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KMOJ's Community Viewpoint07-26-2025- Part 3- The Weight We Carry: Grief, Love & Healing🖤 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, we’re diving deep into what real support looks like during grief. Not the “check in once and disappear” kind— but the kind that sticks arou...2025-07-2757 min
KMOJ's Community Viewpoint12/14/2024- Festive and Fuss-Free; how to maintain your peace, protect your energy, and maybe even enjoy yourself along the way!We’re diving into a topic we’ve all encountered at some point: family drama during the holidays. You know what I’m talking about—Auntie’s sly comments, unspoken tensions that linger in the air, or that one cousin who never fails to stir the pot.The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, love, and togetherness, but let’s be real: they can sometimes feel like a battlefield of emotions. Fear not! In this episode, we will explore how to make this year’s festivities drama-free, from mending family rifts with humor to...2024-12-161h 02
KMOJCast11-11-24 David Hamlar Retired Brigadier General and KMOJ Board of Directors talks about celebrating Veteran's Day with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show2024-11-1112 min
KMOJCast11-1-24 NAACP President, Cynthia Wilson, tells KMOJ’s Freddie Bell, there must be accountability in the Davis Moturi shooting in Minneapolis Freddie Bell, morning show host at 89.9 KMOJ, the People’s Station, and AACP President Cynthia Wilson emphasized the importance of accountability in the Davis Moturi shooting incident in Minneapolis. During their conversation, Wilson articulated the need for a thoughtful approach to addressing the emotional impact of such events and explored effective strategies to confront these ongoing issues within the community. 2024-11-0101 min
KMOJCast6-10-24 Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara talks about Mass shooting that claimed the life of Minneapolis Police Department's very own Jamal Mitchell with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning ShowKMOJ Sends out love and peace to the Minneapolis Police Department and the family of Jamal Mitchell. 2024-06-1013 min
KMOJCast12-19-23 Minneapolis Public Works Director Brette Hjelle talks with Freddie Bell AND Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowDirector Brette Hjelle talks about new positions at public works. you can get more information here https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/jobs/public-works-jobs/2023-12-1905 minKMOJCast12-19-23 Andre Dukes Vice President of Family and Community Impact at Northside Achievement Zone talks with Q Bear on the Afternoon Drive Time on KMOJ2023-12-1910 minKMOJCast12-18-23 John Johnston, Equity Coordinator with the City of Saint Paul Public Works Department talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowThe next CDL information session is on December 19th from 5 to 7 pm. We willbe at UROC (University of Minnesota Urban Research and Outreach-engagementCenter) located at 2001 Plymouth Avenue North in Minneapolis.2023-12-1904 min
KMOJCast12-13-23 Dr. Peter Hayden announces he is retiring from his leadership position at Turning Point with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning ShowDr. Peter Hayden talks about his journey through sobriety with Turning Point. Dr. Peter Hayden celebrates 50 years of sobriety. 2023-12-1310 min
KMOJCast12-13-23 Charlotte Kinzley Homeless/Highly Mobile Support Services at Minneapolis Public Schools talks with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning ShowCharlotte talks about the children that are experiencing hardship in this school year and how she supports this. 2023-12-1309 minKMOJCast12-11-23 Walter James planner in the Minnesota Department of Health’s Division of Emergency Preparedness & Response Walter talks with Freddie Bell about Telehealth Test-to-Treat program on the KMOJ Morning ShowTelehealth Test-to-Treat program The Minnesota Department of Health, in partnership with Cue Health, has launched a TelehealthTest-to-Treat service. This means you can speak to a provider very quickly without having to leave your home if youhave symptoms of COVID-19 and have either tested positive for COVID or you know you havebeen exposed to it. This service is available via telephone, smart phone app, or computer web browser. Once you begin the process, you will answer some questions, and then you will speak with alicensed clinician who will det...2023-12-1110 minKMOJCast12-5-23 Little Moments