Do the Steelers owe fans a statement after two players showed up at a Trump rally?
Does a professional sports team need to offer a statement or explanation to fans if players appear at a political rally?
Jun 03, 2025•21 min
Chad Hartman
The Chad Hartman Show — A veteran of the radio scene in the Twin Cities,
Chad is known for his work in sports, including as the one time play-by-play
voice of the Minnesota Timberwolves. But he’s also known for knowledge of
the issues, which makes him one of the best interviewers in the business.
But make no mistake, Chad likes to have a lot of fun. And if you don’t
believe it, ask Adam.
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Episodes
AI trying to rule the world & Ask Adam Anything
Is AI preparing to take over the world and wipe us all out? Chad shares his high level of concern for AI gaining more intelligence and independence before we lighten the mood with Ask Adam Anything.
Jun 03, 2025•35 min
If Adam Carter took over the bar downstairs from WCCO, what would he name it? Ask Adam Anything!
Our friend Adam Carter returns to the studio for another round of Ask Adam Anything on a Tuesday!
Jun 03, 2025•15 min
AI is coming for us and Chad is frightened!
Experts are sharing their concerns about AI upon seeing troubling developments as AI programs fight to stay alive.
Jun 03, 2025•20 min
Chip Scoggins & some Rapid Fire Radio
Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune joins for two segments of sports talk on many of our local clubs before Chad dives into a bevy of topics, including who we can possibly blame in Canada for sending us more wildfire smoke this year.
Jun 02, 2025•32 min
Who can we blame for the smoke billowing in from Canada?
Who in Canada can we blame for the wildfire smoke interrupting our summer outdoor time this year? Chad jumps into that amongst a potpourri of topics.
Jun 02, 2025•14 min
How will Tim Connelly shape the Wolves roster this offseason? Chip Scoggins joins!
Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins with great stuff on the Wolves, Vikings, Twins, Lynx and Wild.
Jun 02, 2025•18 min
Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated & graduation ceremony etiquette
Susie Jones joins us for two segment of fun with Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated before it gets heated between Chad and Dave over the the topic of graduation ceremony etiquette.
Jun 02, 2025•35 min
Chad says he's in favor of leaving a graduation ceremony after hearing his child's name called. Selfish or astute?
Chad and Dave get into a heated rhubarb over proper graduation ceremony etiquette with Chad admitting he's perfectly fine with anyone turning their backs on the full class walking out of the ceremony after they hear their child's name.
Jun 02, 2025•14 min
Susie Jones in a jean jacket...Underrated!
Susie Jones showed up today for Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated rocking her jean jacket! Chad loved it so much that he had to try it on too, despite his belief that men don't look nearly as good in a jean jacket as women.
Jun 02, 2025•21 min
Governor Walz pushing for 2028 & buyouts offered at the Star Tribune
Chad opens the show reacting to some comments from Governor Walz speaking in South Carolina over the weekend before discussion about a tip Chad got about the Star Tribune offering buyouts to people in their newsroom.
Jun 02, 2025•33 min
Buyouts at the Star Tribune is bad news for journalism and the state
Chad heard from a source today that the Star Tribune is offering buyouts to employees throughout the newsroom. Chad says it could be a big hit to journalism in the state.
Jun 02, 2025•12 min
Does Tim Walz have a chance to be in the Presidential mix for Democrats in 2028?
Governor Walz told a crowd in South Carolina over the weekend it's time for Democrats to bully President Trump back as he bullies them. Is Walz capable of being in the mix for Democrats as they hunt for a candidate to lead the party in 2028?
Jun 02, 2025•22 min
Matthew Coller & Am I Wrong?
Purple Insider founder Matthew Coller joins Korzo with talk about the Vikings and news of GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah getting a new contract with the team before we turn it over to the Am I Wrong? committee to wrap up the show.
May 30, 2025•33 min
Don't complain about Door Dash taking advantage of your laziness. Am I Wrong?
The Am I Wrong? committee, lead by Dave Harrigan, is back to wrap up the Friday show with Scott Korzenowski in for Chad to weigh in on their resolutions for the week.
May 30, 2025•13 min
Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah has a new contract! Matthew Coller joins.
What does a new deal for GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah mean for the Vikings as they move forward? Matthew Coller of Purple Insider joins Korzo to talk about the deal, how Adofo-Mensah has performed so far in the GM role, and more related to the club as a new season approaches.
May 30, 2025•12 min
Trump's busy week, return policies & Kyle Potter
Scott Korzenowski reviews a busy week for the President playing a game of What's Up With Trump? to open the hour. Later, we talk about how customers are taking advantage of lenient retail return policies, our favorite chain restaurant, and Kyle Potter of Thrifty Traveler joins to talk about how big airlines are quietly charging higher prices for solo travelers.
May 30, 2025•35 min
What are the biggest airlines doing now to pull more money out of our pockets? Kyle Potter explains.
