Public Policy This Week

Lifelong learning with Dr. Dan Sullivan and Jack Sielaff of the Cannon Valley Elder Collegium 12/8/23

Joe Moravchick and Rich Larson — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0600

This week's hosts, Joe Moravchick and Rich Larson talk with Dr. Dan Sullivan, the Curriculum Director of the Cannon valley Elder Collegium, and Jack Sielaf, a retired master Carpenter who is a student at the CVEC about the Elder Collegium program and the importance of never finishing one's personal education.

Veterans Day and veterans' issues with Commissioner Brad Lindsay of the Minnesota Department of Veteran's Affairs 11/10/23

Jon Olson and Steve Sviggum — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:56:46 -0600

Hosts Jon Olson and Steve Sviggum speak with MDVA Commissioner Brad Lindsay about caring for our veterans, the State of Minnesota's responsibilities and priorities vs. the federal government's, and the importance of celebrating and honoring Veterans Day.

The Fentanyl Epidemic with Northfield, Minnesota Chief of Police Mark Elliott, 10/27/23

Nathan Leaf and Rich Larson — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:19:50 -0500

Hosts Nathan Leaf and Rich Larson talk with Northfield, Minnesota Chief of Police Mark Elliott about the Fentanyl epidemic, what is being done at the federal, state and local levels to combat the issue, and what resources are available to those with drug problems and their loved ones.

Issues in Long Term Care with Assistant Commissioner of Aging and Disability Services with the Minnesota Department of Human Services Natasha Merz 10/13/23

KYMN News — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:53:30 -0500

Hosts Rich Larson and Nathan Leaf talk with Assistant Commissioner of Aging and Disability Services Natasha Merz with the Minnesota Department of Human Services about the current challenges faced by long term care facilities, including staffing and funding.

Public Policy This Week - Previewing the Supreme Court docket with Professor Alan Rozenshtein of the University of Minnesota Law School, 10/6/23

Steve Poskanzer — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Host Steve Poskanzer and his guest, Professor Alan Rozenshtein of the University of Minnesota Law School, discuss some of the most interesting cases the Supreme Court has agreed to hear in this term. Those cases could impact Congressional regulatory power, the viability of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (and possibly the Federal Reserve Bank), and 2nd Amendment rights for those convicted of domestic abuse.

The United States Constitution with Professor of Constitutional Law and President Emeritus of Carleton College Steve Poskanzer 9/29/23

Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 13:57:37 -0500

Hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson talk with Con Law Professor and President Emeritus of Carleton College Steve Poskanzer about the United States Constitution, and how it has not only survived and remained viable, but actually remained vital for 236 years.

Civics Education in the State of Minnesota with Rochester Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kent Pekel and Northfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann 9/15/23

Nathan Leaf and Joe Moravchik — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:14:50 -0500

Hosts Nathan Leaf and Joe Moravchik talk with Rochester Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kent Pekel and Northfield Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann about the state, and the importance, of civics education in the State of Minnesota right now.

A Much Too Soon Look at the 2024 Presidential Election with Professor Christopher Galdieri of St. Anselm College, 9/8/23

KYMN News — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:25:08 -0500

Hosts Christopher Chapp and Rich Larson discuss the state of the 2024 Presidential election 14 months before Election Day with Professor Christopher Galdieri of St. Anselm College in Goffstown, New Hampshire.

The new media with Axios-Twin Cities reporter Torey Van Oot 8/25/23

Christopher Chapp and Rich Larson — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:39:55 -0500

Hosts Christopher Chapp and Rich Larson talk with Torey Van Oot, the political reporter for Axios Twin-Cities about new models of media, the challenges of covering the news in today's climate, and what the public wants and expects from news sources.

The Role of Medical Examiners with Hennepin County Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Andrew Baker 8/18/23

Joe Moravchik and Nathan Leaf — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 19:00:00 -0500

Hosts Joe Moravchik and Nathan Leaf discuss the importance of forensic medicine, the role it plays in society, and the trends being seen by medical examiners around the country with Hennepin County, Minnesota Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Andrew Baker

The 6th Mass Extinction with Dr. David Tilman and Dr. Jeannine Cavendar-Bares of the University of Minnesota 8/11/23

Nathan Leaf and Rich Larson — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 11:50:34 -0500

Hosts Nathan leaf and Rich Larson speak with Dr. David Tilman and Dr. Jeannine Cavender-Bares about the ongoing 6th Mass Extinction and how it might affect our environment, our economy and our society.

