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Ep 85604-30-25 Julie Danzl, Wellness Manager at Minneapolis Public Schools, joined Freddie and Chantel on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about “Let’s Roll MPS” — a free community bike ride happening Wednesday, May 7 at 2 PM, starting at the MPS Culinary Center on the Northside
Apr 30, 20258 min
Ep 8554-28-25 Dr. Michael Osterholm, a leading infectious disease expert and Regents Professor at the University of Minnesota, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on 89.9 KMOJ Morning Show to share insights on public health, science, and leadership in today’s world.
Apr 28, 202515 min
Ep 8544-25-25 Braxton Haulcy, Executive Director of Walker West Music Academy, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on 89.9 KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the Academy’s new cultural facility, its legacy in music education, and its impact on the Rondo community.
Apr 28, 20259 min
Ep 8534-23-25 Tony Fisher, MPS Athletics Director, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on 89.9 KMOJ to discuss spring sports and athletic opportunities for Minneapolis Public Schools students.
Apr 28, 20259 min
Ep 8524-18-25 Join Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on 89.9 KMOJ as they highlight the Minnesota History Center’s upcoming event, 'Breaking Barriers Thru-Paddling,' where Cory Maria Dack shares her incredible 134-day journey down the Mississippi River, exploring themes of representation, equity, and accessibility in outdoor spaces from a decolonial Indigenous Latina perspective.
Apr 18, 202514 min
Ep 8514-18-25 Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on 89.9 KMOJ sit down with Dr. Nathan Chomilo to talk about the effects of Medicaid cuts and how they’re impacting healthcare access in our community
Apr 18, 20258 min
Ep 8504-18-25 Join Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on 89.9 KMOJ as they welcome Christine Tucci Osorio, Superintendent of School District 622, to discuss exciting summer programming, online learning options, and more opportunities for students in North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale!"
Apr 18, 202512 min
Ep 84904-17-25 Join Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on 89.9 KMOJ for an insightful interview with James and Charlease Hatchett from OWN's Somebody’s Son, as they share their journey of love, family, and faith on the road to finding true connection
Apr 18, 20258 min
Ep 8484-16-25 Spring Recap on the KMOJ Morning Show with Freddie Bell & Chantel Sings: MPS Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams on Teacher of the Year Finalists, Marcy Mural, WWE at Olson & Summer Plans
Apr 16, 202510 min
Ep 8474-15-25 Commissioner Angela Conley talks about why the "Your Heart Beats for Generations” campaign is important with Q bear on the Afternoon Drive Time
Apr 16, 202510 min
Ep 84604-15-25 Senator Tina Smith talks about the The broader impact of the DEI attacks, the dismantle of SBA and what's next with Q bear on the Afternoon Drive Time
Apr 16, 202512 min
Ep 84504-15-24 Little Moments Counts Jaton White has a conversation focused on early childhood development with Q bear on the Afternoon Drive
Apr 16, 20259 min
Ep 84404-14-25 Sharon Smith-Akinsanya talks about the People of Color Job Fair with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on KMOJ Morning Show
Apr 16, 20256 min
Ep 84304-14-25 Lamar Perry The Force Behind When We Are Found at Penumbra Theatre talks about the play with Fredddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show
Apr 16, 20257 min
Ep 84204-14-2025 Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara discusses a drop in the crime rate with Freddie Bell.
Two-and-a-half years as Minneapolis Police Chief, Brian O'Hara says recruitment efforts continue. The Chief also says encampments are disappearing and crime numbers are on the decline.
Apr 16, 202517 min
Ep 84104-09-25 On the KMOJ Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, MNGI Gastroenterologist and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Paul Dambowy discusses the importance of colon cancer screening, specifically for the Black community. He highlights the concerning statistics showing lower screening rates compared to the statewide average and emphasizes that colorectal cancer is most treatable when caught early. Dr. Dambowy encourages individuals over 45 to schedule a colonoscopy, explaining the simple and effective process, as well as MNGI's use of AI technology to improve detection
Apr 9, 20257 min
Ep 84004-09-25 On the KMOJ Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, Immanda (Mandy) Bellm, the K-12 Library Media Content Lead for Minneapolis Public Schools, discusses National Library Week and highlights the important role of library media specialists and libraries within the district.
