Northern Alliance Radio - Brad Carlson

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Guest host Mitch Berg fills in for Brad Carlson for a two-hour show packed with sharp political commentary and cultural analysis.

Hour 1: Out with the cliché of the “Florida Man” headline and in with a new local twist—“Minnesota Woman.” Mitch explores recent Minnesota stories that highlight cultural contradictions, media framing, and the way narratives are shaped to influence public perception.

Hour 2: What’s in a word? The discussion turns to the term “fascist”—how it’s used in modern political rhetoric, who is really exhibiting authoritarian behavior, and why language matters in today’s political debate. The hour also takes on protest culture in Minnesota, political labeling, and the origins of the phrase “Minnesota Woman.”

A fast-moving episode that challenges conventional talking points and digs into how words, labels, and narratives are weaponized in politics.

Northern Alliance Radio Network
Guest host Mitch Berg fills in for Brad Carlson for a two-hour show packed with sharp political commentary and cultural analysis.

Hour 1: Out with the cliché of the “Florida Man” headline and in with a new local twist—“Minnesota Woman.” Mitch explores recent Minnesota stories that highlight cultural contradictions, media framing, and the way narratives are shaped to influence public perception.

Hour 2: What’s in a word? The discussion turns to the term “fascist”—how it’s used in modern political rhetoric, who is really exhibiting authoritarian behavior, and why language matters in today’s political debate. The hour also takes on protest culture in Minnesota, political labeling, and the origins of the phrase “Minnesota Woman.”

A fast-moving episode that challenges conventional talking points and digs into how words, labels, and narratives are weaponized in politics.

This week on the Northern Alliance, Brad Carlson takes on some of the biggest headlines shaping the national conversation. Brad breaks down the role and responsibilities of ICE and Border Patrol, cutting through the noise to explain what these agencies actually do—and why their work matters. He also weighs in on Chris Madel’s decision to drop out of the Minnesota governor’s race and what it means for the political landscape moving forward.

Plus, special guest Phil joins the show for a deep dive into tariffs, unpacking how President Trump’s tariff policies work, who really pays the price, and what the long-term implications could be for American consumers and the economy.

This week on the Northern Alliance, Brad Carlson takes on some of the biggest headlines shaping the national conversation. Brad breaks down the role and responsibilities of ICE and Border Patrol, cutting through the noise to explain what these agencies actually do—and why their work matters. He also weighs in on Chris Madel’s decision to drop out of the Minnesota governor’s race and what it means for the political landscape moving forward.

Plus, special guest Phil joins the show for a deep dive into tariffs, unpacking how President Trump’s tariff policies work, who really pays the price, and what the long-term implications could be for American consumers and the economy.

On this week’s live edition of Northern Alliance Radio, host Brad Carlson tackled one of the most controversial and consequential national stories of the moment — the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis, a case that has ignited protests and a fierce political dispute over law enforcement, federal authority, and civil liberties. Carlson and callers dissected the incident, comparing it to the January 6 Capitol breach and weighing perspectives from conservative commentator Erick Erickson as national debate intensifies. The program also examined breaking political news with an in-depth discussion of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s decision to exit the 2026 gubernatorial race, exploring the implications for GOP and DFL strategies alike. Insight, caller engagement, and unfiltered viewpoints on the news driving the headlines.

On this week’s live edition of Northern Alliance Radio, host Brad Carlson tackled one of the most controversial and consequential national stories of the moment — the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis, a case that has ignited protests and a fierce political dispute over law enforcement, federal authority, and civil liberties. Carlson and callers dissected the incident, comparing it to the January 6 Capitol breach and weighing perspectives from conservative commentator Erick Erickson as national debate intensifies. The program also examined breaking political news with an in-depth discussion of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s decision to exit the 2026 gubernatorial race, exploring the implications for GOP and DFL strategies alike. Insight, caller engagement, and unfiltered viewpoints on the news driving the headlines.

This week on the Northern Alliance Radio Network, airing on AM 1280 The Patriot, guest host Walter Hudson steps in and welcomes David Penn of Free People Radio for a wide-ranging conversation on the current state of the Republican Party.

Walter introduces listeners to David’s background as a State Senate delegate alternative and the mission behind his platform, Free People Radio. Together, they dig into the ongoing tension between the grassroots Republican movement and the established party structure, examining how the Tea Party evolved and how some factions came to be labeled as “extreme.”

The discussion centers on what it will take to truly unite Republicans going forward, the role of grassroots activism, and how media platforms like Free People Radio and the Prof Penn podcast contribute to shaping the conversation. A timely and thought-provoking episode on party identity, unity, and the future of conservative politics.

This week on the Northern Alliance Radio Network, airing on AM 1280 The Patriot, guest host Walter Hudson steps in and welcomes David Penn of Free People Radio for a wide-ranging conversation on the current state of the Republican Party.

Walter introduces listeners to David’s background as a State Senate delegate alternative and the mission behind his platform, Free People Radio. Together, they dig into the ongoing tension between the grassroots Republican movement and the established party structure, examining how the Tea Party evolved and how some factions came to be labeled as “extreme.”

The discussion centers on what it will take to truly unite Republicans going forward, the role of grassroots activism, and how media platforms like Free People Radio and the Prof Penn podcast contribute to shaping the conversation. A timely and thought-provoking episode on party identity, unity, and the future of conservative politics.