Podcasts by Category
- 73 - May 4, 2024 – Top summer book reads; planning your summer travel.
Gayle Knutson talks to Pamela Klinger-Horn of Valley Bookseller with her recommendations for great summer reads (5:00); and Jim Maher talks summer travel with Kyle Potter of Thrifty Traveler (27:00). Also included is an update of local news (48:00), and a salute to all River Radio Season 5 guests (51:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Pamela Klinger-Horn, Valley BooksellerKyle Potter,Thrifty Traveler
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixBook List
Pamela Klinger-Horn’s recommended summer reads
News Links
Fred de Sam Lazaro Stories on PBS Newshour (Apr. 30 and May 1 episodes)Event Links
Lonnie Lovness Library Presentation on Apr. 18Scandia Community-Wide Garage Sale
Red Cross Blood Drive in Scandia
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibrarySat, 04 May 2024 - 72 - April 20, 2024 – Amy Hagstrom Miller on the abortion issue; The Valley Chamber Chorale
Jim Maher talks to St. Croix Valley native and prominent national pro-choice advocate Amy Hagstrom Millerabout politics and health care aspects of the abortion issue (4:30). Gayle Knutson talks about the world of choir music with Daryl Timmer,artistic director of the Valley Chamber Chorale (26:00). Plus an update of local news (48:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Amy Hagstrom Miller,Whole Woman’s HealthDaryl Timmer,Valley Chamber Chorale
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixMinnesota Dept. of Health PFAS Testing
Podcast Links
October 14 River Radio with Judge John TunheimShift-Key with Robinson Meyer on EVs
Event Links
Lonnie Lovness Library Presentation on Apr. 18Marine on St. Croix Heavy Metal/Shred Day – May 4
Gammelgarden Community Conversations
Stillwater Bike Donation on Apr. 23
Brookside Poetry Event on Apr. 25
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibrarySat, 20 Apr 2024 - 71 - April 6, 2024 - It Really IS All About The River
Gayle Knutson conducts her yearly interview with Greg Seitz, writer and founder of St. Croix 360, about all things St. Croix River (4:30); and Jim Maher speaks with Deb Ryunwho will soon be retiring after 15 years as Executive Director of the Wild Rivers Conservancy of the St. Croix and Namakagon (26:30). Plus, and update of local news (46:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Greg Seitz,St. Croix 360Deb Ryun,Wild Rivers Conservancy
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibrarySat, 06 Apr 2024 - 70 - March 23, 2024 – A green energy progress report; and growing up in a religious cult
This week on River Radio, Jim Maher speaks with Robinson Meyer, New York Times contributor and executive editor of HeatMap about the state of our green energy transition (4:00); and Gayle Knutson talks with Darcy Becker, who recently left a religious cult after more than 30 years (26:00). Plus, an update on local news (49:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Robinson Meyer,New York Times Contributor/Founding Exec. Editor, HEATMAPDarcy Becker, Former Cult Member
Fact sheet about “Church Without A Name”BBC story about the FBI investigation
FBI website to provide information
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixWilliam O’Brien State Park
Event Links
Ann Bancroft presentation at Scandia Parks and Trails
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryWashington County Historical Courthouse
Sat, 23 Mar 2024 - 69 - March 9, 2024 – Today’s Environment for Law Enforcement and The World of Under Told Stories
Gayle Knutson talks to Washington County Sheriff Dan Starry about the challenges facing law enforcement and his thoughts on the recent tragic events that took the lives of three Burnsville, Minnesota first responders (5:00); and Jim Maher has a conversation with veteran television journalist Fred de Sam Lazaro, PBS Newshour contributor and director of the Under Told Stories Project (26:30). Also included is an update on local news (51:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Dan Starry,Washington County SheriffFred de Sam Lazaro,Under Told Stories Project and PBS Newshour
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixWashington County
Article Links
Lake Elmo City Council approves new school location from Pioneer PressStillwater PFAS issues from the Star Tribune
Event Links
Ann Bancroft presentation at Scandia Parks and TrailsBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryScandia Heritage Alliance survey
Sat, 09 Mar 2024 - 68 - February 24, 2024 – Securing the 2024 Election and Getting a Head Start on Your Garden
This week on River Radio, Jim Maher talks to Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about new state laws taking effect with the upcoming March 5th presidential primary election and preparations for the November election (6:00); and Gayle Knutson discusses how to get an early start on gardening with Brian Wood, University of Minnesota Master Gardener in Washington County (28:30). Also included is an update on local news (46:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Steve Simon,Minnesota Secretary of StateBrian Wood,University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixElection Information
State of MinnesotaGardening Information
Washington County Master Gardener Program (Ask a Gardener)Article Links
Lake Elmo School issueBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryChrist Lutheran Church - Marine
Sat, 24 Feb 2024 - 67 - February 10, 2024 – The House Always Wins – America’s Gambling Explosion
Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher talk to, Dr. Timothy Fong, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and co-director of the UCLA Gambling Studies Program (5:00); and Brianne Doura-Schawohl, consultant and lobbyist on responsible gambling strategies (26:00). Also included is an update on local news (47:50). Matt Quast is technical director.
Dr. Timothy Fong,UCLA Gambling Studies ProgramBrianne Doura-Schawohl,Doura-Schawohl Consulting
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
Gambling Help Links
1-800-Gambler (for those with addiction issues)Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling
Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling
Gambling broadcast pieces
“60 Minutes” Gambling segment from Feb. 4, 2024
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryElim Lutheran Church – Scandia
Christ Lutheran Church - Marine
Sat, 10 Feb 2024 - 66 - January 27, 2024 – All Creatures Great, Small and Smaller
This week on River Radio, hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to, Oliver Milman, Environment Correspondent for The Guardian and author of the book, “The Insect Crisis: The Fall of the Tiny Empires That Run the World" (5:00); and Tami Vogel, executive director, Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota (25:30). Also included is an update on local news (48:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s GuestsOliver Milman, author,The Insect Crisis
Tami Vogel,Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryMarine Mills Folk School
email: info@marinemillsfolkschool.org
or call: 612-440-6295Sat, 27 Jan 2024 - 65 - January 13, 2024 - Resolved: Become a Better Money Manager and Learn to Create
Jim Maher conducts a financial roundtable with Chris Farrellof Public Radio’s Marketplace and Ross Levin, financial advisor and Star Tribune columnist (4:30); and Gayle Knutson talks to Kate Seitz, executive director, Marine Mills Folk School (29:30) Also included is an update on local news (46:30). Matt Quast is technical director.
Chris Farrell,American Public Media, Minnesota Public Radio
Ross Levin,Accredited Investors Wealth Management®
Kate Seitz,Marine Mills Folk SchoolGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixInformational Links
Washington County – Recycling ExistsMarine-Scandia-May Area Bird Count Summary
State Parks – Emerald Ash Borer
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibrarySnowplow Name Voting for Washington County
Event Links
Marine Documentary Night – HOLY FRIT trailerGuthrie Theater – Dial M for Murder
Christ Lutheran Church Swedish Dinner
World Snow Sculpting Championship
Sat, 13 Jan 2024 - 64 - December 16, 2023 - Buy Better Books and Build Baby Build!
This week on River Radio, hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher talk to, Pamela Klinger-Horn, Valley Bookseller in Stillwater, MN, about top choices for books to consider this holiday season (6:00); and Adam Rogers,senior correspondent, Business Insider, on his recent article advocating for more progressive infrastructure construction titled “Make America Build Again” (27:30). Also included is an update on local news (47:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Pamela Klinger-Horn,Valley BooksellerAdam Rogers, special correspondent,Business Insider
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixWilliam O’Brien State Park Project
Article Links
Adam Rogers – Make America Build AgainNew Plastics Recycling Plant in Minnesota
NPR’s flawed Social Security Story
Book Lists
Pamela Klinger-Horn’s 2023 Book ListBill Simpson’s Top Books of 2023
Business/Organization Links:
Library Donation Page
Event Links
Gammelgarden Puzzle TournamentSat, 16 Dec 2023 - 63 - December 2, 2023 – Big Pharma vs. Americans; Extreme Athletes vs. The Impossible
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk about why drugs cost so much in America and how pharmaceutical companies are trying to defend their profits with Prof. Nicholas Bagley, law professor, University of Michigan (6:00); and hear from Marius Anderson producer/director of the kickoff documentary for Marine Documentary Night, 40 Below: The Toughest Race In The World (26:00). Also featured is an update of local news (46:30). Matt Quast is technical director.
