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Season 22 - Episodes

 
 

Episode 2218

 Burly Bluffs, Ryan Utterback, Hannah White, Magda Haji-Yusuf
 
 

Episode 2217

 Andre Crockett, Jennell Loeffler, Amanda Kintzi, Tim Nela, Phillip Thomas
 
 

 
 

Episode 2216

 Jessica Al-Kali, Dr. Kent Pekel, Danielle Leukam, Erin Sinnwell
 
 

 
 

Episode 2215

 John Sievers, LaSonya Natividad, Sarah Quincey, Tawanda Burks
 
 
 

 
 

Episode 2214

 Luke Turner, Donyale Johnson, Sweta Patel
 
 
 

 
 

Episode 2213

 Amy Garretson, Diamond Harriel, Julie Brock, Thu Park
 
 
 

Episode 2212

 Karl Rogers, Brooke Burch, Wilfredo Román Cátala
 
 
 

Episode 2211

 Jahbulani Ori, Abby Romme, Maggie Panetta, Derrick Fritz, Shay Baumbach
 
 
 

Episode 2210

 Nate Nelson, JoMarie Morris, Dawn Finne
 
 
 

Episode 2209

 Tierney Parker, Dina Abo Sheasha, Phil Wheeler
 
 
 

Episode 2208

Ken Baerg, Lori Banks, Candace Hample
 
 
 

Episode 2207

 Vidya Iyer, Wale Alegbede, Vivian Lark
 
 
 

Episode 2206

Andrew Pruett, Marlo Zosel, Dr. E Fowziyyah Ali
 
 
 

Episode 2205

 
 
 
 

Episode 2204

 
 
 
 

Episode 2203

 
 
 
 

Episode 2202

 
 
 
 

 

Episode 2201

 
 

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Season 21 - Episodes

 
 

Episode 2102

 
Nicole learns about the Coalition for Rochester Area Housing. Danielle Teal grabs a healthy snack, and we listen to a singing bowl meditation. We also visit the new SEMVA gallery. And Michael Wojcik looks at politicians as they try to follow up on their campaign promises.
 
 

 

Episode 2101

 
Nicole kicks off the new year and the new season with resilience Coach Maria Serbus, and we learn about Olmsted County legislative priorities. Danielle Teal grabs a baseball bat and hits the batting cage, and we visit the big tent to see the magical spectacle at Cirque Italia. Michael Wojcik looks ahead to the new session at the state Capitol.

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Season 20 - Episodes

Episode 2001

 
Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara checks in with Park Planner Jeff Feece to learn more about the Soldier’s Field master plan. We visit a tribute to the trucking industry of the early to mid 1900s, and we learn more about the sport of curling. Danielle Teal sits with Aikong See to learn about Hope Central and the Project Hope Movement. Lastly, Nicole visits with Cheryl Thode and Wendell Amstutz to talk about mental wellness in the new year.
 

 
Episode 2002

 
Alison Zelms, Rochester city administrator, walks us through the city's 2-year operating budget; we check in with Steve Schmidt after his retirement from Rochester Civic Music; Danielle Teal dives into scuba with Szablis Klee of Southeast Scuba Escape; we visit Art Heads Emporium, a reimagined Rochester business; and Michael Wojcik tells us what's happening in Rochester.
 

 
Episode 2003

 
Nicole meets with Meaghan Sherden, MPH, and Michael Melius from Olmsted County Public Health to discuss the recent rise in COVID-19 cases and what makes the Omicron variant unique. We discuss taxes with David Oeth from the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program to learn what might look different as you file this year. We check out the "Homecoming Queen" exhibit at the Rochester Art Center, and visit the new Treedome storefront on Broadway.
 

