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Midwest Mixtape

Emily Postlethwait and Natalie Novak

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Midwest Mixtape is a podcast where two music lovers come together to explore the landscape of the music industry across the Midwest. Through conversations with people at every level of production: up-and-coming musicians, record labels and producers, music festival and venue coordinators, and more. We’ll hear the unique experiences of these talented creatives and see how they make a living from doing what they love without the advantage of being on the coast.
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THE DJ BE EXPERIENCE DJ BE (Diversifiedsound / ATL House Notes / Pop Up House Headz / 4Deep) Home Base: Atlanta, GA Styles: Deep Soulful Afro House + Lounge & Soul. Much can be said of a DJ that plays to win. A DJ, much like a point guard running his team’s offense on the court, brings their A game to any environment, home court advantage or not. This is the playing field for one of Atlanta’s “hardest working house music DJs.” DJ BE, AKA BEasy, electrocutes the atmosphere with pulsating char ...
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As the climate crisis deepens, we are becoming more aware of just how badly we have failed to respect our most precious asset: nature. We depend entirely on it for our food, our air, our water and our shelter, and yet, we have been neglecting and exploiting nature for decades, even centuries. Nature-based solutions (NbS) promise to redress the balance by restoring habitats and ecosystems. In doing so, we can tackle the biodiversity crisis, meet our climate targets, adapt to flood and drought ...
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J.R. McKee’s 10 Artist Commandments contains the ten jewels that are guaranteed to propel your artistic career forward, no matter your medium. If you are an artist that is ready to do the business of selling your art, this book is a timeless resource that provides the ten necessary tools required to build an artist’s career far beyond the Instagram and TikTok era and any era that follows. In these pages, you will read for yourself the answer to every artist’s burning question: What does it t ...
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (June 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ Yusef Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.faceboo…
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During street redesigns, business owners are often portrayed as preferring car parking over safe streets. But their takes are more nuanced, so let's chat with some! Attributions Our theme song is Tanz den Dobberstein, and our interstitial song is Puck’s Blues. Both tracks used by permission of their creator, Erik Brandt. Find out more about his ban…
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This was our second year with a DFL trifecta, let's check in with a few transportation and land use advocacy organizations to find out what we accomplished and what is on the horizon for next year! Episode chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:53 | Sustain St Paul & Neighbors for More Neighbors 23:16 | Sierra Club Blog post 25:12 | Our Streets Blog post 29:55 …
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The Borealis is the first new Amtrak service Minnesota has had since the 80's. Let's chat with some of the people riding on opening day to find out what this train means to them! Episode chapters 00:00 | Intro 07:38 | Jeffrey Mack & Felecia Thomas Mack 11:11 | Lillaia Christiansen 16:03 | Brandon Maurisak 24:12 | Kadence Kushnir 34:04 | Angel Morri…
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There is far more wildlife living in our cities than many humans realize. Meet a couple University of Minnesota researchers studying urban foxes and coyotes! Links Twin Cities Coyote and Fox Project (TCCFP) Urban Coyotes | Minnesota DNR Mapping habitat use and disease of urban carnivores Living With The Coyotes Among Us | Streets.mn Attributions Ou…
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Once a year, the residents of Uptown are delighted by preschoolers walking around the neighborhood, handing out poems they wrote. Let's meet the teachers behind the tradition! Episode chapters 00:00 | Intro 03:00 | Teachers Julia & Claire 34:52 | The Parklet 41:08 | Poems 43:11 | Outro Attributions Our theme song is Tanz den Dobberstein, and our in…
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Early in the pandemic, Bemidji offered to pay teleworkers to move there. Let's take a trip up north to find out how it went! Links 218 Relocate Similar program in Tulsa Paul Bunyan Communications Attributions Our theme song is Tanz den Dobberstein, and our interstitial song is Puck’s Blues. Both tracks used by permission of their creator, Erik Bran…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (April 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ Butta Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.facebo…
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We took the opportunity at BikeMN's summit on capitol hill to chat with activists from across the state about cycling in their communities. Episode Chapters 00:00 | Intro 00:46 | Alice Tibbetts, Duluth 15:46 | Ben Scheidel, Mankato 33:04 | The Parklet 34:23 | Glen Kajewski and Andy Miller, Thief River Falls 52:21 | Outro Attributions Our theme song…
