Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – April 22, 2022

Robert and Wendy Pilot host today’s show. Our guests today are MN State Senator Mary Kunesh and Winona LaDuke to talk about the importance of Earth Day. We also premier a new music video that features Winona LaDuke titled “Down in the River to Pray!”

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 22, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: Our Democrat of the Day is Fernando Alvarado, who is seeking the DFL nomination in Senate district 16, which includes Willmar, Montevideo, Litchfield, Olivia and other communities in western Minnesota. Hour 1 segment 2: Why Democrats need to compete in every district, no matter how red it is! Hour 1 segment…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 21, 2022

Ice cream prices surge; Dr. Joe Eastman joins the show to discuss COVID modeling; more Republicans being Republicans; Rashmi Seneviratne is the Executive Director of Protect Minnesota, joining Matt today; five bodies found in Duluth; John Hest is Democrat of the Day; researching the fast food restaurants on West Broadway in north Minneapolis.

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Easter Weekend

On this Easter Weekend, James Stacey the Senior Minister of Unity South Twin Cities shares thoughts about this observance. Liebel Sternbach is with us sharing details on retirement planning. Joe McKenzie of Ripple Connects brings forward ideas on controlling what we can with regard to your career. Jay Haapla, of AARP MN stops by and…

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Social Security Benefits

Freddie Bell discusses Social Security Benefits with Rhonda Whitenak for the Social Security Office. A Minneapolis Public School official stops to share career information as Joe McKenzie talks about the challenges of changing careers. Freddie shares this week’s Words to the Wise. You can order his new book, Words to the Wise here and at…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 19, 2022

Kim Hicks is Democrat of the Day; Matt outlines the golden chance the Minnesota DFL has; DST fighting; “Jennnifer” Carnahan’s CD1 campaign; Brett is joined by Patrick Coolican; the Blaha “scandal”; today’s virus update, with transportation mask mandates ended by a federal court; Target will not require employees to return to the office full-time.

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – April 18, 2022

Robert Pilot, Wendy Pilot and Gina Peltier host today’s show. Gina has our news. She talks about Tyson Foods is asking their customers to pay higher prices because of inflation even though they’re making record profits, some Earth Day events coming up Friday and more! Next we’re joined by John Curtiss of the Retreat, an…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 18, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: Easter weekend recap! A far right wing Minnesota news outlet tries to make something out of nothing with last year’s car crash after Farm Fest that involved State Auditor Julie Blaha and Senate Minority Leader Melisa López Franzen. Hour 1 segment 2: Matt breaks down the faulty logic from right wingers…

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – April 16, 2022

**This show originally aired January 22, 2022** Rachel Schromen is an estate planning and elder law attorney and owner of Schromen Law, LLC located in St. Paul, MN. She joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to talk about estate planning, medical assistance planning along with estate and trust administration.…

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – April 16, 2022

**This show originally aired April 27, 2020** This week I talk about the 50th anniversary of “Earth Day” and feature its architect, Denis Hayes. The Big Interview is with Diane Muntean, who I worked with to help training 1200 people in Steamboat Springs CO last September. In the C-Block I talk about the first Earth…

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – April 15, 2022

Robert Pilot, Wendy Pilot and Gina Peltier host today’s show. Gina has our news. She talks about a new documentary called Women of the White Buffalo streaming now on YouTube, a student protest against Lines 3 and 5, Flagstaff, AZ possibly needing to shut down water production and more. Next we’re joined by MN State…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 15, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: Byron Buxton gets injured yet again. And Scott Jensen makes another (very) dubious claim about Minnesota’s COVID-19 death rate. Hour 1 segment 2: More on Jensen’s faulty logic on Minnesota’s COVID-19 death rate. Hour 1 segment 3: Our Democrat of the Day is Arik Forsman who is running in house district…

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Brett Johnson Interviews Walker Orenstein of MinnPost (4/15/22)

Brett Johnson speaks with Walker Orenstein of MinnPost. They discuss a carbon fuel standards bill at the legislature and take a look at MinnPost’s list of all the candidates running for state legislature and what rural races Walker thinks will be most competitive.

