The Matt McNeil Show

On today’s show:

— What actually happened with Trump’s meeting with Xi?

— We’re actually in a recession that’s not being reported.

— Greg Bakun previews the Halloween GhostBox Radio broadcast tomorrow from 7-11 PM!

— Matt was joined by Varajita Singh of the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. They talked about the museum’s new special exhibit, “Royal Bronzes: Cambodian Art of the Divine.”

— Why Minnesota is a great place for employment, despite what right wingers say.

— Problems when AI data centers force Minnesota cities into secrecy when being built.

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Matt was joined by Varajita Singh, the Chief Diversity Officer at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. They talked about the museum’s new special exhibit, “Royal Bronzes: Cambodian Art of the Divine.” They discuss the massive international collaboration required to bring over 200 bronze masterpieces, many from the 11th century, from Cambodia and Paris to the United States for the first time. A highlight of the exhibit is a monumental 7-foot-long reclining Vishnu, a restored Cambodian national treasure that will return to its home country permanently after this rare showing. Learn more and get tickets at: https://new.artsmia.org/exhibi...

Greg Bakun previews the Halloween GhostBox Radio broadcast tomorrow from 7-11 PM! He is going live from the haunted Pillsbury Club in Minneapolis, home of the Minneapolis Trolley Tours! Greg will be joined by Adam, Refined Divine, Char Savoie, and other guests for a real paranormal investigation inside the Pillsbury Club—filled with spirits, stories, and maybe… a few surprises!

Halloween candy prices soar; numerous mass layoffs in corporate America; charges in Illinois anti-ICE protests; Jeff Stein makes his Wednesday visit; man charged in St. Paul vandalism targeting LGBT and anti-Trump sentiments; right-wingers cannibalizing each other; comedian Patrick Strait discusses his new book and the history of standup in Minneapolis; more economy news.

Patrick Strait has been writing about comedy for more than 15 years in Minnesota, and has been featured in City Pages, The Growler, Thrillist, Bring Me the News and others. His first book, “Funny Thing About Minnesota…” is available now through the Minnesota Historical Society Press. He himself is not very funny.

Jeff Stein of KXEL/Waterloo joins Matt every Wednesday at 3:30 to cover national news.

Hurricane Melissa slams into Jamaica; Target layoffs; the ulterior motives of the wealthy; worst sports years; Patrick Coolican joins Brett; Minneapolis may not be liable for police misconduct; drunk driving tragedy invilving young teens.

Brett has our weekly visit with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Today they talked about what Minnesota is doing to help those who will be cut off from SNAP benefits, Minneapolis potentially not being on the hook for police sued for wrongful conduct during the 2020 protests, Allina doctors going on strike and previewing mayoral races in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Find more about what they talked about at:

https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/walz-directs-4-million-to-food-shelves-as-snap-cutoff-approaches/

https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/28/court-minneapolis-not-on-the-hook-to-defend-some-cops-sued-for-conduct-during-floyd-protests/

https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/allina-doctors-physician-assistants-and-nurse-practitioners-plan-one-day-strike-for-nov-5/

There are no bounds for how low the right will fall; Republicans’ rabid excitement to cut SNAP benefits; Trump visits Walter Reed; booze lets people off the hook for some reason; drinking and driving; man assaults date with his car; anarchist tries to have Pam Bondi killed; Gov. Walz infuses food shelves with money in shadow of government shutdown; rural township being sued.

On today’s show:

News media dismisses anti-Trump protests; dramatic price increases; Canada hurts Trump’s feelings; Dr. Joe Eastman discusses the latest disease models; Como Zoo fun; the Vikings disaster last night; former Mpls Chamber of Commerce head charged with fraud; Target’s layoffs;

Dr. Joe Eastman is an expert disease modeler who frequently provides updates on COVID, influenza, and more on the Matt McNeil Show.

Brian Ronholm of Consumer Reports is in studio to speak with Matt; Democrats missing opportunities again; multiple arrests of NBA personnel in gambling investigation; Metro Transit and MnDOT contract to replace Northstar Line; Glen Taylor tried to tank sale of Wolves; Republicans and fraud; Minneapolis mayor’s race; Michael Brodkorb talks tonight’s Vikings game; shooting victim discharged from hospital.

Michael Brodkorb is a noted author, FOP political figure, and Matt’s official football correspondent.

