The Matt McNeil Show
Matt McNeil with Jeff Stein (7/12/23)
Matt was joined by our usual Wednesday national political expert guest Jeff Stein. We start off comparing crazy State Fair foods between Minnesota and Iowa, Republicans souring on Tommy Tuberville”s stunts, Farmers Insurance pulls out of offering home insurance in Florida and more!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – July 11, 2023
Minnesota GOP has barely $50 on hand; two charged in Blaine apartment explosion; Grand Marais murder updates; Terry John Zila discusses the unveiling of new State Fair foods; Patrick Coolican joins Brett for their Tuesday conversation; continuing conversation about outstate Minnesota issues; more bad news for Minnesota Republicans.
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Terry John Zila with Matt – July 11, 2023
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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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – July 10, 2023
Marissa Nordling, owner of Little Roos MN talks about the recent drag story hour and events surrounding; Matt discusses the general anti-trans climate; fugitive opens plane door at MSP and escapes off plane briefly; Republicans can’t do math; Professor Tanisha Fazal joins Matt to discuss the Ukraine war; the rapid growth of Threads; Robbinsdale crash;…
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Read MoreTanisha Fazal with Matt – July 10, 2023
Tanisha Fazal is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Minnesota. Hey research and teaching focus on sovereignty, international law, medical care in conflict zones, and armed conflict. From 2021–2023, she is also an Andrew Carnegie Fellow.
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Read MoreMarissa Nordling with Matt – July 10, 2023
Marissa Nordling is the owner of Little Roos MN in Chaska.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – July 7, 2023
Republican state officials tie the knot; Twitter; police story roundup; Iron Range man dies in a freezer; hypocrisy of a MN state rep; protest in South Dakota; Greg Bakun stops by with Matt to preview taking over late nights every weeknight on AM950.
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Read MoreGreg Bakun with Matt – July 7, 2023
This Monday night July 10 Greg Bakun begins hosting GhostBox Radio every weeknight live at 10 PM! Greg will take his conversations on ghosts, Bigfoot, UFOs, the paranormal, and more live in the late night. Tune in!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – July 6, 2023
Cliff Schecter starts off the show today; Twitter competitors spike in number; Eagles and Steely Dan head to Xcel this fall; QAnon figure dies after accident in Minnesota; economic issues in Waseca; Met Council failed to enforce agreements with contactors according to reports.
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Read MoreCliff Schecter with Matt – July 6, 2023
Cliff Schecter is the President of Libertas LLC, a public relations and political strategy firm. He is the author of the 2008 bestselling book The Real McCain, a syndicated columnist, and co-owner of We Act Radio, AM 1480 in Washington DC. He also sits on the Board on the Ohio Innocence Project. You can follow him on…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – July 5, 2023
On today’s show: – Matt is back from up north! – Fireworks incidents from all over the state, not just Minneapolis. – Matt was joined by our usual Wednesday national political expert guest Jeff Stein. – Why is Elon Musk trying to limit the number of posts people can see. – Right wingers harass a…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Jeff Stein (7/5/23)
Matt was joined by our usual Wednesday national political expert guest Jeff Stein. We start in the non political realm talking about Jeff’s favorite arena football team, the Waterloo Woo. Then politically, why Trump might not be as far ahead in the GOP primary as what’s thought, SCOTUS rulings and more.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 29, 2023
Todd Mikkelson fills in for Matt today. Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action in colleges; Minnesota State Representative Jamie Long joins Todd for an extended conversation about session; Bidenomics.
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Read MoreMN House Rep Jamie Long with Todd – June 29, 2023
Representative Jamie Long has dedicated his career to leadership in public service, grassroots advocacy, and progressive politics at the national, state, and local level.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 28, 2023
Todd Mikkelson fills in for Matt. On today’s show: – Minnesota State House Speaker Melissa Hortman as she talked about the many DFL accomplishments of the last session and national attention the session has received. – More under the radar DFL accomplishments from the last session. – Dynamo Dave calls in wondering why more Jan.6…
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Read MoreTodd Mikkelson with MN House Speaker Melissa Hortman
Todd Mikkelson was joined by Minnesota State House Speaker Melissa Hortman as they talked about the many DFL accomplishments of the last session, working with a DFL controlled State Senate and national attention the session has received
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 27, 2023
Todd Mikkelson fills in for Matt. Damning Trump tape obtained by CNN; Patrick Coolican sits down with Brett for their Tuesday interview; Supreme Court rejects independent state legislature theory among other intriguing rulings today.
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Read MorePatrick Coolican with Brett – June 27, 2023
The Matt McNeil Show – June 26, 2023
Todd Mikkelson fills in for Matt today. A wild weekend in Russia; DeSantis campaign not going well; Todd gets mail from the state GOP; Supreme Court rules lawsuits against Ohio State naming controversial congressman Jim Jordan as a defendant can continue.
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Read MoreMike Lester with Todd Mikkelson – June 23, 2023
Mike Lester is a standup comedian and actor originally from Minneapolis, MN. He was voted one of Minnesota’s City Pages Artists of the Year in 2016. Mike ran a popular online sketch series with his group Lestaril, which showcased his dark wit and unique brand of humor. In 2017, he appeared in two online ads…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 23, 2023
Todd Mikkelson fills in for Matt McNeil on today’s show. The Durham Report is a dud; the Minnesota legislature’s successes; Wagner Group vows retaliation on Russia; comedian Mike Lester joins Todd to preview his weekend shows.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 22, 2023
Todd Mikkelson fills in for Matt today: – The great fight between Marjorie Taylor Greene and Lauren Boebert! – A caller debate on Trump’s indictment and the effectiveness of Democrats. – A look at the accomplishments of Biden, Pelosi and other national Democrats. – Tim Pawlenty struggles to defend Trump during a recent interview. –…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 21, 2023
Todd Mikkelson fills in for Matt today. On the show: – Trump continues to admit to crimes during media appearances. – How nobody wants to be Trump’s lawyer – Republican politicians have no shame. – The MN Reformer reports that Minnesota ranked 5th in country for child well-being, according to pandemic-era data. – Expanding the…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 20, 2023
Matt previews his upcoming time off; the Mall of America announces plans for a large Halloween event area; Minnesotans arrested in connection with January 6; Republicans continue to get millions to vote against their own self-interests; cash-strapped Minnesota GOP; Hunter Biden will plead guilty to charges; “risk” tourism; the etiquette of standing up for a…
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The Matt McNeil Show – June 19, 2023
Recapping the weekend with Hopkins Pride and average pizza; tragic crash kills 5 young women in Uptown over the weekend; Taylor Swift comes to Minneapolis this weekend; Juneteenth; funding for commemoraring historic sites surrounding slavery begins to catch up with needs; the continuing fallout from the DOJ report on Minneapolis police.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 16, 2023
The damning report against MPD is unveiled and the discussion takes the bulk of the show, however Matt does take a few minutes to interview Austin Durry of Burnsville-based music outfit Durry to preview their upcoming major tour.
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Read MoreAustin Durry with Matt – June 16, 2023
Austin Durry of Burnsville-based Durry joins Matt to discuss their rise and their bright future.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 15, 2023
Robert Pilot joins Matt to discuss the Supreme Court upholding ICWA; Matt has a solution to start to undo centuries of injustice against Native and Black communities in America; Minnesota man arrested in human remains trafficking ring; massive smoke plumes descend on the state; troll hunting; MPD investigation concludes.
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Read MoreRobert Pilot with Matt McNeil – June 15, 2023
Robert Pilot hosts Native Roots Radio’s I’m Awake every weeknight, now at its new time of 5 PM right after Matt.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 14, 2023
On today’s show: – Matt returns after a one day hiatus! – How Republicans continue to defend Trump no matter what. – Jeff Stein on the political implications of Trump’s arraignment. – Jack Rice on the legal implications of Trump’s arraignment. – Greg Bakun of GhostBox stops by for a visit.
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Jack Rice (6/14/23)
Matt is joined by criminal defense attorney and former CIA officer Jack Rice. They talk about Trump’s recent arraignment and what that could mean for him legally in the criminal justice system.
