The Morning Scramble Podcast

The Morning Scramble Is Going To THE ZOO!

The Morning Scramble has been chasing a World Record: largest gathering of people wearing party hats. They’ve teamed up with the Cedar Rapids Kernels to make the attempt Saturday, July 5^th at the ballpark. Get your tickets now!

Summer is here, and this weekend is going to be HOT, which has led The Morning Scramble to ‘Jury in a Hurry.’ Can you wear swimsuits into grocery stores, or do you have to cover up with a shirt first? Can you wear bikini tops into a store?

Producer Ben has been hard at work on our cardboard boat entry for the Cardboard Boat Regatta with the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival coming up Saturday, June 28th at Robins lake. How is the project going? Will she be seaworthy? Cap’n Ben gives an update.

He Is A Hero!!

When moms and dads have questions, The Morning Scramble is all about finding answers! Pitch in with your response to this week’s ‘Momtroversy.’

Mom and Dad have been ready to gift their son a car on his 16th birthday, but he doesn’t have his license yet. And has no desire to get a license. What would you do if you were a parent to a soon-to-be 16-year-old who doesn’t want to get their license?

Your Eggs Will Be Better This Way!

The Morning Scramble gets one shot…one opportunity…to show you exactly what they did over their weekends. Check out their weekend photos on the Z102.9 Facebook page, hear the stories of their adventures, and share what you did!

The Morning Scramble is hitting the road on their local podcast tour!

Is Clare Going Bald!?

Nobody knows ‘Nerd News’ like Dancin’ Eric Hanson, so break out your pocket protector, tape the bridge of your glasses, and get ready for some geeky stories from the past week.

TONS of information passes through The Morning Scramble, and they keep it all. Sometimes it’s important to clear out some of the information that’s not useful. Time to blow through some fun facts and spin the ‘Wheel of Useless Knowledge.’

Producer Ben, YOU DID WHAT!?

Producer Ben has been hard at work on our cardboard boat entry for the Cardboard Boat Regatta with the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival. How is the project going? Will she be sea worthy? Cap’n Ben gives an update.

For the first time ever, The Morning Scramble has decided to retry a ‘Jury in a Hurry’ case. Last week listener Anita wanted to know how many treats do you feed your dog: One or a handful? The court sided with Anita—just give the dog one treat. HOWEVER, Anita’s husband, Tim, submitted new evidence: the treats are small and the vet says the dog’s weight is fine! Listen to both sides and help deliver justice to this couple.

THIS IS AN ABOMINATION!!

It’s a very classy ‘Taste It Tuesday’ on The Morning Scramble. Clare and Eric will be using their refined palettes to taste some wine & cheese pairings. According to TikTok white wine tastes great with jalapeno…and Nerds Clusters go well with brie.

The Morning Scramble has been chasing a World Record. They want the record for largest gathering of people wearing conical party hats. They’re working with the Cedar Rapids Kernels to make it happen.

Is A Bird Plague Going Around?

The Morning Scramble has been chasing a World Record. They want the record for largest gathering of people wearing conical party hats. How will they achieve their goal? They are ready to unveil their plan.

We All Need Some Tummy Time!

The Morning Scramble has to come to the rescue of Listener Anita and her hubby. They have a disagreement about their dog, Mollie. Mollie is a good girl and always does her business outside, and when she comes back in the house, she gets a treat. Anita gives her one treat. Anita’s husband gives Mollie a handful of treats. How many treats do you give your dog? One? Or a handful?

The Great Cardboard Boat Regatta is coming back to Cedar Rapids as part of the Freedom Festival! Z102.9 is competing and Clare and Eric are checking in with Cardboard Cap’n Ben on the vessel’s progress.

Getting To Know Our Newest Street Teamer Cadee!

Summer is here and if you’re a parent, it means keeping kiddos busy. One mom asked The Morning Scramble, “what’s a great local vacation?” Any staycation ideas? Get ready to brainstorm this ‘Momtroversy’ topic.

There’s a new face on the Z102.9 Street Team! Let’s get to know Cadence on The Morning Scramble with game we call ‘Mixtape.’

We Have To Pay To NOT Work?

The Orchestra is headed to the ballfield. Orchestra Iowa is performing the score for “Field of Dreams” while the film plays on the jumbotron. Maestro Tim Hankewich joins The Morning Scramble to talk about the show.