So Much More, A Mall of America® Podcast

So Much More, A Mall of America® Podcast

Welcome to SO MUCH MORE, A Mall of America® Podcast. From personal development and entrepreneurship to leadership and learning; we are excited to delve into a wide range of topics and share inspiring stories from a diverse group of guests.

Ep. 44: Water-Skiing Squirrels to A-List Celebrities
May 15, 202400:29:45

Ep. 44: Water-Skiing Squirrels to A-List Celebrities

Events experts Meri Ryan and Sierra Goerg share the storied history + behind-the-scenes tales of events at Mall of America. In 2023, the Mall hosted more than 370 events, and is set to surpass that mark in 2024. This team helps imagine, create + implement these amazing guest experiences. Like the e...

Ep. 43: Falen Bonsett, Radio Show Host + Social Media Personality
May 08, 202400:34:17

Ep. 43: Falen Bonsett, Radio Show Host + Social Media Personality

“It’s an unpopular opinion, but I don’t like Chicago. I’ve seen the Bean, the museum, the aquarium. Don’t really like the pizza.” And away we go…. On this episode, KDWB radio host and social media personality, Falen Bonsett, tells it like it is! Falen shar...

Ep. 42: A Mother’s Day Conversation
May 01, 202400:28:20

Ep. 42: A Mother’s Day Conversation

This episode features Mall of America team members who are all working moms. With a wide range of work and parenting experience, they share insights on finding balance in their lives. They also openly discuss the challenges and joys of being a working parent. Jill Renslow, host of So Much More podc...

Ep. 41: Patric Richardson Shares the Secret Joy of Laundry
April 24, 202400:30:42

Ep. 41: Patric Richardson Shares the Secret Joy of Laundry

Patric Richardson knows laundry. He has a passion for it. You might even call him The Laundry Evangelist – everyone does! He has been featured on national media, was HGTV’s The Laundry Guy + author and owner of Mona Williams boutique at Mall of America. His philosophy: I love helping pe...

Ep. 40: Omni Talk Hosts Share the Future of Retail + Entrepreneurship
April 17, 202400:29:35

Ep. 40: Omni Talk Hosts Share the Future of Retail + Entrepreneurship

Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton are the hosts and co-CEOs of Omni Talk, a podcast and retail blog for retailers, by retailers. They understand the world of retail better than anyone. Both had leadership roles with the Target Store of the Future program, are entrepreneurs + have boundless energy and ...

Ep. 39: Sheletta and Andrew Brundidge Discuss Autism Acceptance Month
April 10, 202400:33:43

Ep. 39: Sheletta and Andrew Brundidge Discuss Autism Acceptance Month

Sheletta Brundidge is an Emmy award-winning comedian and talk show host, commentator, influencer + activist, and The Boss Lady at ShelettaMakesMeLaugh.com. Sheletta and her son, first-time author Andrew Brundidge, are our guests to talk about Autism Acceptance Month. Sheletta’s three youngest childr...

Ep. 38: Xcel Energy + MOA, The Power in Planning
April 03, 202400:29:56

Ep. 38: Xcel Energy + MOA, The Power in Planning

Our guests are energy and efficiency experts! John Marshall is Regional Vice President at Xcel Energy. He and his team manage strategic relationships across three states in seven hundred communities. Also joining us is Rich Hoge, Chief Operating Officer at Mall of America, who leads the waste and r...

Ep. 37: Artist Adam Turman, Celebrating Minnesota Icons thru Art
April 01, 202400:32:12

Ep. 37: Artist Adam Turman, Celebrating Minnesota Icons thru Art

Perhaps best known for his bold illustrations that riff on everyday icons with stylized takes on all things Minnesota, from the BWCA to Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox, artist Adam Turman is a true state treasure. Adam works with major brands such as Mall of America, Surly Brewing + Pepsi, indepen...

Ep. 36: The Harlem Globetrotters, Creating Smiles + Memories
March 20, 202400:29:05

Ep. 36: The Harlem Globetrotters, Creating Smiles + Memories

On this episode, two of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters, Julian ‘Zeus’ McClurkin and Joey ‘Hot Rod’ De La Rosa join us for a fun-filled conversation. Zeus is one of the most decorated Harlem Globetrotters, holding six Guiness World Records, and he’s performed min...

Ep.35: Surprisingly Delightful
March 13, 202400:19:39

Ep.35: Surprisingly Delightful

On this episode, hosts Grant Buntje and Chris Grap welcome their colleague and co-delight creator, Sara Johnson, the Integrated Marketing Director at Mall of America. Since the day it first opened in 1992, Mall of America has been surprising and delighting guests in unique ways and these team membe...