Podcasts about Minnesotan

Under the nose of the Tim Walz regime, hundreds of millions of Minnesotan tax dollars have been defrauded by an array of shell organizations sending money overseas, in some cases to terrorist groups. That the ringleaders are primarily of Somali descent makes progressives uncomfortable and help's Trump's case against mass migration. This week, the guys discuss COVID-era abuses of welfare, consider immigration's rolling effect on national security, and consider Trump's handling of the economy amidst a potential affordability crisis. Plus: more cultural recommendations!Recommended:The Real Clash of Civilizations, by Nathan PinkoskiLeo Strauss and American Foreign Policy, by Thomas G. WestDemocracy and the Bush Doctrine, by Charles R. KeslerHouse of Leaves, by Mark Z. Danielewski Get full access to Claremont Digital Plus at claremontinstitute.substack.com/subscribe

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LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  A massive web of welfare fraud, ignored warnings, silenced whistleblowers, and political leaders who refused to act—Minnesota's scandal is no isolated case. It's a window into what happens when big government, activist nonprofits, and decades-old refugee policies collide with zero accountability. We trace the money, the politics, the retaliation, and the national implications of a system begging to be exploited. Plus, a moment of levity: a nod to Prince, the legendary Minnesotan who mastered everything except the dysfunction happening in his own backyard.

Earlier this week, "Variety" came out with their Top 100 funniest films of all time and a film co-written by a Minnesotan topped the list. What was the secret to the slapstick comedy that came out in 1988? Columbia Heights favorite son, Pat Proft joined Rena to talk about the film, The Naked Gun!"

Earlier this week, "Variety" came out with their Top 100 funniest films of all time and a film co-written by a Minnesotan topped the list. What was the secret to the slapstick comedy that came out in 1988? Columbia Heights favorite son, Pat Proft joined Rena to talk about the film, The Naked Gun!"

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Drew, Sydney, and Peter are back for another week of talking junior hockey with a Minnesotan flavor.  Zach Wooten's on a rocket ship, Masun Fleece, the Garry twins, and Aiden Dyer have reopened their recruitment, CHL/NAHL notes, PLUS Sydney has the info on lock, Drew's the undisputed USHL insider, and Peter carries multiple inhalers for his asthma. 

The buzzworthy journey of Minnesotan bees and their keepers. These hardy bees don’t mess around—last year they produced $150,000 in sweet profits. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes.

Drew, Sydney, and Peter talk all things junior hockey with a Minnesotan flavor.  This week, the crew discuses the World Junior A Challenge roster release, equipment staffs around the USHL, and a very lengthy discussion about the VERY hypothetical idea of the USHL joining the CHL.

