Northern Border Banter Podcast
Northern Border Banter Podcast
Brant Bender and Trent McKenzie
Welcome to "The Northern Border Podcast," where hosts Trent and Brant bring you a lively exchange exploring the sports landscapes of Minnesota and Wisconsin. With their finger on the pulse of the North, they dive into the heart of Midwestern sports culture and current affairs. From frozen lakes to bustling arenas, they navigate the unique blend of urban vibrancy and rural charm that defines this region. Each episode is a journey through the stories, challenges, and triumphs that shape Northern sports. Tune in for humor, insight, and local flavor.
NBB Podcast - Episode 5: Flat Brim Hats Suck, Competitive Eating Drama and More Sports News
In this lively episode, Brant and Trent kick things off by diving into their coffee preferences, sharing amusing stories about their experiences with instant coffee. The conversation then pivots to beer, where they reminisce about some of the strongest brews they've enjoyed over the years. They also delve into their hat preferences, expressing a mutual disdain for flat-brim hats. Next, they discuss their new Facebook page and the exciting plans they have for a follower giveaway. Brant gives a shoutout to the Ducks Unlimited Dash, a virtual 5K run he's participating in, before the duo dives into a range of sports topics. They offer their thoughts on the NBA and NHL playoffs, with detailed discussions about the Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Vikings, and the NFL mini camp. The performance of the Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics in the NBA playoffs takes center stage, along with the defensive prowess of the Timberwolves and the Celtics. The hosts analyze the recent games of the Minnesota Twins and highlight player Royce Lewis's standout performances. They also chat about the new jerseys for the Twins and Vikings, and touch on player attendance at the NFL mini camp. In the second part of the conversation, Trent and Brant explore various sports-related topics, including athlete mindsets, the role of luck in NFL success, and the future of college football. They review recent news in the NBA and WNBA, discuss the firing of the Minnesota women's hockey team's GM, and debate Caitlin Clark's exclusion from the US Olympic team. Additionally, they talk about Joey Chestnut's endorsement deal with a vegan hot dog company. In the final segment, Trent vents his frustration over Nathan's decision to ban Joey Chestnut from future hot dog eating contests. In protest, he discards all Nathan's hot dogs from his fridge and vows to never support the brand again. The duo reflects on the appeal of competitive eating and its inspirational message to those less athletically inclined. They wrap up the episode by opening NBA Hoops trading card packs, excitedly discussing the players and the potential value of the cards. Join Brant and Trent for this jam-packed episode full of humor, sports insights, and personal anecdotes. Tune in and enjoy the ride! 00:00 Introduction and Coffee Preferences 04:12 Beer Choices and Strong Beers 09:22 New Facebook Page and Giveaway Plans 13:18 Ducks Unlimited Dash and Fundraising 25:01 Timberwolves and Celtics Defense 28:30 Boston Celtics 30:59 NBA Insider Guest 49:02 The Role of Luck in the NFL 56:08 Controversial Decisions in Women's Sports 01:19:26 Joey Chestnut's Vegan Hot Dog Endorsement 01:21:34 Disappointment with Nathan's Decision 01:23:25 The Appeal of Competitive Eating 01:27:14 Expressing Frustration with Nathan's 01:38:34 Opening NBA Hoops Trading Card Packs #coffee #beer #instantcoffee #hatpreferences #flatbrimhats #Facebookpage #giveaway #DucksUnlimitedDash #NBAplayoffs #NHLplayoffs #DallasMavericks #BostonCeltics #Timberwolves #Celtics #MinnesotaTwins #RoyceLewis #jerseys #MinnesotaVikings #NFLminicamp #sports #mindset #NFL #collegefootball #NBA #WNBA #Minnesotawomenshockey #CaitlinClark #USOlympicteam #JoeyChestnut #veganhotdog #competitiveeating #Nathans #disappointment #hotdogeatingcontest #support #ban #hope #NBAHoops #tradingcards #players #value
Jun 13, 2024
1 hr 41 min
NBB Podcast - Episode 4: Down Memory Lane We Go, Sports News and Memories
In this episode the hosts engage in a casual and humorous conversation, discussing beer, sports memories, and the NHL Stanley Cup. They also touch on time zones, favorite sports memories, and the transition between topics. The conversation is light-hearted and meandering, with a focus on personal anecdotes and shared experiences. The conversation covers a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recalling childhood experiences at sports events, discussing favorite stadiums, and exploring NFL news and trading card pulls. The hosts share personal anecdotes, analyze player performances, and express excitement for future episodes. #podcasts #NBB #beerreviews #sportsmemories #NHLStanleyCup #timezones #favoritesportsmemories #casualconversation #personalanecdotes #sharedexperiences #nostalgia #childhoodmemories #sportsevents #favoritestadiums #NFLnews #tradingcards #playeranalysis #personalanecdotes #excitement 00:00 Navigating Time Zones and Favorite Sports Memories 44:03 Nostalgic Trip Down Memory Lane: Childhood Sports Experiences 59:47 Stadium Stories: Personal Anecdotes and Favorite Venues 01:02:10 NFL News and Trading Card Analysis 01:27:38 Excitement for Future Episodes
