Podcast appearances and mentions of Star Tribune

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joined host Michael Rand for a look back on the weekend in sports. The Twins won Sunday after losing three straight to Detroit as we approach the dog days of a lost season. Will there be any shakeups after the year now that we know the Pohlad family is keeping the team? The Vikings' backup QB situation is a mess, which is good for former Gophers QB Max Brosmer. He has a real chance to make the team. Plus the Lynx keep on winning without Napheesa Collier.

Reports from the Star Tribune today say that Governor Walz is wavering as he weighs whether or not to run for a third term in office. Adam Carter opens the show today, filling in for Chad, talking about why he feels two terms is enough for any governor.

Star Tribune columnist Rochelle Olson joins Adam to discuss the reporting that Governor Walz is still indecisive about running for another term or not and shares some of the opinions she has is this week's Cheers & Jeers column.

Our final hour features Rochelle Olson of the Star Tribune talking politics and this week's Cheers & Jeers column with Adam Carter before we hear from the Am I Wrong? committee.

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Vikings pass-catching group, which seems rather thin to start the season. It led him to a conclusion: This needs to be a much bigger year for T.J. Hockenson than 2024 was for the Vikings tight end. Plus the Twins got creamed in New York, Part Infinity. 10:00: Star Tribune columnist La Velle E. Neal III joins Rand for a debate about missed Twins opportunities, Wild offseason priorities and J.J. McCarthy. 31:00: A new home for high school sports.

Introduction: Host Michael Rand looks at the Star Tribune's recent story on declining Target Field attendance and picks out three moments that really cost the Twins. The Yankees, of course, have played a role in their misery -- and continued to do so on Monday. 12:00: Star Tribune Vikings writer Emily Leiker joins Rand to talk about all the big moments from Saturday's preseason opener and to set up a big week ahead for quarterback J.J. McCarthy. 31:00: A very veteran addition for the Wild?

Randy Shaver talks about his busy life since retiring from KARE-11 and his excitement to begin a new prep football postgame show with the Star Tribune.

Randy Shaver joins Chad to share details and his excitement over a new gig he's preparing to start with the Star Tribune covering prep football. Plus, Chad discusses today's primary vote for Melissa Hortman's seat in the legislature.

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joined host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. The Twins took two of three from the Royals in their first home series since trading 10 MLB players. They are starting to win back some fans, it seems, with a younger roster led by Luke Keaschall. The 22-year-old rookie hit a walk-off homer to win Sunday's game.. Meanwhile, J.J. McCarthy had an effective but not spectacular series Saturday in a preseason win over the Texans.

Jon updates the Texas redistricting fight, crime in Minneapolis, and Mary Moriarty not seeking reelection. Plus, the Star Tribune runs an anti-Christian editorial 

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins for two segments of talk on the Twins, Lynx and Vikings. Plus, Chad reacts to some audio from a CNN interview, reposted by Pete Hegseth, of a group of pastors pushing a Christian Nationalist movement and Jason joins to disagree with Chad over what's really behind people losing their minds on social media of a new Vikings cheerleader.

From Amy:The big ideas that get us all talking didn't come from nowhere. Someone started talking about them, and somewhere along the way, they got traction. Somebody or something amplified them and they resonated. And that's the big idea behind a TedX talk. It's also the idea behind the partnerships I've been nurturing ever since I decided that I was going to commit my life going forward to being an author. These are those people we encounter who contribute indelibly to our understanding of where we've been and where we want to be going forward. Keri Mangis is one of those people for me.I met Keri shortly after I had resigned my teaching job in early 2016, when I signed up for a book revision class in Minneapolis as a way to motivate myself to FINALLY get that first memoir draft finished. In theory we four participants would read through each other's manuscripts in turn and give helpful notes. In actuality, when I got the manuscript done, I gave it to my mother to read and (hint to all people writing memoirs: NEVER do that) not only did it ruin Mother's Day (yes, really, it was her Mother's Day present... seriously... do not do this... she hated my book) but the experience was so painful that I decided that I also did not trust the participants of the group to comment on my manuscript, nor the leader (who had just lost her mother... you see what a slippery slope this is) even after my mom and I started talking to each other again. Except... I really wanted Keri to be my first beta reader. And so, I quietly reached and asked her and felt comforted when she agreed.That's right. Keri read German Awakening when it still went by another name. Her comments were helpful and made me feel seen.Keri gave me names for a lot of things I didn't recognize fully back then, such as the word "Patriarchy." But I did know that in a society centered on men, certain essential truths about women get devalued at best, and often hidden. So. When Keri started talking about menopause as a liminal space, even though it's a topic we're FINALLY discussing, of course Keri had a fascinating take on menopause I'd never thought of.And as the anecdote with my mom reveals, we really should be talking about the experience of women elders in our male-normative world.It feels preordained that Keri would be selected to give a TedX Minneapolis talk. And of course we were going to podcast about it.This is the pre-talk episode, on the origins of Keri's talk and what this whole experience has meant to her so far. The show is THIS WEDNESDAY, 6:00 at Orchestra.You can buy tickets here. Keri will be back for Episode 111 to debrief with me. See you at Orchestra HallKeri 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. She has completed several courses with Sharon Blackie, Michael Meade, and the Center of Applied Jungian Studies. 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:TedX Talk TicketsBookInstagramFacebookYouTube 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

