Best KMOJ 89.9 FM “The People’s Station Podcasts (2025)

As we move through the journey of life, confidence becomes one of the most powerful tools we can claim. I’ve had to walk through moments of doubt, shattered dreams, and tough questions of self before I could stand tall and recognize my own worth. Confidence didn’t come overnight — it came with struggle, reflection, and the decision to move forward,…

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08/16/2025-A Magical Day: The Truth About What Black Men Deserve 1:01:19

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This segment is dedicated to our Black men. Too often, the world tells you what you should need, instead of asking what you actually do need. Today, we’re changing that. We’re asking one powerful, honest question: What do you truly need — for support, to win, and to move forward in life? ✨ Think about it like this: if you had one magical day where …

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08/09/2025-Final Episode Conclusion: Grief in our Communities 1:00:12

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Conclusion: Grief in our Communities Final Episode Conclusion ✨ As we close out this series on grief, we reflect on the expectations placed on us, the reality of loss, and the life-changing impact that follows. Grief is not a moment—it’s a journey. It arrives suddenly, without warning, and becomes something we carry as life keeps moving. In this fi…

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08-21-2025 Warren McLean, CEO of NEON, joined us to preview their upcoming Community Conversation on how your zip code can shape health and opportuni 10:21

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Warren McLean shared how NEON’s Community Conversations bring residents, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders together to tackle pressing issues. The next session, Built to Thrive: Don’t Let Your Zip Code Determine Your Lifespan, takes place August 27th at The Minneapolis Club and will feature leaders from Blue Cross Blue Shield, Hennepin Healthcare,…

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08-21-2025 Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams joins Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs, sharing summer highlights, back-to-school updates, and what’s new at Minneapolis Public Schools ... 7:26

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Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs welcomes Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams, who recaps a busy summer including Washburn High School’s 100th birthday celebration and Volunteer Day at South High with RSM. She also shares news about the district’s new ‘Grow Your Own’ program launching this fall to help train the next generation of teachers. Plus, she pr…

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08-21-2025 Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan joins Freddie Bell on the first day of the MN Minnesota State Fair. 8:34

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Peggy Flanagan joins Freddie Bell to discuss Capitol security, the well-being of lawmakers, and how Minnesota is supporting leaders through recent losses and challenges. She shares her vision for restoring stability, encouraging future leaders to serve, and reflects on what the State Fair means for families and community as she looks ahead to repre…

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08-18-25 Minnesota State Representative Cedrick Frazier is running for the office of Hennepin County Attorney. He is also seeking the DFL endorsement. Joined by Attorney General Keith Ellison, Frazier ... 16:29

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8-15-25 Chair of Board of Directors for the Twin Cities Chapter of American Red Cross talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show 7:11

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8-15-25 Kurt Grunske Financial Services Instructor with Summit Academy talks with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show. 8:37

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8-15-25 This morning, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings welcomed back District 622 Superintendent Christine Tucci Osorio, who shared summer highlights, back-to-school tips, and a reminder about vaccinations ... 14:17

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8-13-25 Singer and Actor, T. Michael Rambo, stopped by KMOJ, visiting with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs. He talk about his missing Tuxedo! 13:02

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8-11-25 Andy Maus Cyber Recovery Services Leader joined Freddie Bell this morning on the KMOJ Morning Show with an eye-opening conversation about ransomware recovery and what St. Paul’s recent cyberattack ... 16:42

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8-8-25 End Slavery Minnesota was on the Morning Show talking about their work — and now they’re inviting you to the ESMN Summer Block Party, August 16th from 2 to 6 at 1101 West Broadway. Free fun for ... 9:16

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8-6-25 CAthy McLeer joins us to talk about the 90th anniversary of Social Security — what it’s done for Minnesotans, why it matters, and what’s next. 10:02

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8-4-25 Purposeful Leadership with Chanda Smith Baker, Incoming President & CEO of the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, championing equity, community, and bold impact — with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning ... 16:40

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07-26-2025- Part 3- The Weight We Carry: Grief, Love & Healing 57:50

