Living Healthy and Aging Well 8.9.25

Vitaly Salo, Executive Director of inHom Senior Care, joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” to talk about the specialized services that an inHom dedicated caregiver can give to your loved one. InHom Senior Care allows aging adults to receive every-day care, tailored to their needs, in the comfort and dignity of…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 8.08.25

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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The Matt McNeil Show – August 8, 2025

On today’s show: – Matt becomes an empty nester in a couple weeks. – Crypto currency rears its ugly head with stunts throwing sex toys at WNBA games. – Could Trump invade Mexico to distract from Epstein? – Pete Hegseth attended a church with a Christian nationalist pastor who doesn’t think women should vote and…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 7, 2025

Kelly Clarkson cancels residency after ex-husband’s passing; Democrats struggling; prices being driven further upward; Minnesota wins best state fair from readers; assassin likely won’t go to trial for a year; Sen. Hoffman’s statement; Mary Moriarty will not seek re-election; Wisconsin measles report; motorcyclist keeps going after his sister was thrown off.

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Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly with Jim Verraros

The American Idol star has a new album dropping August 8. We’ll talk about his time on Idol (it’s eye opening) as well as his new album. Follow Jim on Instagram @jimverraros for updates and stream his new album everywhere you get your music on August 8!

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GhostBox Radio – One Question Readings with Refined Divine 8.6.25

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. Schedule readings, check out her classes and see upcoming events at: www.refineddivinepsychic.com 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/…

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GhostBox Radio – Death and Lighthouses of the Great Lakes w/ Dianna Stampfler 8.05.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author Dianna Stampfler about her book “Death & Lighthouses on the Great Lakes: A History of Murder and Misfortune”. There are some fantastic stories and some gruesome tales in this book and we talk about them tonight. You can pick up the book through my…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 5, 2025

Republican power grab; agriculture secretary floats dumb ideas for saving ag sector; people carrying more and more personal debt; overzealous policing; Matthew Blake of MinnPost talks with Brett; mineral surveying flights; law enforcement recruitment funding controversy.

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Tammye Nash returns, plus Jessica L’Whor takes over Minneapolis this weekend

Tammye Nash, Managing Editor of the Dallas Voice returns with new reporting on X, Y, Z. Plus, incoming! Drag Queen Jessica L’Whor will be performing all across the Twin Cities August 8-10 (Gay 90s, Union Rooftop, and Mall of America!). Learn more: jessicalwhor.com Dallas Voice just started its 42nd year as the Voice of the…

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GhostBox Radio – Experiencer of the Unknown Kelly Schutz 8.04.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author and Experiencer of the Unknown Dr. Kelly Schutz. We will also be talking about her talk show Disembodied Voices as seen on Paraflixx. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me on Patreon for as low…

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Brown University Caves, but Ulta steps up. Plus, Rick Dildine from Children’s Theatre Company,

Trump fired the Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner and LGBTQ people have one response: America, we warned you. Brown University is the latest to give up academic freedom. But Ulta Beauty is not backing down from selling a new cosmetics line from Jonathan Van Ness. Plus, the new Artistic Director of Children’s Theatre Company, Rick…

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 35: Antisemitism or Agenda? Ellie on Colleges, Control, and Curricula

It’s an Ellie’s Talking Head show, beginning with how the Trump administration is targeting 50-60 colleges and universities with investigations for alleged antisemitism—which is a ploy to simply control how the schools admit students and create curricula. First Columbia caved; this week it was Brown University; undoubtedly there will be many others, which will send…

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Boldly Challenging Ableism – Ep. 9: Parenting and Confronting Ableism w/ Nikki Villavicencio

Nikki Villavicencio, Disability Culture and Leadership Specialist, Advocating Change Together.  Activist and City Council member Nikki talks about what it’s like living with a disability as a parent and how she’s raising her child. Nick Wilke from MCIL joins us as guest co-host.

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Do Different Better – Ep. 62: SPVs—The Investment Vehicle You’ve Never Heard Of (But Should)

Have you heard of a Special Purpose Vehicle—aka an SPV? Most people haven’t. But they’re a powerful investment tool that lets you pool funds to invest in a single deal, like a startup, real estate development, or private fund. In other words: you get access to opportunities that used to be reserved for the ultra-wealthy.…

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 28: Transitions and Change

Life is filled with transition and change. In fact, the average person experiences transition every 12-18 months throughout their lives. That is a lot to absorb, respond to, and integrate! The mental health impact of life transitions can be intense, and the need for support is critical. Join hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini, along…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 80: TC Pride’s Upcoming Fall Events

Andi and Rina are joined by TC Pride’s Director of Programming, Kelsey Alto. Kelsey will tell us all about the great programming coming up this fall as we continue to celebtrate our community. Fall programming includes the career fair, book fair, Trunk or Treat, the epic rainbow wardrobe open house and more!

