We continue to bring you conversations where people from different ideologies listen and converse with civility. Dig Deep is a podcast and radio feature that aims to model some good behavior in our world. It features liberal Aaron Brown - an author, blogger, newspaper columnist, podcaster and instructor at Hibbing Community College from Balsam Township. And Chuck Marohn - CEO and founder of Strong Towns - also an author, podcaster and blogger from Brainerd. Dig Deep is made possible in part by

Jeff Foster is an AP government and politics teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. He joins Heidi and John to talk about his new book “For Which We Stand: How Our Government Works and Why It Matters”. Jeff emphasizes that it is so important for everyone to understand our government, from ages 4 to 84. This book was written for middle school students all the way up to their parents, informing you not only how the government works but what you can do as a citizen.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins Heidi and John on the Friday Morning Show to talk about the upcoming elections. With more people voting by mail because of Covid-19, Attorney General Ellison assures us he is confident in the Minnesota election system being secure and safe and he encourages people to vote by mail. He talks about voter intimidation, voting disinformation and he urges people to make voting a family tradition. If you have questions or to report a complaint you can call

A statewide conversation with Minnesota’s Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan. It is a time for all of us to learn about the State of Minnesota's response to this COVID-19 pandemic. This week the Lt Governor talked about the recently passed bonding bill and appointments to CAAPB task force. Plus, listener questions about Halloween, Thanksgiving and expanding saliva testing sites. If you didn’t get a chance to send or call in your question this week email [email protected] or call 612-562-9895.

Each week Marshall Helmberger, editor and publisher of the Timberjay newspaper, joins Heidi for Border News Roundup. This week they talk about the impacts of Covid-19 when it comes to congregate living and how the state is adjusting guidelines on visiting these homes. Marshall tell us about a 13-year-old stabbing victim in Ely, two area school districts being investigated for promotion of bond referendums using tax payers dollars and he explains what the Annual Winter Finch Forecast is and how

Fred Freidman and Kyle Erickson join John Bauer on the Thursday Morning Show for Sports Page. This week they rehash the Vikings game, talk about baseball playoffs and discuss how the absence of fans in the stands has effected the game. They share memories of the legendary Chisolm coach Bob McDonald who died recently at age 87 and reminisce about the six hall of famers who we have lost in the past few months.

Early Bird Fishing Guide Jeff Sundin joins John Bauer on the Thursday Morning Show. They talk about fishing season coming to an end due to cold weather. Jeff lets us know that this is a good time to fish the rivers for walleyes, the fish are biting and you can get out of the wind and strong waves. He also advises that now is a good time to get out and scope area lakes for pan fish for the winter season ahead. For more fishing tips go to jeffsundin.com .

We’re living in a politically divided pandemic. We look to our leaders hoping for some understanding beyond politics. Understanding of the complexity of everyone’s lives. For many of us, there is someone who understands. Who gives us hope. But sadly, she’s not running for president. She’s been described as the most powerful, least political feminist in the world. That person is Dolly Parton. There’s a new book out by award winning writer Sarah Smarsh . In her writing and journalism she explores

*We are continuing our Meet the Candidates conversations for the November 3rd, 2020 elections. We recently talked with Matt Bliss (R) running for MN House District 5a. You can see his facebook page here. His opponent is incumbent Representative John Persell (DFL). Find information on his MN House record here and listen to our conversation with Rep. Persell . It is our goal to give you information so you can go to the polls ready to vote. ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? Find out who will be on your

*We are continuing our Meet the Candidates conversations for the November 3rd 2020 elections. We recently talked with Representative Josh Heintzeman from MN House in District 10A who is running for reelection . You can see his facebook page here. His opponent is Dale Menk (DFL). You can hear our interview with him here . It is our goal to give you information so you can fill out your ballot or go to the polls ready to vote. ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? Find out who will be on your ballot at