 
Episode 2004

 
Nicole checks in with Patrick and Sarah Phelan, co-owners of Fiddlehead Coffee Co., to discuss their newest location opening in Rochester this spring. Danielle Teal chats with Sheila Buehler APRN, CNP, to learn more about her new business, Foot Care Professionals LLC. Andy Smith tells us all about the recently opened Garden Party Books, and we meet Sarge, a K9 who competed in a national police dog competition. Finally, Nicole discusses the the Bloomberg Philanthropies Global Mayors Challenge with Rochester Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director Chao Mwatela and Community Co-Designer and Equity Specialist Wafa Elkhalifa.
 

 
Episode 2005

 
Nicole chats with the President of the Rochester NAACP Wale Elegbede about the upcoming Black History Month Speaker Series. Danielle Teal visits with Chef Eman Abdulmuaty from SETO Bakery. We meet Rochester piano teacher Mackenzie Roberts, and head back to Gray Duck Theater & Coffeehouse to chat with Andy Smith. Lastly, we meet Brenda Kardock, Adam Dickinson, and Catherine Davis with the Rochester Public Library Foundation.
 

 
Episode 2006

 
Nicole sits down with Dan Fifield, RN, from The Landing MN to discuss how their nonprofit has grown in the last three years. We head to Silver Lake Foods to explore the oldest grocery store in Rochester, and visit Quarry Hill Nature Center to hear what they do when the weather gets chilly. Danielle Teal checks in with Christine Beech to learn about her business, Copiavia, and how they are helping nonprofits. Lastly, Nicole meets author Leilani Raashida Henry and Abby Currier, the Community Engagement and Events Coordinator with the History Center of Olmsted County. They discuss Henry's new book, The Call of Antartica: Exploring and Protecting Earth's Coldest Continent, and the upcoming author discussion at the History Center on February 19th.
 

 
Episode 2007

 
Nicole meets with Psalms Frye, owner and Doula of Peace and Compassion Birth Services. Danielle Teal checks in with Dan Sweeney from Great Harvest Bread Co. in Rochester. We learn a little bit more about cross-country skiing, and we learn how to be smart salters throughout the winter with Sadie Neuman. Lastly, we sit down with Dr. Tej Khalsa to discuss their new podcast The Last Breath Podcast, designed to connect you to your inner being, higher meaning, and greater purpose.
 
 

Episode 2008

 
Nicole discusses the State of Main Street with Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha; we learn about Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial; Danielle Teal brews up a conversation with Crystal Whitmarsh of Trail Creek Coffee Roasters; we go on an evening bike organized by Scheel's; Michael Wojcik talks about events in Rochester this summer.
 

 
Episode 2009

 
Nicole talks with Joe Ward of Experience Rochester; we learn about Central Bark doggy day care; Danielle Teal visits with Javier Ortiz of Javier's Barbershop; we cook up a meal at a 4-H day camp; Michael Wojcik hunts down area swimming pools; and Nicole discusses the upcoming elections with Olmsted County's Luke Turner.
 

 
Episode 2010

 
Nicole meets with Heather Nessler, the Director of the Spark Children's Museum; we learn about the work of the Southeastern Minnesota Interfaith Immigrant Legal Defense (SMIILD); Danielle Teal talks about the Rochester City Lines bus service with Dan Holter; we boogie down at the first ever disco dance party at 125 live; Michael Wojcik tells us about upcoming events; and we grab a guitar and sing with Emily Whitcomb.
 

 
Episode 2011

 
Danielle talks with Derrick Fritz from the Olmsted County Community Health Assessment Process (CHAP) and catches up Dee Sabol to learn about the recent work of the Diversity Council. We also sip and paint at with the Wine and Canvas painting class and explore the vibrant mosaic work of artist Debra D'Souza. On the Spotlight segment, Danielle meets Jessica Taylor, owner of Pottery by Jessica. Michael Wojcik tells us about events happening at the Olmsted County Fair.
 

 
Episode 2012

 
Nicole speaks with Nisha Kurup, vice president of the Indian Cultural Association of Minnesota, and meets with Irene Woodward, community development director for the City of Rochester. We get our fill of caffeine and plant life, and meet a local painter. In the Spotlight segment, Danielle talks with Nadia Victoria about Sorellina's restaurant. Michael Wojcik tells us about Party in the Alley and other events happening.
 

