The Sysco secret: Why so many menu items taste familiar
Claire Kelloway joins The Afternoon Shift to dig into the viral documentary "I Tracked Down The Company Ruining Restaurants", exposing how Sysco dominates America?s restaurant supply chain ? and why that might explain why so many menu items across the USA taste familiar.
Claire Kelloway joins The Afternoon Shift to dig into the viral documentary "I Tracked Down The Company Ruining Restaurants", exposing how Sysco dominates America?s restaurant supply chain ? and why that might explain why so many menu items across the USA taste familiar.
SisQ� Brings ?A Party with a Purpose? to the Mall of America
R&B legend SisQ�, along with Chris Pham and DeShon ?Juice? Hamilton, join The Afternoon Shift to share behind-the-scenes stories about their big event at the Mall of America this weekend ? SisQ� Presents: Go-Kart Showdown ? A Party with a Purpose. They talk about how the idea came together, what fans can expect from the charity go-kart showdown and Halloween costume party, and how the event is giving back through the Annunciation Hope and Healing Fund.
R&B legend SisQ�, along with Chris Pham and DeShon ?Juice? Hamilton, join The Afternoon Shift to share behind-the-scenes stories about their big event at the Mall of America this weekend ? SisQ� Presents: Go-Kart Showdown ? A Party with a Purpose. They talk about how the idea came together, what fans can expect from the charity go-kart showdown and Halloween costume party, and how the event is giving back through the Annunciation Hope and Healing Fund.
Minneapolis mayoral race: What you need to know with 13 days to go
Star Tribune Minneapolis City Hall reporter Deena Winter joins The Afternoon Shift to break down the candidates? chances, key issues, and campaign dynamics as the Minneapolis mayoral race enters its final days.
Star Tribune Minneapolis City Hall reporter Deena Winter joins The Afternoon Shift to break down the candidates? chances, key issues, and campaign dynamics as the Minneapolis mayoral race enters its final days.
Grand Ave is back and open for business
Scott Fares, co-owner of Wet Paint, joins The Afternoon Shift to talk about Grand Avenue’s long-awaited reopening after months of construction — how it affected Wet Paint, what business looks like now, and why the street’s comeback matters to St. Paul.
Scott Fares, co-owner of Wet Paint, joins The Afternoon Shift to talk about Grand Avenue’s long-awaited reopening after months of construction — how it affected Wet Paint, what business looks like now, and why the street’s comeback matters to St. Paul.
Move MN: Trying to get Minnesotans moving
The Afternoon Shift chats with MJ Carpio from Move MN about all the fine work they do in regards to public transportation, and accessibility all around MN.
The Afternoon Shift chats with MJ Carpio from Move MN about all the fine work they do in regards to public transportation, and accessibility all around MN.
Diwali: The meaning behind the Festival of Lights
Dr. Sayali Amarapurkar & Arika Setty of the Edina Asian American Alliance joined Adam Llorens and Maxx Fuller on "The Afternoon Shift" to discuss the history and meaning behind the Diwali holiday and how it's being celebrated in the Twin Cities.
Dr. Sayali Amarapurkar & Arika Setty of the Edina Asian American Alliance joined Adam Llorens and Maxx Fuller on "The Afternoon Shift" to discuss the history and meaning behind the Diwali holiday and how it's being celebrated in the Twin Cities.
The Afternoon Shift: Oct. 21, 2025
Today on "The Afternoon Shift," Adam and Maxx talked about plummeting gas prices, Carson Wentz, St. Paul's Grand Avenue's reopening, and the Diwali holiday
Today on "The Afternoon Shift," Adam and Maxx talked about plummeting gas prices, Carson Wentz, St. Paul's Grand Avenue's reopening, and the Diwali holiday
What determines the price of gas?
Gas prices are the lowest they've been in years, so The Afternoon Shift enlisted Patrick De Haan of Gas Buddy to give us all the details on who/what determines the price of gas.
Gas prices are the lowest they've been in years, so The Afternoon Shift enlisted Patrick De Haan of Gas Buddy to give us all the details on who/what determines the price of gas.
Wildlife spectacle: 30,000 cranes fill Minnesota skies
Every fall, thousands of sandhill cranes descend on Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge ? a breathtaking stopover on their migration south. Around 30,000 of these elegant birds fill the skies and wetlands, their echoing calls marking one of Minnesota?s most spectacular wildlife events. Naturalist and crane expert Dean Kleinhans explains the timing, the behavior, and the best spots to witness this fall phenomenon ? from sunrise lift-offs to sunset returns.
