Best Vikings Report Podcasts (2025)

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Purpose Through Sports: How The Vikings’ Brett Taber Drives Social Impact 56:06

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In this episode of The Transaction Report, host Steve Feuerstein sit down with Brett Taber — Vice President of Social Impact for the Minnesota Vikings — to explore how sports teams can move beyond charity into true community transformation. From feeding 250,000 kids through the Vikings Table program to growing the game with girls flag football, Bre…

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Talk North Sports Report 1:09:27

22d ago1:09:27

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Mark Rosen emcees our roundtable with Rebekkah Brunson, LaVelle Neal, Jon Krawczynski, Jim Souhan, and Steve Janaszak at Parlay Kitchen & Bar. Presented by Parlay Kitchen and Bar (https://www.parlaymn.com/main-menu) & Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com)By Talk North

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JK & Alec 43:24

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The crossover you've all been waiting for! Jon Krawczynski and Alec Lewis look at burning questions ahead of Vikings training camp. From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (wwwaquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Da…

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ESPN’s Mina Kimes talks 2025 Vikings roster, J.J. McCarthy pressure and more: Ep. 94 | Presented by First Resource Bank 34:20

3d ago34:20

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Mina Kimes, who talks about the NFL for ESPN and hosts The Mina Kimes Show, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about the 2025 Vikings. They discuss the team’s roster, season expectations, J.J. McCarthy, Brian Flores, the Vikings’ cornerback room and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entr…

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Bonus: No War With Iran Feat. Rep. Ilhan Omar 19:40

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War: There's nothing worse. Yet the U.S. can't seem to stop waging it, with our latest target, Iran, being subjected to around dozen 30,000-pound GBU-57 "bunker buster" bombs on June 21. The illegal preemptive attack may have set Iran's nuclear program back by only a few months, according to one preliminary classified report. One day later, Preside…

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Politickin’ and Puntin’ Feat. Ex-MN Viking Chris Kluwe 46:27

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Punter. Activist. Rocker. Writer. Gamer. And, now, politician. Ex-Viking Chris Kluwe endeared himself to (most) Minnesotans for eight seasons as he booted the ball while fighting for LGBTQ+ rights. From July 3-6, Kluwe will make his triumphant return to this state as a guest at sci-fi convention CONVergence in downtown Minneapolis. Before that, we …

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Adrian's fists & Vikings lines 30:30

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Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan on fighting Adrian, final Jaire thoughts and the Vikings' upgraded lines. From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (wwwaquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twillmn.com/), Ch…

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KFAN’s Eric Nordquist talks realistic expectations for J.J. McCarthy and more: Ep. 93 | Presented by First Resource Bank 51:35

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Eric Nordquist, who produces 9 to Noon on KFAN, joins Alec Lewis to talk about what he’s looking forward to for training camp. They realistic expectations for J.J. McCarthy, J.J.’s arm strength, the new-look defensive line, how to feel about the cornerback position, and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of …

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The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman talks Jordan Love, Matt LaFleur, Packers CB room and more: Ep. 92 | Presented by First Resource Bank 40:36

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Matt Schneidman, the Green Bay Packers beat writer at The Athletic, joins The Alec Lewis Show to give the perspective from behind enemy lines. He and Lewis discuss Jordan Love's expectations, Matt Lafleur's future, the Packers CB room, what he thinks of Green Bay's odds in the NFC North and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which…

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Josh Metellus’s extension, J.J. McCarthy’s arm, Mr. Mankato players to watch and more: Ep. 91 | Presented by First Resource Bank 45:19

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Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, answers listeners questions in the weekly mailbag. He goes through many of the most pressing conversations: Josh Metellus's potential extension, J.J. McCarthy's arm, Jordan Mason's eventual workload, the cornerback room and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serv…

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Previewing SWAY | LIVE 2025 with Sheri Fitts 15:13

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The third edition of the retirement industry’s least traditional conference is coming up Aug. 3–5 in Milwaukee, Wis. To get the low-down, we spoke with organizer Sheri Fitts, a well-known expert in personal branding for financial advisors and 401(k) marketing. Audio here Sheri explains what sets the conference apart. It focuses on helping attendees…

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Direct Hits Only: The Art of Experiential Marketing With Brad Nierenberg 59:57

22d ago59:57

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In this episode of The Transaction Report, we sit down with Brad Nierenberg — founder and CEO of RedPeg Marketing and a pioneer in experiential brand strategy — to unpack what it really means to create a “direct hit” in marketing. From Bud and Miller promotions on the streets of D.C. to massive global gaming activations, Brad shares how meaningful …

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ESPN’s Kevin Seifert talks J.J. McCarthy, Josh Metellus and Vikings minicamp: Ep. 90 | Presented by First Resource Bank 39:16

