The Morning Show

Rochelle Cox took over as Interim Superintendent at Minneapolis Public Schools back in July, and spent most of this summer preparing for the 2022-23 school year. With the new year underway this week, there have been noticeable changes, along with some big plans ahead. Manny Hill discusses the busy first week, as well as the […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220727110436-TMSFLOWAOA_04512_072722.mp3 We spoke about the Age of Age Exhibit with Dr. Barbara Bridges of Art to Change the World. Plus, details on other projects and ways to join this non-profit coalition using art to create social change. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220727104919-TMSAACE072722edit.mp3   We spoke to MN Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist, Luigi Romolo, about the lack of rain, different types of drought, and what we can do to help. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220726103753-TMSYNNNENJuly26_04521_072622.mp3   Margo Ashmore with the Northeaster Newspaper joins The Morning Show to highlight some Fringe Festival shows and volunteer opportunities! Plus, details on one artist who uses discarded rope and plastic to make new creations. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220726100454-TMSFLOWNAC_04511_072522.mp3   Kenna Cottman, curator for FLOW Northside Arts Crawl, joined The Morning Show with a preview of this weekend’s events, including where to find a live mural painting by artist Charles Caldwell and a BBQ rib cook-off. Plus, music, more food, and all types of performances, exhibits, and activities. FLOW kicks off in north […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220721113701-TMSACCEJuly20_04507_072022.mp3   We spoke with Minnesota Department of Natural Resource’s State Climatologist, Luigi Romolo, about heat warnings and the thresholds needed to issue those alerts. Plus, some safety reminders about taking care of yourself and others in hot weather. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220719101057-TMSYNNSJ_04521_071922.mp3   Noor Adwan, intern at the Sahan Journal, joined The Morning Show to discuss her article on the Urban Bird Collective, the nature gap that exists in BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, and why organizations looking to close this gap are important. Sahan Journal a web-based news organization covering Minnesota’s underrepresented communities, see today’s headlines […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220715125432-TMSFoodwithAliJULYEDIT.mp3   Ali Elabbady joined The Morning Show to touch on some of the best places to get seafood in the Twin Cites. Some of the places he mentioned were Martina on South Upton Ave in Minneapolis (s/o to the Spaghetti Fra Diavolo w/ Lobster) and Meritage in Downtown St. Paul (highlights: Florida Rock Shrimp […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220715122924-TMSAURORAJuly15_04502_071522.mp3   MJ covers The Minnesota Aurora FC for SotaSoccer.com, The Morning Show to discuss the Minnesota Aurora FC going undefeated in their first regular season, and what’s to come in their playoff run. You can follow MJ on twitter for more updates and listen to him co-host The Daves I Know Podcast. He is […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220714103754-TMSAACE071222_04507_071322.mp3   Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist, Luigi Romolo, joins The Morning Show to answer your climate and weather questions. Luigi discussed some of the key benefits of sustained rains versus quick downpours, plus an update on rainfall totals in the Twin Cities for the season. Send your questions for Luigi to reed@jazz88.fm. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220714105154-YNNNENJuly12.mp3 Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper joins The Morning Show with details on how one metro area city plans to slow the spread of Emerald Ash Borers. […]

Rochelle Cox took over as Interim Superintendent at Minneapolis Public Schools on July 1, and she is already hitting the ground running. She talks with Manny Hill about her previous work at MPS, shares her excitement about this opportunity, and what she has planned for the district for the 2022-23 school year. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220701090943-TMSAAPEFireworkspixEdit.mp3   Gil Dignen, instructor with Minneapolis Public Schools Community Ed, joins The Morning Show with tips on improving any photos you take of fireworks this Fourth of July weekend. Gil teaches several classes on Photography with MPS’s Adult Enrichment program, find out more here. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220629100800-TMSAACEJune29_04507_062922.mp3   Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo answers your climate and weather related questions, email them to reed@jazz88.fm. This week we dive into the heat index, what factors contribute to determining this temperature, and the dangers of extreme heat. Find out more ways to protect yourself, family and neighbors during a […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220623101208-TMSMWJFINT_04524_062522.mp3   We had a chance to speak to Matthew Whitaker about his career so far, his pick for jazz fans headed to Europe, and the fun he plans on having at this weekend’s Twin Cities Jazz Festival when he headlines the Jazz88 Main Stage Friday at 8:30 PM. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220622125710-TMSJFBGInt_04525_062522WEB.mp3   Pianist Brandon Goldberg is set to play the Jazz88 Mainstage on Saturday night (6/25) with saxophonist Marcus Strickland, trumpeter Josh Evans, bassist Ben Wolfe, and drummer Aaron Kimmel. Brandon discusses playing with these great musicians as they take the stage for the first time together, along with influential piano players and one of […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220622110755-TMSAACEJune22_04507_062222.mp3   MN Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo discusses relative humidity versus dew point, what a dew point means and what type of reading you will see when the humidity is so unbearable you can hardly leave the house. If there’s something you want to know about the climate or weather in […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220617104437-TMSFoodJune17_04519_061722.mp3   Twin Cities Food and Music Critic Ali Elabbady highlights some Juneteenth Events not only featuring food, but music and great ways to get involved: University of Minnesota’s Juneteenth Commemorative March and Block Party with food from Sammy’s Avenue Eatery, Momma Rose Catering, Nashville Coop, Jambo Africa, and Quiet Cat Bakery on Sat 6/18 […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220615102816-TMSJuneteenthStPaul_04515_061522.mp3   Gaye Adams Massey, CEO of YWCA St Paul, joins The Morning Show to discuss their Juneteenth Celebration this weekend. You’ll find ways to learn the history and importance of Juneteenth, plus lots of great activities for kids (and their adults!), food trucks and music from Thomasina Petrus, the SingHers, Johnnie Brown and many […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220614124543-TMSBBW_04514_061422.mp3   Jessica Winnie, owner of Minnesota Black Box, joins The Morning Show to highlight the Ask an Entrepreneur virtual conversations happening during Black Business Week, plus details on the Northside Marketplace on Saturday 6/18 from 10 am to 3 pm at the Capri Plaza on West Broadway in North Minneapolis. More info at westbroadway.org. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220614123521-TMSYNNJune14_04521_061422wav.mp3   Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper joins The Morning Show with the background on removing a racial covenant from your home’s deed plus the steps some cities are taking without regular yard waste pick up from their contracted garbage haulers. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220614122517-TMSMGMJuneteenth_04518_061822.mp3   Donnisha Powell, owner of New Start Fashion, will emcee Midtown Global Market‘s free Juneteenth Celebration featuring storytelling, music and dance. Plus a chance to grab great food and shop your favorite stores at Midtown Global Market on East Lake Street, Saturday June 18th from noon to 3 pm. […]

