The Kris & Chelsea Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Kris & Chelsea official podcast from KIK-FM in Alexandria, Minnesota! All your favorite segments are here from Florida Man to Daily Dirt to Missed Connections!
Kris & Chelsea got to hang out with Jameson Rodgers over the phone getting all the dirt. What nickname did Kris give him? What was it like touring with Luke Combs and Hardy? What is his favorite thing to do with his rescue dog?
This episode is for all those amazing, messy, complicated and beautiful blended families out there. Blended families are more common than ever— it is estimated the 1 in 3 Americans is part of a blended family. And the second (or third) wedding can be a tipping point for many...even a breaking point for some. A groom is ready to call off his wedding when his future bride won't let his daughter be the flower girl. Is he overreacting? Is she being selfish? Or do they both bring up good points? Kris & Chelsea, marriage/divorce/wedding experts, weigh in.
Guys have had it with nagging women that nag...and a whole list of other things. Chelsea can agree with most except one big one!
Kris & Chelsea talk with the talented David Lee Murphy, headliner of 2023 Rev'd Up Country Fest: Back to the 90s! He shares his passion for song writing, performing, all the artists he's gotten to work with and what he loves most about country music.
North vs. South stereotypes when it comes to manners, sports team curses, the meaning of "winter", food and long goodbyes! Special Guest, and Georgia Peach- Lucy Reyes dishes up the dirt this week. Hold your hotdish, spicy ketchup and chow chows! Minnesota nice meets Southern Hospitality.
It was a big year! Let's see how well you remember it! Fun quiz about big events in 2022, see how you do compared to Chelsea's guesses. And the best memories of the year: Country Songs, Movies, Concerts and more!
Big storm heading our way...some people dread it and some embrace it! Here are the reasons why SNOW is amazing. Let's see if Chelsea can convince you!
Holidays can be a lot of fun....and a little brutal. A dice game fiasco with a happy ending...holiday traditions...and the best Christmas Debates!
Lucy, our receptionist/sales assistant in the office, joins Chelsea this week. Lucy is from the south y'all and came to Minnesota in the dead of winter with her family. She lends her southern perspective on our winters, food (including what she's got Chelsea hooked on) and football...go Dawgs!
Thank you to our veterans. Turkey strip search and other Thanksgiving Mayhem. A moment of silence for Kris' man cold. The reality TV show that is a total time suck, but we're hooked. Sound off!
Ahhh youth, we took so much for granted in our younger days. The Party Rockstar now says "Cheers to cancelled plans!" Life as a semi-retired gamer, what Kris does with snow now, and who calls it a day after the car is parked...
From the frozen Blizzard of '91...to the super spicy parties later in life...Kris & Chelsea love Halloween. Are you ever too old to dress up, scare your friends and eat weird appetizers? Grab a left or right Twix and let's find out!
Guys are just as sensitive to being judged as their female counterparts. From sipping on mimosas at dive bars, to gardening and massages...Kris fights for the right...for men to be softies! But in a total tough, cool guy way!
Snowflakes are falling, and Christmas will be here before we know it! And we've got a big announcement: Your favorite a cappella group is back! This Christmas season, enjoy the Emmy-Award-winning Tonic Sol-Fa who brings a new holiday show to life! Kris and Chelsea talk to founding member Shaun Johnson.
Super sweet episode praising our farmers! And it comes right up out of the ground. Chelsea's latest Food in the Field Adventure took her to the Bluhm Family Farm in Clara City. Wanna go for a rip? You betcha!
Are you vacations not all what they're cracked up to be? You're not alone, but these complaints are a little... MUCH!
People fighting online, losing their minds; So we read the crazy crap they write & have a good time!
Take a trip down memory lane with these classic toys vying for a way into the Toy Hall of Fame for 2022! Some made us laugh, some made us cry and they all made us miss being a kid! Were any of these your favorite?
First world problems are the worst! Kris mansplains Fantasy Football with an interesting twist. And we're gonna throw the largest party ever in Becky the Pigs Field! Let's go!
Kris & Chelsea have a few special guests on this episode as we tell you EVERYTHING you need to know about this year's Taste of Osakis.
Kris & Chelsea do a deep dive after an absolutely ridiculous ad for a nanny goes viral. There's a rundown of the Douglas County Fair and the time Chelsea blew out someone's eardrums by being too loud.
The mega millions jackpot is over $1 Billion dollars! We asked everyone around the office what they would do with that money...the answers are GOLD!
Social Media is a great place to vent!! We're diving into Twitter #Fessholes. People to confessing to ALL sorts of stuff...and their not very nice...but pretty funny. With their spouses. At work. On the road. So many confessions.
Everything you need to know about the Eli Young Band & the upcoming Taste of Osakis event.
Cancer sucks. It doesn't care about age, race, how much money you have or your plans. You can do nothing about it, or you can fight back! Relay for Life is a powerful experience and event for the community to do just that. Kris and Chelsea talk about Relay for Life and how Painting the Town Purple can make a difference! Special guest: Sheri who has been on Relay committees and teams for years and relay's for her family.
USA! USA! How much do you know about the 4th of July? Also, the premiere Firework Celebration, "Star Storm" preview. We're getting pumped up! Happy Freedom Day America!
