The Matt McNeil Show – June 2, 2025

Doctor Who season finale; Joni Ernst sucks; crypto scam and market warning signs; Trump imposes more steel tariffs; issues with local gun violence; measles-infected child went to Mall of America; Matt discusses the challenges of raising kids in modern life; open enrollment changing school demographics; Star Tribune offering staff buyouts.

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Another “Is It Left-Wing Extremism?” segment, plus Shout Sister Shout at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres

Another segment of “Is It Left-Wing Extremism?” looking at amnesty for undocumented immigrants. Speaking of, MN is trying to take away health insurance for tens of thousands of undocumented immigrants just months after enrolling them. Plus, Lori Dokken’s upcoming Fireside Theatre concert event at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres: SHOUT SISTER SHOUT is June 8! Lori joins…

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Connections Radio Show – May 31, 2025

Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo visit with singer-songwriter and performer, Cassandra Cole. Crafting her own blend of Midwestern alternative soul, her debut 2022 album was “Steps.” In April that year as we visited Rock the Cause Record’s CEO, Scott Herold, “Connections Radio” featured a song from that album, “Upside Down.” For this broadcast, we’ll explore with her yet…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 30, 2025

On today’s show: – Elon Musk’s White House sendoff amid the New York Times report about his heavy drug use. – TACO getting under Trump’s skin. – Greg Bakun of GhostBox Radio reports live from Des Moines Con! – GOP town halls that don’t go well. – Never trust Minnesota Republicans on transportation issues, especially…

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Matt McNeil with Trish Sullivan Vanni (5/30/25)

Matt was joined by the Rev. Trish Sullivan Vanni, PhD, who is a presbyter of the ECC and the Pastoral Director of Charis, the first Ecumenical Catholic Community in Minnesota. She’ll be making periodic appearances on Matt’s show as a spiritual advisor.

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Queers in History Returns, plus reviews of Pee-Wee as Himself, Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story, Hacks, and Buffy updates

History is being made again, as Keith Stern’s newest book “Queers in History Returns” is the follow-up to his original groundbreaking and perennial bestseller Queers in History, originally published in 1993 on CD-ROM. The current update covers more than 5000 years of history and it just dropped May 27. reviews for you: Pee-Wee as Himself…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 29, 2025

President John Tyler’s grandson dies; will AI eradicate us; HHS report released with a lot of false information; Trump tariffs blocked by court last night; Wolves disaster; northern MN city councilor charged in property damage; how close are we to a budget deal?; SNAP assistance under grave threat; teenager dies in drunk driving accident.

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LGBTQ Elder Laws

In this week’s Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly, we dive into LGBTQ Elder Law. As MAGA is cutting Medicaid, and threatening to roll back gay marriage and cut Medicare and Social Security, what laws and documents (medical power of attorney, wills, etc.) do we need as queer folks to protect us? We’ll be joined by David…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 28, 2025

Matt reflects on his youngest graduating high school; RFK Jr recommends removing vaccines from schedule; resident injured by police during Floyd protests dealt setback by Supreme Court; Jeff Stein’s weekly visit; Hennepin Fest preview with Claire Leslie-Johnson and Diane Miller; list of best hockey towns?; conflict over personal choices at a rental house; tourism takes…

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MELSA and Christopher Kane, White Correspondent for the Washington Blade

The Washington Blade’s White House Correspondent Christopher Kane returns to the Gaily Show to give us an inside look at what’s happening in DC. Plus, Abigail Dillon from the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA) will be here to talk about their upcoming booth at Pride, as well as their Pride month booklist: melsa.org Read Christopher…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 27, 2025

New Zealander dies in social media challenge; glut of new books about Biden; how Trump’s inability to help federal disaster areas worsens economic issues; foreign tourism continues to drop sharply; Supreme Court deadlocks on Oklahoma religious charter school; Republicans try to defang the courts from regulating Trump administration; sports roundup; boa constrictor hit by car…

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Be part of LGBTQ research, Rainbow-washing is over, violent attacks against LGBTQ community

As the federal government has slashed $800 million in federal research into the LGBTQ community, be part of state-based and nonprofit LGBTQ research. In Minnesota, you can participate in the first-ever statewide LGBTQ Community Needs Assessment. Nationwide, you can participate in the Trevor Project’s National Survey of LGBTQ youth and young adults.  If you’re 13-24,…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 71: June Events with TC Pride

This week Andi and Rina visit with TC Pride’s director of programming, Kelsey Alto. June is fast approching, and TC Pride has lots of events planned, from Cheers to Pride, Family Fun Day, Youth Night and so much more! Tune in for all the details!

