Podcasts about Twin cities

What's the point of a beautiful website or an aesthetic Instagram if no one takes the next step? In this episode, Mark and Alyssa explore the full sales funnel—from awareness to action—and how blogging, Pinterest, and email marketing each play a role. Plus: the hourglass sales strategy you didn't know you needed.   Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop   See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events   The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you're looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.   Sponsors for the Episode: Olive and Vine Socials: https://oliveandvinesocials.com/   Where to find the Host: Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/ Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/ Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc

Communities across Minnesota will be celebrating the Fourth of July with parades, picnics and fireworks displays. While most fireworks are Friday night, a few cities will get an early jump on the holiday with shows Thursday. That includes the Stars and Stripes Days fireworks in Pequot Lakes beginning at dusk. On the Iron Range, the Aurora Patriotic Days fireworks begin at 10 p.m. and the Thunder Over Eveleth fireworks are at 10:15 p.m. In the Twin Cities, Bloomington's annual Summer Fete is Friday evening.Minneapolis police are hoping to avoid a repeat of the mayhem that plagued the last three July Fourth holidays. While gun-related crime in Minneapolis has spiked around July 4 for the past five years, crime statistics overall are trending downward.Law enforcement is warning boaters it will be aggressively enforcing laws prohibiting impaired boating over the Independence Day weekend. The Department of Natural Resources is calling the campaign Operation Dry Water. It runs tomorrow through Monday. The White Earth Nation opened its second, off-reservation recreational cannabis dispensary Thursday, this time in St. Cloud.

With the passing of the “Big Beautiful Bill” and the bars closing in the Twin Cities we dive right into The Lead and also we talked to Dave Potter who previews the yearly tradition of the Fourth of July in Delano! Then we jump to some of the DeRush Hour News Headlines with a bear on the loose, Red Panda is OK and Minneapolis is the new home of happiness and optimism!

No better food expert (besides Jason) to break down some of the big closings in Minnesota and also preview the big weekend at the Taste of Minnesota for today's DeRusha Eats!

Two huge losses for the Twin Cities area with Palmers and Annie's Parlour are both closing its doors this year and we ask the simple question - why? Is it because of safety or the 2023 “its too dangerous” take or is it simply your spending or lack there of - we break it down!

We have boots on the ground in the Twin Cities, as we search for the latest on the halftime G.O.A.T.

Law enforcement officials are continuing their investigation into the death of 16-year-old Jordan Collins who was known as “Manny.” Anoka County Sheriff Brad Wise says searchers found the boy's body in a landfill in Elk River over the weekend. Wise says law enforcement still wants any help it can get from the public to solve the crime.A 14-year-old boy was killed and a 13-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries when a pickup truck struck the motorized scooter they were riding Tuesday in St. Paul. Police say that older teen was driving the scooter and ran a stop sign on the city's west side just before 9 a.m. The driver of the pickup is cooperating with investigators.A judge has sent a St. Paul man to federal prison for 10 years for hiding fentanyl pills inside stuffed animals and mailing them to the Twin Cities.The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has closed the beach at Lake Hiawatha temporarily because of high E. coli bacteria levels. The agency says it hasn't received any reports of illness, but closed the beach as a precaution after routine water quality testing. All of the city's other beaches remain open.The Lynx lost to Indiana last night in the WNBA's Commissioner's Cup game 74-59. The Lynx surrendered a 13-point lead and made only 35 percent of their shots.

Fishers have been moving from northern Minnesota south and can now be seen in the Twin Cities area. What is a fisher? Join Brandon and Angela as they discuss what makes this large member of the weasel family special, and the special adaptations it has to help it hunt foods from rabbits to porcupines. 

