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ROCK MORNINGS
Hosted by Brian Simpson · EN
Also heard live from 6-9am on 95.7 THE ROCK in La Crosse, WI WRQT and 92.9 THE X in Eau Claire, WI WECL Brian Simpson - Jean Taylor - Scott Robert Shaw
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One Gotta Go Wednesday - Iconic horror movies edition. Car Ranch. Brian vs. A.I.
3d ago01:28:48Tap to summarizeMore extremely nice weather the rest of this week…maybe some showers & thunderstorms this weekend! Wednesday means it's time to get over the hump and get ready for a very busy Friday/Saturday/Sunday! In the news this morning, the latest on the hantavirus cruise ship, a mayor in California is a Chinese spy, RIP to Donald Gibb, more info on the tragic death of a man at the Denver airport, and the Canvas hack has come to an end. In sports, the Brewers won their fifth in a row last night by beating the Padres, a recap of last night's NBA & NHL Playoff action along with a look at tonight's match-ups, both Brandon Clarke & Jason Collins(NBA players) have died, and Daryl Morey is out in Philly as the 76ers GM. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and Brian gave a glowing review to a movie he watched on Netflix yesterday(Alone). Plus, a musical about Weird Al is coming soon! An interesting look at two VERY different commencement speeches. One that mentions A.I. And another that pays off student loans. And speaking of A.I., is Brian softening his stance on A.I.? Also…this might be the next big threat when it comes to putting your entire life online. Elsewhere in sports, Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy is out of the hospital, the charges against the guy who killed the Goudreau brothers will stand, a Tiger Woods' prescription records will be turned over to prosecutors. We played an "Iconic Horror Movie-edition" of One Gotta Go Wednesday - Friday the 13th. A Nightmare on Elm St. Halloween. Texas Chainsaw Massacre. And check out this mom's rant about Car Ranch! And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a woman in Alabama who shot her husband to death because he was annoying her, a motorcycle that somehow ended up on a street pole, a woman who robbed a bank in California without any attempt to disguise her appearance, and an all-you-can-eat buffet in Spain that had to start charging people a "vomit fee".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Apocalypse Early Warning System. Grant Bilse. A stranger in the basement!
4d ago01:35:02Tap to summarizeAnother beautiful day in the neighborhood with warm temps & plenty of sunshine. In the news this morning, a nationwide recall on chocolate, one of the owners of the Bucks is allegedly getting blackmailed, the student who got called "hot" by an adult member of a school board in Tennessee reprimands the entire board, the guy who shot up the White House Correspondents' dinner pleads "not guilty", and a wild scene in Massachusetts yesterday involving a guy shooting at random people in broad daylight. In sports, the Brewers start a three-game series against the Padres tonight, a recap of last night's NBA & NHL playoff action along with a look at tonight's line-up, Nate MacKinnon takes a puck to the face, Wemby doesn't get suspended by the league for his elbow, and the Bucks are apparently "Open for business" when it comes to Giannis. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and what's new on New Release Tuesday. Plus, NBC & FOX make announcements about what they've got lined up for their fall schedules. Did you mess up Mother's Day??? How about a redo? Elsewhere in sports, Adrian Peterson is going into the Vikings Ring of Honor this coming season, the NFL has already leaked out a few games on the schedule, and a star running back from Missouri gets shot at a concert. A woman is reunited with her lost cat after going missing for seven months, and a firefighter who helped deliver a baby years ago is invited to her high school graduation! Have you seen the Apocalypse Early Warning System? It tracks private jets around the world and could signal the end of the world if a large number of jets suddenly flees the big cities. Grant Bilse of the Wisco Sports Show joined us just after 8am to talk about the Brewers, Bucks & Packers. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about some stolen hot dogs in #Florida, a disgusting onion, a couple that discovered a stranger living in their basement, and a mayor in Georgia that fired an entire police department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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FAFO in Maui. Cosmetic surgery on your ears. Can anxiety help you live longer?
