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This month on Sports and Songs, Dan and Andy turn the dial up loud and take a deep dive into the music and career of Tom Cochrane. From the legendary days of Red Rider to the timeless anthem “Life Is a Highway,” the guys break down the songs, stories, influences, and legacy that made Cochrane one of rock’s most respected voices. Grab a drink, crank up the radio, and ride along with another fun episode of Sports and Songs on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network — because we’re the reason why we’re the Semi Pro of Sports Talk. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music!#SportsAndSongs #TomCochrane #LifeIsAHighway #RedRider #ClassicRock #BeerBellySports #BBSRN #SemiProOfSportsTalk #MusicPodcast #RockAndRoll #MinnesotaPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

🎙️ NEW EPISODE of Bizon Bitz with TJ is LIVE on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network! 🦬TJ and NDSU super fan Tim How break down all things Bison from last week’s NFL Draft! We recap the NDSU players who heard their names called, discuss which former Bison signed NFL deals after the draft, and what it means for the continued dominance of the Bison football program. We also dive into a HUGE recruiting pickup for the Herd with the signing of Papillion, Nebraska standout Bryce Vigness 👀🔥From the NFL pipeline to the future stars heading to Fargo, this episode is packed with Bison football talk you won’t want to miss! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music and more!#BizonBitz #NDSUFootball #GoBison #BisonNation #NFLDraft #FCSFootball #CollegeFootball #BeerBellySports #BBSRadio #BryceVigness #NorthDakotaState #FootballTalk #NFL #Recruiting #BisonPrideBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

This week on Bizon Bitz, TJ is joined by special guest Tim How, who gives us an inside look at his experience at Bison Pro Day 👀. From the energy in the building to the talent on display, Tim breaks down what stood out most as future pros showcased their skills.We also dive into NDSU spring football—what to watch for, key position battles, and storylines that could shape the upcoming season. And of course, we ask the big question… how does NDSU Football keep churning out elite quarterbacks year after year? Is it development, culture, recruiting—or a little bit of everything? If you’re a Bison fan, this one’s packed with insight, excitement, and that signature Beer Belly Sports flavor. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon, and more! #BizonBitz #NDSUFootball #GoBison #FCSFootball #BisonNation #SpringFootball #CollegeFootball #BeerBellySports #BBSRadio #ProDay #QuarterbackFactory #MidwestSports #NorthDakotaState #FootballTalk #SportsPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

This week started with a simple question: how easy would it be to accidentally join a cult?And then it spiraled. Fast.In Episode 12, we dive headfirst into the reality behind the 1960s. Not the flower crowns, not the peace and love aesthetic, but the absolute psychological freefall happening underneath it all. A generation in crisis, institutions collapsing, people searching for meaning, and the perfect environment for someone like Charles Manson to rise without being stopped.This is not just the story you think you know.We break down the real conditions that made the Manson Family possible, how manipulation and control actually work, and why people do not just “join” something like this overnight. We also get into the Beach Boys connection, the massive law enforcement failures, and the lingering questions that still do not have clear answers decades later.Allegedly. A lot of allegedly.This episode is part history, part psychological breakdown, and part existential crisis you did not ask for but are getting anyway.Grab a drink. You are going to need it.#BrewsWithBoos #CharlesManson #TrueCrimePodcast #CultMentality #PourADrinkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Krissy cracks open a beer… and immediately regrets learning this information.Because this week?We’re talking about the kind of “science” that feels less like research… and more like what the hell did you just do to people??Like… Facebook’s Emotional Contagion Experiment (2014)where they manipulated the emotions of 689,000+ users without telling themjust to see if they could make people sadder or happier The Stanford Prison Experiment (1971)the study we were ALL taught in school…that turns out to be way more staged, coached, and manipulated than anyone wants to admitAnd the deeper you go, the worse it gets.Because this isn’t just “wow that’s messed up”It’s:who approved this??why did nobody stop this??and why the hell are we still calling this science??So grab a drink, sit down, and maybe rethink every emotion you’ve ever had while scrolling your phone… because yeah…we might not be as in control as we think.#brewswithboos #truecrimepodcast #psychology #stanfordprisonexperiment #facebookexperiment #darkhistory #unethicalscience #creepypodcast #paranormalpodcast #horrorpodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Krissy cracks open a beer and immediately spirals because apparently we’re at a point in society where someone looked at a historic asylum — a site tied to one of the most important disability rights cases in U.S. history — and said, “you know what would look great here? Servers.”Yeah. No. We’re talking about that.This week’s Fuckery Report breaks down AI data centers — what they actually are (hint: not a magical little cloud), why they’re being built everywhere, and the very real costs no one’s talking about: massive water usage, insane energy demands, environmental strain, and communities getting bulldozed for tech infrastructure they don’t even benefit from.Then in The Long Pour, we dive into the full history of Pennhurst Asylum (Pennhurst State School and Hospital) — the overcrowding, the abuse, the lawsuit that went all the way to the Supreme Court, and the fight that helped shape disability rights in America. This isn’t just a “haunted place”… this is a place that mattered. Still matters.And now it’s at risk of being demolished…for an AI data center.On that ground.Be so unbelievably serious.This episode is part history, part rage spiral, and part “how did we learn absolutely nothing.”If you’re feeling a little unwell after this one… good. That means you’re paying attention. Sign the petition to protect Pennhurst:https://www.change.org/p/protect-pennhurst-from-data-center-developmentBecause we can build data centers literally anywhere…but maybe we stop building them on top of places where people already weren’t allowed to rest.Pour one out. This one’s heavy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Spring football is HERE, and this might be the most important one yet for NDSU as they continue navigating life after the jump and evolution at the FCS level. 👀 This week on Bizon Bitz, TJ dives deep into the biggest storylines coming out of spring ball and highlights the key position battles you NEED to watch. From quarterback questions to depth chart shakeups, this is where jobs are won, lost, and earned for the fall. Who’s stepping up? Who’s got something to prove? And what does it all mean for the future of Bison football? Strap in—because spring ball just got a whole lot more interesting in Fargo. 🦬🔥#BizonBitz #NDSUFootball #GoBison #FCSFootball #CollegeFootball #SpringFootball #MountainWest #BisonNation #FootballTalk #BeerBellySports #BBSRNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

