The Sheletta Show

Bianca Rhodes and Kamisha Johnson are the daughters of the late great Jellybean Johnson. Sheletta asks them about their experiences in losing their father and how they are processing their grief. They talk about some of their family’s history, tendencies and tight knittedness. Bianca and Kamisha share some details about Jellybean’s upcoming memorial for those wishing to pay their respects to a loc...

The full first hour of The Sheletta Show for December 13th, 2025. Guests include Brian McDaniel and Taylor Rivera.

Taylor Rivera is a News Reporter here at WCCO Radio. Sheletta was the last person to learn about her engagement and she has some words for her. Taylor shares her engagement story that included a fender bender. In their second segment, Taylor talks about an article she wrote for WCCO about the city’s plans for George Floyd Square. It’s been five years of trying to figure out what to do with the spa...

Brian R. McDaniel is an attorney, college professor, stand-up comedian, and Minnesota governmental relations professional with over 25 years of experience working both inside and outside of the Minnesota State Capitol. Brian joins Sheletta today to discuss the crowded Minnesota gubernatorial race as the calendar inches toward the 2026 election year. Earlier this week we learned that MyPillow CEO M...

The full third hour of The Sheletta Show for December 6th, 2025. Guests include Allison Stinke, Lesley Kandaras and Steve Thomson.

Sheletta’s favorite part of the show is when Steve Thomson shows up. Sheletta had a full slated show today and talks with Steve about how nice it was to be in studio today. It hasn’t been like this since before Covid. They also discuss the lack of variety of paper products usage amongst men and how hard the winter smacked us this year.

Lesley Kandaras joins Sheletta to talk about all the changes going on with Metro Transit and the launch of the E Line. Route 6 is no longer… the E Line lives. Lesley also shares what they’re hearing from customers and why Metro Transit is adding so many express lines. Lesley also details which neighborhoods/areas the E line rolls through.

Allison Steinke is a fellow professor at the University of Minnesota. She joins Sheletta in studio to promote her upcoming book, “Brand Thinking: Building Brands You Can Believe In”. Sheletta asks about the inspirations behind Allison’s book and the importance of authenticity in your brand. Allison talks about building the story that is you and the importance of having a purpose/why behind your br...

The full second hour of The Sheletta Show for December 6th, 2025. Guests include Ricky Collins and Shontel Booker.

Shontel Booker joins Sheletta to promote her new book “Sit Ya Ass Down Somewhere: An Intro to Resting for Black Girls”. Shontel and Sheletta discuss the stigma of resting within the Black women community. Shontel talks about sitting in stillness and checking in on yourself and your needs. Sheletta talks about her struggle in finding rest even when she’s intentionally trying to create space and qui...

Ricky Collins was the Executive Producer of the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers Gala a couple weeks ago. Sheletta asks about his creative process and how he put the details of such an amazing event together. Ricky talks about how important it is to pay it forward to the next generation and credits those who have elevated him along his journey and led him to be in the position he is now. In...

The full first hour of The Sheletta Show for December 6th, 2025. Guests include LaToya White, Lindy Vincent and Brandon Jones.

Brandon Jones, M.A., CPPM, is a mental health and leadership consultant who specializes in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), historical and intergenerational trauma, emotional intelligence, and culturally responsive leadership. He also hosts the “It’s Not Your Fault” podcast. He joins Sheletta to discuss a story about research study about kids, smart phones and what we can do as caregivers/tea...

Lindy Vincent is a close friend of Sheletta and she joins the show to talk about her podcast “Get Lit and Lean with Lindy” and finding your way back to your healthy self before the new year starts. Lindy gives her 5 things that will help you sail into 2026 and hit the ground running. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-lean-lit-with-lindy-podcast/id1835690697

LaToya White joins Sheletta to talk about her free cupcake class she’s offering today for kiddos to work on some confectionary creations and reduce their social anxiety. The event is being thrown by Angel’s Delightful Creations at N Market 4414 N Humboldt Ave today from 1-3pm! https://www.adcsnacks.com/

The full third hour of The Sheletta Show for November 29th, 2025. Guests include Brian S. Mills, Nathan Janicek and Steve Thomson.

Sheletta’s favorite part of the show is when Steve Thomson shows up. They discuss who was in charge of what at their respective family Thanksgivings. Sheletta talks about the special turkey she had this year and Steve shares a story about a Thanksgiving past that was almost derailed in the driveway.

Nathan Janicek works with Hennepin County Voting Engagement and he joins Sheletta to give the voter turnout results for Minnesota. Nathan talks about the challenges getting to polls on “off years” but guess what… Minnesota and Minneapolis showed up. Nathan shares some of those numbers and compares them to what we saw from other states. Sheletta asks about the surge in youth voting and what’s on th...

Brian S Mills is a Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Advisor. Sheletta says her business is down 60% this year compared to last and she’s had to make some budget adjustments. She asks Brian about expenses and spending habits. Brian advises giving every dollar a purpose before it shows up. He also suggests saving for his gift budget from the start of the year and treating it like a bill.

The full second hour of The Sheletta Show for November 29th, 2025. Guests include Nausheena Hussain and Robin Hickman-Winfield.

Robin Hickman-Winfield is the Executive Producer and CEO of SoulTouch Productions. She joins Sheletta to talk about an upcoming tribute about her late great uncle Gordon Parks. Robin shares who her great uncle Gordon Parks was and his journey as a world renowned photographer and artist. He was the first Black photographer for Life Magazine and Vogue Magazine. Robin highlights his humanitarianism e...

Nausheena Hussain joins The Sheletta Show to discuss her new book called Prosperity with Purpose: A Muslim Woman's Guide to Abundance and Generosity. It focuses on emboldening a new generation of Muslim women to take control of their personal finances in alignment with the core principles of their faith. Nausheena talks about where the book came from and the research she did into Islam and how wom...

The full first hour of The Sheletta Show for November 29th, 2025. Guests include Mebal Kaayni and Mark Hintz.

Mark Hintz is the Chief Advancement Officer for Lifeworks Services. Mark explains what Lifeworks, what his position entails at the organization and some of the direct services they provide. Since 1965, Lifeworks has partnered with people with disabilities to increase opportunity and access in the community. Together, we reimagine what’s possible through innovative solutions for careers, daily acti...

Mebal Kaayni is just your local school bus driver that happens to be a hero. She recently rescued a lost little boy from drowning. Sheletta surprised Mabel earlier this week in gratitude for what she did. Mabal shares what was going through her mind when she saw the child in distress and how she cared for him after his traumatic experience. Thank you Mebal for being the embodiment of the good neig...