 

Episode 2015

 
NCorrespondent Danielle Teal joins host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara to talk with Rochester City Council Ward 3 candidates Norman Wahl and Vangie Castro.
 

 
Episode 2017

 
Correspondent Danielle Teal joins host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara to talk with Rochester City Council Ward 5 candidates Shaun Palmer and Saida Omar.
 

 
Episode 2018

 
Guest moderator Trey Mewes joins correspondent Danielle Teal to talk with Rochester City Council Ward 1 candidates Patrick Keane and Andy Hemenway.
 

 
Episode 2019

 
Correspondent Danielle Teal joins host Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara to talk with Rochester mayoral candidates Britt Noser and Kim Norton.
 

 
Episode 2020

 
Nicole talks with Amanda Leightner about the CO.STARTERS program that helps entrepreneurs in Rochester. She also talks with Kaytlyn Anzivino about connecting with volunteer opportunities. We visit Pasquale's Neighborhood Pizzeria and meet woodworker Caryl Clossner. In the Spotlight segment, Danielle chats with Jes Peterson, new owner of Kismet. Michael Wojcik tells us about events coming up in Rochester.
 

 
Episode 2021

 
Nicole sits with Meghan Kozub from the Rochester Pops Orchestra and Wilfredo Roman Catala, the Chief Financial Officer for Olmsted County. Danielle Teal talks with Kristina Wright-Peterson, the Executive Director of Seasons Hospice. We meet black-and-white photographer Jeff Thompson and we drop in at Sargent's nursery during Wee Wednesdays. Michael Wojcik lets us know what events are coming up in Rochester.
 

 
Episode 2022

 
Nicole catches up with Katie Adelman from the Rochester Downtown Alliance and hears about an upcoming NAACP program from Wale Alegbede. Danielle Teal dishes with Johnny Key of Key Catering Barbecue and More. We skate over to roller disco on Broadway and learn about the handcrafted handbags at Hanson Leather Company. Michael Wojcik helps plan our end-of-year activities.
 
 
 
 
 

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Season 19 - Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1901

 
Producer Annie Krenik is joined by Vietnam War combat medic Bill Strusinski to talk about his book "Care Under Fire." Susan Haskamp talks about her work as advancement manager at Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association. And Danielle Teal checks out the new restaurant ThaiPop.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1902

 
Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara visits with Julie Winters from Rochester Pride to talk about their work in the community. We meet Lina Choung, a dance instructor specializing in traditional Cambodian dance, and check out the new ping pong LED installation in Peace Plaza. Jeremy Elder tells us about the Filipino martial art form Kali. Lastly, Dee Sabol tells us about grant funding the Diversity Council received to promote health equity.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1903

 
Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara visits with Miguel Valdez to discuss National Hispanic American Heritage Month. We learn about Wale Elegbede’s immigration journey and how he came to Rochester and we check in with the Rochester Fire Department during Fire Prevention Month. Lastly, we visit with Tim Penny to learn about the FEAST! Local Foods Network.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1904

 
Nicole visits with Laura Sutherland of Olmsted County to discuss domestic violence. We learn about the Thrive Conference and the womens organization Bridging the Gap, and we check in with the Rochester Repertory Theatre. Lastly, we visit with Abe Sauer of Old Abe Coffee.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1905

 
Nicole chats with Brad Vigesaa about the upcoming Nerdinout Con at the Mayo Civic Center. We learn about a not-so-unusual collecting hobby, and head to Sekapp Orchard to pick out some pumpkins. Molly Pudwell from Pudwell Insurance Partners tells us about enrolling in Medicare. Lastly, we discuss the $3.12 million grant awarded to Rochester and DMC EDA with Patrick Seeb and Cindy Steinhauser.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1906

 
Nicole checks in with the Rochester Civic Theatre to explore their recent haunting. We visit the Downtown Roller Disco, and take a short tour of the Rochester Art Center. Terry Gries from the Community Food Response tells us about their mission and how the community can support them. Lastly, Rochester Management Analyst Heather J. Heyer tells us about the redistricting following the 2020 Census.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1907

