Best Madson Podcasts (2024)

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Mankato Area Public Schools Update with Paul Peterson 9-25-2024 29:03

5d ago29:03

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Sept. 25, 2024 School is back in session and Mankato Area Public Schools Superintendent Paul Peterson talks about the start of the school year, challenges and triumphs.By KMSU

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Deep Valley Book Festival scheduled for Oct. 5, 2024 16:57

5d ago16:57

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Sept. 25, 2024 Rachel Hanel talks about the upcoming Deep Valley Book Festival scheduled for Sat. Oct. 5, 2024.By KMSU

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9-20-24 Ben Cosgrove, Liz Draper and Charlie Leftridge 25:18

11d ago25:18

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Ben Cosgrove, Liz Draper and Charlie Leftridge stop by the Shuffle Function Morning Show to talk about Ben's performance at the Carnegie Art Center in Mankato on Saturday, September 21.By KMSU

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United Way Update with Barb Kaus on 9-18-2024 21:12

11d ago21:12

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September 18, 2024 Mankato Area United Way Director Barb Kaus talks with KMSU's Karen Wright about the latest happenings with the UW Campaign and upcoming events.By KMSU

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Yes To SELF-LOVE 34:25

15d ago34:25

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This week I talk with my new friend, Barry Selby, a masterful relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker, podcaster and spiritual guide. He is a passionate champion for the divine feminine, while honoring and owning his masculine leadership. His focus on respect for women informs his work with both women and men. His mission aw…

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Yes To POSSIBILITY 29:40

29d ago29:40

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This week, I welcome my dear friend Reginald G. Jackson, to dive into the underlying sense of possibility that drives our awareness of opportunity, and I know no one more qualified on this subject. “I say YES to possibility. Possibility is born out of abundance. When we make ourselves available, possibility "finds" us. I experienced an incredible s…

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The Fascinating Life of Josh Madson: from A-Listers to the Community Collage 8-28-2024 31:40

1M ago31:40

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Aug. 28, 2024 Meet Josh Madson. From Fargo, ND, he started out as a hopeful musician, decided to move to L.A. and took any available job before he became an assistant photographer for Annie Leibovitz. He's rubbed elbows with the likes of Bruce Willis, Halle Berry, Sandra Bullock, and more. He's now in Mankato where he's photographed 5,000+ people w…

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MSU President Edward Inch Talks about the New School Year 8-27-2024 27:37

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Aug. 27, 2024 Minnesota State Mankato President Edward Inch sat down with KMSU's Karen Wright to talk about the upcoming school year - budget cuts, student enrollment, new programs, the use of A.I. in the classroom and more.By KMSU

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Yes to OPPORTUNITY 41:03

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This week's guest, Adrienne Venable, is a whole vibe in saying yes to opportunity, and seeing where it leads. Adrienne is a master at "everything is figureoutable," putting one foot in front of the other, building networks, and growing the opportunities in her life. Adrienne started Social Dragonflies in 2017 after she learned how to use her own so…

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National Fentanyl Awareness Day 8-21-2024 34:12

1M ago34:12

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August 21,, 2021 Fentanyl is a killer. Nobody knows that better than Kim Gustavson-Lang and Nancy Sack, Mother and Grandmother to Travis Gustavson, who passed away of an overdose at age 21. want to erase the stigma of talking about this killer. MN River Valley Drug Task Force Commander, Chad Rush, joined KMSU's Karen Wright to discuss what we all c…

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Yes To AUTHENTICITY 34:55

1M ago34:55

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In this episode, I talk with my great friend and mentor, Fabienne Fredrickson, about the power of saying “yes” to authenticity, and what’s possible when we answer the question, “How good will I allow myself to have ‘it’”? For the past 20+ years, as the Founder of Boldheart (formerly Client Attraction), Fabienne Fredrickson has been, and continues t…

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Yes To ALIGNMENT 34:22

2M ago34:22

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This episode is all about saying “yes” to what aligns with your heart, soul, passion, and purpose, even—and maybe even especially!—when you aren’t sure how it will all come out in the end, but your body is saying you must. Jenifer is proud and pleased to welcome her guest, Kendra Woods, the founder of Soulful Success By Design and an international …

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Yes to HEALING 31:26

2M ago31:26

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In this episode, I chat with Elizabeth Kipp, a Stress Management and Historical Trauma Specialist who uses Addiction Recovery Coaching, Ancestral Clearing®, Compassionate Inquiry, and Yoga to help people with their healing. Elizabeth healed from over 40 years of chronic pain, including anxiety, panic attacks, and addiction. Now in long-term recover…

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Local Foods Week with Sabri Fair 7-25-2024 33:07