Counts Rasheda Jenkins talks with Q Bear on the Afternoon Drive on KMOJFind more information here https://www.littlemomentscount.org/2023-12-0709 minKMOJCast12-06-23 Jay Haapala with AARP talks about the latest scams in this holiday season with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on KMOJ Morning Show2023-12-0608 minKMOJCast12-04-23 Mayte Garcia with Live 4 Love Charities talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowMayte Garcia talks about Live 4 Love Charities presents… A Holiday Celebration at the Capri Theaterhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-4-love-charities-presents-a-holiday-celebration-at-the-capri-theater-tickets-7597811649172023-12-0407 minKMOJCast12-04-23 Saint Paul Public Schools Chief of Operations and Administration Jacqueline Turner talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on The KMOJ Morning showSaint Paul Public Schools Chief of Operations and Administration Jacqueline Turner talks about the School Choice Fair is happening in less than week. The event is Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.Saint Paul RiverCentre (175 Kellogg Boulevard West, St. Paul, MN 55102)For more information https://apply.spps.org/school_choice_fair2023-12-0406 min
KMOJCast11-17-23 Mayor Jacob Frey talks about Retention recruitment incentives with Freddie Bell and Chantal Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-11-1710 min
KMOJCast11-15-23 Mitchell Hamline School of Law talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-11-1506 min
KMOJCast11-10-23 Todd Barnette talks about his new role as Community Safety Commissioner with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ morning show2023-11-1312 min
KMOJCast11-10-23 Brooke Roper talks about her win on Hopkins Board Election with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-11-1306 min
KMOJCast11/10/2023 Community Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on KMOJ.Sworn in three weeks ago as Minneapolis' second Community Safety Commissioner, Todd Barnette shares his vision for a safer community and how his five departments can work together. 2023-11-1012 min
KMOJCast11/10/2023 Brooke Roper joins Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on KMOJ.Brooke Roper won a seat on the Hopkins, Minnesota School Board, ISD #270. Roper's campaign is centered on electric school buses, universal kindergarten, and school safety.2023-11-1006 minKMOJCast11-8-23 MPS Talks to Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings the KMOJ Morning Show2023-11-0806 min
KMOJCast11-1-23 MPS Superintendent Cox talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-11-0106 min
KMOJCast10-26-2023 Kristel Porter - West Broadway Coalition’s Executive Director talks about Black Business Week with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the morning showThe kick off is today, Thursday at 3pm at Hawthorn Crossings, 906 West Broadway Ave right here in N. MplsWe are going to be there Thursday through Tuesday 3pm-8pm on the weekdays and 10am-5pm on the weekends. A ton of things planned for this 6-day series. Today and tomorrow we have free chair massages with one of our Black Businesses along West Broadway (Madresha Harris of Healing Mood Massage from inside of ZaRah). We’ve also got BakeShow Baker DJing all 6 days and as usual thank you K...2023-10-2606 minKMOJCast10-23-23 David Hamlar Retired Brigadier General and KMOJ Board of Directors talks about if were in a World War with Friddie Bell on the KMOJ2023-10-2311 min
KMOJCast10-12-23 Mya Sullivan Dean of Students at Metro State University talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowShe talks about some of the opportunities and programs they have to offer there. 2023-10-1611 minKMOJCast10-13-23 Anika Robbins with the Anika Foundation talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowAnika Robbins talks about the 5th Annual Pinked Out Party. Fashion, fFood, music and more. 2023-10-1609 min
KMOJ's Community Viewpoint10/14/2023-October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month-The Importance of Early Detection to Prevent Breast Cancer.Join the 4Opinions this Saturday on 89.9 KMOJ with guests two-time breast cancer survivor Pamela Weems......, Anika Robbins, Victoria M Robinson, and Sharon Young We will talk about the importance of early detection to prevent breast cancer. Our guest will share their stories on the fight to survive breast cancer and how important it is to have a strong support circle while battling cancer.We will discuss resources, mammogram sites, and how to look for early signs of breast cancer.Join us Saturday, 8 a.m. on 89.9 KMOJ, The People's Station.2023-10-1459 minKMOJCast10-4-23 JAY HAAPALA TALKS WITH FREDDIE BELL AND CHANTEL SINGS ON KMOJ MORNING SHOW2023-10-0905 minKMOJCast10-4-23 Superintendent Cox talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-10-0910 minKMOJCast10-5-23 Stokely talks about his show at the Uptown Theater with Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-10-0912 min
