Best Wcco Podcasts (2024)

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Keeping your passwords in check and secure! 33:39

4d ago33:39

33:39

Another edition of Tech Talk, today we dove into password efficiency and how to keep a constant record of your passwords to increase security. Also, we talked about Dark Web, Brave browser tips, internet service provider options, Starlink new tech, Linux, saving to your desktop and more! Doug Swinhart answers any tech or device questions you may ha…

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Basketball, spaceflight and fishing in the summer! 34:48

4h ago34:48

34:48

We began this hour talking about the NBA Summer League and Team USA with Chris Hine who is out in Las Vegas covering both for the Star Tribune. Also we dive into some hockey talk as the Minnesota Wild are now less than a year away from the expiring Suter/Parise contracts and Developmental Camp begins this next week. Afterwards, we chatted about spa…

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Summer is heating up and Steve Carney hopes to keep up with the casting! 3:48

6h ago3:48

3:48

Now that it is July, the fish are biting more and more so we go outdoors with Steve Carney and see how he handles the plentiful bites this time of year and what it could look like down the homestretch of summer with the weather still heating up!By Audacy

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Stephen Clark with the latest on Starship launch from SpaceX but with a twist! 8:02

6h ago8:02

8:02

There is an upcoming SpaceX launch of Starship with an interesting endgame in the mix - catching the booster on the pad - Stephen Clark of Ars Technica joins us to explain that and the continuous failure to launch with Starship, now seeing its fifth test launch!By Audacy

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Chris Hine with the latest on NBA Summer League and Team USA from Las Vegas! 10:25

6h ago10:25

10:25

It is July, so that means NBA Summer League is here and Team USA are beginning their workouts - we chatted with Chris Hine of the Star Tribune who is battling the summer heat out in Las Vegas - asked him about how much playing time we could see from Anthony Edwards in this tournament, load management during the Olympics and more!…

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Twins win 9-3 over the Astros and remembering Khyree Jackson! 13:18

4h ago13:18

13:18

Steve and Josh recap a Twins win over the Houston Astros 9-3. We recap a historic day for Jose Miranda and a solid outing from Joe Ryan. Also, more on the tragic death of three people including Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson!By Audacy

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Tragedy strikes Minnesota and recapping a crazy ending last night to Twins-Astros! 17:20

2h ago17:20

17:20

It was a wild finish last night at Target Field that didn't quite go the Minnesota Twins way as they fell to the Astros - we recap the loss with some highlights, discuss Jose Miranda’s hot streak and more! Also, Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press joins at the top of the show to give us the latest on the tragic death of Vikings rookie CB Khyree Jack…

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The Mischke Roadshow: Episode 172 / Strangers 1:02:29

9d ago1:02:29

1:02:29

Thoughts from the world of anonymity.

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Analyzing the athleticism of an Olympic athlete! 35:00

4d ago35:00

35:00

We jump into another hour breaking down a local talent competing in gymnastics at the U.S. Olympic trials. Also Steve shares an experience he had this week at Target Center. Then we chatted about Minnesota United and Gopher basketball with Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.By Audacy

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United look to end their slump against Portland and Gophers get a transfer! 10:31

4d ago10:31

10:31

Loons have been on a skid lately but look to end it against Portland. Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press joined us to preview the match and we discussed the new addition for Golden Gopher basketball!By Audacy

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It's a perfect Saturday to break down some sports! 35:00

4d ago35:00

35:00

If you look outside the weather is perfect, so we go outside with Steve Carney talking fishing and the struggle to find them through rough weather. Then Steve Thomson recaps his experience witnessing the USA Gymnastics Olympic Trials at Target Center. We also chatted with Bobby Nightengale of the Star Tribune about the Twins tough loss at Seattle l…

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Twins drop first game in Seattle, Correa injury, Brooks Lee and more with Bobby Nightengale 11:33

4d ago11:33

11:33

Not a great defensive night for the Twins last night and it ultimately contributed to a loss to the Mariners on the road - we recapped the action with Bobby Nightengale of the Star Tribune. Also talked about Correa injury scare, Brooks Lee and the utilization of their farm systemBy Audacy

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Searching for fish among the waters with Steve Carney 6:23

4d ago6:23

6:23

The weather has been very random and has not helped the bite and have made fish tough to follow and find among the waters - Steve Carney takes us outdoors to tell us of his ventures on the water, we talk bait and lures as well.By Audacy