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July 25, 2024 - During the week of July 22-28, visit one of the participating restaurants to enjoy delicious food and celebrate the partnerships between Region Nine’s farmers and restaurants. Sabri Fair, Reg. 9 Dev. Commission Environmental and Sustainability Planner talks about this event dedicated to highlighting the variety of products available…

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Becky Buller's Mental Health Journey in Song: Jubilee 07262024 30:06

2M ago30:06

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July 26, 2024 - Becky Buller talks about her new album, Jubilee, which chronicles her journey through depression in the form of a song cycle including instrumental interludes. This project was initially commissioned by the FreshGrass Foundation and was recorded almost entirely live with Buller’s band. She is performing at the Faribault County Fair …

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The Welcoming Table by Aktion Club Theater 7-24-2024 20:47

2M ago20:47

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July 24, 2024 The Aktion Theater (directed by Wilbur Neushwander-Frink, (Exec. Director of Open Arts MN) is presenting, "The Welcoming Table: Relevance & Stories that Matter" on Fri. July 26, 7 p.m. and Sat. July 27 at 2 p.m. at the Centenary United Methodist Church, 501 S. 2nd St. Mankato. KMSU's Karen Wright spoke with Frink and actors Kyle and L…

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Yes To NEW BEGINNINGS 19:16

3M ago19:16

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Welcome back to The SoulCanvas™ Podcast, the place to be possible. In this episode, I share my crossroads moment that led to a new beginning at 60 years old to redefine and refine my skills as a coach, and shift my focus to supporting people of all walks of life in finding their vision, purpose, and path. From a campground in Central Florida, in 20…

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Lake Crystal Community Band with Sheldon Meyer 7 - 17 - 2024 13:50

3M ago13:50

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July 17, 2024 The Lake Crystal Community Band is celebrating its 40th anniversary this weekend, Sun. July 21, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Sibley Park in Mankato. Band Director Sheldon Meyer talks about the group and its music.By KMSU

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Yes To JOY 30:49

3M ago30:49

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Join me and my guest, Ilene Mitnick, co-Founder of The Zest Zone, and curator of The Good Life, as we talk about saying "Yes!" to Joy!! Ilene and I explore how much Joy we come to the planet with, how to cultivate more of it without falling into the trap of "toxic positivity," and how laughter truly is the best medicine! Ilene is one of my dearest …

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Welcome to The SoulCanvas™ Podcast! 11:34

3M ago11:34

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My name is Jenifer Madson, vision coach, fine artist, lover of life, and your host for The SoulCanvas Podcast. This podcast is the place to be possible, and in this intro, I'll tell you a bit more about what's happened for my life by saying "yes" to the possibilities (most of which were seen by others before I could :)), and how we'll help you find…

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Mankato Area Thunder of Drums 6-26-2024 20:44

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June 26, 2024 The Mankato Kiwanis Club presents the 32nd Thunder of Drums on Tues. July 9, 2024, 6:45 p.m. at Blakeslee Stadium on the campus of Minnesota State University. Kiwanians Doug Faust and "Fuzzy" Fascnacht provide details.By KMSU

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Freedom's Beat - An Evening Of Patriotic Music 6-26-2024 12:24

3M ago12:24

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The Mankato Area Community Band is holding An Evening of Patriotic Music called "Freedom's Beat" on Tues. July 2, 2024, 7:30 p.m. at Historic Lincoln Park. Band President, Bryce O. Stenzel, talks about the July 2nd date's significance.By KMSU

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Feeding Our Communities With The Living Earth Center 6 - 13 - 2024 22:05

3M ago22:05

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June 13, 2024 The Living Earth Center is managing the Blue Earth County Community Farm and fulfilling a need to feed underserved residents. Laura Peterson and SkyAnne Walker talk about the work the organization is doing and how you can become involved.By KMSU

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Juneteenth Celebration In Mankato with Mo Alsadig 6-12-2024 22:51

4M ago22:51

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June 12, 2024 Mankato is celebrating Juneteenth on June 19, 2024. Greater Mankato Diversity Council Director Mo Alsadig talks about the event with the theme "Black History = American History". For details, see www.mankatodiversity.org/By KMSU

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The NintenTones Video Game Jazz Orchestra with Ryan Rader 5-29-2024 18:12

4M ago18:12

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May 29, 2024 The NintenTones is the brainchild of drummer Ryan Rader who received a grant from the Minnesota State Arts board to create a jazz orchestra that plays video game songs. KMSU's Karen Wright talks with Rader about the idea and the upcoming tour of southern Minnesota. June 1-North Mankato, June 7-Sleepy Eye, June 15-St. Peter, June 18-St.…

