Colette Bulera from Taste of Minnesota joins Jason to talk about the one of a kind package they’ve put together for the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction in partnership with NMDP! This exclusive VIP package to Taste of Minnesota on Saturday, July 5th, and enjoy two VIP passes to one of the hottest events of the season. Each VIP pass includes: VIP Lanyard, Fastpass Wristband, 2 Drink Tickets, Reserved Viewing Area, Private Bar with Happy Hour from 2pm – 4pm, Private Air Conditioned Bathrooms, On-si...
May 29, 2025•10 min
It’s a big day at WCCO, a whole day (6a-6p) dedicated to raising money for NMDP as they fight blood cancers and disorders and aim to create a world where every patient can receive their life-saving cell therapy. Jason and Dan are live at NMDP and are joined by Colette Bulera from Taste of Minnesota, Steve Spellman from NMDP Research and Taylor Surdyk from Surdyk’s.
May 29, 2025•32 min
Jason is joined by Ethan Walsh and his family live at the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction in partnership with NMDP. Scott (Ethan’s dad) speaks about Ethan’s experience and how their family navigated (with the guidance of NMDP) through the transplant experience that saved Ethan’s life.
May 29, 2025•9 min
Brent Frederick from Jester Concepts joins Jason DeRusha to talk about the dinner Jester Concepts are donating for the Cure Blood Cancer Radio Auction in partnership with NMDP! Listeners bid live for the opportunity for a Progressive dinner with Jason and Alyssa DeRusha that includes a multiple course dinner at Borough with drinks at Char Bar after.
May 29, 2025•14 min
It’s a big day at WCCO, a whole day (6a-6p) dedicated to raising money for NMDP as they fight blood cancers and disorders and aim to create a world where every patient can receive their life-saving cell therapy. Jason and Dan are live at NMDP and are joined by Brent Frederick from Jester Concepts and Ethan Walsh and his family . NMDP is a global nonprofit leader in cell therapy, helping save the lives of patients with blood cancers and disorders.
May 29, 2025•35 min
5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour Lead - it's do-or-die time for the Timberwolves. Jason talks with Star Tribune beat writer Chris Hine. Then, what's grinding your gears this week. What have you had ENOUGH of?
May 28, 2025•31 min
What's grinding your gears this week? Jason and listeners share what they've had ENOUGH of.
May 28, 2025•14 min
On "The Lead" - it's do or die for the Timberwolves. Jason talks with Star Tribune beat writer Chris Hine. Then on "Page 2" - a St. Paul institution is closing. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)
May 28, 2025•18 min
4pm Hour: Jason agrees with the President that perhaps we should have fewer foreign college students - but for very different reasons. Then he talks with Linda Jurek from Visit Cook County about taking a staycation this summer in Minnesota.
May 28, 2025•32 min
With fewer Canadians visiting Minnesota for vacations, the tourism industry is reminding folks that staying home for a vacation is a great idea. Jason talks with Linda Jurek from Visit Cook County about the wonders of Minnesota.
May 28, 2025•9 min
Jason thinks that the President may be right in trying to limit the number of foreign students at colleges and universities - though they're reasoning is completely different. Take a listen.
May 28, 2025•19 min
Jason is joined by Tracy Perlman to talk about tonight's championship celebration for the Minnesota Frost and National Burger Day!
May 28, 2025•30 min
On "The Lead" - Jason talks to Twins reliever Danny Coulombe about a really cool opportunity for families touched by autism to visit Target Field. Then on "Page 2" - a new form of housing for our aging population! (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)
May 27, 2025•17 min
4pm Hour: Jason talks about being shamed by the internet for trimming his grass while wearing a bathrobe. Is he the only one who does that?! Then on DeRusha Eats - it's grilling season! Jason shares how you can save on tickets to GrillFest at CHS Field!
May 27, 2025•32 min
Jason talks about Memorial Day weekend being the unofficial start of summer, and that means it's grilling season! Plus, find out how you can save money on your tickets to GrillFest at CHS Field!