Prof. Nicholas Bagley,University of Michigan
Politico Article – The Real Reason Drugs Cost So Much, And Do Too LittleMarius Anderson, Director,40 Below: The Toughest Race in the World
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixWashington County
News
Lake Elmo School Issues – Pioneer PressLake Elmo School Issues – Star Tribune
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryLibrary Donation Page
Event Links
Peter Mayer at Christ Lutheran ChurchBreakfast with Santa in Scandia
Name the Snowplow Entries
Washington County Name the Snowplow EntriesSat, 02 Dec 2023 - 62 - November 18, 2023 – Tackling Environmental Challenges Far Away and Close to Home
Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher talk about the wonders of the Galapagos Islands and challenges created by climate change with longtime Galapagos naturalist Silvia Panchana (5:30); and hear about how to improve biodiversity in your own backyard with Brandon Hough, Executive Director, Homegrown National Park® (26:30). Also featured is an update of local news (46:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s GuestsSilvia Panchana, Galapagos Island Naturalist
Brandon Hough, Executive Director,Homegrown National Park®
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryLibrary Donation Page
Pollinator Friendly Alliance
Event Links
Newsies, Jr. at Marine Village SchoolBilly McLaughlin Christmas Shows
Peter Mayer at Christ Lutheran Church
Sat, 18 Nov 2023 - 61 - November 4, 2023 – The Long Slog to the 2024 Election and A Rapid Ride Down the Mississippi
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk politics with Lori Sturdevant, longtime political reporter for the Star Tribune and River Radio’s national political editor Brian Gruis (13:30); and learn about a Guinness World Record-setting Mississippi River canoe expedition from trip leader Scott Miller (36:00). Also featured is a conversation with Stillwater Schools Superintendent Dr. Michael Funk regarding the upcoming bonding measure that’s on the ballot and issues with properly notifying Marine residents of a polling venue change (3:30); and an update of local news (54:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Dr. Michael Funk, Superintendent,Stillwater School District 834Lori Sturdevant,Star Tribune
Brian Gruis, River Radio national political editor
Scott Miller,leader of Guinness World Record-setting canoe team
Two Paddles Canoe and Kayak Races
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryEarly Voting in Washington County
Stillwater District 834 Elections – Where to Vote
Secretary of State Poll Finder Tool
Details about the District 834 Bonding Measure
Event Links
Newsies, Jr. at Marine Village SchoolVeterans Day Concert at Elim Lutheran
Sat, 04 Nov 2023 - 60 - October 14, 2023 - The Supreme Court and Supreme Chocolate
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to Hon. John Tunheim, senior U.S. district judge for the Minneosta district about the new Supreme Court session and other court matters (4:30); and award-winning chocolatier Robyn Dochterman of St. Croix Chocolate Company in Marine (29:00). Also included is an update on polling location changes voters need to know (24:00); and an update of local news (48:00). Matt Quast is technical director (though Matt was unavailable for the live recording, so any glitches that occurred during that are not his fault!).
This Week’s Guests
Hon. John Tunheim,U.S. District Judge, District of MinnesotaRobyn Dochterman, Chocolatier,St. Croix Chocolate Company
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryWashington County Elections Page
Stillwater District 834 Elections – Where to Vote
Enchanting Forest – contact Gwen Roden – groden60@gmail.com
Sat, 14 Oct 2023 - 59 - September 30, 2023 – A Preponderance of Plastic and Local Actor Makes Good on Guthrie Stage
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to Pulitzer Prize-winning author (“The Sixth Extinction”) and New Yorker staff writer Elizabeth Kolbert about the harsh realities of plastic and other major environmental matters (5:00); and local actor David Andrew Macdonald who will soon star in the Guthrie Theater production of “Dial M for Murder” (35:30). Also included is a detailed update of the latest news related to Wilder Forest, Manitou Fund and River Grove School (26:00); and an update of local news (57:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Elizabeth Kolbert, author,New Yorker staff writerDavid Andrew Macdonald,actor
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryEnchanting Forest – contact Gwen Roden – groden60@gmail.com
Sat, 30 Sep 2023 - 58 - May 13, 2023 – From Hunter Gatherers to Artificial Intelligence
Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher speak to wild food enthusiast and educator Carson Gross, who shares his expertise on how to forage for mushrooms (4:30); and David Nguyen of the University of Minnesota's Technological Leadership Institute on the possibilities and potential pitfalls of artificial intelligence (35:45). Jim and Gayle also share follow-up insights from many of this past season's guests on recent developments related to their areas of expertise (23:30), and Gayle has an update of local news (53:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
David H. Nguyen, PhD,Edson Spencer Chair of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Technological Leadership Institute, University of MinnesotaCarson Gross, Mushroom,Wild Food Enthusiast and Educator
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixEvents
Marine Plant Trade – Call 651-433-2485 or email laurelsmith361@gmail.comMarine Forest Management Plan – call Wendy Ward – 651-301-0633
Scandia Gravel Bed Tree Nursery – call Tom Furey – 612-723-8451
Scandia Heritage Alliance Mondale Boat Cruise
Business/Organization Links:
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Call 1-800-PARK-TIPSat, 13 May 2023 - 57 - April 29, 2023 - Mother Earth – Globally and Locally
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk with world-renowned journalist and environmental advocate Bill McKibben about the state of climate change and what can be done from here (5:00), and William O’Brien State Park Supervisor Wayne Boerner about the impact of river flooding and construction plans at the park (26:00). Plus, an update on local news (43:15). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Bill McKibben,journalist and environmental advocate
Third ActWayne Boerner, manager,William O’Brien State Park
William O’Brien Management PlanGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixArticle links:
Bill McKibben – Climate Change is the Legacy of People over the age of 60 (The Guardian)Bill McKibben – This Simple Math Problem Could Be the Key to Solving Our Climate Crisis (Rolling Stone)
St. Croix 360 – New members of Wisconsin town board revoke factory farm rules
Events
Library Presentation on Greenland – ReplayMarine Village School Taco Fundraiser
Public meeting on Osceola Bridge work
Business/Organization Links:
Sat, 29 Apr 2023 - 56 - April 15, 2023 – Rollin’ Up AND Down the River; From Russia With Haste
Co-hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Minnesota native Aaron Bogott, a longtime Russia resident who fled the country after the war began, about his experiences and impressions of the situation in Russia (5:00) and Ryan Ramaley, captain of the Taylors Falls Queen excursion paddleboat as we go for a ride on the river (31:00). Also featured is an in-depth story on late-breaking developments in the River Grove school situation (23:30) and other local news (43:30). Matt Quast is Technical Director.
This Week’s Guests
Aaron Bogott, Minnesota native who fled RussiaRyan Ramaley,Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours
651-465-6315
Email) info@taylorsfallsboat.comGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixEvents
Wild Rivers Conservancy Open Water Celebration
Jim and Gayle Library presentation on Biking in Europe
https://www.midwestmtn.com/outdoor-adventure-expos/
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryNational Park Service closures
National Park Service Facebook UpdatesSat, 15 Apr 2023 - 55 - April 1, 2023 – Trippin' and Trekkin'
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak with Dr. Dennis McKenna, ethnopharmacologist, on the potential therapeutic uses of psychedelics (5:00); and Kyle Potter, Executive Editor, Thrifty Traveler, with advice for the upcoming traveling season (32:30). Plus an update of local news (51:30). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s GuestsDennis McKenna,McKenna Academy
ESPD Event
Heffter Research Institute
Hoasca ProjectKyle Potter, Executive Editor,ThriftyTraveler.com
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixArticles
Rick Reilly Commentary on Iowa’s Caitlin ClarkUpdate on hog production facility in Burnett County
American Library Association on Book Bans
Events
Marine Volunteer Fair – Contact Linda TibbettsScandia Marine Lions Service Project Sampler Day
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibrarySat, 01 Apr 2023 - 54 - March 18, 2023 – Keeping a Watchful Eye on Sacred Treasures – The St. Croix River and Social Security
Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher speak to Craig Hansen, National Park Service Superintendent of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway about the latest on the river as spring approaches (4:30); and Nancy Altman, Co-Founder and President of Social Security Works, about how to save and improve the Social Security system (25:00). Plus, an update of local news (49:00). Matt Quast is Technical Director.
This Week’s Guests
Craig Hansen,St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Report activity to 1-800-PARK-TIPNancy Altman,Social Security Works
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixEvents
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny in ScandiaArt Reach St. Croix Roz Chast Opening Night
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Village School
MarineZinesubmissions
mmsuggins@gmail.comSat, 18 Mar 2023 - 53 - March 4, 2023 - Preserving our American Idyll
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to Greg Seitz, founder and editor of the St. Croix 360 newsletter, about news happening up and down the river (6:00); musician John Gorka about his upcoming Marine Library benefit concert (23:00); and Polk County, Wisconsin farm owner/operator Lisa Doerr about the threat of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) (33:00). Gayle also has an update of local news (48:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Greg Seitz,St. Croix 360John Gorka,Singer/Songwriter
Lisa Doerr,Northern Lakes Farm
Know CAFOs website
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixEntertainment Links
Highlight Reel of Jessie Diggins World Championship RunEvents
Jim & Gayle Biking Presentation ReplayJohn Gorka Concert for Marine Community Library
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryScience Museum Artist at Pine Needles Program
Sat, 04 Mar 2023 - 52 - February 18, 2023 - Did America's Electric Car Revolution Take a Wrong Turn? Are We Making Progress with Pollinators?
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak with David Zipper, Visiting Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School's Taubman Center for State and Local Government on what's going right and wrong in America's attempted conversion to electric vehicles (6:00), and Laurie Schneider of the Pollinator Friendly Alliance with a progress report on pollinators (26:00). Gayle also has a roundup of local news (47:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
David Zipper,Harvard Kennedy SchoolLaurie Schneider,Pollinator Friendly Alliance
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. CroixEntertainment Links
Ted Lasso Dart Scene
Ted Lasso Season 3 TrailerEvents
Jim & Gayle Biking Presentation ReplayJohn Gorka Concert for Marine Community Library
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community LibraryMarine Fan Supporter & Booster Facebook Page
Sat, 18 Feb 2023 - 51 - February 4, 2023 – Carving Out A Legacy in the Boundary Waters
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Becky Rom, National Chair of the Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters, on a recent mining moratorium initiated by the Biden administration (4:30); Dusty Thune, captain of House of Thune, the winning team in the World Snow Sculpting Championship (23:00); and Lori Sturdevant, Star Tribune political columnist, on the life and passing of Sen. Dave Durenberger (39:00). Gayle also reports on local news (51:00) and technical director Matt Quast springs a surprise on Jim and Gayle at the end of the show (55:00).