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Decoration Day History with Bryce Stenzel 5-22-2024 21:25

4M ago21:25

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May 22, 2024 Mankato-area Historian Bryce Stenzel talks about this history of Decoration Day (aka Memorial Day) and local events for this important national holiday.By KMSU

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Mankato Area Public Schools Update with Paul Peterson 05222024 21:01

4M ago21:01

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May 22, 2024 Mankato Area Public Schools Superintendent Paul Peterson talks about the end of the school year, the legislative session, and the upcoming School Board Elections in which there will be four openings.By KMSU

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Hosts Needed for MSU Japanese Exchange Program 5-22-2024 20:12

4M ago20:12

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May 22, 2024 Hosts are needed for a Fall semester Japanese Exchange program. Minnesota State University, Mankato is hosting a group of students from Chuo University-Tokyo from Aug. 24 - Sept. 14, 2024. MSU Center For English Language Programs, and Ben Robison, VP & Regional Director for USA Home Stays discuss the requirements and opportunity to bec…

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Free Community Resource Event - Project Community Connect 25:02

6M ago25:02

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April 10, 2024 It's a one stop shop for resources in the Mankato Community according to Laura Murray, United Way and Kate Hengy-Gretz, Lutheran Social Services. Project Community Connections is a free event on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 1 - 4 p.m., to connect those in need of services to resources. Free lunch, child care, hair cuts and more are also …

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MSU Students March for Peace 4-08-2024 29:11

6M ago29:11

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April 8, 2024 Some students at Minnesota State University are speaking up for peace and holding a demonstration on April 9, 2024, 3-5 p.m. at Erlandson Park in Mankato. KMSU's Karen Wright talked with Kessel Peace Institute Director Jameel Haque and student advisors, Cole Koets and Natalia Orocio about why they are peacefully protesting.…

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The Power Foods Diet with Dr Neal Barnard 4-04-2024 27:47

6M ago27:47

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April 4, 2024 Dr. Neal Bernard is President of the Physicians Committee on Responsible Medicine, where he leads a research team investigating scientific issues in nutrition and health. KMSU's Karen Wright talked with him about his new book, The Power Foods Diet, The Breakthrough Plan that Traps, Tames and Burns Calories for Easy and Permanent Weigh…

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Mankato Area Public Schools Update with Supt. Paul Peterson 4-27-2024 25:53

6M ago25:53

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March 27, 2024 Mankato Area Public Schools Superintendent, Paul Peterson, talked with Minnesota Morning host Karen Wright about what's happening in the schools -- legislative issues, test scores, referendum projects and more.By KMSU

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Jay Debertin CEO Of CHS On Agribusiness Opportunities 3-26-2024 21:07

6M ago21:07

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March 26, 2024 Minnesota State University College of Business hosts Jay Debertin, President and CEO of CHS, a global agriculture company, owned by farmers and ranchers across the U.S. He spoke as part of the annual Schmitz Lecture at Minnesota State Mankato.By KMSU

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Mankato Symphony Orchestra Prodigies Broadcast 03-24-23 1:32:01

6M ago1:32:01

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March 24, 2024 3pm broadcast of Mankato Symphony Orchestra Prodigies performance recorded March 16, 2024 at St. Peter High School in St. Peter. This recording was made possible with funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. The broadcast also includes an interview with MSO Executive Director Bethel Balge and MSO Music Director and C…

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The Chicago Farmer Band 3-18-2024 17:03

7M ago17:03

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March 18, 2024 - The son of a small town farming community, Cody Diekhoff logged plenty of highway and stage time under the name Chicago Farmer before settling in the city in 2003. Profoundly inspired by fellow midwesterner John Prine, he’s a working-class folk musician to his core. KMSU's Karen Wright talks with Cody about his band and upcoming vi…

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Community Collage, Photography with Josh Madson 3-20-2024 18:07

7M ago18:07

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March 20, 2024 Minnesota Morning Host, Karen Wright, talks with photographer Josh Madson about his "Community Collage" project. He has taken more than 2,000 photos of Mankato area community members and continues on the journey at Minnesota State Mankato on Fri. March 22 and Mon. March 25, 2024. https://blog.mnsu.edu/csu/get-your-free-photo/…

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Hanna Cesario Stars as Patsy Cline in Local Production 3-13-2024 22:49

7M ago22:49

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Mar. 13, 2024 KMSU Minnesota Morning host Karen Wright talks with local musician and performer Hanna Cesario about her starring role in "A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline" at the Kato Ballroom on March 14, 15, and 16, 2024 at the Kato Ballroom.By KMSU

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Open Arts Minnesota and Aktion Theater 2-28-2024 21:06

