Advice

Comparison Olympics

July 7, 2020Advice, Fun

Many of us make a habit of comparing ourselves to others. Not only is this unhealthy, it usually actually hurts us in the long run. Author, Speaker, and Coach James Robilotta has advice on ways to improve your life and stop the habit. Click here to purchase his book, Leading Imperfectly. Where do we compare ourselves to others? ...

Divorce During COVID-19

June 16, 2020Advice, Fun, Terzich & Ort

All of this together time might not be a good thing for all married couples. In fact, there is speculation that this is what may have lead to Kelly Clarkson’s decision to file for divorce from her husband of seven years, Brandon Blackstock. Jodi Terzich and Shannon Ort of the law firm Terzich and Ort explain how divorce can still happen...

Navigating the Issues of Racism

June 8, 2020Advice, Featured, Fun

The events of the last few weeks have called into question all kinds of issues with regards to racism and society. Kelli McLoud-Schingen, President and Founder of KMS Intercultural Consulting, talks with us about how we can take action. Click here to watch Kelli’s TEDx talk. Some of Kelli’s favorite resources include: ...

Being an Ally

June 5, 2020Advice, Featured, Fun

Given the current state of our country, James Robilotta believes now - more than ever – it’s important to reflect and also take action to spread more awareness. James is author of Leading Imperfectly, Professional Speaker, Personal Coach, and an entrepreneur. He joins us to explain what it means to him being a white ally in social...

Mathnasium

June 5, 2020Advice, Fun

The typical “summer slide” is always a challenge where kids typically forget months worth of material and have to spend weeks re-learning it in the fall. This year could be even worse with the distance learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Boby Tarnowski and Andy Ahlschlager from Mathnasium say that is where they can...

The COVID-19 Slide

June 4, 2020Advice, Fun

You may have heard of what teachers call the “summer slide.” That’s where kids lose some of the reading and math skills they learned over the summer time. Educators are now predicting that students will lose as much as 30% of their reading skills when they return to school in the fall due to what they are calling “The COVID-19...

What You Need to Know to Donate

June 1, 2020Advice, Fun

The recent events in the Twin Cities has created a shortage of suppies in certain areas of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The communities have stepped up with donations of everything from food to medical supplies. Lindsay Guentzel has some advice on how to help.

The Canopy Group

May 26, 2020Advice, Fun

The COVID-19 crisis has made a lot of people take a look at their finances. Paul Borchert from The Canopy Group has some tips on how to save some money in the world of insurance. To contact The Canopy Group to find out if they can help save you some money on your home or auto insurance, click here.

COVID-19 Questions Answered by Dr. Archelle Georgiou

May 15, 2020Advice, Fun, Health & Fitness

KSTP Medical Expert, Dr. Archelle Georgiou provided updates on COVID-19 and answered your questions. Have a question? Head to the TCL Facebook page for a chance for it to be answered live this week on Twin Cities Live.

Galit Breen

May 15, 2020Advice, Fun

Galit Breen is the author of Kindness Wins, a guide that teaches our kids how to be kind online says there are two ways to look at screen time - active and passive and there's one we should encourage. She chatted with TCL Reporter Kelli Hanson via Skype.