This Week’s GuestsBecky Rom, Save the Boundary Waters
https://www.savetheboundarywaters.orgDusty Thune, House of Thune
https://houseofthune.comLori Sturdevant, Star Tribune
https://www.startribune.com/lori-sturdevant/6370482/Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Events
Marine Village School Open House https://www.marinevillageschool.org/news/winter-warmup-open-house-saturday-february-11-2023/Gammelgarden Swedish Conversation Circles
https://gammelgardenofscandia.org/events/
https://www.facebook.com/events/890828505673825/890830349006974/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgBuy Nothing Project
https://buynothingproject.orgSat, 04 Feb 2023 - 50 - January 21, 2023 – Putting 2023 in Focus...Financially AND Literally
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Chris Farrell, Economics Editor of "Marketplace" on American Public Media and Ross Levin of Accredited Investors Wealth Management about the economic and investment landscape (5:00); and local photography hobbyist and instructor Carl Wegener about how to take a better picture (32:00). Gayle also has a roundup of local news (51:30). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s GuestsChris Farrell, Sr. Economics Contributor, Marketplace
https://www.marketplace.org/author/chris-farrell/
Ross Levin, Founder, Accredited Investment Advisors
https://www.accredited.comCarl Wegener, Photographer
carl@recycleyourcamera.com
Carl's class for kids:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXPJ50g2GfI
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com
May Township
https://www.townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
William O’Brien State Park
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/park.html?id=spk00283#homepageArticle Links
You Don’t Know How Bad the Pizza Box Is by Saahil Desai
https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2023/01/pizza-delivery-box-design-soggy/672712/
Events
Vinterfest in Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com/city_services/parks_and_recreation/vinterfest.php
Mike Lynch Star Gazing Program in Scandia
https://gammelgardenofscandia.org/calendar/
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org
Farmaste in Lindstrom
https://www.farmaste.org
Marine Mills Folk School
https://marinemillsfolkschool.orgSat, 21 Jan 2023 - 49 - December 17, 2022 – It's the Most Cardboard-y Time of the Year
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk with New York Times Magazine contributing writer Matthew Shaer about everything you should know about cardboard (5:30); and local foodie, writer and performer Lori Gordon about holiday food, drinks, entertaining and gifting (25:00). Gayle also provides an update on local news (46:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Matthew Shaer,New York Times Magazine contributing writerhttp://www.matthewshaer.com
His cover story for the Dec. 4, 2022 magazine
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/28/magazine/cardboard-international-paper.html?searchResultPosition=1Lori Powell Gordon, foodie, writer, performer
Egg nog recipe
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/EGG-NOG-RECIPE.jpg
Margarita/Old Fashioned recipes
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Margarita.pdfGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com
May Township
https://www.townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Events
A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play
www.frostedglassproductions.comBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org
Donation Pagehttps://marinecommunitylibrary.org/donate/or send a check to PO Box 85, Marine, 55047
Join our email list: https://us13.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=a3fb07b3e0cd72a31b9579982&id=6f7cacfa37Anna’s Bistro MSP magazine writeup https://issuu.com/mplsstp/docs/december_issuu/46
Brookside Bar and Grill
https://www.brooksidebarandgrill.comJRod’s Automotive
https://jrods-automotive.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referralGammelgarden donation information
https://gammelgardenofscandia.org/engage/Scandia-Marine Lions donation
https://www.scandiamarinelions.org/how-to-donate/Sat, 17 Dec 2022 - 48 - December 3, 2022 – Democracy Makes a Stand
Co-hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about the state of democracy today (5:00) and Kelly Tope of Farmeste Animal Sanctuary on the organization's care of farm animals with special needs (31:00). Jim and Gayle also give an in-depth update on the planned sale of Wilder Forest (24:00), as a followup to the Nov. 17 episode, and Gayle has a local news update (49:30). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Steve Simon, Minnesota Secretary of State
https://www.sos.state.mn.usKelly Tope, Farmaste Animal Sanctuary
https://www.farmaste.org
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Events
Marine Documentary Night
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/documentary-night-hallelujah/Marine Village School Play – ANNIE KIDS
https://www.marinevillageschool.org/ticket/Scandia-Marine Lions Breakfast with Santa
https://www.scandiamarinelions.org/event/breakfast-with-santa-2/Gammelgarden Lucia Dagen Service (in Swedish!)
https://gammelgardenofscandia.org/events/Call 651-433-5053 for a reservatio
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org
Donation Page
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/donate/
or send a check to PO Box 85, Marine, 55047Security State Bank of Marine
https://themarinebank.com/contact.htmlSat, 03 Dec 2022 - 47 - November 19, 2022 – The 600-Acre Question
Co-hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson spend the hour exploring, in-depth, the events surrounding the proposed sale of the Wilder Forest property near Marine on St. Croix, the impact on the River Grove charter school located there and plans for a camp proposed by the potential new owners of the property, the Minnesota Catholic Youth Partnership. The show includes conversations with Drew Goodson, Executive Director of River Grove school (12:00); and Tim Healy, President of the Minnesota Catholic Youth Partnership (29:00). Jim and Gayle also provide a detailed update on other aspects of the story (48:00) and Gayle has a brief update of local news (56:30).
Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Drew Goodson, River Grove School
http://www.marineareaschool.orgTim Healy, Minnesota Catholic Youth Partnership
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
May Township Special Meeting Notice
https://www.townofmay.org/index.asp?SEC=4E5B8132-F74D-4962-8E7D-C2FC7B88E576Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Events
Patti Isaacs Presentation – Witness to China’s Transformation
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/candidate-forum-marine-city-council/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgNational Toy Hall of Fame
https://www.museumofplay.org/exhibits/toy-hall-of-fame/Sat, 19 Nov 2022 - 46 - November 8, 2022 – Election Night Special
River Radio provides a two-hour election night special. Along with results from the local races in Marine and Scandia, co-hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson track the school board and local legislative races. And they turn to Star Tribune political columnist Lori Sturdevant for perspective on statewide races and River Radio national political editor Brian Gruis for insights on the key national races. Also included are conversations with several of the elected local candidates for the evening; Scandia Mayor Christine Maefsky (10:30); Marine City Council Member-elect Bill Miller (24:15); Marine Mayor Kevin Nyenhuis (41:30); Marine City Council Member Charlie Anderson (53:15); and Scandia City Council member-elect Michael Luebke (1:37:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
Wed, 09 Nov 2022 - 45 - October 22, 2022 – Here Come the Mid-Terms!
Co-host Jim Maher talks about the upcoming election with our political roundtable of Lori Sturdevant of the Star Tribune; Fred de Sam Lazaro of PBS Newshour and the Undertold Stories Project; and the show's national political editor Brian Gruis (4:30). Co-host Gayle Knutson has a rousing conversation with Dr. Kimberly Kokx, principal of the newly-opened Marine Village School, a charter elementary school (30:00). Plus, Gayle has an update on local news (50:00).
Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s GuestsLori Sturdevant, StarTribune
https://www.startribune.com/lori-sturdevant/6370482/Fred de Sam Lazaro, PBS Newshour, Undertold Stories
https://www.undertoldstories.org
Brian Gruis, River Radio National Political EditorDr. Kimberly Kokx, Principal, Marine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.orgGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com
May Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County:
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Candidate Forums
Marine City Council Forum Replay from 10/20/22
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/candidate-forum-marine-city-council/Scandia City Council Forum Live Event – via Boxcast (6:30 p.m. 10/25/22)
https://boxcast.tv/channel/heb1rus0rmpm1yorwludMarine Mayoral Forum Live Event – (7:00 p.m. 10/27/22)
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/candidate-forum-marine-mayor/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgChrist Lutheran Church
https://www.clcmarine.org
Elim Lutheran Food Shelf
https://www.elimscandia.org/food-shelf.htmlSat, 22 Oct 2022 - 44 - October 1, 2022 – The First Monday in October is Upon Us
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk with U.S. District Court Judge John Tunheim about the upcoming Supreme Court session (5:00); and artist Robin Garwood about his solo canoe trip down the Mississippi River (34:30). Jim and Gayle also provide a detailed update on the planned sale of Wilder Forest, which puts River Grove charter school at risk (25:00); and Gayle updates local news (51:30). Matt Quast is Technical Director.
