The latest news and politics from Minnesota and around the nation with Roshini Rajkumar.894Wed, 22 May 2013 17:24:02 GMThttp://wcco.comnonoNews, Minnesota, Politics, WCCONews and ViewsCBS Radioen-ushttp://cbsminnesota.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/roshini-rajkumar_72921.jpghttp://wcco.comlpeterson@wccoradio.cbs.com (WCCO)Mon, 20 May 2013 02:50:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56305811Think a marathon is a lot of running? Try Ultra Running on for size. The Twin Cities hosts such a race each year, and The FANS 12 & 24-hour runs will take place June 1st & 2nd. Ultra runner George Prine will take part in it and explains why. Then, the IRS scandal continues to blossom. We hear the latest on this from Yahoo! News reporter Liz Goodwin. Afterwards, Roshini looks at Angelina Jolie's recently announcement about having a double mastectomy. Cancer exercise trainer Cathy Skinner joins the show to discuss it.WCCOThink a marathon is a lot of running? Try Ultra Running on for size. The Twin Cities hosts such a race each year, and The FANS 12 & 24-hour runs will take place June 1st & 2nd. Ultra runner George Prine will take part in it and explains why. Then, the IRS scandal continues to blossom. We hear the latest on this from Yahoo! News reporter Liz Goodwin. Afterwards, Roshini looks at Angelina Jolie's recently announcement about having a double mastectomy. Cancer exercise trainer Cathy Skinner joins the show to discuss it.2111no Mon, 20 May 2013 02:36:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56305809It's the two-year anniversary of the tornado that hit North Minneapolis. What have we learned from this incident? ECHO executive director Lillian McDonald and EM director Barret Lane tell us. Later, we receive information on protecting ourselves from identity theft. AssetHR founder Chris Kelly leads a discussion on this important topic.WCCOIt's the two-year anniversary of the tornado that hit North Minneapolis. What have we learned from this incident? ECHO executive director Lillian McDonald and EM director Barret Lane tell us. Later, we receive information on protecting ourselves from identity theft. AssetHR founder Chris Kelly leads a discussion on this important topic.1871no Mon, 20 May 2013 02:12:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56305807It was a busy week at the State Capitol, and Roshini recaps those event with CCO reporter Colin Smith. The conversation of the Legislature news continues when AP reporter Brian Baskt joins the show. Later, what goes into being a Judge? The Honorable Peter Cahill tells us how we might become one down the road.WCCOIt was a busy week at the State Capitol, and Roshini recaps those event with CCO reporter Colin Smith. The conversation of the Legislature news continues when AP reporter Brian Baskt joins the show. Later, what goes into being a Judge? The Honorable Peter Cahill tells us how we might become one down the road.1946no Mon, 13 May 2013 00:46:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56275081Taking care of traumatized children will be the focus of an upcoming conference at the Marriott Minneapolis West (May 17th-18th). Roshini is joined by adoptive mother Jeanne Swivel, who explains this issue, and Dr. Gregory Keck, who will speak at the conference. After that, fitness coach Lois Tiedemann Koffi describes how a new mother can work on their post-baby body. Then, Harvard business professor and author Rob Kaplan tells us how we can reach our unique potential.WCCOTaking care of traumatized children will be the focus of an upcoming conference at the Marriott Minneapolis West (May 17th-18th). Roshini is joined by adoptive mother Jeanne Swivel, who explains this issue, and Dr. Gregory Keck, who will speak at the conference. After that, fitness coach Lois Tiedemann Koffi describes how a new mother can work on their post-baby body. Then, Harvard business professor and author Rob Kaplan tells us how we can reach our unique potential.2129no Mon, 13 May 2013 00:38:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56275079It's an hour dedicated to the area's youth as Roshini and Dale Kurschner (Editor-ic-Chief, Twin Cities Business Magazine) host an Education roundtable. Amy Hertel (Minneapolis Foundation) focuses on K-12, while Sue Luse (College Expert Consultants) discusses how to get high schoolers ready for post-secondary education.WCCOIt's an hour dedicated to the area's youth as Roshini and Dale Kurschner (Editor-ic-Chief, Twin Cities Business Magazine) host an Education roundtable. Amy Hertel (Minneapolis Foundation) focuses on K-12, while Sue Luse (College Expert Consultants) discusses how to get high schoolers ready for post-secondary education.2251no Mon, 13 May 2013 00:28:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56275077Will the Congress be able to pass a budget for the fiscal year? Senator Al Franken is in studio to discuss that, and more, with Roshini. Then, what's St. Paul's future? Cecile Bedor, the city's Planning & Economic Development Director, answers this complex question.WCCOWill the Congress be able to pass a budget for the fiscal year? Senator Al Franken is in studio to discuss that, and more, with Roshini. Then, what's St. Paul's future? Cecile Bedor, the city's Planning & Economic Development Director, answers this complex question.2019no Mon, 06 May 2013 08:04:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56248307There's not much doubt that the