Posts by Brett Johnson
Vaccine Event
A huge vaccine event took place in Minneapolis’ Northside today. It was hosted by by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison. State Epidemiologist Kris Ehressmann comments about the event. We also learn more about the effectiveness of COVID 19 vaccines. As COVID is on the retreat in Minnesota, The Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center is…
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Ellie 2.0 Radio – June 12, 2021
David Edgerton Jr fills in for Ellie on today’s show!
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Read MoreEssential Oils as a Practical Solution with Joyce Sobotta – June 13, 2021
Meet Joyce Sobotta, a breast health educator and founder of Healthy Girl’s Breast Oil and Aromatherapy Nature’s Way. She shares her journey of how she was introduced to essential oils and the way she took it further and created special blends for treating common ailments like sleeplessness and muscle pain. Sobotta also creates customized blends…
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Read MoreRelationship Roles in Career Choices
Kris Ehressmann, Director of Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology for the Minnesota Department of Health clarifies Mask Mandates and talks with Freddie Bell about the increasing vaccine take rates. New Beginnings Co-Host Joe McKenzie examines the role relationships play in career choices. The Rev. James Stacey, Senior Minister, Unity South Twin Cities begins a four-part lesson…
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – May 22, 2021
We begin this week featuring Mercy for Animals (MFA), an international animal protection nonprofit that works to prevent cruelty to farmed animals, and which promotes compassionate food choices and policies. One of the ways that MFA operates is through investigations where people go undercover into factory farms or animal processing sites to document and record…
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Read MoreCritical Steps in Your Career Path
Elizabeth Ebot Vaccine Director for the Minnesota Department of Health says COVID Vaccines are now open to people as young as 12 years old. Freddie Bell and Joe McKenzie discuss critical steps forward along your career path. We also hear from AARP Minnesota and Unity South Twin Cities. Special thanks to West Metro Hypnosis and…
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Read MoreNew Vaccine Eligibility
Twelve to fifteen year-olds are now eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccines. Elizabeth Ebot, Vaccine Outreach Director for the Minnesota Department of Health discusses the details with Freddie Bell. To thrive in our economy, New Beginnings co-host, Joe McKenzie tells how to become a discerning job seeker. Thanks to AARP Minnesota for information from Rainbow Health,…
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Read MoreVaccine Distribution Methods
State of Minnesota Vaccine Coordinator, Elizabeth Ebot, shares information about unique methods the state is using to get vaccine into the arms of its residents. Jay Haapala, Associate Director for Community Engagement for AARP Minnesota provides help on protecting you from new scams. New Beginnings Co-host Joe McKenize talks about new hiring trends as a…
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Read MoreState Sen. Steve Cwodzinski (5/14/21)
Brett Johnson speaks with state Sen. Steve Cwodzinski (district 48) about the end of the legislative session. They discuss increasing funding for education, summer school, and Cwodzinski’s take on the Liz Cheney situation being a former government teacher.
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Read MoreMobile Vaccine Clinics
Elizabeth Ebot The Vaccine Director for Minnesota talks about Mobile Vaccine Clinics and administering the shots to those 16 and over. We learn about an upcoming Mammogram event coming up later this month at the Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center and the latest scams from AARP Minnesota. Special thanks to co-host Joe McKenzie, West…
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Read MoreReopening of the Economy
How job seekers leverage the reopening of the economy is Joe McKenzie’s focus this weekend on New Beginnings. Freddie Bell and the New Beginnings team also share Covid Vaccination information. Special thanks to The Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center, AARP Twin Cities, West Metro Hypnosis, The Minnesota Department of Health and Unity South Twin…
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Read MoreWall Of Power Radio Hour – May 1, 2021
Ellie 2.0 Radio – May 1, 2021
Our featured idealist is Van Jones, best-selling author, nonprofit creator, and CNN commentator, who’s used his imagination to change the social justice landscape. The Big Interview is with Fawzia Kahn, a physician-turned-artist, whose installation, “Becoming Visible,” highlights the invisible roles that women play. I’m happy to say that I was one of the women featured…
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Read MoreBuy Now, Buy Tomorrow or Buy Next Year?
