Best Unity Minneapolis Podcasts (2025)

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07-21-25 The fight against Long Covid, Measles, and vaccine hesitancy continues. Dr. Michael Osterholm, Director of the Center for Infectious Disease and Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota ... 13:28

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re chatting with Chief Ohara about community safety, local initiatives, and what residents can look forward to this season 17:19

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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7-16-25 This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re talking with Shamka Bogan about West Broadway Black Business Week and how it’s shining a spotlight on local Black entrepreneurs ... 8:53

1d ago8:53

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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7-16-25 This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re joined by Gary Hines and Jamecia Bennett of the legendary Sounds of Blackness to talk music, legacy, and what’s next ... 14:15

2d ago14:15

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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Jesus Welcomes the Ordinary 14:56

4d ago14:56

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Luke 10:38-42; Genesis 18:1-14; Colossians 1:21-29By Deacon Ashley May

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Native Studies Summer Workshop for Educators (NSSWE) Second Session for 2025, and Preventing Invasive Species in Tribal Nations 5:00

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On this week’s episode of Minnesota Native News, the upcoming Native Studies Summer Workshop for Educators Conference and a recap of the prevention & impacts of invasive species on Tribal Nations.By Minnesota Native News

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What Do They Stand For? Mayoral Candidate Platforms and Progressive Policy 2:42:43

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With the DFL city convention right around the corner, what should we expect a mayor to champion? What challenges face the people of Minneapolis in 2025? How are these campaigns talking about public policy responses to those challenges, and what policies should WE be talking about? In this in-depth episode, we walk through a number of major policy a…

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07-09-25 This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re joined by Susan Konezny from Neighborhood HealthSource and Abbie from Hennepin County to talk about women’s heart health ... 5:33

9d ago5:33

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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07-09-25 This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re talking with Miss Juneteenth Minnesota 2025, Jailynn Brown, about her journey, her crown, and her plans for the year ... 7:56

10d ago7:56

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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The Good Samaritan 23:52

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Luke 10:25-37; Deuteronomy 30:9-14; Colossians 1:1-14By Charles Lindquist

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07-12-2025- Unapologetic Grief- Why Black Healing Needs New Rules 59:36

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We say “take your time to heal”—but does the world really mean it, especially for Black folks? In this episode of The4Opinions, we’re cutting deep into the stigma around how Black people are expected to grieve, heal, and bounce back like it’s nothing. Whether it's the 3–5 day bereavement policy at work or family traditions that tell us to "just pra…

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07-05-2025- "The Recipe for Healing: A Soulful Dialogue with The Counseling Chef – Tanika West-Moore 1:01:54

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The holidays can be joyful, but for many, they’re also a painful reminder of who’s no longer here. This Saturday, we’re holding space for that grief. Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Tanika West-Moore, affectionately known as “The Counseling Chef.” With over 21 years in the mental health field and a passion for healing through food and sto…

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Sent 15:00

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Luke 10:1-20; Isaiah 66:10-16; Galatians 6:6-18By Aaron Van Luven

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An Update on the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation (MIFPA) Act and the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act 5:00

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This spring, the Minnesota Supreme Court heard arguments challenging the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act. And, the proposed Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act passed in the US House in April. Now awaiting Senate hearings, it is raising concerns about voting rights across the country.…

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07-01-25 Jay Haapala from the AARP Fraud Watch Network joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about big-money scams happening right here in our local communities. 12:00

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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07-01-25 As part of the Little Moments Count series, Isaiah talks about the power of a smile, positive self-perception, and why representation in books matters so much for young children’s brain development ... 10:26

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-27-25 Jeffrey Aguy, one of the newly announced 2025 Bush Fellows, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share his bold vision for building stronger communities across Minnesota ... 10:03

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-27-25 Haakyn joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share how the Pinky Swear Foundation supported him and his family during his childhood cancer treatment. 7:11

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-27-25 Lynn Farmer, Chief Audience and Engagement Officer at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about the powerful Giants exhibition ... 7:54

22d ago7:54

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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06/28/2025- Title: “From Survival to Healing: The Real Talk We Needed”- Conclusion 1:00:33

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Conclusion: We Ain’t Just Talkin’—We Healin’ As we close out this powerful two-month series on Black and Minority Mental Health, The4Opinions didn’t just bring conversation—we brought real ones to the mic. This final episode hit different. We were joined by Adoniyah Israel, who broke it all the way down on how mental health is deeply connected to b…

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Will the Council Swing? We Look at Key Council Races w/ Robin Garwood 2:13:36

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On election night, will we see the progressive wing of the council increase to a majority of 8 members, or drop to a minority of 5? With three open seats and three incumbents in real contests, there is a lot at stake. We look at how policy divisions have played out under the current council to provide a sense of what could change if elections swing…

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Follow Now 19:18

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Luke 9:51-62; 1 Kings 19:15-21; Galatians 5:1, 13-25By Deacon Ashley May

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KOJB's Anishinaabe Arts & Culture Festival, and Afro-Indigenous Author Launches Memoir in Twin Cities 5:00

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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.By Minnesota Native News

