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Trump military strikes in major US cities; Operation Cluster update; Joan Esposito joins; sports gambling; Brett with Patrick Coolican; Republicans not spending campaign money in Minnesota; inaccurate polls; Republicans dumb ideas to bring down diesel prices

Brett and Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer, is back! This week they talk about Republicans not investing campaign money in Minnesota, Klobuchar’s take down of Eric Schmitt, legislative races and more. Read more at: https://minnesotareformer.com/

Matt was joined by WCPT’s Joan Esposito (weekdays 2-5 PM). They critiqued the mainstream media for failing to adequately cover Donald Trump’s flaws and talked about not entertaining right-wing misinformation on the air.

Robert is joined by Misko Wyatt Pickner from the American Indian Cancer Foundation and Wendy will join tonight

Illness Updates Marco Rubio stated they are “monitoring” the death of a Russian Worker at the Plague lab.

The GailyShow 10.5.2026

This week is an Ellie talking head show! I address the “firehose of bad news” weighing on our community, taking a moment to honor the incredible grit and resilience of transgender folks navigating this current landscape. I then shift to some uplifting news, highlighting a powerful act of allyship from WNBA Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve, who recently wore a “Trans Kids Belong” shirt and took a bold public stand for trans youth. Later, I dive into Chris Geidner’s crucial reporting on the Law Dork blog, dissecting a deeply disturbing effort by the Department of Justice and the Bureau of Prisons to deny gender-affirming care to federal inmates and erase trans existence within the legal system. Finally, I wrap up the episode with an update on a rural Minnesota school district getting sued over a rainbow ban, and remind you that I will never stop fighting for you.

Paul Metsa catches up with longtime friend, author, and musician Jim Walsh to dig into the release of Jim’s brand new record, One Brave Thing. The two swap stories from the trenches of the Minneapolis music scene, remembering legendary local venues and the city’s influential DIY punk roots. Jim also shares how major historical moments, including the 1934 truckers’ strike and the 2020 uprising, directly shaped his latest songwriting.

Laurie Fitz chats with local organizers, artists and creators to explore the magic behind the upcoming St. Paul Art Crawl. From vibrant student showcases and Indigenous cultural hubs to intimate home galleries, you will get a sneak peek at the incredible variety of talent on display. The St. Paul Art Crawl is Oct. 16-18. Find more at: https://www.stpaulartcollective.org/spac-spring-art-crawl-2026

Philip Anthony is joined by his regular co-host Austin for a view from 10,000 feet of the myriad of MAGA bile being spewed by this administration.