
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.
Today’s episode is all about culture, connection, and celebration as we welcome Lunar New Year at Mall of America. We’re joined by Xiaoyan Luo, PR Director of the Alliance of Minnesota Chinese Organizations, and Steven Zeng from Beard Papa’s to talk about this year’s vibrant Lunar New Year festiviti...
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, today’s episode is all about celebrating love through thoughtful gifts and memorable experiences at Mall of America. We start with Megan Townsend, Head of Marketing for North America at Läderach, who shares the story behind the iconic Swiss chocolate bra...
With the Super Bowl just days away, today’s episode celebrates the biggest game of the year…Mall of America style. NOTE – watch this episode if possible, you won’t want to miss the designs. We’re joined by fashion designer Christopher Straub, who kicks things off by showing off his Super Bowl–inspir...
Joining us today is Carl Radke, star of Bravo’s Summer House and author of the new memoir, Cake Eater. Carl is at Mall of America for a special book event, and we’re grateful he took the time to sit down with us. In Cake Eater, Carl shares a candid and deeply personal look at his life, navigating ca...
In this episode, we’re joined once again by Carrie Charleston and Ashley Hofman from Mall of America’s leasing team, the minds behind the mix. Together, we explore how new retail, dining, and experiential concepts come together to create unforgettable moments for guests. From viral openings like KPO...
What does it take to create unforgettable fan experiences and partnerships that go far beyond game day? In this episode, we sit down with Morgan Kennedy, Vice President of Partnership and Premium Experience for the Minnesota Vikings, to explore how the team designs elevated fan moments at U.S. Bank ...
What does it take to keep the nation’s busiest mall safe, day in and day out? In this episode, we talk with Will Bernhjelm, Vice President of Security at Mall of America, about a career shaped by service, adaptability, and purpose. Will has been an integral member of the MOA security team, which he ...
More great food is coming to Mall of America and everyone is excited! From handcrafted New Haven–style pizzas baked in just five minutes to customizable mac and cheese bowls that have gone viral on social media, these restaurants showcase the creativity and energy of the MOA dining scene. Joining us...
The holiday season at Mall of America doesn’t just happen. It’s carefully captured, crafted, and shared in real time by a creative team with a front-row seat to the magic. In this episode, we’re stepping behind the camera with Brinley Zoller and Johanna Beierle, two of MOA’s talented Social Media St...
Holiday shopping crunch time is here, and we’ve got you covered. In this episode, we’re rounding up the hottest gifts, toys, and last-minute finds from across Mall of America, perfect for everyone on your list (yes, even the tricky ones). We’re joined by Gail Larson, Senior Store Manager of the LEGO...