On this weeks episode brought to you by 7th Ave PizzaQueue up Thin Lizzy because the boys are back in town after their brief 3 week hiatus(word of the day). We take a stab at the WBC and a little bit about the twins and mlb season about to start. March madness is in full swing, brackets are broken, hearts are broken, but hopes are still high. The bowling update happened. The boys are trying to make a late first place push with 4 weeks left of this 30 week league. The public transaction was back and better(or worse) than ever. Sam is angry about mud, Travis is angry at the weather and everything else in the world.We try a new drink, was it shit? Tune in to find out. We end things with our snake draft of minor inconveniences and my goodness are some of them not minor at all. Rabbit holes were went down, good times were had, and the boys were all happy to be back together. #Sports #WBC #MNTwins #SnakeDraft #MN #Minnesota #MarchMadness #BowlingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Krissy cracks open a beer… and finds out Betty Crocker is a whole ass corporate lie. This episode goes from “aww pancakes ” to WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK real fast.We’ve got: A 40-FOOT WAVE OF MOLASSES moving at 35 mph A company that said “just paint the leaking death tank brown” and called it fixed 21 people dead and not a single person in handcuffsAND THEN.....because history is unhinged BETTY CROCKER ISN’T EVEN A REAL PERSONSo you’re telling me generations of women were out here trusting a made-up kitchen bestie invented in a boardroom??AND THE EGG??THE EGG ISN’T FOR THE CAKE.THE EGG IS FOR YOUR EMOTIONAL MANIPULATION.I am UNWELL.#BoosWithBrews #BeerAndChaos #PodcastLife #DarkHistory #HistoryIsWild #WeirdHistory #UnhingedHistory #TheFuckeryReport #TheLongPour #BettyCrocker #BettyCrockerIsFake #CorporateLies #MarketingManipulation #FoodHistory #BakingGoneWrong #MolassesFlood #BostonMolassesDisaster #HistoryNerds #MorbidHistory #TrueWeird #WhatTheActualF #ThisIsWhyIDrink #GrabABeer #StayWeird #HistoryGetsWeirdBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Big news continues to shake the college football world as the NDSU Bison’s move to the Mountain West Conference is officially off the table. On this week’s episode of Bizon Bitz on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network, TJ breaks down what this means for the future of Bison football and what comes next for the program. This episode is also a special one as TJ welcomes his first-ever guest to the show. Bison super fan Tim How joins the podcast to talk all things North Dakota State football. The guys dive into the full Bison football schedule, highlight the biggest matchups of the season, discuss potential trap games, and look at what the expectations are for NDSU heading into the year. From conference shakeups to game-by-game breakdowns, TJ and Tim bring the kind of passionate Bison football talk that only true Fargo faithful can deliver. If you bleed green and gold, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. #BizonBitz #NDSUFootball #GoBison #FCSFootball #CollegeFootball #MountainWest #BisonNation #BeerBellySports #BBSRN #NorthDakotaState #BisonFansBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

