Posts by Brett Johnson
Connections Radio – August 2, 2025
Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo visit again with Alliance for Sustainability President and Co-Founder, Terry Gips. After last week we had explored the Alliance for Sustainability’s coming series of events at the MN State Fair on Aug. 21 and 30, today we hear more about their ongoing work to champion sustainability that’s ecologically sound, economically viable, socially just and humane. We…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – August 1, 2025
On tonight’s show Robert Pilot is joined by two guests: State Senator Mary Kunesh and Wendy Pilot who has a sacred animals segment.
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Author Rob Gutro and The Bird Cage Theatre 7.29.25
Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with author Rob Gutro about the Bird Cage Theatre in Tombstone, AZ. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me on Patreon for as low as $3/month and see what perks you get: www.patreon.com/ghostboxradio Other places to get past episodes: www.ghostboxradio.com Spotify:…
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Read MoreRedefining Recovery Ep. 65: Supporting Minnesota Recovery Connection
Caddy is joined by Cynthia Munguia, Executive Director of Minnesota Recovery Connection. They talk about the imortance of how Minnesota Recovery Connection helps those overcoming addiction and how you can support their work going forward. Donate today at: https://engage.minnesotarecovery.org/give/236716/#!/donation/checkout
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Read MoreDownright Upright Show – Ep. 131: Minnesota State Representative David Gottfried
Philip Anthony is joined by Minnesota State Representative David Gottfried as we discuss the state of politics in Minnesota and in the nation in general.
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 27: Birth order and Mental Health
Birth order. Something we hear so much about and often talk about in a jovial style regarding whether or not we fit the descriptor for our place in our family. Although, have you ever taken the time to reflect on birth order, and expectations around such, may impact our mental health? Join Becky McNattin and…
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Read MoreDo Different Better – Ep. 61: Exit Strategy: Leave your business Without Losing Your Legacy
This week on Do.Different.Better, I’m breaking down how to exit your business like a boss—whether you’re selling it, passing it on, or planning for “what if.” What you’ll get in this episode: ✔️ What succession planning REALLY means ✔️ The real deal on how to sell a business (and what buyers want) ✔️ How to…
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Read MoreBoldly Challenging Ableism – Ep. 8: Chris Farrell on Disability, Employment and Money
Katrina is joined by Chris Farrell, Senior Economics Contributor for MPR News and Marketplace. Chris talks with Katrina about limitations around disability and money. We also talk a little bit about working when you live with a disability.
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Read MoreTwin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 79: (Encore) Remembering Minnesota LGBTQ+ Legend Julie Daffyd
As many of you know, we lost a trans icon and trailblazer in Minnesota recently, Julie Daffyd. In her honor, we’re replaying a conversation we had with Julie on April 13, 2024.
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Read MoreWall of Power Radio Hour – July 26, 2025
Host Paul Metsa had a great chat with Ms. Ellen Stekert. Ms. Stekert has a long career as a folksinger, a folklorist, college professor and more. She’s had a fascinating life and recently discovered a field recording of the late great Reverend Gary Davis that she and friends recorded in NYC in 1951. Paul and…
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Read MoreFood Freedom Radio – July 26, 2025
This week, Aneta Toporowska Lennartson joins the show to talk about food, music, and family at the upcoming Slavic Experience, happening Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3 at the ROC in St. Louis Park. From delicious food to fashion and culture, it’s a celebration you won’t want to miss. Learn more at slavicexperience.com. Aneta…
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Read MoreDownright Upright Show – Ep. 130: Author and Host of The Illegal Trans Woman, Ellie Krug
Philip Anthony is joined by author and radio talk show host, Ellie Krug. Look for Ellie’s new book “Being Ellen: A Second Chance at Life” wherever fine books are sold. Ellie is also the host of “The Illegal Trans Woman” right here on AM950 radio which is broadcast right before my show every Saturday at…
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Read MoreTwin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 77: Parents of Trans Kids Part 1
This week Andi and Rina talk to two Moms who have some incredible trans and gender fluid children. They’ll talk about what their experience has been like, what do they wish more people understood about their journey and how to navigate what’s happening in 2025. This is the first part in a two part series.
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Read MoreFood Freedom Radio – July 12, 2025
President of the Minnesota Farmers Union Gary Wertish and Katie Marty with Co-Minnesota talk about the first ever Minnesota Cooperative Summit https://www.mncooperativesummit.org
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Read MoreEpisode 53 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch
Bruce finishes his discussion of the Constitution with the 27th and currently final amendment, then devotes the rest of the show to the big horrible bill.
