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5/19/13 - News and Views: 2 PM Hour
May 20, 2013
Think a marathon is a lot of running? Try Ultra Running on for size. The Twin Cities hosts such a race each year, and The FANS 12 & 24-hour runs will take place June 1st & 2nd. Ultra runner George Prine will take part in it and explains why. Then, the IRS scandal continues to blossom. We hear the latest on this from Yahoo! News reporter Liz Goodwin. -
5/19/13 - News and Views: 1 PM Hour
May 20, 2013
It's the two-year anniversary of the tornado that hit North Minneapolis. What have we learned from this incident? ECHO executive director Lillian McDonald and EM director Barret Lane tell us. Later, we receive information on protecting ourselves from identity theft. AssetHR founder Chris Kelly leads a discussion on this important topic. -
5/19/13 - News and Views: 12 PM Hour
May 20, 2013
It was a busy week at the State Capitol, and Roshini recaps those event with CCO reporter Colin Smith. The conversation of the Legislature news continues when AP reporter Brian Baskt joins the show. Later, what goes into being a Judge? The Honorable Peter Cahill tells us how we might become one down the road. -
5/12/13 - News and Views: 2 PM Hour
May 13, 2013
Taking care of traumatized children will be the focus of an upcoming conference at the Marriott Minneapolis West (May 17th-18th). Roshini is joined by adoptive mother Jeanne Swivel, who explains this issue, and Dr. Gregory Keck, who will speak at the conference. After that, fitness coach Lois Tiedemann Koffi describes how a new mother can work on their post- -
5/12/13 - News and Views: 1 PM Hour
May 13, 2013
It's an hour dedicated to the area's youth as Roshini and Dale Kurschner (Editor-ic-Chief, Twin Cities Business Magazine) host an Education roundtable. Amy Hertel (Minneapolis Foundation) focuses on K-12, while Sue Luse (College Expert Consultants) discusses how to get high schoolers ready for post-secondary education. -
5/12/13 - News and Views: 12 PM Hour
May 13, 2013
Will the Congress be able to pass a budget for the fiscal year? Senator Al Franken is in studio to discuss that, and more, with Roshini. Then, what's St. Paul's future? Cecile Bedor, the city's Planning & Economic Development Director, answers this complex question. -
5/5/13 - News and Views: 2 PM Hour
May 6, 2013
There's not much doubt that the gender equality gap in the business world is closing. But how much? Dr. Verna Price joins Roshini to discuss the topic. Then, soccer season is back, and the Minnesota United FC is already on the pitch. Club president Nick Rogers describes the new direction of the team. And even if you aren't a soccer star, the warmer -
5/5/13 - News and Views: 1 PM Hour
May 6, 2013
The push to pass a state Internet sales tax continues, but will it have a big effect on traditional business? Rochelle Westlund of the MN Retail Association describes the effects. Later, Linda Smith from the Washburn Center for Children talks about the outlets to aid in the mental health of kids. And is your wife a happily married one? Men's Health Maga -
5/5/13 - News and Views: 12 PM Hour
May 6, 2013
After recapping the news of the last week, Roshini looks out to the west. Dennis Daugaard is coming to the MOA to do some recruiting. But why does the Governor of South Dakota want people to move to his state? Then, we hear from State Speaker of the House Paul Thissen on issues facing the Legislature. -
4/28/13 - News and Views: 2 PM Hour
April 28, 2013
The 7th annual Facing Race Awards will be presented this week. Rowzat Shipchandler from the MN Philanthropy Partners explains the importance of the initiative. Later, we think hospitals would be one of the cleanest places you would ever go. But entomologist Dr. Stephen Kells warns about the incoming presence of bed bugs. Then, author Ian Punnett joins the pr -
4/28/13 - News and Views: 1 PM Hour
April 28, 2013
What are the pressing issues the State Legislature will take up this week? Pioneer Press political reporter Bill Salisbury has the inside scoop. It's the 60th anniversary of the Citizens League, and current director Sean Kershaw is in studio to celebrate this milestone. After that, Roshini looks into how discipline is governed in the Metro's public -
4/28/13 - News and Views: 12 PM Hour
April 28, 2013
Roshini and Colin Smith chat about the news of the week. Later, we get an update on the flooding potential in the Red River Valley from WCCO-TV reporter Susan Elizabeth Littlefield. Then, could there be a change in the state's liquor laws? Attorney Jeffrey O'Brien explains. -
4-21 News and Views with Roshini Rajkumar 12pm
April 22, 2013
Colin Smith and Roshini look at some stories you may have missed this week. Sen. Al Franken on some initiatives he's working on. Kelly Moller with the MN Alliance on Crime on coping with tragedy. -
