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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
Cathy Wurzer and Simone Cazares

Twin Cities author and podcast host named USA Today's Woman of the Year

Sheletta Brundidge founded the media company Sheletta Makes Me Laugh where she focuses on advancing Black creators through her podcast network.

A mom and her child hold a book together and smile
Minnesota podcaster and comedian Sheletta Brundidge co-authored "Cameron Goes to School" about her daughter's experience with autism. The book is meant to teach neurotypical children about autism.
Courtesy of Sheletta Brundidge

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She's no stranger to television and radio but a Twin Cities mother, activist, author and Emmy Award-winning comedian added another title to her already-packed resume over the weekend. She can now call herself Woman of the Year.

Yesterday, USA Today announced its list of women -- one from every state -- that have made a significant impact in their communities. The program is a continuation of Women of the Century, a 2020 project that commemorates the 100th anniversary of women gaining the right to vote.  

This year, Minnesota is represented by Sheletta Brundidge, the powerhouse talent behind media company Sheletta Makes Me Laugh where she focuses on advancing Black creators through her podcast network.

Sheletta joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Minnesota Now to talk about the honor.

Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.

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