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Phil Miller and Twins-A’s Preview 19:24

12d ago19:24

19:24

Leading you up to the Minnesota Twins in Oakland for a west coast stretch. Talked to Phil Miller of the Star Tribune recapping Friday’s loss, provides a bit of an update on the Sacramento-Las Vegas plans, Twins sluggers flourishing and Steve previews today’s matchup as we bring you the lineup and lead you into the Twins pregame!…

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Fishing in the rain, awaiting the Olympics, and Edmonton forces Game 7! 34:18

12d ago34:18

34:18

A lot to unpack from the past week including the exciting finish at the US Open, we go outdoors with Steve Carney and also the Oilers have roared all the way back from down 3-0 in the series to force a huge Game 7 on Monday. Then we chatted with John Millea, a media specialist with the MSHSL covering the championship games taking place for high sch…

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John Millea takes us inside the MSHSL baseball championship 7:44

12d ago7:44

7:44

In light of recent weather, the championship games for the MSHSL are taking place today over at Target Field so John Millea, who serves as the media specialist for the MSHSL took us inside the park and talked about the anticipation for these players to finally get their moment after weather and a Twins homestand, a chance to play ball on the big st…

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How the rising water levels have affected fishing with Steve Carney 6:42

12d ago6:42

6:42

Time to go outdoors with Steve Carney where we check in on how these rising levels have affected the bite on the lake for him. Also, he talks about a special guest he had on this past week and much more!By Audacy

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Safety on the roads and an update in the MSHSL 36:10

12d ago36:10

36:10

There is a couple of high school games going on over at Target Field - we update on the one crowned champion so far today. We also talk for a bit with Mike Hanson, Director of the Office of Traffic Safety with the Department of Public Safety about a variety of topics regarding road safety including avoiding flooded roadways, construction zones and …

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Navigating Roads in Flooded Areas, Construction Zone Safety and more! 22:46

12d ago22:46

22:46

Plenty to discuss with Mike Hanson, Director of the Office of Traffic Safety with the Department of Public Safety, regarding how to avoid flooded areas, construction areas, trailers and more!By Audacy

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In awe of the Olympic athletes and David LaVaque talking tournaments! 36:50

22d ago36:50

36:50

Final stretch of the show on a Saturday and we dive into (literally) a swimming pool story out of Indianapolis where a crew is piecing together a fascinating Olympic trial facility on the field of Lucas Oil Stadium. Also David LaVaque of the Star Tribune joins to talk lacrosse and other topics in prep sports!…

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David LaVaque on the lacrosse state tournaments, tournament venues and more! 11:06

22d ago11:06

11:06

Tournament season for spring sports is winding down and we talked to Star Tribune prep sports writer and author of “Tourney Time” - David LaVaque to break down the latest in high school lacrosse and much more with tournament venues and even discussed a little bit on his latest book!By Audacy

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Lord Stanley's Cup and Spaceflight! 40:15

22d ago40:15

40:15

We kicked off this hour talking about the Stanley Cup Final as the Florida Panthers look for the sweep tonight in Edmonton and then list off some of the fun facts regarding one of the most coveted trophies in all of sports - Lord Stanley’s Cup! Also we chatted with Stephen Clark about a variety of spaceflight topics!…

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Waiting on Starliner, SpaceX updates and more with Stephen Clark 20:10

22d ago20:10

20:10

A lot to unpack in spaceflight so we talked to Stephen Clark of ArsTechnica about the latest on that launch, an update with SpaceX, a simulation scare and more!By Audacy

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Upkeep of your devices, power cycling and more! 39:58

22d ago39:58

39:58

Installing Linux on Windows 10, PrivaZer, power cycling your device and swapping batteries and much more in this impromptu Tech Talk this Saturday as Doug Swinhart answers your calls and texts with any tech troubleshooting questions you may have!By Audacy

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Did get Caitlin Clark get snubbed? Kevin Lynch on NBA Finals and more! 36:48

22d ago36:48

36:48

Another hour of sports on Saturday, we replayed an interview Dan Gladden sitting down with former Twins closer Joe Nathan. Also discussed Caitlin Clark being left off of Team USA and chatted with Kevin Lynch of Bally Sports North about high school graduation, Celtics-Mavericks Game 4 recap and if Boston can close it out at home in Game 5.…

