Storms, Strikes & Speaker Cords: Surviving Nature and Nukes (06-23-25)

On this high-voltage episode of What’s On Your Mind?, Scott Hennen recaps an unforgettable weekend of catastrophic weather and geopolitical fireworks. From derecho winds that pummeled North Dakota and Minnesota to the precision U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, it's a rollercoaster of survival, strategy, and spirited debate. Hear harrowing firsthand accounts from storm survivors, insights from Delta Force veteran Tyler Grey on how the Iran strike unfolded, and an electric discussion with ND State Senator Tim Mathern over carbon pipelines and tax credits. All that, plus memes, Mad Max storm chasers, and why Paul Bunyan stood tall when the pine trees didn’t. 🎧 HIGHLIGHT MOMENTS WITH TIMESTAMPS (0:00 – 2:25)💔 Storm of the Century: Intro and tribute to lives lost in the historic derecho; Trump’s Iran response preview. (2:26 – 7:22)🌲 Trees Toppled, Lives Spared: Scott recounts the fear at Grace Lake during 106 MPH winds — “the most fearful I’ve ever been in a storm.” (9:20 – 10:32)💪 Paul Bunyan Stands Tall: Entrepreneurs and chainsaw brigades descend on Bemidji to clean up as the city looks like a war zone. (12:47 – 14:57)🚨 Bridgette Readel Reports from the Aftermath: Massive ag losses, barns flattened, corn snapped at the roots — “this storm scared me,” says the Flag Family Ag Director. (25:32 – 28:06)🌀 Meteorological Mayhem Explained: Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki breaks down what made this storm so rare — a “wake low” and 100+ MPH winds after the derecho. (34:25 – 35:27)🎯 Precision Strike Power: Trump says U.S. obliterated Iran’s enrichment sites — “Iran must now make peace.” (39:17 – 40:53)🥊 First Round Knockout: Scott and guests debate if this ends Iran's threat or is just Round 1. (42:12 – 47:58)🎖️ Delta Force Veteran Tyler Grey: Gives a boots-on-the-ground breakdown of how these precision strikes happen — and what makes U.S. special forces the best in the world. (51:26 – 52:54)🧠 Forged in Chaos: Tyler shares how elite veterans transition to civilian life — and how chaos became his comfort zone. (59:06 – 1:01:37)🎙️ Talk Radio Gold: Listeners call in on the Iran strike, American strength, and whether protests are manufactured. (1:03:40 – 1:08:30)💰 Sparks Fly with Senator Tim Mathern: A fiery debate on carbon pipelines, tax credits, and energy security. “Who benefits?” “The taxpayers,” says Scott. (1:17:47 – 1:18:58)🌾 Farming, Fuel & the Future: Can carbon capture keep ag and energy viable in North Dakota? And…On this high-voltage episode of What’s On Your Mind?, Scott Hennen recaps an unforgettable weekend of catastrophic weather and geopolitical fireworks. From derecho winds that pummeled North Dakota and Minnesota to the precision U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, it's a rollercoaster of survival, strategy, and spirited debate. Hear harrowing firsthand accounts from storm survivors, insights from Delta Force veteran Tyler Grey on how the Iran strike unfolded, and an electric discussion with ND State Senator Tim Mathern over carbon pipelines and tax credits. All that, plus memes, Mad Max storm chasers, and why Paul Bunyan stood tall when the pine trees didn’t. 🎧 HIGHLIGHT MOMENTS WITH TIMESTAMPS (0:00 – 2:25)💔 Storm of the Century: Intro and tribute to lives lost in the historic derecho; Trump’s Iran response preview. (2:26 – 7:22)🌲 Trees Toppled, Lives Spared: Scott recounts the fear at Grace Lake during 106 MPH winds — “the most fearful I’ve ever been in a storm.” (9:20 – 10:32)💪 Paul Bunyan Stands Tall: Entrepreneurs and chainsaw brigades descend on Bemidji to clean up as the city looks like a war zone. (12:47 – 14:57)🚨 Bridgette Readel Reports from the Aftermath: Massive ag losses, barns flattened, corn snapped at the roots — “this storm scared me,” says the Flag Family Ag Director. (25:32 – 28:06)🌀 Meteorological Mayhem Explained: Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki breaks down what made this storm so rare — a “wake low” and 100+ MPH winds after the derecho. (34:25 – 35:27)🎯 Precision Strike Power: Trump says U.S. obliterated Iran’s enrichment sites — “Iran must now make peace.” (39:17 – 40:53)🥊 First Round Knockout: Scott and guests debate if this ends Iran's threat or is just Round 1. (42:12 – 47:58)🎖️ Delta Force Veteran Tyler Grey: Gives a boots-on-the-ground breakdown of how these precision strikes happen — and what makes U.S. special forces the best in the world. (51:26 – 52:54)🧠 Forged in Chaos: Tyler shares how elite veterans transition to civilian life — and how chaos became his comfort zone. (59:06 – 1:01:37)🎙️ Talk Radio Gold: Listeners call in on the Iran strike, American strength, and whether protests are manufactured. (1:03:40 – 1:08:30)💰 Sparks Fly with Senator Tim Mathern: A fiery debate on carbon pipelines, tax credits, and energy security. “Who benefits?” “The taxpayers,” says Scott. (1:17:47 – 1:18:58)🌾 Farming, Fuel & the Future: Can carbon capture keep ag and energy viable in North Dakota? And…