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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December 8, 2023 6:30 AM

Minnesotans celebrate Hanukkah. U of M seeks more state funding

Hanukkah started at sundown Thursday, and this year, it comes with a backdrop of war and a rise in anti-Semitism. And in other news, the University of Minnesota is looking for additional state funding to improve its academic health programs.

by Elena See

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December 7, 2023 5:18 PM

St. John's student reflects on experience at COP28

A group of 20 students from the College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University got to observe the heated discussions about climate change and fossil fuels at COP28. Finn Dolezal was a part of that group and he shared more about his time in Dubai.

by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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December 7, 2023 5:18 PM

U of M scientist advocates for developing countries at global climate summit

On the first day of the 28th United Nations climate change conference, known as COP28, global leaders agreed to operationalize the Loss and Damage Fund established at last year’s conference. Nfamara Dampha, a research scientist at the University of Minnesota is taking part in these discussions as a party delegate for the Gambia at COP28.

by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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December 7, 2023 3:28 PM

American Crystal Sugar signals a record year

Speaking at the cooperative's annual meeting, American Crystal president Tom Astrup said everything lined up for growers this year. The cooperative is forecasting a record payday for growers, but Astrup said operating costs are also rising. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

by Jacob Aloi

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December 7, 2023 6:30 AM

Gov. Walz seeks to temper budget expectations. Flu season is upon us

Gov. Tim Walz wants Minnesota lawmakers to temper expectations heading into the next legislative session. Walz is hoping to keep the state budget from moving into the red. And with flu season arriving, a senior epidemiologist at the Minnesota Department of Health says now is the time to get a flu shot if you haven't yet.

by Elena See

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December 6, 2023 3:42 PM

Forecast shows possible surplus at end of current budget, little cushion for next budget

Gov. Tim Walz wants Minnesota lawmakers to temper expectations heading into next session to keep the state budget from moving into the red. A deficit could result if new spending gets too high in the upcoming session. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

by Jacob Aloi

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December 6, 2023 7:30 AM

IRS wants a taste of rebate. House special election goes to DFL candidate

Minnesota tax rebate recipients must turn over some of their money to the IRS. And Democrats will retain a six-seat edge in the Minnesota House after a special election for a seat encompassing parts of Dakota County.

by Todd Melby

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December 5, 2023 4:29 PM

New state seal design approved; New flag decision due by end of month

The State Emblems Redesign Commission approved the core design for a new state seal. After the design gained breakaway support in earlier meetings, the panel voted to advance the seal design. The design centers the state bird taking flight from a Minnesota lake. Strands of wild rice, trees and a star frame the loon. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

by Jacob Aloi

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December 5, 2023 7:15 AM

Medical cannabis lead steps down. Cities searching for funds to tackle 'forever chemicals'

The head of Minnesota's medical cannabis office is stepping down. The move means that the state must now fill two vacancies for top marijuana regulators. And some Minnesota cities are requesting state money to tackle "forever chemicals" in their drinking water supplies.

by Peter Cox

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December 4, 2023 4:24 PM

Former MPD officer Derek Chauvin returns to prison custody after stabbing

Former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin’s health is improving after he was stabbed more than 20 times last month while in federal prison in Arizona. Chauvin is serving concurrent sentences of more than 20 years for a state conviction for murdering George Floyd and federal charges of violating Floyd's civil rights. That story and more in today’s evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Jacob Aloi. Music by Gary Meister.

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