Wall of China and an immersive AI archive that allows visitors to speak directly with an avatar of TR himself. Later, market expert Brian Kroshus stops by to celebrate a soaring bull market, dropping fuel prices, and the AI-driven tech boom sweeping the nation. Clay County horticultural expert Jill Patru also joins the program to share essential post-storm tree restoration tips following high-velocity straight-line winds. Between corporate wedding modeling rumors and the ongoing progressive "Pillage People" political debates, this episode has everything you need to kick off your holiday weekend. Standout Moments & Timestamps [06:11] The Planes, Helicopters, and Trains Tour: Kevin and Alex map out the grand itinerary taking the President into Medora, featuring decoy Marine One choppers and three BNSF locomotives numbered 1776, 2026, and 250. [06:12] The 3-Ingredient Real Ice Cream Rule: Ag expert Bridgette Readel ushers in National Ice Cream Month by naming Lamar, Iowa, the true ice cream capital of the world and warning listeners about generic "frozen treats" masquerading in grocery aisles. [06:14] The $450 Million Call to Adventure: A special preview highlights the architectural wonders of the new 96,000-square-foot TR Library, showcasing its living grass roof structure designed to hold up three full 747 aircraft. [06:14] The Dark X Diary Entry: The hosts look back at the devastating tragedy of Valentine's Day 1884, when a young Teddy Roosevelt lost both his mother and his wife in the same house on the same day—marking his private notebook with a single bold X. [06:14] In-Person Conversations with an AI Avatar: The show details how Medora has created the world's very first Presidential archive driven by advanced AI, letting visitors pull up a chair and engage in a real-time conversation with an avatar…