The second hour starts with cowbell, Christopher Walken and a round of Donald Trump impressions before the crew turns to the mass crossing into Ceuta from Morocco. We react to footage of people storming the border, reports of deaths in the crush and Spain’s use of security forces. The discussion asks whether “migrant” fully describes the scene, contrasts Spain’s approach with Portugal’s stricter entry checks and examines the strain on a small enclave when tens of thousands arrive at once.
We stay with Europe as callers weigh humanitarian duties against national security, Spain’s recent court rulings and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s migration policies. News coverage from Reuters, the Associated Press and other outlets becomes part of the dispute as we compare the words used in headlines with the video playing on screen. The crew also asks where Europe’s political will stands, why the burden keeps falling on border cities and what the rush into wealthier nations says about the countries people leave.
Back home, we cover the investigation of St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her after Police Chief Axel Henry reports messages and workplace comments, including the now-infamous “Wiener Wednesday” texts. A prank call from Jimmy Kelly keeps the segment loose
Jul 31, 2026