From Amy:At the heart of my work, I draw connections with and for real-life creatives, often from my lived experience of making those kinds of connections in my own work. Not only would a younger Amy have cringed to see me publish the writing I do, but also at the way I reach out to people and say, "Hey, I have a feeling we could work together," or more simply, "Something you shared resonated with me. Please record a conversation for my podcast." But you know what? I'm really good at it, so at this point I own that gift. Because it works out well for me.When I look at Beth Cyr's artwork, I see her doing a similar thing: This is my gift, she says through her pieces, It's something beautiful inside me, and I'm going to do it. And once I've made it, I'll share it. As a result, the rest of us get to enjoy her beautiful imagery. I have a print on my bookshelf from Beth, from this time when she had done all this drawing and I could buy a random print from the collection.That simple yet nuanced landscape inspires me every time I contemplate it. And it's there in the background, quietly keeping beauty in mind. What if your creations could be like that? It comes from knowing who you are and how you feel most like you as you move through the world.Beth made it easy to buy and I was grateful to receive this present-to-me I'd requested that was nonetheless a surprise. She's since taken it to a whole new level in her Gifts from the Universe project, which you can read about in the links below.Beth and I have mutual online friends. So over the summer when she sent an email to her list that especially spoke to me, it wasn't such a stretch to reach out and say, "Hi. We've never spoken before, but let's talk." Unsurprisingly, Beth knew who I was... I was surprised when she replied that she'd seen my name in a congratulatory forum post announcing my certification in Level 4 Quantum Human Design. Ahem.In the space of three weeks, I completed four levels of Quantum Human Design certification, and I was kind of wondering how I was going to talk about that. It makes Younger Amy very uncomfortable to mention. Academic Amy as well. As in, I hadn't mentioned it widely. Because it's an esoteric, well-known field in the life coaching world, certain people expect that from me; my clients know I'm a bit spiritual. I also come from a more prosaic world where such things are looked on as a little (or a lot) out there... a pseudoscience... and also... I find that Human Design is incredibly cool and my chart explains SO MUCH. So I've been quietly exploring for years. I'm only just starting to talk about why that is.So when Beth congratulated me, I recognized the opportunity for what it was: an opportunity to explore this unexpected connection and gather courage to be a bit more "out there." Maybe stop letting the younger, more-easily-mortified Amy decide what I'm talking about. Decondition myself, if you will, and let my gifts shine. Because Human Design is a gift. We talk a bit about deconditioning in the podcast.In essence, it's letting go of what isn't really your energy and your gifts, and embracing what really is. And who decides? YOU.My Human Design chart reveals that following Shiny Objects (I've mentioned several examples above) is a grand and restorative use of my energy. I'm wired to indulge my muses, and to encourage you to as well. And there will be talking. For Beth, it's more body based.I've found the creative process is like this. I let myself respond to a Shiny Object (rather than shrinking away for fear of derision, and potentially being labeled as having "Shiny Object Syndrome..." a known term of derision) and I find out that not only do I have this initial thing in common with the person I contacted to talk, but we have more to talk about, and they help me to see the depth where prior to that I only had worries.That's what this conversation with Beth was like, as well as a primer on Human Design. Beth made Human Design abundantly clear, and as I listen again, I continue to learn more. That's why I think this episode is incredibly cool, and I'm proud to share it. Beth Cyr is an artist, relationship coach, and Quantum Human Design Specialist. To work with clients she has an array of practices from her tool box that include Human Design, somatic work (movement), breathwork, mindfulness and meditation, creativity and art. Through Human Design she's gained a new level of understanding, compassion, and acceptance in all her relationships and wants to share this with others.Beth's Links:WebsiteInstagramBeth's Gifts from the Universe Project starts on Black Friday—but it isn't a typical Black Friday sale. Read more about it. Amy Hallberg is the author of Tiny Altars: A Midlife Revival and German Awakening: Tales from an American Life. She is the host of Courageous Wordsmith Podcast and founder of Courageous Wordsmith Circle for Real-Life Writers. As an editor and writing mentor, Amy guides writers through their narrative journeys—from inklings to beautiful works, specifically podcasts and books. A lifelong Minnesotan and mother of grown twins, Amy lives in the Twin Cities with her husband and two cats. Get Amy's Books and Audiobooks

Drew, Sydney, and Peter chat all things junior hockey with a Minnesotan flavor. Gunnar Conboy is back this weekend, a couple of Spuds head back to Moorhead, plus a handful of players enter the ranks of the newly committed to Division I programs.

Steve Ryner tells us about his efforts to build a monument to a historic storm in Minnesota.

Layoffs at Target and other large corporations are leaving thousands looking for new jobs in an uncertain job market. We talk to an employment counselor about the hiring landscape and the next steps people can take after being laid off. Federal workers in Minnesota are facing uncertainty, too. They have received their first paycheck with no pay. We hear from workers about how they're doing. Several candidates on ballots next week are members of the Democratic Socialists of America. But what does that mean? An expert breaks it down. Plus, we hear from a Minnesotan in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa tore through the country. And chief meteorologist Paul Huttner has the latest on the storm's path as well as the forecast at home.

With a week to go before Minnesota's municipal elections, some voters are going to see some familiar faces on their ballots. Minneapolis and St. Paul mayors Jacob Frey and Melvin Carter are both vying for a third term. In 2026, Gov.Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison are hoping to be elected to their positions for a third time, too. Why are we seeing so many Minnesota politicians running for third terms in office? The director of the Center for the Study of Politics and Governance at the University of Minnesota, Larry Jacobs, joined Minnesota Now to explain.

Drew, Sydney, and Peter break down the latest news in the junior hockey landscape with the Minnesotan flavor. State of Hockey natives Brent Solomon and Cooper Simpson are atop the USHL scoring leaderboard, more than 30 Minnesotans are listed on NHL Central Scouting's Preliminary Watchlist, and a small handful of Minnesotans make their verbal commitments. PLUS the USHL video of the week, unhinged Facebook comment of the week, and more.

