Tricia Romano and Blois Olson on Media History and Minneapolis ICE Shooting
Tricia Romano and Blois Olson on Media History and Minneapolis ICE Shooting  
Podcast: Rich Valdés America At Night
Published On: Tue Jan 27 2026
Description: On this episode of America at Night with McGraw Milhaven, McGraw is joined by Tricia Romano, author of “The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of The Village Voice, The Radical Paper That Changed American Culture.” Romano reflects on the legacy of The Village Voice, its impact on journalism, politics, and pop culture, and how alternative media helped shape modern American discourse. Next, Blois (Bloyce) Olson, Chief Political Commentator at WCCO, joins the program to discuss the latest developments surrounding a reported fatal ICE-related shooting in Minneapolis. Olson examines the political and public reaction, the growing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement, and what the situation means for local leaders and law enforcement. The discussion sparks strong listener engagement, with McGraw opening the text line and asking whether ICE should continue operating in Minneapolis, leading to an active and spirited audience response on public safety, federal authority, and community trust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices