Beefing with Big Meat, Shutdown Shutting Down, and “Primary Trust” Review

The longest federal government shutdown might be coming to an end. Between SNAP benefits and Thanksgiving travel, we talk about what that might mean for Minnesota. Plus, John O’Sullivan of One Minute Tours tells us about what Big Beef doesn’t want you to know. Finally, contributor and MPR Newsroom Coordinator Denzel Belin reviews “Primary Trust” at Guthrie Theater. Find out why it got a rare Denzel standing ovation. Read more about the stories we talked about: The shutdown could end this week. Here’s what that might mean for Minnesotans. (Star Tribune) When Spam Met Sasquatch: The Battle for America’s Protein (John O’Sullivan) Primary Trust (Guthrie Theater) Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram , or email us at twincities@citycast.fm . You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise .