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The Sheletta Show
by Audacy
The show that keeps the conversation going on making our community more inclusive. We talk with leaders that are making a difference for a better Minnesota going forward.
Episodes
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Sheletta's has the last landline in the Twin Cities
The full (truncated) third hour of the Sheletta Show for September 12th, 2026. Dr. Quintarias Lester joins as a guest.
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Nobody wants to get the drill and the shot, let’s brush and floss instead
Dr. Quintarias Lester is known as “The Joyful Dentist” at his Hilltop Dental practice in Maplewood. Dr. Lester joins Sheletta today to help us get back to oral hygiene basics during times of routine transition. They both speak to challenges they experience as parents as they look to motivate and...
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The Fur Festival is just a place for (Furry) people to let loose and be themselves judgement free
Flint Fox is a friend that Sheletta made this morning at breakfast. He’s attending the Fur Festival that’s in town. Flint shares details about their community, what brings them together and what they’re up to at the Fur Festival. Flint is here with his Iowa delegation and shares what he’s looking...
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Doris Hines’ tenacious life, legacy and musical gifts once again take center stage
Gary D. Hines is the Music Director and Producer of the 3-time, Grammy Award-Winning Sounds of Blackness. Gary is fresh off an amazing performing experience at the Minnesota State Fair this year. He joins us today to talk about his family memoir project focused on telling the many stories of his...
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Don’t give up on yourself…Hardy White's first record deal came in his 50’s
Hardy White is a country music artist that lives here in Minnesota. His new song, Alabama Girrl leads us into the second hour of the show. Sheletta asks him about his new album, his relentless pursuit of sharing the message the way he was blessed to and the support that has been with him the…
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Please forgive Sheletta’s brain this week
The full first hour of The Sheletta Show for September 12th, 2026. Guests include Deputy Chief Kurt Hallstrom and Robert Doty.
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Sunshine and rainbows won’t close the gap in youth mental health care
September is National Suicide Awareness Month. There are so many people carrying heaviness in their lives, especially young people. Robert Doty is with PROCEED and he joins Sheletta to talk about a new facility opening on the east side of the metro. Robert and Sheletta speak to the unique...
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Deputy Chief Kurt Hallstrom on the rescue of a young autistic boy with the use of compassionate community and drone technology
Deputy Chief Kurt Hallstrom oversees Public Safety Technology with the Saint Paul Police Department. He joins the Sheletta Show today to talk about their recent rescue of a young child who had wandered away from home and into a pond with the use of a police drone. Deputy Chief Hallstrom shares…
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Catching up with the Najarians
While walking by the State Fair booth, Sheletta invited Pete and Lisa Najarian on that stage to catch up, including a review of the Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis showcase at the Grandstand.
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Risking Her Well-Being to Save Another
Last year, a Roseville bus driver saved a young, non-verbal boy from potentially drowning in Lake Owasso. Now, Mebal Kaanyi is getting recognized on our State Fair porch for her heroism. Carrie Carlson-Guest from the American Red Cross also joins for a special presentation.
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Inspiration for Your Stomach and Your Soul
Sheletta talks with her son about a spicy bite over at the State Fair. We hear an inspirational story of a bus driver that made a heroic move. Pete and Lisa Najarian stop by to chat. Plus, what's coming up on Steve Thomson's show?
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Getting a Foot in at the Get-Together
A goal of many entrepreneurs is to get a booth at the Minnesota State Fair. One business making its debut this year is KISA. Owner Emily Kisa discusses her journey to getting her booth, and Women Venture CEO LeeAnn Rasachak talks about the guidance they gave in that journey.
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Making a Home Your Own for Anybody
Over the years, both humans and houses can be subjected to wearing down. Rebuild Together Minnesota makes the effort to restore both the vitality of a home and the dignity of humanity. Kathy Grenier tells us how these combination efforts work.
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Start Small, Dream Big
If you're looking to start a small business, there's a financial institution ready to help you out. Julie McDonough from Old National Bank explains how they can provide expertise to your dreams.
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Keeping the Cycle Going
District Commissioners Mary Jo McGuire (Ramsey County) and Karla Bigham (Washington County) join Sheletta on the Fair porch to talk about the BizRecycle program, where grants can be given to help companies recycle their equipment.
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An Hour of Female Power, Finance, & Influence
Sheletta keeps the guests coming to the Fair porch. Mary Jo McGuire and Karla Bigham tell us about a grant to help grow recycling in the business community. Julie McDonough describes how Old National Bank helps small businesses in their growth. Kathy Grenier talks about finding home ownership for...