22d ago39:16

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Kevin Seifert, ESPN’s Vikings beat writer, joins The Alec Lewis Show to discuss what he saw in minicamp. Seifert and Lewis discuss J.J. McCarthy’s performance, Justin Jefferson’s presence, Josh Metellus’s contract and much more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals…

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Our Big Forever Chemical Problem Feat. Reporters Sharon Udasin and Rachel Frazin 43:06

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Two veteran reporters from The Hill—Sharon Udasin and Rachel Frazin—drop by the pod to discuss their new book, Poisoning the Well: How Forever Chemicals Contaminated America, which dropped this past April via Island Press. You'll learn about the accidental origins of PFAS chemicals, their consumer-facing ubiquity, and the massive health risk they p…

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Jaire, Marshall, Page 35:58

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Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan on Jaire Alexander, Jim Marshall and Alan Page. Plus: Lindsey Young and Aaron Rodgers. From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (wwwaquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twil…

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Vikings minicamp reaction: Who made the play of the day? What else stood out? Ep. 89 | Presented by First Resource Bank 36:10

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Alec Lewis, the Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, talks about what he saw Tuesday at Vikings mandatory minicamp. Lewis touches on J.J. McCarthy, Dallas Turner, and other players who stood out. He also gave his thoughts on Christian Darrisaw's return to the field and Josh Oliver's extension. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which se…

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Episode 30: Dan Ariely 53:55

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The Fan Formula: World-Renowned Social Scientist Dan Ariely on Fans, Brands, and Engagement In this episode of The Transaction Report, we sit down with Dan Ariely — renowned behavioral economist, bestselling author, and professor at Duke University — to explore the psychology behind fandom, value, and why we buy in. From saving habits in the slums …

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How will the Vikings’ offense evolve in 2025? Coach and author Bobby Peters provides thoughts: Ep. 88 | Presented by First Resource Bank 33:44

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Bobby Peters, a coach and author and podcast host, joins The Alec Lewis Show to discuss the Minnesota Vikings offense. Peters dissects why Kevin O’Connell is as impressive a play-caller as he is. Peters also touches on how the system might evolve in 2025 with J.J. McCarthy as the quarterbacks. They talk about O’Connell’s run game and much more. Thi…

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JJ, Jalen & Vikings' path 31:54

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Are the Lions still the best team in North? On Jefferson's work ethic, LSU heritage and Vikings' secondary From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (wwwaquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twillmn.com/), …

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Another J.J. McCarthy practice report, more OTA tidbits and the Jalen Ramsey convo: Ep. 87 | Presented by First Resource Bank 43:36

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Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, gives another practice report on quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Lewis also goes through what else he noticed at the second OTA practice open to the media. Some of the conversation focuses on the team’s cornerback room, and how that relates to the Jalen Ramsey conversation. This show is pres…

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Knut A. Rostad: Why EBSA Crypto Guidance Reversal is 'Absolutely Awful Decision' 9:09

1M ago9:09

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Recently the Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employee Benefits Security Administration announced that it has rescinded its 2022 guidance that discouraged retirement plan fiduciaries from including cryptocurrency investments in 401(k) plans. The move is seen as a removal of a big regulatory roadblock that forced plan fiduciaries to exercise “extreme car…

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How to Launch a Writer-Owned News/Arts/Culture Publication 1:05:55

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It's a Very Special Episode of RacketCast! No guests this week. Instead, three of Racket's four co-owner/editors—Jay Boller, Em Cassel, and Keith Harris—will share the origin story of our local news, arts, and culture publication, which'll turn four this summer. All it takes? Four laid-off schmucks with a combined $4,000, plenty of Covid-era unempl…

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How’d J.J. McCarthy look at OTAs? What else stood out? Ep. 86 | Presented by First Resource Bank 34:51

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Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, talks about how J.J. McCarthy looked at Wednesday's OTAs. It was McCarthy’s first time back on the field in a competitive setting since last fall. Lewis also discusses Jalen Nailor, Justin Jefferson, Dallas Turner and more in this latest episode. This show is presented by First Resource…

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JJ, Diggs, Arodg & Vikes loving Wolves 35:45

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Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan talk about NFL players' love of NBA, the Diggs trade, and Rodgers. From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (wwwaquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twillmn.com/), Chu Visio…

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What excites KFAN’s Paul Allen most about the possibilities for 2025? Ep. 85 | Presented by First Resource Bank 44:27

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Paul Allen, the host of KFAN’s Nine to Noon, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about the 2025 Vikings season. Allen goes through the schedule. He also talks about J.J. McCarthy. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more…

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JJ, Caleb & the Wilfs 35:34

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Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan on the Wilfs' 20-yr anniversary, book on Caleb & JJ's upside. Plus: Tush Push? From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (wwwaquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twillmn.com/…

