The Sheletta Show

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9-12-20 - The Sheletta Show - Dr. Yohuru Williams Cancels an Attempted Karen.mp3 Sep 12, 2020

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University of St. Thomas professor Dr. Yohuru Willams was confronted by a woman who accused him of illegally entering into his own garage at his house. He diffused the situation and canceled the "Karen" moment which likely saved his life.

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9-12-20 - The Sheletta Show - Marley Dias Talks About Her New Netflix Show.mp3 Sep 12, 2020

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Founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks 15-year old Marley Dias amazes Sheletta when the two chat about her new Netflix show, her appearance at the DNC and the work she's done to diversity books for early readers.

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9-5-20 - The Sheletta Show - Striving to Learn.mp3 Sep 05, 2020

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There's a new option when it comes to schooling in the Twin Cities. Dr. B. Charvez Russell is the executive director of the Friendship Academy of the Arts. He tells us about what his school offers to area students.

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9-5-20 - The Sheletta Show - Different Voices in the Newsroom Sep 05, 2020

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Although diversity in the media has come a long way, there is still more room to grow. Sheletta talks about these ongoing efforts with Star Tribune Photo Editor Kyndell Harkness.

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9-5-20 - The Sheletta Show - Out of House and Home.mp3 Sep 05, 2020

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With the ongoing financial struggles from the COVID-19 pandemic, is an eviction crisis around the corner? The Lily writer Abigail Higgns wrote about this latest facet of the economic trouble and explains the impotance of it.

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9-5-20 - The Sheletta Show - Starting the Conversation.mp3 Sep 05, 2020

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In this Summer of unrest, it may be difficult to start a conversation on race relations and racial justice. How can that talk get underway? Sheletta asks MN Spokesman Recorder publisher Tracey Williams-Dillard.

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9-5-20 - The Sheletta Show - A Little Extra in the Pocket.mp3 Sep 05, 2020

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Mayor Melvin Carter is trying to implement a program that provides select St. Paul families with an extra $500 for 18 months. Pioneer Press reporter Frederick Melo explains the purpose.

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9-5-20 - The Sheletta Show - Cameron Goes to Washington.mp3 Sep 05, 2020

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The new book "Cameron Goes to School" is getting a high honor. Ren Cooper, public affairs specialist from the National Postal Museum, joins Sheletta to explain what it is.

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8-22-20 - The Sheletta Show - Starting the Conversation.mp3 Aug 22, 2020

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Conversations about racism are not easy to begin, let alone get through. An internationally-renowned public speaker and founder of Girls In Action, Dr. Verna Price is looking to help people connect with People of Color and start that discussion. Find out about her upcoming Zoom event that encourages the doors to swing open.

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8-22-20 - The Sheletta Show - Raising Voices in the Newsroom.mp3 Aug 22, 2020

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Rana Cash is a familiar name to those who read the Star Tribune. The former reporter is now making waves as the News Director for the Savannah Morning News. She explains her journey up the media pyramid and discusses the need for more diversity at the top.

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