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. 136: Celebrating Lunar New Year at MOA
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastFebruary 18, 2026
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Ep. 136: Celebrating Lunar New Year at MOA

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...

Ep. 135: Love, Chocolate and the Perfect Meal, Valentine’s Day at MOA
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastFebruary 11, 2026
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Ep. 135: Love, Chocolate and the Perfect Meal, Valentine’s Day at MOA

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...

Ep. 134: Celebrating the Super Bowl with Christopher Straub
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastFebruary 04, 2026
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Ep. 134: Celebrating the Super Bowl with Christopher Straub

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...

Ep. 133: Carl Radke: From Summer House to Self-Discovery
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastJanuary 28, 2026
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Ep. 133: Carl Radke: From Summer House to Self-Discovery

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...

Ep. 132: New Year, New Stores, New Fun
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastJanuary 21, 2026
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Ep. 132: New Year, New Stores, New Fun

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...

Ep. 131: More Than Football: Creating Unforgettable Vikings Fan Moments
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastJanuary 14, 2026
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Ep. 131: More Than Football: Creating Unforgettable Vikings Fan Moments

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 ...

Ep. 130: Protecting America’s Mall
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastJanuary 07, 2026
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Ep. 130: Protecting America’s Mall

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 ...

Ep. 129: Great New Eats at MOA
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastDecember 31, 2025
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Ep. 129: Great New Eats at MOA

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...

Ep. 128: Reels, Stories, and Santa: Inside MOA’s Holiday Social Strategy
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastDecember 24, 2025
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Ep. 128: Reels, Stories, and Santa: Inside MOA’s Holiday Social Strategy

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...

Ep. 127: Last-Minute Magic: LEGO, Toy + Gift Ideas at MOA
So Much More, A Mall of America® PodcastDecember 17, 2025
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Ep. 127: Last-Minute Magic: LEGO, Toy + Gift Ideas at MOA

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...