Every fall, thousands of sandhill cranes descend on Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge ? a breathtaking stopover on their migration south. Around 30,000 of these elegant birds fill the skies and wetlands, their echoing calls marking one of Minnesota?s most spectacular wildlife events. Naturalist and crane expert Dean Kleinhans explains the timing, the behavior, and the best spots to witness this fall phenomenon ? from sunrise lift-offs to sunset returns.
AWS outage: Inside the glitch that shook the internet
When a routine system update went wrong, Amazon Web Services — the backbone of much of the internet — came crashing down. From Venmo to Snapchat to Fortnite, millions felt the impact as the outage rippled across the web. Tech strategist and broadcaster Lisa Martin breaks down what really happened inside “the cloud,” why a single glitch can trigger a digital domino effect, and how fragile our connected world can be when the servers go silent.
When a routine system update went wrong, Amazon Web Services — the backbone of much of the internet — came crashing down. From Venmo to Snapchat to Fortnite, millions felt the impact as the outage rippled across the web. Tech strategist and broadcaster Lisa Martin breaks down what really happened inside “the cloud,” why a single glitch can trigger a digital domino effect, and how fragile our connected world can be when the servers go silent.
Breaking down Gophers/Huskers with Justin "Fargo Flash" Conzemius
Former Gophers LB Justin Conzemius aka the Fargo Flash joins The Afternoon Shift to talk Gophers/Huskers, realistic expectations for the rest of the season, and much more!
Former Gophers LB Justin Conzemius aka the Fargo Flash joins The Afternoon Shift to talk Gophers/Huskers, realistic expectations for the rest of the season, and much more!
Behind Enemy Lines: Huskers Edition with Jessica Coody
Huskers Radio Network extraordinaire Jessica Coody joins The Afternoon Shift to give us all the latest with the Nebraska Cornhuskers ahead of their matchup with the Golden Gophers on Oct. 17th.
Huskers Radio Network extraordinaire Jessica Coody joins The Afternoon Shift to give us all the latest with the Nebraska Cornhuskers ahead of their matchup with the Golden Gophers on Oct. 17th.
Goldy Gopher – A Fraud?!
Is everything we’ve believed about Minnesota’s most famous mascot… a lie? Turns out, Goldy Gopher might not actually be a gopher at all. Wildlife biologist John Loegering from the University of Minnesota joins us to uncover the truth — and the science — behind the state’s beloved “gopher.” From fun facts about real gophers to the surprising story of the thirteen-lined ground squirrel, we’re setting the record straight once and for all. Because in The Gopher State, even the mascot deserves a fact-check. 🏈📚
Is everything we’ve believed about Minnesota’s most famous mascot… a lie? Turns out, Goldy Gopher might not actually be a gopher at all. Wildlife biologist John Loegering from the University of Minnesota joins us to uncover the truth — and the science — behind the state’s beloved “gopher.” From fun facts about real gophers to the surprising story of the thirteen-lined ground squirrel, we’re setting the record straight once and for all. Because in The Gopher State, even the mascot deserves a fact-check. 🏈📚
Tailgate Chili: Food First, Scoreboard Later
When it comes to game day, the real MVP is what’s simmering in the pot. Shelagh Geraghty Mullen from She Cooks Design joins us to talk tailgating the right way — food first, scoreboard later! From her white bean chicken chili to artichoke dip in a bread bowl and apple bars from Stephanie Hansen’s new cookbook, Shelagh’s lineup proves that cold-weather fandom tastes better when you bring your appetite.
When it comes to game day, the real MVP is what’s simmering in the pot. Shelagh Geraghty Mullen from She Cooks Design joins us to talk tailgating the right way — food first, scoreboard later! From her white bean chicken chili to artichoke dip in a bread bowl and apple bars from Stephanie Hansen’s new cookbook, Shelagh’s lineup proves that cold-weather fandom tastes better when you bring your appetite.
Toxic mining near the Boundary Waters raises long-term pollution concerns
The pristine Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness faces new threats from proposed copper-nickel sulfide mining projects in northern Minnesota. Chris Knopf, executive director of Friends of the Boundary Waters, joins the show to explain why this type of mining poses such serious risks. Unlike traditional iron mining, sulfide mining produces sulfuric acid, which can contaminate lakes and rivers for centuries. The region?s vast, connected waterways mean pollution could spread across millions of acres, reaching even Lake Superior. Knopf discusses the Prove It First bill, which would require proof a sulfide mine can operate and close without pollution before being permitted in Minnesota.
