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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 69: Heading to North Dakota for Trans Visibility and Advocacy
This week, I’m preparing to head West to Fargo and Moorhead, continuing my mission to bring visibility to places where our community is often kept in the shadows. In this “Talking Head” show, the first Big Story focuses on a disturbing new trend of anti-trans ballot measures in Washington and Maine that seek to ban…
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Read MoreDo Different Better – Ep. 96: Why Investing Triggers Anxiety—and Why You’re Not Crazy
If investing makes you feel tense, obsessive, or like you’re always one “wrong move” away from regret—this episode is for you. **Investing anxiety** doesn’t usually come from ignorance. It comes from **uncertainty + too many options + too much information + no decision framework**. So you second-guess, you doomscroll, you check your accounts, you hesitate,…
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Read MoreSorting Through Life – Ep. 13: Architect Ashley Mitlyng On Designing A Home That Grows With You
Colleen Waterston chats with architect Ashley Mitlyng about why a “surgical” approach to home renovation is often better than just building more square footage. They dig into the real-world process of rethinking your space to fit your lifestyle, whether you’re navigating a growing family or planning to age in place comfortably. Between the architecture talk,…
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Read More“Living Healthy and Aging Well” 3.28.2026
Joining host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” from Helping Paws is Community Outreach Coordinator & Volunteer Recruiter Andy Johnson, Volunteer Dog Trainer Katy Shannon, Graduate Susan Smith, and Assistant Dog Humphrey. They will talk about the life-changing role of assistance dogs from Helping Paws, a local non-profit in Eden Prairie. Serving veterans…
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 3.27.26
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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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 27, 2026
Stock market numbers are way down; ground troops in Iran; Republicans building a national voter database; Jack Rice joins; previewing No Kings; GOP Rep. Elliott Engen arrested on suspicion of DWI; author Bob Frame joins; dancing!
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Author Bob Frame (3/27/26)
Matt McNeil was joined by author Bob Frame to talk about his new book, Making Mill City: Flour and Fortune in Minneapolis. Find the book at: https://www.upress.umn.edu/9780816667604/making-mill-city/
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Jack Rice (3/27/26)
Matt is joined by attorney and former CIA case officer Jack Rice. They dive deep into the Iran war and whether the feds need to provide Minnesota evidence in regards to the Renee Good and Alex Pretti killings.
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Read MoreSkylar Lyralen Kaye’s Bachelorx. Bobuq Sayed’s No God But Us
Skylar Lyralen Kaye (of the hit web series Assigned Female at Birth) joins us to discuss their new memoir: Bachelorx. THEN: For Bobuq Sayed’s debut novel No God But Us, Publishers Weekly named Bobuq one of PW’s Spring 2026 Writers to Watch. They join us to talk all about No God But Us. Connect with…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 26, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot: Robert Lilligren of NACDI
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 26, 2026
Bonkers Cabinet meetings features Trump touting potential ground operation in Iran; potential Trump statue claim in Venezuela; how many troops would actually need to be deployed to have a chance in Iran?; No Kings rallies this weekend; Mike Lindell held in civil contempt; more about the garbage people of Action 4 Liberty; the horrific conditions…
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Read MoreBuilding Trans Power in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition’s Deputy Director Kelsey R. Grunstra joins us to today to unpack MTPC’s current advocacy priorities (S.2725, H.2656, 2.681/H.1188), their 2026 Community Needs Assessment, as well as MTPC’s resources on Intersectional Trans Civic Education Curriculum and Identity Document Assistance. Connect with MTPC here: https://www.masstpc.org On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masstpc/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/massachusetts-transgender-political-coalition/ On…
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Dealing with Entity Attachments with Matt Schmidt 3.25.26
Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Quantum Healing Practitioner Matt Schmidt. Matt with be talking about dealing with Entity Attachments and we will break that all down tonight. 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…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 25, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot, Vin Dion of Indigenous Protector Movement and Wendy Pilot
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 25, 2026
Reality star’s assault and abuse charges; US government’s insolvency; strained markets; social media giants found liable for mental health issues in younger people; Iran war updates; right-wingers’ heinous depiction of Hortman; state representative followed by ICE; John Crippen of the Hennepin History Museum visits; innocent woman held for months by Fargo police on AI facial…
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Read MoreJohn Crippen with Matt – March 25, 2026
John Crippen is Executive Director at Hennepin History Museum.
