The Sheletta Show

If you're looking for a fun time in a unique location, there's an upcoming charitable event that might tickle your fancy. Children's Hospital Association executive director Sarah Driever and Jaymi Danz from US Bank join Sheletta to give us a look-ahead.

Coming up, Sheletta will host the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers' annual gala. Executive director Aisha Richardson previews the event and discusses the group's efforts to help more Black students reach their dream profession.

Teach for America Minnesota was ready for their annual celebration gala in June, but the unthinkable happened that day (the killings of Melissa and Mark Hortman and the shootings of John and Yvette Hoffman). The gala was rescheduled and will now take place. Mikisha Nation lets us know when.

The lineup of guests continue to roll through our booth at the Minnesota State Fair. This hour, Sheletta welcomes: Mikisha Nation from Teachers for America Aisha Richardson from the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers Sarah Driever & Jaymi Diaz from Children's Minnesota Former State Rep Karla Bigham & Cottage Grove councilwoman Monique Garza

There has been a lot of recent news regarding Social Security. Will cuts be made to the program? What reforms are needed? How can you find out the status of the program? Erin Parrish of AARP Minnesota answers our pressing questions.

What are the costs of energy in your home and business lives? CEE (Center for Energy and Environment) lighting consultant Mark Rader explains what they can be and how we can save some pennies on it.

If you own a business and need to get a boost to reach the next level, Old National Bank can lend a hand. Market president and Private Wealth management executive Julie McDonough joins the show to offer some advice.

It's the start of a busy show from the WCCO State Fair booth. Sheletta welcomes a bunch of guests on, with the focus this hour on chatter about money topics. They include: Julie McDonough from Old National Bank Mark Rader from CEE Erin Parrish from AARP of Minnesota

Hear from kids who got away, a father who ran in alongside first responders, and Minnesota's top political leaders as we grapple with something all-too familiar: a school shooting. Get the latest on the perpetrator, and insight into what -- if anything -- may finally change.

There seems to be a lot of news when it comes to the Minneapolis government. But is any work getting done for the people of the city? Ward 3 councilman Michael Rainville stops by the Fair booth to discuss that concern, as well as how much he enjoys the Fair.

It's that time. What do you need to look out for when getting your kids medically checked on before the school year? Sheletta talks with several people from the community at NorthPoint Health & Wellness (customer Marie Rosales, Dr. Laura Solyntjes, & CEO Kimberly Spates) about what you should focus on.

Out at the State Fair porch, there's so many topics to cover. In this hour, Sheletta talks with folks from the NorthPoint Health community about getting those pediatric checkups before the school year. Plus, Minneapolis Ward 3 councilman Michael Rainville takes a few minutes to chat.

Do you have a child that's looking at colleges? If you need a different pathway than signing up at an expensive four-year institution, Erica Embury, Associate Director of Admissions for St. Thomas' Dougherty Family College, is here to provide a possible solution.

Are you looking to grow your business or find out about starting one? Kari Niedfeldt-Thomas, president/CEO of the Better Business Bureau of MN & ND, offers some advice on the subject.

The fun continues at the State Fair porch. Sheletta welcomes Kari Niedfeldt-Thomas on to talk about businesses around the state. Then, Erica Embury gives us the details on how families with lesser resources can help get their children to a college education.

Having internet access continues to be a growing need in today's world. But how can you afford it? Rachel Johnson, VP of Sales & Marketing at Comcast, joins Sheletta at the Fair porch to describe a great offer.

Sheletta set up a fun vote for her day at the Fair. However, this event is also a good way for Hennepin County to show their advances in the system for more serious votes later this year. Community liaison Nathan Janicek joins the show to explain what's new.

Sheletta has made her way to the State Fair booth for the first time in 2025...and she's looking for your help. She asks for fairgoers to vote on who's the most popular host at the station. Nathan Janicek tells us about the voting system being used. Plus, Rachel Johnson explains the importance of internet access and affordability.

The full third hour of The Sheletta Show on August 16th, 2025. Sheletta kicks off the final hour with a conversation with Jenny Kedward from Hennepin County about reducing food waste. Sheletta shares why she made an unexpected trip to her hometown of Houston with her family. Then, a visit with Bill Halter about Finally, Sheletta wraps the show with her favorite guest… Steve Thomson! They get into...

Steve Thomson makes his weekly appearance with Sheletta. Steve almost had to save the day and fill in for Sheletta today after a dramatic start to her day that included a flight. They dig into the details of her journey to Houston and what type of traveler she is when things start to get stressful.

Bill Halter joins Sheletta to talk about a new political party gaining steam. The Forward Independence Party values doing something about the national debt, getting big money out of politics, workers rights amidst AI integration. The Fowardists will have a booth out at the Minnesota State Fair. https://www.forwardparty.com/#home

Jenny Kedward from Hennepin County joins Sheletta to talk about the multi-county effort to curb food waste during the month of August. The Stop Food Waste Challenge will help you notice when you are wasting food, connect you with resources to help you reduce it, and provide support and motivation along the way. Jenny encourages listeners to visit the website for more details and multiple avenues f...

The full second hour of The Sheletta Show on August 16th, 2025. Fresh off a plane to Houston, Sheletta first chats with Blaire Huneke about the sensory friendly services and spaces available to autistic individuals attending the Minnesota State Fair. Then, a fascinating conversation with Emily Laber-Warren about our social expectations about time and how our personalities play into our punctuality...

Emily Laber-Warren recently wrote a piece for the New York Times about time management. Sheletta claims that being late is one of the things that she does that annoys her kids the most. She and Emily discuss the inspirations for her piece and what Emily found after talking to some experts… you’d be surprised how much your personality plays into this. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/09/briefing/tim...

Blaire Huneke from the Minnesota State Fair joins Sheletta to talk about the sensory-friendly services and spaces available to any neurodiverse person wandering between the food stands looking for a quiet place to regulate. Blaire shares some tips like the days where the fairgrounds are a little more peaceful, vendors that open up earlier and exhibits that might be best for individuals with sensor...