The Matt McNeil Show – December 5, 2025

On today’s show: — The 2026 World Cup draw was today, and FIFA awarded Trump a “peace prize” — The Jan. 6 pipe bomb guy at the DNC headquarters may have already been pardoned already by Trump. — RFK changes vaccine recommendations for Hepatitis B. — Thoughts on the WBD sale to Netflix. — How…

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The Matt McNeil Show – December 4, 2025

Admiral questioned on second boat strike that killed survivors; Jan 6-associated alleged pipe bomber arrested; CDC postpones decisiosn to restrict Hep B vaccinations; San Francisco files lawsuits over ultra-processed foods; school districts overpaying for school supplies from Amazon; Christmas cookie contest; mountain lion spotted in Duluth; Lutsen Resort owner charged with arson; environmental groups targeted…

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The Matt McNeil Show – December 2, 2025

Government may end Hepatitis B vaccinations for children; very specific typo on Pete Hegsseth’s placard; more scrutiny of US boat strikes and Trump’s hypocritical pardon of former Honduran president; Jennifer Carnahan claims she was assaulted; Patrick Coolican joins the show with Brett; false racist stories target Somali community.

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Brett with Patrick Coolican (12/2/25)

Brett has our weekly conversation with the editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, Patrick Coolican. Today they talked about a new federal investigation about alleged ties between Somali-Americans convicted of stealing money from public programs and al-Shabaab, Tim Walz going on Meet the Press and more. Find more about what they talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/12/02/trump-administration-orders-up-investigation-of-minnesota-stepping-on-their-own-prosecutors/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/12/02/first-step-for-walz-take-responsibility/…

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The Matt McNeil Show – December 1, 2025

Thanksgiving weekend recap; Cyber Monday; White House releases MRI results; anecdotes from Thanksgiving weekend; friction between Trump and some state politicians around the country; ongoing MnDOT issues long after Pawlenty is gone; man sentenced to paltry jail time for DUI ATV death; some good things happening in rural Minnesota; paid leave on the horizon.

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (11/25/25)

Brett was joined by editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, Patrick Coolican. They talked about Right-wing reporting on Somali money allegedly going to al-Shabaab and more a super PAC dropping big money in the Minnesota’s US Senate primary. Find more about what they talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/11/25/right-wing-reporting-on-somali-money-going-to-al-shabaab-is-sloppy/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/11/24/minnesota-dfl-leaders-respond-to-trumps-attacks-on-somali-minnesotans/

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 25, 2025

Woman thought to be dead wakes up right before scheduled cremation; Trump administration escalates against Democrats accused of telling the military not to violate illegal orders; another anti-vaxxer nominated for HHS post; the cruelty of the GOP as we aooriach Thanksgiving; Blue Cross ending gym subsidies for seniors; Patrick Coolican returns; Michael Brodkorb previews the…

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 24, 2025

Slender Man ssupect temporarily escapes custody; criminal cases against Comey and James thrown out; Terry John Zila joins for his annual Thanksgiving food discussion; first winter storm approaching this week; sports roundup; housing price crisis; Mamdani visits Trump in the White House; fencing installed along largely Native streets; heartlessness of billionaires.

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Terry John Zila with Matt – November 24, 2025

Terry John Zila has been experimenting in the kitchen his entire life. Twenty years in the restaurant industry has exposed him to a wide variety of cooking styles. In his private dining and corporate events and in-home cooking classes, he uses that culinary knowledge to create unique events. Whatever cuisine you might like, be it…

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 21, 2025

On today’s show: — Trumpflation impacting Thanksgiving meals. — Terrible jobs numbers and more layoffs are on the way. — Dr. Joe Eastman joins for an update. — Octopus’s are smart. — MNDOT’s no fun police. — A mother alleges Medicaid fraud after her son, who needed daily care, was found dead. — Michael Brodkorb…

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Matt McNeil with Dr. Joe Eastman (11/21/25)

Dr. Joe Eastman joins Matt to talk about a rising COVID-19 variant, a poorly matched seasonal flu strain, and escalating measles outbreaks that could cost the U.S. its elimination status. He stressed concern over avian influenza (bird flu) acquiring human-to-human transmission, noting that continuous disease spread and deregulation are increasing overall vulnerability.

