The KQ Morning Show REWIND + INTERVIEWS: Recent Episodes
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Due to popular demand, here is Stephen B. Young's interview on the KQ Morning Show.
Make sure you read Mr. Young's article Our Chaotic Culture: Blame it on '68 at http://www.startribune.com/our-chaotic-culture-blame-it-on-68/468186713/
Here's a list of the Top 3 Best and Worst local stadium & arena shows of 2017, according to John Lassman.
Not to give too much away, but Green Day, Bon Jovi, and Mellancamp are all the mix. But you might be surprised where they land in the list
Greg Hollimon tells the story of seeing Rod Stewart in Chicago and gives his impression of "Maggie May".
Brian Setzer tells stories about jamming with Tom Petty in his living room (a session which was recorded but has to surface); Petty's guitarist, Mike Campbell; and of course, cool cars.
Richard Lewis talks about ad-libbing on Curb Your Enthusiasm and gets us excited for the new season!
Alice cooper discusses his new album, Paranormal (July 28) which features Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top and Larry Mullen Jr. of U2.
He also shares a horrifying story involving a alligator and a "wiener dog".
We were talking about Game of Thrones' Dragon Queen. Comic #RickGutierrez thought we said...something else.
Comic Gregory Hollimon of Strangers With Candy does his best impression of Geoffrey "Un-Cola Nuts" Holder.
A referee made a controversial call during last night's Stanley Cup finals game
KQ's Chris Dimino takes one side and Scott (KQ listener & high school hockey ref) takes the other.
Kaylee Gossen, a Junior at Marshall High School, isn't going to state for golfing but she makes our list of epic Minnesotans. She realized she made an error on her score and by confessing it, she disqualified herself. For that, we tip our hats to Kaylee! #PGA
A certain friend of the show forwarded us a fake news story. Might as well have been an Onion article.
Comedian Todd Glass argues in favor of millennials. "Kids are getting smarter! It's not up for debate!"
DonHenley discusses the current tour, Linda Ronstadt, and a possible reunion which honors Glenn Frey's memory & legacy. #TheEagles
200,000 people have taken the BuzzFeed survey which assesses how "weird" your fart habits are.
Dan Vieths of Eagan writes, “Our daughter Gretta is currently on a Middle East deployment with the Air Force Reserves, as Loadmaster with the 934th Airlift Wing, also known as the Global Vikings”. Gretta is a 2014 graduate of Eastview High School in Apple Valley, enlisting right after graduation.
Gretta was on the Eastview Trap Shooting team, a discipline that helped her adjust to military life. Dan said his daughter trained as a pre-flight loadmaster, a demanding job requiring personnel air drops and securing cargo in the right location.
Gretta persevered and today is a Senior Airman on a C-130 aircraft. She comes from a proud Minnesota military family, two of her Uncles are US Air Force Vietnam Vets, her great uncle, a B-24 mechanic during World War II, and her grandfather served in the Korean War. Today, along with proud parents Dan and Laurie, we salute Gretta Vieths of Eagan, MN, during KQ’s Military Appreciation Month.
Ward Anderson would like to honor Jacob Wehrenberg of Ramsey, MN serving in the United States Marine Corps.
Jacob just left for Camp Pendleton to join his fellow Marines for Chemical warfare training in Syria. Jacob is a true American Military hero, it’s his 3rd and final deployment as he’s scheduled for honorable discharge next August. He was recently engaged, so he’s leaving behind his bride-to-be along with Mom (Linda) & Dad (Randy).
Jacob is a great kid and I’m proud to have him honored on the KQ Morning Show. I coached him in youth baseball and he played high school football with the Anoka Tornado’s. Jacob is currently planning a career in Law Enforcement when he leaves the Marine Corps. I hope you can recognize him as he is a fine young man with a very bright future in front of him! Thanks for this attention to those that really matter, signed Ward Anderson of Ramsey
Larry Lambert from Ramsey writes, “My daughter Michelle has served in the US Air Force and the Minnesota Air National Guard since 1990. She loves the C130 military transport aircraft, and has served on “Nightingale” a military evacuation aircraft.