The First Halal-Certified Skincare and Wellness for Everyone with Annie Qaiser – May 2, 2021
Meet Annie Qaiser, the founder and creator of Silk Road Wellness, the first Halal-certified wellness brand in the U.S. Qaiser explains the various benefits of the natural ingredients in her skincare and wellness products that abide by prophetic traditions. Her brand integrates South Asian common remedies into our routine care seamlessly. To learn more, go…
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Volunteering as a Career Growth Plan
Elizabeth Ebot, Vaccine Outreach Coordinator, MDH talks about the pause in the Johnson and Johnson vaccine as well as the new Vaccine site at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Epidemiologist, Dr. Michael Osterholm talks about vaccines for younger children. New Beginnings Co-host Joe Mckenzie, says volunteering is an often overlooked career growth plan. We also hear…
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Read MoreHealing Through the Power of Naturopathy with Dr. Margaret Litchi Miller – April 18, 2021
Meet Dr. Margaret Litchey-Miller of Neighborhood Naturopathic in Edina, MN. Dr. Litchey-Miller is an expert on naturopathic medicine who helps to identify and resolve disturbances in an individuals’ health by supporting their body’s inherent capacity to function optimally. She shares her journey of becoming a naturopathic doctor and explains the common maladies in women’s health.…
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – April 17, 2021
Our featured idealist is Katie Porter, the California Congresswoman who represents Orange County and who’s known for using a whiteboard when questioning witnesses testifying before Congress. The Big Interview is with Sondra Samuels who shares about The Itasca Project’s “First Thousand Days” initiative aimed at protecting the physical and mental health of babies in their…
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Read MoreThe Smart Home Buyer 2021
Vaccines and Springtime
As Springtime is upon us, and Epidemiologist Michael Osterholm tells Freddie Bell there could be darker days ahead. Property Manager Kitty Harris from the Cora McCorvey health and Wellness Center talks about the vaccination activity at her property. Joe McKenzie continues a discussion about unearthing the Hidden Job Market.
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Read MoreImproving Vaccine Access
Dr. Nathan Chomilo, the new Vaccine Equity Director for the State of Minnesota talks with Freddie Bell about improving access for Minnesotans. New Beginnings Co-Host Joe McKenzie shares details concerning the hidden job market. Special thanks to the Cora MCCorvey Health and Wellness Center, AARP MN, and Unity South Twin Cities.
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – April 3rd, 2021
This week’s idealist is Steven Donziger, an attorney who took on Chevron for polluting the Ecuadoran jungle and won a $9.5 billion judgment. When Donziger attempted to collect the judgment, Chevron fought back; now Donziger is on his 600th+ day of home confinement awaiting a contempt of court trial. The Big Interview is with Jamey…
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Read MoreRelieving Stress During Difficult Times
Elizabeth, Vaccine Outreach Director for Minnesota’s Vaccine Response Team shares the benefits of having received the COVID-19 vaccine. Co-host Joe McKenzie shares tips for relieving stress during difficult times. We also thank our partners from AARP Twin Cities, the Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center and Unity South Twin Cities.
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Read MoreSelf-Marketing Your Outstanding Differences
Minnesota’s Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan highlights this week’s program as she gives you helpful advice on vaccines. In our career segment, co-host Joe McKenzie talks about self-marketing your outstanding differences.
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Read MoreRainwater with Bethany Wrede Peterson
Ghostbox Radio for March 28, 2021
Rates Down, Market Meter Up, Don’t Make The Biggest Mistake!
