AM 950

In the second part of this two-part series, Katrina Simon sits down with Linda Wolford from the Minnesota Council on Disability to dig into the real story behind “enhanced rate” for personal care assistants in Minnesota. Linda clarifies how this policy actually came to be through the hard work of disability activists rather than the union, highlighting the ongoing struggle to make sure caregivers are fairly compensated for higher levels of care. It’s a powerful conversation about the history of disability activism and why it’s so important for people to stay vocal and engaged with their legislators to protect essential services.

#DisabilityRights #MinnesotaActivism #EnhancedRate #InclusiveCare #BoldlyChallengingAbleism #DisabilityJustice #AdvocacyInAction #PCA #CommunitySupport #KatrinaSimon

The post Boldly Challenging Ableism – S2 E8: A Decades Long Legacy of Advocacy with Linda Wolford (Pt 2 of 2) first appeared on AM 950.

We’re back with Paige, Marc, and Taylor, continuing the conversation around what it really means to be a “Realtor®” versus a real estate agent, and sharing more about how REC came to be. Listen in to hear how REC was strengthened through underappreciated activism and a distaste for the industry, its branding, and what it stands for. We introduce the idea of a “REC agent,” which is our version of a real estate agent that still handles all the same responsibilities, but with a different approach. REC agents stay away from rigid systems; we question pricing and industry norms; we make sure to listen deeply, and show up as full-service without the inflated price tag. We’re choosing to slow down even though it might mean taking potential losses, because we actually care about the people we’re working with instead of just following a script. And to be clear, we do not want to criticize individual agents, we are challenging the industry, the associations, and the brand as a whole. At REC, we just want to ask the questions, and keep pushing on the ones that have gone unasked for far too long. Find us at theRECollab.com

Thank you to our Sponsors!

The post RECkoning with Real Estate – EP. 33: Now Debuting: The “REC Agent!” first appeared on AM 950.

Laurie Fitz visits with the incredibly talented songwriter and advocate Joe Begalkie to dive into the beautiful ways music helps us celebrate Autism Acceptance Month. Joined by music producer Mark Worple and nurse Kelly, the group shares the heartfelt story behind Joe’s song “Side by Side” and explains why shifting the focus from simple awareness to true acceptance is so vital. From Joe’s award-winning journey in Nashville to his hands-on work training local police in Red Wing, you’ll hear how these deep connections are breaking down stigmas and building a much more inclusive community for everyone.

#AutismAcceptanceMonth #ConnectionsRadio #JoeBegalkie #SideBySide #MusicHeals #Neurodiversity #RedWingMN #LaurieFitz #AutismAdvocacy #CommunityConnections

The post Connections Radio – April 18, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

You can be a high earner and still feel financially tight. If you’ve ever thought, ‘Why do high earners still feel broke?’—this episode answers it with clarity, not judgment.

In this episode, Elaine introduces the Optionality Score, a quick diagnostic that measures how flexible your life really is over the next 90 days across four areas: cash, time, income, and decision-making. You’ll identify what’s quietly killing your optionality (fixed costs, stacked obligations, thin buffers, constant second-guessing) and walk away with a simple 30-day plan: one quick win + one big lever to buy back freedom fast—without financial overwhelm.

You’ll learn:

– What “financial optionality” actually means (and why it matters more than income)

Get the tools: Download the Optionality Score worksheet + take the Wealth Identity Quiz (money personality quiz) on the website.

Watch the deep dive: Full walkthrough on YouTube.

The post Do Different Better – Ep. 99: Your Optionality Score: How Flexible Is Your Life in the Next 90 Days? first appeared on AM 950.

Do you have questions you’ve been afraid to ask about therapy, or wondering about questions you can ask your therapist? Becky and Tara answer questions about therapy from listeners in this episode of Feels Out Loud.

The post Feels Out Loud – Ep. 65: Becky and Tara Answer Your Questions first appeared on AM 950.

Philip Anthony is joined by the Director of Development & Communications at OutFront Minnesota, Seth Goodspeed.

The post Downright Upright Show- Ep. 167: Director of Development & Communications at OutFront Minnesota, Seth Goodspeed first appeared on AM 950.

This week’s Big Story is a groundbreaking look at a legal win for our community in Big Sky Country. I break down a massive Montana Supreme Court decision that upholds the state constitution’s promise of individual dignity, proving that trans discrimination is—at its core—sex discrimination. The Big Interview features Sarah Waller from Big Hill Books and novelist Swathee Avasthi, the leader of Authors Against Book Bans. We discuss the deceptive “Stop the Sexualization of Children Act” and the vital need for young people to see their own lived experiences reflected in literature. In Random Acts, I celebrate a year of my solo protests in Chaska and share a heartwarming note from a local teacher that reminded me why bridging the divide matters so much.

#TransRights #IndividualDignity #MontanaLaw #AuthorsAgainstBookBans #EndBookBans #TransAdvocacy #LegalTransWoman #HumanRights #MinnesotaResistance #ProtectTransYouth

The post The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 72: Montana Upholds Individual Dignity and Book Bans first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston sits down with Rachel Schromen of Schromen Law to break down why estate planning isn’t just for the elderly and how we can normalize the conversation around our legacies. They dive into the essential documents everyone over 18 needs to have in place to protect themselves and their loved ones from the unexpected. It’s all about lifting the burden from your family by getting your physical and legal ducks in a row long before you actually need to.

#EstatePlanning #LegacyLifting #HomeOrganization #WillsAndTrusts #ColleenWaterston #RachelShroman #SortingThroughLife #Adulting101 #FamilyLegacy #MinnesotaLiving

The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 16: Why Estate Planning Matters at Every Single Stage of Life first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston, founder of Space by Space Organizing, joins host Ken Haglind on Living Healthy and Aging Well radio show to share her belief that a clear space helps free the mind. Colleen and her team of compassionate organizers get creative to help people “get out of their own way” and live their best lives. With professional organizing being an ever-evolving and increasingly popular industry, Colleen is continuously growing her business and leaning into offerings that recognize the needs of aging, evaluating the “stuff” of someone’s lifetime, and connecting with relevant family members on the items their loved ones kept.

For more information, visit https://www.spacebyspaceorganizing.com/.

The post Living Healthy and Aging Well – April 18, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.

Robert Pilot is diving deep into the recent Senate vote that threatens the Boundary Waters and talking with State Senator Mary Kunesh about the urgent need for “Prove It First” mining legislation. Between updates on education funding and school trust lands, we get an inspiring look at the mission to rescue 2,000 beagles over in Wisconsin. Plus, Bob Blake joins the conversation to remind us why protecting our natural resources from toxic mining is a fight we can’t afford to lose.

#NativeRootsRadio #RobertPilot #BoundaryWaters #WaterProtectors #IndigenousNews #MaryKunesh #MiningReform #SolarBear #MinnesotaPolitics #EnvironmentalJustice

The post Native Roots Radio – April 17, 2026 first appeared on AM 950.