The Talking Mongoose of the Isle of Man & The Black Monk of PontefractA talking mongoose that demanded snacks… and a violent monk haunting a British council house. This week gets weird.This week on Brews with Boo’s, Krissy dives into two of Britain’s strangest paranormal cases.First: Gef the Talking Mongoose, a bizarre 1930s phenomenon where a voice in a farmhouse wall claimed to be an extra-clever mongoose, a ghost, and possibly the Holy Ghost… while demanding biscuits and bananas.Then: The Black Monk of Pontefract, one of the most violent poltergeist hauntings in British history, where a family reported flying objects, scratches appearing on skin, and their teenage daughter being dragged up the stairs by an unseen force.Naturally… they named the demon monk Fred.Grab a drink and join Brews with Boo’s as we explore two chaotic cases of paranormal history, cryptids, and haunted houses.And remember:If something in your walls starts talking… do NOT teach it English.#BrewsWithBoos #ParanormalPodcast #GefTheMongoose #BlackMonkOfPontefract #HauntedHistory #Cryptids #GhostStories #WeirdHistory #SpookyPodcast #BeerAndGhosts #BBSRNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

This month on Sports and Songs, Dan and Andy crank up the volume and take a deep dive into the 1989 self-titled debut album from Badlands. Joining the show is special guest TJ from Bizon Bitz on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network, bringing his thoughts on one of the most underrated hard rock records of the late ‘80s. The guys break down the bluesy, heavy sound that helped Badlands stand out during the peak of the hair metal era, powered by the incredible guitar work of Jake E. Lee and the unmistakable vocals of Ray Gillen. Dan, Andy, and TJ go track-by-track through highlights like “High Wire,” “Dreams in the Dark,” and “Winter’s Call,” discussing the band’s legacy, why the album still holds up today, and how it fits into the rock landscape of 1989. As always, the conversation blends music history, personal memories, and a little sports talk along the way—because on Sports and Songs, everything eventually comes back to the game. #SportsAndSongs #Badlands #JakeELee #RayGillen #1989Rock #ClassicRock #HardRock #AlbumReview #BeerBellySports #BBSRN #BizonBitz #Podcast #MusicPodcast #RockHistoryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Krissy cracks open a beer and heads straight to the dance floor of historical chaos.The Fuckery Report:The brutal reality of Great Depression dance marathons — where desperate people danced for weeks at a time for prize money, food, and survival. Exploitation, exhaustion, spectacle, and bodies pushed past their limits in the name of entertainment.The Long Pour:The Dancing Plague of 1518. Hundreds of people in Strasbourg dancing uncontrollably for weeks. Up to fifteen deaths a day. Red shoes, Saint Vitus, mass psychogenic illness, and the truly baffling decision by city leaders to build a stage and encourage more dancing.When society fails people, sometimes they break.Sometimes they break publicly.Susan was out here twerking to death.Grab a drink. Hydrate. Stretch first.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Krissy cracks open a beer and immediately spirals over the Scream copycat effect — because apparently some people watched a horror movie about media obsession and thought it was a career path.  This week on Brews with Boos, we’re dragging the clout-chasing Ghostface wannabes who killed for “legacy,” breaking down the psychology of copycat killers in The Fuckery Report, and then diving into The Long Pour to remember the real victims — Gina Castillo, Alisson Cambier, and Cassie Jo Stoddart. Horror movies don’t make murderers. Pathetic, attention-starved losers do. We’re not romanticizing killers. We’re saying the victims’ names and roasting the cosplay criminals into oblivion. Cheers to that, my little ghosties. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

This week on Sports and Songs, Andy dives into one of his favorite crossover topics — former athletes who traded shoulder pads for stage lights 🎤🏈 Today’s spotlight? Former NFL defensive lineman Mike Reid. Before he was writing hit country songs, Reid made his name on the football field — but Andy takes a closer look at his musical chapter, reviewing the 1991 album “Turning for Home.” How does a former NFL star translate life lessons from the gridiron into heartfelt country storytelling? Andy breaks down the songwriting, production, standout tracks, and whether the album holds up decades later. Is it a hidden gem? A solid effort? Or a curiosity piece in the world of sports-meets-music? Dan chimes in with his thoughts as the guys continue blending sports history and music nostalgia — because on Sports and Songs, no topic is off limits when it involves athletes, albums, and opinions. From the trenches to the charts — this one’s a fun ride. #SportsAndSongs #MikeReid #TurningForHome #FormerAthletes #NFLToCountry #SportsAndMusic #AlbumReview #BeerBellySports #BBSRNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