KMOJCast9-15-23 Shemeka Bogan talks about Open Streets with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning ShowShameka Bogan talks about Open Streets happening tomorrow on West Broadway From Lyndale to Penn. The event runs from 11am-5pm and has something for everyone. Over 350 Vendors and it Free to the public. Don't meet us there beat us there!https://www.openstreetsmpls.org/ for more information 2023-09-1504 minKMOJCast9-15-23 Lisa Olson Employee Owner with The Hub Bicycle Co-Op in Minneapolis talks with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning ShowLisa Olson talk about the Hub Bicycle Co-op and how things work within that type of company, how they came about and what all they do. 2023-09-1506 min
KMOJCast9-14-23 Tamuno Imbu with Explore Veg talks with Q Bear on the Afternoon Drive Time on KMOJTamuno talks about how he is leading the community into a healthier plant based life style. The Veg festival returns to Harriet Island Park on September 17, 2023 from 10am to 4pm. tcvegfest.com for more information. 2023-09-1510 minKMOJCast9-13-23 Victor Cole at Metro State University talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-09-1306 minKMOJCast9-13-23 Tikonwaun Blackamore and Nataisia Mcroy from Minneapolis Public Schools talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sing on the KMOJ Morning2023-09-1307 minKMOJCast9-11-23 Angela Wilhight and Darrell Gillespie from Hope Academy talk to Q Bear on The KMOJ Afternoon Drive2023-09-1310 minKMOJCast9-11-23 Lehmon Riley talks about Loosing Lizzy with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowChildren’s Author Pens Emotional Book About Grief Two Years After His Daughter’s Unexpected Death During his childhood author Lehman Riley was fascinated by his grandfather Papa Lemon. Unfortunately, Papa Lemon passed away in 1973 when Lehman was 10 years old. Lehman’s love and admiration for Papa Lemon inspired him to write “The Adventures of Papa Lemon’s Little Wanderers” children’s series book. Papa Lemon’s Magical Train transports 5 racially diverse friends, the Little Wanderers, back in time in order for them to meet great U.S. historical figures. Most importantly, Papa Lemon serves as a positive African...2023-09-1109 minKMOJCast9-8-23 Anne talks about An Evening of Real-Life Stories about Social Justice in Minneapolis with Chantel Sing on the KMOJ Morning ShowAn Evening of Real-Life Stories about Social Justice in Minneapolis[Minneapolis, MN] – Hennepin History Museum and the Minneapolis Interview Projectpresent an evening of real-life stories about social justice in Minneapolis on Thursday,September 14, from 6 to 8 pm at The Capri Theater, 2027 West Broadway, Minneapolis, MN,55411. The Minneapolis Interview Project was started in 2016 as a labor of love by Southsideresident Anne Winkler-Morey, who set her sights on obtaining one-hundred life-stories thatrevealed “hidden histories of inequality and the struggle for social justice in Minneapolis.”Ms. Winkler-Morey and many of the individuals she in...2023-09-0807 min
KMOJCast9-6-23 Jacori Soto with Tree House talks to Q Bear on the KMOJ Afternoon Drive TimeTreeHouse LOVES TEENS AND BELIEVE They are a vital part of our communities. But hopelessness is becoming a defining story for this generation–breaking down both teens and communities. SO WE ARE on a mission to end hopelessness among teens THROUGH grace-based programs and environments where teens learn to know a loving God, build resiliency, develop healthy relationships, and plan for the future SO THAT every teen is rooted in the living hope of Jesus–unleashing untold potential in communities everywhere.To learn more please visit http://www.treehousehope.org/2023-09-0710 minKMOJCast9-6-23 Superintendent Cox talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowSuperintendent Cox talks about the beginning of a new school year. She also talks about positions available and new incentives. 