GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 2.14.25

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 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…

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 14, 2025

Ancient bodies unearthed in Egypt; Japanese woman arrested for food tampering; government agrees to buy Cybertrucks; today’s Trump chaos roundup; JD Vance’s bizarre comments in Europe; the growth of evil; man charged with stealing F. Scott Fitzgerald statue to sell for scrap; incident mars Wayzata vs. Hopkins basketball; state senate candidates; no charges in Winston…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – February 13, 2025

Robert and Haley welcome Willard Malebear Jr. who is the Founder of the nonprofit Art Shelf and Owner of Iktomi Tattoo in Minneapolis! Then, Ana Negrete, Interim Director of the MN State MMIR Office, returns for a chat about tomorrow’s event!

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Queer liberation under dictatorship and democracy

This week on Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly, let’s think about how queer liberation fought back against fascism, Soviet dictatorship, and, yes, western liberal democracies.  Dr. Samuel Clowes Huneke wrote the book on this and he joins us to talk about Germany’s gay liberation movements under Nazism, Soviet Dictatorship (East Germany) and Western Liberal Democracy (West…

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GhostBox Radio – One Night in Washington w/ Troy Taylor 2.12.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun for President Lincoln’s birthday, Greg talks with Author Troy Taylor about one of Greg’s favorite books called “One Night in Washington: The True Story of America’s Most Haunted President” not only about the assassination of President Lincoln but Lincoln’s fascination with the supernatural and how he used it…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – February 12, 2025

In this month’s episode of Minneapolis AIR (American Indian Relations), Guest Host and American Indian Community Specialist Christine McDonald welcomes Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt and Danielle Grant, President of Achieve Twin Cities! Meet the Hennepin County Sheriff and learn about paid summer internships for Minneapolis youth ages 14-21 through the Step Up program. Applications…

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 12, 2025

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominee; Russia has won control of the United States; first look at GOP national budget; Republicans try to open mining near the Grand Canyon; Anoka County correctional officer charged with inappropriate inmate contact; Minneapolis attorney under investigation for sneaking drugs into jail.

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Buffy is back!

The Department of Education is pulling its support for LGTBQ students. Oscar drama as the first trans actress nominated for an Oscar has been dropped by Netflix. And in the greatest entertainment news of 2025: Buffy the Vampire Slayer is coming back with Sarah Michelle Gellar returning as Buffy and Oscar winner Chloe Zhao directing.

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GhostBox Radio – Experiencing Possession w/ Psychic Medium Refined Divine 2.11.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Psychic Medium Refined Divine Deb but not doing one question readings tonight but talking about her experiences being possessed. Have you been possessed? How do you know if a spirit or something worse “jumps” into you? Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – February 11, 2025

Host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry welcome back Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center President and CEO Ruth Anna Buffalo. Plus, Arvina Martin, Executive Director of Emerge Wisconsin returns for a weekly chat!

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 11, 2025

How broken the Trump administration and GOP really are; Kanye West has a bad weekend; Trump aluminum tariffs; Fort Bragg name restored; Trumpists turn their derision on the Pope; Timberwolves ownership debate appears to be settled; F. Scott Fitzgerald statue stolen; UHG threatens retaliation against critics; White House press conference; Boundary Waters threatened again’ Minnesota…

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Occupy Democrats and Idaho hit with new book ban lawsuit

A new (and second lawsuit) against Idaho’s book ban law. Rochester Public Schools cited as the reason for Minneosota MAGA’s new bill that would ban “pornographic material” from school libraries. Despite the fact that no one except the Superintendent feels The Rainbow Parade had nudity in it. Writer and critic David Reddish joins us to…

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GhostBox Radio – Collecting Spirits: Life with Ghosts, Guardians & Guides w/ Renee Valois 2.10.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author Renee Valois about her new book, “Collecting Spirits: Life with Ghosts, Guardians & Guides” about paranormal activity and HER paranormal activity. 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…

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – February 10 2025

NACC’s Dr. Antony Stately returns with host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry. Then, hear a conversation on the upcoming “Healing in Four Directions Powwow” with Heather Maracle Fahey (M Health Fairview) and Pam Gokey (AIFC)!

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Matt McNeil February 10th

Super Bowl recap EGGS!!!!!! now $7.50 a dozen Trump and Gaza beach front property What we might have been missed on Sunday during the Super Bowl hype How the Vikes would have faired against the Eagles, and How the DL of the Vikes would not have touched KC QB The Guthrie on Saturday Today’s Republican…

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When do we know our gov’t agencies share our Progressive values?

