Dave Lee

Flock cameras are under fire, but how about when you walk into Costco and your phone gets bombarded with ads? We discuss the limits of surveillance, and then an expert breaks down evidence that AI is able to evade obstacles of its own will, how farmers are weathering diesel prices, and

First, we dive into the latest in the war in Iran, then we reveal the loss of an American institution -- Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum -- and then we discuss why we're so in love with the song "Choosing Texas."

We dive into the latest in the battle between the president of the United States and its press representatives, and then reveal the top-ranking schools in the U.S., how Gen Z sees work differently than previous generations and how anyone can spot a deepfake.

Freedom of the press is the cornerstone of American democracy, so what happens when the president of the United States blocks media organizations from the White House -- This episode also covers New Orleans' new plans to prepare levees for a 200-year-storm, and revelations about the shockingly high incidence of violence experienced by Americans.

Experts dive into what it means that the Fed raised interest rates, plus a Mashable reporter breaks down everything to watch for cozy season.

We dive into the economy, including the latest on the war in Iran, the crisis in the bond market, a potential rate hike by the Fed, and a return to simpler times: the mall.

The Supreme Court ruled against President Donald Trump's effort to control mail-in voting, but will it return for 2028?

We dive into AI and data centers, plus a wholesome and non-technology driven pleasure: leaf peeping and what to expect this fall.

The Mall of America is hosting pop ups of viral shops from Tik Tok to attract Gen Z as Apple introduces a new foldable phone. Why does Gen Z yearn for a past they never knew?

The latest jobs report is a complicated mix bag of data and we break it down, and then we talk to a Canadian mayor about the tariffs are affecting them, and where the best spots are to actually find a job.

Philadelphia is trying to fight back against betting markets, and so we dive into what they are, who they're benefitting and why the government thinks they're valuable. Plus, Gloria Steinem is dead, and we discuss her legacy. Plus, a mass shooting in Minneapolis has people wondering why the shooter wasn't arrested previously.

We take in the souring relationship between the U.S. and Canada from several angles, including manufacturing; we dive into a new effort by You Tube and amazon to have you shopping. Lindsay Clancy had 32 prescriptions in her name, and the jury is allowed to consider that in their verdict.

Today's battle for President Donald Trump is between him and Chicago so we dive into that. And we discuss a government projection for the future of jobs, the retirement of Tim Cook and future of Apple and whether a summer staple -- fair food -- has gotten too expensive.

We begin by discussing back to school season and when it should actually start, then we dive in to how much homework kids should be doing, and what Lake Ontario means to Indigenous populations.

NASA tells us what it hopes to find with a new telescope launching on Sunday. Then we move onto more eyes in the sky and why Flock cameras are so controversial. And then President Donald Trump's action of beef has GOP supporters upset, and a battle continues to play out between Texas and Minnesota over an ICE agent who allegedly shot a man without reporting it.

As the world mourns Dolly Parton, we discuss her legacy. And then we learn about Meta losing a multi-state lawsuit and what that means. One expert says it's a de facto agreement that Meta harmed the mental health of young users. We also discuss how 'things are getting a lot worse' between the U.S. and Canada, and which side will ultimately be the worst loser.

Why should teachers and parents boycott Target as back to school season hits full swing? WCCO forces Randi Weingarten, the American Federation of Teachers president, to tackle the hard issues surrounding their call to avoid the retailer.

Canada has strong words for the United States after trade talks disintegrated between the two nations.

In a mixed bag of economic and health news, the U.S. debit hit a staggering number while Columbia House mail order music goes out of business and pumpkin spice latte returns. We also dive into an exciting development in vaccines: one that may be able to prevent melanoma.

What to make of the next generation and their workplace expectations? We dive into that, plus whether flirting has become dangerous, the faltering economy and whether a 3rd party, somewhere in the middle, could emerge in America.