TJ is back on Bizon Bitz with a big one for Bison Nation 🔥 The Mountain West Conference opponents have officially dropped, and that means it’s time to start mapping out the future of North Dakota State football. TJ breaks down where the Bison will be heading, which matchups jump off the page, and just how challenging this new conference slate could be as NDSU takes this next major step. From travel implications to strength of schedule, recruiting angles, and potential statement games — TJ gives his early reaction and perspective on what this Mountain West era might look like for Fargo’s powerhouse program. If you’re wondering whether the Bison are ready for the jump… this episode is a must-listen. 🎧 Tap in, join the conversation, and get ready for a brand-new chapter of Bison football on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network. #BizonBitz #NDSU #BisonNation #MountainWest #CollegeFootball #BeerBellySports #BBSRN #FCS #MWC #BisonFootballBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Krissy cracks open a beer and re-watches the Scream franchise like a completely rational adult… which obviously spirals into the real-life horror that inspired Ghostface.This week’s Fuckery Report dives into killers who built alter egos and hid behind masks — from John Wayne Gacy’s clown routine to BTK’s self-branded ego implosion. Because the mask is never random. It’s infrastructure.We finish with The Long Pour on Danny Rolling, the Gainesville Ripper — the real-life killer whose 1990 murder spree terrorized a university and helped shape the Scream movies. Five students. Four days. A man in a tent who thought he was becoming a superstar. He wasn’t a legend.He was a man in the woods with an ego and a knife.Grab a drink. Lock your doors. And maybe let unknown numbers go to voicemail. #BrewsWithBoos #TrueCrimePodcast #ScreamMovies #GainesvilleRipper #Ghostface #DarkHistoryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

We crack a beer and immediately ruin your day. This week’s Fuckery Report breaks down four painfully normal things that are only boring and “safe” now because someone else died first. Rules are written in blood. You’re welcome.Then The Long Pour takes us into The Tylenol Murders. No ghosts, just poisoned trust, corporate panic, and the reason your medicine is sealed like it’s guarding state secrets.It’s not cute spooky.It’s humans are the problem spooky.Crack a drink… and ask yourself:Who died for this?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

This week on Bison Bitz with TJ on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network, we dive headfirst into the biggest news in program history — the North Dakota State Bison are officially heading to the Mountain West Conference. Yeah… let that sink in. TJ breaks it all down and asks the big questions Bison Nation is already debating at Scheels and every tailgate in Fargo: 🏈 Do the Bison need to recruit differently now that they’re moving up? 🏈 Is the FargoDome big enough for this next chapter? 🏈 What does this mean for rivalries, NIL, and the national spotlight? 🏈 Are we ready for week-in, week-out Mountain West competition? From roster depth to travel budgets, from Dome capacity to recruiting pipelines — TJ isn’t dodging anything. If it’s being whispered in the parking lot before kickoff, it’s being talked about here. The move to the Mountain West isn’t just a schedule change… it’s a statement. And TJ is here to make sure Bison Nation understands what’s next. Strap in. The dynasty is leveling up. #BisonBitz #NDSU #GoBison #MountainWest #FBSFootball #CollegeFootball #BisonNation #FargoND #BeerBellySports #BBS #TJTalksFootballBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Sports and Songs – NDSU Goes FBS! Dan and Andy welcome TJ from Bison Bitz on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network to break down the HUGE news: North Dakota State Bison football is moving to full FBS and joining the Mountain West Conference this fall. What does it mean for recruiting? NIL? The Fargo economy? And can the Bison compete right away? Plus, Dan and Andy hit:🏈 Super Bowl storylines ⚾ World Baseball Classic & MLB buzz 🏅 Olympics talk 🎓 High School sportsQuick, packed, and loaded with headlines. #SportsAndSongs #BeerBellySports #BisonBitz #NDSU #GoBison #MountainWest #CollegeFootball #SuperBowl #MLB #WorldBaseballClassic #Olympics #HighSchoolSports #FargoNDBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Krissy cracks open a beer and immediately spirals. The Fuckery Report exposes houses that straight up tried to kill people and spoiler alert: it was not the ghosts.Then The Long Pour drags The Bell Witch by the throat, roasts “Kate,” and questions every bad life choice that led us here.Dark history, paranormal nonsense, swearing, and vibes that say “this seemed like a good idea at the time. EPISODE 3 IS LIVE Brews With Boos just dropped Episode 3 and it’s all about The Bell Witch, aka a haunted house that woke up every day and chose violence.Invisible asshole throwing shit.Disembodied voices that would not shut the fuck up.An entity named Kate who desperately needed to be muted.Demon? Poltergeist? Frontier-era chaos? Who knows. We crack a beer and roast the hell out of one of America’s most unhinged hauntings while asking why everyone involved just… stayed. Episode 3: Kate was on some bullsh*tStreaming now on all platforms.Go listen. The house hated everyone. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Tj talks about the Senior Bowl and what the retirement of Bobby Hauck signifies in college football, and our NDSU own Zabel is playing in the Super Bowl this weekend.#NDSUBasketball #BobbyHauck #SeniorBowl #NDSUFootball #SuperBowl #Bison #NorthDakota #NDSUBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

