Life after TV News w/ Joe Schmit

Life after TV News w/ Joe Schmit

Author: PodMN | Hubbard Radio May 8, 2025 Duration: 34:22
Legendary KSTP-TV sports anchor Joe Schmit dips into the Coffee Ship this week to talk about recent retirement. Schmit reflects on his transition from TV to PR and his return to TV, and the horrors of shifting from analog to HD TV. We learn about the the adaptation of his children's book about Joe Mauler into a musical, aiming to attract baseball players and emphasizes kindness and compassion. Plus Kenny picks his sports brain and gets Joe's thoughts on the Timberwolves' playoff chances and the Vikings' potential with JJ McCarthy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There’s a particular kind of clarity that comes with a good grumble, especially when it’s served with a laugh. That’s the atmosphere you’ll find each week on News from the Crabby Coffee Shop, a podcast from PodMN and Hubbard Radio. Hosts Kenny Olson of Garage Logic and former KSTP TV reporter Jay Kolls lean into their roles as seasoned curmudgeons, brewing up steaming hot takes on the issues and concerns of the day that are truly worth griping about. Their conversations feel like pulling up a chair at a familiar diner, where the news of the world-from Minnesota politics to global headlines-gets filtered through a lens of sharp wit and genuine exasperation. They’re often joined by a rotating cast of their so-called "famous" "friends," adding more voices to the mix. The charm of this podcast lies in its commitment to finding humor in the daily absurdities, arguing that no topic is too small for a proper grouse. It’s a refreshingly honest and consistently funny take on current events, perfect for anyone who prefers their news analysis with a strong dose of personality and a side of sarcasm.
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