How well do you know your dad? We quizzed each other on our dad's favorite color, first job, and had a trip down memory lane...We encourage you to do the same with your dad! Happy Father's Day to all dad's out there!!
When Kris is away, the girls will play! The blonde bombshells Chelsea and Events Manager, Kim Rollins, go Red Neck. Who's on their yacht, in homage to Rev'd Up Country Fest headliner: Craig Morgan. Also what do chicks dig? We'll let you know!
Kris & Chelsea spend a lot of time together on air, and think they know each other pretty well. Want to get to know someone even better (or worse)? Try these "Would You Rather" questions. Who's the sticky dog and who is the itchy cat? The answers my shock you!
Kris and Chelsea hit on all the frequently asked questions about the upcoming Rev'd Up Country Fest presented by Bud Light. So much goes into the creation and execution of putting on a hot country music concert. Special guest Kim Rollins, Hubbard Event Manager, fills in all the details!
Losing a child is a parent's nightmare. Kortni was just 6 years old when tragedy struck. Her legacy lives on in the form of love for her fellow students and others. Her mother, Nicole Botzet shares this legacy and the $120,000 worth of scholarships awarded to her bleated Kindergarten classmates their graduating year!
It's becoming more common to see couples fight over pets in custody cases. Is it too much? Is it the right thing to do? From dogs, to cats, chickens and more: Kris & Chelsea share stories of pet custody that have happened to them, friends and listeners!
Kris & Chelsea love to fish, like any good Minnesotan does. However the deeper they dive (get it?) into the subject, it surfaces how weird this sport really is. There's a lot of love hate towards it. Who won't clean the fish? Who won't take it off the line? Who caught the biggest, smallest and most? You might be surprised.
In light of Mother's Day, just around the corner, Kris & Chelsea talk about their moms. How they made them laugh, love and cry! We wouldn't be here without them!
Kris & Chelsea take a nice trip down memory lane, back to high school, and hashed out a milestone celebration "The Prom." Comparing it to now, has prom gotten out of control? Is it a worthy tradition? They tell all from escalators, dress styles, dancing and motorcycles!
April is distracted driving awareness month. The statistics are more than just numbers, they are people. We spoke with Katie DeGier, who's father was killed by a distracted driver. Even if one life is saved by this message, it's worth it to her!
Local sophomores from the Alexandria Area High School, Zach, Maddie and Emily are heading to the International Competition with their DECA Chapter. DECA is a business club for high schoolers around the world that create marketing campaigns, develop business skills and make big impacts on their community. Listen to how $20 can help our local economy in a big way with their "Pride of the Lakes Campaign".
Kris & Chelsea in the Morning share real stories that will make you laugh and thank your lucky stars you aren't like Florida Man. Impersonating an officer is a BIG offense, especially for something this small. Also a man was arrested for eating spaghetti with his bare hands...and a few other things.
Kris & Chelsea have more wedding experience than most and would like to glean some juicy and practical wisdom with hindsight. Kris had no idea there were so many rules around weddings. Chelsea shares the biggest ones that should be followed. And along the way are examples how they've been broken! Are weddings too much? Or are they important ceremonies that should continue to be revered? And do they ever meet one's expectations? Follow along as they toss around the etiquette bouquet!
Kris & Chelsea barely scratched the surface on their morning show with this topic. Let's deep dive! Phone Passwords? Who has yours, if anyone at all? Do you let your significant other go through your phone? A woman went into her husband's phone while he was sleeping, and deleted hundreds of photos...why? Listen to this week's podcast as we travel down the rabbit hole of cell phone trust issues together!
Kris & Chelsea made a HUGE announcement in their morning show about the BRAND NEW Rev'd Up Country Fest. A country music concert extravaganza right next door to the station. Here's a behind the scenes look at how it was born, and created from the ground up with crucial KIK-FM team members including event coordinator Kim Rollins and our stud of a GM Matt Senne. We'll dive into how you pick an artist, where we planted this seed of a concert, how to get discounted tickets...and what country artists keep in their trailers before a show! Who's ready for live music and one of the BIGGEST Country Music Concerts our area has ever seen?
Kris & Chelsea in the Morning are a walking encyclopedia of pop culture. They love to analyze TikTok trends, getting their Nerd News on and analyze the History of Hockey Hair.
It's the first episode of OFF AIR with Kris & Chelsea. These morning show co hosts have a whole lot more to say when the on air button is turned off. To be frank, there's a lot that can't be said on the radio. Kris is team Man (thump on chest) on 99.9% of subjects, Chelsea loves being the Devil's Advocate and poking the bear. These topics get a little hot, but it's their kitchen! Women demanding to be paid to have kids, who should really stay at home with the kids, and the stress and pressure of naming kids.
Kris & Chelsea had the privelege of speaking with Sara Severson, and how she uses her gifts of music to bring others healing. She is a certified Music Practioner with Knute Nelson, specializing with healing with music. She's a known local entertainer with Blonde & The Bohunk, sings with her praise band at church, and for the last five years has worked with patients in hospice.
The song "Fly Away" was written with one of those patients, Kirk, before he passed away from cancer.
You can check out her songs here: https://youtube.com/user/rsseverson
Sara Severson - YouTube Sara
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Sara Severson - Fly Away
You just might have a new appreciation for your significant other – or the single life – when you hear Missed Connections! Cringy love stories from the ads on the interweb trying to shoot their shot!