Best Minnesota Legislature Podcasts (2024)

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A break down with Rep. Pat Garofalo on his upcoming retirement from the Minnesota legislature 1:02:29

10d ago1:02:29

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On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 00:01:11 - An interview with Rep. Pat Garofalo on his upcoming retirement from the Minnesota Legislature. 00:31:54 - Recap of the interview with Garofalo. 00:34:22 - Former President Donald Trump's recent comments on abortion. 00:5…

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Missouri Military Minute - State Legislature Considers Sign - Up Bonus Protections 1:00

23d ago1:00

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In this instance, Alec Baldwin was definitely not the bad guy 15:18

22m ago15:18

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Alec Baldwin was the subject of a viral video ambush from an obnoxious woman in a coffee shop. Chad discusses the incident, Baldwin's reaction to the woman behind the camera, and its reflection on our society.By Audacy

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Tom Hauser, Alec Baldwin video ambush & the state of film 34:26

24m ago34:26

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Tom Hauser joins for two segments of talk about State Senator Nicole Mitchell's arrest and the impact it may have on the legislature. Plus, Chad talks about the viral video ambush of Alec Baldwin at a coffee show from a woman that was completely out of line and Jerry Seinfeld's opinion that movies are dead.…

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What impact will Nicole Mitchell's arrest have on the legislature? Tom Hauser weighs in. 19:08

11m ago19:08

19:08

KSTP-TV political reporter Tom Hauser joins to talk the arrest of DFL State Senator Nicole Mitchell, criticism some media outlets have faced in their reporting of the incident, and what it means for the slim DFL majority in the Senate. Plus, where are we at with legalizing sports betting!?By Audacy

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State Senator Nicole Mitchell's arrest & Jamie Yuccas 34:13

33m ago34:13

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Are you capable of breaking and entering if in a situation similar to State Senator Nicole Mitchell? Chad opens the hour with that discussion before turning to our regular chat with Jamie Yuccas.By Audacy

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Do you have sympathy for State Senator Nicole Mitchell after her arrest? 20:28

36m ago20:28

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Chad discusses the case of DFL State Senator Nicole Mitchell's burglary arrest and if she deserves some sympathy or leniency based on the emotions and grief attached to her situation. Are you capable of committing the same crime in her situation?By Audacy

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We all love small business, but how dedicated are you to actually buying from them? 13:46

39m ago13:46

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Jamie Yuccas of CBS News joins Chad to talk about the process into getting prepped for the morning news in Los Angeles and her dedication to shopping at and supporting small businesses.By Audacy

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Hennepin's mistaken alert & Ask Adam Anything 32:40

26m ago32:40

32:40

Adam Carter joins Chad for the full hour to talk about the shelter in place alert accidentally sent to more Hennepin County residents that necessary last night and some other nonsense before our weekly game of Ask Adam Anything.By Audacy

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4/23 We devote the show to a deeper understanding of the college protests against Israel 1:24:01

2h ago1:24:01

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We devote the show to a deeper understanding of the college protests against Israel. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show: Anoka-Hennepin students respond in protest as school board battles over budget, curriculum 9 arrested by U of M police following protest in support of Palestine Aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan heads to the Senate…

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Did you receive the alert in Hennepin County last night? Do you trust the system to work when we need it? 18:54

33m ago18:54

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Adam Carter sticks around with Chad for some of the typical nonsense and to talk about what happened last night when many Hennepin County residents received a shelter in place notice by mistake when it was meant for only a small number of people.By Audacy

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Is Adam in favor of dogs at the ballpark? Ask Adam Anything! 13:46

9m ago13:46

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By Audacy

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Bonus Episode: A break down with Joe Teirab, GOP candidate for Congress in Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District 53:29

4h ago53:29

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On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 00:00:55 - The political dynamics of Minnesota's Second Congressional District. 00:20:33 - An interview with Joe Teirab, Republican candidate for Congress in Minnesota's Second Congressional District. 00:41:24 - A rec…

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Chip Scoggins & tragically negligent parents 34:09

20m ago34:09

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Chad opens the hour with two segments of lighter sports talk with Chip Scoggins. Later, Chad talks about two stories in the news about parents whose mistakes were so horrific they ended in the deaths of children and why this is not the time for leniency in sentencing.By Audacy

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These examples of horrifically negligent parenting don't deserve light sentences 9:36

22m ago9:36

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Chad shares the details of two stories about egregious failures of parents that ended with the deaths of children and says this is not the time for leniency in sentencing.By Audacy

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What was different for the Wolves as they beat up the Suns in game 1? 22:13

20m ago22:13

22:13

Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins joins to talk about Gopher basketball PG Elijah Hawkins entering the transfer portal, the Timberwolves dominating Phoenix in the opening game of their playoff series, and continued problems for the Twins.By Audacy

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MNST: Scottie Scheffler is amazing, Twins and White Sox battle for the ages, we add to the Reusse list, and it's officially draft week!! 45:45

1h ago45:45

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Scottie Scheffler is amazing, Twins and White Sox battle for the ages, we add to the Reusse list, and it's officially draft week!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PodMN | Hubbard Radio

