Gayle Knutson talks to Pamela Klinger-Horn of Valley Bookseller with her recommendations for great summer reads (5:00); and Jim Maher talks summer travel with Kyle Potter of Thrifty Traveler (27:00). Also included is an update of local news (48:00), and a salute to all River Radio Season 5 guests (51:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsPamela Klinger-Horn, Valley BooksellerKyle Potter, Thrifty TravelerGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyBook ListPamela Klinger-Horn’s recommended summer readsNews LinksFred de Sam Lazaro Stories on PBS Newshour (Apr. 30 and May 1 episodes)Event LinksLonnie Lovness Library Presentation on Apr. 18Scandia Community-Wide Garage SaleRed Cross Blood Drive in ScandiaSt. Croix River RendezvousBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryMarine Mills Folk School

Jim Maher talks to St. Croix Valley native and prominent national pro-choice advocate Amy Hagstrom Miller about politics and health care aspects of the abortion issue (4:30). Gayle Knutson talks about the world of choir music with Daryl Timmer, artistic director of the Valley Chamber Chorale (26:00). Plus an update of local news (48:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsAmy Hagstrom Miller, Whole Woman’s HealthDaryl Timmer, Valley Chamber Chorale Government Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyMinnesota Dept. of Health PFAS TestingPodcast LinksOctober 14 River Radio with Judge John TunheimShift-Key with Robinson Meyer on EVsEvent LinksLonnie Lovness Library Presentation on Apr. 18Marine on St. Croix Heavy Metal/Shred Day – May 4Gammelgarden Community ConversationsStillwater Bike Donation on Apr. 23Brookside Poetry Event on Apr. 25Business/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryMarine Mills Folk School

Gayle Knutson conducts her yearly interview with Greg Seitz, writer and founder of St. Croix 360, about all things St. Croix River (4:30); and Jim Maher speaks with Deb Ryun who will soon be retiring after 15 years as Executive Director of the Wild Rivers Conservancy of the St. Croix and Namakagon (26:30). Plus, and update of local news (46:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsGreg Seitz, St. Croix 360Deb Ryun, Wild Rivers ConservancyGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community Library

This week on River Radio, Jim Maher speaks with Robinson Meyer, New York Times contributor and executive editor of HeatMap about the state of our green energy transition (4:00); and Gayle Knutson talks with Darcy Becker, who recently left a religious cult after more than 30 years (26:00). Plus, an update on local news (49:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsRobinson Meyer, New York Times Contributor/Founding Exec. Editor, HEATMAPDarcy Becker, Former Cult MemberFact sheet about “Church Without A Name”More info about the ChurchBBC story about the FBI investigationFBI website to provide informationGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyWilliam O’Brien State ParkEvent LinksAnn Bancroft presentation at Scandia Parks and TrailsBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryWashington County Historical Courthouse

Gayle Knutson talks to Washington County Sheriff Dan Starry about the challenges facing law enforcement and his thoughts on the recent tragic events that took the lives of three Burnsville, Minnesota first responders (5:00); and Jim Maher has a conversation with veteran television journalist Fred de Sam Lazaro, PBS Newshour contributor and director of the Under Told Stories Project (26:30). Also included is an update on local news (51:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsDan Starry, Washington County Sheriff  Fred de Sam Lazaro, Under Told Stories Project and PBS NewshourGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyArticle LinksLake Elmo City Council approves new school location from Pioneer PressStillwater PFAS issues from the Star TribuneEvent LinksAnn Bancroft presentation at Scandia Parks and TrailsBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryValley Chamber ChoraleMarine General StoreScandia Heritage Alliance survey

This week on River Radio, Jim Maher talks to Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon about new state laws taking effect with the upcoming March 5th presidential primary election and preparations for the November election (6:00); and Gayle Knutson discusses how to get an early start on gardening with Brian Wood, University of Minnesota Master Gardener in Washington County (28:30). Also included is an update on local news (46:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsSteve Simon, Minnesota Secretary of State  Brian Wood, University of Minnesota Extension Master GardenerGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyElection InformationState of MinnesotaWashington CountyState of WisconsinGardening InformationWashington County Master Gardener Program (Ask a Gardener)A YouTube primer about seedsArticle LinksLake Elmo School issueBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryChrist Lutheran Church - MarineMarine Mills Folk School

Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher talk to, Dr. Timothy Fong, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and co-director of the UCLA Gambling Studies Program (5:00); and Brianne Doura-Schawohl, consultant and lobbyist on responsible gambling strategies (26:00). Also included is an update on local news (47:50). Matt Quast is technical director.Dr. Timothy Fong, UCLA Gambling Studies Program Brianne Doura-Schawohl, Doura-Schawohl ConsultingGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyGambling Help Links1-800-Gambler (for those with addiction issues)Minnesota Alliance on Problem GamblingWisconsin Council on Problem GamblingUCLA Gambling Studies ProgramGambling broadcast pieces“60 Minutes” Gambling segment from Feb. 4, 2024ESPN Outside the LinesBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryMarine Mills Folk SchoolElim Lutheran Church – ScandiaChrist Lutheran Church - Marine

This week on River Radio, hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to, Oliver Milman, Environment Correspondent for The Guardian and author of the book, “The Insect Crisis: The Fall of the Tiny Empires That Run the World" (5:00); and Tami Vogel, executive director, Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota (25:30). Also included is an update on local news (48:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s Guests Oliver Milman, author, The Insect CrisisTami Vogel, Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of MinnesotaGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryMarine Mills Folk Schoolemail: info@marinemillsfolkschool.orgor call: 612-440-6295

Jim Maher conducts a financial roundtable with Chris Farrell of Public Radio’s Marketplace and Ross Levin, financial advisor and Star Tribune columnist (4:30); and Gayle Knutson talks to Kate Seitz, executive director, Marine Mills Folk School (29:30) Also included is an update on local news (46:30). Matt Quast is technical director.Chris Farrell, American Public Media, Minnesota Public RadioRoss Levin, Accredited Investors Wealth Management®Kate Seitz, Marine Mills Folk SchoolGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyInformational LinksWashington County – Recycling ExistsMarine-Scandia-May Area Bird Count SummaryState Parks – Emerald Ash BorerBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibrarySnowplow Name Voting for Washington CountyEvent LinksMarine Documentary Night – HOLY FRIT trailerGuthrie Theater – Dial M for MurderChrist Lutheran Church Swedish DinnerScandia VinterfestScandia Community BreakfastWorld Snow Sculpting Championship

This week on River Radio, hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher talk to, Pamela Klinger-Horn, Valley Bookseller in Stillwater, MN, about top choices for books to consider this holiday season (6:00); and Adam Rogers, senior correspondent, Business Insider, on his recent article advocating for more progressive infrastructure construction titled “Make America Build Again” (27:30). Also included is an update on local news (47:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsPamela Klinger-Horn, Valley BooksellerAdam Rogers, special correspondent, Business InsiderGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyWilliam O’Brien State Park ProjectArticle LinksAdam Rogers – Make America Build AgainPlastic Recycling FailNew Plastics Recycling Plant in MinnesotaNPR’s flawed Social Security StoryBook ListsPamela Klinger-Horn’s 2023 Book ListBill Simpson’s Top Books of 2023Business/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryLibrary Donation PageScandia Marine LionsEvent LinksGammelgarden Puzzle Tournament

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk about why drugs cost so much in America and how pharmaceutical companies are trying to defend their profits with Prof. Nicholas Bagley, law professor, University of Michigan (6:00); and hear from Marius Anderson producer/director of the kickoff documentary for Marine Documentary Night, 40 Below: The Toughest Race In The World (26:00). Also featured is an update of local news (46:30). Matt Quast is technical director.Prof. Nicholas Bagley, University of MichiganPolitico Article – The Real Reason Drugs Cost So Much, And Do Too LittleMarius Anderson, Director, 40 Below: The Toughest Race in the WorldGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyNewsLake Elmo School Issues – Pioneer PressLake Elmo School Issues – Star TribuneBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryLibrary Donation PageEvent LinksPeter Mayer at Christ Lutheran ChurchBreakfast with Santa in ScandiaName the Snowplow EntriesWashington County Name the Snowplow Entries

Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher talk about the wonders of the Galapagos Islands and challenges created by climate change with longtime Galapagos naturalist Silvia Panchana (5:30); and hear about how to improve biodiversity in your own backyard with Brandon Hough, Executive Director, Homegrown National Park® (26:30). Also featured is an update of local news (46:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s Guests Silvia Panchana, Galapagos Island NaturalistBrandon Hough, Executive Director, Homegrown National Park®Government Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyNewsLake Elmo School IssuesBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryLibrary Donation PagePollinator Friendly AllianceEvent LinksNewsies, Jr. at Marine Village SchoolMarine Candlelight SeriesMusic Saint CroixBilly McLaughlin Christmas ShowsPeter Mayer at Christ Lutheran ChurchScandia Vinterlights

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk politics with Lori Sturdevant, longtime political reporter for the Star Tribune and River Radio’s national political editor Brian Gruis (13:30); and learn about a Guinness World Record-setting Mississippi River canoe expedition from trip leader Scott Miller (36:00). Also featured is a conversation with Stillwater Schools Superintendent Dr. Michael Funk regarding the upcoming bonding measure that’s on the ballot and issues with properly notifying Marine residents of a polling venue change (3:30); and an update of local news (54:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsDr. Michael Funk, Superintendent, Stillwater School District 834Lori Sturdevant, Star TribuneBrian Gruis, River Radio national political editorScott Miller, leader of Guinness World Record-setting canoe team Two Paddles Canoe and Kayak Races Government Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryEarly Voting in Washington County Stillwater District 834 Elections – Where to VoteSecretary of State Poll Finder ToolDetails about the District 834 Bonding Measure Event LinksNewsies, Jr. at Marine Village SchoolVeterans Day Concert at Elim Lutheran

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to Hon. John Tunheim, senior U.S. district judge for the Minneosta district about the new Supreme Court session and other court matters (4:30); and award-winning chocolatier Robyn Dochterman of St. Croix Chocolate Company in Marine (29:00). Also included is an update on polling location changes voters need to know (24:00); and an update of local news (48:00). Matt Quast is technical director (though Matt was unavailable for the live recording, so any glitches that occurred during that are not his fault!).This Week’s GuestsHon. John Tunheim, U.S. District Judge, District of Minnesota  Robyn Dochterman, Chocolatier, St. Croix Chocolate CompanyGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington County Business/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryWashington County Elections PageStillwater District 834 Elections – Where to VoteEnchanting Forest – contact Gwen Roden – groden60@gmail.comMarine Mills Folk SchoolMarine Village School

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to Pulitzer Prize-winning author (“The Sixth Extinction”) and New Yorker staff writer Elizabeth Kolbert about the harsh realities of plastic and other major environmental matters (5:00); and local actor David Andrew Macdonald who will soon star in the Guthrie Theater production of “Dial M for Murder” (35:30). Also included is a detailed update of the latest news related to Wilder Forest, Manitou Fund and River Grove School (26:00); and an update of local news (57:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsElizabeth Kolbert, author, New Yorker staff writer David Andrew Macdonald, actorGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryVoting in Washington CountyEnchanting Forest – contact Gwen Roden – groden60@gmail.comO’Brien State Park closures

Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher speak to wild food enthusiast and educator Carson Gross, who shares his expertise on how to forage for mushrooms (4:30); and David Nguyen of the University of Minnesota's Technological Leadership Institute on the possibilities and potential pitfalls of artificial intelligence (35:45). Jim and Gayle also share follow-up insights from many of this past season's guests on recent developments related to their areas of expertise (23:30), and Gayle has an update of local news (53:00). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsDavid H. Nguyen, PhD, Edson Spencer Chair of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Technological Leadership Institute, University of Minnesota Carson Gross, Mushroom, Wild Food Enthusiast and Educator Government Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyCity of StillwaterEventsMarine Plant Trade – Call 651-433-2485 or email laurelsmith361@gmail.comMarine Forest Management Plan – call Wendy Ward – 651-301-0633Scandia Gravel Bed Tree Nursery – call Tom Furey – 612-723-8451Scandia Heritage Alliance Mondale Boat CruiseBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibrarySt. Croix National Scenic RiverwayCall 1-800-PARK-TIPFarmaste Scandia Farmer’s Market

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk with world-renowned journalist and environmental advocate Bill McKibben about the state of climate change and what can be done from here (5:00), and William O’Brien State Park Supervisor Wayne Boerner about the impact of river flooding and construction plans at the park (26:00). Plus, an update on local news (43:15). Matt Quast is technical director.This Week’s GuestsBill McKibben, journalist and environmental advocateThird ActWayne Boerner, manager, William O’Brien State ParkWilliam O’Brien Management PlanGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyArticle links:Bill McKibben – Climate Change is the Legacy of People over the age of 60 (The Guardian)Bill McKibben – This Simple Math Problem Could Be the Key to Solving Our Climate Crisis (Rolling Stone)St. Croix 360 – New members of Wisconsin town board revoke factory farm rules EventsLibrary Presentation on Greenland – ReplayMarine Village School Taco FundraiserGammelgarden Opening WeekendPublic meeting on Osceola Bridge workBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community Library

Co-hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Minnesota native Aaron Bogott, a longtime Russia resident who fled the country after the war began, about his experiences and impressions of the situation in Russia (5:00) and Ryan Ramaley, captain of the Taylors Falls Queen excursion paddleboat as we go for a ride on the river (31:00). Also featured is an in-depth story on late-breaking developments in the River Grove school situation (23:30) and other local news (43:30). Matt Quast is Technical Director.This Week’s GuestsAaron Bogott, Minnesota native who fled RussiaRyan Ramaley, Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours651-465-6315Email) info@taylorsfallsboat.comGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyEventsWild Rivers Conservancy Open Water Celebration Jim and Gayle Library presentation on Biking in Europehttps://www.midwestmtn.com/outdoor-adventure-expos/Business/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryNational Park Service closuresNational Park Service Facebook Updates

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak with Dr. Dennis McKenna, ethnopharmacologist, on the potential therapeutic uses of psychedelics (5:00); and Kyle Potter, Executive Editor, Thrifty Traveler, with advice for the upcoming traveling season (32:30). Plus an update of local news (51:30). Matt Quast is technical director. This Week’s GuestsDennis McKenna, McKenna AcademyESPD EventHeffter Research InstituteHoasca ProjectKyle Potter, Executive Editor, ThriftyTraveler.comGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington CountyArticlesRick Reilly Commentary on Iowa’s Caitlin ClarkUpdate on hog production facility in Burnett CountyAmerican Library Association on Book BansEventsMarine Volunteer Fair – Contact Linda TibbettsScandia Marine Lions Service Project Sampler DayBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community LibraryNorthwoods Humane Society

Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher speak to Craig Hansen, National Park Service Superintendent of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway about the latest on the river as spring approaches (4:30); and Nancy Altman, Co-Founder and President of Social Security Works, about how to save and improve the Social Security system (25:00). Plus,  an update of local news (49:00). Matt Quast is Technical Director.This Week’s GuestsCraig Hansen, St. Croix National Scenic RiverwayReport activity to 1-800-PARK-TIPNancy Altman, Social Security WorksGovernment Links:City of Marine on St. CroixCity of ScandiaMay TownshipWashington County EventsBreakfast with the Easter Bunny in ScandiaArt Reach St. Croix Roz Chast Opening NightBusiness/Organization Links:Marine Community Library Marine Village SchoolMarineZine submissionsmmsuggins@gmail.com