Mark Connor began boxing at age 10 at the Mexican American Boxing Club, the area of the city from which he formed his understanding of the world, anchoring his perception of direction to the family house and the rising of the sun outside his bedroom window.     He had 102 amateur fights, made it to three national tournaments, and competed against some of the nation's top world-class boxers. He became the Upper Midwest Golden Gloves lightweight champion at 17.      However, when America went through the trauma of an economic shutdown and his beloved Twin Cities blew up in fiery riots, Mark worked when he could (the Boxing gyms and churches were closed due to Governor's orders), helped his mother who was diagnosed with a fatal heart disease, and daily mourned the death of his father.  Mark is a boxing trainer and a writer from St. Paul, Minnesota. His first book, It's About Time, has sold millions of copies. He weaves together a story of love, family, and life with twenty poems running through it.   

On a frigid February day in 1974, 25-year-old graduate student Mary Schlais stuck out her thumb to hitch a ride. She planned to travel from Minneapolis, Minnesota to Madison, Wisconsin and then make her way north to Chicago to attend an art show. Back then, it was common for young people to rely on the kindness of strangers for transportation. Hitchhiking around the Twin Cities was something Mary did regularly. That cold February day was the last time anyone saw the free-spirited woman alive. Mary's body was discovered later that day, but it would be more than 50 years before her killer was tracked down through genetic genealogy.  Subscribe to Jami's YouTube channel @JamiOnAir: https://www.youtube.com/@jamionair Follow Jami @JamiOnAir on Instagram and TikTok. Sponsors Boulevard: Visit JoinBLVD.com/MURDERISH to book a demo and get 10% off your first year subscription, for new customers. Shopify: Visit shopify.com/murderish to sign up for a $1/month trial. TaskRabbit: Visit TaskRabbit.com, or download the TaskRabbit app, and use code MURDERISH for 15% off your first task Dirty Money Moves: Women in White Collar Crime - Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirty-money-moves-women-in-white-collar-crime/id1619521092. Research and writing by: Alison Schwartz. Want to advertise on this show? We've partnered with Cloud10 Media to handle our advertising requests. If you're interested in advertising on MURDERISH, please send an email to Sahiba Krieger sahiba@cloud10.fm and copy jami@murderish.com.  Visit Murderish.com to learn more about the podcast and Creator/Host, Jami, and to view a list of sources for this episode.  Listening to this podcast doesn't make you a murderer, it just means you're murder..ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Curious Builder, host Mark Williams sits down with legendary Minneapolis interior designer Billy Beson for a heartfelt and lighthearted conversation. They explore Billy's journey in design, the importance of setting boundaries for work-life balance, the value of mentorship and genuine relationships, and the impact of building with heart rather than just for scale. With touching stories, laughs, and some honest takes on today's design trends, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the people side of building beautiful homes. Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop   See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events   The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you're looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.   Sponsors for the Episode: Pella Website: https://www.pella.com/ppc/professionals/why-wood/    Olive and Vine Socials Website: https://oliveandvinesocials.com/    Adaptive Website: https://www.adaptive.build    Where to find the Guest: Website: http://billybesonco.com/   Where to find the Host: Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/ Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/ Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc

It was a weekend of severe weather for much of Minnesota. The National Weather Service says four tornadoes swept through Carver County alone. The the storms knocked down trees and power lines, but no storm-related injuries have been reported.Storms spawned a large twister on the Minnesota-South Dakota border. Heavy rains from the storms caused localized flooding as well.It was also a weekend of mourning in the Twin Cities with funeral services for Melissa and Mark Hortman. After a viewing at the Minnesota Capitol on Saturday, friends, family members and dignitaries gathered Saturday for a funeral at the Basilica of St. Mary. The former DFL House Speaker and her husband were remembered for their service to the state, their sense of humor and their love of community. Gov. Tim Walz gave one of the remembrances of the Hortmans, calling Melissa Hortman the most consequential speaker of the House in Minnesota history.A man is in custody following a standoff with police in Rochester. Police say the incident started as a domestic disturbance late Saturday. The man allegedly had a knife and fled the scene before police arrived. Early Sunday, during a traffic stop, police say the suspect emerged from a vehicle with a rifle and a police officer fired a gun. The man was not injured, but fled into a residence and — he finally surrendered more than four hours later.Stillwater-native Denis McDonough, a former White House insider, will teach at St. John's University and the College of St. Benedict next school year.