It’s Super Bowl time, and Playoff Positivity is all about the biggest game in football. Host Justin Ekstrom goes full big-game mode, breaking down the Super Bowl matchup, storylines, keys to the game, and everything that makes Championship Sunday must-listen radio. We’ll hit the highs and lows of the NFL season, what this Super Bowl says about the league right now, and why this matchup matters — on and off the field. Expect strong takes, fan energy, and plenty of hype as we count down to kickoff. There’s also a small dose of Purple Positivity, touching on the Vikings’ GM firing and what’s next for Minnesota — but make no mistake, this one’s all about the Super Bowl spotlight. Plus, a special Super Bowl edition of 🎭 “The Good, The Bad, The Ekstrom” — where Justin lays it all out, no matter who likes it. Fueled by 7th Avenue Pizza, because every great Super Bowl conversation deserves great pizza. 🍕 Positive vibes. Big takes. Super Bowl energy. 🏈🍕#PlayoffPositivity #BeerBellySports #BBSRN #SuperBowl #SuperBowlEdition #NFLPlayoffs #TheGoodTheBadTheEkstrom #PurplePositivity #Skol #NFLTalk #FootballPodcast #MinnesotaSports #7thAvenuePizzaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

NASCAR GAMES on this weeks episode brought to you by 7th avenue pizza. The boys break down their Super Bowl predictions while dipping their toes in two Minnesota franchise dumpster fires in the Vikings and twins organizations. We get the bowling update per usual, boys are looking to bounce back. Same has quarrels with the farmers almanac and We go through the public transaction(TURN YOUR PRIVATE SETTINGS ON). We also give our is it shit review of two very different drinks.Sam breaks down a recent movie he watched that you should watch too. The amount of rabbit holes that were went down might get us recruited to lead exploration of the 5th dimension.  We rounded things out with our snake draft which was about the worst stuff you’ve had to have on a Sunday pretty much.#Sports #MNTWINS #NFL #SUPERBOWL #Venmo #Moviereview #draftBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

It's the dog days of winter, but there is still football, but most of it is off the field. A few Bison players get ready for Senior Bowls, and is the Bison dynasty in trouble? Tj takes a look.#NDSUFootball #SeniorBowl #NDSU #Fargo #BisonSports #BisonFootball Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

☢️🧪 EPISODE 2 IS OUT 🧪☢️Brews With Boos dropped The Glow-Up (Gone Wrong) and it’s fully radioactive.This week: The Radium Girls and why the early 1900s were absolutely feral enough to market glowing ass pills as wellness.Yes. People willingly ingested poison because it ✨sparkled✨.Capitalism said “it glows, it goes”. 🎧 Out now on all streaming platformsDrink something strong and lower your faith in humanity.#BrewsWithBoos #RadiumGirls #TheGlowUpGoneWrong #DarkHistory #FeralFacts #HumansAreWild Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