gender equality gap in the business world is closing. But how much? Dr. Verna Price joins Roshini to discuss the topic. Then, soccer season is back, and the Minnesota United FC is already on the pitch. Club president Nick Rogers describes the new direction of the team. And even if you aren't a soccer star, the warmer weather may provide a spark for you to get in shape. Fitness expert Joleen Kielkucki informs us on the best things to do and eat.WCCOThere's not much doubt that the gender equality gap in the business world is closing. But how much? Dr. Verna Price joins Roshini to discuss the topic. Then, soccer season is back, and the Minnesota United FC is already on the pitch. Club president Nick Rogers describes the new direction of the team. And even if you aren't a soccer star, the warmer weather may provide a spark for you to get in shape. Fitness expert Joleen Kielkucki informs us on the best things to do and eat.2206no Mon, 06 May 2013 07:55:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56248305The push to pass a state Internet sales tax continues, but will it have a big effect on traditional business? Rochelle Westlund of the MN Retail Association describes the effects. Later, Linda Smith from the Washburn Center for Children talks about the outlets to aid in the mental health of kids. And is your wife a happily married one? Men's Health Magazine senior editor Eric Adams answers this question from the male perspective.WCCOThe push to pass a state Internet sales tax continues, but will it have a big effect on traditional business? Rochelle Westlund of the MN Retail Association describes the effects. Later, Linda Smith from the Washburn Center for Children talks about the outlets to aid in the mental health of kids. And is your wife a happily married one? Men's Health Magazine senior editor Eric Adams answers this question from the male perspective.2266no Mon, 06 May 2013 07:49:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56248303After recapping the news of the last week, Roshini looks out to the west. Dennis Daugaard is coming to the MOA to do some recruiting. But why does the Governor of South Dakota want people to move to his state? Then, we hear from State Speaker of the House Paul Thissen on issues facing the Legislature.WCCOAfter recapping the news of the last week, Roshini looks out to the west. Dennis Daugaard is coming to the MOA to do some recruiting. But why does the Governor of South Dakota want people to move to his state? Then, we hear from State Speaker of the House Paul Thissen on issues facing the Legislature.2118no Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:23:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56223126The 7th annual Facing Race Awards will be presented this week. Rowzat Shipchandler from the MN Philanthropy Partners explains the importance of the initiative. Later, we think hospitals would be one of the cleanest places you would ever go. But entomologist Dr. Stephen Kells warns about the incoming presence of bed bugs. Then, author Ian Punnett joins the program to discuss his new book, "How to Pray When You're Pissed at God: Or Anyone Else for That Matter."WCCOThe 7th annual Facing Race Awards will be presented this week. Rowzat Shipchandler from the MN Philanthropy Partners explains the importance of the initiative. Later, we think hospitals would be one of the cleanest places you would ever go. But entomologist Dr. Stephen Kells warns about the incoming presence of bed bugs. Then, author Ian Punnett joins the program to discuss his new book, "How to Pray When You're Pissed at God: Or Anyone Else for That Matter."2254no Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:15:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56223124What are the pressing issues the State Legislature will take up this week? Pioneer Press political reporter Bill Salisbury has the inside scoop. It's the 60th anniversary of the Citizens League, and current director Sean Kershaw is in studio to celebrate this milestone. After that, Roshini looks into how discipline is governed in the Metro's public school system. Community advocate Ralph Crowder and Univ. of St. Thomas professor Nekima Levy-Pounds discuss the problematic gaps.WCCOWhat are the pressing issues the State Legislature will take up this week? Pioneer Press political reporter Bill Salisbury has the inside scoop. It's the 60th anniversary of the Citizens League, and current director Sean Kershaw is in studio to celebrate this milestone. After that, Roshini looks into how discipline is governed in the Metro's public school system. Community advocate Ralph Crowder and Univ. of St. Thomas professor Nekima Levy-Pounds discuss the problematic gaps.2139no Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:04:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56223122Roshini and Colin Smith chat about the news of the week. Later, we get an update on the flooding potential in the Red River Valley from WCCO-TV reporter Susan Elizabeth Littlefield. Then, could there be a change in the state's liquor laws? Attorney Jeffrey O'Brien explains.WCCORoshini and Colin Smith chat about the news of the week. Later, we get an update on the flooding potential in the Red River Valley from WCCO-TV reporter Susan Elizabeth Littlefield. Then, could there be a change in the state's liquor laws? Attorney Jeffrey O'Brien explains.2156no Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:01:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56197202Colin