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Healthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS04_E14 - Gut Check: Understanding Crohn's Disease04/27/25The Healthy Matters PodcastS04_E14 - Gut Check: Understanding Crohn's DiseaseWith Special Guest: Dr. Jason Eckmann, MDWe've all had a stomach bug at some point in our lives, and it's probably safe to say that every one of us would rather skip the next one. But for millions worldwide with a Crohn's Disease diagnosis (AKA Crohn Disease), that stomach issue is much like the condition they live with every day of their lives. Crohn's is a chronic condition, and whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting someone who is, or ju...2025-04-2729 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS04_E13 - We Need to Talk (About Menopause)04/13/25The Healthy Matters PodcastS04_E13 - We Need to Talk (About Menopause)If there was something that had profound effects on more than half the population for decades of their lives, well, that something would certainly be worth talking about! Menopause is something that we've all heard about before, but very few women experiencing it say they were prepared for it. So on Episode 13 of the show, we're diving into the often mysterious world of Menopause with 2 special guests from Hennepin Healthcare - Dr. Heather Legris, a pharmacist, and Dr. Lisa Legrand, a...2025-04-1328 min
Come and Take It: The Eminent Domain Podcast144: Christina Martin on Hennepin County & Everything AfterChristina Martin of the Pacific Legal Foundation joins to discuss litigating Hennepin County to the Supreme Court. Christina shares some stories about moot arguments ahead of oral arguments with Paul Clement, and compares the tax foreclosure sale in Hennepin to traditional bank foreclosures. After discussing the case, Christina talks about her current work in follow up, including other property taxation issues and blight designations. Links: Tyler v. Hennepin Co. Decision: https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/22pdf/22-166_8n59.pdf Christina Martin at Pacific Legal: https://pacificlegal.org/staff/christina-martin/ 2025-04-0949 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS04_E09 - Hypertension: Avoiding the Silent Killer02/16/25The Healthy Matters PodcastS04_E09 - Hypertension: Avoiding the Silent KillerHigh Blood Pressure, or hypertension, is often called The Silent Killer because it can wreak havoc on our bodies, oftentimes without us even knowing. It's estimated that 85 million people in the U.S. alone have high blood pressure, which is an alarming stat, especially given that it can be a major contributor to a whole host of bad stuff - like stroke, heart attacks and kidney disease, to name just a few. But what causes hypertension? Why is it so...2025-02-2735 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS04_E08 - The MS Journey: From Symptoms to Solutions02/02/25The Healthy Matters PodcastS04_E08 - The MS Journey: From Symptoms to SolutionsDid you know that 1,000,000 people in the U.S. alone are living with Multiple Sclerosis? We've all likely heard of MS before, and many of us may even know someone with the condition, but there are always a lot of questions when it comes to these types of diseases. Like, what's actually happening in the body? What are typical symptoms? And what help is there available to those living with it?Thankfully, we've got experts on hand to g...2025-02-0227 min
Healthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS04_E04 - Decoding Food Labels12/08/24The Healthy Matters PodcastS04_E04 - Decoding Food LabelsOur diets are a major contributor to our overall health, so of course it's important to know what's in the food we eat. And what better way would there be to find out what's in our food than to read its label? But let's face it, oftentimes food labels can be confusing, and sometimes even a little misleading. So how do you interpret what's on a food label? What does each of the items mean for our diets? And what is Riboflavin, anyway? 2024-12-0826 min
830 News on the GoCharges are filed against a man accused of stabbing a teen at Fleet Farm, Governor Tim Walz says he has no regrets about the 2024 Harris-Walz campaign, and job cuts are coming to the Anoka-Hennepin School DistrictMark Freie anchors the On the Go for Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
Charges are filed against a Kansas City man who allegedly stabbed a teenager Sunday in Carver.
Governor Tim Walz reflects on his bid for VP as well as the state's cannabis law.
Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt is seeking more collaboration with the DOC when it comes to jail population reductions.
Job cuts are coming to the Anoka-Hennepin School District due to budget cuts.
Minneapolis will see Hennepin Ave reopen in Upton.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison warns about changes to Medicare.
