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  • Connections Radio – August 21, 2026

    Connections Radio – August 21, 2026
    Aug 22 2026
    Laurie Fitz catches up with Chris Candido and Suzanne Blum Grundyson to celebrate a decade of Stonewall Sports in the Twin Cities. The guests reflect on the history of the LGBTQIA+ organization, tracing its massive growth from a small kickball league into a welcoming local community of over 3,500 active players. Chris and Suzanne also…
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    50 Min.
  • Connections Radio – July 25, 2026

    Connections Radio – July 25, 2026
    Jul 27 2026
    Laurie Fitz is joined by Catherine Bushman, Pedra Lander, Madison Rubenstein, and Nell Pierce to explore the beautiful intersection of community building and creativity at the upcoming 35th Annual Powderhorn Art Fair August 1 and 2. You’ll hear deeply personal stories about using art to navigate chronic illness, alongside a candid discussion on how generative…
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    50 Min.
  • Connections Radio – August 1, 2026

    Connections Radio – August 1, 2026
    Aug 3 2026
    Laurie Fitz sits down with local filmmaker David Howell to discuss his upcoming documentary on the history of Tonka Toys. You will discover the deep Minnesota roots of these indestructible steel trucks, the blue-collar ingenuity of their original designers, and the passionate collectors keeping the brand’s legacy alive today. David also shares behind-the-scenes details of…
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    50 Min.
  • Connections Radio – August 15, 2026

    Connections Radio – August 15, 2026
    Aug 15 2026
    Long before the national headlines of the 1960s, a transformative battle for civil rights was unfolding right in the streets of Minneapolis. Host Laurie Fitz sits down with author Samuel Freedman, former Minnesota Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman, and Buck Humphrey to uncover the gritty early career and lasting legacy of Hubert Humphrey. You will hear…
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    50 Min.
  • Connections Radio Show – Live at Pride

    Connections Radio Show – Live at Pride
    Jun 27 2026
    53 Min.
  • Connections Radio – June 19, 2026

    Connections Radio – June 19, 2026
    Jun 22 2026
    Join host Laurie Fitz for a warm, welcoming conversation about building community through the shared love of geography, art, and fantastic beverages. Erikka and Sean Curran share the inspiring journey behind Violet Wine and Spirits, their inviting neighborhood shop in Northeast Minneapolis that feels more like a lively gathering space than a traditional retail store.…
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    42 Min.
  • Remembering Melissa Hortman: Friends Share Their Favorite Memories

    Remembering Melissa Hortman: Friends Share Their Favorite Memories
    Jun 15 2026
    Join host Laurie Fitz for a deeply moving tribute honoring the life, enduring light, and legacy of former Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman. Through heartfelt stories shared by her closest colleagues and friends, we celebrate the profound kindness and pragmatic leadership she brought to the state. Guests include US Representative Kelly Morrison, Minnesota State…
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    1 Std. und 12 Min.
  • Connections Radio 6.6.2026

    Connections Radio 6.6.2026
    Jun 8 2026
    Janelle Erickson Senior Marketing & Recruitment Specialist representing the Master’s in Strategic Communication Program at the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota joins Laurie Fitz to discuss opportunities to go back to school and what the University of Minnesota can offer. Discussion included how advanced degrees serve as: * Catalysts for career transformation *…
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    49 Min.