Jearlyn finds out how much the NFL preseason truly matters.

Choice Bank Twin Cities President Travis Barkve explains how inflation is effecting food pantries and how their business is trying to help out the community.

There a lot for Jearlyn and Michael to catch up on this week.  They cover a massive fail at a Juneteenth dinner, voting in the upcoming election, where Iggy Azalea is now, and whether to go out and buy lottery tickets.  Plus, Michael gives us his review of the new Jordan Peele movie, "Nope".

On this week's edition of Center Stage:

• Stages Theatre Company artistic director and "The Little Mermaid, Jr." director Sandy Boren-Barrett
• Singer/musician/songwriter Matthew French
• J.D. Steele on his (and brothers Fred & Billy) show next Friday at Kelley Park in Apple Valley

Does the city of Minneapolis have cultural districts?  If so, where are they located.  City councilwoman Andrea Jenkins explains those locations and why that distinction is so important.

Did you know that the lakes we love and recreate at have their own lifespans?  Dr. John Richard Saylor explains this in his new book, "LAKES: Their Birth, Life, and Death".

Did you know that the lakes we love and recreate at have their own lifespans?  Dr. John Richard Saylor explains this in his new book, "LAKES: Their Birth, Life, and Death".

Does the city of Minneapolis have cultural districts?  If so, where are they located.  City councilwoman Andrea Jenkins explains those locations and why that distinction is so important.

Were you aware that July is National Make a Difference to Children Month?  Michelle Marie King, Founder/CEO of Positive Presence Global, joins the program to discuss some benefits to mentoring members of the next generation.

Has Minneapolis done a good job revitalizing run down parts of the city and creating pockets of affordable housing?  Jearlyn debates this with her producer.

Were you aware that July is National Make a Difference to Children Month?  Michelle Marie King, Founder/CEO of Positive Presence Global, joins the program to discuss some benefits to mentoring members of the next generation.

Theatre 55 Productions offers an artistic outlet for those at a slightly more advanced age.  Van Nixon, lead actor in the troupe's current production of "Jesus Christ Superstar", tells us about this show and the company's overall mission.

When it comes to estate planning, what do you need to know about leaving that legacy behind for your children?  Attorney Philip J. Ruce of Stone Arch Law joins the program to answer some of those legal and financial questions.