<![CDATA[The Daily Agenda: Podcasts]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/s/podcastshttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Gvan!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8db81261-ed33-4f9f-a9f7-2bfae0e0444f_1280x1280.pngThe Daily Agenda: Podcastshttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/s/podcastsSubstackTue, 26 May 2026 07:09:32 GMT<![CDATA[The Sunday Take | Counting Down to the Final Gavel on the Session]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/the-sunday-take-counting-down-tohttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/the-sunday-take-counting-down-toSun, 17 May 2026 16:06:46 GMTIt is going to be a long final stretch into Monday for the members of the legislative session at the State Capitol to finish out this session leading up to the midnight deadline and Blois shares what needs to be done, if and how can Minnesota leaders reach an agreement on gun legislation, who has been the stronger side throughout the session, the latest development with HCMC and Rahul Koranne, President and CEO with Minnesota Hospital Association on the latest with this session, take some of your calls and texts and more!

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]]><![CDATA[The Sunday Take | Mothers Day and Michele Tafoya on her run for Senate]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/the-sunday-take-mothers-day-and-michelehttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/the-sunday-take-mothers-day-and-micheleSun, 10 May 2026 17:42:07 GMTWe begin the show paying tribute to all of the moms out there, then we sit down with Michele Tafoya who is currently running for a Senate seat in Minnesota but also dive deeper into the War in Iran, caucuses, what Republicans need to do to turn the tide in Minnesota, and much more.

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]]><![CDATA[The Sunday (Sports) Take - The Mood of Minnesota]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/the-sunday-sports-take-the-mood-ofhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/the-sunday-sports-take-the-mood-ofSun, 03 May 2026 17:29:47 GMTThis Sunday Take we tried a different spin on the show - given the success of Minnesota sports on Thursday night where the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Wild both advanced to the next round with wins and while we are still riding the wave of winning - Blois chats with Dan Whenesota, Minnesota sports historian and Howard Sinker, sports editor for the Minnesota Star Tribune about the legacy of heartbreak in Minnesota sports and why the feeling is different this time around as we check in on the (sports) mood in Minnesota.

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]]><![CDATA[Reaction to D.C. incident + Sen. Ann Rest & Rep. Mary Franson]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/reaction-to-dc-incident-sen-ann-resthttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/reaction-to-dc-incident-sen-ann-restSun, 26 Apr 2026 20:21:04 GMTRight out of the gate Blois discusses a variety of topics from the week, including the incident last night in Washington D.C. with the Correspondents Dinner. Then we talked to Senator Ann Rest (DFL) about the current session and how effective a tax bill could be for Minnesota. Then we pivot to chat bonding bill and more with Representative Mary Franson (R), and finally Blois shares this week’s take including more reaction to the incident at the Correspondents Dinner, the new Walz book, State of the State this Tuesday and more.

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]]><![CDATA[Reflection near the end of the Session at the TwinWest Legislative Breakfast]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/reflection-near-the-end-of-the-sessionhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/reflection-near-the-end-of-the-sessionSun, 19 Apr 2026 16:54:09 GMTWe are nearing the end of the line for the session for 2026, with that said - legislative leaders Sen. Nick Frentz (DFL) Sen. Mark Johnson (GOP), Rep. Jamie Long (DFL) and Rep. Harry Niska (GOP) discusses the biggest session topics with 4 weeks left including any regrets from the past 3 years at the TwinWest Legislative Breakfast. Then Blois shares this week’s take.

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]]><![CDATA[Rep. Ben Bakeberg, Sen. Mary Kunesh on Education, School Safety and more]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/rep-ben-bakeberg-sen-mary-kuneshhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/rep-ben-bakeberg-sen-mary-kuneshSun, 12 Apr 2026 16:35:52 GMTLegislators returned this week to resume the session after the Easter/Passover break and now we look ahead to what is next. From Lisa Demuth running for Governor to some of the key debates coming up - Blois breaks it all down and then we dive into a very key part of this session and that is the schools in Minnesota from education to school safety and even an upcoming statewide ballot amendment slated potentially for Fall 2026 - Blois sits down with Representative Ben Bakeberg and Senator Mary Kunesh to sift through the importance of schools in this session, the future of education for our children and much more! Then Blois shares this week’s take which yes, is regarding schools.