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Read MoreBoldly Challenging Ableism – Ep. 6: Part 1 of Kathy Ware on How Systems and Disabilities Interact
Kathy Ware introduces us to herself and her adult child. Kathy and Katrina talk about how systems and disabilities interact- for good and for NOT so good. This is the first part of a two part series.
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Read MoreDo Different Better – Ep. 59: Co-Ops Ain’t Just Crunchy Granola | How Collective Ownership Builds Community Wealth
Co-Ops Ain’t Just Crunchy Granola They’re a whole wealth strategy—and they’ve been in our DNA forever. This week on the Do.Different.Better Show, I’m breaking down: ✅ What co-ops actually are (it’s not just food stores) ✅ Why Black, Brown & immigrant communities have always done mutual ownership ✅ The 5 co-op types: worker, consumer, housing,…
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 25: Asking questions for thoughtful connection
No matter how long a friendship or relationship has existed, there is always the capacity to strengthen your connection and understand one another at a deeper level. Through fun and reflection, join hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini as they discuss ways in which we can strengthen our existing relationships through thoughtful connection.
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Read MoreDownright Upright Show – Ep. 129: Oby Ballinger, founding organizer of Prism
Philip Anthony is joined by Oby Ballinger, the founding organizer of “Prism Organizing Network” in January of 2025. Prism is a statewide networking organization committed to building power for LGBTQ+ equality by organizing people and resources across Minnesota. Bringing together faith communities, allies, and advocates from diverse traditions, Prism works to advance a shared vision…
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Read MoreDo Different Better – Ep. 58: Stocks, Options, and Breaking Free: Wealth on Your Terms
This week on the Do.Different.Better Show, we’re breaking down investing like never before—with none other than Fadi Habib, founder of Legacy Wealth Builder Academy. A former exec at BlackBerry and Sun Life turned wealth coach and educator, Fadi’s here to make options investing make sense—especially for professionals of color, immigrants, and first-gen wealth builders who’ve…
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Read MoreEpisode 52 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch
Bruce outlines the 26th Amendment as we near the end of his explanation of the Constitution, then dives deeper into Zohran Mamdani’s win in NYC, and finishes up with the ugly bill passing through Congress.
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Read MoreTwin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 76: Pride Weekend Recap
This week Andi and Rina recap Twin Cities Pride 2025! They talk about community award winners, family fun day and everything that went down at the festival and parade. Plus what else is ahead in 2025.
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 24: Mental Health Through the Decades
Perceptions, values, and beliefs around mental health have changed through the decades. Influencing factors and societal responses have shifted intensely! Join Becky McNattin and Tara Martini, as they host guests Amy Gold and Danielle Sorenson, to engage in meaningful dialogue about generational differences in supporting emotional struggle and overall mental wellness.
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Read MoreQueer Spirit Radio – July 2025
Listen to Queer Spirit Radio the first Saturday of every month at 2:30 as part of the Gaily Show!
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Read MoreThe Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 31: Encore of Meta’s Misinformation, Leigh Finke’s Trans Refuge Policy, and Chris Hayes’ Allyship
This is an encore of episode 6 from January 11, 2025: The Big Story this week is Meta’s decision to discontinue fact checking and how, inevitably, that will result in more transphobic postings and the risk of cascading marginalization of transgender and gender expansive people. The Big Interview is with Leigh Finke, the first out…
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Read MoreDrink in the Style Live! Episode 9
This month on Drink in the Style – we’re hitting the road! On June 21 we had a live broadcast from Else Warehouse in the North Loop. In the second episode we recorded, hosts Gregory Rich and Bethany Wrede Peterson welcome Jean Bardot, an internationally acclaimed dominatrix who explores domination as an art form. It’s…
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Ghosts of the American Revolution 7.02.25
Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author Sam Baltrusis as we celebrate the 4th of July with talking about his book “Ghosts of the Revolution” and also other books he has written about regarding spirits and the period around the American Revolution. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – July 2, 2025
Host Robert Pilot is joined by Arvina Martin CEO of Emerge Wisconsin and Jalisa McKee!