 
Nicole sits with Rochester Assistant City Attorney Tran Nguyen to discuss the Just Deeds Project. We check out the Rochester Farmers Market, and go Trunk-or-Treating at Family Promise Rochester. We meet Philip Muehe, the new Managing Director of Rochester Repertory Theatre Company. Lastly, Nicole discusses how Olmsted County is combating homelessness with Mary O'Neil and Jacob Radtke.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1908

 
Nicole talks with Mayo Clinic and the Rochester Branch of NAACP about their new program, RISE for Youth, a program that will provide Black and underrepresented students with new pathways to success in education and employment. Danielle Teal sits with mosaic artist Debra D'Souza to discuss her art and the making of mosaics. We also learn more about Rochester's beloved Ear of Corn water tower, and hit the streets to learn more about fashion.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1909

 
Nicole meets Dr. Azar Maluki, Board Chair of the Iraqi and American Reconciliation Project, to discuss the upcoming listening session at the Rochester Area Foundation. We visit the Lion Heart Clay Works, and we visit RCTC to view Zoe Cinel's newest art exhibit "TOO HOT TO HANDLE, A Portrait of the Artist With Pain." We check in with Dan Nowakowski from the History Center of Olmsted County to discuss Mayowood as we approach the holiday season. Lastly, Nicole visits with Holly Masek to discuss what's coming to Downtown Rochester for the holidays.
 
 

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Season 18 - Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1801

 
This week on R-Town, Nicole sit's down with Ken Baerg, Operations Director for 125 Live, to discuss the new R-Town filming location and the future of 125 Live following the pandemic. We head to Silver Lake Pool to learn more about the temporary shut down earlier this summer, and Danielle Teal visits with Judy Braatz to discuss this year's turnout for Rochesterfest. Nicole also has a discussion with Jorrie Johnson about the Bloomberg Global Mayor's Challenge and initiatives to increase diversity in Rochester's workforce.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1802

 
Nicole sits down with Tiffany Alexandria to discuss the upcoming Night Market in Rochester. We head to Thursday's Downtown to explore the in-person celebration, and talk with some vendors about their experience. Kate Jirik from the Elder Network stops by to tell us about how they're helping seniors in 2021. Lastly, Planner Emma Miller-Shindelar comes by to tell us how we can get involved with the new City Zoning Ordinance.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1803

 
Danielle Teal hears from Zoe Cinel with the Rochester Art Center about their upcoming Iraqi American Cultural Celebration. Javier Ortiz tells us how he followed his dreams to become a barber, and we take a walk through 125Live. Scott Schneider tell us all about the upcoming Olmsted County Fair, and Holly Masek from the Rochester Downtown Alliance stops by to talk about all the upcoming events this summer.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1804

 
Nicole sits with fashion blogger Trina Morris to discuss some 2021 fashion trends. We learn about an Egyptian immigrant who made his way to Rochester, and we head to Tom Kadlec Auto Body for Bike Night at Torque and Tacos. Dennis Wong from Dunn Brothers Coffee and Blue Plate Diner stops by to discuss his business and the construction on North Broadway. Lastly, we welcome the newly named program manager for Olmsted County’s Diversity, Equity, and Community Outreach Team Sidney Frye II.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1805

 
Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara discusses the spreading Delta variant of COVID-19 with Director of Public Health at Olmsted County Health Services, Graham Briggs. We learn more about Family Promise Rochester and the services they provide, and we check out a parking lot concert from the Rochester Community Band. Lastly, April Dahl from Dahl Dance comes by to chat with Danielle Teal about the future of ballroom dance.
 
