Episode Details

The Need to Know Morning Show covers a little bit of everything as the team gets ready for the upcoming Labor Day weekend. Hosts Kevin Flynn and Alex Taylor discuss New York’s bizarre dancing laws and feature powerful testimony from congressional hearings regarding sanctuary city policies and illegal immigration. Meanwhile, Bridget Riedel shares the latest agricultural updates, and Steve Carney brings insights on preparing for dove and bow hunting seasons. Standout Moments & Timestamps — Kathy Hochul’s Bizarre Footloose Ad Kevin and Alex react to New York Governor Kathy Hochul flying in actor Kevin Bacon to film a promotional ad about repealing a obscure, decades-old city regulation that previously banned dancing in public bars and nightclubs without a license. — Mother Delivers Heartbreaking Testimony on Sanctuary Policies The hosts play full audio from the House Judiciary Committee hearing featuring Patricia Fox. She describes the grueling, life-altering reality of caring for her disabled adult daughter, Carissa, after an illegal immigrant ran a stop sign on a motorcycle and caused a catastrophic collision. — "You Love Americans More Than You Hate Trump" Carissa's mother delivers an impassioned plea to committee members, criticizing politicians for ignoring the human cost of open border policies and focusing on partisan battles rather than protecting American citizens. — Hay Cutting Tips & Spotted Water Hemlock Ag contributor Bridgette Readel calls in to advise livestock producers on how to spot toxic water hemlock when cutting hay, while also noting a surprising 10-million-dollar investment in Montana's sheep and wool industry. — Father Calls Out Democratic Lawmakers Face-to-Face The show plays audio of Marcus Coleman, whose seven-year-old daughter Delilah was permanently disabled in a hit-and-run caused by an undocumented driver. Coleman directly confronts committee members over the devastating real-world impacts of sanctuary cities on working families. — Dove Hunting Season Prep with Steve Carney Outdoors expert Steve Carney checks in after a successful opening start to dove hunting season, giving practical advice on tracking downed birds in field stubble and sharing his favorite bacon-wrapped dove popper recipe.