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.
Nancy Mace’s issues; Paramount targets Warner Bros in hostile takeover bid; Australia restricts minors from social media; China buying US soybeans but well below previous numbers; Max Nesterak visits with Brett this week; Steve Simon running for 4th term of secretary of state; GOP caravan in Marshall; Winona LaDuke’s home attacked,
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Brett was joined by Minnesota Reformer writer Max Nesterak, as they discussed his recent article, “Prosecutors have brought over 3,500 charges for marijuana possession in cars since legalization.” Read it at: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/12/09/prosecutors-have-brought-over-3500-charges-for-marijuana-possession-in-cars-since-legalization/
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Trump bailing out farmers; Jonathan Larsen joins to discuss his pieces on the shadiowy elements pushing war in Venezuela; Mall of America, commercialism, and immigration enforcement; State Sen. Jim Abeler only Republican to stand up to the racism; Mary Franson lashes out at reporter for being asked about Trump’s comments on Somalis; fire at mosque…
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Jonathan Larsen is a journalist who has worked at CNN, MSNBC, and The Young Turks (TYT). He created Up with Chris Hayes, helped launch Anderson Cooper 360, was a senior producer on Countdown with Keith Olbermann, and was managing editor/executive producer at TYT, America’s largest online progressive news network. His original reporting has been cited by members of Congress resisting Christian nationalism.
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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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Matt and Michael have our weekly Vikings update as they commiserate over the lost season and preview Sunday’s game vs. Washington.
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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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Today’s not a good day for Republicans; Tennessee special election; Jeff Stein joins the show for his weekly appearance; Mike Lindell officially running for governor; other new candidates for governor; Blue Cross dropping Sliver Sneakers program;
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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo and the Iowa Politics Report joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30.
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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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