MPR News Programs and Podcasts

Listen to the latest radio programs and podcasts from MPR News.

From in-depth updates around Minnesota to national news reporting, empowering community stories, and more, MPR News is your source for staying connected to the world around you.

Programs

Morning Edition

Morning Edition, with Cathy Wurzer in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington and Los Angeles, brings you all the news from overnight and the information you need to start your day. Listen from 4 to 9 a.m. every weekday.

MPR News with Angela Davis

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Conversations about life in Minnesota and how the state is changing. Listen Mondays through Thursdays from MPR News starting at 9 a.m.

All Things Considered

All Things Considered, with Tom Crann in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington, is your comprehensive source for afternoon news and information. Listen from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. every weekday.

Minnesota Now

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Live, down to earth, unscripted interviews that aim to connect, inform and entertain. Real people share real stories with Cathy Wurzer. It’s journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously and puts people first. Listen Mondays through Thursdays at noon.

Big Books & Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller

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Host Kerri Miller holds in-depth conversations with authors about their books and ideas. Listen Fridays at 11 a.m.

Podcasts

Minnesota Today

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Minnesota Today from MPR News brings you the most important stories from around the state, on your schedule.

Politics Friday

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On Fridays at noon, MPR News political editor Brian Bakst discusses Minnesota politics and the latest from the legislature. Join us for interviews with lawmakers, candidates and more.

Climate Cast®

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MPR meteorologist Paul Huttner joins All Things Considered to talk about the latest research on our changing climate and the consequences we're seeing here in Minnesota and worldwide.

Cube Critics®

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Weekly art and culture chats with MPR News' Jacob Aloi, Alex V. Cipolle, Max Sparber and guests.

small change: Money Stories from the Neighborhood

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small change: Money Stories from the Neighborhood is a podcast and learning platform highlighting smart, practical and collaborative money skills developed by people living with lower and unstable incomes. Hosts Chris Farrell and Twila Dang talk to community members who are redefining wealth and poverty, the value of community and the purpose of money. Money wisdom taught by the true experts — people who have learned from experience. From MPR News.

Art Hounds®

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Each week three people from the Minnesota arts community talk about a performance, opening, or event they're excited to see or want others to check out.

In Front of Our Eyes

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In March 2021, the first of the former officers charged in the killing of George Floyd went on trial in Minnesota. Police officers are rarely prosecuted in such cases — and the world was watching. MPR News, which has followed this case in detail from the beginning, brings listeners updates on the monumental case, and the consequences it holds for the city and the country. Created in collaboration with American Public Media.

74 Seconds

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In July 2016, the world watched a man die, live on their phones, after a traffic stop in suburban Minnesota. This is the story of that man, Philando Castile, and the officer, Jeronimo Yanez, who is about to go on trial in his death. It sits at the intersection of race, policing, justice and safety in America. A lot can happen in 74 seconds.

Living While Dying

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Insights on life from a man facing death.

MPR News Ask a Bookseller

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Every week, The Thread checks in with booksellers around the country about their favorite books of the moment.

Rivers of Oil

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Oil. It’s in your tires, your makeup, your kids’ toys, your gas tank. And the pipelines that get it to you have become the focus of growing protests, from Keystone XL to Dakota Access. On Rivers of Oil from Minnesota Public Radio News, we’ll look at those pipelines buried beneath our feet, how they’ve come to the forefront of an epic tug of war between reliance and risk, and how we all have a role to play in this story.

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August 12, 2021 5:16 PM

Infrastructure bill offers ‘once in a generation' investment in climate resilience

The Senate’s bipartisan infrastructure bill is headed to the House, where progressive Democrats say it doesn't do enough to reduce emissions. But it does invest billions to help communities prepare for the effects of climate change.

by Paul Huttner

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August 12, 2021 4:57 PM

Minnesota posts another vaccination milestone, and the census has a new look at the state

Minnesota posts another vaccination milestone, and the census has a new look at the state and its changing demographics. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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August 12, 2021 3:20 PM

Cube Critics discuss "Free Guy," "Respect," and "CODA"

Cube Critics Euan Kerr and Samantha Matsumoto discuss "Free Guy," "Respect," and "CODA"

by Euan Kerr and Samantha Matsumoto

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August 12, 2021 6:43 AM

On-site MN state employees face vaccine-or-test choice

Minnesota approximately 40,000 state employees will face a choice after Labor Day: They’ll either have to prove they’ve been vaccinated for COVID-19 or submit to weekly testing to be back in the office. Officials with Gov. Tim Walz’s administration informed union leaders of the new rule on Wednesday. This is an MPR News morning update for Thursday, August 12, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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August 11, 2021 5:11 PM

Walz sets state worker vaccine mandate and MPR has a new CEO

Walz sets state worker vaccine mandate, as the city of St. Paul moves the same direction. Also, MPR has a new CEO. This is an evening update from MPR news, hosted by Tim nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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August 11, 2021 6:50 AM

Walz: Vaccine requirement possible for state workers

Gov. Tim Walz said Tuesday a vaccination requirement for Minnesota’s approximately 40,000 state workers is on the table as his administration negotiates a plan for the return of those employees to offices and other facilities throughout Minnesota. Walz said he expects to announce a plan in the coming days. This is an MPR News morning update for Wednesday, August 11, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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August 10, 2021 5:05 PM

Gun rights advocates are fighting State Fair firearm ban

Gun rights advocates are fighting State Fair firearm ban and data shows the new COVID spike is hitting communities of color hard. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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August 10, 2021 6:11 AM

State Fair officials debating masks, other precautions as COVID cases rise

As the number of COVID-19 cases grows and throws curves at large event plans, masks at the Minnesota State Fair are likely to be more common than believed even a few weeks ago. With a scheduled open on Aug. 26, fair officials have not yet made decisions on restrictions or mask requirements, but there's growing concern among health experts about gatherings of large groups of people, even outdoors. This is an MPR News morning update for Tuesday, August 10, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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August 9, 2021 5:02 PM

COVID is shutting down some major events nationwide as the Minnesota State Fair approaches

COVID is shutting down some major events nationwide as the Minnesota State Fair approaches and Delta variant cases grow. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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August 9, 2021 6:27 AM

Investigation continues after Carver County plane crash that killed 3

The investigation continues into a Saturday plane crash that killed three people in Carver County. The plane crashed and burst into flames at about 5:40 p.m. Saturday near a home in Victoria, Minn. All three people aboard the plane died; no one on the ground was injured. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, August 9, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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