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Read MoreJake Wittich, Managing Editor of Windy City Times, UPenn’s shocking capitulation, and Big Ugly Bill updates
Jake Wittich, Managing Editor of Windy City Times, is back to talk about how Trans Up Front is changing Illinois and how Greg Harris was honored decades of LGBTQ+ advocacy. Plus, we talk about the Big Ugly Bill and UPenn’s humiliation.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Matt relflects on this particular Independence Day weekend; news roundup; Jeff Stein makes his weekly visit; local fireworks displays this week; the right-s obsessive pursuit of deportatiions; man deported before he could be convicted of drunk driving death he caused; some MN counties announce agreements with ICE; online threats against the governor; how federal budget…
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Read MoreJeff Stein with Matt – July 2, 2025
Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:35.
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – July 1, 2025
Robert Pilot and producer Jalisa McKee host today’s show. Guests include artist Tony Drews and a sacred animals segment from Wendy Pilot.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – July 1, 2025
Trump’s musing about reopening Alcatraz; big ugly bill passes Senate; new Minnesota laws; Patrick Coolican’s Tuesday interview; cabin culture; a plea from Matt to congressional conservatives.
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Read MorePatrick Coolcan with Brett – July 1 2025
Patrick Coolican is Editor-in-Chief of the Minnesota Reformer. He joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.
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Read MoreBig Ugly Bill for queer folks, Supreme Courts gearing up to attack LGBTQ kids again
We take a look at the big ugly bills impacts on the LGBTQ community. Plus the Supreme Court is already gearing up to attack LGBTQ kids again when they come back from summer break.
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Read MoreDrink in the Style Live! Episode 8
This month on Drink in the Style – we’re hitting the road! On June 21 we had a live broadcast from Else Warehouse in the North Loop. In the first episode we recorded, hosts Gregory Rich and Bethany Wrede Peterson welcome Diana Cardenas, a visual artist known for her bold figurative and geometric work. It’s…
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Read MoreRecharging the Human Battery – Ep. 42: Celebrity Health Routines
Dr. Stefano Sinicropi talks about the health routines of many A-list celebrities and how they might apply to everyday people.
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Read MoreEpisode 51 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch
Bruce talks about the 25th Amendment and dives into the Big Horrible Bill on this week’s show.
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Read MoreAll things Pride and we actually won one at the Supreme Court
Twin Cities Pride, the Hungary Pride March, and Pride Fest in Marquette, Michigan. Plus, we actually one a case at the Supreme Court last Friday. We break down how.
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – June 30, 2025
Joining host Robert Pilot today: Dr. Antony Stately of NACC and producer Jalisa McKee
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 30, 2025
Matt is back from vacation; JB Pritzker, the NYC mayoral race, and moderate Democrats; federal budget discussions ongoing; $100B in tariffs and duties collected; Pride weekend recap; Deephaven man arrested for threats; prepper background of assassin; Gov. Walz’s visit to Bemidji.
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Read MoreRobert Pilot with Matt – June 30, 2025
Robert Pilot is the host of Native Roots Radio, every weeknight at 5 on AM950.
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 23: Mom Shaming
In our latest episode, we continue our conversation on motherhood and explore the concept of “mom shaming.” Through research findings, personal reflection, and therapeutic strategies, hosts Tara Martini and Becky McNattin will look at what it is, why it exists, and what we can do to replace the shaming with supporting.
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 6.27.25
It’s Casual Friday as we ease into the weekend we take a look at Paranormal News freshly ripped from the Internet, Listener Question & Feedback, Feedback from the Question of the Week. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Watch Live: www.facebook.com/MNGhostBox www.facebook.com/AM950Radio www.facebook.com/ParaFriendsEvents/ www.facebook.com/gethauntedusa www.facebook.com/PUNMedia1 Website: www.ghostboxradio.com Twitter: @mnghostbox #GhostBoxRadio #AM950 #GregBakun #ParanormalRadio #ParanormalPodcast #TalkRadio…
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Read MoreRedefining Recovery Ep. 62: Live at Twin Cities Pride
Connections Radio – Live Pride Special – June 28, 2025
Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo visit with playwright and Walking Shadow Theatre Company’s artistic director, John Heimbuch—broadcasting live from the Twin Cities Pride Festival in Minneapolis’s Loring Park. We discuss their recent debut of “Mae West and the Trial of Sex,” how it relates to recent modern social trials, plus upcoming Walking Shadow productions. –…
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Live Pride Special – June 28, 2025
Native Roots Radio LIVE from Twin Cities Pride 2025!
