Trek Through Time

On this President's Day episode, Kosmo's interview goal of a presidential podcast is finally fulfilled when he's joined by none other than President Theodore Roosevelt (portrayed by Adam Lindquist), who shares the riveting details of his multi-faceted biography, from cowboy expeditions to political escapades to assassination attempts and even more. Plus, Kosmo gets TR to debunk (and affirm) some myths about POTUS' adventures, all while both discover the importance and relevance of past presidents to modern American life.

Before he transforms into Commander-in-Chief #26 for an extended TTT discussion, Adam Lindquist joins Kosmo out-of-character to chat about his journeys acting as Theodore Roosevelt, why Teddy's values remain relevant, and what's on Adam's radar for the sesquicentennial.

In this full, virtually recorded conversation between Kosmo Esplan and Sam Temple, the two history voyagers travel deeper into the story that shaped Faribault's formation, founder Alexander's multicultural experiment, and the impact of Minnesota Territory's broader political agenda – plus Kosmo ruthlessly grills Sam on the many anniversaries plaguing 2026 party planners.

To kick off a year full of historical significance, host Kosmo Esplan re-invites premier Faribault history prodigy Sam Temple into the Time Machine to dig into the contents of the latter’s newest documentary, Agua Vivas de Faribault: Alexander Faribault’s utopian vision when establishing the “Athens of the West”, how the ensuing challenges were microcosmic of the larger conflicts shaping Minnesota’s founding, and why this story still matters in 2026.

In this full, virtually recorded conversation between Kosmo Esplan and Sam Temple, the two history voyagers travel deeper into the story that shaped Faribault's formation, founder Alexander's multicultural experiment, and the impact of Minnesota Territory's broader political agenda -- plus Kosmo ruthlessly grills Sam on the many anniversaries plaguing 2026 party planners.

To kick off a year full of anniversaries, host Kosmo Esplan recruits prodigy of Rice County and Minnesota history Sam Temple to discuss his new documentary, how the project approaches the life and times of Alexander Faribault, and why the story of Faribault's founding still matters in 2026.

(Aired on the KYMN Morning Show on December 10, 2025.) To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Northfield Skating School, Kosmo sits down with the organization's founder Carey Tinkelenberg and longtime supporter Amber Barksdale to hear about all things local skating.

In this live holiday show from the KYMN studio on the day of Winter Walk, host Kosmo Esplan investigates a variety of local holiday traditions that have endured over the years . . . but it's not a Christmas special without a lineup of lively and festive guests, a visit from Father Christmas himself, and live music to top it all off. Merry Christmas, Northfield!

With the beloved 113th St. Olaf Christmas Festival approaching, Kosmo turns his attention to Ole music and gives thanks on this November holiday by bringing in the cream of the Choir crop, Dr. Anton Armstrong. In an extended interview, the Choir's current and longest running conductor in its history provides historical expertise on the institution's evolution under each conductor, his own windy road to Manitou Heights, and the larger international impact of choral music.

Tune into KYMN Radio on Thursday, December 11 at 12:30pm for a live, one-hour Christmas special celebrating holiday traditions in Northfield: kymnradio.net

Following up on last year's voyage through college football, it's second down as Kosmo Esplan is back in the end zone turning his attention to the sport's significant presence at the Northfield High School, along with former head coach and current offensive coordinator Bubba Sullivan. From humble early years to the 1990s dynasty, host and guest blitz Raiders football and explore the team's enduring 133-year-old story.