News & Views with Joel Heitkamp
2,368 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 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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Joel gets a breakdown of the New Hampshire primary from UNH Professor
January 24, 2024 21:53 - 13 minutes - 12 MB01/24/24: Dr. Andrew Smith is the Director of the University of New Hampshire’s Survey Center, and a Professor of Practice for UNH Political Science. He joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about the results of the New Hampshire primary and what it means for the presidential candidates going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Rick Becker is running for U.S. House
January 24, 2024 20:52 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB01/24/24: Dr Becker is a former ND legislator and the Chairman of End Unfair Property Taxes, he previously ran for the US Senate and governor. He served in the North Dakota legislature for ten years, beginning in the 2013 session. He previously ran for the US Senate and governor. He talks to Joel about his decision to run, how he would handle certain issues going on now, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FM Redhawks and MWC Advertising will continue broadcasting together
January 24, 2024 20:45 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MB01/24/24: MWC Advertising Fargo-Moorhead and 740 – 107.3 The Fan along with The Mighty 790 – 104.7 KFGO are excited to announce a 5-year broadcast agreement with the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks. This partnership solidifies 740 -107.3 The Fan as the exclusive radio home for the RedHawks, providing fans with unrivaled access to the live broadcasts with Jack Michaels continuing as the Voice of the FM RedHawks. Joel is joined by Brad Thom, the President of the Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks, to have a conv...
Rep Prichard defends strong Christian views being implemented into government
January 23, 2024 20:36 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB01/23/24: Representative Brandon Prichard has been in the ND House since 2023 and represents District 8 in Bismarck. He joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to talk about his strong, conservative beliefs and values, some goals for the next session, his take on the 2024 election, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pick Ems - Week 3 of Playoffs
January 23, 2024 18:24 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB01/23/24: We're almost done with NFL picks! We have our usual participants of Joel Heitkamp, Jack Michaels, Rusty Halvorson, and Too Tall Tom Szymanski all making their picks for the next round of playoffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NDFU President, Mark Watne, answers questions on Farm Bill
January 22, 2024 16:52 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB01/22/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by the President of North Dakota Farmers Union for a conversation about the Farm Bill and to dive deeper into some farm questions from last week regarding the Farm Business Management studies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senator Conrad explains what Congress' budget process should look like
January 19, 2024 21:47 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB01/19/24: Former U.S. Senator and Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee, Kent Conrad, joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about Congress. In particular, their recent short-term funding extension and work on the southern border. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
History Lesson from Bill Anderson
January 19, 2024 19:27 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB01/19/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined again by Bill Anderson to have a conversation about the importance of presidential debates, and what some of the bigger ones have been and shown throughout history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pick Ems - Week 2 of Playoffs
January 19, 2024 19:24 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB01/19/24: We're almost done with NFL picks! We have our usual participants of Joel Heitkamp, Jack Michaels, Rusty Halvorson, and Too Tall Tom Szymanski all making their picks for the next round of playoffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
City of Fargo Seeks Submissions of Student Artwork for Bus Wrap
January 18, 2024 21:34 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBThe Fargo Youth Initiative (FYI) serves as an advisory body to the Fargo City Commission representing the current needs and issues of the city’s youth. It is made up of up to 20 students from 9th to 12th grade from high schools around Fargo. Abhijna Kavasseri is in the KFGO studio representing the body to talk about a contest for Fargo students to participate in. The City of Fargo invites local students in middle and high school to create original artwork for the chance to be featured on a...