The Gaily Show – 2 Hour Pride Special – June 28, 2025
The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 30: Live at Twin Cities Pride
It’s a live show from Pride 2025 at Loring Park in Minneapolis! I share about how it was Pride 2008 when I first went out in public as my true self, as Ellie. I visited a bar named Pi (now long closed) where the doorway person said, “Welcome, we’re happy that you’re here.” It made…
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Read MoreAbigail James Dillon of MELSA; Ellen Miller and Scott Duff of WCPT
John is joined by Abigail James Dillon of MELSA; Scott Duff and Ellen Miller of WCPT 820 in Chicago join to preview Chicago’s Pride Parade plus other conversation.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 27 2025
Bruce Klopfleisch fills in for Matt today. Ellie Krug joins Bruce to discuss today’s Supreme Court decision about Tennessee’s ban on trans youth care; Pema Levy of Mother Jones joins the show; gun study shows gun-permissive states with excess youth deaths; Bruce answers listener questions; Trump administration sues Minnesota over undocumented immigrants paying lower tuition;…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – June 26, 2025
Joining Robert Pilot: Robert Lilligren of NACDI and Ruth Anna Buffalo of MIWRC!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 26, 2025
Bruce Klopfleisch fills in for Matt. Media Matters Senior Rapid Response Writer John Knefel joins Bruce; NYC mayoral race; ICE budget is running out as they pursue non-crimimal offenders; Chris Rubesch of the Minnesota Nurses’ Association; big horrific bill.
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Read MoreThinking Clearly Thinking Queely with Cathy Renna
John is joined by Cathy Renna, Director of Communications for the National LGBT Task Force. Plus, John continues Queer in the Cosmos.
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – June 25, 2025
Joining Robert Pilot: Arvina Martin, Bob Blake, and Jalisa McKee
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 25, 2025
Ellie Krug fills in for Matt today. Ellie’s Big Interview with Prof. Jesse Rhodes of UMass; discussing the NYC mayoral race upset; Generation Z has never known this America; political violence and safety.
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Read MoreChristopher Kane of the Chicago Blade and upcoming Supreme Court decisions
Christopher Kane of the Washington Blade returns to discuss national stories with the Supreme Court, North Carolina politics, and Representative Robert Garcia, plus John and Jim on the dread of upcoming Supreme Court decisions
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – June 24 2025
Joining host Robert Pilot today are Jace Roe and Wendy Pilot. Don’t’ miss Jace live from Pride with Native Roots Radio this Saturday at 1!
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Read MoreTammye Nash returns, plus Rep. Sarah McBride’s comments and religion in schools
Tammye Nash from the Dallas Voice returns in the second half of the show today, while John and Jim also discuss reliigon in schools and touch on Rep. McBride’s comment that maybe LGBY supporters overplayed their hand.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 24, 2025
Joining guest host Brett today were: Courtney Nagle of Media Matters Immigration attorney Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – The Secret War Between Aliens, Shadow People & Us w/ Heidi Hollis 6.23.25
Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author Heidi Hollis as we discuss The Secret War: Between Aliens, Shadow People & Us. This is going to be a lively conversation that is not to be missed! E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me on Patreon for as…
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Read MoreLGBTQ media survey, plus facts won’t change minds about LGBTQ people, search warrants unsealed in case against Boelter, LGBTQ foreign policy, and Twin Cities Pride
Our first annual LGBTQ media survey is open. It aims to discover where folks get LGBTQ news, perceptions of how media covers LGBTQ community, utilization of LGBTQ media, preferred content, & the role of radio/podcasts. Take the survey here: https://tinyurl.com/LGBTQMEDIASURVEY. It’s time to acknowledge that facts don’t and won’t change people’s minds when it comes…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 24, 2025
Greg Bakun fills in for Matt on this Monday Greg talks about the events of the weekend from the current administration Greg has on an Animation historian and ME TV Cartoons Refined Devine Psychic Medium Deb joins Greg for hour 2 talking about grounding and one question readings
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – June 23, 2025
Joining Robert Pilot and Jalisa Pilot: Joining Robert Pilot and Jalisa McKee: Arnold Dahl (he/him) Two Spirit advocacy (.com) Twin Cities Pride BIPOC Leader of the Year.
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Read MoreDo Different Better – Ep. 57: How to Save Your First $100K (Even on a Modest Income)
Saving your first $100,000 is hard—but it’s not impossible. This week on the Do.Different.Better Show, Elaine Rasmussen sits down with Paul Craan, founder of Peachtree Training Services, who’s helped professionals from all walks of life break free from paycheck-to-paycheck living and step into financial freedom. In this episode: Why the first $100K is the hardest—and…
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Read MoreEpisode 50 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch
This week Bruce highlights the 24th amendment, which abolished and forbids the federal and state governments from imposing taxes on voters during federal elections. Plus this week in Republican fascism and how the Senate version of the big horrible bill is even worse than the House version.