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 14, 2022

Gregoory Rich, Bethany Wrede Peterson, John Gerber and Brett Johnson fill in for Matt today! They talk about Putin’s mindset, the historical failures of Russia when it comes to war, Elon Musk trying to buy Twitter and how Democrats struggle to compete with Republicans.

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – April 13, 2022

Robert Pilot, Wendy Pilot and Gina Peltier host today’s show. Gina has our news. She talks about some events coming up about the proposed Huber Mill hosted Annie Humphrey and Honor the Earth, hemp legalization and more. Next we’re joined by Griselda Aldrete, Director – Stakeholder Engagement with Alliant Energy. She talks about Alliant Energy’s…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 13, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: Sports! We talk Twins struggles and the Timberwolves winning their “play-in” game last night. Hour 1 segment 2: A woman at the Wolves game last night tried gluing her hand to the playing floor in protest of an alleged animal rights issue at an egg farm owned by Timberwolves owner Glen…

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – April 12, 2022

Robert Pilot, Wendy Pilot and Gina Peltier host today’s show. Gina has our news. She talks about the arrests of water protectors in the deep north for peaceful protesting. Next we’re joined by Miiskogihmiiwan of the Native Roots Trading Post store as they discuss the importance of learning about Native American history and preserving traditions.…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 12, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: Matt is joined by criminal defense attorney Jack Rice. They talk about the lack of a conviction for the Michigan men who devised a plot to kidnap governor Gretchen Whitmer, South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg’s 2020 car crash where he killed a pedestrian and more. Hour 1 segment 2: How…

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Brett with Patrick Coolican of the MN Reformer

Brett speaks with Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer. They discuss Republican crocodile tears over Governor Tim Walz not attending the “official” fishing opener (he is attending one though on the Leech Lake reservation), The proposed Republican lobbyist club at the capitol and the Biden administration allowing E15 gas during the summer months.

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Matt McNeil with Jack Rice (4/12/22)

Matt is joined by criminal defense attorney Jack Rice. They talk about the lack of a conviction for the Michigan men who devised a plot to kidnap governor Gretchen Whitmer, South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg’s 2020 car crash where he killed a pedestrian and more.

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – April 11, 2022

**This show originally aired March 12, 2022** Becca Revier, Pilates Coordinator at Life Time in Lakeville, joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to share the many offerings of Life Time and how it can help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Becca is a certified personal trainer, nutrition…

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – April 9, 2022

In lieu of a featured idealist, I share from a 4.8.22 NYT piece titled, “How did LGBT Rights Again Become the Subject of a Culture War?” by David Leonhardt and Ian Prasad Philbrick. In particular, the authors theorize that Republicans briefly stayed away from attacking LGBTQ+ rights for fear of alienating younger voters. However, that…

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Connections Radio April 9 – 2022

This week on Connections Radio, Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo are joined by Scott Herold, Founder and CEO of Rock the Cause Records. The episode introduces listeners to 4 new tracks from Scott’s Rock the Cause label, from artists who make a difference. Scott also speaks about the phenomenal work of High School for Recording…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 8, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: It’s the Twins opener as we rundown some of the walkup music of Twins players! Then a look at some of the editorials being printed around town both for and against the Page amendment. Hour 1 segments 2/3: Matt breaks down some of the problems with the Page amendment, including the…

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Matt Lelou of the Communications Workers of America union at New Flyer in St. Cloud

Brett Johnson speaks with Matt Lelou of the Communications Workers of America union at New Flyer in St. Cloud, a bus manufacturing plant. Their union recently authorized a strike seeking higher pay, sick time, paid religious holidays and limits on mandatory overtime.