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Read MoreDems Flip Florida Seat. Chicago HIV Funding Mismatched
Democrats flipped the legislative seat that represents Mar-a-Lago. But it was a low turnout election, so should we temper our excitement? Colorado has passed a conversion therapy law that will allow people to sue people practicing conversion therapy. Plus, Jake Wittich is back reporting on these stories: Illinois primary: LGBTQ+ candidates secure state and local…
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Do Passed Loved Ones Come to Us in Dreams? #JustGreg 3.24.26
Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks about loved ones that visit us in dreams? When we dream about them, is it really them? Are there things that we can see in dreams that tell us it’s really them? 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:…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 24, 2026
Host Robert Pilot is joined by Sunshine Thomas-Bear and Gayla Whitewater of HISGEXJI HORAK. Then, Isaac Garcia and Buffy Smith talk about why you should consider Dougherty Family College.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 24, 2026
Cornhole player allegedly involved in murder; federal government struggles; Iran vows to fight to the end; breaking down Kristi Noem cronyism; White House pays billion dollar to a foreign energy company; US government is insolvent; Trump continues to push deportations of service members; Patrick Coolican’s weekly visit; Minnesota sues federal government over ICE killings investigations;…
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Read MoreBrett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (3/24/26)
Brett has our Tuesday conversation with the editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, Patrick Coolican. Today they talked about Medicaid funding possibly being restored to Minnesota, the financial crisis with HCMC and Michele Tafoya’s abortion stances. Learn more about what they talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2026/03/23/whats-going-on-with-minnesota-medicaid-funding/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2026/03/24/hennepin-county-medical-center-is-an-important-statewide-asset-and-must-be-saved/
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Read MoreNo Kings Protest Previews for MN and Chicago. Plus, Vincent Tirado’s New Novel. Description:
In Vincent Tirado’s new novel: Demons clash with inheritance claims as secrets unfold and violence is unleashed over twelve harrowing hours trapped in a house with the worst thing imaginable: family. They join us to discuss You Should Have Been Nicer To My Mom. Buy You Should Have Been Nicer To My Mom here: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9780063383234 …
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Secrets of a Starseed w/ Author Suzanne Worthley 3.23.26
Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg welcomes the return of Author Suzanne Worthley as we talk about her most recent book, “Secrets of a Starseed: A Galactic Journey in a Human Body”. Have you ever felt like there’s more to reality than what you’ve been told-sensed a calling you can’t quite explain or…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 23, 2026
Robert Pilot is joined by Nick Tilsen.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 23, 2026
Video Chuck Norris released in 2012; Trump claims talking to Iran, which Iran denies; ICE begins deployments to airports during government shutdown; Trump has Columbus statue installed at White House; No Kings rally preview; another Chappell Roan moment; diving into the tie in the state house; Tafoya attacks abortion laws; Duluth cemetery erosion.
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Read MoreAnti-Transgender Healthcare “Declaration” Struckdown
A federal judge has struck down RFK Jr’s anti-transgender healthcare “declaration.” Lindsey Middlecamp, a Special Counsel for the Rule of Law with the Minnesota Attorney General’s office, returns to unpack the ruling and what it means for healthcare clinics and systems moving forward. Then White House Correspondent for the Washington Blade Joe Reberkenny is back…
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Read MoreEpisode 87 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch
This week Bruce continues his theme of economic concerns, then moves into the SAVE Act and how it’s far less popular than Republicans insist, plus Bruce’s open letter to Chief Justice Roberts.
