The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky

On this episode of  The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky , Michael Brodkorb, Becky Scherr, and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following: 00:01:12 - An interview with Dr. Scott Jensen about his race for governor, the GOP endorsement process, the politics of abortion, and abortion policy in Minnesota . 01:21:23 - A recap of the interview with Jensen. 01:32:21 - "Food Fight with Bro...

On this bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky , Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with House Majority Whip Tom Emmer from Minnesota about national and state politics.  The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode later this week. Get full access to On The Record with Michael Brodkorb at michaelbrodkorb.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky , Michael Brodkorb, Becky Scherr, and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following: 01:40  - The return of Michael Brodkorb 11:56 - A candid interview with Patrick Connolly about how his family went from anger to action in response to being a carjacking victim. 1:01:51 - "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky" - Top Condiments 1:07...

Due to the July 4th holiday, this week’s episode of the Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will feature a previously aired discussion Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb had with one of the most respected Minnesota journalists, Pat Kessler. This week's "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky" will feature Becky Scherr, special guest co-host Jeff Kolb, and Kyle Potter, Editor In Chief at Thrifty Traveler...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky , Becky Scherr and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following: 03:14 - An interview with Colleen Kelly about the tragic realities of vehicular crimes in Minnesota. 31:00 - The horrific crash caused by Derrick Thompson. 49:10 - "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky" - Dairy Queen treats. 53:54 - Tweets of The Week. The Break Down...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Becky Scherr and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following: 03:22 - Minnesota is back on the national political stage. 21:40 - The trouble with local party organizations.  30:14 - An interview with Kyle Potter, Editor In Chief at Thrifty Traveler. 56:01 - "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky" - Taco Bell menu items. 1:04:00 -...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Becky Scherr and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following: 01:30 - An interview with Kurtis Hanna, drug policy reform lobbyist. 21:40 - An interview with Bryan Strawser, Principal & CEO, Bryghtpath. 55:18 - "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky" - BBQ side dishes. 1:03:05 - Tweets of The Week. The Break Down with Brodkorb and...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Becky Scherr and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following: 02:51 - An interview with Minnesota politico Jan Unstad.  48:59 - "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky" - Favorite summer beverages. 58:59 - Recap of the interview with Unstad. 01:02:43 - Tweets of The Week. The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a n...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following: 1:55 - Why Jeff Kolb will be a guest host for the next few weeks. 09:05 - Governor Tim Walz’s veto of the Uber/Lyft bill. 27:09 - An interview with former Rep. Keith Franke, executive director of Protect Our Charities , on the damage done this legislative sessio...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 03:22 - An interview with Rep. Anne Neu Brindley , which covers the following topics: 04:21 - End of session maneuvering by Democrats at the Minnesota Legislature.  15:29 - The winners and losers of the legislative session. 30:39 - The spending spree and tax hikes passed during th...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 00:52 - An interview with journalist Pat Kessler 46:47 - A recap of our interview with Pat Kessler 56:31 - Nearing the end of the legislative session. 1:08:13 - "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky" - Top sodas 1:17:45 - Tweets of The Week The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky wil...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 1:07 - An update from Michael 2:31 - An interview with former Senator Michelle Benson. 39:06   - A recap of our interview with Benson 48:24 -  "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky" - Top candies 1:00:14 - Tweets of The Week 1:02:00 -  A thank you from Michael The Break Down with Br...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 1:40 - An interview with Rep. Elliott Engen. 23:20 - President Joe Biden announces re-election. 37:35 - Gov. Tim Walz's State of the State. 48:29 - Poll show Republicans want to fight "woke" culture. 56:13 - New segment: "Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky." 1:05:22 - Tweets of th...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 1:00 - An interview with Tanner Curl, Executive Director of MinnPost. 16:11 - A discussion about politicians, media access, and transparency. 41:52 - An interview with J. Patrick Coolican, Editor-in-Chief of Minnesota Reformer. 1:06:36 - Recap and Tweet of the Week The Break Down...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: 4:13 - CNN poll shows only one-third of Americans say Biden deserves 2nd term. 16:47 - The misfire by the Tennessee GOP 29:47 - Updates on Mike Murphy and Winona LaDuke  43:29 - An interview with Jim Schultz, the '22 MN GOP candidate for attorney general. 1:03:31 - Ham vs. Turkey...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Rep. Walter Hudson and Jeff Kolb join Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr to break down the following: 2:38 - Protests at the homes of elected officials. 20:30 - The GOP messaging struggles. 58:55 - The debate over the Trans Refuge Bill. 1:21:53 - A debrief and Tweet of the Week. The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new...

On this bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the indictment of former President Donald Trump. The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.  Get full access to On The Record with Michael Brodkorb at michaelbrodkorb.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down Minnesota politics with an interview of Republican Party of Minnesota Chairman David Hann.  The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.  Get full access to On The Record with Michael Brodkorb at michaelbrodkorb.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: A possible indictment of former President Donald Trump. The rise of Governor Tim Walz as a national political candidate. Controversy about Winona LaDuke testifying at the Minnesota legislature. The Republicans' messaging mess about universal free school meals.  An interview with S...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: Recent threats against politicians in Minnesota. Revelations about Fox News uncovered in a lawsuit filed against them by Dominion Voting Systems. The yearly battle against Daylight Saving Time. Jeff Kolb, a former member of the Crystal City Council, joins Michael and Becky in the...

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: Political developments at the recent Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC). Why former President Donald Trump continues to lead the GOP race for president. An interview with Sen. Erin Maye Quade on progress at the Minnesota State Capitol. The Break Down with Brodkorb and...

Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following: Why the Brodkorb Report is now The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky. Nikki Haley's announcement for president and Don Lemon's sexist comments. The response by the Biden administration to the train derailment in Ohio. The budget forecast and how it will shape the final months of the legislative session. The Break Down with Brodkorb and B...

In this episode of The Brodkorb Report (now renamed The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky), Michael Brodkorb, Becky Alery, and Todd Walker interview  Rep. Mike Freiberg (DFL) on his proposal for a new state flag. Michael and Becky analyze President Joe Biden's State of the Union address - and the reaction by House Republicans. Next, Michael and Becky critique the government's messaging response t...

In this episode of The Brodkorb Report (now renamed The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky), Michael Brodkorb, Becky Alery, and Todd Walker interview Rep. Jon Koznick (R) on his concerns with the legislative process at the Minnesota State Capitol.   Michael and Becky debate the removal of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) from the Foreign Affairs Committee. Michael and Becky discuss failed Republican governo...

In this episode of The Brodkorb Report (now renamed The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky), Michael Brodkorb, Becky Alery, and Todd Walker interview Rep. Harry Niska (R) about his perspective on legislative developments at the Minnesota State Capitol.   Michael and Becky discuss Governor Tim Walz's budget proposal and analyze the political ramifications for legislators.  Former Republican candida...