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🖤 PART 3: The Support This Saturday at 8AM on 89.9 KMOJ | The4Opinions 🎙️ Grief isn’t just about the person feeling the loss— It’s about the village around them too. So many of us want to show up, but don’t know how. What do you say when “I’m sorry” doesn’t feel like enough? How do you hold space for someone without rushing their pain? This week, w…

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07-19-25 Part 2-The Weight We Carry: Grief, Love & Healing 57:34

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Grief doesn’t have a timeline—and healing isn’t linear. But what is true? You don’t have to go through it alone. This episode is a reminder that even in the silence, your pain is valid. Your memories matter. And your healing deserves space. So whether you're deep in it, just beginning to feel the weight, or walking beside someone in their grief—let…

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7-25-25 Adrian Ruddock, VP of Lending & Business Consulting at MEDA, brings over 15 years of finance expertise serving BIPOC entrepreneurs and shares powerful insights on the Promise Act. 11:03

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07-21-25 The fight against Long Covid, Measles, and vaccine hesitancy continues. Dr. Michael Osterholm, Director of the Center for Infectious Disease and Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota ... 13:28

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This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re chatting with Chief Ohara about community safety, local initiatives, and what residents can look forward to this season 17:19

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7-16-25 This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re talking with Shamka Bogan about West Broadway Black Business Week and how it’s shining a spotlight on local Black entrepreneurs ... 8:53

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7-16-25 This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re joined by Gary Hines and Jamecia Bennett of the legendary Sounds of Blackness to talk music, legacy, and what’s next ... 14:15

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07-09-25 This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re joined by Susan Konezny from Neighborhood HealthSource and Abbie from Hennepin County to talk about women’s heart health ... 5:33

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07-09-25 This morning on The Morning Show with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings, we’re talking with Miss Juneteenth Minnesota 2025, Jailynn Brown, about her journey, her crown, and her plans for the year ... 7:56

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07-12-2025- Unapologetic Grief- Why Black Healing Needs New Rules 59:36

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We say “take your time to heal”—but does the world really mean it, especially for Black folks? In this episode of The4Opinions, we’re cutting deep into the stigma around how Black people are expected to grieve, heal, and bounce back like it’s nothing. Whether it's the 3–5 day bereavement policy at work or family traditions that tell us to "just pra…

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07-05-2025- "The Recipe for Healing: A Soulful Dialogue with The Counseling Chef – Tanika West-Moore 1:01:54

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The holidays can be joyful, but for many, they’re also a painful reminder of who’s no longer here. This Saturday, we’re holding space for that grief. Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Tanika West-Moore, affectionately known as “The Counseling Chef.” With over 21 years in the mental health field and a passion for healing through food and sto…

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07-01-25 Jay Haapala from the AARP Fraud Watch Network joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about big-money scams happening right here in our local communities. 12:00

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07-01-25 As part of the Little Moments Count series, Isaiah talks about the power of a smile, positive self-perception, and why representation in books matters so much for young children’s brain development ... 10:26

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6-27-25 Jeffrey Aguy, one of the newly announced 2025 Bush Fellows, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share his bold vision for building stronger communities across Minnesota ... 10:03

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6-27-25 Haakyn joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share how the Pinky Swear Foundation supported him and his family during his childhood cancer treatment. 7:11

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6-27-25 Lynn Farmer, Chief Audience and Engagement Officer at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about the powerful Giants exhibition ... 7:54

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06/28/2025- Title: “From Survival to Healing: The Real Talk We Needed”- Conclusion 1:00:33

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Conclusion: We Ain’t Just Talkin’—We Healin’ As we close out this powerful two-month series on Black and Minority Mental Health, The4Opinions didn’t just bring conversation—we brought real ones to the mic. This final episode hit different. We were joined by Adoniyah Israel, who broke it all the way down on how mental health is deeply connected to b…

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6/21/2025-We All We Got: Strengthening Black Community Structure, Juneteenth and More... 1:03:45

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Let’s Talk Juneteenth: Freedom, Reflection, and the Fight for True Unity June 19, 1865—more than two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation—Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas to inform the last remaining enslaved Black people that they were finally free. This moment became known as Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebra…