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April 3, 2023 10:00 AM

The impact of diversity, equity and inclusion pledges in the workplace

After George Floyd was murdered in 2020, corporations made pledges to address systemic discrimination both within their organizations and in the community, but what has actually changed? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two diversity, equity and inclusion leaders in the Twin Cities about what DEI looks like in practice and how to create meaningful change.

by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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March 30, 2023 11:30 AM

Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt brings empathy to policing

Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt is the first Black woman to become a sheriff in Minnesota. MPR News Host Angela Davis talks with Sheriff Witt about her priorities and turning childhood hardship into her greatest strength.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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March 29, 2023 11:28 AM

'Face It': A safe space for men and boys to talk openly about mental health

Experts say that many men and boys don’t talk openly about their struggles, and that makes it hard for them to seek help. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two mental health professionals who work closely with men and boys.

by Angela Davis, Danelle Cloutier and Samantha Matsumoto

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March 28, 2023 11:00 AM

Rebroadcast: Tutoring boosts students after the pandemic 'teaching loss'

The loss of classroom instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic fell hardest on low-income families and students of color. In this rebroadcast, MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how intensive tutoring could help Minnesota students catch up, build confidence and close the pandemic gap.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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March 27, 2023 12:15 PM

How Minnesota's lack of technology education contributes to tech job gap

Two Minnesota technology experts joined MPR News host Angela Davis to talk about why giant companies are laying off so many workers, and what’s being done to address the gap between open tech jobs and a lack of skilled workers in our state.

by Angela Davis, Danelle Cloutier and Nicole Johnson

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March 22, 2023 2:04 PM

Planning your next vacation? Try these Minnesota day trips

Have you been dreaming about your next vacation? There are plenty of day trips and staycations you can take right here in Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis talked with two journalists about their favorite hidden gems for travel in and around Minnesota and how to plan a short getaway.

by Angela Davis, Danelle Cloutier, Samantha Matsumoto and Nicole Johnson

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March 22, 2023 10:58 AM

How to recognize and help someone in a mental health crisis

What do you say and what do you do when you witness someone have a mental health crisis right before your eyes? MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with trained professionals about the first actions to take and the words to use in an emergency.

by Angela Davis and Danelle Cloutier

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March 21, 2023 12:23 PM

Rebroadcast: A DNA test might reveal a life-changing family secret

The results of a home DNA test might reveal answers you didn't know you were looking for. In this rebroadcast, MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with a writer who discovered her previously unknown biological father through a home DNA test and a family therapist about how to process big family secrets that may change your life.

by Angela Davis and Matthew Alvarez

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March 20, 2023 10:42 AM

Minnesota has a wider wage gap than most states. How can we close it?

Minnesota is a national leader for women’s participation in the workplace. And yet, we also have a wider gender wage gap than most other states. Explore the latest research and personal stories about the gender wage gap in Minnesota and what we can do to about it.

by Angela Davis, Samantha Matsumoto and Nicole Johnson

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March 16, 2023 10:17 AM

How winter storms and other extreme weather are connected to climate change

Parts of Minnesota are once again bracing for a winter storm watch starting on Thursday. And it’s been a year of unusual and extreme winter weather. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with three experts about the impact of the changing climate, how it’s related to extreme weather and possible solutions.

by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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