About Us
AM950 is the only independent progressive talk station in Minnesota and we are committed to bringing you the best local and national progressive programming. AM950 provides unique and informative programming that focuses on what’s important to Minnesotans. While we’re known for progressive talk, our lineup goes far beyond current events. You’ll find shows on food, the arts, advocacy, the LGBTQ+ community, the paranormal, aging, healthy living, Native American news, recovery, and personal finance. AM950 also provides national shows like The Stephanie Miller and The Thom Hartmann Show to give everyone a lens of what is happening around the world.
Please share the station with your friends and neighbors and let them know how they can listen and support AM950! Remember, AM950 is more than radio! It's a community! You can listen to us digitally live and On-Demand through most platforms!
History
Minnesota attorney Janet Robert and former Congressman Bill Luther founded J.R. Broadcasting in November 2003 because of their concern about the impact right wing talk radio had in the 2002 elections. They were inspired and supported by MIT professor Steve VanEvera who suggested reading Sydney Blumenthal's book "The Rise of the Counter-Establishment: The Conservative Ascent to Political Power." Air America Radio made its debut on March 31, 2004, and JR Broadcasting acquired its own radio station AM950, adding shows featuring Al Franken, Mike Malloy, Rachel Maddow, Steve Earl, Ring of Fire with Mike Papantonio, as well as Democracy Radio's Ed Schultz . Over the years, the progressive lineup has changed as hosts transitioned to television or were elected to the U.S. Senate! Current talkers include Stephanie Miller, Thom Hartmann, Amy Goodman, Brad Friedman, Santita Jackson, Rick Smith, Patti Vasquez and more.
AM950’s ownership transitioned in October 2013 to long time employee Chad Larson, who has continued the vision and goal that Janet and Bill set out to achieve from the beginning. AM950 continues to strive to bring the best Progressive talk locally and nationally, while creating a forum for listeners to share their voices.
