Connections Radio

Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join 3 lead actors for Theater Latte Da’s new production of “Merrily We Roll Along”: Reese Britts * Dylan Frederick * Becca Hart. We discuss how the musical’s story of big professional and personal possibility—told historically backwards from 70s to 50s—meets their characters’ responsibilities and their heart of friendship.…

*This episode contains content that may be inappropriate for younger listeners.* Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join shameless sex therapist and holistic coach Jackie Golob, of Shameless Therapy. We explore not only our mental health surrounding sexuality, but also how we all might connect powerfully in that realm of human experience. – www. ShamelessTherapy.org  

Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join writer, director, choreographer, and performing artist Stuart Pimsler (Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater). We discuss his book, The Choreography of Care, exploring caregivers’ vital needs and possibilities of enhanced healing and growth for all concerned—health providers, patients, and artists. – www. ChoreographyofCare.com  www. StuartPimsler.com

Laurie and Tabitha preview Porch Fest in Powderhorn Park with guests Jose of the Red Hot Django Peppers and event sponsor Tayo Daniels.

Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join professional storyteller, poet, author, and consultant, Loren Niemi. In this second broadcast, we highlight his American School of Storytelling (www. AmericanSchoolofStorytelling.com), his consulting, and more poems from his recent book, “A Breviary for the Lost” (Amazon.com).

Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join professional storyteller, poet, author, and consultant, Loren Niemi. In part one of two broadcasts, we feature windows into Loren’s fascinating life story, with poems from his recent book, “A Breviary for the Lost” (Amazon.com). 

Laurie and local artists celebrate the Powderhorn Art Fair.

Today’s show is a celebration of street art with Sunny Mueller and her family as they preview her sunflower mural.

Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join mind-body-spirit coach, polymath artist, transformational healer, and social-spiritual connecter, Josine Peters. What does connecting in love look like? We talk about dealing with, being with, and connecting deeply with people in many areas of life’s paths. 

Musician St. Paul Peterson discusses his career, his new album, and his June 24 show at the Dakota.

Laurie is joined by the High School for Recording Arts Executive Director Tony Simmons.  The discussion highlights HipHop Genius in education and the upcoming Deeper Learning Twin Cities Conference happening June 9-11, 2022 at the High School for Recording Arts.  To learn more, visit HSRA.org/twincities.22/

Hosts Laurie and Rick are joined by Nurse Carol Engelhart, Event and Fundraising Coordinator for Healthcare for All Minnesota ( www. HCA-mn.org ). We delved into the inspiring, wide, and deep connections for improving the well being of one and all—and MN could be the turning point. Their 5/20 picnic is on AM 950’s site!

  Hosts Laurie Beth Fitz and Rick Bernardo are joined by Scotty Herold—Rock the Cause CEO and Founder—and Kelsey McMahon, singer/songwriter (“Mousie”) and actress, as well as associate director, leading the Film, TV, Commercial License & Sync Division of Rock the Cause. We talk all things social justice and music—from the work with underserved youth…

Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo discuss progressive religion and spirituality with guest Tom Esch, Chief Leadership Officer of Esch Consulting, LLC, in St. Paul, MN. Tom also performs in the role of Fr. Vito Incognido (in the spirit of Fr. Guido Sarducci).

This week on Connections Radio, Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo are joined by Scott Herold, Founder and CEO of Rock the Cause Records. The episode introduces listeners to 4 new tracks from Scott’s Rock the Cause label, from artists who make a difference. Scott also speaks about the phenomenal work of High School for Recording…

Laurie and Rick are joined by the Rev. Dean Seal, pastor of Shepherd of the Hill Presbyterian Church in Chaska.

Continuing the conversation on our personal journey of ethics during as the war continues in Ukraine, Laurie Fitz is joined by her guest Rick Bernardo to discuss why liars are listened to, how to find our voice – with the many voices in our head, and explore how the arts can support our journey to…

In reacting to our global disasters, Laurie Fitz is joined by her guest Rick Bernardo to discuss ways to explore personal ethics, make connections and make a difference. Rick Bernardo is an ethicist, public health advocate, musician, actor, comedian and instructor of organizational leadership, business ethics and cyber-tech ethics at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota.…

Laurie’s guest is Wray Cotterill, author of the new book Scream Queen.

Laurie talks with Candace Barrett Birk, actor, director and health coach.

Derek Strong, Director of Military Programs for the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, joins Laurie Fitz to discuss programs that support service member’s transition to civilian opportunities in the foodservice industry. The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) has established an industry-training program that prepares transitioning service memb...

Laurie Fitz discusses health and well being in the restaurant industry with Nancy Olson a server and trainer in the restaurant industry and current graduate student at the University of Minnesota studying Integrative Health and Well Being Coaching.

Laurie speaks with Patricia D. Gill, Director of Workforce Development at the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. They discuss the promise and potential of restaurants and their employees.