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Read MoreRECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 29: Navigating Today’s Market with Matt Berna
It’s been a little while since we last talked with Matt Berna, and there’s a lot to catch up on! Paige, broker and founder of the Real Estate Collaborative, sits down with returning guest Matt Berna, one of our show sponsors and now a lender with Bell Bank, an equal housing lender. Matt shares his…
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Read MoreRedefining Recovery Ep. 96 – Caddy and Sarah
Caddy and Sarah have a wide-ranging in-depth conversation today.
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Read MoreBoldly Challenging Ableism – S2 E4: Navigating Neurodiversity and Self Advocacy with Adam Ruff
Katrina Simon sits down with Adam Ruff from Advocating Change Together to talk about his journey and work in the disability community. They dive into the personal side of being neurodivergent and the unique hurdles of living with a non-apparent disability. It is an insightful look at how self-advocacy and community leadership are making a…
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Read MoreDo Different Better – Ep. 95: Money Boundaries: Stop Being the Family CFO
Are you the one everyone calls when they’re short on rent, behind on bills, or “just need a little help”? If you feel responsible for everyone else’s financial stability—this episode is for you. Elaine breaks down how people become the default ‘Family CFO’, why it’s so hard to stop (guilt, loyalty, scarcity history), and the…
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Read MoreFood Freedom Radio – March 21, 2026
Laura Hedlund sits down with agroecologist Liz Carlisle and Aubrey Streit Krug from The Land Institute to dive into their new book, Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Agriculture. You’ll hear all about how switching from short-lived annual crops to deep-rooted perennials like Kernza and fruit trees can actually heal our soil while feeding our…
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Read MoreDownright Upright Show Ep. 163: Charlene
Do you remember the huge Billboard hit “I’ve Never Been to Me” from The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert? Then don’t miss Philip’s interview with the singer who sang that big smash hit, Charlene! Listen to an emotional conversation with the one and only Charlene!
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Read MoreThe Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 68: Zen Buddhism and the Fight for Trans Rights in Idaho
This week’s Big Story is a series of draconian hits to the trans community, starting in Idaho where the legislature passed HB 752, a bathroom bill that attaches a felony charge and up to five years in prison for a second “offense” of a trans person simply using a restroom that aligns with their identity.…
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 61: The Science of Neuroaesthetics and Mental Wellness
Ever notice how your brain just exhales when you step into a beautiful, sunlit room or a lush garden? Becky and Tara talk about the science of neuroaesthetics, breaking down exactly why our brains crave those aesthetically pleasing vibes and how they actually trigger the same neural networks we use for self-reflection. From the magic…
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Read MoreSorting Through Life – Ep. 12: Furniture Re-finishing
Colleen Waterston sits down with Natalie from Truckload Transformations to talk about the real sweat equity that goes into turning dated furniture into high-end statement pieces. You’ll hear about Natalie’s journey from a college side hustle in her mom’s garage to running a professional refinishing business in a bustling warehouse where the community is just…
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Read MoreLiving Healthy and Aging Well – March 21, 2026
Stacey joins host Ken Haglind on the radio show Living Healthy and Aging Well to explore the experiences of cancer, chronic health issues, and grief—life events that profoundly change many aspects of daily life and can significantly affect coping and mental health. Stacey Allen is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and the owner of…
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Read MoreConnections Radio Show – March 21, 2026
Host Laurie Fitz continues our series on Jewish Voices, Today’s show highlights UnXeptable a movement group founded by Israeli expats here in the US who are standing up to save democracy and human rights in Israel. We are focusing on how ordinary citizens can come together and make a difference in the fight to preserve democracy – both here and in…
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 3.20.26
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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Read MoreNative Roots Radio 3.20.2026
Host Robert Pilot is joined by State Sen. Mary Kunesh for a new update, then we replay our conversation with Beth Castle Warrior Women from earlier this week
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 20, 2026