Brian Ronholm is the Director of Food Policy for Consumer Reports. He leads CR’s advocacy efforts to advance a safe and healthy food system.

On today’s show:

— Matt talks fall weather.

— The “No Kings Rally” was the biggest political protest in U.S. history, but the national media is barely covering it.

— Matt argues that media bias is creating a dangerous political environment where Democrats are villainized.

— The consequences of unchecked political extremism are severe, as Matt and Jeff Stein discuss the absurdity of people believing a Democratic Socialist is worse than a Nazi.

— Trump’s reckless behavior is highlighted, including his plans to add a ballroom to the White House and the lack of media...

National and presidential expert Jeff Stein joins Matt for his regular Wednesday conversation to break down the latest in national politics. They dive into the ongoing government shutdown, the lack of negotiation from the Republican side, and the growing evidence of a Nazi problem within some GOP circles and its staff. Jeff and Matt also touch on why this political climate is driving people away from politics and how the current Supreme Court is actively rolling back established law.

Matt breaks 20K on Bluesky; Trump fighter jet video; continued coverage of the No Kings rallies; right-wing threats and violence at No Kings; man threatens to kill Jeffries; another man threatens Atlanta airport; Patrick Coolican joins the show; accountability; firebombing of Minneapolis ice cream shop; update on school shooting survivor.

It’s our weekly Tuesday afternoon conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. This week we cover Keith Ellison seeking a third term as MN AG, Tom Emmer saying No Kings Protestors don’t love America, and possible school closures in Minneapolis. Find more at:

https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/15/tom-emmer-talks-tough-reveals-weakness/

https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/21/minnesota-ag-keith-ellison-to-seek-third-term/

https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/20/minneapolis-school-board-signals-potential-school-closures/

Cliff Schecter returns to the show; Patrick and Matt talk about Paul McCartney’s concert; No Kings; ceasefire falters in the Middle East; Trump says US may buy Argentinian beef; state Republicans struggling to find a candidate for US Senate; violent crime stats a mixed bag; daycare issues.

Cliff Schecter/David Shuster didn’t just discover the GOP’s bad, find our voices & switch sides. We’ve been at it for 25 yrs. Cliff wrote the ads that helped Biden beat Trump in ’20. David exposed GOP corruption as an Emmy-winning anchor at MSNBC & CNN.

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Paul McCartney plays Minneapolis tonight; Matt implores you to make sure primaries matter; US sending another round of aid to Argentina; survivors left after US strikes another boat; who paid for Ric Rick Kupchella doc; Michael Brodkorb previews this weekend’s Vikings game.

Michael Brodkorb is a noted author, FOP political figure, and Matt’s official football correspondent.

Woman fired for threatening to call ICE on a Hpsanic baseball fan; Paul Metsa stops in studio to debut his new song, No Kings No Crown with Alan Sparhawk; local clinic owner charged for improper practice; the campaign against public health by the right; Reed Sigmund of Children’s Theatre returns to the show; SNAP benefits will expire.

Reed Sigmund is an actor and director with Children’s Theatre Company.

Celebrate a Minnesota music legend! Paul Metsa, acclaimed musician, songwriter, and author, is marking his 70th birthday with a special benefit show for AM950. It takes place Sunday, November 2 at 7 PM at the Aster House in Minneapolis. The evening also serves as a CD release party for his latest record, Songs of Resistance and Respect, a 12-track compilation of politically charged songs spanning 1984–2025. Joining Paul on stage will be the Cats Under The Stars Trio and his new Duluth-based backup singers, The Tilt Town Titanettes. With over 5,000 professional performances and eight Minnesota Music Awards under his belt, Paul continues to...

On today’s show:

— Matt’s reminder to make sure you get your colonoscopy.

— A conversation about Trump’s ICE goons.

— In Trump’s economy, GuFundMe pages have been setup for grocery bills.

— How young Republican staffers got fired over racist and homophobic text messages.

— Republican states target Minnesota over the MSHSL’s transgender athletes policy.

— Matt’s joined by Minnesota musician Katy Tessman.

— An update on the man who falsely enrolled as a student at White Bear Lake High School.

Matt’s joined by Minnesota musician Katy Tessman. They talk about her upcoming show tomorrow Icehouse in Minneapolis and how she and the Heartland Souvenirs honor the legendary Dolly Parton. Learn more at: https://icehouse.turntabletickets.com/shows/4329/?date=2024-10-18

Matt has our weekly visit with national political expert Jeff Stein. They talk about the struggling AG economy, more warning economic signs, No Kings Protests and more.

