AM 950

Ever feel like your brain is a browser with 47 tabs open, and three of them are playing music you can’t find? If money is the background noise that never quite stops—even when you aren’t shopping or paying bills—you aren’t broken. You’re just stuck in a Money Stress Loop.

In this episode of the Do.Different.Better. Show, Y. Elaine Rasmussen dives into the mechanics of financial rumination. She explains why high performers, business owners, and the “responsible ones” in the family are often the most prone to looping, and how that constant mental rehearsal is actually a “chaos tax” on your productivity and peace of mind.

You’ll learn:

Planning vs. Rumination: How to tell if you’re actually solving a problem or just running on a mental treadmill.

The 5 Loop Fuels: Identifying the specific triggers—like unknowns, volatility, and over-responsibility—that keep your stress alive.

Your Wealth Identity’s Loop: Whether you’re a Builder, Caretaker, Maximizer, or Minimalist Strategist, your stress has a specific “signature” you can name and neutralize.

The 10-Minute Money Scan: A low-friction reconnaissance tool to replace “I don’t know” with “I know enough for this week.”

The Power of a Money Cadence: Why a weekly 10-minute reset is the ultimate “loop interrupt” for your nervous system.

Stop treating every bill like a fire drill and move your finances out of emergency mode. It’s time to turn down the signal of stress so your brain can finally let your money go.

If this episode helped you name the loop you’ve been stuck in, let us know.

Subscribe for weekly episodes on money, power, and possibility.

Follow @DoDifferentBetter on Instagram & LinkedIn.

Explore more resources at DoDifferentBetter.com.

#MoneyStress #FinancialClarity #WealthIdentity #DoDifferentBetter #HighPerformers #MindfulMoney #FinancialWellness #MoneyManagement #EntrepreneurLife #PersonalFinance

The post Do Different Better – Ep. 93: Escaping the Money Stress Loop first appeared on AM 950.

In this episode of RECkoning with Real Estate, REC agent Meghan Howard sits down with AsaleSol Young, Executive Director of Housing in Action in Minneapolis.

Listen in to explore Housing in Action’s mission to build not just housing, but community. From developing and owning apartments, advancing policy work, to creating pathways to homeownership, Housing in Action operates from a clear belief that housing and “home” is a human right. As AsaleSol shares, “stabilization is foundational,” and that principle shapes everything they do.

Learn about Housing in Action’s “Homeownership Pathway Program,” which connects individuals not just to a house, but to a supportive community that helps them to thrive. With more than 100 homes built across Minneapolis and new efforts underway, like a housing cooperative and cluster developments, this much-needed conversation highlights what it looks like to create lasting, community-centered change.

Stay tuned for Part two next week!  Find us at therecollab.com

Extras:

Housing in Action

Calendar of events and volunteer opportunities with Housing in Action

2025 MN housing Profile for housing data and affordability

REC blog: Legalize Starter Home

Thank you to our Sponsors!

Matt Berna @ Bell Bank Mortgage

Ben Feldman @ Active Insurance Solutions

The post RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 27, Pt 1 of 2: Housing in Action is Building Community in Minneapolis first appeared on AM 950.

Ever feel like you’ve hit a wall or are ready to jump out of your skin when stress hits? You might be sliding out of your “Window of Tolerance.” Join Becky McNattin and guest host Amanda Sullivan as they explore how our past shapes our capacity to cope and why being “regulated” isn’t just about being calm. Tune in to learn practical, body-based tools—from temperature shifts to finding “glimmers”—to help you widen your window and navigate life’s messy moments.

The post Feels Out Loud – Ep. 59: The Window of Tolerance first appeared on AM 950.

Caddy Frink and Eli York dive into the vibrant world of finding new hobbies and activities during the recovery journey. They share a massive list of local Minnesota gems, from exploring the Minneapolis Institute of Art to hitting the pickleball courts at the YMCA. It’s an encouraging conversation about breaking out of old routines, building fresh communities, and embracing the slightly scary but rewarding experience of trying something new.

#RecoveryJourney #MinnesotaCommunity #SoberHobbies #RedefiningRecovery #CommunityConnection #MinneapolisArt #PickleballRecovery #SoberLiving #MentalHealthMatters #NewBeginnings

The post Redefining Recovery – Ep. 94: Breaking the Cycle by Discovering New Passions first appeared on AM 950.

