News & Views with Joel Heitkamp
2,368 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 34 ratingsNews & Views with Joel Heitkamp is a multi-award winning program where Joel Heitkamp brings his common sense approach to the issues of the day. From politics to public service announcements and sports to government spending, there is a place in the conversation for everyone.
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Jamie Selzer previews the Democratic National Convention with Joel
July 12, 2024 16:55 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB07/12/24: Jamie Selzer is the Democratic National Committee Committeeman, and joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about President Biden and the Democratic National Committee. The national convention takes place August 19-22, and it's gaining attention with the controversy around Joe Biden's campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's the opening weekend for the North Dakota Horse Park!
July 12, 2024 16:51 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MB07/12/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the Director of Communication for the North Dakota Horse Park, Ryan Roshau. This weekend starts a 4 week stretch of weekend racing for the Horse Park, and Ryan tells you all you need to know to get ready for the season. Learn more and get your tickets on their website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Drew Wrigley and Joel Heitkamp talk one year after the fatal Fargo shooting
July 12, 2024 16:47 - 26 minutes - 24 MBTRIGGER WARNING : THERE IS GUNFIRE FROM THE JULY 14 SHOOTING AT 5:58 IN THIS PODCAST. 07/12/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by North Dakota's Attorney General, Drew Wrigley, for a conversation one year after the shooting in Fargo. On July 14, 2023, Fargo police officers Zach Robinson, Andrew Dotas, Tyler Hawes and Jake Wallin were responding to a crash at 25th Street when Fargo resident Mohamad Barakat opened fire. A woman from the crash, Karlee Koswick, was shot and injured by Barakat alon...
Dustin Gawrylow breaks down South Dakota landowner bill
July 11, 2024 19:46 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB07/11/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Dustin Gawrylow, the Founder of Policy Matters and Managing Director of the North Dakota Watchdog Network. Dustin joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about South Dakota's Senate Bill 201. "Senate Bill 201 was named the “Landowner Bill Of Rights” as an act of double-speak propaganda as what the most important feature of the law was to strip away the authority of local County Commissions to protect the rights of their landowners and constituents." Se...
Cody Cashman previews the weekend ahead for the Red River Valley Fair
July 11, 2024 19:39 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB07/11/24: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting live from the Red River Valley Fair, and is joined by the General Manager, Cody Cashman. They talk about everything from the last weekend concerts, to some of the best vendors, to a few of Cody's favorite fair rides. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jade Nielsen of Jade Presents addresses chaotic concert at new UP District
July 11, 2024 12:57 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB07/05/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the founder & president of Jade Presents, Jade Nielsen. On June 29th, Jade Presents debuted their new venue, the UP District Festival Field in Fargo, with a concert from Jo Dee Messina. There was a bit of controversy around the security, set up, and more after the concert, and Jade joins Joel to take all the questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's your last weekend to catch the Red River Valley Fair!
July 10, 2024 20:27 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB07/10/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by the Manager and CEO of the Red River Valley Fair, Cody Cashman. They talk about the fair so far, with the concerts and weather, and what to expect from the last weekend of it. You can catch Blake Shelton, Riley Green, and more on stage this weekend! Check out their vendors, rides, and everything else the fair has to offer this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Governor Tim Walz, "I'm not looking forward to a Donald Trump presidency"
July 10, 2024 19:22 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB07/10/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the Governor of Minnesota, Tim Walz. He joins Joel to have a conversation about the recent flooding in Minnesota, but they also dive into the controversy around President Biden's reelection campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Congressman Peterson says "it's hard to see how that's done" regarding a Farm Bill being passed
July 09, 2024 19:55 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB07/09/24: Congressman Collin Peterson served as the U.S. representative for Minnesota's 7th congressional district from 1991 to 2021. He also served as the chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture. He joins Joel Heitkamp on the KFGO airwaves to talk about the Farm Bill, and if we can still expect to get one, and he shares his thoughts on the Trump/Biden debate and where he stands on support for President Biden today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Support the Richland Wilkin Community Foundation and Titan Machinery Golf Scramble Fundraiser
July 09, 2024 19:35 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MB07/09/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Scott Nicholson, the Development Director of RWCF, and Daric Pfingsten, the General Manager of Titan Machinery Wahpeton. They have a conversation about the golf scramble, how you can join, the beneficiaries of the scramble, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learn more about the FM Area Foundation from Eric Wilkie!
