KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

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Select programming from KMOJ's airwaves and community voices. Since first going “on the air” in 1976, KMOJ-89.9-FM continues its legacy as the community-oriented station located in Minneapolis, Minnesota airing a predominantly urban adult contemporary format.“KMOJ’s Community Viewpoint” is one way the station achieves its mission of engaging, supporting and empowering Communities of Color to elevate the way of life of the people of its community and to challenge social and economic disparities, and the persistent consequences of historic racism. The station call letters, “KMOJ” were inspired b...

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KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”

Episodes

02/13/2023- Angela Moore-Smith Project Coordinator AABC(African American Babies Coalition) 13.02.2023 8:34

AABC works to create an equitable healthcare system by building relationships across partners to organize together and create change across the ecosystem.

01/20/2023 Epidemiologist, Dr. Michael Osterholm joins Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs. 20.01.2023 12:57

Dr. Osterholm, Director of the University of Minnesota's Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy says even though Minnesota's COVID-19 trends are stable with the presence of new variants, it is important to use safety precautions.

01/20/2023 President and CEO, Ordway Theatre for the Performing Arts, Christopher Harrington joins Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs. 20.01.2023 11:20

Christopher Harrington is the first African American CEO in the theatre's 36-year history. He talks about his relationship with the community as well as upcoming performances. Harrington highlights a special connection with veterans which coincides with the Ordway's staging of A Soldier's Play.

01/13/2023- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey plans and hopes for 2023 13.01.2023 8:41

Mayor Frey discusses the plans and hopes for 2023 for the city of Minneapolis.

01/13/2023- Dr. T. Anansi Wilson- Mitchell Hamline Center for the Study of Black Life and Law 13.01.2023 6:19

Dr. Wilson tell us about the Center for the Study of Black Life and the Law at the Mitchell Hamline School of Law

01/11/2023- Minneapolis Public Schools-Superintendent Cox 11.01.2023 7:36

School Enrollment Season is Coming to a Close, and school enrollment season is currently still going on for families looking for a new school for fall 2023. school request due date is Feb. 7, by getting your school request submitted by Feb. 7, you have the best chance of getting your first requested school. ○ We take requests year-round, but you have the best chance of getting your preferred schoo...

01/09/2022- Deputy Director of Public Works- Brette Hjelle 09.01.2023 6:41

Hiring Opportunities for Public Works Minnesota

01/06/2023- Christine Tucci Osorio, the Superintendent of School District 622 06.01.2023 12:55

MPS Updates, what determines a snow day vs. an e-Learning day.

12/30/2022- Shawn Lewis- Project Coordinator-North Commons Park Minneapolis 30.12.2022 8:25

North Commons Park is being redeveloped by the Minneapolis Park Board. Shawn Lewis from the Minneapolis Parks Foundation. Updates for recreation center.

12/20/2022- Shawn Sorrell currently serves as the Hennepin County Diversity Equity and Inclusion Department manager. 20.12.2022 5:46

Hennepin County Advisory Board Openings

12/19/2022 A Brooklyn Center liquor store employee gave the shoes off her feet and spoke with Freddie Bell. 19.12.2022 4:17

La Teia Thomas, known as Ace, gave the shoes off her feet to a homeless man. She saw him attempting to make shoes out of boxes. The store is holding a city-wide drive, "Ace's Warmth," to collect clothing and winter gear for those needing a helping hand.

12/19/2022- Tru Pettigrew Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion Officer; MN Timberwolves and Lynx 19.12.2022 9:14

Over the past three years, the MN Timberwolves and Lynx have initiated bridging both business and basketball to impact DEI efforts internally and externally. From new employee resource groups, hiring practices to creating safe spaces for courageous conversations, and engaging in partnerships that uplift our communities, the intentional efforts continue to make a positive impact.

12/17/2022 Former Attorney General Eric Holder was the featured speaker at the Westminster Townhall Forum. 17.12.2022 56:33

The former Barack Omaha era Attorney General took a look back and expressed optimism for the America.

12/14/2022 Freddie Bell chats with Lulete Mola, the cofounder of the Black Colletive Foundation 14.12.2022 9:38

The Black Collective Foundation was formed to harness the struggles and possibilities of the historical moment to move the philanthropic sector into power-shifting solidarity and transformation.

12/13/2022 Roseanne Lais, Director of Community Resources, Great MN Schools talks about school choice 14.12.2022 4:04

Minneapolis Public Schools is participating in the SchoolFinder Enrollment Fair on January 7, 2023, at Minnesota Community Technical Community College. Minneapolis Public Schools with host booths for families to learn more about school options and programs.

12/8/2022- Mayor Frey's 2023 Budget Adopted by City Council 09.12.2022 9:52

The Mayor's budget continues his deep investment in affordable housing inclusive economic recover, public safety, climate, public health and City capacity and performance

12/7/2022 Jay Haapala - AARP Fraud Watch 07.12.2022 7:29

A new survey from AARP looks at the fraud risks we all should be aware of during the busy end of year holiday seasons. The survey covered online shopping, gift cards, charity scams.

12/7/2022- MPS Superintendent Rochelle Cox- Enrollment Season is Underway 07.12.2022 6:07

MPS Enrollment Season is Underway. Virtual and in -person school open houses are taking place from now through Jan. 31st . Our Explore MPS website has everything you need to know about the school enrollment process and our range of great preK-12 programs.

12/5/2022- Minnesota Senior Linkage Line- Jetta Wiedemeier Bower, Volunteer and Community Outreach 05.12.2022 7:26

Minnesota Senior Linkage Line resources that are available, Open enrollment for Medicare underway.

12/2/2022- Alice Roberts-Davis Commissioner of the MN Department of Administration 02.12.2022 8:30

Alice Roberts-Davis serves as the Commissioner of the MN Department of Administration. Alice is focused on her commitment to making Minnesota a more equitable and inclusive state.

12/2/2022- Christine Tucci Osorio- Superintendent of Schools, District 622 02.12.2022 8:53

It's Finals week in District 622. The Superintendent shares tips students and parents can use to prepare for the best outcomes.

11/30/2022- Joel Halverson, STEM Coordinator. Hall Stem Academy 30.11.2022 7:04

Hall STEM Academy is shooting for the stars! Earlier this month the school celebrated the launch of its brand new world class observatory.

11/28/2022- JP Leider, director of the Center for Public Health Systems and Elizabeth Wrigley-Field Lead author of the paper and assistant professor of sociology. 28.11.2022 9:49

New research from the University of Minnesota shows that black, Hispanic and asian populations are significantly more likely to die of COVID-19, regardless of their vaccinations status at the population levels

11/23/2022- Jacqueline Turner- Chief Operations Officer at Saint Paul/MPS Public Schools 23.11.2022 7:35

Open enrollment for MPS and St. Paul Public Schools.

11/21/2022 Santa Pat Moss makes a long distance call to Freddie Bell 21.11.2022 5:17

Santa Pat Moss, part of the Santa Experience at the Mall of America is taking reservations to see him, from December 13th through the 19th.