When deployed, Michelle serves as a senior emergency room nurse. Her father says, “I’m very proud of her service even though we’re often separated by time and duty”. Michelle was raised in Lauderdale, MN, graduated from Ramsey High School and St Kates as a Registered Nurse which she applied to her military career. As part of Desert Storm, Michelle earned commendations for service above and beyond the call of duty. She was recognized for her efforts in saving the life of a British contractor early in her career when she served in Japan.
In her off duty hours she taught the children of a Japanese family “American English”. Michelle’s’ Dad concludes by saying, “I feel she’s conducted herself as a great example of United States military” Signed, Larry Lambert from Ramsey, MN
With an accent and commentary like that, we may have a bunch of new Morning Show drops!
Aaron Hernandez's car is up for auction. Yours if the price is right. It comes with a signed #AaronHernandez jersey.
The price of vanilla has quintupled. So a $1.08 ice cream cone will cost you upwards of $45...potentially. Check our math on that, if you could.
Rob Sheffield discusses his books Dreaming the Beatles and what's in store for the 50th anniversary reissue of Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.
Philly Dawg doesn't mess around with this first base, second base nonsense. He's a home run hitter.
Apparently, Mordal has a hard time NOT picturing comics (and married couple) Mary Mack & Tim Harmston having sex.
81% of parents steal candy from their kids' Easter baskets? That seems pretty low. rimshot!
Allow someone you don't know to die? Listen to country music the rest of your life? Star in a dirty movie?
Rock writer William McKeen discusses the chilling stories contained with in his new book Everybody Had an Ocean: Music & Mayhem in 1960s Los Angeles.
Wheeler Walker Jr. returned to the KQ Morning Show to talk about Ol' Wheeler, the follow up to last year's hilariously obscene Redneck Shit album.
Tom informs him that "pussy" is just short for pusillanimous.
Nick Di Paolo ventured some pretty darn good guesses for what the new color in a box of Crayons will be
ScarlettJohansson spoofed #IvankaTrump on #SNL, so Tom Barnard took a shot at spoofing Scarlett Johansson.
We love her, but can Candice be more negative? (Just kidding, Candice!) #AdamLevine #Maroon5
What children do when they lose teeth is different all over the world...especially in Kentucky
This morning, we received a call from an American soldier serving in Kabul, Afghanistan. Just wanted to send his wife and young son a #ValentinesDay greeting.
When Metallica & Lady Gaga performed at the #Grammys, James Hetfield's mic wasn't working. Was he being punished for his political opinions?
Who knew you could segue from talking about politics right into talking about whether or not certain cereals were made any longer?
America's pleasure coach Dr. #SadieAllison in studio with some wonderful suggestions for #valentinesday
Sex robots will be available to purchase starting next spring and they do come with some interesting features.
Comic Jessimae Peluso had everyone on the Morning Show reveal their celebrity crushes. Michele's girl-crush...is an understandable one.
Just like Olympic gymnast, Simone Biles, Tom believes that you should try to live a life in balance
Blind date; which means a box of candy, bouquet of flowers...and greeting your date with your pants around your ankles.
Tom's favorite Christmas song of all time, and Kim from Plymouth gives us an update on Michael Bublé.
Phillip Wise finds #TommyDavidson's story to be really interesting, its just too bad his new show Vacation Creation doesn't air on #BET
Tom's heard that Rogue One: A #StarWars Story SUCKS! He's fresh out of rat's asses to give either way
After another brilliant and long winded speech from Scott Jameson... #RobCorddry enters the conversation and tells it like it is.
The Morning Show did their best today to raise awareness for autism, being fat and talentless, and of course, being a prick.
Tom thinks that professional athletes should be more accountable on and off the field and Mordal agrees.
James G. Erredge is a lifelong resident of Minnesota, born and raised in Zumbrota where he lives today. After serving in WWII, he came back home where he bought a farm and raised his family. Besides dairy farming, he taught farm business management for nearly 20 years in southeastern Minnesota.