New Minnesota legalized cannabis statutes with Northfield Chief of Police Mark Elliott 8/4/23

Rich Larson — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:30:18 -0500

Host Rich Larson talks with Northfield Police Chief Mark Elliott discussing the legalization of recreational marijuana in Minnesota, getting into specifics of where and how it may be sold and consumed and some of the concerns held by law enforcement agencies.

End of life and funeral issues with author and Funeral Director Scott Mueller 7/28/23

Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson discuss the things that nobody wants to talk about - what to do when we lose a loved one. Scott Mueller of Mueller Memorial in the Twin Cities and the author of the book What to Know Before You Go answers the most commonly asked questions about death, grief and funerals.

Artificial Intelligence with former North Dakota Chief Information Officer Shawn Riley 7/21/23

Bruce Morlan and Rich Larson — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Hosts Bruce Morlan and Rich Larson talk with Shawn Riley, the co founder of Bisblox, and the former CIO of North Dakota about the emerging technology of Artificial Intelligence, how it works, where it's uses are helpful, where they aren't, and what to look for from Artificial Intelligence in the future.

Social Media and Conspiracy Theories with Dr. Christina Farhart of Carleton College 7/14/23

Chris Chapp and Bruce Morlan — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 11:53:29 -0500

Hosts Chris Chapp and Bruce Morlan discuss the widespread use of misinformation and how social media has made it so easy to insert conspiracy theories into our lives, with Dr. Christina Farhart, a professor of Political Science at Carleton College who has also worked with the the National Science Foundation in the Division of Social and Economic Sciences and the American Educational Research Association.

The recent Supreme Court rulings with Professor Alan Rozenshtein of the University of Minnesota Law School 7/7/23

KYMN News — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 08:07:53 -0500

Host Steve Poskanzer, the President Emeritus of Carleton College, and Professor Alan Rozenshtein of the University of Minnesota Law School discuss the slate of decisions handed down this year by the United States Supreme Court.

Gangs and gang violence with Dr. James Densley 6/23/23

Nathan Leaf and Joe Moravchik — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 09:59:13 -0500

Dr. James Densley returns to Public Policy This Week to talk with hosts Nathan Leaf and Joe Moravchik about the problem of street gangs in our society.

The 2023 Minnesota Legislature with Walker Orenstein of MinnPost 6/16/23

Joe Moravchik and Christopher Chapp — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:51:06 -0500

Hosts Joe Moravchik and Christopher Chapp talk with Walker Orenstein of MinnPost about the 2023 Minnesota Legislative Session, which is being called the most impactful in 50 years.

Minnesota's Changing Demographics with State Demographer Susan Brower 6/2/23

Christopher Chapp and Jon Olson — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 07:19:48 -0500

Hosts Christopher Chapp and Jon Olson discuss the importance of demographics to a democracy with Minnesota State Demographer Susan Brower, and how Minnesota's shifting demographic landscape will shape policy, and politics, in the future.

The World Expo 2027 with John Stanoch 5/26/23

Nathan Leaf and Rich Larson — Fri, 26 May 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Hosts Nathan Leaf and Rich Larson talk with Judge John Stanoch about the efforts to bring a World Expo - commonly known as the World's Fair - to Minnesota, the cost benefits for the Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota, and the scope of an event like this.

Academic Freedom with Carleton College President Emeritus Steven Poskanzer 5/19/23

KYMN News — Fri, 19 May 2023 12:47:02 -0500

Hosts Christopher Chapp, a professor of Political Science at St. Olaf College, and Rich Larson talk about Academic Freedom, and free speech on American college campuses with the President Emeritus of Carleton College President Emeritus Steven Poskanzer, author of the book Higher Education Law: The Faculty

Shipping on the Great Lakes with Eric Peace of the Lakes Carriers Association 5/12/23

Joe Moravchik and Nathan Leaf — Fri, 12 May 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Hosts Joe Moravchik and Nathan leaf talk with Eric Peace, the Director of Operations and Communications with the Lakes Carriers' Association, about the importance of shipping on the Great Lakes to the economy and the security of the the United States.

