KMOJCast

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Helen Ferraro and Patrick Bass join Freddie Bell to discuss the upcoming Juneteenth Celebration at Centennial Lakes Park in Edina. The event brings together community organizations, local leaders, Black-owned businesses, artists, performers, and resource providers for an afternoon focused on empowerment, education, culture, and connection. Attendees can enjoy live music,...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Kia Bratz, Manager of Marketing Events at Mystic Lake Hotel Casino, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to preview The Great Midwest Rib Fest, taking place June 25–27 in Prior Lake. She discusses the family-friendly event featuring award-winning pitmasters from across the country, free live entertainment, food vendors, and the opportunity for attendees to vote for their...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Shawna Frazier and Fola Badwas join Chantel Sings to discuss The Next Chapter Home Tour , a special event designed to help individuals and families explore downsizing, right-sizing, and new construction options with confidence. Shawna explains why more homeowners are reconsidering what they need in a home and shares common questions people have about building new, financi...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Emmy Award-winning actor, director, and producer Leonard Searcy, alongside acclaimed producer Brenda Gilbert joins Freddie Bell to discuss MegaMiXer 2026 , a three-day event bringing together creatives, entrepreneurs, and entertainment professionals from across film, television, music, sports, fashion, and media. Leonard shares how MegaMiXer was created to open doors, cre...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Minnesota Realtor Shawna Frazier joins Freddie Bell to discuss The Next Chapter Home Tour , a special event designed to help individuals and families explore downsizing, right-sizing, and new construction options with confidence. Shawna explains why more homeowners are reconsidering what they need in a home and shares common questions people have about building new, finan...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Basketball Hall of Famer & Big3 coach Nancy Lieberman and Prostate Cancer Foundation President & CEO Gina Carithers join Freddie Bell to discuss a powerful new partnership between the Prostate Cancer Foundation and Ice Cube’s BIG3 basketball league aimed at saving lives through early prostate cancer detection. They explain the “Check the Box! Saving Lives Together...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Malik Rucker, founding Executive Director of V3 Sports, joined Freddie Bell for the "Community Builders Series" to discuss his North Minneapolis roots and the experiences that inspired his mission to invest in the community through health, wellness, and opportunity. A fifth-generation Northsider, Rucker reflected on the vision behind V3 Sports and how the organization has...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Reverend William Pierce and Sannia Eliza joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to preview the 3rd Annual Miss Juneteenth Minnesota Pageant, celebrating Black excellence, leadership, and the historical significance of Juneteenth. They discussed the pageant’s continued growth, including the addition of Mister and Mr. Juneteenth divisions and new age categories, bringing tog...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, LaVina Branscomb joined Chantel Sings to share how her North Minneapolis roots and personal journey have shaped her work as a multimedia artist blending graphic design, painting, digital art, and community storytelling. After losing her mother to breast cancer, Branscomb turned to art as a source of healing and transformed that experience into a mission to spread joy, upl...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Jay Haapala of AARP Minnesota joined Chantel Sings to review key outcomes from the 2026 Minnesota legislative session and discuss bipartisan efforts to improve financial security and quality of life for older adults. Haapala highlighted new legislation banning cryptocurrency kiosks beginning August 1, citing their growing use in scams and the difficulty victims face recov...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Kevin Lindsey, CEO of the Minnesota Humanities Center, joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to preview a series of Juneteenth events designed to celebrate African American history, culture, and community while reflecting on the nation’s continued pursuit of liberty and justice for all. Lindsey highlighted signature events including a Juneteenth Brunch and Community Conve...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams joined Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to spotlight a season of celebration across Minneapolis Public Schools, highlighting the accomplishments of students, educators, and athletic teams. She congratulated music educators Lesley Earles and Laurie Meyers for being named quarterfinalists for the 2027 Grammy Educator of the Year Award and...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, bdifferent joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to discuss his new single, Done Looking 4 Love , dropping May 29, and the inspiration behind his latest music. He reflects on how Minneapolis has become a second home since 2020, sharing how the city embraced his early performances and played a role in his artistic growth. The conversation highlights his upcoming headline sh...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Chief Joe Dotseth joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to discuss his vision for public safety across the Twin Cities transit system and how the Metro Transit Police Department is taking a whole-community approach to policing. He explains how beat policing, neighborhood engagement, and partnerships with social service organizations are helping improve safety while connect...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Leslie E. Redmond joins Freddie Bell & Chantel Sings to reflect on the significance of the sixth anniversary of George Floyd’s murder and why preserving truth and collective memory remains essential in this moment. She discusses Win Back’s annual Day of Remembrance, which brings together civic leaders, families, and community members to honor Floyd’s legacy through he...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Marquita W. Stephens joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to discuss her historic leadership as the first female President & CEO of Urban League Twin Cities and how the organization is responding to today’s political and economic climate. She shares how Urban League Twin Cities continues to provide critical workforce services, helping individuals gain skills, secure e...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Principal Erik Hensel joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to celebrate a major milestone as Emerson Dual Language Elementary School marks 100 years as a cornerstone of the Loring Park community. He shares the history of Emerson’s Spanish immersion program, one of the oldest in Minnesota, and explains how the school’s dual language model helps students build bilingual ski...

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Kevin Lindsey joins Freddie Bell to discuss what festivals reveal about Minnesota’s identity and why communities across the state are eager to gather, celebrate, and share traditions. He explains how the Minnesota Humanities Center’s festival grants support events that preserve stories, food, music, and cultural heritage while creating opportunities for neighbors to conne...

James Burroughs joins Freddie Bell to discuss the important work happening at Children’s Minnesota and the organization’s ongoing commitment to improving the health and well-being of children and families across the region. He shares how his leadership role connects equity and inclusion efforts with advocacy, government affairs, and community partnerships to address social determinants of health....

Terace Johnson joins Freddie Bell to discuss The Great Minnesota Career Expo, a major workforce development event designed to connect Minnesotans with career pathways, employers, and hands-on industry experiences. Hosted by Spotlight Staffing, the expo will take place May 21 at the InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront and features interactive demonstrations in aviation, skilled trades, culinary...

Christine Tucci Osorio joins Freddie Bell for another “Chat with Christine,” sharing updates on the many end-of-year celebrations and student achievements happening across North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District 622. She highlights the AVID program and explains how it helps students build academic skills, strengthen college and career readiness, and create meaningful connections throughou...