Shutdown Showdown, Beef, and Winter Warm-Up (11-10-25)

The Need to Know Morning Show is back to cover a wide range of hot topics. The hosts discuss the anticipated end of the government shutdown and the controversial political fighting over healthcare subsidies. They analyze the debate on Obamacare and a potential deal to reopen the government. The episode also features an interview with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on fraud in SNAP benefits and possible price-fixing in the beef industry. The hosts share local sports updates, forecast an unusual warming trend for the week, and offer advice on preparing for winter, both physically and mentally. Standout Moments: Time Description 3:28 Ohio Senator Bernie Marino questions the minority leader on why the Democrats' proposal to extend ACA benefits for millionaires is not in writing. 4:47 The hosts discuss the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald on Lake Superior. 5:04 A text message notes the irony of the government shutdown: politicians still get paid while working taxpayers go without paychecks. 6:53 Reporter Chad Pergram explains the ongoing Obamacare fight is at the heart of the government shutdown, not spending levels. 8:43 Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins discusses widespread fraud in SNAP benefits and illegal immigrants relying on the program. 9:20 President Trump's social media post is discussed, suggesting "something is fishy" with rising boxed beef prices while cattle prices have dropped, hinting at price fixing. 10:19 A listener texts in favor of a 50-year mortgage as a way for young people to escape "Black Rocks rental scam" and get out of renting. 10:48 Travel agent Cindy Tile announces a 7-night all-inclusive trip to Margaritaville in Cancun flying out of Fargo in late January for $1,859 per person. 12:47 Health and Wellness guest Mariah Prussia gives advice on combating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in the winter months. 13:58 Weather update: Forecaster Dino predicts a high of 58 degrees on Friday, with temperatures warming up significantly throughout the week. 14:02 Happy Birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps, founded in 1775.