The Cost of Testing For Covid

Dr. Michael Osterholm, Epidemiologist, Regents Professor, and Director of The Center for Infectious Disease and Research says the cost of COVID testing for individuals is concerning. 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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Outbreaks, Epidemics, & Pandemics

Dr. Michael Osterholm, Epidemiologist and Director for the Center for Infectious Disease and Reach Policy, joins Freddie Bell. He explains the difference between outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics. 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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Ep. 7: Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch

This week Bruce talks about how we moved from the Articles of Confederation towards a Constitutional Convention, chapter 14 of Project 2025 and it’s devastating effects on health and human services, and how the media fails to separate truth from lies told by Republicans.

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Episode 82 with author Austin Frerick

Philip Anthony is joined by Austin Frerick who is the author of “Barons: Money, Power, and the Corruption of America’s Food Industry”. Austin talks about there being seven “robber barons” or corporate titans who dominate the food industry and also talks about being an out and proud member of the LGBTQ community.

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – August 17, 2024

This week is an Ellie talking head show. We highlight our featured idealist, Lawrence O’Donnell from MSNBC. Plus we talk about legislation around birth certificates for transgender people, JK Rowling’s anti-trans social media posts, how charitable giving in America might change and more.

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Ep. 19: The Role of a Financial Advisor: Finding the Right Fit for You

Are you ready to level up your financial game? Tune into this week’s episode of the “Do.Different.Better Show” with your host, Elaine Rasmussen, as we dive deep into “The Role of a Financial Advisor: Finding the Right Fit for You.” This episode is packed with insider tips on understanding what a financial advisor does, how…

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Ceallaigh Smart of Haiti Outreach

Ceallaigh Smart Executive Director Haiti Outreach joined the show today to talk about the work their orginization is doing in Haiti and how they connect with the local people to empower them to take ownership in the work in their communities. To find out more about Haiti Outreach go tohttps://haitioutreach.org/..

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Allison Vincent’s The Physicists Opening at Gremlin Theater

Queer theater-maker Allison Vincent’s new show, The Physicists, opens at the Gremlin Theatre on August 23. Plus, we talk about an encore performance of her show Daddy Issues which takes place at the Phipps Center for the Arts on August 17.

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Connections Radio – August 17, 2024

Laurie Fitz is joined by co-hosts Susan and Sally from the Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA)—the largest of MN’s regional library systems, serving 8 member-libraries with more than 100 library locations across the greater Twin Cities area. Hear about the magic of these modern libraries and their systems for keeping us up on various media…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 8.16.24

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 – August 16, 2024

Producer Haley Cherry starts the show with local weekend events and introduces an update from Minnesota State Senator Mary Kunesh. Then, host Robert Pilot is joined by Robert Lilligren of NACDI, Native American Community Development Institute. Plus, Wendy Pilot with a sacred animals segment!

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 16, 2024

Woman arrested in Graceland fraud attempt; Trump makes distasteful comments about the Medal of Honor; VP Harris unveils her economic vision; Nancy Mace’s CNN debacle; teammate charged in fatal Gustavus Adolphus crash; Jennifer Carnahan running for mayor of Nisswa; Royce White still not acknowledged by MN GOP; Joe Teirab.

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – August 15, 2024

Joining host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry is Levi Brown, Director of Tribal Affairs with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). Then, award-winning film writer and producer Mary Mazzio joins to discuss her work with the documentary “Bad River” and the focus on Line 5, sovereignty, and the resilience of the Bad River Band…

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GhostBox Radio – Darkness Radio with Tim Dennis 8.14.24

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Host & Producer Tim Dennis. Tim entertained and educated audiences in the Twin Cities for years on Darkness Radio and that still is going as well as his appearances on the TV series Paranormal Nightshift. We will be talking about Tim’s experiences and also about…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – August 14, 2024

In this month’s Minneapolis A.I.R. (American Indian Relations) episode, guest host Christine McDonald (American Indian Community Specialist) brings us Michelle Phillips (Director, Civil Rights), Kaela McConnon Diarra (Director of Labor Standards), and Maria Skjefte (Maternal child and Adolescent Health). We will meet the new City of Minneapolis Civil Rights director and explore the Civil Rights…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 14, 2024

On today’s show: – Is Royce White one of the worst US Senate candidates in history? – Disney issues a cold response to a wrongful death lawsuit filed against them. – Why polling is broken. – Our weekly visit with Jeff Stein. – Why Minnesota GOP primary results should make the party nervous for this…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 13, 2024

Jordan Chiles; Republicans continue to flounder post-Roe; Michael Brodkorb joins the show to discuss his big decision regarding the 2024 Presidential race; Patrick Coolican stops by the show for his weekly interview; St. Cloud-area GOP House representative says on video she believes in no exceptions for abortion; charter school accused of falsifying records.