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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 123: Mike Rathbun of the Kindness Matters podcast

Listen in for Philip’s interview with the host of the Kindness Matters podcast, Mike Rathbun! On this episode Mike and Philip discuss the one superpower that each of us possesses; the power to be kind. We each have it and when we use it, we can positively impact another person’s life.

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 18: When words don’t cut it- dance movement therapy 

Sometimes processing life’s experiences requires more than words. Have you ever felt an emotion that you simply could not explain verbally? For the times when words are not enough, we can look to movement and dance for effective mental wellness. In this episode, join hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini, along with guest Emily Higgins,…

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Episode 46 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch

This week we cover the 20th amendment to the constitution, which primarily addresses the timing of presidential and congressional terms, as well as the succession process in cases where a president-elect or vice president-elect dies or is incapacitated. Plus why the “big, beautiful” bill will hurt lots of Americans.

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 22, 2025

On today’s show: – Matt’s very positive review of the new movie, Thunderbolts. – How the “big, beautiful” bill will screw over all except the ultra rich. – Dr. Joe Eastman joins for the second half of hour 1. – Allina Health is being sued for allegedly removing the wrong organ of a patient. –…

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Matt McNeil with Dr. Joe Eastman (5/22/25)

Dr. Joe Eastman is an expert disease modeler who frequently gives updates on COVID, flu, and other illnesses. Today he and Matt talk about a measles outbreak from a Shakira concert, new COVID mutations, COVID booster shots, whether Avian flu will transmit to humans and more.

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Reimagining queer versions of classic books

It’s our weekly episode of Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly. We meet author Rey Terciero whose new book Dan of Green Gables drops June 3. It is a queer reimagining of Anne of Green Gables. We talk about queering the classics as Rey has also done with Little Women and Northanger Abbey. Pre-order Dan of Green…

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GhostBox Radio – One Question Readings with Refined Divine 5.21.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, it’s One Question Reading Night as Refined Divine joins us to help people get clarity on questions they have on life, love life, money, etc. 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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The Matt McNeil Show – May 21, 2025

On today’s show: – Reflecting on the 5 year anniversary of the police murder of George Floyd. – The DOJ moves to scrap consent decrees requiring police reforms in Minneapolis and other cities. – Jeff Stein’s weekly Wednesday visit. – The Guardian reports that UnitedHealth secretly paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers – MN’s…

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 24: Trans Service Members Blocked

This week’s Big Story is about last week’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling that dissolves a federal court injunction that barred the Defense Department from dismissing thousands of transgender service members. Even though the Supreme Court didn’t fully adjudicate the issue (an appeal for the district court’s ruling will continue), the Court’s ruling effectively gives the…

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GhostBox Radio – Glamour Ghoul: The Passions and Pain of the Real Vampira w/ Sandra Niemi 5.20.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with author Sandra Niemi as we talk about her niece Maira Nurmi. Maria is better known as Vampira who originally hosted a show on KABC in the 1950s introducing horror films and starred in Ed Wood’s “Plan 9 from Outer Space”. The book is called “Glamour…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 20, 2025

On today’s show: – Elon Musk announces he’s stepping away from political spending. – How contractors are already losing a large chunk of their workforce due to ICE. – 16 Democratic Senators vote for a GOP backed crypto regulatory bill that likely enriches Trump. – Corey Booker votes for Jared Kushner’s father as ambassador to…

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (5/20/25)

It’s Brett’s weekly Tuesday visit with Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer. Here’s the stories they covered today: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/20/minnesota-legislative-session-ends-no-bang-barely-a-whimper/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/19/lawmakers-play-blame-game-as-session-comes-to-end-without-major-budget-bills/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/16/get-mad-about-minnesotacare-but-walz-and-dfl-legislative-leaders-are-not-the-real-culprits/

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Paris debuts new memorial to LGBTQ Holocaust victims and LGBTQ performers extend Eurovision winning streak

Heading across the pond today as Paris opens a new memorial dedicated to LGBTQ Holocaust victims. Plus, for the third year in a row, an LGBTQ performer has won Eurovision. Oh, and the Pope is still a Catholic when it comes to gay marriage.

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LGBTQ workplace protections banned, Texas votes to repeal sodomy law, Florida’s drag ban is banned, plus a review of Overcompensating 

Shocker: Texas House votes to repeal sodomy law. Appeals court bans Florida’s drag ban. Far-right MAGA judge strikes down workplace protections for transgender workers. Plus, Overcompensating debuts on Prime Video.

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 19, 2025

On today’s show: – Thoughts on President Joe Biden’s cancer diagnosis and reaction from the media. – How the GOP’s “Big Beautiful Bill” will make college more expensive. – Why we shouldn’t celebrate the cancer diagnosis or death of politician, even if we don’t like their politics. – Signs that the economy is teetering. –…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 70: Twin Cities Pride Artist in Residence Program

This week we highlight the Twin Cities Pride Artist in Residence program. Now in its third year, the program has been expanding in lots of ways! Learn all about it in this episode!

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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 122: Teacher, Journalist and Composer Troy Strand

This week Philip Anthony is joined by Troy Strand! Troy is a Twin Cities based education leader and LGBTQ advocate! On this episode we discuss the challenges that educators face in our current environment.

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 17: Children and Grief

The statistics on children’s grief are staggering. One in twelve children in the United States will experience the death of a parent or sibling by age 18. So what does this mean for responding to the unique needs of kids who are processing grief and loss? Join hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini, as they…

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Boldly Challenging Ableism – S1 E1: Lobbying for Fair Systems w/ Jillian Nelson

Jillian Nelson, Policy Director, Autism Society of Minnesota. Lobbyist Jillian Nelson talks to us about her life working at the legislative level for the Autism Society of MN. She also shares what it’s like living with multiple disabilities. Nick Wilke from MCIL joins us as guest co-host.

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – May 17, 2025

Simone Hogan, Senior Director of Veterans Healthcare at the Minnesota Department of Veteran Affairs (MDVA), and Steve McCarthy, Assistant Communication Director at the MDVA, join host Ken Haglind to speak on the benefits of connecting Veterans with the VA. The MDVA provides community support, health benefits, and other specialized services to the honored Vets that…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 16, 2025

On today’s show: – The difficulty of moving manufacturing back to the US. – Republicans attack James Comey for allegedly making a “threat” to Donald Trump. Despite the many right wing threats on Joe Biden’s life. – Rural Republicans and their victim complex. – NBC News reports a Georgia mother says that she is being…

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Disco Witches of Fire Island and A Sharp Endless Need

It’s new novel Friday! Blair Fell’s newest novel Disco Witches of Fire Island just came out on May 6. If you like spicy queer romances with a dash of fantasy, this is for you! And Mac Crane’s A Sharp Endless Need came out two days ago! It’s serving sapphic high-school women’s basketball romance. Connect with…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – May 15, 2025

Robert Pilot and Haley Cherry welcome back “This is Indian Country” host and producer Ruth-Ann Thorn! Watch the docuseries now on FNX (First Nations Experience) and take a journey through the heart and soul of Turtle Island’s indigenous communities.

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 15, 2025

On today’s show: – Omaha flips the Mayor’s office from Republican to Democrat. – Why Republican attacks on transgender people might be losing their effectiveness. – The SCOTUS hears cases challenging birthright citizenship and the power of district judges. – How America’s tourism industry has been decimated by Trump’s policies. – Matt revisits his thoughts…

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Care Activism

It’s our weekly Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly episode. My guest is TanyaMarck Oviedo who is the co-host of the Queer Spirit podcast. We’re going to talk about care (self-care, community care, and more) as activism. Listen to the podcast: https://queerhealingjourneys.com/podcast/ Explore the community: https://queerspirit.mn.co

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GhostBox Radio – Paranormal Chat #JustGreg 5.14.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, it’s a #JustGreg episode where we have a paranormal chat about all things paranormal and whatever else is on your mind. 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…

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – May 14, 2025

In this month’s Minneapolis AIR (American Indian Relations) episode, host Christine McDonald welcomes Dani Minichino, Katherine Payne, Cleapatra Young and Laura Carroll. Learn about when and how to call 311 for non-police emergency response and learn about your rights as a renter in Minneapolis!