This Week’s GuestsHon. John Tunheim, U.S. District Judge, District of Minnesota
https://www.mnd.uscourts.gov/JRTRobin Garwood, artist
https://robingarwood.comGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgRiver Grove School
http://www.marineareaschool.orgWilder Foundation
https://www.wilder.orgEvent Links:
Art From The Inside Exhibit
https://www.artfromtheinsidemn.org/events/transformation-selected-works-at-the-us-district-court-minneapolisWild Rivers Conservancy 50th Anniversary Event
https://wildriversconservancy.orgCommunity Thread
https://communitythreadmn.org/community-services/rake-difference-day/Sat, 01 Oct 2022 - 43 - September 17, 2022 – There's Still A War On, You Know
The war between Russia and Ukraine is in its seventh month, and still has major ramifications worldwide. Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to:
Khrystyna Synytska of Odessa, Ukraine who talks about the experience of leaving her home country for Paris, and helping others flee the war; andProf. Nick Hayes, St. John’s University and an expert on Eastern Europe, with an overview of the current state of the war and what to expect from here.Matt Quast is technical director
LINKS
This Week’s Guests
Khrystyna Synytska, Ukraine nativeNick Hayes, Chair in Critical Thinking, St. John’s University
https://nickhayessju.wordpress.comGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Fundraising Links for Ukraine (mentioned by Khrystyna):
https://instagram.com/kyivangels?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://instagram.com/tydnyuk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://instagram.com/anastasenok?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org
Marine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.org
Marine Mills Folk School
https://marinemillsfolkschool.orgChrist Lutheran Church, Marine
https://www.clcmarine.orgSat, 17 Sep 2022 - 42 - May 7, 2022 – Being good stewards of our land and water; combatting library book bans.
Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Angie Hong of the Washington Conservation District on good land use strategies and preserving our water resources (4:00), and Deborah Caldwell-Stone, director of the American Library Association's Office of Intellectual Freedom on the recent surge in book banning efforts (29:00). Also included is an update of local news (23:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Angie Hong, Washington Conservation District
http://www.mnwcd.org/angie-hong
Deborah Caldwell-Stone, American Library Association
https://www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/oif
Ten most challenged books of 2021
https://www.ala.org/advocacy/bbooks/frequentlychallengedbooks/top10
Unite Against Book Bans
https://uniteagainstbookbans.orgGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com
May Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgWashington County Heritage Center
https://www.wchsmn.org/home/heritagecenter/Plant Trade in Marine
Laurel Smith – 651-433-2485 or email: laurelsmith361@gmail.comChrist Lutheran Church
https://www.clcmarine.orgScandia Farmer’s Market Plant Sale
https://scandiafarmersmarket.squarespace.com/Red Cross Blood Drive in Scandia
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-driveHazardous Waste Collection in Stillwater
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/DocumentCenter/View/50965/Stillwater_Collection-2021Tropical Wings
https://tropicalwings.orgSat, 07 May 2022 - 41 - April 23, 2022 – Life coach Richard Leider on finding purpose; Cameron Hewitt of Rick Steves' Europe
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson have in-depth discussions with world-renowned executive life coach Richard Leider, author of "Who Do You Want To Be When You Grow Old – The Path of Purposeful Aging," (6:00); and Cameron Hewitt, travel writer with Rick Steves' Europe and author of "The Temporary European: Lessons And Confessions of a Professional Traveler," (36:30). Also included is a rundown of local news (28:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Richard Leider, Executive Life Coach
https://richardleider.com
Richard’s April 28th event – “An evening of purpose”
https://cbo.io/tickets/endinmindproject/tixCameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe
http://blog.ricksteves.com/cameron/
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com
May Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
Washington County update on Manning Interchange
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/2662/TH-36-and-Manning-Avenue-Interchange
Event Links
Scandia/Mellerud, Sweden Sister City Signing Ceremony (video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apajyC3P8_E
Christ Lutheran Church Giving Day of Service – April 30
Contact Jody Nyenhuis – 651-308-6051 or email) jodynyenhuis@icloud.com
The Big Read
https://www.stcroixsplash.org/categories/bigreadscv/
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org
Brookside Bar & Grill, Marine
https://www.facebook.com/brooksidebarandgrill
Scandia Cleaning Week
https://www.mytrashservice.com
Franconia Sculpture Park
https://www.franconia.orgSat, 23 Apr 2022 - 40 - April 9, 2022 – Where the Russia-Ukraine conflict is headed with Prof. Nick Hayes; Poets-of-Place Heidi Barr and Rosie Peters
Co-host Jim Maher talks with Prof. Nick Hayes of St. John's University about the tragic developments in Eastern Europe (5:30) and co-host Gayle Knutson explores the world of poetry with two of the St. Croix Big Read program's Poets of Place, Heidi Barr of Lindstrom and Rosie Peters of Marine on St. Croix (34:00). Also included is Gayle's news update (28:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Nick Hayes, Chair in Critical Thinking, St. John’s University
https://www.csbsju.edu/critical-thinking
Heidi Barr and Rosie Peters, “Poets of Place”
https://artreachstcroix.org/bigread/
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com
May Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Event Links
The Big Read
https://www.stcroixsplash.org/categories/bigreadscv/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org
Christ Lutheran Church, Marine
https://www.clcmarine.orgElim Lutheran Church, Scandia
https://www.elimscandia.orgSat, 09 Apr 2022 - 39 - March 26, 2022 – Jane Brody on her long career as Personal Health columnist for the New York Times; an update on invasive species in the St. Croix River
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to longtime (and just retired) New York Times Personal Health columnist Jane Brody about her career, her thoughts on health and nutrition matters and her time in the St. Croix Valley (4:00); and Katie Sickmann, invasive species coordinator for the Wild Rivers Conservancy on where things stand with invasives in and along the river (44:30). Also, an update of local news (38:30). Matt Quast is technical director.
Show Links
This Week’s Guests
Jane Brody, Personal Health Columnist,The New York Times
https://www.nytimes.com/by/jane-e-brody
Katie Sickmann, Wild Rivers Conservancy
https://wildriversconservancy.orgArticle Links
Jane Brody’s final column for The New York Times
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/21/well/health-advice-diet-smoking.html
An ode to Jane by columnist Tara Parker Pope
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/24/well/live/jane-brody-personal-health-retires.html
Wrap-up of Emily Ford’s journey in the Boundary Waters
https://www.twincities.com/2022/03/23/mother-nature-cuts-short-duluth-adventurers-wintertime-trek-across-bwca/
Star Tribune story on solar gardens in Scandia
https://www.startribune.com/solar-garden-beauty-in-eye-of-beholder/600157619/?refresh=true&fbclid=IwAR3SKOjlqpZcxIExgZhStk8Ej0_GUFVgkq7ZAhO8U_PZuiPj2AldYBm2eVIGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com
May Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
William O’Brien State Park on prescribed burns
651-539-4981Event Links
Scandia Marine Lions Service Project Sampler Day
https://www.scandiamarinelions.org/event/service-project-sampler-day-2022/
The Big Read
https://www.stcroixsplash.org/categories/bigreadscv/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org
Marine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.org
Scandia Fire and Rescue Squad Application
Call 651-433-4383
National Park Service Osceola Landing Project
https://www.nps.gov/sacn/getinvolved/osceola-plan.htmSat, 26 Mar 2022 - 38 - March 12, 2022 – Journalist Casey Michel on Oligarchs, Dirty Money and the War in Ukraine; Polar Explorer Ann Bancroft
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to investigative journalist and author Casey Michel about Russian oligarchs, how the U.S. helps them launder their money and the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war (3:00); and polar explorer and educator Ann Bancroft on the world of expeditions and what it takes to make them work (34:00). Also included is an update of local news (28:30). Matt Quast is technical director. (Note - due to Internet issues, there are occasional sound distortions.)
This Week’s Guests
Casey Michel, investigative journalist
http://www.caseymichel.com
Casey’s Twitter account
https://twitter.com/cjcmichel?lang=enAnn Bancroft, explorer and educator
https://www.annbancroftfoundation.orgArticle Links
Casey Michel article inThe Atlanticon oligarchs and sanctions
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/03/russia-oligarchs-evade-sanctions-anonymous/626968/
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.com
May Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
Redistricting information
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/3367/RedistrictingBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgMarine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.org
Event Links:
Washington County Historical Society annual meeting
https://www.wchsmn.org/event/washington-county-historical-society-annual-meeting/Sat, 12 Mar 2022 - 37 - February 26, 2022 – What makes Olympic champion Jessie Diggins tick; How the "infodemic" of misinformation harms society;
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson discuss the flow of misinformation that is affecting everything from the war in Ukraine to the pandemic, with Stephen Maher of Maclean's Magazine (5:30); and the keys to Jessie Diggins remarkable Olympic success in Nordic skiing with Jessie's high school coach from Stillwater, Kris Hansen (36:30). Also included is an update of local news (28:30). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Stephen Maher, Maclean’s Magazine
https://www.macleans.ca/author/stephen-maher/Kris Hansen, former ski coach for Jessie Diggins
Article Links
Stephen Maher essay inMaclean’son misinformation
https://www.macleans.ca/society/health/misinformation-from-the-u-s-is-the-next-virus-and-its-spreading-fast/Slatewriter Justin Peters on Jessie Diggins
https://slate.com/culture/2022/02/why-olympics-matter-jessie-diggins-pain-cave-beijing.html
…and Justin Peters again on Chad Salmela
https://slate.com/culture/2022/02/winter-olympics-nbc-announcers-chad-salmela-promote-him.htmlGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Events
Marine Ice-Out Contest – Ice-out dates for recent years:
2021 – March 11, 12:00 pm
2020 – March 12, 4:03 am
2019 – March 24, 5:02 pm
2018 – March 28, 3:30 pm
2017 – Feb. 22, 2:58 pm
2016 – March 7, 2:01 amAmerican Birkebeiner
https://www.birkie.comBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgMarine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.orgDunrovin Retreat Center
Contact Emily – Guest Services Director – 651-433-2486, ext. 301Sat, 26 Feb 2022 - 36 - February 12, 2022 – Public affairs roundtable with Lori Sturdevant, Fred de Sam Lazaro and Brian Gruis; The Minnesota-based history of Reader's Digest
Jim Maher conducts a roundtable on current headline issues with Lori Sturdevant, political columnist for the Star Tribune, Fred de Sam Lazaro of PBS Newshour and River Radio's national political editor Brian Gruis (5:00); and Gayle Knutson talks about the 100-year history of Reader's Digest and its Minnesota connection with Richard Junger, professor of communications at Western Michigan University (38:00). Also included is an update on local news (32:00).
