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Skol Stories: Chad Greenway Reflects on His Midwest Roots and The Importance Of Leaving A Legacy Jun 25, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. Pete Bercich reconnects with Vikings linebacking Legend Chad Greenway. Chad looks back on the life lessons learned growing up on the farm in South Dakota, his long friendship with former teammate Ben Leber, the talented coaches and players who impacted his career, the importance of playing his entire career with the Minnesota Vikings and the hurdles of navigating today's sports landscape as a parent. All of this and more is in today's episode of Skol Stories.

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Skol Stories: Coach Kennedy Polamalu Looks Back On His Journey From American Samoa and Why Family Connections Mean Everything In Life Jun 18, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. Pete Bercich welcomes in longtime college and pro football coach Kennedy Polamalu to the show. Kennedy documents his early upbringing in American Samoa, how immigrating to California led to a lifetime to of opportunities in athletics, why the idea of "family" anchors him in everything he does, what it takes to make it as a professional coach for more than three decades in both collegiate and pro football, and how his nephew, Troy Polamalu, and his Samoan colleagues are bringing American Football to a new generation of players. All of this and more is in today’s episode of Skol Stories.

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Skol Stories: HOF Randall McDaniel Reflects On His Pro Football Hall Of Fame Career and Why He's Chosen To Give Back While Calling Minnesota Home Jun 11, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. Pete Bercich welcomes Pro Football Hall of Famer Randall McDaniel to tonight's program. From early on belief by his mother to his playing days in Minnesota, Randall dissects how his passion for football in Arizona kept him out of trouble, led to some of the richest relationships in his life, his new found appreciation for the competitors he faced and why battling with John Randle day-in-and-day-out helped him make it to Canton, Ohio in 2009. All of this and more is in today's episode of Skol Stories.

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Skol Stories: Robert Tate Looks Back On The Influence of Dennis Green and The Keys To Maintaining Long Standing Relationships Jun 04, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. Pete Bercich welcomes Robert Tate to the show. Robert looks back on how a positive mindset set him up for success, why Dennis Green's ability to people manage was key, how he was given the nickname "Top Five" Tate, and why maintaining long lasting friendships are still key long after his playing days are done. All of this and more is in today's episode of Skol Stories.

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Skol Stories: David Dixon Recants His Journey From Rugby To The NFL and His Second Act After Football May 28, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. Pete Bercich welcomes legendary Vikings Guard David Dixon to this week's show. David talks about growing up playing high level rugby in New Zealand, how a chance opportunity propelled him to a scholarship playing college football in America, why Dennis Green's college coaching experience gave David his opportunity in Minnesota, and how his time in Minnesota has helped both himself and his family find their identities in life. All of this and more is in today’s episode of Skol Stories.

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Skol Stories: Benchwarmer Bob Lurtsema Updates Everyone On His Love Of The Game and Fond Memories Playing Alongside His Teammates May 21, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. Pete Bercich welcomes in longtime friend and Vikings sage "Benchwarmer" Bob Lurtsema. Bob looks back on his time with the Purple People Eaters, the keys to individual successes in the league, the camaraderie that led to team bonding, the importance of his "Viking Update" magazine in recording Vikings history, and why a chance encounter with HOF Coach Bud Grant taught Bob a valuable life lesson early on. All of this and more is in today’s episode of Skol Stories.

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Minnesota Vikings Podcast: Ron Johnson Breaks Down The 2026 Vikings Season Schedule - Ep 329 May 15, 2026

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Welcome back to the Minnesota Vikings Podcast. It’s finally here! The Minnesota Vikings 2026 Season Schedule has been released, and Tatum Everett welcomes Ron Johnson to the show to break down all the key matchups throughout the regular season. The Vikings have a whole host of unique games on deck: primetime, international, interdivisional, and more. Plus, Ron breaks down the key positional battles and the daunting task of bookending the season with tough NFC North foes. All of this and more is in episode 329 of the Minnesota Vikings Podcast.

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Skol Stories: Dixon Edwards Talks About The Mentality Needed To Win A Super Bowl and The Memories Of Playing For Superstar Coaches May 13, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. Pete Bercich welcomes former Vikings and Cowboys linebacker Dixon Edwards to the show. Dixon reflects on his early Big Ten gridiron successes at Michigan State, the pressure surrounding being drafted by the Dallas Cowboys, the grind it took to become a 3x Super Bowl Champion, the discipline needed to play for superstar coaches, and why the 1998 Vikings team had all the makings to be a Super Bowl champion. All of this and more is in today’s episode of Skol Stories.

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Skol Stories: 50 Greatest Vikings Member's Paul Krause and Stu Voigt Look Back On Their Successes and The Evolution Of The Game May 07, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. This week, Pete Bercich welcomes in two members of the "50 Greatest Vikings" historical team to the show. Tight End Stu Voigt and Pro Football Hall of Fame member Paul Krause join to share some of their favorite moments throughout the years as longtime members of the Minnesota Vikings family. Stu and Paul look back on their shared histories with Head Coaches Bud Grant and Jerry Burns, the bonds created with their teammates along the way, the state of the modern game, and the long evolution of the Vikings as a franchise. All of this and more is in today’s episode of Skol Stories.

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Skol Stories: Brad Childress Reflects On Memorable Coaching Moments and The Personnel Who Made It all Worth It Apr 30, 2026

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Welcome back to Skol Stories. Paul Allen welcomes Vikings Coach Brad Childress to the show. Brad looks back on the influences of his long line of accomplished staff members, why making bold moves for big time players netted massive rewards year over year, how supporting grandchildren playing youth sports has become his passion, and why living in Minnesota is still important to Brad and his family to this day. All of this and more is in today's episode of Skol Stories.

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