Phil Miller covers the Minnesota Twins for the Star Tribune. He joins Steve Thomson ahead of the second game of the Twins/Royals series. The Twins have been winning some games despite trading away much of their roster at the deadline. Phil and Steve talk about Joe Ryan's experience around the deadline and how it feels in the locker room after so much change in so little time. As jarring as the trade deadline was, Phil thinks there were four months of not so inspiring baseball that led to so much upheaval. He also touches on unique ailments that some players are dealing with.

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a look at the 10 traded former Twins players. How have they fared in their first week with their new teams since the trade deadline? Plus a good listener question about minimum payrolls in MLB. 9:00: Star Tribune intern Shelby Swanson joins Rand to dissect all the latest Lynx news, including the injury to Napheesa Collier and the addition of DiJonai Carrington. 34:00: Some tough injury news for an ex-Gophers football player.

This week on The City Girl Empower Hour, we welcome journalist, editor, podcast host, retail guru, and entrepreneur Allison Kaplan, VP of content at MSP Communications and Editor-in-Chief of Twin Cities Business AND soon to be Director of Innovation and Engagement at The Star Tribune. We discuss: The evolution of journalism in the digital age Why local media still matters in a global world Building Mother Of—a new venture supporting modern moms The art of interviewing and storytelling through “By All Means” How to juggle ambition, family, and authenticity in a high-profile career Navigating imposter syndrome and defining your own success If you've ever wondered what it looks like to evolve your career with intention and impact—this one's for you. Follow Allison: Instagram & Twitter: @alishops LinkedIn: Allison Kaplan Business Ventures: @motherof.co, @tcbmag Connect with Us:

Star Tribune columnist Rochelle Olson joins Chad to talk about the Trump administration's attack on transgender members of the Air Force and the subjects she features in this week's Cheers & Jeers column.

Star Tribune columnist Rochelle Olson joins Chad to talk politics and share some of the targets in this week's Cheers & Jeers column before we hear from the Am I Wrong? committee and their resolutions to wrap up the week.

Introduction: The Vikings arrived at a clear choice in 2025 with their QB pecking order. It's second-year player J.J. McCarthy's team. But they had other options at various points. How are Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers and others faring in training camp so far? Plus Twins fans are intrigued by their new-look team. 11:00: Star Tribune columnist La Velle E. Neal III joins Rand for their weekly debate segment. In focus: Will the Twins make more pitching trades this offseason? How will the Vikings fare without Jordan Addison? And is there a silver lining with the Napheesa Collier trade? 31:00: The Twins were right about Jorge Alcala. And the Wolves' preseason schedule is out.

Chef Andrew Zimmern joins Chad to talk about his op-ed piece in today's Star Tribune and why he feels tension within himself as a chef and world traveler while also seeing the horrors of starvation in Gaza and other parts of the world.

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the big stories in sports. It's their first show together since the Twins traded away 10 players at the deadline, a move that will have reverberations on the franchise for years to come. Plus a big Lynx trade, but perhaps not the one we wer expecting.

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins Chad to talk about the state of the Twins following the trade deadline selloff, a big move from the Lynx to help their roster and the Vikings preparing to open up their preseason on Saturday.

Rochelle Olson joins Chad Hartman for their weekly Cheers & Jeers segment along with some political discussion.They first talk about President Trump's plan to fire a head of a department because they reported bad numbers. They get into Governor Tim Walz's run for a third gubernatorial term and potential strategy in the next few months. They also discuss the potential of Rep. Kristin Robbins running for governor. Chad and Rochelle then run through her Cheers & Jeers column in the Star Tribune for the week.

The full third hour of the Chad Hartman Show for Friday, August 1st, 2025. Rochelle Olson joins Chad Hartman for their weekly Cheers & Jeers segment along with some political discussion.They first talk about President Trump's plan to fire a head of a department because they reported bad numbers. Chad and Rochelle then run though her Cheers & Jeers column in the Star Tribune for the week. Then, Chad talks about a dispute between the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and a park worker who went on maternity leave, received PPL funds and then was unable to return to work. The MPRB initially tried to reclaim the PPL funds but have now decided to no longer pursue. Jason DeRusha gives his thoughts on the matter and how complex it is.

