Jearlyn Steele

Are you aware of the services that the YWCA provides?  Jearlyn digs into some of those important programs with Gaye Adams Massey, the CEO of the YWCA St. Paul. If you're planning a trip over the Summer, you might notice less flights available for that needed getaway.  Why is that happening?   Washington Post transportation reporter Lori Aratani provides some of the reasons airlines...

A local author is looking at a new way to create a long-ranging story arc.  CC Mercy creator Nancy Bologna explains why she has opened this process up to all artists, musicians, and creatives, and what she hopes the project will provide to the artistic community.

More than 9,000 Minnesotans live with HIV, but the technology is available to end this disease.  This is part of what Rainbow Health CEO Jeremy Hanson Willis is trying to spread.  He joins the program to discuss the work his company is putting into this fight and beyond.

Could we be witnessing the overturning of the Roe v. Wade decision?  Jearlyn looks into this potential decision (and any possible) fallout with Jillian Locke, Gustavus Adolphus College professor of Political Science and Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies.

On this week's "Mom & Michael Hour", Michael explains what he did over Mother's Day weekend...and it included a very pricey sip of alcohol.  He also let us if he enjoyed "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness".

On this week's edition of Center Stage, Jearlyn gives us her PSA about masking up in the theatre.  Then, she chats with: The Hook & Ladder Theatre director of Curatorial Arts Jackson Buck White Line Darko singer/musician Kenneth Zierman Folk singer/musician Ellen Stanley (a.k.a. Mother Banjo)

More than 9,000 Minnesotans live with HIV, but the technology is available to end this disease.  This is part of what Rainbow Health CEO Jeremy Hanson Willis is trying to spread.  He joins the program to discuss the work his company is putting into this fight and beyond. A local author is looking at a new way to create a long-ranging story arc.  CC Mercy creator Nancy Bologna explai...

Jearlyn dives into how she spent her Mother's Day.  Does she have a burgeoning makeup artist in the family? Could we be witnessing the overturning of the Roe v. Wade decision?  Jearlyn looks into this potential decision (and any possible) fallout with Jillian Locke, Gustavus Adolphus College professor of Political Science and Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies.

A lot has already been said when it comes to Enbridge's Line 3 project.  That doesn't mean the whole story has been told.  Award-winning filmmaker, photographer, author, and artist Keri Pickett is presenting a short music video documentary at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Film Festival.  She tells us about "The Shell River Seven: Stop Line 3" ahead of its May 8th premiere.

Although it started years ago, the practice of telehealth grew quite a bit during the COVID pandemic.  Is is here to stay?  Atlas MD founder Dr. Josh Umbehr explains the likelihood of more progress in this specialty.

Even with fading COVID restrictions and higher starting wages, why do businesses still have hiring difficulties?  Business coach Gary Watts (of Pinnacle Business Guides) explains some creative ideas that companies are using to bring on and keep new hires.

Have you ever gotten a mani-pedi?  Jearlyn & Michael dive into this cosmetic practice and wonder if it could possibly form helpful habits (or break horrible ones).  Plus, Michael tells us the circuitous path to his feelings of the Broadway hit "Hadestown".

On this week's edition of Center Stage, Jearlyn catches up with: "RUNESTONE! A 'Rock' Musical" playwright Mark Jensen "The Shell River Seven:Stop Line 3:" filmmaker Keri Pickett Plus, Jearlyn talks about the revival of Broadway.

Although it started years ago, the practice of telehealth grew quite a bit during the COVID pandemic.  Is is here to stay?  Atlas MD founder Dr. Josh Umbehr explains the likelihood of more progress in this specialty. Piggybacking off of the interview with Dr. Umbehr, Jearlyn wonders if we have become too dependent on technology.  She reads an article describing a modern "doomsday" s...

Should parents buy prom dresses and tuxes for their children, or should the youngsters work for those special accessories?  Jearlyn gives her thoughts. Even with fading COVID restrictions and higher starting wages, why do businesses still have hiring difficulties?  Business coach Gary Watts (of Pinnacle Business Guides) explains some creative ideas that companies are using to bring on an...

When it comes to having a career plan once you graduate college, some folks have it figured out.  One such person is Emma Freebersyser.  The Bethel University senior has already started a business that will be expanding once she walks across the stage next month.  She joins the program to describe her business and how she came to this path.

Last week, Pillsbury United Communities made an announcement that could change the education opportunities for seniors at Minneapolis North High School.  Organization Head of Mobilization and Narrative Strategies (and former North High teacher) Kenzie O'Keefe explains the tremendous gift for these students.

Have you heard of Tubman?  This Minnesota organization has been providing services, including combatting domestic violence, for decades.  CEO Jennifer Polzin joins the show to discuss what is provided from this critical support system.

On this edition of the Mom & Michael Hour, Michael tells us about some of the new L.A. restaurants he's tried.  Plus, there's a new owner of the Magic Castle.  Michael goes into the details surrounding one of his favorite places.

During this edition of Center Stage, Jearlyn sits down with: Sister Joan Mitchell, CSJ, of St. Catherine's University Out on a Limb Dance Theater artistic director Kim Martinez Royal Canadian International Circus ringmaster/daredevil Joseph Dominik Bauer Frequency Collisions band leader and Supper Club Collective organizer Ryan Rud

Last week, Pillsbury United Communities made an announcement that could change the education opportunities for seniors at Minneapolis North High School.  Organization Head of Mobilization and Narrative Strategies (and former North High teacher) Kenzie O'Keefe explains the tremendous gift for these students. When it comes to having a career plan once you graduate college, some folks have it fi...

Have you heard of Tubman?  This Minnesota organization has been providing services, including combatting domestic violence, for decades.  CEO Jennifer Polzin joins the show to discuss what is provided from this critical support system. As the weather (hopefully) warms up, more bicycles will return to the roads.  What should motorists look out for to keep cyclists safe when sharing t...

In this edition of "So What Do You Do?", we welcome Team Women MN executive director Katy Burke on the show to discuss her organization and some of the events they have on the horizon.

It's Easter Sunday.  How did Michael spend it?  He tells Jearlyn.  Then, we hear his review of the newest installment of the "Fantastic Beasts" franchise.

After spending time on the stage at the Children's Theatre Company, Traci Shannon is returning as the organization's new casting director.  She tells us why she decided to enter this new phase of her career.