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A weekly podcast that breaks down politics, policies, and current events.

29/03/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

00:02:51 – An interview with Three Rivers Park District Board of Commissioner Erin Kolb.
00:31:01 – Recap of the interview with Kolb.
00:34:09 – Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan uses access to abortion as the basis to fill out her brackets for the NCAA Division I men’s and women’s basketball tournaments.
00:46:40 – Minnesota’s Republican members of Congress question Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarity’s prosecution of Trooper Ryan Londregan.
00:55:15 – The announcement that Princess Kate has cancer and the public relations and social media reaction.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-about-parks-with-three-rivers-park-district-board-of-commissioner-erin-kolb?tdest_id=4118451

28/03/2024

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with Adam Platt, the Executive Editor at Twin Cities Business Magazine, who recently wrote a commentary, "Getting to the Big Picture on Rideshare" about the ongoing Uber-Lyft controversy in Minnesota.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/bonus-episode-a-break-down-about-the-ongoing-uber-lyft-controversy-with-adam-platt?tdest_id=4118451

28/03/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

00:01:10 - An interview with Rep. Elliott Engen on his bill to protect access to ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft in Minnesota.
00:21:06 - Recap of the interview with Engen.
00:26:54 - Becky leads a discussion on Governor Tim Walz's comments on abortion.
00:46:55 - Rick Stidger's appalling candidacy for the Minnesota Legislature.
01:02:46 - Trump's "bloodbath" comments.
01:13:39 - A new and potentially one-time segment called "Did Michael break the law?"

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-rep-elliott-engen-on-his-solution-to-the-uber-lyft-controversy?tdest_id=4118451

14/03/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

00:02:51 - An interview with Stephen Foertsch, an attorney for the Minnesota Police & Peace Officers Association (MPPOA) and the Legal Defense Fund Administrator on the prosecution of Minnesota State Patrol Trooper Ryan Londregan by Hennepin County Mary Moriarty.
00:25:08 - Recap of the interview with Foertsch.
00:41:42 - Analysis of President Joe Biden's State of the Union Address and the GOP Response by Alabama Sen. Katie Britt.
01:18:23 - The 2024 Oscars!
01:26:00 - Kirk Cousins leaves the Minnesota Vikings for the Atlanta Falcons.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-about-the-prosecution-of-ryan-londregan-in-hennepin-county?tdest_id=4118451

05/03/2024

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with Representative Harry Niska about recent Minnesota House of Representatives activity that took aim at our state’s religious communities.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode on Wednesday, discussing the results of Super Tuesday. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/bonus-episode-a-break-down-about-religious-freedom-in-minnesota-with-rep-harry-niska?tdest_id=4118451

15/02/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

00:01:11 - The Super Bowl, the halftime show, the commercials, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.
00:17:51 - An interview with Bill Walsh with the Center for the American Experiment on arsonists targeting their offices.
00:43:09 - A recap of our interview with Walsh.
00:44:42 - The special counsel report on President Joe Biden's handling of classified documents

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-bill-walsh-on-the-arson-at-the-offices-of-conservative-organizations?tdest_id=4118451

07/02/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

* 00:02:14 - An interview with Representative Kristin Robbins.
* 00:25:13 - Recap of the interview with Robbins.
* 00:29:59 - The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Saga.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-rep-kristin-robbins?tdest_id=4118451

30/01/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb, Becky Scherr, and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following:

* 00:01:10 - An interview with Minneapolis City Council Member Linea Palmisano.
* 00:04:49 - Key issues Palmisano has focused on since being elected to the Minneapolis City Council.
* 00:11:45 - A discussion on the resolution passed by the Minneapolis City Council related to the Hamas-Israel War.
* 00:26:50 - An explanation of the alternative resolution introduced by Palmisano.
* 00:36:09 - The rise of animosity and hostility towards elected officials.
* 00:44:58 - Next steps with the resolution passed by the council.
* 00:51:01 - A recap of the interview with Palmisano.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-minneapolis-city-council-member-linea-palmisano?tdest_id=4118451

24/01/2024

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky featuring Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr will be LIVE at 8:30 PM TONIGHT, with Democrats Susie Lewis with Dean Phillips' campaign and former Rep. Ryan Winkler and Republicans Rep. Walter Hudson and John Rouleau for top-notch analysis and commentary on the results of the New Hampshire Primary.

23/01/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

00:01:39 - An interview with Shannon Watson, executive director and founder of Majority in the Middle.
00:07:21 - Explain Majority in the Middle.
00:16:23 - What are the goals of Majority in the Middle?
00:26:30 - Majority in the Middle's “The State of Bipartisanship” report.
00:51:00 - Majority in the Middle's upcoming event - Silly Question Saturday at the Minnesota State Capitol.
00:56:48 - A recap of the interview with Watson.
01:01:17 - Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and the NFL.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-about-bipartisanship-with-shannon-watson-of-majority-in-the-middle?tdest_id=4118451

19/01/2024

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Rep. Walter Hudson, John Rouleau, Preya Samsundar, and Dave Thul for a break down of the upcoming 2024 New Hampshire Primary.

