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Minnesota Now

Minnesota Public Radio

Live, down to earth, unscripted interviews that aim to connect, inform and entertain. Real people share real stories with MPR News host Nina Moini. It’s journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously and puts people first.

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70 episodes

  1. Minnesota Now: Nov. 12, 2026 53:28
  2. Doctor on frontlines of Todd County measles outbreak says it could ‘overwhelm’ health system 9:09
  3. Event gives adults the chance to relive the nostalgia of science fairs 9:46
  4. Law professor breaks down what would change if MN passes the Equal Rights Amendment 8:56
  5. Training looks to expand mental health support in after-school YMCA programs 9:07
  6. Minnesota Now: Nov. 11, 2026 54:01
  7. New film follows Native American basketball players whose campus was a boarding school site 10:14
  8. Winona-area group to train Dakota youth fellows in research, oral history and interpretation 8:09
  9. Minnesota program aims to strengthen the pipeline from military medic to medical doctor 9:53
  10. Minnesota immigration lawyers 'ramping up' capacity as Appleton ICE detention center opens 10:46
  11. Minnesota Now: Nov. 10, 2026 54:31
  12. Minneapolis woman dragged from car by ICE agents sues federal government 5:00
  13. MN has a rich polka history. Families and communities are finding ways to keep it alive 9:47
  14. What if cities invested in childcare like they do roads? Here's how it's going in Mapleton 9:49
  15. String of first responder suicides highlights growing need for mental health support 15:05
  16. Monday night Vikings game could be a turning point, Wolves continue winning streak 9:08
  17. Minnesota Now: Nov. 9, 2026 54:15
  18. The midterm election blue wave was historic. Have we seen one like it before? 10:07
  19. As Stephen Miller gets promoted to chief of staff, a look at how he targeted Somali Minnesotans 10:15
  20. Political scientist: Attacks on Somali Minnesotans in midterms was part of longstanding playbook 10:21
  21. Thank You, Stranger: A bad day that became one to remember 6:39
  22. Minnesota Now: Nov. 5, 2026 59:00
  23. 'Girlhood Summit' creates space for youth to build community and skills 9:43
  24. Report calls for more funding, support to address 'collective trauma' across the state 10:43
  25. Lawyers, advocates working with Minnesotans detained during the surge convene at fall forum 8:59
  26. Secretary of State lays out recount process as several midterm races end in razor-thin margins 11:36
  27. Data center backlash ousts incumbents in some Minnesota towns 4:39
  28. Minnesota Now: Nov. 4, 2026 59:00
  29. Chonburi Lee elected first Hmong Mayor of Maplewood 5:26
  30. 'We have a voice:' Anishinaabe leader celebrates Peggy Flanagan's historic election to Senate 9:36
  31. Minnesota voters backed school board incumbents, shied away from tax hikes to fund schools 3:59
  32. Political analysts: Frustrations with Trump, ICE activity in Minnesota help propel blue wave 13:14
  33. Minnesota DFL House leader says affordability will be top priority as party takes control 11:46
  34. Minnesota Now: Nov. 3, 2026 54:32
  35. Voters energized and heading to the polls in Minneapolis and Moorhead 8:01
  36. Following Election Day results? Here's what a Minnesota political scientist says to watch for 10:03
  37. 'Democracy Protectors' gather across Minnesota to provide voter support for midterms 11:12
  38. Minnesota Now: Nov. 2, 2026 55:50
  39. Vikings undefeated streak comes to an end, Gophers have hard-fought loss to Indiana 8:33
  40. For one paranormal researcher, Minnesota's spooky and strange can be found year-round 8:46
  41. Poll chaplains hope to bring sense of calm to voting sites on Election Day 10:15
  42. What happens when voters turn to AI chatbots for election information? 11:12
  43. Minnesota Now: Oct. 29, 2026 54:06
  44. Bat festival looks to dispel fears around the spooky animal, highlight their importance 10:05
  45. 18 years on, MN adoption agency finds new ways to support older youth in foster care 11:13
  46. Report: Residents of St. Paul encampment facing dangerous levels of toxins at site 9:33
  47. Doctor: New overdose report highlights 'dangerous time' in drug use in Minnesota 9:50
  48. Minnesota Now: Oct. 28, 2026 54:28
  49. New St. Paul microcinema to screen horror movies by local filmmakers for 'Hmonglloween' 9:35
  50. Hourcar, Waymo, Green Line changes shaping the future of Twin Cities transportation 10:28