Jearlyn Steele

What needs to be done to diversify the world of book publishing?  Guest host Sheletta Brundidge talks about all the efforts author & publisher Dr. Artika Tyner is making with the University of St. Thomas law professor.  Then, in the latest "So What Do You Do?" segment, Dimensions Hair Salon and Barbers owner Lisa Spicer explains the importance for keeping this family business in North Minneapolis.

Guest host Sheletta Brundidge and producer Jonathan Lowe talk about how technical difficulties can provide hurt feelings.  DA Bullock of Reclaim the Block dives into the confusion that happened this week at George Floyd Square.  Tai Miller of Soul Work Counseling explains how Naomi Osaka's withdrawal from the French Open could have a deeper meaning for mental health awareness.

Superstar tennis player Naomi Osaka made good on a promise to not have post-match press conferences during the French Open.  Her consequence after missing the first one on Sunday...a $15,000 fine.  Minneapolis counselor and host of The Teen Whisperer podcast, Jason Clopton joins guest host Sheletta Brundidge to discuss what this means in the effort of expanding mental health awareness.

On this week's edition, guest host Sheletta Brundidge talks with:

Kate Towle's new book is a look into the trials and benefits of interracial friendship.  The local author explains its importance to today's environment with guest host Sheletta Brundidge.  Then, Prodeo Academy science teacher Markus Flynn discusses the initiative to draw more black men into the profession of teaching.