Best Michael Brodkorb Podcasts (2025)

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Michael Brodkorb with Matt – July 21, 2025 17:15

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I’m Michael Brodkorb. I’m a husband and a father. I work in communications, media, and research. I ran a marathon. I rescued ducklings from a sewer. I also wrote an award-winning true-crime book. Overall, I’ve done some bad – I’ve done some good. If you follow my website for updates, you’ll learn about both.…

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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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Jeff Stein with Matt – July 30, 2025 22:49

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Patrick Coolican with Brett – July 29, 2025 19:37

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Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Jack Rice with Matt – July 24, 2025 21:47

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Jack is a nationally recognized and award winning criminal defense lawyer, awarded Among the Best Criminal Defense Lawyer of 2024, Minnesota Super Lawyer for 2023, Among the Best Lawyers of 2022, winner of the Minnesota Attorney of the Year Award for 2021 and founder of Jack Rice Defense. He was awarded the Professional Excellence Award from the MS…

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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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Jeff Stein with Matt – July 23, 2025 22:50

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Patrick Coolican with Brett – July 22. 2025 19:15

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Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Jeff Stein with Matt – July 16, 2025 22:49

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins the Matt McNeil Show every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Patrick Coolican with Brett – July 15, 2025 19:45

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Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Robert Baril with Matt – July 10 2925 13:57

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Hailed by the Minneapolis Star Tribune as “the sharpest political commentator on the Twin Cities comedy scene”, Robert Baril mines the news of the day to fuel his informed, biting style of comedy.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Patrick Coolcan with Brett – July 8, 2025 17:46

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Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Chris Kluwe with Matt – July 8, 2025 21:07

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Chris Kluwe is a former NFL player and current progressive advocate.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Jeff Stein with Matt – July 2, 2025 22:40

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:35.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Patrick Coolcan with Brett – July 1 2025 15:44

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Patrick Coolican is Editor-in-Chief of the Minnesota Reformer. He joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Robert Pilot with Matt – June 30, 2025 8:01

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Robert Pilot is the host of Native Roots Radio, every weeknight at 5 on AM950.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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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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Cliff Schecter with Matt – June 19, 2025 21:46

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Cliff Schecter is a columnist for the Daily Beast and Democratic political and PR strategist. He is the author of The Real McCain: Why Conservatives Don’t Trust Him and Why Independents Shouldn’t. He co-hosts the UnPresidented podcast on iTunes and Patreon. Schecter is a former CEO of Majority Ohio, a public policy organization, and a former contri…

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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…

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Patrick Coolican with Brett – June 17, 2025 18:40

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Patrick Coolican is Editor-in-Chief of the Minnesota Reformer. He joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Philip Bither with Matt – June 17, 2025 18:11

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Philip Bither has been Walker Art Center’s Senior Curator of Performing Arts since April 1997, overseeing one of the country’s leading contemporary performing arts programs. He has overseen significant expansion of the Performing Arts program, including the building of the McGuire Theater, an acclaimed new theatrical space within the Walker expansi…

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Matt McNeil with Patti Vasquez (6/13/25) 22:49

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Matt was joined by Patti Vasquez,who you can hear weeknights 9-10 PM on AM950. They talk about LA immigration raids, Kristi Noem’s fear of being asked questions and more!By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Dr. Joe Eastman with Matt – June 12, 2025 22:43

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Dr. Joe Eastman is an expert disease modeler who discusses COVID, measles, and other diseases on the Matt McNeil Show.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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A Break Down on Immigration and Misinformation with Bryan Strawser 51:43

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Welcome to another episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky. Michael Brodkorb is joined by Bryan Strawser, Principal and CEO of Bryghtpath and an expert with 30 years of experience in crisis management, business continuity, crisis communications, and global corporate security. The discussion revolves around two critical topics: the immigra…

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Jeff Stein with Matt – June 11, 2025 22:50

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt to discuss national politics every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Patrick Coolican with Brett – June 10, 2025 19:14

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Patrick Coolican is Editor-in-Chief of the Minnesota Reformer. He joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Greg Bakun with Matt – June 5, 2025 19:49

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Greg Bakun is the host of GhostBox Radio, airing every weeknight at 10 on AM950.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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A Break Down with Senator Heather Gustafson: Why Minnesota Needs an Inspector General 36:16

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In this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb discusses government accountability with special guest Senator Heather Gustafson. Representing Senate District 36 in the Minnesota Senate, Senator Gustafson discusses her bipartisan legislation to establish an independent Office of Inspector General in Minnesota. The discus…

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Jeff Stein with Matt – June 4, 2025 22:49

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt to discuss national politics every Wednesday at 3:30.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Matthew Blake with Brett – June 3, 2025 16:19

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Originally hailing from Wisconsin, Matt recently moved to the Twin Cities from Chicago, where he taught writing. He previously worked for a range of business publications covering policies on mental health care, housing/real estate, banking and law. He has also covered various levels of government, from doing explanatory journalism on the federal g…

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Matt McNeil with Trish Sullivan Vanni (5/30/25) 19:14

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Matt was joined by the Rev. Trish Sullivan Vanni, PhD, who is a presbyter of the ECC and the Pastoral Director of Charis, the first Ecumenical Catholic Community in Minnesota. She’ll be making periodic appearances on Matt’s show as a spiritual advisor.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Matt McNeil with Greg Bakun Live from Des Moines Con! 14:56