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Odds Caleb Williams forced his way to Minnesota, and early Vikings-Bears opener thoughts with The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain: Ep. 84 | Presented by First Resource Bank 41:23

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Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic’s Chicago Bears beat writer, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about the recent Caleb Williams reporting. Did he almost become a Vikings quarterback? How close was he to trying to force his way away from Chicago? With Ben Johnson now in the fold, what are the vibes around the Bears, and what early thoughts should we hav…

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Terrorized In Your Own Home Feat. Davis Moturi 1:20:42

2M ago1:20:42

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The horror Davis Moturi and his wife, Caroline, experienced after moving into a cute white house on Grand Avenue in south Minneapolis has been well-documented. Moturi, a 34-year-old Black man, quickly realized his neighbor, 54-year-old white man John Sawchak, was determined to make his life hell. Beginning in 2023, Sawchak's seemingly endless assau…

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Vikings' schedule & projection 29:58

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Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan on the Vikings' schedule and our picks for how they'll finish From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twillmn.com/), Chu Vision In…

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SeventySix Capital’s Wayne Kimmel: Investing in AI, Betting & Broadcasts 1:01:13

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In this episode of The Transaction Report, we sit down with Wayne Kimmel — Managing Partner of SeventySix Capital and one of the most forward-thinking investors in sports tech — to explore the future of the $3 trillion sports industry. From augmented reality broadcasts to NIL's impact on pro endorsements, Wayne shares sharp insights on how technolo…

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Vikings schedule prediction, toughest stretch, favorite games and more: Ep. 83 | Presented by First Resource Bank 39:48

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Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer at The Athletic, goes through the 2025 schedule. He predicts the schedule, talks through toughest tests and favorite games. Lewis also highlights some of the most interesting aspects with each performance and takes questions. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small…

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Unlocking SMB Market Success with 401GO’s Stan Smith 20:51

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One of the most promising—and rapidly evolving—segments of the retirement plan industry is the small- to medium-sized business (SMB) market. With a wave of government incentives and employee expectations for workplace benefits on the rise, the time is ripe for innovation and growth. To help unpack the challenges and opportunities in serving this cr…

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What’s the best-case scenario for J.J. McCarthy in 2025? The Athletic’s Robert Mays offers thoughts: Ep. 82 | Presented by First Resource Bank 37:37

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Robert Mays, the host of The Athletic Football Show, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about the Vikings’ offseason. He gives thoughts on the offseason moves, beginning with free agency and ending with the draft. He and Lewis discuss expectations for J.J. McCarthy and more. They also touch on the cornerback room and secondary. This show is presente…

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The Washington Commanders’ Former Chief Strategy Officer: Shripal Shah on AI, Sponsorship & Fan Engagement 1:08:30

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In this episode of The Transaction Report, we sit down with Shripal Shah — former Chief Strategy Officer of the Washington Commanders and current Chief Digital Officer at Next League — to unpack the future of sports marketing. From the early days of mobile content to today’s AI-driven personalization, Shripal shares hard-earned insights on building…

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Vikings' culture, Kwesi & VG 33:15

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What the Van Ginkel signing means and what Kwesi not signing means. From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (wwwaquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twillmn.com/), Chu Vision Institute (www.chuvision.com…

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Bonus: Wait, IS MN Beer In Trouble? Feat. David Berg of Schell's 20:36

2M ago20:36

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Last fall Racket surveyed 44 Minnesota brewing pros and found that 63.6% believe the industry is in a positive place—not bad! Last month Racket highlighted Axios reporting that showed a 10.8% boost in Minnesota craft brewery production last year—nice! But David Berg, the longtime brewmaster at August Schell Brewing Co., isn't convinced by those typ…

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Who is Pete Bercich’s favorite Vikings pick? What’s most to like about Donovan Jackson? Ep. 81 | Presented By First Resource Bank 59:50

2M ago59:50

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Pete Bercich, the analyst for the Vikings radio network and Vikings entertainment network, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about Minnesota’s draft. He offers some thoughts on his favorite pick, what he likes most about first-rounder Donovan Jackson, and what he hopes to see from Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins. They also touch on the cornerback room and se…

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The Next M&A Frontier: Chris Russo on Investment Opportunities in Youth and Women's Sports 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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In this episode of The Transaction Report, host Steve Feuerstein sits down with Chris Russo — former head of digital at the NFL, founder of Big Lead Sports, and longtime sports investment banker — for a deep dive into the evolving business of sport. From pioneering digital fan engagement in the early 2000s to advising billion-dollar transactions at…

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How should we grade the Vikings’ draft? Who are the most interesting UDFAs? ALL CITY’s Fran Duffy offers thoughts: Ep. 80 | Presented by First Resource Bank 44:46

