Town Square Television Podcasts

With only a few weeks left in the regular season for Fall Sports, Toby and Alexis recap recent Game of the Weeks, take a look at how playoff brackets are shaping up, and award their Athletes of the Week. 

On this episode of The Clinical Compass, Chad is joined by Dr. Connor Oestreich of Co Health Chiropractic to learn about chiropractic medicine. They go over the specialty's origin and history, what to expect at an appointment, and what chiropractors can and cannot do. They also discuss common misconceptions about the profession, and how to choose a chiropractor.

Toby and Alexis recap the early fall sports season and award their first athletes of the week of the season.

Jason Viana, the Executive Director of The Open Door Pantry, joins Caleb on this episode of Town Square Talk. Jason talks about why he doesn't like the nonprofit title. He also goes over all the ways people can receive food from The Open Door. He explains what is required to get food from The Open Door (spoiler: if you need food, you get food) and how people can help The Open Door and their missio...

On this episode of The Clinical Compass, Chad sits down with Brett Miller of Mira Precision Health to learn about pharmacogenetic testing (also referred to as pharmacogenomics or PGx testing). They discuss what it is, how the testing process works, and how it can help patients and providers alike.

On this episode of Town Square Talk, Caleb sits down with Jerry Morton! Jerry was a long-time South St. Paul resident. He had a long IT career, including stops at Cenex and West Group. At Cenex, he helped implement direct deposit and pay-at-the-pump. At West Group, he was the lead designer for the development of natural language searching. Jerry is now retired and is focusing on spending his time...

On this episode of The Clinical Compass, Chad is joined by Sue Goehl-Manolis from Conceivable Fertility and Wellness to talk all things women's health. They discuss preventive medicine, how to choose a provider, and how healthcare priorities for women change with age.

On this episode of Town Square Talk, Caleb has a conversation with Matt Carter, the Executive Director of the Dakota County Historical Society. Dakota County has a lot of history. Matt talks about how people can experience some of that history through the different experiences Dakota County Historical Society offers at sites around Dakota County. Matt also gives a little background on his personal...

On this episode of The Clinical Compass, Chad talks with adult ADHD psychiatrist Dr. Vera Prisacari to learn about the symptoms, treatments, and diagnosis process of ADHD.

On this episode of Town Square Talk, Caleb has a conversation with Trish Thacker, CEO of Guild. Mental health issues are more prevalent than ever, and finding effective support systems is crucial. During this conversation, Trish shares the mission of Guild, an organization that empowers individuals living with serious mental illness to build fulfilling lives within their communities. Learn how the...

On this episode of Town Square Talk, Caleb talks to Travis Olson, a graphic designer and local artist. From whimsical fairy doors in parks to handcrafted wooden creatures hidden throughout West St. Paul, Travis embodies the spirit of creativity and community. Travis delves into his background, his unique projects, and lessons about merging passion with purpose.   Thank you, South Robert Street Bus...

On this episode of The Clinical Compass, Chad and Jonathan are joined by Brenna Christie from Psychiatric Pathways to discuss mental health for Mental Health Awareness Month. They discuss misconceptions surrounding mental health and treatment, symptoms to watch for, and when to consider seeking help.

On this episode of The Clinical Compass, Chad and Jonathan talk about the use of medications, important things you and your provider should discuss before starting a new one, and the roles pharmacies and insurance companies play in the process.

On this episode of Town Square Talk, Caleb talks to Joe Tromiczak, a potter who lives and has his studio, Bircher Hill Studio, in South St. Paul. Joe talks about how he found his creativity as a child, how he found pottery by chance in college, and how he found his home and studio in South St. Paul.   Thank you, South Robert Street Business Association and West St. Paul/Mendota Heights Rotary Club...

On this episode of SportsZone, Toby and Alexis wrap the winter sports season and award Boy and Girls Athlete of the Week.

On this episode of The Clinical Compass, Chad and Jonathan are joined by Holly Lottman of Pillar Services and Consulting to break down medical insurance and billing. They discuss different types of insurance plans, how they work, how to find providers covered under your plan, and what to do if something doesn't look right on your bill.

On this episode of Town Square, Dawn Wambeke, the Executive Director of Neighbors, Inc., a non-profit in South St. Paul that provides emergency and supportive assistance programs to community members in Dakota County. Dawn shares her career path to Neighbors, gives an overview of Neighbors' beginning and the services they provide, and tells an impactful story of a family that fell on hard times th...

On this episode of SportsZone, Toby and Alexis recap recent winter sports state and section tournaments, the end of the regular season for boys basketball, and award Boys' and Girls' Athlete of the Week.

On this episode of The Clinical Compass, join hosts Chad Stencel and Jonathan Rohde as they break down Primary Care. They discuss what it is, what you should expect during a visit, and how to find a Primary Care Provider, as well as patient advocacy and the doctor/patient partnership.

On this episode of Town Square Talk, Caleb talks to Andrew Martin, Music Instructor at Inver Hills Community College. Andrew talks about how music entered his life early on, his path to Inver Hills Community College, and his approach to teaching the African Drum and Dance Ensemble and the Steel Band at Inver Hills.   Thank you, South Robert Street Business Association, for supporting the show.

Toby and Alexis go over the latest action in the winter sports season, including the start of the Girls Hockey Playoffs, and hand out the Boys and Girls Athlete of the Week.

Toby and Alexis recap recent action from the winter sports season and hand out a couple of Player of the Week awards.

On this episode of Town Square Talk, Caleb talks to Gusta Carr, Co-Founder of the non-profit South St. Paul For All. Gusta discusses how South St. Paul became home, the inception of South St. Paul For All, and the inclusive events they've hosted.   Thank you, South Robert Street Association, for your support of the show.

Toby and Alexis break down what they've seen so far in the Winter Season.

On this episode of Town Square Talk, Caleb talks with two commissioners from the Mendota Heights Natural Resources Commission, Lori Knosalla (chair) and Mika Thuening. Lori and Mika discuss how they became interested in the environment, share upcoming projects the commission is working on, and offer tips on how people looking to be more environmentally friendly can get started.   Thank you, South...