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Connections Radio – August 2, 2025

Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo visit again with Alliance for Sustainability President and Co-Founder, Terry Gips. After last week we had explored the Alliance for Sustainability’s coming series of events at the MN State Fair on Aug. 21 and 30, today we hear more about their ongoing work to champion sustainability that’s ecologically sound, economically viable, socially just and humane. We…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 8.1.25

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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The Matt McNeil Show 8.1.25

Greg Bakun from GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun fills in for Matt McNeil for today’s show. Greg welcomes Butch Patrick from the Munster’s TV series The Summer Scream Series hosted by Butch Patrick coming to Illinois and Indiana Drive ins. John from 300 Clifton and the Minneapolis Trolly Tours is a guest for today’s show…

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A new novel from Jonathan Parks-Ramage’s, plus Lance Garland’s debut memoir

Jonathan Parks-Ramage joins us to discuss his new novel: It’s Not The End of the World. Order your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9781639736140. Plus, Author Lance Garland’s new memoir Out There: Dispatches from My Personal Wilderness is coming out October 7th. Pre-order it here: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9781595343253

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 31, 2025

Radioactive wasps in South Carolina; Democrats sabotaging each other; video analysis from the night of Epstein’s death; Dr. Joe joins the show; Twins selling off assets; Minnesota Orchestra’s Manny Laureano retiring; private security officer arrested for impsersonating a police officer; Republican voters don’t really seem to grasp what’s being done to them; Walz endorses Jacob…

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Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly: LGBTQ grantmaking declining in the US

April Bethea and Sammy Luffy from the Funders for LGBTQ Issues join me to talk about their annual tracking report of LGBTQ grantmaking on this week’s Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly episode. Key links: https://lgbtfunders.org/newsposts/tracking-report-launch/ https://lgbtfunders.org/data-explorer/ https://lgbtfunders.org/research-item/2023-tracking-report/ https://lgbtfunders.org/research/#Data

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GhostBox Radio – Explorer’s Guide to Monstrous Cryptid Creatures Chris Gugliotti

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Chris Gugliotti about his new project “Explorer’s Guide to Monstrous Cryptid Creatures”. This will be a great 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 #ChrisGugliotti #Cryptids…

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 30, 2025

Immigration authorities use Thomas Kinkade paintings in propaganda; Powell declines to change interest rates; Jeff Stein makes his weekly appearance; bad air quality; best scenic overlooks in Minnesota; Democrats can’t get themselves on the same page; Albert Lea denies cannabis shop license; Democrats need to fight.

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Jake Wittich reports on legal claims of anti-LGBTQ discrimination at Northwestern University and Illinois Lt. Gov Juliana Stratton’s LGBTQ platform

Jake Wittich Managing Editor for Windy City Times is back to share his reporting on how a new lawsuit against Northwestern University claims the university used its ‘discrimination policy’ to justify LGBTQ+ cuts. Plus, Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton has outlined her LGBTQ+ rights platform and policy agenda for her Senate bid. Windy City Times…

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GhostBox Radio – Author Rob Gutro and The Bird Cage Theatre 7.29.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with author Rob Gutro about the Bird Cage Theatre in Tombstone, AZ. 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 past episodes: www.ghostboxradio.com Spotify:…

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 29, 2025

Oklahoma state superintendent caught watching porn; Texas senator’s long-term extramartital affair; Israel starving Gaza to death; right-wingers feel increasingly emboldened to go further and further; Matt outlines what all Democrats need to be for; Patrick Coolican joins the show; Park Tavern drunk driver sentenced; St. Paul cyberattack.

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Court blocks anti-LGBT funding cuts (for now), the Olympics kowtow to Trump, but Boston Children’s Hospital stays strong

It’s time to get on board with repealing and replacing the second amendment. Another federal court on Friday granted a temporary restraining order against the Trump administration. U.S. Olympics has banned trans women athletes. Christians who are federal employees can legally try to convert their colleagues to Christianity in the workplace. Speaking of Christians, a…

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GhostBox Radio – Paranormal Etiquette w/ Char Savoie 7.28.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with GhostBox regular Char Savoie from Charvinity to talk about etiquette anyone who is into the paranormal should follow especially in light of some of the recent celebrity deaths over the past week. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me on…

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 28, 2025

Weekend recap; Trump’s trip to Scotland; some red states roll back child labor laws; Matt sees Cabaret and realizes the trouble we’re in is deeper than he thought; Gen Z baby names; naked man found inside State Capitol; devastating financial effect on rural hospitals; state denies DOJ access to voter rools.

