Best WBL Podcasts (2025)

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A Break Down of Trump, Immigration, ICE, Straw Poll & Tafoya 1:52:53

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Welcome to the spiciest and longest episode (to date) of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky! Join Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr as they speak with guests Julius Hernandez and Preya Samsundar, who offer their perspectives on Governor Tim Walz’s handling of fraud, ICE raids in Minnesota, and the upcoming gubernatorial and Senate races. Highli…

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A Break Down of Harassment, Fraud, and the Governor’s Race 1:54:39

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Welcome to another episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky!’ Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr return to discuss the recent harassment that led to an unscheduled pause in recording podcast episodes. Michael and Becky then shift to the important topic of fraud in Minnesota and its implications for the 2026 election. They examine the claim…

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A Break Down with Congressman Brad Finstad: Shutdowns, Ag, and Accountability 46:44

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Welcome to another episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘! In this episode, hosts Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with Congressman Brad Finstad, who represents Minnesota’s First Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. The discussion covers the recent government shutdown, the frustration on both sides, and th…

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A Break Down on Frey's Win and Running Mates 1:04:45

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Welcome to another episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘! In this episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr bring a more relaxed discussion after last week’s intense roundtable episode! The duo dives into election updates, including news that Ryan Wilson has been named Speaker Lisa Demuth’s…

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A Break Down on the '25 Elections: Turnout, Trends & Takeaways 1:35:56

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Welcome to Season 4 of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘, with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr. Michael and Becky return after a brief hiatus to dive deep into the most recent political developments. This week’s episode kicks off with a heated political roundtable featuring guests Julius Hernandez, from the left, and Preya Samsundar, from …

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Jeff Pearlman - New York Times Best Selling Author Of: "Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur" - S6:E7 58:03

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New York Times Best Selling author, Jeff Pearlman joined me today in The Sports Deli for one of the most fascinating conversations that I've ever had. I can't thank Jeff enough for his time and for being so gracious. We covered a lot of ground in this episode and truly hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Jeff Pearlman breaks down Tupac’s life like …

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A Break Down with Jim Rubin: The Fight to Save Minneapolis 1:11:18

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Welcome to another episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘, with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr. This week, they are joined by Jim Rubin, a Minneapolis-based business leader and co-founder of Mint Properties, who shares his insights on the city’s declining housing and public safety landscape. Jim discusses his participation in the do…

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A Break Down with Ryan Wilson: Tackling Fraud in Minnesota 1:01:05

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Welcome to another episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘, with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr. In this episode, Michael and Becky welcome back Ryan Wilson, attorney and chair of the Minnesota chapter of America First Policy Institute, to discuss his recent op-ed, ‘Enough is Enough. It’s Time to Stop the Fraud.’ The conversation del…

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A Break Down with Joe Teirab: Why Mary Moriarty's Traffic Stop Policy Is Wrong 59:34

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In this episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky‘, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr dive into current public safety issues against the backdrop of fall with guest Joe Teirab, an attorney and former federal prosecutor at the US Attorney’s Office in Minneapolis. The conversation centers on Joe’s recent Star Tribune op-ed criticizing Hennep…

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Bonus Episode: A Break Down with Rep. Elliott Engen on WBL School Safety 20:34

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky!’ In this episode, host Michael Brodkorb explores the disturbing case of a 22-year-old man with a criminal record who allegedly used a false identity to enroll in multiple high schools in Minnesota. Joining him is Representative Elliot Engen to discuss the systemic failur…

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A Break Down about 'A Precarious State' with Rick Kupchella 46:19

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Welcome to the latest episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.’ This week, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by veteran journalist and filmmaker Rick Kupchella. Rick discusses his latest documentary, ‘A Precarious State,’ which delves into the social, political, and economic crossroads facing Minnesota. With over 30 years of e…

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A Break Down with Senator Julia Coleman on Motherhood, Messaging & Modern Republicanism 1:00:22

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Welcome to the latest episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.’ This week, hosts Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Assistant Minority Leader Senator Julia Coleman. Elected as a Republican in 2020, Senator Coleman represents Carver County. She shares her journey from running for the Chanhassen City Council while nine months …

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Bonus Episode: A Break Down with Rep. Nolan West on Civility 39:16

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky!' In this episode, hosts Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr pause the regular political chaos to highlight the importance of meaningful leadership. Michael and Becky are joined by Representative Nolan West, a Republican from Blaine, Minnesota, known for his collaborative a…

