There were some missed opportunities last week. Who missed the biggest one?Feast Week is here and there’s plenty to chew on. Seven WCC teams are participating in MTEs but they aren’t the only ones with key matchups. I’ll chat with Locked On Zags’ Andy Patton about the Zags and the Battle 4 Atlantis. Also, preview Saint Mary’s at the Acrisure Classi…

It's a perfect time to dormant seed. Caring for a Christmas cactus.Good plants to give as gifts this holiday season. A good low maintenance plant for the home. Tips for drying flowers. What it takes to be a master gardener. Fungus gnats. Common mistakes homeowners make with house plants. Caring for fruit trees in Minnesota. Is it okay to water plan…

How necessary are battery maintainers during the winter? Issues with hotrods. Does antifreeze deteriorate? How long do tire pressure sensors last? Exhaust manifold problems. Vehicles having issues not starting the cold. Leaking transmission fluid. Starting a vehicle with a broken key fob. What the check engine light is telling you. Testing batterie…

Today on the show we discussed how tightening and troubleshooting goes a long way in helping your tech operate properly, the importance of keeping your information secure and away from the dark web, and keeping your tech tested and powered throughout the home! We talk all things tech and take your questions and concerns for your tech that you may h…

Preserving flowers. Saving tulip bulbs until they are ready to plant. Caring for succulents. When brussels sprouts grow best. Where to keep plants in your house in the winter. Wrapping plants. Is it time to dormant seed? Getting rid of bugs on inside plants. Is it too late to plant perennials? Should plants be cut in the winter? Learn more from hor…

What the warning lights in your vehicle mean. When to get an oil change. Heater issues. Remote start problems. When winter tires are needed. Solving transmission problems. Life of batteries. Oil leaks. Ball joint replacement. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316…

San Francisco will play host to Penny Hardaway's Memphis squad at Chase Center. Can the Dons notch their second resume win?Beavers host the Ducks in a Pac-12 classic renewal. Can the Beavs stay perfect?Santa Clara looked like themselves against UC Riverside. Can they keep it going against Stanford?#marchmadness #NCAATournament #collegebasketball #s…

Santa Clara has now lost three straight, including losses at home to North Dakota State and a 26-point blowout at Nevada. Are the Broncos’ at-large hopes already dashed? WCC freshmen are standing out early. Saint Mary’s pick up win over Nebraska, behind freshman Mikey Lewis. Gaels continue to roll even without Aidan Mahaney and Josh Jefferson. Dons…

In today’s episode we talked about the Netflix buffering issue millions of people experienced Friday night during the Paul-Tyson fight, as well as VPNs and password protection and overall software security - that and much more as Doug Swinhart is here to answer your technical questions on Tech Talk!

What plants need the most water right now. Confused lilacs. Getting rid of bugs in plants that are brought inside.. Controlling wild raspberry bushes. Trimming asparagus. Thinking about fertilizing the lawn. Protecting plants from snow and critters this winter. Is it time to plant tulips? Earwig problems. Using the right mulch. Protecting rose bush…

When is it time to put snow tires on your vehicle? Heat compressor issues. Solving stalling problems. When is a warranty worth it? Identifying wheel noises. Directional tires. Tire pressure in cold weather. Damage caused by potholes.Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316…

Washington State and Saint Mary's will get their best tests to date this weekend. Can Santa Clara rebound after a bad loss to North Dakota State? Can LMU show the promise on the road at Saint Louis?Also, Theo Lawson joins to chat the Zags' opening week.Games of the Week:Washington State vs. IowaLMU at Saint LouisSanta Clara at NevadaSaint Mary's vs…

San Francisco beats Boise State. Gonzaga takes down Baylor and Arizona State. Santa Clara gets a big win over Saint Louis. Who else is on the move up?USF head coach Chris Gerlufsen joins to talk the big win.College basketball writer Liam Hanley joins to chat Saint Mary's hoops.#marchmadness #NCAATournament #collegebasketball #sports #college #baske…

For Tech Talk today, we chatted about the importance of battery back ups, power supplies, some Windows 11 troubleshooting, browser questions and more as Doug Swinhart answers any and all questions regarding your technology and devices on Tech Talk!

