Podcast Episodes

Film review leaves big Vikings questions; Should Twins still want Carlos Correa?

Episode 491

Introduction: Host Michael Rand notes the ongoing developments with Carlos Correa, as multiple reports suggest Minnesota is getting deeper in renegotiations with the free agent shortstop, and wonders…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Patrick Reusse on the Vikings' chances, the Packers' demise and more

Episode 490

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the final week of the NFL regular season and more. The Vikings coasted to a win over the disinterested Bears, but plen…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Looking back on the Vikings coaching search; Gophers looking for new coordinator?

Episode 489

Introduction: Host Michael Rand can't help but look back a year to when the Vikings were seemingly choosing between Kevin O'Connell and Jim Harbaugh as head coach. O'Connell is 12-4, while Harbaugh h…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Timberwolves finish without D-Lo; Twin Cities cardiologist explains Damar Hamlin situation

Episode 488

Introduction: Host Michael Rand notes that the Wolves are finally figuring out a basic premise, that the players who are playing best in a particular game should be the ones on the court at the end. …

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Gophers hoops off the radar; Correa still unsigned; Wolves at a critical juncture

Episode 487

Introduction: Host Michael Rand can't help but wonder what in the world is going on with Carlos Correa. It was mid-December, almost two weeks before Christmas, when it was initially reported that he …

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

The scariest NFL moment; Vikings O-line issues; Wolves show some heart

Episode 486

Introduction: Host Michael Rand watched the scary situation unfold along with so many of you on Monday as Bills safety Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest on the field during a game against the Ben…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Patrick Reusse on the Vikings' blowout loss to Packers, the Wolves' woes and college football

Episode 485

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports, which featured a lot of doom and gloom for two local teams.

The Vikings were clobbered 41-17 by …

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

The ideal and nightmare scenarios for the Vikings

Episode 484

Introduction: Host Michael Rand watched Thursday night's NFL game with a sense of horror. As we think about the Vikings' future and perhaps an eventual change at quarterback, be careful what you wish…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

Gophers win recruiting battle vs. 'negative' Wisconsin; Wild keeps rolling; Good TV news for a change

Episode 483

Introduction: Host Michael Rand examines a paradox in sports whereby a winning team can sometimes be taken for granted and underexposed compared to a team that has more drama but doesn't win as much.…

Published on 3 years ago

KFAN's Paul Allen on his rise and style calling Vikings games; Carlos Correa to the Mets!

Episode 482

Introduction: If you were a Twins fan (or executive) disappointed when Carlos Correa chose a 13-year, $350 million deal with the Giants, it has to hurt even more to wake up to Wednesday's stunning ne…

Published on 3 years ago