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A Break Down of Gun Policy: From Gun Owner to Reformer 1:19:34

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Welcome to the latest episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,' which dives into recent policy discussions and political developments. Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr welcome Mounds View Mayor Zach Lindstrom to discuss his recent op-ed on gun control and his evolving views as a gun owner and hunter. They delve into the complexities of …

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A Break Down About The Assassination of Charlie Kirk 1:01:31

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Welcome to the latest episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.'In this week's episode, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr shift focus from their planned discussion to address the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, which occurred while he was speaking at a college campus. Michael and Becky explore the impact of escalating political vi…

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The Sports Deli Podcast - Matt and Christina Mauser - S6:E6 1:38:20

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Matt Mauser joined us today for an incredibly inspiring episode. Matt's wife, Christina was a coach at Kobe Bryant's Mamba Academy and was on the helicopter that Kobe, Gigi and 7 others we're unfortunately on that fateful day on 1/26/20. I first saw Matt on America's Got Talent and reached out to him to come on the show and he graciously accepted. …

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A Break Down about Guns, Safety, and the Politics in Between 1:12:38

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Welcome to the latest episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.' This week, Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb welcome Bryan Strawser, Chairman of the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus, for a timely and in-depth discussion following the tragic Annunciation Church shooting. Together, they break down the facts, policy debates, and political reacti…

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A Break Down About the Tragedy at Annunciation Church and School 1:07:19

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In this heart-wrenching episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky', hosts Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr pivot from their planned political discussion to focus on the tragic shooting at Annunciation Church and School in Minneapolis. The shooting, which occurred during an all-school mass, left 18 wounded and claimed the lives of two youn…

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A Break Down About Uber-Lyft, Lies, and Regent Selection 1:04:08

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Welcome to another episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky', with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr. This week, Michael and Becky dive deep into the week's hot political topics. They discuss the ongoing drama surrounding Minneapolis mayoral candidate and State Senator Omar Fateh, whose dishonesty over threats over contentious Uber-Lyft l…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E31 - @Redd_Vibz, Rosie & Roofus 16:51

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The amazing Riley joined me today along with Rosie and Roofus on her late brothers 10th anniversary of his unfortunate death as well as her 7-month anniversary of being clean. Riley is a hairdresser (and can do feet and nails but chooses not to) and loves the beach and good vibes. Remember, help is only a call away. You can dial 988 if you're havin…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E30 - Doc Michael, Herbalist Abby, Frankie & YO! Rosco! 28:06

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Dr. Michael McEnany Michael McEnany attended Wake Forest University’s School of Medicine and completed his residency training in Emergency Medicine at the University of New Mexico. He is currently an Emergency Medicine physician at Northern Inyo Hospital in Bishop, CA. His interests include connecting with the natural world and learning to play the…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E29 - Tiffani & Peyton (Not Manning) 11:13

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Teacher Tiffani & dog Peyton (Not Manning) joined the show today. Tiffany became a teacher after covid and loves it! She's inspired by her sister, a teacher of 30 years. Peyton loves balls and check out this episode to find out what Tiffany's love language is. Remember, you can always dial 988 if you're having a hard day and someone will be there 2…

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A Break Down About Police, Politics, and Polls 1:18:32

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Join us in this episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky’, with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr. This week, Michael and Becky Scherr are joined by David FitzSimmons, Chief of Staff for Congressman Brad Finstad, and a former state representative known for his political acumen. The discussion kicks off with President Donald Trump's recent…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E28 - Archie (Bunker?), Lulu, Piper, Carol & Jill 13:29

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This S1:E28 episode of The Dog Beach Diaries featured Archie (Bunker?), Lulu, Piper, Carol & Jill. Max out your 401k and go on lots of dates was the advice from Carol and Jill as we discussed a number of different topics. Thanks for watching and/or listening and remember, you are not alone. You can always dial 988 24/7/365 and someone will be there…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E27 - Stevie Nicks, Kelsey, Simcha & Becca 18:40

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Thank you for joining us today for S1:E27 of The Dog Beach Diaries featuring Stevie Nicks, Kelsey, Simcha & Becca. Kels is a history teacher and Becca has a Tidepool exploration company that you can find at, https://www.seatoshoreexplorers.com. Their dogs are great and we had a great conversation. Thanks for your support and remember you can always…

