Host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara discusses race and health inequity with Olmsted County Commissioner Sheila Kiscaden. The Rochester Symphony explore some of the big changes they've experienced this summer and we stop by the Rochester Art Center to visit the Grief UnMasked exhibit.Chair of the Rochester School Board Deborah Seelinger comes on to discuss the upcoming school year and how Rochester Public Schools are addressing the concerns over COVID-19.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-14-20)

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"LOVE" by X Lovers

"Same Space?" By Tiana Major9

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Host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara and Olmsted County Election Specialist Kathryn Smith explore what you can expect at the polls this Tuesday. Ballet Blake and the Rochester Symphony perform for Presto! and we head to the History Center of Olmsted County to check out their Drive-In Pandemic Pictures. Captain Jeff Stilwell of the Rochester Police Department discusses the new reforms after the passage of the police accountability bill. 

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 8-7-20)

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"Universe" by Mabar Lucid

"Watermelon Haze" by Native Other

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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara discusses the upcoming primary election with Rochester City Council Presidential Candidates Brooke Carlson, Vangie Castro, and Kathleen Harrington. They all discuss the economic impact of COVID-19 on Rochester, racial inequity, fighting for social justice and police reform, and the importance of affordable housing and education.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-31-20)

Learn more about your local elections: mnvotes.org

Brooke Carlson: https://www.brooke2020.com/

Vangie Castro: https://www.vangiecastro.com/

Kathleen Harrington: https://www.voteforharrington.com/

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“17” by Zhavia Ward

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This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara checks in with Kim Edson from the Rochester Public Library to discuss the One Book | One Minnesota program, and how the library is starting a local conversation on race. The Rochester Repertory Theatre is preparing for a Drive-In Theater event and Karate Chop, Silence is playing for Riverside Concerts. Yasmin Ali and Kesarin Mehta from the Rochester Community Initiative discuss recent protests and the continued fight for social justice in Southern Minnesota.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-24-20)

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"Lockdown" by Koffee

"Zach's Ballad" by Peter Manos

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Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara talks arts with Interim Director of Rochester Civic Theatre Misha Johnson. They discuss the upcoming performances of Romeo and Juliet and how the Civic Theatre is maintaining a safe environment. We visit the History Center to check out the Onward March of Suffrage exhibit and the Chester Woods camping ground for a summer full of fun. Kendall Hughes of Three Rivers Restorative Justice discusses what's new in Rochester and how restorative justice is working in Southern Minnesota.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-17-20)

Featured Songs:

"Dead Weight" by PVRIS

"Bad" by valentina cy

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Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara sits with the new Executive Director of the Rochester Art Center Pamela Hugdahl to discuss how the Art Center has adapted during the pandemic. We check in with local restaurant owners and take a walk around the new Cascade Lake. Mary O’Neil, Program Manager of the Housing Stability Team, stops by to discuss what Olmsted County is doing to help the most vulnerable populations in the time of COVID-19.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 7-10-20)

Featured Songs:

"Real Magic" by Ricky Reed, Terrace Martin & St. Panther

"Summer" by Bktherula

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Danielle Teal talks with Mark Krupski, Director of Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing, and Katie Smith, Elections Manager of Olmsted County, about the upcoming primary and general election and Olmsted County’s initiatives to protect voters from COVID-19. They discuss Olmsted County’s decision to mail absentee ballot applications to all registered voters, how to register to vote if you are a new voter or need to update your registration, and the precautions that will be put in place at polling locations across Olmsted County.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-26-20)

Links

Olmsted County Property Records and Licensing

https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/PRL

Olmsted County Elections

https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/prl/elections/

Minnesota State Elections and Voting

https://www.mnvotes.org

Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information

https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/

Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources

https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19

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Sunday - Joy Oladokun

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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production

Produced by Danielle Teal and Annie Krenik

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The R-Town Podcast is brought to you in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota, and the members of KSMQ Public Television. Thank you!

Danielle Teal and Graham Briggs from Olmsted County Public Health chat about the progression of COVID-19 in Olmsted County since they last talked in early March. They discuss how Rochester has adapted, the newly recommended best safety practices, and how we can all participate in summertime activities without putting ourselves in danger.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-19-10)

Links

Olmsted County Public Health Services

https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS

https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyPublicHealth/

Minnesota Department of Health Coronavirus Information

https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/

Olmsted County Coronavirus Resources

https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/OCPHS/COVID-19

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It’s Been a While Since I Went Outside - DELANILA

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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production

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Danielle Teal talks with Virginia Kaczmarek, Executive Director of Rochester Area Family YMCA, about participating in summer activities while also staying safe during the pandemic. They discuss activities for children, teens, and adults, while also stressing for self-care and mental health awareness in this uncertain time.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-12-20)

Rochester YMCA

https://www.ymcamn.org/locations/rochester_ymca

https://www.facebook.com/rochfamy/

YMCA Reopening Procedures

https://www.ymcamn.org/reopening

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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production

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Danielle Teal sits with Executive Director of the Diversity Council Dee Sabol to discuss the recent protests that sprung up across the United States. They discuss the tragic death of George Floyd and how communities and community members can support their black neighbors. Dee discusses how to advocate for marginalized groups across the country and how to be an ally.

(MPTA, Legacy, KSMQ, 6-4-20)

Diversity Council

https://www.diversitycouncil.org

https://www.facebook.com/diversitycouncilrochester/

Rochester NAACP

https://www.naacp.org

https://www.facebook.com/NaacpRochesterMn/

Black Lives Matter

https://blacklivesmatter.com

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The R-Town Podcast is a KSMQ Public Television Production

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The R-Town Podcast is brought to you in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and the citizens of Minnesota, and the members of KSMQ Public Television. Thank you!