Three Women And A Bottle Of Wine

As we round the corner on our second full year of navigating the COVID pandemic, the workforce is transforming before our very eyes. For this episode, we turn to an expert in the world of human resources, who - before the Great Resignation was even a thing - wrote a book called, “Fire Yourself”, which aims to inspire professionals to reignite their careers and live their lives with intention. She is Lisa Brezonik, CEO of Salo - a talent firm based in Minneapolis. You can find her on LinkedIn.

Liz Heinecke is the author of numerous kids' books as The Kitchen Pantry Scientist. She talks about the need to highlight women in science, how to make science interesting for kids - and the amazing things Marie Curie accomplished (often in the shadow of her husband).You can find Liz on her website and Facebook at @KitchenPantryScientist.

In this episode, we're talking about the workplace - how it's changed since the start of the COVID pandemic, and how employers are having to navigate this new landscape, including what is now famously known as the Great Resignation.Our guest is Lisa Hannum - founder and CEO of Beehive Strategic Communication - an agency in the Twin Cities.

A tragic accident as a teenager left her paralyzed. Tasha Schuh didn't think she could go on. But by putting one foot in front of the other, she redefined her life and embodied what it means to be resilient. She now serves as a motivational speaker for schools and is passionate about helping teenagers overcome a mental health crisis facing our nation's youth. She's an author, a singer and songwriter. Find her on her website, Instagram at @tashaschuh and Facebook at @tashaschuh99.

Television journalist Karla Hult adored her dad. When he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, she was forced to start a journey no family wants to embark upon. More than a decade later, she created an organization to help others starting down that path, sharing knowledge and experience from hard life lessons learned. We talk with her about So Many Goodbyes.You can connect with Karla on Twitter @karlahult.

Lake Superior is one of our favorite places. Dr. Cody Sheik spends his days studying it. A microbiologist at the University of Minnesota Duluth's Large Lakes Observatory, he talks about the changes he is witnessing in the water, why it matters and what we can do about it. He is also featured in the 515 Productions documentary film Freshwater (produced and directed by Lynn and hubby Ian), which will premiere on February 19th in Duluth. You can buy tickets here.

Kim, Julie and Lynn kick off 2022 and a new season of the podcast. They talk about evolving and growing over the past two pivotal years. From major life changes, to working remotely and finding balance. A huge thank you to our listeners for joining us on this unpredictable and unforgettable journey.

Business leader, entrepreneur and coach Claire Powell talks about building radiance from the inside out. After serving as CEO of heritage brand JW Hulme and other top executive stints, Claire decided to take a leap of faith and buy her own company, Bella Virtu Organics, an organic skincare line. And it all happened at the height of the pandemic. Why she did it, how she stuck with it and the key to building resilience along the way.

Natalie Warren and Ann Raiho faced unexpected trials, some harrowing, some simply odd. And then Natalie wrote a book about it! Learn more at Natalie-Warren.com.

Shannon Watson is currently the VP of Public Affairs for the St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce. She also recently founded Majority in the Middle, a non-profit seeking a better way to restore civility in government. We talk about her vision, some tactics to achieve it and why she isn’t jaded after all these years.Full disclosure: after our interview, Kim accepted a seat on the non-profit’s inaugural Board of Directors.

Rose McGee, founder of Sweet Potato Comfort Pie, joins us for a powerful conversation about racial injustice and healing the damage caused by race-based trauma. Her organization is focused on elevating marginalized voices and experiences. She shares how the sacred dessert, sweet potato pie, links us to history, soothes spirits and renews community.

We are now one full year into the COVID-19 pandemic. One full year of having our worlds turned upside-down. The ramifications of the pandemic will be felt for years to come, and it will impact our lives in ways that we don’t even currently understand. We wanted to explore this idea, specifically as it relates to our mental health. This episode’s guest is an expert on the topic. Dr. Craig Sawchuk is a clinical psychologist at Mayo Clinic with a focus on improving the treatment of anxiety and depression in primary care.

Brian McDaniel, co-host of the popular and relevant podcast Wrong About Everything, joins us. A lobbyist, legislative staffer, attorney, republican and stand-up comedian, Brian shares his thoughts on the election and the months that have followed. He also talks about the ghost living in his house. For realz.

One year after the world went into lockdown, the three ladies reflect on what’s changed - and what hasn’t - over the past 12 months. (Note: recorded one week before the 4/20/21 Chauvin verdict.)

One year ago, the world was going into lockdown. Here’s what we were talking at the beginning of the pandemic. Podcast first published in June 2020.

You know him as the Savvy Traveler - Travel journalist Rudy Maxa has been showing us the world through his travel series “Rudy Maxa’s World" for 25 years. The ladies find out his top travel tips, secret best places to go, and get the story behind the story that jump-started Rudy's journalism career at the Washington Post more than 40 years ago.

Turner Berg is a creative who has forged a career in academia, as well as the arts. His non-profit, Massive Amounts of Good, connects the talents of artists with the needs of other non-profit organizations, often by creating charitable events that allow those organizations to grow. In this podcast, recorded as the pandemic was forcing people to shelter at home, Turner shared the challenges both artists and charitable organizations are facing in 2020.

Yia Vang came to his profession reluctantly, but he’s undeniably a superstar in the making. His Union Hmong Kitchen draws raves, and he’s earned a spotlight in Bon Appetit. For Vang, cooking is his way of honoring his parents’ story - and sharing the Hmong culture. Listen in for a fascinating conversation about food, passion, and what resilience really means.

It’s not the summer she planned. Anna Tanski heads up Visit Duluth, the tourism bureau that welcomes more than six million visitors to Duluth every year. When COVID came to Minnesota, it hit the hospitality industry hard. Anna joins us for a frank discussion of what that means for Duluth, and why you might want to put the city on your destination list this summer.

