# sheletta chats (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover sheletta chats. Page: Feed: --- ## [Entrepreneurs can STILL apply for this grant](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/entrepreneurs-can-still-apply-for-this-grant/) _2026-08-18 · Laughing With Letta_ Minnesota entrepreneurs who qualify can still apply for The Promise Act grant. Millions of dollars are available to help business owners with everything from working capital to purchasing equipment. MN Promise Act [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8vr2iukf4vp7zpbt/Laughing_8_18_26_Audio.mp3) ## [The Emmys are aware of autism](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/the-emmys-are-aware-of-autism/) _2026-08-18 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ Sheletta chats with her friend Paul McGuire-Grimes, Minnesota movie critic, about the autistic storylines and actors represented at this year's Emmy awards. Which ones have a shot at winning that coveted statuette? Paul offers his predictions. Paul's Trip to the Movies [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/8wi9ry57f3a4fdfu/Taking_8_18_26_Audio.mp3) ## [Get a deconstruction grant!](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/get-a-deconstruction-grant/) _2026-08-11 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ Got a home deconstruction project and need more money to complete it? There's a grant for that. Sheletta tells you where you can find that money for that on the latest episode of her podcast. https://recyclingandenergy.org/deconstruction/ [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/r3g2d2w6rvy4xyvk/Taking_8_11_26_Audio.mp3) ## [You didn't miss out; you can still help out!](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/you-didnt-miss-out-you-can-still-help-out/) _2026-08-11 · Laughing With Letta_ If you missed volunteering at Greater Twin Cities United Way's annual Action Day, there's still a way you can help. Old National Bank is accepting school supply donations at several of its branches. Sheletta shares all the details on the latest episode of her podcast. Volunteer at Home School Supply Drive | Greater Twin Cities United Way [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/56mwat9q89u7ub62/Laughing_8_11_26_Audio.mp3) ## [Get your heart healthy before it's too late](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/get-your-heart-healthy-before-its-too-late/) _2026-08-10 · Laughing With Letta_ After Sheletta's 40-year old cousin died suddenly, she got serious about her heart health. So she called her friends from Hennepin County and their partner organizations to talk about the importance of Black women to eat right, exercise, advocate, and live right so they can live longer. Find out how to take care of your heart here --\> Women’s Heart Health Initiative [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7kw2jf66mrch8mmp/SpecialLaughing_8_10_26_Audio.mp3) ## [There's Nothing Funny About Scammers](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/theres-nothing-funny-about-scammers/) _2026-08-04 · Laughing With Letta_ Sheletta may laugh and joke, but she doesn't play when it comes to scammers. That's why she invited her friends from Minnesota Department of Commerce on today's episode to talk about the fraudulent health insurance scams and how consumers can protect themselves or file a complaint if they've been victimized. https://mn.gov/commerce/consumer/file-a-complaint/ consumer.protection@state.mn.us or call… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bmz3i8y7ndb5m2f4/Laughing_with_Letta_8_4_26_Audio_Edited7gem5.mp3) ## [Helping your adult autistic child find work](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/helping-your-adult-autistic-child-find-work/) _2026-08-04 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ Is your autistic adult child looking for work and can't find a job? Hennepin County wants to help. They've got a transition age youth and employment program that just might be a perfect fit. Seniors and people with disabilities | Hennepin County Disability Hub MN - Your Options: Work [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/s2tfudfpqbzzkr8x/Taking_Authority_Over_Autism_8_4_26_Audio_Edited7744a.mp3) ## [The E Line is poppin'!](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/the-e-line-is-poppin/) _2026-07-30 · Laughing With Letta_ Minneapolis's new E Line is so popular, it has almost twice the number of riders that Metro Transit was expecting. Sheletta invited Lesley Kandaras, Metro Transit's CEO, to join her on the show and found out about all kinds of other cool stuff, including the fact that Metro Transit is hiring. Looking for a job? Listen to the show! https://www.metrotransit.org/careers [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/dxd9b9gh3ux8i7rh/Laughing_with_Letta_7_30_26_Audio_Editedb3fn0.mp3) ## [One woman. One show. One fabulous story.](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/one-woman-one-show-one-fabulous-story/) _2026-07-30 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ Sheletta becomes fast friends with Megan Dolan, the autism mom, actress, and the brainchild behind "Not The Right Mom," a one-woman show that she wrote and produced. Megan travels the world performing for thousands of people using humor and storytelling to educate them about the concerns and celebrations of having a child on the spectrum. As if she wasn't busy enough, Sheletta challenges her to… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9avqbirdf6ytx5hq/Taking_Authority_7_30_26_Audio_Edited7u5ap.mp3) ## [Early voting underway in Minnesota](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/early-voting-underway-in-minnesota/) _2026-07-30 · Laughing With Letta_ Early voting is underway in Minnesota. Sheletta sits down with Secretary of State Steve Simon to talk about what's on the ballot, the integrity of voting machines and how absentee ballots work on the latest episode of her podcast. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/yqiunpgvuw93amb8/Laughing_with_Letta_Steve_Simon_7_29_26_Audio_Editedbmmm3.mp3) ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Yv5CuPasTflH) _2026-07-30 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Free fun for the kids in St Paul](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/free-fun-for-the-kids-in-st-paul/) _2026-07-23 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ Tired of being cooped up in the house with your kids, but you just counted your coins and don't have enough money to take them somewhere fun? The City of St. Paul is hosting a free concert series at its parks all summer long. Bring a blanket, your babies, and a bag of snacks, and get out and enjoy the sweet sounds of some of the top bands in the Twin Cities.… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/erd6bdc8yh8vqf65/Taking_Authority_7_23_26_Audio_Edited9co8y.mp3) ## [Food scraps pickup program available in new cities!](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/food-scraps-pickup-program-available-in-new-cities/) _2026-07-23 · Laughing With Letta_ Sheletta talks "trash" with Trista Martison, the executive director of the Ramsey/Washington County Recycle Energy Program about the new communities that are now available to participate in the food scraps pick up program. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/4g2xjus5k2xqickv/Laughing_with_Letta_7_23_26_Audio_Edited8np5p.mp3) ## [Cottage Grove needs more child care providers](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/cottage-grove-needs-more-child-care-providers/) _2026-07-16 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ With a housing boom happening in Cottage Grove, there's a big gap between the number of families moving to the area and the number of licensed child care providers. If you've been laid off, have a love for children, and live in Washington County, this may be the perfect pivot for your next career move. https://www.washingtoncountymn.gov/749/Become-a-Child-Care-Provider [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9ebyg7yih4ejv7c3/Taking_7_16_26_Audio_Edited88ld2.mp3) ## [Metro surge over? You can still make a difference...](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/metro-surge-over-you-can-still-make-a-difference/) _2026-07-16 · Laughing With Letta_ After Operation Metro Surge ended and thousands of federal agents left Minnesota, residents looked for new ways to make a difference in their communities and help their neighbors. Open Arms of Minnesota allows you and your entire family an opportunity to volunteer and provide food to people who are sick. https://www.openarmsmn.org/ [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/uh3dkhsnjpgjn8zp/Laughing_with_Letta_7_16_26_Audio_Edited82a6x.mp3) ## [Be careful on your bike](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/be-careful-on-your-bike/) _2026-07-09 · Laughing With Letta_ Sheletta's best buddy Jim Platten just pulled his Harley out for the summer and that always makes her anxious. She's nervous about bikers being on the road and wanted to find out if there's anything she can do, as a driver, to keep her friend Jim and other riders safe. So she asked the folks from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety to join her on the podcast to motorcycle safety.… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/vnpndn8rdtbdu9de/Laughing_with_Letta_7_8_26_Audio_Editedbq1um.mp3) ## [The wait is over: Hamline Library is opening!](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/the-wait-is-over-hamline-library-is-opening/) _2026-07-09 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ It's the moment parents across St. Paul have all been waiting for: the renovations are done, and Hamline Library is opening again. Sheletta chats with library staff about all the cool new upgrades and even offers to do some special programming with her children's books in April for Autism Awareness Month. https://sppl.org/locations/ha/ [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/zp8he2xqaanw83vs/Taking_7_9_26_Audio_Editedawkog.mp3) ## [More autism services are heading to Mankato](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/more-autism-services-are-heading-to-mankato/) _2026-07-04 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ Sheletta was so excited to learn that Fraser is opening a satellite location in Mankato. The 90-year-old, award-winning autism center is now accepting new clients aged 2 to 6. Get registered: ABA@FRASER.ORG or CALL 612-767-7222 [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2emsbsse3arsb457/Taking_Over_Autism_7_2_26_Audio_Edited6abza.mp3) ## [Want to be a CEO? There's help for that.](https://laughingwithlettaandlindy.podbean.com/e/want-to-be-a-ceo-theres-help-for-that/) _2026-07-02 · Laughing With Letta_ To become a successful entrepreneur, Sheletta participated in great training programs to help her understand how to scale her business, which is why she invited the folks from Elevate Hennepin on the show. They talk about their CEO Now program that provides tools, resources and expert advice to help your business grow.… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ccf58e6yt3pseerj/Laughing_with_Letta_7_2_26_Audio_Edited7b78d.mp3) ## [Engineering help for kids with autism](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/jim-swift-sensory-items/) _2026-07-02 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ Jim Swift, a retired engineer, uses GoFundMe to raise enough money to build adaptive devices for autistic children in need. https://www.hometownsource.com/stillwater\_gazette/community/retired-lake-elmo-electrical-engineer-uses-skills-to-create-devices-for-children-with-disabilities/article\_0bb75bb7-d800-4d5b-abce-353d628e0b38.html [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/eqcwjxk74emskw4p/Taking_Authority_6_2_26_-_Jim_Swift_Sensory_Items_Audio_Editeday0gr.mp3) ## [Daily plans, scheduled by AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/pIepbE160SI6) _2026-07-02 · **Sponsored**_ AI-made daily plans that schedule tasks and protect focus time. ## [Fighting fraud in Minnesota](https://takingauthorityoverautism.podbean.com/e/fighting-fraud-in-minnesota/) _2026-07-02 · Taking Authority Over Autism_ James Clark, Inspector General of the Minnesota Department of Human Services, talks about how his office is fighting fraud and working to protect taxpayer funded services. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/dwhsqayvzmchq544/Taking_5_26_26_-_Fighting_fraud_in_MinnesotaAudio_Edited8ixak.mp3)