Affordable Housing with Anne Mavity of the Minnesota Housing Partnership 5/5/23

Joe Moravchik and Bruce Morlan — Fri, 05 May 2023 16:44:15 -0500

Hosts Bruce Morlan and Joe Moravchik talk with the Executive Director of the Minnesota Housing Partnership, Anne Mavity, about the housing shortage being experienced in Minnesota and what can be done to create more affordable housing in the state and in the country.

Renewable Energy with Fresh Energy Executive Director Michael Noble 4/28/23

Nathan Leaf and Bruce Morlan — Fri, 05 May 2023 12:17:02 -0500

Hosts Nathan Leaf and Bruce Morlan talk with Michael Noble, the retiring Executive Director of Fresh Energy, a group that looks to develop clean, renewable energy friendly policies.

Public Policy This Week - Shipwrecks on the Great Lakes with Corey Adkins and Bruce Lynn of the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum 4/21/23

Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:42:49 -0500

This week hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson talk with Corey Adkins and Bruce Lynn of the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum about preserving the memories of the vessels and crew lost on the Great Lakes, and why it is important that we do not forget.

The Public Policy This Week Spring Baseball Special with Cory Provus of the Minnesota Twins 4/14/23

Rich Larson, Joe Moravchik, and Steve Sviggum — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:22:59 -0500

This week, hosts Steve Sviggum, Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson take a break from more serious topics to talk with the radio voice of the Minnesota Twins, Cory Provus, and then have an in-depth discussion about why Earl Battey was actually a better catcher for the Twins than Joe Mauer.

College Affordability with Dan Sullivan and Steve Poskanzer 4/7/23

Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 12:03:30 -0500

Hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson talk with President Emeritus of St. Lawrence University, Dan Sullivan, and President Emeritus of Carleton College, Steve Poskanzer, about the affordability of college in the United States, and what can be done to make sure college is accessible to all Americans.

The Role of the Federal Reserve Bank with Joe Mahon of the Minneapolis Federal Reserve 3/31/23

Bruce Morlan and Nathan Leaf — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 12:15:07 -0500

Hosts Bruce Morlan and Nathan Leaf talk with Joe Mahon, a Regional Outreach Director with the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank. They discuss the role the Fed plays in maintaining a healthy economy, and how it's actions affect bank stability, inflation, and other more day-to-day situations.

Connected Autonomous Vehicles with Gina Bass, Frank Douma and Brian Davis of the Center for Transportation Studies at the University of Minnesota 3/24/23

Rich Larson Nathan Leaf — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0500

This week, hosts Rich Larson and Nathan Leaf visit the Center for Transportation Studies on the University of Minnesota campus to talk about the work they are doing in developing Connected Autonomous Vehicles, or self-driving cars, and the infrastructure and policy adaptations that will be necessary to bring CAVs online.

The case for Standard Time with Dr. Beth Malow 3/17/23

Bruce Morlan and Rich Larson — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 12:05:40 -0500

This week hosts Bruce Morlan and Rich Larson talk with Dr. Beth Malow, a physician and advocate for the elimination of Daylight Saving Time.

The Minnesota Defense Advanced Technology Sector with Chip Laingen and Pat Dillon 3/10/23

Jon Olson and Christopher Chapp — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:49:50 -0600

Hosts Jon Olson and Chris Chapp talk with Pat Dillon, the President of MNSBIR, and Chip Laingen, the Executive Director of the Defense Alliance about helping Minnesota small businesses do business with the US Defense Department, and the challenges those companies face.

Regenerative Poultry Agriculture with Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin 3/3/23

Bruce Morlan — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 11:55:22 -0600

Host Bruce Morlan talks with Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin about his company, Tree Range Chickens, and the belief that many practices that we consider fundamental in the raising of livestock could be approached differently and yield better results.

The emerging intricacies of space law with Professor Michelle Hanlon 2/24/23

Joe Moravchik and Steve Poskanzer — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 14:44:11 -0600

This week hosts Joe Moravchik and Steve Poskanzer discuss international law as it relates to space with the Co-Director of the Air and Space Law Program University of Mississippi, Professor Michelle L. D. Hanlon. The discussion covers the concept of "Space Law" itself, territorial rights on the moon, the need for agreements regarding space junk, and the nonprofit organization founded by Professor hanlon, For All Moonkind.