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Kathy Lantry and Amy Brendmoen collectively spent three decades on Saint Paul City Council, each serving as Council President for part of that time. We get their insider perspective about the process of how policy gets made and budgets set, how things changed as more women joined the council, and what they wish they had more time to accomplish. Att…
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Spencer Miller-Johnson, Senior City Planner for the City of St. Paul, joins Sherry for a lively conversation about zoning and land use. Spencer helps us unpack a city report on its East Grand Avenue Overlay Study. He also shares about the city’s planning philosophies, why he’s passionate about form-based codes, and what keeps him up at night. Hear …
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EPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (Feb 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: Calvin Morgan Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.face…
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You may have noticed bus stops in the Twin Cities with signs naming someone who adopted them. That's right, Metro Transit now has an Adopt-a-stop program! They recently hosted an appreciation brunch, so we went and chatted with other adopters about how they're liking the program. Links Find out if your local stop or shelter is getting upgrades Beco…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (Jan 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: Swift Vidal Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.faceb…
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Building on the momentum from last year's historic Minnesota State legislative session, several organizations are bringing ambitious transportation and land use proposals to the table this year. Links 2023 Legislative Wrap-up Neighbors for More Neighbors Streets.mn episode on Land Value Tax Rumble Strip episode about road maintenance Bike Walk Summ…
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What to do with an urban highway that destroyed a community 60 years ago? ReConnect Rondo wants to put a land bridge over it. Episode chapters, links 00:00 | Intro Streets.mn Podcast episode on urban highway removal 00:55 | Interview part 1 Rondo land bridge feasibility study 25:56 | The Parklet Streets.mn bonfire event Donate to Streets.mn 27:14 |…
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How do you choose a neighborhood to move to? Ian and Tim took very different approaches, did they both end up in places they like? Listen in on their discussion, moderated by Sherry Johnson! Episode chapters & links 00:00 | Intro 01:37 | Tell us about your move 06:22 | What drew you to that neighborhood? 09:42 | How do you move car-free? Ian moving…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (DEC 2023) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: ZACKIRIA SOUL Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.fac…
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This podcast episode comes to you in two parts: Side A: A photographer from Grand Marais previews an upcoming DNR touring route. Side B: The Streets.mn Podcast team looks back on our favorite episodes of 2023! Episode chapters 00:00 | Intro 01:00 | The Border to Border Touring Route WTIP's episode Video: Bryan's gear Bryan's website 25:12 | Our fav…
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Hear what it’s like to lead and run a bikeshare program with our guests, Melissa Summers and Alasdair McKernan. Formerly of our beloved Nice Ride, they now help run our car sharing program. Listen in as they share their wisdom about the logistics of bikeshare, the complications of the entities who run them, and advice for anyone who’d want to rebir…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (NOV 2023) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ LA Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.facebook.co…
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Everything you want to know about potholes, but were too afraid to ask! How do they form? What can we do about them? We sit down with engineers Doug Fischer and Bev Farraher to chat about all that and more! Connect with us Anatomy of a pothole video Doug's website: The Highway Doctor Spreadsheet comparing vehicle weights and damage to the street Ne…
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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (OCT 2023) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: Sir Thomas Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.facebo…
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Passenger train advocacy organization All Aboard Minnesota is celebrating their 10th anniversary. Let's learn the history of the organization! Connect with us All Aboard Minnesota 10 year celebration AAMN video: Why Passenger Rail is good for Minnesota Discuss this episode on social media with the hashtag #StreetsMNPodcast Help make the show possib…
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We sit down with Sherry Johnson to chat about her popular article series of motorists' questions for bicyclists! Connect with us The Top 10 Questions for Bicyclists article series Email Sherry at facilitator.sher@gmail.com Discuss this episode on social media with the hashtag #StreetsMNPodcast Help make the show possible by making a donation or spo…
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There are people who travel long distances by bike, and there are people who are willing to open their homes to those traveling by bike. Together, they make up the Warmshowers community! Episode summary 00:00 | Intro 01:08 | History of Warmshowers 04:55 | Stina and Ian's experiences 09:29 | Getting started on Warmshowers 13:44 | Tips for hosting 19…
