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This episode originally aired January 31, 2026:

Host Laurie Fitz visits with MN DFL Voices from Greater Minnesota and the Metro to talk about issues, pros and cons, surrounding Data Centers. Drawing on research and wide-ranging conversations, our panelists include: Jonathon Rehlander – Minnesota House Candidate for 39A and Co-host for our Data Center discussion, Johnnie Forrest retired IUPAT Local 106 & SD7 DFL Chair, Susan Herder – Secretary for SD 59 and Humphrey School Student, and Jack Carlson Duluth Building & Construction Trades President. A great discussion on important issues to consider when building policies regarding Data Centers future in Minnesota.

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Philip Anthony sits down with Aaron Klemz, a former educator and radio host turned candidate, to dig into the real issues that affect our daily lives in Minnesota. Aaron is running for MN State House in District 39A, which encompasses Fridley, Spring Lake Park and parts of Columbia Heights. They dive deep into why the Minnesota Health Plan is a total game-changer for families and share some pretty powerful stories about the fight for clean water and trans rights. It’s a candid look at how we can actually deliver for the people by getting big money out of healthcare and standing up to political bullies.

#DownrightUpright #PhilipAnthony #AaronKlemz #MNPolitics #HealthcareForAll #ProgressiveVoices #CleanWaterMN #TransRightsAreHumanRights #MinnesotaStateHouse #CommunityFirst

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This episode originally aired February 1, 2026:

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Ben Feldman. This is an encore episode that was aired previously, but that we thought important enough to re-run! Ben is one of the owners of Active Insurance Solutions, an independently owned insurance company. In this episode, we unpack often-overlooked parts of homeowners insurance, including roof coverage, minimum deductibles, and common add-ons/endorsements. These details don’t come up often, but they’re helpful to understand ahead of time, before it may be too late. Find us at therecollab.com

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Ben Feldman – Partner of Active Insurance Solutions out of Chanhassen

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AI Solutions Blog: How to protect your property for severe weather

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In this week’s Big Story, I dive into the Department of Justice’s chilling “fishing expedition” against 36 Illinois school districts for the “crime” of protecting trans students’ rights and fostering inclusive classrooms. It’s a blatant federal overreach aimed at intimidating school officials and erasing our community from public life. I am then joined by the incomparable Patti Vasquez, host of Driving it Home with Patti Vasquez on WCPT and AM950, to discuss the creeping tide of fascism and the vital importance of true allyship in these turbulent times. In News Bites, we cover the DOJ’s investigation into Smith College for the audacity of admitting trans women, and the heartbreaking new data from The Trevor Project regarding the mental health crisis facing our youth. Finally, in Random Acts, I share a story from a book club in Excelsior, Minnesota, where a gentleman named Chad reminded me how deeply our stories can ripple through the world.

#TransRights #Allyship #IllinoisSchools #SocialJustice #Equality #PattyVasquez #LGBTQAdvocacy #TitleIX #TrevorProject #IllegalTransWoman

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This episode originally aired March 1, 2026:

Ever feel like your money life has 37 tabs open, and half of them are playing music you can’t find?

If you’re a high earner who feels like you’re doing “everything right” but still finds yourself blindsided by a recurring app subscription or a late fee you definitely didn’t see coming, you aren’t irresponsible—you’re overloaded.

In this episode of the Do.Different.Better Show, Y. Elaine Rasmussen breaks down why money disorganization isn’t neutral. It’s a “chaos tax” that steals your time, attention, and decision quality. More importantly, she gives you the actual operations manual to stop the bleeding.

You’ll learn:

The 5 Chaos Taxes: How disorganization steals more than just dollars (think: opportunity and energy).

The 4-Pile Triage Method: How to categorize your bills to find instant clarity without the shame.

Building Your Anchors: Why you need one primary checking account and a “List of 8” to make finances predictable.

The Command Center: How to create a single-page source of truth that answers “what’s coming in and what’s going out.”

The Weekly 10-Minute Reset: A routine to stop treating every bill like a fire drill.

This episode is for the high performer who has a system for their clients and their career but is still running their personal finances on “vibes and last-minute heroics.” It’s time to move money out of emergency mode and into a rhythm that actually works for you.

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#MoneyChaos #WealthBuilding #FinancialClarity #DoDifferentBetter #HENRYs #PersonalFinance #MoneyManagement #Productivity #SmallBusinessWealth #WealthIdentity

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Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp are back behind the mic to celebrate the life and legacy of recovery pioneer Nell Hurley while sharing some big inspiration from the recent Marco summit. They dive into the “backpack” analogy for early recovery and discuss why finding your own unique pathway—whether it’s baking bread or joining a support group—is the real secret sauce to staying well. It’s a heartfelt look at the power of community and the many ways we can support each other through the steep incline of healing.

#RecoveryRevolution #NellHurley #PeerSupport #MentalHealth #MarcoSummit #RecoveryPathways #Healing #SoberLife #CommunityConnection #RedefiningRecovery

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Bruce Klopfleisch dives into the recent Supreme Court decision on Louisiana’s redistricting, explaining why he believes it effectively legalizes racism in American map-making. He breaks down the shift from Section 5 to Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and the “reverse discrimination” claims that led the court to weaken protections for minority voters.

#PoliticsMatters #BruceKlopfleisch #SupremeCourt #Gerrymandering #VotingRightsAct #Louisiana #Section2 #Democracy #VotingRights #LegalAnalysis

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Colleen Waterston sits down with Remento co-founder Charlie Greene to dive into the magic of capturing life’s best stories before they slip away. They talk about how a simple weekly prompt can turn into a beautiful legacy book, complete with audio clips that let you hear a loved one’s voice whenever you want. It’s an inspiring look at how technology can actually bring families closer together and help us cherish the people who matter most. Learn more at https://www.remento.co/

#SortingThroughLife #Remento #LegacyBuilding #FamilyStories #Storytelling #MemoryPreservation #MothersDay #PersonalHistory #LegacyBooks #ColleenWaterston

The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 19: The Art of Preserving Memories with Remento Co-Founder Charlie Greene first appeared on AM 950.

Join TanyaMarck and Nick from Queer Spirit as we explore ways to find and connect to community in innovative ways. Let’s think outside the box to explore care and share in community.

Queer Spirit (QS) is a grassroots non-profit charitable organization. They are space holders who offer care-centered + inclusive virtual spaces centering Queers + Allies. Since 2018 QS has been providing free support and care globally via virtual care circles and the QS podcast.

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Jenny Matthews, licensed mental health therapist and owner of State of Mind Therapy in the Twin Cities, joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” to discuss how a fear of flying can limit opportunities for travel, connection, and meaningful life experiences.

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