Choosing to Heal Naturally with Melissa Cathcart – March 28, 2021
Meet Melissa Cathcart of Dynamic Functional Healing in Minneapolis, MN, an expert in acupuncture and natural healing. Cathcart talks about her journey and explains concepts like visceral manipulation and pelvic floor rehabilitation, and how alternative healing methods can be used to treat various health conditions. Learn how she combines acupuncture, natural therapy, and rehab as…
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Read MoreStand Out As a Job Candidate
Knowing what makes you stand out as a job candidate could be a key to your success. Joe McKenzie explains. The AARP MN supported Twin Cities Jazz Festival continues operating in the pandemic. This week, we learn more about Thursday Night Jazz. Listen for special contributions from Unity South Twin Cities, West Metro Hypnosis, and…
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Read MoreCareer Transition
Rough days are ahead, Dr. Michael Osterholm’s warning, even as new vaccine’s come onto the scene. He is among the nation’s leading epidemiologists. Kitty Harris, Property Manager, Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center talks about inoculating seniors residing in the city’s public housing facilities. Joe McKenzie of Ripple Connects talks about career transition and preparing…
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – March 13, 2021
Our highlighted idealist is Marc Elias, an attorney who’s represented the Democratic National Committee and many other Dem entities; he also served as general counsel to the election campaigns of John Kerry and Hillary Clinton. Most importantly, he oversaw efforts to protect President Biden’s win versus the Big Lie about election fraud and he’s now…
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – March 6, 2021
We begin with a story about Stockton CA’s experiment of giving 125 random people $500/mo. for two years, no string attached. The results of this experiment are in and they show that overwhelmingly, people didn’t spend the stipend on cigarettes or alcohol, but instead on necessities in ways that greatly improved their lives. I also…
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Ellie 2.0 Radio – February 27, 2021
Our featured historical idealist is Chiune Sugihara, who as a Japanese diplomat posted to Lithuania in the summer of 1940 provided thousands of visas to Jews seeking to escape persecution. By some estimates, Chiune’s actions benefited 100,000 people (those who escaped and their descendants). The Big Interview is with Benya Kruas, co-founder of Lead for…
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Pathways to a Second Career
Freddie Bell talks with Elizabeth Ebot, the Vaccine Outreach Director to Minnesota’s Covid Vaccine Response Team. We learn about the Vaccine Connector. Joe McKenzie of Ripple Connects shares various pathways to a second career. Special thanks to AARP Twin Cities, The Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center and Unity South Twin Cities.
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Read MoreEngaging Your Professional Network
Dr. Anthony Fauci, who has served as the Director of the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases since 1984, joins Freddie Bell on New Beginnings this week. Co-host Joe McKenize talks about engaging your professional network to enhance your career. It’s the start of tax time and Freddie has some important information. We acknowledge…
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Integrating Herbs in Your Daily Life with Linda Conroy – February 21, 2021
Meet Linda Conroy, practicing herbalist and the owner of Moonwise Herbs based in Stoughton, WI, and the founder of the Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference. Conroy discusses how herbs can be used for relaxation and wellness as well as incorporated in our daily routine to boost our health. Learn about the various categories of herbs and…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil Show for February 22, 2021
On today’s show Matt talks about how streaming services have changed movie and TV awards season. The MN COVID-19 update. Torey Van Oot, Twin Cities reporter for Axios, joins Matt during the 2nd half of hour 1. Mike Lindell is facing a 1.3 billion dollar lawsuit from Dominion over his fake election fraud claims. And…
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Read MoreTorey Van Oot – Twin Cities Reporter for Axios (2/22/21)
Minneapolis City Counil Member Jeremy Schroeder (2/19/21)
Brett Johnson spoke with Minneapolis City Council Member Jeremy Schroeder (ward 11) about a proposed city charter amendment that would change police and law enforcement in Minneapolis. They discussed how the amendment would create a new city department of public safety and how oversight of law enforcement would change under the proposal.
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Read MoreDFL House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler (2/5/21)
Brett Johnson is joined by DFL house majority leader Ryan Winkler (46A) as they talk about Winkler’s bill that would legalize recreational cannabis in Minnesota. They discuss what his bill would do and efforts being made to get Republican senators on board. They also talked about COVID economic relief packages being proposed at the legislature.
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Read MoreProf. David Rapp on the Psychology of Believing Disinformation
Brett Johnson recently spoke with Minnesota native and Northwestern University psychology professor David Rapp. They discussed a topic David has been studying for the past few years, the psychology of why people believe disinformation. It’s an especially important topic in the wake of the January 6 Capitol attack.
