“KMOJ’s Community Viewpoint” is a podcast series created by KMOJ-89.9 FM Radio “The People’s Station”. These conversations explore issues and perspectives critical to the health and well-being of all members of the communities of color we serve. Since first going “on the air” in 1976, KMOJ-89.9-FM continues its legacy as the community-oriented station located in Minneapolis, Minnesota airing a predominantly urban adult contemporary format. “KMOJ’s Community Viewpoint” is one way the station ...
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KMOJ 89.9 FM “The People’s Station Podcasts
Select programming from KMOJ's airwaves and community voices. Since first going “on the air” in 1976, KMOJ-89.9-FM continues its legacy as the community-oriented station located in Minneapolis, Minnesota airing a predominantly urban adult contemporary format. “KMOJ’s Community Viewpoint” is one way the station achieves its mission of engaging, supporting and empowering Communities of Color to elevate the way of life of the people of its community and to challenge social and economic disparit ...
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Welcome to the Disruptive Narratives podcast with host, Dr. Brittany Lewis. In these episodes, we will be highlighting people who are impacted by histories and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment, but do not often have a seat at the table and may not feel seen. This is a space for people that are in a place of radically reimagining 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 ...
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11-12-25 Michael Bland, former percussionist for Prince, joins Freddie Bell.
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11-10-25 Alero Ogisi, Account Specialist at Genesys Works. She shares how the organization is opening doors for students of color and first-generation college students and connecting them to real-world ...
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11-10-25 Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara talks about challenging times in the community with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show.
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11-6-25 Angie Craft, Director of Surface Water and Sewers for Minneapolis Public Works, talks about career opportunities, trainee programs, and building a resilient city workforce with Freddie Bell and ...
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11-5-25 Jay Haapala from AARP talks about current scams and how to protect your money with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show.
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11-5-25 Fair School for Arts Principal Mary Pat Cumming talks about the connection between arts and mental health with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show.
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11-4-25 Dianne Haulcy talks about Little Moments Count and early brain development with Walter “Q-Bear” Banks Jr. on KMOJ Drive Time.
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Let’s Talk Black Men & Health Fellas — it’s time to talk about it. High blood pressure, strokes, mental health, and the stigma of “toughing it out.” Too many of our brothers are fighting silent battles, and we’re saying no more. Join us as we break down what’s really going on with Black men and their health — from physical to mental, from the docto…
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10-25-2025-Get Up and Go: Turning Life’s Challenges Into Comebacks”
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1:01:40Life will always throw challenges our way — moments that test our strength, shake our faith, and sometimes knock us off our feet. But here’s the truth: it’s not about how many times you fall, it’s about how many times you get back up. Don’t let your circumstances rewrite your story or change your narrative. Growth happens when you choose to rise ab…
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11-1-2025-Surviving the Shutdown: Mental Check-Ins in Unstable Times
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58:39With the government shutdown shaking things up, a lot of folks are feeling the pressure — wondering how to keep food on the table, pay bills, and stay grounded while the world feels unstable. Communities everywhere are in a frenzy, trying to figure out what the future looks like and how to protect their families from the impact of government freeze…
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10/4/2025- Blueprint for a New You: What’s in Your Toolbox?
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1:01:17Rebuilding takes time — but it also takes tools. When you’re fixing or creating something new, you don’t show up empty-handed. If you’re building a house, you grab what you need: a hammer to secure the frame, a screwdriver to tighten every corner, and the right materials to make it solid. But what happens when you’re rebuilding your life? You still…
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10-31-2025 ISD Superintendent of Schools visits Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs !
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6:45Christine Tucci Osorio, Superintendent of Schools at District 622, shares about new developments at the District level, steps to improve school safety, and reminded listeners to vote.By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”
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10-29-25 It’s the KMOJ Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings- Atlanta’s own bdifferent is back with his new single ‘LMDS’ featuring Hotboii,’ streaming everywhere now
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10-29-25 It’s Principal Appreciation Month, and this morning with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we welcome Roosevelt High School Principal Christian Ledesma.
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10-24-25 Jonathan Pulphus, author of With My People: Life, Justice, and Activism Beyond the University, talks about the Ferguson Uprising, student activism, and the toll of organizing with Freddie Bell ...
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10-24-25 Tessa Wayhe, Artability Program Manager and Lead Teaching Artist at People Incorporated, talks about the Artability Art Show & Sale and the connection between creativity and mental health with ...
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10-23-25 Martha Swanson, Director of Enrollment Management and Student Placement Services for Minneapolis Public Schools, talks about enrollment season and the upcoming School Finder Fair with Freddie ...
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10-22-25 Demitri McGee of Build Wealth MN and 9000 Equities talks about the Fourth Annual Black Men’s Legacy Summit and the importance of building and protecting family legacies with Freddie Bell and Chantel ...
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10-20-25 Allison Barmann, Executive Director of Genesys Works Twin Cities, talks about helping youth from underserved communities access career success with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ...
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10-17-25 Kevin Lindsey of the Minnesota Humanities Center talks about $21.4 million in new grant opportunities for the 2025–2027 biennium with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show.
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10-17-25 La’Shae S. talks about the Charity Marathon Walk for congenital limb awareness hosted by Sojourn Retreat Shelter with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show.