The Mariners bats went cold again yesterday, a friendly reminder that this team still needs offensive help and it may seem the front office has gotten the message. Daniel Kramer reported that the Mariners are willing to add to the payroll for the right bat at the deadline and we hope they do! :30- Mariners Morning After It was a close game through 5 innings. Hancock gave up a home run to give the Twins a 2-0 lead and all seemed within reach… until the end of the 6th when the score was 10-0… :45- We are uncovering the truths about Seattle's Deacons of the Dark and we need to figure out who Lenny Wilkens 2nd in Command is in this secret Seattle-Athlete society. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes it is a somber weekend in Minnesota but Pride weekend is here among many other ways to have fun in the sun this weekend - we talk to Todd Walker, Todd About Town and got some of his recommendations on what to do this weekend!

Mark's back with a quote-fueled episode series that covers everything from why your best clients are often the most profitable, to how slow seasons can set the stage for big growth. Plus, he explores how overachievers thrive, why goals matter, and what business builders can learn from training for a race.   Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop   See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events   The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you're looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.   Sponsors for the Episode: Olive and Vine Socials: https://oliveandvinesocials.com/ Lake Society Magazine: https://www.lakesocietymagazine.com/    Where to find the Host: Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/ Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/ Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc

As Managing Broker at VR Business Brokers of the Twin Cities and a Certified Business Appraiser, Young Bebus brings a rare mix of financial expertise, strategic insight, and deep empathy to her work with founders. After immigrating from South Korea and reinventing her career more than once, she now helps business owners make confident, well-informed decisions during one of the most pivotal chapters of their lives.Selling a business isn't just a financial decision - it's an emotional one. Many owners hesitate to engage an M&A advisor out of fear: fear of losing control, fear of hidden agendas, or fear of being misunderstood. In this episode, Young addresses those concerns head-on and explains how thoughtful, trust-based advisory can ease the emotional burden and maximize outcomes.The conversation explores real-world examples, including a complex deal that nearly unraveled - and what saved it. Listeners will also learn the one action every business owner should take now to protect value and lay the groundwork for a future sale, even if that sale is still years away.Don't miss Young's upcoming event: the Sell Well Summit on September 24, 2025, at the Graham Center of the Better Business Bureau. This all-day event is designed for business owners who want to build a transition plan, understand valuation, and position themselves for a profitable, tax-smart sale!To learn more or book a consultation, visit www.VRTwinCities.com, email youngb@vrtwincities.com, or connect with Young on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vrtwincitiesConnect with Julie Keyes, Keyestrategies LLCFounder, Consultant, Author, Pod-caster and Instructor

This week on Minnesota Native News, a recap of the 2nd Annual Anishinaabe Music & Art Festival hosted by Leech Lake Nation's KOJB radio station. Plus, the upcoming launch party for the new book, Sweetgrass and Soul Food, by Minneapolis author and educator Marique Moss.

Summer for That's Rad, a podcast presented by the Littleton Co-op, can only mean one thing – it's time for a trip! Host Anastasia is embarking on a cross-country road trip… with a twist. Listen in as Anastasia goes coast to coast to get the scoop on food co-ops across the country. What's it like to be a co-op with over 100,000 member-owners? How does a co-op survive when there are eight other food co-ops in the same town? Do co-ops even exist in the South? And what, if anything, does the Littleton Food Co-op have in common with any of them? The road trip kicks off in America's co-op hotspot: Minneapolis, MN. Anastasia stops and chats with Wedge Community Co-ops to talk about why people get involved in co-ops, the power co-ops have to support historically marginalized communities, and what they're putting in the Minnesota drinking water to make it so dang cooperative. Plus, hear the inside scoop on how the power of cooperation raised awareness and a headline making donation for a Twin Cities organization in need. Best listened to with a kombucha in hand on a long drive. . . . The Littleton Food Co-op is Littleton, NH's only member-owned grocery store, featuring local produce, hot prepared foods, a full-service deli, bulk foods, craft beer and wine, and a quality grocery selection. The Co-op exists to serve its members and broader community through a range of standard and unique foods, offered at a fair price, with outstanding service. The Littleton Food Co-op is not owned by one person, but by over 10,000 member-owners choosing to invest in a successful local food system. Membership is not required to shop; everyone is welcome. Conveniently located just off Exit 41 in Littleton. Cooperate more at littletoncoop.com.