5d ago01:28:48Tap to summarizeHope everyone had a nice Mother's Day! We enjoyed a spectacular brunch at The Vintage Kitchen yesterday. Up next, my 50th Birthday party on Friday! Back to work today and in the news, the latest on the hantavirus cruise ship, an officer in Wisconsin shot & killed a man at Fleet Farm in Oshkosh, an African stork has been spotted in Wisconsin recently, and a deadly incident involving a Frontier Airlines plane. The Brewers completed a sweep of the Yankees this weekend, but lost Brandon Lockridge to the IL after he crashed into the wall. A recap of this weekend's NBA & NHL Playoffs along with a look at tonight's schedule, and Shane Van Gisbergen continues his dominance on road courses in NASCAR by winning at Watkins Glen yesterday. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and discussed the movies & shows we watched over the weekend. Plus, some highlights from the Netflix Roast of Kevin Hart last night, and a new record-setting win on the Price is Right! A fantastic story about a couple of foster parents in the Detroit area who are being rewarded with a new home after years of fostering children. And speaking of kids, check out this 7 year-old who helped save a classmate who was choking! Elsewhere in sports, legendary Braves manager Bobby Cox passed away earlier this weekend, the results of UFC 238, and the NFL will officially drop next season's schedule on Thursday night. According to a recent study, certain kinds of anxiety can help you live longer. We talked about a new trend among Russian men…where they intentionally get cauliflower ears to make people think they're MMA fighters. Last week, we had a Guardians fan steal a baseball from a little girl. This week, a Guardians fan tries to catch a foul ball but spills his beer all over a woman sitting next to him instead. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a hospital in Canada with an ant infestation, gas thieves are using a new tactic to steal your gasoline, a 28 year-old woman was impersonating a high school student for two weeks before being caught, & an update on a guy who stole a bunch of diamonds and swallowed several of them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mother's Day stuff. Doc's Racing Report. Rabid beavers. Insane neighbors!
1w ago01:33:55Tap to summarizeAnother work week in the books, so let's finish strong today! We've got warmer weather ahead…and it's Mother's Day on Sunday. We had a bunch of Mom's Day stuff this morning including some stats & info on America's spending habits for the holiday, a "Coolest Soccer Mom" contest, and a list of the best TV Moms of all time. In the news this morning, a wild video of a rabid beaver attacking a family that was fishing in NJ, the latest on the hantavirus cruise…including a woman's TikTok rant about a new pandemic…and speaking of cruises…we obviously talked about the newest pics & videos of Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel & former NFL reporter Dianna Russini renting a boat a few years ago. Also in the news, a cyber-attack on multiple school systems & universities! We let you know what's on the boob tube this weekend and what's new in theaters. Plus, some new music to pick up as well! Did you see Ryan Seacrest's face? He's the latest celebrity with a much different look than what we've become accustomed to…and speaking of celebs, did you see that Jaime Pressly is now joining Shannon Elizabeth & others on OnlyFans???? In sports, the Brewers start a three-game series at home against the Yankees tonight, a recap of last night's NBA & NHL Playoffs along with a look at the upcoming games on the schedule, the Badgers/Notre Dame game at Lambeau Field gets a kick-off time, and Aaron Rodgers is apparently going to play for the Steelers again this upcoming season. Cool story about a small town in Minnesota(St. James) that recently hosted a donkey basketball fundraiser for local emergency responders. Students, teachers, and first responders played a basketball game while riding on donkeys and they wound up raising $4,000 to help pay for new CPR devices for the community. And a bunch of students in Australia rescued an injured man during a remote hike! Elsewhere in sports, the NCAA men's & women's tournaments get one step close to expanding, Brian's BFF Johnny "F-ing" Damon gets inducted into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame, and the outrageous prices for World Cup tickets! Even the President thinks it's out of control. Doc joined us just after 8am for a new NASCAR racing report thanks to County Materials in Holmen & Eau Claire. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a #FloridaMan who recently got a DUI - droning under the influence, a cross-dressing neighbor from hell in NYC, a woman in West Virginia who chased down & shot at a driver who ran over a chicken that was outside her home, a death row inmate that claims to be immortal, and a #FloridaWoman who thought someone was breaking into her house…only to discover a couple of gators fighting on her porch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Another "Karen of the Day". Office Cora talks about her Nashville trip. Toddlers getting tats.