2023-09-0607 minKMOJCast9-1-23 Christine Tucci Osorio talks with Chantel Sings on The Morning Show on KMOJ 89.9 The peoples station2023-09-0512 minKMOJCast8-28-23 Jay Haapla with AARP talks about home improvement scams with Freddie Bell on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-08-2908 minKMOJCast8-28-23 Lt. Governor Penny Flanagan talks with Freddie Bell about her time at the fair on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-08-2907 minKMOJCast8-28-23 G.Phillips Schultz lll talks with Freddie Bell about the Let Freedom Ring the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-08-2906 minKMOJCastMinnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-08-2508 minKMOJCast100 Black Men Twin Cities Vice President Carl Vincent talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowMentoring organization focused on black boys and creating pipe line of mentoring from African American boys grade school to graduating college. 2023-08-2506 minKMOJCast8-18-2023 Urban League Twin Cities-President & CEO Marquita Stephens talks about her new position with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on The KMOJ Morning Show2023-08-1809 minKMOJCast8-11-23Christine Tucci Osorio talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on KMOJChristine talks about back to school topics. 2023-08-1114 minKMOJCast8-11-23 Police Chief Brian O'Hara talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on KMOJPolice Chief Brian O'Hara talks about new structure in the Minneapolis Police Department. 2023-08-1108 minKMOJCast8-4-23 Chanda Smith Baker talks about her podcast with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowChanda Smith Baker is back with a fresh take on her award-winningConversations with Chanda podcast. “The podcast will continue to tackle the issues communities wrestle with — race, social justice,philanthropy — but we’ll dive even deeper into our guests' personal stories of leadership andcommunity,” says Smith Baker, the host and co-producer of Conversations with Chanda.2023-08-0407 minKMOJCast8-2-23 Sara Hollie Director of St. Paul Ramsey County Public Health talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on The KMOJ Morning ShowSara Hollie talks about Covid-19 updates. 2023-08-0205 min
KMOJCast8-2-23 Jay Haapala with AARP Minnesota talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on KMOJ Morning ShowJay Haapala gives scary scam updates. He talks about how people get scammed or hacked and how to notice what is going on. 2023-08-0208 minKMOJCast7-28-23 Melodee Strong talks about the Healing Through Art Mural Fest with Chantel Sings on The KMOJ Morning Show2023-07-2805 minKMOJCast7-28-23 Dr. Nathan Chomilo Talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowDr. Chamilo talks about recent Covid-19 details. 2023-07-2807 minKMOJCast6-20-23 Andre Dukes Vice President of Family and Community Impact at Northside Achievement Zone talks with Q Bear on the Afternoon Drive Time on KMOJ2023-07-2412 min
KMOJCast07/21/2023 Minnesota House of Representative Cedric Frazier visited with the KMOJ Morning show today.The Minnesota Voters Alliance has filed a lawsuit against the Restore the Vote law which became effective on June 1st. The suit challenges the law's constitutionality. The law restores voting rights to people who have been convicted of felonies once they have completed their sentences, including parole or probation. Rep., Frazier says the move is an attempt to suppress the vote.2023-07-2105 minKMOJCast7-18-23 Danielle Buckner from Northside Achievement Zone talks on Little Moments counts with Q Bear on The Afternoon Drive Time on KMOJ2023-07-1912 minKMOJCast7-14-23 Jetta Wiedemeier Bower from Trellis talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on KMOJ Morning ShowJetta Wiedemeier Bower talks about helping elders figure out their Medical Assistance . For more information1. Visit DHS “renew my coverage” dashboard – mn.gov/dhs/renewmycoverage2. Call your local county or tribal office3. Call the Senior Linkage Line – 800-333-24332023-07-1908 minKMOJCast7-14-23 Christine Tucci Osorio talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on The KMOJ Morning ShowChristine talks about the education programs that they have available. 2023-07-1911 minKMOJCast7-14-23 Caroline from Ampact talks about recruiting Tutors with Glenn Golden on The KMOJ Midday Show2023-07-1904 minKMOJCast7-12-2023 Dr. Brittany Lewis Talks about Disruptive Narratives with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowPlease tune in to 89.9 KMOJ on Sundays at 10:30am From July 16th to October 1st and you will be able to listen to these Disruptive narratives. 