Flyover Logic

'Christian Nationalism' is nothing new and its shape, power and intensity has ebbed and flowed throughout our countries history. Increasingly in recent years we have seen a resurgence of this phenomenon that is reaching farther and deeper into our public discourse. 

Today we begin a multi part series trying to dig in deeper to understand what we mean when we use the term, identifying the dangers for our country and society and seek to find ways to engage with the issue.

Show links:

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2022/05/17/in-duluth-preschool-moves-from-the-classroom-to-the-forest?fbclid=IwAR01RITnxcWu8YdmCzfFFQ1Cx9waNLxZC6qbmTgbJa1Ml5_Y4HxOhjBOaSU

https://www.startribune.com/online-diary-buffalo-gunman-plotted-attack-for-months/600173580/?fbclid=IwAR2MtFYcH9PR9QdaEU71xp6QG8hDWjbrBZH-LCkYYbHG7l4ZfG900HP_1uc

https://www.startribune.com/who-to-call-if-your-dog-needs-a-date-to-your-wedding/600173016/?fbclid=IwAR1X6SyHz7iUyIiRL8u9NP2DvAqSu2u1RGgWhiK57LNN4LtncG7DyCOH-Ts

https://www.mprnews.org/story/2022/05/16/minnesota-film-industry-hopes-for-a-resurgence?fbclid=IwAR01m0UPnYZLMwzbzYd2LP_IilslCutsKSjIJNtTkQvyJT8kb01fwnVTL-0

https://time.com/6052051/anti-democratic-threat-christian-nationalism/

https://www.npr.org/2022/01/14/1073215412/christian-nationalism-donald-trump

https://www.americanprogress.org/article/christian-nationalism-is-single-biggest-threat-to-americas-religious-freedom/

https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2022/05/18/mcdonald-wendy-lawsuit-burger-size/?fbclid=IwAR1obLpKzXrXiUmYb8O4y5MSIb2hdhkMPNbT7VYJlHyb-sEU_9lDtru3-mg

https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2021/february-web-only/what-is-christian-nationalism.html

This show we had the wonderful opportunity to have a conversation with two 'rural rebounders' Ari & Tommy Velasco. As technology and demographic shifts (accelerated during the pandemic) put 'remote working' within reach of more and more people we sat down to find out more about that process, the pros and cons of choosing to 'live rural' and what it takes to thrive. 

Also, this week offered a What the Heck cornucopia! Metaverse 'forever modes', testical tanning, Twitter wars and more. 

But Arizona Tea and an accidental lotto win will make anyone feel Nice. 

Show Links:

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/jason-ravnsborg-impeached-fatal-crash-joseph-boever_n_62557ac3e4b0723f80119089?fbclid=IwAR0Zv8M7VbVE_UIZ4TPK96EVi754MDkpWf3B3cbFWiLUp2bMmolt7s-uDx4

https://www.vice.com/en/article/pkp47y/metaverse-company-to-offer-immortality-through-live-forever-mode?fbclid=IwAR2uuoRw3eIwQzcq5iay5hudNuoUrt3SXwxuSwaNket7mty5ZEFkH3rohBo

https://relevantmagazine.com/current/the-arizona-iced-tea-founder-wont-give-into-inflation-consumers-dont-need-another-price-increase/?fbclid=IwAR1FpSc4Va9sj0Z5BEJuHT-FBuCbEGhnZI9O1ELQ1fchC-Cu7Q_wIQdUR2c

https://www.fox9.com/news/all-minneapolis-north-graduating-seniors-to-receive-up-to-10k-scholarships?fbclid=IwAR0QXeeOUdPlvaEbZDMbunMD383u1gYbU2xgU-YWF8aR_aM6tjOlE7MBiVY

https://www.startribune.com/target-goes-hybrid-for-good-wont-require-workers-in-twin-cities-offices/600166026/

https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/to-go-drinks-in-nyc-are-now-legalheres-what-you-need-to-know-041222#:~:text=Just%20a%20few%20months%20after,something%20%22substantial%22%20to%20eat.

https://www.kare11.com/article/news/nation-world/10-million-scratcher-ca/507-45ac557a-7e83-4fd5-ad1d-64bdc0d229ab?fbclid=IwAR3q89oKO9bi4OXPGly_iEYm5h0SymqmaO4jBWeDyscFmyh373hFqOqEALk

As the legislative calendar across the nation comes to a close we are are seeing a flurry of State bills focused on LGBTQ issues. From Texas, to Utah, to Florida, Oklahoma and more. We take some time today to look at some of these instances and give our take on what's good, what's bad and what's down right horrible. State legislators are putting a seemingly unprecedented number of bills forward concerning, limiting and outright banning behavior and speech surrounding these issues.