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1806

 
Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara chats with Misha Johnson from the Rochester Civic Theatre about their upcoming 70th Birthday Bash. Sylwia Oliver shares the story of how she came to Rochester, and we check out the "Yield: Keeping A House" installment for Art4Trails. Steven Schmidt from Rochester Civic Music stops by to share about upcoming events. Nicole Mucheck from the new Southeast Regional Crisis Center discusses the services they provide and how they're working to help the community.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1807

 
Danielle Teal sits down with Dr. Kent Pekel, Interim Superintendent of Rochester Public Schools, to discuss the coming school year amidst a pandemic. We head to Rochester Gymnastics Academy to learn more about the difficult sport, and we head to McQuillan Field Park to check out Rochester Community Development Neighborhood Week.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1808

 
Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara checks in with the Village Agricultural Cooperative to learn about their mission to create a place where global cultures gather to share everything there is to know about food. The founders of Eureka Childcare tell us about their plan to prepare children for a lifetime of learning, and Erin Vasquez sits with Danielle Teal to talk about the importance of community schools. Lastly, Wendy Turri from Rochester Public Works stops by to discuss the research around detecting future COVID-19 outbreaks in wastewater.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1809

 
Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara sits with MN State Auditor Julie Blaha to discuss her latest projects and how they can benefit local governments like Rochester. An asylee from Cameroon shares his story, and we check out the Neon Green Studio Pop Up Art Cart. Danielle Teal sits with Julie Johns and Ivete Martinez to discuss the upcoming Med City Arts Festival.
 
 

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Season 17 - Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1701

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Jeremy Westrum, owner of Rootz of Inspiration, to discuss how he came to Rochester and started his business amidst a pandemic.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1702

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Sylwia Oliver to discuss what's coming next for 125Live and the future of community centers in Rochester.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1703

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Samantha Erickson from the Rescued Room to discuss home organizing and upcycling as the weather is getting warmer.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1704

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Ryan Yetzer, Interim Deputy Director of Community Development, to discuss the Downtown Waterfront Southeast Small Area Plan.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1705

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Melissa Eggler to discuss the upcoming ART(is)T Therapy Artisan Market at Little Thistle Brewing Co. Go support your local artists on May 1st, at 10 a.m. Inclement weather date is May 8th.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1706

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with Rosei Skipper to discuss the music scene in Rochester, and how you can support local artists while we continue to fight the pandemic.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1707

 
This week on R-Town, Amarachi Orakwue sits down with Bud Whitehorn, the new community liaison between the Black community and the Rochester Police Department, to discuss the meaning of Black Lives Matter and how the Rochester community can work to support black lives.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1708

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with local DJ LaidEe P to discuss the entertainment industry in Rochester, MN, and how the community and local businesses can come together to support local artists.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1709

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal discusses the affordable housing crisis in Rochester with City Councilwoman Kelly Rae Kirkpatrick.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1710

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal and Amarachi Orakwue sit down with Captain Jeff Stilwell of the Rochester Police Department to discuss community policing and building relationships with those who do not trust the police force.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1711

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with Jinny Rietmann, Executive Director at Workforce Development, Inc., to discuss the ongoing worker shortage in Rochester and across the country.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1712

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with Holly Masek, Executive Director of the Rochester Downtown Alliance and Dina Abo Sheasha, Director Of Business Development at Curve Solutions to discuss Downtown Rochester and the events coming this summer.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1713

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle Teal sits with Brandon Helgeson, Executive Director of Rochesterfest, to discuss the upcoming festival, the schedule of events, and how Rochesterfest is celebrating coming back after a year-long pause.

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Season 16 - Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1601

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Reverend Emily Carson to discuss unpacking 2020 this New Year. We check in with the Rochester Community Bike Club, 125Live Esthetician Liz Guevremont describes how her new business is fairing in the pandemic, and Master Chef Contestant Shari Mukherjee shows us some popular recipes. Dr. Amit Sood and Danielle discuss the ways we can all become more resilient in 2021.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1602

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Graham Briggs, Director of Olmsted County Public Health, to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine. Vangie Castro discusses her immigration story from the Philippines to the United States, and Bryan Wattier from MegaWatt Entertainment stops by to discuss how they're fairing through the pandemic. New Walkabout correspondent Amarachi Orakwue chats with Naura Anderson about Threshold Arts and supporting the work of local artists.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1603