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GhostBox Radio – Higher Conscious Connection to Alien w/ Char Savoie 5.13.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Psychic Medium Char Savoie as we discuss the Higher Consciousness of Alien and what abilities can we use to communicate with them? 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…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 13, 2025

On today’s show: – Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe Jackson are no longer banned by MLB. – A Florida Panthers NHL team owner gets in a social media spat with a random Canadian fan. – How our air traffic controller system is a mess since Trump II. – Mary Jo Pehl from MST3K and RiffTrax…

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (5/13/25)

Brett was joined by editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer (https://minnesotareformer.com/). Here’s the stories they talked about today: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/12/minnesota-child-care-advocates-rally-federal-child-care-cuts/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/09/trumps-tariffs-weigh-heavy-on-truckers-as-overseas-shipments-sink/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/08/walz-goes-to-harvard-and-proves-his-point-10-problematic/

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Matt McNeil with Mary Jo Pehl (5/13/25)

Matt was joined by Mary Jo Pehl from MST3K and RiffTrax. They talk about doing comedy during Trump II, the mechanics of stand up comedy, political news and more. Also catch Mary and other MST3K alums for a standup show on Thursday May 15 at the Parkway Theater in Minneapolis. Get tickets at: https://theparkwaytheater.com/all-events/rifftrax-comedy 

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What to make of Pope Leo, LGBTQ candidate announces run for for Illinois’ 8th, a literal book burning in Ohio

We took a look at Pope Leo XIV. What do we make of him from LGBTQ perspective? An LGBTQ candidate has announced a run for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District. And there was a literal book burning in Ohio when a guy checked out 100 books and burned them. They were of course LGBTQ, Jewish, and…

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GhostBox Radio – Celebrating Paranormal Day w/ Debbie Romero & Jeremy York 5.12.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg celebrates National Paranormal Day which actually was Saturday May 3rd  but can still be celebrated today! We will have a round table paranormal discussion with Psychic Medium Debbie Romero and Jeremy York. We will be talking about all sorts of Paranormal subjects. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 12, 2025

On today’s show: – Trump tries taking credit for “solving” the tariff crisis with China that he started. – Why did Trump cave on tariffs with China? – Why NASCAR is struggling after embracing MAGA. – The Qatar jet controversy is worse than you think. – Problems with youth sports in America. – We’re joined…

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Matt McNeil with Katrina Simons (5/12/25)

Matt was joined by Katrina Simons, host of our newest show, Boldly Challenging Ableism (Sundays  at 2 PM). Boldly Challenging Ableism exposes ableism and dismantles myths that marginalize people with disabilities. The show debuts this Sunday at 2 PM. Find podcasts and more info at: https://www.am950radio.com/events/boldly-challenging-ableism/

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Brazil’s gender-neutral IDs, July 7 deadline for trans service members, UK Supreme Court Chaos

Brazil’s superior court of justice paves the way for gender neutral IDs in a unanimous decision. Pete Hegseth has given trans service members a July 7 deadline to quit. The UK Supreme Court has unleashed chaos with its ruling on gender. Here’s the story of a trans man who asked 60 gyms if he could…

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Living Healthy And Aging Well – May 10, 2025

Kate Blessing, Director of Community Relations at Martin Luther Campus, joins Ken Haglind to talk about Martin Luther Campus’ mission and services that enhance senior living. Martin Luther Campus is managed by Ebenezer Management Services, the largest senior living management company in Minnesota. As part of Fairview Health Services, Ebenezer is driven to heal, discover,…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 5.9.25

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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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – May 8, 2025

Robert and Haley welcome back Dr. Antony Stately to follow up on the conversation around Creator’s Game and how it links to overall increased health. Plus, Nashke Games Founder and CEO Tony Drews joins to talk about how they are helping revitalize Ojibwe culture!

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 8, 2025

New Pope has been chosen; botched execution in South Carolina; Trump announces trade deal with the UK; Minnesota maintains high ranking of best states to live in; racist Rochester woman; man pleads guilty in Park Tavern crash; St. Paul waters down rent control; Marshall trailer park woes.

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Queer Spirit and Care Chats

On this week’s Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly episode, Nick Venegoni started the Queer Spirit podcast in 2018. Fast forward seven years, and there is a whole community built around the show, a care-centered space for queer folks, brand new Care Chats mini podcast, and 10 new interns through UCLA’s Behavioral Health Support Specialist Certification program…

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GhostBox Radio – The Alien Perspective with Director Dean Alioto 5.7.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Director Dean Alioto about his new film The Alien Perspective! This should be a fantastic conversation! 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 #AMRadio #Paranormal #DeanAlioto #TheAlienPerspective #Film

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 7, 2025

On today’s show: – How moderate Democrats are like stray cats. – Republicans (finally) are stopped from stealing a North Carolina State Supreme Court case. – People losing lots of money on Melania and Donald Trump’s crypto coin. – Jeff Stein’s weekly visit. – MN Republicans have a new finance chair who apparently moonlights as…

