Episode 474

Road Rage 101: Who's the Bad Guy!

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474 Road Rage 101: Who's the Bad Guy!

National Day Calendar: SQUIRREL APPRECIATION DAY

Birthdays: Robert Weston Smith (1938-1995) - Disc jockey known Wolfman Jack over the airwaves.

This day in History: 2004 - NASA's fixes the flash memory card on the Mars Rover Spirit after they lose communication with the device.

Daily Headline: Why is Greenland important (Trump’s Greenland trolling)

Greenland has gained renewed attention after former President Trump revived public commentary about U.S. interest in the territory. Beyond political trolling, Greenland holds strategic value due to its Arctic location, rare earth resources, and military significance. The discussion highlights growing global competition in the Arctic and why major powers increasingly view the region as geopolitically critical.

Daily Commentary: Is Canada going Chinese (Canada/China pals)

Canada’s expanding economic and diplomatic interactions with China have drawn scrutiny amid rising global tensions. Trade agreements, investment ties, and political engagement have fueled debate over national security, economic dependence, and alignment with Western allies. Supporters cite economic opportunity, while critics warn of long-term strategic and sovereignty risks.

Daily Feature: Small franchises breaking under the pressure (Minnesota Milo’s closes)

A small Minnesota franchise, Milo’s, has closed its doors, citing rising costs, labor challenges, and declining margins. The closure reflects broader pressures facing independent and small franchise operators struggling with inflation, rent, and post-pandemic consumer shifts. The trend underscores how economic stress is hitting local businesses harder than national chains.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Lorenzo from Misanthrope Radio 2.0

Cody the Beard as the Last Word.

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News