July 09, 2024 17:47 - 8 minutes - 7.46 MB07/09/24: Eric Wilkie is the Executive Director of the FM Area Foundation. He joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about what the Foundation does, their upcoming summer celebration, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senator Jeff Magrum says Doug Burgum "is bad for North Dakota and bad for America"
July 09, 2024 17:40 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB07/09/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by North Dakota State Senator Jeff Magrum on "News and Views." Jeff has represented the Hazleton area in the House 2017-22 (District 28) and Senate since 2023 (District 8). Outside of the legislature, he’s a self-employed businessman and rancher. Joel asks him about an eminent domain issue in the state, giving more rights to the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline. They also dive into national politics where Governor Doug Burgum is involved, and Senator Magru...
Trygve Hammer prefers President Joe Biden would get out of the race
July 08, 2024 20:25 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB07/08/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by candidate for U.S. Congress, Trygve Hammer. Tygve served the country in the US Navy and Marine Corps. In His civilian life, he worked as an airline pilot, a defense contractor, and a security consultant. After returning to North Dakota in 2016, he taught 7-12 grade science and worked on oil rigs in the Bakken, and as a freight rail conductor. – Now, he’s running for Congress to represent North Dakota. He and Joel talk about everythin...
Mark Lindquist gives an update on the Ukraine war
July 08, 2024 19:07 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB07/08/24: Since March of 2022, Mark has been on an unpaid, self-directed humanitarian mission to Ukraine to deliver non-lethal aid directly to Ukrainians. Mark is also a United States Air Force and Afghanistan War Veteran. Mark joins Joel on "News and Views" to give an update on the Ukraine/Russia war and how you can help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ed O'Keefe gives an update on the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library opening in 2026
July 04, 2024 16:20 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB07/04/24: Joel is joined by Ed O'Keefe, the CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation. Ed is a North Dakota native who spent nearly twenty years in journalism as an Executive Producer at ABC, Editor-in-Chief at NowThis, and Senior Vice President at CNN. He updates Joel and the listeners on the progress of the library under construction in Medora, ND, and gives us a history on President Roosevelt. He also talks about his latest book, The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Wo...
History Lesson from Bill Anderson on Independence Day
July 04, 2024 16:15 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB07/04/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by our favorite historian, Bill Anderson, for a conversation on Independence Day! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Head to Devils Lake for a summer trip!
July 04, 2024 16:13 - 8 minutes - 8.13 MB07/04/24: Joel is joined by Tanner Cherney from Devils Lake Tourism for a conversation about Fourth of July activities, fishing, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cara Mund and Danelle Johnson talk about high costs of insulin
July 03, 2024 20:06 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB07/03/24: Cara Mund is filling in for Joel Heitkamp, and is joined in the KFGO studio by Danelle Johnson. Danelle has been a long-time advocate for limiting the price of insulin, and has testified at the North Dakota Legislature regarding the topic. She and Cara have a conversation about insulin costs and what can be done about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cara Mund and Congressman Kinzinger discuss the state of the Republican Party
July 03, 2024 17:34 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MB07/03/24: Former Congressional candidate and Miss America, Cara Mund, fills in for Joel and is joined on the KFGO airwaves by former Representative Adam Kinzinger. Representative Kinzinger represented Illinois in Congress from 2011 to 2023. Cara asks him questions about the changes in the Republican Party, Donald Trump, the future of the GOP, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vogel Law attorneys Mark Friese, Bruce Quick, and Drew Hushka, break down SCOTUS rulings
July 02, 2024 19:39 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB07/02/24: Mark Friese and Bruce Quick are both criminal law attorneys at Vogel Law Firm in Fargo, ND. They're filling in for Joel, and are joined in the KFGO studio by Drew Hushka, a managing partner at Vogel. The three of them talk about some of the recent Supreme Court's opinions on cases including Donald Trump's immunity, firearms, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bruce Quick and Mark Friese talk with Judge Don Hager about veteran courts
July 02, 2024 19:17 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB07/02/24: Vogel Law Firm attorneys Bruce Quick and Mark Friese are filling in for Joel Heitkamp, and are joined by Judge Don Hager on the KFGO airwaves. Judge Hager was appointed as District Court Judge by Governor Jack Dalrymple in 2014 for the Northeast Central Judicial District judgeship #1 located in Grand Forks, and was then elected in 2018. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Friese and Bruce Quick interview Congressman Kelly Armstrong
July 02, 2024 19:12 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB07/02/24/: Mark Friese, criminal law attorney at Vogel Law Firm, and Bruce Quick, criminal defense attorney at Vogel Law Firm, fill in for Joel Heitkamp and are joined by Congressman Kelly Armstrong. They talk about Kelly's former life as an attorney, his thoughts on the recent Supreme Court decision, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trooper Talk with Minnesota and North Dakota State Patrols
July 01, 2024 20:40 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB07/01/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Sargent Andrew Cashin from the North Dakota State Highway Patrol, and Sargent Jesse Grabow from the Minnesota State Patrol. They push for safety and smart choices throughout the summer, and especially during the holiday weekend. They also take calls and answer texts from listeners, varying from topics like tinted windows, roundabouts, construction, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fargo Fire Chief pushes for fire safety during Independence Day
July 01, 2024 20:37 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MB07/01/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO Studio by the Chief of the Fargo Fire Department, Steve Dirksen. They talk about fire safety heading into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, legalities around fireworks, staffing at the Fargo Fire Department, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Vietnam Remembrance Moving Wall is coming to Moorhead in July!
June 26, 2024 20:31 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB06/26/24: Marc Simonet is with the FM Legion Riders, and is often seen at the Moorhead American Legion helping the ND/MN Honor Flight. He joins Joel Heitkamp and Jack Michaels in the KFGO studio to talk about the Vietnam Remembrance Moving Wall coming to Moorhead in July. It'll be there for a few days, starting July 25, and they need volunteers to help while it's in town! Learn more about it and volunteer on their website. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Riaz Aziz breaks down national debt records from Trump and Biden
June 26, 2024 18:21 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MB06/26/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Riaz Aziz in the KFGO studio to dive into the economy. They cover the national debt, questions that Donald Trump and Joe Biden may get in their debate tomorrow, inflation, and more. Riaz Aziz is an Instructor of Economics at Concordia College, and has taught graduate and undergraduate courses in business, economics, management, finance, and entrepreneurship. Riaz is also the CEO of the Begunahi Foundation USA, which is dedicated to educating and empowe...
Merrill Piepkorn wants to bring a new view to Bismarck
June 25, 2024 21:21 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB06/25/24: Merrill Piepkorn has represented District 44 as a ND State Senator since 2017 and is now running for Governor of North Dakota. He wants to bring a new perspective to Bismarck in the fall, and joins Joel in the studio to talk about women's healthcare, negative campaigning, property taxes, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ray Holmberg to plead guilty in child sex case - Joel shares his thoughts
June 25, 2024 20:07 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB06/25/24: Former North Dakota Republican state Sen. Ray Holmberg will plead guilty to traveling to the Czech Republic to have sex with children. In a plea agreement, Holmberg admits that he repeatedly traveled from North Dakota to Prague between 2011 and 2016 to have sex with adolescent-aged children and that there is enough evidence to find him guilty at trial. After this story broke, Joel shares his thoughts on "News and Views." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...