This Week’s Guests
Lori Sturdevant, Star Tribune
https://www.startribune.com/lori-sturdevant/6370482/Fred de Sam Lazaro, PBS Newshour
https://www.undertoldstories.orgBrian Gruis, River Radio National Political Editor
Richard Junger, Western Michigan University
https://wmich.edu/communication/directory/jungerGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Events
Ice Sculpture Exploration
https://getknitevents.com/ice-sculpture-exploration/
Sustainable Lawns and Gardens Workshop on Feb. 22
http://www.mnwcd.org/events/2022/2/22/sustainable-lawns-and-gardens-grow-nativeBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgMarine General Store
https://marinegeneralstore.comResult of 2nd poll question (Jim forgot to read the answer on the program
How many print magazines do you subscribe to:
- 4 or more – 31%
- 2-3 – 31%
- 1 – 17%
- None – 10%
- None, but subscribe to online magazines – 10%Sat, 12 Feb 2022 - 35 - Jan. 29, 2022 – Previewing Jessie Diggins Olympic prospects with NBC Sports analyst Chad Salmela; Dana Vannen Anderson on making her gender transition
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson discuss the upcoming Winter Olympics and prospects for local nordic ski racer Jessie Diggins, with NBC Olympics analyst Chad Salmela (6:00); and the process of going through a gender transition with longtime Marine on St. Croix resident Dana Vannen Anderson (36:00). Also included is an update on area news (31:00).
Chad Salmela, Olympic Nordic Ski Commentator for NBC
https://nbcsportsgrouppressbox.com/bio/chad-salmela/Chad’s call of Jessie Diggins 2018 Olympic victory
https://www.nbcolympics.com/videos/pyeongchang-2018-nbc-call-randall-diggins-historic-featDana Vannen Anderson
Dana’s professional coming out message
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/being-me-dana-anderson/
A piece on being a transgender leader
https://digitally.cognizant.com/transgender-teach-us-about-leadership-codex6690
Aston-Martin Cognizant Formula One video featuring Dana and shot in Stillwater
https://youtu.be/9ZJPXwWG7gU
FAQs on gender transition
https://www.glaad.org/transgender/transfaq
https://www.glaad.org/transgender/allies
https://www.hrc.org/resources/transgender
Additional helpful information
https://www.genderbread.org/Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Events
Marine–O’Brien Ski Race – Jan. 30
http://marineobrien.comScandia Vinterfest
https://www.cityofscandia.com/_T8_R277.phpDunrovin Retreat Center Open House
https://www.dunrovin.org/visit/city-close-country-quiet-open-house/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgSat, 29 Jan 2022 - 34 - Jan. 15, 2022 – A discussion of the courts today with Federal Judge John Tunheim; what's the latest in the red-hot real estate market
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Judge John Tunheim, Chief U.S. District Judge for the District of Minnesota, on the Supreme Court and other judicial matters (4:30); and real estate professional Juli Hagstrom about the hot housing market (35:00). There's also an update on local news including a proposed new housing development in May Township and the City of Marine in court (26:00). Matt Quast is Technical Director.
This Week’s GuestsJohn R. Tunheim, Chief U.S District Judge, District of Minnesota
www.mnd.uscourts.gov/JRTJuli Hagstrom, LaBelle Real Estate Group
www.julihagstrom.comGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
Events
Marine Library Author Talk – Jonathan Slaght – Jan. 20, 7:00 p.m.
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/author-talk-owls-of-the-eastern-ice/Ice Sculpture event
getknitevents.com/ice-sculpture-explorationMarine–O’Brien Ski Race – Jan. 30
http://marineobrien.comBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgMarine on St. Croix Fire and Rescue Squad
https://www.marineonstcroix.org/firerescueMarine Village School
www.marinevillageschool.org
Enrollment form
https://www.marinevillageschool.org/new-students/Community Thread Involvement Award Nominations
https://jkmecik.wufoo.com/forms/mzgrn7i1hop985/Art Reach St. Croix Poets In Place
https://artreachstcroix.org/bigread/Rustic Roots Winery
https://rusticroots.wineSat, 15 Jan 2022 - 33 - Dec. 18, 2021 - Mining near the Boundary Waters; what's new on the St. Croix River
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to Becky Rom, National Chair, Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters, on proposals for copper, nickel and cobalt mining in northeastern Minnesota (7:30); and Greg Seitz, writer and founder of the website St. Croix 360, in a wide-ranging discussion on the latest news on the river (38:00). There's also an update of local news (29:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Becky Rom, Campaign to Save the Boundary Waters
https://www.savetheboundarywaters.orgGreg Seitz, St. Croix 360
https://www.stcroix360.comGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgInformation on U.S. Government I-Bonds
https://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/products/prod_ibonds_glance.htmMarine Mills Folk School
https://marinemillsfolkschool.orgMarine General Store
https://marinegeneralstore.comChrist Lutheran Church, Marine
https://www.franconia.orgElim Lutheran Church, Scandia
https://www.elimscandia.orgGammelgarden in Scandia
https://gammelgardenmuseum.orgWashington County Tree Dropoff
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/yardwasteMark Odegard’s Posters
Email) mark.odegard@gmail.comSat, 18 Dec 2021 - 32 - Dec. 4, 2021 – Chris Farrell and Ross Levin on today's unusual economy; making the right choices when you recycle
Co-hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Chris Farrell of American Public Media's Marketplace program and Ross Levin of Accredited Investors Wealth Management about today's unusual economy and how to prepare for it (7:00); and Hannah Keller of the Washington County Dept. of Public Health and Environment on what you need to know about recycling (38:30). Also included is an update of area news (30:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s Guests
Chris Farrell,Marketplace
https://chrisfarrell.netRoss Levin, Accredited Investors Wealth Management
https://www.accredited.comHannah Keller, Washington County Public Health & Environment
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/471/Public-Health-and-Environment/Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Event Links
An Ole & Lena Christmas
https://www.sillygoosecomedyproductions.com
or call 612-353-8332Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgSecurity State Bank of Marine
https://themarinebank.comScandia Marine Lions
http://www.scandiamarinelions.orgFranconia Sculpture Park
https://www.franconia.orgSat, 04 Dec 2021 - 31 - November 20, 2021 – Where do we go from here with COVID-19; preparing for your Thanksgiving feast
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson find out more about why COVID-19 numbers are surging in Minnesota and what to expect next from Dr. Rebecca Wurtz of the University of Minnesota's School of Public Health (4:30) and ideas on preparing for your Thanksgiving feast from local foodie, writer and performer Lori Powell Gordon (30:00). There's also an update on local news (23:00). Matt Quast is Technical Director.
