Drones, Budgets & Beards: What’s REALLY On Your Mind? (07-16-25)

In this candid and quirky episode of What’s On Your Mind (WOYM), Scott Hennen and Kevin Flynn take listeners on a ride through local governance, military tech, and even a little gender controversy—all with listener calls and plenty of spirited back-and-forth. You’ll hear an engaging chat with Fargo City Auditor Steve Sprague about misunderstood budget myths and the truth behind utility fees. Plus, the team dives into shifting defense priorities, Ukrainian battlefield drone innovations, and a wild VBS story that sparked a bigger convo about culture in small-town churches. Oh, and yes—Scott finally tells the story of how watching Scotty grow led to a career in radio. 🎧 🕒 STANDOUT MOMENTS & TIMESTAMPS: [00:03:00] Listener Feedback GoldmineA correction to a fishing license claim opens the door to a spirited “follow-up frenzy” from listeners. [00:12:00] Military Musings & the Golden DomeScott breaks down “counter-drone” strategies and how the military is evolving with unmanned threats. [00:24:45] Ukrainian Drone Hack – MacGyver StyleA listener call leads to a mind-blowing revelation: Ukrainians are wiring drones with tethered string control. Genius or desperate? Maybe both. [00:38:00] Fargo's Budget Talk with Steve SpragueSprague dispels myths about his job title, dishes on Fargo’s utility billing system, and reveals how the city smartly reuses wastewater. Budget geeks, rejoice. [01:10:00] Small Town, Big VBS ControversyA caller describes a local Bible school incident where a bearded man dressed as a woman led activities for children—triggering a broader conversation about parental involvement and church standards. [01:24:30] Hometown Pride, Question of the DayWhere are you really from? Listeners weigh in—from Fargo to Little Falls to the North Side of Minneapolis. [01:32:00] The Epstein File Theory ExchangeA fascinating chessboard theory about Trump letting Democrats release the Epstein files to expose themselves. Buckle up, black helicopter crowd.