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 20, 2025

Grocery prep run for Thanksgiving; economic numbers; Jessica Lussenhop, co-author of a story about church abuse in Duluth, joins to discuss the story; Trump continues to lie that he had no connection to Epstein; Jessie Diggins announces final season of events; Trump accuses Democratic lawmakers of sedition; opioid settlement money; Addie Gorlin-Han returns to discuss…

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Addie Gorlin-Han with Matt – November 20, 2025

Addie Gorlin-Han is the director of the Guthrie Theater’s presentation of A Christmas Carol, running now through December 28. https://www.guthrietheater.org/shows-and-tickets/a-christmas-carol/ Addie is a director, producer, and educator invested in the regional theater movement, new musical development, and theater for all-ages. She works as Associate Producer at the Guthrie Theater. Addie grew up in the Twin…

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Jessica Lussenhop with Matt – November 20, 2025

Before becoming the host of our upcoming podcast, I was a reporter with ProPublica’s Midwest team covering Minnesota, my home state. I wrote about issues affecting vulnerable populations with a special interest in child welfare, criminal justice and housing. My reporting has changed state housing laws and touched off enforcement actions by the Minnesota attorney…

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 19, 2025

We need to admit Trump is not well; Jeff Stein returns for his Wednesday conversation; grandmother arrested after children found unresponsive; state trooper accused of groping; Matt talks soybeans; Minnesota property taxes expected to rise across the board; Target partners with OpenAI amid struggles.

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 18, 2025

Just how evil is Trump?; decline of water quality; court blocks Texas redistricting; Patrick Coolican makes his Tuesday visit; confrontation between ICE agents and community in St. Paul; underage sex sting nets an ICE agent; Metro Transit will pay out settlement.

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (11/18/25)

It’s our weekly conversation with the editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, Patrick Coolican. Today’s topics include DFLers making a big bet on paid family leave and Lisa Demuth announcing she will abide by the Republican endorsement. Find more about the paid family leave article at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/11/18/minnesota-democrats-make-a-big-bet-on-paid-leave/

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 17, 2025

Tom Cruise will get lifetime achievement award; Matt talks radio and AI; economic bubble; Trump’s about-face on the Epstein documents release; Matt sees A Christmas Carol; 10 years since the police killing of Jamar Clark; Appleton prison debate; UCare will go out of business; state legislative retirements.

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 13, 2025

On today’s show: — Insanely high grocery bills — MAGA will always excuse Trump no matter what — A look at skyrocketing healthcare costs. — Lies from the Trump regime about economic information. — Inexpensive holiday gift ideas. — Katseye comes to Minnesota! — Krispy Kreme returns! — Why Matt sometimes loses patience with rural…

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 12, 2025

More Epstein documents released that look bad for Trump; Jeff Stein joins to continue the discussion around the Epstein files vote; northern lights; underage drunk driver crashed with care home passengers; in Duluth; Hennepin County Attorney’s Office shortcomings; Maren Ward pf zAmya Theater speaks with Matt.

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Maren Ward with Matt – November 12, 2025

MAREN WARD is a Twin Cities performer, director and community-based theater maker – named Best Theater Performer of 2018 in MN Monthly Magazine. Maren has been zAmya’s creative director since it started in 2004. She has been awarded a McKnight Theater Artist Fellowship (2007) and has attended the Cornerstone Institute for Community Based Theater and…

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 11, 2025

Mar-a-Lago look; Veterans’ Day; Mike Johnson can’t keep the House adjourned much longer; Epstein files much worse than reported; Patrick Coolican makes his Tuesday visit; Michael Brodkorb elaborates on a restraining order filed against a GOP guberantorial candidate; possible hemp ban in Congress could devastate local industries.