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Kevin Lynch on high school grad parties, Celtics-Mavericks Game 4 recap and more! 14:11

22d ago14:11

14:11

We had the chance to chat with Kevin Lynch of Bally Sports North, reminiscing about high school, Mavericks dominating the Celtics in Game 4, why the Timberwolves struggled with Luka Doncic while Boston isnt and much more!By Audacy

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Saturday Takeback - US Open, Outdoors, Tim Leighton and more! 48:22

22d ago48:22

48:22

Took Saturday back as the Twins game was postponed. We chatted fishing with Steve Carney. Then we updated everyone on the US Open at Pinehurst #2. Also, big baseball title game coming up Monday for the MSHSL at Target Field so we previewed that with Tim Leighton of the MSHSL discussing the baseball season and deep dive into the officiating aspect o…

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Tim Leighton talks East Ridge-Mounds View, officiating in HS sports and more! 13:34

22d ago13:34

13:34

There was no baseball on Saturday at Target Field but there is on Monday as the Minnesota State High School League hosts the state title game for baseball at Target Field with Mounds View facing off against East Ridge. We talked with Tim Leighton of the MSHSL also about lacrosse, officiating in high school and more !…

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What does the weather mean for a day of fishing for Steve Carney? 9:12

22d ago9:12

9:12

We checked in with Steve Carney on how the bite has been for him as of late and the lake to lake differential with his fishing so far.By Audacy

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Preparing for the rain over at Target Field in a Twins-A’s matinee! 17:22

22d ago17:22

17:22

Recapping Game 4 of the NBA Finals and previewing tonight's Game 4 in Edmonton of the Stanley Cup Final. We also recap the Twins walk off win over the A’s last night as we lead up to Twins pregame.By Audacy

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Twins Try to Turn Their Struggles Around 11:16

29d ago11:16

11:16

The Twins couldn't shake the losing bug on Friday, dropping the series opener in Pittsburgh. Star Tribune beat writer Bobby Nightengale tells us how the team can break through in Saturday's matinee.By Audacy

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Fishing Into the Wind 6:26

29d ago6:26

6:26

How did this week's rain and wind affect fishing conditions around the state? Outdoorsman Steve Carney provides an update on the conditions.By Audacy

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Another Busy Weekend Across the Sports Landscape 50:04

29d ago50:04

50:04

Steve Thomson gets some angling updates from Steve Carney and chats with Bobby Nightengale about the Twins' recent struggles. He also dives into the NBA Finals and the Stanley Cup Final.By Audacy

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Back with a Message of Digital Protection 33:29

29d ago33:29

33:29

After a few weeks away, Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart dig out some time to answer your computer questions. Topics on this edition include info on Proton privacy services, handling your tech in the Summer heat, and advice for getting your high school graduate that new computer for college.By Audacy

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A new era for the Minnesota Wild and Twins looking to win again in Houston! 16:18

1M ago16:18

16:18

Steve Carney joins us to head outdoors and check in on how the fish are biting, also we react briefly to the Minnesota Wild letting go Darby Hendrickson as their assistant coach, then we dive into some highlights from another brilliant outing from Pablo Lopez in yesterday's 6-1 win ahead of today’s game where we will see Joe Ryan get the rubber for…

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The Mischke Roadshow: Episode 171 / Pops 54:25

1M ago54:25

54:25

A man who's been a commercial fisherman for over 80 years presents a meditation on the concept of work.

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Timberwolves look to rebound, Tragedy in PGA and Steve Carney 34:58

1M ago34:58

34:58

Began this hour with Kevin Lynch of Bally Sports North breaking down the crushing Timberwolves loss last night at home in Game 2 and now head to Dallas down 2-0 in the Western Conference Finals. Also tragedy struck the PGA, MNUFC being featured tonight on AppleTV for FREE, and we head outdoors with Steve Carney…

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Checking in on the bite with Steve Carney 3:50

1M ago3:50

3:50

We head outdoors with Steve Carney seeing where he has been dropping a line and where he is headed this coming week with the nice weather headed our way!By Audacy

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Kevin Lynch breaks down the Game 2 loss, Luka Doncic and key adjustments 13:53