Manny Hill talks with Jason Bucklin, Coordinator with the Out4Good Program at Minneapolis Public Schools about what the program has done for the LGBTQ students, staff and families of MPS. Also, with June being Pride Month, what events are on the horizon with the program? […]

Manny Hill talks with North Community High School Principal Mauri Friestleben on the rising graduation rates at North High, and the relentless work that the teachers and students have put in while enduring the pandemic and tragedy in the community. […]

  Veteran drummer Peter Kogan was nice enough to swing by for a conversation with Sam Keenan from Minnesota Jazz Tracks! Check out the interview! […]

Sparked by our conversation on tornadoes last week, James noted that as a kid growing up in Kansas in the 1950s/1960s he recalled sheltering in the cellar at night, with incredibly heavy rains during tornado warnings, but noted that footage of tornadoes is generally taken by spotters with a view of the storm from some […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220607120841-TMSAAAEJune7Entire.mp3   We spoke with John Azar, instructor for the Automotive Maintenance Basics course with Minneapolis Public Schools Community Ed. about extending the life of your vehicle, by practicing good driving habits and his top suggestions for maintenance. Currently John’s next class starting on June 21st is wait listed, but you can add your name […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220603104445-TMSMoviesJune_04528_060322.mp3   Keith Harris of Racket with thoughts on Top Gun: Maverick (more details here), plus the new David Cronenberg has a new movie out, Crimes of the Future and if you missed Hit the Road (good intro to Iranian Film) during MSPIFF, you can catch it at The Main. Check out Racket’s movie listings […] […]

Yellowjackets‘ bassist (and resident Australian) Dane Alderson connected with Jazz88’s Patty Peterson ahead of Yellowjackets’ performance at The Dakota, details here. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220601103829-BobMintzerYellowJacketspartialsonghalfway.mp3   Yellowjackets‘ Saxophonist (and writer, arranger) Bob Mintzer with Jazz88’s Patty Peterson ahead of Yellowjackets’ performance at The Dakota, details here. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220601102314-TMSAACEJun1_04507_060122.mp3   After four tornado touch downs in Minnesota this week, we spoke to Minnesota’s Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo about the requirements to classify a storms as a tornado, but details on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. Plus Luigi shared some great safety tips for severe weather from the NOAA and dispelled […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220601101513-TMSYNNNENJun1_04519_060122.mp3   Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper joins The Morning Show to highlight Speak MPLS, a new way for members to create broadcast quality productions, plus some highlights from Art-a-Whirl you might have missed!   […]

Manny Hill talks with Ben Rengstorf, a Culinary Arts Teacher at Roosevelt High School in south Minneapolis, about Roosevelt Culinary Arts, a program now in its third year. Rengstorf shares how the program started, how he became a Culinary Arts teacher, and takes us through a typical week in class. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220527104205-PattyPrince052622Mixdown1.mp3   Ahead of Legends: Let’s Go Crazy at The Capri Theater this weekend, Patty Peterson discussed favorite Prince songs with Doctor Mambo’s Combo vocalist Ashley Commodore and keyboardist Brian Ziemniak, and the Minneapolis music icon’s influence on the scene. The Capri pays tribute to Prince during Legends: Let’s Go Crazy Sat 5/28 at 7 […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220525101624-TMSAACEMay25_04507_052522.mp3   Weather Balloons, Satellite, Doppler Radar are just some of the tools forecasters use to let you know what weather is headed your way. MN Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo answers your climate and weather questions, email them to reed@jazz88.fm […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220524104231-TMSNorthSolar_04509_052622.mp3   Kyle Samejima, Executive Director with Minneapolis Climate Action, discusses the Community Solar Garden on the roof of North Community High School. Learn how neighbors can benefit, find out how to buy a share of the garden… and possibly win an annual subscription during the information session this week. Thursday May 26th, 2022 6:30-8:30 […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220520110308-TMSFOODwithAliMay20_04586_052022.mp3   Twin Cities based food and Music Critic Ali Elabbady shares what he discovered researching Chai, spoiler his top recommendation for traditional Chai is Red Wolf Chai and Coffee. You’ll find Red Wolf at Farmers’ Markets, many just opened this month.  Mill City Farmers Market, Fulton Farmers Market, Kingfield Farmers Market, and Northeast Farmers […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220519105248-TMSAGwithLC_04505_052122.mp3   Pianist, Composer and Director of Jazz Area and Senior Lecturer at Carlton College discusses the premier of her new work The Agitators, featuring the inspiring words of historically significant social activists set to music. The Agitators premieres Friday, 5/20/22 at 7:30 pm in the Kracum Performance Hall at the Weitz Center for Creativity.  […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220519103858-TMSArtAWhirlMay19_04526_052022.mp3   Anna Becker, Executive Director for the Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association, the organization behind Art-a-Whirl joins The Morning Show with tips for getting to and navigating this weekend’s festival. You can view Art-a-Whirl’s map or check out the directory to plan your weekend.   […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220518124709-AACEMAY18EDIT.mp3   We learned all about those really cool, but kind of scary shelf clouds. Every week we ask your climate and weather questions to Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo. Submit your questions to reed@jazz88.fm […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220513120701-TMSMNPlaylist_04519_051322.mp3   Damon Runnals, owner of Minnesota Playlist, takes us on a trip across the Twin Cities, highlighting some of the Metro’s most interesting shows. In North Minneapolis at the Capri Theater, All American Boys runs now through Sun, May 22. On the West Bank at Mixed Blood Theater, The Labyrinth and the Minotaur: The […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220511120524-TMSACCEMay11EDIT.mp3   We spoke with State Climatologist Luigi Romolo from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources about hail, what conditions would a weather system need in order for hail to form and why hail size can vary so much. Send your climate and weather questions for Luigi to reed@jazz88.fm […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220511104413-TMSLAGTBUFunds_04546_051422.mp3   We spoke with North Community High Senior Moziah Thomas about Legacy Arts Group’s original work The Beautiful Ugly and how you can help send the cast and crew to Scotland this August. More info on benefit happening at The Real Magic House in Hudson, WI on Saturday May 14th, 2022 here or donate […] […]