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Matt McNeil is joined by Greg Bakun of GhostBox Radio who reports live from Des Moines Con!By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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A Break Down Book Review of 'Original Sin': the End of the Biden Era 1:08:26

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Welcome to another episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, as Michael Brodkorb dives deep into the explosive revelations of the new book 'Original Sin' by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson. With special guests John Rouleau, a Republican strategist, and Julius Hernandez, a Democrat insider, the episode reviews the book detailing President Bid…

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Claire Leslie Johnson and Diane Miller with Matt – May 28, 2925 15:45

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Hennepin History Museum presents Hennepin Fest, a women-led music festival celebrating the diverse history and culture of our community! Saturday, May 31 2025, 2:00-7:00 p.m. Washburn Fair Oaks ParkBy Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Jeff Stein with Matt – May 28, 2025 22:49

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Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30 to discuss national politics.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Patrick Coolican with Brett – May 27, 2025 15:59

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Patrick Coolican joins Brett every Tuesday at 4:15.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Matt McNeil with Katy Tessman (5/22/25) 13:42

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Matt is joined by musician Katy Tessman, who just released her new Turnbuckles EP. Learn more at: https://www.katytessman.com/By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Matt McNeil with Dr. Joe Eastman (5/22/25) 22:46

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Dr. Joe Eastman is an expert disease modeler who frequently gives updates on COVID, flu, and other illnesses. Today he and Matt talk about a measles outbreak from a Shakira concert, new COVID mutations, COVID booster shots, whether Avian flu will transmit to humans and more.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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A Break Down with Anna Mathews: How to Win Campaigns in a Divided Party 1:18:19

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In this episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,' host Michael Brodkorb delves into the intricacies of Minnesota GOP politics with Anna Mathews, the former executive director of the Republican Party of Minnesota. With Becky Scherr on maternity leave, Michael and Anna discuss her journey into politics, the endorsement process, internal GO…

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Matt McNeil with Jeff Stein (5/21/25) 22:47

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Jeff is back for our weekly Wednesday visit! This week Matt and Jeff talk about Trump pushing a white genocide conspiracy theory in South Africa, the “big beautiful bill” and more!By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Matt McNeil with Ben Schierer (5/20/25) 17:00

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Matt was joined by Ben Schierer, who wrote the book, Perpich A Minnesota Original. Order the book at https://nextchapterbooksellers.com/book/9781681343082By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (5/20/25) 18:06

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It’s Brett’s weekly Tuesday visit with Patrick Coolican of the Minnesota Reformer. Here’s the stories they covered today: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/20/minnesota-legislative-session-ends-no-bang-barely-a-whimper/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/19/lawmakers-play-blame-game-as-session-comes-to-end-without-major-budget-bills/ https:/…

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Matt McNeil with Michael Brodkorb (5-19-25) 18:45

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Matt was joined by Michael Brodkorb to talk about the Vikings 2025 schedule and the end of session at the State Legislature.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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A Break Down with Rochelle Olson: From the Newsroom to the Opinion Page 40:32

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In this episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,' host Michael Brodkorb welcomes Rochelle Olson, long-time journalist and current opinion columnist for the Star Tribune. With co-host Becky Scherr on maternity leave, Michael dives deep into Rochelle's extensive journalism career covering Minnesota politics, her transition from reporting t…

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Matt McNeil with Jeff Stein (5/14/25) 22:58

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This week Matt and Jeff talk about Trump being bribed with a plane from Quatar, cuts to Medicaid and Snap benefits and more.By Best of Interviews - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

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Jake Wittich of the Windy City Tines (5/7/25) 22:49

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Jake Wittich, Managing Editor for Windy City Times, is back with his reporting on the new Chicago Teachers Union Contract which includes a number of LGBTQ+ protections and the debut of The First Homosexuals at Wrightwood 659 in Lincoln Park (Chicago). Windy City Times has been the voice of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community since 1985. This year marks the …

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (5/13/25) 19:06

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Brett was joined by editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer (https://minnesotareformer.com/). Here’s the stories they talked about today: https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/12/minnesota-child-care-advocates-rally-federal-child-care-cuts/ https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/05/09/trumps-tariffs-weigh-heavy-on-truckers-as-overseas-shipments-sink/…

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Matt McNeil with Mary Jo Pehl (5/13/25) 22:50

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Matt was joined by Mary Jo Pehl from MST3K and RiffTrax. They talk about doing comedy during Trump II, the mechanics of stand up comedy, political news and more. Also catch Mary and other MST3K alums for a standup show on Thursday May 15 at the Parkway Theater in Minneapolis. Get tickets at: https://theparkwaytheater.com/all-events/rifftrax-comedy…

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Matt McNeil with Katrina Simons (5/12/25) 17:07

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Matt was joined by Katrina Simons, host of our newest show, Boldly Challenging Ableism (Sundays at 2 PM). Boldly Challenging Ableism exposes ableism and dismantles myths that marginalize people with disabilities. The show debuts this Sunday at 2 PM. Find podcasts and more info at: https://www.am950radio.com/events/boldly-challenging-ableism/…