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – April 7, 2022

Robert Pilot and Gina Peltier host today’s show. Gina has our news. She talks about RBC pushing for a Canadian pipeline despite environmental concerns from indigenous communities, electric buses making appearances in Minnesota and more. Next we’re joined by attorney JoJo Brooks Shifflett, who talks about the history of Leonard Peltier being wrongfully imprisoned. Then…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 7, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: A missing pet monkey in Minnesota! Hour 1 segment 2: The MN COVID-19 update. The avian flu has now reached 1 million turkeys in Minnesota, which might only get worse in Minnesota. Hour 1 segment 3: Matt is joined by Eric Bernstein, a progressive policy analyst focused on state tax and…

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – April 6, 2022

Robert Pilot and Gina Peltier host today’s show. Gina has our news. She talks about The Department of the Interior announcing it will invest $420 million for rural water construction activities in fiscal year 2022, Marquette University in Wisconsin barring direct fossil fuel investments with its endowment and more. Next we’re joined by Wisconsin state…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 6, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: We start today’s show with Matt reacting to the decision not to charge the officer who fatally shot Amir Locke during a no knock warrant search, even though officers Locke was not the target of the investigation. Hour 1 segment 2: Why the Minneapolis Police Department will likely never change and…

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Matt McNeil with Jeff Stein (4/6/22)

It’s our usual Wednesday visit with national political expert Jeff Stein. This week Matt and Jeff talk about Democrats possibly changing their primary/caucus calendar which could impact Iowa’s first in the nation status, why far right wingers like Marjorie Taylor Greene are causing problems for the GOP and more.

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Brett Johnson Speaks with Anna Granias of Wilder Research

Brett Johnson recently spoke with Anna Granias of Wilder Research. She was part of the team at Wilder that was contracted to review the state’s response to protests that took place after George Floyd was killed by police. They talked about some of the flaws of law enforcement and elected officials with how they responded…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 5, 2022

Gym shenanigans; fire at Lunds and Byerlys in St. Paul; drunk driver who killed two gets a plea deal; today’s virus update; Robert Cozzolino of Minneapolis Institute of Art joins Matt; the viral video of a young Prince from 1970; Brett Johnson stops by for water cooler talk; Patrick Coolican’s Tuesday visit with Brett; Minnesota…

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – April 4, 2022

Robert Pilot and Gina Peltier host today’s show. Gina has our news. She talks about a CBC report showing a rare Indigenous perspective of the Battle of the Little Bighorn being discovered through a in a donation to the Peel Art Gallery and Museum, supporting those that are facing legal action from protecting water on…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 4, 2022

Hour 1 segment 1: Weekend recap including the NCAA women’s final four in Minneapolis. Then we’re joined by Dr. Joe Eastman who tells us about a new Omicron sub-variant found in South Africa that is already causing problems, Hour 1 segment 2: Thanks to right wing lunatics, the medical industry spent (wasted) millions of dollars…

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Ellie 2.0 Radio – April 2, 2022

Our featured idealist is Reporters Without Borders, which works to bring truth and information in countries where there isn’t a free press. I also note that as of the date of my show, five journalists/reporters had been killed in Ukraine. I then pivot to talking about the on-going attacks against transgender people, particularly trans youth,…

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – April 2, 2022

**This show originally aired February 19, 2022** Marlena Hemenway, Chief Experience Officer from Geneva Suites joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to talk about the benefits of their “Small Care” services with their senior residential home care. For more information visit thegenevasuites.com or call 612-208-8888.

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Anne Pryor -Lovitude Soul Painter & Rise Kasmirski – Author

Anne Pryor (Lovitude Soul Painter) and Rise Kasmirski (Author “When Paradise Speaks”) is here to discuss their event UNBLOCK YOUR CREATIVE GIFTS FOR HEALING & TRANSFORMATION GUIDANCE FROM THE BEYOND AND RISË KASMIRSKI”on the shift network. Anne’s Website is: Home – Lovitude™ – Anne Pryor Lovitude Soul Painter

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How to Keep Money in Your Pocket

Liebel Sternbach gives us ideas on how to keep more money in our pockets. Freddie Bell shares tech updates and Cassie Crandell follows that up with Lifestyle tips. Joe McKenzie stops in to share how we can energize our career search. Freddie shares today’s Words to the Wise. You can own a copy of Freddie…

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The Matt McNeil Show – April 1, 2022