Sean Duffy and his son-in-law’s congressional comapign; Chuck Norris dies; Iran war and chaos in the Middle East; Pete Hegseth lies about conversations with gold star families; MAGA fooled by AI soldier; the groups Trump patched together into MAGA; economic woes; Twin Cities residents offered Profile in Courage Award by JFK Presidential Library; massive No…
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Read MoreMichael Brodkorb with Matt – March 20, 2026
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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Read MoreBuffy Revamped’s Jacob Jackson. Plus, Ilana Masad’s Queer Book Recs
Buffy Revamped is closing this weekend at Chicago’s Studebaker Theatre. Its star Jacob Jackson is our guest today. Buffy Revamped is all 144 episodes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as told through the eyes of the one person who knows it inside out… Spike. It was Officially the Best Reviewed Comedy Show of Edinburgh Festival…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 19, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot: MN State Rep Heather Keeler and later on Ruth Anna Bufalo MIWRC
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 19, 2026
The DMV doesn’t suck; extreme heat in the southwest; Trump’s awful attempt at humor with the Japanese PM; consequences of attacking Kharg Island; are members of the US Government more loyal to Netanyahu than the US; senior citizen happy hour; controversy with the new season of the Bachelorette; Sean Duffy using transportation lobbyists to help…
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Read MoreUnpack This For Me: LGBTQ+ Media Landscape
Dana Piccoli is the Managing Director of News is Out and the founder of Queer Media Matters. She hosts the new podcast limited series: The Map of Us. It takes a deep dive into the groundbreaking 2025 LGBTQ+ Media Mapping Project which explores queer news deserts, shrinking revenues, safety and reporting under threat, and collaboration.…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 18, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot Little Moments Count with Kateri DeShaw and Rachel Smith and Beth Castle Warrior Women
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 18, 2026
10 most popular dog breeds; man vanzalizes Seattle museum; Fed keeps rates stable; Israel attacks Iranian oil infrastructure; Jeff Stein returns this week; CVS torn down in St. Paul; shrimp troubles; school threats; Markwayne Mullin nomination hearingsl Walz releases supplemental budget proposal; Rogers basketball team alleged sexual assaults in hazing; Paige Bueckers makes big donation…
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Read MoreJeff Stein with Matt – March 18, 2026
Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo and the Iowa Politics Report joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30 to cover national politics.
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Read More20 States Sue RFK Jr. Over Healthcare
In December of last year, Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr, issued a so-called “declaration” slamming gender affirming care. Now 20 states have sued him to block his attempts to end gender affirming care in America. Joining us to discuss this case is an attorney from the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office working on the…
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Read MoreNative American Patriot Talk – Ep. 3: The Battle for Civil Liberties from Minnesota to Overseas Wars
Chase Iron Eyes is back to dig into what it really means to be a patriot when your rights feel like they’re under fire from every direction. He takes a hard look at everything from corporate tyranny and ICE raids in Minnesota to the dangerous foreign policy moves happening overseas in Iran. It’s a heavy…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 17, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot, Kahomy Weston and Kayla Pollard of Owámniyomni Okhódayapi March 21, to celebrate the Spring Equinox and a new engagement space on the riverfront.Arvina Martin consultant!
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Read MoreBrett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (3/17/26)
Brett has our weekly conversation with Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer. Today they talk about the Minnesota legislature looking to ban online prediction markets and follow the case of a Minnesota woman with no criminal record and a serious medical condition being held at an ICE facility in Texas. Read more about what they…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 17, 2026
Dermot Flanagan makes his annual St. Patrick’s Day appearance; Trump makes up his own realities; Patrick Coolican is back this week; national counterterrorism head quits over Iran war; who duped Trump into going into Iran?; Sgt. Amor laid to rest at Fort Snelling; woman dies in Bloomington jail; measles outbreak in North Dakota; Allina Health…
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Read MoreDermot Flanagan with Matt – March 17, 2026
A personal friend of Matt’s, Dermot Flanagan makes his annual St. Patrick’s Day visit to discuss Ireland and Irish perspectives on world events.
