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All week long, the alarm goes off and we’re exhausted. The weekend arrives… and suddenly we’re wide awake at 4 a.m. For no reason. On today’s Wake Up Call podcast, the crew breaks down why weekend sleep always betrays us — the science behind it, the frustration of sleep math, and listener stories that prove we’re all suffering together. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandy’s daughter has a new bathroom tradition — singing at full volume while doing her business — and unfortunately, it’s a song Mandy actually loves. Now every time she hears it, her brain goes straight back to that moment… and there’s no un‑hearing it. The Wake Up Call dives into how parenting (and life) permanently ruins songs, smells, phrases, and experiences once your brain makes the wrong association. From beloved music to everyday things that never recovered, listeners share what’s been ruined for them forever. Once the connection is made, it’s over — and this episode proves it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the weather getting nicer, kids everywhere are back in business with lemonade and Kool‑Aid stands — and adults everywhere are dealing with the guilt. On today’s Wake Up Call, the crew debates the big questions: Do you stop when you see a kids’ lemonade stand? If you don’t, why not? And do you let your own kids try their hand at being entrepreneurs? Then Scotch puts everyone’s morals to the test with a round of Lemonade Stand Ethics. Bowl instead of cups? Cash only when you’ve got Venmo? Lemonade that’s clearly just yellow water? Mandy and Tank have to decide: stop… or drive by. It’s a conversation about parenting, childhood nostalgia, and trying not to crush a kid’s spirit — all with a few laughs along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mandy brings a simple question that turns into a full-blown debate: are paper invites still necessary for grad parties… or is a text enough? The crew breaks down tradition vs. convenience, guest list chaos, and Mandy’s bold rule—if she doesn’t have your number, you’re not invited. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tank’s been out watching Olivia play softball… and let’s just say it feels more like January than April. From hand warmers and blanket burritos to THAT dad in shorts, we break down the reality of Midwest spring sports—and Froggy listeners share how cold is too cold to sit through a game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a Hollywood‑heavy edition of Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays! on The Wake Up Call, celebrating two April 30 birthdays that bring together blockbuster action and early 2000s nostalgia. Tank rolls out the clues for a modern superhero star who’s been part of some of the biggest movie franchises of the last decade, while Scotch and Mandy work through the hints and narrow it down piece by piece. Then it shifts to an actress who’s been on screens since she was a kid, with roles that defined a generation of teen movies and superhero hits alike. From iconic film moments to unforgettable characters, the guesses come together as the clues get easier — no spoilers at the start, just a fun, play‑along guessing game that keeps listeners hooked all the way to the reveal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Between middle school practices, high school games, concerts, rehearsals, and everything else, family dinner doesn’t look like it used to. In this episode, the Wake Up Call crew talks about the reality of feeding a family when everyone’s on a different schedule. Do family dinners still happen? Do they even matter? And what does “dinner” look like in a house full of busy kids? Plus, listeners chime in with how they make it work—from crockpots to car meals to eating in shifts. If your evenings feel chaotic, this one’s for you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wake Up Call crew runs through this week’s biggest country music headlines — including new collaborations, fresh singles, and upcoming projects — then turns the news into a boot‑scootin’ Country Hoedown. All country. All new. All Froggy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a triple‑birthday celebration on Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays! as The Wake Up Call marks three April 29 birthdays that span music, movies, and pop‑culture history. Tank brings the clues for a true country music legend with decades of unforgettable hits, a Hollywood star who defined films in the ’80s and ’90s, and a cult‑favorite actress whose roles helped shape iconic movies of the ’90s and 2000s. Scotch and Mandy play along as the hints stack up, working through classic songs, unforgettable scenes, and familiar faces until the final reveals lock it all in. No spoilers up front — just big nostalgia, instantly recognizable names, and a guessing game listeners can enjoy right along with the show on this April 29 edition of The Wake Up Call. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How well do you really know North Dakota? Tank reads a series of true‑or‑false statements about the Peace Garden State, and the Wake Up Call crew decides if each one is North Dakota! — or Nuh! From strange small‑town facts to state history curveballs, this one tests local knowledge in the most fun way possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some spots around Fargo–Moorhead feel like they belong in a much bigger city. Mandy recently visited the Moorhead Public Library and was blown away by how modern, cozy, and unexpected it felt — slides for the kids, fireplaces, cubbies, and spaces you wouldn’t normally associate with a library. We’re asking: what’s your pick?Which local place makes you forget, even for a moment, that you’re still in Fargo or Moorhead? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a triple‑birthday edition of Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays! on The Wake Up Call, celebrating three familiar names who all share an April 28 birthday. Tank brings the clues for a movie star who broke big in the early 2000s and later built a successful business empire, an internationally acclaimed actress known for award‑winning performances, and one of late‑night television’s most recognizable faces. Scotch and Mandy play along, talking through the hints and narrowing down the possibilities as the clues unfold — no spoilers up front, just a fun guessing game listeners can follow from start to finish. From action films and prestige movies to stand‑up comedy and late‑night TV nostalgia, this April 28 edition delivers a mix of Hollywood, star power, and pop‑culture memories that make Birthday, Birthday, Birthdays one of the most replayable segments on The Wake Up Call. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From forgotten alarms to autopilot mistakes, Mondays have a sneaky way of sabotaging the start of the week. Tank shares how his Monday nearly started late, Scotch keeps things moving, and listeners chime in with the small but unmistakable signs that the weekend ended way too fast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.