Tips on how to showcase your personal brand.

Before he lost his life to a rare bone cancer in 2013, Zach Sobiech, a Stillwater teenager, launched a song, “Clouds” that climbed the charts and launched a movement.

Welcome to Season Three, in which we learn how to do a podcast via Zoom.

What’s going on down there? Dr. Annelise Swigert sets us straight on more than a few myths about female bodies of every age.

Winemaker Matt Scott dishes on his favorite Minnesota wine grapes and the starring role the University of Minnesota is playing in our growing wine industry.

She was Minnesota's first female senate majority leader, only to resign her position after a scandal over an affair was revealed at the Capitol. But Amy Koch didn't hide. She rose to new heights as a political consultant and co-host of the wildly popular podcast, Wrong About Everything.

Sheletta Brundidge is a producer and a contributor on WCCO radio. You may have also heard her fabulous podcast, Two Haute Mamas, with co-creator Lindy Vincent. She's a breath of fresh air, and she made our evening.

A critical conversation about the devastating impact of opioid addiction. Colleen Ronnei shares the story of losing her college-aged son to this epidemic and her resolve to reverse this tragic trend.

Maureen McKenna, a world-class sommelier from 7 Vines Vineyard near Stillwater discusses the award-winning wines produced there and gives some thoughts on which wine might be a great option for your holiday gathering.

Dreaming of a winter getaway? Linda Bendt, owner of Pique Travel in Excelsior, shares tips to turn that dream into a reality. Find out about her innovative way to create a custom travel experience, her must-see recommendations and her tricks for traveling on the cheap.

Kim, Lynn and Julie chat about the holidays, how to survive them... and their love of Lizzo.

Critically acclaimed Twin Cities chef Remy Pettus dishes up tips on holiday cooking.

It’s our LAST EPISODE of Season One. What a journey it has been. As a special bonus, we’re sharing some solicited advice, on how to live your best life, from a number of the guests you’ve heard from over the past 12 episodes. You won’t want to miss this one. Thanks for listening!

Who doesn’t love a cocktail? And who doesn’t love pie? When the two join together, the result is amazing, and Sara’s Tipsy Pies is an example of that amazingness. Sara Hayden herself is also amazing. Mom of five, including a child with special needs and triplets, she wanted to start a little business. The results have been stunning, and she’s now a fan favorite at the Minnesota State Fair. In this episode, Sara discusses her adventures and provides blunt inspiration that applies to almost everyone.

A veteran art teacher talks about an unsettling trend that is surfacing in her classroom: a growing number of students who simply don’t know where to start when presented with a blank sheet of paper. Why is this happening? And why is it so important for both kids AND adults to take time to be creative? Leah Dussault shares her thoughts, and she also talks about her new venture to help working professionals access their untapped creativity to potentially improve their careers. Sit back and enjoy!

She’s a single mom who just made a very big move. Nicole Middendorf is more than a financial advisor, she’s part-relationship counselor, part-mentor, boss-lady and full of great advice. In this episode, we take our show on the road to Nicole’s new building in Minnetonka, learn about when risk can pay off, and who she thinks should pay on the first date.

What happens when an immigrant entrepreneur partners with a political pundit and Hamline University Professor? The Eggroll Queen Café. Learn how Mai Vang built a life in this country, raised a family and then completely lost her hearing— all the while building an egg roll empire. Her business partner, Hamline University political science professor David Schultz, tells  us why he’s one of Mai’s biggest fans— and why women are the key to the outcome of the upcoming elections.

Roxane Battle is a former TV journalist who found herself at a crossroads one day: her job, which was secure, but about to turn into something no journalist wanted, or her sanity and the flexibility she craved to parent her son. It took Roxane on a journey she’s still exploring as a public speaker and author of Pockets of Joy.

Immigration is once again dominating the headlines. In this special edition of Three Women and A Bottle of Wine, we take a deeper dive into this complex issue with Mitchell Hamline law professor Ana Pottratz Acosta. How did we get here? What’s the solution? How can people with differing views on the issue find common ground? We discuss those questions and much more.

You see his byline in the Star Tribune business section almost every day, but his background is in business. In this episode, columnist Lee Schafer talks with us about his journey into journalism. He also shares his insights on how to read between the lines when you’re reading a business story and how to become a smarter news consumer.

HGTV’s DIY queen on surviving an abusive marriage and building a new life as a single mom.

You saw him on Top Chef, and on any given night, you might see him at one of his Twin Cities area restaurants. Justin Sutherland is one of the hottest chefs in town, and we’ve got him. Learn about Justin’s groundbreaking restaurants (one features karaoke and boozy slushies), why you should never follow the recipe and what scares him the most in the kitchen.  Also Justin’s top two Minnesota Moments - and his take on diversity in the kitchen. Thanks to Handsome Hog for hosting us!

Her Minneapolis yoga studio is growing like wildfire, and she says it’s because more and more people want to SLOW DOWN. In this episode, Lucia Yess, owner of Yess Yoga, shares tips and tricks on how to achieve mindfulness… even when you’re cleaning the house. She also explains how the outdoors influence her yoga practice. So take a deep breath… and join us. Thanks to Red Rabbit for hosting us!

We had the distinct honor of sharing a microphone with Sue Scott, veteran voice actor on A Prairie Home Companion. After she was uninvited to do her job there, she decided to launch her own radio show, Island of Discarded Women. In this week’s episode of the podcast, Sue drops all kinds of insights on resilience and reinvention. Thanks to Red Rabbit for hosting us!

Lynn, Kim and Julie kick off the season with the pilot episode.