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Read MoreConversion Therapy Bans. Talarico on Trans Rights and TX runoff elections
As we await the SCOTUS ruling on conversion therapy bans (Chiles v Salazar), Equality Illinois CEO Channyn Lynne Parker and Conversion Therapy Survivor Network’s President Curtis Lopez-Galloway join us to discuss what’s at stake, including a new resource: The Illinois Conversion Therapy Legal Accountability Guide. Get the guide here: https://www.naswil.org/post/coalition-launches-powerful-new-weapon-against-conversion-therapy?nvep=&hmac=&emci=c00c0976-32d4-f011-8195-000d3a1d58aa&emdi=ea000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000001&ceid= Connect with Equality Illinois: https://www.equalityillinois.us…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 16, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot: Dr. Stately of NACC and Wendy Pilot
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 16, 2026
Cliff Schecter joins the show to talk politics and preview Wednesday’s Substack-a-Palooza; Trump being outsmarted on Iran War and the strait; markets up today; Meta rumored to be planning large layoffs; Oscars recap; RFK’s vaccine guidelines struck down in court; more stupidity from the 8th Congressional District rep; administration pursuing voter data; last uncovered area…
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Read MoreCliff Schecter with Matt – March 16, 2026
Cliff Schecter didn’t just discover the GOP’s bad, find our voices & switch sides. We’ve been at it for 25 yrs. Cliff wrote the ads that helped Biden beat Trump in ’20. David exposed GOP corruption as an Emmy-winning anchor at MSNBC & CNN. https://www.blueamp.co/subscribe
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Read MoreTarget boycott over? The Save Act. Plus: New Freddie Mercury Ballet
Three big stories we’re covering today. The media is reporting the boycott against Target is over. But is it? Has Target actually changed course? Ulla Nilsen from Unidos MN joins us to discuss. Connect with Unidos MN here: https://unidos-mn.org Ballet Co.Labortary has a new ballet based on Freddie Mercury called Freddie: Break Free. It runs…
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Read MoreRedefining Recovery – Ep. 95 (Encore): Empowerment & Employment – How Twin Cities Rise Supports Recovery
This episode originally aired November 1, 2025: Sarah Kemp welcomes Leila Hussein and Alex Merrit from Twin Cities Rise to the show. They discuss their organization’s mission to end generational poverty through personal empowerment, career training, and meaningful employment. The conversation also highlights the program’s powerful impact on the recovery community, its “Fair Chance” hiring…
Read MoreWall of Power Radio Hour – March 14, 2026
Host Paul Metsa had a great conversation with two founding members of the legendary Twin Cities celtic band Boiled in Lead, Todd Menton (guitar) and Drew Miller (bass). They chatted about the history of the band that was formed in 1983, their influences, great shows they have played and their new record Kings of the…
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Read MoreFood Freedom Radio – March 14, 2026
Laura Hedlund hosts a soulful roundtable discussion on how urban agriculture is literally planting the seeds of change across Minnesota. This episode features a deep dive with community heavyweights like Brett Olson, Michael Chaney, Britt Howell, Courtney Tchida, Dawn Lamm, Lane Brown, and farmer Jane Matayo Windsperger as they explore the intersection of food security,…
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 60: Finding Meaning
“He who has a why to live for can bear almost any how.” While we often hear that finding purpose is the key to resilience, searching for it in the middle of a chaotic life can feel like an impossible task. Join hosts Becky McNattin and Tara Martini as they explore Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search…
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Read MoreDo Different Better – Ep. 94: High Earners, High Fixed Costs: The New Financial Fragility
**High Earners, High Fixed Costs: The New Financial Fragility** You’re making good money and still feel financially fragile—and it’s not because you’re “bad with money.” It’s because your ‘fixed-cost load’ is eating your ‘optionality’. In this episode, Elaine breaks down why income can mask instability, how lifestyle commitments quietly become financial handcuffs, and how to…
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Read MoreBoldly Challenging Ableism – S2 E3: Faith, Mental Health, and Finding Your Voice with Guest Joe Carr
Katrina is joined by disability advocate Joe Carr. Joe gets real about the often-overlooked connection between mental health and disability. He opens up about his personal journey, from the challenges of feeling misunderstood to finding deep support in his faith and the people who truly see him. It’s a powerful conversation about the importance of…