Tom wants to take the Morning Show and a few rock bands on a cruise. He might have talked Jesse James Dupree of Jackyl into coming with.
SNL spoofed the third presidential debate over the weekend and it was very funny. But not as funny as Candice trying to imitate Oprah.
An animal expert let's the most painful stinging wasp in the world sting his arm, to most of us this audio sounds horrifying for Dave Mordal it brings up fond memories.
With Boyz II Men making a guest appearance on The Odd Couple, Tom reminds Thomas Lennon of a great Joan Rivers Boyz II Men-related joke
A baby was born at Walmart. Brittany is not allowed to use the word "flippin'" on-air anymore, but sometimes it's just flippin' necessary!
Tom was watching television this weekend and saw something that reminded him of the Philly Dawg. Oh, and don't call Dave the "H" word!
HarlandWilliams tells the story about visiting the Dominican Republic and "making it rain" with Monopoly money.
Tom shares one of his favorite baseball stories with the legendary #JohnnyBench
peterose #cincinnatireds
Everyone's a Tough Guy...Until They Meet a Tough Guy. Dave won't be appearing on Dancing With the Stars. WHEEZING With the Stars, maybe.
Our witty Program Director Scott came up with another brilliant slogan. Might even be better than his classic "Please continue to listen".
Dave feels like a jerk after making fun of a 12 year old girl on America's Got Talent and the celebrities that Michele Tafoya use to swoon over.
Tom shares a story about having to live in North Dakota and the first time he was called the big "N"
Jimmy Page calls in to the KQ Morning Show for an exclusive interview with Tom Barnard. The two discuss his remarkable career, Led Zeppelin memories and the expanded The Complete BBC Sessions.
Interview aired live on September 8, 2016.
JimmyPage #LedZeppelin #KQMorningShow
Tom seems to think that all music made these days sounds the same, Dave can't get his mind off of mini doughnuts, and a classic KQ state fair memory at the end.
Years ago, Tom did a PSA on the dangers of huffing chemicals. Lassman reveals his curiosity to see if you can get high on Nadkins (refreshing towelettes for the family jewels), which Passolt just unknowingly became an unofficial spokesman for.
The Toasteroid allows you to burn whatever image you like onto your toast. Sanny suggests this diminishes claims of people witnessing the miracle of Jesus appearing on their toast.
Josh Blue clarifies that instead of "disabled", people with disabilities wish to be called.........
After making a joke that caused some backlash, Lou Holtz expresses regret...and Tom follows it up with his own Lou Holtz impression.
The Morning Show discusses the ridiculous "White Allies" and J Chris Newberg performs "Every Country Music Song Written Ever"
After an argument with his girlfriend, a man gets scammed out of $600 as he attempts a new career as a gigolo
Mike Veeck (St. Paul Saints president) & Chicago radio legend Steve Dahl discuss Dahl's 1979 Disco Demolition radio stunt
While discussing the unfortunate realities of what can happen as we age, Passolt recalls a classic moment from TV legend Art Linkletter
PaulStanley of #KISS addresses the issue of music royalties, giving to charity, and having the freedom to rock.
Candice suggests this is the type of music Tom likes to listen to while sitting in a bubble bath and weeping
Tom Barnard was the first ever rap star. Hear the song that was released which features Tom voicing #MuhammadAli.
Lauren Siegel calls in for a "traffic" report. First Transgender Traffic Reporter in broadcast history? #LaurenSiegel #DaveMason #JimCapaldi #JoeCocker #BathroomBill #SteveWinwood #SteelyDan #NorthCarolina #HighSpirits
Sarah Tiana talks Atlanta Braves, Minnesota Twins, score keeping...and Dave's rage towards sports comes out...again
The Morning Show discusses the #Florida #Walmart shopper who was too lazy to pay for her sex toys
Lauren Siegel, lead singer of Minnesota Rock and Country Hall of Fame inductees The High Spirits In-Studio
Lauren Siegel, lead singer of Minnesota Rock and Country Hall of Fame inductees The High Spirits, checks in to discuss musicians boycotting North Carolina's "Bathroom Bill"
Philly Dawg comes to Warren G's defense after Mr. G.'s awful, awful, awful rendition of "Take Me Out to the Ball Game"
Hawking once appeared on a Pink Floyd track. Is that him singing lead on the new Monkees song?