Apr 9, 202510 min
Ep 83904-07-25 Anthony Walsh, a Community Engagement Specialist at Hennepin County, has been with the county since 2015, starting as an intern. His work focuses on addressing the opioid crisis, particularly in the Black community, by connecting community needs with county leadership to create impactful change. Anthony joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the county's response, which includes prevention and education, harm reduction through Narcan and fentanyl testing strips, and funding culturally competent treatment programs.
Apr 9, 20258 min
Ep 83804-02-2025 Jay Haapala of AARP MN shares details of a new scam with Freddie and Chantel.
Jay Haapala, Associate State Director of Community Engagement for AARP Minnesota. He leads the charge in protecting older adults from scams through the AARP Fraud Watch Network. Jay and his team help Minnesotans spot fraud, stay informed, and recover when they’ve been targeted. He says the latest is the Toll Fee Scam!
Apr 2, 20259 min
Ep 83703-31-2025 In this important conversation, Freddie Bell sits down with Dr. Myriam Roby of Hennepin Healthcare to talk about colorectal cancer—one of the most preventable cancers, yet one that continues to disproportionately impact Black Minnesotans.
Dr. Roby breaks down the facts, shares the latest screening options, and explains how local resources are making screenings more accessible than ever. Whether you’re 45 or approaching it, this conversation could save your life—or the life of someone you love.Listen now at KMOJFM.com or wherever you stream KMOJ.#ColorectalCancerAwareness #KMOJHealth #GetScreenedMN #FreddieBell #HennepinHealthcare #BlackHealthMatters
Mar 31, 202511 min
Ep 83603-28-2025 Bloomington, MN Police Chief, Booker Hodges shares plans and results of keeping residents safe in the south metro of Police
Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges stops by KMOJ. He is someone our listeners know doesn’t mince words and doesn’t play when it comes to keeping Bloomington safe. Since stepping in as Police Chief, he’s dealt with it all: a Tesla vandalism case that went viral, undercover stings targeting predators, tragic incidents involving children, and more. These aren’t just stories — they reflect the real work of a city evolving and a Chief leading from the front.
Mar 28, 202512 min
Ep 83503-26-25 Minneapolis Public School District Asha Belk, Social Worker at Bethune Elementary talks about The important role of school social workers at MPS with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings
Mar 26, 20258 min
Ep 83403-26-25 Frazier Group Shawna Frazier talks about her home selling and home buying event with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings
Mar 26, 20259 min
Ep 8333-24-25 Attorney General Keith Ellison joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about the coalition of Attorney General's suing to stop Trump Administration efforts to dismantle the Department of Education
Mar 25, 202512 min
Ep 8323-21-25 Dan Furry, Communications Director for The Salvation Army Northern Division, discusses the importance of the 5th Annual Food Drive, how the community can get involved, and special plans for the final day of the drive."
Mar 21, 20256 min
Ep 8313-21-25 Jessica Jackson Director of Division of Social Equity at Office of Cannabis Mangement talks about the CanRenew Community Restoration Grants and other programs supporting communities impacted by the war on drugs, including initiatives for economic development, public health, and workforce training in Minnesota's legal cannabis industry
Mar 21, 20258 min
Ep 8303-21-25 Christine Tucci Osorio, Superintendent of District 622, discussed how Minnesota schools are primarily funded by the state, not the federal government, and shared advice for parents to engage with local school leaders if they have concerns about federal executive orders or other issues affecting schools. She also highlighted the upcoming spring testing season and the importance of summer programs.
Mar 21, 202513 min
Ep 82903-17-25 Osseo Area Schools Yvonne Shorts Lind the Executive Director of Human Resources talks about the career expo with Freddie Bell on KMOJ Morning Show
For more information https://www.district279.org/careers
Mar 17, 20258 min
Ep 82803-17-25 Looking back over the last five year since COVID-19 Dr. Michael Osterholm, Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota talks about critical lessons learned and missed.
Mar 17, 202513 min
Ep 82703-14-25 Alex West Steinman, an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and Co-Founder and Partner of The Coven—the world’s first woman-owned coworking franchise—talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs about the opening of a new location in northeast Minneapolis on the KMOJ Morning Show.