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Read MoreThe Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 67: West Virginia Legal Blows and the Fight for Assigned Media
I’m diving deep into a West Virginia federal appeals court ruling that has me absolutely floored. The court decided to deny Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming surgeries, and what’s truly chilling is the judge’s reasoning. He essentially argued that it’s rational for a legislature to encourage citizens to “appreciate” their sex rather than becoming “disdainful” of…
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Read MoreRECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 28, Pt 2 of 2: Housing in Action is Building Community in Minneapolis
In this episode of RECkoning with Real Estate, we’re once again joined by AsaleSol Young, Executive Director of Housing in Action. This week, we explore another side of Housing in Action’s work – their ever-important legislative and policy efforts. Learn about Housing in Action’s deep understanding of the economic pressures and safety concerns of renters,…
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Read MoreEpisode 86 of Politics Matters with Bruce Klopfleisch
Bruce discusses the DFL convention he attended last weekend (and how you can be involved), and more bad economic news coming from Washington.
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Read MoreDownright Upright Show Ep. 162: Nikkolette Krumheur
Host Philip Anthony is joined by Nikkolette Krumheur, owner of Nikkolette’s Macarons, a valued sponsor of AM950. Check out Nikkolette’s Macarons in Plymouth off Highway 169 and 36th Avenue, or visit https://www.nikkolettesmacarons.com/
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Read MoreSorting Through Life – Ep. 11: How to Finally Master Your Inbox with Ellen Faye
Ready to conquer your inbox once and for all? Colleen Waterston sits down with productivity coach Ellen Faye to flip the script on how we handle the daily deluge of emails. They dive into Ellen’s “productivity for how you are wired” philosophy, offering practical, judgment-free strategies to move from inbox overwhelm to total control. Whether…
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Read MoreQueer Spirit Radio – March 2026
TanyaMarck Oviedo (they/them) and Nick Venegoni (he>they) of the Queer Spirit Community + Podcast join us here on the Gaily Show on the 2nd Saturday of each month. During this time they share support and care practices to help us all navigate these challenging times together while staying mindfully informed. Queer Spirit is an inclusive…
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Read MoreLiving Healthy and Aging Well 3.14.2026
Kaitlin Dages, Founder and CEO of LivWell Partners, and Dr. Theresa B. Skaar, Social Psychologist, join host Ken Haglind on Living Healthy and Aging Well to share their solutions that foster mental health engagement and support within organizations. LivWell Partners is designed with purpose, committed to creating mental health engagement solutions that are innovative, compassionate, and deeply…
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Read MoreConnections Radio 3.14.2026
Host Laurie Fitz engages in conversations with Prime Productions about their World Premiere of ABUELITA – by Nathan Yungerberg – and directed by Shay Cage – the show will be playing at the Capri Theatre March 14th through the 29th. More information can be found about the play at PrimeProds.org. ABUELITA is a great story and celebration!…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 13, 2026
Oscars preview; Trump admin. dishonoring fallen Capitol police officers; Pete Hegseth makes a fool of himself; marines being sent to Iran; the farm bill is a big handout to rich people; get your colonoscopy; someone tried that in a small town; the tarantula thrower is back; thoughts on continuing the Target boycott; Ex-DOJ attorney who…
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Read MoreDinosaur World Live and Hungry Like The Wolf
Dinosaur World Live is now playing at Children’s Theatre in Minneapolis through April 5th. Joining us from the show is Sebastian Chambers. Sebastian is an actor, mover and award-winning puppeteer whose credits include Glyndebourne Opera, Theatre Peckham and Hours Theatre Company. Connect with Sebastian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sebchambers_/ For tickets to Dinosaur World Live and more…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 12, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot, Robert Lilligren CEO NACDI Robert is enrolled in the White Earth Ojibwe Nation. He served for 12 years as the Vice President of the Minneapolis City Council, the first Tribal member elected to public office in the City of Minneapolis. Natalie Rademacher Grand Portage Ojibwe descendant Communications Coordinator MAIC.