Former US Attorney Tim Purdon breaks down Ray Holmberg guilty plea
June 25, 2024 19:12 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB06/25/24: Tim Purdon has a twenty-five year track record in private practice and in public service, and served as North Dakota’s U.S. Attorney from 2010-2015, and he’s now a Partner at Robins Kaplan. He joins Joel to talk about the news around former republican State Senator Ray Holmberg, who announced he will plead guilty to traveling to the Czech Republic to have sex with children. Tim brings his expertise to the subject and answers Joel's questions about the legal process involving Ray H...
The Red River Valley Fair is June 28 - July 14!
June 25, 2024 19:09 - 8 minutes - 7.71 MB06/25/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the General Manager of the Red River Valley Fair Association, Cody Cashman. Cody talks about the upcoming Red River Valley Fair, and answers questions about the lineup and why they're closing the fair on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June is Home Ownership month! USDA Rural Development elaborates on accomplishments
June 24, 2024 21:01 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB06/24/24: Erin Oban is the North Dakota state director for USDA Rural Development, and is a former North Dakota State Senator. She joins Joel to talk about June being Home Ownership month. She highlights investments and programs the USDA Rural Development makes to support safe, affordable, and accessible housing in rural communities throughout North Dakota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joel live at Binford with Clint Adkins
June 21, 2024 17:58 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB06/21/24: Joel is joined by the PBR Announcer, Clint Adkins, while in Binford, North Dakota for their bull riding rodeo tomorrow, June 22nd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joel live at the PBR Binford Rodeo with Todd LaPlant and Chad Berger
June 21, 2024 17:56 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB06/21/24: Joel is joined by Todd LaPlant and Chad Berger to talk about the 2024 Binford Rodeo taking place tomorrow, June 22nd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Josh Askvig shares the views on property taxes from the AARP
June 20, 2024 21:48 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB06/20/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Josh Askvig, the State Director for AARP North Dakota. Joel and Josh have a conversation about property taxes and how the measure to eliminate property taxes would affect older adults in North Dakota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The McLeod Stampede is coming up!
June 20, 2024 20:07 - 8 minutes - 7.55 MB06/20/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO by Deb to talk about the upcoming McLeod Stampede. The stampede will have everything from bareback riding, to ladies breakaway roping, to bull riding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Downtown Fargo Factor with the Kilbourne Group
June 19, 2024 20:11 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB06/19/24: Sami Harwood is the Director of Marketing for the Kilbourne Group, and Simone Wai is the Creative Director for Folkways. They both join Joel for a conversation about everything going on around Downtown Fargo, including the upcoming Red River Markets, Night Bazaar, and the Troll Portal featured from Detroit Lakes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trygve Hammer hopes to represent North Dakota in the U.S. House
June 19, 2024 19:45 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB06/19/24: Trygve Hammer has served in the military, worked on the oilfield rigs, and taught North Dakota students as a 7-12th grades science teacher, and now he’s running to represent North Dakota in Congress. He joins Joel Heitkamp in the KFGO studio to talk about his campaign. They cover everything from the recent primary election, to his opinion on the Supreme Court, to availability with constituents, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Recycling Reality Check: recycle your bottles, tubs, and jugs!
