Talk of the North with Nick Rhudy
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Talk of the North with Nick Rhudy. Airs weekdays from 5 to 6 PM on 102.3, 103.3 FM and 1270 AM WMKT.
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Episode 114
On today's show, two house fires struck northern Michigan. Traverse City is losing a beloved Taproom but gained two recreational marijuana outlets. Road work is about to hit Petoskey. NHL Pride Night caused some Christians to get targeted by LGBTQ activities.
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3 days ago
Episode 113
On today's show, a new study shows just how generous Northern Michigan is! Access to busing just got better for TCAPS students. An update to the Line 5 saga. Nick is joined by State Representative Cam Cavitt who represents the 106th district. Hypocrisy continues to flow from the left side of the aisle, this time over COVID policy. We discuss Rep Cavitt's first bill and an update on Save Cornwall Flooding.
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4 days ago
Episode 112
The Michigan Court of Appeals just issued a massive ruling that will set precedents for future cases. GM made a significant announcement that will upset the car buffs among us. Nick is joined by Dean Clancy, a senior policy fellow at Americans for Prosperity and is a Paragon Health Institute public advisor. The pair discuss what Biden is proposing to do to Medicare, how to better modernize Medicare, and how the right can win on the issues regarding entitlement programs.
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5 days ago
Episode 111
An accident with a train just struck northern Michigan, but no, it was not a derailment. An update on the status of two MSU shooting victims. A special prosecutor has been requested following the arrest of a Grand Traverse Couty Commissioner. We review the latest Twitter File. All that and more on today's show!
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6 days ago
Episode 110
A Cadillac man was arrested for embezzling tens of thousands of dollars. Some new Honda Civics are experiencing troubling issues with steering. Traverse City Commissioners had an eventful Monday night meeting and we break down the results. Nick is joined once again by Phil Kerpen, President of American Commitment. They discuss the debt ceiling debacle as well as the first veto of President Biden's tenure. You can find Phil's work at www.americancommitment.org
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Mar 20, 2023
Episode 109
An Amish buggy carrying three children was struck by a car early today. Two sports complexes could be coming to Traverse City within two years. AG Nessel is doing her best to keep her secrets. Nick is joined by Lapeer County Prosecutor John Miller who came under fire for looking into why the hotly debated book Gender Queer was at the Lapeer District Library. John sets the record straight and gives some advice for folks across the state on how to approach this topic of obscene material in libraries.
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Mar 17, 2023
Episode 108
On today's show, a school bus full of students went off the road and hit a few trees, no serious injuries were reported. More deck seating is coming to the Hotel Earl in Charlevoix. And Gaylord looks to reel in short-term rentals. Midway through the show, Nick is joined by State Rep Neil Friske (R 107). They discuss a myriad of legislation from gun bills to right to work, to Neil's won bill that seeks to repeal the DNR's 72-hour harvest report mandate.
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Mar 16, 2023
Episode 107
On today's show, a few affordable housing projects are looking to break ground in Northern Michigan. Several crimes that allegedly took place years ago are finally seeing their day in court. Nick is joined by presidential candidate Perry Johnson, who placed third at CPAC. He beat out big-name candidates Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy. We discuss both foreign and domestic policy, and of course, why he is running.
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Mar 15, 2023
Episode 106
On today's show, a house fire in Sault Ste. Marie proved to be deadly. A large Michigan-based company has split into two independent companies. Traverse City's growth has sent them into a new category for federal funding. We talk to operations engineer Matt Radulski for the US-31 rebuilding project in Alanson, detailing the road work that will last from March to November. For any questions please call their Gaylord office at 989-731-5090.
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Mar 14, 2023
Episode 105
On today's show, a school bus in Northern Michigan was involved in a hit-and-run, the driver is still at large. Michigan State Women's Basketball Coach is stepping down due to health concerns. Enter a contest to throw out a first pitch at a TC Pitspitters Game! And the fight over porn in kid's sections at libraries continues!
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Mar 13, 2023
Episode 104
On today's show, Nick hits some local news, including a story of the arrest of a local elected official. A new Twitter Files has dropped. Governor Whitmer waxed poetic about her infamous shutdown on national TV. All that and more on today's show!
