Jearlyn Steele

Guest host Sheletta Brundidge chats with the following guests this hour: Dr. Yohuru Williams from St. Thomas University explains how dealing with the last couple of years inspired his new book. Hy-Vee registered dietician Danielle Matthies gives us tips to eat healthier during the holiday season. 4th Street Saloon manager Mike Oker shares the details on how to donate to the annual toy drive he hel...

When discussing the wealth gap in this country, there isn't a lot of attention paid to the situations of Latina women.   New York Times contributor Tammy Lagorce devoted some time to this group of people for a recent column, and she joins Sheletta to discuss why.

Guest host Sheletta Brundidge chats with the following guest this hour: New York Times contributor Tammy Lagorce talks about wealth disparities for Latina women. Sheletta also takes a few minutes to provide some words of warning after the recent story of a father saving his kids from a carjacking.

Jearlyn Steele is joined by her son Michael Battle for the entire hour.

This week on CenterStage, Jearlyn is joined by Trumpeter Chuck Lazerus from Orchestra Hall, Director of Sing Play Learn with MacPhail Dianna Babcock, Ballet Minnesota Choreographer and Artistic Director Andrew Rist, and Ryan O'Neill from the O’Neill Brothers.

Jearlyn Steele talks with Minnesota State Fair CEO Jerry Hammer about his decision to retire, and Jearlyn tells Chris Tubbs what "idiot gloves" are, and more.

Jearlyn wants to know if you had a chance to spend this year’s Thanksgiving holiday with family? Was there any pandemic anxiety, and were there topics that you agreed would be off limits, and how did you spend the rest of the Thanksgiving weekend?  Shopping? Relaxing? Getting away from everything?

Michael is off this week, so producer Jonathan Lowe fills in to chat with Jearlyn.  The hour goes to topics including horror films, the traditions of marriage proposals, and singing karaoke.

On this week's edition of Center Stage, we hear from: "New Work" narrator/actress Joy Dolo Stages Theatre CEO/artistic director Sandy Boren-Barrett "Beauty & The Beast" actress/singer Jamecia Bennett Musician/singer/songwriter Taylor James Donskey

Are you looking for an activity or event that the whole family can be a part of?  There's a website offering ideas in and around the Metro area.  Twin Cities Family Fun, LLC co-founder Gianna Kordatzky describes how a group of 3 local moms decided to provide an outlet for those type of events.

We're entering the biggest shopping week of the year.  Did the pandemic ultimately alter how we look at the post-Thanksgiving frenzy?  Do younger generations think differently about events like Black Friday? Consumer Experience Futurist and Forbes senior contributor Blake Morgan joins the program to talk about the trends she's seeing in 2022.

Consumer Experience Futurist and Forbes senior contributor Blake Morgan tells us if there's as much consumer demand for shopping and gifts as we head into the holiday season. Family Fun Twin Cities, LLC co-founder Gianna Kordatzky describes how she and 2 other moms decided to provide an activities outlet for area families.

Jearlyn talks with new Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara about how is getting acclimated to his new job and what factors he looks to enhance, with the goal of making the city safer.

Jearlyn gets an update from producer Jonathan Lowe on a mixed sports weekend for Minnesota teams.  Plus, what are some of the latest closing casualties when it comes to local restaurants. New Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara talks about getting accustomed to the city and his plans to make it a safer community.

On this week's edition of the "Mom & Michael Hour", Michael begins his birthday celebrations by finding a surprise kindred fashion spirit.  Then, he shares what he can about the new film, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever".

After a couple of years away, The Blenders are back with the holiday show series.  Group member Tim Kasper joins our show to preview being back on stage for the first time since 2019.

On this week's episode of Center Stage, we hear from: The Blenders singer Tim Kasper The members of the band Barrel Flash (Ross Johnson, Julia Brown, & Priscilla Thomas) Star Tribune lead theatre critic Rohan Preston MPR host & commentator Kevin Kling

The new movie "The Woman King" might just be entertainment to some, but others could find deeper meaning in the film.  Local author, coach, and motivational speaker Dr. Verna Price found that meaning in this movie, and she arranged to share that with 200 local students.  She joins us, along with Hopkins HS sophomore Kyla Jean-Baptiste, to talk about the film's impact.

Jearlyn takes a few minutes to go over a couple crazy football matchups involving the Vikings and Packers. Then, we're joined by a couple of guests that discuss the impact of the new movie, "The Woman King".

This week, "The Mom & Michael Hour" discusses the induction of local superstar music producers Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.  Plus, we hear some possible gift ideas as the Holiday season closes in.

On this week's episode of Center Stage: Legendary singer Robert Robinson "Carmela Full of Wishes" director Tatyana Marie Carlo "The Boys Room" actresses Linda Kelsey and Lucy Farrell Hennepin Theatre Trust Director of External Relations Emma Bauer

If you believe that traveling across the U.S. will expand your ideas of diversity, imagine what a global view can provide.  Communications expert Gail Shore has been developing her knowledge over the years and describes that process in a new book.  She joins the show to talk about her offering, "Opening My Cultural Lens: A Globe Trekker's Experiences and Photographs".

The fallout from Steve Sviggum's recent comments may basically be complete, but residual effects still linger.  Regarding the question about diversity on college campuses, what can it offer?  Jearlyn asks Appalachian State VITAL Faculty Coordinator and senior lecturer Lillian Nave.

Appalachian State University VITAL Faculty Coordinator Lillian Nave discusses why diversity can be a positive force on college campuses. Communications expert Gail Shore offers us insight into her new book and why she decided to write about her global experiences.

Tuesday is the magic day for votes to be cast in the 2022 Midterm elections.  If you have not submitted your ballot, KSTP-TV political reporter and WCCO Radio host Tom Hauser is here to explain some of the behind-the scenes items that are driving this cycle's races.