The Shakopee Podcast

Shakopee community members, teachers, and students join me to talk about the School District's Operating Levy vote.

Canterbury Park CEO Randy Sampson and Valleyfair GM Raul Rehnborg join me to talk about the upcoming summer in Shakopee!

Angie Whitcomb, Shakopee Chamber President, has taken a new position with the Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce. In today's podcast, Angie and I talk about her time as the Chamber President and the good - and bad - of her ten years here in Shakopee. I can't thank Angie enough for her work on behalf of Shakopee businesses and our community. Best of luck in your new role! Brad

Today we have a two part podcast where we discuss what it means that Valley Fair is a certified as a Certified Autism Center. We start off with Myron Pincomb with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards. He goes into what it takes to become a Certified Autism Center and what this means for a theme park. Then we speak with Jessica Naderman with Valley Fair. She goes into what specific services and attractions will be available to make Valley Fair comfortable for folks across the entire spectrum.

I am joined by Heather Wilson a Foster America fellow who is helping to end child abuse and neglect in Scott County. We discuss what supports are needed to keep families safe and together. 

Listen as I go over everything that happened over the 2020 session and how it impacts Shakopee. 

Today, we are joined by Jen Brewington the Economic Development Specialist for the city of Shakopee. We go into several issues that are facing our local businesses and what they need to continue to thrive in our community. 

Today I am joined by Safia Khan who is the Government Relations Director for the Shakopee prison. We go into a number of matters around how the prison affects our community and the criminal justice system as a whole. 

We are joined by Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon as we discuss the importance of vote-by-mail in the times of COVID-19 and the upcoming election.

Gina Boots was clinically diagnosed with COVID-19 (not in the official count because testing wasn't available then) and shares her story of how she and her family dealt with the COVID-19 virus.

Congresswoman Angie Craig stopped by during our most recent Virtual Town Hall to discuss the CARES Act and other updates from the federal government. 

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesota, Rep. Brad Tabke sits down with Dr. Monte Johnson, Vice President of Medical Affairs at St. Francis Regional Medical Center. They discuss the virus, flattening the curve, and the medical resources available for Shakopee and the surrounding communities. 

Audio of Rep. Tabke presenting his infrastructure projects to the House Capital Investment Committee. 

Rep. Tabke sits down with House Speaker Melissa Hortman to preview the 2020 legislative session. 

Rep. Brad Tabke, Metropolitan Council Chair Charlie Zelle, House Transportation Chair Frank Hornstein, and St. Paul City Council Member Mitra Jalali announced comprehensive transit rider experience legislation that would create a Transit Ambassador Program to increase safety, connect riders with services, and apply administrative, rather than criminal, penalties for fare evasion. 

House Transportation Chair Frank Hornstein talks with Transportation Vice Chair Brad Tabke about how the legislature is working to meet Minnesotans' transportation needs and improve roads and bridges. 

Rep. Tabke sits down with Mathias Weinzerl for an inside look into the transition to Sit and Sip, formerly Munkabeans, to a coffee and wine bar, and the ins and outs of starting a business in Shakopee. 

Rep. Brad Tabke sits down with Secretary of State Steve Simon to discuss voter turnout, the integrity of Minnesota's elections and election system, and everything you need to know about the upcoming presidential primary. 

Ahead of our community conversation on cannabis, Rep. Tabke sits down with Majority Leader Ryan Winkler to discuss legalizing adult-use cannabis in Minnesota. 

Rep. Raymond Dehn represents Minneapolis in the Minnesota House in addition to chairing the House Elections Subcommittee. Rep. Dehn discusses elections and the "Restore the Vote" movement with Rep. Tabke. 

Rep. Tabke discusses electric cars and the future of the Minnesota Licensing and Registration System (MNLARS) with Rep. Steve Elkins of Bloomington. 

In a special episode of The Shakopee Podcast, Rep. Tabke sits down with multiple members of the community to discuss upcoming events throughout Shakopee this Holiday Season, including Holiday Fest and local businesses to patronize.

Margaret Anderson Kelliher, Commissioner for Minnesota's Department of Transportation, discusses the unique transportation needs for our state, how they're paid for, and our transportation options in Shakopee. 

In honor of Veterans Day, Rep. Tabke and Derek Falwell cover the resources available through Scott County Veterans Services, and how residents can access them. 

With Deer Hunting Season upon us, Rep. Tabke sits down with Barb Keller, the big game supervisor for the Minnesota DNR, to talk about CWD and how it'll be impacting hunters this season. 

Deanna White, the Director for Minnesota's Clean Water Action, joins Rep. Tabke to discuss the organization's goal to win strong health and environmental protections by bringing issue expertise, solution-oriented thinking and people power to the table.

Recent legislation has allowed hemp production to boom in Minnesota's agricultural industry. John Strohfus, President of Minnesota Hemp Farms, discusses the crop and its future in our state. 

Amy Koch, former Minnesota Senate Majority Leader and current lobbyist, discusses lobbying, its various forms, and the popular misconceptions of its role in our government. 

Andrew Offerman, the Senior Director of Racing Operations at Canterbury Park, speaks with Rep. Tabke about this Shakopee institution, the future for the area, and the legislative work done with the Minnesota Racing Commission. 

Rep. Tabke sits down with Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn, the DFL State Representative from Roseville and Assistant Majority Leader. Listen in as they cover topics ranging from environmentalism. hunting, and Chronic Wasting Disease. 

Mental health was the focal point of numerous pieces of legislation this year. Rep. Tabke interviews Dr. Terryl Raddatz, the director of the Scott County Mental Health Center, to discuss the mental health resources available to Shakopee.

Rep. Brad Tabke discusses Shakopee's Academies with Elizabeth Duehr, an Academy Coach at Shakopee High School.

Rep. Tabke sits down with Amanda McKnight, departing Shakopee Valley News Journalist, to discuss covering Shakopee and the evolution of the community through the years.

Rep. Tabke and members of the House Transportation Committee present the proposed budget of the DFL House for Minnesota's transportation infrastructure.

Rep. Brad Tabke and members of the House discuss the Driver's Licenses for All bill which would go on to pass off the House floor.

Rep. Tabke and other members discuss the state of housing in Minnesota.

Rep. Tabke sits down with Ruby Winings, Circulation Manager for Southwest News Media, and Relay for Life advocate.

Rep. Tabke discusses his legislation to allow hunters to use leashed dogs when tracking big game.