New Film Brings Together Housed and Unhoused. Plus, Giant Bears and Loons
Last year, a protest at Cities Church in St. Paul led to federal prosecutors aggressively charging the demonstrators and journalists present. Contributor Clint Combs explains why the defense is calling it “vindictive prosecution.” Shiny and expensive new sculptures are popping up in Minnesota, but could the money be better spent elsewhere? Plus, ‘My Body My Home’ shares stories of unhoused community members through dance.
Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode:
My Body My Home (zAmya Theater)
Cities Church Protest: Defense Seeks Dismissal of FACE Act Charges (Spokesman-Recorder)
New Sculptures at Allianz (Pioneer Press)
Macalester Sculpture (Pioneer Press)
Donors Could Improve Lives. The Cow Statue Wastes That Power (Mac Weekly)
The Art Walk (Recovery Bike Shop)
If you enjoyed today's interview with the CEO/President of Galena County Tourism, Terry Mattson, learn more here.
Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode:
Twin Cities Con - Use code "FREEKIDSTCC" for free kid tickets
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