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After the shootings: How communities heal MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two therapists and a violence researcher about the grief, anger and fear that follows public shootings and the long and difficult process of healing afterwards.

Therapists joined me on MPR News to talk about how to process the anger, fear & grief we are experiencing after the mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school & the long-term impact. A gun violence researcher discussed the warnings signs we shouldn’t ignore. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

After the shootings: How communities heal MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two therapists and a violence researcher about the grief, anger and fear that follows public shootings and the long and difficult process of healing afterwards.

Therapists joined me on MPR News to talk about how to process the anger, fear & grief we are experiencing after the mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school & the long-term impact. A gun violence researcher discussed the warnings signs we shouldn’t ignore. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

After the shootings: How communities heal Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two therapists and a violence researcher about the grief, anger and fear that follows public shootings and the long and difficult...

Senseless violence. What steps do we take to process grief, anger & fear in the aftermath of another mass shooting? Thursday at 9am on MPR News, I’ll talk with two therapists & a violence prevention researcher about the shootings at a Minneapolis Catholic school.
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Good vibrations: How sound baths and sound therapy can help people relax Can sound heal? Coming up at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, 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 ...

Have you heard of a sound bath? Wednesday morning at 9 on MPR News we’re talking about the traditions and science behind modern sound therapy and the power of good vibrations to calm our mind and body. I’ll talk with two sound practitioners.
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From classroom to cabinet: John B. King Jr. on teachers who change lives MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a former secretary of the U.S. Department of Education about the power of teachers and their ability to change lives.

On MPR News former U.S. Secretary of Education John King joined me to talk about the power of teachers and his personal story of how teachers saved his life during a difficult childhood. He is speaking at a free community event Tuesday evening. Details in link. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

From classroom to cabinet: John B. King Jr. on teachers who change lives Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a former secretary of the U.S. Department of Education about the power of teachers and their ability to change lives.

Is there a teacher who made a big difference in your life? Tuesday at 9am on MPR News, I’ll talk to former U.S. Secretary of Education John King about the power of teachers and his personal story of how teachers saved his life during a difficult childhood. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

From classroom to cabinet: John B. King Jr. on teachers who change lives Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a former secretary of the U.S. Department of Education about the power of teachers and their ability to change lives.

Is there a teacher who made a big difference in your life? Tuesday at 9am on MPR News, I’ll talk to former U.S. Secretary of Education John King about the power of teachers & his personal story of how teachers saved his life during a difficult childhood. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Why child care costs so much in Minnesota Minnesota has the third-highest average cost of infant child care in the country. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about why child care is so expensive, who's affected most and what idea...

Does the cost of child care make up a big part of your monthly expenses? On MPR News, I talked about why child care is so expensive, who's affected the most and what ideas are on the table for solutions. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Why child care costs so much in Minnesota Minnesota has the third-highest average cost of infant child care in the country. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about why child care is so expensive, wh...

Minnesota has the third highest average cost of infant child care in the country. Monday morning at 9 on MPR News, let’s talk about why child care is so expensive, who's affected the most, and what ideas are on the table for solutions. Call in. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Potluck problems solved: Recipes that travel well and always impress MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a cookbook author who shares recipes designed to travel well, taste amazing and win you the title of ‘best guest ever.’

Loved talking to cookbook author Casey Elsass about his new book “What Can I Bring?” Listen to our conversation on MPR News. Lots of listeners also shared suggestions on appetizers, side dishes and desserts to take to family gatherings and parties. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Potluck problems solved: Recipes that travel well and always impress Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the author of “What Can I Bring? Recipes to Help You Live Your Guest Life.”

You’re invited to the cookout or dinner party, and so now you ask “What can I bring?” Thursday morning at 9 on MPR News I’ll talk to cookbook author Casey Elsass, whose latest book is full of recipes for foods to bring and advice on how to be great guest. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Digital detoxing: Finding balance in a world that never logs off Are you glued to your phone or laptop? Maybe you need a digital detox. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to take a break from our screens and create strategies to unplug.

Why can’t you put your phone down? Are you spending too much time on your laptop? Listen to this conversation on MPR News about doing a digital detox, taking steps to reduce your screen time. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Digital detoxing: Finding balance in a world that never logs off Are you glued to your phone or laptop? Maybe you need a digital detox. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how to take a break from our screens and c...

Are you glued to your phone or laptop? Do you need a digital detox? Wednesday morning at 9 on MPR News we’ll talk about how to take a break from our screens and create strategies to unplug. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Talking Gen Z: How young people today use slang Every generation has its slang. From “groovy” and “far out” to “lit” and “slay.” MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a linguist and a St. Paul poet and hip-hop artist to unpack the slang of 2025.

I learned so much about the latest slang that teenagers and young adults are using today. No cap! You can too. Listen to this conversation on MPR News. My guests included a linguist and a poet.
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Talking Gen Z: How young people today use slang Every generation has its slang. From “groovy” and “far out” to “lit” and “slay.” Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a linguist and a St. Paul poet and hip-hop artist...

Every generation has its slang, from words like “groovy” and “far out” to “lit” and “slay.” Tuesday morning at 9 on MPR News, I’ll talk to a linguist and a poet about the most popular slang in 2025. This show is going to be "straight fire."
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Under the hood of rideshare services Ever wonder how much money a driver for Uber or Lyft can make? Or what it’s like to pick up a stranger in your car? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the rideshare industry and how its changing.

Listen to a conversation about what it's like to be an Uber or Lyft driver and the challenges they and their riders face in 2025. On MPR News we discussed the changes in ridesharing services since they started.
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Under the hood of rideshare services Ever wonder how much money a driver for Uber or Lyft can make? Or what it’s like to pick up a stranger in your car? Coming up at 9 a.m. on Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the rideshare ...

Monday at 9 am on MPR News we'll go behind the scenes of ridesharing & discuss how it’s changed over the years. I'll talk with Uber & Lyft drivers. My guests: Sergio Avedian, senior contributor for The Rideshare Guy, and Twin Cities rideshare driver Said Mohamed.
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Volunteering in Minnesota: How to get involved and make a difference Are you interested in giving back to your community as a volunteer? Need ideas on how to get started and what you can do? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests share ways to get involved.

Volunteers shared with me what they get out of devoting time to helping others and shared ideas on ways you can do it too. Listen to this inspiring conversation on MPR News. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Volunteering in Minnesota: How to get involved and make a difference Are you interested in giving back to your community as a volunteer? Need ideas on how to get started and what you can do? Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests sha...

Looking for ideas on ways to do volunteer work? Do you need volunteers? Let’s talk about it Thursday morning at 9 on MPR News. Call in at 651-227-6000 or 800-242-2828. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

How to manage your time so you don't feel overwhelmed Do you find yourself racing against the clock, but still not getting everything done? Does it stress you out? MPR News host Angela Davis is tackling time management with a researcher and a time manage...

Listen to a conversation on MPR News about time management and turning your “to do” list into a “ta da!” list. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

The changing media landscape From streaming shake-ups to shrinking newsrooms, how we get news and entertainment is shifting fast. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a media analyst and a pop culture critic about what’s changin...

The media landscape is changing rapidly. On MPR News I talked with 2 great guests about the big shifts we're seeing in late-night TV, network TV news, streaming services that provide access to sports & other entertainment, and public media. Plus, mergers & ownership.
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What's ahead for electric vehicles? Have you thought about buying an electric vehicle? Do you drive one? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how cuts to EV funding could affect the future of electric cars and how we get around.

Your questions about electric vehicles answered. Lots of MPR News listeners called in to share their experiences. My guests: Jukka Kukkonen of Shift2Electric and Katelyn Bocklund of Drive Electric Minnesota and Great Plains Institute. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Have you thought about buying an electric vehicle? Do you drive one? Monday at 9am on MPR News I’ll talk about how cuts to EV funding could affect the future of electric cars, if now is a good time to swap the pump for a plug & how far you can really go on a charge. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Born during COVID, starting school now: The challenges facing this year’s kindergarten class They’re five years old and full of surprises — children born during the first months of the pandemic are starting kindergarten! MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the challenges they...

Do you know a child heading to kindergarten this fall? These are kids born during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. On MPR News listen to longtime educators describe the challenges they face, how schools are prepared to address them, and what parents can do to help.
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Born during COVID, starting school now: The challenges facing this year’s kindergarten class They’re five years old and full of surprises — children born during the first months of the pandemic are starting kindergarten! Coming up at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guest...

Lots of those “pandemic babies” are now 5 years old & heading to kindergarten this fall. Tuesday morning at 9 on MPR News, I’ll talk to some educators about the impact of social isolation during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic & what to expect in class this fall. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Navigating artificial intelligence in the workplace Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, but are employers keeping up? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how different industries are using AI and how organizations are resp...

Are you an AI super user? Maybe you should think about becoming one. Listen to this conversation on MPR News on the ways artificial intelligence is being used in the workplace and how companies are training employees on its use. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025... www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Power Pair: A superintendent and a state senator focused on serving their community MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her next Power Pair — Laurie and Aric Putnam. She leads the school district in St. Cloud. He’s a Minnesota state senator. Both are deeply rooted in public service...

Meet the latest Power Pair to join me on MPR News. Aric Putnam is a MN state senator. Laurie Putnam is the superintendent of St. Cloud Public Schools. They’ve been married for 23 years. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Power Pair: A superintendent and a state senator focused on serving their community Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her next Power Pair — Laurie and Aric Putnam. She leads the school district in St. Cloud. He’s a Minnesota state senator. Both ar...

Thursday morning at 9 on MPR News, meet my next Power Pair. I’m talking with a husband-wife team deeply rooted in public service.
Aric Putnam is a MN state senator. Laurie Putnam is the superintendent of St. Cloud Public Schools. They’ve been married for 23 years.
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How Medicaid changes will affect health care in Minnesota Changes coming to Medicaid will make it harder for some Minnesotans to get covered by the public health insurance program. Coming up at 9 a.m. tomorrow, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with guests ab...

Changes coming to Medicaid will make it harder for Minnesotans to get covered by the public health insurance program. Wednesday morning at 9 on MPR News I’ll talk about the impact on mental health care, rural hospitals & more. Call in at 651-227-6000 or 800-242-2828.
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Finding purpose: Steve Grove on rediscovering the Midwest MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Steve Grove, CEO and publisher of the Minnesota Star Tribune and author of the new book, “How I Found Myself in the Midwest.”

Listen to my conversation on MPR News with Steve Grove, the publisher and CEO of The Minnesota Star Tribune. We talked about the future of journalism, the challenges and rewards of public service, and his new book about finding purpose in life. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...