Holding Court Podcast

By popular demand, Ron and Lucy are joined by Joe Friedberg to share their thoughts on Netflix's new documentary series, Making A Murderer. A trio made up of two lawyers and a journalist, together they deliver a great point of view. Ron also weighs in on the latest developments in Bill Cosby's case.

In a very special best of episode, we're featuring two great interviews. First, we look back on our conversation with an Iranian Muslim that is a naturalized American citizen. He discussed his thoughts and concerns on Donald Trump's recent anti-Muslim comments, his experiences as a Muslim immigrant in America, and more. Then we are highlight a conversation with author Rick Shefchik as he shares stories about the lives of 1960's Rock 'N' Roll artists and reminisces on the dawn of the Minnesota music scene.  If you enjoyed either of these interviews and would like to listen to the full episode, you can easily find all of our episodes on the "Holding Court" app. We are also on iTunes, Stitcher, player.fm, and more.

Following the most recent GOP Debate and with Ron out of town, Todd Rapp joins Lucy in studio to weigh in with his opinion on the landscape of the Republican party. They're later joined by Doug Berdie, author of "Damn Near Perfect Cocktail," to discuss the best mixtures and concoctions that make up the tastiest of alcoholic drinks. 

An Iranian Muslim that is a naturalized American citizen joined Ron and Lucy to discuss his thoughts and concerns on Donald Trump's recent anti-Muslim comments, his experiences as a Muslim immigrant in America, and more.

Just one day after the mass shooting in San Bernardino that left 14 dead, Todd Rapp joins Ron and Lucy to discuss how recent terrorist acts will impact the 2016 Presidential Election and the way that the candidates will campaign leading up to it. Plus, Ron Coomer joins to talk baseball, signing deals, and more.

In this very special "Best Of" episode, we feature conversations with #GoTopless-Minneapolis leader Faith Nuemann and mobster Whitey Bulger's right-hand man, Kevin Weeks.

State Representative and police officer Dan Schoen shares his thoughts and perspective on the North Minneapolis shooting of Jamar Clark, the 4th precinct shutdown and I94 shutdown protests that followed, how the mayor of Minneapolis is handling the situation, and more. Plus, Michael Brodkorb is also in-studio to discuss two missing Lakeville sisters, Samantha and Gianna Grazzini-Rucki, being found at a Western Minnesota horse farm after being missing for over two years.

Author Rick Shefchik holds Ron and Lucy rapt as he shares stories about the lives of 1960's Rock 'N' Roll artists and reminisces on the dawn of the Minnesota music scene. His book, “Everybody’s Heard About the Bird: The True Story of 1960s Rock-N-Roll in Minnesota," is selling fast and available on Amazon.

Joe Friedberg joins Ron and Lucy following the news that a "person of interest" was named in the kidnapping of Jacob Wetterling to share his insight on what these new developments mean (or don't mean) for the case. Plus, Ron and Lucy discuss presidential politics and post-GOP Debate whining.

Hot off the heels of the third GOP Debate, Todd Rapp joins Ron and Lucy to talk about who won, who lost, and who'll survive. Plus, the Star Tribune's Jim Souhan joins in to share his thoughts on Jerry Kill's retirement and the media coverage that followed, as well as the passing of Timberwolves coach Flip Saunders.

Michael Brodkorb joins Ron and Lucy to discuss new developments in the bizarre case of two missing Lakeville teens and shares information that has been unreported in other media outlets. Plus, Ron and Lucy discuss the latest news on Jesse Ventura's defamation lawsuit against "American Sniper" Chris Kyle's estate.

Tom Emmer joins Ron to share his thoughts on the state of the House, the first Democratic Debate, Donald Trump's future in the presidential election, and more. Plus, Joe Friedberg discusses updates in the case of Walter Palmer and Cecil the Lion, and shares thoughts on his experience as Walter's lawyer.

Tom Barnard and firearms instructor Michael Briggs join Ron and Lucy to discuss mass shootings and gun control laws following the tragic shooting at Umpqua Community College in Oregon. Plus, Tom talks about the Vince Flynn book release fund raiser, meeting Rush Limbaugh, and more.

St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman joins Ron and Lucy following his meeting with Black Lives Matter-St. Paul earlier in the day as they discuss the entire movement, their mission, their methods, and what the city of St. Paul plans to do about it all. Plus, the Star Tribune's Rachel Blount talks about a sexual harassment case at UMD, and Todd Rapp elbows his way into the studio to discuss presidential politics.

Following a fascinating conversation with former mobster Kevin Weeks in our last episode Ron and Lucy compare events in Black Mass to the real story as told by Kevin. Plus, Joe Friedberg joins to discuss plea bargain bribery for snitches, the recent controversy surrounding Chicago Blackhawks player Patrick Kane, and more.

Former-mobster Kevin Weeks, Whitey Bulger's right-hand man and later one of the cooperating witnesses in his trial, joins Ron and Lucy on the eve of the "Black Mass" theatrical release. He candidly talks about the murders, blackmailing, money, and many more aspects of his experience as a key player in Boston's Irish Mob.

Guests Todd Gramenz and Antone Melton-Meaux join Ron and Lucy to give their thoughts on the actions of the Black Lives Matter movement. Todd established a booth at the State Fair selling Black Lives Matter and All Lives Matter merchandise; Antone wrote an opinion piece published in the Star Tribune entitled, "Black Lives Matter movement must be accountable, broaden vision." Then Mike Bryant and former cop Mike Grostyan discusses inadequacies of U's vetting of Norwood Teague.

Ron is joined by Joe Friedberg to cover a variety of topics including the death of T. Eugene Thompson, the St. Paul attorney who had his wife murdered for insurance money and whose trial and conviction 52 years ago "riveted the nation." Plus, they also discuss two Minnesota State Representatives who were caught "exchanging documents" in a park and now face misdemeanors, Brady vs. Gooddell, and a KY clerk that is refusing to issue marriage licenses to gay couples.  

Go Topless-Minneapolis leader Faith Newman came in studio to discuss the #GoTopless movement with Ron and Lucy. Faith shares her thoughts on a woman's right to bare her breasts in public, pornography vs. nudity, and protesting for what she believes in. Plus, ESPN's Kevin Seifert talks Cris Carter's controversial comments directed at NFL rookies telling them to "get a fall guy."

Michael Brodkorb joined Ron and his in-studio guests, Joe and Cathy Daly, to discuss new developments in the story of two missing Lakeville teens, Samantha and Gianna Rucki. Plus, Joe talks about the Constitution and 14th Amendment following Donald Trump's recent comments on birthright citizenship.