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6/21/2025-We All We Got: Strengthening Black Community Structure, Juneteenth and More... 1:03:45

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Let’s Talk Juneteenth: Freedom, Reflection, and the Fight for True Unity June 19, 1865—more than two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation—Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas to inform the last remaining enslaved Black people that they were finally free. This moment became known as Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebra…

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The Christ of God 26:20

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Luke 9:18-24; Galatians 3:23-29; Psalm 63By Rev. Bart Moseman

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How the Birds Got Their Songs Book Tour & Federal Cuts to Tribal Colleges and Universities 5:00

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This week, Minnesota Native News covers how cousins Sam and Travis Zimmerman brought a family story to life in "How the Birds Got Their Songs." Plus, how some Minnesota Indigenous leaders and educators are bracing for federal cuts to Tribal Colleges and Universities.By Minnesota Native News

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6-18-25 Mary Kay Ziniewicz joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share details about an exciting Shine a Light on Mamas Parade happening Saturday, June 21st. 9:17

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-18-25 Warren McLean, President of NEON (Northside Economic Opportunity Network), joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the growing investments in North Minneapolis ... 9:09

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-17-25 Brandon Jones, Executive Director of the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health with Little Moments Counts, joins Q Bear on the KMOJ Afternoon Drive Time to explore how families can ... 7:37

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-17-25 Jessica Connors of the Joint Community Police Partnership and Helen Ferraro of the Anti-Racism Collective join Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about Edina’s community ... 10:49

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-16-25 Justice Alan Page joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the expansion of the Page Education Foundation grant and what it means for the future of higher education ... 8:53

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-16-25 Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the politically motivated shootings that took place over the weekend in Minnesota ... 11:19

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-13-25 Justin Lucero, Artistic Director of Theater Latté Da, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about the powerful production of Sondheim’s PASSION, now on stage at ... 8:41

1M ago8:41

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-11-25 Higher Ground Academy celebrates 25 years of success, and Executive Director Dr. Samuel Yigzaw joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to reflect on the school’s history ... 7:42

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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5/31/2025- Five Years Later... Reflections of the Murder of George Floyd 1:03:09

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The Memory Still Hurts It’s been five years since the world watched George Floyd take his last breath under the knee of injustice. Five years since Minneapolis shook the globe and forced a reckoning. And still, the pain feels fresh. The anger still burns. The trauma still lingers. In Part 1, we reflect. We hold space for the grief. For the outrage.…

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5/24/2025- Our community is rich in history, power, and resilience — but if we’re being honest, we've got some real cracks in the foundation. So we have decided to ask the hard question: What’s really ... 1:02:08

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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06-14-2025-Man Enough to Feel: Part 2: The Truth About Black Men & Mental Health 1:02:01

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Now that we’ve named the pain, let’s talk solutions. In Part 2, we focus on how to rebuild, relearn, and recover. We’ll sit down with therapists, life coaches, fathers, brothers, and healers to explore real pathways to mental wellness for Black men. From culturally competent therapy and safe spaces to faith, fatherhood, friendship, and freedom—this…

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06-07-2025-Man Enough to Feel: Part 1 The Truth About Black Men & Mental Health 1:02:08

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For generations, Black men have been told to “man up,” “suck it up,” or worse—“just pray about it.” But what happens when the pain runs deeper than prayer alone can fix? When silence becomes a survival tactic, and vulnerability is seen as weakness? June is Black Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s time we talk about it—really talk. Why is…

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What’s wrong, right, and who’s in charge? 19:43

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John 16:5-15; Isaiah 6:1-7; Revelation 4By Aaron Van Luven

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Two Spirit Relatives Honored in Minneapolis, While Potential Medicaid Cuts Loom 5:00

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The 4th Annual Two Spirit Pow Wow in Minneapolis welcomes and celebrates all relatives. Meanwhile, proposed federal Medicaid cuts are heading to the Senate, raising concerns for community health.By Minnesota Native News

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Big Money, Stealth Parties Shape the Landscape, w/ Robin Garwood 1:31:44

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With unprecendented big money pouring into a full slate of city elections, we assess the Minneapolis political landscape, with special guest Robin Garwood. This episode features a deep dive on new phenomenon of political action committees acting as stealth political parties. In this context we ask the question: what could lead to the mayor getting …

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Pentecost 15:25

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John 14:8-21; Acts 2:1-21By Rev. Rick Stawarz

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6-4-25 AARP Fraud Watch Network Representative Jay Haapala joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the Morning Show by phone to talk about the rise of big-money scams happening locally and how to stay ... 10:14

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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6-4-25 Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings in person on the Morning Show to talk about the last day of school, graduation, and exciting summer opportunities for students ... 8:10

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By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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Community Health Dialogue – Mental Health Month Special: Dr. Lolita King-Bethel on African Mental Wellness 28:31

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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, host Clarence Jones sits down with Dr. Lolita King-Bethel, Assistant Director of African Mental Wellness, for a powerful discussion on mental health in African and Black communities. Together, they explore cultural stigma, access to care, and how community-based solutions are transforming mental health out…