Do you know about the African American Registry of Minneapolis?  We hear from the head of this initiative about its importance to the history of the state.

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Jearlyn talks with the Primary candidate for the Congressional seat from Minnesota's 5th District.  We find out about his stances on pertinent issues and why he should be the choice instead of incumbent Ilhan Omar.

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One of the most popular items since mid-March has been hand sanitizer.  But is there an issue with this product that has been coveted in the fight against COVID-19?  Dr. Jon Cole of Hennepin Healthcare explains what we should look for.

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Representative Carlos Mariani represents District 65B and is the chair of the Public Safety Committee in the Minnesota house. He joins Jearlyn to discuss criminal justice and public safety during this unique time. 

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The tragedy of George Floyd's death is difficult for children to comprehend. Minneapolis counselor Jason Clopton, who hosts the popular Teen Whisperer Podcast, offers tips to parents on how they can talk to their children about the tragedy.

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Minnesota public relations expert Marsha Pitts-Phillips talks about what it means when corporations and large organizations support the Black Lives Matter movement following the death of George Floyd. 

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Reggie Clark, a human resources expert with 20+ years of experience in his field, joins Jearlyn to talk about the difference between diversity and inclusion and how its time for companies to make a true commitment to both. 

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Brittnay Smith is a pre-kindergarten teacher who teaches in the Atlantic City School District in New Jersey. Brittany tweeted out a list of recommended reading material to teach your kids about race and racism. Brittany's tweet went viral and has surpassed 400K likes. Brittany joins Jearlyn to discuss why she felt the urge to share her tweet, what books does she recommend you read your children, and much more!

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Alex Del Carmen is Associate Dean and Professor at Tarleton State University. School of Criminology, Criminal Justice & Strategic Studies, College of Liberal & Fine Arts, Tarleton State University is a member of the Texas A&M University system. What are officers taught when it comes to restraining citizens during an arrest? Alex Del Carmen joins Jearlyn to tell us exactly that.

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Lake St. has been one of the hardest hit area's in Minneapolis during the protests. Allison Sharkey is Head of the Lake Street Council. She has lived in the Lake Street corridor for over ten years. Allison provided leadership and advocacy for businesses in St. Paul corridors for seven years helping bring $8 million in investment to St. Paul neighborhoods. Now she is helping and working to clean up, and raise funds for businesses affected by the rioting. 

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