John shares a personal story about having his driver’s license being temporarily revoked which raised a question for him: As progressives, who do we blame when government agencies don’t work right for us? How do we know when our agencies are aligned with “progressive” values? Plus, Lambda Legal is seeking queer folks who have been…

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – February 8, 2025

On this episode of Living Healthy and Aging Well, host Ken Haglind welcomes Mark Wilkening, Executive Director of Bridging, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering people to thrive in their homes by providing quality furniture and household goods for those pursuing housing stability. Through its dignified model of service, Bridging helps create safer, more comfortable…

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Connections Radio Show – February 8, 2025

Host Laurie Fitz with co-hosts Rick Bernardo and Mickaylee Shaughnessy visit with artists from Phoenix Theater’s coming 2/16–3/2 production, “Stolen Focus.” Guests include: Brenda Varda (Writer) • Mickaylee Shaughnessy (Actor/Co-host) • Mike Dee (Actor) • Sandi Flahn (Actor). Based on “Stolen Focus” by Johann Hari, the creative cast have devised an evening that brings the ‘circus’ of digital life into a story…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 2.7.25

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 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…

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 7, 2025

On today’s show: – Differences in crowds at the four major sports league’s games. – The FAA has been a mess since the Trump administration took over. – How cutting USAID hurts rural farmers. – A look at some of the clowns on Elon Musk’s Doge team. – North Dakota proposes a wildly unconstitutional law.…

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 6, 2025

Super Bowl spreads; USAID already having major impact on sale and distribution of American goods; Trump moves toward shutting down Department of Education; Minnesota House reconvenes after agreement reached; why GOP may have given in to accepting power sharing deal; no charges in North Branch fatal police shooting.

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Forgiveness. What does it mean during these times we’re in?

Louisa Hext is our guest to discuss “forgiveness” and what it can do to help release the pain from the past. We’ll discuss what forgiveness really means when the apologies aren’t coming and we need to find a way forward.

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Wisconsin State Supreme Court plus a feature on Rainbow Road

The fate of any hope for a  liberal comeback is on the line this April in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race. Plus, we sit down with the owner and the manager of Rainbow Road in Minneapolis – an LGBTQ owned business still thriving after 29 years.  

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GhostBox Radio – “Haunted Muskegon” and “Haunted Newaygo County” w/ Marie Cisneros 2.04.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with author Marie Cisneros and we talk about her two books “Haunted Muskegon” and “Haunted Newaygo County”. 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…

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 4, 2025

Prices of eggs continue to rise sharply with Waffle House surcharges; NFL caves to Trump as he announces Super Bowl attendance; Elon Musk’s illegal incursions into federal databases; Patrick Coolican joins the show; Matt has personal news; update on outstate housing battle.

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 3, 2025

Grammys recap; Trump imposes tariffs over the weekend; Ken Martin picked as new DNC head; Elon Musk trying to shut down government agencies; serious assault case in St. Paul; Richard Carlbom endorsed for MN DFL chair; Minnesota state senate reallocation proposal from the GOP; Wendy Knox of Open Eye Theatre joins the show to discuss…

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Project 2025 is happening fast and everywhere

It’s been two weeks since the inauguration, Project 2025 has been enacted at high-speed – especially against the LGBTQ community. The New York Times posts a nonsense poll denigrating the LGBTQ community. Plus, where are all the protests? Oh wait, they are happening. They’re not being covered.

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 9: Ryan Fouts, Suicide in the LGTBQ Community and Trump Executive Orders

We taped the show on January 31, which marked the 35th anniversary of when my father took his life, so the Big Interview is with Ryan Fouts, the executive director of Reclaim, a Twin Cities mental health nonprofit that serves LGBTQ+ youth. Ryan shares some grim statistics re: the attempted suicide/completed suicide rate for queer youth,…

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Living Healthy And Aging Well – February 1, 2025

Nancy O’Brien, Founder and CEO of Experience Happiness, based in Minneapolis, MN joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” to discuss the relationship between happiness and burnout. The surgeon general considers burnout the second pandemic and our youth and people caring for others, either professionally or personally, are at the greatest risk.…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday LIVE from Console Room 1.31.25

LIVE from CONsole Room – a Minnesota Doctor Who convention! 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…

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The Matt McNeil Show – January 31, 2025

On today’s show: – Surviving the next four years without feeling/being alone. – More thoughts on trump blaming disabled people for the DC plane crash. – Trump launches tariffs against our three biggest trading partners tomorrow. – Dr. Joe Eastman joins for the second half of hour 1. – Con-Sole room in the Twin Cities…

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Kyle Lukoff and Rep. Jamie Long

Author Kyle Lukoff’s new middle-grade novel A World Worth Saving arrives February 4th! We’ll tell you why you need to be buying it for the queer kiddos in your life. https://www.kylelukoff.com. Plus Rep. Jamie Long gives us updates on what’s happening at the State House of Representatives. And Jim and John have film reviews!