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Jeff Stein (6/14/23)
Jeff Stein joins Matt for his usual Wednesday visit as we talk all about the political implications of Trump’s recent arraignment.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 13, 2023
Todd Mikkelson (host of the podcast, “A Satellite View” https://www.am950radio.com/events/a-satellite-view-with-todd-mikkelson/) fills in for Matt. On today’s show: – A trip back to the pre-2016 world of politics. – A theory on how GOP politicians could be getting blackmailed by Trump. – Republicans new moral panic of the week. – How the US Patriot missiles have…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 12, 2023
Weekend recap; special State Fair ice cream voting is underway; the decline of outstate Minnesota in concert with general decline of rural America; MDH confirms two cases of m-pox in Hennepin County; Minneapolis Public Schools approaches insolvency; Dr. Joe Eastman joins the show; Allina Health suspends draconian billing policy.
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Read MoreDr. Joe Eastman with Matt – June 12, 2023
The Matt McNeil Show – June 9, 2023
Trump indicted while Matt was at a graduation ceremony; pig truck overturns on I-694 in Little Canada; stage actor Tyler Mchaels King joins Matt to discuss the Murder of the Orient Express production at Guthrie Theater; Minneapolis considers making snow removal a city works job; Blaine residents want a city councillor to resign over racist…
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Read MoreTyler Michaels King with Matt – June 9, 2023
Tyler Michaels King plays Hector MacQueen in the Guthrie Theater’s production of Murder on the Orient Express, now playing through July 2. Tickets available at guthrietheater.org. www.tylermichaelsking.com
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 8, 2023
On today’s show: – An emotional day for Matt with graduation season upon us! – A list of the DFL accomplishments from the last session. – Why Republicans will be upset about those accomplishments – The body of Madeline Kingsbury was found in Fillmore County while her ex-partner has been arrested. – The U.S. Army…
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 7, 2023
On today’s show: – Republican state rep. Pam Altendorf pays a visit to Matt’s Twitter timeline. Why you may ask? Listen and find out! – Our usual Wednesday visit with Jeff Stein. – Should Hillman Township receive state funding after discriminating against certain residents? – Should downtown Minneapolis create their own type of Bourbon Street?…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Jeff Stein (6/7/23)
Jeff Stein joins Matt for his usual Wednesday visit. This week they cover how politicians should (or shouldn’t) use social media, will Trump be on the GOP ballot with all of his legal issues, a look at the other GOP presidential candidates and more.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 6, 2023
Stolen car crashes in north Minneapolis hurting several juveniles; Republican hypocrisy over Briana Rose Lee’s Ronald Reagan tweet; Target catches criticism in South Dakota; chicken wars; Iowa teen arrested for contacting fake hitman; Patrick Coolican joins Brett for their Tuesday interview; the Hillman Township gravel road controversy; former KSTP anchor Harris Faulkner making her name,…
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Read MorePatrick Coolican with Brett – June 6, 2023
The Matt McNeil Show – June 5, 2023
Weekend recap; the chaos of ending the school year; Washington Post praises the DFL; Mayo Clinic announces the $1 billion investment that was at the center of nurses’ bill opposition; Minneapolis DFL chair insults Ronald Reagan on the anniversary of his death; Minnesota devotes money to housing; tragic murder in Owatonna.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 2, 2023
Minnesota Representative Leigh Finke joins the show; misguided complaints by right-wingers about “no military appreciation month” which is the month of May; the Minnesota education bill; Patti Vasquez from 820 AM in Chicago joins the show to preview her program joining the AM950 lineup weeknights starting Monday; Kwik Trip named best gas station in America;…
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Read MorePatti Vasquez with Matt – June 2, 2023
Patti Vasquez is the host of the Patti Vasquez Show on WCPT-AM in Chicago. Her show will be joining the AM950 weeknight lineup on Monday, June 5 at 11 PM.
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Read MoreRep. Leigh Finke with Matt – June 2, 2023
Rep. Finke is the Minnesota State Representative for District 66A which includes all or parts of Roseville, Falcon Heights, Lauderdale, and St. Paul.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – June 1, 2023
– Dispelling some myths about driving tests in rural Minnesota. – More new bills being signed into law today by Gov. Walz…Matt tells us about them. – Fan favorite guest Cliff Schecter joins us for the 2nd half of hour 1. – Why isn’t the NCAA removing events from Oklahoma over the state’s anti-LGBTQ laws?…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Mike McIntee (6/1/23)
Mike McIntee joins Matt to talk about his documentary How Love Won: 10 Years Later. There will be a special screening June 7 at 7 PM at the The Main Cinema in Minneapolis.
