The semifinals are set. Saint Mary's, Gonzaga, San Francisco, and... Pepperdine. Yes, the Waves are still alive and have now won three games in three days. How much is left in the tank for Saint Mary's?Can USF overcome their struggles against the Zags?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtons…

Pepperdine continues to roll, knocking off Oregon State to move onto the WCC quarterfinals. Wazzu followed suit with a convincing win over LMU.Santa Clara and USF await. Can the Dons overcome the absence of Marcus Williams?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santa…

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for Tech Talk! They kick things off with discussions on extending the life of your machines once the original operating system stops updating and printer maintenance.PLUS Calls/texts on issues with a new iPhone, changes to Microsoft Outlook, printers that won’t connect to the the WiFi and wiping all your inf…

Pepperdine rallies behind Moe Odum's career night to take down Portland. LMU rolls over San Diego. Sets the stage for the newest WCC teams to hit the floor. Which of Oregon State and Washington State will move on?News from the Hilltop: Marcus Williams will be held out of competition. What we know and how will it impact the Dons on Sunday.#collegeba…

Just around the corner is spring so Theresa shares the latest seed trials going on. Also we take your gardening questions today pertaining to everything from arborvitae and other plants absorbing too much heat, trimming dogwood into spring, monitoring the grow light with your indoor plants, buckthorn, using distilled water with plants and much, muc…

With the weather warming up, it is important to keep an eye and ear out for noises and abnormalities with your vehicle. From proper maintenance to alternators to other upkeep that needs to be taken care of now that we are heading into a warmer time of the year! We also discuss what a turbo is, CV boot fixtures, batteries and much more! For any auto…

The Toreros advance! (Called it!) They take on LMU in the second round. Portland looks to get back in the win column against Pepperdine and move onto Saturday. Round 2 on Friday. #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santaclara #sanfrancisco #pepperdine #portland #p…

Augustas Marciulionis is the WCC Player of the Year... again, and it was clearer this year than last.San Diego and Pacific start the WCC Tournament on Thursday. Who are the sleepers? Who will take home the auto bid in Vegas?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #sant…

The regular season is over and it's now time for the WCC Tournament! Who has the best draw? What side of the bracket is the toughest?Ryan Nembhard left off the Bob Cousy Award finalist list. Really?!#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santaclara #sanfrancisco #pep…

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart are back for Tech Talk. Steve opens the show with his feelings on what seems to be a losing battle in maintaining privacy online. Doug agrees and gives his thoughts on where we are most vulnerable and what to do about it. Lindsey asks about the quantum computing chips that some of the tech giants have announced in re…

Recovering plants after damage caused by rabbits. It's time to tap maple trees. Deer doing damage in the yard. How to get an Easter Cactus to bloom? The time to prune trees is running out. What is a flaming Katy plant? Reusing soil for vegetable plants. What mulch to use for growing pumpkins? Preventing disease in tomato plants. How long do Amaryll…

Nick calls us from on the road to Proctor. Rear trailing arm bushing replacement. What to do with vehicles without dipsticks? Are modern vehicles more reliable? Packing wheel bearings on a classic car. Low oil pressure alerts. What could cause a car to shake? Easy way to check brake status. Engine making a ticking noise. Can oil additives fix a lea…

Saint Mary's has won its third straight WCC title, taking down the Zags at the Kennel on Senior Night. Peak or more to come?Gonzaga, Santa Clara, and USF are in a race for second. Who will join the Gaels in the semifinals? LMU, Wazzu, and Portland all in play for 6th place. Seven spots still up for grabs for Las Vegas. How will it finish?Also, it's…

This morning there is a warmer temperature but Laura Irish Hanson, U of MN Extension horticulturalist joins to tell everyone - “hold off”, she explains why! We also dive into microgreens, buckthorn eradication, lilac growth fixes, more seeding questions and much more on Smart Gardens! For more information or questions you can go to ext.umn.edu…

With the weather warming up over the next month and currently out of the negative temps - no better time to get outside and inspect your vehicle. Today we tackled tire leak issues, a manual ABS issue, where to find recalls and service recommendations, going from 19 mpg all the way down to 6 and much much more! If you need your vehicle serviced or i…

Saint Mary's can clinch this week but there is still a chance for the Zags. Speaking of Gonzaga, they are in a three team race for second with San Francisco and Santa Clara. How can each team claim the bye to the semifinals? Wazzu hosts Gonzaga. Santa Clara and LMU both look to bounce back. #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament …

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart back for Tech Talk. They open the show discussing the importance of keeping separation of personal and work information on your machines.A listener asks about AI and printers and it spurs a conversation about artificial intelligence and what can be sacrificed with its unchecked application. Steve is mostly confused a…