This Week’s Guests
Dr. Rebecca Wurtz, University of Minnesota School of Public Health
https://directory.sph.umn.edu/bio/sph-a-z/rebecca-wurtzLori Powell Gordon, foodie, writer, performer
https://daretobeadequate.squarespace.comGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/News Link
WCCO-TV story about Marine General Store
https://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2021/11/17/one-of-nations-oldest-general-stores-still-operates-in-marine-on-st-croix/Event Links
Scandia Vinterlights
facebook.com/ScandiaMarineLions
www.scandiamarinelions.org/events/vinterlights.Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgScandia Marine Lions – funding requests
scandiamarinelions.org/community-giving/Sat, 20 Nov 2021 - 30 - November 5, 2021 – The state of the world's water supply; the new Washington County Heritage Center
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to Kate Brauman, Associate Director of the Global Water Security Center at the University of Alabama about the state of the global water supply (5:30); and Brent Peterson, Executive Director of the Washington County Historical on the new Heritage Center in Stillwater (33:00). There's also an update of local news (25:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
Kate Brauman, Associate Director, Global Water Security Center, University of Alabama
https://ua-gwsc.orgBrent Peterson, Executive Director, Washington County Historical Society
https://www.wchsmn.org/Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Event Links
Marine Candlelight Series
https://www.marinecandlelightseries.orgBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgChrist Lutheran Church in Marine
https://www.clcmarine.orgMarine General Store
https://marinegeneralstore.comMarine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.orgMarine Mills Folk School
https://marinemillsfolkschool.orgGammelgarden Museum
https://gammelgardenmuseum.orgScandia Marine Lions Club Membership/volunteer
http://www.scandiamarinelions.org/membership/
http://www.scandiamarinelions.org/volunteer/Rustic Roots Winery
https://rusticroots.wineFri, 05 Nov 2021 - 29 - October 21, 2021 – Stillwater Schools Levy Referendum; The World of Giant Vegetable Growing
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Bev Petrie, Chair of the Stillwater School Board, about the upcoming levy referendum vote and other issues confronting the school district this year (3:00); and Chris Brown, President of the St. Croix Growers Association, about the world of giant pumpkins and other types of extreme vegetable growing (32:30). Also included is an update on local news (24:30). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s GuestsBeverly Petrie, Chair, Stillwater Board of Education
https://www.stillwaterschools.orgChris Brown, St. Croix Growers
https://www.stcroixgrowers.org
Garden of Giants Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/892759970893479Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
Clerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Sample Ballot Link
Stillwater School District (Marine and part of May Township)
https://myballotmn.sos.state.mn.us/ShowImage.aspx?i=A2FC7A0E-EB50-481E-84D3-ED275CD4BBC3Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgMarine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.orgChrist Lutheran Church in Marine
https://www.clcmarine.org
Into the Deep Wednesday night services and music
https://vimeo.com/showcase/8836540Midco service for Scandia
Contact Laurie Morrison: 651-900-0058
Or email: Laura.Morrison@midco.comThu, 21 Oct 2021 - 28 - October 9, 2021 – Line 3 Oil Pipeline, Stillwater's Zephyr Theatre
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to New York City-based climate journalist Audrey Gray about her travels along the Enbridge Line 3 oil pipeline in Minnesota (7:30); and Calyssa Hall, Executive Artistic Director of the Zephyr Theater in Stillwater (37:30). Gayle also updates all of the area news (30:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s GuestsAudrey Gray, climate journalist
https://www.audreygray.nycCalyssa Hall, Zephyr Theatre
https://www.stillwaterzephyrtheatre.orgGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
Clerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Article Links
Audrey Gray’s article for The New Republic on the Line 3 pipeline
https://newrepublic.com/article/163776/line-3-pipeline-feelsThe Guardian: Pipeline company paid Minnesota police for arresting and surveilling protesters
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/oct/05/line-3-pipeline-enbridge-paid-police-arrest-protestersStar Tribune writeup on Brian Wicklund’s Barley Jacks
https://www.startribune.com/meet-two-minnesota-bands-freshening-up-the-bluegrass-scene-barbaro-and-barley-jacks/600104428/?fbclid=IwAR33ZK92QGMWgPU65Us5G3a1eX6dZMdCivltE0J5lIWGN9kG-0cqmNWQy00Events
Barley Jacks album release concert – Sat. Oct. 9th
https://www.barleyjacks.com/showsDrug Collection Event in Scandia
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/.../48725/Scandia-2021-10-23Vinterlights Crafts/Artists signup
email: sjdickens2000@yahoo.comScandia City Park naming vote:
https://www.cityofscandia.com/city_services/parks_and_recreation/surveys.phpBusiness/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgMarine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.org
Facebook Page – @marinevillageschoolmnScandia Sister City Committee
Call: 612-433-2274Sat, 09 Oct 2021 - 27 - September 25, 2021 – Amy Hagstrom Miller of Whole Woman's Health on the new Texas abortion law, the Franconia Sculpture Park
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson kick off a new season in discussion with Amy Hagstrom Miller, St, Croix Valley native and founder of Whole Woman's Health and a strong advocate for abortion rights who has been in the media spotlight after the recent enactment of legislation in Texas that effectively curtailed abortions in that state (6:30); and Ginger Porcella, Executive Director and Chief Curator, Franconia Sculpture Park on new and upcoming activities at this St. Croix Valley institution (35:30). Also featured is a roundup of local news (30:00). The show also marks the debut of our new theme music, "Turn the Radio On" by the Suburbs – music and lyrics by Chan Poling. Thanks Chan!
Matt Quast is Teachnical Director.
SHOW LINKSAmy Hagstrom Miller, Whole Woman’s Health
https://www.wholewomanshealth.comGinger Shulick Porcella
https://www.franconia.org
The Suburbs
https://thesuburbsband.comGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.orgClerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
Podcast LinksPolitical Gabfest (Emily Bazelon on Texas abortion case) – Sep. 2
https://slate.com/podcasts/political-gabfest/2021/09/texas-abortion-banPolitical Gabfest (more Emily on abortion cases and legal possibilities) – Sep. 23
https://slate.com/podcasts/political-gabfest/2021/09/two-democrats-threaten-biden-agenda
Business/Organization Links:Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgMarine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.orgMarine Mills Folk School
https://marinemillsfolkschool.orgCarnelian Marine Watershed District
https://www.cmscwd.orgBig River Farms volunteer event
https://thefoodgroupmn.volunteerhub.com/event/44a97035-38cf-4288-ab8f-a25e2ebfef8bYour Home Café in Scandia
https://www.facebook.com/yourhomecafescandiaSat, 25 Sep 2021 - 26 - May 15, 2021 – Fred de Sam Lazaro of PBS Newshour; Marine Mayor Kevin Nyenhuis; Greg Seitz of St. Croix 360
In the final episode of Season 2, hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Fred de Sam Lazaro of PBS Newshour and the Undertold Stories Project about the COVID crisis in India and the aftermath of the George Floyd event in Minnesota (6:30); new Marine Mayor Kevin Nyenhuis on activity in the village (27:00); and Greg Seitz of St. Croix 360 about what's happening in and around the river (47:00). Also hear an update on local news (21:30). Matt Quast is Technical Director.
Show Links
Fred de Sam Lazaro, PBS Newshour
https://www.undertoldstories.orgKevin Nyenhuis, Mayor, Marine on St. Croix
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgGreg Seitz, St. Croix 360
https://www.stcroix360.com
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
Clerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Article Links
Pat Reusse remembers Jim Klobuchar
https://www.startribune.com/jim-klobuchar-sid-hartman-vikings-columnists-mountains/600056775/Jumping worms
https://www.vox.com/2021/5/5/22408390/crazy-jumping-worms-invasive-earthworm-garden-soilEvent Links
Marine 4th of July Parade
Questions? Contact Sara Tennis
Sara.Ann.Tennis@gmail.comRotary-sponsored bike fundraiser
http://www.bikereg.com/bridge-the-valley
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgJudd Street Properties –
Contact Sara Rottunda - srottunda@earthlink.net
Or Gerry Glomb – gglomb@starsvcs.comScandia Farmer’s Market
https://www.scandiafarmersmarket.comRustic Roots Winery Market
https://rusticroots.wineSt. Croix River Association Spring Gathering
https://stcroixriverassociation.org/event/spring-gathering/Sat, 15 May 2021 - 25 - May 1, 2021 – The St. Croix River legacy of Walter Mondale; Factory farming in the St. Croix Valley; feeding the hungry in our area
Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher talk to Peter Gove, former chair of the St. Croix River Association, about the legacy of the late Vice President Walter Mondale as it relates to the river (5:00); Lisa Doerr, a local farm owner/operator about the threat of large animal operations in the area (24:30); and Pastor Meredith McGrath of Elim Lutheran Church in Scandia on their food shelf operation and how to support it (43:00). Also included is a rundown of local news (19:00). Matt Quast is technical director.
Peter Gove on Walter Mondale
https://stcroixriverassociation.orgLisa Doerr, Farm Owner Operator, Polk County
https://knowcafos.orgReport on proposed Laketown Township facility
https://townoflaketown.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Laketown-Livestock-Facility-Report-with-Appendices-12-22-2020-2.pdfMidwest Environmental Advocate site
https://midwestadvocates.orgPastor Meredith McGrath, Elim Luthern Church, Scandia
https://www.elimscandia.org/food-shelf.html
https://www.scandiafarmersmarket.comGovernment Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
Clerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/Article Links
Australia’s Mouse Plague
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/04/29/australia-mice-plague-animals/St. Croix 360 article remembering Vice President Walter Mondale
https://www.stcroix360.com/2021/04/walter-mondale-1928-2021-who-helped-save-the-st-croix-in-u-s-senate/Event Links
Scandia 1,000 Acts of Kindness
https://www.cityofscandia.com/residents/acts_of_kindness_project.phpBusiness/Organization Links:
Gammelgarden in Scandia
http://gammelgardenmuseum.org/Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgMarine Plant Trade (May 8th)
651-433-2485 or email laurelsmith361@gmail.comSat, 01 May 2021 - 24 - April 17, 2021 – Sen. Tina Smith on the filibuster and infrastructure; the new Marine charter school, Earth Day and the local environment
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to U.S. Senator Tina Smith about major action in front of the Senate this year (6:00); Win Miller of the founding board of the proposed new Marine Village School (28:30); and Angie Hong of the Washington Conservation District on Earth Day and local efforts at protecting soil and water (45:30). Also included is an update of local news and important events on the calendar. Matt Quast is technical director.
