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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
Minnesota Now with Nina Moini
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Minnesota Now with Nina Moini is journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s reporting that puts people first with live, down-to-earth, unscripted interviews that aim to inform and entertain. Tune in to Minnesota Now weekdays at noon on the radio or the live audio stream at mprnews.org.

Listen: Missed the show? Want to hear a specific conversation? Check out past episodes and segments on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Minnesota music: One of the pillars of Minnesota Now is featuring great Minnesota-based music. Here’s this year’s playlist of songs heard on the show.

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‘TikTok‘s days are numbered:’ expert breaks down Supreme Court case as users await decision

‘TikTok‘s days are numbered:’ expert breaks down Supreme Court case as users await decision

The platform asked the U.S. Supreme Court to halt an order that the company sell its U.S. operations or shut down, but justices have yet to make a decision.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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‘Spreading joy through two ropes’: Rondo Double Dutch shares skills with new generation

‘Spreading joy through two ropes’: Rondo Double Dutch shares skills with new generation

Rondo Double Dutch is the brainchild of Mercedes Yarbrough, an educator who wanted to bring Double Dutch to young people in her community. She joined up with Jelahn Prentiss to expand her vision for the program.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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How much can Dry January improve your health?

How much can Dry January improve your health?

For many, the new year is an opportunity to reset their relationship with alcohol. The roots of the health trend go as far back as 1942. A psychiatrist explains the difference it can make.
by Nina Moini and Ellie Roth

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State releases first survey on how long COVID has impacted Minnesotans

State releases first survey on how long COVID has impacted Minnesotans

The Minnesota Department of Health survey of 1,270 respondents found 40 percent experiences long-term COVID symptoms. Though limited, officials say it helps them understand the impact of the pandemic.
by Nina Moini, Ellen Finn and Alanna Elder

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St. Paul Central High’s ‘class clown’ Joe Mande on filming new comedy special in Twin Cities

St. Paul Central High’s ‘class clown’ Joe Mande on filming new comedy special in Twin Cities

Joe Mande’s new stand-up special “Chill” was filmed in Minneapolis and touches on several memorable moments from his Minnesota upbringing.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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Help the House Foundation launches to bridge resource gap for hospitality workers

Help the House Foundation launches to bridge resource gap for hospitality workers

The foundation’s founder recognized that while the hospitality industry is built on care and service, those who make it thrive often face challenges in silence.
by Nina Moini and Ellie Roth

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