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle talks with Dave Oeth with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program to discuss how the Rochester community can access free filing assistance. We meet Rawhi Said as he describes how his family fled their home in Bosnia and we check in with Wale Elegbede to reflect on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. New City Administrator Alison Zelms stops by to discuss the future of Rochester and the 2021 Budget.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1604

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with the RDA to discuss how Social Ice is changing this year. Kim Sin describes his journey to America and Amarachi Orakwue sits down with George Thompson to discuss his life in Rochester. We also chat with Rev. Andre Crockett about the new community liaison position in Rochester.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1605

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle welcomes the new City Council President Brooke Carlson, and they discuss everything up and coming for the city of Rochester. Amarachi Orakwue has a chat with Abe Sauer of Old Abe Co., and checks in with Fade Clinic Barbers to discuss cool hairdo is popular in 2021.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1606

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with Misha Johnson and Eric Decker to talk about the upcoming digital production of Romantic Fools by Rich Orloff. Amarachi chats with Jennifer Schimek from Rochester Reiki Retreat, and visits with Matt Arnold from Detour Athletics. Wale Elegbede from the Rochester NAACP comes by to discuss how the NAACP is commemorating Black History Month and addressing the pandemic.
 
 

 


R-Town, Episode 1607

 
This week on R-Town, Danielle sits with the League of Women Voters to discuss redistricting in Minnesota following the 2020 Census. Maureen Wismayer from the Rochester Figure Skating Club stops by, and we visit with Lenny Williams and Dr. Nancy Adegoke from Trill or Not Trill. We also have a discussion with Dan Jensen about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Olmsted County.
 
 

 

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Season 15 - Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1501

 
This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara hosts a roundtable discussion with City Council Ward 6 candidates Molly Dennis and Craig Ugland. They discuss the economic impact of COVID-19 on Rochester, racial inequity, fighting for social justice, affordable public transportation, and the use of tax dollars in the community.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1502

 
Rochester City Council Ward 4 Candidates Kelly Rae Kirkpatrick and Katrina Pulham join Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara to discuss their platforms as we approach the Nov. 3rd. election. They discuss COVID-19, social justice, neighborhood initiatives, and the future of public safety and community in Ward 4.
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1503

 
Danielle Teal stops by this week to sit down with Olmsted County Elections Specialist Katie Smith to discuss the upcoming November General Election. They discuss the different ways to vote, where to find the information, and how you can participate in the election.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1504

 
Candidates for Rochester City Council Ward 2 Incumbent Michael Wojcik and Mark Bransford join Nicole to discuss their platforms as we approach the Nov. 3rd. election.
 
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1505

 
This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara hosts a roundtable discussion with City Council Ward 6 candidates Molly Dennis and Craig Ugland. They discuss the economic impact of COVID-19 on Rochester, racial inequity, fighting for social justice, affordable public transportation, and the use of tax dollars in the community.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1506

 
This week on R-Town, Nicole chats with Heidi and Kamau Wilkins from Rochester for Justice to talk about their upcoming event, From Grief to Action. We check in with Dr. Lilly Wagner, an immigrant from Germany, and head downtown with Danielle Teal to say hi to some business owners. Executive Director of the Jeremiah Program JoMarie Morris and Nicole discuss the Grand Opening of the new Rochester campus and what's coming next for the Jeremiah Program.
 
 
 

R-Town, Episode 1507

 
This week on R-Town, Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara hosts a roundtable discussion with City Council Ward 6 candidates Molly Dennis and Craig Ugland. They discuss the economic impact of COVID-19 on Rochester, racial inequity, fighting for social justice, affordable public transportation, and the use of tax dollars in the community.

 

 


R-Town, Episode 1508

 
Danielle Teal sits with Wale Elegbede to discuss his TED Talk about building community and fighting Islamophobia. We stop at SPARK Children's Museum and head to Ironside Axe Club to explore how we're having fun at all ages. Director of Olmsted County Public Health Graham Briggs comes by to discuss the current state of COVID-19 and the best way to celebrate the upcoming holidays while staying safe. .
 
