Posts tagged Becky Scherr

BDBB – A “best of” break down with Pat Kessler and Kyler Potter

on by Michael Brodkorb Share

Due to the July 4th holiday, this week’s episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will feature a previously aired discussion Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb had with one of the most respected Minnesota journalists, Pat Kessler.

This week’s “Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky” will feature Becky Scherr, special guest co-host Jeff Kolb, and Kyle Potter, Editor In Chief at Thrifty Traveler. The food fight is over Taco Bell’s menu items – past and present.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return next week with Michael Brodkorb and a new episode.

Read More

BDBB – The realities of public safety in Minnesota

on by Michael Brodkorb Share

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Becky Scherr and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following:

  • 03:14 – An interview with Colleen Kelly about the tragic realities of vehicular crimes in Minnesota.
  • 31:00 – The horrific crash caused by Derrick Thompson.
  • 49:10 – “Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky” – Dairy Queen treats.
  • 53:54 – Tweets of The Week.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

Read More

BDBB – An interview with Kyle Potter

on by Michael Brodkorb Share

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Becky Scherr and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following:

  • 03:22 – Minnesota is back on the national political stage.
  • 21:40 – The trouble with local party organizations.
  • 30:14 – An interview with Kyle Potter, Editor In Chief at Thrifty Traveler.
  • 56:01 – “Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky” – Taco Bell menu items.
  • 1:04:00 – Tweets of The Week.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

Read More

BDBB – An interview with Hanna and Strawser

on by Michael Brodkorb Share

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Becky Scherr and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following:

  • 01:30 – An interview with Kurtis Hanna, drug policy reform lobbyist.
  • 21:40 – An interview with Bryan Strawser, Principal & CEO, Bryghtpath.
  • 55:18 – “Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky” – BBQ side dishes.
  • 1:03:05 – Tweets of The Week.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

Read More

BDBB – An interview with Jan Unstad

on by Michael Brodkorb Share

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Becky Scherr and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following:

  • 02:51 – An interview with Minnesota politico Jan Unstad.
  • 48:59 – “Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky” – Favorite summer beverages.
  • 58:59 – Recap of the interview with Unstad.
  • 01:02:43 – Tweets of The Week.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

Read More

BDBB – An interview with Fmr. Rep. Franke

on by Michael Brodkorb Share

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following:

  • 1:55 – Why Jeff Kolb will be a guest host for the next few weeks.
  • 09:05 – Governor Tim Walz’s veto of the Uber/Lyft bill.
  • 27:09 – An interview with former Rep. Keith Franke, executive director of Protect Our Charities, on the damage done this legislative session to charities that rely on critical financial support provided by e-pull tabs.
  • 48:36 – A recap of our interview with Franke.
  • 54:07 – “Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky” featuring Jeff Kolb – top frozen pizzas.
  • 01:07:38 – Tweets of The Week.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

Read More

BDBB – An interview with Rep. Neu Brindley

on by Michael Brodkorb Share

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

  • 03:22 – An interview with Rep. Anne Neu Brindley, which covers the following topics:
  • 04:21 – End of session maneuvering by Democrats at the Minnesota Legislature.
  • 15:29 – The winners and losers of the legislative session.
  • 30:39 – The spending spree and tax hikes passed during the legislative session.
  • 41:28 – Where do Republicans go from here?
  • 52:30  “Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky” and with Rep. Anne Neu Brindley – Top breakfast foods.
  • 1:11:13 – Tweets of The Week

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

Read More

BDBB – An interview with Pat Kessler

on by Michael Brodkorb Share

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

  • 00:52 – An interview with journalist Pat Kessler
  • 46:47 – A recap of our interview with Pat Kessler
  • 56:31 – Nearing the end of the legislative session.
  • 1:08:13 – “Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky” – Top sodas
  • 1:17:45 – Tweets of The Week

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

Read More