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Ginger Commodore and friends will sing Stevie Wonder's hits Saturday night at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater.

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about their current virtual cinema offerings.

State Climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about the cold front gripping the state and why you can see your breath when it's above freezing.

Karl Reichert, executive director for Textile Center of Minnesota, talks about a new months-long initiative with several shows called "We Are The Story" which includes a partnership with the Women of Color Quilters Network.

Dr. Barbara Chromy is a mental health specialist for Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota. She talks about students returning to college.

Javier Matos is one of the many who work day jobs in addition to performing music. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, in Javier’s so-called office…his backyard…Javier reflected on his musical career and his music.

The father of Midwest flamenco, Michael Hauser hasn’t played much in public lately. But as things open up, he’s been able to perform, and he’s already had a show at a familiar spot for him, the Loring in Minneapolis. When Michael talked to Phil Nusbaum, Michael addressed performing again after the Covid-caused hiatus.

Minnesota guitarist Cory Wong and saxophonist Dave Koz play two shows at Crooners Supper Club Sunday, Sept. 06. Hear Cory talk about the gigs, Dave Koz, and hear one of his newest tracks.

Film publicist Peter Schilling talks about an obscure animated film playing at the Trylon Cinema and the uniqueness of the Criterion streaming service.

The Superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools, Ed Graff, talks about returning to school next week with distance learning, resumption of meal distribution, and support services for students and staff.

Doug Little, founder and flutist for Charanga Tropical, talks about the history of charanga music and the band's upcoming outdoor gig at Crooners Supper Club Saturday, Sept. 5th.

Craig Rice from MSP Film Society talks about what's showing in their virtual cinema.

Sommelier Jill Mott, from Henry & Son, talks about an handful of rosés and a St. Paul beer to enhance your Labor Day Weekend.

State climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about how August wrapped up, and how you can learn more about weather, meteorology and climatology.

When cellist Aaron Kerr, Drummer Derrin Pinto and keyboardist Kevin Rhys jammed in March 2020, the improvisations were so satisfying that they formed a group called Single Cell. But the pandemic prevented a second session till June. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Aaron told about Single Cells’ work at this critical time.

Urania Roque Vanyo of Lutheran Social Service of MN describes strategies for parents to help their kids succeed in school this fall, whether that's hybrid, remote, or all in person.

Laurie MacKenzie is Investigating New and Surprising Markets as a result of Covid 19. Plus, she is also ramping up using the internet to contact music fans. But that is Laura months into the Covid era. She told Phil Nusbaum that at first, it threw her thinking for a loop.

Anthony Williams, newly-named Executive Director of Community Education at Minneapolis Public Schools, talks about the role of the operation and how it's coping with - and assisting families with - challenges brought on by social distancing.

Despite the pandemic currently gripping the world, Reynold Philipsek stays immersed in Jazz Guitar. And like many, Reynold is reflecting on his jazz career, going all the way back, including life on the road and his major influences.

Allison Miller of Lutheran Social Service talks with Emily Reese about how couples can deal with conflict while spending extra time together working from home.

Vladimir Garrido is steeped in the folk music of the Andes Mountains. But using the time afforded by Covid-19 times, Vladimir has been busy with new projects, including a CD with a more modernistic approach and a podcast. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Vladimir talked about how he got involved in music in his native Chile.

With the planned return to Distance Learning for fall classes and the continued trauma around police brutality and community destruction, how is Minneapolis Public Schools going to meet the social-emotional needs of its 35,000 students?  Counseling Services manager Derek Francis visits with Emily Reese.

State climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about the derecho that pummeled central Iowa early last week.

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about what's showing at the Virtual Cinema.

Jill Mott, sommelier from Henry & Son, talks about the grape Riesling and her weekend adventures.