1w ago01:30:18Tap to summarizeIt was downright chilly yesterday. I had my hood up while picking up dog shit in my backyard. Brrrrrr! Thankfully, warmer temps this weekend with highs in the 70's expected. Started the morning with the Andy Hughes version of "The Thursday Song", and in the news today, the death of Ted Turner….a Wisconsin woman is accused of defrauding Medicaid for over $2 million…the United States is monitoring several passengers who were on the hantavirus cruise ship…the Epstein suicide note is released…Tanner Horner gets sentenced…and the Pope gets hung up on! In sports, the Brewers beat the Cardinals yesterday…a look at last night's NBA & NHL Playoff scores along with tonight's schedule…the Bucks introduced their new head coach yesterday and talked about the future of Giannis with the team…and the Kentucky Derby winner will NOT be running in the Preakness. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and what we've been watching. Had another "Karen of the Day". This one was REALLY annoying. Like nails on a chalkboard! A tow truck driver in Canada recently rescued a moose that had become trapped in a frozen lake…a couple of pet goats helped save their owner's life after a tornado…and a 4 year-old is credited with saving her grandmother's life after she fell & became disoriented. Elsewhere in sports, Brendan Sorsby's alleged betting activity is being investigated by a bunch of organizations, and the NFL appears to be close to signing a new CBA with their referees. It's Hypothetical Thursday, and Brian's question for Jean was: "You discover that your wonderful one-year-old child is, because of a mix-up at the hospital, not yours. What would you do? Would you want to exchange the child to try to correct the mistake?" Jean's question for Brian was: "Would you rather win $50,000 or let your best friend win $500,000" Office Cora joined us just after 8am to talk about her recent trip to Nashville! She also let us know what she's up to this weekend in the 715. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a #FloridaWoman who got busted for DUI after officers found a beer can in her Happy Meal cup, a man found out that his mother's dead body was being used for bomb testing, a couple of women in Missouri robbed their father's bar, a Delta passenger couldn't find anyone to help him at the customer service desk, so he took matters into his own hands, and a woman in Kentucky allegedly gave a toddler a tattoo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Karen of the Day. One Gotta Go Wednesday. The first rule of Fight Club is...
1w ago01:33:07Tap to summarizeHappy Hump Day, yo! Staying chilly today before warming up tomorrow & Friday. Gonna get back into the 70's this weekend. In the news this morning, the latest on that cruise ship that's dealing with a deadly hantavirus outbreak, a recall on potato chips, a warning about a new scam involving the IRS, a missing hotel owner is found inside of a crocodile, and possible refunds from the IRS from the Covid era could be waiting for you! In sports, the Brewers & Cardinals got postponed yesterday due to weather and will now make up that game in July, reliever Angel Zerpa's season is done as he'll be getting Tommy John surgery, the Brew Crew revealed their plans for a 25th Anniversary celebration of Am-Fam Field, and we also looked at last night's NBA & NHL playoff action along with a rundown of tonight's games. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and what we've been watching. Plus, more concerts are coming to the big screens. Elsewhere in sports, Stefon Diggs gets a "not guilty" verdict in his alleged assault case, soccer star Neymar is being investigated, and the Beer Skate sold out…unless you want to spend a bunch of money online for one. We had a new "Karen of the Day" who is really upset about losing out on shotgun, and we also played "One Gotta Go Wednesday" - Music edition this morning. Great story about a woman with MS who just became the first person in a wheelchair to complete the entire 1,000km Munda Biddi Trail, and another great story about a woman who was recently reunited with a CPS caseworker that helped her two decades ago while she was still in foster care. Do you like soccer? Do you need money? There's a new job that is looking to pay someone to watch the World Cup…while being watched themselves. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a #FloridaWoman who allegedly kicked a child at a youth football game, people in China who are creating A.I. versions of their ex-partners, a popular squishy toy that exploded and burned a child's face, a drunk woman who tried to mow down a kid with her car, and a school director in Arkansas who was running a child Fight Club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Grant Bilse. Cinco de Mayo deals. Greatest guitar solos!