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Matt McNeil with Bill Corbett (5/7/25)

Matt was joined by MST3K alum Bill Corbett. They talk about moderate Democrats not fighting and Trump adminstration II. Also catch Bill and other MST3K alums for a standup shoon Thursday May 15 at the Parkway Theater in Minneapolis. Get tickets at: https://theparkwaytheater.com/all-events/rifftrax-comedy

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LGBTQ protections in Chicago Teacher Union Contract

Jake Wittich, Managing Editor for Windy City Times, is back with his reporting on the new Chicago Teachers Union Contract which includes a number of LGBTQ+ protections and the debut of The First Homosexuals at Wrightwood 659 in Lincoln Park (Chicago). Windy City Times has been the voice of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community since 1985. This…

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 6, 2025

Matt returns from his time off; why is it that the conveniences of modern life come at a finaniclal cost; Australian mushroom murder; Trump-Carney meeting; Patrick Coolican joins the show; Rochester woman raises massive amounts of money after using racial slur against child; St. Louis Park hoop lawsuit.

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Advocates crush all anti-LGBTQ bills in Florida, but Texas claims harming LGBTQ kids shouldn’t be considered parental neglect

Tammye Nash, Managing Editor for the Dallas Voice, returns to the show to share the Dallas Voice’s coverage of a dangerous new bill in Texas that would give parents permission to taunt and abuse their kids just for being LGBTQ. In Florida, advocates crushed every piece of Anti-LGBTQ legislation this year.

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The Matt McNeil Show – May 5, 2025

Nancy Nelson fills in for Matt today! Today she welcomes two guests: Richard Carlbom, new chair of the DFL. And Dr. Michael Osterholm, an  epidemiologist and director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota. Then we take calls on protecting endangered species, how American are viewed internationally after…

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 22: When Politics Trumps Science (Again)

It’s an Ellie’s Talking Head Show! The Big Story is about how Robert Kennedy Jr.’s HHS has issued a report on gender affirming care for transgender youth and—surprise—it claims that that crucial medical care is harming children! Other stories have transgender people participating in the funeral for Pope Francis and a brave man in Sylva…

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Angie Craig launches Senate Campaign, HHS slashes $477 million in LGBTQ research

Angie Craig, Minnesota’s first LGBTQ legislator, announces Senate run. Trump and MAGA have slashed $477 million in LGBTQ research. Maine wins its lawsuit against Trump freezing USDA funds over trans women in sports. John and Jim discuss how we need to give up the idea that Progressives and Democrats can go back to the way…

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Episode 43 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch

Continuing our journey through the constitution, we talk about prohibition and the 18th amendment. Then we discuss a federal case in Texas where a judge ruled against the Trump administration detaining a couple. Plus a warning about fascism in the United States.

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 15: The cost of confidence?  

How do you know you feel confident? And how much does it cost you- financially, mentally, physically, socially, and emotionally to obtain it? In this episode, host Becky McNattin, along with guests Amanda Sullivan and Robin Melville, explore the topic of confidence and the ways in which society markets to our emotional insecurities. We will…

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Do Different Better – Ep. 53: Bridging the Financial Aid Gap: Strategies for Families Facing Unexpected College Costs

Sudden changes in financial aid can leave families scrambling to cover unexpected college expenses. In this episode of Do.Different.Better, we explore practical strategies for parents and students to navigate and overcome these financial challenges. What You’ll Learn: • How to assess and understand changes in financial aid packages. • Effective communication with financial aid offices…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 68: Religion and LGBTQIA identity

This week we dive into one of the most complex conversations within the queer community: The intersection of religion and LGBTQIA identity. Andi and Rina are joined by long time Twin Cities Pride supporter and volunteer Michelle Gunderson, who believes there is room at the table for everyone.

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Redefining Recovery – Ep. 55: SUD and the Struggle for Care

Hosts Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp discuss healthcare fears and disparities when it comes to those who have SUD (substance use disorder). Plus Caddy shares a story about an individual with SUD and his father coming to Minnesota Recovery Connection looking for help.

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – May 3, 2025

Erin Hartung, Director of Legal Services at Cancer Legal Care, and Maddie Babel, Development Manager at Cancer Legal Care, join host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” to discuss Cancer Legal Care’s services and answer the question, “why would I need an attorney on my cancer treatment team?” In the United States, 1…

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