The Tom Barnard Show

Remember Christmas when you were a kid? Like, specific moments? Probably not, unless you have a home movie. And if you're older than maybe 30, the odds of that are actually pretty low. Kids these days are lucky that every second of their lives is documented. Or maybe not. Depends on how you look at it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Phil Mackey chats with Tom about the handful of movies he watched over the weekend, the crew chats about the French pole vaulter that was thwarted by his own pole, and Mackey provides an update on the Paris Olympic games while he's locked in on the Gold Zone.  - KSTP's Chris Egert talks about how today is going to be a bloodbath on Wall Street, a new hurricane is set to impact the southern part of the US, Kamala Harris could announce her running mate sometime later today, plus RFK Jr. did what with a bear? - Bob Sansevere talks about how close the men's 100m dash at the Olympics was with Noah Lyles taking home the gold medal and how you can expect him to do just as well with the 200m. He chats about his achievements in competitive drinking and frisbee competitions, plus more sports talk! - Mr. Money Talk Josh Arnold joins the show to help discuss and explain the economic happenings of the day and why many are fearful of what could happen on Wall Street during today's session of stock trading. -

A boxer with XY chromosomes competed as a female. Cue a fierce debate about intersex disorders, transgender people in sports, juicing, and basically anything else we can think of to forget about the disaster that was the opening ceremony. Like pork chops. We love a good pork chop, and if it's big enough it'll block the TV. Then everybody wins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Phil Mackey chats about what Olympic events he's currently fixated on and how the USA is currently on a women's gymnastic dynasty that's lasted over 20+ years. Tom talks about his recent weight loss using LIVEA and shares a former picture of him before dropping any weight. Plus the Twins are set to host a historically bad White Sox team this weekend at Target Field. - KSTP's Chris Egert informs about an incident on I-94 that had a man report an assault on the driver of the car he was in that's leaving many wondering what exactly happened. The crew laments over the road construction happening around the Twin Cities, and Egert shares some other news stories from the day. - Bob Sansevere catches up with the crew, talks about growing up in New Jersey, and talks about how important it is for the Twins to sweep the White Sox this weekend and how the owners are to blame for the underwhelming amount of moves at the trade deadline. - Tim Lammers shares his review of the new "experience" from M. Night Sh

Cheering yourself up can mean different things to different people. If you're 21, it means drinking a lot. If you're a politician, it means voting for your own salary increase. And for some people it means dwelling on negative stories you read on the news. Just think of it like how teenagers listen to moody music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Judd Zulgad chats about the Twins' performance yesterday to pick up a 8-3 win over the New York Mets, Judd provides an in-depth update on the Paris Olympic Games and the crew finds out that yes, they are indeed still going on. Plus shares some stories from his youth involving the mob. - KSTP's Chris Egert has some breaking news on a prisoner swap happening between the USA and Russia to get citizens back that have been imprisoned for 6+ years, news on a man who was shot and killed in Frogtown, and an update on a stabbing that occurred in Minneapolis.  - Kristyn Burtt discusses her elite eye rolling senses and how expressive sighs are in her household. She shares news on a trailer for Squid Game season 2 that is set to release in December with season 3 already approved with plans for that to be the final season. Season 2 of Unstable drops tonight, Maya Rudolph will be returning to SNL in the fall to play Kamala Harris in skits, and news on latest Olympics happenings! Stream the show LIVE on the T

You answered, we listened. Today is the first show where most of the time is spent playing a game instead of reading headlines. And if you're a fan of people failing Name That Tune, this is the show for you. In our defense, we're actually pretty good at the trivia part. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Judd Zulgad chats about MLB's trade deadline yesterday and all of the moves the Twins did, but mainly didn't, make before the deadline. What sort of waves does their addition make? Why won't the owners spend more money to attempt to win? Plus is J.J. McCarthy looking like the next Joe Montana? - KSTP's Chris Egert talks about a massive road closure on I-94 this weekend that could cause traffic havoc for commuters, plus has an update on the Apple River stabbing case and the sentencing happening today with many waiting to see what the judge decides for punishment. - Patrick Warburton joins the show to talk about his work on "The Duel" which is having a one-night theatrical release tonight! You can find select showing at theaters around the Twin Cities! - Doug Sprinthall drops by the studio to hang out with the crew! - Kristyn Burtt discusses the USA Gymnastics drama happening between the current women's team and a former teammate from the 2020 Olympics. Plus some new streaming shows and a chat ab

Why don't they make movies like Gone With the Wind any more? And by that, I mean movies with intermissions. Is it because we can't smoke indoors? A nice cigarette or ten between scenes sounds like an old-timey way to make a four hour movie feel less like a chore. These days, though, it's all about vaping THC. Then you forget what happened in the first half, you can't understand the second half, and your whole afternoon was wasted. So maybe intermissions aren't such a good idea after all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Judd Zulgad chats about the good news of the Minnesota Twins returning back to Comcast beginning on August 1st, the bad news however is that they'll be placed onto a higher luxury sports tier for pricing that'll cost customers more than it did originally. Will you be paying more to watch the Twins play?  - KSTP's Chris Egert talks about how there is an event later today for a group of Minnesota politicians urging for Tim Walz to be named as Kamala Harris' running mate. Plus how some inside of Donald Trump's camp may be rethinking their choice of JD Vance being Trump's running mate. - Wine experts Alfonso and Matt stop by the studio to chat about wine with Tom and the crew! The two talk about the cultural shift in the USA about how wine has become a more casual drink that is reserved for only fancy occasions. - Kristyn Burtt discusses the California wine scene with Matt and Alfonso and how it compares to what's here in Minnesota. Alfonso teaches her about the wine 30/20/10 rule. It sounds like n