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]]><![CDATA[GOP Leader Harry Niska and DFL Rep. Matt Norris on Easter Break and Rest of Session]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/gop-leader-harry-niska-and-dfl-rephttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/gop-leader-harry-niska-and-dfl-repSun, 05 Apr 2026 22:23:33 GMTIt is the Easter and Passover break for those in the Minnesota Legislature so we talked to both Republican Leader Harry Niska and then DFL Rep. Matt Norris on things they have heard while on break, doorknocking in their districts and through various conversations and what can be expected to get done this session! Then Blois shares this week’s take.

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]]><![CDATA[Checking in on The Mood of Minnesota]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/checking-in-on-the-mood-of-minnesotahttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/checking-in-on-the-mood-of-minnesotaMon, 30 Mar 2026 00:05:42 GMTTo begin today’s show - Blois reflects on the events of 2026 and even some of the key events of 2025 and we reflect on the ‘No Kings’ rallies in Minnesota this weekend. We open up the texts and calls to your concerns and current mood of Minnesota from taxes, agriculture, budget spending concerns, even nationally when it comes to the Trump Administration, and much more. Also what does the outlook of the Election year look like for mid terms as right now it seems as if a “blue wave” is coming, Klobuchar’s role in Minnesota and much more - we leave it open to you for where we are in Minnesota currently! Finally, Blois shares this week’s take and it pertains to communication with legislators outside of the office and breaking the bubble of differences we all face.

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]]><![CDATA[Representative Jon Koznick and Senator Scott Dibble on Transportation]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/representative-jon-koznick-and-senatorhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/representative-jon-koznick-and-senatorSun, 22 Mar 2026 17:49:23 GMTIt was a busy Saturday in certain parts of Minnesota with two conventions being held - one went as planned, the other not so much - Blois reacts to the latest happenings with that, a panel he moderated this past week and the latest with the current session and that leads us to today’s topic - Transportation and Blois chats with Rep. Jon Koznick R-Lakeville and Sen. Scott Dibble DFL – Minneapolis about transportation in Minnesota whether it is transit, Waymo and much more! Finally, Blois shares this week’s take.

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]]><![CDATA[Capitol Check In and Senator Ron Latz]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/capitol-check-in-and-senator-ronhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/capitol-check-in-and-senator-ronSun, 15 Mar 2026 16:27:23 GMTThis week Blois provides a check in from the Capitol amid the few times he had the chance to sit in on the current session over in Saint Paul then Blois sits down with Senator Ron Latz to discuss gun legislation at the Capitol as well following hearings this past week being held on gun control! Then Blois shares this week's take.

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]]><![CDATA[The current state of the Minnesota workforce]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/the-current-state-of-the-minnesotahttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/the-current-state-of-the-minnesotaSun, 08 Mar 2026 20:00:02 GMTThis week Blois recaps the Minnesota Chamber Workforce Summit beginning with Sean O’Neil, Senior Director of Economic Development and Research – Minnesota Chamber. Then we hear from a panel of guests including Chancellor Scott Olson, Minnesota State, President Rob Vischer, University of St. Thomas, Dr. Rebecca Cunningham, President, University of Minnesota, Doug Loon, President and CEO, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, then finally we get this week’s take from Blois on the workforce.

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]]><![CDATA[Mining and the Iron Range in Minnesota in 2026]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/mining-and-the-iron-range-in-minnesotahttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/mining-and-the-iron-range-in-minnesotaSun, 01 Mar 2026 19:02:53 GMTIt was a tumultuous Saturday in the country and the world as the United States and Israel has officially taken military action against Iran and vice versa - Blois gets into a little of that. Also it is the first week of the State Tournament for Boy’s Hockey over at Grand Casino Arena and we wanted to dive into the topic of mining and the Iron Range of Minnesota with Rep. Spencer Igo, Sen. Grant Hauschild and Mining Minnesota CEO Julie Lucas as it is a key topic of discussion in this new legislative session.

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]]><![CDATA[Housing with Rep. Agbaje and CEO First Housing James Vagle]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/housing-with-rep-agbaje-and-ceo-firsthttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/housing-with-rep-agbaje-and-ceo-firstSun, 22 Feb 2026 17:41:55 GMTWell we got through the first week officially of the legislative session and as promised Blois dives into some of the key issues in Minnesota and with this session - this week it is housing. He sits down with both the CEO of First Housing James Vagle and Representative Esther Agbaje (D) to break down the needs of the housing situation in Minnesota, why so many times housing has never really reached a solution on the floor and what to expect this session when it comes to the housing market in Minnesota! Finally, Blois shares a story related to housing and ties in the challenges and economic policy involved with housing.