Red River Basin Commission: Lynda Nicol
January 17, 2024 21:20 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB01/17/24: Joel is broadcasting live from the 41st Annual Red River Basin Land & Water International Summit Conference with the Red River Basin Commission. Joel is joined by Lynda Nicol, the Executive Director of Manitoba Association of Watersheds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Red River Basin Commission: Ted Preister and John Jaschke
January 17, 2024 21:12 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB01/17/24: Joel is broadcasting live from the 41st Annual Red River Basin Land & Water International Summit Conference with the Red River Basin Commission. Joel is joined at the conference by Ted Preister, the Executive Director, Red River Basin Commission, as well as John Jaschke, the Executive Director of the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Red River Basin Commission: Commissioner Dave Piepkorn
January 17, 2024 21:06 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB01/17/24: Joel is broadcasting live from the 41st Annual Red River Basin Land & Water International Summit Conference with the Red River Basin Commission. Joel is joined by Fargo City Commissioner and board member, Dave Piepkorn, to have a conversation about the Commission and conference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Pieper from CBS breaks down the Iowa Caucus
January 16, 2024 16:20 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB01/16/24: Matt Pieper is a CBS News Correspondent based in New York City, and is currently in Iowa after last night's Caucus. Joel and Matt talk about the results of the Iowa Caucus, what it means for candidates like Haley and DeSantis, and how it affects the upcoming New Hampshire primary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ed Schafer and Joel Heitkamp talk about 2024 Iowa Caucus
January 15, 2024 21:12 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB01/15/24: Joel Heitkamp and former Governor Ed Schafer sit down together in the KFGO studio to take calls, talk about the Iowa caucus, January 6 insurrection, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New York Times Reporter shares his take on Biden's 2024 campaign strategy
January 15, 2024 20:13 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MB01/15/24: Reid Epstein is a New York Times reporter covering politics, and is currently focused on President Biden’s re-election campaign. Presently he is in Iowa covering the caucuses. He and Joel talk about President Biden's campaign strategy, the Iowa caucus, and Governor Doug Burgum endorsing Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Governor Walz discusses free school meals for Minnesota kids
January 12, 2024 21:26 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MB01/12/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined on "News and Views" by Minnesota Governor, Tim Walz. More than two million more meals were served by schools in September 2023 compared to the same month in 2022, according to the Minn. Dept. of Education. That means that 1.2 million additional breakfasts were served, for a year-to-year increase of 31%, plus 1.1 million more lunches served, for an increase of 11% from the previous year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pick 'em or Stick 'em - Week 1 of playoffs
January 11, 2024 21:42 - 14 minutes - 13 MB01/11/24: The usual crew of Jack Michaels, Rusty Halvorson, Tom Szymanski, and Joel Heitkamp learn the regular season winner and begin their picks for the NFL playoffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
States surrounding ND have increased minimum wage, but ND is still at $7.25
January 11, 2024 21:30 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB01/11/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Sebastian Martinez Hickey from the Economic Policy Institute for a conversation about minimum wage. They cover were the current wage is at, which states and cities increased their wage at the start of the year, and how the minimum wage affects Americans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trygve Hammer announces run for North Dakota's House seat
January 11, 2024 20:50 - 8 minutes - 7.49 MB01/11/24: Trygve Hammer is a North Dakota native and a graduate of Velva High School and the United States Naval Academy, and he is now a candidate for U.S. Congress. He joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to talk about his recent announcement to run for Congress against Rep. Kelly Armstrong, and tell his story to the listeners. Learn more about Trygve at hammerfornd.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Pladson talks about his Reach Right multi-tool attachment
January 10, 2024 22:16 - 9 minutes - 8.85 MB01/10/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by James Pladson, the Founder of Reach Right LLC. James talks about how his company came to be, how they can help in each season, and where you can find a Reach Right Handle. Check out their website and buy your own at ReachRightUSA.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fargo Police Chief Zibolski speaks to previous tips on Fargo mass shooter
January 10, 2024 20:54 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB01/10/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by the Fargo Police Chief, Dave Zibolski. The have a conversation about the shooter in Fargo on July 14th, 2023, and the recent news about the tips on him prior to the shooting. KFGO News reported that, previously sealed federal search warrant applications for the residence and garage of the man who ambushed Fargo Police officers last summer, fatally shooting one and seriously injuring two others, provide new detail about the investigation...
Williston School Board President speaks to recent chaotic meeting
January 10, 2024 20:02 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB01/10/24: Chris Jundt is the Williston Basin School District #7 School Board President, and joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to have a conversation about their recent school board meeting where a community member called for the resignation of the entire school board and Superintendent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sheriff Jesse Jahner addresses previous tips on July 14 Fargo shooter