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Mar 10, 2023
Episode 103
After some local news, Nick is joined by two special guests in studio, State Senator John Damoose of the 37th district and Tom Stilling, former Antrim County GOP Chair. The pair give their perspective and voice opposition to the National Popular Vote Proposal. The conversation also spills into other hot topic issues that face the state.
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Mar 9, 2023
Episode 102
On today's show, there is a lot of local news to cover so buckle up. Recreational weed is very close now as the TC clerk's office handed out 16 permits today. The Michigan lottery sent $1.25 billion to the state's education fund. We cover the revelations of Tucker's new insights into January 6th. All that and more on today's show!
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Mar 8, 2023
Episode 101
Today Nick dives into some local news. A massive housing project is in the works in Petoskey, to the tune of 200 units. Consumer's Energy and Awakon Federal Credit Union are donating $50,000 a piece to Michigan and Northern Michigan. Nick is joined by Brenden Boudreau, Executive Director of Great Lakes Gun Rights, to give listeners an update on gun control legislation in Lansing.
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Mar 7, 2023
Episode 100
On today's show, we have 30 minutes of local news! Oh, did we mention we are celebrating the 100th show of WMKT'S Talk of the North? Thanks for your support! Perry Johnson a former Michigan Gubernatorial candidate from Michigan made a little splash at CPAC last week. All that and more on today's show!
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Mar 7, 2023
Episode 99
On today's show, a car chase led to the arrest of three people! Gretchen Whitmer appointed 4 Northern Michigan leaders to state boards. It appears the media has been using the train derailment stories to rile up both the right and the left.
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Mar 3, 2023
Episode 98
On today's show, Nick hits some crazy local news! A Michigan University is closing its doors! A showdown between Grand Traverse County and the Bay Area Transportation Authority is worthy of grabbing popcorn and listening to the details! Chris Hackbarth, Regional Manager at DTE Energy joins Nick to discuss gas reliability improvements in Charlevoix's downtown. All that and more on today's show!
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Mar 2, 2023
Episode 97
On today's show, Nick gets into local news off the top. A $1.3 billion dollar budget was passed, with about half of the money of going to Ford. Twitter Files 17 dropped today and Nick shows how the government accused you of propaganda and tried to get you censored by creating actual propaganda. All that and more on today's show!
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Mar 1, 2023
Episode 96
On today's show, Nick hits some local news. He is then joined by Saul Anuzis the former Chairman of the Michigan Republican Party to discuss the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. This bill that was re-introduced in Lansing would give all of Michigan's Electoral votes to the Presidental Candidate who won the popular vote.
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Feb 28, 2023
Episode 95
On today's show, a staple of Petoskey business has been sold to a private equity firm! The Wuhan virus leak theory has all but been proven to be true, just like with the Hunter Biden laptop. When will people learn...
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Feb 27, 2023
Episode 94
On today's show, a driver purposely drove into a northern Michigan bar Sunday morning. A local criminal got caught when reporting he was a victim of a crime. The Michigan Senate race is getting interesting. All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 24, 2023
Episode 93
On today's show, Nick dives into some very interesting local news. NBA star James Harden surprises one of the MSU shooting victims with a FaceTime and gifts! North Central Michigan College added a very important program that will go towards helping young people stay in Northern Michigan. State Representative from the 107th district Neil Friske joins Nick to discuss his bill that would keep pornographic material out of the kid's section at libraries in Michigan. All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 23, 2023
Episode 92
On today's show, Nick updates you on the status of the five shooting victims from MSU. A MSP trooper was cleared of any wrongdoing after fatally shooting a man. Local political activist Izzy Lyman joins the show to inform us about a cool event taking place on Friday the 24th. All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 22, 2023
Episode 91
On today's show, Nick updates you on the MSU shooting victims. The Petoskey 4th of July Fireworks are set to return, IF they can raise the money. We review the camping launch of Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy as they take on Trump.
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Feb 21, 2023
Episode 90
On today's show, Nick updates you on the several car crashes on I-75 the past few days. Teachers are trying to indoctrinate your kids, you have to hear this audio to believe it. All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 20, 2023
Episode 89
On today's show, Nick hits some insane local news! A two-county police chase with the perp found in a tree after 3 hours! A five-car crash in Mackinaw City left one dead and four injured. Dennis Lennox was at the Michigan GOP convention on Saturday and joined Nick to discuss the results.
