KMOJCast

6-18-25 Mary Kay Ziniewicz joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to share details about an exciting Shine a Light on Mamas Parade happening Saturday, June 21st.

6-18-25 Warren McLean, President of NEON (Northside Economic Opportunity Network), joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the growing investments in North Minneapolis and a Community Conversation coming up on June 25th

6-17-25 Brandon Jones, Executive Director of the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health with Little Moments Counts, joins Q Bear on the KMOJ Afternoon Drive Time to explore how families can use Juneteenth as a powerful teaching moment

6-17-25 Jessica Connors of the Joint Community Police Partnership and Helen Ferraro of the Anti-Racism Collective join Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about Edina’s community-led Juneteenth celebration

6-16-25 Justice Alan Page joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the expansion of the Page Education Foundation grant and what it means for the future of higher education in Minnesota.

6-16-25 Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the politically motivated shootings that took place over the weekend in Minnesota.

6-13-25 Justin Lucero, Artistic Director of Theater Latté Da, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about the powerful production of Sondheim’s PASSION, now on stage at the Ritz Theater through July 13th.

6-11-25 Higher Ground Academy celebrates 25 years of success, and Executive Director Dr. Samuel Yigzaw joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the KMOJ Morning Show to reflect on the school’s history, mission, and future vision.

6-4-25 AARP Fraud Watch Network Representative Jay Haapala joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings on the Morning Show by phone to talk about the rise of big-money scams happening locally and how to stay protected. From cryptocurrency theft to fake tec

6-4-25 Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings in person on the Morning Show to talk about the last day of school, graduation, and exciting summer opportunities for students. She’ll also highlight the free

5-28-25 Susan, President and historian of Pioneers & Soldiers Cemetery, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the cemetery’s new Underground Railroad designation.

5-28-25 Daren Johnson, Director of Extended Learning, joined Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss academic opportunities available for Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) students outside the regular school day.

5-27-25 Realtor Shawna Frazier joined Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show to talk about her work in helping families navigate homeownership in the Twin Cities. She shared insights on building generational wealth through real estate.

5-23-25 North Minneapolis writer-director Diem Van Groth joined Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss his new documentary, 612: Darkness in the Land of Nice.

5-22-25 James Burroughs joins Q Bear on KMOJ’s Afternoon Drive Time to discuss the upcoming DEI panel hosted by the Science Museum of Minnesota in partnership with Children’s Minnesota. The interview will explore the evolving role of equity and inclus

5-21-25 G. Phillip Shoultz, III Joins Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show to Discuss Weather: Stand the Storm Concert In this episode, G. Phillip Shoultz, III, Associate Artistic Director of VocalEssence, talks about the powerful Weather: Stand the Storm concert on May 24, which brings together Black choral leaders from Minneapolis, Philadelphia, and Wilmington to honor George Floyd and inspire social justice. He shares the importance of the concert, which includes choirs from VocalEssence, One Voice Mixed Chorus, and more, as well as the role of music in fostering community and action.

5-21-25 Dr. Rahshana Price-Isuk, Clinical Services Director and Family Practice Physician at NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center, joins Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs on the KMOJ Morning Show to discuss the risks of heart disease—especially for women. She shares key warning signs, why quick action is critical, and how NorthPoint helps individuals and families take charge of their heart health with trusted, accessible care.

5-21-25 Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams calls in to speak with Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGs about key updates from Minneapolis Public Schools — including the recognition of Principal Mai Chang Vue, a special celebration at Pratt Elementary, the upcoming Camden High mascot vote, graduation season, a budget update, and the end-of-year PAC celebration.

05-20-25 Building Bright Futures: Jamesetta Diggs Joins Walter Q. Bear Banks Jr. on KMOJ Drive Time to Talk Early Childhood Development and the Power of Little Moments Count Founder of Social Learning For Littles and early childhood advocate, Jamesetta Diggs, shares how small interactions shape brain development in Minnesota’s youngest learners

5-19-25 Dr. Stacie L. Stanley, Incoming Superintendent of Saint Paul Public Schools, Joins Freddie Bell and Chantel SinGa on the KMOJ Morning Show to Discuss Equity, Leadership, and Student Belonging