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Read MoreFood Freedom Radio – June 21, 2025
This week’s episode is all about Nikkolette’s Macarons! Learn more at: https://www.nikkolettesmacarons.com/
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Read MoreBoldly Challenging Ableism – Ep. 5: Matt McClean on Living as a Disabled Transgender Man
Katrina is joined by Matt McClean who talks about identity and the intersectionality of living as a disabled transgender man. We talk a little bit about the fears that trans people must contend with during these difficult times.
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 22: Maternal Mental Health
Motherhood is a beautiful gift that also brings a host of changes in one’s life from sleep patterns and relationships to an impact on the mother’s mental health. Join hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini as well as guest, Macey Christian, as she shares her experience walking alongside women as they navigate motherhood and supporting…
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Read MoreDownright Upright Show – Ep. 127: Minnesota State Senator Mary Kunesh
Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 75: Previewing Pride 2025 Weekend!
This week Andi and Rina discuss all things 2025 Twin Cities Pride weekend! You’ll learn about all things from transportation to parking, the Stronger Together Parade and even this year’s new bull ride! Tune in and learn more about this year’s festival.
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Read MoreRecharging the Human Battery – Ep. 41: Concussion Lessons
This week Mandi Dickey talks about what she’s learned over the years recovering from concussions and how you can manage symptoms should you or someone you know sustain one.
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Read MoreRedefining Recovery Ep. 61 – Cellie Dudley of RAD Duluth Part 2
Host Caddy Frink is joined by Program Director Cellie Dudley of Recovery Alliance Duluth for her second appearance on the show!
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Read MoreThe Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 29: SCOTUS, Trans Rights, and the Fallout of Skrmetti
We spend most of the show talking about US v. Skrmetti, in which the US Supreme Court ruled in favor of Tennessee’s ban on gender affirming care (GAC) for transgender minors and youth under 18. This was a horrible decision for my community, and we have Terri Nelson, the Legal Director for the MN ACLU,…
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Read MoreLiving Healthy and Aging Well – June 17, 2025
Tyler Leonard, President and caregiver of SeniorAsset, joins host Ken Haglind on the “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to discuss how companion care services can help improve seniors’ quality of life and give peace of mind to their loved ones. After a head injury forced a career change, Tyler founded his business in…
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Read MoreThe Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 28: Fear, Clinics, and the Fight for Trans Health
The Big Story is about the Los Angeles Children’s Hospital deciding to shutter gender affirming care services for youth and younger adults, all because its CEO has become fearful of threats by the Trump administration; this most certainly will chill other s Blue state clinics that provide similar care. Ugh! The Big Interview is with…
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Read MoreDownright Upright Show – Ep. 126: Anne Sutkowi-Hemstreet
This week Philip is joined by Anne Sutkowi-Hemstreet, founder and executive director of Rainbow Collective for Change.
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Read MoreEpisode 49 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch
This week host Bruce Klopfleisch explains the 23rd Amendment, then dives into what is going on with the fascist Republican takeover of Los Angeles.
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 21: Friendship: When to embrace and when to let it go
Join hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini, as we explore a very universal concept: friendship. We explore the connection between friendship and our mental health, as well as when to foster those relationships and when it is time to let them go. If you want to explore your own friendships in your life , tune…
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Read MoreFood Freedom Radio – June 14, 2025
Boldly Challenging Ableism – Ep. 4: Brian Begin on Fair Wages for Workers with Disabilities
Host Katrina Simons is joined by Brian Begin for a conversation about Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act—a provision that allows employers to pay subminimum wages to workers with disabilities under specific federal certification. Brian breaks down how this law impacts workers today and shares insight into the growing movement to ensure people…
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Read MoreRecharging the Human Battery – Ep. 40: The H’s of Concussions
Continuing our series on the ABC’s of concussions, Mandi Dickey talks about the “H’s” on today’s episode, which include headaches, hemorrhages of the brain, humor, hitting your wall and more!
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Read MoreRedefining Recovery Ep. 60 – Jay Orne and The Aliveness Project
This episode originally aired September 28, 2024: Jay Orne, from The Aliveness Project, share some of his personal recovery journey and speaks about the history of and the work being done at The Aliveness Project.