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Feb 16, 2023
Episode 88
On today's show, Nick focuses on updates to two critical stories. The MSU shooting and the UFO shot down over Lake Huron. But that is not all that was discussed as now Michigan is the site of the latest train derailment, the fourth such in two weeks. All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 15, 2023
Episode 87
Nick is joined by 107th State Rep Neil Friske and Brenden Boudreau, the Executive Director of Great Lake Gun Rights to discuss the aftermath of the MSU Shooting.
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Feb 14, 2023
Episode 86
On today's show, we review the Tragedy of the MSU Shooting. For resources for dealing with grief please visit the resource on our website under the banner Spartans Will.
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Feb 13, 2023
Episode 85
On today's show, Nick dives into some local news. The body of the ice climber at Pictured Rocks was recovered. A UFO was shot down in Lake Huron! Why the Black National Anthem is a seriously troubling thing to see in our nation's discourse.
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Feb 10, 2023
Episode 84
On today's show, Nick is joined by 101st State Rep Joseph Fox and 107th State Rep Neil Friske to discuss Governor Whitmer's Proposed 2024 budget, and all the shenanigans that took place this week in Lansing.
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Feb 9, 2023
Episode 83
On today's show, tons of local news to get to! The city of Gaylord is mourning the lost of a man who fell off an ice cliff and into Lake Superior on Tuesday. Tons of new housing projects are about to break ground! We review a new Twitter Files! All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 8, 2023
Episode 82
Nick hits some local news, particularly Whitmer's proposed 2024 budget. The biggest ever in the state. Nick also talks to consultant, political commentator, travel writer, and friend of the show Dennis Lennox to talk about Trump versus DeSantis and Biden's State of the Union speech. All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 7, 2023
Episode 81
On today's show, Nick dives into some local news. New solar grids are coming to the Oden Fish Hatchery. The payoff plan is in 15 years. Eagles are getting lead poisoning from hunters? And Trump continues to bash DeSantis.
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Feb 6, 2023
Episode 80
On today's show, Nick reviews a ton of pressing local news. New housing in Petoskey? Nick reviews the 18th annual State of the Community from the Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce. Michigan continues to hemorrhage young people. The last of former President Trump's Secretary of Defense, Chris Miller joins Nick to retell his experience on January 6th and promote his new book. Soldier Secretary serves as a memoir, telling harrowing stories of missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, giving an insider look at the tumultuous final days of the Trump administration, and issues a stark warning about the readiness of the military under President Biden. All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 3, 2023
Episode 79
On today's show, Nick hits a plethora of local news and is joined by Al Welsheimer the Fire Chief of Resort Bear Creek Township to discuss EV fires. A Chinese spy not named Fang Fang has penetrated US air space. The Republican Presidential Primary looks like it is about to get busy. All that and more on today's show!
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Feb 2, 2023
Episode 78
In tonight's show, Nick talks with Davey Duncan the author of the book, Surviving the Chatfields: God, Guns, Government, and Grooming. Shocking revelations are made. The Superintendent of Petoskey Public Schools, Jeffery Leslie joins the show to discuss Senate Bill 12.
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Feb 1, 2023
Episode 77
On today's show, Shane Horn the Petoskey City Manager joins Nick to discuss three ways the city is looking to address the parking issue in the downtown. And standards for 3rd-grade reading levels are on the chopping block. Holly Wetzel of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy joins Nick to state why the organization is strongly opposed to the lowering of educational standards
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Jan 31, 2023
Episode 76
On today's show, Nick hits some breaking local news and talks with Candice Hamel of the Father Fred Foundation to highlight their annual food drive. Ron Desantis, the wild Florida man is putting in the work while Trump wages a war of words. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 30, 2023
Episode 75
On today's show, Nick reviews the happenings around Northern Michigan! Emmet County Board of Commissioners Chairman Rich Ginop joins the show to discuss if Emmet County could be made a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary State. A bombshell report reveals Pfizer is likely mutating COVID to sell more vaccines. All that and more on today's show! IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Nick was notified by Rich Ginop several days after this interview that Sheriff Wallin wanted to retract any statement regarding his support or lack thereof of any resolution that would make Emmet County a "sanctuary county for the 2nd Amendment. Wallin wants to remain "neutral".
