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I’m delighted to share my recent interview with The Reading Lists , a site dedicated to helping readers discover exceptional books and make the most of the limited time we all have to read, explore, and learn. With millions of books in the world—and thousands more published each month—their thoughtful approach to curating recommendations and interviewing a wide range of creative and influential voices is especially valuable. It helps readers sort through the vast number of books available to...

This morning, I had the opportunity to spend time with the outstanding team at the Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) talking about something that sits at the heart of their work and mine: community. We discussed public service, authentic leadership, and what it means to build strong, resilient communities where everyone feels a sense of belonging. So grateful to the entire CDA team for the extraordinary work they do every day to make a difference. I also shared the true story...

A heartfelt thank you to Madelyn Reichert at The Catholic Spirit for the thoughtful, beautifully written review of A Season on the Drink . She captured what this story is about with clarity and compassion. I’m grateful for the attention she brought to the deeper themes behind the book. The St. Anthony Residence’s 1986 softball season was never just about baseball. At its core, it is a story about belonging, finding dignity, and seeing the full humanity of the men who made up that remarkable...