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Columbia University is failing to protect their students 6:52

32m ago6:52

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A rabbi at Columbia University warned Jewish students to stay home today out of fear for their safety and the school ended up moving all classes online. Columbia is failing.By Audacy

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Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated & failures at Columba University 35:20

37m ago35:20

35:20

Mark Freie joins from the news room for an extended Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated with Chad and Dave before some talk about Columbia University canceling in-person classes today due to fears for the safety of Jewish students.By Audacy

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Mark Freie claims to know the 'look' of a person who would throw trash out of their car window 28:28

3m ago28:28

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Mark Freie tells us there's definitely a 'type' of person that throws trash out of their window on the highway. That was part of the fun during an extended Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated!By Audacy

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Does anyone care about the Trump hush money trial? 22:18

14m ago22:18

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Opening statements kicked off Donald Trump's hush money trial today in New York. Do you care?By Audacy

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American families are drowning in childcare costs 11:45

12m ago11:45

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The average American family with kids in childcare are paying almost 20% of their income to cover those costs. Chad talks about the new numbers and how nothing seems to be improving for families.By Audacy

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4/22 Isra Hirsi, daughter of Ilhan Omar, now homeless and stricken with hunger 1:26:36

30m ago1:26:36

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Isra Hirsi, daughter of Ilhan Omar, now homeless and stricken with hunger. Save girls sports. Ivy league schools acting like it's 1938 in Germany. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show: Walz appoints Gaïtas, Hennesy as associate justices for Minnesota Supreme Court New hotel approval has St. Paul Midway businesses ‘excited’ around Allian…

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Trump trial, terrible sequels & childcare costs 34:05

10m ago34:05

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Do you care about Donald Trump's hush money trial beginning today? Chad opens the show with that question and talk about terrible movie sequels before a transition to new statistics about how much childcare is costing American families.By Audacy

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Taylor's new album is a snoozer. Am I Wrong? 13:34

5m ago13:34

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The Swifties are coming after Dave Harrigan after he ripped Taylor Swift's new double album during Am I Wrong? to wrap up the week.By Audacy

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Andrew Brundidge is today's star of Feisty Friday! 18:31

10m ago18:31

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Sheletta is in for Feisty Friday, but the segment is all about her son Andrew as he debuts his first book, talks about all that went into writing it, and how he's enjoyed some exciting opportunities while doing promotion.By Audacy

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Feisty Friday with Andrew and Sheletta Brundidge & Am I Wrong? 32:06

12m ago32:06

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Andrew Brundidge is the star of Feisty Friday today, along with Sheletta, talking about his new book, the experience of writing it, and how hard he's working to get away from his mom. Later, we roll through Am I Wrong? to wrap up the week!By Audacy

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Bill Guerin says the entire team, including himself, wasn't good enough this season 26:36

3d ago26:36

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Chad has a great conversation with Wild President of Hockey Operations and GM Bill Guerin about a disappointing season for the team and what comes next in the offseason to improve the team.By Audacy

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Bill Guerin & 25 years since Columbine 33:54

5m ago33:54

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Wild President of Hockey Operations and GM Bill Guerin joins for two segments of hockey discussion to wrap up the Wild season. Plus, Chad talks about America marking 25 years since the Columbine massacre and how we have seemingly made no progress towards ending mass shootings.By Audacy

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Columbine happened 25 years ago and America has failed 5:01

9m ago5:01

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Tomorrow, America will mark 25 since the Columbine High School shooting in 1999. Since then, we've made no progress in ending mass shootings in this country. Failure.By Audacy

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4/19 Fired South High teacher Becka Thompson joined us for a conversation that proved to be a Ray of Hope 1:51:34

2h ago1:51:34

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Fired South High teacher Becka Thompson joined us for a conversation that proved to be a Ray of Hope. Ilhan Omar's daughter proves to be a chip off the old block. Reusse with his weekly sports report. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show: 35 new troopers to join State Patrol on Friday Police arrest dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters a…

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Jesse Ventura says the nation is nearing a civil war and Donald Trump is to blame 14:49

24m ago14:49

14:49

Former Governor Jesse Ventura joins Chad to talk about why he believes he could beat President Biden and Donald Trump in an election, his conversation with RFK Jr. on potentially being a running mate, entering the cannabis market with Ventura Farms and much more!By Audacy

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Jon Krawczynski & Jesse Ventura 34:30

6m ago34:30

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Jon Krawczynski joins Chad at the top of the show to talk Wolves vs. Suns on the eve of game one of their series. Plus, we talk politics and a venture into the cannabis market with former Governor Jesse Ventura.By Audacy

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How will the Wolves attack Phoenix in their playoff series? 16:34

21m ago16:34

16:34

Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic joins Chad with a preview of the Wolves/Suns playoff series and how he thinks the team will try to play against Phoenix.By Audacy

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Nearly 4 years later, it's time for action with George Floyd Square 12:49