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Jan 27, 2023
Episode 74
On today's show, we catch up with State Senator John Damoose (37th) and State Representative Neil Friske, and their thoughts on Governor Whitmer's Speech. The Executive Director of Great Lakes Gun Rights also joins the show.
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Jan 26, 2023
Episode 73
On today's show, Nick dives into some local news. And then we spend the rest of the show analyzing the Governor's State of the State Speech!
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Jan 25, 2023
Episode 72
On today's show, the Doomsday Clock moved forward. We review its history and why it is ridiculous, especially over the past 20 years. Whitmer's State of the State is tonight and we preview all of its confirmed and alleged contents! All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 24, 2023
Episode 71
On today's show, Nick takes a deep dive into the Pence classified document situation. Who else has top-secret documents in their closet? The local news is abundant today as we review some rewards a local winery won and a potential new furry friend for Petoskey elementary students! All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 23, 2023
Epiosde 70
On today's show, Nick discusses the swivel the Biden administration is seeking to pull off as gas prices start to rise once more. A national pundit claims Michigan is not a democracy, find out why he is right and wrong. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 20, 2023
Episode 69
On today's show, Nick is joined by special guest Phil Kerpen, President of American Commitment to discuss the fight in Washington over raising the debt ceiling. Will Republicans stand firm? Facebook Files just dropped! Some crazy local crime took place recently! All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 19, 2023
Episode 68
On today's show, Nick talks about Eric Fartwe... Swalwell who is complaining that his removal from the House Intel Committee is tied to death threats he has received. Alec Baldwin has been charged after killing a crewmember on RUST last year. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 18, 2023
Episode 67
On today's show Nick is joined by two special guests! First, Nate Alger the Grand Traverse County Administrator to discuss the reasons for the county's success as they have won MDHHS's Michigan Healthy Worksite Award! And Republican operative and friend of the show Dennis Lennox joins Nick to discuss the letter that House Republicans signed and hand-delivered to Ron DeSantis urging him to run for president. Learn why in this interview. Also, Electric cars may secretly cost you more to own than gas cars. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 18, 2023
Episode 66
Today Nick dives into some local stories, the lone bike shop in Cadillac is closing! Some area schools are also getting state funds to help pay for a school resource officer. Speaking of schools, a Michigan school is under fire for letting 6th-grade students dance on stripper poles. And our neighbors to the southwest in Chicago are dealing with a problem of their own: nearly 800 cases of school-related sexual assault and grooming. Those stories and more on today's show!
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Jan 16, 2023
Episode 65
On today's show, Nick kicks things off with some local news, Michigan has a $9.2 billion surplus, what do to! A new Twitter File dropped, and Illinois just violated the constitution. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 13, 2023
Episode 64
On today's show, Nick is joined by Mark Moyar the William P. Harris Chair in Military History at Hillsdale College to discuss his new book, Triumph Regained: The Vietnam War, 1965-1968". During the Trump administration, Mark served in the U.S. Agency for International Development as the Director of the Office of Civilian-Military Cooperation. A new Twitter Files dropped, concerning RussianGate! Lots of local news, wages are up big in Michigan. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 12, 2023
Episode 63
On today's show, Nick is joined by Emmet County Board of Commissioner Chairman Rich Ginop to discuss the board's recent minor controversy. Two more sets of classified documents were found in Biden's possession. Our local news segment is jammed packed! All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 11, 2023
Episode 62
On today's show, Nick talks with the Director of the Pellston airport, Ryan Bachelor about the local impacts of the FAA outage. A subcommittee has been formed to investigate the federal government's devious deeds surrounding the Twitter Files and other such information. Lots of local news. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 10, 2023
Episode 61
On today's show, Nick looks at some statewide news, our reading and test scores are down. Locally, schools are asking for parents to drive their kids to school as they face a bus driver shortage. President Joe Biden is under fire after it was revealed that he was in possession of 10 classified documents that he took with him from his time as Vice President. NPR ridiculed the right for asking legitimate questions about COVD vaccines and why athletes are dropping dead at rates up to well over 1,000% higher than normal. All that and more on today's show.