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Shedding Some of Those Fair Pounds
More than anything, a Fair (State, County, etc.) is known for its food. But it usually isn't the healthiest for us. So, how can we take off some of that weight we've gained the last week or so? Award-winning podcaster Lindy Vincent describes the health tips you can take to shed that weight.
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Anticipating a Major Life Change
What should women know as they go into the life phase known as menopause? Dr. Lisa Saul from UnitedHealthcare describes the processes of menopause and pre-menopause, as well as ways to lessen the physical effects.
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Voting By Design
There can be a fun element to the election process. Nathan Janicek from Hennepin County stops by the Fair booth to announce a coloring contest for election judge buttons
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They've Got You Covered
There's a new pergola to provide shade in front of our Fair booth. Andy Lindus from Lindus Construction tells us how they built the addition. Plus, how can you take advantage of their Fair sale?
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Home Needs, Voting Buttons, Life Changes, and Slimming Down
Andy Lindus from Lindus Construction tells us about what they can do to spruce up your home. Hennepin County's Nathan Janicek talks about a contest to design buttons for election judges. Dr. Lisa Saul from UnitedHealthcare discusses the effects of menopause. Lindy Vincent explains ways to shed…
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Women Politicians Taking Center Stage
The two biggest political races on the 2026 MN calendar feature battles between 2 women opponents. What does this say about female politicians across the state? State Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten and Cottage Grove city councilwoman Monique Garza discuss the now and future of women running for public...
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Striving for a Senatorial Status
In her bid to fill Tina Smith's U.S. Senate seat, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is finding her way through the spotlight. She stops by our State Fair porch to talk about her campaign, how she can be a unifier, and how her family is providing guidance and help.
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A Political Rise, Gracefully Aging, and a Sweet End
In this last hour of the weekly episode, Sheletta starts by talking politics. She chats with Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, State Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten, and Cottage Grove councilwoman Monique Garza. Then, Erin from AARP tells us how to look for their services at the Fair. Plus, we hear about a new...
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Spicing Up Some State Fair Fare
Afro Deli is back at the Fair, and they're bringing a little heat with them. Owner Mohamed Mohamed gives us the details on a sweet and spicy dish you can sample at their Fair booth.
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A Minnesota Welcome to a New State Fair Vendor
Some State Fair regulars make time to check out new vendors during the event. This year, Jive Turkey BBQ is making its debut at the Great Minnesota Get-Together. Founder Mike Neal tells us why he decided to come up from North Carolina to share his food with us.
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Poultry to Satisfy Your Palette
During this portion of the show, Sheletta welcomes representatives from Jive Turkey BBQ and Afro Deli to talk about their very popular bird-related dishes.
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Ring-ing in Another State Fair
If you're looking for onion rings at the State Fair, you might want to slide over to Danielson's and Daughters. The family that runs the booth explains what makes their rings so craveable.
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Portraying a Fair Institution
For more than 70 years, the State Fair has crowned one young lady to be Princess Kay of the Milky Way. In February, this staple will come to life through a new play at Children's Theater. Nicola Wahl leads the production, and the actress joins Sheletta on the Fair porch to preview the show.
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Notes to Fill Your Belly at the Fair
Ahead of a Saturday afternoon Twins game, Sheletta gets us going at the State Fair. She welcomes actress Nicola Wahl to the porch. Then, the folks at Danielson's & Daughters talk about their tasty onion rings.
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Sheletta had a question for RFK Jr when he was in Rochester
The full third hour of the Sheletta Show for August 22nd, 2026. Guests include Nathan Janicek, Kayla Chapman and Steve Thomson.
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Steve can’t believe people pay money to watch preseason NFL football
It’s our favorite segment with Steve Thomson. Sheletta and Steve talk about how unimportant preseason football is. They also discuss the recent sale of the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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Is your child showing developmental delays? Get them a blood tests ASAP
Kayla Chapman joins Sheletta today to talk about the dangers of lead exposure. They chat about how one through a simple blood test one can see if they or their children are being exposed to lead. Kayla shares some facts about long term exposure to lead and it can affect us. She also talks about...
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Nathan Janicek on Minnesota primary results, registering to vote in November and Hennepin County's election button coloring contest!
Our friend Nathan Janicek from Hennepin County Voter Engagement returns to the show to talk about the results of the Minnesota primary elections and their ongoing election button coloring contest for kids ages 8-18. Sheletta and Nathan talk about the plans they have for our visit to the Minnesota...
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Sheletta's State Fair SUPER hour
The full second hour of the Sheletta Show for Saturday August 22nd, 2026. Guests include Mike Marcotte and Brian Mills.