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Who’s really in the Epstein files, a tour of MAGA pedophiles and pornographers, and Kim Davis is back

John puts his Editor’s hat on to consider who Trump’s protecting with the Epstein files and how investigative journalists should figure it out. Plus, John and Jim go on a tour of the US identifying all the (known) MAGA elected officials who are watching porn at work or credibly accused of soliciting kids for sex.…

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Redefining Recovery Ep. 65: Supporting Minnesota Recovery Connection

Caddy is joined by Cynthia Munguia, Executive Director of Minnesota Recovery Connection. They talk about the imortance of how Minnesota Recovery Connection helps those overcoming addiction and how you can support their work going forward. Donate today at: https://engage.minnesotarecovery.org/give/236716/#!/donation/checkout

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 27: Birth order and Mental Health

Birth order. Something we hear so much about and often talk about in a jovial style regarding whether or not we fit the descriptor for our place in our family. Although, have you ever taken the time to reflect on birth order, and expectations around such, may impact our mental health? Join Becky McNattin and…

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 34: Fear Without Cause, Blame Without Proof

Unfortunately, the Big Story is about how multiple Blue state health care providers are closing their gender affirming care clinics for transgender children and youth despite there being no federal law mandating closures; they’re just caving to fear of federal subpoenas and investigations. Horrible! The Big Interview is with award-winning journalist Varsha Bansal who reports…

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Do Different Better – Ep. 61: Exit Strategy: Leave your business Without Losing Your Legacy

This week on Do.Different.Better, I’m breaking down how to exit your business like a boss—whether you’re selling it, passing it on, or planning for “what if.” What you’ll get in this episode: ✔️ What succession planning REALLY means ✔️ The real deal on how to sell a business (and what buyers want) ✔️ How to…

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Boldly Challenging Ableism – Ep. 8: Chris Farrell on Disability, Employment and Money

Katrina is joined by Chris Farrell, Senior Economics Contributor for MPR News and Marketplace. Chris talks with Katrina about limitations around disability and money. We also talk a little bit about working when you live with a disability.

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 79: (Encore) Remembering Minnesota LGBTQ+ Legend Julie Daffyd

As many of you know, we lost a trans icon and trailblazer in Minnesota recently, Julie Daffyd. In her honor, we’re replaying a conversation we had with Julie on April 13, 2024.  

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Wall of Power Radio Hour – July 26, 2025

Host Paul Metsa had a great chat with Ms. Ellen Stekert. Ms. Stekert has a long career as a folksinger, a folklorist, college professor and more. She’s had a fascinating life and recently discovered a field recording of the late great Reverend Gary Davis that she and friends recorded in NYC in 1951. Paul and…

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Living Healthy and Aging Well – July 26, 2025

Mary Gaasch and Jenny Floria of Crescent Cove joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to talk about pediatric palliative care in Minnesota. Mary is Crescent Cove’s Executive Director and Jenny is the Director of Engagement. They will talk about the families served by facilities like theirs, and what makes…

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Connections Radio Show – July 26, 2025

Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo visit with Alliance for Sustainability President and Co-Founder, Terry Gips. We explore the Alliance for Sustainability’s coming series of events at the Minnesota State Fair on Aug. 21 and 30—and their ongoing work to champion sustainability that’s ecologically sound, economically viable, socially just and humane. – www.AforS.org

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 7.25.25

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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The Matt McNeil Show – July 25, 2025

On today’s show: – Bear attack training at Japanese police departments! – Is Trump trying to cut a deal with Ghislaine Maxwell? – The Guardian reports ICE agents told a teenage US citizen: ‘You’ve got no rights.’ – ICE moves to shackle nearly 200,000 immigrants with GPS ankle monitors – A band that was supposed…

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 24, 2025

Jack Rice joins the show; Trump and Vance not on the same page right now as the administration struggles to deal with Epstein; Chuck Mangione and Hulk Hogan pass away; Mike Lindell will not have to pay out to man who disproved him; Derrick Thompson sentenced to 59 years for quintuple car crash deaths; the…

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Jack Rice with Matt – July 24, 2025

Jack is a nationally recognized and award winning criminal defense lawyer, awarded Among the Best Criminal Defense Lawyer of 2024, Minnesota Super Lawyer for 2023, Among the Best Lawyers of 2022, winner of the Minnesota Attorney of the Year Award for 2021 and founder of Jack Rice Defense. He was awarded the Professional Excellence Award…

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Food Freedom Radio – July 26, 2025

This week, Aneta Toporowska Lennartson joins the show to talk about food, music, and family at the upcoming Slavic Experience, happening Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3 at the ROC in St. Louis Park. From delicious food to fashion and culture, it’s a celebration you won’t want to miss. Learn more at slavicexperience.com. Aneta…

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GhostBox Radio – One Question Readings with Refined Divine 7.23.25

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 – July 23, 2025

French president suing right-wing pundit Candace Owens; Matt blasts a blatantly-pro-Trump Axios article; Japanese trade agreement; Jeff Stein makes his Wednesday appearance; Pam Bondi allegedly told Trump he is in the files; tropical rainstorm hits the metro; rich people want to be cool; Democratic naivety; Amir Locke’s killer still employed at MPD.