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Jan 9, 2023
Episode 60
On today's show, Nick reviews Kevin McCarthy's speech as he assumed the Speaker of the House. The good and the bad. A texas man has been called a hero by some and an executioner by others after he shot and killed an armed robber. A lot of local news!
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Jan 6, 2023
Episode 59
On today's show, Nick highlights the 50-year-old anniversary of the B-52 bomber that crashed into Lake Michigan, narrowly missing the nuclear plant. The mother of the woman killed at the January 6th protest, Ashley Babit, was arrested at the Capitol. The voting for the Speaker of the House continues. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 5, 2023
Episode 58
On today's show, egg prices are going up! Why is that? How do you balance privacy with safety, you better find out fast. Texas is bending the knee to transgenderism and it is a dangerous president. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 4, 2023
Episode 57
On today's show, Nick introduces a new bit that will be at the top of every show along with the Trivia Question of the day. New Twitter Files dropped and as promised Nick dives into them, Twitter Files 11 and 12 only add to the chaos. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 3, 2023
Episode 56
On today's show, Nick wades into the live voting for the Speaker of the House. Why is Kevin McCarthy struggling and who is holding up the process? Find out who and why through their sound bites. Dennis Lennox joins the show to give insight into the troubles in electing the next House Speaker. The pair also discuss the newly minted Democrat Majority/Republican Minority in the state House and Senate. All that and more on today's show!
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Jan 2, 2023
Episode 55
Happy New Year! On today's show, Nick discusses the misstep in messaging by former President Trump as he seeks their Republican nomination. Governor Whitmer laid out the Democrats' agenda for 2023-24 in her inauguration speech and it sounds expensive. We review the districts and who will lead us in northern Michigan for the next few years. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 30, 2022
Episode 54
On today's show, Nick treads into the dangerous waters regarding the arrest of Andrew Tate, a very divisive online figure. We don't talk about the man but discuss the interesting themes and timing around his arrest. Ian Murphy, the owner of the Iron Pig Smokehouse in Gaylord joins the show. The restaurant has been in legal battles with the State of Michigan (Whitmer and the Health Department) over Murhpy's decision to remain open during the pandemic. Some good news as both the Health Department and Liquor Commission have backed off Appeals and further action. But Ian is not through with the State and is suing them for damages. Learn why in this special episode! Support the Iron Pig by clicking https://fight4michigan.com/ All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 29, 2022
Episode 53
On today's show, Nick takes a look at the concerning story regarding Ukraine joining the World Economic Forum. Zelensky pledged to allow them and Blackrock to rebuild Ukraine. The Left has found a new social media platform to love, but they had spent 4 years ripping it. Why the sudden change? All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 28, 2022
Episode 52
On today's show, Nick tackles the complicated story of COngressman-elect George Santos and the lies he told on the campaign trail. The Left is becoming even more brazen regarding their love for abortion, but is the center moving to the pro-life side slowly? If you love sound bites, this is the show for you!
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Dec 27, 2022
Episode 51
On today's show, Nick discusses the Special version of the Twitter Files that are all about Twitter's handling of COVID. Results of the largest snowfall have been released by the NWS in Gaylord and we review that data. Nick is joined by a special guest to discuss education. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 22, 2022
Episode 49
On today's show, You guessed it... it's on to Twitter Files 8! We also review the latest info on the omnibus budget passed by the Senate. Traverse City is getting some major investments. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 21, 2022
Episode 48
On today's show, Nick dives into the Twitter Files #7. The budget Congress is trying to shove through is filled with garbage, Nick breaks it down for you. We review some local news and update the WMKT Market Watch! All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 20, 2022
Episode 47