From food shelves to energy assistance, we explore how different social services around the state are affected as the federal government shutdown drags on and becomes the second longest in history.A Minnesotan made a documentary about Palestinian and Israeli peacemakers who are working together. We talk to her about navigating those conversations.We check in on rural healthcare out of Rochester with MPR News reporter Molly Castle Work.And do Minnesota's upcoming municipal elections have you overwhelmed or confused? We hear from the creator of the MPR News voter guide for some clarity.And we explore bronze Cambodian sculptures in a new exhibition at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The Minnesota Music Minute was “Tjärnblom" by Nicollett Island Waltz. The Song of the Day was "817 Oakland Ave" by Charlie Parr.

From Amy:Anyone who has been in my world even briefly knows that my work is about books... and yes, I do love a well-written book... and my work is about supporting real-life authors and working creatives... and / but / also there's this affective healing side I'm always paying attention to. This understanding leads people I know to make introductions of people they think I should meet. Kris Jennings was one of those people. What interested me about Kris, and why I wanted to talk with her on my podcast, is that she managed to accomplish big leadership goals in the corporate world...while also living with anxiety. Despite that great anxiety, she supported top leaders behind the scenes... and she's built a small business despite that anxiety too. And Kris has written a book about all that. There's this myth that high-achieving people have it all together in ways that the rest of us don't, like such people are somehow more calm. In my experience, it isn't necessarily true. Accomplishment can actually mask fears. And yet—those fears don't need to stop us from being the human leaders we're meant to be.This conversation is about Kris's book. But this conversation is also about the very understandable fear of becoming an author, and how Kris allowed herself to do that in a way that her nervous system could handle, and I really think THAT's a topic we could stand to talk more about. Someone once told me that I had published and released my first book "wrong" because I hadn't gotten it to best-seller status on Amazon. And they missed the whole point that publishing any book at all was a really big deal for me, and that publishing my memoir WAS the accomplishment I celebrate. The fact that people wanted to read it was gravy. Nobody gets to decide your book path for you.So while I do think that you should read Kris's book because the topic of Courageous Leadership is valuable in its own right, this episode is a master class in how you feel the fears and show up anyway, without ever needing to hide our human emotions the way we so often do. Kris Jennings has more than three decades serving organizations during change. Her designs have helped more than a million people change their behaviors—and feel good about it. She's the author of Inspired by Fear: Becoming a Courageous Change Leader.Best place to find Kris, learn more about her, and buy her book is on her website: https://krisjennings.com LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-jennings/ Amy Hallberg is the author of Tiny Altars: A Midlife Revival and German Awakening: Tales from an American Life. She is the host of Courageous Wordsmith Podcast and founder of Courageous Wordsmith Circle for Real-Life Writers. As an editor and writing mentor, Amy guides writers through their narrative journeys—from inklings to beautiful works, specifically podcasts and books. A lifelong Minnesotan and mother of grown twins, Amy lives in the Twin Cities with her husband and two cats. Get Amy's Books and Audiobooks

A discussion between WCCO TV's Sunday Morning host, Esme Murphy and Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News.

After scoring twice for his new team, Nectarios Triantis sits down with Zarek to discuss his move from Sunderland, the Minnesotan fan environment, and his astounding debut.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wes Jirovec & Brad Thompson join the pod to talk tryouts. What to expect pre, during, and post-tryouts Off-season training What are evaluators looking for? Good practices for parents during tryouts APX procedures

This week, the gals show their homeland some love with some truly dark cases. Topics include a stalker of servers, hypnotism in the courtroom, and a criminal chameleon. Support your local musicians with some MetroNOME beers, stay out of remote cemeteries, and tune in for Minnesotan Murderers. For a full list of show sponsors, visit https://wineandcrimepodcast.com/sponsors. To advertise on Wine & Crime, please email ad-sales@libsyn.com or go to advertising.libsyn.com/winecrime.

Rogers, MN native Paetyn Levis helped lead Ohio State to a national title before being drafted into the PWHL in 2023. We sat down with her to discuss her journey and what lies ahead.