ChatGPT erotica; Middle East ceasefire teeters; the dire economic situation shows no signs of slowing down; put the Bobel Peace Prize back in the box; Patrick Coolican has his Tuesday interview; documentary.

Brett has our weekly conversation with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Today they sized up both the Minneapolis and St. Paul races for Mayor, talked about new measles cases in Minnesota and COVID vaccines. Read more about what they talked about at:

https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/congresswoman-ilhan-omar-endorses-sen-omar-fateh-for-minneapolis-mayor/

https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/minnesota-adds-two-cases-to-measles-surge-amid-decline-in-routine-vaccinations/

https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/walz-gets-vaccinated-cdc-recommends-covid-19-vaccine/

Mass shooting in South Carolina; Alaska typhoon; Israel-Hamas hostages and prisoners released and Egypt summit; ICE torture chambers; China continues to run circles around the Trump administration; Indigenous Peoples’ Day; No Kings rallies this weekend; Matt sees The Doll House; Star Tribune rips new documentary.

On today’s show:

— Trump’s customs restrictions has caused a mess with our shipping system.

— MAGA is up in arms over Bad Bunny playing this year’s Super Bowl halftime show.

— Trump is denied his coveted Nobel Peace Prize.

— Yet another trade war with China thanks to Trump.

— We’re joined by Kyrstin Schuette of the School Board Integrity Project

— More on the tragic death of Kingsley Fifi Bimpong after Dakota County law enforcement allegedly ignored his serious stroke symptoms.

— How right wingers are obsessed with transgen

Matt was joined by Kyrstin Schuette of the School Board Integrity Project as they talk about the importance of upcoming school board elections. Plus they have their Freedom to Read Book Fair on Sunday at Queermunity in Minneapolis. Learn more at: https://www.schoolboardintegrityproject.org/

On today’s show:

— A Disneyland goer dies after riding the Haunted Mansion.

— What exactly is the job of the military in Chicago?

— Yet more grifting by RFK.

— Holiday shopping will cost more this year thanks to Trump’s tariffs.

— Tim Walz goes on tour pushing for more common sense gun safety measures.

— More news on the 22 year old who fraudulently enrolled at White Bear Lake High School.

— A man died after Eagan police and Dakota County jail staff mistook a stroke for intoxication.

Matt was joined by Taya Ming, who is starring as ‘The Enormous Crocodile’ in the U.S. Premiere of The Roald Dahl Story Company’s production ‘The Enormous Crocodile The Musical’ which is playing now at Children’s Theatre in Minneapolis. Tickets and more info at: https://childrenstheatre.org/whats-on/the-enormous-crocodile/

On today’s show:

— How Trump’s actions using the military are all part of his big grift.

— How the case against James Comey is a complete sham.

— Jeff Stein’s weekly Wednesday visit.

— Minnesota has an award winning bathroom.

— Will Trump bring federal troops to the Twin Cities?

— Massive problems in the Robbinsdale school district.

It’s Matt’s weekly Wednesday visit with Matt McNeil! Today they talk about ICE’s brutal crackdown in Chicago and Portland, are ICE agents “just following orders,” Trump’s distractions from Epstein and more.

On today’s show:

— Matt is happy as Rush announces a new tour!

— Pam Bondi’s Senate hearing doesn’t go well.

— The SCOTUS looks ready to overturn state bans on conversion therapy.

— Minneapolis is a safe city, despite claims from right wingers.

— A St. Paul bar bouncer has been charged after punching a customer who later died.

— Brett has our weekly Minnesota Reformer interview with Patrick Coolican.

— A new segment called “how Hitler did it.”

It’s our weekly Tuesday interview with Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Here’s what they covered today:

https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/06/blackrocks-minnesota-power-takeover-splits-dfl-coalition-as-corporate-giant-seeks-bigger-targets/

https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/06/rep-zack-stephenson-on-gun-violence-democratic-priorities-and-leading-after-hortman/

https://minnesotareformer.com/briefs/dfl-rep-kaela-berg-announces-campaign-for-2nd-congressional-district/

https://minnesotareformer.com/2025/10/02/repub/how-the-federal-shutdown-is-playing-out-across-the-government/

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