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (11/11/25)

Brett has our weekly conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Today they talked about how the deal to reopen the federal government could hurt Minnesota’s hemp industry, Lisa Demuth picking a running mate, Bernie Sanders endorsing Peggy Flanagan and thoughts on last week’s elections. Find more about what they talked about at:…

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 10, 2025

Matt’s colonoscopy; Senate Democrats break to end shutdown; Cliff Schecter talks about the disgraceful ending of the shutdown; SNAP’ gay marriage ruling won’t be revisited by the Supreme Court; Primary Trust at the Guthrie; 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Fitzgerald; Demuth has a running mate; strike averted with Minneapolis teachers; Michael Brodkorb recaps…

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Cliff Schecter with Matt – November 10 2025

Cliff Schecter/David Shuster 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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The Matt McNeil Show – November 7, 2025

On today’s show: — Winter weather is coming! — Will Dems cave on the gov’t shutdown? — Yesterday’s bizarre Oval Office scene. — Elon Musk’s ridiculous payday from Tesla. — Trump bails out Argentina but won’t fund SNAP benefits. — Calling out Trump supporters who receive SNAP benefits. — The White House explanation for RKF’s…

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 6, 2025

Matt addresses his criticism of double standards covering perceived political leans of races; “sandwich guy” found not guilty; Trump falsely claims Thanksgiving prices are lower; US hoping China will buy products; Matt reviews his predictions of what Trump said he would do vs. what has been done now; labor market begins downward slide; FIFA establishes…

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Rev. Trish Sullivan Vanni with Matt – November 6, 2025

Rev. Trish Sullivan Vanni, Ph.D While grounded in the Christian tradition, I have been a life-long spiritual seeker open to grace beyond its boundaries. The many threads of my life and the countless wonderful people who have touched it have led me to a deep appreciation for the many paths human beings follow to the…

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 5, 2025

UPS plane crash in Kentucky; Matt’s election analysis; Jeff Stein makes his Wednesday visit for more election discussion; Wild overtime winner; Kaohly Her’s upset win over Melvin Carter in St. Paul; Frey wins third term; special election status quo; school referendum questions.

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (11/4/25)

Brett and Patrick Coolican (editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer) have an election day preview as they talk about two races that will determine control of the MN State Senate, mayor races in Minneapolis and St. Paul, school levies and a new GOP contender for governor. Find more about what they covered at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/11/04/today-is-election-day-make-your-voice-heard/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/11/03/voters-will-decide-tuesday-who-controls-the-minnesota-senate-heres-what-you-need-to-know/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/11/02/gop-minnesota-house-speaker-lisa-demuth-launches-campaign-for-governor/

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The Matt McNeil Show – November 3, 2025

Halloween weekend; please get a colonoscopy; Trump intervenes to help Dilbert cartoonist with cancer battle; Matt gets targeted by Nancy Mace’s office; Trump will “partially” fubd SBAP; 2025 elections; Kennedy Center headaches; man arrested for swindling money for gambling; double murder in Brown County; more on the 2025 elections from a state level; GOP speaker…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 31, 2025

On today’s show: — How Trump is choosing not to fund SNAP even though he could. — House Speaker Mike Johnson and Ag. Sec. Brooke Rollins have a gaffe at a Press conference. — Paul Metsa previews his new album and birthday bash this Sunday! — “Responsible” gun owner news. — How people who receive…

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Matt McNeil with Paul Metsa (10/31/25)

Matt is joined by Minnesota music legend Paul Metsa! They talk about his his 70th birthday that’s also a special benefit show for AM950. It takes place Sunday, November 2 at 7 PM at the Aster House in Minneapolis. Find tickets and details at: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/83991706/songs-of-resistance-and-respectpaul-metsa-70th-birthday-and-cd-release-partybenefit-for-am-950-minneapolis-aster-house

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 30, 2025

On today’s show: — What actually happened with Trump’s meeting with Xi? — We’re actually in a recession that’s not being reported. — Greg Bakun previews the Halloween GhostBox Radio broadcast tomorrow from 7-11 PM! — Matt was joined by Varajita Singh of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. They talked about the museum’s new special…

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Matt McNeil with Varajita Singh of MIA (10/30/25)