The warm weather is extending the gardening season. When it's okay to let the leaves be on the lawn through the winter. It is time to dormant seed. Pruning perennials. Is it time to fertilize the lawn? Watering sod. Seeding wildflowers. Dividing different house plants. Applying compost in the garden. When to prune hydrangeas and lilacs. Learn more …

The time has finally arrived! The start of the college basketball season is here and there are a bunch of great games in store for the WCC.Games of the Week:Santa Clara vs. Saint LouisBaylor vs. GonzagaBoise State at USFBradley at Washington State#marchmadness #NCAATournament #collegebasketball #sports #college #basketball #gonzaga #stmarys #sanfra…

The college basketball season is just days away. Here are my picks for the West Coast Conference and the season awards. Can anyone topple the Zags this year? How will the newcomers fare? The reigning WCC Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year return. Will they successfully defend their crowns?#marchmadness #NCAATournament #collegebaske…

Today we tackled questions regarding what to do with your hard drive, Mac Mini upselling, email troubleshooting in Windows 11, configuring your default security in Chrome, a printer power surge and home printer recommendations - that and much more as Doug Swinhart answers any and all questions you may have regarding your tech and devices on Tech Ta…

Protecting your plants as winter arrives. Caring for plants that were brought indoors. Venus fly trap tips. When to lay topsoil or mulch. What to do with hostas as winter comes. Getting ahead of dandelions. What plants should you prioritize watering right now? Is it time to dormant seed?Learn more from horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn. ext.umn.edu…

Checking the battery as winter comes. How long do batteries last? Are car parts getting more expensive? Preparing your vehicle for winter. Stopping rust. Antifreeze quality. Identifying wheel bearing issues. Differences with batteries in hybrid vehicles.Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-13…

Is this the year? This is one of Gonzaga's deepest teams and returns most of a group that reached the Sweet Sixteen last season. Along with some key additions through the portal, the Zags might be set to finally win it all.New head coach. New roster. The start of a new era of Pepperdine basketball? The Waves have had talent in recent years but not …

For today’s show we started with verification and protection from ransomware attacks and emphasizing the importance of securing your devices and information! Also we dive into more security troubleshooting issues, ‘Pie’ as an ad blocker and how it compares to other ad blockers - that and much more as Doug Swinhart answers any and all tech questions…

Minnesota saw some rain this week but is it enough for your garden? How long can we water our plants before winter? Why elms are a good tree to plant in Minnesota. Winterizing roses. Is it too late to treat Creeping Charlie? When to sod the yard. Pruning water sprouts.When to plant bulbs? Lilacs have been having trouble. Dormant seeding. Getting ri…

Removing spark plugs, critters in the vehicle, finding the cause of audio issues in your vehicle, pros and cons of washable air filters, storing your vehicle for the winter, finding fluid leaks, how to become an automotive technician.Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316…

More previews! San Francisco, Washington State, and San Diego are next.San Francisco has been knocking on the March Madness door since they got the call in 2021. Can they make a return to the Dance?Washington State is coming off a tourney appearance but is starting fresh. New coach, new players, new conference. How quickly can they return to that l…

Zack Farmer and Andy Patton from the LockedOn Zags podcast went live from West Coast Conference Media Day in Las Vegas. We met with some of the biggest figures in the WCC. Rewatch/listen. 0:06:32 Saint Mary's players Augustas Marciulionis, Mitchell Saxen, Luke Barrett0:33:46 Saint Mary's head coach Randy Bennett0:58:05 Gonzaga head coach Mark Few1:…

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are in to take your questions on those tech issues. During this episode, topics that are discussed include Intel's continuing issues, Starlink's influence on internet access, the type of antenna you should get for local channels on your TV, and clearing out the data from your address book.…

When to plant Garlic. The Lawns are in need of water. Identifying weeds. Getting rid of moles. Finding a good arborist. Is it too late to fertilize the lawn? Collecting seeds from your plants.The strategy to seeding your lawn. Pruning fruit trees. What makes a lumpy lawn? When to mulch or bag leaves? Planting fall bulbs. Learn more from horticultur…

Signs that there are problems with your battery. Diagnosing technology issues in modern vehicles. How to find a mechanic you can trust. Finding problems in tires and alignment. Identifying a variety of noises in your vehicle.Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316…

More previews! Saint Mary's, Oregon State, and Pacific on deck.No Mahaney, no problem. Saint Mary's rebounded well from the departures over the summer and are primed for another run. Reminder: the Gaels have won the last two WCC regular season championships.Oregon State had a mass exodus and Wayne Tinkle was busy rebuilding the roster. After anothe…

Today we covered a lot more on the pros to PrivaZer, Windows troubleshooting, document filing and much more! If you have any tech questions - Doug Swinhart has you covered on Tech Talk

