Access to Democracy
Since 1999, Access to Democracy has been a staple of Minnesota television. The program has featured more than 2,000 half-hour interviews with politicians, legislators, judges, academics, athletes, public figures, and everyday residents. Guests often share their expertise and debate with the host.
Episodes
11 episodes
Dr. William Young
Hosted by Dr. Geoff Thompson. The pituitary gland, albeit the size of an acorn, sitting on the underside of the brain, embedded in the base of the skull, is critical to numerous essential bodily functions. It produces hormones that regulate vir...
Eagan Councilmember Mike Supina - Candidate for Eagan Mayor
Hosted by Steve Francisco. Mike Supina has served on the Eagan City Council since 2021. In this interview, Mike joins host Steve Francisco to discuss why he is now running for mayor of Eagan and what he sees as some of the key issues facing the...
Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire - Incumbent for Eagan Mayor
Hosted by Steve Francisco. Mike Maguire has served as mayor of Eagan since 2007. In this interview, Mayor Maguire tells host Steve Francisco why he is now seeking a sixth term and identifies what he views as some of his most important achieveme...
Joe Krueger - Candidate for Eagan Mayor
Hosted by Steve Francisco. Joe Kueger is one of the three candidates seeking to win in the August 11 primary election to go forward on the November ballot. Joe tells host Steve Francisco about growing up in St. Paul, going to the Marine Corps, ...
Erin Parrish, AARP
Hosted by Bill Raker. AARP, the largest non-profit, non-political, non-partisan organization in the U.S., advocates at the state and national levels for policies that enhance the well-being of all. Guest Erin Parrish, AARP's Sr. As...
Paul Anderson, Former MN Supreme Court Justice
Hosted by Alan Miller. Former Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Paul Anderson served on the state's highest court for 19 years, where he authored many important decisions. In this interview with host Steve Francisco, Justice ...
"The New Eagan Fire Chief" - Eagan Fire Chief Holly Mullholland
Host Steve Francisco welcomes new Eagan Fire Chief Holly Mullholland and discusses her career, her new role, and Eagan's full-time firefighter program.
Eagan Police Chief Salim Omari
Host Steve Francisco talks with Eagan Police Chief Salim Omari about his new role as Police Chief and the challenges that first responders face.
"Minnesota: Still an Exceptional State" - Dane Smith, Journalist and Author
Host Steve Francisco talks with author and journalist Dane Smith about how, despite claims, Minnesota is not a failing state and the data to prove it.