00:01:48 - Understanding the New Hampshire Primary, voting process, and delegate allocation.
00:11:15 - Overview of the major candidates participating in the 2024 New Hampshire Primary.
00:11:15 - Significance of the 2024 New Hampshire Primary in the race for the GOP nomination for president.
00:39:23 - Predictions: Who will win the 2024 New Hampshire Primary?
00:46:39 - The noncontroversy controversy over the Democratic National Committee mocking former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/bonus-episode-a-break-down-of-the-2024-new-hampshire-primary?tdest_id=4118451

16/01/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

*00:02:09 - An announcement on upcoming bonus episodes on the race for president.
*00:06:00 - Analysis and commentary on the results of the Iowa Republican Caucuses. We previewed the Iowa Republican Caucuses in a special bonus episode last week.
*00:39:39 - The rise of Dean Phillips in the polls.
*00:45:02 - The Republican Party of Minnesota stakes a flag in the fight over Minnesota's new state flag.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-of-the-results-of-the-2024-iowa-republican-caucuses?tdest_id=4118451

14/01/2024

🗳️: 2024 is a big year for elections! Stay informed by listening to analysis, commentary, and deep discussions on The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.

Join the discussion now!

🎧: The 2024 Iowa GOP Caucuses -> http://mbrdkrb.com/3HC18Fv

🎧: The Trump factor in MN politics -> http://mbrdkrb.com/3S9iJKS

13/01/2024

On this special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Rep. Walter Hudson, John Rouleau, and Preya Samsundar for a break down of the upcoming 2024 Iowa Republican Caucuses.

* 00:02:09 - The differences between a caucus and a primary.
* 00:06:00 - Historical context of the role of the Iowa Caucuses in the previous battles for the Republican nomination for president.
* 00:18:15 - An explanation of how the Iowa Republican Caucuses work.
* 00:34:18 - Discussion on the major candidates participating in the Iowa Caucuses and their campaign strategies.
* 00:50:20 - Potential impact of the Iowa Caucus results on the nomination process.
* 00:55:50 - Predictions: Who will win the 2024 Iowa Republican Caucuses?

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/bonus-episode-a-break-down-of-the-2024-republican-iowa-caucuses?tdest_id=4118451

09/01/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

* 00:01:43 - A panel discussion with Republicans Andy Brehm and former Rep. Kelly Fenton about the recent endorsement of former President Donald * * Trump by the Minnesota Republican Congressional Delegation.
* 00:49:15 - A recap of the panel discussion with Brehm and Fenton.
* 01:20:32 - The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky's Football Pick'em Pool - MICHAEL WINS!

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-republicans-andy-brehm-and-former-rep-kelly-fenton?tdest_id=4118451

02/01/2024

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

00:01:08 - A look back at 2023, a discussion on New Year resolutions, and plans for 2024.
00:19:09 - An interview with attorney Sarah Gad on her challenge against Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) in the DFL Primary Election for Congress in Minnesota's Fifth Congressional District.
01:08:57 - A recap of the interview with Gad.
01:20:32 - The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky's Football Pick'em Pool.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-sarah-gad-on-her-challenge-against-rep-ilhan-omar?tdest_id=4118451

01/01/2024

🎉 Happy New Year! We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your support!

Big episodes are coming with insightful discussions, expert interviews, and thought-provoking analysis.

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26/12/2023

NOW: Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with vexillophile
Carl Yaeger on his objections to Minnesota's new state flag.

Yaeger reviewed 2,200 proposed flag designs, so he's our flag expert for The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.

You can't miss this episode! Listen now- > mbrdkrb.com/3GYCsX8

26/12/2023

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

00:01:22 - An interview with vexillophile Carl Yaeger about Minnesota's new state flag.
00:38:39 - A recap of our interview with Yaeger.
00:39:51 - The Colorado Supreme Court's decision that former president Donald Trump is disqualified from appearing on the state's primary ballot.
00:51:12 - Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie did not submit the necessary signatures to qualify for the Republican presidential primary election in Maine and shouldn't appear on the state's primary ballot.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-about-minnesotas-new-state-flag-with-vexillophile-carl-yaeger?tdest_id=4118451

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas from the The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr!

19/12/2023

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

*00:01:24 - An interview with Anna Mathews, executive director of the Republican Party of Minnesota.
*00:05:06 - Mathews talks about her unwavering confidence in MN GOP Chairman David Hann.
*00:07:50 - Mathews discusses the state party's role and the differences between the chairman and the executive director.
*00:21:00 - Mathews gives her take on the recent events at the Republican Party of Minnesota's State Central Committee meeting.
*00:44:39 - Mathews talks about the upcoming precinct caucuses and presidential primary in Minnesota.
*00:59:38 - A recap of the interview with Mathews.
*01:02:37 - The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky's Football Pick'em Pool.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-anna-mathews-executive-director-of-the-republican-party-of-minnesota?tdest_id=4118451

13/12/2023

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

*00:01:24 - The return of Becky Scherr and a break down of the Scherr wedding.
*00:05:30 - A break down of the interview with Don Samuels and the reaction from Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and the media.
*00:19:02 - An update on the local politics of Blaine in the aftermath of our interview with Mayor Tim Sanders.
*00:33:07 - A break down of the Republican Party of Minnesota's State Central Committee meeting on Saturday.
*00:44:31 - The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky's Football Pick'em Pool.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-brodkorb-and-becky-the-return-of-becky-scherr?tdest_id=4118451

12/12/2023

NEW: On the latest episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb talk with the City of Blaine, Minnesota, Government Mayor Tim Sanders about local politics, recent media stories, and the dynamics of city government.