June 19, 2024 15:47 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB06/18/24: Jen Pickett is the Recycling Coordinator for the City of Fargo, and Mary Aldrich is the Sales Manager at MinnKota EnviroServices. They join Joel in the KFGO studio for another conversation about what to recycle, where to bring used plastic bags, and answer all of your questions around recycling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Table Talk with Ed Schafer and Joel Heitkamp
June 17, 2024 19:02 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB06/17/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio for a monthly segment with former Governor of North Dakota, Ed Schafer. They take calls, read texts, and talk about everything from Burgum's hope to become Trump's running mate, to the recent primary election in North Dakota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FPS Board Member Nikkie Gullickson clarifies teacher raises
June 14, 2024 18:38 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB06/14/24: Nikkie Gullickson has been reelected to the Fargo School Board in Tuesday’s election. She has been on the board since 2020, and previously served as the North Dakota PTA (Parent Teacher Association) President. She answers questions around teacher raises, property taxes, facilities, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bill Anderson gives a North Dakota history lesson
June 14, 2024 18:33 - 15 minutes - 14 MB06/14/24: Bill Anderson talks with Joel about a government crisis in North Dakota 90 years ago with Governor Bill Langer, and the anniversary of the Army today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Congressman Armstrong says automatic weapons shouldn't be legal but bump stocks should
June 14, 2024 18:28 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB06/14/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Congressman Kelly Armstrong after his win on the June 11th primary, earning him a spot on the November ballot for Governor of North Dakota. They talk about the primary election, goals if he's elected governor, and his thoughts on the recent Supreme Court ruling on bump stocks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mayor Mahoney feels good about Fargo city commission election results
June 13, 2024 21:56 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB06/13/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by the Mayor of Fargo, Tim Mahoney. They talk about the recent city election results and what he hopes to do with the remainder of his term, and he also answers some questions around the FM Area Diversion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can we trust the legal system after guilty verdicts for Hunter Biden and Donald Trump?
June 13, 2024 20:35 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB06/13/24: Thane Rosenbaum is a Legal Analyst for CBS News Radio, and is a novelist, essayist, law professor, and author. He and Joel talk about the recent guilty verdicts for Hunter Biden and former President Trump, as well as today's Supreme Court decision to continue allowing access to birth control. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dustin Gawrylow and Joel Heitkamp break down ND primary election results
June 12, 2024 15:11 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MB06/12/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Dustin Gawrylow, the Director for the North Dakota Watchdog Network. They talk about results from yesterday's primary election in North Dakota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FMWF Chamber Ag Summit: Zach Ducheneaux
June 11, 2024 21:01 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB06/11/24: Zach Ducheneaux joins Joel on "News and Views" while broadcasting from the Chamber's Midwest Ag Summit at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. Zach Ducheneaux was appointed Administrator for USDA’s Farm Service Agency on February 22, 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FMWF Chamber Ag Summit: Dr. William Wilson
June 11, 2024 20:58 - 15 minutes - 14 MB06/11/24: Dr. Wilson was named one of the top 10 Agriculture Economists of 1995 and has since continued to advise major agribusiness firms worldwide and write, speak and publish materials on the topic, receiving several honors and awards along the way. Dr. Wilson is an Agribusiness and Applied Economics professor at North Dakota State University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FMWF Chamber Ag Summit: Shannon Full
June 11, 2024 18:32 - 6 minutes - 5.83 MB06/11/24: While broadcasting from the Chamber's Midwest Ag Summit, Joel is joined by the President and CEO of the FMWF Chamber, Shannon Full. They preview what to expect from the Summit and importance for doing events like this. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Candidate Cara Mund says Trump endorsements are bought
June 10, 2024 20:46 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MB06/10/24: Cara Mund will face other republican candidates in the primary election tomorrow, including Julie Fedorchak, Rick Becker, and Alex Balazs. She joins Joel to talk about women's healthcare, her lack of support for Donald Trump, and more. Cara is a native of North Dakota, and she said that she made history in 2017 by being the first and only Miss America from the state. She is also a practicing lawyer, and now she’s running again for U.S. Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for ...
ND Secretary of State talks about tomorrow's Election Day
June 10, 2024 18:30 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB06/10/24: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting live from Boys State in Wahpeton, and is joined by North Dakota's Secretary of State, Michael Howe, leading up to the primary election on the 11th. He talks to Joel and the listeners about what is needed to vote, voting times, reporting on results, and answers more questions involving Election Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.