Jearlyn Steele

The July jobs report presented a positive outlook on the economy.  However, you could look at continued inflation and raised interest rates as signs of the exact economic opposite.  Paige Batcha, Executive Search Expert for Versique, tries to make sense of the conflicting trends.

Versique executive search expert Paige Batcha discusses whether the economy is in a good place with both soaring inflation and job placement numbers. Groves Learning Organization president Bryan Fleming describes how his company is helping school-aged students effected by the COVID pandemic, in the classroom and beyond.

It's well known that Congress has become very hyper-parisan.  While both sides of the political isle have a part in making this a reality, author Ira Shapiro trained his focus on one distinct person for his new book.  He joins the program to talk about the effort, "Betrayal: How Mitch McConnell and the Senate Republicans Abandoned America."

Jearlyn discusses the rare occurrence of the U.S. Senate passing a bill on a Sunday.  Is this a sign of more legislation to come? Speaking of the Senate, Ira Shapiro focuses on a key member of that government body in his new book.  He joins the program to talk about it.

During this edition of the "Mom & Michael Hour", Jearlyn and Michael dig into the latest virus to effect the nation.  Are either of them getting a monkeypox vaccine?  Plus, what are the impacts of food allergies and intolerances?

On this editions of Center Stage, Jearlyn talks to the following guests: Star Tribune lead theatre critic Rohan Preston Minnesota Fringe Festival executive director Dawn Bentley Bluegrass musician/singer Becky Schlegel Sounds of Blackness music leader & director Gary Hines

WCCO Radio host Sheletta Brundidge has branched out beyond the radio station over the last couple of years.  In this "So What Do You Do?", we learn more about why she made her podcast company, Sheletta Makes Me Laugh, and what she hopes this blossoming business will provide.

The St. Paul Regional Water Services are continuing their efforts to replace all of the old pipes (containing lead) from the city's system.  General Manager Patrick Shea joins the program to provide a status update.

Patrick Shea, General Manager of St. Paul Water Regional Services, gives us an update on the department's plan to replace all of the old, lead-containing water pipes across the city. WCCO Radio host Sheletta Brundidge goes deeper into her burgeoning podcast business, Sheletta Makes Me Laugh.

How is this recent round of inflation effecting local food pantries?  Choice Bank is trying to provide another outlet for the community through their People First pantries.  Twin Cities branch president Travis Barkve tells us about this initiative and when the higher prices are doing to the resources they hope to provide.

Jearlyn finds out how much the NFL preseason truly matters. Choice Bank Twin Cities President Travis Barkve explains how inflation is effecting food pantries and how their business is trying to help out the community.

There a lot for Jearlyn and Michael to catch up on this week.  They cover a massive fail at a Juneteenth dinner, voting in the upcoming election, where Iggy Azalea is now, and whether to go out and buy lottery tickets.  Plus, Michael gives us his review of the new Jordan Peele movie, "Nope".

On this week's edition of Center Stage: Stages Theatre Company artistic director and "The Little Mermaid, Jr." director Sandy Boren-Barrett Singer/musician/songwriter Matthew French J.D. Steele on his (and brothers Fred & Billy) show next Friday at Kelley Park in Apple Valley

Does the city of Minneapolis have cultural districts?  If so, where are they located.  City councilwoman Andrea Jenkins explains those locations and why that distinction is so important.

Did you know that the lakes we love and recreate at have their own lifespans?  Dr. John Richard Saylor explains this in his new book, "LAKES: Their Birth, Life, and Death".

Did you know that the lakes we love and recreate at have their own lifespans?  Dr. John Richard Saylor explains this in his new book, "LAKES: Their Birth, Life, and Death". Does the city of Minneapolis have cultural districts?  If so, where are they located.  City councilwoman Andrea Jenkins explains those locations and why that distinction is so important.

Were you aware that July is National Make a Difference to Children Month?  Michelle Marie King, Founder/CEO of Positive Presence Global, joins the program to discuss some benefits to mentoring members of the next generation.

Has Minneapolis done a good job revitalizing run down parts of the city and creating pockets of affordable housing?  Jearlyn debates this with her producer. Were you aware that July is National Make a Difference to Children Month?  Michelle Marie King, Founder/CEO of Positive Presence Global, joins the program to discuss some benefits to mentoring members of the next generation.

Theatre 55 Productions offers an artistic outlet for those at a slightly more advanced age.  Van Nixon, lead actor in the troupe's current production of "Jesus Christ Superstar", tells us about this show and the company's overall mission.

When it comes to estate planning, what do you need to know about leaving that legacy behind for your children?  Attorney Philip J. Ruce of Stone Arch Law joins the program to answer some of those legal and financial questions.

Michael Battle returns to a Sunday night to chat with his mom.  He recaps his a couple of recent vacations, including a trip to Disneyworld in Florida.  We hear his review of the new film "Thor: Love & Thunder".  Plus, how did our young co-host become the talk of a recent fashion show...that he was in the audience for.

During this edition of Center Stage, Jearlyn catches up with: "Jesus Christ Superstar" actor Van Nixon Singer/musician/songwriter Gregg Hall Star Tribune lead theatre critic Rohan Preston Singer/musician/songwriter Cassandra Cole

In this hour, Jearlyn chat some more with producer Jonathan Lowe.  Does this current round of inflation mean average Americans are more likely to be priced out of reaching middle class status?  What's your "go-to" when you need to find that happy place in your life?

Jearlyn chats with producer Jonathan Lowe about the differences in those ominous storm clouds we might see at this time of the year. When it comes to estate planning, what do you need to know about leaving that legacy behind for your children?  Attorney Philip J. Ruce of Stone Arch Law joins the program to answer some of those legal and financial questions.

It has been a while since we connected with Star Tribune lead theatre ciritc Rohan Preston.  Jearlyn chats with him about what's been going on in his life...and, spoiler, quite a bit has.