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Cliff Schecter (6/1/23)
Matt was joined by fan favorite guest Cliff Schecter. Matt and Cliff talked baseball, the debt ceiling deal, Kevin McCarthy’s future and more.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 31 2023
Rep. Mary Franson opens her mouth again; plea deal reached in death of Bloomington youth coach; Jeff Stein joins Matt for their Wednesday conversation; incident at Valleyfair; news roundup; Ross Stadheim of MJSB Employment Justice joins Matt.
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Read MoreRoss Stadheim of MJSB Employment Justice – May 31, 2023
Early on in law school, Ross discovered his true passion — the plaintiff side of employment law. Embracing a chance to make a meaningful difference, he never looked back. Through 2022, Ross has garnered over $30 million in settlements and verdicts for his clients over the past 11 years. From 2014 through 2021, he has…
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Read MoreJeff Stein with Matt – May 31 2023
Catch Jeff Stein of the Iowa Politics Report every Wednesday with Matt at 3:35. If you missed Jeff’s live interview with Matt this week, you can hear encore replays on AM950 at 6 AM and 12 PM Sundays!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 30, 2023
Welcome back listeners; White America’s continued failed promises to Native Americans; Patrick Coolican joins Brett for their Tuesday interview; Minnesota signs recreational marijuana into law.
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The Matt McNeil Show – May 25, 2023
On today’s show: – Previewing Memorial Day Weekend – Reflecting on the death of George Floyd from 2020. – We’re joined by David Mura, who wrote the book “The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself: Racial Myths and Our American Narratives.” Order at NextChapterBookSellers.com – Responding to a right wing Star Tribune editorial saying they want to…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with David Mura (5/25/23)
Matt was joined by David Mura, who wrote the book “The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself: Racial Myths and Our American Narratives.” Order at NextChapterBookSellers.com
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 24, 2023
Tina Turner dies at 83; Minneapolis and St. Paul each have top-5 park systems; the departure of GOP activist Howard Root; more DFL session victories; Jeff Stein makes his weekly Wednesday visit; woman indicted on money laundering; racism issues at a local Culver’s; Columbia Heights city councillor called on to resign over racist incidents; Duluth…
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Read MoreJeff Stein with Matt – May 24, 2023
Catch Jeff Stein of the Iowa Politics Report every Wednesday with Matt at 3:35. If you missed Jeff’s live interview with Matt this week, catch encore replays on AM950 at 6 AM and 12 PM Sundays!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 23, 2023
Victory Tuesday for the Minnesota DFL; nursing bill ultimately gutted; Brett Johnson has his Tuesday conversation with Patrick Coolican; Kari Lake’s last court challenge denied.
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The Matt McNeil Show – May 22, 2023
Weekend recap; the DFL flourishes with accomplishments at the end of session; author Mary Logue joins Matt.