On this months Sports & Songs Podcast is back on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network, and this one’s got a little extra flavor! reminds Andy and Dan are talking all things sports with Andy’s littlest and most special guest, Savannah, making a cameo along the way. The guys break down college football, college basketball, and the NFL, while also diving into the latest from MLB — including the New York Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, and our hometown Minnesota Twins. From big games and hot takes to laid-back banter and unexpected moments, this episode has it all. If you like your sports talk knowledgeable, entertaining, and not taking itself too seriously, this one’s for you. Hit play and enjoy another classic from Sports & Songs!  #SportsAndSongs #BeerBellySports #BBSRadioNetwork #CollegeFootball #CollegeBasketball #NFL #MLB #Mets #Dodgers #MNTwins #SportsPodcast #PodcastLife #FamilyFriendly #SportsTalk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

On today’s show brought to you by 7th avenue pizza. The whole crew is back after Sam’s stint on the IR. The boys deep dive the Super Bowl, and what makes a quarterback elite(according to Sam). We also test his knowledge with 3 random mlb players colleges. The bowling update was a hoot and a half while the boys look to continue their 3 week hot streak on Wednesday. We get into is it shit, the public transaction, and also one of the worst driving communities in the northern hemisphere. We talk our movie review and snake draft on the best sandwich to round out the pod. Water is not wet if you were wondering.#Sports #Vikings #MLB #MNTwins #BeerReview #MovieReview #Venmo #Draft #NFL #SuperBowlBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

This month on Sports and Songs, Dan and Andy crank the volume back to 1970 as they dive deep into Led Zeppelin III. From acoustic shifts to blues roots and everything in between, the guys break down the sound, the songwriting, and where this album fits in the Zeppelin legacy. They discuss standout tracks, underrated gems, and how Led Zeppelin III marked a turning point for one of the greatest rock bands of all time. Whether you’re a lifelong Zeppelin fan or hearing this album with fresh ears, this episode blends music history, opinion, and passion the Sports and Songs way. Part of the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network 🎙️🍺#SportsAndSongs #LedZeppelin #LedZeppelinIII #ClassicRock #AlbumReview #MusicPodcast #RockHistory #1970sRock #VinylTalk #MusicAndSports #BeerBellySports #BBSRadioNetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

It’s Championship Sunday and the road to the Super Bowl runs straight through Playoff Positivity! Justin Ekstrom, host of Purple Positivity, breaks down both NFL Conference Championship matchups, diving deep into the storylines, key matchups, coaching angles, and the players who can swing a trip to the Super Bowl. Two games. Four teams. One Lombardi Trophy on the line. Who punches their ticket to the Super Bowl? Justin brings the optimism, analysis, and Minnesota-style passion to get you ready for the biggest Sunday of the NFL season. 🍕 Thanks to our sponsor, 7th Avenue Pizza, for fueling Playoff Positivity and keeping Championship Sunday delicious. 🎧 Available on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network wherever you get your podcasts. #PlayoffPositivity #NFLPlayoffs #ConferenceChampionship #RoadToTheSuperBowl #SuperBowlBound #NFL #FootballSunday #PurplePositivity #BeerBellySports #BBSRN #7thAvenuePizza #ChampionshipSunday 🏈🍕Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

This week TJ examines certain portal issues that affect all levels of college football. And, he even throws some love to the men's and women’s basketball teams.  #NDSU #NDSUSports #NDSUMBB #NDSUWBBBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

FANNY PACK SNACKS todays show brought to you by 7th Avenue pizza.  On today’s show we deep dive into the nfl and college football national championship.  Sidebar, Do you know how easy it is to lose things in your car? We also discuss whatever the MN twins are doing with that franchise.  We give the bowling update(boys are looking to stay hot, without jeans) We get into how much Travis hates winter and also viewing your public transactions on Venmo.  We review not 1 but 2 beers from portage brewing company.  We discuss an all time classic comedy, “hear no evil, see no evil” And we get into our snake draft of the best “blank” drinks. You’re going to have to tune in to find out what the blank is but my goodness is it a solid list from the boys.#Sports #MN #Minnesota #Pizza #Beer #MovieReview #Draft #BowlingRecapBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

“Asylums: 0 Stars, Would Not Recommend”Because nothing says “thank you” like historical chaos, questionable decisions, and haunted buildings that absolutely should’ve been condemned.You get first listen bragging rights.Everyone else can wait their turn.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