Melisa Lopez Franzen is Democrat of the Day; Matt follows up on the retirement of Bruce Willis; today’s COVID update; avian flu sweeping through Minnesota bird farms; Paige Bueckers returns; stabbing at Virginia bar; Brett speaks with Anna Granias of the Wilder Foundation about the report regarding responses to the Floyd unrest; Matt recounts the…

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The Matt McNeil Show – March 31, 2022

Women’s Final Four comes to Minneapolis this weekend; ESPN bumps Minnesota vs. Minnesota State hockey to a lesser channel; today’s COVID update; Jeff Ettinger is Democrat of the Day; Will Smith refused to leave the Oscars after the Chris Rock incident; Bruce Willis retires from acting; report released on the Floyd unrest; MnDOT releases their…

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Native Roots Radio Presents I’m Awake – March 30, 2022

Today’s hosts are Robert and Wendy Pilot. Gina Peltier has our news today. She talks about Honor the Earth holding a drop the charges event for Winona LaDuke on Monday, April 4 (learn more at https://www.stopline3.org/events), other legal charges being brought against water protectors and more. Next we’re joined by North Dakota state Rep. Ruth…

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The Matt McNeil Show – March 30, 2022

Hour 1 segments 1/2: Wildlife in St. Paul as a beaver was caught on video wandering around Lowertown. Then in response to AOC’s editorial in New York Magazine, Matt breaks down three major problems Democrats are experiencing as they conduct their 2022 campaigns. Hour 1 segments 3/4: It’s our usual Wednesday visit with national political…

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Matt McNeil with Jeff Stein (3/30/22)

It’s our usual Wednesday visit with national political expert Jeff Stein. This week Matt and Jeff talk about AOC’s editorial in New York Magazine predicting doom and gloom for Democrats, the 7 hour gap in Trump’s phone records from January 6, 2021, a federal judge ruling that Donald Trump “more likely than not” attempted to…

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COVID Storm Still Not Over

Epidemiologist, Dr. Michael Osterholm says while the Covid-19 virus is quieting, the storm still isn’t over. Joe McKenzie, shares instructions on detailing your career story. We have Lifestyle updates come from Cassie Crandall and Freddie Bell shares today’s Words to the Wise. His new book is available online at Barnes and Noble, Amazon and Freddiebell.com.

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Top Ten Signs of Heart Disease

Freddie Bell concludes his discussion on the top ten signs of Heart Disease. Elizabeth Ebot, Vaccine Equity Director for the Minnesota Department of Health says it’s important to stay vigilant even though many mask restrictions have been relaxed. Joe McKenzie examines the role relationships have in building a career. A huge food distribution is taking…

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Brett Johnson speaks with Peter Callaghan of MinnPost

Brett Johnson recently spoke with Peter Callaghan of MinnPost. They discussed funding and construction delays of the the Southwest Lightrail line and how a bill at the state legislature could impact healthcare premiums for Minnesotans.

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The Matt McNeil Show – March 29, 2022

Amir Locke case forwarded for possible charges; today’s COVID update; House Rep. Jennifer Schultz will run in CD8 and joins the show; Italy requests return of a statue in possession of MIA; Patrick Coolican’s Tuesday conversation with Brett; MinnPost examines inflation from an on-the-ground perspective; arson at St. Paul Lunds and Byerlys.

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – March 28, 2022

Today’s hosts are Robert and Wendy Pilot. Gina Peltier has today’s news. She talks about some comparisons between the Chris Rock/Will Smith controversy at the Oscars last night to what happened with Sacheen Littlefeather where she represented Marlon Brando at the 1973 Oscars and declined his Best Actor award for his performance in The Godfather.…

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The Matt McNeil Show – March 28, 2022

Hour 1: The weekend recap followed by last night’s insanity at the Oscars where Will Smith smacked Oscar host Chris Rock after Rock made a joke about Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith who is experiencing hair loss due to alopecia. Matt talks about Smith’s behavior, why Rock’s joke was in bad taste, media reaction to…

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – March 26, 2022

**This show originally aired March 5, 2022** Jetta Wiedemeier Bower is the Manager of Volunteers and Community Outreach at Trellis, a nonprofit that has been serving seniors and those who care for them for nearly 28 years. She will join host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to discuss the Senior…

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