Welcome to the latest episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.' This week, Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb welcome Bryan Strawser, Chairman of the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus, for a timely and in-depth discussion following the tragic Annunciation Church shooting.
Together, they break down the facts, policy debates, and political reactions shaping Minnesota's response to gun violence, mental health, and school safety.
00:00 – Introduction & Episode Overview
00:17 – Guest Introduction: Bryan Strawser
00:39 – Rob Doar's Op-Ed
02:44 – What Won't Work: Assault Weapon Bans
07:43 – Enhanced Background Checks & Mental Health
11:49 – Demonizing Communities & Second Amendment Rights
13:15 – Current Minnesota & Federal Gun Laws
14:42 – Red Flag Laws & Their Effectiveness
19:19 – Proposed Legislation & Political Ramifications
29:02 – School Safety: The Shield Act & Security Measures
35:19 – Mental Health, Suicide, and Access to Care
37:09 – Denying Notoriety to Shooters
40:55 – The Legislative Realities of a Special Session
46:02 – DFL vs GOP: Messaging, Response, and Political Strategy
56:45 – Reflections, Takeaways, and Closing Thoughts
59:00 – The 2025 Break Down with Brodkorb & Becky Pick'em Pool & Outro
The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week!
