It’s been six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but many Minnesotans are still suffering its aftermath. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the extreme fatigue, brain fog and other sy...

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Isaac Thompson, the president and CEO of the Minnesota Orchestra. He grew up inspired by the orchestra — now he’s leading it. They talk about his career, classica...

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the push to regulate AI, who should oversee it and what guardrails could cover.

Getting sober is just a first step. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about lifelong recovery with two guests who rebuilt their lives after alcohol and drug abuse brought everything crashing down.

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about why people get tattoos, what they can mean to people and how attitudes toward tattoos are changing.

For a long time, the story has been that college is too expensive, and student debt is crippling a generation. Leaders in Minnesota are working to change that narrative. But is it enough? Angela Davis...

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the CEOs of Feeding America and Second Harvest Heartland about how to help ensure everyone has access to the food they need.

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the joys and challenges of raising a relative’s child — and the support families need.

Minnesota’s top judge retires at the end of this month. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Minnesota State Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson about her career, cases and the role of the cou...

How do you know when it’s time to quit your job? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to recognize when a job isn’t working anymore, and how to decide what to do next.

How do you know when it’s time to quit your job? Coming up at 9 a.m. on Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to recognize when a job isn’t working anymore, and how to decid...

An entire generation has grown up since 9/11. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests reflect on the terrorist attacks that happened 25 years ago and how they changed us.

Can sound heal? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the ancient traditions and modern science behind sound baths and the power of good vibrations to calm our mind and body.

A question on your November ballot could increase funding for public schools in Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about what voters should know — and how much difference the mo...

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guest talk about how to quiet your inner critic, learn from mistakes, recognize your wins and take action — even when you don't feel ready.

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about what that history can teach us about caring for the Mississippi River today and in the future.

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the heads of two Minnesota foundations that have supported economic development in rural Minnesota for forty years. They’ll talk about creative solutions to rural...

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how the school community’s children and families are healing and where their push to prevent gun violence stands.

Libraries aren’t just places to find a good book. They’re places to create, learn, connect and access technology and other resources. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests explore how public libra...

MPR News host Angela Davis talks about a Minnesota-based nonprofit that helps older adults build connections with others through phone conversations, virtual coffee chats and in-person visits.

The number of Native entrepreneurs is on the rise in Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two indigenous business owners about their unique success and challenges.

Starting high school can be exciting, and overwhelming, for teenagers and their parents. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how parents can help their teenagers adjust while giving t...

What does it take to help a neighborhood thrive? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Pillsbury United Communities’ new leader Signe Harriday about youth programs, food access, and the power of arts ...

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Minnesota music legends Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis about their longtime friendship that has kept them working together for more than 50 years.

Public office has always been demanding, but is the pressure getting worse? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about why more local leaders are sharing their struggles with mental health, why it matters...

Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the standards we hold elected officials to and how power, race, gender and politics shape how we think about allega...

Student loan rules recently changed and many borrowers are feeling the impact. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests break down the latest federal changes, what they mean for payments and how peop...

Minnesota's Medicaid program is facing funding freezes as the state steps up efforts to fight fraud. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about fraud and threats to programs with the commissioner of the M...

When was the last time you went to the dentist? Oral health affects your whole body, but many people struggle to get the dental care they need. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about acc...

Buying a home has become too expensive for many people. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the challenges of making homes more affordable with Chris Coleman, the CEO of Twin Cities Habitat for Hum...

Layoffs are making headlines, but many employers are still hiring. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about what's behind the changing job market and what it means for Minnesota workers.

Think it's too late to learn a new language? It’s not! MPR News host Angela Davis talks about adults learning a new language to connect with their heritage, their neighbors, for work or just for fun.

Minnesota's climate is warming and extreme heat is becoming a bigger health concern. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about how dangerous heat affects our health, who's most at risk, a...

Do you know what will happen to your home, savings or belongings after you die? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with an attorney and a financial planner about what to do now so your loved ones don’t ...

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two researchers studying the connection between fermented foods and our health.

MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how to thrift, shop secondhand sites and use your local “Buy Nothing” groups to save money on everything from your clothes to your next dining room table.

Life changes — and so do our friendships. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about why making friends gets harder as we get older, and why quality may matter more than quantity.

Having fun doesn’t have to break the bank. MPR News host Angela Davis continues “Cheap Week” with ideas for saving money on entertainment, including live music, sporting events, theater and more.

Groceries are expensive. So how can you stretch your food budget and still eat well? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about tips for shopping smarter, wasting less and saving money on fo...

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to find the best airfare and hotel deals, ideas for destinations closer to home and finding more value when you travel.

Coming up at 9 a.m. on Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to find the best airfare and hotel deals, ideas for destinations closer to home and finding more value when you ...

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the owner of the Minnesota Wild, Craig Leipold, about his career, hockey and what’s ahead in his new role as majority owner of the St. Paul Hotel.

Summer is a great time to get lost in a good story, discover a new author, or tackle that book on your nightstand. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two booksellers about their recommendations and...

Do you know how many subscriptions you have? Recurring fees for everything from streaming services to gym memberships add up. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how to manage “subscription fatigue...

A Father’s Day conversation explores the complicated emotions and experiences the day can bring.

Minnesota has some of the best survival rates after cardiac arrest in the country. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a Woodbury man about his experience with cardiac arrest, his wife who administe...

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with three Minnesotans who delivered commencement speeches last month about the messages they hope the Class of 2026 will carry into the future.

Representation matters. And that applies to the classroom as well. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with teachers and the CEO of Black Men Teach, an organization that is focused on placing and retaini...

As we prepare to welcome the heat of the summer months, it’s also time to get ready for mosquitoes and ticks. MPR News host Angela Davis gets some advice on how to protect ourselves from bites, and th...