Kathryn isn't here, but the feminine touch endures thanks to Fawn. She also probably knows more about the Olympics than Kathryn does anyway. Apparently our female athletes are doing pretty well this year. They can jump, they can shove, and all the other various feats of strength required to be an athlete. Us, we're still waiting for podcasting to be an Olympic sport. Snubbed yet again this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Phil Mackey chats about his discovery of the Peacock's version of NFL Red Zone where you can have multiple different games and events going on the screen together to watch at the same time. The crew talks about how much of the Olympics they've been watching so far. The Twins won another big game, but they're hurting for money? - KSTP's Chris Egert talks about a spike in violent crimes over the weekend and the last 7 days in Minnesota and the toll that it's taking on the police officers. A rescue was made after someone fell off of West River Parkway over the weekend, plus an Olympic update!. - Bob Sansevere shares his opinion on the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics and how some of the presentation has been labeled as controversial by some. His fantasy football research for 2024, and he shares an open note to the Pohlad family after a recent story that came out over the weekend. - Kristyn Burtt joins a conversation about nepo-babies, and sees if any of the guys did any of the four main thin

This may sound strange to you, but $500,000 is a lot of money to some people. Not us, of course, but some people. That's why fewer and fewer people think that an ivy league education is worth it. And not just because that "education" seems mostly about hate and division. But a lot of it is that too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Phil Mackey talks to Tom about his time doing voice overs for movie trailers and commercials. The crew checks out Tom's VO on At Close Range's trailer, and Mackey learns the inside info of how people get into that business. Mackey tells a story about a time he was out with an on-call VO professional and how he disappeared in the middle of the night to go record lines. Plus who do the Twins need to target before the trade deadline? - KSTP's Chris Egert discusses the head of the FBI's comments yesterday, there sounds like a deal has been agreed upon between the striking park workers in the Twin Cities, and be sure to prepare for hot weather this weekend as a heatwave rolls in! - Bob Sansevere joins on site from a 4H rodeo event and tries to recruit the crew to announce at a rodeo event in mid-August. Talks about a new year of the rodeo circuit and chats about the Olympics having the opening ceremony this afternoon. - Tim Lammers shares his review of the highly anticipated superhero film "Deadpool

They say all the world's a stage, and its people merely actors. That doesn't mean you can't necessarily choose your role. Have you ever wanted to be Mickey Mouse? Have you ever wanted to step inside what might as well be the modern equivalent of a brazen bull under the scorching Florida sun? As long as you don't have IBS, this opportunity is open to you. And if that doesn't sound good, you can always get a job at a local newspaper. Oh wait. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Judd Zulgad chats about the Twins' come from behind walk-off win over the Phillies yesterday to take 2 of 3 games in the series, how Byron Buxton had to get X-rays after the game but there could be reinforcements on the injury front with Royce Lewis' return to the lineup as they get set to travel to Detroit. Plus the Twins may be coming back to tv for Comcast users! - KSTP's Chris Egert learns about the brand new technology of streaming shows and movies, Chris tries to salvage a weak wave attempt yesterday, and has info on job openings for the 2024 Minnesota State Fair. Plus a quick trip down memory lane for Tom! - Kristyn Burtt informs about a new streaming bundle that combines Hulu, MAX, and Disney+ that is aimed to help save watchers some money and help them view more content! Is Disney World attempting to ban...farting? There's beef happening between the "Facts of Life" cast, plus a chat about the perception of women in politics. Stream the show LIVE on the Tom Barnard Show app M-F from 8-9

You know what's even worse than politicians? Cleaning. Especially the kind you have to do just before you move. It might even make you feel like an Olympic athlete by the time you're done. Hey, basically anything is an Olympic sport these days, so why not Olympic Downsizing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Judd Zulgad talks about Donald Trump's upcoming stop to St. Cloud, Minnesota this Saturday and how his initial 2016 campaign reminds the crew of Jesse Ventura's campaign in Minnesota when it sort of took a large number of people by surprise. Tom does his Ventura impression, plus how the Twins would need Tom in the bullpen this afternoon against the Phillies. - KSTP's Chris Egert has a story on the father of Donald Trump's attempted assasinator's father out at the grocery store being bombarded by media members, tells the crew about how North Korea used a balloon to drop trash onto South Korea, plus some local stories from around Minnesota. - Doug Sprinthall emerges from his relaxed summer to stop by the studio, hang out with the crew, and share what he's been up to! - Beverly Hills, 90210 star Jennie Garth joins the show to talk about her new clothing line with QVC that she describes as breezy, comfortable and is intended for all ages. You can also hear more of Jennie Garth on her own podcast ti

Today we tackle the heavy topics. Homelessness. Addiction. Pro wrestling. They can claim wrestling is fake all they want but we still believe. We also don't want to say anything bad about it because we're afraid of The Undertaker coming after us. Just because he's pushing 60 doesn't mean he can't tombstone piledrive us into the morgue. It might just take a little longer than it used to is all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- SKOR North's Judd Zulgad talks about the Twins picking up a win over the Philadelphia Phillies yesterday to stop a losing skid, what does Taylor Swift think about the win? How will the Twins fare the rest of the series and what sort of ground can they make up before some important games against Cleveland? - KSTP's Chris Egert is back after spending some time in Chicago over the weekend and talks about how he gained about 15 pounds from sampling the local cuisine. He breaks down the conspiracy theory floating around that President Joe Biden has passed, plus can US citizens expect a debate to happen? - Livea customer Tyler Hoover joins the program to chat about his time on Livea and how he's gone from weighing 310 pounds all the way down to 185 pounds! How simple and easy it was to make the lifestyle choice with the help of the crew at Livea to drop the weight, and how he made the journey to lose over 100 pounds! - Kristyn Burtt talks about how Donald Trump and his team could regret their choice of JD Vance a