Holding Court Podcast

Ron is joined in studio by Rob Leer of Leer Communication & Consultants and on the phone by KARE 11's Jana Shortal, who broke the Norwood Teague story in the wake of his sudden and abrupt resignation as Athletic Direct at the University of Minnesota following sexual harassment claims. They break down the legal details and take a critical look at the actions of the Star Tribune after learning that their Gopher sports beat writer, Amelia Rayno, was one of the victims of sexual harassment.

Joe Friedberg and Todd Rapp join Ron and Lucy to preview the upcoming GOP debate, discuss the legal details behind Pierre Collins' plea deal after admitting to the murder of his son Barway, and to take a look at the charges against MOA Black Lives Matter protestors. 

Ron and Lucy attempt to get to the bottom of the outpouring of death threats and protests that have taken over social media and news outlets after it was learned that Minnesota dentist Walter Palmer killed a lion from Zimbabwe named Cecil. Plus, Kevin Seifert of ESPN NFL Nation joins Ron and Lucy to discuss the latest developments in the "Deflate Gate" scandal.

Joined in studio by two strong local Donald Trump supporters, Ron and Lucy break down the "Trump Phenomena." Plus, Joe and Ron talk Sandra Bland's arrest.

David Rucki's attorney joins Ron and Lucy to discuss why there has been no Amber Alert or Grand Jury investigation done to find Rucki's missing children, Samantha and Gianna, who have now been missing for two years. Plus, Iranian-American Dr. Reza Mazhari talks about how everyday people in Iran view the recent nuclear deal. 

In this special "Best Of" episode, we look back on a conversation with Michael Brodkorb about a bizarre story involving two missing Lakeville girls, Samantha and Gianna Rucki, who ran away from their home during a custody dispute between their parents. The Lakeville Public Safety Foundation recently offered a $2500 reward for information leading to the location and safe return of the sisters. We also revisit our conversation with Aaron Benner, a St. Paul school teacher that is trying to raise awareness to the discrimination of black children and "white priviledge training" taking place in St. Paul schools.

Ron and Lucy talk the origin of Fourth of July fireworks, new DUI laws with Ed Cohen of Smart Start MN, and SCOTUS ruling same sex marriage legal in all fifty states. Plus, we announce the winner of our $500 R.F. Moeller giveaway! 

Contest Closing June 2nd: Remember to enter our drawing for a $500 gift card by writing an iTunes review for the show! Ron and Lucy are joined in studio by Aaron Benner, a St. Paul school teacher who has some complaints and criticisms over the district's handling of student behavior. He argues that the district's push to reduce suspensions fails to hold black kids accountable for their behavior. He's been featured on The O'Rielly Factor, City Pages, Star Tribune, and more.

Tom Barnard, Ron, and Lucy get very passionate (and shouty) about racism, media critics, sex offenders, drugs, people they hate, and insulting our other guest, media critic Brian Lambert. They also discuss the Charleston church shooting, unconstitutional sex offender programs, Rachel Dolezal, and more.

Todd Rapp comes in studio and joins Ron and Lucy as they speak with the owner of the Smitten Kitten, Jennifer Pritchett, to share her side of the story following news that a class of middle and high schoolers made an unauthorized school field trip to her shop. Plus, Jeff Maday joins via phone to discuss attempting to get American Pharoah to race at Canterbury Park. You can still enter for a chance to win a $500 gift card at R.F. Moeller Jeweler! Simply review the podcast on iTunes and share one of our Facebook posts. Find us on Facebook by searching "Holding Court Podcast."

In the wake of a Minneapolis private school taking middle school and high school students on a field trip to an Uptown sex shop, Smitten Kitten, Ron is joined by Dan Rasmussen and Tom Barnard to discuss the outrage of the student's parents, the legality of the issue, and whether or not the children will experience any permanent emotional damage from anything they saw in the shop. Plus, they discuss the FBI conducting spy flights over cities, the upcoming Belmont Stakes, and more. 

Tom Barnard joins Ron and Lucy to talk about the legal side of Josh Duggar's sexual abuse charges and the possible charges to be made in a recent Pedal Pub squirt gun attack that occured in downtown Minneapolis. Plus, Tom talks about some weird stuff.

Tom Barnard joins Ron and Lucy to share cop stories and personal experiences from growing up in Minneapolis. Plus, they discuss The Great Chicken Debate of New Brighton and the end of the David Letterman era.

Tom Barnard, criminal defense attorney Joe Friedberg, and New York Times sports reporter Pat Borzi join Ron Rosenbaum as he covers topics ranging from the legal side of the Tom Brady #Deflategate saga, the ethics of assisted suicide, and everything inbetween. Plus, Tom, Joe, and Ron talk about legal cases they've worked on and the KQ Morning Show.

Star Tribune contributer and politics.mn blogger Michael Brodkorb and longtime media critic Brian Lambert join Ron and Lucy in studio to discuss a bizarre story surrounding Michelle MacDonald and two missing Lakeville girls.

Tom Barnard joins Ron to look back on the early days of KQRS. Plus, Ron is joined by Tom Oszman and they discuss the media coverage of the Baltimore riots, the difference between Adrian Peterson and the mother being hailed as a hero for slapping her son for participating in the riots, and the Kentucky Derby. 

The Star Tribune's Paul McEnroe and Mike Bryant from Bradshaw & Bryant join Ron and Lucy to discuss Somali-Americans from Minnesota attempting to leave the United States to fight alongside Islamic extremist groups in Somalia and Syria, such as Al-Shabaab and ISIL.

Was Barway Collins murdered by his own dad? Andy Skoogman, the executive director of the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association, brings to light an insider's perspective of the Barway Collins homicide, including what the police force knew, when they knew it, and what factors were essential in charging Pierre Collins for the murder of his own son.   "Mr. Underworld" and Lucy also discuss lethal force by cops, the right to use deadly force in your own home, Ron and Dan Barreiro's upcoming weekly show on Fox 9, "Enough Said," which airs Fridays at 9:30pm.

In this post-Ferguson, post-South Carolina era, Ron and Lucy wonder whether being a cop today a no-win propositon. Maplewood Police Chief Paul Schnell and lawyer Bob Bennett join Ron and Lucy.

Tommy Mischke joins Ron in studio to discuss the hypocrisy behind Indiana's Religious Freedom Restoration Act, the cult-like acts of the Church of Scientology, and they reminisce on Twin Cities radio greats. Later, Tom Barnard joins the pair and the three go on to discuss their personal experiences and vulnerabilities as well known media figures and how it relates to celebrities that get involved with the Church of Scientology.