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GhostBox Radio – Northern Mythology w/ Tim Rayborn 8.12.24

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with author Tim Rayborn as we talk about his brand new (and beautiful) book, Northern Mythology: Tales from Norse, Finnish, and Sámi Traditions. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider supporting me on Patreon for as low as $3/month and see what perks you get: www.patreon.com/ghostboxradio Other…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – August 12, 2024

Host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry welcome Eric Ortiz, Executive Director of the Strong Mind Strong Body Foundation to talk about the “Youth Community Journalism Solutions Festival” at Little Earth in Minneapolis this weekend. Then, U.S. Humane Society’s humane policy leader Wendy Pilot joins with a new Sacred Animals!

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 12, 2024

Matt is now on in Seattle! It’s a wrap for the Olympics; unbalanced news media; Matt gives his introduction to his new listeners; the far right targets Lutherans?; Trump can’t escape Project 2025; voters shifting toward Dems on economic issues; Alix Kendall retiring from KMSP; Primary Day tomorrow; MN GOP tries to counter Walz; former…

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – August 10, 2024

This week’s featured idealist is retired federal circuit judge J. Michael Luttig, who began as a conservative but found his way to idealism in combatting Donald Trump’s attempts to subvert democracy. It was Luttig and a conservative scholar, Jon Yoo, who told VP Mike Pence that the Constitution didn’t permit him to decertify electors. Thankfully,…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 31: Coping with Stress During Back to School Time

This week hosts Andi Otto and Rina Heisel talk about back to school stress and how we can help the young people in our lives. They’re joined by Tara Raisanen from Becoming Together Therapy and Wellness Collective (https://www.becomingtogethermn.com/) to discuss what creates the back to school drama and ways to help young people cope during…

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Al Krysan – Amplify Mission Network

Al Joined the show today to talk about Amplify Mission Network and the work they do with connecting nonprofits with needs with people that can help them. The organization brings in individuals from the business community that donate their time and nonprofits that may need help through challenges they are facing. He also talked about…

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Ep. 18: Insurance as an Investment Tool: Protecting Your Wealth

🎉 Get ready to flip the script on your financial strategy! In this sizzling episode of the “Do.Different.Better Show,” host Elaine Rasmussen dives into the world of insurance as an investment tool, revealing how you can protect and grow your wealth like a pro. Ever heard of Dead Peasant Insurance or how Dr. Michael Burry…

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Food Freedom Radio August 10 2024

Description: Host Laura Hedlund plays back clips of the 2018 Governor’s forum hosted by the Farmers Union. It features then Congressman Tim Walz, a few months before he was elected Governor. Just before those clips, Laura also speaks with Gary Wertish, president of the Minnesota Farmers Union.

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 9, 2024

Worst cities/areas to drive in; media’s overly favorable Trump coverage; how Trump allies may try to disrupt the election if Trump loses; sports update; school supply costs are up; North Dakota lawmaker pleads guilty to underage interaction; major health scares in South Dakota; anti-abortion groups trying to stop South Dakota ballot initiatives.

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Patti Vasquez with Matt – August 9, 2024

Patti Vasquez is a Chicago comedian, writer, actor, talk show host, consultant, advocate, and policy advisor. After achieving a degree in history from the University of Illinois, she set out to share her hilarious observations about how people behave, and stories about her second-generation Irish dad and Mexican immigrant mom.

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – August 8, 2024

Robert Lilligren of NACDI, Native American Community Development Institute, is back with host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry. Then, Josie Hoffman, artist, teacher, and emerging curator makes her Native Roots Radio debut!

