FYI Politics With Brett Johnson – 02.28.2020

On today’s FYI Politics Brett talks about the connection between the stock exchange and the Coronavirus. The CDC releases an explanation on facial hair compliant with germ-masks. Amy Klobuchar uses outside consultants to stock her ‘supporters’. In the second half Brett talks with Kevin Featherly of MinnLawyer about upcoming bills in the Minnesota legislature. And…

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.27.2020

Matt opens today’s show with a look at the disastrous stock market crash. Why does Pence’s Coronavirus team consist almost exclusively of people involved in finance? A good school is no replacement for good parenting. Republicans continue to hold off on the emergency insulin act hoping to elicit more “contributions.” In the final segment Matt…

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FYI Politics With Brett Johnson – 02.26.2020

Brett kicks of the show with a call from Iris Altamirano, head of the SEIU Local 26, to discuss the St. Paul teachers’ strike. Strange behaviors and responses from the most recent debate attendees. A look at last night’s caucuses. Brett goes into detail about how the DNC distributes delegates.

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.26.2020

Today’s show opens with Matt voicing his excitement over Ash Wednesday and the begining of Fish-Fry Fridays. Star Tribune tries to bury polls that show most of the state is not in favor of various right wing policies. A look at the caucus proposals from last night. Later in the show Jeff Stein joins Matt…

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 25, 2020

It’s Caucus Night in Minnesota and Matt is graciously joined by MN Secretary of State Steve Simon to discuss the evening’s events. Matt also has a conversation with Cliff Schecter about the Democratic presidential candidate field.

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 24, 2020

Today on the show, Matt recaps the 2020 Blue State Ball and thanks everyone for attending! He then calls out the 1980 US Olympic hockey team for supporting Trump at a political rally, wishes Minnesota’s 7th congressional district a hearty farewell, and finishes by reminding unions that Republicans are NOT working for them.

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Increasing Flexibility and Mobility with Theodore Rick – February 23, 2020

Meet Theodore Rick, owner of Healing Taj, a holistic clinic located in Bloomington, which offers several healing therapies, including active, isolated stretching, massage, and reflexology. Rick talks about his journey and how he came into his field. Learn about the benefits of good flexibility and what a test of flexibility entails. Rick also discusses how…

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“Living Healthy and Aging Well” with Ken Haglind – February 22, 2020

Marvin Plakut, President and Chief Executive Officer of Episcopal Homes, and Karen Vento, Program Director of Neighbor Care with Episcopal Homes. This innovative in-home care service program helps support older adults in living well at home. Located in St. Paul Minnesota, Episcopal Homes has been providing a continuum of care for seniors for over 125…

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I’m Awake – February 22, 2020

February 22, 2020 Native Roots Radio I’m Awake Live 1pm-3pm central time Joining Robert Pilot (Ho Chunk) Welcomes: Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan Honor The Earth Winona LaDuke Rep. Mary Kunesh-Podein candidate for State Senate District 41 (Standing Rock) Emma Needham Hour 2 Wendy Pilot HSUS Jon Greendeer and Students Ho Chunk Nation Listen Live…

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.21.2020

Ilhan Omar pushes for an investigation into the now infamous "car-fire" North of Minneapolis. Danielle Stella is the physical embodiment of Yakkety-Sax. Matt cooks up a grift to solicit conservative donations with TURD (Trump Usurps Republican Doctrine). Trump ignores the pleas of the CDC by bringing 14 US citizens infected with the Coronavirus home.

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.20.2020

Today’s episode of The Matt McNeil Show is 2 hours! Beginning with a look at how the the Civil War is being taught today versus how it was portrayed in the past. Hopkins experienced decades of economic damage as a result of greedy business practices. Jim Hagedorn has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer but…

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Navigating Trauma Recovery with Fran Bieganek – February 16, 2020

Meet Fran Bieganek, a licensed psychologist and holistic practitioner who assists her clients through trauma recovery, grief, and bereavement, depression, and anxiety as well as other major life transitions. She practices in the Bhakti Wellness Center in Edina. Bieganek walks us through how she got started in her field, the concept of trauma, and trauma…

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 17, 2020

Today on the show, Matt talks with Democrat of the Day Cheryl Youakim, state representative from Matt’s own district 46B. Matt then explains the story behind why he’s given the republican representative Matt Grossel the nickname, Pokey.