1h ago12:49

12:49

Jason DeRusha joins Henry Lake to talk about the nature of 'crosstalk' between hosts in radio and share about his visit to George Floyd Square earlier today. Jason and Henry agree that it's beyond time to rehab that area and turn the page while still remembering what happened there.By Audacy

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Cologne, a tragic murder case & Jason DeRusha 32:51

1h ago32:51

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Susie Jones hangs out with Henry Lake to talk about their shared love of a good scent before Henry moves to a discussion about a tragic and complicated murder case in Ohio. Plus, Jason DeRusha joins to share about his trip to George Floyd Square earlier today and why he's disheartened that very little has changed.…

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Henry Lake spent HOW MUCH for a bottle of cologne? 11:02

1h ago11:02

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Susie Jones sticks around with Henry Lake to talk about their shared appreciation for perfume and cologne and come clean on how much they've spent on their scents.By Audacy

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Can parents today let their kids our of their sight without tracking them? 9:15

2h ago9:15

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Henry Lake talks about Laura Yuen's new column in the Star Tribune sharing her experience letting her kids roam free for a day to play without devices or parental supervision.By Audacy

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Michael Rand, letting our kids roam free & the consequences of little sleep 33:40

2h ago33:40

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Henry Lake welcomes Michael Rand to talk some sports at the top of the hour before a conversation about Laura Yuen's new column in the Star Tribune about her experience letting her kids roam free for a day to play without devices or parental supervision. Plus, Henry discusses new research into the harmful effects of getting too little sleep.…

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The Wolves can make a deep run...IF they get past Phoenix. 11:42

2h ago11:42

11:42

It hasn't been good for the Wolves this season against Phoenix. But can they put that behind them get by the Suns in their first round playoff matchup? Michael Rand of the Star Tribune joins on hoops and some Vikings draft discussion.By Audacy

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4/18 Mpls school teacher fired for reporting assaults on staff 1:22:36

2h ago1:22:36

1:22:36

Students walkout of Utah school in protest of Furies. Ray of Hope? Mpls school teacher fired for reporting assaults on staff. More on Chairman Maher, the new head of NPR. Biden claims uncle eaten by cannibals. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show: Dickey Betts, Fiery Guitarist With Allman Brothers Band, Dies at 80 Man shot by deputy in …

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An odd interaction between Gregg Doyel and Caitlin Clark & light rail nightmares 34:22

3h ago34:22

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Henry Lake, in for Chad today, reacts to the strange press conference moment between Caitlin Clark and columnist Gregg Doyel before moving on and venting some frustrations about light rail construction projects in the Twin Cities.By Audacy

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Light rail in the metro is a never-ending nightmare 16:48

3h ago16:48

16:48

Henry Lake is fed up with problem after problem with light rail construction projects in the Twin Cities.By Audacy

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Gregg Doyel's exchange with Caitlin Clark proves some men don't know how to cover women's sports 17:34

3h ago17:34

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Columnist Gregg Doyel has taken a lot of heat and apologized after an interaction with Caitlin Clark at a press conference that was, at best, awkward. What can sports reporters learn from it? Also, does Clark's entrance into the WNBA make you more interested in watching the league?By Audacy

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A break down about illegal vaping, and harassment of Rep. Mary Franson 1:09:59

11h ago1:09:59

1:09:59

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 00:02:08 - An interview with Richard Marianos about illegal flavored disposable vapor products. 00:26:01 - Recap of the interview with Marianos. 00:29:31 - The endorsement of Judd Hoff and the harassment of Rep. Mary Franson. The B…

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4/17 New NPR chief, Katherine Maher, has an unusual view of the truth 1:30:09

1d ago1:30:09

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New NPR chief, Katherine Maher, has an unusual view of the truth. MN Democrats intend to provide free college tuition to illegal immigrants. Mpls city council intends to bankrupt cigarette smokers. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show: Here's the new NPR CEO Katherine Maher (and former chief executive of Wikipedia) explaining that "the …

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Weekly Scramble: What would you do with the protestors, another fix-it with Frat segment, and Reuvers really asked him to do what???? 44:17

2d ago44:17

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What would you do with the protestors, another fix-it with Frat segment, and Reuvers really asked him to do what???? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy PodMN | Hubbard Radio

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How is one local college helping students learn how social media is impacting their mental health? 18:35

2d ago18:35

18:35

Gustavus Adolphus interim dean Charlie Potts joins Dave Schrader for two segments of talk about how social media impacts our kids and what they do at the college to help students manager their digital lives.By Audacy

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Helping students manage their digital lives & parents managing it for their kids 33:36

2d ago33:36

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Gustavus Adolphus interim dean Charlie Potts joins Dave Schrader for two segments of talk about how social media impacts our kids and what they do at the college to help students manager their digital lives. Plus, we talk about how parents of younger kids can navigate similar waters and Jason DeRusha stops by before we wrap the hour.…

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Is our economic sky falling? 34:04

2d ago34:04

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Dave Schrader was inspired by a viral video to spend much of the hour talking about inflation, housing costs and how young people are losing hope at achieving financial independence.By Audacy

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