Saddle up for another episode of Riders on Beer Belly Sports — the reason why we’re the Semi Pro of Sports Talk. This week Matt and Bruce hit the road talking about Mother’s Day weekend, the madness of Minnesota Fishing Opener, and everything else happening across the Land of 10,000 Lakes. The guys break down the Vikings adding another wide receiver, the Twins continuing to do… Twins things again, and whether the Wild and Timberwolves can keep Minnesota’s championship hopes alive. The boys also ...
May 09, 2026•1 hr 38 min
This week it’s Bruce and Matt behind the mic with a loaded episode full of Minnesota sports and the usual Beer Belly chaos. 🏈 The guys kick things off with a full recap of the Minnesota Vikings draft—who they loved, what surprised them, and what it all means moving forward. Then it gets… interesting. The conversation shifts to the situation involving a Minnesota Golden Gophers football QB and the fake ID story 👀—because of course it does. 🏒🏀 On the ice and the court, both the Minnesota Wild ...
May 03, 2026•1 hr 51 min
🎙️ “Getting T-ed Up” – New Beer Belly Sports Episode is LIVE! 🍻 This week, Matt and Bruce are joined by former Chelsea Stoltenberg , as she talks about her time leading the Bemidji State Beavers women’s basketball program and what’s next in her journey. Great stories, great insight, and an awesome conversation with one of Bemidji’s own. From there, the guys dive into the Minnesota Wild and the playoff buzz happening right now 🏒—what to expect and how they’re feeling about the push. The Minnes...
Apr 09, 2026•2 hr 1 min
🎙️ “Charlie Building Legos” – New Beer Belly Sports Episode is LIVE! 🍻 This week, Charlie from PBS North (Lakeland PBS) joins Matt and Bruce for another classic mix of sports, stories, and straight-up chaos. Charlie kicks things off with some local Bemidji news before things quickly go off the rails—in the best way possible. Matt finally pays up on his Joe Ryan bet ⚾ (you knew it was coming), and Charlie shares some life lessons straight from the Las Vegas Strip 🎰… and yeah, they’re exactly w...
Apr 03, 2026•2 hr 25 min
This week on Beer Belly Sports, we’re joined by a true Bemidji legend—the voice you’ve heard for years on KBUN and Paul Bunyan Broadcasting—Joel Hoover stops by the show. We get to know Joel beyond the mic, hear stories from some of the action he’s called right here in Bemidji, and talk about the impact he’s had on local high school sports over the years. A really special conversation for the local sports community. 🙌 We also take time on this episode to pay our respects to Jessi Pierce and her...
Mar 26, 2026•2 hr
This week it’s just Matt and Bruce back behind the mics, and the chemistry picks up right where it left off. The guys kick things off with a tough look at the collapse of the World Baseball Classic for Team USA 🇺🇸—what went wrong, and how did it fall apart like that? From there, it’s a major shake-up in college hockey as both the men’s and women’s programs for the Minnesota Golden Gophers men’s ice hockey and Minnesota Golden Gophers women’s ice hockey move on from their coaches. The guys brea...
Mar 19, 2026•1 hr 53 min
This week Matt and Scott welcome special guest Jared Rubado from the Bemidji Pioneer , and the conversation gets HEAVY on hockey. The guys dive deep into Bemidji State Beavers men’s ice hockey and what’s happening with the program right now, along with a big discussion about NCAA Name Image Likeness and how NIL is changing the landscape of college athletics. They also break down the excitement and tradition of the Minnesota State Boys’ Hockey Tournament , one of the biggest and most electric eve...
Mar 06, 2026•1 hr 56 min
The crew is back in the studio for another chaotic and community-packed episode of Beer Belly Sports 🍻 Bemidji Mayor Jorge Prince makes his return visit while Bruce Legg slides back into the chair after some time away — and the timing couldn’t be better. The guys kick things off talking Minnesota Twins spring training storylines, celebrate Team USA bringing home hockey gold, and get the Mayor’s perspective on the Vikings’ future with quarterback JJ McCarthy. Matt cracks open another page of “Th...
Feb 26, 2026•1 hr 54 min
This week on Beer Belly Sports, the Sliver Bullet Sessions boys crash the party and join Matt in the studio for a show that’s got more spin than Travis’ bowling ball 🎳 We kick things off with pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training and break down what it means for the Minnesota Twins after some recent roster moves. Is this the year? Or are we emotionally preparing ourselves again? (You already know the answer.) We hit the Olympics for a quick lap around the world, then dive into the ...