January 09, 2024 20:25 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB01/09/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Cass County Sheriff, Jess Jahner, for a conversation about the shooter in Fargo on July 14th, 2023. KFGO News reported that, previously sealed federal search warrant applications for the residence and garage of the man who ambushed Fargo Police officers last summer, fatally shooting one and seriously injuring two others, provide new detail about the investigation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Williston local calls for entire school board and superintendent to resign
January 09, 2024 20:20 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MB01/09/24: Dawn Hollingsworth is a former board president on the Williams County District 8 School Board and led the charge on asking for the entire Williston Basin school board and superintendent to resign at last night's meeting. She joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to share why she pushed for so many resignations, and what her hopes are for Williston. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mandy George gives a West Fargo City Commission update
January 09, 2024 18:32 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB01/09/23: Joel Heitkamp is joined by West Fargo City Commissioner, Mandy George, on "News and Views." She talks about her time on the Commission, goals for 2024, her personal career as a pilot, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bismarck nurses union gets a win heading into 2024
January 08, 2024 20:26 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB01/08/24: Leslie McKamey is a nurse at CHI-St. Alexius in Bismarck, and joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about their recent union win that resulted in a 22% raise over the next three years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Riaz Aziz makes 2024 predictions for the U.S. economy
January 08, 2024 19:58 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB01/08/24: Riaz Aziz is an Instructor of Economics at Concordia College, and has taught graduate and undergraduate courses in business, economics, management, finance, GIS, and entrepreneurship. Joel and Riaz have a conversation about 2023 economics, what to expect in 2024, consumer spending, and more. Riaz is also the CEO of the Begunahi Foundation USA, which is dedicated to educating and empowering underprivileged women in India. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joel Heitkamp and NPR talk about anniversary of the January 6 insurrection
January 05, 2024 20:27 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB1/5/24: Tom Dreisbach is a correspondent on NPR's Investigations team focusing on breaking news stories. He joins Joel on "News and Views" to have a conversation about the anniversary of the January 6 insurrection. Tomorrow will mark three years since the attack on the Capitol, they break down where Donald Trump sits politically, where the FBI is at with the investigation, and what the 2024 election could bring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Week 18: Pick 'em or Stick 'em
January 05, 2024 20:17 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB1/5/24: The studio is full for one of the last, if not the last, Pick 'em or Stick 'em segments! We have Joel Heitkamp, Rusty Halvorson, Jack Michaels, Tom Szymanski all making their picks, as well as our guest, DJ Colter from American Family Insurance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Rick Becker hopes to abolish North Dakota property taxes
January 05, 2024 20:14 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB01/05/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Dr. Rick Becker, to have a conversation about his hopes to abolish property taxes in North Dakota. Rick is a former North Dakota State Representative and leads a grassroots organization called End Unfair Property Tax Committee. He takes questions and calls from the listeners, and explains how he thinks the state can get rid of property taxes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What political stories do we expect to hear in 2024?
January 04, 2024 18:03 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB01/04/24: Stef Kight is a politics reporter at Axios, and joins Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views" to talk about 2024. They cover what the year could look like for Donald Trump and the other presidential candidates, as well as the current status of the border. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Maine Sec. of State gives opinion on Trump barred from 2024 ballot
January 03, 2024 20:45 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB01/03/24: Matt Dunlap served as Secretary of State of Maine from 2013 to 2021, and previously served in that same post from 2005 to 2011. He joins Joel Heitkamp for a conversation about the debate around Donald Trump being on the 2024 presidential ballot in Maine. Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday filed an appeal of the decision by Maine’s top election official that he is ineligible to appear on the state’s primary ballot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NDGOP Leader announces she did not call for resignation of Rep. Rios
January 03, 2024 16:54 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB01/03/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined on "News and Views" by Sandra Sanford, the Chair of the North Dakota Republican Party. They have a conversation about Representative Nico Rios, and the calls for him to resign. Chairwoman Sanford clarifies that she has not pushed for him to resign, and it's up to him and the voters now. Photo: Body camera footage of Rep. Nico Rios taking field sobriety test (Williston Police Dept. via AP) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mayor of Williston addresses homophobic slurs made by Nico Rios
January 02, 2024 19:28 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB01/02/24: Joel Heitkamp is joined on "News and Views" by Howard Klug, the Mayor of Williston, North Dakota. They have a conversation about State Representative Nico Rios, and his behavior regarding his arrest and DUI. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How is Williston responding to homophobic slurs used by Nico Rios?
December 29, 2023 19:16 - 11 minutes - 11 MB12/29/23: Mike Reuter serves as the news director for KEYZ 660 and as the sports broadcaster, and is our go-to on "News and Views" for all of our Williston news. He joins Tyler Axness for a conversation about State Representative Nico Rios, who recently was arrested for a DUI and used homophobic slurs during the arrest. He currently has no plans to immediately resign, despite party leaders' calls for him to step down. Nico Rios represents District 23 out of Williston. See omnystudio.com/...