May 27, 2025•14 min
The internet came for Jason this weekend when he admitted to trimming his grass while in his bathrobe. It's HIS backyard... is that so wrong?!
May 27, 2025•18 min
3pm Hour: Jason talks to listeners about recent rash of commencement addresses that have become overtly political. Bad idea? Then, why aren't people enjoying this Timberwolves run as much as they did last year?
May 27, 2025•32 min
Jason loves the Timberwolves and has thoroughly enjoyed this season. But he gets the impression that fans aren't enjoying this run as much as they did last year, and he wonder why that is? (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
May 27, 2025•11 min
... Jason gets upset. Whatever your political leanings, are commencement speeches the place and time for stump speeches? We play back clips from Scott Pelly and Tim Walz as Jason talks to listeners. (Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
May 27, 2025•20 min
Final stretch this Monday and ‘First Things First’ we talked to Chris Broussard of FS1 breaking down the Timberwolves-Thunder Game 4 matchup and also recapping the Pacers and Knicks series up to this point! and then we lead you up to Twins pregame as they are visiting Tampa!
May 26, 2025•18 min
It is a busy Memorial Day weekend full of sports action including the traditional Indianapolis 500 race where Heather Rule gives us the recap of all of the festivities and also the Frost have a chance to repeat history tonight at the X. Also Minnesota fans don’t have it that bad and Henry explains why! Then, we discuss the gym and why when you are in there getting your sweat on - it should be just about you and nothing else! Lastly, Henry and Josh discuss who they think will pull away in Game 4 ...
May 26, 2025•34 min
There are not too many people that take in the grandeur of the Indianapolis 500 like Heather Rule of Minnesota Hockey Mag - we chat with her LIVE as she makes her way home from Indy and also she previews the Minnesota Frost striving for a back - to - back Cup and the improbable path from almost being out of the playoff picture to the verge of a Walter Cup repeat!
May 26, 2025•11 min
Henry Lake is in for Jason for DriveTime for your Memorial Day commute home and we begin with President Trump threatening tariffs against Apple if they refuse to produce the iPhones here in America. Also the Twins faithful have reason to be optimistic about the ballclub this year but why? Also we reflect on five years since the murder of George Floyd!
May 26, 2025•34 min
The current President of the United States has threatened 25% tariffs toward Apple CEO Tim Cook if Apple does NOT produce iPhone’s in the United States. We discuss how this could affect the stock of Apple and its iPhones going forward - and should we dive in now and bite the bullet before it is too late?
May 26, 2025•8 min
This weekend can create many moments where we forget to sit back and reflect and remember what is truly important - especially when times are chaotic - Henry expands on this to kick off today’s show!
May 26, 2025•9 min
5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour Jason talks to Wolves CMO Mike Grahl about why you need to be at Target Center for Games 3 and 4 of the Western Conference Finals. Then he's joined by Dan Hayes from The Athletic to talk about Carlos Correa's return and LaTroy Hawkins college graduation.
May 23, 2025•33 min
Jason is joined by Dan Hayes from The Athletic for their weekly Twins baseball chat. This week they talk about the return of Carlos Correa from a concussion, and Dan's article on LaTroy Hawkins going back to college. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
May 23, 2025•10 min
On "The Lead" - Jason talks to Timberwolves CMO Mike Grahl about why you need to be at Target Center for Games 3 and 4. Then on "Page 2" - say goodbye to Amazon's data center. (Photo by William Purnell/Getty Images)
May 23, 2025•19 min
4pm Hour: Jason hosts another competitive round of his gameshow - Card DeSharks! Then the University of Maryland thought it was a good idea to invite a Muppet to give their commencement address... really?!
May 23, 2025•32 min
Jason thinks it's fun... Dan thinks it's ridiculous. What do you think of the U of Maryland having Kermit the Frog as their commencement speaker. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for Capital Concerts)
May 23, 2025•10 min