Listen now -> mbrdkrb.com/47I0ykO

05/12/2023

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and special guest co-host Jeff Kolb break down the following:

*00:01:32 - An interview with Blaine Mayor Tim Sanders about local politics, recent media stories about Blaine, and the dynamics of serving in city government.
*00:58:14 - A recap of the interview with Sanders.
*01:14:14 - A break down of the best local Christmas light show - The Crystal Light Show.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-about-local-politics-with-blaine-mayor-tim-sanders?tdest_id=4118451

28/11/2023

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb, special guest co-host Jeff Kolb, and Mike Zipko break down the following:

00:01:28 - An interview with Ethan Roberts, deputy executive director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, about the antisemitic "Israel-Palestine" resolution passed by the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers.
00:36:23 - A break down on media coverage of the Israel-Hama War.
01:04:05 - A recap of the interview with Roberts.
The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week.

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A break down with Jacob Millner with the American Jewish Committee on the ongoing threat to Israel http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-ethan-roberts-of-the-jewish-community-relations-council?tdest_id=4118451

23/11/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky!

21/11/2023

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

* 00:01:28 - An interview with Don Samuels, a former Minneapolis City Council and School Board member, on his rematch against Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-
MN) in the DFL Primary Election for Congress in Minnesota's Fifth Congressional District.
* 00:36:57 - A recap of the interview with Samuels.
* 00:44:38 - The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky's Football Pick'em Pool.
* 00:47:05 - A break down about Thanksgiving.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-don-samuels-on-his-rematch-against-rep-ilhan-omar?tdest_id=4118451

14/11/2023

On this special episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr celebrate the one-year anniversary of their podcast by breaking down the following:

*00:01:32 - One year of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.
*00:04:06 - How the podcast started.
*00:08:43 - What they've learned.
*00:18:30 - What mistakes they made.
*00:23:09 - The evolution of the podcast.
*00:24:21 - All of the fantastic guests.
*00:44:08 - Plans for moving forward.
*00:52:17 - Highlighting our past episodes.
*00:53:25 - A second helping of the Food Fight with Brodkorb and Becky.
*00:58:38 - The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky's Football Pick'em Pool.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/the-one-year-anniversary-of-the-break-down-with-brodkorb-and-becky?tdest_id=4118451

10/11/2023

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr are joined by Rep. Hudson, John Rouleau, and Preya Samsundar for analysis on Tuesday's election results and commentary about the third GOP presidential debate held on Wednesday in Miami, Florida.

* 00:01:47 - Duluth mayoral race.
* 00:10:14 - City council elections in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
* 00:22:32 - School board elections.
* 00:38:05 - The third GOP presidential debate. Key moments? Who won?
* 00:54:30 - Who will be the next GOP presidential candidate to drop out?
* 01:01:30 - The Minnesota Supreme Court dismissed a legal challenge - for now - to remove former President Donald Trump from the ballot in Minnesota.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-of-tuesdays-election-results-and-the-third-gop-presidential-debate?tdest_id=4118451

31/10/2023

On this episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr break down the following:

*00:01:34 - It's Halloween! Michael and Becky discuss how Halloween is the best holiday!
*00:30:02 - An interview about upcoming school board elections with Cristine Trooien, executive director of the Minnesota Parents Alliance.
*00:49:27 - A recap of the interview with Trooien.
*00:57:40 - The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky's Football Pick'em Pool.

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week. http://sites.libsyn.com/447771/a-break-down-with-cristine-trooien-of-the-minnesota-parents-alliance?tdest_id=4118451

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TONIGHT: The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky Live Stream: New Hampshire Primary Analysis

NOW: Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with vexillophile Carl Yaeger on his objections to Minnesota's new state flag. Yaeger reviewed 2,200 proposed flag designs, so he's our flag expert for The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky. You can't miss this episode! Listen now- > mbrdkrb.com/3GYCsX8

NEW: On the latest episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr talk with State Representative Leigh Finke about her groundbreaking first legislative session. Listen now -> mbrdkrb.com/3Pc6QB4

TOMORROW: On a special bonus episode of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky, Thomas Gallagher talks with Michael Brodkorb and Becky Scherr about marijuana legalization and public safety in Minnesota. Subscribe here to listen -> http://bbbreakpod.com

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky Live Stream: Post-GOP Presidential Debate Analysis

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will be LIVE at 10:15 PM with Rep. Walter Hudson, John Rouleau, and Preya Samsundar for top-notch analysis and commentary IMMEDIATELY after the first GOP presidential debate. Stay tuned for more details. We hope you can join us on Wednesday!

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