7M ago21:06

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Feb. 28, 2024 Wilbur Neuswander-Frink, Executive Director of Open Arts Minnesota talks about this year's theatrical production by the Aktion Club Theater. Watch for their upcoming shows!By KMSU

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Pasta with the Padres raises funds for ECHO on March 10, 2024 13:57

7M ago13:57

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March 6, 2024 Pasta with the Padres has become a tradition in Mankato to help raise funds for the ECHO food shelf. Scott Peterson and Adam DeLeon talk about the "secret sauce" that makes the event a success. The public is invited to attend the event on Sun. March 10, 2024, 4-7 p.m. at St. Joseph's the Worker church in Mankato. All are welcome.…

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Heart Healthy Cook Book Provides Incentive for "Clean Dishes" Campaign 2-14-2024 23:13

8M ago23:13

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Feb. 14, 2024 Be a part of the MSU Family Consumer Food Science's (FCS) "Clean Dishes Campaign" and get a free heart healthy cook book from author and dietitian, Linda Hachfeld, who is using her status as an alumnus of MSU to help raise funds for FCS to purchase an industrial dishwasher. Linda also discusses important info about heart health and wh…

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Civil War Symposium on March 23, 2024 with Bryce Stenzel 2-14-2024 16:31

8M ago16:31

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Feb. 14, 2024 "War is Hell":Total War in '64 is the theme for the 11th Annual Civil War Symposium to be held Saturday, March 23, 2024 in Mankato, and features a full day of speakers, costumed interpreters, Civil War era music, exhibits, books and authors, panel discussions, and more. Historian Bryce Stenzel shares details and how to register at www…

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Celebrate Abraham Lincoln's Birthday on Feb. 12 at Lincoln Community Center 12:33

8M ago12:33

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Feb. 7, 2024 Bryce Stenzel, (aka Abraham Lincoln, costumed historical interpreter) talks about an upcoming event to celebrate what would have been Abraham Lincoln's 215th birthday. The event takes place on Lincoln's birth date, Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, 7-9 p.m. at the Lincoln Community Center, Mankato. The event is free and open to the public, no reg…

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Mankato Public School Update with Paul Peterson and Shannon Sinning 01242024 29:48

8M ago29:48

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January 24, 2024 Mankato Area Public Schools Superintendent Paul Peterson and Dist. 77 School Board Chair talk about what's happening in our area public schools.By KMSU

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The Kindness Booth United Way Book 01242024 14:20

8M ago14:20

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January 24, 2024 Laura Murray, with the Greater Mankato Area United Way, has just released a book, "The Kindness Booth" which will help raise funds for the United Way as well as serve to encourage literacy - an important tenet for the organization.By KMSU

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MVAC Energy Assistance Programs 12142023 18:54

9M ago18:54

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Dec. 14, 2022 Winter is upon us and so is the cold weather. Managing heating bills can be a challenge for many. Minnesota Valley Action Council provides energy assistance and information about making your home more energy efficient. We talked with MVAC's Sheila Ous and Brianna Parr-Baker about the programs.…

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Pro Bowl picks and Cardinals-Seahawks Week 18 preview, picks, prop bets 56:49

9M ago56:49

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Budda Baker was named the Cardinals' sole Pro Bowler and the Cardinals face the Seahawks in Week 18. Jess and Seth discuss the Pro Bowl and then have their preview, picks and predictions for the game as well as the best prop bets to make.By Jess Root

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Cardinals-Eagles Week 17 reactions, draft status, Kyler Murray's future 1:13:28

9M ago1:13:28

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The Cardinals surprised the Eagles 35-31 on Sunday, and Jess and Seth talk about it. They discuss what went right and its significance. They go over their spot in the 2024 draft and possible outcomes after Week 18. They talk about what Jonathan Gannon said about Kyler Murray moving forward.By Jess Root

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Cardinals-Eagles Week 17 preview with Glen Erby 34:11

9M ago34:11

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Jess is joined by Eagles Wire managing editor Glenn Erby to preview the Eagles and the Week 17 matchup between Arizona and Philadelphia.By Jess Root

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Cardinals-Eagles Week 17 preview, picks, predictions, prop bets 57:21

9M ago57:21

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The Cardinals are on the road on New Year's Eve to play the Eagles. Jess and Seth preview the Eagles, go over keys and important matchups, and then they make predictions for the game and give you the best prop bets to make this weekend.By Jess Root

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Cardinals-Bears reactions, draft order, Marco Wilson, Jonathan Ledbetter 1:05:10

9M ago1:05:10

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Jess and Seth return to talk about the Cardinals' loss to the Bears, where they stand in the NFL draft, the release of Marco Wilson and the injury to Jonathan Ledbetter.By Jess Root

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