The Vikings might be done, but the playoffs sure as hell aren’t. Justin Ekstrom is flipping the switch from Purple to 🔥 PLAYOFF POSITIVITY 🔥 as we roll into the NFL Divisional Round this weekend. We’re breaking down the biggest matchups, the storylines that actually matter, and who’s got that it factor when everything’s on the line. No homer takes, no doom-and-gloom — just pure playoff football talk with a positive spin. Perfect time to grab a slice, settle in, and enjoy some stress-free NFL action… because if your team’s still alive, every snap matters now. 🍕 Thanks to our friends at 7th Avenue Pizza — official fuel for playoff weekends.#PlayoffPositivity #NFLPlayoffs #DivisionalRound #NFLDivisional #FootballPlayoffs #PlayoffFootball #NFLTalk #FootballPodcast #MinnesotaSports #SportsPodcast #7thAvenuePizza #PizzaAndFootball #BeerBellySports #BeerBellySportsRadioNetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

It’s the FCS postseason, but it never slows down TJ discusses the FCS National Title game and examines the portal and who’s in it and who’s not.#NDSU #Sports #Football #FCSFootball #NDSUFootballBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

After a three week hiatus. The Sliver Bullet Session boys are back. It’s a new year, same show. The boys went on god knows how many tangents stemming from their nfl/fantasy updates, bowling update, and Sam guesses mlb players.  We get into public transactions part 2, and also our double barreled is it shit review with schells (new ulm, MN).  We get into Travis’s favorite movie ever against its sequel and our snake draft after the holiday season! We also went down more rabbit holes than Peter cottontail does on a yearly basis but there were plenty of hot takes, hills to die on, and many other topics that this podcast is all about. All brought to you by our friends at 7th Ave Pizza!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Purple Positivity with Justin Ekstrom is back! Thanks to 7th Pizza 🍕💜 Last week, the Minnesota Vikings turned Ford Field into a turnover factory, forcing six takeaways against the Detroit Lions and swinging the momentum in a big way. Now it’s another Border Battle, dontcha know. This Sunday, the Vikings close out the regular season at home against the Green Bay Packers — the final game at U.S. Bank Stadium this year. One last chance to defend home turf, hear the horn, and send the fans home happy. Can the defense keep forcing turnovers? Can the Vikings finish strong against Green Bay? Justin Ekstrom breaks it all down with “The Good, The Bad, and The Ekstrom” on Purple Positivity. 💜🏈#PurplePositivity #Skol #Vikings #SKOLVikings #BorderBattle #VikingsVsPackers #Packers #NFL #MinnesotaSports #BeerBellySports #BBSRNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

On the latest EP of the Sports and Songs Podcast, New "sports" file for the month of December. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

After a break for Xmas TJ will look at the FCS title game and diveinto the dreaded transfer portal. Who is staying and who is going?#FCSPlayoffs #NDSUFootball #NDSU #NCAAFootball #TransferPortalBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Purple Positivity – Christmas Day Preview 🎄🏈 Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza 🍕 It’s a Christmas Day showdown as the Minnesota Vikings take on the Detroit Lions, and Purple Positivity with Justin Ekstrom has you covered. The Vikings will be rolling without J.J. McCarthy, who’s sidelined with a hand fracture, which means it’s Max Brosmer time under center. New QB, big stage, holiday vibes, no pressure, right? Justin breaks it all down with his signature Good, the Bad, and the Ekstrom, looking at what’s clicking, what’s clenching, and what’s got Vikings fans yelling “ope” at the TV. Grab some 7th Ave Pizza, settle in, and get your Purple Positivity fix before kickoff. Skol and Merry Christmas! 🎅💜#PurplePositivity #Vikings #Skol #VikingsNation #DetroitLions #ChristmasDayFootball #NFL #MNFootball #GoodBadAndEkstrom #7thAvePizza #PizzaPowered #SkolVikings 🎄🏈🍕Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Show Date: 12/18/25On this month edition, of Sports and Songs Podcast with Dan and Andy, they review the 2002 album "Killing the Dragon" by Dio.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

🎙️ Purple Positivity with Justin Ekstrom 🍕 Brought to you by 7th Ave Pizza!The Vikings went down to Dallas last week and came home with a gritty win over the Cowboys and oh ya, JJ McCarthy looked pretty dang good doing it. This week, the purple head back home to get set for a matchup with the Giants, and there’s plenty to feel optimistic about if that momentum keeps rollin’. Justin Ekstrom breaks it all down, plus we’ve got everyone’s favorite segment: The Good, The Bad, and The Ekstrom — no free passes, no sugarcoating, just straight Minnesota honesty. #PurplePositivity #Vikings #Skol #JJMcCarthy #VikingsNation #MNFootball #NFLPodcast #MinnesotaSports #GoodBadEkstrom #7thAvePizza #BeerBellySports #BBSRNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Tj looks at the FCS Semifinals and sees upsets ahead. He will also look at some of the Bison’s freshman recruiting class for 2026.#BisonFootball #FCSFootball #NDSUFootball #Sports #NorthDakota #NDSU Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

