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Former FBI agent Nick O'Hara joins Mike Max to share the story of legendary plane hijacker DB Cooper and why many believe he was also responsible for a second hijacking credited to a man named Floyd McCoy. Later, attorney Mike Padden joins to discuss the latest with Derek Chauvin and a few other legal issues making headlines today.

Who was DB Cooper and was a responsible for a second successful hijacking? Former FBI agent Nick O'Hara joins Mike Max to talk about Cooper and the striking similarities between Cooper's hijacking and one performed by a man named Floyd McCory.

Attorney Mike Padden joins Mike Max to discuss the latest with Derek Chauvin after news of a plea deal in his federal civil rights case and what that may mean for his prison sentence. 

Mike Max opens the show with a conversation about last minutes trips to catch a game or event after meeting up with some Wild fans from Roseau last night. Later, Star Tribune reporter Ryan Faircloth joins to discuss declining enrollment in colleges around the country and why potential students are doing instead.

Mike Max speaks with Star Tribune higher education reporter Ryan Faircloth about his series detailing the declining college enrollment numbers and why more potential students are opting against a traditional college education.

Scott Fischbach talks with Susie Jones about his views on abortion and Roe. v. Wade. 

Susie Jones chats with Minnesota Secretary of State Keith Ellison about the potential strike down of Roe v. Wade and what effects that would have on laws and abortion in the state of Minnesota. He also touches on robocalls and what he is doing about them. 

Matthew Myers sits down to chat with Susie Jones about the FDA's proposed ban on flavored cigars and menthol cigarettes. What impact this could have on the tobacco industry and the nation's health. 

Explore Minnesota's Lauren Bennett McGinty joins Susie Jones to talk all about tourism in the state of Minnesota. What's happening this summer and much more discussed in this interview.

Law professor Laura Hermer shares about the impact that overturning Roe v. Wade would have in Minnesota and other states around the country.

Despite a rough game from the home team, the energy was great for the Wild's opening playoff game last night. Team President Matt Majka joins Mike Max to talk about the fan experience during the playoffs and how Xcel Energy Center is holding up after over two decades as the home of the Wild.

U of M Regent Darrin Rosha joins Mike Max to talk about the possibility of brining back some of the Gopher sports that were eliminated in 2020 and a few other issues facing the university. Later, Minnesota Wild President Matt Majka speaks about the atmosphere at Xcel Energy Center for the Wild playoff game last night and more.

U of M Regent Darrin Rosha joins Mike Max to talk about the possibility of bringing back some sports that were eliminated and a few other issues impacting students and the Gopher community.

Joe Nyquist, director of the documentary Tapeball, tells Mike Max about the game that is the subject of his film, the community captured in the film, and how anyone can see the film soon!

Lindsey Young, writer for vikings.com, joins Mike Max to share her own mental health story and talk about her series that has members of the team opening up about their own struggles.

Mike Max spends two segments with Lindsey Young discussing her Getting Open series at vikings.com and what she's learned as members of the team have opened up about their mental health. Later, film director Joe Nyquist joins to share about his documentary Tapeball, the story behind the game involved, and how you can what the film.

Mitchell Hamline law professor Laura Hermer joins Mike Max to talk about the leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court and what the future may look like for abortion rights in Minnesota and around the country.

Mike Max is back in the host seat again with a lot of talk throughout the hour about the leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court regarding the future of Roe v Wade. Plus, Mike speaks with law professor Laura Hermer from Mitchell Hamline about what may be next for abortion and reproductive rights in America.

The Twins' play-by-play voice Cory Provus joins Mike Max to talk about another successful series for the club over the weekend and what's gotten them into first place in the division after a month.

Mike Max speaks with former Stanley Cup champ Tom Chorske about the Wild's chances of making a long run in the Stanley Cup playoffs as they open their series with St. Louis tonight. Later, Cory Provus joins to talk about another good series for the Twins over the weekend and a look ahead as the team continues to play well.