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Read MoreMary Logue with Matt – May 22, 2023
MARY LOGUE is the author of the acclaimed Claire Watkins mystery series, including most recently Bone Harvest. An award-winning poet, she lives with writer Pete Hautman in the Wisconsin bluff country, the setting for the Watkins novels. Visit the author’s website at www.petehautman.com/marylogue.html.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 19, 2023
The Republican parallel universe; talking about the newly passed bills by the state legislature; Babbitt, MN shooting; Dean Phillips trying too hard to throw the Republicans a life preserver; DC police officer arrested for aiding Proud Boys; Nasri Warsame permanently banned from receiving DFL endorsements.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 18, 2023
On today’s show: – Who kidnaps a dog and holds it for ransom? – Minnesota right wingers find another reason to boycott Target. This time gay books!! – Republicans meltdown over the DFL passing bills on the environment, Social Security taxes, child tax credits and more. – Matt is joined by comedian Uncle Larry. –…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Comedian Larry Reeb a.k.a. Uncle Lar’
Matt McNeil was joined by Chicago commedian Larry Reeb a.k.a. Uncle Lar’ who will be at Laugh Camp in St. Paul Friday and Saturday.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 17, 2023
On today’s show: – A man was indicted in the theft of ‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland from a MN museum. – Right wingers are boycotting Target for…reasons. – Jeff Stein joins for his usual Wednesday visit. – Food eating challenges at restaurants around Minnesota. – The importance of reading with…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Jeff Stein (5/17/23)
Jeff Stein joins Matt for his usual Wednesday visit. This week they cover the debt ceiling, surprising special elections around the country and more.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 16, 2023
Why people are not voting for Republicans and why they’re fleeing Christianity; the free music lineup at the State Fair is released; Brett Johnson is joined by Patrick Coolican; marijuana appears headed for legalization after House and Senate teach compromise agreement; the continuing fallout from the Ward 10 debacle; MPD officer (lightly) disciplined 11 years…
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Read MorePatrick Coolican with Brett – May 16, 2023
The Matt McNeil Show – May 15, 2023
Virginia representative’s office attacked by someone with a baseball bat; fight at Minneapolis DFL convention; Minneapolis is alive much to Republicans’ chagrin; Crime Watch Minneapolis; news roundup; Ron Latz takes down ignorant GOP state senator; Mayo Clinic excepted in latest version of proposed nurse staffing policy they objected to; Ron DeSantis “education” policy.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 12, 2023
On today’s show: – Lake Chipotle will be no more! – Remaining parking lot snow mountains around the Twin Cities. – Comparing murder rates of Minneapolis vs. other areas of the state. – A teenager has been arrested in the shooting of Michael Brasel. – Who cheats in a fishing competition? – Hypocritical Republicans whine…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Dr. Joe Eastman (5/12/23)
Matt was joined by our COVID-19 modeling expert Dr. Joe Eastman. They talked about the federal government ending the COVID emergency and the implications of doing that.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 11, 2023
Egg sandwich controversy; Trump “town hall” debacle; AOC slams down Tom Bakk at a BWCA protection hearing; crime update; Matt calls out KSTP for their polling presentation.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 10, 2023
On today’s show: – How concert ticket prices have spiked to ridiculous levels in recent years. – Jeff Stein joins for his usual Wednesday visit. – Canine influenza continues spreading in the Twin Cities area. – Police accountability – The lack of police accountability in the beating of Jaleel Stallings.
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Jeff Stein (5/10/23)
Jeff Stein joins Matt for his usual Wednesday visit. This week it’s all about crime! As in Republicans breaking the law with Donald Trump, George Santos and more!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 9, 2023
Donald Trump found liable in E. Jean Carroll case; man who killed Wisconsin sheriff’s deputy had long criminal history; Stallings officers unlikely to face significant punishment; Mike Lindell found liable for election fraud claims; Patrick Coolican joins Brett.
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Read MorePatrick Coolican with Brett – May 9, 2023
The Matt McNeil Show – May 8, 2023
Visitor accidentally damages priceless art at Mia; Texas mass shooting over the weekend; Becky Rom of Save The Boundary Waters joins Matt to discuss a possibly major move toward permanent BWCA protection; bear euthanized in North Minneapolis; paid leave debate ongoing in Minnesota Senate; wrapping up the show.
