Holding Court Podcast

Ron is joined in studio by Rob Leer of Leer Communication & Consultants and on the phone by KARE 11's Jana Shortal, who broke the Norwood Teague story in the wake of his sudden and abrupt resignation as Athletic Direct at the University of Minnesota following sexual harassment claims. They break down the legal details and take a critical look at the actions of the Star Tribune after learning that their Gopher sports beat writer, Amelia Rayno, was one of the victims of sexual harassment.

Joe Friedberg and Todd Rapp join Ron and Lucy to preview the upcoming GOP debate, discuss the legal details behind Pierre Collins' plea deal after admitting to the murder of his son Barway, and to take a look at the charges against MOA Black Lives Matter protestors.

Ron and Lucy attempt to get to the bottom of the outpouring of death threats and protests that have taken over social media and news outlets after it was learned that Minnesota dentist Walter Palmer killed a lion from Zimbabwe named Cecil. Plus, Kevin Seifert of ESPN NFL Nation joins Ron and Lucy to discuss the latest developments in the "Deflate Gate" scandal.

Joined in studio by two strong local Donald Trump supporters, Ron and Lucy break down the "Trump Phenomena." Plus, Joe and Ron talk Sandra Bland's arrest.

David Rucki's attorney joins Ron and Lucy to discuss why there has been no Amber Alert or Grand Jury investigation done to find Rucki's missing children, Samantha and Gianna, who have now been missing for two years. Plus, Iranian-American Dr. Reza Mazhari talks about how everyday people in Iran view the recent nuclear deal.

In this special "Best Of" episode, we look back on a conversation with Michael Brodkorb about a bizarre story involving two missing Lakeville girls, Samantha and Gianna Rucki, who ran away from their home during a custody dispute between their parents. The Lakeville Public Safety Foundation recently offered a $2500 reward for information leading to the location and safe return of the sisters. We also revisit our conversation with Aaron Benner, a St. Paul school teacher that is trying to raise awareness to the discrimination of black children and "white priviledge training" taking place in St. Paul schools.

Ron and Lucy talk the origin of Fourth of July fireworks, new DUI laws with Ed Cohen of Smart Start MN, and SCOTUS ruling same sex marriage legal in all fifty states. Plus, we announce the winner of our $500 R.F. Moeller giveaway!

Contest Closing June 2nd: Remember to enter our drawing for a $500 gift card by writing an iTunes review for the show!

Ron and Lucy are joined in studio by Aaron Benner, a St. Paul school teacher who has some complaints and criticisms over the district's handling of student behavior. He argues that the district's push to reduce suspensions fails to hold black kids accountable for their behavior. He's been featured on The O'Rielly Factor, City Pages, Star Tribune, and more.

Tom Barnard, Ron, and Lucy get very passionate (and shouty) about racism, media critics, sex offenders, drugs, people they hate, and insulting our other guest, media critic Brian Lambert. They also discuss the Charleston church shooting, unconstitutional sex offender programs, Rachel Dolezal, and more.

Todd Rapp comes in studio and joins Ron and Lucy as they speak with the owner of the Smitten Kitten, Jennifer Pritchett, to share her side of the story following news that a class of middle and high schoolers made an unauthorized school field trip to her shop. Plus, Jeff Maday joins via phone to discuss attempting to get American Pharoah to race at Canterbury Park.

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