Manny Hill talks with Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff about the upcoming events and celebrations in the month of May, including Asian American Heritage Month, American Indian Kickoff Month, and an Afghan Families reception. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220505123026-MOVIESMAYKEITHEDIT.mp3   Keith Harris, co-founder of Racket joins us with a lot of info on the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (running now through May 19th) including details on their new location, The Main and picks you should see on the big screen. Plus we discuss good (and bad… of course) Nic Cage movies, […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220504112301-TMSAACEMay4_04507_050522.mp3   We spoke to MN Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo about whether or not Minnesota is out of the drought that we heard so much about last fall, plus the record he says we broke in April (it’s not good) and what to look forward to this weekend (it’s good!). Send […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220503130239-CBCIndeedRyanEdit.mp3   We discussed the Craft Brewers’ Conference in Minneapolis May 2nd thru 5th with Ryan Bandy, Sales Director for Indeed Brewing Company. More details on special events for the CBC here. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220428122404-TMSAAFEApr28_04516_042922.mp3   Tim Clemens of Ironwood Foraging reviews the basics of finding food in your own backyard (or even down the alley) and some things to keep in mind, plus the benefits of foraging. Tim also teaches the Urban Foraging Workshop with Minneapolis Public Schools Community Ed, you can sign up here (and you don’t […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220428122752-TMSAACEApr27_04507_042822.mp3   This week we learn about changes in air versus soil temperatures and how the cycles differ, plus what Luigi thinks about getting plants in the ground right now. MN Department of Natural Resources’ State Climatologist Luigi Romolo answers your weather and climate questions (don’t ask when it’s going to get warm out, I […] […]

Manny Hill talks with Jennifer Bordon, Coordinator of Active Living for Minneapolis Public Schools, about what MPS has in store for the upcoming National Bike To School Day on May 4. Jennifer shares information on a 5 mile bike ride that starts on Plymouth Avenue in Minneapolis that’s open to MPS Staff, students and the […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220425110828-TMSFoodandRestaurantsApr22EDIT.mp3   Twin Cites based Food and Music Critic Ali Elabbady keeps us updated on the latest restaurant news and gives us his top recommendations for some of our favorite foods.   This month we talked best Bagel spots in the Twin Cities, top spots include Asa’s Bakery in South Minneapolis, Rise Bagel Co in […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220425110119-TMSAACEApr21EDIT.mp3   We spoke to MN DNR State Climatologist Luigi Romolo about what (if any) impact this late season cold has on our environment, plus details on warmer weather. If you have a question for Luigi send it our way, email reed@jazz88.fm     […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220425105340-YNNNENApr19.mp3   We spoke with Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper about school name updates in Northeast Minneapolis and got details on the Minneapolis St Paul Home Tour happening Sat April 30th and Sunday May 1st. […]

Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff talks with Manny Hill about the return to school for MPS students after the end of the Teacher’s strike and Spring Break, his role in the transition to new leadership in the district as he prepares for his departure in June, and the upcoming name changes of two schools […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220408104354-MovieswithKeith_04516_040922.mp3   Keith Harris of Racket with a bunch of movies that a worth your time… and one that’s not. This week we learned about record setting India movie RRR (two words: flaming arrows), Everything Everywhere All the Time featuring Michelle Yeoh as a middle-aged super hero, Morbius with Jared Leto (aka Jordan Catalano… also […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220401121107-MNPLAYLISTEDITAPR1.mp3   Damon Runnals of Minnesota Playlist joins The Morning Show with highlights in local theater, including Jelly’s Last Jam (running now through May 8th), A Bucket List of Booze Club from Fresh Water Theater (opening May 7th) and Generic Specific (April 28th, one show only). […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220330112109-AACEMAR30EDIT.mp3   Luigi gives us an update on how this March compared to average March weather, plus what we can look forward to this weekend. Send your climate and weather questions for Luigi to reed@jazz88.fm and listen for the answer in an upcoming segment. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220329125901-TMSEdibleBlvdMar29_04533_033022.mp3   Check out our interview with Michelle Shaw of Minneapolis Edible Boulevards and watch their follow their Facebook group for more info on getting involved. Watch for updates on the Community Garden Green Zone Atlas and the Minneapolis Edible Boulevards Budding Plant-Based Directory: A Fresh Take on Growing BIPOC and women-owned businesses in the […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220323101458-TMSAACEMar23EDIT_04507_032422.mp3   We ask your climate and weather related questions to MN DNR State Climatologist Luigi Romolo. Email them to reed@jazz88.fm. Plus Luigi has a update on where Minnesota stands in our quest for the CoCoRaHS cup! […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220322122810-TMSAAAEGas_04589_032322.mp3   John Azar teaches the Automotive Maintenance Basics course with Minneapolis Public Schools Community Ed. He joins The Morning Show to discuss ways to get better gas mileage out of your car, plus lets us know what DOESN’T work. His next course starts April 12 and registration is open now. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220322122049-TMSYNNNENMar22.mp3   Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper gives us an update on some possible new affordable housing coming throughout the Metro, find The Northeaster Newspaper here or on doorsteps and news stands this week. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220314230828-TheCapriPresentsLegendsOverTheRainbow-InterviewwithDennisSpearsArtisticDirector.mp3   Patty Peterson interviews Dennis Spears about the upcoming “Legends:Beyond The Rainbow” concert. Legends @ the Capri presents Beyond Legends Rainbow, a beautiful evening of music offering audiences a moment to pause and pay tribute to the musical stylings and lives well-lived by Jeanne Arland Peterson, Irv Williams, Debbie Duncan and Yolande Bruce. General […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220317110842-AAFEMar17EDITFULL.mp3   Accredited Finance Councilor, Financial Fitness Coach and Certified Retirement Councilor Don Fulton joins The Morning Show with guidance on picking someone to prepare your taxes and some key reminders on savings. Don teaches Money for Two and Smart Money Decisions with Minneapolis Public Schools Community Ed. Registration is open now with classes starting […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220311101535-ALIFOODEDITMAR11_04508_031222.mp3   We talk pizza views and news, where to find Chicago Dogs in the Metro and all about Instagram-able Donuts with Twin Cities based Food and Music Critic Ali Elabbady as we take a look at where to find some of the best Chicago Staple Foods in the Metro   Here’s all the places […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220309120242-MovieswithKeith_04503_033122.mp3   We spoke to Racket’s Keith Harris about The (new) Batman, some films to root for when watching the Oscars this year and a few picks from  The Trylon. Plus we touched on artists getting paid by streaming services for their music and whether or not Minneapolis can plow sidewalks just like our streets. […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220309113744-TMSAACEMar9_04507_031022.mp3   MN DNR State Climatologist Luigi Romolo is asking for OUR help this week! He tells us about the Community Collaborative Rain Hail and Snow Network and Minnesota’s quest to win the CoCoRaHS Cup for an unprecedented third year in a row! You can reach out to Luigi with questions about joining and get […] […]