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Gaily Show Short: LGBTQ shows playing at the Minnesota Fringe Festival

For tickets and more info on these and other LGBTQ shows go to minnesotafringe.org. Antistrophe to an Andro-Sapphic Tragedy By Greta Mae Geiser. A Material Boy Living In A Madonna World! By Jason Schommer. Beanie Baby Divorce Play By Melancholics Anonymous. A Monster Scientist and a Tattooed Anarchist Walk into a Bar created by Rev.…

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GhostBox Radio – One Question Readings with Refined Divine 8.07.24

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. Schedule your reading with Refined Divine: www.refineddivinepsychic.com E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider supporting me on Patreon for as low as $3/month and…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 7, 2024

On today’s show: – Reacting to Kamala Harris and Tim Walz’s first rally together from yesterday. – JD Vance tries to smear Tim Walz’s military service record. – For the first time in three weeks, Matt is joined by Jeff Stein! – Michele Bachmann resurfaces with more insane comments. – The Minnesota Supreme Court upholds…

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Matt McNeil with Robert Baril (8/7/24)

Matt is joined by Minnesota comedian Robert Baril as they riff on the latest political news including JD Vance’s awkward public appearances, trump’s mental decline and more. Catch Robert at Acme Comedy Club tonight through Saturday! Order tickets at: https://acmecomedy.seatengine.com/events

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GhostBox Radio – Paranormal Chat #JustGreg 8.06.24

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, it’s a #JustGreg episode as we just have a nice Paranormal Chat. What’s on your mind? Anything spooky happen lately? E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider supporting 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:…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – August 6, 2024

Host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry welcome back Ruth Buffalo of Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center! Also joining today is content creator Cera Tapaha to discuss the illegal transportation of uranium across tribal lands of the Navajo Nation.

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GhostBox Radio – Now Look What You Made Me Do w/Joe Prosit 8.05.24

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with author Joe Prosit about his newest non-fiction psychological thriller novel, “Look What You Made Me Do!” E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider supporting 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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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – August 5, 2024

Dr. Antony Stately of Native American Community Clinic is back with host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry. Then, Minneapolis Parks and Recs Board members Carrie Day Aspinwall, Emma Pachuta, and Carrie Christensen return to follow up on their previous conversation from July 9th that included the open spaces kick-off event at Cedar Field and…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 5, 2024

Weekend recap; Algerian boxer controversy; Democratic Vice President selection down to a couple candidates; RFK Jr.’s bizarre adnission; 7th Congressional DFL endorsed candidate AJ Peters in studio; Rochester representative has home vandalized; Hennepin County Board pay increases.

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – August 3, 2024

It’s another Ellie’s Talking Head show! Our featured idealist is the comedian, Trevor Noah, who set up the Trevor Noah Foundation to promote literacy a in his native South Africa. From there, I talk about Jessica Norton, a Broward County FL school district employee who was disciplined for letting her 16-year-old transgender daughter participate on…

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Ep. 17: Bonds 101 – Steady Income and Capital Preservation

Hey fabulous listeners! 🎉 Welcome to the “Do.Different.Better Show” with your host, Elaine Rasmussen. In this episode, I’m diving into the world of bonds, the unsung heroes of the investment world. If you’re looking for a way to earn steady income and preserve your capital, this episode is a must-listen! I’ll break down what bonds…

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – August 3, 2024

Andrew Savitz, CEO of SpirituWell, joins host Ken Haglind on the “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to discuss their telehealth chaplain service providing spiritual care across the care continuum. SpirituWell provides spiritual assessments, spiritual counseling and grief counseling, cultural competence consultation, and advanced care planning support. SpirituWell is a virtual spiritual care provider.…

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Connections Radio – August 3, 2024

Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo visit again with local musician, Nathaniel Harris—to share his growing “Circles of Musical Connection.” He’s built a Twin Cities following from the ground up, performing at festivals, on stages, at local Kowalski’s Markets, the Midtown Global Market, Lund’s and Byerly’s, and now weekly Sundays at Minneapolis’s Longfellow Grill (3–6 PM). – www.Facebook.com/NathanielHarrisLive

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 8.02.24

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 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…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 1, 2024

Representative Maxwell Frost (FL-10) joins Matt for a conversation; Matt recaps his trip out west; Matt catches up on everything he missed in the news; more from California; JD Vance’s couch; Project 2025; Trump rally in St. Cloud; Royce White’s gaffes; duty to retreat.

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Rep. Maxwell Frost with Matt – August 1, 2024

Maxwell Alejandro Frost is an American politician and activist serving as the U.S. representative for Florida’s 10th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, he was previously the national organizing director for March for Our Lives.