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Read MoreThe Vaccine Rollout
Lynn Bahta is a public health nurse at the Minnesota Department of Health. As a vaccine expert, she is sharing information about a vaccine program launched this week. Shirlynn LaChapelle, of the Minnesota Black Nurses Association, and Yolanda Adams Lee are working together to help Minnesotans manage their health during COVID-19. They talked about their…
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – January 24, 2021
It’s an Ellie’s Talking Head Show and this week’s featured idealist is Amanda Gorman, the 22-year-old Poet Laureate who recited at the Inaugural. I also share about two instances of humans being good to other humans. In my C-Block, I make an offer to speak at schools and churches in my effort to spread a…
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Read MoreManaging Your Health
Shirlynn LaChapelle, of the Minnesota Black Nurses Association, and Yolanda Adams Lee are working together to help Minnesotans manage their health during COVID 19. They talked about their efforts with Freddie Bell. New Beginnings was also on location at a COVID 19 testing site in St. Paul. There, Freddie Bell learned of new advances in…
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Read MoreWall of Power Radio Hour – January 16, 2021
We had conversations with two great musicians, Ms. Dar Williams and Ellen Stanley aka Mother Banjo about a virtual event happening on 1/20/21 called Steps 2021 celebrating the Inauguration and an artistic way to move forward after the dark days on the steps of the Capitol on Jan. 2, 2021. Dar had great stories about…
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – January 17, 2021
We begin with an audio blog post by Frank Schaeffer, a former evangelical conservative turned liberal democrat who talks about the January 6th insurrection being the product of evangelical white nationalism. The Big Interview is with Jen Bowen of the Minnesota Prison Writing Workshop, which helps humans experiencing incarceration tell their written stories. In the…
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Read MorePutting The Patient First: Making Healthcare Affordable for All with Dr. Isaac Engholm – January 17, 2021
Meet Dr. Isaac Engholm, a direct primary care physician with Deploy Health Family Practice in Minneapolis. Dr. Engholm is one of the first physicians in the Twin Cities to bring direct primary care at an affordable cost for middle and working-class patients. He speaks of direct primary care and the difference between the direct primary…
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Read MoreThe Time to Sell is Now
Vaccine Distribution and Safety
Medicaid Medical Director, Dr. Nathan Chomilo, from the Minnesota Department of Health appears this week discussing vaccine distribution and its relative safety. Freddie Bell also discusses Aging in Place and reviews Online Etiquette with Joe McKenzie of Ripple Connects. New Beginnings also acknowledges AARP Twin Cites, The Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center, West Metro…
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Read MoreReducing Holiday Debt
As we kick off the new year, Freddie Bell shares ideas on how to reduce holiday debt. Joe McKenzie, our Career Expert and founder of Ripple Connects, talks about the benefits of job sharing. We also hear from Kitty Harris of the Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center, West Metro Hypnosis, who helps us to…
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As of November 1, 2020 JR Broadcasting (AM950 the Progressive Voice of Minnesota) has no FCC applications pending. This page will be updated immediately should AM950 have any pending FCC applications.
Read MoreUnderstanding Mental Health
Anna Lynn is the Mental Health Promotion Coordinator at the MN Department of Health. She works on changing the conversation and understanding about mental health, to help us understand it as more than the absence of illness. She also works to create opportunities for communities to promote mental well-being across a range of domains-from social…
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Read MoreYour Health and COVID-19
Dr. Sara Vetter is the Assistant Division Director of the Public Health Laboratory for the Minnesota Department of Health. Dr. Vetter talks with Freddie Bell about the importance of getting tested for COVID-19. Carolyn Deters, Executive Director of Gifts for Seniors says social isolation and loneliness are serious health issues and can become more common…
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Read MoreCurbing The Spread
Michael Osterholm, a member of President-elect Joe Biden’s transition COVID-19 advisory board, said measures are urgently needed to help curb the spread and prevent hospitals from being “overrun.” He told Freddie Bell that Americans help control the spread by “not swapping air.” Nancy Carlson, Minnesota Department of Health suggests strategies in coping with COVID stress.…
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Read MoreStress Management
Nancy Carlson with the Minnesota Department of Health talks about stress management as we close out the year. Career expert, Joe McKenzie examines a new Boomer lifestyle. AARP volunteer Bev Bachel, shares details concerning the organization’s 50 Over 50 honorees. Kitty Harris, Property Manager for the Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center says the facility…
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Read MoreAdam Rizzieri on Litigation and Legislation with Big Tech
Brett Johnson spoke with social media expert Adam Rizzieri of Agency Partner Interactive. They discussed new right wing centered social media that’s trying to compete with Facebook, Twitter, Google etc.; section 230 and why the Trump administration is trying to rid of it; and the FTC trying to breakup Facebook.
Read MoreMeghan Kimmel of Portico Healthnet
Brett Johnson speaks with Meghan Kimmel of Portico Healthnet about healthcare deserts that exist throughout Minnesota and what can be done to give people more access to affordable healthcare.