The Teacher and Educational Support Professionals chapters of the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers filed an intent to strike notice on February 23. With the initial 10-day cooling off period, a potential strike may commence this coming Tuesday, March 8. Negotiations between MPS staff and MFT union leaders are ongoing. Manny Hill spoke with MPS Superintendent […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220225101805-MNPLAYLISTFeb25_04529_022622.mp3   Damon Runnals, owner of MinnesotaPlaylist.com joins The Morning Show with a few theater highlights. Damon shares details on Reboot, an online play with puzzles you can catch this weekend (through Sun 2/27), Man of God takes a look at the questions that come up when four high school girls on a trip discover […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220224105448-TMSMLB_04534_022522.mp3   Jazz with Class orchestrator and frequent guest on the podcast Minnesota Sports Chat, Manny Hill joins The Morning Show to discuss the current baseball lockout and (lack of) progress on negotiations, the impact this could have outside of the stadium and a couple of leagues to invest some more time in if we […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220217112610-AAKEFeb17_04533_021822.mp3   We spoke with Jan Zita Grover, who teaches with Minneapolis Public Schools Community Ed, for her recommendations on kitchen knives, cutting boards and the best way to keep everything sharp. Check out cooking classes available now, and watch for the Spring Catalog for a chance to get into one of Jan’s courses, they […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220216114054-AACEFeb16_04507_021722.mp3   Luigi Romolo with the MN Department of Natural Resources updates us on where we sit for snow in the 2021-2022 season and what parts of the state look like compared to last year. Send your questions for Luigi our way by emailing reed@jazz88.fm […]

We are excited to highlight the incredible (and very challenging) work of our colleagues at Minneapolis Public Schools! Mackenzie Brill teaches with Lake Nokomis Community Schools at the Keewaydin Campus in the Autism Education Program. Here she is below with Reed from The Morning Show. Hear fellow teacher Dr. Jake Knaus talk about what makes […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220211104155-TMSFoodieAli_04509_021222.mp3   Ali Elabbady, Twin Cities based Food and Music Critic and host of Tacos & Tastemakers joins The Morning Show with some metro area food highlights. Learn all about a new spot for Birria Tacos and where to track down game day (or anyday) wings. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220210105734-AACECASKTIRONEDITA.mp3   Jan Zita Grover, who teaches with MPS Community Ed, dives into everything you need to know about the benefits of cooking with cast iron, what to look for when picking out a new (or new to you) piece, the key ingredient to creating a non stick surface, and details on cleaning and maintaining.  […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220209115820-TMSAACEFeb9Edit_04507_021022.mp3   MN DNR State Climatologist Luigi Romolo answers your weather and climate questions. Email them to reed@jazz88.fm. We discuss the importance of cold temps to our environment and the creature most affected by a lack of cold weather (spoiler it’s people!). […]

The students of Minneapolis Public Schools returned to in-person learning across the district this week after a two-week shift to online learning. Manny Hill caught up with MPS Superintendent Ed Graff, and asked him about the students’ return. The Superintendent explains why the shift to online learning was necessary. Also, what does MPS have in […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220204104415-TMSWTMS_04528_020522.mp3   Keith Harris, cofounder of Racket, joins The Morning Show to let us know about some cinema highlights in the Twin Cities including recommendations on what during a slow month for film. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220202113912-YYNSJ012822edit.mp3   Becky Dernbach, education reporter for the Sahan Journal. spoke to four BIPOC teachers facing unique challenges during the pandemic. Jeff Garcia, a Special Education teacher for Middle School students with St Paul Public Schools also joins the conversation to share his view point on the challenges teachers face in the pandemic. Read the […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220202112804-TMSAACEFeb2_04507_020322.mp3   State Climatologist Luigi Romolo answers your climate and weather questions. This week we dive into ice quakes, what are they and are we really getting them in Minnesota right now? Send in your questions to reed@jazz88.fm […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220202111816-YNNNENFeb1_04521_020222.mp3 Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper let’s us know about a new building in the early planning stages of construction at University and 13th Ave, plus how this developer would address some concerns that often arise during new construction. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220131105450-TMSCapriFirstTHU_04503_020422.mp3   Craig Rice of MPS Film Society joins us to discuss the upcoming First Thursday screening of “How it Feels to be Free” a documentary featuring Black Women performers during the civil rights movement and beyond. The film’s director Yoruba Richen joins movie goers for a virtual discussion after the screening. First Thursdays happens […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220119113531-TMSYNNNENJan19_04521_012022.mp3   Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper joins us to talk about a Fitness Center that could be coming back to life after some members start looking into the process of creating a Co Op, plus changes for Precinct  Two, and updates on other businesses. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220119110739-TMSAACEJan19EDIT.mp3   The MN Department of Natural Resources gathered the Top Five Weather Events for 2021 and we discuss them with State Climatologist Luigi Romolo, plus we ask if we can determine whether or not these events are tied to climate change.   Send your climate and weather questions in to be featured on an […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220118104617-TMSAAFEJan18_04512_011922.mp3   We spoke to Fitness and Mindset Coach Logan U’u about starting a fitness routine and tips for sticking with your goals. Coach U’u is leading a 3 Day course with Minneapolis Public Schools Adult Enrichment focusing on Mindset, Movement and Metabolism. It starts Monday January 24, and you do not need to live […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220114121019-TMSAACEJan12_04507_011322.mp3   We ask MN Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo what to know about walking/driving on frozen lakes in Minnesota. Check out a list of safety tips from the DNR. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220111094007-TMSYYNSouthwestVoicesJan11_04521_011222.mp3   Melody Hoffman, Editor for SouthwestVoices.news joins The Morning Show with a couple of different perspectives on the proposed Hennepin Ave Redesign in Uptown. Learn more and add to the conversation here. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220110082457-TMSAAFEJan10RAW.mp3   Don Fulton is an Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®), Certified Retirement Counselor® (CRC®), and Financial Fitness Coach® (FFC®) with over 15 years of financial experience including employee assistance program, retirement benefit services, and economically vulnerable non-profit settings.   He outlines some tips for setting a personal budget and ways to keep on track in […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220105115859-TMSAACEJan5_04507_010621.mp3   We ask your climate and weather questions to MN Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist. Send them to us! Email reed@jazz88.fm     […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20220104113950-TMSYNNNortheasterJan4_04521_010522.mp3   Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper gives a rundown on plans to renovate Lowry Ave including additional space for bus riders, cyclists and pedestrians. We discuss timelines, location and more. […]