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Before you head to the State Fair let’s talk to our financial advisor Brian Mills
Brian Mills is a financial advisor for Ameriprise Financial and also a father to two growing boys. He joins Sheletta to show how the listeners can “ball on a budget” while attending the Minnesota State Fair. Brian breaks down a step by step plan for Sheletta and her family for their day at the…
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Minnesota State Fair 101 with Mike Marcotte
Mike Marcotte is a former executive producer of KSTP’s Minnesota Live and Twin Cities Live in addition to running Give Me The Mike dot com. I don’t know if you’ve heard but the Minnesota State Fair starts this Thursday. There’s no better person or place (givemethemike.com) to give us the rundown…
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Raise your daughters to be ready to escape the monsters
The full first hour of The Sheletta Show for Saturday August 22nd, 2026. Guests include Adrian Perryman and Lambers Fisher.
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Lambers Fisher on Black leadership in politics, re-imagining how to meet community needs and what it means for Minnesota to elect its first woman as governor
Lambers Fisher is a close friend of the program. Only three Black governors have been elected to the highest State office over the course of American history. This year there are a record eight Black candidates running for governor in their respective states. Lambers and Sheletta talk about the...
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Andrew Perryman on ten years since we lost Philando Divall Castile, the Central Honors Philando event and his legacy they continue to carry
It’s been ten years since Philando Divall Castile was shot and killed by a police officer during a traffic stop in Falcon Heights, MN. Tomorrow will be the annual Central Honors Philando event. Adrian Perryman joins us to talk about the event, the origins in honoring Philando and his…
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Sheletta teaches Lindsey how to engage with confrontation
The full third hour of the Sheletta Show for Saturday August 15th, 2026. Guests include Monique Garza, Alix Kendall and Steve Thomson.
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A new way to welcome our favorite Steve Thomson
Lindsey made something special for Steve a couple weeks ago and she finally gets to share it. It’s been a minute since Sheletta and Steve visited. They catch up about the waning signs of summer, bringing cold weather clothes up from the basement and discuss the merits of school uniforms. They…
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What’s new in the great “after” with Alix Kendall?
Alix Kendall filled in for Sheletta last week when she was in Houston for her mother’s 70th birthday party. She rocked it so hard that we had to have her on this week to catch up and hype her new podcast project, Life Unscripted with Alix Kendall. Compliments fly back and forth and we all end our...
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Monique Garza on Women leading the way and the dawn of a new era in Minnesota politics
Monique Garza is a City Councilwoman for the city of Cottage Grove. She joins Sheletta today to talk about the historical primary election results earlier this week. Sheletta asks Monique about her experiences running for electoral office and what she does day to day in serving the community in…
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How much Minnesota history can we pack into a single hour of radio?
The full second hour of the Sheletta Show for Saturday August 15th, 2026. Guests include Brian McDaniel and Dr. Artika Tyner.
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You can bring the legacy of Dr. Josie Johnson to a children's bookshelf near you!
Dr. Artika Tyner joins the Sheletta Show to talk about a children’s book she’s published about Minnesota Civil Rights legends Dr. Josie Johnson. Dr. Johnson’s story is part of the Difference Makers series where “young readers are introduced to a diverse array of inspiring leaders who have made a...
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Brian McDaniel receives his owed apology, making sense of the week in Minnesota primary politics
It’s a mega-visit with one of our closest friends, Brian McDaniel! It has been a robust week in the world of Minnesota politics. Before getting into the trenches Sheletta apologizes for a speech Brian never got to give. They discuss the record breaking primary election voter turnout in the state…
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Don't get in Sheletta's way if Janet plays the State Fair
The full first hour of the Sheletta Show for Saturday, August 15th 2026. Guests include Lauren Edson and Charles Hallman.
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What in the hell is going on in the WNBA?
Charles Hallman says people are making mountains out of molehills within the WNBA. What does that apply to specifically? A few stories… Charles Hallman is here to share his experience covering the WNBA the last couple weeks as controversy has enveloped the league and women who play. Charles and...
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The Science Museum of Minnesota celebrates Latinx STEM Day!
Lauren Edson from the Science Museum of Minnesota joins the Sheletta Show to talk about ongoing Celebrations Day focused on recognizing the diversity and contributions of the Latinx American community. Lauren provides a floor by floor breakdown on what one can expect to see when they walk through...
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The show that keeps the conversation going on making our community more inclusive. We talk with leaders that are making a difference for a better Minnesota going forward.
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The Sheletta Show is created and hosted by Audacy.
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