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – December 7, 2020
It’s an Ellie’s Talking Head Show! We start out highlighting Poetic Justice, an Oklahoma nonprofit that teaches writing and poetry to women who are incarcerated. In lieu of The Big Interview, I talk about allyship and share stories of how a neighborhood in North Little Rock Arkansas showed unique support for a family that was…
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Read MoreCOVID-19 Update
New Beginnings sits down with Hennepin County’s Health Director, Susan Palchick for a COVID-19 Update. Kitty Harris, Property Manager, Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center shares an update on a recent Blood Drive. New Beginnings also acknowledges its partners, AARP Twin Cities, West Metro Hypnosis and Unity South Twin Cities.
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Read MoreGhost Box Radio – November 29, 2020
Join Greg Bakun this week as his guest is Onae. She will not be doing one question readings this week (that will happen next week) but we will have a great conversation about what we are thankful for and the Power of Positivity. Onae is a Spiritual Life Coach and she has all sorts of…
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Read MoreBattling Cancer with the Right Resources with Talaya Dendy – November 29, 2021
Meet Talaya Dendy of On the Other Side, a cancer survivor and now cancer doula who supports others on their cancer journeys. Dendy talks about her own journey with cancer, some of the most difficult things she faced, and what she learned from it. Dendy also shares the concept of a doula and how she…
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Gratitude
West Metro Hypnosis talks about Gratitude this weekend. We also hear from Susan Palchick and Mayor Jacob Frey in earlier interviews talking about the COVID response.
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Margaritas with Sarah Davis of Urban Works Architecture
George Beck of Clean Elections MN
Brett Johnson recently spoke with George Beck of Clean Elections MN about how Minnesotans view several election reforms according to a new poll conducted in conjunction with St. Cloud State University. They include more transparency when it comes to dark money, increasing public financing of campaigns and citizen-drive redistricting.
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Read MoreSmart Holiday Planning
The Holidays are upon us and with COVID-19 numbers raging across the state, Kris Ehresmann, Director, Minnesota Department of Health Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division, talks with Freddie Bell about smart holiday planning. AARP Twin Cities shares information about Driver Safety Training opportunities and how you might be able to reduce the cost…
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Read MoreGood Oral Health the Natural Way with Dr. Amy Truong – November 15, 2020
Meet Dr. Amy Truong of Pure Dental in Oakdale, the first accredited member of the International Association of Oral Medicine and Toxicology in Minnesota and certified to perform safe amalgam mercury removal of fillings. Dr. Truong discusses the various services she provides to patients in a natural and holistic way and the COVID precautions that…
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Read MoreOld Fashions/Manhattans with Minnesota Artist Jendayi Berry
A Safe Holiday Season
On New Beginnings we welcome Kris Ehresmann, Director, Minnesota Department of Health Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division. She talks with Freddie Bell about Having a Safe Holiday this season in the face of COVID-19. From AARP Twin Cities we learn about Liveable Communities. Kitty Harris, Property Manager for the Cora McCorey Health and…
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Read MoreKey Moments in an Interview
This week we feature the Minnesota Department of Health and useful information on COVID-19. We also look at how to protect yourself against frauds and scams. Freddie Bell and Joe McKenzie share key details about key moments in a job interview. Kitty Harris from the Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center talks about the new…
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Read MoreCareer Success
Freddie Bell and Joe McKenzie discuss some of the key areas for professional development and how it relates to your career success in 2021. Jay Haapala of AARP Twin Cities talks with Freddie about scams and frauds. We also honor our partners with Minnesota Department it Health, AARP MN, West Metro Hypnosis, The Cora McCorvey…
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Read MoreCareer Growth
Freddie Bell and Joe McKenzie help you tinfoils on career growth in the first of a two part series. Freddie Bell also shares details on a device that can sniff COVID-19. October is Energy Awareness Month And our friends at AARP Twin Cities have important details. New Beginnings also appreciates its partners at Unity South…
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Read MoreIntegrating Your Career Story
Techniques on integrating your career story into your job search is Freddie Bell and Joe McKenzie’s focus this week. Freddie also shares details on an exciting Broadband Initiative with AARP MN and MN Speedtest. We also share health tips and feature a visit from West Metro Hypnosis. The Rev, James Stacey, senior minister of Unity…
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Read MoreYour Volunteer Experience
Freddie Bell and Joe Mckenzie discuss how your years of volunteer work experience can give you the clarity needed to reinvent your own career.