2023-07-1204 minKMOJCast7-10-23 Cris Carter talks with Freddie Bell about his partnership with Salvation Army on the KMOJ Morning Show2023-07-1005 minKMOJCast7-10-23 Lisa Heibert talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about route patching in St. Paul on The KMOJ Morning ShowCity of St. Paul is spending 2.5 Million on route patching the city of St. Paul. 2023-07-1005 minKMOJCast6-23-23 Jeremy Barrick, MPRB Assistant Superintendent, Environmental Stewardship talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on KMOJ Morning Show about Emerald Ash BorerEAB is an invasive pest introduced from Asia that attacks and kills ash trees. This metallic wood boring beetlewas first found in Detroit, MI, and Ontario, Canada in 2002. It is believed to have arrived in shipping crates. Since the initial discovery, it has been identified in multiple Eastern and Midwestern US states. In Minnesota,EAB was identified in St. Paul in 2009, then in 2010, about a mile away in Minneapolis. EAB identified in 40 Minnesota counties (MN DNR); Hennepin County alone estimates having 1 million ash trees. So if your tree has a red ring around it, it i...2023-06-2308 minKMOJCast6-23-23 2nd Harvest Heartland CEO Allison O'Toole talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning ShowDuring the week of Juneteenth, Second Harvest Heartland is holding four volunteerevents to support North Minneapolis food shelf and meal program partners through anuptick in neighbor visits due to recent closures of area food retailers like Aldi,Walgreens and Walmart. North Minneapolis is a vibrant, welcoming community andwe encourage people from around the Twin Cities to volunteer at food shelves inNorth Minneapolis right now to help them meet the increased demand. To findvolunteer opportunities, please visit https://volunteer.2harvest.org/community-based-volunteering-opportunities/.2023-06-2306 minKMOJCast6-21-23 Shereese Turner from Twin Cities Habitat talk with Glenn Golden on the KMOJ Midday ShowJune is National Homeownership Month. The interviewis designed to discuss resources and services offered by Twin Cities Habitatfor Humanity for black homeownership.2023-06-2205 minKMOJCast6-16-23 Anika Robbins Founder, President & CEO of the Anika Foundation talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on The Morning ShowAnika Robbins tells Freddie Bell, Chantel Sings and KMOJ listeners about 2nd Annual Juneteenth Minnesota 2023 - A Family AffairAn ode to Black Music Month and the Emancipation Proclamation. This event is Saturday June 17th from 12-5pm at the Allianz Field 400 Snelling Avenue in St. Paul. 2023-06-1607 min
KMOJCast6-7-23 AARP JAY HAAPALA ON KMOJJay Haapla from AARP talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about safe guarding your money in the new age of scams. 2023-06-0708 min
KMOJCast6-7-23 ROHELLE COX OF MPS ON KMOJSuperintendent Rochelle Cox talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the Morning Show. She talks about end of year news and giving info for next school year already. 2023-06-0710 min
KMOJCast6-5-23 Shala Reeves Talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGsShala Reeves comes on KMOJ to talk about her new book "Echo in the Distance". This book is based on a poem Shala wrote over twenty years ago. 2023-06-0509 min
KMOJCast5-31-2023 Michael Luseni, Principal, Career and Technical Education talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on KMOJMichael Luseni, Principal, Career and Technical Education talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on KMOJ morning show to talk about Career & Technical Education (CTE) is an academic program available to all 10-12 grade MPSstudents interested in earning college credit or receiving job certifications for free. Examples ofavailable pathways include Healthcare, Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Automotive,Construction & Welding, Media Arts, Law & Public Safety and more.In the fall of 2023, there will be CTE Tech Centers at North, Edison and Roosevelt high schools.Career readiness courses will be available in all MPS hi...2023-05-3106 min
KMOJCast05/31/2023 Dr. Michael Osterholm talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on KMOJ05/31/2023 Dr. Michael Osterholm talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs about Long Covid and recovery. Dr. Osterholm is a Regents Professor and the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP). In November 2020, he was appointed to President-elect Joe Biden's 13-member Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board. 2023-05-3109 min