Extra enforcements are going to be out over the...2024-11-2607 min
Healthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS04_E02 - Dr. Thomas Wyatt and the Hospital's Front Door (Open 24/7/365)11/10/24The Healthy Matters PodcastS04_E02 - Dr. Thomas Wyatt and the Hospital's Front Door (Open 24/7/365)It can be said that the emergency department is the front door between a community and healthcare - that never closes. Within it, there's an immense team of providers working together to attend to anyone and everyone who comes in through the door - every hour of every day. Safe to say, it's an intensely busy place with no two days ever being the same.Hennepin County Medical Center is a Level I Adult and Pe...2024-11-1028 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E21 - The Dizzying World of POTS09/01/24The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E21 - The Dizzying World of POTSLightheaded? Short of breath? Heart racing for no good reason? POTS is one of the more mysterious subjects in medicine in recent years, and although it's been around for quite some time, it has really come to the fore since the COVID pandemic. But what is it exactly? What causes it? How is it diagnosed, and more importantly, how is it treated? The multitude of symptoms around pots are enough to make your head spin (if it wasn't...2024-09-0127 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E20 - From Hurt to Healing: The Power of Being Trauma-Informed08/18/24The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E20 - From Hurt to Healing: The Power of Being Trauma-InformedToday, we're diving into a topic that's crucial but often overlooked: adverse childhood events (ACEs), and trauma-informed care (TIC). According to the CDC, nearly two-thirds of all U.S. adults have experienced one or more ACEs. That’s how common they are, and the effects of these adverse events can add up over time. Many of us may not realize how deeply early experiences of stress, neglect, or trauma can shape not only our mental hea...2024-08-1833 min
Off the RecordTodd Duesing, president and CEO of Hennepin Arts, on big, bold visionsNever miss an episode of Off the Record. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.When Todd Duesing became the president and CEO of Hennepin Arts, formerly Hennepin Theatre Trust, one of the first things he wanted to do was make some bold decisions about the Twin Cities’ theater district. He saw so much potential there, he says on the latest episode of the Off the Record podcast. “Our new tagline is braver, brighter, bolder — and that’s our vision for Hennepin Avenue. We want to be braver and take risks on buildings that could be great...2024-08-1240 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E19 - The A-Z on Abdominal Hernias08/04/24The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E19 - The A-Z on Abdominal HerniasHernias! They're a lot more common than you think, and in fact over 20 million hernias are repaired every year! All genders and ages - from babies to the elderly - can have a hernia, so it's high time we talked about them on the show. They won't go away on their own, so it's good to know your options if you suspect you have one (or know you already do...). On episode 19 we'll be joined by Dr. Rac...2024-08-0427 min
Supreme Court OpinionsTyler v. Hennepin County
Welcome to Supreme Court Opinions. In this episode, you’ll hear the Court’s opinion in Tyler v Hennepin County.
In this case, the court considered these issues: First, does taking and selling a home to satisfy a debt to the government, and keeping the surplus value as a windfall, violate the Fifth Amendment’s Takings Clause? Second, is the forfeiture of property worth far more than needed to satisfy a debt a fine within the meaning of the Eighth Amendment?
The case was decided on May 25, 2023.
The Supreme Court held that t...2024-07-2222 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E17 - Beyond Medication - Effective Strategies for Pain Management07/07/24The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E17 - Beyond Medication - Effective Strategies for Pain ManagementOn a scale of 0-10, where is your pain right now? We've all been asked that question at one point or another, but really - think about where it is right now. Most of us experience some level of pain throughout our daily lives that we manage in one way or another, and oftentimes we assume that the best tools for dealing with pain are medications. But they've got their downsides, too, and more and more, we...2024-07-0729 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E14 - Brainstorms and Breakthroughs - The Science of Strokes05/26/2024The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E14 - Brainstorms and Breakthroughs - The Science of Strokes Chances are we've all known someone who has suffered a stroke, and it turns out they're a lot more common than we might think - nearly 800,000 people in the U.S. every year. Brain health is essential to our wellbeing and suffering a stroke can have profound and even life-altering effects, assuming the patient survives the event. But how can we identify a stroke? What should we do when we see one? What treatments and ther...2024-05-2629 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E10 - Getting A Better Understanding of ALS3/31/2024The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E10 - Getting a Better Understanding of ALSALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a rare but serious condition that affects around 5 people in every 100,000, but due to its devastating effects on both the patient and the caregivers, it's something that certainly merits a deeper conversation. Lou Gehrig and Steven Hawking may be the two most well-known cases, but it seems once ALS is mentioned, many people are in one way or another connected to it. But what's actually happening in