2w ago01:35:02Tap to summarizeFrom May the 4th…to Cinco de Mayo! On a Taco Tuesday, no less! The first time that's happened since 2020. Thankfully, things are back to normal now & we can legally leave our house for tacos & margs. In the news this morning, the latest on Rudy Guliani, another deadly cruise ship is being refused permission to dock, a massive recall on frozen pizza sold at Walmart, and a wild video of a United Airlines plane hitting a delivery truck. In sports, the Brewers lost to the Cardinals last night in Jackson Churio's return, a recap of yesterday's NBA & NHL Playoffs along with a look at tonight's games, the Packers sign Tyrod Taylor as a backup QB, the Tigers' Tarik Skubal is getting a procedure done on his pitching elbow, and the Orlando Magic have fired their head coach. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and let you know what's new on New Release Tuesday. In case you missed it, Dolly Parton cancels her Vegas residency due to health concerns. With today being Cinco de Mayo, it's a great day to save some money if you're going out to eat, so here's a list of some of the deals you can take advantage of. Great story about a restaurant in Ohio that took all of it's employees to the Bahamas(can you imagine?)…and a horse that got swept away during a flood gets rescued. Elsewhere in sports, Yankees broadcaster John Sterling dies, and a coach of an Under-14 baseball team fights an umpire on the field. Rolling Stone recently put together a list of the top 100 guitar solos of all time, so we talked about that. Grant Bilse of the Wisco Sports Show joined us just after 8am. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a #FloridaMan who stole a running car and drove it to the sheriff's office to admit his crime, another #FloridaMan who got naked and threatened people on a beach with a drill, and a #FloridaWoman who intentionally ran over a bunch of baby ducklings with her vehicle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Giant roadside attractions. Brian's Derby pick didn't have a great day. Sharing isn't a necessity.
2w ago01:24:13Tap to summarizeBack to work with some nice, warm weather today…before cooler temps return. In the news this morning, Rudy Guliani is in the hospital in critical condition, Spirit Airlines is no more…but one guy tried to crowd-fund enough money to purchase the company, and Great White gets scratched from the Kentucky Derby…ending Brian's hope of getting rich on long odds. In sports, the Brewers dropped a game to the Nationals yesterday, a recap of the NHL & NBA Playoffs along with a look at tonight's games, and Chase Elliott gets another win yesterday. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight, Olivia Wilde responds after pictures of her looking a bit off went viral, and the Oscars have made some rule changes to deal with A.I. Great story about a dog that recently got rescued from a tiny ledge on a high-rise building after being trapped for two days, and a baby eaglet gets emergency surgery to remove a fish hook. Today is May The 4th, so we looked at a list of deals you can take advantage of today. Plus, a list of some GIANT roadside attractions to look for on your next road trip. Elsewhere in sports, a recap of the Kentucky Derby, and did you see Malik Willis' first pitch? Just a bit outside…Plus, an EMT recently needed an EMT for himself after taking a foul ball to the mommy/daddy button! Check out this mom who's got a unique take on kids & sharing. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a #FloridaWoman who set her boyfriend's house on fire, a #FloridaMan who tried to phone a friend with his shoe, a #FloridaCouple who are in big trouble for burning a drone that crashed in their backyard, and an increase in Bigfoot-related sightings are happening in Ohio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Brian's getting a mani/pedi. Things to look forward to in May. What happened to Greg Biffle?