Maine bars Trump from 2024 ballot: Tyler Axness talks with CBS about it
December 29, 2023 19:11 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MB12/29/23: Thane Rosenbaum is a novelist, essayist and law professor, and is a legal analyst for CBS News Radio. He joins Tyler Axness on "News and Views" to have a conversation about Maine declaring that Donald Trump is ineligible for the 2024 presidential ballot. They talk about the legalities around it, how other states have dealt with the controversy around the 14th amendment, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tyler Axness gets a coverage update from NDAREC
December 29, 2023 19:08 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB12/29/23: Josh Kramer is the Executive Vice President and General Manager of the North Dakota Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives. He joins Tyler Axness on "News and Views" to talk about the storm that hit parts of North Dakota, and many customers are still facing the consequences. Josh gives an update on coverage and fixes, and asks listeners to stay away from lines and leave any work to the professionals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sen. Kupec and Rep. Keeler talk about Minnesota legislature
December 28, 2023 21:55 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB12/28/23: Minnesota State Senator Rob Kupec and Minnesota State Representative Heather Keeler are in the KFGO studio together to talk about the state legislature. Rep. Heather Keeler represents District 04A out of Moorhead, and Sen. Rob Kupec represents District 04 also out of Moorhead. Senator Kupec asks Representative Keeler about this past session and her work on homelessness, as well as a new school in Moorhead! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senator Klobuchar stresses the importance of AM radio with Rob Kupec
December 28, 2023 21:50 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB12/28/23: Minnesota State Senator, Rob Kupec is filling in for Joel, and is joined on "News and Views" by United States Senator, Amy Klobuchar. They talk about the Farm Bill, AM radio in vehicles, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ice storm coverage from Dakota Valley Electric
December 27, 2023 18:52 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MB12/27/23: Joel Heitkamp is joined on "News and Views" by Mark Kinzler, the General Manager at Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative. He talks about the lines and equipment affected by the ice storm that's hit parts of the state and Midwest. He asks listeners to avoid and be careful around downed lines, as they aren't necessarily out of service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ice storm coverage from Ottertail Power Company
December 27, 2023 18:50 - 8 minutes - 7.64 MB12/27/23: Stephanie Hoff is the Communications Director at Otter Tail Power Company. She joins Joel Heitkamp to give an update of their coverage and current outages due to the ice storm affecting the Midwest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ice storm coverage from Cass County Electric Cooperative
December 27, 2023 18:48 - 5 minutes - 5.03 MB12/27/23: Marshal Albright is the President and CEO at Cass County Electric Cooperative. He joins Joel on "News and Views" to talk about their service during the storm that's hitting parts of North Dakota. He talks about the current status of customers without power and what his employees are doing to fix it as quick as possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim Shaw gets first-hand perspectives of the southern border
December 22, 2023 18:33 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB12/22/23: Jim Shaw, columnist at the Inforum, is filling in for Joel Heitkamp on "News and Views." Vicki Schmidt, Nancy Farnham, and Carrie Leopold are three women from the area that recently visited the southern border. They join Jim for a conversation about their trip to the border, and their thoughts on the treatment of migrants. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim Shaw talks about Minnesota's "End of Life Option Act"
December 22, 2023 18:22 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB12/22/23: Jim Shaw is a current InForum columnist, and former WDAY TV reporter and KVRR TV news director. He is sitting in for Joel Heitkamp today, and has a conversation about the Minnesota End-of-Life Options Act. This bill will allow a terminally ill, mentally capable adult with a prognosis of six months or less to live, the option to request, obtain and take medication — should they choose — to die peacefully in their sleep if their suffering becomes unbearable. Jim is joined by Dr. R...
Dec 20: Pick 'em or Stick 'em
December 20, 2023 20:39 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB12/20/23: We have another full studio for a Christmas edition of "Pick 'em or Stick 'em" with Santa in the mix. This week, we have Joel Heitkamp, Amy Iler, Jack Michaels, Tom Szymanski, and Santa making their football picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David French, NYT Columnist, talks about the Insurrection Act
December 20, 2023 17:25 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB12/19/23: Joel Heitkamp is joined on "News and Views" by David French, an Opinion Columnist for the News York Times. David writes about law, culture, religion, and armed conflict for the New York Times. In 2019, he started The Dispatch, a conservative media company and also became a contributing writer for The Atlantic. He and Joel have a conversation about antisemitism in the United States, as well as his take on the Insurrection Act and why it's so dangerous. Check out his full profile a...
North Dakota Farmers Union Convention: Matt Perdue
December 15, 2023 21:17 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB12/15/23: Joel is broadcasting from Bismarck at the North Dakota Farmers Union State Convention, and is joined by Matt Perdue, the NDFU Government Relations Director. NDFU is spearheading a pilot USDA program in North Dakota called the Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture that Matt is overseeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
North Dakota Farmers Union Convention: N.D. Agricultural Mitigation
December 15, 2023 21:15 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB12/15/23: Joel is live at the NDFU Convention and is joined by Josh Stutrud and Drew Courtney. They are part of the N.D. Agricultural Mitigation, which is a nonprofit organization comprised of regional agricultural groups, including Farmers Union. Josh is also the president of NDAM and the Secretary of the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association. Drew is the Vice President of NDAM and the Secretary/Treasurer of the North Dakota Corn Growers Association. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...
North Dakota Farmers Union Convention: Mark Watne
December 15, 2023 21:11 - 8 minutes - 7.71 MB12/15/23: Joel Heitkamp is broadcasting live from the NDFU State Convention, and is joined by their President, Mark Watne. They talk about what to expect from the convention, and he shares his thoughts on the Farm Bill, local organizing, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.