The pristine Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness faces new threats from proposed copper-nickel sulfide mining projects in northern Minnesota. Chris Knopf, executive director of Friends of the Boundary Waters, joins the show to explain why this type of mining poses such serious risks. Unlike traditional iron mining, sulfide mining produces sulfuric acid, which can contaminate lakes and rivers for centuries. The region?s vast, connected waterways mean pollution could spread across millions of acres, reaching even Lake Superior. Knopf discusses the Prove It First bill, which would require proof a sulfide mine can operate and close without pollution before being permitted in Minnesota.
Vatican Unveiled exhibit to bring rare papal artifacts to Mall of America in 2026
As Minnesota’s Catholic community prepares to mark 175 years in 2026, the “Vatican Unveiled” exhibit is bringing one of the world’s largest collections of papal artifacts to the Mall of America, January 10–February 1, 2026. Curated by Father Richard Kunst of the Diocese of Duluth, the 19,000-square-foot exhibit features 250+ items from popes, saints, and historic figures—including the second-oldest papal signature outside of the Vatican and a Swiss Guard uniform from the era of Pope Pius X.
As Minnesota’s Catholic community prepares to mark 175 years in 2026, the “Vatican Unveiled” exhibit is bringing one of the world’s largest collections of papal artifacts to the Mall of America, January 10–February 1, 2026. Curated by Father Richard Kunst of the Diocese of Duluth, the 19,000-square-foot exhibit features 250+ items from popes, saints, and historic figures—including the second-oldest papal signature outside of the Vatican and a Swiss Guard uniform from the era of Pope Pius X.
Behind Enemy Lines in Philly: Vikings vs Eagles
The Vikings host the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday at noon on FOX 9, and the Birds are vulnerable after two straight losses. FOX 29 Philadelphia anchor Jason Martinez joins us from the streets of Philly for a Behind Enemy Lines look at what?s going on with the Eagles. From Saquon Barkley?s struggles to the controversy around the team?s signature ?tush push? play?and uncertainty at the Vikings? quarterback spot?we break down what to expect in this NFC showdown. Don?t miss kickoff Sunday at noon, live on FOX 9.
The Vikings host the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday at noon on FOX 9, and the Birds are vulnerable after two straight losses. FOX 29 Philadelphia anchor Jason Martinez joins us from the streets of Philly for a Behind Enemy Lines look at what?s going on with the Eagles. From Saquon Barkley?s struggles to the controversy around the team?s signature ?tush push? play?and uncertainty at the Vikings? quarterback spot?we break down what to expect in this NFC showdown. Don?t miss kickoff Sunday at noon, live on FOX 9.
As open enrollment begins, 150,000 Minnesotans face Medicare plan changes
Medicare Open Enrollment runs Oct. 15?Dec. 7, and big changes are coming to Minnesota. About 150,000 residents will lose Medicare Advantage coverage as UCare, Mayo Clinic Health System, and others scale back plans. Guest Kelli Jo Greiner from the Minnesota Aging Pathways says to take your time comparing options?but don?t miss the deadline!
Medicare Open Enrollment runs Oct. 15?Dec. 7, and big changes are coming to Minnesota. About 150,000 residents will lose Medicare Advantage coverage as UCare, Mayo Clinic Health System, and others scale back plans. Guest Kelli Jo Greiner from the Minnesota Aging Pathways says to take your time comparing options?but don?t miss the deadline!
Recap: Stars outshine Wild in tough road loss
The Wild struggled to find their rhythm in Dallas, falling to the Stars in a hard-fought road game. Jessi Pierce recaps the game and what it means moving forward.
The Wild struggled to find their rhythm in Dallas, falling to the Stars in a hard-fought road game. Jessi Pierce recaps the game and what it means moving forward.
Fall?s slow start: How weather shapes Minnesota?s autumn color show
Minnesota?s fall colors are running late this year ? and the weather is to blame. U of M Extension forestry educator Kira Pollack explains how a warm September delayed the state?s peak color season and what conditions create the most vibrant displays. She breaks down the science behind the shifting shades ? from how chlorophyll fades to reveal hidden pigments, to why sunny days and cool nights make the trees pop with reds, oranges, and golds.
Minnesota?s fall colors are running late this year ? and the weather is to blame. U of M Extension forestry educator Kira Pollack explains how a warm September delayed the state?s peak color season and what conditions create the most vibrant displays. She breaks down the science behind the shifting shades ? from how chlorophyll fades to reveal hidden pigments, to why sunny days and cool nights make the trees pop with reds, oranges, and golds.