Join Paul Metsa on the latest episode of the Wall of Power Radio Hour as he chats with Native American musician Keith Secola about his journey from the Iron Range to performing at the Olympics and major venues worldwide. The two discuss the inspiration behind Keith’s “Native Americana” style and the stories of resilience woven into tracks like “NDN Cars” and “Say Your Name”. It’s a soulful deep dive into the long game of songwriting, featuring memories of legendary collaborations and the shared history of Minnesota’s vibrant music scene.

#NativeAmericana #KeithSecola #PaulMetsa #WallOfPower #IndigenousMusic #MinnesotaMusic #NDNCars #NativeAmericanArtists #RootsRock #PodcastLife

The post Wall of Power Radio Hour – March 7, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Dr. Stefano Sinicropi dives deep into the world of peptides and why you absolutely need a medical pro in your corner before trying them out. He breaks down the real science behind brain recovery, highlighting why simple staples like Vitamin D and Creatine are total game-changers for healing concussions. It’s all about taking the wheel as the CEO of your own health and cutting through the “snake oil” noise to find what actually works.

#RechargingTheHumanBattery #DrStefanoSinicropi #PeptideScience #BrainHealth #Biohacking #HolisticHealing #ConcussionRecovery #Mitochondria #HealthIndependence #RegenerativeMedicine

The post Recharging the Human Battery – Ep. 58: Peptides and Brain Recovery first appeared on AM 950.

Philip Anthony is joined by his co-hosts Austin and Matt to discuss current events and LGBTQ+ concerns.

The post Downright Upright Show – Ep. 161: Co-Host Show No. 23 first appeared on AM 950.

This week’s Big Story is a heavy one as we look at the literal onslaught of anti-trans legislation sweeping through statehouses and even reaching the Supreme Court. We’re tracking over 700 bills—from Utah’s move to allow housing discrimination to Wisconsin’s attack on trans students’ names. It is a firehose of oppression, but we aren’t backing down.

For the Big Interview, I’m checking back in with Isaac Johnson from the Trans Lawrence Coalition in Kansas. We’re diving into the fallout of SB 244, a law that is systematically stripping trans Kansans of their legal identities by forcing them to revert their driver’s licenses and birth certificates. Isaac shares the fear and uncertainty on the ground, but also the beautiful way the community is coming together to fundraise and support those who feel forced to flee the state.

In News Bites, I’m calling out the latest “child abuse” labels being slapped on gender-affirming therapy in Texas and the ways Scouting America is being pressured to backtrack on inclusivity. Finally, in Random Acts, I’m sharing some joy from my recent book signings and getting ready for a meaningful trip to Iowa to visit my friend Pastor Luke Stringer.

#TransRights #KSLeg #EllieKrug #LGBTQAdvocacy #TransJoy #LegalIdentity #HumanRights #CommunityResistance #GenderVariant #EqualityNow

The post The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 66: The Fight for Identity and Resistance in Kansas first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston and Alicia Aragon break down the surprisingly charming book, The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning. They dive into how starting this process early—like in your sixties—isn’t just about clearing out clutter; it’s a beautiful way to gift your loved ones a legacy instead of a burden. Whether it’s selling off jewelry to avoid family squabbles or finding new homes for your collections, the girls make the whole concept feel less like a chore and more like a celebratory final party for your belongings.

#SwedishDeathCleaning #LegacyLifting #DeclutterYourLife #HomeOrganization #ColleenWaterston #SpaceBySpace #GentleArtOfOrganizing #EndOfLifePlanning #MinimalistLiving #SortingThroughLife

The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 10: The Art of Swedish Death Cleaning first appeared on AM 950.

Laurie Fitz sits down with the team behind the Great American Think-off in New York Mills, Minnesota, to dive into the art of civil discourse. They’re tackling this year’s massive question—whether our constant pursuit of happiness is actually making us miserable—and chatting with past winners about how deep thinking can bring a community together. If you’ve got an opinion on the American experiment and want to sharpen your debate skills, listen in to find out how you can submit your own essay before the April deadline.

#ConnectionsRadio #GreatAmericanThinkOff #CivilDiscourse #NewYorkMills #PursuitOfHappiness #MinnesotaCulture #PhilosophyDebate #CommunityConversation #CriticalThinking #LaurieFitz

The post Connections Radio – March 7, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.