1M ago13:53

13:53

Many are still feeling the heartbreak of the Timberwolves’ Game 2 loss against the Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals and now they head to Dallas on Sunday for Game 3 down 2-0 in the series. Kevin Lynch of Bally Sports North joined us to recap Luka’s three point dagger to put the Mavericks ahead, the whereabouts of Karl Anthony Towns and An…

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Kirilloff leads Twins to a win and Natalie Darwitz joins! 15:05

1M ago15:05

15:05

Recapping a fourth straight Twins win on the back of an Alex Kirilloff homerun in the eighth inning and we talked to PWHL Minnesota GM Natalie Darwitz ahead of a potential title tomorrow in Saint Paul!By Audacy

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Natalie Darwitz, PWHL Minnesota looking to make history tomorrow! 11:50

1M ago11:50

11:50

We could possibly see a title in Minnesota as the PWHL Minnesota squad looks to win tomorrow afternoon against PWHL Boston in Game 4 of the PWHL Walter Cup Final at the Xcel Energy Center. We chatted with PWHL General Manager, USA and Minnesota hockey great Natalie Darwitz about this incredible run this team has been on from a last minute playoff c…

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Phil Miller previews Twins-Rangers on a picturesque Saturday at Target Field! 18:23

1M ago18:23

18:23

It's a beautiful day outside and it is perfect weather for baseball so Phil Miller, who covers the Minnesota Twins for the Star Tribune joined us to preview today's game, Jhoan Duran bobblehead day and we also play back some of the highlights from last nights Twins win and clubhouse reaction as we lead you into Twins pregame!…

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Heading outdoors for fishing and baseball 16:22

2M ago16:22

16:22

Final home stretch on a Saturday, we talked to Steve Carney about his fishing ventures for the Minnesota Fishing Opener last weekend and chatted with Bobby Nightengale about the tough Twins loss last night in Cleveland, the return of Byron Buxton and preview Bailey Ober’s start today as we lead you into pregame for Twins and Guardians!…

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Byron Buxton is back and the Twins look to bounce back! 8:15

2M ago8:15

8:15

Bobby Nightengale covers the Minnesota Twins for the Star Tribune and he joined us to preview this afternoon’s game including the return of Byron Buxton - we also preview Bailey Ober’s start today and recap last night's loss to Cleveland.By Audacy

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Recapping the 2024 Minnesota fishing opener with Steve Carney 6:18

2M ago6:18

6:18

It's been a beautiful but rainy week since the fishing opener and we caught up with Steve Carney to see how the bite was on his end and where he is heading to in the coming week.By Audacy

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Sports-packed Saturday - Wolves, PWHL, Twins, and Scottie Scheffler 34:33

2M ago34:33

34:33

From Chris Hine previewing Game 7 in Denver to PWHL Minnesota overcoming a 2-0 series deficit to advance to the PWHL Finals against Boston next week to the Minnesota Twins dropping their game to Cleveland last night we packed in a lot to this hour of sports on a Saturday and yes we discussed Scottie Scheffler being arrested…

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Chris Hine previews a much anticipated Game 7 in Denver 11:50

2M ago11:50

11:50

Chris Hine covers the Minnesota Timberwolves for the Star Tribune and joined us to preview tomorrow night's tip off in Denver where the Timberwolves look to advance to the Western Conference Finals with a win. We dive into Mike Conley’s status, how Denver is preparing for ANT and more!By Audacy

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Ready to Cast That First Line 4:07

2M ago4:07

4:07

The Governor's Walleye Fishing Opener is less than seven days away. Outdoorsman Steve Carney gives us an idea of what to know going into the 2024 event.By Audacy

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Haven't Seen This Place in a While 9:50

2M ago9:50

9:50

So what's the Timberwolves' reward for winning their first playoff series in 20 years? How about the defending champions? Bally Sports North basketball analyst Kevin Lynch dives into the Wolves-Nuggets series that begins on Saturday night.By Audacy

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A Cornucopia of Sports Action 36:25

2M ago36:25

36:25

Steve brings us a ton of sports headlines on this first Saturday of May. He talks MLB, NBA, NHL, PGA, and the Kentucky Derby. BSN basketball analyst Kevin Lynch digs into the Wolves-Nuggets series. Steve Carney previews the upcoming Walleye Fishing Opener.By Audacy

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