Jearlyn Steele

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. 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.

Jearlyn has some issues to get off her chest when it comes to the world of politics.  What topic, in particular, has steam coming out of her ears? Keeping to the theme of being "heated", Dr. Joshua Buckler from the Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute joins the program to tell us about the signs and dangers of heat stroke.

Local company Theatre Mu is offering a new program for Asian-American playwirghts in the area.  Literary Associate and Office Manager Jane Pena joins Center Stage to explain the initiative.

Over the past few decades, 401Ks have become the predominant retirement plan for American companies.  But, given the recent market volatility, how nervous should we be for those?  Securian Director & Actuary (for retirement plans) Brandon Bellin describes what we should look out for.

What is restorative justice?  Jearlyn digs into this growing facet of law with attorney Corey L. Gordon of Norton Rose Fulbright.  They talk about the benefits a newer trend of posthumous pardons.

Minneapolis has made another list...this one on the positive side.  Bankrate.com analyst Jeff Ostrowski explains why he included Minnesota's largest city on the list of best metropolitan areas for First-Time Homebuyers.

Michael is off tonight, so producer Jonathan Lowe steps in to chat with Jearlyn.  They discuss some of the people they've been fortunate to meet during their careers.  Plus, we hear a deep dive into staying aware when vacationing.

On this week's edition of Center Stage, Jearlyn talks to: speakeazie singer/leader Abbey Smith Theatre Mu Literary Associate and Office Manager Jane Pena Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations actor Harrel Holmes, Jr.

What is restorative justice?  Jearlyn digs into this growing facet of law with attorney Corey L. Gordon of Norton Rose Fulbright.  They talk about the benefits a newer trend of posthumous pardons. Over the past few decades, 401Ks have become the predominant retirement plan for American companies.  But, given the recent market volatility, how nervous should we be for those?  Securian Director & Actuary (for retirement plans) Brandon Bellin describes what we should look out for.

Jearlyn takes some time off the top to ask a couple questions: What's up the with LIV Golf controversy? Why do men try to keep messing in women's personal business? Minneapolis has made another list...this one on the positive side.  Bankrate.com analyst Jeff Ostrowski explains why he included Minnesota's largest city on the list of best metropolitan areas for First-Time Homebuyers.

Syvers member Jake Larson talks about his process and the music that the duo are making. 

Paul Peterson talks with Jerlyn about his career and upcoming music that he is releasing and performing. 

Doug Collins joins Jerlyn Steele to discuss the recent release of "Drinking Again" as well as other upcoming shows and releases for Doug Collins and the Receptionists. 

Nic Zapko joins the program to discuss the exciting upcoming week of Twin Cities Pride. What to expect and how she took the news of being a Grand Marshall. 

Ari Koehnen Sweeny joins Jerlyn on the program to discuss the Jimmy awards and students heading to Broadway to perform. 

Nightmares, flashbacks and feeling shame about a traumatic event are just a few post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, symptoms. Tragedies, such as the recent deadly shooting in Uvalde, TX can cause someone to suffer from PTSD. Just seeing these events in the media can even become a trigger for those who have experienced violence or abuse.  June is PTSD awareness month, a time to bring awareness to a condition that often causes people to suffer in silence. Psychologist Dr. David Nathan of Allina Health is here to help us understand more.

Are you looking for a traditional reprisal of a classic Jane Austen work?  Don't expect that over at the Guthrie.  "Emma" lead actress Amelia Pedlow tells us how this rendition will provide some contemporary updates.

A new mural of Prince can now be seen in downtown Minneapolis.  An associate of the late musician, Sharon Smith Akinsanya helped to spearhead this effort.  She joins the program to discuss how the mural became a reality.

Inflation is at a point that hasn't been seen since the financial crisis of the late 1970s.  What are some of the big factors behind the rise in prices?  We get an idea from monetary and taxation policy expert Nathan Lewis, who co-wrote a new book on the subject.

While many people are done with anything related to COVID-19, there are others that continue to be effected by the pandemic.  Grief expert, speaker, and author Kelly Grosklags explains how she is helping those that lost loved ones to Coronavirus.