Criminal decides to have sex in a public pool, and tries to administer a beating when he's called out for it.
Jesse James Dupree stopped by today to talk Sturgis, and to tell a very funny....possibly NSFW story
This is quite possibly the 2nd shortest KQ Morning Show "interview" ever.
The shortest ever goes to Raquel Welch who promptly hung up after Tom welcomed her to the show back calling her "Raq, baby!"
The Morning Show goes through a list of the worst places to poop. Lassman adds two that weren't on the list
When authorities are called due to a suspicious vibration, Tom recalls a classic Richard Pryor bit
Earlier this week, our Operations Manager pleaded on air, "please continue to listen". Bad idea, because now we have a new drop to torture him with!
As if free tickets to McCartney and Metallica weren't enough, our Operations Manager makes this plea to you.
Tom reads a story about a Houston woman causing an accident and continuing to strip on top of a tractor trailer for two hours...
While listening to a clip of Dave Grohl covering The Beatles during the Oscar's "In Memoriam" segment, Philly Dawg "seems" to blurt out "I like David Duke!" SFX guy, Mike Compton, may have had something to do with it.
Rick Nielsen discusses the new Cheap Trick album and enjoying tacos and whiskey with AC/DC's Bon Scott
A lot of couples can't remember the last time they kissed their partner. How sad is that?
Historians have believed that Hitler had an undescended testicle. Now we find out...it was much, much, much worse than that.
Over the last 6 years, there have been 17,968 ER visits due to people getting items lodged in their butts
AC/DC opener, Tyler Bryant and The Shakedown, came into studio and helped us with a game of "Name That Riff"
No matter how drunk they got in the past, they never thought it was a good idea to "get screwed"
The Morning Show reports on and discusses the passing of Glenn Frey. Terri talks about missing out on an opportunity to shoot pool with Glenn Frey & Don Henley.
Ozzy Osbourne talks very briefly with Ray Erick about the final Black Sabbath tour, vinyl vs. digital, and Powerball.
"How do you accidentally swallow something that's 8 inches long and an inch and a half wide?"
The Morning Show reports on and discusses the passing of David Bowie. Lassman talks about seeing him in concert and meeting him. Tom realizes he had something in common with Bowie.
Tom's friend can speak backwards, and Terri believes you can bend spoons with your mind.
Tom doesn't want to watch ANYONE sex, let alone watch a celebrity couple. Dave reveals his unusual choice.
Johnny Rock Lassman seems to know a lot about sexting. He sure weighed in a lot...or maybe those were just drops. Who can tell for sure?
It seems Johnny Rock Lassman is no stranger to getting it on in some of the places on this list.
Supposedly, this is the President's favorite song of 2015. At least the First Lady has decent taste.
Jeff Foxworthy & Larry the Cable Guy bring their We’ve Been Thinking Tour to The Orpheum for two shows on March 19 at 5pm & 8pm.
Once again, Terri puts too much stock in coincidences. Coleslaw at a restaurant? Who would have thought?
Tom tells the story of the year he sent his Christmas tree flying right out the back door.
Tom and comic Andrew Schulz discuss how no little kid seems to aspire to be an acrobat.
It is generally stated that there aren't any stupid questions... we'll just leave it at that. Take note: Philly's question is a drop from previous show.
Nekima Levy-Pounds, President of the Minneapolis NAACP, joined the KQ Morning Show in studio to discuss the #BlackLivesMatter I-94 protest for #JamarClark
John Lassman had quite the adventure while getting lost on his journey home after Vegas.
Brad Blanks, "Mrs. Shatner", and others share their memories of the KQ Morning Show in Las Vegas.
Thank you to everyone who called in with great memories from past Vegas trips. - Tom Ramboldt (Shrek) - Brent R. Wilcox (former KQ Morning Show cast member) - Hummer Jankey (of the Elvii) - Jim Cutchey (Paul Stanley)
Starbucks is under fire for their non-Christmas-y holiday cups...because everyone needs something to bitch about.