Jun 6, 2024
1 hr 28 min
NBB Podcast - Episode 3
The podcast episode covers a wide range of topics, including the idea of starting a charity, respect for stay-at-home parents, discussion of sports cards, astrology, and the consumption of energy drinks and beer. The hosts also touch on the upcoming football season and recent news about NFL players. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including NASCAR, sports analytics, and personal experiences. It also delves into memories of past events and the anticipation of a new arrival. The hosts engage in banter and share their thoughts on various subjects, creating a casual and conversational atmosphere. The conversation covers a range of topics including sports, card collecting, and the quality of sports media. The hosts discuss their thoughts on ESPN, their experiences with card collecting, and their predictions for sports games. They also touch on the idea of creating an intro/outro for the podcast and share their plans for future episodes. #podcast #charity #stayathomeparents #sportscards #astrology  #energydrink #beer #footballseason #nfl  #players #nascar #analytics #personalexperiences #memories #anticipation #banter #casualconversations #sports #cardcollecting #espn #podcast #predictions #sportsmedia  00:00 Starting a Charity and the Role of Stay-at-Home Parents 02:06 The Fascination with Sports Cards and Astrology 08:26 Energy Drinks, Beer, and Football Season 16:07 Recent News about NFL Players 36:24 The Impact of Sports Analytics 51:50 Personal Experiences and Memories 53:46 Exploring the World of Sports Media and Card Collecting 54:59 Predictions and Reflections on Sports Games 01:16:23 Planning for the Future of the Podcast
May 30, 2024
1 hr 18 min
NBB Podcast - Episode 2
In this episode, Brant and Trent discuss various topics including the Minnesota Timberwolves, NFL contracts, and their love for Legos. They touch on the contract situation of Justin Jefferson and speculate on the potential amount he could earn. They also talk about the Timberwolves' recent game and their excitement for the team's future. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor. The conversation revolves around the upcoming basketball game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Dallas Mavericks. The hosts discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both teams and express their excitement for the game. They also touch on the potential of the Timberwolves becoming a dynasty in the future. The conversation then transitions to discussing the NFL schedule and making predictions for the Green Bay Packers' season. In this final part of the conversation, Brant and Trent discuss the potential win-loss records for the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers in the upcoming NFL season. They go through each team's schedule and predict the outcomes of each game, resulting in the Vikings finishing with an 8-9 record and the Packers finishing with an 11-7 record. They also briefly touch on other topics such as college football, the Minnesota Twins' recent struggles, and their plans for the podcast.
May 23, 2024
1 hr 15 min
NBB Podcast - Episode 1
The hosts introduce themselves and discuss the purpose of the podcast. They express their love for sports and their excitement for starting the podcast. They talk about their favorite sports and teams, including the Packers, Vikings, Timberwolves, and Twins. They reminisce about past disappointments in Minnesota sports and discuss the current state of the Timberwolves in the NBA playoffs. They express hope for a comeback in the series and discuss the potential of young players like Anthony Edwards. The conversation covers various topics related to sports, including social media, team PR, player mindset, the NFL, the Super Bowl, the NFL draft, concussions, and the future of the game. The hosts discuss their preferences for ideal game conditions, the changing nature of the NFL, and the potential for flag football in the future. They also touch on the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers rivalry, injuries in sports, and the NBA and NHL playoffs. In this final part of the conversation, Brant and Trent discuss sports, including the Minnesota Twins and Charlotte sports talk. They also mention the NFL draft and the release of the NFL schedule. They tease that they will discuss their teams' upcoming games in the next episode.
May 16, 2024
59 min