Best 30 Twin Cities Podcasts

Garage Logic is the seat of Gumption County, down the road from Diversityville, but not as far as Liberal Lakes. It's a place where common sense prevails, the 2-car garage is revered and cigar smoking is allowed (and lawyers aren't). more

Stephanie March, Editor at Large for Minneapolis.St.Paul Magazine and Stephanie Hansen, host of Taste Buds on Fox 9 talk local restaurants, food trends, entertainment, travel and more. Listen Saturdays from 9-11am or catch them as a podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. more

Join Sean McPherson and the City Cast Twin Cities team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's conversations about life in the Twin Cities. With our cast of journalists, activists, experts and residents, we celebrate our wins with beaming pride, critique our shortcomings with the attention of a seed art judge and mutter 'that's interesting' for anything in between. Alongside our daily newsletter, we put the spotlight on the news and culture of the Twin Cities from every perspective we can find including yours. It's like a potluck where everyone's invited and no one brings grape salad. So whether you've been here long enough to remember the Halloween blizzard of 1991, or you just bought your first winter coat, bring your dish over and let's talk. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at ⁠twincities.citycast.fm⁠. more

Real College Podcast, from Radio K (KUOM) at the University of Minnesota, is a 30-ish minute podcast focusing on artistic and cultural events and trends happening in the Twin Cities and told through first-person storytelling and reporting and delivered instantly through any internet connection anywhere.Real College Podcast reflects the varied layers of Minnesota's rich artistic and cultural history; providing a lifetime's worth of ideas, narratives, arts and music to all points in the North Star state.Support for this program comes from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. more

Bi-weekly podcast from Racket, the Twin Cities news/arts/culture publication. Featuring hyper-local recaps, reviews, interviews, debates, hot takes, and more from the crew behind your favorite reader-funded, worker-owned media org. Want to advertise on RacketCast ? Email us at ****@racketmn.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Connections gives us the chance to examine a wider perspective that may just inspire us to DO something!Engaging conversations will explore both the celebrations of living as well as the challenges we face—stories of who Twin Citians are, what we think about, and what we get out and 'do' is the heart of our show. Woven into these stories may be possible innovative solutions, we may address our disconnects, find new ways of looking at our questions, or we may just take time to enjoy who we are and the wonderful ways we are connected. Our show is mostly Twin Cities based, although we do occasionally host national and international guests.Thought leaders, artists, educators, nonprofit advocates, scientists, healthcare professionals, community organizers, politicians, business innovators . . . are just a sampling of the guests you may hear when listening to Connections Radio.Listen in, join the conversation and 'get connected'. more

Stories are among our most potent tools. We need to unearth old stories that live in a place and begin to create new ones. We are story makers, not just storytellers. All stories are connected, new ones woven from threads of the old. (Paraphrased- Robin Wall Kimmerer) Join ARENA DANCES every Thursday at noon for Studio Stories, a podcast reminiscing on Twin Cities Dance history. Hosted by Mathew Janczewski, each week will feature a new renowned dance artist who has made an impact on the dance landscape in this big dance town. Know of someone whose connections should be shared? Let us know! Email us at ****@gmail.com more

830 News on the Go provides a quick snapshot of the day's top news stories in the Twin Cities and Minnesota from WCCO. more

Excelsior! is a Twin Cities platform dedicated to the people, stories, art, music, businesses, and ideas shaping the community. Through conversations, interviews, photography, events, and independent media, Excelsior! puts the spotlight on the people doing interesting things in Minnesota. It's a place to discover local voices, hear the stories behind the work, and connect with the people making the Twin Cities what it is. more

The podcast that gives you more Twin Cities history and neighborhood trivia than any reasonable person ever asked for. Welcome to This Must Be The Place, the show where two dudes dig into real Minnesota history, legendary neighborhoods, forgotten stories, and all the oddly specific things that make the Twin Cities the greatest place on earth (and yes, we are prepared to argue about it). It's part history lesson, part neighborhood tour, part 'I read five books so you don't have to,' and part 'accidentally funny because we're just built like this.' Expect deep dives, questionable analogies, unnecessary enthusiasm for local streets, and more facts about Minneapolis / Saint Paul than you'll ever need in your daily life. But hey, now you'll be the most interesting person at any brewery within a 10-mile radius. Smart-ish. Funny-ish. Very Minnesota. more

Start your gameday with bold takes and fresh perspectives from Scott Korzenowski on the biggest stories in twin cities sports. From game-changing plays to the personalities who play them; no topic is off-limits — and no opinion gets left unsaid. A show for the sophisticated sports fan! more

Every community has people worth knowing.Home Turf is where those conversations happen. Hosted by Jesse Carlson, the show brings together real estate professionals, business owners, industry experts, and community voices from across the Twin Cities for thoughtful, unscripted conversations about the work they do, the challenges they face, and the ideas shaping the places we call home.Some episodes dive into housing and entrepreneurship. Others explore local history, leadership, or the stories behind the people making a difference. The common thread isn't the topic; it's the people. more