Tony is a friend and fellow Minnesotan who is doing an excellent job of developing a cowherd and grazing system to efficiently grass finish beef in central Minnesota in under 24 months. We discuss his genetic selection, grazing management, and succession planning experience.Resources Mentioned:BibleDirt to Soil - Gabe BrownWhat Your Food Ate - David MontgomeryGrass Fed to Finish - Allan NationRanching Returns PodcastWorking Cows PodcastRanchonomics PodcastCheck out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pharocattle.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information on how to put more fun and profit back into your ranching business! As always, check us out at Ranching Returns Podcast on Facebook and Instagram as well as at ⁠www.ranchingreturns.com⁠.For Ranching Returns shirts, hats, and sweatshirts check out https://farmfocused.com/ranching-returns-merch/For more information on or to order Redmond salt or conditioner check out Redmondagriculture.com

Minnesota teachers have done a three-peat for the National Rural Teacher of the Year.The National Rural Education Association bestowed the honor last year to Melissa Oberg, who teaches special education in Grand Marais. In 2023, it went to Morris teacher Jenny Maras. This year's honoree is Jeff Granrud. He teaches math at Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted High School. That's a district of about 1,300 students an hour west of the Twin Cities in Wright County. Granrud joined Minnesota Now host Nina Moini to talk about his nearly 30-year career in teaching.

Sacha Baron Cohen is being a very stereotypical divorced Hollywood Actor, this Celeb has gone full Minnesotan with the help of a Forrest Lake Resident and Aunt Becky's Daughter was in DJ Tanner's Daughter's Wedding. Also Andy Cohen is finally opening up about his weight loss, Pete is rebranding and Glenn could have been in a hit Fox show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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From Amy:Ten years ago this month, I started my 21st year of teaching with painful confirmations that my career was on its last legs: betrayal by people in power and a frozen right shoulder (my dominant side) that made it hard to write on the board.I didn't know how or when I would make the leap to the life of a working creative. But I knew I had run out of options in my longtime school district.It turned out to be two things. First: I had to leave. When the semester ended in January, I did. My body insisted I do so. Certain people made sure it happened… some who didn't have my back, some who absolutely did. Thanks to them, even (especially) in that fearful passage, I experienced HOPE.Second: After my escape, I kept hope alive by cobbling together activities in person and online, including a book revision cohort that met around a dining room table in South Minneapolis, led by an occasional mentor of mine. I got admitted by promising to finish my manuscript in time for my critique, several months in. That's where I met Keri Mangis, also processing the end of a dream.When my book's turn came to be read, my draft was done, but I backed out for reasons that boil down to a still-raw and reactive nervous system. Of that group, I only trusted Keri to read my draft.And when we reached the milestone of being published—our respective book launch parties—you better believe we were there for each other.I pulled oracle cards, doing readings for guests at Keri's February 2020 launch, just before the world shut down. And of course I was going to podcast about Keri's TEDx Talk experience this summer.See, every time I get to witness Keri's path or she mine, we both have something to offer and we both take something away. I feel a bit more courageous. Every time, without fail. This time as well. Keri's talking about menopause: One life period ending, a promising period starting. Her TEDx idea is to celebrate that passage with women.I'm here for the celebration.And we'll both keep walking.Keri Mangis is more than just an author and speaker—she's a guide for those seeking deeper meaning and transformation in a chaotic world. With over 20 years of experience as a wholeness advocate and spiritual teacher, Keri understands the frustration of feeling stuck and disconnected. Through her writing and teachings, Keri helps people break free from limiting beliefs to rediscover their true essence and align with their core values. Her spiritual and personal growth studies and certifications have run the gamut over the years from yoga, Ayurveda, energy work, and meditation. Most recently, she has taken on studying Alchemy, Jungian Psychology, archetypes, and rites of passage. Her writing has appeared in Spirituality and Health Magazine, Star Tribune, Elephant Journal, and others. Her first book, Embodying Soul: A Return to Wholeness, received multiple awards, including the 2020 IPA award for Mind, Body & Spirit and the 2020 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal in Non-Fiction Spiritual and Supernatural. She is currently working on her second book, an illuminating exploration of personal and collective transformation that will empower readers to evolve their consciousness for an uncertain future.Keri's Links:BookInstagramFacebook Amy Hallberg is the author of Tiny Altars: A Midlife Revival and German Awakening: Tales from an American Life. She is the host of Courageous Wordsmith Podcast and founder of Courageous Wordsmith Circle for Real-Life Writers. As an editor and writing mentor, Amy guides writers through their narrative journeys—from inklings to beautiful works, specifically podcasts and books. A lifelong Minnesotan and mother of grown twins, Amy lives in the Twin Cities with her husband and two cats. Get Amy's Books and AudiobooksLearn about Courageous Wordsmith Circle for Real-Life WritersWork with Amy 1:1