4-21 - WCCO's News and Views with Roshini Rajkumar - 1 PM
April 22, 2013
The big news of the week revolved around the city of Boston. Roshini gets an update on the bombing aftermath and the investigation when she speaks with CBS News reporter Steve Kathan. Then, a MN business lobby is being formed to discourage any new proposals for a sales tax. Star Tribune columnist Neal St. Anthony explains this initiative. Later, what's -
4-21 - WCCO's News and Views with Roshini Rajkumar - 2 PM
April 22, 2013
Several Minnesotans took part in Monday's Boston Marathon. Megan Miller, a member of Minnesota RED Running Team, finished the race just minutes before the bombs exploded. She recalls the scene. After that, JUUT Salons founder David Wagner informs us about the Daymaker Movement, as well as discuss how Boston can heal post-tragedy. And the MN Women Busine -
4/14/13 - News and Views: 2 PM Hour
April 15, 2013
Hunger Free MN is looking to bring 100 million more meals into the state. David Dayhoff updates the progress of the three-year project. Then, how can we use Stress Awareness Month to its fullest capabilities? Anti-stress coach Kristen Brown explains. Afterwards, "Biggest Loser" contestant Lisa Rambo comes in studio to update us on how she's be -
4/14/13 - News and Views: 1 PM Hour
April 15, 2013
The gun control debate continues on, locally and nationally. Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek talks about the proposed state legislation and how it could affect law enforcers. Later, author Cynthia Schlichting comes on the show to discuss Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month with Roshini and callers. -
4/14/13 - News and Views: 12 PM Hour
April 15, 2013
After reviewing the news of the week, Roshini looks ahead to the weather we should expect over the next few months. WCCO meteorologist Mike Lynch discusses Severe Weather Awareness Week. Then, the 15th annual Stick It To Cancer hockey tournament is set to take place next weekend (Apr. 19-21). We learn more about the fundraiser. And Monday is Tax Day. Get som -
4-7-13 - News and Views: 2 PM Hour
April 8, 2013
Can politicians ever get along? Roshini's political panel brings the parties together. GOP strategist Andy Brehm and former DFL Representative Karla Bigham comprise the panel. Later, St. Paul resident Nicholas David became a star while competing on "The Voice". He joins the program to describe his experience of being in front of America, as we -
4-7-13 - News and Views: 1 PM Hour
April 8, 2013
In the wake of the Mike Rice firing at Rutgers University, and as the Schaffhausen trial continues, Roshini speaks with psychologist David Decker about dealing with issues of anger. The NCAA's Final Four can be a financial boon for a city. Meet Minneapolis president Melvin Tennant explains his plan for bringing the event back to the Twin Cities for the -
4-7-13 - News and Views: 12 PM Hour
April 8, 2013
Roshini speaks with CCO reporter Colin Smith about the biggest news stories of the week. Then, Jeff Macke of Yahoo! Finance takes a look at some rather meager jobs numbers in March. Later, U of M professor Bernadette Gillick discusses how her physical therapy lab will now test brain stimulation therapy on patients with Cerebral Palsy. -
3-31-13 - News and Views: 2 PM Hour
April 2, 2013
The Supreme Court looked into DOMA and California's Prop 8 this week. Is this an argument over Civil Rights? U o M law professor Dale Carpenter explains. Then, the Minnesota Zoo is turning 35 this year. Director Lee Ehmke tells us how the zoo will celebrate. And the Twins home opener is Monday. Team Communications Director Kevin Smith preps us for the s -
3-31-13 - News and Views: 1 PM Hour
April 2, 2013
What exactly is the Army War College? It's in the Twin Cities this week, and LTC Jacob Kulzer of the MN National Guard explains what its purpose is. After that, co-authors Allen and Linda Anderson join the program to discuss their ASJA Award-winning book, "A Dog Named Leaf". -
3-31-13 - News and Views: 12 PM Hour
April 2, 2013
Pope Francis delivered his first Easter mass as His Holiness. How did it go over? Les Myers, president of the Center of Concern, discusses that. Then, how does Religion mix with school lunches? Rabbi Harold Kravitz explains how the MAZON Project is combining the two. -
3-24-13 - News and Views: 2 PM Hour
March 25, 2013
The temps are warming up, meaning more of us will be heading outside more often. Dr. Barbara Benjamin of the Fairview Clinics tells us how to stay safe from the damage the Sun can cause. Then, have the recent incidents at sea made you rethink that cruise? Dr. Ross Klein discusses how the industry is responding to those incidents. Later, Pioneer Press A&E
