Jearlyn Steele

This past week, the MN House passed the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act, which would prohibit discrimination based on how people grow and wear their hair.  State Senator Bobby Joe Champion joins the show to explain the reasoning for this legislation and how he hopes to get the CROWN Act passed in the Senate.

How important is music in your everyday life?  Jearlyn chats with producer Jonathan Lowe about the impact of music and lyrics as we live day-to-day.

The nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court could turn into a watershed moment in this country's history.  Retired judge Pamela Alexander discusses why the potential for this confirmation is so important.

During this week's Center Stage program, Jearlyn sits down with: "Waitress" actress Gabriella Marzetta Singer/Songwriter Mary Bue Momentary Lapse of Floyd band member Mark Joseph  

Jearlyn takes a few moments to tell us why there should be more conversation about the impending Teachers' strike in Minneapolis and Saint Paul.  Then, State Senator Bobby Joe Champion gives us a bit of background behind the push to pass the Crown Act in the state legislature.

Why do we even have Daylight Savings Time anymore?  Allina Health pulmonologist Dr. Andrew Stiehm explains the medical reasons why this practice should end.  The nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court could turn into a watershed moment in this country's history.  Retired judge Pamela Alexander discusses why the potential for this confirmation is so important.

Turning Point has been a staple for helping African-Americans in the local community for more than 45 years.  Founder Dr. Peter Hayden was just recognized for the work his organization has done toward that help.  He joins the program to discuss this national honor.

Since the beginning of the year, a slew of bomb threats have been sent to a large number of Historically Black College and Universities, places of worship, and other faith-based instutions.  Washington Post education reporter Lauren Lumpkin has been following the developments over the last couple of months, and she provides an update on how the FBI is handling their ongoing investigation.

As we close out American Heart Month, we focus more specifically on heart disease in women.  Dr. Retu Saxena of Allina Health explains why this is such a pertinent issue.  Then, Washington Post education reporter Lauren Lumpkin provides the latest on a series of bomb threats being made against Historically Black Colleges and Universities, among other faith-based institutions.

This coming Saturday, HBCU choral powerhouse group The Aeolians will be on the stage with one of our most beloved local choruses.  VocalEssence associate artistic director Dr. Phillip Shoultz joins the program to preview the upcoming performance.  In this week's "So What Do You Do" segment, Turning Point founder Dr. Peter Hayden tells us about the national honor he just received.

On this week's edition of Center Stage, Jeralyn speaks with: Author/playwright Cheryl L. West Roe Family Singers members Quillan & Kim Roe "Once Upon A Winter Night" performers/puppeteers Kallie Melvin & Lizz Windnagel

Michael's new cell phone turns the first half of the "Mom & Michael Hour" into a discussion on keeping an analog toe in the digital ocean.  Plus, what made Michael tear up with pride during a recent trip to Disneyland?

After four-plus decades leading the Mixed Blood Theatre, founder and artistic director Jack Rueler will retire this week.  He joins the program to talk with Jearlyn about his career and why now is the time he chose to step aside.

In the newest "So What Do You Do" segment, we dive into the subject of continuing education.  Metro State University president Ginny Arthur and recent Masters graduate Mariah Wilberg discuss the value of growing your knowledge template at any age.

When it comes to the true definition of beauty, there is a continual struggle among young women to feel comfort in their own bodies.  Tufts University student Athena Nair is trying to shift the narrative.  The board member of The Body Positive explains her battle against eating disorders and her journey to finding self-love.

During this week's edition of the "Mom & Michael Hour", our hosts look into conditions returning to more of a pre-pandemic vibe.  Also, more businesses are easing their mask mandates.  Is that a good thing?

Jearlyn welcomes the following folks on for this week's Center Stage: Artist/Songwriter Steve Noonan Retiring Mixed Blood Theater artistic director Jack Rueler Musician Matt Wilson (of Matt Wilson & His Orchestra) Musician Aaron Cabbage (of Surge and The Swell)

When it comes to the true definition of beauty, there is a continual struggle among young women to feel comfort in their own bodies.  Tufts University student Athena Nair is trying to shift the narrative.  The board member of The Body Positive explains her battle against eating disorders and her journey to finding self-love.  In the newest "So What Do You Do" segment, we dive into the subject of continuing education.  Metro State University president Ginny Arthur and recent Masters graduate Mariah Wilberg discuss the value of growing your knowledge template at any age.

In the wake of the sentencing for former Brooklyn Center police office Kim Potter, Jearlyn invites attorney Jack Rice back on the program to discuss how some may be viewing the punishment.  Then, our host opens up the phone lines to get your thoughts.

In the latest "So What Do You Do?" segment, Christian singer Sara Groves explains how Art House North combines faith with the ability to provide a space for artistic creativity.