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Hold on to your Lazy Susans and electric gliders, because this episode of Shift Happened is pure chaotic gold! From Houston’s latest questionable purchase (a light-up Lazy Susan for whiskey bottles, of course) to Stitch's quest for a baby rocker glider that doesn’t require assembly, the team dives into the weird, wild, and wonderfully random.We debate whether South Dakota really is a hot spot for alien abductions, discuss the returnless refund trend that could easily be abused, and explore why reading books is becoming an endangered pastime. Plus, the gang debates whether a divorce registry should be a thing —...

Get ready to run the emotional gamut with "Shift Happened!" Join Mark Houston, Stitch, and Leslie as they take you on a wild ride through stories that spark outrage, surprise, confusion, and—finally—joy. This episode is a rollercoaster from start to finish as they dive into infuriating headlines (like a woman ditching her dog at an airport), bizarre karaoke conflicts, and controversial lottery snubs. But it’s not all doom and gloom! They also dish out some feel-good news about free ice cream, happiness indexes (sort of), and unexpected laughs along the way. Plus, you’ll hear about Fiesta Fest—an epic tequila party...

Shift Happened: Axolotls, Cheese Fights, and Hot Hunks!On today’s episode of Shift Happened, we went down the rabbit hole of axolotls! From doom scrolling on TikTok to discovering the adorable pink salamanders that just might be the cure for your midweek anxiety, we couldn’t stop talking about their perpetual smile and insane superpowers—like regenerating entire limbs. Who knew nature had its own real-life Pokémon?Things got cheesy after that—literally. We debated the existential crisis of American cheese and whether Sargento’s new “real” single slices are a culinary miracle or just another wrapper drama. Plus, we tried to figure out why Ronald...

Missed the madness of yesterday's afternoon radio show on The Kat 98.7 and 93.9 The Mix? Don't worry—Shift Happened! Dean, Leslie, Stitch, and Houston are back with hot takes and hilarious debates, from questioning if the first season of White Lotus was actually worth watching to breaking down the most painfully awkward moments (like clogging a toilet at someone’s house). They also dig into bizarre news—like astronauts stranded in space making just four bucks a day—and get hyped for Mountain West Fiesta Fest, featuring tequila tastings, lucha libre wrestling, and maybe a little too much enthusiasm for suplexes. Plus, brace...

Welcome to Shift Happened, your daily play-by-play recap of the previous afternoon's radio antics with Dean, Leslie, Stitch, and Mark Houston on The Kat 98.7 and 93.9 The Mix! Yesterday, the crew tackled the puzzling origins of St. Patrick’s Day pinching, debated the necessity (or absurdity) of sweatpant jeans—lovingly named 'joggings,' and uncovered fascinating facts about Guinness beer, including its secret red hue and surprising calorie count. Plus, they called out Stitch for his mysterious absence and delved into the competitive world of March Madness brackets, where guessing might just be your best strategy. Catch up with all the laughs,...

On Friday, the team tackled everything from high winds and dust alerts to the quirks of Irish history, St. Patrick’s Day festivities, and a deep dive into pie-related controversies. (Yes, apple pie was slandered. No, the debate will never end.)Dean flexed some unexpected pie-making skills (who knew?!), Stitch proved he’s only kind of a music guy, and Houston had his mind blown by irrational numbers. Meanwhile, Leslie confirmed she’s ready to throw hands over her love of Ireland, while also planning some strategic pinching for Monday’s show. Oh, and scream therapy? It’s apparently legit—so don’t be alarmed if you hear...

Big news tonight—are we staying up late? Are we doing this? Should we hang out? It’s the Blood Worm Moon, baby! 🌕🔮 Houston thinks it’s the perfect time for Stitch to turn his life around (Stitch disagrees). Leslie got a tarot reading sponsored by her nail artist (which is a sign), and everyone’s trying to figure out if the moon will actually be red or if Houston just made that up.Meanwhile, Stitch is locked into March Madness instead of cosmic forces, we all learn way too much about mouth gas, and Houston tries to stump the crew with internet acronyms...

Shift Happened – March 12, 2025The show kicked off with an unexpected deep dive into the latest internet obsession—a tiny TikTok-famous rooster named Ronald. Naturally, this led to a discussion about Dean’s own mini rooster and whether it should make a studio appearance (spoiler: chaos will ensue).From there, things got heated in the ultimate Girl Scout cookie debate—Thin Mints, Tagalongs, or Samoas? Everyone had strong opinions, but the real winner? Lemonades, the sleeper hit.The crew also prepped for this weekend’s Leprechaun Pub Crawl, complete with green beer, ridiculous accessories, and Stitch’s confusion over how tape works. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania is making...

Last night, the hot tub turned into an observatory as Houston witnessed an unforgettable meteor—no alcohol, just pure cosmic awe. That kicked off a wild discussion about Thursday night’s Blood Worm Moon (yes, that’s the actual name) and why worms are getting their celestial moment.Then, the crew tackled South Dakota’s potential Amtrak expansion—would you take a train from Rapid City to Minneapolis? The debate was derailed by nostalgic thoughts of long-lost railroad tracks and the ever-present South Dakota wind.Speaking of the wind, the Leprechaun Pub Crawl is this weekend! Dress in green, grab a card, and win big—just don’t let...

Employee Appreciation Day? More like Employee Forget-You Day! Stitch kicks off the show with breakfast bribery, Houston questions capitalism, and Dean just wants his eraser. Meanwhile, daylight saving time has Leslie so messed up she didn’t even show up—relatable.Ever wonder what a beautiful rooster looks like? Neither did we, but Stitch is determined to convince us. We also unravel the mystery of all-black chickens and why people in China are spending a fortune on… dirt. Yep, bank dirt.Speaking of bad investments, Houston pitches his latest get-rich-quick schemes, including selling lottery ticket shavings and Wall Street air. Shockingly, no one’s on...