Author and teaching expert Jon Fila explains how A.I. can be beneficial in the world of education.

Dr. Tyler Schipper from the University of St. Thomas looks into a proposal to raise the ceiling for overtime pay eligibility.

Starting next week, the city of Anoka will try a first of its kind experiment in Minnesota.  For one month, it will establish a “Social District”, with opportunities for people to take alcoholic drinks from a specific bar outside to walk around a small, specified area of the city.  What are the benefits of this kind of initiative?  What are the pitfalls?  State Rep. Zack Stephenson explains the program.

Jearlyn is back in the house!  She talks about her experience out at this year's State Fair.

MN Rep. Zack Stephenson tells us about the upcoming "Social District" program in Anoka.

Space & Science writer Robert Zimmerman joins the show to discuss some of the latest news from the industry, including the efficiency problems governments have in advancing space travel and exploration.  Plus, he tells us about his new book, "Conscious Choice".

We're just days away from the 2023 Minnesota State Fair.  What should you look out for if you plan on going?  Spokesperson Maria Hayden joins the program to give us a rundown of the new foods, new attractions, Grandstand acts, and more.

Steve Thomson went to see the movie "Barbie" on Sunday.  What did he think of the Summer's biggest blockbuster?

MN State Fair spokesperson Maria Hayden gives us a rundown of the new things we'll find this year on the grounds.

In the wake of the state's rideshare wage bill being vetoed, the Minneapolis city council has proposed their own wage increase that would affect drivers operating in the city.  Ward 2 councilwoman Robin Wonsley co-sponsors the proposal, and she tells us why she believes it's necessary to implement.

Guest host Steve Thomson talks about how weather continues to influence our lives, despite the advances in technology we've made.

Minneapolis City Councilwoman Robin Wonsley discusses the council's proposal to raise wages for rideshare drivers that operate in the city.

On this week's Center Stage, Jearlyn strikes up some conversation with the following guests:

• Dance City founder/director Cierra Burnaugh
• Singer/musician/songwriter Mary Strand
• Star Tribune lead theatre critic Rohan Preston

After months of delay, the proposed merger between South Dakota-based Sanford Health and Minnesota-based Fairview Health will not happen.  This week’s announcement comes with a lot of questions about the future of the two organizations.

Fierce Healthcare staff writer Dave Muoio has followed the progress of this story, and he discusses some of the impacts from the failed deal.