Minnesota and Federal AG Policy with Congressman Collin Peterson and Commissioner Thom Peterson 2/17/23

Jon Olson and Joe Moravchik — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:16:15 -0600

Hosts Jon Olson and Joe Moravchik talk with former Collin Peterson, who chaired the House Agriculture Committee from 2019-2021, and Minnesota Commissioner of Agriculture Thom Peterson about the Federal Farm Bill and Minnesota's Agricultural Economy.

Wills and Trusts with Attorney Eric Brever 2/10/3

KYMN News — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 08:51:18 -0600

Hosts Joe Moravchik and Steve Poskanzer talk with Eric Brever of the Law firm Wornson Goggins in New Prague. Brever explains important details about wills and trusts.

The rise of Crypto Currency with Shawn Riley 2/3/23

KYMN News — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0600

Hosts Bruce Morlan and Joe Moravchik discuss the intricacies of crypto currency with Shawn Riley, the CEO of Bitzero Blockchain and the former Chief Information Officer of the State of North Dakota. Riley discusses the origins of crypto currency, how it works and what exactly is blockchain.

Direct effects of climate change in Minnesota with Dr. Ken Blumenfeld and former Minnesota Senator David Senjem 1/27/23

Jon Olson and Bruce Morlan — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 12:24:15 -0600

Hosts Jon Olson and Bruce Morlan discuss the direct effects of climate change on the state of Minnesota with Olmsted County Commissioner and former Minnesota Senate Majority Leader David Senjem, and Senior Climatologist with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Dr. Kenneth Blumenfeld.

Lessons from the Covid-19 Pandemic with Dr. Michael Osterholm 1/20/23

Bruce Morlan and Steve Poskanzer — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 11:38:49 -0600

This week's hosts, Bruce Morlan and Steve Poskanzer, speak with University of Minnesota epidemiologist Dr. Michael Osterholm, a member of President Biden's Covid-19 Advisory Board, about lingering questions from the pandemic, how we should prepare for the next one, how the virus was politicized, and the need for scientific humility.

The Craft Beverage Industry in Minnesota with Derek Meyers and Mark Schiller 1/13/23

Rich Larson and Joe Moravchik — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 12:21:14 -0600

This week, hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson talk with Derek Meyers of Imminent Brewing, and the President of the Minnesota Distillers Guild, Mark Schiller of Loon Liquors, both in Northfield, Minnesota. The discussion ranges from distribution models to state alcohol regulation, to expansion strategies.

The Rice County, Minnesota Superfund Site with Glen Castor

Bruce Morlan and Rich Larson — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 07:48:32 -0600

This week's hosts Bruce Morlan and Rich Larson discuss the situation over what was once the unofficial Rice County dump, and is now a toxic waste site under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, with Bridgewater Township Supervisor Glen Castore.

Challenges and optimism for farming in the 21st century

Joe Moravchik and Steve Sviggum — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600

This week hosts Joe Moravchik and Steve Sviggum, who himself is a farmer, talk with David Legvold and Hannah Malecha, both of whom operate farms in South Central Minnesota, about the state of farming in the 21st Century. The four discuss soil erosion, legislation, new pests, the importance of education, and much more.

The role of religion in modern American politics with Professor Christopher Chapp 12/23/22

Joe Moravchik & Rich Larson — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 08:39:49 -0600

This week hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich larson discuss the intersection of politics and religion with Professor Christopher Chapp, the Director of the Institute for Freedom & Community at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota.

Climate Change and Rising Sea Levels with John Englander

Jon Olson and Bruce Morlan — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600

This week hosts Bruce Morlan and Jon Olson discuss the problem of rising sea levels with oceanographer and author John Englander

The 2023 United States Supreme Court with Professor Alan Rozenshtein of the University of Minnesota Law School 12/9/22

Steve Poskanzer — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600

Carleton College President Emeritus Stave Poskanzer, who will be an occasional contributor to Public Policy This Week, talks with University of Minnesota Associate Professor of Law Alan Rozenshtein about cases that will come before the United States Supreme Court in 2023, and the makeup of the court itself.