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio Presents: Controlled Fire – Ep. 4: Breaking the Stigma of Addiction in Native Communities
Hunter Thundercloud, Arrow Funmaker, and Dr. Alec Thundercloud sit down to chat about the heavy stuff—the multi-layered stigma around addiction and mental health in Native communities. They get into how everything from cultural beliefs to systemic barriers and even historical trauma makes it tough for people to reach out for help. It’s a real, honest…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 12, 2026
Attacks on Michigan synagogue and Old Dominion University in Virginia; sad loss of another soldier; Iran War updates; Dr. Joe Eastman makes his return to the show; MRI day; bill to integrate discredited reproductive health; expedited asylum hearings; Champlin city councilor resigns; Joy Dolo also returns to discuss theater and movies.
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Read MoreJoy Dolo with Matt – March 12, 2026
Joy Dolo is an Theater Artist based in Minnesota. She has worked on stages all over the Twin Cities and beyond for over a decade. She is a co-founder of Blackout Improv, the first all black improv group in MN. She Hosts American Public Media’s podcast “Forever Ago”, a history show for kids! She is…
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Read MoreDr. Joe Eastman with Matt – March 12, 2026
Dr. Joe Eastman is an expert disease modeler who frequently discusses COVID, flu, measles, and more on the Matt McNeil Show.
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Read MoreUnpack This For Me: Lockerroom Talk and How Political Are Sports?
Brianne Brinker is back with a new piece examining the Olympics and what the Men’s Hockey Team shows us about the current state of sports. Which led me to ask: how political are sports these days? Brianne is a former NCAA Division I men’s hockey goalie and coach who publicly transitioned in her 50s while…
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – Some of Greg’s Favorite Investigations #JustGreg 3.11.26
Tonight Greg shares some of his favorite investigations and some of the stuff that happened there.
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 11, 2026
March 11th 2026 Native Roots Radio Presents Minneapolis American Indian Relations. Guest Host Christine McDonald Guests: Officer Kompelien, Lt. Mohamad and Karem Black.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 11, 2026
Actress Jennifer Runyon passes away; today’s Iran War update; deficit out of control; rich people aren’t piling money for your sake; New Hampshire special election flips Republican seat; State Fair artifacts up for bid; uninsured rate jumps; state GOP pushes for school vouchers; Target makes concessions to try to end boycott.
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Read MoreChicago’s New ICE Accountability Database. Plus: sexual experimentation with AI?
TO START: The 4th Circuit Court of Appeals has just handed down a truly disturbing ruling about transgender healthcare that has legal implications for all Americans. PLUS: We’re going to discuss the implications of a new report that says people are having relationships with (and sexually experimenting with) AI. What?! THEN: Jake Wittich, Managing Editor…
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – The Doomsday Clock #JustGreg 3.10.26
Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg explores the history of the Doomsday Clock. The hand gets closer to midnight but should we be worried? This is a non-political discussion of what is happening around us and what the Doomsday Clock could mean. 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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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 10, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot today on Native Roots Radio: Actor, musician, and frontman of Gary Farmer and the TroubleMakers, Gary Farmer, and our political consultant Arvina Martin, bringing insight and conversation on today’s important issues in Indian Country and beyond.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 10, 2026
Chappell Roan vs. the paparazzi; MAGA tourists claim hostile reception in Ireland; Iran war; Dana DuBois talks AI; Patrick Coolican’s weekly visit; tourism taking a hit; Alex Rodriguez meets with Trump.
