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Esme Murphy

Saturday Night with Esme Murphy
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Episodes

Dave Schultz

Dave Shultz from Hamline University joins Esme's show to talk about how COVID 19 is impacting presidential politics.

Mar 29, 202011 min

Joe Tamburino

Defense attorney Joe Tamburino joins Esme to talk about what your rights are in the midst of the state shut down.

Mar 29, 202019 min

Liang Ding

Liang Ding, an economics professor at Macalester College, talks about the impact coronavirus has had on China.

Mar 29, 202020 min

Prof David Schultz

Esme is joined by political analyst Professor David Schultz who talks about how the coronavirus will impact the next presidential election.

Mar 26, 202016 min

Can Pete and Bernie maintain their lead?

Can Pete and Bernie keep their front runner status for the long haul? Esme discusses that with Professor David Schultz with Hamline University.

Feb 16, 202010 min

Alcohol deaths in women on the rise

A recent study shows that deaths associated with alcohol use among women rose 85%. Why are more women drinking? Lydia Burr, the Director of Clinical Services at Hazelden Betty Ford explains the reason why with Esme.

Feb 16, 202017 min

Program helps students in need

Esme chats with two students in charge of a program at Fairbault High School that provides free clothing and other items for their classmates who are in need.

Feb 03, 202013 min

Rep. Ruth Richardson talks insulin debate

Rep. Ruth Richardson from Mendota Heights talks about the insulin debate and her hope to make legislation to limit the cost of the life saving drug.

Feb 03, 202018 min

01-04-20 - Saturday Night with Esme - Political Ramifications.mp3

Professor Dave Schultz has a lot to process. He joins Esme to discuss the military strike that killed a top Iranian General, the race for the Democratic Presidential nomination, and what we can expect from the revamped Minneapolis Primary.

Jan 04, 202048 min

01-04-20 - Saturday Night with Esme - US-Iran Escalation.mp3

After a U.S. military strike killed a top Iranian General, what now? Tom Goutiere, former Dean of Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Nebraska, and Hardin Lang, Vice President for Programs and Policy at Refugees International, offer analysis and impact from various angles.

Jan 04, 202025 min

01-04-20 - Saturday Night with Esme - Drake Fire Help.mp3

Last week, a devastating fire engulfed large portions of Minneapolis' Drake Hotel. Since that time, The First Covenant Church has been one of the institutions to have helped those effected by the fire. Pastor Dan Collison explains the efforts made by the church.

Jan 04, 202023 min

01-04-20 - Saturday Night with Esme - Pancreatic Cancer.mp3

This type of Cancer is not talked about as much as other types. But it has gained more notice due to the recent diagnoses of "Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek and Congressman John Lewis. Abbott Northwestern Hospital oncologist Dr. Joseph Leach describes the symptoms, signs, and effects of this disease.

Jan 04, 202020 min

12-14-19 David Schultz.mp3

It's a busy time in the world of politics. David Schultz joins Esme to talk about the Impeachment hearings, the upcoming Iowa Caucuses, and other topics effecting the state and Washington, D.C.

Dec 14, 201934 min

"ONLY SHELETTA!"

"ONLY SHELETTA" is all Esme Murphy could scream when she learned that WCCO Radio producer Sheletta Brundidge was featured in People Magazine's 2019 People Of The Year edition.

Dec 08, 20193 min

Is it safe to travel to Mexico?

Is it safe for Americans to vacation in Mexico right now? Sheryl Hill, founder of Depart Smart talks safety tips while traveling abroad.

Dec 08, 201921 min

Dave Schultz talks politics

Esme chats with Dave Schultz, Professor of Law at Hamline University about the latest political news.

Dec 01, 201912 min

Can retailers keep up with Amazon?

Esme chats with Jim Hagen, Emeritus professor of Global Business Strategy at Hamline School of Business. The two talk about whether or not retailers are able to keep up with Amazon.

Dec 01, 201916 min

Early childhood classes aren't just for kids

Esme and Sheletta talk about the importance of ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) classes. They aren't just for the kids. These classes, offered through school districts across the state, provide education and support for parents too.

Dec 01, 20194 min

11-9-19 Esme Murphy- 8pm Hour

Dave Schultz-Prof. of Law, Hamline University joins Esme. They talk about the week in politics.

Nov 12, 201939 min

11-9-19 Esme Murphy- 7pm Hour

Esme talks to Dr. Jordan Dunitz-Director of U of M Cystic Fibrosis Center. The FDA has approved a new drug for the treatment of cystic fibrosis. What is it and how does it work? And a Chinese app called Tik Tok is probably on your kids phone or device and some folks in Washington are not too happy about that. Why are some considering this video and music app a threat?

Nov 12, 201940 min

11-9-19 Esme Murphy- 6pm Hour

Esme has two guests in the 6pm hour. Rolf Nordstrom, President and CEO, Great Plains institute on the Trump Administration's pulling out of the Paris Climate Accord. And Mary Curtin, Diplomat in Residence, Humphrey School of Public Affairs on the Brexit deal.

Nov 12, 201939 min

10-12-19 Esme Murphy - 8PM

Professor Dave Schultz is back to discuss current politcis, President Trump's rally at Target Center and Dave's blog.

Oct 13, 201923 min

10-12-19 Esme Murphy - 7PM

Ann Waltner, Professor of History at the University of Minnesota joins Esme to discuss the protest that have been taking place in Hong Kong since August. What has been the cause of these. Chris Hine, Timberwolves reporter for the Star Tribune talks with Esme about the Timberwolves upcoming season, the relationship between the NBA and China and more.

Oct 13, 201936 min

10-12-19 Esme Murphy - 6PM

Esme's back. Her first guest is Tobacco Control Manager at the Minnesota Department of Health, Laura Oliven. Later in the hour she has William Grier; Community Health Programs Supervisor at Red Door Clinic to discuss the rising rate of STD's in Minnesota and the United States.

Oct 13, 201940 min

7-6-19 Esme Murphy - Roshini Rajkumar in for Esme - 8PM

Air BnB's Midwest Communications Director Ben Briet joins Roshini to discuss using Air BnB's this summer instead of hotels or resorts. Later, Dr. Justine Lee, of Animal Emergency and Referral Center of MN talks the dangers of feeding your cats or dogs "boutique" food. The FDA warns, some dogs are dying from this. WCCO's Sports Huddle host Dave Mona wraps up the show with Roshini to discuss his annual "Camden's Concert" to raise money for cystic fibrosis. For more information visit: http://camden...

Jul 07, 201940 min

7-6-19 Esme Murphy - Roshini Rajkumar in for Esme - 7PM

Sports, Business, & Entertainment Lawyer Steve Silton comes in studio with Roshini at the beginning of the hour to go over a lot of the signings and trades happening in the sports world. Former instructor at the US Military Academy-West Point Dick Middleton joins to discuss St. Louis Park City Council re-meeting Monday after it voted to drop the Pledge of Allegiance to open council meetings.

Jul 07, 201942 min

7-6-19 Esme Murphy - Roshini Rajkumar in for Esme - 6PM

Paula Maccabee, attorney for Water Legacy joins Roshini to start the show to discuss PolyMet copper-nickel mine and the effects it could have on Minnesota's enviroment. Later, Andy Skoogman, Executive Director of Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association visits with Roshini with go over this new "swatting" scheme.

Jul 07, 201939 min

6-1-19 Esme Murphy 8PM

In the 8PM hour, Professor Dave Schultz joins Esme for the full hour to discuss this week in politics and Dave's new blog.

Jun 02, 201941 min
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