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I’m Awake – 02.15.2020

Joining Robert Pilot(Ho Chunk) is Tim Purdon Robins Kaplan LLP Rep. Mary Kunesh-Podein candidate for State Senate District 41 (Standing Rock) Ruth Buffalo North Dakota House of Representatives, representing District 27 Dr. Jane Sanders Nancy Beaulieu 350 Bemidji Hour 2 Wendy Pilot HSUS Nancy Beaulieu 350 Bemidji Governor Walz Lt Governor Peggy Flanagan Robert Lilligren…

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“Living Healthy And Aging Well” with Ken Haglind – 02.15.2020

Mark Hayes, President of Ministry, Jacqueline E.M. Grimm, Regional Director of Senior Services for MN Care Communities and Licensed Administrator, and Debra Wilbright, Regional Director of Disability Services discuss the mission of The Lutheran Home Association to serve the spiritual, physical, intellectual and emotional needs of the people entrusted to our care and others whose…

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FYI Politics With Brett Johnson – 02.14.2020

Brett interviews Peter Callahan about local statewide politics. Jordan Smith of The Intercept shares her story about an important Supreme Court case that’ll have far reaching implications on abortion in the United States. Brett shares new data from OKCupid and other dating apps about how politics is affecting the dating world in 2020.

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.14.2020

Matt begins today’s show with Democrat of the day, John Persell of MN-5A. Republicans looking desperate to hang on to the Minnesota seats they still have. Democrats need to door-knock to ensure victory in some of the more contested areas of the state. How Republican hypocrisy kills all of their arguments against future Democratic presidents.…

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FYI Politics With Brett Johnson – 02.13.2020

Brett begins today’s FYI Politics by sharing a few of the less coherent takes coming out of the IA and NH primaries. What might happen at a contested national convention. Brett explains Minnesota’s highly confusing and unique hybrid primary/caucus system. Is it right to be collecting the voter data at primaries? What could the potential…

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.13.2020

Opening today’s show, Matt speaks with Thom Hartmann about his newest book and upcoming visit to Minnesota for the Blue State Ball. Matt announces the station plans for Super Tuesday and a live broadcast with Devil’s Advocate. Democrat of the Day is Michael Northbird from district MN-2A. And 2nd amendment sanctuary cities? Matt explains his…

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.12.2020

On today’s episode Matt explains what he found most interesting about the results in New Hampshire. How can Klobuchar turn this result into an actual path towards electoral success? State Republicans continue to hold popular bills hostage. Matt compares Buttigieg and Sanders to two previous presidents. And in the final half of the show Jeff…

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FYI Politics With Brett Johnson – 02.12.2020

On today’s FYI politics with Brett Johnson, a closer look at the current state of the Enbridge pipeline. Why does the Minnesota congress have 201 seats? David Schultz joins Brett to discuss what the big story out of the New Hampshire primary is. And is this Deja Vu or is 2020 just 2016 all over…

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The Matt McNeil Show – February 10, 2020

Today on the show, Matt talks about Klobuchar’s uphill battle for the nomination, the astronomic  cost to see events at tax payer funded stadiums, and has a great interview with Democrat of the Day Mary Kunesh-Podein.

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – February 10, 2020

Our featured idealist is Ta-Nehisi Paul Coates, columnist and author of Between the World and Me. The Big Interview is with Susan Williams, founder and executive director of The Transformation Project SD, which helps families of transgender children/youths and who is fighting South Dakota legislators’ attempts to criminalize health care for trans humans younger than…

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Wall of Power Radio Hour – February 8, 2020

We had a delightful chat with the Texas Songbird, Ms. Carolyn Hester. Carolyn is a legendary folksinger. She recorded with Norman Petty (Buddy Holly’s producer), the Clancy Brothers, and John Hammond, Sr. for Columbia Records. It was at one of those sessions that Hammond discovered Bob Dylan. Hear that story and more in this great…

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I’m Awake – February 8, 2020

February 8th 2020 Native Roots Radio I’m Awake Live 1pm-3pm central time Joining Robert Pilot(Ho Chunk) is Rep. Mary Kunesh-Podein candidate for State Senate District 41 (Standing Rock) Ruth Buffalo North Dakota House of Representatives, representing District 27 Emma Needham Red Lake Nancy Beaulieu 350 Bemidji Hour 2 Wendy Pilot HSUS Robert Lilligren Native American…

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“Living Healthy and Aging Well” with Ken Haglind – February 8, 2020

Marisarah and Cody Larvick , co-owners of Billie’s Choice, a local provider of In-home senior care services talks about the benefits of using their services to improve the quality of life for you and your loved ones.

