KMOJ's Community Viewpoint

4Opinions and Guest Dr. Rashida, Mental Health Therapist, helps us navigate and bring awareness to the secrets of mental issues within the community.

4Opinions discusses the rapid awareness of different salaries amongst the African American community in the television world.

4Opinions with guest Lemar Green and Adoniyah Israel, founder and CEO of People Living Upon Greatness, discuss resources available for those convicted and incarcerated: shelter resources, support groups, job placement, and more. There is life after incarceration.

Wrapping up 2023 with the 4opinions, what are some things that changed your life in 2023, what will you take with you, and what are you leaving behind in 2023?

4 opinions discuss major plans to execute positioning yourself before 2024. We discuss tools and methods for how you can position yourself to win.

4Opinions discusses the added stress of Christmas, discovering ways to get back to tradition, and some tips on eliminating stress for families this year.

4Opinions discusses both sides of cheating, the reasoning, and the whys of how cheating becomes beneficial for either party.

How does the community feel about social media's heavy presence of women and exploitation?

Gain confidence in knowing your greatness and potential.

How to create a world that still normalizes emotional intelligence, is it still needed for today's society, and how to continue gaining insight on emotional awareness and intelligence.

Thanksgiving is the season to be Thankful. The 4opinions challenged our audience to pay attention to what they were "thankful" beyond the usual.

4Opinions discusses punitive love in relationships and its toxicity of it.

4Opinions discusses Love and Finances. Who pays for what, and is this a topic for relationships?

Let's discuss the real issues of a cheater, the ones who have cheated, and what is cheating.

Join the 4Opinions this Saturday on 89.9 KMOJ with guests two-time breast cancer survivor Pamela Weems......, Anika Robbins, Victoria M Robinson, and Sharon Young We will talk about the importance of early detection to prevent breast cancer. Our guest will share their stories on the fight to survive breast cancer and how important it is to have a strong support circle while battling cancer.We will discuss resources, mammogram sites, and how to look for early signs of breast cancer.Join us Saturday, 8 a.m. on 89.9 KMOJ, The People's Station.

The 4 Opinions goes in-depth to look into the personal story of Kirk Franklin as he shares his journey to find his father. We will share experiences of similar situations and weigh in on the community's thoughts and opinions. Come with us as we "unpack this."

Who are the critical outsiders that can pour into a relationship? The biggest question of today is why are we allowing outsiders to give input on a duo relationship.

In today's society, there are so many different journeys to choose from to assist in getting healthier mentally. However, most conversations are spent talking and reflecting on the "other" party or the responsible party for the disarray. The 4 Opinions breaks down the Self-Love Movement and our opinions on what it should actually be to obtain healthy results.

4Opinions discusses healthy solutions to deal with business promotions or elevations when dealing with friendships and close connections, and how to react and become more secure in your business moves and ideas.

The cold season is when everyone’s coupling up, so you settle for a new relationship way below your standards.

Love bombing is a form of psychological and emotional abuse that involves a person going above and beyond for you to manipulate you into a relationship with them. It looks different for every person, but it usually consists of some form of Excessive flattery and praise.

Racial tensions in Montgomery Dock Brawl, the community speaks.

Come with us as we discuss the breakdown with Natasha Mayne, the life coach, motivational speaker, and attorney. She is renowned for her regal, eclectic, bold, opinionated, and eccentric style. . We will talk about her philosophy on the ten top factors of why couples end up in court for divorce.

When approaching the idea of marriage, vows were the number one highlight of the ceremony. With high divorce rates and infidelity, is vows still necessary for marriage? Who and what defies the depth of creating and vowing to?

Let's start the 2024 school year with ideas to help create great environments for our children at home and while in school. Our special guest, Ms. Aqueel and Mr. O, discusses personal challenges within our school systems, how family dynamics and structure play an important role, and creative plans to execute before school begins.

The True Journey to Entrepreneurship with CEO Wayland Pierson and Yolanda Pierson. Owners of Piersons and Sons Trucking Company. Join them as they discuss the stages of becoming a successful entrepreneur, how to balance life, choosing to become a business owner, and how important it is to have a foundation on the journey.

As we go through life and its transitions. This week we share our rants, topics that we need to recant and to offer our resolutions and opinions.

There comes a time in life; well, your perspective changes on things that you believe in. THis week the4opinions takes a look at some of the things in this world that deserves a rant. Or media issues that can be recanted. However, what ever it may be, there must be an opinion of how to resolve it.

Bukwon Holland talks about Golden Thyme a black owned coffee shop right in the heart of the community.

Special Guest; Community Activist and Leader Teto Wilson, Positive Image CEO; Terry Austin, and Community Leader David Jones, take on a journey to discuss the roles of Fatherhood. Each Guest shares stories of the importance of Fatherhood and gives wisdom to all fathers in the community.

4Opinions dive into the definition of loyalty. What do we require in loyalty, and are there expectations for it to be reciprocated.

Father's Day is celebrated on June 18, come with us as we take the Month of June to celebrate "Fathers" this week we take the time to highlight the role of "stepfather" and just as important their roles are in the family dynamics and foundation.

Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the U.S. since 1949. Every year during the month of May, NAMI joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. 4 Opinions discuss providing support, educating the public, and advocating for policies that support the millions of people in the U.S. affected by mental illness.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. 4 Opinions take you on a journey to discuss the road to seeking a healthy mental state. Guest Mental Health Therapist and Educator; Dr. Rashida discuss how to create spaces to keep one healthy in all aspects of life, how to discover mental health awareness, create foundations and lifestyles to stay healthy, and resources to obtain help.

4 Opinions discuss ways to seek and identify Mental Health therapists and help for those who are struggling with mental health.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Dr. Rashida Licensed Therapist and Educator joins 4Opinions to navigate and help breakdown ways to increase acknowledging Mental Health and it's Awareness. Each host shares intimate stories of identifying the journey to seeking help during mental health crisis's.

Black men discuss the rhetoric of the new media blogs, "The ManOSphere" Black men discuss topics and strengths to build black men foundations.

With the mind engaged as part of the romance process, lists become very valuable. Have society become to obsessed with creating a "list" for relationships. Is this a Do or Don't prior to dating.

4Opinions discuss the ever-so relevant topics of Black Americans still not seeking mental health therapy, or feeling that there is a great need to seek therapy.

Traditionally, in relationships women are always gifted feminine gifts... like flowers, perfume etc. In a social media experiment, women decided to give men flowers and the reactions were unexpected to most and challenged from both sides. Has it became the norm to give me roses while in a romantic relationship and if so , how did the times change.

4Opinions discuss the question of while you are in a relationship who is to love more in the relationship, the male or the female. Are percentages required for relationships today? Will a relationship be able to have longevity if each parties are not giving there part in the relationship.

4 Opinions explore the pros and cons of the dating scene in the Twin Cities. Together we will share experiences of how dating has affected the journey's to obtaining sustainable relationships in the Twin Cities. Each guest share some of the tools you may need in finding that special someone. Together with 4 Opinions, we have special guests; Alex Merritt the Love Engineer, Leslie Young, Prince Corbett and Counselor and Educator Rashida Fisher aka the Love Doctor . This show was made possible in part with support from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund

4 Opinions talk about the spirit of Delusion, the world has taken on a great role to not face everyday issues and to most seems as if they have created a independent world of delusion. 4 Opinions break down how and what to do if you are connected with someone who walks in the spirit of delusion. Is it worth the approach to change the thinking?

KayCyy has made a business out of vibes. Infusing surrealistic soundscapes with metallic vocals and impressionistic lyrics that spill out like secrets, the 24-year-old GRAMMY-winning ,Kenyan born, Minnesota native merges confidence with clandestine cool, delivering sleek, immersive songs for a new generation of ragers. He blends those gifts wherever he goes, from Ye’s Donda—where he made multiple contributions—to “Flew By You,” a dreamlike single.

Disruptive Narratives highlight people impacted by history and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment but may not have a seat at the table and may not feel seen. This is space for people radically re-imagining a path forward but not necessarily a space for those who are unpersuaded by the need for a better world where Black futures matter. We are focused on sharing perspectives that are often unshared or unheard because they challenge what we think we know. In this program, guests are the experts of their own reality.Stayci Bell is a daughter, mother, grandmother, gardener, photographer, actress, puppeteer, healer, leader and story tell. Stayci defines her self as an Everything-ist. Her work has been on Nicollet Mall, in church basements, in homeless shelters, and in the Guthrie Theater as part of Zamia Theater. Stayci is a grower of plants and people.

Disruptive Narratives highlight people impacted by history and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment but may not have a seat at the table and may not feel seen. This is space for people radically re-imagining a path forward but not necessarily a space for those who are unpersuaded by the need for a better world where Black futures matter. We are focused on sharing perspectives that are often unshared or unheard because they challenge what we think we know. In this program, guests are the experts of their own reality.Stayci Bell is a daughter, mother, grandmother, gardener, photographer, actress, puppeteer, healer, leader and story tell. Stayci defines her self as an Everything-ist. Her work has been on Nicollet Mall, in church basements, in homeless shelters, and in the Guthrie Theater as part of Zamia Theater. Stayci is a grower of plants and people.

Disruptive Narratives highlight people impacted by history and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment but may not have a seat at the table and may not feel seen. This is space for people radically re-imagining a path forward but not necessarily a space for those who are unpersuaded by the need for a better world where Black futures matter. We are focused on sharing perspectives that are often unshared or unheard because they challenge what we think we know. In this program, guests are the experts of their own reality.Today in part two of a two-part episode, Dr. Lewis discusses their experiences in academia. Dr. Moten is a Black Feminist Historian who specializes in 20th Century United States and Women’s/Gender History with a specialization in African American Women’s History. She recently authored the book Continually Working, which tells the stories of Black working women who resisted employment inequality in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from the 1940s to the 1970s.

Disruptive Narratives highlight people impacted by history and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment but may not have a seat at the table and may not feel seen. This is space for people radically re-imagining a path forward but not necessarily a space for those who are unpersuaded by the need for a better world where Black futures matter. We are focused on sharing perspectives that are often unshared or unheard because they challenge what we think we know. In this program, guests are the experts of their own reality.Today in part one of a two-part episode, Dr. Lewis discusses their experiences in academia. Dr. Moten is a Black Feminist Historian who specializes in 20th Century United States and Women’s/Gender History with a specialization in African American Women’s History. She recently authored the book Continually Working, which tells the stories of Black working women who resisted employment inequality in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from the 1940s to the 1970s.