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Weathering Life w/ Belinda Jensen & Lee Valsvik

Talk North Podcast Network
Minnesota
Restaurant Industry
Meaning In Life
Empty Nest Transition
Delta Airlines
Tigirlily Gold
Major League Baseball
Broadcasting
KDWB
Time Management
Drowning Prevention
Initials
Vikings
Retirement
Mark Rosen
Paul Douglas
Kathleen Vohs
Carlson School Of Management
University Of Minnesota
Happiness

Weathering Life isn't about having all the answers. It's about enjoying the forecast with the right company. After decades in Minnesota broadcasting, Bel reading the atmosphere and Lee reading the room, these two MN Hall of Famers have one new mission: helping people navigate life's stormiest transitions. Weathering Life with Bel and Lee is a weekly podcast packed with wit, wisdom, and guests who'... more

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Randy Shaver joins us and talks about his transition to retirement after 40+ years at KARE 11. He is far from fully retired but loves his new pace of life. This is his favorite and busiest season, hosting a live-streaming prep football show called ... more

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Five WNBA championships and a reputation as one of the toughest competitors the game has ever seen. She built a legacy on the court, and now she's shaping the next generation from the sideline. This week, we're thrilled to welcome Rebekkah Brunson, a... more

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Ben Leber spent a decade as an NFL linebacker (2002–2011), suiting up for the Chargers, Vikings, and Rams. Today he’s a familiar face and voice across Minnesota media—host of Twin Cities Live on KSTP, Vikings analyst on Fox 9, gameday sideline report... more

Jonathan St. Clair started the Wave Maker Tour, and we had to talk to him about his remarkable summer. He traveled to 30 Major League Baseball ballparks in 30 days, traveling (planes, trains & automobiles) across the country, always donning a life ja... more

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Recent Guests

Rebekkah Brunson
Minnesota Lynx legend
Minnesota Lynx
Episode: Rebekkah Brunson: From Champion to Coach
Ben Leber
NFL linebacker, Vikings radio sideline reporter
Minnesota Vikings
Episode: From NFL Linebacker to Minnesota Mainstay
Jonathan St. Clair
Co-founder of the Jasper Ray Foundation and founder of the Wave Maker Tour
Jasper Ray Foundation; Wave Maker Tour
Episode: 30 Ballparks, One Life-Saving Mission
Kendra Nielson
Member of Tigirlily Gold, North Dakota origin
Tigirlily Gold
Episode: From North Dakota to Nashville: Tigirlily Gold
Krista Siegfrid
Member of Tigirlily Gold, North Dakota origin
Tigirlily Gold
Episode: From North Dakota to Nashville: Tigirlily Gold
Karen Ruth
Delta Airlines Captain, longest-tenured female pilot
Delta Airlines
Episode: Delta’s Longest-Tenured Female Captain
Dan Gladden
Former MLB player, Twins World Series champion, broadcaster
Minnesota Twins Hall of Fame
Episode: From Undrafted to World Series Champion
Sarah Colbert
West Metro Mom, Balanced Mom Life
West Metro Mom
Episode: The Empty Nest Transition No One Warns Moms About
Kathleen Vohs
Distinguished McKnight University Professor and Atlanta Lakes Chair in Marketing, Carlson School of Management
University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management
Episode: Finding Meaning Through Life’s Struggles

Hosts

Belinda Jensen
Host of Weathering Life with Belinda Jensen & Lee Valsvik, a veteran Minnesota broadcaster known for warm, engaging conversation and decades in the local media scene.
Lee Valsvik
Co-host of Weathering Life, a longtime Minnesota broadcaster celebrated for thoughtful, people-centered storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Great Listen

    They are so easy to listen to and I learn something every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Newchspter
    United States12 days ago
  • First time user

    I so enjoyed the relaxed, just chatting show with guests. You both are so natural doing a podcast! In the future would love you talking to Mace Michaels. He is so fun to watch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcast gma
    United States2 months ago
  • Great listen

    I love these two so easy to listen too and so far all the guests have been interesting to listen to as well. Belinda was my goto weather woman growing up always remember watching her go out in the backyard. She’s also great on the Power Trip when she joins

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MinnesYoda
    United States2 months ago

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Rebekkah Brunson: From Champion to Coach
Q: What is your forecast?
Brunson emphasizes finding joy in everyday things and using small, meaningful moments to fill one's cup, which sustains motivation and positive energy.
From North Dakota to Nashville: Tigirlily Gold
Q: What was it like to uproot from North Dakota and start anew in Nashville?
It was like starting over from square one and doing whatever it took to make a living with music, including long hours on Broadway and adapting to new environments, while staying true to their Midwest roots.
30 Ballparks, One Life-Saving Mission
Q: How did you come up with the idea for visiting 30 MLB ballparks in 30 days?
The idea grew from a conference discussion among Families United, hoping to create a big, visible statement that would engage families nationwide and draw MLB involvement, culminating in a cross-country tour that paired life jackets with community education.
Cory Cove: KFAN, Initials Game & Poker
Q: What is the backstory of how Initials began and why did you decide to turn it into a product?
Initials began as a throwaway bit to celebrate a coworker leaving, AJ Monsoor; it grew because it was fun, universally engaging, and scalable across media, so I pursued creating a board game and later a bar-version with partners.
Mark Rosen on Grace and Grief
Q: How did Denise's illness change your perspective on life and work, and what have you learned about supporting others through grief?
Mark shares the emotional impact of Denise's glioblastoma diagnosis and the years of treatment, the importance of reaching out for help, joining caregiving groups, and using his platform to advocate for mental health and community support.

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A show focused on navigating major life changes through candid conversations with influential Minnesota media veterans and other high-achievers. Episodes center on career pivots, reinvention, retirement, caregiving, and balancing work with family, all framed with warmth, humor, and practical takeaways. Guests range from local broadcasters and restaurant/hospitality leaders to entrepreneurs, offering insider perspectives on resilience, relationship dynamics, and building meaningful second chapters after success. The tone is anecdotal and supportive, with host banter and real-world tips that appeal to listeners facing transitions, leadership roles, or strategic career shifts.

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2. Ben Leber
3. Jonathan St. Clair
4. Kendra Nielson
5. Krista Siegfrid
6. Karen Ruth
7. Dan Gladden
8. Sarah Colbert

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