 

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Season 14 - Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1401

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1402

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1403

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1404

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1405

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1406

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1407

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1408

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1409

 
 

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Season 13 - Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1301

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1302

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1303

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1304

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1305

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1306

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1307

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1308

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1309

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1310

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1311

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1312

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1313

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1314

 
 

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Season 12 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1201

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1202

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1203

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1204

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1205

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1206

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1207

 
 

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Season 11 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1101

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1102

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1103

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1104

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1105

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1106

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1107

R-Town, Episode 1108

R-Town, Episode 1109

 
 

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Season 10 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 1001

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1002

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1003

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1004

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1005

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1006

 
 

R-Town, Episode 1007

R-Town, Episode 1008

 
 

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Season 9 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 901

 
 

R-Town, Episode 902

 
 

R-Town, Episode 903

 
 

R-Town, Episode 904

 
 

R-Town, Episode 905

 
 

R-Town, Episode 906

 
 

R-Town, Episode 907

R-Town, Episode 908

 
 

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Season 8 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 808

 
 

R-Town, Episode 807

 
 

R-Town, Episode 806

 
 

R-Town, Episode 805

 
 

R-Town, Episode 804

 
 

R-Town, Episode 803

 
 

R-Town, Episode 802

R-Town, Episode 801

 
 

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Season 7 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 709

 
 

R-Town, Episode 708

 
 

R-Town, Episode 707

 
 

R-Town, Episode 706

 
 

R-Town, Episode 705

 
 

R-Town, Episode 704

 
 

R-Town, Episode 703

 
 

R-Town, Episode 702

R-Town, Episode 701

 
 

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Season 6 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 607

R-Town, Episode 606

R-Town, Episode 605

R-Town, Episode 604

R-Town, Episode 603

R-Town, Episode 602

R-Town, Episode 601

 
 

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Season 5 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 508

R-Town, Episode 507

R-Town, Episode 506

R-Town, Episode 505

R-Town, Episode 504

R-Town, Episode 503

R-Town, Episode 502

R-Town, Episode 501

 
 

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Season 4 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 415

R-Town, Episode 414

R-Town, Episode 413

R-Town, Episode 412

R-Town, Episode 411

R-Town, Episode 410

R-Town, Episode 409

R-Town, Episode 408

R-Town, Episode 407

R-Town, Episode 406

R-Town, Episode 405

R-Town, Episode 404

R-Town, Episode 403

R-Town, Episode 402

R-Town, Episode 401

 
 

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Season 3 Episodes

R-Town, Episode 312

R-Town, Episode 311

R-Town, Episode 310

R-Town, Episode 309

R-Town, Episode 308

R-Town, Episode 307

R-Town, Episode 306

R-Town, Episode 305

R-Town, Episode 304

R-Town, Episode 303

R-Town, Episode 302

R-Town, Episode 301

 

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Season 2

 

R-Town, Episode 201

R-Town, Episode 202

R-Town, Episode 203

R-Town, Episode 204

R-Town, Episode 205

R-Town, Episode 206

R-Town, Episode 207

R-Town, Episode 208

R-Town, Episode 209

R-Town, Episode 210

R-Town, Episode 211

R-Town, Episode 212

R-Town, Episode 213

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Watch Fridays at 8:00 p.m. 

Season 1

R-Town, Episode 101

 

Friday, 8:00 p.m.;  Saturday, 4:30 p.m.;  and Sunday, 12 noon.

R-Town, Episode 102

R-Town, Episode 103

R-Town, Episode 104

R-Town, Episode 105

R-Town, Episode 106

R-Town, Episode 107

R-Town, Episode 108

R-Town, Episode 109

R-Town, Episode 110

R-Town, Episode 111

R-Town, Episode 112

R-Town, Episode 113

R-Town, Episode 114

 

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