The NBA Draft was last night and there were a lot of emotions, a lot of trades and a few surprises. No surprise here, Cooper Flagg went #1 to the Mavericks, but at #5, the Utah Jazz took Ace Bailey and that was surprising to many. :30- Mariners Morning After The Mariners were shutout by Joe Ryan and the Twins last night, but George Kirby and the Mariners pitchers didn't have a bad day in the 2-0 loss. :45- Taylor Swift surprised the attendees of Tight End University and proved it's not hard to make special moments for fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is an amazing event taking place Thursday night courtesy of the Lewis Sports Foundation, they are hosting the Lewis Sports Foundation Annual Awards Dinner at the Minnesota Valley Country Club and the former Viking joined us to talk about the heart behind this great event recognizing the tireless work and leadership in the Twin Cities area!

Hosts Jo Firestone & Manolo Moreno play listener-created games with callers!Games played: Vegimal Crossing submitted by Iggy Berke (age 6) as interpreted by Ryan Berke (age 39) from Logan, Utah, Dr. Gameshow Civil War submitted by Daniel Hodge from Raleigh, North Carolina, and Teenage Mutant Doctor Turtles submitted by Ted Trembinski from Los Angeles, CaliforniaCallers: "Daphne" from Salt Lake City, Utah; Evan from St. Paul, Minnesota; Robert, Ezra, & Ruthie from Redwood, California; Steve from Twin Cities, Minnesota; Maeve from Holne, England; Daniel from Raleigh, North CarolinaOutro theme by Amy Whitlock from Stockton, CaliforniaNew video about the penultimate Dr. Gameshow Earwolf episode recording is available at moslo.xyzThis episode sponsored by:  ZocDoc - Go to ZocDoc.com/GAMESHOW to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today!

Eric Nordquist, who produces 9 to Noon on KFAN, joins Alec Lewis to talk about what he's looking forward to for training camp. They realistic expectations for J.J. McCarthy, J.J.'s arm strength, the new-look defensive line, how to feel about the cornerback position, and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website: https://myfrbank.com/ And here is a link to all of their locations! https://myfrbank.com/locations-hours/   Also, GIVEAWAY details: — Follow @AlecLewisShow on Instagram & X: https://www.instagram.com/aleclewisshow/ — Subscribe to YouTube channel — Like this post: https://x.com/alec_lewis/status/1937192647149383771

Lawyers and advocates in the Twin Cities and southwestern Minnesota say federal agents are making home visits to interview unaccompanied minors. That's according to a recent story by Sahan Journal. Unaccompanied minors are children and teens who moved to the United States without guardians or legal status. Many are staying with sponsors, who are usually family members, while their cases go through court. The Trump Administration has told national news organizations that agencies are making “wellness checks” to look for signs of exploitation and human trafficking. But immigrant advocates are raising concerns. Joining Minnesota Now to explain is Sahan Journal's immigration reporter Katelyn Vue.

Eric Nordquist, who produces 9 to Noon on KFAN, joins Alec Lewis to talk about what he's looking forward to for training camp. They realistic expectations for J.J. McCarthy, J.J.'s arm strength, the new-look defensive line, how to feel about the cornerback position, and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website: https://myfrbank.com/ And here is a link to all of their locations! https://myfrbank.com/locations-hours/ Also, GIVEAWAY details: — Follow @AlecLewisShow on Instagram & X: https://www.instagram.com/aleclewisshow/ — Subscribe to YouTube channel — Like this post: https://x.com/alec_lewis/status/1937192647149383771