Smith and Roshini look at some stories you may have missed this week. Sen. Al Franken on some initiatives he's working on. Kelly Moller with the MN Alliance on Crime on coping with tragedy.WCCOColin Smith and Roshini look at some stories you may have missed this week. Sen. Al Franken on some initiatives he's working on. Kelly Moller with the MN Alliance on Crime on coping with tragedy.2372no Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:24:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56197074The big news of the week revolved around the city of Boston. Roshini gets an update on the bombing aftermath and the investigation when she speaks with CBS News reporter Steve Kathan. Then, a MN business lobby is being formed to discourage any new proposals for a sales tax. Star Tribune columnist Neal St. Anthony explains this initiative. Later, what's the next step for the U.S. Senate after the background check legislation failed to pass? POLITICO reporter Ginger Gibson explains the situation.WCCOThe big news of the week revolved around the city of Boston. Roshini gets an update on the bombing aftermath and the investigation when she speaks with CBS News reporter Steve Kathan. Then, a MN business lobby is being formed to discourage any new proposals for a sales tax. Star Tribune columnist Neal St. Anthony explains this initiative. Later, what's the next step for the U.S. Senate after the background check legislation failed to pass? POLITICO reporter Ginger Gibson explains the situation.2564no Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:24:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56197078Several Minnesotans took part in Monday's Boston Marathon. Megan Miller, a member of Minnesota RED Running Team, finished the race just minutes before the bombs exploded. She recalls the scene. After that, JUUT Salons founder David Wagner informs us about the Daymaker Movement, as well as discuss how Boston can heal post-tragedy. And the MN Women Business Hall of Fame is about to induct its first class. Jill Johnson gives us profiles of some of the inductees.WCCOSeveral Minnesotans took part in Monday's Boston Marathon. Megan Miller, a member of Minnesota RED Running Team, finished the race just minutes before the bombs exploded. She recalls the scene. After that, JUUT Salons founder David Wagner informs us about the Daymaker Movement, as well as discuss how Boston can heal post-tragedy. And the MN Women Business Hall of Fame is about to induct its first class. Jill Johnson gives us profiles of some of the inductees.2654no Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:03:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56162023Hunger Free MN is looking to bring 100 million more meals into the state. David Dayhoff updates the progress of the three-year project. Then, how can we use Stress Awareness Month to its fullest capabilities? Anti-stress coach Kristen Brown explains. Afterwards, "Biggest Loser" contestant Lisa Rambo comes in studio to update us on how she's been since her stint on the show ended.WCCOHunger Free MN is looking to bring 100 million more meals into the state. David Dayhoff updates the progress of the three-year project. Then, how can we use Stress Awareness Month to its fullest capabilities? Anti-stress coach Kristen Brown explains. Afterwards, "Biggest Loser" contestant Lisa Rambo comes in studio to update us on how she's been since her stint on the show ended.2441no Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:55:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56162021The gun control debate continues on, locally and nationally. Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek talks about the proposed state legislation and how it could affect law enforcers. Later, author Cynthia Schlichting comes on the show to discuss Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month with Roshini and callers.WCCOThe gun control debate continues on, locally and nationally. Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek talks about the proposed state legislation and how it could affect law enforcers. Later, author Cynthia Schlichting comes on the show to discuss Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month with Roshini and callers.2439no Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:50:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56162019After reviewing the news of the week, Roshini looks ahead to the weather we should expect over the next few months. WCCO meteorologist Mike Lynch discusses Severe Weather Awareness Week. Then, the 15th annual Stick It To Cancer hockey tournament is set to take place next weekend (Apr. 19-21). We learn more about the fundraiser. And Monday is Tax Day. Get some last minute tips from CPA Joe Rapacki.WCCOAfter reviewing the news of the week, Roshini looks ahead to the weather we should expect over the next few months. WCCO meteorologist Mike Lynch discusses Severe Weather Awareness Week. Then, the 15th annual Stick It To Cancer hockey tournament is set to take place next weekend (Apr. 19-21). We learn more about the fundraiser. And Monday is Tax Day. Get some last minute tips from CPA Joe Rapacki.2718no Mon, 08 Apr 2013 08:42:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56079880Can politicians ever get along? Roshini's political panel brings the parties together. GOP strategist Andy Brehm and former DFL Representative