Manny Hill talks with Mageen Caines of the Minneapolis Health Department about the importance of students and their families being tested for Covid-19 with the emergence of the Omicron variant as the students return to school following the winter break. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211216113639-YNNLNMDec16_04538_16Dec21.mp3   We spoke Freelance Journalist Jill Boogren about her recent article appearing in the Longfellow Nokomis Messenger, Southwest Connector and Midway Como Frogtown Monitor that looks into a questionnaire the City of Minneapolis sent to homeowners near George Floyd Square about re-opening the intersection that seems to lack options for the community.   […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211215121947-TMSAACEDec15_04507_121621.mp3   We talk to MN Dept of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo about what a weird and record setting week we are having.   Send in your questions to be featured on an upcoming addition of Ask a Climate Expert, email reed@jazz88.fm […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211210103701-TMSShamariaTrip_04516_122121.mp3   Shamaria Jordan, founder of Black Girl Advocate and part of Minneapolis Public Schools Office of Black Student Achievement highlights the importance of creating space and support for Black girls in our community and how you can help fund their January 2022 trip to Nashville. Find her apparel online at blkgirladvocate.com to support this […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211208103947-TMSAAE120821EDIT.mp3   MN Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo answers all your questions about weather, climate and is it nice enough to grill out this weekend (spoiler in Minnesota the answer is always yes, even in the darkest days of winter) each Wednesday at 8:25 am on The Morning Show. Send in your […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211207122755-AAEImmunoDRKharbanda_04519_120821.mp3   Dr. Anupam Kharbanda of Children’s MN discusses a new report on his research published by the CDC about the impacts of COVID-19 on Immunocompromised adults, some similar effects showing up in kids and why your vaccination helps everyone in the community.   See the CDC report and learn more about vaccines for immunocompromised […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211206104541-AAEDonFulton120621EDIT.mp3   Don Fulton, Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®), Certified Retirement Counselor® (CRC®), and Financial Fitness Coach® (FFC®) with over 15 years of financial experience answers your questions about inflation and highlights some tips to minimize it’s impact on your personal budget.   Don also teaches Money for Two and Smart Money through Minneapolis Public Schools […] […]

Manny Hill talks with Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff on Enrollment season getting underway, available programs for students during the upcoming winter break, and the continued efforts to ensure the health and safety of students and staff at MPS.   […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211124125759-IndeedInterview.mp3   We are proud to be the beneficiary of this week’s (11/25/21) Indeed We Can at Indeed Brewing in Northeast Minneapolis. Tom Whisenand of Indeed joins the Morning Show to talk the benefit’s roots, dark beers and more. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211124123955-AAESewardKarahEDIT.mp3   Karah Barr of Seward Community Co Op joins the morning show with reminders on how to save when cooking for a large group and ideas to freshen up your harvest menu. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211124121731-TMSHKMNNov22_04536_19nov21.mp3 Minnesota received a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to monitor levels of certain chemicals in our kids. The Minnesota Department of Health is teaming with Minneapolis Public Schools and other areas of the state to launch this new program. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211115101904-TMSJavonteAnyabwele_04599_12Nov21.mp3   Javonte Anyabwele, North High Class of ’99 is celebrating his 40th birthday by setting up 9 scholarships for North High students. He talks about how attending North High and HBCU Florida A&M University shaped him and what he hopes to achieve by giving back. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211112095932-TMSVaxSun_04509_12Nov21.mp3   Manager of Experience and Health Equity for Children’s MN, Adriene Thornton joins the Morning Show with details on a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for kids ages 5-11 happening at Children’s MN in Minneapolis on Sunday November 14th from 12pm to 5 pm. You can book a time to get your child vaccinated at childrensmn.org/vaccine-clinic […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211110104351-TMSAAENov10_04507_09Nov21.mp3   MN Dept of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo answers your climate and weather questions. Email them to reed@jazz88.fm. Learn about Thundersnows and what causes them, plus find out when we might see our first flakes. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211109123101-MSULipEsteemEDIT.mp3   Tameka Jones, founder of Lip Esteem and Metropolitan State University Alumni, talks about what inspired her to pursue her degree, starting her own business and the best part of taping for Small Business Revolution airing tonight (Tues Nov 9th) on Hulu.   Join the watch party and panel in the Metropolitan State University […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211105103703-TMSVaxForKids110521.mp3   Manager of Experience and Health Equity, Adriene Thornton of Children’s Minnesota joins The Morning Show to discuss the newly available COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11. Find out what you need to know about shot availability, the most common side effects, and the goal to get kids vaccinated by Christmas. Vaccine finder and more […] […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211102124800-TMSYYNRankedChoiceNov2.mp3   Charlie Rybak, Co-Founder of South West Voices joins The Morning Show to discuss the ranked choice voting process. […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211102100654-TMSNorthEasterYNNNov2.mp3   Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper joins The Morning Show to talk about the role business incubators play and how Gov. Tim Walz recently highlighted on in Northeast Minneapolis. Read more at mynortheaster.com […]

https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20211028102544-TMSAAE102721LuigiRomolo.mp3   MN Department of Natural Resources State Climatologist Luigi Romolo let’s us know what needs to happen for a snow storm to become a blizzard and we revisit that unforgettable storm from 30 years ago. Submit a question for an upcoming segment of Ask a Climate Expert by emailing reed@jazz88.fm […]