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10-15-25 Josh Downham, lobbyist for Minneapolis Public Schools, talks about legislative priorities, funding, and school safety with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show.
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10-14-25 Emmy Award–winning comedian and radio host Shaletta Brundidge talks about the Job Fair & Brunch for Black Women with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show.
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10-13-25 Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara talks about crime trends, community engagement, and public safety with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show
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10-10-25 KMOJ highlights the upcoming Charles R. Drew Blood Drive hosted by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show
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10-10-25 Marquetta, a Jeremiah Program Minneapolis mom and NHCC student, talks about balancing motherhood and college, her work with Hennepin County, and her journal I Am Enough with Freddie Bell and Chantel ...
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10-8-25 Alyssa Thiede curator of Hennepin History Museum and Dr. Christopher P. Lehman author and professor at St. Cloud State University talk about the new exhibit Winston: A Woman’s Fight for Freedom ...
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10-8-25 Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams talks about Let’s Roll MPS, family-teacher conferences, MEA, and other important dates with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show.
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10-6-25 Tim J. Carroll Preservation Society Manager and Archivist for Hennepin Arts and Maria Barraco owner of Animal Vintage talk about Glam Jam, the Vintage Market, and Purple Rain exhibits with Freddie ...
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10-6-25 Ethan Ethan Fawley Vision Zero Program Coordinator for the City of Minneapolis talks about speed camera throught minneapolis with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show
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10-6-25 Percussionist Michael Bland drops by to Chat with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs
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8:23Celebrated Drummer for Prince, Michael Bland reflects on his time with Prince as he tackles new projects.By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”
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10-3-25 Hennepin County Attorney joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the Morning Show to discuss Extreme Risk Protection Orders and the new Non-Public-Safety Traffic Stop Policy
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10-1-25 Jay Haapala from AARP Minnesota joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to warn listeners about QR code scams and how to stay safe.
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10-1-25 Jennifer Bordon, Active Living Coordinator with Minneapolis Public Schools, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day, Let’s Roll ...
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9-29-25 Dr. Michael Osterholm joins Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show! He shares timely insights on public health, community wellness, and how current events impact our daily lives
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09-27-2025-The Truth About Self-Love with the Queen of Shine
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1:00:49Every day we’re bombarded with the language of self-care and self-love—told it’s the secret sauce, the game changer, the key to leveling up our lives. But what does that really mean? Who defines it? And how do you create a version that’s authentic for your journey? This Saturday on The Four Opinions, we’re bringing in Dorothy Inez-Deltufo Dorothy'I…
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9-25-26 Shawna Frazier of The Frazier Group joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share details about the October 4th Home Seller Seminar with special guest Fola Badewa, plus ...
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9-24-25 Actress and educator Constance Anderson joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to announce her new comedic web series, Principle of The Principal, set to begin filming this ...
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9-24-25 Fanny Newton, Engagement, Education & Outreach Specialist, joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and highlight how MPS is ...
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9-23-25 Demitrea Kelley of the Mikayla Sarai Foundation joined Q bear on the KMOJ Afternoon Drive Time to mark Sickle Cell Awareness Month and share how listeners can help through donations, volunteering ...
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9-22-25 Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings this morning on the KMOJ Morning Show, sharing important updates for the community.
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9-22-25 Jaqui Howard, founder of Spyce Pilates, joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings this morning on the KMOJ Morning Show to share her vision for creating an inclusive Pilates studio and community space ...
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9-20-2025 Unmasking the Pain: A Suicide Prevention Conversation
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59:46“This Saturday, September 20th at 8AM, join us live on The 4 Opinions for a powerful conversation in honor of Suicide Prevention Month, only on 89.9 KMOJ The People’s Station. We’re diving deep into one of the toughest but most necessary topics in our community—mental health and suicide prevention. Too often, the struggles our people face stay hidd…
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09-13-2025 -Unapologetically Me: A Season of Self-Care
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58:15This season, we’re not apologizing for taking care of ourselves. Too often, we feel guilty for resting, for saying no, or for putting our mental health first. But let’s be clear—self-care isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. You can’t show up strong for your family, your community, or your purpose if you’re running on empty. Fall is about release and …
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09-06-2025 Autumn Awakening: A Mental Health Reset
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59:48The fall season is officially here—leaves changing, air crisp, hoodies out, and new vibes in the atmosphere. But let’s keep it real: fall ain’t just about pumpkin spice and bonfires… it’s about change. Change of season, change of surroundings, and change within ourselves. And with every change, we gotta check in on something major—our mental health…
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9-19-19 Amanda Moua and Mohamed Sallam joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share their new partnership supporting Page Scholars with advising, financial aid, and career development ...
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9-19-25 Shahir Ahmed from the Neighborhood Development Center joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share how small businesses can get ready for Round 2 of Minnesota’s PROMISE ...
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9-19-25 Superintendent Christine Tucci Osorio joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings this morning on the KMOJ Morning Show for “Chat with Christine,” sharing back-to-school updates, safety measures, and ...
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9-17-25 Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show with back-to-school updates and district highlights.
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9-10-25 Brandon Button, Director of Literacy & Humanities for Minneapolis Public Schools, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show. He’ll share why Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams ...
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