Karla Bigham comprise the panel. Later, St. Paul resident Nicholas David became a star while competing on "The Voice". He joins the program to describe his experience of being in front of America, as well as his next performance.WCCOCan politicians ever get along? Roshini's political panel brings the parties together. GOP strategist Andy Brehm and former DFL Representative Karla Bigham comprise the panel. Later, St. Paul resident Nicholas David became a star while competing on "The Voice". He joins the program to describe his experience of being in front of America, as well as his next performance.2268no Mon, 08 Apr 2013 08:37:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56079878In the wake of the Mike Rice firing at Rutgers University, and as the Schaffhausen trial continues, Roshini speaks with psychologist David Decker about dealing with issues of anger. The NCAA's Final Four can be a financial boon for a city. Meet Minneapolis president Melvin Tennant explains his plan for bringing the event back to the Twin Cities for the first time since 1992. Then, Roshini invites Meg Corrigan on to the show to talk about Sexual Assault Prevention Month.WCCOIn the wake of the Mike Rice firing at Rutgers University, and as the Schaffhausen trial continues, Roshini speaks with psychologist David Decker about dealing with issues of anger. The NCAA's Final Four can be a financial boon for a city. Meet Minneapolis president Melvin Tennant explains his plan for bringing the event back to the Twin Cities for the first time since 1992. Then, Roshini invites Meg Corrigan on to the show to talk about Sexual Assault Prevention Month.2314no Mon, 08 Apr 2013 08:30:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56079876Roshini speaks with CCO reporter Colin Smith about the biggest news stories of the week. Then, Jeff Macke of Yahoo! Finance takes a look at some rather meager jobs numbers in March. Later, U of M professor Bernadette Gillick discusses how her physical therapy lab will now test brain stimulation therapy on patients with Cerebral Palsy.WCCORoshini speaks with CCO reporter Colin Smith about the biggest news stories of the week. Then, Jeff Macke of Yahoo! Finance takes a look at some rather meager jobs numbers in March. Later, U of M professor Bernadette Gillick discusses how her physical therapy lab will now test brain stimulation therapy on patients with Cerebral Palsy.2242no Tue, 02 Apr 2013 04:29:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56024003The Supreme Court looked into DOMA and California's Prop 8 this week. Is this an argument over Civil Rights? U o M law professor Dale Carpenter explains. Then, the Minnesota Zoo is turning 35 this year. Director Lee Ehmke tells us how the zoo will celebrate. And the Twins home opener is Monday. Team Communications Director Kevin Smith preps us for the season at Target Field.WCCOThe Supreme Court looked into DOMA and California's Prop 8 this week. Is this an argument over Civil Rights? U o M law professor Dale Carpenter explains. Then, the Minnesota Zoo is turning 35 this year. Director Lee Ehmke tells us how the zoo will celebrate. And the Twins home opener is Monday. Team Communications Director Kevin Smith preps us for the season at Target Field.2045no Tue, 02 Apr 2013 04:25:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56024001What exactly is the Army War College? It's in the Twin Cities this week, and LTC Jacob Kulzer of the MN National Guard explains what its purpose is. After that, co-authors Allen and Linda Anderson join the program to discuss their ASJA Award-winning book, "A Dog Named Leaf".WCCOWhat exactly is the Army War College? It's in the Twin Cities this week, and LTC Jacob Kulzer of the MN National Guard explains what its purpose is. After that, co-authors Allen and Linda Anderson join the program to discuss their ASJA Award-winning book, "A Dog Named Leaf".2040no Tue, 02 Apr 2013 04:22:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#56023999Pope Francis delivered his first Easter mass as His Holiness. How did it go over? Les Myers, president of the Center of Concern, discusses that. Then, how does Religion mix with school lunches? Rabbi Harold Kravitz explains how the MAZON Project is combining the two.WCCOPope Francis delivered his first Easter mass as His Holiness. How did it go over? Les Myers, president of the Center of Concern, discusses that. Then, how does Religion mix with school lunches? Rabbi Harold Kravitz explains how the MAZON Project is combining the two.2050no Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:15:00 GMThttp://play.it/Podcast#55955418The temps are warming up, meaning more of us will be heading outside more often. Dr. Barbara Benjamin of the Fairview Clinics tells us how to stay safe from the damage the Sun can cause. Then, have the recent incidents at sea made you rethink that cruise? Dr. Ross Klein discusses how the industry is responding to those incidents. Later, Pioneer Press A&E writer Amy Carlson Gustafson tells us what's hot on the tube.WCCOThe temps are warming up, meaning more of us will be heading outside more often. Dr. Barbara Benjamin of the Fairview Clinics tells us how to stay safe from the damage the Sun can cause. Then, have the recent incidents at sea made you rethink that cruise? Dr. Ross Klein discusses how the industry is responding to those incidents. Later, Pioneer Press A&E writer Amy Carlson Gustafson tells us what's hot on the tube.2234no