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The Power Trip's Initials Game

KFAN FM 100.3 (KFXN-FM)
Initials Game
Great Clips
Seventh Avenue Pizza
St. Paul Federal Credit Union
Radco
Wolf River Electric
Minnesota Vikings
By the Yard
7th Avenue Pizza
Trivia
Minnesota
The Initials Game
Treasure Island Resort and Casino
KFAN
Hurlburt Heating and Plumbing
Las Vegas
The Power Trip Morning Show
Comedy
2025 Initials Invitational
Minnesota Twins

Every Friday around 8:15​-8:20 a.m. on KFAN 100.3 the Power Trip Morning show plays the Initials Game.The game involves 12 items people, place, things, phrases or anything as long as they share the same initials. All 12 items share the same initials. The contestants do not know the initials until they are revealed shortly before the game starts. Each item has 6 clues. As soon as the contestants kn... more

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Every Friday around 8:15​-8:20 a.m. on KFAN 100.3 the Power Trip Morning show plays the Initials Game presented by Builders & Remodelers!

The game involves 12 items people, place, things, phrases or anything as long as they share the same initials. ... more

Every Friday around 8:15​-8:20 a.m. on KFAN 100.3 the Power Trip Morning show plays the Initials Game presented by Builders & Remodelers!

The game involves 12 items people, place, things, phrases or anything as long as they share the same initials. ... more

Every Friday around 8:15​-8:20 a.m. on KFAN 100.3 the Power Trip Morning show plays the Initials Game presented by Builders & Remodelers!

The game involves 12 items people, place, things, phrases or anything as long as they share the same initials. ... more

Every Friday around 8:15​-8:20 a.m. on KFAN 100.3 the Power Trip Morning show plays the Initials Game presented by Builders & Remodelers!

The game involves 12 items people, place, things, phrases or anything as long as they share the same initials. ... more

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Recent Guests

Chad Abbott
Guest host/guest referenced during episode
Episode: The 630th Initials Game - Initials Major #18 LIVE from Treasure Island
Marney Gellner
On-air personality and guest contestant
The Power Trip Morning Show team
Episode: The 629th Initials Game (K.B.)
Daniel Hastings
Guest on episode
Episode: The 625th Initials Game (H.M.) feat. Daniel & Taylor Hastings
Taylor Hastings
Guest on episode
Episode: The 625th Initials Game (H.M.) feat. Daniel & Taylor Hastings
David Goose
Guest mentioned and likely featured in the game, appears as a notable local figure
Episode: The 624th Initials Game (F.T.) feat. Levi Drake Rodriguez
John Kriesel
Guest on Initials Game 623
By the Yard (mentioned as sponsor); former Minnesota politician and veteran
Episode: The 623rd Initials Game (F.T.) feat. John Kriesel
(no additional guests identified)
Episode: The 623rd Initials Game (F.T.) feat. John Kriesel
Lou Raguse
Guest on Initials Game episode
KARE 11 journalist
Episode: The 622nd Initials Game (F.T.) feat. Lou Raguse
Adam Thielen
NFL wide receiver guest on Initials Game
Minnesota Vikings
Episode: The 621st Initials Game (B.P.) feat. Adam Thielen

Hosts

Chris Hawkey
Host with strong ties to the show's morning lineup, frequent in-game participant and banter driver.
Marney Gellner
Co-host with analytical insights and strong in-game banter; regular on show.
Cory Cove
Host and facilitator of Initials Game; central to on-air interactions and sponsor reads.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 336 ratings
  • I love it

    It’s fun to listen to it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ola boba
    United Statesa month ago
  • The commercial timings are awful

    I don’t know if the commercials are created with AI, but they come in at the worst times.

    The last one I listened to was with Alicia Lewis. There was a commercial right in the middle of a clue. The recording ended after the commercials played and never came back to the game. I guess that was the one where meat sauce, set a record, but I’ll never be able to hear it because KFAN engineers are horrible at their job.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Scott MN
    United States3 months ago
  • Was fun

    Too corporate now, it took the fun away.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Zwildone
    United States5 months ago
  • Too many sore losers on this show

    The show is fun to listen to and play along with but too many of the contestants become incredibly sore losers when someone else gets a question right and nobody wants to listen to that.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HawaiiThad
    United Statesa year ago
  • Was better with AJ

    Too corporate, lovey dovey. No competitive spirit

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Zwildone
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is fun for long-form road trips and fans who like to play along.
Listeners enjoy the live-game energy and banter when crowds join in; sponsors are well-integrated.
Some feedback notes delays and heavy commercial load affecting pacing.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The 616th Initials Game (P.C.) feat. Alexis Huss
Q: What two letters do you think are worth $110,000?
Douglas from Finley, Ohio guesses M and T, leading to a near miss or win depending on placement, illustrating the high-stakes nature of the round.
The 608th Initials Game feat. William Sawalich (C.K.)
Q: What's it like being in a video game?
It's pretty cool; I grew up playing those video games and racing with my dad.
The 603rd Initials Game feat. Adam Weber (C.N.)
Q: What are you playing for if you win today?
If I win today, I'll be sponsored by Seventh Avenue Pizza which is currently on sale.
The 603rd Initials Game feat. Adam Weber (C.N.)
Q: Adam, how are you feeling going into this competition?
Feeling good, but also nervous since it's a big game.
The 602nd Initials Game feat. Derek Shelton (S.L.)
Q: What are your thoughts on the competition?
Derek finds the game challenging yet enjoyable, engaging with the competitive spirit of the show.

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The program revolves around a fast-paced word-guessing game where contestants identify items that share the same two initials, guided by six clues per item and a buzzer-based format. Episodes mix banter, crowd engagement, sponsor reads, and live-game dynamics, with frequent guest appearances from athletes, journalists, and local personalities who help drive competition and fan interaction. Notable strengths include strong live-event energy, long-running franchise familiarity, and frequent sponsor integrations that feel native to the format, making it a reliable vehicle for live reads and listener participation. Potential listeners can expect a playful, competitive vibe anchored in Midwest sports culture and local brand partnerships, with a ... more

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1. Chad Abbott
2. Marney Gellner
3. Daniel Hastings
4. Taylor Hastings
5. David Goose
6. John Kriesel
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8. Lou Raguse

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