The Sheletta Show

The full third hour of the Sheletta Show for June 27th, 2026. Guests include Justin Ellis, Paul Johnson and Steve Thomson.

Sheletta’s favorite part of the show is when Steve Thomson shows up. Today they talk about the culture of rage and anger that has taken over our culture and the way we talk about it. Sheletta talks about her red flags for grown men.

Paul Johnson is the owner of Handmod located in the Maplewood Mall. He joins Sheletta today to talk about what they do at HandMod, what to expect during your experience and the peaceful vibe they provide to let your creative side go wild. HandMod is a local, family-friendly DIY painting experience located inside Maplewood Mall. Guests of all ages can choose a handcrafted piece, paint it with hundr...

Justin Ellis is a writer and son of Minneapolis. He joins Sheletta to chat about the release of his first nonfiction book, “The Cruelty of Nice Folks”. Justin talks growing up on the South side of Minneapolis and how he has been called back to focus and write about what has been and continues to happen in the community that raised him. Justin and Sheletta embark on a poignant conversation about in...

The full second hour of the Sheletta Show for June 27th, 2026. Guests include Colin Roney and Tane Danger

Tane Danger is an emcee, event producer, improviser, teacher, and speaker. He also loves dancing with Sheletta at the State Fair. He’s joining us today to talk about his upcoming show with the Theater of Public Policy. Tane sings the praises of the performers who will be part of the improv show. Sheletta asks about the creative preparation process for their show. The Future of Minneapolis Tuesday,...

Colin Roney is the new Head of School at Franklin Academy in Golden Valley. Sheletta asks about his early experiences working with the school and what it was like growing up in the 1980’s with dyslexia. Colin speaks to the ferocity of his mother’s advocacy in finding the right environment and mentors to help him. Sheletta speaks to her experience as a mom of autistic kids and how she has had to fi...

The full first hour of the Sheletta Show for June 27th, 2026. Guests include Paul McGuire Grimes and Brian McDaniel.

Brian McDaniel is back on the Sheletta Show to discuss Tom Emmer’s recent comments about our Somali neighbors. Brian shares that he has been friends and worked with Tom Emmer for many years but says these comments have surprised him. Sheletta and Brian speak to the dangerous nature of Emmer’s rhetoric and that we as humans have lost the plot. They also discuss what Lisa Demuth’s campaign is doing...

Paul McGuire Grimes is a film critic and media personality. Sheletta’s kids are seeing Toy Story 5 before she’s had a chance to screen it ahead of time (which she prefers). Paul joins to ease Sheletta’s concerns and shares a synopsis of the latest installment to the Toy Story franchise. They wander into a discussion about tablets and finding a balance with all the technology available to us. They...

The Special Olympics' USA Games kick off Saturday in the Twin Cities. Alongside the fun of the events, health is the main priority for all of the athletes. Matt Peterson, CEO of Local Markets, Individual and Specialty at UnitedHealthCare Group, tells us the services that the company is providing for all of the participants.

One man is trying to increase the access First Responders have to get help for PTSD and other mental stresses of their jobs. Invisible Wounds Project founder Russ Hanes explains the resources that the initiative is providing.

Russ Hanes from the Invisible Wounds Project discusses the help they're providing to First Responders. Later, Matt Peterson from UnitedHealthcare describes how the company is keeping the Special Olympics participants in the best shape.

Who is and isn't speaking up after a UFC fighter used a racist trope describing former First Lady Michelle Obama? Autism and Anti-racist content creator Paul Ladipo describes how he is using his voice to denounce the fighter's statement.

What can we take away from Friday's Senate debate between Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan? MPR's Cathy Wurzer hosted the talk and provides some details. Then, hear about her upcoming event with fellow news legends Don Shelby and Pat Miles.

MPR journalist and host Cathy Wurzer review's Friday's Senate debate and previews an upcoming talk with more Twin Cities news legends. Content creator Paul Ladipo discusses the controversy involving a UFC fighter's comments about former First Lady Michelle Obama.

Friday's celebration of the Juneteenth holiday provided another opportunity to learn about and offer patronage to area Black-owned businesses. Yolanda Pierson, President & CEO of the Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce, discusses how impactful this advocacy is and the importance of continuing it all-year round.

Friday night, TPT hosted a Senate primary debate between Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan. Which candidate did better? Attorney & Principal at Momentum Advocacy Brian McDaniel gives his analysis.

Attorney and political strategist Brian McDaniel gives us a review of Friday's Senate debate between Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan. MN Black Chamber of Commerce president Yolanda Pierson tells us how to help out Black businesses in the area.

Rachel Flor is the Executive Director of the JFK Library in Boston, Massachusetts. The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award is being given to the People of the Twin Cities and Minnesota this year. Rachel speaks to the special nature of this year’s honorees and what went into the decision to award our community for what we experienced during Operation Metro Surge.

The full second hour of the Sheletta Show for Saturday May 30th, 2026. Guests include Michael Roberts, Alex Morris and Max & Pam Crawford!

Pam and Max Crawford are local entrepreneurs. Max has Down Syndrome and wasn’t happy with his job options after he graduated school. He decided he wanted to start his own small business with the help of his family and mother Pam. After their support and hard work Max now has spices on Hy-Vee shelves ready for you to purchase! Pam and Max share their story and how they brought Max’s idea to life an...

Sheletta is in Boston for the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Awards®. She’s trying to figure out what to see, do and eat while she’s in town. Alex Morris from the Barking Crab stops by the show to offer a solution to the latter. Alex explains where the name of the restaurant came from, what people love eating most on their menu and https://barkingcrab.com/

Michael Roberts is a close friend of Sheletta’s and the realtor responsible for Sheletta’s first venture into home ownership. Michael speaks to the challenges present in the current market that makes it tough for first time home buyers. They talk about home ownership and how it's an avenue to generational wealth. Sheletta asks Michael some of the factors behind a recent lag in Black homeownership...

The full first hour of the Sheletta Show for Saturday May 30th, 2026. Guests include Dave O'Donnell from Meet Boston and Liz Sawyer from the Star Tribune.