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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

Ep 8061-17-25 Alzheimer's Association Minnesota-Nassise Geleta talks about how to manage Alzheimer's with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on KMOJ Morning Show

Jan 22, 20255 min

Ep 8051-17-24 District 622 Superintendent Christine Tucci Osorio talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show

Jan 22, 202514 min

Ep 8041-15-24 Minneapolis Public School Roosevelt Senior and MPS School Board Memeber Leo Peralta talks about his experience being a student board member with Chantel SinGs on the Morning Show

Jan 15, 20259 min

Ep 8031-15-24 U of M alum G. Phillip Shoultz, III of VocalEssence talks with Chantel Sings on the Morning Show about The University of Minnesota 44th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute Concert on Sunday, January 19, at 3 pm

On Sunday, January 19, at 3 pm, the University of Minnesota will present the 44th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute Concert at Ted Mann Concert Hall. This year’s theme, "Light Transforming Darkness," promises an inspiring celebration of music, reflections, and community. The concert will also be live-streamed.The program, hosted and curated by U of M alum G. Phillip Shoultz, III of VocalEssence, weaves the words of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with reflections and musical performances from the greater Twin Cities community. Featured performers include Kamoinge Strings of Walker West Music Academy, VocalEssence Singers Of This Age, Jornae Dance Collective led by U of M alum Suzette Jornae Gilreath, Youth Speakers mentored by Joe Davis Poetry, and more.

Jan 15, 20258 min

Ep 8021-14-25 Dr. Michelle D. Sherman, who co-authored the upcoming book, Loving Someone with a Mental Illness talks with Chantel SingS on the Morning Show about mental health challenges in the Minneapolis community

Jan 14, 202512 min

Ep 8011-13-25 Nubiah Taylor a licensed Advanced Practice Esthetician Instructor, school manager, and the proud owner of Taylor’d Cosmetology School talks about her business with Q Bear on the Afternoon Drive Time

Jan 13, 20259 min

Ep 8001-13-25 Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara joins Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about the latest going in Minneapolis

Jan 13, 202513 min

Ep 7991-13-25 Jenna Pogorels at the Alzheimer’s Association talks about the key signs of Alzheimer's with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show

If you, or someone you know, is facing any type of dementia, our Alzheimer’s Association MN-ND Chapter is here to help,” says Haley-Franklin. “You are not alone. Anyone can access free assistance through our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900, our education classes and support groups for people living with dementia or caregivers.” More details are available at alz.org/mnnd.

Jan 13, 202510 min

Ep 7981-10-25 St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry talks about community police Initiatives and decline in violent crime with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show

Jan 10, 20259 min

Ep 7971-8-25 Minneapolis Public School Cavan Gahagan Adult Education Program Manager talks about the adult education program with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show

Jan 10, 20254 min

Ep 7961-8-25 Minneapolis Public Schools Edgar Alfonso Director of Engagement talks about The School Finder fair with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show

For more information https://minneapolisschoolfinder.org/school-fair/

Jan 10, 20253 min

Ep 7951-3-25 Mayor Jacob Frey talks about the changes that will be coming in the New year at the Mayor's office with Freddie Bell and Chantal Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show

Jan 10, 202512 min

Ep 78912-16-24 Santa Larry First National Santa talks about The Black History history he's made with Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show

Jan 10, 202512 min

Ep 79012-16-24 Angel Fields Mitchell Marketing Director of Salvation Army Northern Division talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning show about what Salvation Army is all about especially during this Holiday season

Jan 10, 20257 min

Ep 79412-30-24 Dr. Mary Hyde, Director, Research and Evaluation with AmeriCorps talks about AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism named Minnesota as the third ranking state for formal volunteering in the nation as highlighted in the latest Volunteering and Civic Life in America research Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Mo

Jan 10, 20257 min

Ep 79312-23-2024 Covid vaccines are doing their job in keeping people out of the hospital or worse. Dr. Michael Osterholm, Regents professor at the University of Minnesota sits down with Freddie Bell

Dr. Michael Osterholm is a renowned epidemiologist, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, and one of the nation’s leading voices on public health crises. With the recent decrease in the number of COVID cases, emerging data on Long COVID, and growing concerns about avian influenza, Dr. Osterholm’s insights are more crucial than ever. He talks with KMOJ's Freddie Bell.

Dec 23, 202413 min

Ep 79212-23-2024 The Pan-African Kwanzaa Celebration gets underway for seven days starting December 26th. Freddie Bell has the details.

Ankhet Hesi-Ra, Senior Consultant of Communications and Media Ppesence for the Cultural Wellness Center says the Midtown Global Market is the location for this year's Kwanzaa Celebration. It takes place 11am to 2pm from seven days beginning December 26, 2024. She says the event is a sacred celebration acknowledging an unbreakable spirit.

Dec 23, 20245 min

Ep 79112-20-2024 Snow days can be tricky! Learn more with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs.

Given this week's first major snowstorm, Christine Tucci Osorio, Superintendent of Schools, District 622 shares a behind-the-scenes look at the three major considerations when deciding to call for a Snow day or an E-Learning day.

Dec 20, 202417 min

Ep 78812-03-24 Join Patrick Hanlon, Minneapolis Health Department Deputy Commissioner. and Q Bear on the KMOJ Afternoon Drive as they dive into the important details about the Minneapolis Health Department's Energy Rebates Program. The dynamic duo discusses how the program is helping Minneapolis homeowners save money, improve home comfort, and reduce environmental impact through energy-efficiency upgrades.

For more information about energy rebates and how to apply go to minneapolismn.gov/energy-rebates

Dec 10, 20246 min

Ep 78712-10-24 Join Patrick Hanlon, Minneapolis Health Department Deputy Commissioner. and Q Bear on the KMOJ Afternoon Drive as they dive into the important details about the Minneapolis Health Department's Energy Rebates Program. The dynamic duo discusses how the program is helping Minneapolis homeowners save money, improve home comfort, and reduce environmental impact through energy-efficiency upgrades.

For more information about energy rebates and how to apply go to minneapolismn.gov/energy-rebates

Dec 10, 20246 min