2M ago44:46

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Fran Duffy, an NFL Draft expert for the ALL CITY network, joins The Alec Lewis Show to give his thoughts on the Vikings’ five picks in the 2025 NFL Draft. They talk about Donovan Jackson, Tai Felton, Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins. Which UDFAs are the most interesting? Why is Duffy so fascinated by Nebraska’s Tommi Hill? Duffy and Lewis discuss. Here is a l…

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Timberwolves Playoffs Explainer for Dummies Feat. Podcaster Dane Moore 1:10:16

2M ago1:10:16

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A fresh RacketCast ep, out one day early due to Wolves Fever gripping the state. Is it unwise to keep calling our listeners "dummies"? Perhaps, but that's what we did with our Twins preview pod, and we're doing it again for this Timberwolves explainer featuring the great podcaster Dane Moore. Dane joined us Wednesday afternoon from L.A., where hour…

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Minnesota Vikings roster nuggets: J.J. McCarthy’s workout, UDFA players to watch and more (Ep. 79) | Presented by First Resource Bank 45:39

2M ago45:39

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Alec Lewis, The Athletic’s Vikings beat writer, discusses what it was like to watch J.J. McCarthy work out Tuesday at the TCO Performance. Lewis also touches on why fans should be excited about McCarthy. He also answers questions about undrafted players to monitor, potential improvements and changes to the run game, why the team operated the way it…

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Vikings get offensive 31:08

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Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan on the Vikings leaning into offense, and why Sanders fell. From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (www.aquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (www.twillmn.com/), Chu Vision Insti…

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Exploring Guaranteed Income in DC Plan Trends with Allianz Life’s Matt Stubblefield 19:49

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The integration of guaranteed lifetime income solutions into workplace retirement plans remains a hot topic among plan advisors, sponsors and participants. To get an idea of the current state of these efforts, we talk with Matt Stubblefield, Aggregator Channel Director at Allianz, who highlights some key findings from a new report by the Allianz Ce…

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Minnesota Vikings draft nuggets: Donovan Jackson pick, trade back conversation, Day 2 names to monitor and more (Ep. 78) | Presented by First Resource Bank 36:47

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Donovan Jackson pick, trade back conversation, Day 2 names to monitor, and more (Ep. 78) | Presented by First Resource Bank Alec Lewis, the Minnesota Vikings beat writer for The Athletic, talks about the Vikings' decision to draft Donovan Jackson with the No. 24 pick. He discusses what he's heard from folks in the league about Jackson, and why Jack…

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Stretching the Sports Sponsorship Spend: Josh Whiteside’s Brand Performance Playbook 1:01:32

2M ago1:01:32

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In this episode of The Transaction Report, host Steve Feuerstein sits down with Josh Whiteside, Chief Marketing Officer of the South Carolina Education Lottery, to break down the business behind one of the most efficient sponsorship operations in the public sector. From stretching a $12 million marketing budget across college athletics to funding o…

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Bonus: Should MN Ban Billboards? Feat. Sen. John Marty 23:01

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We're still figuring out what types of conversations y'all wanna hear on RacketCast, and our first experiment with a newsier, shorter installment was a certified hit. So here's another bonus ep along those lines: our chat with veteran state Sen. John Marty (DFL-Roseville) about whether Minnesota should ban billboards. Marty's eye-catching new bill …

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Vikings draft strategies 30:28

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Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan on what they think the Vikings should do - trade up, down, stay pat. Plus: Kirk Cousins? From Aquarius Home Services Studio Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order Supported by Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (h…

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ESPN’s Jordan Reid reacts to Vikings draft predictions and explains his own picks for Minnesota: Ep. 77 | Presented by First Resource Bank 36:03

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Jordan Reid, a college football and NFL Draft analyst for ESPN, joins the show to give his predictions for the Vikings draft. He talks about offensive linemen Grey Zabel, Donovan Jackson and Tyler Booker. He explains why he selected Nick Emmanwori in his mock draft. Reid also gives some under-the-radar prospects for later in the draft who make sens…

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Building the Perfect Cheeseburger feat. Angry Line Cook and Burger Daddies 1:57:34

3M ago1:57:34

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Twin Cities burger freaks: This is the episode for you. The proprietors of two elite food trucks—Angry Line Cook (Jesse Hedman and Mona Negasi) and Burger Daddies (Nikki and Brian Podgorski)—dropped by our studio for a long conversation about cheeseburgers, building your business from scratch, and life in the trenches of the food industry. (FYI: Wh…

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From Adidas to Reebok: President & CEO Uli Becker on Building Global Brands Through Sport 59:15

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In this episode of The Transaction Report, CEO of SportsBiz and host Steve Feuerstein sits down with Uli Becker, former President of Reebok and Global CMO of Adidas, to unpack the strategy behind some of the most iconic sponsorship campaigns in sports marketing history. From orchestrating Adidas’ landmark 2006 FIFA World Cup activation to pioneerin…