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04-07-25 Anthony Walsh, a Community Engagement Specialist at Hennepin County, has been with the county since 2015, starting as an intern. His work focuses on addressing the opioid crisis, particularly in the Black community, by connecting community needs with county leadership to create impactful change. Anthony joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the county's response, which includes prevention and education, harm reduction through Narcan and fentanyl testing strips, and funding culturally competent treatment programs.
Episode 839
11 months, 1 week ago
04-02-2025 Jay Haapala of AARP MN shares details of a new scam with Freddie and Chantel.
Episode 838
Jay Haapala, Associate State Director of Community Engagement for AARP Minnesota. He leads the charge in protecting older adults from scams through t…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
03-31-2025 In this important conversation, Freddie Bell sits down with Dr. Myriam Roby of Hennepin Healthcare to talk about colorectal cancer—one of the most preventable cancers, yet one that continues to disproportionately impact Black Minnesotans.
Episode 837
Dr. Roby breaks down the facts, shares the latest screening options, and explains how local resources are making screenings more accessible than ever…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
03-28-2025 Bloomington, MN Police Chief, Booker Hodges shares plans and results of keeping residents safe in the south metro of Police
Episode 836
Bloomington Police Chief Booker Hodges stops by KMOJ. He is someone our listeners know doesn’t mince words and doesn’t play when it comes to keeping …
11 months, 3 weeks ago
03-26-25 Minneapolis Public School District Asha Belk, Social Worker at Bethune Elementary talks about The important role of school social workers at MPS with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings
Episode 835
11 months, 3 weeks ago
03-26-25 Frazier Group Shawna Frazier talks about her home selling and home buying event with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings
Episode 834
11 months, 3 weeks ago
3-24-25 Attorney General Keith Ellison joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about the coalition of Attorney General's suing to stop Trump Administration efforts to dismantle the Department of Education
Episode 833
11 months, 3 weeks ago
3-21-25 Dan Furry, Communications Director for The Salvation Army Northern Division, discusses the importance of the 5th Annual Food Drive, how the community can get involved, and special plans for the final day of the drive."
Episode 832
1 year ago
3-21-25 Jessica Jackson Director of Division of Social Equity at Office of Cannabis Mangement talks about the CanRenew Community Restoration Grants and other programs supporting communities impacted by the war on drugs, including initiatives for economic development, public health, and workforce training in Minnesota's legal cannabis industry
Episode 831
1 year ago
3-21-25 Christine Tucci Osorio, Superintendent of District 622, discussed how Minnesota schools are primarily funded by the state, not the federal government, and shared advice for parents to engage with local school leaders if they have concerns about federal executive orders or other issues affecting schools. She also highlighted the upcoming spring testing season and the importance of summer programs.
Episode 830
1 year ago