On "The Lead" - Jason talks to Lt. Col. Brian Morgan from the MN National Guard about how they're helping St. Paul recover from a cyber attack. Then Michael Rand from the Star Tribune reacts to a Twins fire sale. Then on "Page 2" IKEA stores in a Best Buy?! (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)

5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour - Jason talks to Lt. Col. Brian Morgan from the MN National Guard about their help with St. Paul's recovery from a cyber attack and then Michael Rand from the Star Tribune reacts to the Twins fire sale. Finally Jason talks with Erin Hickey from LifeTime fitness about their new AI robot massage program.

We all doom scroll, we all spend hours on our phones sifting through social media - but per a recent Star Tribune article - studies show it is NOT in fact considered a medical diagnosis - we discuss why it should!

Introduction: The Twins' trade deadline chatter featured a curveball as reports have emerged that Houston is considering trying to trade for shortstop Carlos Correa. What would that look like for the Twins and Correa, who has a no-trade clause in the six-year, $200 million deal he signed before 2023? 8:00: Star Tribune columnist Chip Scoggins joins Rand to break down what he has seen so far at Vikings camp. Plus some talk about the Twins' long-term plan. 27:00: Lynx vs. Liberty was a great but controversial WNBA Finals last year. Those same teams will play four times in the next few weeks.

The Star Tribune published a ranking of the "Best Views" in Minnesota. Jason has a... slightly different take. Then, the state is so backlogged on REAL ID applications, they're asking folks to stop applying for a bit. Really?! (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

The Trump administration has singled out Minnesota's largest newspaper for its coverage of immigration enforcement. A press release Tuesday accused the Minnesota Star Tribune of covering for people the White House called “criminal illegal immigrants.” The statement linked to social media posts from federal agencies that criticized Star Tribune immigration stories as well as an opinion column. For its part, the newspaper told MPR News, “we stand by our reporting and don't have any additional comment.” Jane Kirtley, director of the Silha Center for Media Ethics and Law and the University of Minnesota, joins Minnesota Now guest host Chris Farrell to talk about the White House statement and its press freedom implications.

They always say you need to exercise a lot and eat healthier to stay healthy and a recent story in the Star Tribune featuring findings from the Alzheimer's Association discusses just that so we talked to Dr Joseph Gaugler, Chair in Long Term Care and Aging with the University of Minnesota School of Public Health who is currently at the conference joins Jason to discuss these findings when it comes to those looking to age better and healthier!

Dan is joined by his former newspaper colleague Jerry Zgoda who wrapped up a 41 year career at the Star Tribune over the weekend. Dan and Jerry share some stories and memories from many years working together (covering some really bad Wolves teams).

Dan is joined by his former newspaper colleague Jerry Zgoda who wrapped up a 41 year career at the Star Tribune over the weekend. Dan and Jerry share some stories and memories from many years working together (covering some really bad Wolves teams). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan is joined by his former newspaper colleague Jerry Zgoda who wrapped up a 41 year career at the Star Tribune over the weekend. Dan and Jerry share some stories and memories from many years working together (covering some really bad Wolves teams). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports, starting with another disappointing series for the Twins. They're 50-55 after losing two of three to the last-place Nationals, and it's enough to ask where the big plan went off the rails. Plus Reusse and Rand get into the 3M Open, Vikings training camp and the Lynx while offering a send-off for departing colleague Jerry Zgoda.

There was a lot of solid police work as authorities searched for Vance Boelter, but are there things that could have been done better? Jason talks with Ryan Faircloth from the Star Tribune who looked into that idea.

3pm Hour: Jason talks with listeners about what he and his wife should do when both kids are off at college? Then he talks with Ryan Faircloth from the Star Tribune who was one of the reporters that looked into the investigation of the shootings of legislators and what could have been done better.

Jason talks about a Star Tribune feature about the nebulous borders of Uptown - what do you consider to be part of the area?

4pm Hour: Jason hosts another round of his game show as contestants vie for a $50 gift card to Jester Concepts restaurants on "Card DeSharks". Then he talks about a Star Tribune feature that debates where Uptown starts and stops.

Rochelle Olson joins Tim and Mary Pawlenty for talk about still navigating her transition from reporter to columnist at the Star Tribune and what's in this week's Cheers & Jeers column.

Star Tribune columnist Rochelle Olson joins to discuss her latest Cheers & Jeers column before we hear this week's resolutions from the Am I Wrong? committee.

We read from the DSA platform. Star Tribune begins its coverage of Omar Fateh. How much of a deep dive will they do? Fraudsters in Mankato claim to have fed 1.6 million children, not 1 million as previously reported. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show:Police arrest teen in connection to murder of 11-year-old Minneapolis boyUS attorney says Minnesota government fraud could exceed $1 billionBirmingham mourns the death of native son Ozzy OsbourneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Riemenschneider from the Star Tribune talks about Ozzy Osbourne a day after his passing.