2w ago01:34:53Tap to summarizeFriday is finally here and the warmer temps are on the way this weekend. Back into the 70's on Sunday! In the news this morning, a $2 million-winning Powerball ticket was recently sold in Sparta, a recall on certain Thermos containers, Britney Spears gets charged for driving under the influence, an update on Ving Rhames…who collapsed at a restaurant yesterday…and a list of which states allow you to get an "ASSMAN" license plate. In sports, the Brewers destroyed the D-Backs to take two out of three from Arizona, a look at last night's NBA & NHL playoff action and a peek at tonight's schedule, the latest on the LIV Golf league, and Lukas Van Ness gets his fifth-year option picked up by the Packers. We talked about what's on the boob-tube this weekend and what's new on the big screen this weekend. Plus, another TV star from the 90's is revealing how much money she makes on residuals from her hit show. Elsewhere in sports, a wild story is developing around the death of NASCAR legend Greg Biffle, and with the Kentucky Derby tomorrow, we looked at how they name the horses…and ran down a list of some of the most interesting names in Derby history. Speaking of lists…today is May 1st, so we hooked you up with a list of things to look forward in the next month…including what's going to be in theaters, new TV shows, major sporting events, and the holidays! Doc joined us to talk NASCAR racing just after 8am thanks to County Materials in Holmen & Eau Claire. We also got an update on Ed Bambas…the guy who was working full-time at a grocery store after retiring from his GM job. Plus, a new "Karen of the Day"! And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a stolen fire truck, a JP Morgan executive who is accused of sexually abusing a male subordinate, a popular streamer gets run over by a car while walking across the country, and a former Chick-Fil-A employee in Texas allegedly stole $80,000 by faking mac-n-cheese orders!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Hypothetical questions. No Office Cora! Fart salads. Wiping poop all over the neighborhood.
2w ago01:36:19Tap to summarizeHere we are on a Thursday! The unofficial start to the weekend. Looking like some cooler temps today & tomorrow before warming up this weekend. I put our plants in the garage just in case. In the news this morning, Ridglan Farms is selling almost 1,000 beagles to a rescue group, a 17.3mph speed limit in Appleton is going viral, actor Sam Neill is now cancer free after a five-year battle, a passenger on a Delta flight refuses to get off their phone, and the MN couple who assaulted a TPUSA reporter are hit with federal charges. In sports, the Brewers lost to the D-Backs last night, a recap of yesterday's NBA & NHL Playoff games along with a look at tonight's schedule. New anti-tanking rules are coming from the NBA, Caitlin Clark is going to be releasing a children's book, and the first scratch from the Kentucky Derby We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and discussed a list of TV Quotes that people utter every day. And it's "Hypothetical Thursday", so we asked each other hypothetical questions. Brian's question for Jean was: "If you could...would you bury your pet in a pet semetary?" Jean's question for Brian was: "Would you be killed immediately at the beginning of a zombie apocalypse, or live through it?" No Office Cora this morning as she's on her way to Nashville with a bunch of listeners. But we still hooked you up with three things to do in the 715 this weekend. The newest "maxxing" trend involves a very particular kind of salad. Check out this piano prodigy who's going to make history as one of the youngest performers at Carnegie Hall. And a therapy dog in Hawaii is extremely popular with first responders. Elsewhere in sports, the LIV Golf league might be folding sooner rather than later as the Saudi Public Investment Fund is pulling it's financial support, the new CEO In NASCAR takes over, and a recent tennis match got interrupted by some very loud sex. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a viral social media post about sharks swimming towards the Great Lakes, a scary new feature coming for all brand-new vehicles in the U.S., another possible side-effect for Ozempic & other weight-loss drugs, a Taco Bell employee who took his job a bit too seriously and shot at some customers, and a #FloridaWoman who was smearing her poop all over the neighborhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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