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A Break Down with Andy Brehm: From Baseball to Ballots 1:02:01

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Welcome to another fantastic episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,' with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr. This week, hosts Michael and Becky are joined by Andy Brehm, Star Tribune columnist, corporate lawyer, and vocal Republican from Minnesota. Andy discusses his recent op-eds in the Star Tribune, highlighting his views on the Minn…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1 E26 - Matt, Father Neil & Phoebe 28:28

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This episode with Matt the attorney, Neil his father and Matt's dog Phoebe was one of my favorite episodes out of the over 225 I've done since 2020. Matt has a tremendously authentic and polarizing personality and although his journey has had great success thus far, the best is yet to come. His dad is still working in his 60s on planes (not trains …

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E25 - Malia & Sage 15:46

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Malia loves animals and plans on being in the animal field for a long time. Her and her dog Sage have a special bond. She recommends pet insurance and you don't want to miss her favorite tatoo and who she'd like to have dinner with if she could. Finally, Malia asks me some questions so stick around until the end. Remember, you can always dial 988 i…

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A Break Down About Special Elections, DSA Platform, Naked Man at the Capitol, and an Axe Murderer 55:15

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Welcome to another fantastic episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,' with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr. In this episode, they begin by discussing the upcoming special elections for three vacant seats in the Minnesota legislature, including those left vacant by the resignation of Senator Nicole Mitchell and the death of Senator Bru…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - Kris & Booga (& Calypso) - S1:E24 19:55

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Kris rescued Booga and Calypso and sometimes Booga acts like a cat and Calypso acts like a dog. Kris loves to travel and is studying to be an interior designer. She loves to use her hands, all love languages, and the arts. This episode is brought to you by my you tube shop. I have nearly 1,500 items you can check out and I may make a commission if …

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S6:E5 - The Rube Goldberg Special Edition 15:35

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Life is like a box of chocolates. Sometimes surprise and change gets the job done, other times it's the road less traveled and other times it's simplicity and execution.

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A Break Down About Chaos at the Minneapolis DFL Convention 56:44

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Welcome to the latest episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,' where Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr tackle the complex and chaotic world of politics and current affairs. This week, Michael shares a harrowing personal story of an arson attack on his home. The discussion then shifts to a detailed analysis with special guest Darwin Fors…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E23 - Amelia, Sara & Alfi 18:29

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Amelia and Sara, partners in life joined me today along with their 9-month old pup, Alfie! Alfie has taught them so much about life especially about patience. I truly enjoyed their transparency and their loving and kind spirits individually and collectively. We hope you enjoy today's episode and remember, you can always dial, 988 if you're having a…

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July 17, 2025: A Break Down of Sen. Nicole Mitchell’s Trial, Epstein’s Client List Mystery, and Michael Brodkorb’s Substack Launch 59:00

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Welcome back to 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky'! In this action-packed episode, hosts Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr cover a wide array of topics in Minnesota and national politics. They welcome guests, former Rep. Kelly Fenton and Julius Hernandez, for a thought-provoking roundtable discussion. The episode begins with the ongoing trial…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E22 - Whitney, Ginger, & Georgie 12:39

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Whitney Ginger & Georgie joined us today along with her boyfriend and his 2 kids. Whitney has chosen an interesting career path and also works part time as a server. She met her boyfriend at work but they no longer work together now.Thanks for the support and remember, if you're having a hard day, don't be afraid to ask for help like Whitney sugges…

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Dr. Russ Kennedy - The Anxiety Dr., author of Anxiety Rx Joins Hoot for the second time. He's sold over 105,000 books and has over 1,000,000 downloads from his Anxiety Rx podcast. Enjoy this episode! 1:11:39

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Dr. Russ Kennedy, author of Anxiety Rx (2nd Edition) joins me today to discuss his latest book and why men commit suicide at a higher rate than women as well as why they also have more success in his MBRX program. Dr. Kennedy is a neuroscientist from Canada and hopes to one day have dinner with Jim Carrey. And he wants the world to know especially …

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E21 - The Laurens 16:14

6M ago16:14

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Lauren and her dog Lolo (short for Lauren) joined us today. It was fate according to Lauren. Lauren was incredibly transparent and I truly enjoyed her philosophy about life, relationships and her dog.We hope you enjoy this episode and thanks for your love and support. Remember, you're not alone and you can always dial 988 if you're having a hard da…

