KMOJCast

04-03-24 Khalique Rogers, Executive Director of Catalyst for Systems Change, and Samia Mohamud, student leader and PSEO participant, talk with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about protecting access to Minnesota’s PSEO program and student advocacy efforts

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Khalique Rogers and Samia Mohamud about growing concerns over proposed changes to Minnesota’s Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) …

04-03-26 Mary Moore Easter Mary Moore Easter, poet and emerita professor of dance at Carleton College, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about her book Free Papers and the story of Eliza Winston

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Mary Moore Easter about her poetry collection <em>Free Papers</em>, inspired by the testimony of Eliza Winston, a Mississippi …

04-02-26 Leela James, R&B singer and songwriter, talks with Chantel Sings about her 2B Honest EP, musical journey, and upcoming tour

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Chantel Sings speaks with Leela James about her latest project, the <em>2B Honest</em> EP, and the inspiration behind its soulful and honest sound. She reflects …

04-01-26 Jay Haapala, Associate State Director of Community Engagement for AARP Minnesota, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about Fraud Prevention Month, emerging scams, and how to protect yourself

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Jay Haapala about AARP’s Fraud Prevention Month and the growing threat of scams and identity theft. He highlights …

03-30-26 Dr. Michael Osterholm talks with Freddie Bell about public policy in health care

03-25-26 Dr. Ruth Lynfield, infectious disease physician and epidemiologist at the Minnesota Department of Health, talks with Freddie Bell about syphilis awareness, testing, and prevention

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell speaks with Dr. Ruth Lynfield about the importance of syphilis awareness and public health education. She explains that anyone who is sexually active …

03-25-26 Rodney Hamilton, Director of the Professional Studies Program at Ballet Hispánico, talks with Freddie Bell about the Katherine Dunham Dance Residency at Lundstrum Performing Arts and the legacy of Black dance

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell speaks with Rodney Hamilton about his visit to Minneapolis to teach in the Katherine Dunham Dance Residency at Lundstrum Performing Arts. He shares …

03-25-26 Dr. Elizabeth Keenan, Associate Superintendent of Special Education and Student Supports Services, talks with Freddie Bell about Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and special education services at Minneapolis Public Schools

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell speaks with Dr. Elizabeth Keenan about Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and the importance of inclusion and accessibility in education. She shares that Minneapolis …

03-23-26 Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara talks with Freddie Bell about the current unrest facing the city

03-20-26 Christine Tucci Osorio, Superintendent of School District 622, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about recovery after the recent ICE surge, student support efforts, and district priorities

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Christine Tucci Osorio about how School District 622 is stabilizing after months of disruption tied to recent immigration …

03-18-26 Pamela Weems, talks with Chantel Sings about her photograph in the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and preserving Black history through powerful imagery

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Chantel Sings speaks with Pamela Weems about her inclusion in <em>The American Flag</em>, a book featuring historic images from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African …

03-18-26 Edgar R. Olivo, Regional CEO of the American Red Cross, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about disaster preparedness, community resilience, and Red Cross Giving Day

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Edgar R. Olivo about how the American Red Cross is preparing for an expected increase in disasters this …

03-18-26 Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams, superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about the district’s budget challenges, student achievements, and upcoming community engagement opportunities

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams about the ongoing budget process at Minneapolis Public Schools, including a projected $50 million gap …

03-13-26 Karyn White, Grammy-nominated R&B artist, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about her new single “You’re Gonna Want Me Back,” and her return to the Billboard charts

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with legendary R&amp;B singer Karyn White about her powerful return to the spotlight with her new single, “You’re Gonna …

03-11-26 Amber Banks, President and CEO of the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about strengthening Black-led community lenders and the impact of the Black Renaissance Fund

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Amber Banks about the mission of the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs and the role Black-led community …

03-11-25 Danielle Mattias, Director of Policy and Advocacy at Minnesota Freedom Fund, talks with Freddie Bell & Chantel Sings about an upcoming event

03-11-26 Dr. La Tonya Overton, Principal of Bethune Arts Elementary at Minneapolis Public Schools, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about Women’s History Month and the “Who’s That Lady?” student history event

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Dr. La Tonya Overton about how Minneapolis Public Schools is celebrating Women’s History Month. She highlights the upcoming …

03-04-26 Jay Haapala, Associate State Director for Community Engagement with AARP Minnesota, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about about IRS imposter scams and how to avoid tax-season fraud

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings speak with Jay Haapala about the spike in IRS imposter scams during tax season. He explains how criminals pose as …

03-03-26 Shawna Frazier, ReMax realtor, talks with Chantel Sings about the upcoming Homebuying and Homeselling virtual workshop

02-25-26 Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams, superintendent of Minneapolis Public Schools, talks with Freddie Bell the widespread community support, student and staff achievements, and upcoming district events

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell welcomes Superintendent Dr. Lisa Sayles-Adams to share an encouraging message to the Minneapolis Public Schools community following several challenging months. She thanks families …

02-23-26 Dr. Michael T. Osterholm, PhD, talks with Freddie Bell about his recent honor, measles, Covid, and the future of healthcare in America

02-20-26 Christine Tucci Osorio, superintendent for School District 622, talks with Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings about community conditions, support efforts for families, and next steps for students

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings welcome Christine Tucci Osorio back for another “Chat with Christine” to discuss how things are evolving in District 622. She …

02-18-26 G. Phillip Shoultz, III, Associate Artistic Director for VocalEssence, talks with Freddie Bell & Chantel Sings about WITNESS: Symphony of Spirituals and celebrating Black History Month through music

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Freddie Bell &amp; Chantel Sings speak with G. Phillip Shoultz, III as he discusses the upcoming WITNESS: Symphony of Spirituals concert taking place February 22 …

02-17-26 Tephanie Delaney, Founder of UNBX TV, talks with Chantel Sings about building a member-powered creative ecosystem

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Chantel Sings speaks with Tephanie Delaney as she shares how her two decades in entertainment and brand strategy led to the creation of UNBX TV, …

02-17-26 Dr. Andrew Bergersen, board-certified urologist, talks with Chantel Sings about the Minnesota Urology Foundation’s free PSA screening event and prostate cancer awareness

<p>On the KMOJ Morning Show, Chantel Sings speak with Dr. Andrew Bergersen about a community event offering free PSA testing through the Minnesota Urology Foundation. He explains how the simple …