Kyle Potter of Thrifty Traveler joins Korzo to share about a story they broke this week showing the biggest airlines in America are exploiting solo travelers by quietly charging high prices for their tickets than those booking multiple tickets.
May 30, 2025•8 min
What's Up With Trump? We review another busy week for President Trump
Scott Korzenowski revisits another busy and interesting week in the news for President Trump.
May 30, 2025•13 min
Timberwolves, working from home & Jon Krawczynski
Scott Korzenowski, sitting in for Chad today, mixes in a bunch of Timberwolves and NBA discussion throughout the hour, including a visit with Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic, with a discussion about working from home and a change in hybrid work policy at Medtronic.
May 30, 2025•33 min
Are we seeing the start of the 'golden era' of Timberwolves basketball?
Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic joins Korzo to talk about the Wolves getting bounced from the Western Conference Finals for the second year in a row and what comes next for the team.
May 30, 2025•13 min
Is Medtronic making a wise move asking hybrid workers to be in the office 4 days a week?
Scott Korzenowski speaks about his experience working remotely since the pandemic as Medtronic asks their hybrid workers to return to the office four days each week instead of three.
May 30, 2025•7 min
Erica Jensen on the good work they do at NMDP LIVE from the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction
It’s a big day at WCCO, not just Chad’s birthday but its the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction in partnership with NMDP! We kick the bidding items off with a dinner for two in the famous Sid Hartman booth at Murray's Steakhouse! Chad is joined by Erica Jensen (Senior Vice President, Innovation, Strategy & Marketing at NMDP. NMDP is a global nonprofit leader in cell therapy, helping save the lives of patients with blood cancers and disorders. NMDP aims to create a world where every patient can ...
May 29, 2025•13 min
Todd Peterson on NMDP and their mission to help save lives
It’s a big day at WCCO, not just Chad’s birthday but its the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction in partnership with NMDP! Chad is joined by Todd Peterson who is the Executive Director with NMDP. Chad and Todd talk about what brought him to working with NMDP and the interactions they have with people when they reach out to the organization after being touched by blood cancer.. They take bids on the Twins Executive Balcony package where 20 ticket winners join Chad Hartman, Dave Harrigan for the Thurs...
May 29, 2025•10 min
Jordana Green on her experience living with blood cancer
Chad is joined by Jordana Green to kick off the second hour at the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction alongside NMDP. We gather bids for the the MN United Gameday VIP Experience with Chad Hartman which includes personal “chalk talk” with Minnesota soccer legend Manny Lagos, a mini tour of Alliance Stadium before the game and the opportunity to watch warm ups from the home team bench! NMDP aims to create a world where every patient can receive their life-saving cell therapy.
May 29, 2025•12 min
Leveraging MN’s golf community for blood cancer research and NMDP
It’s a big day at WCCO, not just Chad’s birthday but its the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction in partnership with NMDP! Chad is joined by Todd Peterson who is the Executive Director with NMDP. Chad and Todd talk about what brought him to working with NMDP and the interactions they have with people when they reach out to the organization after being touched by blood cancer.. They take bids on the Twins Executive Balcony package where 20 ticket winners join Chad Hartman, Dave Harrigan for the Thurs...
May 29, 2025•35 min
Robert F. Kennedy tries to 'Make America Healthy Again' as some experts call it the destruction of the US public health system
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. changed the guidelines for woman and children and the COVID vaccine shortly after issuing a new health report that blamed America's food supply for growing illness in children. Catch up on the Trump Administration's latest efforts to 'Make America Healthy Again' and why so many health professionals are deeply skeptical of it.
May 29, 2025•37 min
Jordana’s story and chances to win VIP experiences with the MN United and the Chad Hartman Show!
Chad is joined by Jordana Green to kick off the second hour at the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction alongside NMDP. We gather bids for the the MN United Gameday VIP Experience with Chad Hartman which includes personal “chalk talk” with Minnesota soccer legend Manny Lagos, a mini tour of Alliance Stadium before the game and the opportunity to watch warm ups from the home team bench! For the second half of the hour Chad and Dave take bids on an Am I Wrong? Host Package where the winner gets to hang...
May 29, 2025•35 min
A Chance to win The Sid Hartman Experience at Murray's and naming rights to the WCCO studio for a month!
It’s a big day at WCCO, not just Chad’s birthday but its the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction in partnership with NMDP! We kick the bidding items off with a dinner for two in the famous Sid Hartman booth at Murray's Steakhouse! Chad is also joined by Erica Jensen (Senior Vice President, Innovation, Strategy & Marketing at NMDP. Listeners then bid on naming rights to the WCCO studios for an entire month. NMDP is a global nonprofit leader in cell therapy, helping save the lives of patients with...
May 29, 2025•39 min
Trump not backing up his words to Putin & Jamie Yuccas
Chad opens the hour talking about tough, but empty, talk from President Trump towards Vladimir Putin before our weekly visit with Jamie Yuccas from Los Angeles.
May 27, 2025•31 min
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