News & Views with Joel Heitkamp
MWCNews & Views with Joel Heitkamp is a multi-award winning program where Joel Heitkamp brings his common sense approach to the issues of the day. From politics to public service announcements and sports to government spending, there is a place in the conversation for everyone.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 207 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Business NewsGovernmentNews | |||
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09/14/26: Derek Hanson is broadcasting live from Minneapolis to bring Minnesota Vikings coverage after their home opener win. Tatum Everett is a an On-Air Talent/Content Manager for the Minnesota Vikings.
(Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the M... more
09/14/26: Derek Hanson attended the Minnesota Vikings home opener game and was joined by multiple players after the win.
(Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be... more
09/14/26: Derek Hanson is hosting "News and Views" after the big Vikings home opener win, and is joined by Pete Bercich. Pete is currently an analyst for the Minnesota Vikings, after playing and coaching for the Minnesota Vikings and playing at Notre... more
09/11/26: North Dakota State Senator Jamie Selzler is hosting "News and Views" and is joined by former United States Senator Kent Conrad. Senator Conrad reflects on September 11, 2001 and hears some sound from 25 years ago.
(Joel Heitkamp is a tal... more
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Apple Podcasts5SPK—
United States2 years ago - Commissioner, Michelle Turnberg
If there were a minus star, that would be my rating of this episode. I chose 1 for the sake of an actual rating. A stark contrast to the "point" you were supposedly getting at all episode long; which was how does the commissioner plan to get rid of the homeless in Fargo. I was only left to assume that was your point, since you asked one sided questions as if the commissioner has total control and/or authority to rid the city of their homeless population. Newsflash: The taxpayers have no more or ... more
Apple Podcasts1GenamarieAUnited States2 years ago - Medina Shootout Episode
Just listened to this episode. Pretty pathetic to listen to grown men who are journalists sit around and talk about how this “affected” them. Why not interview the survivors of US Marshal Muir and Deputy US Marshal Cheshire? See how this incident affected them. These men were sworn law enforcement officers with an arrest warrant for Gordon Kahl. It was there duty to try to arrest him. It was an ongoing case. I was a Deputy US Marshal for 26 years and this incident was a crucial part of the hist... more
Apple Podcasts1RichardSnyderUnited States4 years ago - Brian
Joel is top shelf. I highly recommend listening
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The program focuses on politics, public policy, and government, with conversations that span federal to local issues, farm policy, elections, and public safety. Interviews mix policy analysis with practical implications for communities, infrastructure, budgets, and social programs, often featuring lawmakers, regulators, and policy advocates. It stands out for timely, issue-driven discussions that connect national debates to regional concerns in the Midwest, and for a pragmatic, common-sense hosting style that aims to inform listeners and spur civic engagement.
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Recent guests on News & Views include:
1. Courtenay Brown
2. Bob Heitkamp
3. Shannon Schweigert
4. Brandon Lunak
5. Gary Wertish
6. Drew Wrigley
7. Andrew Rockhold
8. Tim Purdon
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