Feb 13, 2026•1 hr 56 min
Matt, Travis, and Scott are back behind the mics, and it’s a classic Beer Belly Sports roller coaster. The guys kick things off by diving into the wishful thinking that had Wolves fans buzzing: what were the real chances of the Minnesota Timberwolves landing Giannis “The Greek Freak” Antetokounmpo from the Bucks? 🐺🇬🇷 That blockbuster never came together, but the Wolves did make other moves before the trade deadline, and the crew breaks down what actually matters going forward. From there, it’...
Feb 06, 2026•1 hr 48 min
We kick things off by welcoming back an old friend of the show — Brian Bissonette from Paul Bunyan Communications joins us for a great conversation and some classic Beer Belly Sports vibes right out of the gate. From there, the crew dives into the Minnesota Twins keeping Joe Ryan out of arbitration — but does that really mean he’s safe in Minnesota, or could a trade still be coming sooner than later? 👀 We also break down the Twins making a trade with the Colorado Rockies and what it means for t...
Jan 29, 2026•1 hr 50 min
This week on Beer Belly Sports, we’re joined by Travis from The Sliver Bullet Sessions, and yes… things get weird fast (as they should). We break down the MLB Hall of Fame Class of 2026 — who’s in, who’s out, and who’s still pretending they’re fine about it. The Vikings keep their defensive coordinator, the Twins bring back a familiar face to the bullpen, and the Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards gets snubbed as an NBA All-Star starter — which makes absolutely no sense, but here we are. Matt also re...
Jan 23, 2026•1 hr 48 min
This week on Beer Belly Sports , it’s just Matt and Bruce, holding it down and letting it rip like the good ol’ days. The guys dive headfirst into the Minnesota Twins , breaking down the latest signings and what they mean for the season ahead — plus a big conversation about Byron Buxton representing Team USA in the World Baseball Classic . Of course, Bruce had to get something off his chest and finally talk some Minnesota Vikings — it’s been a few weeks, and the purple thoughts were piling up. T...
Jan 17, 2026•2 hr 7 min
This week, we welcome one of the biggest guys to ever come on the show and he's the sports director for Lakeland TV, Charlie Yaeger joins us. We learn a lot about him and how he started in TV. The #NFL playoffs are here, we took the picks from EVERYONE at #BBSRN for the playoffs, thanks to BettorEdge for the spreads. Scott and Charlie deep dive HS hockey and we talked about how good the BSU Mens hockey team and the #Gophers basketball. Also did a smaller #Vikings recap, talked about JJ staying h...
Jan 08, 2026•2 hr 34 min
On this weeks show, Travis from The Sliver Bullet Sessions, joined us again, hear his crazy takes from this weeks episode. The #MNTwins have a new ownership group, the #MNWild are STILL hot, are the #Vikings QB JJ McCarthy going to be able to keep the momentim going for Minnesota? We also do our picks thanks to BettorEdge! Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Knob and Kettle, Paul Bunyan Communications and Angie's Acres. #SKOL #NFL #Sports #Minne...
Dec 12, 2025•1 hr 45 min
It's our Thanksgiving show, Travis from The Sliver Bullet Sessions. This week, are the Timberwovles that good? Are they a team that you don't want to see is the playoffs? The Wild have been turning it on latley, another team on the rise. The Gophers will be playing at Wrigley Field this weekend, is JJ Mccarthy good as Christian Ponder? With Thanksgiving coming up, we did a snake draft on what activites we would do during Thanksgiving. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji...
Nov 21, 2025•1 hr 59 min
On this weeks episode, the Minnesota Twins add new coaches, the Minnesota Vikings are once again the middle of the road team... How bad will the Golden Gophers get beat on Friday against the Ducks? Bruce has some very funny News Of The Weird, Missed Connections and more! Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Knob and Kettle, Paul Bunyan Communications and Angie's Acres. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-bell...
Nov 13, 2025•2 hr 7 min
On this week's episode we learn that Minnesota Twins get their new manager, the Gophers are looking to bounce back after a disappointing loss last weekend against Iowa. Is the time for a new head coach for the Wild? We also talk about a fear at Halloween candies and the ones we don't like. Don't forget about Missed connections, news of the weird and the name game. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Knob and Kettle, Paul Bunyan Communications an...
Oct 30, 2025•2 hr 17 min
We were LIVE at the Sliver Creek Saloon, and we had a GREAT time, thanks to Joe for having us. We preview the World Series and make our picks on who will win, we think the Twins are narrowing down it's it's list of mangers, the Vikings are going with Wentz again and we share WHY they are. The Timberwolves start the season as well, and we honor one of our TOP FANS! Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Knob and Kettle, Paul Bunyan Communications an...
