Connections Radio

Connections Radio

Connections gives us the chance to examine a wider perspective that may just inspire us to DO something! Engaging conversations will explore both the celebrations of living as well as the challenges we face—stories of who Twin Citians are, what we think about, and what we get out and “do” is the heart of our show. Woven into these stories may be possible innovative solutions, we may address our disconnects, find new ways of looking at our questions, or we may just take time to enjoy who we are and the wonderful ways we are connected. Our show is mostly Twin Cities based, although we do occasionally host national and international guests. Thought leaders, artists, educators, nonprofit advocates, scientists, healthcare professionals, community organizers, politicians, business innovators . . . are just a sampling of the guests you may hear when listening to Connections Radio. Listen in, join the conversation and “get connected”.

Episodes

March 18, 2023 44 min
Laurie interviews the cast and director of “The Revolutionist” which is showing at Park Square Theatre.
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This morning, Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo joined essayist, poet, and author Mark Liebenow for next in our “Diversity of Love Connections” series. We discuss with Mark learning to live and love holding grief in one hand and joy in the other. –  www.MarkLiebenow.com  /  www.WidowersGrief.blogspot.com  
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Host Laurie Fitz is joined by Stefan Midford of Capango. Find your next retail or restaurant work opportunity with Capango. Capango knows searching for a job is a pain and they’ve reimagined everything to help both potential employees and employers.
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February 18, 2023 43 min
Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo this morning joined Maggie Huffman (www.TheRainbowOnion.com) and Reverend Dean J. Seal (www.ChaskaChurch.com) for next in our “Diversity of Love Connections” series! With Maggie, we discuss ways lovingly to distinguish and follow our careers or vocations. With Reverend Dean, we look at how love manifests in public—through just or unjust systems—and, for…
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February 11, 2023 43 min
Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo this morning joined Charity Barlass (www.instagram.com/IamCharityBarlass) and Kirsten Lind Seal (www.KirstenLindSeal.com) to kick off our “Diversity of Love Connections” series! We discuss love and the nature of self-care with compassion and vulnerability. We also look at love for couples—what it is and isn’t—and our expectations for relationships.
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January 28, 2023 45 min
After guests’ 2023 reflections 2 weeks ago, hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join Diana-Christine Teodorescu (DCTeodorescu@SomnioQuam.org), Susan Hart Gaines (www.WildHartCoaching.com), and Susan Shehata (www.SusanShehata.com)—for the second of 2 parts on how we might move “From Being to Doing to the Results We Want.”
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January 22, 2023 53 min
After our guests’ 2023 reflections and insights last week, hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo this morning joined Charity Barlass (www.instagram.com/IamCharityBarlass), Susan Hart Gaines (www.WildHartCoaching.com), and Diana-Christine Teodorescu (DCTeodorescu@SomnioQuam.org) on how we might move “From Being to Doing to the Results We Want.” And today’s the first day for www.ArtShantyProjects.org at Lake Harriet. 
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Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo joined Loren Niemi, Anne Sawyer, and Brittany Parker for reflections, intentions, and insights on the coming 2023 year. – www.AmericanSchoolofStorytelling.com / www.AnneSawyerArt.com / www.LocallyGrownComedy.com
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Laurie’s Christmas Eve show features a reading of the Velveteen Rabbit, along with tips for the holidays.
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December 17, 2022 42 min
Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join Brittany Parker, Creator of Locally Grown Comedy. We learn about this Minneapolis-based, award winning, comedy sketch show with high production and high moral values. Female-led, it features a diverse group of creators and talents that will make you laugh. We also get to hear examples of the creativity and…
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November 19, 2022 47 min
Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo again join writer, director, and choreographer, Stuart Pimsler (Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater). Following our previous 9/17 broadcast, we revisit his book, “The Choreography of Care,” exploring not only caregivers’ needs for healing, but also Stuart’s workshop activities and their power toward awareness and growth. – www.ChoreographyofCare.com   www.StuartPimsler.com
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November 12, 2022 43 min
Laurie talks about the results of the mid-term elections.
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November 5, 2022 43 min
Laurie interviews DFL candidates for MN state offices: Dr. Dan Kessler, Senate Dist. 48, Lucy Rehm, House Dist. 48B and Betsy O’Berry, House Dist. 31A.
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Hey Congressional District 3 voters!   Three of our top DFL candidates discuss economy, public safety, reproductive rights, and more on “Connections” where host Laurie Fitz goes in-depth with Incumbent Patty Acomb (SD 45B), Bonnie Westlin (SD 42), and Caitlin Cahill,  (SD 37A). You can listen to the show here!
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October 15, 2022 43 min
Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join Laura Stearns for part 2 about her new book, “Shattered: Exposing the Open Secret of the Children’s Theatre Scandal,” and her coming book, “Daring to Heal: Growing Beyond Trauma through Awareness, Acceptance and Action.” – www.PaladinAdvocacy.com
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Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join Laura Stearns for part 1 of 2 interviews about her new book, “Shattered: Exposing the Open Secret of the Children’s Theatre Scandal ~ A Memoir of Harm and Healing.” – www.PaladinAdvocacy.com
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October 1, 2022 43 min
Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join 3 lead actors for Theater Latte Da’s new production of “Merrily We Roll Along”: Reese Britts * Dylan Frederick * Becca Hart. We discuss how the musical’s story of big professional and personal possibility—told historically backwards from 70s to 50s—meets their characters’ responsibilities and their heart of friendship.…
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*This episode contains content that may be inappropriate for younger listeners.* Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join shameless sex therapist and holistic coach Jackie Golob, of Shameless Therapy. We explore not only our mental health surrounding sexuality, but also how we all might connect powerfully in that realm of human experience. – www.ShamelessTherapy.org  
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September 17, 2022 43 min
Hosts Laurie Fitz and Rick Bernardo join writer, director, choreographer, and performing artist Stuart Pimsler (Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater). We discuss his book, The Choreography of Care, exploring caregivers’ vital needs and possibilities of enhanced healing and growth for all concerned—health providers, patients, and artists. – www.ChoreographyofCare.com  www.StuartPimsler.com
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