Chad Hartman
5,700 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 20 hours ago - ★★★★ - 62 ratingsThe Chad Hartman Show — A veteran of the radio scene in the Twin Cities,
Chad is known for his work in sports, including as the one time play-by-play
voice of the Minnesota Timberwolves. But he’s also known for knowledge of
the issues, which makes him one of the best interviewers in the business.
But make no mistake, Chad likes to have a lot of fun. And if you don’t
believe it, ask Adam.
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Episodes
NBC thinking twice about Ronna McDaniel & celebs for president
March 26, 2024 20:12 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBChad rips NBC News for reportedly planning to reverse course on hiring for RNC head Ronna McDaniel as a contributor to their news product. Plus, if you're sick and tired of today's politicians, who would you like to see run for president that is currently outside the world of politics?
Chad addresses reports that NBC is reversing course on hiring Ronna McDaniel
March 26, 2024 20:09 - 22 minutes - 21 MBChad responds to reports that NBC News is planning to dump Ronna McDaniel after complaints from journalists inside their organization about hiring her. Chad isn't impressed by the executives' backpedaling.
If you're sick of today's politicians, who do you want to see run for president?
March 26, 2024 20:06 - 6 minutes - 5.77 MBWould Mark Cuban be your ideal presidential candidate from outside the world of traditional politicians? How about The Rock? Oprah? Chad shares some names that intrigue him and listeners nominate several more.
Rep. Harry Niska discusses advocating for religious groups to hire people adhering to their beliefs
March 26, 2024 19:35 - 14 minutes - 13 MBRepresentative Harry Niska joins Chad to talk about a push from him and fellow Republicans to restore an exemption to the Minnesota Human Rights Act allowing religious groups to avoid legal issues for gender-identity based discrimination.
Jamie Yuccas talks about the magic of life-long friendships
March 26, 2024 19:31 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBChad's weekly conversation with Jamie Yuccas turns towards an experience he had recently and the power and magic of long friendships that never miss a beat.
Rep. Harry Niska & Jamie Yuccas
March 26, 2024 19:20 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBRepresentative Harry Niska joins Chad to talk about a push from him and fellow Republicans to restore an exemption to the Minnesota Human Rights Act allowing religious groups to avoid legal issues for gender-identity based discrimination. Later, Jamie Yuccas joins to talk about the power of long-lasting friendships.
Baltimore bridge collapse, Minnesota moments & Ask Adam Anything
March 26, 2024 18:43 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBA conversation about the bridge collapse in Baltimore leads to memories of some of the biggest moments we've lived through in Minnesota, both good and bad. Plus, Adam Carter is back for some fun with Ask Adam Anything!
Has there been human sex in space? Ask Adam Anything!
March 26, 2024 18:37 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBNoted Russian space sex expert Adam Carter joins Chad for two segments of fun and controversy with our weekly game of Ask Adam Anything!
Which Minnesota moments, good and bad, are still clear in your memory?
March 26, 2024 18:14 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBIn speaking about the bridge collapse in Baltimore, Chad is certainly reminded of the 35W bridge collapse in Minneapolis and several other big moments in Minnesota history that he and others will never forget.
Chip Scoggins & Kyle Potter
March 25, 2024 20:10 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBWe have plenty of good sports topics to discuss with Chip Scoggins during his regular Monday visit with Chad before Kyle Potter of Thrifty Traveler joins to talk about Delta and Sun Country battling for customers at MSP airport.
A battle between Delta and Sun Country is heating up at MSP
March 25, 2024 20:08 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBMSP airport is at the heart of a battle for customers between Delta and Sun Country Airlines. Kyle Potter of Thrifty Traveler joins Chad to talk about what he's seeing and how it's impacting both companies.
What is it about Naz Reid that Wolves fans have fallen in love with?
March 25, 2024 19:45 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBWe had plenty to talk about with Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins today including the love Naz Reid feels from Wolves fans, problems with NIL, Kim Mulkey, the NCAA tournament and more!
Chad courageously makes a strong stance against basement flooding!
March 25, 2024 19:28 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBNot many broadcasters will take a stand by saying a flooded basement is Overrated. Leave it to Chad Hartman to show the courage to do so during Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated!
Chad rips Kathy Cargill over her temper tantrum
March 25, 2024 19:17 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBKathy Cargill told the Wall St. Journal that she's no longer planning on wonderful improvements to Park Point in Duluth after questions came her way from Mayor Roger Reinert and residents of the area. Chad takes issue with what she said and her entitled attitude.
Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated & Kathy Cargill vs Duluth
March 25, 2024 19:14 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBMark Freie joins Chad and Dave for our weekly fun with Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated before Chad discusses the latest twists and turns of the saga involving Kathy Cargill buying up homes in Duluth.
What are you favorite high school/college films?
March 25, 2024 19:04 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBSunday marked 40 years since the detention day for The Breakfast Club kids. What are your favorite high school or college movies?