Mar 14, 20257 min
Ep 82603-12-25 Minneapolis Public School Tamuriel Grace, Executive Director Equity and Courtney Johnson, K-12 Content Lead talk about literacy initiatives at MPS with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show
Mar 12, 20258 min
Ep 8253-10-25 Minneapolis Police Chief talks about the decline of crime within the last three years with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show
Mar 10, 202516 min
Ep 82403-10-25 Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty talks about a new podcast and what it's all about with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show
Mar 10, 202513 min
Ep 82303-06-25 Cathy McLeer MN State Director with AARP talks about Fraud Week of Action with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs
Mar 6, 20257 min
Ep 82203-06-25 Minneapolis Public School District Aviva Hillenbrand, Executive Director of Community Education talks abour Joint Activities Fair at North High School is being held on March 12 with Freddie Bell and Chantel SingS on the KMOJ Morning Show
Mar 6, 20256 min
Ep 82102-26-25 Minneapolis Public School Stephanie Davies-Larson and Grace Mobosi-Enwesi talk about Magnet Schools Month with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show
Feb 26, 20254 min
Ep 8202-24-25 Penumbra Theatre Lester Purry talks about the play Dominique Morisseau's Paradise Blue showcasing at Penumbra Theatre with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show
https://penumbratheatre.org/event/paradise-blue
Feb 24, 202513 min
Ep 8192-21-25 District 622 Superintendent Christine Tucci Osorio talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show
Feb 24, 202513 min
Ep 8182-12-24 Minneapolis Public School Engagement, Education & Outreach Specialist talks about The First Somali Heritage Day with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show
Somali Heritage Day is Saturday Feb. 15th from 11am-4pm at the Davis Center.
Feb 12, 20257 min
Ep 8172-11-24 Theater Latte Da Milo Cramer talks about the upcoming play School Pictures with Q bear on the Afternoon Drive Time
For more information https://www.latteda.org/school-pictures
Feb 12, 20256 min
Ep 8162-10-25 Hennepin County Economic Development Manager Lily Shaw talks about the CEO Start Program with Q Bear on the KMOJ Afternoon Drive
For more information https://www.hennepin.us/en/economic-development/programs/CEO-Start
Feb 12, 20256 min
Ep 8152-10-25 Minneapolis Police Chief talks about significant developments in public safety, from recent violent incidents to ongoing police reforms with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show
Feb 10, 202516 min
Ep 8142-7-25 Minneapolis Mayor Frey talks about Mayor Jacob Frey calling on the Minneapolis City Council to move forward with the City's recommended flexible-open concept for George Floyd Square on the KMOJ Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs
Feb 10, 202510 min
Ep 8132-5-25 Jay Haapala with AARP talks about the "Perfect Scam Podcast" that they have over at AARP with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show
http://aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork
Feb 10, 20259 min
Ep 8122-5-25 Minneappolis Public School Tiki Blackamore, Engagement, Education & Outreach Specialist talks about the events that will Take place to celebrate Black History month with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show
For more information https://www.mpschools.org/about-mps/news/news-details/~board/minneapolis-public-schools-news/post/mps-celebrates-black-history-month-1738178246346
Feb 10, 20258 min
Ep 81102-03-2025 University of Minnesota Medical School Dr. Osterholm Director, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy Professor, Technological Leadership Institute Adjunct Professor talks about restoring public confidience around vaccines with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show
Feb 3, 202514 min
Ep 81001-31-25 Frazier Group Shawna Frazier talks about her home selling and home buying event with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings
Feb 3, 20257 min
Ep 80901-29-2025 Minneapolis Public School Julie Danzl talks about Winter Wellness Week with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show
Jan 29, 20257 min
Ep 80801-29-25 Attorney General Keith Ellison today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general suing to stop the implementation of a new Trump administration policy that orders the withholding of trillions of dollars in funding that every state in the country relies on to provide essential services to millions of Americans. He shares details with Freddie Bell on KMOJ.
Jan 29, 202510 min
Ep 8071-22-25 Minneapolis Public School District Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show
Jan 22, 20257 min