Mental Health and Law Enforcement 12/02/22

Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 15:56:46 -0600

This week hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson talk with Northfield, Minnesota Chief of Police Mark Elliott and Rice County, Minnesota Behavioral Health Supervisor Dante Hummel-Langerfeld about the Rice County's Community Based Coordinator program that embeds social workers and mental health professionals with local law enforcement agencies to assist with mental health calls.

Ranked Choice Voting with Tim Penny of the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, and Erin Zamoff of Fair Vote Minnesota 11/25/22

KYMN News — Fri, 25 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600

This week, hosts Bruce Morlan and Joe Moravchik talk with Erin Zamoff, the Director of Communications and Public Affairs for Fair Vote Minnesota, and former US Congressman Tim Penny, President of the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, about ranked choice voting, which some believe could a fairer, more comprehensive voting system for both Minnesota and the United States.

The importance of a Free Press with Tom Hauser of KSTP News 11/18/22

Joe Moravchik, Bruce Morlan — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600

This week hosts Joe Moravchik and Bruce Morlan have a conversation with Emmy Award winning journalist Tom Hauser of KSTP News about the importance of a free press in a democratic society. They also discuss the book Tom wrote about his time covering then Governor Jesse Ventura and his role in solving the case of slain St. Paul police officer Jim Sackett.

The aftermath of the 2022 midterm elections with Professor Kathryn Pearson of the University of Minnesota 11/11/22

Rich Larson Steve Sviggum — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600

This week hosts Rich Larson and Steve Sviggum talk with Kathryn Pearson, a renowned professor of Political Science at the University of Minnesota about the results and aftereffects of the 2022 midterm elections.

Nuclear Power with Don Harker and Dr. Josh Jarrell 11/4/22

KYMN News — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:15:00 -0500

This week hosts Bruce Morlan and Jon Olson talk with veteran nuclear power consultant Don Harker and Dr. Josh Jarrell of the US Department of Energy’s Advanced Nuclear Fuel Availability program. They discuss nuclear power, it’s merits, the dangers both real and perceived, and how it has evolved in the sixty years since the first nuclear power plant came online in the United States.

Cyber Security with North Dakota Chief Information Officer Shawn Riley 10/28/22

Joe Moravchik and Bruce Morlan — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 09:43:17 -0500

This week, hosts Bruce Morlan and Joe Moravchik speak with North Dakota's Chief Information Officer Shawn Riley about cyber security at both the national and state levels. Recorded at the 2022 Global Cyber Security Summit on October 26, 2022

The Public Policy This Week Fall Harvest Special 10/20/22

Steve Sviggum and Rich Larson — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500

This week, hosts Steve Sviggum and Rich Larson take the show to Estrem Farms outside of Nerstrand, Minnesota, to talk to members of the Estrem family about the state of farming, and the best ways to run a true family operation.

Working against polarization in American Politics with Bill Doherty of Braver Angels 10/14/22

KYMN News — Sat, 15 Oct 2022 21:57:39 -0500

This week’s hosts, Bruce Morlan and Joe Moravchik, talk with Bill Doherty of Braver Angels about the work his organization does to end the polarization that has developed in American political society.

Electric Vehicles with Dr. Kyle Shelton and Dr. Gabriel Chan 10/07/22

Rich Larson & Jon Olson — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 17:28:38 -0500

This week, hosts Jon Olson and Rich Larson talk with Dr. Kyle Shelton, director of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Transportation Studies, and Dr. Gabe Chan of the Hubert H. Humphrey School for Public Affairs about Electric Vehicles and how policies are being set to make room for the next generation of transportation.

Chief Todd Axtell (ret.) of the St. Paul Police Dept. 9/30/22

KYMN News — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 15:10:01 -0500

Retired St. Paul Police Chief Todd Axtell joins Jon Olson and Joe Moravchik, himself a former officer, to talk about the challenges and opportunities that face law enforcement organizations and personnel today. Todd is currently President and CEO of the Axtell Group, a consulting firm specializing in risk mitigation and management. You can find out more about the Axtell Group at their website, theaxtellgroup.com.