We've discovered a time-warp. The Mariners win in Minnesota, despite Luis Castillo blowing a 5-run lead in the 4th. Luckily, the bullpen stepped up and the M's were able to do some of the little things to get the winning run in the 9th and walk away with a 6-5 W. We saw Munoz in the 8th and Brash in the 9th and Dan Wilson didn't have us questioning his moves. It felt like a good fundamental win. :30- Mariners Morning After The Mariners squeaked out a 6-5 win and it was a Julio sac fly that won it for the M's, his second of the game and the season… and thus “Sac Watch” has begun. :45- Caitlin Clark was in town last night as the Storm fell to the Fever in front of a sellout home crowd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and Seahawks One Series: ROB RANG (LockedOn Seahawks Podcast) The Seahawks brought in DeMarcus Lawrence and the former Cowboy could have big impacts on this Hawks defense. How concerned should we be about his age and injury history? :30- ABCs of the Mariners - G is for guilty… Chuck was guilty of hoping Ty France would hit into a double play and he did! - H is for holes- as we discussed yesterday, our lineup doesn't feel as holey against righties; but as we approach the trading deadline, should we utilize this time to see who lasts through the deadline, Solano or Canzone? - I is for interchangeable- Brash said that he and Munoz are pretty interchangeable, but that wasn't the message with Munoz going in the 8th, was it? :45- Reckless at Breakfast- with a boatload of 1st round picks in the first round over the next few years, could the Thunder be gearing up to package those picks and trade for Giannis? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the NBA Draft lottery? Chuck lays down his argument one final time- you be the judge! :30- ANGIE MENTINK (Root Sports) joins the show live from the road as the Mariners wrap up the series with the Twins tonight. :45- Aaron Rodgers joined his buddy Pat yesterday and found a way to make headlines once again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A busy couple of weeks ahead for the Minnesota Lynx as they will be participating in Pride weekend here in the Twin Cities and will be featured in the parade. Also coming up on July 1st, the Commissioners Cup Final will be held at Target Center and yes, Caitlin Clark and the Fever will be in town - Carley Knox, Lynx President of Business Operations previews what is to come for the red hot Lynx squad both on and off the court!

Ineffective adhesive retention. French Quarter in New Orleans enjoys its trash collection. Law enforcement veteran breaks down the broken windows theory. Twin Cities Marathon makes certain runners less than. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show:Melissa and Mark Hortman to lie in state at Capitol; funeral planned for Saturday morningMNA members authorize strike at Twin Cities, Duluth area hospitalsLive updates: Trump claims Israel-Iran ceasefire is ‘in effect' despite initial violationsSee 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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Nurses and health care workers in the Twin Cities and Twin Ports voted this morning to clear the way for a strike. We talk with the union about why they are considering that step and what's changed since their last strike in 2022. The shooter who attacked two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in their homes was allegedly dressed as a police officer when he came to their doors. That's raising questions about how officers identify themselves to the public. Plus, the U.S. Supreme Court recently upheld a ban on gender-affirming care in Tennessee. The ruling won't affect Minnesota law, but it could bring more families to the state seeking care. And we meet the host of a radio show that's all about rural Minnesota cooking!Today's Minnesota Music Minute was “Company” by Alica Thao. The Song of the Day was “500 Dollars'“ by the Lamont Cranston Band.

More than 15,000 nurses and health care workers across 22 hospitals and clinics in the Twin Cities and Twin Ports have voted to authorize a strike amid contract negotiations. While it doesn't mean a strike will happen, it's one step closer to health care workers going to the picket line. Chris Rubesch is the president of the Minnesota Nurses Association, the union representing the nurses and health care workers involved, and an RN at Essentia Health in Duluth. He joined Minnesota Now to talk about the vote.Minnesota Now reached out to the Twin Cities Hospital Group for an interview, but they were unavailable. They provided this statement:“Today's announcement of a strike vote puts the union's “strike first, patients second” mentality on full display. It is disappointing that the union has chosen this path instead of working collaboratively to find solutions. While today's vote tally does not mean a strike is imminent (a 10-day notice must be provided), if the union decides it is preferable for our nurses to leave their patients at the bedside, our hospitals will be fully prepared to care for patients. As they must be, our teams are focused on concluding these negotiations, reaching a fair settlement, and serving our patients.”