  Margo Ashmore of the Northeaster Newspaper joins the Morning Show to talk about their feature on the USPS slow down and why it resulted in protest from Postal Workers downtown. […]

Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff talks with Manny Hill about the effects of the ongoing pandemic on MPS and how it has impacted transportation around the district. […]

Luigi Romolo, State Climatologist with the MN Department of Natural Resources talks about the arrival of Autumnal Equinox, Meteorological vs Astronomical seasons and when you need to think about bringing your plants inside with The Morning Show on Jazz88 […]

  Luigi Romolo spoke with Patty Peterson about why the weather pattern has felt so cool this spring. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210504095554-LuigiromeloMay4.mp3 This interview occurred May 4th, 2021 during the Morning Show with Patty Peterson. […]

Jill Mott is a sommelier at Henry & Son in Minneapolis. She talks about wines that are stored and/or fermented in clay vessels. Tchotiashvili Mtsvane (orange wine)| Kakheti, Republic of Georgia Tchotiashvili Saperavi (red wine) | Kakheti, Republic of Georgia Sant’Or Santameriana (orange wine) | Patras, Greece Pearl Morissette Irreverence (white wine) | Niagara Peninsula, Canada […] […]

State Climatologist Luigi Romolo covers a lot in this conversation with the Morning Show. Volunteer weather observers can help with precipitation observations through CocoRaHS, and you can also train online to become a Skywarn Spotter. If you have climate- or weather-related questions for Luigi, you can reach him here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210330065645-LuigiRomoloTheRainCame.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Mar. 30, […] […]

Stephen Rueff from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design talks about PitchFest, the annual arts entrepreneurship competition. PitchFest is an opportunity for MCAD undergraduates to stretch their creative thinking, consider how they can impact the world, and win some fantastic award money. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210330065306-StephenRueffMCADPitchFest.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Mar. 30, 2021 on the Morning Show with […] […]

Pianist Nachito Herrera pays tribute to the late Chick Corea in a live performance at the Dakota on Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2021. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210329073506-NachitoHerreraTributetoChickCoreaattheDakota.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Mar. 29, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

This is an interesting time to think about how we managed our finances a year ago when the pandemic first got underway and where we are now, as the end of the pandemic is in sight! Joanne Lundberg in LSS Financial Counseling, shares trends she is seeing through her work with others around personal finance […] […]

Jim Bierma (Executive Director of College and Career Readiness) and Derek Francis (Manager of Counseling Services) are counselors with Minneapolis Public Schools. They talk about the upcoming College and Career Readiness Week starting Monday, March 29, 2021. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210326065119-MPSCollegeandCareerReadinessWeek.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Mar. 26, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Davina and the Vagabonds have a show coming up at the Dakota Friday, March 26, 2021. Davina Lozier talks about the upcoming show and her process for writing songs. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210325063918-DavinaandtheVagabondsattheDakota.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Mar. 25 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about what’s new on the Virtual Cinema and the upcoming Cuban Film Festival. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210325063435-CraigRiceMSPFilmCubanFilmFest.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Mar. 25, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

State Climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about much-needed rain for Minnesota and how to become a volunteer weather observer (learn more here). If you have climate- or weather-related questions, you can reach Luigi here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210323065502-LuigiRomoloRain.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Mar. 23, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Margo Ashmore publishes the Northeaster Newspaper for Northeast Minneapolis, Columbia Heights, St. Anthony and Hilltop. She talks about what’s in the newest edition of the paper. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210323065144-MargoAshmoreNENews.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Mar. 23, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Musician and author Mick Sterling has a live performance coming up at the Dakota on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 where he’ll sing and also read passages from his new book, And Else (a version of life according to Mick Sterling). He talks about the upcoming show, writing the book, and his foundation, The 30-Days Foundation. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210322071556-MickSterlingattheDakota.mp3 […] […]

Unemployment has dropped significantly since the start of the pandemic, but looming uncertainty in sectors like entertainment and hospitality have led many of us to consider other career paths moving forward. Sarah Northrup with LSS Employment Services talks about what job-seekers need to know when shifting careers. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210322071157-LSSDailyLivingSarahNorthrupChangingCareersduringapandemic.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Mar. 22, 2021 on […] […]

Author Vicki Toups Sheaffer talks about her new children’s book, Oh Mother How Funny illustrated by Kristie Kaiser Frudden. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210318081500-OhMotherHowFunnyVickiToupsSheafferandKristieKaiserFrudden.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Mar. 18, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Sommelier Jill Mott from Henry & Son talks about new beers from around the world to enjoy in the Twin Cities. Kiuchi Hitochino Nest Saison du Japon Braurei Michael Plank Orval (Trappist Ale) & ORVAL DAY! Carnegie Porter https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210317090718-JillMottJazz88NewBeersandSoulfulStrut.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Mar. 17, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Step Up youth participants practice job interview skills in mock interviews in preparation for summer internships. Interns will have just completed their Step Up work readiness training. Jeremiah Brown from AchieveMpls talks about the process. The virtual interview events are on Monday and Wednesday evenings between March 17 and April 5. Learn more here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210315072654-AchieveMplsJeremiahBrownMockInterviews.mp3 […] […]

Through the pandemic, more Minnesotans are having difficulty making ends meet and securing food for their families. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota has been busy this year with its LSS Meals service providing pop-up meal distribution sites, online meals and expansion of its services. It’s National Nutrition Month in March, and Kristin Schurrer from LSS […] […]

Film publicist Peter Schilling talks about the “odder” films being shown at the Heights Theater, and a special screening at Trylon Cinema. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210312071802-PeterSchillingTrylonCinemanandHeightsTheater.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Mar. 12, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Singer-songwriter Mae Simpson and her band play at the Dakota in a live-streaming event Saturday, March 13 at 7:00 p.m. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210312071340-MaeSimpsonatDakota.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Mar. 12, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