A long awaited film adaptation of a Stephen King novel opens tomorrow, and a Minnesotan plays a prominent role. Actor Ben Wang was born in China but grew up in Minnesota before starring in the movies "Karate Kid Legends" and "Chang Can Dunk." Now, he's playing a supporting role in "The Long Walk." Directed by Francis Lawrence, the film is a dystopian thriller about young men forced to compete in a deadly test of endurance.Wang spoke with arts reporter Jacob Aloi about the film and what got him into acting. A quick note for listeners: this conversation includes mentions of violence.

The nation is grappling with news of a potentially political act of violence after right-wing activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed in Utah Wednesday. We talk to a Minnesota senator who remembers him as a mentor.We continue to look at AI in the classroom this week. One study found that 70 percent of teens have used an AI companion, or digital friend. We focus in on how those programs impact youth mental health.Our reporter Dan Kraker joins us from Duluth to talk about an energy controversy in northern Minnesota.Plus, are you new to rooting for the Vikings? We have some advice on how to dive into the season.And a Minnesotan appears in a Stephen King film that opens Friday. We hear from him.The Minnesota Music Minute was "In the Light" by Laamar. The Song of the Day was "Blue Blue Blue" by Cornbread Harris.

We hear from the father of one of the Annunciation school children who remains in critical condition amid the 9 day wait for answers and prayers - we replay that in The Lead, there is trouble on Lake Street and in Headlines we have a Minnesotan with an SNL future and much more in the DeRush Hour News Headlines!

Tony Michael Johns, aka The Ladies' Man, is in the local new and loving his newfound controversial fame. Let's catch up with one of the nuttiest criminals the internet has to offer. KarmicX is back home, and the quiet solitude of his trailer is clearly getting to him. The delusion is stronger with this Minnesotan basic that perhaps any other weirdo we've covered. But I digress. We've got another film to watch from self-proclaimed director Alex Holliday, and the creative process of this slow rivals that of Metropolitan Detective. Crazy Joe has some thoughts that we must go over. Chad Zumock is gearing up to start streaming again from his new place. But where is it? Does anyone know? Chad is certainly a superior mind and devilish trickster who may be pulling one over on everyone - OGAIN! ...

WVIIA: The "Movies About Schools" Edition. Also a Minnesotan was just cast on Saturday Night Live and Kraft and Heinz are getting divorced.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

48 Hours correspondent Peter Van Sant and producer Jordan Kinsey discuss how TikTok mobilized a Minnesotan community to find missing mother of two, Maddi Kingsbury. This episode last aired on 4/16/2024. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textWelcome back to the American Experiment Podcast!This week, we're recording from a brand-new venue—the great Minnesota Get-Together! Grace and Kathryn dive into State Fair news, sample the latest foods, and sit down with our friend Corey Roberts, founder of The Minnesotan (www.theminnesotan.com).Be sure to LIKE, SHARE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE and never miss an episode of the American Experiment Podcast!

*NOTE* - The topic discussion starts at 15:00. It's another Strange States episode! This time, we will be looking at The Land Of 10,000 Lakes and Wisconsin's bestie…Minnesota! From haunted murder mansions and spooky concert halls to demonic marsupials, we will be looking at all things Minnesotan! And, as always, a taste-test and more trivia questions!!!

We've been crapping all over radio execs for years, but someone from KROQ does it and now suddenly it's gospel. We're offended. But we're also glad that everyone agrees with us now. Scott doesn't know that feeling, being a Minnesotan who's willing to go against the grain. We don't do that very well in this state.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, results from the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe's Water Over Nickel survey. Plus, how Tribal Broadband Bootcamp is supporting Minnesotan tribal internet access.-----Executive Producer: Emma Needham Script editing: Emily Krumberger Anchor: Marie Rock Producers: Emma Needham and CJ Younger Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood

It's Day 14 of the Dog Days of Podcasting Challenge, and it's been a crazy afternoon, so one more day without a more current intro.Today's questions lean a bit more Minnesotan but I hope some of the rest of you … Continue reading → The post One Idjit's Thoughts on The Dog Days of Trivia 2025 Day 14 appeared first on NIMLAS Studios.