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S6:E4 - Special Edition on Women's ACL Injuries & Men's NBA Achilles Ruptures 19:30

6M ago19:30

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This episode, the fourth of Season 1 is dedicated to one of my mentors, Oscar J. Lewis, former Head Men's Basketball Coach at Frostburg State University, where I landed my first coaching job in 1992. Oscar was an incredible coach who I think could have coached D1 basketball. He played football, baseball and basketball in college and was a brilliant…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E20 - Cindy & Luna 9:09

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Cindy and Luna joined us today for this 20th episode of Season 1. Luna is a great dane mix and is a fun loving dog who is very accepting and loves people, especially Cindy's kids. Cindy has some great advice as a mom and shares who she'd like to have dinner with who she's fascinated by after hearing them speak in person.…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E19 - Sabrina & Lyka 9:36

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Sabrina and Lyka joined us today for Season 1 Episode 19. Sabrina met Lyka where she was and is the reason she's doing so well combined with the help and support of other dog owner's and a famous dog trainer who she hopes to have dinner with one day. Thanks for listening and watching.

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The Dog Beach Diaries - Father's Day Edition 2025 13:22

6M ago13:22

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We hope you enjoy this Father's Day edition as I interviewed 5 amazing dads. It's not easy being a dad but it's the most important job I've ever had. Personally, I decided to give up working in person so I could be here for my daughter for the last 13 years as she continues her journey into adulthood. Every dad and every kid takes a different journ…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E17 - Rachel & Angel 18:54

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We are joined today by Rachel and Rocco. Rachel is on a healing journey of self-exploration and with the help of Rocco, she's in a better place. We hope you enjoy this transparent episode. Thank you for your support. Remember, you can always dial 988 if you're having a hard day and someone will be there 24/7/365 to help you.…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E16 - Nicole & Rocco 9:04

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We're joined today by Nicole and Rocco. We hope you enjoy today's episode of The Dog Beach Diaries.Nicole who married her college sweetheart is a digital product manager and at one point had hoped to work for the World Health Organization.Wait until you hear who she'd like to have dinner with if she could. Remember everyone, you can always dial 988…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E15 - Chat GPT, Jada, August, & Riley 19:53

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Chat GPT if you're having a hard day? Well, Jada swears by it. I tried it and it gave me some great suggestions for acute anxiety. It's for educational purposes only of course. For this and more, check out this amazing episode with Jada, August and Riley. Jada and I have 2 things in common and you don't want to miss her interviewing me at the end. …

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A Break Down Reflecting Further on Political Violence in Minnesota 37:36

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In this new episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,' co-hosts Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr pause from their usual political analysis to further address the tragic assassination of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, as well as the violent attack on Senator John Hoffman and his wife. This heartfelt episode covers the up…

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Bonus Episode: 'Go F@&king Do Something' - Erich Mische's Call to Action 51:47

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.' In this episode, Michael Brodkorb talks with Erich Mische, a passionate nonprofit leader and political veteran known for his relentless drive and humor. Erich discusses his new book, 'Go F@&king Do Something' which is a rallying cry to move from apathy to action. The co…

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E14 - Sarah & Dune 9:47

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Sarah is a nail tech. Her dog Dune is a puppy and loves balls and paper towels. Sarah was bullied in high school but she's now doing great on her healing journey and feels stronger than ever.Today's episode is brought to you by my You Tube Shop. We have nearly 1,500 items for you from Walmart, Target, Home Depot, and so many 1000s of other shops an…

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S1:E13 - Polina, Madi, Larry & Mars 14:00

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Polina is from Kazakhstan and Madi from Italy. Polina played intercollegiate tennis at the University of Tennessee while Madi loves marine biology. But they met at a tennis meet up and today you will hear the rest of the story of this amazing engaged couple.

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The Dog Beach Diaries - S1:E12 - KT & CW 13:12

6M ago13:12

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Episode 12 features KT & CW. They we're at the beach not with their dogs but with their digs - in this case their jet skis for the annual competition. KT shares her best advice for people looking to eat better and CW on how to be a great leader as a college coach. This episode is brought to you by my you tube shop. I have nearly 1,500 items you can…

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A Break Down About Grief, Anger, and Hope in Minnesota 49:13

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In this emotionally charged episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,' co-hosts Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr discuss Becky's return from maternity leave and the tragic assassination of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, as well as the violent attack on Senator John Hoffman and his wife. The conversation dives into the r…