Freddie Bell

"Bird Flu: The Next Big Threat?"

Dr. Michael Osterholm shines a light on an old threat that's making a dangerous comeback: measles. What’s behind the rising cases, and what do we need to know to keep our families safe?He also chats about growing concerns over bird flu. From farms to humans, the virus is making headlines. But how serious is the threat? And how can we prepare without giving in to fear? Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

Rebuilding Trust In Health Information

Original Air Date: May 11th Dr. Michael Osterholm returns to talk about rebuilding public trust in health information. Some wonder if his new VIP initiative is anti-government — we’ll get his take, and find out what it really means to have faith in public leadership and science today, especially in marginalized communities. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

Vaccine Integrity Project

We welcome back world-renowned public health expert Dr. Michael Osterholm. He’s here to talk about a bold new project called the VIP — the Vaccine Integrity Project.In a time when trust is fragile, Dr. Osterholm is working to deliver clear, reliable guidance for our communities. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

Caregiving Support

Being a caregiver is one of the most meaningful—and most demanding—roles a person can take on. Right now, more than 600,000 Minnesotans are caring for aging parents, spouses, or loved ones. Cathy McCleer, State Director,  AARP Minnesota is here to talk about the challenges caregivers face, and how AARP is working to support them. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

 

 

Caregiving Support

Being a caregiver is one of the most meaningful—and most demanding—roles a person can take on. Right now, more than 600,000 Minnesotans are caring for aging parents, spouses, or loved ones. Cathy McLeer, State Director,  AARP Minnesota is here to talk about the challenges caregivers face, and how AARP is working to support them. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

 

The Rise of Fraud

Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024 with a staggering $12.5 billion lost. It's a shocking increase of more than 24% over 2023 nationwide. Cathy McLeer, State Director, AARP MN talks about the steps the agency is taking to protect consumers. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

 

What's Next?

Original Air Date: April 6th The Pandemic Clock is ticking, says Dr. Michael Osterholm, one of the world’s foremost experts on infectious diseases and epidemiology. He serves as the Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota. He stresses the importance of being prepared.  Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334   

Preparation is Key

More than 17 million people died during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Dr. Michael Osterholm, one of the world’s foremost experts on infectious diseases and epidemiology. He serves as the Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota says we must be prepared for the next one. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

 

Fraud Protection

Original Air Date: March 16th Minnesota lawmakers are debating a bi-partisan bill called the Consumer Fraud Protection Fund. If passed the measure would pay back consumers who've been scammed and can't get their money back. Cathy McLeer, Minnesota AARP State Director shares details with Freddie Bell. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334

 

Saving and Planning

Cathy McLeer, Minnesota AARP State Director says AARP is equipped to help make sure your money lives as long as you do. They assist by helping you prepare for retirement and other issues that may come along. McLeer shares more ideas with Freddie Bell. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334