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Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly with Chris Tompkins

Author and therapist Chris Tompkins joins us to talk about his book Raising LGBTQ Allies. It is the first parenting book to focus on the prevention of homophobia, transphobia, and bullying before they begin. It encourages families to have open and authentic conversations in a practical, timely, and inclusive way. It also creates a dialogue…

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Cliff Schecter with Matt – January 30, 2025

Cliff Schecter is a bestselling author (The Real McCain), nationally syndicated columnist, co-founder/owner of We Act Radio–Washington DC’s independent progressive radio station–and founder/President of Libertas LLC, a progressive public relations/direct mail firm. As a political consultant, Schecter helped re-elect President Bill Clinton in 1996 and many others since.

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – January 29, 2025

In partnership with Little Moments Count, Indigenous Visioning and All Nations Rise CEO Barb Fabre returns to discuss how federal policies can affect early childhood education. Then, hear a similar conversation as Robert and Haley welcome back Dr. Antony Stately from Native American Community Clinic!  

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GhostBox Radio – Esoteric Herbs with Liz Johnson 1.29.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with the owner of Magus Books, Elizabeth Johnson, and we will talk about the power of esoteric herbs. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Other places to get past episodes: www.ghostboxradio.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2R9jPxsOzc0fsBN6m7O7Bx iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ghostbox-radio-with-greg-b-105712191/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ghostbox-radio-with-greg-bakun/id1534949354?mt=2&ls=1 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW05NTByYWRpby5jb20vY2F0ZWdvcnkvcG9kY2FzdHMvZ2hvc3QvZmVlZC8 Twitter: @mnghostbox #GhostBoxRadio #AM950 #GregBakun #ParanormalRadio #ParanormalPodcast #TalkRadio #AMRadio #Paranormal #ElizabethJohnson #MagusBooks #EsotericHerbs

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The Matt McNeil Show – January 29, 2025

On today’s show: – Matt’s nerdiness! – Chaos caused by Trump’s attempted federal funding freeze (and then backtracking) – RFK’s disastrous confirmation hearing. – Jeff Stein’s weekly visit – A high school basketball player at a Cooper/Fridley game was attacked by multiple assailants. – Updates on Trump’s immigration raids. – A Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate…

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Joseph Lezza and Christopher Kane

Author Joseph Lezza joins us to talk about his recent essays about job hunting, queer love, and Danish Architecture. https://www.josephlezza.com. Plus, the Washington Blade’s White House Correspondent Christopher Kane is back to unpack the news from D.C. https://www.washingtonblade.com/author/christopher-kane/

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GhostBox Radio – Paranormal & Stunts w/ Rick McCallum 1.28.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Hollywood Stuntman and Paranormal Investigator Rick McCallum. We have a lot to discuss tonight and you need to join in! Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.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…

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Is Bird Flu the Next Pandemic?

Original Air Date: January 19th There have been warnings about the potential for avian influenza to make a jump to humans. Dr. Michael Osterholm examines the threat. He is a renowned epidemiologist, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, and one of the nation’s leading voices…

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Native Roots Radio Presents – I’m Awake: January 28, 2025

Ruth Anna Buffalo from MIWRC returns with host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry. Plus, Rita Walaszek Arndt with Native American Initiatives at the Minnesota Historical Society is back to talk about updates on the “Our Home” exhibit and how to access genealogy resources!

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Concerns Persist About the Next Pandemic

Original Air Date: January 12th The number of hospitalizations and deaths due to Covid are down compared to previous years. Dr. Micahel Osterholm says the reduction isn’t enough for him to change his point of view about the next pandemic. Dr. Osterholm is a renowned epidemiologist, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and…

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Lessons from the Pandemic

Original Air Date: January 5th What lesson did we learn from the pandemic? Dr. Michael Osterholm, Regents Professor at the University of Minnesota and Director of The Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy gives a review with Freddie Bell. Freddie Bell’s new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

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The Matt McNeil Show – January 28, 2025

Matt is just in a daze at the failures of the left in trying to stop Trump; programs affected by Trump funding freeze;snowplow naming contest; Patrick Coolican makes his Tuesday appearance; court blocks Trump funding freeze; Target’s ejection from TC Pride.

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LGBTQ youth crisis calls sky rocket, plus Rochester Public Schools Superintendent Pekel

Crisis calls to the Trevor Project and Rainbow Youth Project increased exponentially during and after the inauguration. At a time when LGBTQ youth are actively moving to states with LGBTQ protections. Plus, Rochester Public Schools Superintendent Pekel joins us to discuss the decision to place the LGBTQ children’s picture book “The Rainbow Parade” on restriction…

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GhostBox Radio – Did We Learn Anything from Dr. Steve Greer with Anthony Sachez 1.27.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Anthony F. Sanchez about his opinion on what we heard so far from Dr. Steven Greer about Aliens and UAPs plus we talk with hum about what is new with his Ghost Hunter Apps (GHA). E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – January 27, 2025

Host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry welcome back Rayette Peltier with weekly updates from the American Indian Family Center! Plus, hear a conversation with Jonathon Okutè Maza, Director of Western Hemisphere Indigenous Network! See less

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The Matt McNeil Show – December 27, 2025

Bad parenting; AFC Championship game; daily grocery price update!; Trump’s further embrace of billionaires; rich lifestyles lead us to what makes up MAGA; ICE raids; state House updates; state Senate updates; Target booted from TC Pride; Minnesota settles with insulin manufacturer.

