As wildfire smoke drifts from Canada, John and Gordy tackle everything from smoky skies to the authenticity of Velveeta as 'cheese.' New producer Boris (Dom) joins, while Pam Jahnke talks about virtual fences for livestock. The episode also highlights Brett Favre's Netflix woes, Medicaid cuts, and a bizarre deportation of a U.S. veteran. Meanwhile, John Stewart's take on government waste provides comedy in the studio. Local politics heat up with Tom Tiffany's outrage over gender-neutral terminology, hinting at his gubernatorial ambitions. Plus, the Sconnie Summer Contest kicks off, promising prizes and a dash of fun amid the haze.

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