the body? What do we think cau...2024-03-3128 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E09 - Cholesterol: The Good, The Bad and the Triglycerides...3/17/2024The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E09 - Cholesterol: The Good, The Bad and the Triglycerides...Cholesterol can be a confusing subject for many of us. And, as many of us can attest to, seeing the results from a lipid panel can be like reading a foreign language. What's a safe range? Does good cholesterol cancel out the bad? And what is a lipid, anyway? It turns out cholesterol is a necessary piece of the human puzzle, but like a lot things, too much of anything is likely not good. But wha...2024-03-1729 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E07 - The Bone Zone: Insights on Osteoporosis and Healthy Bones2/18/2024The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E07 - The Bone Zone: Insights on Osteoporosis and Healthy BonesEver wonder why we shrink in old age? Is it true that astronauts lose bone mass in space? And does all milk have the same amount of calcium? There are over 200 bones in the human body and it's safe to say each plays a pretty important role, so of course it's important to keep them healthy! But what's the best way to go about that? What are some of the things that can go wrong with...2024-02-1829 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E06 - Let's Talk IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)2/4/2024The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E06 - Let's Talk IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)It's not uncommon that the terms IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) get confused. Both have to do with your guts, both have impacted the lives of many in today's society and both could probably be explained a bit more. We plan on getting to both of them, but for starters, in Episode 6 of the show, we're going to take a better look into IBD with the help of Hennepin Healthcare Gastroenterologist, Dr. Jake Matlock!2024-02-0429 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E05 - Listen up! We're talking to an Audiologist...1/21/2024The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E05 - Listen up! We're talking to an Audiologist...The Stapes! Tinnitus! Ear Wax!Approximately 20% of the worldwide population suffers from hearing loss (and around 100% suffer from ear wax... Eeeew). But what can be done to protect our hearing? Is hearing loss permanent? What's that ringing in my ears? And why do we have earwax to begin with? When it comes to your ears and your hearing, there's a lot to know, so we thought it'd be a good idea to have an i...2024-01-2125 minHealthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS03_E02 - The Mighty Liver...12/10/23The Healthy Matters PodcastS03_E02 - The Mighty Liver...In Greek mythology, Prometheus' punishment for stealing fire from Zeus was to be chained to a rock where every day an eagle would come and eat part of his liver (harsh!). And since the liver is the only solid organ in the human body that grows back, that eagle must have been pretty well-fed. But why do we even need a liver? What happens to us when something goes wrong with it? And what can we do to take care of it?2023-12-1028 min
Healthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS02_E24 - Let's Talk Kidneys!11/12/23The Healthy Matters PodcastS02_E24 - Let's Talk Kidneys!Kidneys. They made Dr. Hilden's top 3 favorite organ list in a recent poll - but why? What do they actually do? What are kidney stones (and better yet, how can one best avoid them)? And if we really only need one, why do we have two? Join us for the final episode of Season 2, as Dr. Hilden and Hennepin Healthcare Neprhologist (that's a fancy word for Kidney Doctor) Dr. Jennifer Wu explore the wide world of kidneys! Turns out, they...2023-11-1226 min
Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 15 - Eric BuffaloheadEric Buffalohead (Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma) moved to St. Louis Park in 1979 when he was in the eighth grade. He lived there until the mid-1990s, and later returned to the West Metro by purchasing a home in Plymouth in 2016. His three children attended Breck School in Golden Valley. In 2023, Eric is the chair of the American Indian, First Nations, and Indigenous Studies department at Augsburg University. He is also the lead guitarist of Bluedog, a band he co-formed in 2001 that has been nominated for several Native American Music Awards.
In Mni Sóta M...2023-11-051h 31Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 14 - David WilsonDavid Wilson (Dakota) lived in Golden Valley from the mid-1950s to the mid-1970s. He attended Meadowbrook Elementary School and graduated from Golden Valley High School. David’s grandmother lived on Medicine Lake, and he remembers the area as being open and beautiful prior to development. David is a musician and has also worked in the construction industry.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, worked, and played near Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ (Bassett Creek) for thousands of years. Through an oral history project, 15 Indigenous people share how they experience the waters...2023-11-0548 minHaha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 13 - Sydney BeaneSydney Beane (Dakota) moved to Minnesota and purchased a home in Plymouth in 2003. In the 1970s, he was trained as a community organizer through a Robert F. Kennedy Fellowship. He has since served in many roles, including as co-founder of the Native American Community Development Institute (NACDI), Chair of the Board for Little Earth, and an advocate for recognizing Indigenous place names. Sydney is a lifelong educator as well as a filmmaker, historian, and documentarian. In 2023, he was honored with The Frank Blythe Award in Media Excellence for his work.