This snow cover will be a big benefit for lawns. How long can grass seed last with proper storage? Putting Amaryllis plants into dormancy. Repotting a spider plant. Removing crownvetch from the yard. Plants that attract deer. Can you grow tomatoes with just compost? Is it safe to fertilize a lawn near a lake?Learn more from Jon Trappe and horticult…

Cold weather is causing problems for vehicles. Using a battery tender. Fuel gauge not moving after filling up the gas tank. What is a winter wiper blade? Is it okay to use the remote start in very cold weather? Testing a battery that will not hold a charge. Start/stop engine issues. How to take care of your tires when the weather gets cold. Compute…

Saint Mary's, San Francisco, Gonzaga, Santa Clara, and Oregon State are all separated by four games with three weeks to go. Who has the inside track on byes? Who is set up best to finish strong? #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santaclara #sanfrancisco #pepperd…

Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart open the show with a discussion about the necessity of browser diversity on your machines for the sake of yourself and the market itself. They take calls on internet speeds/providers including TMobile’s new 5G network, running Linux on old Mac that’s slowing down and how online authenticator apps work.…

How this snow can help outdoor plants. Gardening classes are available for you. How much can you trim a burning bush? Properly planting baptisia flowers. What is hybrid vigor? Dormant grass seed starting to grow. Identifying black spots on roses. When to cover strawberry bushes. When to remove a tree and plant a new one in its place. When to move a…

Snow buildup on low profile tires. Why heat may not be generated in the vehicle. Wheels locking on slippery roads. When 4 wheel drive should be used. Issues when doing tight turns. When to clean the throttle body. Causes behind squeaking breaks. Preventative maintenance tips. What could be causing a loud banging sound in the vehicle? Checking trans…

Saint Mary's takes a commanding lead in the WCC after their 62-58 win against Gonzaga. They hit the road against USF and Oregon State, who are a combined 27-1 at home.What's next for the Zags? How much trouble are they in? They get a red hot LMU team. #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtons…

A discussion about the release of Deep Seek leads off this edition of Tech Talk with Steve Thomson and Doug Swinhart. The market shook but will American Big Tech? Doug is a little concerned. Callers/texts about pesky printer set up without WiFi, ugly Windows designs, finding your way back from the blue screen of death and apprehensions in updating …

Transferring Norfolk pine trees and what fertilizer to use for it. Growing edible perennials. Capturing rain water. Why soft water is not good for house plants. Is water collected from the roof okay to use on edible plants? Is it too soon to prune trees? Replacing soil for tomato plants with disease problems. Growing garlic. Repairing damage done b…

The right octane to use on your vehicle. Traction control problems. How to increase RPMS in your vehicle. The tire sensor keeps showing low pressure. Identifying noise coming from the wheels. Changing lifters on an SUV. Keys not turning on the ignition. Is it necessary to use motor treatment products? Hatchback opening up on its own.Ask our car car…

Saint Mary's gets a big win at Washington State and stays on the road to take on Santa Clara. What does the matchup look like? Jack Breslin joins to talk about the matchup. Zags look for revenge against Oregon State. Has the defense improved enough to even the series?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stma…

Fertilizing house plants. What to do if you want to reuse soil. How long do we have left to dormant seed? Treating apple scab. Planting a poinsettia outside. Growing yellow wax beans. Controlling cattails in a pond. Learn more from horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn extension.umn.edu

How an oil cooler can help your vehicle from overheating. Changing transmission fluid. Serpentine belt replacement. Doors not latching properly. When to change power steering fluid. Replacing fans in the vehicle. What is the best SUV to buy? What does oil look like if you do not change it regularly? Are newer cars less affected by cold temperatures…

Gonzaga lost back-to-back WCC games for the first time since 2014. How panicked should Zag fans be?Santa Clara beat Gonzaga in Spokane for the first time since 2007. What can they do for an encore?Saint Mary's begins their toughest eight-game stretch of the season with San Francisco on Thursday. #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatourna…

Steve and Doug are back and flooded with listener interaction!Topics:Accidental contact merge on Family Sharing on ApplePitfalls of mixing email accountsListener questions and textsPhoto management & what to do with all the Tik Toks you downloaded

What this stretch of freezing cold weather and lack of snow could do to lawns and gardens. Pruning oak trees. Trimming maple trees before spring. Is there a temperature that kills plant pests? Garden overcome with berries. How to use a soil blocker and how it helps with planting seeds. What to do with a leaning tree. Experimenting with watering met…

The basics of charging a battery ahead of freezing temperatures. How helpful are block heaters? Vehicle recall rules. Diagnosing heater problems. Tire pressure gauge troubleshooting. Cleaning headlights. RPM surges. Tire recommendations. How necessary are fuel additives? Is it okay to use the remote start on really cold days? Can tire pressure sens…