This Week’s GuestsSenator Tina Smith
Win Miller, Marine Village School
https://www.marinevillageschool.org
https://www.facebook.com/marinevillageschoolmn/
Send donation to PO Box 247, Marine, MN 55047
Angie Hong, Washington Conservation District
http://www.mnwcd.org/angie-hong
Government Links:City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia – 651-433-3374
May Township:
Clerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
Event LinksMarine Oscar Films Program & Party
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/oscar-short-films/
Marine Library Summer Programs for Kids
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/just-for-kids/
Scandia 1,000 Acts of Kindness
https://www.cityofscandia.com/residents/acts_of_kindness_project.php
Marine FreeCycle Day
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10224202365102780&set=p.10224202365102780&type=3
Jackson Meadow trail cleanup
text) 651-247-7399
Business/Organization Links:
Highway North
Marine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org
Scandia Marine Lions raffle information
Email) smlionstreasurer@gmail.com
Sat, 17 Apr 2021 - 23 - River Radio - April 3, 2021 – 1,200 miles on the Ice Age Trail; Cameron Hewitt of Rick Steves' Europe; Actor Sally Wingert
Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher speak with Emily Ford of Duluth about her recent 1,200 mile winter hike of Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail (6:00); Cameron Hewitt, Content Manager of Rick Steves' Europe about what's ahead for travel (27:00) and venerable Twin Cities actor Sally Wingert on the theater scene in COVID times and beyond (52:30). Also catch up on local news (20:30) and Marine's Oscar-nominated short film viewing opportunity (48:30). Matt Quast is Technical Director
Emily Ford, thru hiker
https://www.backpacker.com/stories/people/profiles/thru-hiker-emily-ford-on-finishing-the-ice-age-trail-in-winter-and-being-a-first/Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves Europe
https://blog.ricksteves.com/cameron/Sally Wingert, Actress
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0935041/
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.orgCity of Scandia – 651-433-3374
https://www.cityofscandia.comMay Township:
https://www.townofmay.org
Clerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.orgWashington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/DNR Burn Restrictions
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/news/2021/03/29/counties-added-spring-burn-restrictions
Event Links
Marine Oscar Films Program & Party
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/oscar-short-films/Marine Library Summer Programs for Kids
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/just-for-kids/Marine Astronomy Night on April 10
https://fb.me/e/1ikL1Vf1dScandia 1,000 Acts of Kindness
https://www.cityofscandia.com/residents/acts_of_kindness_project.phpMegan Lapos – Marine FreeCycle Day
mmlapos@gmail.com 651-703-7909
Business/Organization Links:
Brookside Bar and Grill in Marine
https://www.brooksidebarandgrill.comSecurity State Bank of Marine
https://themarinebank.comHighway North
https://www.hwynorth.comChrist Lutheran Church
https://www.clcmarine.orgElim Lutheran Church
https://www.elimscandia.orgMarine Community Library
https://marinecommunitylibrary.orgSat, 03 Apr 2021 - 22 - River Radio - March 20, 2021 - Emily Bazelon on Voting Laws, Pollinator Friendly Alliance
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Laurie Schneider and Pam Arnold from the Pollinator Friendly Alliance and Emily Bazelon of the New York Times Magazine, Yale Law School and Slate's Political Gabfest podcast on challenges to voting rights nationwide. Also included are local news as well as updates on the Marine Community Library reopening and plans for an Oscar night celebration from the Marine Film Society. Matt Quast is Technical Director of River Radio.
LINKS
Emily Bazelon, Staff Writer, New York Times Magazine, Co-host of Slate’s Political Gabfest podcast, Yale Law Schoolhttps://www.nytimes.com/by/emily-bazelon
Laurie Schneider and Pam Arnold, Pollinator Friendly Alliance
https://www.pollinatorfriendly.org
Where to get plants, shrubs, trees and seedsVideos from Best Practices for Pollinators Summit:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCZRZZ5gJ0hyrobhbpY7YsA
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia – 651-433-3374
May Township:
Clerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
DNR Burn Permit Information
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/questions.html
Article Links
Obituary for Leon Gast, director of When We Were Kings
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/12/movies/leon-gast-dead.html
St. Paul Pioneer Press Article on Marine Library
Record of St. Croix River ice out dates in Marine – download here
Business/Organization Links:Megan Lapos – Marine FreeCycle Day
mmlapos@gmail.com
651-703-7909
Christ Lutheran Church
651-433-3222
Where to watch Oscar-nominated films
BEST PICTURE
Judas and the Black Messiah – theaters
Mank – Netflix
Minari – theaters, stream for a fee
Nomadland – theaters, Hulu
Promising Young Woman – theaters, stream for a fee
Sound of Metal – Amazon Prime
The Father – theaters, stream for a fee beginning 3/26
The Trial of the Chicago 7 – Netflix
BEST DOCUMENTARY
Collective – stream for a fee
Crip Camp – Netflix
The Mole Agent – Hulu
My Octopus Teacher – Netflix
Time – Amazon Prime
BEST ANIMATED FEATURE
Onward – Disney Plus
Over the Moon – Netflix
<Sat, 20 Mar 2021 - 21 - March 6, 2020 – The Latest on COVID-19; "Please Raise My Taxes"; Plans for a St. Croix Heritage Area
Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Dr. Rebecca Wurtz of the University of Minnesota about the latest developments with COVID-19 (6:30); former Twin Cities advertising executive Lee Lynch about his recent op-ed piece titled "Please Raise My Taxes," (31:00) and Marty Harding of the North Woods and Waters of the St. Croix Heritage Area and Chris Stein of the National Park Service on the proposed National Heritage Area for this region (43:00). Gayle has all of the latest local news as well (24:00). Matt Quast is the show's technical director.
SHOW INFORMATION
Dr. Rebecca Wurtz, University of Minnesotahttps://directory.sph.umn.edu/bio/sph-a-z/rebecca-wurtz
Lee Lynch
https://www.startribune.com/please-raise-my-taxes-i-can-afford-it/600017795/
Marty Harding, North Woods and Waters of the St. Croix Heritage Area
https://northwoodsandwaters.org
Chris Stein, National Heritage Area program coordinator, National Park Service, Midwest Region
https://www.nps.gov/subjects/heritageareas/index.htm
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix – 651-433-3636
https://www.marineonstcroix.org
City of Scandia – 651-433-3374
May Township:
Clerk Treasurer Linda Tibbetts – 651-439-1706 / or linda@townofmay.org
Washington County
https://www.co.washington.mn.us/
Article Link
Marine resident Andy Kramer’s letter to the editor of the Star Tribune:
Business/Organization Links:
Meal train signup for Charlie and Betsy Anderson’s family
https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/9w4576
Brookside Bar and Grill
https://www.brooksidebarandgrill.com
Scandia Farmers’ Market
https://www.scandiafarmersmarket.com/
Sat, 06 Mar 2021 - 20 - Feb. 20, 2021 - UNICEF USA and COVID Vaccine distribution worldwide; political roundtable with Lori Sturdevant, Fred de Sam Lazaro and Brian Gruis
Gayle Knutson talks with Michael Nyenhuis, President and CEO of UNICEF USA about COVID-19 vaccine distribution challenges worldwide and helping keep kids on track through the pandemic (7:00). Then, Jim Maher conducts a political roundtable with Lori Sturdevant of the Star Tribune, Fred de Sam Lazaro of PBS Newshour and the Undertold Stories project, and Brian Gruis, River Radio's National Political Editor (33:00). Also provided is an update on local news (25:00). Matt Quast is the show's Technical Director.
Sat, 20 Feb 2021 - 19 - February 6, 2021 – Neel Kashkari of the Minneapolis Fed, crazy days in the stock market, Marine resident’s upcoming military deployment
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson have discussions on the economy and education with Neel Kashkari, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis (7:30); Ross Levin, founder and CEO of Accredited Wealth Investors on the embroiled stock market with the GameStop situation; and Marine resident and City Council Member Charlie Anderson, soon to be deployed with the Minnesota Army National Guard to the Middle East (45:00). Local news updates are also provided (36:30). The show’s technical director is Matt Quast.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 - 18 - Dec. 19, 2020 – Dr. Michael Osterholm, Ross Levin, life of a high school senior
River Radio, from Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota with hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson. This episode features a discussion of COVID-19 vaccines, testing and outlook with Dr. Michael Osterholm, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota (2:15); a discussion about financial matters with Ross Levin, CEO of Accredited Investors Wealth Management and columnist for the Star Tribune of Minneapolis (26:31); and life as a high school senior in the time of COVID-19 with Stillwater (MN) Area Sr. High School student Max Smitten (47:51). Also featured are updates on local news for Marine on St. Croix, Scandia and May Township with Gayle (23:30 and 42:57).
Show page with links mentioned in the program:
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-121920/Thu, 28 Jan 2021 - 17 - December 5, 2020 – The War on Science, Feeding the hungry, Dark Sky Project
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Shawn Otto of Marine on St. Croix, author of “The War on Science,” about the potential for science to gain new appreciation in the coming years (6:00); Tracy Maki, Chief Executive Officer of Valley Outreach, to talk about how needs have dramatically changed in these pandemic times for those who are less fortunate (31:30); and Leslie MacKenzie and Mark Kraske of Green Step Cities Marine, to talk about the Dark Sky Project (48:00). Also included is an update on community news (23:30).
Show page with links mentioned in this program:
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-120520/Thu, 28 Jan 2021 - 16 - November 21, 2020 – The Parade of Local Authors
This week’s show features a parade of local authors originating from the St. Croix Valley. Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Lonnie Lovness of Marine on St. Croix about her book GROWING UP WRIGHT (7:30); Thom Rumreich of Scandia on his novel UNHOLY COMMUNION (22:30); Bill Strusinski of Scandia on his Vietnam memoir CARE UNDER FIRE (41:00); Bob White of Marine on his book THE CLASSIC SPORTING ART OF BOB WHITE (52:00); and former Marine resident Mark Odegard discussing his memoir about his time in the Peace Corps called ISLAND YEARS (1:03:30). Also included is an update on community news (34:00).
Show page with links mentioned in this program
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-112120/Thu, 28 Jan 2021 - 15 - November 7, 2020 – Pat Kessler of WCCO-TV, O'Brien State Park, Election Recap, new Marine gift shop
In an election wrap-up episode, hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk with Pat Kessler, newly retired political reporter for WCCO-TV on his thoughts about this year’s election and memories from the past (5:00); Emily Anderson, owner of the new Highway North gift shop in Marine on St. Croix (22:30); Brian Gruis, River Radio’s national political desk editor with a look at what happened in the national election (42:30); and Wayne Boerner, manager, William O’Brien State Park on the busy year at the park (59:00). Jim and Gayle also take another look at some of the incredibly close local election results from the past week (31:30).