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“Nudity” in children’s books, plus the end of DEI as we know it?

Andrew Frisbie from North Liberty Library returns to The Gaily Show to discuss LGBTQ children’s picture books. What does it mean when a picture book is labeled as having “nudity” or “adult themes”? How is that determined? After that, you probably didn’t know that John used to serve as a Chief Diversity Officer in higher…

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Episode 106 with DJ Me with a P.A.T. from WFNU 94.1 Frogtown Community Radio

Philip Anthony is joined by DJ Me with a P.A.T. from WFNU 94.1 Frogtown Community Radio.  DJ Me with a P.A.T. is the host of The Mellow Morning Groove which airs every Tuesday at 9AM.  Make your Tuesday morning commute groovy and tune in!

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 8: Inauguration, Anti-Trans Orders, Gender Justice

We spend most of the show talking about the destruction since the Inauguration, via Trump Executive Order 13988 re: “Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government,” aka, “The Let’s-Hound-Transgender-People-Out-of-Existence order.” The Big Interview is with attorney Jess Braverman from Gender Justice who talks about some of the legal…

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Episode 29 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch

On this week’s show Bruce talks about the 5th amendment that guarantees due process, Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order, and the pardoning of the January 6th insurrectionists…does former cop now Congressman Pete Stauber have any thoughts?

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – January 25, 2025

Pete Arnold, founder of Hire A Pro, joins host Ken Haglind on Living Healthy and Aging Well to discuss how his innovative consulting model is transforming the roofing and construction industry. Drawing from over 15 years of experience in process improvement, project management, and software development, including speaking at Harvard Medical School, Pete Arnold applies…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 1.24.25

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 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…

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Native Roots Radio: Presents I’m Awake 1.24.25

What the Trump  I.C.E.  raids mean for the Natives in this country Mary Kunesh stops in for her weekly update from the Minnesota Senate and what Trump’s attack on the 14th Amendment means for Natives nationwide Wendy has her weekly update in the Sacred Animals Cares for Them segment and speaks on the effects of…

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Flip The Script Festival and Milo Imagines The World

Submissions for the 2025 Flip The Script Festival are open. We talk with the founders of this LGBTQ film festival. Plus, we’ll be joined by Mikael Burke the director of the upcoming show Milo Imagines the World at Children’s Theatre Company.

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The Matt McNeil Show – January 23, 2025

Everything fixed yet?; Pete Hegseth’s lack of qualifications; Trump’s EO on birthright citizenship blocked; Immigration and Customs Enforcement; national Democrats in “consolation prize mode”; state supreme court hearings on what is a quorum; infrastructure funding in jeopardy because of Trump action; Rep. Mary Franson is back; MPD officers may be charged fees to use city…

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GhostBox Radio – One Question Readings with Refined Divine 1.22.25

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 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…

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The Matt McNeil Show – January 22, 2025

On today’s show: – Snow in the southern US! – Trump multiple attacks on churches. – Purging government officials that disagree with the new regime. – Jeff Stein’s weekly visit. – Damning allegations against Pete Hegseth from his own family members. – How Trump’s immigration deportations will hurt Minnesota’s (and the rest of the US’s)…

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GhostBox Radio – Film Restoration w/ Perf Damage Podcast 1.21.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Adam and Charlotte from the podcast Perf Damage comes on to discuss the restoration of film. Charlotte has been involved with a lot of film restoration and it will be a fantastic conversation. Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me on Patreon for…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – January 21, 2025

Robert and Haley start off the show with Ruth Anna Buffalo with updates from the MN Indian Women’s Resource Center. Plus, Red Lake Nation’s own Deanna StandingCloud and Trish Cook return to talk “Big Auntie Energy”!

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GhostBox Radio – Paranormal Chat – A #JustGreg Episode 1.20.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, it’s a #JustGreg episode as Greg talks about some updates with GhostBox Radio as well as some Paranormal happenings. Plus what is on your mind? Join the chat to tell us what you want to talk about! E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me on…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – January 20, 2025

Host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry welcome back Ruth Anna Buffalo with updates on Leonard Peltier. Then, hear from Dr. Antony Stately from NACC and Bruce White, award winning historian, author and anthropologist published by the Minnesota Historical Society Press.

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