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On this episode, we dig into the eerie experiences of a young Minnesotan who finds themselves caught between the natural and the supernatural. What begins as a search for a runaway dog quickly spirals into an unsettling series of events, raising questions about the nature of the unknown. From shadowy figures in the backyard to an enigmatic creature in the woods, this story will leave you questioning what's real and what's not. Join us as we uncover the details of this chilling account and explore the mysteries that still linger today.

On this episode, we dig into the eerie experiences of a young Minnesotan who finds themselves caught between the natural and the supernatural. What begins as a search for a runaway dog quickly spirals into an unsettling series of events, raising questions about the nature of the unknown. From shadowy figures in the backyard to an enigmatic creature in the woods, this story will leave you questioning what's real and what's not. Join us as we uncover the details of this chilling account and explore the mysteries that still linger today.

When your family is from a place with a distinctive, often-mockable accent, and you don't have that accent but can (and do) readily fall into it as soon as you get around anyone who does their vowels like a Minnesotan, you learn to love accents. And then, as soon as you take any class (or read any text) in the anthropology/sociology/cultural analysis realm, you start thinking about accents as signifiers: of place, of race, of social status, of education, of insider/outsider status… the meanings feel endless. I'm SO thrilled to have Dr. Nicole Holliday on this week's episode to go deep and nerdy on all of your very complicated (or, sometimes, deceptively simple) questions about accents — most of them American, but we've got a few Canadian questions in there, too. And I can pretty much guarantee: you're going to absolutely devour this episode. It's the platonic ideal of a Culture Study ep, and I can't wait to discuss it. Thanks to the sponsors of today's episode!Zbiotics Sugar-to-Fiber: Go to zbiotics.com/CULTURESTUDY and use CULTURESTUDY at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ZBiotics has a 100% money-back guarantee, so if you're unsatisfied for any reason they will refund your money, no questions asked.Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit ARTICLE.COM/culture and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.Head to moshlife.com/CULTURE to save 20% off plus free shipping on the best sellers trial pack or the new plant-based trial packHead to Ollie.com/CULTURE, tell them all about your dog, and use code CULTURE to get 60% off your Welcome Kit when you subscribe todayJoin the ranks of paid subscribers and get bonus content, access to the discussion threads, ad-free episodes, and the knowledge that you're supporting an indie pod trying to make its way in the world. If you're already a subscriber-- thank you! Join us in the discussion thread for this episode! Got a question or idea for a future episode? Visit culturestudypod.substack.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit culturestudypod.substack.com/subscribe

“Project Runway” season 21 will premiere on Freeform Thursday night. The reality competition features 12 contestants who compete through a series of fashion design challenges. And this season, you'll see a Minnesotan on your screen. Ethan Mundt is from a small town outside Rochester and studied theatre production and art at Hamline University. He is no stranger to the TV screen. He competed on “RuPaul's Drag Race” as Utica Queen. Mundt spoke with Minnesota Now senior producer Aleesa Kuznetsov to talk about his experience on the show.

If you're in the Midwest you've probably noticed a lot of trees being cut down lately. Those are most likely all ash trees, and they're infected with the emerald ash borer. Cutting them down is one way to stop it. But it's not the only way. Kenny will fill you in. And while we're at it, AK will fill you in on how to get along with your fellow Minnesotan despite having major political differences.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk about tangible items we wouldn't want to lose, Minnesotan activities we've missed out on, and our favorite parts of where we live.

Minnesotan's were glued to their TV sets this weekend as news unfolded surrounding the assassination of Senator Mellisa Hortman Democratic House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, along with the the shooting of DFL State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. This week on the podcast, Neal Justin, media critic for the Minnesota Star Tribune, joins the show to discuss how local media did cover the story.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Israel has hit Iranian state TV as Tehran has reportedly reached out to end the war. Also: The suspect in the killing of a Minnesotan lawmaker is charged with murder, and the owners splashing out on their pet's birthday.

Israel and Iran continue to launch missiles at one another, with no deal in sight. Iran, after having Tehran bombarded with attacks, is asking the United States to help broker some sort of de-escalation, while Israel continues to urge the United States to enter the war as a key player. Next, Donald Trump is back to meeting with world leaders and making some interesting statements. Most notably, he has partially changed his tune on mass deportations, now urging ICE to target criminals in large cities. Finally, a Minnesotan representative was murdered in cold blood; however, her death is shrouded in mystery. We'll be talking about all this and more on today's Untamed!