The Downright Upright Show with Philip Anthony

The Downright Upright Show with Philip Anthony

Join host Philip Anthony for interviews, commentary and entertainment! Listen Saturdays from 5-6 PM on AM950 or anytime on your favorite podcast app!

Episodes

Downright Upright Show Ep. 154: Rep. Nathan Coulter

January 19, 2026 • 49 mins
Philip speaks with Minnesota Rep. Nathan Coulter, who represents District 51B, which encompasses a majority of eastern Bloomington, Minnesota. On this episode we discuss his political platform and his forthcoming campaign. NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the shooting of Renee Good by ICE agents in Minneapolis which is why it was not discussed.
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Downright Upright Show Ep. 153: Rep. Kaela Berg

January 12, 2026 • 49 mins
Philip was joined by Minnesota Rep. Kaela Berg, who represents District 55B, which encompasses a majority of Burnsville, Minnesota. On this episode we discuss her political platform and her campaign for the U.S. House in the 2nd Congressional District, the seat Angie Craig currently occupies. Note: This interview was conducted prior to the shooting of…
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Downright Upright Show Ep. 152 – Co-Host Show 21 with Austin and Matt

January 3, 2026 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by his co-hosts Austin and Matt to discuss the lawlessness that is the Trump administration. Also, we discuss current LGBTQ news and tell the audience what our New Year’s resolutions are.
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 151 (Encore): Superstar Singer France Joli and her manager Daniel Vaillancourt

December 29, 2025 • 50 mins
Happy Holidays to all my followers! Since I’ll be away for the holidays, this show is a rebroadcast from September 20, 2025. Philip Anthony is joined by singing star France Joli and her manager Daniel Vaillancourt. Daniel discusses how he met France and became her manager. Later, France discusses her illustrious music career with me.…
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Downright Upright Show Ep. 150 – Joel Rainville, Director of Sales and Marketing for the Chanhassen Dinner Theaters

December 22, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by proud married gay man Joel Rainville, who is the Director of Sales and Marketing for the Chanhassen Dinner Theaters.
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Downright Upright Show Ep. 149 – Beth Thompson and Sarah Waller of Big Hill Books

December 13, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by the owner of Big Hill Books, Beth Thompson, and her store manager, Sarah Waller. Big Hill Books is located at 405 Penn Ave S, in the Bryn Mawr neighborhood of Minneapolis. Big Hill Books is a proud sponsor of AM950. Since the holiday season is upon us, we ask that…
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 148: Co-host Show No. 21

December 6, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by his co-hosts Austin and Matt to discuss current events and LGBTQ+ concerns.
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Downright Upright Show Ep. 147 – Queer Spirit Care Community with Tanyamarck Oviedo and Nick Venegoni

December 1, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by Tanyamarck Oviedo and Nick Venegoni from Queer Spirit Care Community. Queer Spirit is committed to curating and maintaining mindful care spaces for queer/ally communities around the world.
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Downright Upright Show Ep. 146 – John Welch, LGBTQ Karaoke Host and Deejay

November 24, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by proud LGBTQ karaoke host and deejay, John Welch. On this episode John and I discuss his successful profession as a karaoke host and deejay. If you are interested in singing karaoke or just being a spectator, you can see John on Tuesdays and Fridays at Black Hart of St. Paul…
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Downright Upright Show Ep. 145 – Minnesota State Senator Matt Klein

November 17, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by Minnesota State Senator Matt Klein who is running for U.S. Congresswoman Angie Craig’s House seat. Rep. Craig will be running for U.S. senator representing Minnesota as Senator Tina Smith is not seeking re-election.
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Downright Upright Show Ep. 144 – No Kings/Election Day part 2

November 8, 2025 • 54 mins
Host Philip Anthony continues his coverage from No Kings rallies as well as this past week’s Election Day!
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 143: Co-Host Show No. 20

November 1, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by his co-hosts Austin and Matt to discuss current events and LGBTQ concerns.
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 142: No Kings Twin Cities On-the-Street Interviews

October 25, 2025 • 50 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by a host of politicians and regular Minnesotans as they discuss why they attended the No Kings rally.
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 141: Javin Hintz and Debra D. of PFLAG River Falls

October 20, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by co-chair of PFLAG River Falls, Javin Hintz, and long-time member Debra D. On this episode we discuss PFLAG’s mission which is to uplift our LGBTQ+ family and to encourage authenticity in these trying times.
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 140: Robert Pilot, host of Native Roots Radio on AM950

October 13, 2025 • 50 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by the host of Native Roots Radio on AM950.  On this episode we talk about the pressing issues facing the Native American community and the origins of his show.
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 139: Co-host Show No. 19

October 4, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by his co-hosts Austin and Matt to discuss current events and LGBTQ concerns.
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 139 (Encore): Film Critic, Entertainment Reporter, Podcaster and TV Personality, Paul McGuire Grimes

September 29, 2025 • 49 mins
This episode originally aired August 14, 2025: Philip Anthony is joined by film critic, entertainment reporter, podcaster and TV personality, Paul McGuire Grimes. On this episode Philip and Paul discuss the current blockbuster movies of today and yesteryear and Paul’s journey as a proud gay man.
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 138: Superstar Singer France Joli and her manager Daniel Vaillancourt

September 20, 2025 • 50 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by singing star France Joli and her manager Daniel Vaillancourt. France discusses her music career and her beginnings. Some of France’s hits include “Come to Me”, “Don’t Stop Dancing”, “The Heart to Break the Heart”, “Gonna Get Over You” and too many more to enumerate here. Her manager, Daniel, discusses his…
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 137: Co-host Show No. 18

September 6, 2025 • 49 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by his co-hosts Austin and Matt to discuss current events and LGBTQ concerns.
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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 136: Author and Educator Dr. Patrick Scudder

August 30, 2025 • 50 mins
Philip Anthony is joined by author and educator Dr. Patrick Scudder.
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