Matt was joined by Varajita Singh, the Chief Diversity Officer at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. They talked about the museum’s new special exhibit, “Royal Bronzes: Cambodian Art of the Divine.” They discuss the massive international collaboration required to bring over 200 bronze masterpieces, many from the 11th century, from Cambodia and Paris to the…

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Matt McNeil with Greg Bakun (10/30/25)

Greg Bakun previews the Halloween GhostBox Radio broadcast tomorrow from 7-11 PM! He is going live from the haunted Pillsbury Club in Minneapolis, home of the Minneapolis Trolley Tours! Greg will be joined by Adam, Refined Divine, Char Savoie, and other guests for a real paranormal investigation inside the Pillsbury Club—filled with spirits, stories, and…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 29, 2025

Halloween candy prices soar; numerous mass layoffs in corporate America; charges in Illinois anti-ICE protests; Jeff Stein makes his Wednesday visit; man charged in St. Paul vandalism targeting LGBT and anti-Trump sentiments; right-wingers cannibalizing each other; comedian Patrick Strait discusses his new book and the history of standup in Minneapolis; more economy news.

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Patrick Strait with Matt – October 29, 2025

Patrick Strait has been writing about comedy for more than 15 years in Minnesota, and has been featured in City Pages, The Growler, Thrillist, Bring Me the News and others. His first book, “Funny Thing About Minnesota…” is available now through the Minnesota Historical Society Press. He himself is not very funny.

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (10/28/25)

Brett has our weekly visit with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Today they talked about what Minnesota is doing to help those who will be cut off from SNAP benefits, Minneapolis potentially not being on the hook for police sued for wrongful conduct during the 2020 protests, Allina doctors going on strike and…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 27, 2025

There are no bounds for how low the right will fall; Republicans’ rabid excitement to cut SNAP benefits; Trump visits Walter Reed; booze lets people off the hook for some reason; drinking and driving; man assaults date with his car; anarchist tries to have Pam Bondi killed; Gov. Walz infuses food shelves with money in…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 24, 2025

On today’s show: News media dismisses anti-Trump protests; dramatic price increases; Canada hurts Trump’s feelings; Dr. Joe Eastman discusses the latest disease models; Como Zoo fun; the Vikings disaster last night; former Mpls Chamber of Commerce head charged with fraud; Target’s layoffs;

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 23, 2025

Brian Ronholm of Consumer Reports is in studio to speak with Matt; Democrats missing opportunities again; multiple arrests of NBA personnel in gambling investigation; Metro Transit and MnDOT contract to replace Northstar Line; Glen Taylor tried to tank sale of Wolves; Republicans and fraud; Minneapolis mayor’s race; Michael Brodkorb talks tonight’s Vikings game; shooting victim…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 22, 2025

On today’s show: — Matt talks fall weather. — The “No Kings Rally” was the biggest political protest in U.S. history, but the national media is barely covering it. — Matt argues that media bias is creating a dangerous political environment where Democrats are villainized. — The consequences of unchecked political extremism are severe, as…

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Matt McNeil with Jeff Stein (10/22/25)

National and presidential expert Jeff Stein joins Matt for his regular Wednesday conversation to break down the latest in national politics. They dive into the ongoing government shutdown, the lack of negotiation from the Republican side, and the growing evidence of a Nazi problem within some GOP circles and its staff. Jeff and Matt also…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 21, 2025

Matt breaks 20K on Bluesky; Trump fighter jet video; continued coverage of the No Kings rallies; right-wing threats and violence at No Kings; man threatens to kill Jeffries; another man threatens Atlanta airport; Patrick Coolican joins the show; accountability; firebombing of Minneapolis ice cream shop; update on school shooting survivor.

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (10/21/25)

It’s our weekly Tuesday afternoon conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. This week we cover Keith Ellison seeking a third term as MN AG, Tom Emmer saying No Kings Protestors don’t love America, and possible school closures in Minneapolis. Find more at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/15/tom-emmer-talks-tough-reveals-weakness/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/21/minnesota-ag-keith-ellison-to-seek-third-term/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/20/minneapolis-school-board-signals-potential-school-closures/

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 20, 2025

Cliff Schecter returns to the show; Patrick and Matt talk about Paul McCartney’s concert; No Kings; ceasefire falters in the Middle East; Trump says US may buy Argentinian beef; state Republicans struggling to find a candidate for US Senate; violent crime stats a mixed bag; daycare issues.

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Cliff Schecter with Matt – October 20, 2025

Cliff Schecter/David Shuster 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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The Matt McNeil Show – October 17, 2025

Paul McCartney plays Minneapolis tonight; Matt implores you to make sure primaries matter; US sending another round of aid to Argentina; survivors left after US strikes another boat; who paid for Ric Rick Kupchella doc; Michael Brodkorb previews this weekend’s Vikings game.

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 16, 2025

Woman fired for threatening to call ICE on a Hpsanic baseball fan; Paul Metsa stops in studio to debut his new song, No Kings No Crown with Alan Sparhawk; local clinic owner charged for improper practice; the campaign against public health by the right; Reed Sigmund of Children’s Theatre returns to the show; SNAP benefits…

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Paul Metsa with Matt – October 16, 2025

Celebrate a Minnesota music legend! Paul Metsa, acclaimed musician, songwriter, and author, is marking his 70th birthday with a special benefit show for AM950. It takes place Sunday, November 2 at 7 PM at the Aster House in Minneapolis. The evening also serves as a CD release party for his latest record, Songs of Resistance…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 15, 2025

On today’s show: — Matt’s reminder to make sure you get your colonoscopy. — A conversation about Trump’s ICE goons. — In Trump’s economy, GuFundMe pages have been setup for grocery bills. — How young Republican staffers got fired over racist and homophobic text messages. — Republican states target Minnesota over the MSHSL’s transgender athletes…

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Matt McNeil with Katy Tessman (10/15/25)

Matt’s joined by Minnesota musician Katy Tessman. They talk about her upcoming show tomorrow Icehouse in Minneapolis and how she and the Heartland Souvenirs honor the legendary Dolly Parton. Learn more at: https://icehouse.turntabletickets.com/shows/4329/?date=2024-10-18

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (10/14/25)

Brett has our weekly conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Today they sized up both the Minneapolis and St. Paul races for Mayor, talked about new measles cases in Minnesota and COVID vaccines. Read more about what they talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/congresswoman-ilhan-omar-endorses-sen-omar-fateh-for-minneapolis-mayor/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/minnesota-adds-two-cases-to-measles-surge-amid-decline-in-routine-vaccinations/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/walz-gets-vaccinated-cdc-recommends-covid-19-vaccine/

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 13, 2025

Mass shooting in South Carolina; Alaska typhoon; Israel-Hamas hostages and prisoners released and Egypt summit; ICE torture chambers; China continues to run circles around the Trump administration; Indigenous Peoples’ Day; No Kings rallies this weekend; Matt sees The Doll House; Star Tribune rips new documentary.

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 10, 2025

On today’s show: — Trump’s customs restrictions has caused a mess with our shipping system. — MAGA is up in arms over Bad Bunny playing this year’s Super Bowl halftime show. — Trump is denied his coveted Nobel Peace Prize. — Yet another trade war with China thanks to Trump. — We’re joined by Kyrstin…

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Matt McNeil with Kyrstin Schuette of the School Board Integrity Project (10/10/25)

Matt was joined by Kyrstin Schuette of the School Board Integrity Project as they talk about the importance of upcoming school board elections. Plus they have their Freedom to Read Book Fair on Sunday at Queermunity in Minneapolis. Learn more at: https://www.schoolboardintegrityproject.org/

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 9, 2025

On today’s show: — A Disneyland goer dies after riding the Haunted Mansion. — What exactly is the job of the military in Chicago? — Yet more grifting by RFK. — Holiday shopping will cost more this year thanks to Trump’s tariffs. — Tim Walz goes on tour pushing for more common sense gun safety…

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Matt McNeil with Taya Ming (10/9/25)