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Read MoreBrett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (3/10/26)
Brett has our weekly conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Today they talk about the Trump administration making wire transfers harder for Somali immigrants, a possible Allina doctors strike and AI regulation at the state legislature. Find more about what they talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2026/03/10/feds-making-it-harder-for-immigrants-to-send-money-to-family/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/hundreds-of-allina-doctors-authorize-open-ended-strike-as-negotiations-enter-third-year/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/minnesota-lawmakers-seek-to-regulate-artificial-intelligence/
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Read MoreDana DuBois with Matt – March 10, 2026
Memoir and cultural essays about love, politics, parenting, and midlife selfhood. New and old work gathered into one living practice of writing out loud — using art and storytelling to reclaim power in chaotic times.
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Read MoreAmerican Samoans Prosecuted for Voting. Iran War. New Dem Poll
Alex Burness joins us to discuss his investigative reporting into the persecution American Samoans face just for voting. Despite having US Passports and US Social Security numbers, they are not considered US Citizens. And the US government is arresting them for voting. Read the article here: https://boltsmag.org/prosecuted-for-voting-american-samoans-alaska/ Read all of Alex’s reporting for Bolts Magazine…
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Read MoreGhostBox Radio – 30 Real Signs from the Afterlife w/ Author Melissa St Hilaire 3.09.26
Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author Melissa St Hilaire as we talk about her book, “30 Real Signs from the Afterlife: Recognizing and Understanding Messages from Lost Loved Ones”. This is going to be a great conversation especially if you ever wondered if you have been visited by your loved…
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Read MoreNative Roots Radio – March 9, 2026
Joining Robert Pilot: Dr. Stately of NACC and Wendy Pilot
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – March 9, 2026
Weekend recap; more questions about how we got to such a low point; accusation of Yrimp rape released; Trump can’t be bothered to be respectful to the fallen soldiers returning; identity of solder who died released; US linked to school bombing; oil price surge; right-wing outlet advertising on Wild games; the warning of NASCAR’s fall;…
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Read MoreNoem is Out. Gov Walz Testifies. Iran War. Plus, Abuelita at The Capri Theatre
Luis Argenta from Unidos Minnesota joins us to discuss Kristi Noem’s ouster, plus Governor Walz and AG Ellison testifying before Congress. Then: Should the LGBTQ community support the Iran War? Finally, Abuelita opens at The Capri Theatre on March 19th. Written by queer playwright Nathan Yungerberg, Abuelita follows Davia, who has come from Iowa after…
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Read MoreWall of Power – March 7, 2026
Host Paul Metsa had a fascinating chat with his old buddy Keith Secola. Keith grew up on the Iron Range and over the years became a leader in the Native Americana Music movement. He is a great songwriter who has won many awards over the years. He recently performed with the great John Densmore of…
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Read MoreBoldly Challenging Ableism – S2 E2: Fighting for Better Air Travel Standards with Rob Wudlick
This week we feature Rob Wudlick, an industrial engineer and dedicated advocate for spinal cord injury research. Rob joins Katrina Simon to share the frustrating reality of air travel for wheelchair users, from the nightmare of having a custom chair mangled by an airline to the constant battle for better accessibility standards. It’s a candid…
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Read MoreFeels Out Loud – Ep. 59: The Window of Tolerance
Ever feel like you’ve hit a wall or are ready to jump out of your skin when stress hits? You might be sliding out of your “Window of Tolerance.” Join Becky McNattin and guest host Amanda Sullivan as they explore how our past shapes our capacity to cope and why being “regulated” isn’t just about…
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