The Minneapolis sibling group, NUNNABOVE, has a live-stream show at the Dakota Friday night. Cadence (lead vocals, bass guitar), Mattie (keys, vocals), Bennett (lead guitar, vocals) and Wisdom (drums, vocals) talk about performing together, creating music and their other artistic hobbies. Currently, Wisdom is working on an animated series about the family called Bob’s World. […] […]

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about new offerings on the Virtual Cinema. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210311071642-MSPFilmSocietyCraigRiceKeepAnEyeOut.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Mar. 11, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will host a free virtual Alzheimer’s educational conference for Minnesotans on Tuesday, March 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. as part of its 2021 national Educating America Tour. The conference, which is free and open to everyone, will allow participants to learn from, and ask questions of, health, […] […]

State Climatologist Luigi Romolo encourages listeners to join CoCoRaHS, the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network. Volunteer weather observers collect precipitation data and other information to help accuracy. If you have weather- or climate-related questions for Luigi, you can reach him here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210309071628-LuigiRomoloCoCoRaHSMarchMadness.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Mar. 09, 2021 on the Morning Show with […] […]

Margo Ashmore is the publisher of the Northeaster Newspaper, she talks about what’s happening in that area of Minneapolis over the next few weeks. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210309071235-MargoAshmoreNortheasterNewspaper.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Mar. 09, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

The pandemic has been mentally challenging for all of us, but the isolation can have an especially strong effect on children – many of whom have spent many months away from friends and their normal routine. Erin Waterbury with LSS Behavioral Health talks about how we can best support the kids and young people in […] […]

Experience Jazz is a genre-bridging music ensemble program for instrumentalists, vocalists, rappers, DJs and other aspiring musical artists. The goal of this program is to foster creativity and collaboration by bringing together aspiring artists from diverse backgrounds with a common desire to make new music rooted in jazz, blues, pop and hip-hop. Learn about the […] […]

Corky Siegel and his Chamber Blues ensemble have a show Saturday night (March 6, 2021) called EXTRAVAGANZA featuring several special guest artists. Learn about registering for the free event here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210305070721-CorkySiegelChamberBluesEXTRAVAGANZA.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Mar. 05, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Superintendent Ed Graff from Minneapolis Public Schools talks about secondary students returning to in-person learning. Learn more about important dates and deadlines here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210305070035-MPSSuptEdGraffSecondaryReturnInPersonLearning.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Mar. 05, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Sommelier Jill Mott from Henry & Son talks about Sauvignon Blanc, and highlights the work of one of her favorite female winemakers in honor of Women’s History Month. Bodkin Cuvée Agincourt Brut sparking Sauvignon Blanc Oenogenesis Mataroa skin-fermented Sauvignon Blanc Deirdre Heekin | La Garagista wines https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210304071557-JillMottSauvignonblanc.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Mar. 04, 2021 on the […] […]

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about the Italian Film Festival and what’s new on the Virtual Cinema. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210304071127-CraigRiceMSPFilmItalianFilmFestending.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Mar. 04, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Kate Roberts, Exhibit Developer for the MN Historical Society, talks about the new exhibit Extraordinary Women, opening March 6th. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210303081551-KateRobertsExtraordinaryWomenMNHistoricalSociety.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Mar. 03, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

If you’re caring for a loved one, possibly with a disability or an older adult, there is an option under the Home and Community Based Waiver program through the State of Minnesota that gives individuals control and choice to direct their own services. It’s called Consumer Directed Community Supports and Tory Merhar with PICS, a […] […]

Film publicist Peter Schilling talks about some of the films showing for the Italian Film Festival, and a new book from someone at the Trylon Cinema that celebrates the 25th anniversary of the film, Fargo. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210224124852-PeterSchillingItalianFilmFestandTrylonCelebrates25yearsofFargo.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Dance troupe Rhythmically Speaking has a new show this weekend called RadioBody: The Screendance Iteration featuring Radiohead covers done by guitarist Mike Lauer. Artistic Director Erinn Liebhard talks about the show. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210224074547-ErinnLiebhardRhythmicallySpeakingRadioBodyTheScreendanceIteration.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

State Climatologist Luigi Romolo answers a listener’s question about hot air rising. If you have weather- or climate-related questions for Luigi, you can reach him here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210223071214-LuigiRomoloHotAirRising.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Margo Ashmore from the Northeaster Newspaper updates the news over the last two weeks and talks about upcoming events. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210223070344-MargoAshmoreNENews.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

MNspin is a resource provided by the Hennepin County Library to provide Minnesota musicians with a stipend and a space to share their music with the world. The submissions window is now open, and Jeff Radford talks about the process. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210222073548-JeffRadfordMNspinfromHCLIBSubmissionsWindow.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Ashley Grell is the Step Up Manager of Employer Engagement from AchieveMpls. She talks about the Step Up 2021 Kick-Off event on Feb. 24 for employers seeking student interns. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210222070717-AshleyGrellStepUpAchieveMpls.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Shannon Doyle is from LSS Financial Counseling. She talks about the latest extension for those repaying student loans. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210222065341-LSSDailyLivingShannonDoyleStudentLoans.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Feb. 22, 2o21 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Gospel singer Robert Robinson celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. and Black History Month live at the Dakota on Sunday, Feb. 21. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210219071702-RobertRobinsonCelebratesMLKandBlackHistoryMonthattheDakota.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

The President and CEO of Jeremiah Program, Chastity Lord, talks about how they help single mothers and their children. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210219070331-JeremiahProgramCEOandPresidentChastityLord.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about a new series of short films called Our Right To Gaze: Black Film Identities, along with new offerings in the Virtual Cinema. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210218070251-CraigRiceMSPFilmOurRightToGaze.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese.   […]

State climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about warming temperatures and how this stretch of cold stacks up to other frigid February months in Minnesota’s recorded history. You can reach Luigi with your weather- and climate-related questions here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210217071252-StateClimatologistLuigiRomoloColdSnap.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Last fall, Governor Tim Walz announced that funding would be available through a new Minnesota’s COVID-19 Relief Fund to help renters and homeowners who had fallen behind on rent, mortgage or other housing costs. That program, called the Covid-19 Housing Assistance Program, ended in December. But Congress approved funds for emergency rental assistance that will […] […]