KMOJCast5-25-23 Split Rock Studios' Vice President of Finance and Human Resources Bee Thao Vang on Kmoj2023-05-2508 min
KMOJCast5-24-23 ATTORNEY GENERAL KEITH ELLISON ON KMOJ2023-05-2412 minKMOJCast5-24-23 LISA BECK ON KMOJ2023-05-2404 minKMOJCast5-10-23 PUBLIC WORKS ON KMOJ Director Brette Hjelle2023-05-1105 minKMOJCast5-10-23 MPS NATIONAL NURSE DAY ON KMOJ Amber Spainol, MPS Director of Nursing2023-05-1106 minKMOJCast5-5-23 LASALLE GABRIEL ON KMOJTalking about New Group called L'MORE 2023-05-0505 minKMOJCast5-5-23 PEOPLE FOR PSEO ON KMOJ2023-05-0504 minKMOJCast5-5-23 CHRISTINE TUCCI OSORIO ON KMOJ2023-05-0513 min
KMOJCast04/10/2023 Wolves Television, Play-by-Play Announcer joins Freddie BellMichael Grady, Minnesota Timberwolves Play-by-Play Announcer, talks with KMOJ's Freddie Bell about the fight on the Wolves bench on Easter Sunday and reflects on his first year in the Twin Cities.2023-04-1005 min
KMOJCast08/01/2022 Freddie Bell chats with North High Basketball Coach, Larry McKenzie who is retiring after 42 years.A legendary journey has come to an end. Hall of Fame basketball coach Larry McKenzie is retiring. He reflects on his career with KMOJ's Freddie Bell and says instead of coaching players he may begin helping coaches. 2022-08-0111 min
KMOJCast0502 2022 Urban League Twin Cities President Steven Belton shares thoughts on the MN Department of Human Rights report on discrimination in the Minneapolis Police Department.o Urban League Twin Cities President Steven Belton shares thoughts on the MN Department of Human Rights report on discrimination in the Minneapolis Police Department. He discusses the findings with KMOJ's Freddie Bell.2022-05-0210 min
KMOJCast0502 2022 MN State Representative Esther Agbaje talks with Freddie Bell about benefits for Frontline Workers.As the current legislative session winds down, Minnesota State Representative Esther Agbaje talks with KMOJ's Freddie Bell about benefits for Frontline Workers.2022-05-0206 min
KMOJCast0429 2022 Minnesota Attorney General Kieth Ellison joins Freddie Bell on the hills of The MN Dept of Human Rights Department Report on the Minneapolis Police DepartmentMinnesota Attorney General Kieth Ellison says the state Department of Human Rights finding that shows Minneapolis Police engaged in a pattern of racial discrimination is similar to a 1994 ruling and says a Federal Report could be coming next. He sits down for an exclusive interview with KMOJ's Freddie Bell.2022-04-2909 min
KMOJCast02/28/2022 MN State Representative Cedrick Frazier talks State budget and support for Front Line WorkersMN State Representative Cedrick Frazier chats with KMOJ's Freddie Bell about the State Budget Forecast and a bill moving through the legislature designed to provide resources for front-line workers.2022-02-2805 min
KMOJCast0214/2022 Frank Aba-Onu, President of the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers joins Freddie Bell on KMOJ.In the wake of the shooting of Amir Locke, MABL believes there may be exigent circumstances that may call for a no-knock warrant. Aba-Onu told Freddie Bell the MABL believes the Minneapolis Police Department policies need to be amended.2022-02-1407 min
KMOJCast02/14/2022 Minnesota Representative Cedrick Frazier shares key points of legislation regrading no-knock warrants.The new legislation includes a high bar for exceptions, only allowing no-knock warrants in extreme circumstances These could include conditions in which there is evidence a civilian's life could be in danger. Minnesota Representative Cedrick Frazier talks with KMOJ's Freddie Bell.2022-02-1408 min
KMOJCast02/07/2022 Urban League President Steve Belton say No-Knock Warrants should be eliminatedUrban League of Minnesota President Steve Belton says he's not happy with the Jacob Frey Administration with regard to police activity in Minneapolis and that no-knock warrants need to end. His comments were shared with KMOJ's Freddie Bell this morning.2022-02-0710 min
KMOJCast05/24/21 George Floyd: A Year LaterWith Racial Reckoning: The Arc of Justice Reporter Georgia Fort, KMOJ takes a look
back over the events of the last year. 2021-05-2421 min
KMOJCast3/19/21 Jeff Foxx sits down with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGsJeff Foxx is an institution and is heard Saturdays at 6pm on KMOJ, Minneapolis. A popular force in New York City radio, Jeff has been “rockin’ the box” for more than 20 years. And there is more to Jeff Foxx than just a smooth, friendly voice.
