The Kindness Chronicles

Jordan the Wrestler

it's 2023. Big improvements coming!

Fall return

Steve Adelman

We meet with Author and NYC/LA Nightclub legend Steve Adelman about his book Nocturnal Admissions. Fun interview!

Season 3 Premier

We are back for another dose of Minnesota Nice that is desperately needed.

Scott Wolter (History and Travel Channel's America Unearthed)

Fascinating interview! Pack a lunch as we uncover a lot in this extended version of the KC. From the Kensington Runestone to the mysterious Denver Airport to the JFK assassination. We cover a lot here. Wild Ride!

Happy GALentines Day (Part 2 of 2)

We hear from Salty (Linda), Crafty (Karen), Pretty (Patty), Smarty (Brenda) and Spicy (Denise).

Happy GALentines Day! (Part 1 of 2)

What does it take to make, maintain, cultivate and celebrate a friendship? Somehow, a group of 17 friends have done just that for more than 35 years. No one has been "voted off the island."...and probably never will. We explore the secrets behind this special group of GNOmies, who have made an impact on the lives of MANY they have encountered over the years.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep.17 Justin Ploof

Musician Justin Ploof shares the story behind his song," The Weight they Carried," a tribute to Vietnam Veterans.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 16 Kindness Bingo Card (Part 2)

We add some listener suggestions to the Bingo Card. Time for 2022 Kindness Bingo!

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 15 2022 Kindness Bingo Card (Part 1)

The KC Crew start a 2022 Kindness Bingo Card. Share your ideas for additional Bingo squares.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 14 Shadia Tobkin (Girls Rise Up/She Climbs Mountains)

We are joined by Shadia Tobkin, who tells about Girls Rise Up. An wonderful organization that serves young girls who have lost their moms. A lovely person with a heart-warming mission.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 13 Shirley De la Torre (Facebook, Gratitude and The Humane Society)

We visit with our friend, Shirley De la Torre and we cover a wide variety of topics...from the role that Facebook and Social media can play in spreading hope and joy. We discuss the importance of gratitude and Shirley tells us about her work in animal welfare.

The Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 12 "Our" Good Neighbor

In this abbreviated episode of the KC, we have a little fun at a friend's expense. We get to know our Sponsor, State Farm Agent Brian Youmans. Steve puts Brian thru the Clueless Quiz and his final answer will cause either a warm heart or an aggressive eye roll. You be the judge.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep.11 The Toy Shop

The Salvation Army's Executive Director of Development, Brian Molohon and our favorite elf, Krisi Bailey discuss an annualChristmas tradition for the KC Crew and their friends, volunteering at the SA Toy Shop and other Salvation Army programs. We learn why John must wear a disguise if he ever plans to return to the Toy Shop.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 10 Kindness in Culture: Sportsmanship

The KC explores Sportsmanship with a couple of great stories. We review Zach Parise's return to X and he gets a truly Minnesota welcome.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 9 Dark Star Tribute (Featuring Jeff Maday)

We are joined by Canterbury Park Director of Media Relations, Jeff Maday and reminisce about the Legendary Local PERSONALITY (all caps!), Dark Star. A Legend in many ways, especially in the way he treated people. This was really fun!

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 8 Lino Rulli

St. Paul native and Sirius XM personality, The Catholic Guy, Lino Rulli joins us. This guy is a lot of fun. Check it out.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 7 Kindness in Culture: Movies pt. 1

The KC Crew explores Kindness in Culture. This first installment is a brief look at Kindness in Movies. We hope to look further into the role of kindness in pop culture, from movies to music, from sports to social media.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 6 Historian Peter Gorton

Fascinating journey of historian, Peter Gorton, and his incredible efforts to restore the legacy of Negro-League baseball" SHOULD BE LEGEND," John Donaldson. UPDATE: Since our recording, it was announced that in the coming weeks, John Donaldson will be considered for induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. VERY EXCITING DEVELOPMENT.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep.5 CEO Patrick Hawkins

We've done sports. We've done music. We've done non-profits. Today, we do business. Best Man (in more ways than one) and CEO Patrick Hawkins gives us a little perspective on the role of kindness in building culture in a business setting.

Kindness Chronicles S2, Ep. 4 Jon Muller (Lakeview EMS) A MUST LISTEN

THE BEST story ever told on the Kindness Chronicles! Check it out.

Kindness Chronicles S2, E3 Firefly Sisterhood (Melissa Gruber)

October is breast cancer awareness month. Cancer survivor and all-around great person, Melissa Gruber (Ma-Gruber!)tells about her wonderful organization, the Firefly Sisterhood. She also becomes the first "victim" of Steve's "Clueless Quiz."

Kindness Chronicles S2, E2...We Let Steve Talk...Sorta

After Kevin and John dominate the last episode with sports drivel, we finally let Steve take the lead.

We're Back...and welcome Steve!

We welcome our new Co-Host, Steve Brown into the mix. We discuss where we have been all summer and we talk about one of Minnesota's Sports Legends and Kindness Icons.

The Kindness Chronicles Ep. 12 (Gorg and Schwietz: Random Chatter)

35 minutes of Gorg and Schwietz solving some of the world's problems. 😁😩

The Kindness Chronicles Ep. 11 (The BonafideU Kindness Scholarship Program)

Featuring Scholarship recipient, Adam Olson and scholarship benefactor, Marty Rathmanner.

The Kindness Chronicles Ep. 10 (Beth Schroeder, Masonic Home Administrator)

Minnesota Masonic Home Administrator , Beth Schroeder, shares stories about navigating a one-in-lifetime (we hope) pandemic and her team of healthcare heroes who stepped up to care for some of our population's most cherished (and at-risk) people...our seniors.

The Kindness Chronicles Ep. 9 (Adam Barta, Blizzard Baseball Academy/JP4 Foundation) Part 1 of 2

Baseball skills and Character Development wrapped into a nifty little package at the Blizzard Baseball Academy. We had so much fun, we stopped recording before we even discussed the primary reason for our visit, The JP4 Foundation.

The Kindness Chronicles Ep. 8 (Carly Zucker Take 2)

The first one was so fun, we decided to do another.

The Kindness Chronicles Ep. 7 (Colonel Roger Ledding)

The guy's a gem...the guy we should all aspire to be. The 91 year-old retired Chief of the State Patrol and on our personal Mount Rushmore of fine men, shares stories of politics, foul language and the lack thereof. We also touch on the importance of civility when wearing a uniform...whatever uniform that might be.