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Ellie 2.0 Radio – November 9, 2020
Our featured idealist is soon-to-be First Lady Dr. Jill Biden; despite the cache of being married to Joe Biden for 30+ years, she’s taught in public schools and community colleges because she wanted to make a difference. The Big Interview is with Rachel Pilgrim, whose work in investigating the identities of five black women who…
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Read MoreFormer Federal Prosecutor Bill Johnston on Right Wing Terrorism
Brett Johnson recently spoke with former federal prosecutor Bill Johnston. He’s practiced law for more than 30 years, including 14 years in the U.S. Attorney’s office where he helped prosecute multiple domestic terror cases. They discussed the rise of right wing domestic terrorism including the plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. They also talked…
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Read MoreFCC Applications
On November 18, 2020, JR Broadcasting LLC, licensee of KTNF, 950 kHz, St. Louis Park, MN, filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission for Renewal of its license. Members of the public wishing to view this application or obtain information about how to file comments and petitions on the application can visit https://publicfiles.fcc.gov/am-profile/ktnf/applications-and-related-materials/#renewals .
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Being Creative in Your Spiritual Practice with Crary Brouhard and Benny Callaghan – November 1, 2020
Meet Crary Brouhard and Benny Callaghan, members of Eckankar: Temple of Eck, which describes itself as an active individual and creative spiritual practice. They discuss the purpose and philosophy of Eckankar and how you can make your own creative individual journey using one’s divine powers of imagination to create experiences and define their own truth.…
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Read MoreWall of Power Radio Hour – October 31, 2020
We had another great interview with Mr. Charles Pierce, the astute political pundit for Esquire.com. We chatted about the upcoming election along with musical stories as well.
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GhostBox Radio for Sunday, October 25th
This week we are thrilled to have the stars of the Travel Channel hit TV series Destination Fear with Dakota Laden, his sister Chelsea and their best friend Tanner. We talk about some of the scariest places that they investigated and why they keep doing it! There are plenty of ways to listen and take…
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Read MoreBourbon with Lashonda Jung and Sarah Breuer of Roots Chiropractic
US Congressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia
Brett Johnson spoke with one of the big, emerging progressive leaders in Congress, Jesus “Chuy” Garcia (D-Illinois 4) about a variety of issues. They discussed the New York Times report of Trump’s family separation policy, how Amy Coney Barrett could impact DACA, and border closures since the pandemic began.
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – October 19, 2020
This week’s featured idealist is Delores Huerta, who helped galvanize migrant farm workers and who later championed women in politics; there’s so much she’s done to make the world a better place! The Big Interview is with Laura Belin, curator of the blog, Bleeding Heartland, which covers Iowa politics. In my C-Block, I talk about…
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Read MoreWall of Power Radio Hour – October 17, 2020
We had an amazing conversation with Northfield, MN native and Country Western star Johnny Western. Johnny grew up in southern MN, had his own radio and TV show at 17 yrs. of age. He put out 3 singles before he left for Holywood, California in 1954 at age 20. That began an amazing career in…
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Read MoreManhattans with Mark Suess of Mark Suess Interiors
Ghostbox Radio – October 18, 2020
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Ghost Box Radio Promo
Do you believe in ghosts? Ever wondered if aliens from other planets visited the Earth? Have you ever thought about whether Bigfoot is real or not? Each week on GhostBox Radio host Greg Bakun will have these conversations about the paranormal, ufology, Bigfoot or just the unusual bringing together guests who are experts in these…
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Read MoreEllie 2.0 Radio – October 5, 2020
Our featured idealist this week is Alexander Vindman, who spoke truth to power during last year’s proceedings to impeach President Trump; the Big Interview is an encore interview of Emily Hunt Turner from All Square, a chic grilled cheese restaurant that provides formerly confined humans an opportunity for a second chance. In my C-Block, I…
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Read MoreLand and Expand into Your Career
Freddie Bell and Joe McKenzie explore how to land and expand into your next career. Freddie Bell also looks at sickle cell anemia. We hear from the Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center of Open House this weekend. After talking about voting, we hear a lesson from Unity South Twin Cities, entitled The Day the…
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