Billy F. Gibbons of ZZ Top joined the KQ Morning Show to discuss the new solo album Perfectamundo.
The Washington Redskins claim these trademarked names (allowed by the government) are more offensive than "Redskins". What are your thoughts?
If you can't clap on-beat during his songs, he'll call you out and correct your "behavior"
The Last Supper saves a child's life and a story Terri's heard 400 times is brand new information to her
The indecipherable chatter in the background of the Foo Fighters site has been replaced with this new music
Passolt ran over pig poop, and after 4 car washes, it still sticks. Mordal has a solution
With society being so touchy, we present you with Gender Neutral Candy. (Audio courtesy of Wise Brother Media)
Tom tells a story about Sex World, farts, and those two worlds coming together to become one
Naked Cincinnati Bengals on television make for good Morning Show comedy. Tafoya & "Passolt" weigh in.
A man cuts off his ears, tattoos his face (and the rest of his body) all to feed a desire to resemble a parrot.
The legendary Dick Van Dyke shares stories from his career and discusses how he throws out all the rules of aging in his new book, Keep Moving.
Former Creed lead singer, Scott Stapp is heading back on the road. Mordal has never trusted a man named "Scott", including our Operations Manager, Scott Jameson.
The charming, grateful and funny Sean Maguire joined us to discuss his series regular role as Robin Hood on Once Upon a Time.
onceuponatime #seanmaguire #robinhood
Playboy vs. Penthouse vs. Hustler. Apparently, gynecologists don't know what they're looking at when they see Hustler.
World's best ukulele player, Jake Shimabukuro, performs The Beatles song Tom Barnard danced to with his daughter at her wedding.
Lassman records another jingle for Are You Smarter Than a Philly Dawg. It continues a streak of charmingly bad Lassman-sung-intro-music. Keep 'em coming, John!
Lassman makes embarrassing admission about Clearasil, and Terri managed to drive over her phone. Thankfully, it wasn't pressed to her ear at the time.
Black bun burger is having undesired side effects for some. Mordal tells us what happens when you eat a paintball
Ann discusses the new EP from The Ann Wilson Thing, and performing without sister, Nancy
As the show heard Frank Ocean's theft of "Hotel California", Tom was inspired to come up with 3 new songs that seem eerily similar to Beatles songs.
Help desk employee hates his job and continues to get suspended for using a robot voice. Mordal takes a shot at "It's Candice Bich!"
Thankfully, she's a bit confused because it allowed Dave Mordal to invent Lasagna In a Mug!
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Def Leppard frontman, Joe Elliott, calls in to the KQ Morning Show. (September 2014)
JoeElliot #DefLeppard
We found out Kanye's most important "political issue", and we suffered through his "singing"...twice
KanyeWest #Yeezy
Fran Tarkenton was on the show to discuss the Vikings and his book "The Power of Failure: Succeeding in the Age of Innovation"
Bob Sansevere pointed out that you don't need mascots or cheerleaders to win a Super Bowl. Lassman recalls a cheap, knock-off mascot..."LuffaBob"
Mordal "beats" Tafoya at sports trivia. It was, after all, a "whoever's-closest-wins" type of question, and he won with a horrible guess.
It's made dirtier by the fact that she points out that she didn't mean for it to sound dirty
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Jimmy Page calls in to the KQ Morning Show for an exclusive interview with Tom Barnard. The two discuss his remarkable career, Led Zeppelin memories and the latest double disc reissues of the band's studio albums, Presence, In Through The Outdoor and Coda.
Interview aired live on July 16, 2015.
JimmyPage #LedZeppelin #KQMorningShow
The KQ Morning Show interviews Dave Merten about his award-winning Heart Attack Potato Salad from Bacon Bash 2014 and also his delicious business, SnappyDog Salsa. (May 29, 2015)
Candice's interview with Doors' guitarist Robby Krieger from April 2014. #TheDoors #RobbyKrieger