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Join Sean McPherson and the City Cast Twin Cities team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's conversations about life in the Twin Cities. With our cast of journalists, activists, experts and residents, we celebrate our wins with beaming pride, critique our shortcomings with the attention of a seed art judge and mutter “that’s interesting” for anything in between. Alongside our daily newsletter, we put the spotlight on the news and culture of the Twin Cities from every perspective we can find – including yours. It’s like a potluck where everyone’s invited and no one brings grape salad. So whether you've been here long enough to remember the Halloween blizzard of 1991, or you just bought your first winter coat, bring your dish over and let's talk. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at ⁠twincities.citycast.fm⁠.

  1. hace 4 días

    Meta's $214 Million Minnesota Settlement, St. Paul's Phone-Free Schools, and Indigenous Peoples' Day at the Fair

    A massive Meta settlement is sending $214 million to Minnesota. What does that mean for how kids actually experience social media? St. Paul Central Principal Cherise Ayers joins to talk about the school's strict phone-away policy, AI in the classroom, and why consistency is the answer to chaos. Then Patina Park, Chief Operating Officer of NATIFS, previews Indigenous Peoples' Day at the Minnesota State Fair, and host Sean McPherson and contributor Tane Danger give you a couple of Twin Cities wins (and one loss!).  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Indigenous Peoples Day at the MN State Fair (NATIFS) Minneapolis looks at making it easier for felons to own large dogs (Star Tribune) Judge Sides With Texas Over Minnesota on Extradition of ICE Agent (New York Times) Meta settlement: New Facebook, Instagram limits for Minnesota teens (FOX 9)    St. Paul Public Schools Policy Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: Xcel Energy Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

  2. hace 6 días

    Two Target Dramas, One Big Mining Ban, and Minneapolis' Lead Pipe Scramble

    A racist Halloween costume lands Target in hot water AGAIN and this time teachers are calling for a full boycott. Today we dig into what the apology reveals about corporate accountability, plus contributor Tane Danger breaks down Governor Walz's executive order blocking copper mining near the Boundary Waters and the Mike Lindell recount saga. Then, MinnPost reporter Claire Carlson explains why Minneapolis is racing to replace lead pipes before federal funding runs dry, and why your neighborhood might determine whether yours gets replaced at all. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: ⁠Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor⁠ ⁠Walz executive order moves to block copper mining near the Boundary Waters⁠ (MPR News) ⁠Mike Lindell stops payment for primary election recount, calls terms ‘unlawful’⁠ (Star Tribune) ⁠Target Apologizes and Drops Halloween Costume Criticized as Racist⁠ (NYT) ⁠Teachers call for Target boycott over ICE response⁠ (MPR News) ⁠Back to School Shopping⁠ (City Cast Twin Cities) ⁠Golden Age Design Offers Generational Keepsakes⁠ (City Cast Twin Cities) ⁠With funding set to dry up, Minneapolis faces tough choices on lead pipe removal⁠ (MinnPost) Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode: ⁠Xcel Energy⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠twincities@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

  3. 21 ago

    A $5 Million Park Board Showdown. Plus, Pinocchio Returns to Children's Theatre

    Minneapolis parks are ranked among the best in the country, so what happens when the mayor proposes cutting their funding nearly in half? Park Commissioner Jason Garcia of District 4 breaks down the budget standoff between Mayor Jacob Frey and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, and what's actually at stake for rec centers and green space across the city. Then, guest Nisi Collins talks about joining the Children's Theatre's first-ever Core Company and starring in the upcoming production of Pinocchio. Then, only our members will find out what Executive Producer Anna Weggel will not be buying for $10,000 at the state fair this year. If you don’t want to miss this hot tea, Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor today. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Pinocchio at Children’s Theatre  Minneapolis mayor, park board at odds over consolidation [KSTP] A message to the city of Minneapolis: Consolidation would hurt our parks [MinnPost] Frey’s proposed budget gives Minneapolis Park board less than half of what it asked for [MinnPost] New Foods for 2026 | Minnesota State Fair  Learn more about the sponsors of this August 21st episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts Science Museum of Minnesota Xcel Energy Paddle & Portage Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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Join Sean McPherson and the City Cast Twin Cities team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's conversations about life in the Twin Cities. With our cast of journalists, activists, experts and residents, we celebrate our wins with beaming pride, critique our shortcomings with the attention of a seed art judge and mutter “that’s interesting” for anything in between. Alongside our daily newsletter, we put the spotlight on the news and culture of the Twin Cities from every perspective we can find – including yours. It’s like a potluck where everyone’s invited and no one brings grape salad. So whether you've been here long enough to remember the Halloween blizzard of 1991, or you just bought your first winter coat, bring your dish over and let's talk. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at ⁠twincities.citycast.fm⁠.

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