On today's show, Nick discusses the Pro-Life priest who was kicked out of the Catholic Church. Was JFK murdered by the CIA, seems more and more likely after last night's news. We hit some local news and the WMKT Market Watch. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 16, 2022
Episode 46
On today's show, Nick gets heated! The mainstream media and EU erupt into flames after Elon Musk's Twitter suspended several Left-Wing journalists who violated Twitter's Terms of Service. Trump sold NFTs?! We get into some local news and WMKT's Market Watch. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 15, 2022
Episode 45
On today's show, Nick broke down the story of Tik Tok, from its founding to its potential banning here in the US. The White House seemed to invite a pedophile to celebrate the signing of the Respect for Marriage Act. We take a look at some local stories and the WMKT Market Watch. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 14, 2022
Episode 44
On today's show, Nick dives into the FTX scandal and how it seems to be a money laundering scheme. Big news in the world of science that even I find interesting! Fusion energy, overhyped or the way of the future? All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 13, 2022
Episode 43
On today's show, Nick discusses the collapse in Georgia and how the GOP needs to listen to the voting base if they want future success. PayPal is becoming more authoritarian as if that surprises anyone. We end the show with the WMKT Market Watch. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 12, 2022
Episode 42
On today's show. Nick discusses recent presidential polls released from Lansing. Both Trump and Biden are underwater. A Chicago private school has been passing out sex toys to kids, and the school is still defending its actions! And on the local news front, three pedestrians have been killed in the Grand Traverse County and Leelanau County region in right days. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 9, 2022
Episode 41
On today's show, Nick discusses the impact of Kyrsten Sinema's decision to become an Independent, leaving the Democrat party. College students are becoming lazier and more toxic. Another car accident has left yet another pedestrian and her dog dead, be safe out on the roads folks. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 8, 2022
Episode 40
On today's show, Nick's blood pressure rises as he discusses the lopsided prisoner exchange with Russia. Michigan roads are terrible as we all know, is there any hope for the future? We close with the WMKT Market Watch as always. All that and much more on today's show!
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Dec 7, 2022
Episode 39
On today's show, Nick discusses the gun control measures Michigan Dems will be seeking to enact, including the possibility of bans on semi-automatics rifles. Former Prince Harry and Meghan have created more of a ruckus than usual with their latest deal with Netflix. A Petoskey High School Grad is entering the 2023 NFL Draft. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 6, 2022
Episode 38
On today's show, Nick tells you why using proper English and grammar is racist so stop it! Airports are taking steps to invade your privacy even further! A sad update on the hit-and-run accident in Grand Traverse County. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 5, 2022
Episode 37
On today's show, Nick reviews some audio of a lady saying heterosexual men MUST date trans women. A famous director says testosterone must be eradicated from men's bodies. Sentences were handed down to the Petoskey couple from the horrible sexual assault case. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 2, 2022
Episode 36
On today's show, Nick discussed what Disney's New (old) CEO Bob Iger really meant during a recent town hall with employees. Are the days of woke Dinsey over? We address the Ye situation very briefly. Some new affordable housing projects broke ground in TC and Petoskey. All that and more on today's show!
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Dec 1, 2022
Episode 35
On today's show, Nick discusses a Biden Admistration offical's arrest and pending charges. Another Daily Wire host is being crazy so we address that together. There are basically flying knives in Hawaii right now, we're staying in Northern Michigan forever! All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 30, 2022
Episode 34
On today's show, Nick discusses the interesting fight between Elon Musk and Apple and why its important. Traffic accidents have increased by 5% since freeway speeds increased to 75 MPH here in Michigan. Traverse City is getting its State Police Post back. Dana Nessel's AG office is acting strangely as it handles the investigation into Lee Chatfield.