Wild weekend in the WCC, with Santa Clara popping eyes after its big win over USF. Can they make a move for the top? Oregon State and Gonzaga meet for the first time in 34 years. Is Saint Mary’s back? #collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oregonstate #lmu #santaclara #sanfrancisco #p…

Tech Talk Topics include:VPN marketing… is it worth all the work for you to have it?Wireless provider standardsPotential tariff impact on the cost computer equipmentImportance of cloud backupIcloud scamsThe internet ego olympicsInstalling a SSDOrganizing photos digitally

Garden resolutions for the new year. Building a raised bed garden. Growing an espalier fruit tree.Consider letting the lawn and garden grow to welcome animals and pollinators. Which fertilizer to use on house plants in the winter? Getting cacti to bloom. Squash vine borer infestation. What to know before digging a new garden space. Planting black w…

Batteries being strained in the cold weather. Why letting the car warm up is so important. Tire pressure issues. Problems with the computer system in newer cars. Mice getting inside the car. Monitoring the quality of your battery. Which battery to charge if there are two batteries in a vehicle? Why are spark plugs getting more expensive?Ask our car…

Washington State comes up with another big win. Why aren't they closer to the bubble? Well, they'll get their chance against Gonzaga on Saturday.Santa Clara and Oregon State meet in a must-win for their at-large hopes. Which has the edge in the matchup? LMU comes off beat down from the Zags. Can they rebound against Saint Mary's?#collegebasketball …

Steve and Doug start the program with a reminder to GROUND OUT. Discussion topics:Pumping the breaks on AIA call on recovering data and photos from an old phoneRestoring from the cloudWiping things from googlePrinter consumables PC Cleaners

How this cold weather is impacting our lawns and gardens. How to protect your plants from frost. Pruning apple trees. Why does Minnesota produce great apples? The best breeds of apples for eating and cooking. Getting rid of spider mites. Gophers causing issues in the garden. Caring for lavender plants. Planning a trip to the arboretum.Learn more fr…

Does wind chill have an impact on your vehicle? What to know about warming up your vehicle on a cold day. What happens if you prolong oil changes? Rules to charging batteries. Fixing malfunctioning headlights. What could be causing sensor issues in your vehicle? Auto tailgate not working properly. Reducing frost on windshield. Heat problems in the …

Another loss and a not so inspiring win against Pepperdine. Is it time to panic for the Zags? Also, are the Waves good?San Francisco and Santa Clara met and gave us another classic. What are the implications for both teams? Wazzu rolls on, meets the Dons on Saturday.#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmar…

Steve and Doug are back for more Tech Talk They kick off the show with a discussion about the ethical use of AI and the challenge it presents to sorting out what’s real and what’s not. Doug gets into how to best clean out your hard drive and gain speed (with PrivaZer)Steve also praises the value in purchasing factory refurbs instead of new machines…

How this December rain and these mild temperatures could have an impact on the lawn. Propagating passion flowers. Caring for Meyer Lemon Trees. Growing a rubber plant. Keeping a Christmas Cactus alive. Common houseplant mistakes. Pruning magnolia trees. Moving Peony plants. Repotting aloe vera. Donating plants. Can we still dormant seed the lawn?Le…

Is it too warm for snow tires? Why battery cables could come loose. How necessary is it to keep a battery clean? All wheel drive problems. Oil filter quality differences. Radio scanning issues. Warming up the car in winter. How long can you drive on a spare tire?Ask our car care expert Nick Stoffel of Lloyds Automotive. Visit lloydsautomotive.net 6…

WCC play begins this week and there are some questions leading into the openers. What to make of Saint Mary's? How will Ndewedo Newbury's injury impact USF? Five WCC teams between 40 and 76 in the NET. How many can make a legit at-large case?#collegebasketball #college #marchmadness #ncaatournament #gonzaga #sandiego #stmarys #washingtonstate #oreg…

Today's Topics: Does a macbook need virus protection?Steve and Doug take calls on security concerns about iPads and security camera systems.Doug calls for longer usage of computer machines, you can use them longer than you think.Steve and Doug talk about last minute tech gifts… get a gift card don’t guess!…

What can gardeners do in the winter? Garden gift ideas for the holidays. Amaryllis bulbs can make the perfect present and how to maintain them. Why a clematis may not be blooming. How to get a Christmas cactus to bloom and what fertilizer to use. Controlling quack grass. Getting a poinsettia to turn red. Questions about growing Marijuana. Getting r…

Why would a car be running rough in the cold weather? Why do some vehicles run out of oil faster than others? Brake light on the dashboard intermittently turning on and off. Jumper cable tips. How long should it take for a car to warm up after sitting outside in the cold? Leaving old gas in the tank. Flashing engine light concerns. Fuel additives i…