On this episode of The Sliver Bullet Sessions, (thanks to 7th Ave Pizza) the boys breakdown their fantasy woo’s and woahs. The lions are scary right now in a wizard of oz way. The bowling team needs to figure it out in the worst way possible by all means necessary. Travis got Sam on 3 players (2/3). And also we talk about annoying people doing annoying things. We give our movie review and is it shit was double barreled this week. ALSO we have not 1 but 2 snake drafts that we are having a hard time figuring out who won either or.We also introduced a new segment into the show that shows you might not be as innocent as you think.  Going to need your help on that. We will be back after the new year to keep your Wednesdays interesting. Happy New Year, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and everything else inbetween.#Sports #Minnesota #BowlingRecap #NewSegment #recap #Vikings #BeerTasting #Beer #Bemidji #FantasyFootball #NFL #Lions  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

The Vikings are fresh off a big win over the Commanders, and Justin Ekstrom breaks it all down on this week’s Purple Positivity! JJ McCarthy looked sharp and confident, while Jordan Mason powered through defenders with one of his best performances yet. Justin also brings back everyone’s favorite segment — “The Good, The Bad, and The Ekstrom” — giving his unfiltered takes on what went right, what needs work, and what made him shake his head. Next up: Sunday Night Football against the Dallas Cowboys. Can the Vikings keep the momentum rolling under the bright lights? 🎧 Purple Positivity with Justin Ekstrom — part of the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network 👉 Sponsored by 7th Ave Pizza — “Before Pizza Became Trendy!” #SKOL #PurplePositivity #BeerBellySports #Vikings #Cowboys #SundayNightFootball #7thAvePizza #JJMcCarthy #JordanMason #TheGoodTheBadAndTheEkstrom #BBSRNBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

On this weeks fully loaded pod, the boys breakdown their wildest fantasy weeks and upcoming playoffs and also deep dive into the CFP and the transfer portal. They give the bowling update(thoughts and prayers for week 15/30). The guys are done with winter. Travis needs to come up with better random baseball players clearly. We did our beer review, it was not shit. The boys breakdown southpaw(better than Rocky). Snapchat is a young man’s game. And we deep dive into our holiday season with our snake draft and someone got it DEAD WRONG this week. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Bison fans are in mourning after the shocking bow-out of the FCS playoffs. TJ will break it down as he wants answers! Also, what's the current FCS talks?#FCSFootball #HornsUp #NDSU #NDSUFootball #BisonFootball Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

Last week, Vikings rookie QB Max Brosmer looked completely lost against Seattle as Minnesota’s offense sputtered in a tough road loss. Justin Ekstrom breaks down what went wrong from protection issues to rookie growing pains in this week’s episode of Purple Positivity. Now, the Vikings turn their attention to the Washington Commanders, where former LSU standout Jaden Daniels returns as the starter. Can the Vikings defense contain another dual-threat QB that's causing problems for Minnesota’s front seven? Tune in to hear Justin’s thoughts, analysis, and a little dose of Purple Positivity heading into Week 14, thanks to 7th Ave Pizza! 💜 #Skol #PurplePositivity #Vikings #7thAvePizzaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

We look at which Bison made the Missouri Valley Football All- All-Conference  Selection. TJ will break down NDSU’s playoff opponent, an old foe in Illinois St, and he makes his Rd 2 predictions.#FCSFootball #Football #NDSU #NDSUFootball #HornsUp #NorthDakotaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.

The Gophers keep the Axe in Minnesota! 🪓 In a gritty 17–7 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers, the Gophers defense stood tall and Drake Lindsey managed the game like a seasoned vet. The Axe stays right where it belongs — in the Land of 10,000 Lakes! Join Vince Wright as he breaks down all the key moments from this classic border battle — from big defensive stops to the celebration on the field. Vince also takes a look at what this means for the program heading into the offseason and which players made the biggest impact under the lights. This is “Gophers After Dark” — where Minnesota pride runs deep, and the Badgers go home empty-handed. 🔥 Tune in now on the Beer Belly Sports Radio Network and wherever you get your podcasts. #SkiUMah #RowTheBoat #GoGophers #BeatWisconsin #GophersAfterDark #WrightOnTheEdge #BeerBellySportsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports-radio-network--5080802/support.