Omar Fateh wins the DFL endorsement for mayor of Minneapolis, best of luck to a once great city.......The Minneapolis DFL Party convention ended Saturday night in a chaotic flurry of activity that saw state Sen. Omar Fateh claim the party's endorsement for mayor.Why it matters: The young democratic socialist lawmaker's victory over two-term sitting mayor Mayor Jacob Frey is a major coup for left-wing critics hoping to unseat the well-funded incumbent.It's also the Minneapolis DFL's first endorsement in any contested mayor's race since at least 1997, per the Star Tribune.What they're saying: "Today, we witnessed a rejection of politics as usual," Fateh said in his victory speech on the Target Center floor just before 10pm."We know the status quo are going to do anything and everything to maintain power," he told his supporters. "They'll have all the money in the world … But they don't have you."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matthew Coller is joined by Andrew Krammer of the Minnesota Star Tribune to discuss the Vikings' training camp-opening press conference and everything Kevin O'Connell and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah said about the 2025 Vikings.

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a 5-2 Twins loss that had plenty of interesting subplots early and late. But the sum of the nine innings reinforced what we have learned through 100 games this season: The Twins just aren't good enough this year. 8:00: Star Tribune summer sports intern Shelby Swanson joins Rand to break down all the big Lynx storylines. They're 20-4 coming out of the All-Star break, and they are dominating headlines. Will that all add up to a championship? 43:00: Old Twins friend Rich Hill is still at it.

Omar Fateh wins the DFL endorsement for mayor of Minneapolis, best of luck to a once great city.......The Minneapolis DFL Party convention ended Saturday night in a chaotic flurry of activity that saw state Sen. Omar Fateh claim the party's endorsement for mayor.Why it matters: The young democratic socialist lawmaker's victory over two-term sitting mayor Mayor Jacob Frey is a major coup for left-wing critics hoping to unseat the well-funded incumbent.It's also the Minneapolis DFL's first endorsement in any contested mayor's race since at least 1997, per the Star Tribune.What they're saying: "Today, we witnessed a rejection of politics as usual," Fateh said in his victory speech on the Target Center floor just before 10pm."We know the status quo are going to do anything and everything to maintain power," he told his supporters. "They'll have all the money in the world … But they don't have you."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Grove's career spans journalism, public service and Big Tech.  He helped shape content at Google and YouTube, led Minnesota's Department of Employment and Economic Development, and now serves as publisher and CEO of the Star Tribune. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Grove about the future of media, the role of public service, the influence of technology and what it means to come home to the Midwest.Guest: Steve Grove is the CEO and publisher of the Minnesota Star Tribune. He was commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development during Governor Tim Walz's first term. Before moving back to his home state, Steve built a career in Silicon Valley as an executive at Google and YouTube. He is the co-founder of Silicon North Stars — a nonprofit he started with his wife, Mary — to educate and inspire young Minnesotans to pursue careers in technology. He is also the author of the new book, "How I Found Myself in the Midwest." 

Send us a textWelcome back to the American Experiment Podcast! In today's episode, Grace, Bill, and Kathryn sit down to STOP THE TAPE on the legacy media's LIES about the Big Beautiful Bill. First, they break down two Star Tribune articles, followed by a piece from the Fargo Forum, debunking the myths surrounding Trump's legislation.Then, for kicks and giggles, they react to a viral clip from Hunter Biden's latest interview that's taking the internet by storm.Finally, Grace and Kathryn chat with American Experiment policy fellow Sarah Montalbano about her myth-busting report, "Shattered Green Dreams - The Environmental Costs of Wind and Solar".Be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to help us grow—and never miss an episode of the American Experiment Podcast!00:00 - Welcome Back!02:16 - Star Trib: BBB might kill Grandma...?!06:48 - Star Trib again...even more myths21:00 - What the Forum doesn't get about wind and solar24:10 - A quick word from Hunter Biden....26:22 - Sarah Montalbano "Shattered Green Dreams"

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports, which included an embarrassing series for the Twins at the hopeless Rockies. After Minnesota won just one of three games, their path forward this season is clear. And Reusse questions whether the people making decisions for the Twins are all that smart. Plus a look ahead to Vikings training camp. Spoiler alert: Reusse thinks the Vikings will be pretty good, but he still misses Mankato. And golf will soon take over the Twin Cities.

Couldn't have asked for better weather over the weekend and many are raving about the music and the atmosphere altogether - we chat with Jon Bream with the Star Tribune and get his take on the weekend and we break down each performance!