Chad defends NBC hiring Ronna McDaniel as a political analyst
March 25, 2024 18:51 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBChuck Todd joined Meet The Press yesterday and ripped NBC for hiring former RNC head Ronda McDaniel. Chad heard the criticism but disagrees with Todd.
Fun with Adam Carter, Ronna McDaniel at NBC & great high school/college movies
March 25, 2024 18:37 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBAdam Carter sticks around with Chad to have some fun and talk about Chuck Todd ripping NBC executives over hiring for RNC head Ronna McDaniel. Later, we discuss some of the great high school and college movies.
Who is allowed to speak out about a high-profile legal case?
March 22, 2024 20:12 - 9 minutes - 8.7 MBRegarding the case of Trooper Ryan Londregan, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar says, "members of Congress who don't represent Hennepin County should not be weighing in on this." Do you agree?
Princess Kate's cancer diagnosis, representatives speaking on the Londregan case & Am I Wrong?
March 22, 2024 20:08 - 37 minutes - 34 MBChad opens the show talking more about Princess Catherine's cancer diagnosis and how the Royal family handled the news and sharing it with the public. He also discusses Congresswoman Ilhan Omar sharing her opinion that Congressmembers not representing her district shouldn't comment on the Ryan Londregan case. Plus, we have some fun with Am I Wrong? to wrap up the week!
French Bulldogs are ugly. Am I Wrong?
March 22, 2024 20:05 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBDave Harrigan leads us through Am I Wrong? to wrap up the week with big opinions on the NCAA tournament, telling us about your bracket, Coney Island hot dogs and the popularity of the French Bulldog.
What is Marjorie Taylor Greene's motivation for calling to oust Mike Johnson as Speaker?
March 22, 2024 19:13 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBFormer congressman Vin Weber joins Chad with excellent information and opinion on congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene calling for Mike Johnson's job as Speaker of the House today. Plus, great stuff from Vin on several other political issues.
Feisty Friday with Sheletta & Vin Weber
March 22, 2024 19:10 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBSheletta Brundidge opens the hour with Chad discussing the breaking news of Princess Catherine's cancer diagnosis and the latest magazine cover featuring Sheletta. Plus, former congressman Vin Weber joins to talk about a number of issues in Washington, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene calling for Mike Johnson to be out as Speaker of the House.
Sheletta Brundidge and Chad react to the news of Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis
March 22, 2024 18:57 - 19 minutes - 18 MBIt's a Feisty Friday and before Chad and Sheletta get to her latest magazine cover shoot, they discuss the breaking news of Princess Catherine's cancer diagnosis and Sheletta takes issue with continued bad PR and lies from the Royal family that have made it difficult on Kate and William.
Did Chad cost a young woman her job at an ice cream shop?
March 22, 2024 18:41 - 21 minutes - 20 MBShould Chad feel guilty about possibly causing a young woman her job at an ice cream shop because he couldn't just keep his mouth shut?
Dan Gladden talks Twins and brags up his suitcase packing skills
March 22, 2024 18:34 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBTwins broadcaster Dan Gladden joins Chad to talk about how the ballclub looks with under a week until the season opener, what's surprised him throughout spring training, and some other nonsense as usual.
Why are we working? & Dan Gladden
March 22, 2024 18:27 - 38 minutes - 35 MBThe Twins were supposed to be on the air today but the rain changed everything. Chad opens the show with an update to the ice cream shop controversy from a couple weeks ago before a conversation with Dan Gladden about how the Twins look near the end of spring training.
What is Chad's problem with other people's clutter? Jason DeRusha explores.
March 21, 2024 20:18 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBWhy does Chad mind it so much when a fellow WCCO host leaves something in the studio, even if the item is completely out of his way? We explored that early on today during our regular Thursday visit with Jason DeRusha.
Ken Barlow & Jason DeRusha
March 21, 2024 20:14 - 33 minutes - 31 MBKen Barlow of KSTP-TV joins Chad by sharing his honesty and vulnerability in discussing a recent struggle with deep depression and he made it through some difficulty days. Later, Jason DeRusha joins for some fun with a few nonsense topics and talk about the latest with the Minneapolis City Council and rideshare companies.
Ken Barlow opens up about a recent battle with deep depression
March 21, 2024 19:39 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBKSTP-TV meteorologist Ken Barlow has been very public in sharing about his battles with depression. He joined Chad to talk about a recent struggle with deep depression and how it had him, 'in the darkest of places' he's ever been.
Bill Guerin & the horn dilemma
March 21, 2024 19:21 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBWild President of Hockey Operations and GM Bill Guerin joins for two segments of hockey talk before a discussion about a traffic dilemma Dave faced yesterday and a former media executive saying Barron Trump is open for criticism now that he's turned 18.
Bill Guerin says he hasn't questioned the Wild's effort all season
March 21, 2024 19:16 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBThe Wild suffered an ugly 6-0 loss last night, but President of Hockey Operations Bill Guerin tells us he doesn't question the team's effort and hasn't all season.
The light is green but the cop in front of you isn't moving. Do you hit the horn?