Matt was joined by Taya Ming, who is starring as ‘The Enormous Crocodile’ in the U.S. Premiere of The Roald Dahl Story Company’s production ‘The Enormous Crocodile The Musical’ which is playing now at Children’s Theatre in Minneapolis. Tickets and more info at: https://childrenstheatre.org/whats-on/the-enormous-crocodile/

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 8, 2025

On today’s show: — How Trump’s actions using the military are all part of his big grift. — How the case against James Comey is a complete sham. — Jeff Stein’s weekly Wednesday visit. — Minnesota has an award winning bathroom. — Will Trump bring federal troops to the Twin Cities? — Massive problems in…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 7, 2025

On today’s show: — Matt is happy as Rush announces a new tour! — Pam Bondi’s Senate hearing doesn’t go well. — The SCOTUS looks ready to overturn state bans on conversion therapy. — Minneapolis is a safe city, despite claims from right wingers. — A St. Paul bar bouncer has been charged after punching…

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Brett with Patrick Coolican (10/7/25)

It’s our weekly Tuesday interview with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Here’s what they covered today: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/06/blackrocks-minnesota-power-takeover-splits-dfl-coalition-as-corporate-giant-seeks-bigger-targets/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/06/rep-zack-stephenson-on-gun-violence-democratic-priorities-and-leading-after-hortman/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/dfl-rep-kaela-berg-announces-campaign-for-2nd-congressional-district/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/02/repub/how-the-federal-shutdown-is-playing-out-across-the-government/

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 3, 2025

On today’s show: — An unruly passenger forces a Sun Country flight from MSP to Newark to land in Chicago according to the Star Tribune. — Melania Trump tries swiping an artifact from the Eisenhower Presidential library. — Data on who people are blaming for the government shutdown. — Two stories out of Wisconsin —…

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 2, 2025

Housing and agriculture in major trouble; Dr. Joe Eastman provides an update; wedding best man shoots another patron; health care costs set to skyrocket because of national Republicans; MAGA Christians miss the point; stories from those involved in mass shootings and an alleged letter from a GOP state senator; shooting victim returns to school.

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The Matt McNeil Show – October 1, 2025

Federal government shutdown; AI actress controversy; Matt looks at the economy; Jeff Stein’s Wednesday visit; update on alcohol-involved fire truck crash; adult man found enrolled at White Bear Lake HS; new candidate in CD2; special session drama continues; Orange Shirt Day: Title IX lawsuit.

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (9/30/25)

It’s our weekly Tuesday conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. This week we talk about Patrick’s column on fraud in Minnesota state government and the Reformer’s recent Q&A with Secretary of State Steve Simon about Trump’s DOJ lawsuit over access to Minnesota’s voter rolls. Find everything we talked about at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/09/25/they-were-warned-how-state-government-kept-allowing-the-theft-of-the-peoples-money/ https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/a-q-a-with-secretary-of-state-steve-simon-who-the-trump-administration-is-suing-over-voter-rolls/

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The Matt McNeil Show – September 29, 2025

John Fugelsang joins to talk about the right-wing corruption of Christianity and his new book, Separation of Church and Hate; weekend violence; sports update; fatal fire truck crash in western MN; Matt goes in-depth on gun violence from local and national perspectives; fraud.

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John Fugelsang with Matt – September 29, 2025

He’s been murdered on CSI, interviewed 2 Beatles on separate continents in the same week, and famously once got Mitt Romney’s advisor to call Governor Romney an ‘etch a sketch’ on CNN. Actor, comedian & broadcaster John Fugelsang hosts ‘Tell Me Everything” weekdays on SiriusXM Insight #121. He recently performed in ‘The Bill of Rights…

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The Matt McNeil Show – September 26, 2025

On today’s show: — More document drops in the Trump/Epstein saga! — Sinclair Broadcasting finally agrees to air Jimmy Kimmel’s show. — A brief history how media consolidation. — How MAGA Republicans will try to cancel 2026 elections. — A good news story from baseball to end hour 1. — Mike Lindell’s prospects for running…

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