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Gaily Show Short for the Week of July 29-August 4

The Gaily Show short for the Week of July 29-August 4. The Gaily Show celebrates LGTBQ culture in Minnesota and beyond. Featuring local LGBTQ events, The Gaily Show highlights the books, films, TV shows, music, and podcasts produced by LGBTQ Minnesotans. The Gaily Show also shares the latest in LGBTQ entertainment news and the best…

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GhostBox Radio – Haunted Discoveries with Brandon Alvis 7.31.24

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Paranormal Investigator, filmmaker, TV Showrunner Brandon Alvis about his TV series Haunted Discoveries on Haunt TV. This series takes a unique approach to paranormal television and getting there was a unique journey too! E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider supporting me on Patreon for…

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 31, 2024

JP Der Boghossian and Jim Pounds fill in for Matt. On today’s show: – Polling errors – President Biden has put out proposals to reform the Supreme Court….what took him so long and is it too late? – Jeff Stein joins for his Wednesday visit. – Keith Ellison seeks restoration of ban on under 21…

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JP Der Boghossian and Jim Pounds with Jeff Stein (7/31/24

JP Der Boghossian and Jim Pounds filled in for Matt and had a chance to speak with our national political expert Jeff Stein. This was Jeff’s first visit since Joe Biden ended his Presidential campaign, and Jeff shared his theory on how the process for Biden to be replaced played out.

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GhostBox Radio – Working on a Paranormal TV Show w/ Michael J Worden 7.30.24

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author/Researcher Michael J. Worden about his work on television paranormal TV shows like Hotel Paranormal. What is it like doing the work and is it worth it? E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider supporting me on Patreon for as low as $3/month and see…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – July 30, 2024

Host Robert Pilot welcomes back Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center’s President and CEO, Ruth Buffalo. Plus, Minnesota State Representative Heather Keeler joins with Jae Whiterabbit, Minnesota Indian Chamber of Commerce (MAICC) Interim Executive Director!

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 30, 2024

JP Der Boghossian and Jim Pounds fill in for Matt today. 97 days to Election Day; guests today are Michelle Witte from the League of Women Voters; Cathy Renne of the LGBTQ Task Force; Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer; Rev. Harry Hartigan of Let’s Do Lunch.

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Rev. Harry Hartigan with Jim and JP – July 30, 2024

The Rev. Harry Hartigan is a caregiver for the community in big and small ways. He checks in daily or weekly on at least eight older adults in his life. On a larger scale, he helps organize Let’s Do Lunch, monthly lunches for older members of the LGBTQ community to enjoy each other’s company and…

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Cathy Renna with Jim and JP – July 30, 2024

Cathy Renna joins the National LGBTQ Task Force as Communications Director but is no stranger to the organization. As a longtime supporter and contractor on projects over the years and a regular presence at Creating Change, she has been part of the Task Force’s extended family for decades.

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Michelle Witte with JP and Jim – July 30, 2024

Michelle Witte serves as the Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of Minnesota, founded in 1919 to further empower voters and defend democracy after the passage of the 19th Amendment which expanded votes for women. Michelle has served as ED since 2017, and is deeply passionate about serving voters through our vibrant nonpartisan…

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GhostBox Radio – Tracking UFOs with AI w/Anthony F Sanchez 7.29.24

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with researcher/author Anthony F. Sanchez about new ways of tracking UFOs including AI. Are we closer to tracking them in a more reliable way? E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider supporting 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 – July 29, 2024

Host Robert Pilot and producer Haley Cherry welcome back Minnesota and Wisconsin Lieutenant Governors Peggy Flanagan and Sara Rodriguez. Plus, Darek Delille, Manager of Make Voting A Tradition and Civic Engagement with NACDI, Native American Community Development Institute!

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Episode 79 with State Representative Mary Frances Clardy

Philip Anthony is joined by Minnesota State House Representative Mary Frances Clardy who represents House District 53A. On this show we discuss Rep. Clardy’s multi-faceted career and we hear her opinions about the attempted assassination of the ex-president as well as President Biden dropping out of the race and passing the torch to Vice President…

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – July 27, 2024

My, how the political landscape changed from the last show! That means this week’s featured idealist is none other than President Joe Biden for deciding to relinquish his presidential bid in favor of the country’s greater good. I’m positive that President Joe will go down as one of the greatest presidents of all time! The…

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