He invaded NY airwaves in the late 1980s before there was a Hot97 or even formal rap radio, he introduced the world to De La Soul and Public Enemy while keeping Black music alive and expanding. He’s done radio solo, as a duo, and as a part of the Sirius Satellite Network. 2021-03-1908 min
KMOJCast02/25/2021 CoCo and LaLa Healthin' it Up KMOJ HD2 The IceCoCo and LaLa from Healthin' It Up discusses Healthy ways to eat, and hosting the Nationwide Today's Show. 2021-02-2610 min
KMOJCast01/08/2021 Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison on KMOJMinnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs concerning the US Capital riot and local businesses continuing to run afoul of the Governor's executive order regarding restaurant closures during the pandemic.2021-01-0814 min
KMOJCast12/04/2020 Minnesota Department of Health Samples of Announcements Heard on KMOJThis audio is a snapshot in time of KMOJ's work to keep its community safe amid COVID-19.2020-12-0402 minKMOJCast07/29/2020 KMOJ Healing the Community, So We All Can BreatheKMOJ continues doing its part to foster safe communities and also to help it heal following the aftermath of the George Floyd murder.Listen to a short montage of KMOJ's work-product taken from live interviews and public service announcements. 2020-07-3002 min
KMOJ's Community ViewpointKMOJ: Healing the Community, So We All Can BreatheKMOJ continues doing its part to foster safe communities and also to help it heal following the aftermath of the George Floyd murder.
Listen to a short montage of KMOJ's work-product taken from live interviews and public service announcements. 2020-07-2702 minKMOJ's Community ViewpointHousing First: KMOJ Explores Housing Challenges and Opportunities – Hour 2Housing First: KMOJ explores Housing Challenges and Opportunities, So Our Community Can Thrive – Hour 2The program continues the exploration of how housing challenges affect people in our communities from Hour 1. In this program, we look at what is now being done to mediate the effects of these historical inequities, and current efforts to create more affordable housing in the twin cities, as well as what is being done to end homelessness in our communities. In February of 2020, KMOJ hosted a live community conversation, moderated by KMOJ’s Zannie K, and featuring researcher Dr. Brittany Lewis, legal aid atto...2020-06-2956 minKMOJ's Community ViewpointHousing First: KMOJ explores Housing Challenges and Opportunities Hour 1The program features: Daniel Bergin, a filmmaker and longtime producer with Twin Cities PBS, speaking about his film “Jim Crow of the North”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWQfDbbQv9EResearchers from Mapping Prejudice speaking about their project which visualizing the hidden histories of race and privilege in the urban landscape. https://www.mappingprejudice.org/ We hear from Laronda Lake about her path out of homelessness. We hear from Lorrhonda Byrd, MHHA, Program Coordinator at The Link Minnesota. http://www.thelinkmn.org/Neeraj Mehta, Director of Learning for the McKnight Foundation, shares key i...2020-06-2656 minKMOJ's Community ViewpointSex Trafficking: The New SlaveryKMOJ Hosts Chantel SinGs and Freddie Bell shine a light on how sex trafficking hurts women and our communities. The program explores the causes behind this violent and illegal economy. And how some brave survivors are finding freedom. The program features interviews with Breaking Free survivors, Rev. Alika Galloway and the survivors' group at Liberty Community Church, UROC (Lauren Martin), a trucker with Brenny Trucking in St. Cloud (Truckers against Trafficking), Logan Tootle (MWIRC), Josh Waltzing from Alexandria (Men as Peacemakers) and more. This programming was made possible by funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.2019-05-0152 min