Also, What the heck is with "Furies" & Tennessee appears to lift age limits on marriage. 

But an new drug company is promising $30 insulin and Anoka MN wants to make it legal it imbibe in a public 'Social District' So that's nice!

Show Links:

https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/nearly-240-anti-lgbtq-bills-filed-2022-far-targeting-trans-people-rcna20418

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/03/10/texas-trans-kids-abortion-lgbtq-gender-ideology/

https://www.upworthy.com/company-selling-cheap-insulin?rebelltitem=2#rebelltitem2

https://www.aclu.org/legislation-affecting-lgbtq-rights-across-country

https://thehill.com/opinion/3260037-pavlich-women-step-up-to-save-their-sports/

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/31/us/politics/florida-voting-law.html?fbclid=IwAR3KP-otcIT4RpXb1jNzLqX1vFXdkLPl_TW_2M5DpohcFL5Jifjfl7Pgses

https://www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/archive/2022/03/20-reader-views-on-transgender-people-in-competitive-sports/629410/

https://apnews.com/article/business-sports-florida-utah-cultures-ea120a901ff8c9f0c88286cdf5fb3920

https://www.npr.org/2022/03/28/1089221657/dont-say-gay-florida-desantis

https://frenchpress.thedispatch.com/p/what-do-we-do-when-people-are-equal?s=r

https://www.startribune.com/anoka-wants-to-pilot-minnesotas-first-social-district-to-let-patrons-buy-a-drink-and-stroll/600162402/

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/04/04/opinion/furries-culture-war.html

There is a lot of attention on the Supreme Court of late so we stopped to chat about it. From the confirmations hearings of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, to Ginny & Clarence Thomas and the 'Shadow Docket' we work through our thoughts on all of it. 

Of course we cover the 'biggest "What the heck?!" moment at the Oscars, how Vladimir Putin is sad his country is being 'Canceled' as well as the fact the generosity still is alive and well and how a pedaling pastor learned to love not driving. 

Show Links:

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/24/us/politics/ginni-thomas-trump-mark-meadows.html?fbclid=IwAR3QD6OmyptvVPLLXK2S_s-veRYCPqXOycJScR2u4X6POO2gTiSXHYT4dZs

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2022/03/24/willie-wilson-gas-giveaway-chicago/?fbclid=IwAR1IWraS936i4URaTejjgtjUSTlYjk7NViVgmUJi_A_f2LoiYsV1YwM-pLw

https://www.startribune.com/on-the-go-with-minneapolis-pedaling-pastor/600160313/

Striking Minneapolis teachers and support staff are making national news with the outcome far from certain but certain to have big implications for educators across Minnesota and elsewhere. With this in mind was asked Katie Lillis to join us to give us some more context for what were are seeing in headlines. Katie is a Fergus native, an educator, union member and advocate for education policy. Listen in as we learn more about how she was drawn to this roll, a deeper look into why teachers unions matter and what we may expect to see going forward. 

Also, What The Heck is a up with Sloths? And Kayne West is off the rails again. 

But Minnesota State Parks make a big move towards accessibility and Kindergarteners are here to cheer you up with a pep talk hotline!

Show Links: 

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/kanye-west-suspended-from-instagram_n_623284bce4b046c938d677c9?fbclid=IwAR20wU7kdlYbIaGdSiWJgjqPAZYsO7QajLTktdF4abiQ5Z3UCfwRM8AoMnI

https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/mike-tysons-cannabis-brand-making-ear-shaped-weed-gummies-rcna20179?fbclid=IwAR3ysM1OVA2hiVBjLUsalTcIE-rs9DQERepWkiAUNpBrqLELiyiUZUHHlms

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/mcvmagazine/issues/2022/mar-apr/tracks.html

https://www.startribune.com/anonymous-donor-buys-northern-minnesota-deep-lake-val-chatel-ski-resort-for-parkland/600158065/

https://www.npr.org/2022/03/06/1084800784/peptoc-hotline-kindergarteners

https://www.fox9.com/news/child-collides-with-sloth-on-zip-line-in-costa-rican-rainforest?fbclid=IwAR163fxGipRjR3XF7tC-APNUABwdkP-6nFTDqa_PIMt3CHM_dxF3zH3aZr8