Forestry management with Jon Drimel and Gary Michael of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources 9/23/22

Jon Olson & Joe Moravchik — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 13:54:54 -0500

This week hosts Jon Olson and Joe Moravchik talk with Jon Drimel and Gary Michaels of the Minnesota DNR about managing the forests of Minnesota.The discussion ranges from invasive species, to the effects of climate change on Minnesota's forests, to the economic impact of forestry management.

A Conversation with the President of the University of Minnesota, Joan Gable 9/16/22

Steve Sviggum & Rich Larson — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 12:49:31 -0500

Hosts Steve Sviggum and Rich Larson talk with the President of the University of Minnesota, Joan Gabel, about operating a major land-grant university in 2022. The discussion ranges from student demographics to budgeting and tuition, to public safety, to the odds of the Golden Gopher football team going to the Rose Bowl this year.

Municipal governance with city administrators Tom Terry and Ben Martig 9/9/22

Rich Larson and Bruce Morlan — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:00:14 -0500

Hosts Rich Larson and Bruce Morlan talk with City Administrator of Elko New Market, MN Tom Terry and Ben Martig, City Administrator of Northfield, MN about running local governments and the challenges cities face in 2022.

The State of NCAA Division I Athletics with University of Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle 9/2/22

Joe Moravchik, Steve Sviggum — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:01:44 -0500

This week, hosts Joe Moravchik and Steve Sviggum talk with University of Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle. They discuss the recent changes in the NCAA from Name, Image and Likeness licensing to major conference expansion in Division I, and how that has affected Minnesota's athletics programs.

Forever Oceans CEO Bill Bien 8/26/22

Jon Olson & Joe Moravchik — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:37:55 -0500

Our guest is Bill Bien, CEO of Forever Oceans and we discuss offshore aquaculture as a means to produce sustainable, healthy seafood. This show’s co-hosts are Joe Moravchik and Jon Olson.

Lessons from the Finnish Education System with Dr. Pasi Sahlberg 8/19/22

Jon Olson and Rich larson — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 12:46:11 -0500

This week hosts Jon Olson and Rich larson talk with Dr. Pasi Sahlberg, the former Director General of Finland's Ministry of Education and Culture, about the Finnish education system and what lessons the American education system could learn from the wholesale changes Finland made fifty years ago.

Funding K-12 Public Education in Minnesota with Northfield Superintendent of Schools with Dr. Matt Hillmann 8/12/22

Rich Larson and Joe Moravchik — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 14:41:34 -0500

This week, hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson discuss the complexities of K-12 public education funding in Minnesota with the Superintendent of Northfield Public Schools, Dr. Matt Hillmann, including how funding at the state level is determined, the Special Education Cross Subsidy, labor needs, and much more.

Mining in Northern Minnesota with Governor Arne Carlson and Chris Knopf 8/5/22

Jon Olson and Bruce Morlan — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:05:03 -0500

This week's hosts Jon Olson and Bruce Morlan discuss mining in Northern Minnesota and the Lake Superior watershed with former Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson and the Executive Director of Friends of the Boundary Waters Chris Knopff.

Township Governance with Glen Castore 7/29/22

Public Policy This Week — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 15:13:22 -0500

This week, hosts Rich Larson and Bruce Morlan talk with Glen Castore, a veteran member of the Bridgewater Township (Minnesota) Board of Supervisors, to discuss the responsibilities and challenges of township governance.

New Name, Image and Likeness Rules in the NCAA 7/22/22

Public Policy This Week — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:13:10 -0500

This week’s hosts, Rich Larson and Joe Moravchik, are joined by attorney Eric Brever and UW Whitewater Basketball Coach Pat Miller to talk about the changes after a pair of Supreme Court rulings, that now allow amateur athletes to license their name, image and/or likeness for profit.

Gun Violence and Mass Shootings with Dr. James Densley 7/15/22

Public Policy This Week — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 21:11:00 -0500

On the debut edition of Public Policy This Week, hosts Jon Olson and Joe Moravchik discuss the issue of mass shootings with Dr. James Densley, a founder of the Violence Project organization and co-author of the book The Violence Project: How to Stop a Mass Shooting Epidemic.