Jeffrey Bissoy, an award-winning journalist who has covered sports, music, and the arts, teams up with Erick Garcia (aka Bsmnt Papi), a House & EDM DJ who has toured with some of the biggest names in the country. These two high school homies (TCA's finest) from the East Side of St. Paul bring sabor, laughter, and a fresh twist on how sports are covered in the Twin Cities.Produced and sponsored by Vida y Deportes (@vidaydeportesmn), Puro Deportes is where culture, community, and sports collide—with style. more

interviews of filmmakers in the Twin Cities

Frights, terrors, haunts, and spoops; two Minnesota friends explore paranormal history in the Twin Cities and beyond. Starring Dan Laschansky, Madeline Ramirez, and a host of entities.New episodes every Wednesday. Available on all of your favorite podcasting platforms! more

Mouthing Off is a theatre, arts and culture podcast from Bad Mouth Theatre Company in St. Paul, Minnesota. The show features compelling interviews and discussions with artists and creators from around the Twin Cities and beyond. Tune in for something different online, at Minnesota Playlist, and in St. Paul from Frogtown Radio, 94.1 FM. more

Streets.mn is dedicated to expanding the conversation about transportation, urban design, and public space issues in the Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota. more

Contemplating the definition of success and the importance of pursuing your passions with Twin Cities musicians, hosted by Abrianne. more

Sponsored by UpsidePropertySales.com 'Real Stories, Real Success in Twin Cities Real Estate.' Join your hosts, Adam Tafel and Tim Swierczek, as they dive into the world of Twin Cities real estate investing. Together, they share valuable insights and practical tips to help both new and seasoned investors navigate the Minneapolis/St Paul market. With a focus on relatable stories from real people, this show will empower you with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in your investing journey. more

Musicality Mondays is hosted by singer songwriter, vocalist, and youtube personality Jazicality and airs Mondays at 5PM CST. This podcast focuses on artists in the Twin Cities (MN) area! more

Twin Cities Video Production Podcast The show spotlighting top video production companies, freelance videographers, and industry pros in Minneapolis & St. Paul. Hosted by Travis Johansen, founder of Provid Films, we connect, educate/entertain, and elevate the local video production industry in the Twin Cities. Hear expert insights, business strategies, and behind-the-scenes stories. Whether you're a filmmaker, creative, or business owner looking for top-tier video talent, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now and apply to be a guest at www.providfilms.com more

🎙️ ON THE RADAR — A Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder PodcastWhere arts, culture, and community stories rise above the headlines.From Twin Cities creatives shaping culture to voices expanding what it means to tell our stories, On the Radar brings you conversations that illuminate the people and moments making an impact right now.Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, craft, and why creativity always deserves a place on the radar. 🎧 more

Electronic music scenes don't grow from algorithms—they grow from people, late nights, and local rooms that shape the sound.Each episode of Behind the Decks MPLS features an in-depth interview with a DJ from the Minneapolis Twin Cities scene, followed by a back-to-back DJ set that captures their style, influences, and energy behind the decks.If you love house and electronic music, DJ culture, local scenes, and discovering the stories behind the music—this show is for you. more

Giving voice to Minneapolis-Saint Paul artists about what it means to create and be creative in the 21st century.  more

Welcome to Ready: Leaders to Know. I'm your host Bill Graves. For a decade, I've been building relationships with community leaders who have been recognized as ready to lead, who are making a real impact by showing up with courage, care, and conviction. In this podcast, I invite you to join me in conversation with these leaders as they reflect on their leadership journey, share what's shaped them, and offer insight into what it really means to lead today. more

Two native Minnesotans who love to go see live theater, mostly in the Twin Cities metropolitan area, share reflections, anecdotes and occasional non-sequiturs about recent performances. We are not professional critics, however we have opinions! Consider us the groundlings of the land of 10,000 lakes. Our knowledge of theater history might be lacking, but we make up for that with the confidence with which speculate about what might be true. We hope you enjoy these lighthearted, positive, and maybe even informative conversations! more

The Stages of MN Podcast is the audio version of the YouTube show that celebrates live theater. Featuring Interviews with theater makers, reviews, and other fun segments that allow listeners to engage with the thriving theater community in the Twin Cities. Though based in the Minnesota, the show will also focus on theater in a way that will appeal to all theater lovers. more

Documenting and analyzing the resistance of working class people in Minneapolis and St. Paul to violent repression by the federal, state, and local government. more

I'm Kevin King—University of Minnesota professor, tennis coach, consultant, model, and founder of Twin Cities Leaders. This podcast is part of a lifestyle brand rooted in my journey through education, sport, fashion, entertainment, and more. Each episode features voices of leadership shaping culture and driving impact in the Twin Cities. I explore creative leadership through storytelling and real-world application. From coffee shops to courts, classrooms to runways, and boardrooms to government figures —this is a space for tools, inspiration, and connection. more

Dr. Stephanie Burrage and Dillon LaHaye have relaxed conversations with leadership from all over the Twin Cities area. The goal: create a more open and honest community between leaders within the city they know and love. more