What are the advantages of creating a digital mirror of a city – or an entire island? We speak to a company making digital twins to create simulations of the real world. Then we hear from a real set of twins about their award-winning carbon capture project. And the company sending tiny satellites into space to help environmental researchers.Presenter: Chris Vallance Producer: Imran Rahman-Jones Editor: Monica Soriano(Image: A graphic of a person's hand holding a mini city on its fingertips. Credit: Getty Images.)

The Mariners kept the bats hot in Minnesota last night en route to an 11-2 win over the Twins. Did they just get hot or is there actually something to the idea that having some success (i.e. Chicago) can actually have a positive affect on your next at bat individually and as a team? :30- Mariners Morning After- the M's come away with an 11-2 win over the Twins and Julio drives in 4 runs. :45- It's Draftsgiving week with the NBA Draft tomorrow and the NHL Draft starting on Friday… maybe we should all get together to celebrate on Thursday? The NBA Draft isn't like it used to be with 10 of the teams in the league not even participating in the 1st round. They trade their draft picks like it's nothing and teams like the Nets are picking 4 times in the first round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mariners crushed the Twins and Cal Raleigh homered again. It's his 32nd homer of the season and the NVP chants have been getting louder. Is it too early to talk MVP? Probably. Is it going to stop us? Probably not. :30- Yesterday we chatted with Curtis Crabtree about JSN following his breakout season last year. What kind of success can we expect from JSN this season without DK Metcalf garnering so much attention? :45- The Thunder are NBA Champions and the talk has already begun about their long-term success potential. Are they built for a dynastic run? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop   See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events   The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you're looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.   Sponsors for the Episode:   Pella https://www.pella.com/ppc/professionals/why-wood/   Adaptive https://www.adaptive.build   Olive and Vine Socials: https://www.oliveandvinesocials.com   Where to find the Guest: Website: https://constructioninstruction.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/constructioninstruction/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/constructioninstructionapp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/construction-instruction-inc.   Where to find the Host: Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/ Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/ Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc

President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has sparked recent protests across the country.MPR News host Angela Davis will talk with two immigration attorneys about how Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials are trying to fulfill President Trump's pledge of mass deportations.Guests:Alexis Dutt is a senior attorney at Karam Law, a Twin Cities law firm that focuses on immigration law.Hanne Sandison is the director of immigration legal services for Advocates for Human Rights, a nonprofit based in Minneapolis dedicated to promoting and protecting human rights. Chris Farrell is a senior economics contributor for MPR News and Marketplace. Resources shared during the conversation:U.S. Citizen and Immigration ServicesSelf-help materials: LawHelpMN.orgFind a free or low-cost lawyer: ImmigrationLawHelp.org The Advocates for Human Rights: Get Help or Become a Client