Oct 23, 2025•1 hr 57 min
Just Matt and Bruce this week, but a good show, the MLB playoffs are going on, and Bruce is upset about his Cubs, the Twins are in search of the new it's new manger, the Wild are kinda a meh team... bur can they turn it around? Matt was at the Gophers game and we preview that game as well. The Vikings are coming off it's BYE week, how will they face agasint the Eagles? Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, SotaStick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice for Bemidji, Knob and Kettle, Paul Bunyan Communicati...
Oct 16, 2025•1 hr 43 min
It's just like old time, Dustin, Bruce and Matt are on this week. They talk about the adventures they had at BSU, Matt and Bruce get into a heated argument about the pitcher for the Phillies. The Wild came out of the gates in game 1 of their season winning 5-0 over the Blues. Weekly picks thanks to BettorEdge and wayyy more. Thanks 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Angie's Acres, Knob and Kettle Restaurant and Paul Bunyan Communications Become a support...
Oct 11, 2025•1 hr 57 min
The guys are off this week, but here's a look at some of the best moments from our show. From us being at the Bemigji Curling Club - Travis talking crap about the Vikings. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Angies Acers, and Paul Bunyan Communications. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports--5080810/support ....
Oct 02, 2025•2 hr 20 min
This week ep, the guys talk about the MLB strike zone challenge, the Vikings are overseas this week and next week. Is Krill staying in Minnesota? Bemidji is renovating an old ice rink. We talk about him and the NHL rules on it. Dustin brings us not one but 2 games this week. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Home Choice of Bemidji, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Angies Acers, Paul Bunyan Communications and the Knob and Kettle. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sp...
Sep 25, 2025•1 hr 52 min
The Vikings might be hurting the next few weeks, we learn that some things are best left unsaid. The Twins have to have the worst owners of all time. We play spin the whel of topics, got most of Missed Connections, News Of The Werid and Bruce brings have his facts. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Home Choice of Bemidji, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Angies Acers, Paul Bunyan Communications and the Knob and Kettle Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports--50808...
Sep 18, 2025•1 hr 56 min
This week, we take a look at the #MNTwins season.... Krill not wanting to stay in Minnesota? Is JJ the answer for the #Vikings? We make our picks in the #NFL and #NCAA picks. Thanks 7th Ave Pizza, Sota Stick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Angies Acers, Knob and Kettle, and Paul Bunyan Commuications Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports--5080810/support ....
Sep 11, 2025•2 hr
Bemidji State Head Football coach joins us, to talk just about BSU football, but who is greatest coaching influences were. #Vikings talk and we look at the sad Minnesota Twins. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Knob and Kettle Restaurant, Angie’s Acres, Paul Bunyan communications. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports--5080810/support ....
Sep 04, 2025•2 hr 16 min
It's our 3rd Annual #Vikings Kickoff Show from the Knob and Kettle, and what a show it was. the Mayor Jorge Prince joines for the show. What will the #Vikings celing and the floor be? What will they do with adding an old face to the team again? Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji, Paul Bunyan Communitcations, Angies Arcers, Knob and Kettle Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports--5080810/support ....
Aug 28, 2025•2 hr 11 min
Right out of the gates, we break the news of the #Vikings trading Phillps. The #MNTwins are still doing #MNTwins things.... We try to find out who the #Vikings should add to the WR core, that and way more. Thanks to 7th Ave, SotaStick, Angies Acers, Paul Bunyan Communications, Ebrs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Home Choice of Bemidji and Knob and Kettle. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sports--5080810/support ....
Aug 21, 2025•2 hr 5 min
This week we welcome Sam Kalberer, to the show, It's the a smaller version of what you'll see with the upcomign show, "Sliver Bullers Sessions". It was a more of WHAT ARE THE MINNESOTA TWINS front office doing show. We find out what our death row meals are and way more. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Erbs and Gerbs of Bemidji, Angies Acres, Knob and Kettle, Home Choice Store and Paul Bunyan Communications. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-belly-sport...
Aug 14, 2025•1 hr 44 min
With the Minnesota State Fair right around the corner, Geffre has an Oceans 11 type hiest that you need to listen too. Also the MLB trade deadline realllly sucks for the Minnesota Twins. Geffre also has an open letter for the Twins. The NFL preseason starts and we see who we talk in our who we take with our 1st overall in our fantasy. Thanks to 7th Ave Pizza, Sotastick, Angies Acres, Knob Kettle, Home Choice of Bemidji, and Paul Bunyan Communications Become a supporter of this podcast: https://w...
Aug 01, 2025•2 hr 9 min