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FYI Politics With Brett Johnson – 02.07.2020

Brett begins today’s show with an interview with two nurses currently involved in a likely labor strike at Health Partners. Is Romney really absolved of all his ugly behavior with a simple vote for impeachment against Trump? Why you should never trust any group that includes ‘capital’ or ‘brotherhood’ in their name.

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FYI Politics With Brett Johnson – 02.06.2020

Brett opens the show with an interview of Aaron Brown to talk unions in northern Minnesota. How do we balance good jobs with environmental concern? Later in the show dentist, Scott Shamblott. explains his special event to give back to people who can’t afford dental work.

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.06.2020

On today’s episode Matt begins by addressing the complete embarrassment that was was the Iowa primary. Does Iowa deserve to be the first? Republicans don’t see the issue with swearing on their religious text (that they claim to value SO greatly) and then bold-faced lying. Is Romney the only Republican with a conscience?

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FYI Politics with Brett Johnson – 02.05.2020

On this episode of FYI Politics, Brett interviews David Schulz to discuss the Senate impeachment hearings. What is the story behind this "shadowy" app used by the DNC in Iowa’s caucuses? Noah Kulwin from The Outline calls in to report on his finidings about the mysterious company behind the app, ACRONYM.

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The Matt McNeil Show – 02.05.2020

On today’s episode of The Matt McNeil Show, Matt opens with a speech given by Romney to the Senate about why he is choosing to impeach Donald Trump. Klobuchar ought to question whether she has a route going forward. Jeff Stein calls in in the latter half to discuss Biden and his strategy/feasibility as a…

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – February 3, 2020

This week’s featured idealist is Ingrid Newkirk, the founder of PETA, the animal rights organization. The Big Interview is with Greta Kaul of MinnPost, who talks about Beltrami County MN’s decision to not accept refugees and who shares about being a “realist” rather than an idealist (which doesn’t mean that I didn’t urge her to…

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Using Positive Psychology to Move Ahead with Valerie Marsh – February 2, 2020

Meet Valerie Marsh, the owner of Positive Power Psychology and a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy, as well as relationship and life coaching. Marsh discusses her work and how she helps people, her journey, and the changing dynamics of a relationship. As a person who works with individuals…

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“Living Healthy And Aging Well” with Ken Haglind – 02.01.2020

Blair Ferguson, Vice President and General Manage with Lifewaymobility talks about how they help people stay mobile and independent by providing solutions to make your home safe and accessible.

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I’m Awake – 02.01.2020

Joining Robert Pilot(Ho Chunk) is Winona LaDuke of Honor the Earth Rep. Mary Kunesh-Podein candidate for State Senate District 41 (Standing Rock) Ruth Buffalo North Dakota House of Representatives, representing District 27 Hour 2 Wendy Pilot HSUS Emma Needham Red Lake Nancy Beaulieu 350 Bemidji

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The Matt McNeil Show – January 31, 2020

Matt and Patrick discuss Super Bowl Sunday, then Matt spends the rest of the hour discussing the continuing impeachment proceedings and the clear threat to our democracy and the fabric of our country that the Republicans pose.

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The Matt McNeil Show – 01.30.2020

Matt takes a tumble at the Winter Carnival. VanDenBroeke apogizes for his comments against Muslim immigrants. The new right wing plot to elect Trump will be to sow spite amongst the moderate side of the Democrats. Chad Hobot show up in the second half of the show for Democrat of the day. Climate change is…

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FYI Politics With Brett Johnson – 01.30.2020

Brett p[ens today’s show with an interview with Gary Carlson. A new program designed to substitute some of the nuisance vehicle maintenance tickets police give out with vouchers to replace headlights/signal and brake lights. Private security cameras are being utilized by police to track and identify suspicious individuals. The Post Office gives Bernie their endorsement.

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The Matt McNeil Show – 01.29.2020

Today’s episode of The MAtt McNeil Show begins with a shocking revelation about the true origins of the St. Paul Winter Carnival’s royal family. The car from a recent hit-and-run in Edina winds up in Mankato. A Catholic priest manages to interpret the Bible to justify his Islamophobia. LAter in the show Matt is joined…

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