Show page with links mentioned in this program:
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-110720/Thu, 28 Jan 2021 - 14 - October 24, 2020 – Conflicting Information on COVID-19, the new Marine Garage, Election Night Preview
October 24, 2020
In this final episode before the election, hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Rebekah Nagler, University of Minnesota Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication on how conflicting information on COVID-19 has made things confusing for the public (6:30); Jerrod and Shanna Spicer, new owners of the Marine Garage (29:30); and Brian Gruis, River Radio’s national political desk editor discussing what to watch on election night (47:00). In addition, updates are provided on local news (23:00).
Show page with links mentioned in this program:
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-102420/Thu, 28 Jan 2021 - 13 - October 10, 2020 – Gov. Tim Walz, Mary Divine, Lori Sturdevant
On this special episode, hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson welcome Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to talk about a variety of critical issues (5:00); Mary Divine, longtime writer on the Washington County beat for the St. Paul Pioneer Press (29:00); and Lori Sturdevant, columnist and veteran political reporter for the Star Tribune (46:30). In addition, updates are provided on local news (24:30) and (42:30).
Show page with links mention in this program:
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-101020/Thu, 28 Jan 2021 - 12 - September 26, 2020 – Remembering Ruth Bader Ginsburg with Judge John Tunheim, Charles Franklin on polling, Black Visions in Minneapolis, Rustic Roots Winery
Joining hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson on this program are the Hon. John Tunheim, Chief U.S. District Judge for the District of Minnesota to remember the legacy of the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (4:00); Charles Franklin, Director of the Marquette University Poll on the state of the election in Wisconsin and elsewhere (13:00); Oluchi Omeoga of Black Visions, a Minneapolis-based social change organization to discuss next steps following a summer of racial tension across the country (38:30); and Andrea and Greg Sandager, owners of the new Rustic Roots Winery in Scandia (55:30). Plus, updates on news from the community (34:30) and (51:00).
Show page with links discussed during this episode:
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-092620/Thu, 28 Jan 2021 - 11 - September 12, 2020 – Secretary of State Steve Simon, COVID-19 Vaccines; Marine Film Society
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak with Dr. Mark Schleiss, professor, Dept. of Pediatrics at the University of Minnesota, who is involved in the development of COVID-19 vaccines (6:00); Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about the challenges in conducting elections this year (32:00); and Paul Creager, co-Chair with Gayle of the Marine Film Society, on the obstacles to screening films in public settings in light of COVID-19 (1:02:00). Plus, updates on news from the community (26:30) and (57:30).
Showpage with links discussed during this episode:
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-091220/Wed, 27 Jan 2021 - 10 - January 23, 2021– Rep. Tom Emmer, Travel Challenges, Right Wing Extremism
Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to 6th District Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN) about the Jan. 6th attack on the capitol in Washington D.C. and the fallout from it (8:00); Kyle Potter, editor-in-chief of Thrifty Traveler, about some of the ongoing challenges facing travelers in the time of COVID-19 (33:00); and Dr. Richard Junger, Professor of Communications at Western Michigan University, about the sources of right-wing extremism and the state of journalism today (50:00). Also included are updates on news from the community (28:00).
Show page with links mentioned in this program:
https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-2/Sat, 23 Jan 2021 - 9 - May 23, 2020 – Food security during the pandemic; the economic outlook from a different perspective; Washington County Commissioner Fran Miron; St. Croix 360 founder Greg Seitz
Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk about food security issues during COVID-19 with Dr. Jennifer van de Ligt, Director of the Food Protection and Defense Institute at the University of Minnesota (4:00); how the economy is being managed through the pandemic with Professor V.V. Chari from the Heller-Hurwicz Economics Institute at the Univ. of Minnesota and an advisor to the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis (22:30); the latest from Washington County with County Board Chair Fran Miron (37:00); and news from around the St. Croix River with Greg Seitz of St. Croix 360 (57:00). Also included are updates on news from the community (18:00 and 49:00).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-052320/Sun, 17 Jan 2021 - 8 - May 16, 2020 – Dr. Michael Osterholm on COVID-19; the latest on the St. Croix River; the local banking scene
Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson host a special program featuring insights on COVID-19 from nationally renowned expert Dr. Michael Osterholm of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota (3:00). Also featured are discussions with Loralee DiLorenzo, Vice Chair of the Marine Community Library on how patrons can now access books (31:00); Monica Zachay, Director of Programs for the St. Croix River Association on the state of the river (37:00); and Diane Mills, Vice President of Security State Bank of Marine on money matters for people in COVID times (54:20). Also included are updates on news from the community (28:50 and 49:48).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-051620/Sun, 17 Jan 2021 - 7 - May 9, 2020 - Keith Ellison, Minnesota Attorney General; Substance Abuse Issues with Hazelden Betty Ford Clinic; Local Real Estate Market; European COVID Update
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison about scams related to COVID-19 and other issues (3:15); Steve Delisi, Medical Director of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation about substance issues in these times of isolation (26:00); Juli Hagstron, local real estate agent on how COVID-19 has affected the housing market (44:00); and former Marine resident (and Jim and Gayle’s daughter) Casey Maher, now residing in Spain, with an update on pandemic life in Europe (58:30). Also included are updates on news from the community (22:50 and 40:20).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-050920/Sun, 17 Jan 2021 - 6 - May 2, 2020 – A hospital perspective on COVID-19; the economy with Chris Farrell; Marine on St. Croix road and restoration projects
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Dr. Bjorn Peterson, Medical Director of Lakeview Hospital’s Emergency Department about COVID-19 (7:25); the economy today with Chris Farrell, Senior Economics Contributor for Marketplace on American Public Radio and on Minnesota Public Radio (25:00); Marine on St. Croix City Council Member Lon Pardun on delays in a major downtown revitalization project in Marine (45:00); and Marine resident Wendy Ward to explain a new program to restore historic sheds in Marine (57:25). Also included are updates on news from the community (21:00 and 40:30).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-050220/Sun, 17 Jan 2021 - 5 - April 25, 2020 – Jim Souhan of the Star Tribune; Washington County Library; the new realities of travel; landscape improvements in Marine on St. Croix
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Star Tribune sports columnist Jim Souhan about the state of sports today (5:45); Amy Stenftenagel, director of the Washington County Library system on plans for libraries going forward (21:30); Kyle Potter, editor-in-chief of Thrifty Traveler on changes to the travel industry in times of COVID (37:40); and Marine resident Kristina Smitten on a major landscape improvement project in the Jackson Meadow housing development (52:20). Also included are updates on news from the community (17:45 and 33:25).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/river-radio/Sun, 17 Jan 2021 - 4 - April 18, 2020 – Chief U.S. Federal Judge John Tunheim; National Park Service Superintendent Julie Galonska; local restaurant owners
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson discuss the court system under COVID-19 with John Tunheim, Chef Judge of the U.S. District Court in Minneapolis (8:30); the St. Croix Scenic Riverway with Julie Galonska, National Park Superintendent (26:00); and Marine on St. Croix residents and restaurant owners Gordon and Monique Skamser about the challenges in their business in these difficult times (48:50). Also included are updates on news from the community (24:00 and 40:10).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-041820/Sun, 17 Jan 2021 - 3 - April 11, 2020 – Life Coach Richard Leider; Financial Professional Ross Levin; what’s happening in Scandia; and the 50th anniversary of Earth Day
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson discuss what’s new in the community of Scandia with Mayor Christine Maefsky (10:00); maintaining a life with purpose with renowned life coach Richard Leider (29:30); money issues with advisor and Star Tribune financial columnist Ross Levin (42:20); and the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with Marty Harding and Gary Noren of the North Woods Waters of the St. Croix Heritage Area (59:45). Also included are updates on news from the community (25:15 and 53:00).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-041120/Sun, 17 Jan 2021 - 2 - April 4, 2020 – Musician John Gorka; a Marine on St. Croix city update; elementary school life; the new Marine Mills Folk School; Life in hard hit Spain
Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson discuss developments in Marine on St. Croix Mayor Glen Mills (11:00); second grade teacher Molly Arnason on how teaching has been transformed by the pandemic (22:00); Nanc McLeslie of the new Marine Mills Folk School (29:30); Jim and Gayle’s daughter Casey Maher, who resides in Madrid, Spain, a COVID-19 hotspot (43:30); and national touring musician John Gorka about life for entertainers, including two song performances (56:45). Also included are updates on news from the community (17:45 and 38:40).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-040420/Sun, 17 Jan 2021 - 1 - March 28, 2020 - Our Introductory Program
In the inaugural edition of River Radio, hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to the owners of the Marine General Store, Gordon and Cheryl Arcand (8:20); get financial insights on how to cope with the sudden recession from financial advisor Ross Levin (22:20); discuss how churches are handling the pandemic from Pastor Joel Martin of Christ Lutheran Church in Marine (36:50); talk about books and how you can still get them with Kathy Adams of Valley Bookseller in Stillwater (47:00); and discuss ways to stay healthy while in isolation with Dorothy Deetz of St. Croix Valley Massage (55:30). Also included are updates on news from the community (19:00 and 44:00).
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https://marinecommunitylibrary.org/event/river-radio-032820/Sun, 17 Jan 2021
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