In Mni Sóta M...2023-11-051h 12Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 12 - Debbi Kinaka-WilliamsDebbi Kinaka-Williams (Anishinaabe) moved to Plymouth in the early 1980s and then purchased a home in Crystal, where she lived for 22 years. She chose the area specifically so her children could attend the Robbinsdale School District and enjoy the Robbinsdale American Indian Education Program. Debbi started the Robbinsdale drum and dance group and managed it for 9 years. Debbi is also an artist and a teacher. She helped to secure culturally appropriate curriculum and books for Indigenous students. She also advocated for starting the American Indian Studies Program at Michigan State University.
In Mni Sót...2023-11-051h 00Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 11 - Ben BlackhawkBen Blackhawk (Ho-Chunk) moved to Crystal in 1970. As a child, he traveled to powwows across the Midwest, including at his home reservation in Winnebago, Nebraska. Ben worked for 17 years as a high school math teacher at Providence Academy in Plymouth. While there, he also directed the choir, coached the math team, and assisted with track and field. Ben earned a B.A. in Math and Music Education from St. Olaf College. In 2023, Ben lives in Crystal and teaches math and music at Epiphany Catholic School in Coon Rapids.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), I...2023-11-051h 09Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 10 - Bradley BlackhawkBradley Blackhawk (Ho-Chunk) grew up in Crystal and attended high school in New Hope. In the 1970s, he enjoyed fishing on Medicine Lake and canoeing and trapping on the creek. He worked for the City of Minneapolis for more than 30 years, where he specialized in utility connections. Bradley shares his traditional knowledge through American Indian Education Programs across the Twin Cities. He has been a male dance instructor with Osseo School District 279 for more than a decade.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, worked, and played near Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ (Bass...2023-11-051h 15Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 9 - Tawnya StewartTawnya Stewart (Anishinaabe and African American) grew up in Robbinsdale and Crystal in the 1970s. She earned an Executive MBA from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Communications. She also received a degree in Human Resources from Loyola University Chicago. Tawnya has worked for Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures since 2016, where she is the Chief of People and Culture. In 2023, Tawnya lives in Golden Valley and advocates for social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have liv...2023-11-0544 minHaha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 8 - Jim RockJim Rock (Dakota) taught astronomy, chemistry, and physics at Wayzata High School for almost 30 years. He also spearheaded a summer program at the University of Minnesota called Andogiikendassowin / Wasdodyawacinpi (Seek to Know), which introduced students to Indigenous ways of knowing that combine science, music, sacred sites, waterways, and experiential learning. Jim and his wife, Roxanne Gould, continue to support Indigenous-led projects like Makoce Ikikcupi (Land Recovery) from their home in Golden Valley.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, worked, and played near Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ (Bassett Creek) for thousands of year...2023-11-0553 minHaha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 7 - Cathee VickCathee Vick (Anishinaabe and Dakota) grew up just blocks from the creek in Crystal during the 1960s. She has excelled as a Housing Advocacy Program Manager for Little Earth Residents Association. She is also an independent contractor and provides American Indian housing training across the nation. Cathee serves her community through her outstanding knowledge and skills in American Indian housing, employment, and real estate laws.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, worked, and played near Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ (Bassett Creek) for thousands of years. Through an oral history project, 15 Indigenous people share how...2023-11-051h 10Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 6 - Grant Two BullsGrant Two Bulls (Oglala Lakota) attended Breck School in Golden Valley. As a high school senior, Grant won the 2015 regional competition of the American Indian Science and Engineering Society for his work measuring the ecological impact of a Mdewakanton village on Bde Maka Ska. In 2023, Grant serves as co-president of the Native American Law Students Association at Georgetown University, where he continues to do outstanding work.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, worked, and played near Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ (Bassett Creek) for thousands of years. Through an oral history project, 15 Indig...2023-11-0531 minHaha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 5 - Dr. Samantha MajhorDr. Samantha Majhor (Dakota and Assiniboine) grew up in suburbs like Minnetonka and Plymouth. She graduated from Wayzata High School and earned her PhD at the University of Minnesota. Now, Dr. Majhor is an assistant professor of English at Marquette University, where she focuses on Native American literature. In 2022, she was named one of Wisconsin's most influential Native Leaders for her research and community engagement.