From Amy:Timing for creative work is interesting. Sometimes you start a project that, for whatever reason, doesn't want to come together right then. Later the perfect timing arises, and you understand that this project was preparing itself to meet the moment.I recorded this conversation with Sigrid K. Nielsen two years ago; then my podcast went on a forced hiatus. (As in, my editor quit to be a musician, causing me to rework my production process.) Which meant that this and other conversations never got produced, but I kept them in reserve.Now it's Pride Month 2025; now is the moment.What I said then is equally true today: Sigrid K Nielsen lights up a room. I have spent time with her on many occasions, live and on Zoom calls, 1:1 and in groups, and she's never been anything but her most authentic, fully expressed, and yes, BLISSFUL, free self. That's a choice on her part. When you read Sigrid‘s book (forthcoming) you'll see what I mean: Sigrid is incredibly vibrant. But you don't have to wait for the book to meet her. You can listen today.Be forewarned, Sigrid will force you to rethink things you thought you were certain of. Because she sure has rethought things. Courageously so.Back to the timing: As I release this episode, it's Monday, June 23. I wanted to release it on Friday, but that just didn't want to happen, even though it was ready. All the things were conspiring to delay publication. Then on Saturday evening, we learned that bombs were illegally dropped on Iran without notice and without any justification except to make an old man feel good about himself. As with so much right now, there is so much distraction.And I'm going to say this part out loud: Othering trans people, making them scapegoats for all the harms in the world, is keeping US ALL from being who WE ALL truly are, seeing what's right there for us to see. WE ALL have it in us to be compassionate, kind, loving people, when we're not running scared from each other. But that requires awareness.We can make another choice.This othering is not a new tactic. It was there in the 30's in Germany, when trans people were targeted (we forget that part because their libraries, their history, their rich artistic culture was obliterated), and it was there in the 80's when Sigrid and I were coming of age, and only rockstars could dress as they wanted. Because it was a "costume."Performance, you see. Heaven forbid YOU be queer. Or other. Sigrid's former self knew that assignment.But that required hiding in plain sight. Even from yourself. And once you're aware of what's really there, you can't not see it. Pretending not to see is exhausting. You want to stop making believe.Isn't that true for us all?Sigrid is a trans woman who transitioned at nearly 50 years old. AND. This is who she's always been.As much as I have always recognized Sigrid's voice as powerful, her writing sublime, her presence uplifting and joyous, there has never been a moment when her message was more essential.We have solutions to find for our one small, beautiful planet's great problems. Queer people are not one of those problems. They deserve all the love.They are leading the way, ahead of their time.It's going to require all of us to face our deepest fears and embrace our most profound gifts. Our humanity. And to be abundantly clear, this doesn't mean YOU have to be TRANS. Unless you are.We need YOU to be YOU. That's our agenda.Because, as Sigrid often reminds me, though our stories may look vastly different on the surface— hers is from the perspective of a trans woman who came out at midlife, and mine is a different kind of midlife revival—our real-life stories are universal.We are all human and we are all in this together.Thanks Sigrid!Love, AmySigrid K. Nielsen stepped into her truth in May 2021 and has been living her best self ever since. Her life is better now than anything she ever imagined in her wildest dreams. She works with people and companies as a speaker, coach, and Financial Advisor. 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

Thunder Therapy with SPENCER HAWES. Spencer gives us his thoughts on the sting of watching the Thunder win the NBA Championship last night, if he thinks the outcome would have been different had Haliburton not gotten injured, the Kevin Durant trade and more. :30- The LSU Tigers won the College World Series over the weekend, but all anyone can talk about is Coastal Carolina's Head coach/manager, Kevin Schnall getting tossed from the game in the first inning and being given a 2-game suspension. :45- The Mariners continue their road trip as they face the Twins starting tonight. So, what are the M's up against in Minnesota? We preview the series.

Seahawks One Series: CURTIS CRABTREE (Fox13 Seattle) joins us to give his analysis of Jaxon Smith-Njigba. JSN remains the constant in the receiving corp now that DK and Lockett are gone. How will he adapt to Klint Kubiak's offense and what can we expect from the electric JSN? How will he be used and how will his role change with the addition of Cooper Kupp? :30- ABCs of the Mariners - A is for allstar- looks like our push for Cal is going to work… - B is for Buxton- Byron Buxton could be on the trade block and we should have our eyes on him. - C is for Cade Lawrence- he could be a Mariner and we'd be ok with that! :45- We wrap up this Monday with one last thing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thunder Therapy with SPENCER HAWES. Spencer gives us his thoughts on the sting of watching the Thunder win the NBA Championship last night, if he thinks the outcome would have been different had Haliburton not gotten injured, the Kevin Durant trade and more. :30- The LSU Tigers won the College World Series over the weekend, but all anyone can talk about is Coastal Carolina's Head coach/manager, Kevin Schnall getting tossed from the game in the first inning and being given a 2-game suspension. :45- The Mariners continue their road trip as they face the Twins starting tonight. So, what are the M's up against in Minnesota? We preview the series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our next guest is the Twin Cities-based stand-up comedian, MJ Matheson!  Join us as we discuss his multiple hero's journeys, finding theater because of good teachers, his love of improvisation and stand-up, and the joy of just being on stage and doing what you love.  You're sure to be inspired (and have a few laughs along the way) by MJ's incredible story.       Storytime: The Lucky Zippo   Special Thanks to: MJ Matheson MJ's Mom MJ's Teachers Alex (my sound guru) Helena and Weston Fantz (of the band Not Jupiter) for the music My Wife and Daughter  You   MJ Matheson's Socials and Shows MJ's Instagram Easy Speak    Instagram:  Oncetherewasapod Facebook: Once There Was a Podcast Podcast Email: oncetherewasapod@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/oncetherewasapod  Storytime Submission Link (requires a sign-in for security reasons): https://forms.gle/Qd4XCkrBxtBnJeRp9   Additional Audio and Music: Music by Helena and Weston Fantz (Not Jupiter) High School Crowd 1/Courtesy of Epidemic Sound