Taking care of your plants as a stretch of dry weather continues. Managing thistle in your yard. When it's a good time to trim trees. How much water a tree needs. Identifying buckthorn and how to get rid of it. Preventing crabgrass. Preparing the lawn for winter. Fall is a great time at the Arboretum. Bringing plants inside for the winter. Pruning …

Nick calls in from North Dakota. The importance of oil changes. Investigating engine noises. Giving your ride an overall checkup. Differences between octane levels. What does ecoboost mean? Protecting your vehicle from rust. Why are oil changes getting more expensive? Tire pressure changes. Adjusting your driver seat. Shaking steering wheels.Ask ou…

WCC preview time! Santa Clara and LMU are up first.The Broncos have NCAA Tournament hopes and they are warranted. They return 72% of last season's points and bring back former WCC First Teamer Carlos Stewart. Is this the year?For LMU, some roster turnover but an influx of talent. Can they rebound after a subpar 2023-24 and make some noise in the WC…

In today’s episode we chatted about the Windows app, double authentication, using multiple browsers, Google Chrome password troubleshooting - that and much more on Tech Talk with Doug Swinhart! We have all of your tech questions covered throughout the show!

The Garden sale is on! What is happening to the fruit and nuts on trees this year? How to deal with leaf scab? Fungus on buckthorn? Shrub maintenance. Winterizing the lawn. Preventing pests from damaging your plants. When to prune trees? Getting rid of gnats. Preventing moss. Learn more from Master Gardener Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu…

When to rotate tires. Solving squeaky brakes.When to align your wheels. Finding quality tires. Recommendations on lifting your vehicle. Antifreeze leaks. What to do if there are cracks in the engine block. Are extended warranties worth it? Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316…

The Gonzaga Bulldogs made it official and they will be leaving the West Coast Conference for the Pac-12, beginning in July 2026. Yes, I screwed that pick up.Is there anything other that good things for Gonzaga out of this deal? What does it mean for the rest of the WCC?#marchmadness #NCAATournament #collegebasketball #sports #college #basketball #g…

Among the topics covered today we did a deep dive into the growing popularity of fiber among internet users in 2024 and the efficiency that comes with it. Also a startling issue with Zoom for one user, HP laptop troubleshooting, Gmail randomly emptying out and more! All of your tech questions answered by Doug Swinhart on Tech Talk!…

Lilacs are still blooming in September. Tree health. Seasonal hosta care. What time should the lawn be mowed? Recognizing herbicide damage. Apple tree issues. Grooming sumac. When will the maple trees get their fall color? Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Mary Meyer.ext.umn.edu

Talking Hybrid cars, braking system issues, octane differences, fuel economy, oil changes, winter storage, tire pressure, gasoline quality. Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316

How to handle unwanted plants and weeds with horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe.ext.umn.edu

If you have a car question whether it is a sensor going bad, a light you are unsure of we ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316

Washington State and Oregon State have barley begun their WCC tenure and their exit seems clear as they have added San Diego State, Colorado State, Boise State, and Fresno State to the Pac-12 for the 2026-27 season.More to come but what is the trickle down to the WCC? #marchmadness #NCAATournament #collegebasketball #sports #college #basketball #go…

After a week off, Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back to answer those nagging tech questions. Among this episode's topics, they cover the ongoing issues for Intel, handling duplicate copies of music files, finding a fast Internet provider, and more.द्वारा Audacy

In today's episode we talked to U of MN Extension Master gardener Teresa Rooney to discuss how to deter emerald ash borers with your trees and garden, manual pollination of your flowers, properly curating your lawn and also Teresa shares more on the Master Gardener program. For questions and more information visit ext.umn.edu…

The WCC Tournament schedule is out and there are some changes but are they ideal? I have an idea that might work moving forward.What is the value of NCAA Tournament success against a WCC Tournament championship? Gonzaga head coach Mark Few was on College Hoops Today with Jon Rothstein and had some comments on weighing team's accomplishments. #march…

Lot's to do this time of year Harvest...prep...winterize... Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe. ext.umn.eduद्वारा Audacy

Your care care questions answered by ASE certified mechanic Nick Stoffel with Lloyd's Automotive in St. Paul. lloydsautomotive.net 651-228-1316द्वारा Audacy

LMU, like many others, has gone through a roster overhaul through the transfer portal. Head coach Stan Johnson talks about the outlook of this year's group, the importance of the returners, and the their biggest pickup of the offseason, former Pepperdine head coach now LMU assistant Lorenzo Romar.#marchmadness #NCAATournament #collegebasketball #sp…