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Ozzy Osbourne’s death, Trump loses in court again, climate change lawsuit, and Christopher Kane

The Washington Blade’s Christopher Kane makes his bi-weekly appearance, plus the LGBT advocacy of the late Ozzy Osbourne, Trump loses another court case related to AIDS funding, and a landmark decision leaves countries liable to lawsuits for not mitigiating climate change.

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GhostBox Radio – Paranormal Chat: Paranormal TV #JustGreg 7.22.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, It’s #JustGreg continuing the conversation from the previous Casual Friday talking about Paranormal Television. More so how difficult it is to get on it and Greg shares his personal perspective and how he was very close to having his own show on the Travel Channel. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join…

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 22, 2025

Ozzy Osbourne passes away; Congress continues to battle over the Epstein files; Israel/Gaza conflict; Midway Cub closing; K-Pop convention comes in September; Patrick Coolican makes his Tuesday visit; crisis facing rural America’s ag sector; Amir Locke lawsuit against officer can proceed.

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GhostBox Radio – Elmwood UFO Days! 7.21.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Amy from the Elmwood UFO Days that is happening in Elmwood WI July 25-27. We will be talking about the event and a little bit of what has been seen in the skies of Elmwood. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing…

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The Matt McNeil Show – July 21, 2025

Trump’s fight against the Epstein files; Tulsi Gabbard calls for Obama’s arrest; Trump threatens to intervene in Washington Commanders’ stadium deal; Democrats don’t seem to be doing much right now; Michael Brodkorb joins the show to discuss his firebombing of his garbage can; finding the individual who attacked Michael’s house; Sen. Nicole Michell trial fallout;…

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Michael Brodkorb with Matt – July 21, 2025

I’m Michael Brodkorb. I’m a husband and a father. I work in communications, media, and research. I ran a marathon. I rescued ducklings from a sewer. I also wrote an award-winning true-crime book. Overall, I’ve done some bad – I’ve done some good. If you follow my website for updates, you’ll learn about both.

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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 130: Author and Host of The Illegal Trans Woman, Ellie Krug

Philip Anthony is joined by author and radio talk show host, Ellie Krug. Look for Ellie’s new book “Being Ellen: A Second Chance at Life” wherever fine books are sold. Ellie is also the host of “The Illegal Trans Woman” right here on AM950 radio which is broadcast right before my show every Saturday at…

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Wall of Power – July 19, 2025

Paul Metsa had a great chat with musician, songwriter and journalist Jeff Slate ahead of his appearance at the Music in the Park series in Silver Bay. They covered several topics including Slate’s interview with Bob Dylan in the Wall Street Journal. We featured a couple of Jeff’s songs as well.  

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 26: Gender Differences in Mental Wellness

Mental health conditions affect all people, across all genders. Yet, there are big differences between the way that male and female identifying individuals experience mental health issues, as well as how they respond in seeking out mental health care. Research shows that biological, social, and psychological factors all contribute to vastly different experiences. Join Becky…

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Recharging the Human Battery – Ep. 43: Reintroduction to Integrative Health

Dr. Stefano Sinicropi highlights integrative health and how it is different than what you’re usually exposed to with traditional healthcare. We talk about what Dr. Sinicropi has learned, his own transformation, how integrative health compares and where to find those types of providers.

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 78: Parents of Trans Kids Part 2

In part 2 of our series on trans parents, Andi and Rina continue their conversation with two Moms who have some incredible trans and gender fluid children. They’ll talk about navigating family relationships, finding community, communicating with schools and how they became advocates.

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Do Different Better – Ep. 60: Designing Wealth That Starts With Community

What if wealth-building didn’t start with gatekeepers, but with community-driven visionaries? In this episode of the Do.Different.Better Show, I sit down with Cindy Willard, the powerhouse behind Capital Activation at @impactcharitable — where they’ve moved $82M+ into 18 investment pathways intentionally designed to expand ownership, opportunity, and generational wealth using some new financial instruments like…

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 33: Hegseth’s Anti-Woke Crusade + Progress Lost with Nick Alm

This week’s Big Story is about how US Secy of Defense Pete Hegseth’s efforts against “wokeism” resulted in passing over a rear admiral for promotion because nearly a decade ago there were drag shows on the aircraft carrier the admiral commanded. Hegseth also ordered that a Navy oil tender named after gay rights icon Harvey…

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