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New Saint Paul resident Sarah Johnson interviews city councilwoman Mitra Jalali about her thoughtful and people-centered approach to transportation infrastructure. Show Notes Sarah has a conversation with Councilor Mitra Jalali of Ward 4 in Saint Paul, MN. Car Free Midwest is a podcast exploring the stories, barriers and joys of getting around the …
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Join Elissa Shufman and Ian R Buck for a discussion of the novel The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd. A mystery that has us pondering what is a map, and how does it give us power? Episode summary 00:00 | Intro 01:31 | Spoiler-free 19:56 | The Parklet 27:51 | Spoilers 42:54 | Outro Links, connect with us The Cartographers Next book: How to Do Nothing…
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There are several current pilot projects in Minnesota that point towards exciting possibilities for public transportation. Let's take a look! Episode summary 00:00 | Intro 01:21 | Micro Transit 23:00 | Southwest Transit Lyft Integration 32:57 | The parklet with Kyle 36:24 | Electrifying buses 42:51 | Self-driven buses, goMARTI 59:01 | Outro Images …
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Though Hopkins is one of the smaller Minneapolis suburbs, it packs a big punch on climate action. We dig into two really innovative programs they’re doing on reducing the urban heat island effect and speeding deployment of clean energy and energy efficiency solutions with a cost share program. We speak with Hopkins Mayor Patrick Hanlon and Special …
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BikeMN was founded 15 years ago as a statewide bike advocacy organization. Its founding executive director, Dorian Grilley, is stepping down this summer. Let's look back at his career! Connect with us Suggested listening: Legislative session wrap-up Streets.mn summer picnic BikeMN at Indeed Brewing Donor Party at Erik's Take our survey - we want to…
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Sarah Johnson, Omaha-based transportation advocate and podcaster, decided to move to the Twin Cities. Let's follow along with her moving journey! We'll check in at a couple of key points to get a more full picture of what it's like to move to a brand new metro area. Episode summary 00:00 | Intro 01:02 | December 2022 - picking a neighborhood 27:33 …
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Minnesota just finished a historic legislative session! Let's hear from leading transportation advocates what we accomplished. Episode summary 00:00 | Intro 00:48 | How we got here 17:06 | Funding for transit 29:01 | New passenger rail 41:33 | Biking safety laws, routes, and funding 58:21 | Looking forward to next year's session 59:17 | Outro Furth…
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Let's talk bike accessories! Over his years of bike commuting, Ian has found a few items that he keeps with him at all times. Here are his recommendations! 00:00 | Intro 00:26 | Current news 02:07 | Ortlieb panniers 17:05 | Pizza Rack Carrying yard waste on the Pizza Rack DIY splash guard 28:11 | Abus Bordo folding lock 34:08 | PDW Ninja Pump Ian's…
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In this episode of Midwest Mixtape, hosts Natalie Novak and Emily Postlethwait sit down with Patrick Walsh of North Forty One, a Chicago-based pop-funk band. Hear from Walsh about what the music scene is like in Chicago and his experience traveling the country on tour.By Emily Postlethwait and Natalie Novak
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In this episode of Midwest Mixtape, hosts Natalie Novak and Emily Postlethwait sit down with Tom Buckmiller and Brian Schwager, known for their electric originals and authentic blues classics. Hear from them about their unique musical journey and their experience in Memphis at the International Blues Challenge. This episode is a must-listen for any…
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In this episode of Midwest Mixtape, hosts Natalie Novak and Emily Postlethwait sit down with Des Moines-based musician and educator Allegra Hernandez. Throughout the episode, Hernandez provides insight into the obstacles they’ve overcome as a non-binary musician in the Midwest and talks about their efforts with local nonprofits to ensure that every…
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In this episode of Midwest Mixtape, hosts Natalie Novak and Emily Postlethwait sit down with Dave Zollo, a music extraordinaire who has worked in the industry for three decades. Once called “The Patron Saint of Roots Music,” Zollo shares his journey as a musician, how he established his own record label and his inspiring story about overcoming addi…
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According to Minnesota Public Radio, it's hot girl sinkhole spring. In other words, we have a ridiculous number of potholes right now in the Twin Cities, and since we can't do anything other than wait for the hardworking folks of road repair to fix them, we made a game about the whole situation. Andy and Beth Korth join for this special Nice Games …
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Both Minneapolis and Saint Paul are conducting rezoning studies. One is focusing on missing middle housing, the other allowing business uses in more places. Let's learn more from advocates in each city! Episode summary 00:00:00 | Intro 00:00:58 | Luke Hanson, Sustain Saint Paul 00:26:39 | Zach Wajda, Neighbors for More Neighbors 01:05:06 | Outro Re…
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