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Nov 29, 2022
Episode 33
On today's show, Nick discusses the possibility of a national gun ban here in the US. Should 16 and 17-year-olds vote? We await the decision of the Senate on the respect for Marriage Act. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 28, 2022
Episode 32
On today's show, Nick talks about the tricky situation between Ben Shapiro and Ye West, calling out Shaprio's lack of willingness for free speech. Black Friday has seemed to defeat inflation...or has it? Cheboygan Schools faced a gun violence threat. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 25, 2022
Episode 32
On today's show, Nick recaps Dr. Fauci's final press conference as he went down in a flame of defiance. The Pilgrims were initially socialists, and many lost their lives in the attempt at communal living. We have the WMKT Market Watch to close out the week. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 23, 2022
Episode 31
On today's show, Nick celebrates Thanksgiving with two Presidential proclamations! Seven MSU football players have been charged and the reason why the former Charlevoix Police chief was placed on leave has been revealed. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 22, 2022
Episode 30
On today's show, Nick discussed the Top of Michigan Trails Council's report on the economic impact of the trail on the Petoskey region. Should the section between Bay Harbor and Petoskey be fixed? Kyra Bolden got on the Michigan State Supreme court after all after being appointed by Gretchen Whitmer. What does that mean for Michigan? All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 21, 2022
Episode 29
On today's show, Nick discussed a heartwarming Thanksgiving feat happening on Thursday in Traverse City. What is going on with Disney leadership? All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 18, 2022
Episode 28
On today's show. Nick discusses why the snow wasn't the only reason a local school was closed today. The price for your Thanksgiving feast will be 20% more than last year, insane! The tolerant and always anti-bigoted Left has demanded Qatar change their out-of-date old-fashioned ways because their feelings are hurt! An interview with Phil Kerpen from American Commitment regarding the illegality of the Biden Administration's plan to forgive federal student loans using your money. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 17, 2022
Episode 27
On today's show, Nick talked about how the war in Ukraine is hurting our Ski and Snowboarding Industry here in Northern Michigan. Nancy Pelosi has retired from Democratic leadership, should we move on from all of the olds? If you found and reported a $4.8 million dollar check to a company that lost it, would you feel entitled to a prize? All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 16, 2022
Episode 26
On today's show, Nick updates you on a few stories such as the NASA rocket's successful launch and the local angle on that story, as well as the missing Antrim County man who was found safe. Joe Biden has learned nothing from the midterm election, and Tylenol may make you a more dangerous person. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 15, 2022
Episode 25
On today's show, Nick discusses where Michigan stacks up in spending on health care and potholes across the country. You might already know the answer to the latter... A fire broke out in downtown Petoskey! Nick has a strong alibi so no worries there. What is the last on the Biden Administration's Student Loan Forgiveness Plan? All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 14, 2022
Episode 24
On today's show Nick forecasts things to come in Michigan after Democrats hold onto the governorship and retake the House and Senate for the first time in 40 years. Two Traverse City Brothers are headed to the Shark Tank this Friday on ABC. An interview with Jeremy Walters from Republic Services about recycling. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 10, 2022
Episode 23
On today's show, we eulogize the Edmund Fitzgerald. Nick talked to Tik Tok influencer and internet security guru Cathy Pedrayes about how to keep your kids safe on the internet! How do women handle NIL deals in the NCAA, Nick presents you the details. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 9, 2022
Episode 22
On today's show, we spend a lot of time on reviewing local, statewide, and national elections. Results, implications, and future prospects. When should you (or your neighbor) get political yard signs out of the yard? Find out the answer here! All that and more, on today's show.
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Nov 8, 2022
General Election Live Coverage 2022
WMKT's live coverage of the 2022 General Election! Nick Rhudy and Ian Dailey.
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Nov 8, 2022
Scott LaDeur General Election Interview
General Election Interview with Scott LaDeur. Must Listen!
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Nov 8, 2022
Episode 21
Happy election day Northern Michigan! On today's show, we hit some local news; down in TC some roads are getting mixed up, so be ready for some changes to your driving habits. Some police down in Florida make cops look bad by arresting a visually impaired veteran. Our incumbent Governor has trouble with biology. A look at the latest polls. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 7, 2022
Episode 20
Today Nick talked about the news that broke over the weekend that spikes were found in the parking lot outside the Republican HQs in Charlevoix County. Crazy things happening right before Election Day! The Camp Grayling Expansion is still being reviewed by the DNR despite public backlash. Elon Musk owns Twitter and Elon Musk OWNS Twitter. As well as the WMKT Market Watch. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 4, 2022
Episode 19
On today's show, Nick gave an update on the Powerball situation and covered a bomb threat in Cadillac. President Biden gave an all-around strange speech on Wednesday, what else is new? The WMKT Market update and an interview with the executive director of the Restore Us Insitute, Scott Cleland. All that and more on today's show!
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Nov 3, 2022
Episode 18
On today's show, Nick updates you on some Traverse city road work and an awesome opportunity for a leash-free dog park in Leelanau County. Dr. Fauci is trying to get away with telling a lie, but we don't let him here on the TOTN. Big Tech and the government worked together to suppress information in the 2020 election and are still in cahoots: according to a breaking report by The Intercept. WMKT's Market Watch is back! All that and more on today's show.
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