Prudence Johnson and Dan Chouinard have four shows coming up at Crooners Supper Club in the Dunsmore Room Saturday, Feb. 13 and Sunday, Feb. 14. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210212072155-PrudenceJohnsonDanChouinardLoveSongsatCrooners.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Sara Eugene from Minneapolis Public Schools’ Culinary and Wellness Services talks about free meals available to students at these locations during the pandemic, whether students are learning in person or from a distance. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210212071514-SaraEugeneMPSCulinaryandWellnessServices.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese.   […]

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about a new viewing opportunity called Our Right To Gaze, a series of short films by black filmmakers. He also updates us on what’s showing on the Virtual Cinema. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210211071351-CraigRiceMSPFilmOurRightToGaze.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Joyann Parker talks about her new album “Out of the Dark” and the upcoming album release show at The Dakota this weekend. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210210071324-JoyannParkerOutoftheDarkalbumreleaseatTheDakota.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Margo Ashmore is the publisher of the Northeaster Newspaper and she gives us an update on news in Northeast Minneapolis. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210209065423-MargoAshmoreNortheasterNewspaper.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Feb. 09, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Stages Theatre Co. continues its out-of-the-box offerings for families with Stone Soup. Artistic Director Sandy Boren-Barrett talks about the show. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210208071754-StoneSoupatStagesTheatreCoSandyBorenBarrett.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Feb. 08, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

With Valentine’s Day approaching, Kay Kinkel from LSS Behavioral Health talks about healthy relationships. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210208071404-LSSDailyLivingKayKinkelHealthyRelationships.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Feb. 08, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Minnesota’s Maud Hixson celebrates music associated with Judy Garland at Crooners Supper Club Saturday, Feb. 6 at 5:30 p.m. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210204071714-MaudHixsonRickCarlsonJudyGarlandatCrooners.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Feb. 04, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about which films are part of the Great Northern Festival, and what’s new on the Virtual Cinema. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210204071259-CraigRiceGreatNorthernFestivalcontinues.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Feb. 04, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Sommelier Jill Mott from Henry & Son talks about classic wines with a twist, and why they remind her of a certain jazz artist. Céline & Laurent Tripoz Montesecondo Il Rospo Clot de les Soleres Cabernet Sauvignon (amphora) https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210203070221-SommelierJillMottChardonnayCabernetandDaveBrubeck.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Feb. 03, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese.   […]

Superintendent Ed Graff from Minneapolis Public Schools talks about a return to in-person learning for elementary grades and an upcoming Virtual Q&A. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210203065334-MPSSuptEdGraffonareturntoinpersonlearning.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Feb. 03, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow today, indicating another 6 weeks of winter. State Climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about the tradition and Phil’s accuracy. If you have weather- or climate-related questions for Luigi, you can reach him here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210202080311-LuigiRomoloGroundhogDay.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Feb. 02, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Kim Miller with LSS Financial Counseling talks about how the pandemic is affecting our spending and personal finances – just as holiday credit card bills are coming due. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210201064749-LSSDailyLivingKimMillerPersonalFinanceduringthepandemic.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Feb. 01, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Peter Schilling talks about two film series that are starting at the Heights Theater. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210129081254-PeterSchillingHeightsTheaterNoirfestandChristmasfest.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Jan. 29, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about which films are showing as part of The Great Northern Festival, and what’s new on the Virtual Cinema. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210128071439-CraigRiceMSPFilmTheGreatNorthernandVirtualCinemaupdate.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Pianist/vocalist Karrin Allyson returns to Crooners for two shows this weekend. She talks about being on the road, master classes, and the late Debbie Duncan. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210127070225-KarrinAllysonCrooners.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Cia Sautter, artistic director of Storydance Theater, talks about an upcoming virtual event, The Garden: A Refuge, featuring music, poetry, dance and more. The event is Saturday, Jan. 30 and you can learn more on Storydance Theater’s Facebook page. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210127064438-CiaSautterTheGardenProjectForTreesandHope.mp3 Originally aired Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese.   […]

State Climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about the warmer-than-average January, despite cooler temps this week. You can send your weather- and climate-related questions to Luigi here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210126071950-LuigiRomoloNiceJanuary.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Margo Ashmore, publisher of the Northeaster News, talks about news in Northeast Minneapolis. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210126071255-MargoAshmoreNENews.mp3 Originally aired Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Allycia Wolff from LSS talks about Supported Decision Making, and how it differs from conservatorship or guardianship. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210125071437-LSSDailyLIvingSupportedDecisionMakingAllyciaWolff.mp3 Originally aired Monday, Jan. 25, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Phil Gwoke is the Managing Director of Bridgeworks, a company that’s been bridging generational divides for decades. He talks about a series of seminars available now to Minneapolis educators and Twin Cities employers. This series was sponsored by the Career & Technical Education division of Minneapolis Public Schools. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210122072024-PhilGwokeBridgeworksReconnectingGenerationsofDiversity.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Jan. 22, 2021 […] […]

Wanda Felder from Minneapolis Public Schools talks about registering for in-person learning in February, and registering students for the fall. Learn more here. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210122071158-WandaFelderMPSEarlyChildhoodEdRegistration.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Jan. 22, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese.     […]

Sommelier Jill Mott from Henry & Son talks about Ben Webster and winter wines. Matthiasson Cali sparkling Petite Sirah Alumbro Clarete (Spanish, dark, rosé pet nat) Sumenjak Alter (Slovenian, orange wine) https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210121071642-JillMottJazz88BillWebsterandwinterwines.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about new offerings on the Virtual Cinema, and the films that are a part of the upcoming The Great Northern Festival. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210121071255-CraigRiceMSPFilmandTheGreatNorthernFestival.mp3 Originally aired Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 on the Morning Show with Emily Reese. […]

Film publicist Peter Schilling talks about the Sundance Film Festival screenings at Riverview Theater, a series at Moon Palace Books celebrating books turned into film/tv, and new screenings at the Trylon Cinema celebrating the creative relationship between actor Tom Hanks and director Penny Marshall. https://kbem-od.streamguys1.com/kbem/20210115082648-SundanceFilmsatRiverviewTrylonReopensMoonPalaceBooksQueensGambit.mp3 Originally aired Friday, Jan. 15, 2021 on the Morning Show […] […]