The Matt McNeil Show
Monday-Friday 3PM-5PM
Matt McNeil is a proud Minnesotan, on live weekdays from 3pm to 5pm. Matt has been living most of his life in the state of his birth. He's a husband, a father of three, a veteran, and a broadcaster. He's worked in radio for over 25 years, starting with Armed Forces Radio in Nuremberg, Germany. He currently lives in Hopkins.
On his show Matt talks politics from a Democrat/Progressive perspective, but he'll also venture into parenting, religion, entertainment, sports, gardening, business, cooking, and many other subjects. He interviews politicians, political insiders, authors, pundits, entertainers, and artists, and loves talking to the listeners.
Besides being on air, you can read his thoughts at the 'Progressive Citizen X' blog.
Matt McNeil is a proud Minnesotan, on live weekdays from 3pm to 5pm. Matt has been living most of his life in the state of his birth. He's a husband, a father of three, a veteran, and a broadcaster. He's worked in radio for over 25 years, starting with Armed Forces Radio in Nuremberg, Germany. He currently lives in Hopkins. On his show Matt talks politics from a Democrat/Progressive perspective, but he'll also venture into parenting, religion, entertainment, sports, gardening, business, cooking, and many other subjects. He interviews politicians, political insiders, authors, pundits, entertainers, and artists, and loves talking to the listeners. Besides being on air, you can read his thoughts at the 'Progressive Citizen X' blog.
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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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 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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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 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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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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It’s Matt’s weekly Wednesday visit with Matt McNeil! Today they talk about ICE’s brutal crackdown in Chicago and Portland, are ICE agents “just following orders,” Trump’s distractions from Epstein and more.
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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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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 “Warzone” of America according to Trump Judge’s House burns Right side political Violence If you don’t like the state leave it Twin Cities Light rail
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