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Read MoreTwin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 74: Jillian Hiscock – A Bar of Their Own
This week Andi and Rina are joined by Jillian Hiscock, owner of a Bar of Their Own and TC Pride’s small business owner of the year. We’ll talk about Jillian’s inspiration behind her women’s sports centered bar, how she made it happen and why you should check it out!
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Read MoreTheatre, Film, and TV reviews galore
John and Gaily Show Executive Producer Jim Pounds have reviews galore for your weekend! Theatrical productions: Mae West and The Trial of Sex at Crane Theatre and Significant Other at Lyric Arts. Films: The Lost Boys and The Summer of Carmen. Television: Everything I Like and with HBO’s Gilded Age returning this month, we look…
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Read MoreBuilding community in Pride season with Queermunity
Hilary Otey, co-founder of Queermunity in Minneapolis, discusses how Queermunity programmed feels like an answer to the question of how to create Pride programming for marginalized folks within mainstream Pride celebrations. View all of their events for Pride season here: https://www.queermunitymn.com/events
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Read MoreThe Gaily Show Live from Golden Valley Pride!
Jim Pounds hosts this special edition of the Gaily Show live from Golden Valley Pride!
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Read MoreDownright Upright Show – Ep. 125: Live from Golden Valley Pride!
Philip Anthony is joined by Austin and Matt live from Golden Valley Pride!
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Read MoreEpisode 48 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch
This week Bruce details the 22nd Amendment, warns us how the Big Beautiful Bill is another attempt to gut the ACA/”Obamacare”, and continues his feature “This Week in Republican Fascism.”
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Read MoreBoldly Challenging Ableism – Ep. 3: Inclusive Learning Beyond High School w/ Mary Hauff & Dupree Edwards
Mary Hauff, Director, Minnesota Inclusive Higher Education Consortium, Institute on Community Integration, and Dupree Edwards, Lead State Advisor on Systems Change, Institute on Community Integration. Minnesota Inclusive Higher Education Consortium director Mary Hauff and Lead State Advisor on Systems Change Dupree Edwards talk about the Minnesota Inclusive Higher Education Consortium and the importance of being…
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Read MoreDo Different Better – Ep. 56: From Hustle to Exit: The Real Boss Moves on Taxes, Exits and Freedom
On this premiere episode of the Do.Different.Better Show, I’m sitting down with Peter Culver, co-founder of Freedom Family Office, to unpack the game-changing strategies that help entrepreneurs get free—financially and generationally. Peter breaks down: ✅ What “rich beyond money” really means ✅ How to plan your business exit—even if you’re just starting ✅ The truth…
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 20: Playfulness, humor, and mental health
So often we associate playfulness with childhood. We think of spontaneity, silliness, and imaginative wonder as concepts not aligning with adulthood. But why do we do this? And what is the mental health impact of a life without goofiness, laughter, and playful energy? Join hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini as they ponder the gift…
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Read MoreTwin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 73: Pride Sponsorship Dilemma
This week Andi and Rina discuss the sponsorship dilemma many Pride festivals are experiencing, including Twin Cities Pride. Some of TC Pride’s sponsors aren’t returning this year, whether it was by their choice or TC Pride’s. It’s a complex situation that’s not all bad news. Andi and Rina will tell you why!
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Read MoreRedefining Recovery Ep. 59 – Kimberlee Lawson. Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Caddy is joined today by Kimberlee Lawson, a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist at Minnesota Recovery Connection.
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Read MoreFood Freedom Radio – June 7, 2025
In this episode, we explore the ideas of Otto Scharmer, author of Presencing and founder of the Presencing Institute. Scharmer grew up on a regenerative farm, where he first learned that soil is alive—a lesson that shaped his understanding of how humans interact with the world around them. He now applies that same insight to…
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Read MoreQueer Spirit Radio – June 2025
Listen to Queer Spirit Radio the first Saturday of every month at 2:30 as part of the Gaily Show!
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Read MoreThe Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 27: Encore of Bans, Anti-LGBTQ Bias & Becoming Vanessa
This is an encore of episode 10 from February 8, 2025: We begin with Trump signing two more executive orders this week. One banned trans girls/young women from participating in women’s sports across the country (and the NCAA immediately agreed to ban trans athletes). The second EO creates a “Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias”…
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Read MoreThe Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 26: Trans Athletes, California Backtracks, Henry Fiximer
This week’s Big Story is about how the California Interscholastic Federation has buckled to anti-trans athlete pressure by announcing that any cisgender female athlete who loses to a transgender female athlete will be automatically deemed to have made the cut/placed for purposes of qualifying for a competition. Given how California leads the nation in so…
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