Jearlyn Steele

Jearlyn finds out how much the NFL preseason truly matters. Choice Bank Twin Cities President Travis Barkve explains how inflation is effecting food pantries and how their business is trying to help out the community.

There a lot for Jearlyn and Michael to catch up on this week.  They cover a massive fail at a Juneteenth dinner, voting in the upcoming election, where Iggy Azalea is now, and whether to go out and buy lottery tickets.  Plus, Michael gives us his review of the new Jordan Peele movie, "Nope".

On this week's edition of Center Stage: Stages Theatre Company artistic director and "The Little Mermaid, Jr." director Sandy Boren-Barrett Singer/musician/songwriter Matthew French J.D. Steele on his (and brothers Fred & Billy) show next Friday at Kelley Park in Apple Valley

Does the city of Minneapolis have cultural districts?  If so, where are they located.  City councilwoman Andrea Jenkins explains those locations and why that distinction is so important.

Did you know that the lakes we love and recreate at have their own lifespans?  Dr. John Richard Saylor explains this in his new book, "LAKES: Their Birth, Life, and Death".

Did you know that the lakes we love and recreate at have their own lifespans?  Dr. John Richard Saylor explains this in his new book, "LAKES: Their Birth, Life, and Death". Does the city of Minneapolis have cultural districts?  If so, where are they located.  City councilwoman Andrea Jenkins explains those locations and why that distinction is so important.

Were you aware that July is National Make a Difference to Children Month?  Michelle Marie King, Founder/CEO of Positive Presence Global, joins the program to discuss some benefits to mentoring members of the next generation.

Has Minneapolis done a good job revitalizing run down parts of the city and creating pockets of affordable housing?  Jearlyn debates this with her producer. Were you aware that July is National Make a Difference to Children Month?  Michelle Marie King, Founder/CEO of Positive Presence Global, joins the program to discuss some benefits to mentoring members of the next generation.

Theatre 55 Productions offers an artistic outlet for those at a slightly more advanced age.  Van Nixon, lead actor in the troupe's current production of "Jesus Christ Superstar", tells us about this show and the company's overall mission.

When it comes to estate planning, what do you need to know about leaving that legacy behind for your children?  Attorney Philip J. Ruce of Stone Arch Law joins the program to answer some of those legal and financial questions.

Michael Battle returns to a Sunday night to chat with his mom.  He recaps his a couple of recent vacations, including a trip to Disneyworld in Florida.  We hear his review of the new film "Thor: Love & Thunder".  Plus, how did our young co-host become the talk of a recent fashion show...that he was in the audience for.

During this edition of Center Stage, Jearlyn catches up with: "Jesus Christ Superstar" actor Van Nixon Singer/musician/songwriter Gregg Hall Star Tribune lead theatre critic Rohan Preston Singer/musician/songwriter Cassandra Cole

In this hour, Jearlyn chat some more with producer Jonathan Lowe.  Does this current round of inflation mean average Americans are more likely to be priced out of reaching middle class status?  What's your "go-to" when you need to find that happy place in your life?

Jearlyn chats with producer Jonathan Lowe about the differences in those ominous storm clouds we might see at this time of the year. When it comes to estate planning, what do you need to know about leaving that legacy behind for your children?  Attorney Philip J. Ruce of Stone Arch Law joins the program to answer some of those legal and financial questions.

It has been a while since we connected with Star Tribune lead theatre ciritc Rohan Preston.  Jearlyn chats with him about what's been going on in his life...and, spoiler, quite a bit has.

Tired of having your wallet pinched at the gas pump?  Ever thought of buying an electric vehicle?  University of St. Thomas engineering professor John Abraham tells us about the advantages of such as investment.

In his new memoir, Antonio Salazar Hobson informs us about being abducted as a child and the subsequent kidnapping and abuse he suffered through.  The author explains why he decided to write the book and the message he hopes to spread with it.

Michael is off tonight, so producer Jonathan Lowe is back for the hour with Jearlyn.  They discuss Jearlyn's upcoming concert, singing karaoke, and what makes certain sitcoms stand out in their funny quotient.

With the Summer heat fully in effect, we have to be more careful about the amount of time we enjoy the outdoors.  Dr. Joshua Buckler from the Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute joins the program to tell us about the signs and dangers of heat stroke.

During this edition of Center Stage, Jearlyn chats with: Sue McLean & Associates CEO Patricia McLean "Church of Cash" musician/singer/performer Jay Ernest zAmya Theatre troupe & board member Annette Bryant Plus, the return of Star Tribune lead theatre critic Rohan Preston!