Matt Schneidman, the Green Bay Packers beat writer at The Athletic, joins The Alec Lewis Show to give the perspective from behind enemy lines. He and Lewis discuss Jordan Love's expectations, Matt Lafleur's future, the Packers CB room, what he thinks of Green Bay's odds in the NFC North and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website: https://myfrbank.com/ And here is a link to all of their locations! https://myfrbank.com/locations-hours/

This week brought another significant tornado outbreak to parts of Minnesota. Downtowns for the Twin Cities, Rochester and Duluth were spared from any storm damage, but are cities safer from tornadoes than rural parts of Minnesota? Does the urban heat island effect spare urban residents from a tornado tearing through their cities? “The urban heat island probably would not save you if the storm were in a position to enter that urban area,” said climatologist Kenneth Blumenfeld. “We should definitely disabuse ourselves of this myth.”Blumenfeld, who has researched urban tornados, said the probability of tornadoes striking skyscraper-filled cities like the Twin Cities, or smaller downtowns, are just as high as elsewhere. “All the big cities, [in] tornado prone regions like the Midwest, the South and the Great Plains, have relatively high amounts of tornado activity — it's a lesson for all of us that tornadoes can and do hit cities.”To hear the full conversation, click play on the audio player above or subscribe to the Climate Cast podcast.

Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before they open "Dr. Dan's Inbox." Much of the hour also devolves into Tater Tot Talk around the Twin Cities!

Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before they open "Dr. Dan's Inbox." Much of the hour also devolves into Tater Tot Talk around the Twin Cities! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan and Gaardsy review the Top 5 before they open "Dr. Dan's Inbox." Much of the hour also devolves into Tater Tot Talk around the Twin Cities! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuition is going up at the University of Minnesota this fall. The Board of Regents yesterday approved a 6-and-a-half percent increase — the largest in a decade and a half. In-state tuition for undergrads on the Twin Cities campus will be just over 16-thousand dollars in the next academic year. That does not include additional fees — which are also going up.Brooklyn Park police are investigating a break-in at the home of DFL leader Melissa Hortman, and her husband Mark. The incident comes days after the Hortmans were shot and killed in their home in what authorities are calling a politically motivated attack. Police say they discovered pried-off plywood that was covering the home's rear window. The window was also broken to gain entry by an unknown individual.A new law requires some Minnesotans to get a permit before operating a boat or personal watercraft.The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa recently celebrated the completion of a new heating facility. The facility will use locally sourced hardwood chips to heat the tribe's community center.The Minneapolis City Council passed an honorary resolution Wednesday commemorating Juneteenth. The federal holiday celebrates the end of slavery in the United States.

She's a force in the Twin Cities music scene and a fierce advocate for people's rights, Tina Schlieske joins us on this show to talk about her show at Lowertown Sounds on Thursday and her show atop the Hewing Hotel on Sunday.  We commemorate Sly of Sly and the family stone, Brian Wilson and hear a great Tina song!  Enjoy!

A new quote by our country's first Chief Justice, John Jay, alerts us to the troubles modern America is facing. We could have chatted with the Great Race director, Jeff Strumb, for another 5 hours. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show:Trump says he won't call Minnesota Gov. Walz after lawmaker shootings because it would ‘waste time'GALLERY: Storms sweep over the Twin Cities metro areaJury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment companySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.