March 21, 2024 19:06 - 6 minutes - 6.02 MBWhat would you do if stuck behind a police officer that is too distracted to notice a traffic light has turned green?
Dumber Than We Thought with Adam Carter & Lou Raguse on the Londregan hearing
March 21, 2024 18:16 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBAdam Carter sticks around for the first half of the hour for some Dumber Than We Thoughts with Chad and KARE reporter Lou Raguse joins to tell us what happened during a court hearing today for the trooper Ryan Londregan case.
What happened in a court hearing today for the Ryan Londregan case and what's next?
March 21, 2024 18:11 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBKARE-11 reporter Lou Raguse joins Chad to share about today's court hearing in the case of trooper Ryan Londregan and what comes next.
How many US radio shows today will reference Yakov Smirnoff? This one will.
March 21, 2024 17:49 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBNot many US radio broadcasters have the courage to drop a Yakov Smirnoff reference in 2024. Leave it to our fearless friend Adam Carter to do it during a segment of Dumber Than We Thought with Chad.
Wifi in the air, making money off your kids online & Jon Krawczynski
March 20, 2024 20:09 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBWhy is it still so difficult to find a way for everyone to access wifi on a flight? Chad opens with that discussion and some other nonsense before a conversation about 'mommy run' social media accounts and a new proposed law in St. Paul aimed at them. Plus, Jon Krawczynski joins with the latest in the drama of Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez's quest to finish their purchase of the Timberwolves from Glen Taylor.
Are A-Rod and Marc Lore on track to buy the Wolves or not?
March 20, 2024 20:05 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBJon Krawczynski of The Athletic joins Chad with the latest on Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez's efforts to buy the Timberwolves from Glen Taylor and what's coming next as they try to complete the sale.
In 2024 why do we still not have wifi for everyone on every flight?
March 20, 2024 19:52 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBChad opens the hour talking about the lack of available wifi on flights, his love of of crushed ice and meatballs and more.
Why isn't America a happier country compared to the rest of the world?
March 20, 2024 19:46 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBThe US has dropped to #23 on the new rankings of the happiest counties in the world. What's happened to cause the fall and how can it be reversed?
America lacking in happiness & improving pay equity
March 20, 2024 19:45 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBThe US has fallen to 23rd in the rankings of the happiest countries in the world. What's happening to cause the drop? Chad opens the hour with that conversation before a discussion about pay equity and a push to require most Minnesota employers to list salary ranges on all job listings.
Who is against including salary ranges in all job listings?
March 20, 2024 19:34 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBChad discusses a push to mandate that all companies with over 30 employees in Minnesota include salary information on all job listings. Plus, are you interested in knowing what all of your coworkers make?
How we're feeling about the arrival of snow & Tom Hauser
March 20, 2024 18:41 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBAre you feeling more elation or depression about the coming snow storm? Chad opens the show with that topic and a few others before Tom Hauser joins on what's happening locally in politics.
Tom Hauser fully expects the state will step in to keep Uber/Lyft in the metro area
March 20, 2024 18:35 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBWill Uber and Lyft actually leave the metro area or will the state step in to block the actions by the Minneapolis city council? How close is legal sports betting to becoming reality in Minnesota? KSTP-TV political reporter Tom Hauser joined on the latest from St. Paul.
Snow is coming. How are you feeling about it?
March 20, 2024 17:52 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBAre you feeling more elated or depressed about the snow storm coming our way tomorrow night with another shot planned for Sunday? Chad opens the show with that topic and a few more that are on his mind.
Major Garrett joins for an hour split between politics and Ask Major Anything!
March 19, 2024 20:12 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBChad has Major Garrett by his side for the full hour featuring some serious political talk and nonsense with Ask Major Anything!
Don't ever add Major Garrett to a group text. Ask Major Anything!
March 19, 2024 20:10 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBMajor Garrett doesn't want any part of your group text thread, loves both ketchup and mayonnaise, has no respect for the limits on items one can bring to the self-checkout lane. Plenty of controversy as Major subbed for Adam Carter today by playing Ask Major Anything!
Great stuff from Major Garrett on challenges facing Biden and Trump today
March 19, 2024 20:07 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBMajor Garrett speaks about today's Congressional hearing about the US withdrawal from Afghanistan and the latest challenges facing Donald Trump.
Kevin Burke reaction, peak Bruce Willis & Major Garrett
March 19, 2024 19:28 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBChad opens the hour reaction to direct and critical talk from retired judge Kevin Burke related to the Trooper Ryan Londregan case and what Governor Walz said yesterday about the possibility of reassigning the case from Mary Moriarty's office. Plus, we talk about Bruce Willis' great film career on his 69th birthday and Major Garrett joins Chad live in California.
Bruce Willis turns 69 today. When did Bruce hit his peak?
March 19, 2024 19:24 - 6 minutes - 5.89 MBAs Bruce Willis turns 69 today, Chad looks back at his tremendous film career and talks about some of his bigger moments.