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]]><![CDATA[Rep Michelle Fischbach and Richard Syverson, MN Corn Growers]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/rep-michelle-fischbach-and-richardhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/rep-michelle-fischbach-and-richardSun, 15 Feb 2026 20:46:56 GMTIt has been a year of news in just the first five weeks in Minnesota - so we try to pivot into focusing on the upcoming session! First, Blois sits down with Richard Syverson, a farmer in Western Minnesota and a member of the Minnesota Corn Growers Association - we discuss the use of E-15 in our fuels and its importance to Minnesota corn growers! Then Blois sits down with Rep Michelle Fischbach on ICE and Homeland Security in Minnesota and what she hopes to see Congress get done early on here in 2026. Then Blois shares this week’s take.

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]]><![CDATA[How can the state help stabilize the finances with HCMC?]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/how-can-the-state-help-stabilizehttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/how-can-the-state-help-stabilizeSun, 08 Feb 2026 20:29:41 GMTWe begin today’s show recapping the caucus week including a strong showing from Rep. Lisa Demuth in the Governor’s race and also begin to try to shift the focus on some of the pressing issues of the state and the upcoming session beginning with severe cuts from HCMC and the financial struggles Hennepin Healthcare (and other medical care facilities) are facing currently - Blois sits down with Hennepin County Commissioner Jeff Lunde as well as HCMC co-CEO J. Kevin Crosston to break down the financial hurdles they face. Finally, Blois shares this week’s take.

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]]><![CDATA[Previewing Caucus Week and Rep. Paul Torkelson]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/previewing-caucus-week-and-rep-paulhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/previewing-caucus-week-and-rep-paulSun, 01 Feb 2026 21:02:10 GMTIt is finally February which means we made it through January - now Blois previews a busy first week as caucuses get underway this week and another month in politics begins! Then Blois sits down with Rep. Paul Torkelson on his service, why he’s retiring from the legislature, and what has changed after 9 terms and finally, Blois shares this week’s take.

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]]><![CDATA[Another Dark Weekend in MN and Rep. Dave Baker]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/another-dark-weekend-in-mn-and-rephttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/another-dark-weekend-in-mn-and-repSun, 25 Jan 2026 19:13:12 GMTWe begin the show obviously on a somber note where Blois recaps another tragedy in Minneapolis on Saturday involving Operation Metro Surge where ICE shot and killed another U.S. citizen and what comes next for this state! Also, this week Blois sits down with Representative Dave Baker of Willmar on ICE activity in Greater MN. Then Blois shares this week’s take.

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]]><![CDATA[ICE and Leadership in Minnesota and Tom Emmer]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/ice-and-leadership-in-minnesota-andhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/ice-and-leadership-in-minnesota-andSun, 18 Jan 2026 16:12:52 GMTThe presence of ICE in Minnesota has become one of the more dominant news stories in 2026 and Blois discusses how this could impact the 2026 election, then he sits down with Majority Whip of the House of Representatives Tom Emmer to talk more about this, ICE and current state of Congress as we head into a new legislative session and for this week’s take, Blois calls out to leadership in Minnesota when it comes to 2026 and the future of Minnesota as we head closer to the Election.

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]]><![CDATA[Minnesota fraud and Judy Randall, MN Leg. Auditor joins]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/minnesota-fraud-and-judy-randallhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/minnesota-fraud-and-judy-randallSun, 11 Jan 2026 19:48:57 GMTWell it has been quite the week in Minnesota and once again this state is in the national spotlight - Blois begins recapping some of the key points of this week. Then he chats with Judy Randall, Minnesota’s Legislative Auditor discussing backdated documents, multiple findings in the latest audit of Behavioral Health Services, this week's hearings and the ongoing fraud problem in Minnesota and then Blois shares this week’s take.

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]]><![CDATA[DEED Commissioner Matt Varilek on Paid Family Medical Leave and more]]>https://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/deed-commissioner-matt-varilek-onhttps://www.thedailyagenda.com/p/deed-commissioner-matt-varilek-onMon, 05 Jan 2026 13:18:16 GMTOn the first show of 2026, Blois talks to DEED Commissioner Matt Varilek about the newest - and perhaps most controversial - laws in the state, Paid Family Medical Leave.

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