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Read MoreBecky Rom with Matt – May 8, 2023
Becky Rom, an Ely resident, is the national chair of the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 5, 2023
On today’s show: – Matt visits with fan favorite guest Cliff Schecter – Trump’s deposition in the E Jean Carroll case does not go well today. – Cinco de Mayo celebrations around the Twin Cities. – Republicans constantly accuse Democrats of “jamming these bills down our throats.” – Summer events returning to Minneapolis and St.…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Cliff Schecter (5/5/23)
Matt visits with fan favorite guest Cliff Schecter. They talk about baseball, more bribes to Clarence Thomas, extremist Republicans and more!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 4, 2023
On today’s show: – Bring Me the News reports a hunter mistakes a fellow hunter for a turkey and shoots him. – New contests at this year’s Minnesota State Fair. – How right wingers are becoming more frustrated, unhinged and dangerous with their rhetoric. – A look at Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey’s State of the…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Rick Smith (5/4/23)
Matt was joined by Rick Smith, host of the Rick Smith show (weeknights 8-10 PM). Matt and Rick talk about the writer’s strike, automation and AI taking working class jobs, paid family leave and more.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 3, 2023
Minnesota comes in #5 in best states to live report; Tartan student who fought against forever chemicals dies of cancer; Otsego man will face no jail time for fatal ATV crash; Jeff Stein joins Matt for their Wednesday visit; Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees released including Willie Nelson and Kate Bush; MN Republicans…
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Read MoreJeff Stein with Matt – May 3, 2023
Catch Jeff Stein of the Iowa Politics Report every Wednesday with Matt at 3:35. If you missed Jeff’s live interview with Matt this week, catch encore replays on AM950 at 6 AM and 12 PM Sundays!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – May 2, 2023
Gordon Lightfoot dies; the mentality of Minnesota Republicans; seven bodies found on Oklahoma property; Edina high school carjackers no longer enrolled; State Fair Grandstand lineup complete; Patrick Coolican joins Brett; Glenn Gruenhagen strikes again.
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The Matt McNeil Show – May 1, 2023
Weekend recap; Minnesota state senator caught in awkward moment on Zoom; Minnesota attracting national attention for progressive policies; Wisconsin teacher reinstated following racist comments; Minnesota Wild grievances; youth sports issues; Laura Osnes; mosque arsonist arrested.
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – April 28, 2023
On today’s show: – Bears in Maple Grove! – A US Senate investigation into Brett Kavanaugh assault claims contained serious omissions. – The MN State Senate debates legalizing recreational marijuana. – Unsealed documents show that T Denny Sanford, founder of First Premier Bank, was being investigated for child pornography. – Matt was joined by actor…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Victoria Sung
Matt was joined by Victoria Sung, who was associate curator of visual arts at the Walker Art Center between 2015 and 2023. They talk about Pacita Abad’s exhibition at the Walker now through September 3. More at: https://walkerart.org/calendar/2023/pacita-abad
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Daniel Petzold (4/28/23)
Matt was joined by actor Daniel Petzold, who plays Horatio in Hamlet, playing now through May 21 at the Guthrie. Tickets and more: https://www.guthrietheater.org/shows-and-tickets/2022-2023-season/Hamlet/
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – April 27, 2023
On today’s show: – We’re joined by Paul Wiland of Lifeline Ukraine – Canine flu spreading in Minnesota. – Don’t commit crime in Edina! – GOP state rep. Pam Altendorf is upset that DFLers are passing bills because they have a majority. – Minnesota Republicans misrepresent a Leigh Finke bill to say she’s pro-pedophilia. –…
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Rachel McGarry of the MIA (4/27/23)
Matt was joined by Rachel McGarry of the Minneapolis Institute for the Arts. They talk about Caravaggio’s Judith and Holofernes being on loan to the MIA through August 20. More at New.ArtsMIA.org.
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Read MoreMatt McNeil with Paul Wiland of Lifeline Ukraine
Matt was joined by Paul Wiland of Lifeline Ukraine. Paul is currently in Kyiv. Lifeline Ukraine is a national, professional, suicide prevention and mental health support hotline, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Learn more at https://lifelineukraine.com/en
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – April 26, 2023
Downtown Minneapolis pushing forward; Kim Potter released from prison early this week; Jeff Stein makes his Wednesday visit; wedding season is coming soon; congressional budget negotiations continue; Montana Republicans permanently censure transgender member; Republicans just do not care about you; Illinois man murdered in yard work dispute.
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Read MoreJeff Stein with Matt – April 26, 2023
Catch Jeff Stein of the Iowa Politics Report every Wednesday with Matt at 3:35. If you missed Jeff’s live interview with Matt this week, catch encore replays on AM950 at 6 AM and 12 PM Sundays!
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Read MoreThe Matt McNeil Show – April 25, 2023
Minnesota’s recreational pot bill passes the House; Joe Biden announces re-election bid; hog plant closing in southern Minnesota; the sell job by Republicans on rural agriculture; the Strib’s new editorial cartoonist strikes again; Target Field food; Patrick Coolican joins Brett for their Tuesday interview; nitrate pollution in southeastern Minnesota waters reaching a high level; national…
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