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, worked, and played near Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ (Bassett Creek) for thousands of years. Through an oral history project, 15 Indigenous people share how...2023-11-051h 00Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 4 - Dr. Roxanne GouldDr. Roxanne Gould (Grand Traverse Band Odawa and Anishinaabe) moved to Golden Valley in 2004. She is a retired associate professor of Indigenous and Environmental Education at the University of Minnesota-Duluth and an original member of the Indigenous Women's Water Sisterhood. She also serves on the governing council of Makoce Ikikcupi, an organization that supports land recovery. Roxanne is a leader in the field of Indigenous Educational Design. She has dedicated much of her life to improving her community in and out of the classroom.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, w...2023-11-0558 minHaha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 3 - Benjamin YawakieBenjamin Yawakie (Anishinaabe and Zuni) attended Breck School in Golden Valley and served as the first Indigenous member of the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board. He is a policy practitioner and legislative advocate with experience in community engagement and policy development and implementation. He also served as president of the Humphrey Students of Color Association, a research assistant at Public Health Law Center, and as a coordinator with the Compact Implementation Program in Montana.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, worked, and played near Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ (Bassett Creek) for thousands of years. Through an o...2023-11-051h 06Haha Wakpadan / Bassett Creek Oral History ProjectEpisode 2 - Diane WilsonDiane Wilson is a renowned Dakota writer and educator. She has published four award-winning books, including "Spirit Car: Journey to a Dakota Past." She previously served as Executive Director for Dream of Wild Health, an Indigenous non-profit farm, and at the Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance, a national coalition that's creating sovereign food systems for Native people.
For more information on Diane Wilson and her work, visit https://www.dianewilsonwords.com/about.
In Mni Sóta Makoce (Minnesota), Indigenous people have lived, worked, and played near Ȟaȟa Wakpadaŋ (Bassett Creek) for thousands of years. Thro...2023-11-051h 02
Healthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS02_E23 - 10 Tips for Reducing Pain at Work!10/29/23The Healthy Matters PodcastS02_E23 - 10 Tips for Reducing Pain at Work!There's no doubt about it, Monday mornings can be painful. And for many of us, the pain doesn't stop there! Work is a part of life, and there's nothing we can really do to speed up the day or make your boss a little less nagging, but in this episode we'll explore 10 tips for reducing the other pains we can experience at work, with Hennepin Healthcare's Catherine Justice (PT, DPT, CST, C-IAYT, E-RYT).Catherine is an In...2023-10-2927 min
Healthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS02_E22 - All About Eyes!10/15/23The Healthy Matters PodcastS02_E22 - All About Eyes!Got eyes? Many of us do. Got issues with your eyes? Turns out many of us have that as well! From dry eyes to floaters, to reduced sharpness in our vision - or worse, glaucoma and cataracts - we're all likely to experience some of the more common issues with our eyes over the course of our lives. But what are these conditions and how can we best care for our eyesight? On Episode 22 of the podcast, we'll be joined...2023-10-1524 min
The Break Down with Brodkorb and BeckyA break down with Ryan Winkler on criminal justice in Hennepin CountyOn this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 00:01:07 - An interview with former Representative Ryan Winkler, who unsuccessfully ran for Hennepin County Attorney last year, about public criticism he raised about the work of incumbent Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty. 00:04:52 - Should Moriarty be criticized for following her campaign promises? 00:09:16 - Should Attorney General Keith Ellison be taking over more cases from Moriarty? 00:15:14 - Does Moriarty's approach differ from other county attorneys in Minnesota? 00:31:08 - There is an organized effort to recall Moriarty from office. Is this...2023-10-1049 min
Healthy Matters - with Dr. David HildenS02_E20 - Mental Health Stressors...and Strategies!The Healthy Matters PodcastS02_E20 - Mental Health Stressors...and Strategies!Be it social media, the change of the seasons, the holidays, or just the everyday stresses of life; one thing is for certain - they all can take a toll on our mental health. The good news is, these days we're talking about it more than ever. And the more we talk about it, the more normal the conversation becomes and the more we can do to help ourselves and others. On Episode 20 we'll have a conversation with Hennepin Hea...2023-09-1727 min