MPR News Programs and Podcasts

Listen to the latest radio programs and podcasts from MPR News.

From in-depth updates around Minnesota to national news reporting, empowering community stories, and more, MPR News is your source for staying connected to the world around you.

Programs

Morning Edition

Morning Edition, with Cathy Wurzer in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington and Los Angeles, brings you all the news from overnight and the information you need to start your day. Listen from 4 to 9 a.m. every weekday.

MPR News with Angela Davis

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Conversations about life in Minnesota and how the state is changing. Listen Mondays through Thursdays from MPR News starting at 9 a.m.

Minnesota Now

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Live, down to earth, unscripted interviews that aim to connect, inform and entertain. Real people share real stories with Nina Moini. It’s journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously and puts people first. Listen Mondays through Thursdays at noon.

All Things Considered

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All Things Considered, with Clay Masters in St. Paul and NPR hosts in Washington, is your comprehensive source for afternoon news and information. Listen from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. every weekday.

Big Books & Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller

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Host Kerri Miller holds in-depth conversations with authors about their books and ideas. Listen Fridays at 11 a.m.

Podcasts

Minnesota Today

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Minnesota Today from MPR News brings you the most important stories from around the state, on your schedule.

Politics Friday

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On Fridays at noon, MPR News political editor Brian Bakst discusses Minnesota politics and the latest from the legislature. Join us for interviews with lawmakers, candidates and more.

Climate Cast®

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MPR meteorologist Paul Huttner joins All Things Considered to talk about the latest research on our changing climate and the consequences we're seeing here in Minnesota and worldwide.

MPR News Ask a Bookseller

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Every week, The Thread checks in with booksellers around the country about their favorite books of the moment.

In Front of Our Eyes

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In March 2021, the first of the former officers charged in the killing of George Floyd went on trial in Minnesota. Police officers are rarely prosecuted in such cases — and the world was watching. MPR News, which has followed this case in detail from the beginning, brings listeners updates on the monumental case, and the consequences it holds for the city and the country. Created in collaboration with American Public Media.

74 Seconds

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In July 2016, the world watched a man die, live on their phones, after a traffic stop in suburban Minnesota. This is the story of that man, Philando Castile, and the officer, Jeronimo Yanez, who is about to go on trial in his death. It sits at the intersection of race, policing, justice and safety in America. A lot can happen in 74 seconds.

Living While Dying

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Insights on life from a man facing death.

Rivers of Oil

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Oil. It’s in your tires, your makeup, your kids’ toys, your gas tank. And the pipelines that get it to you have become the focus of growing protests, from Keystone XL to Dakota Access. On Rivers of Oil from Minnesota Public Radio News, we’ll look at those pipelines buried beneath our feet, how they’ve come to the forefront of an epic tug of war between reliance and risk, and how we all have a role to play in this story.

Latest

The latest episodes and segments.

January 14, 2021 4:00 PM

Cube Critics consider 'Promising Young Woman,' 'One Night in Miami,' and 'Some Kind of Heaven'

Cube Critics Euan Kerr and Marcheta Fornoff learn the lessons of 'Promising Young Woman,' 'One Night in Miami,' and 'Some Kind of Heaven'

by Euan Kerr and Marcheta Fornoff

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January 14, 2021 3:38 PM

Minnesota public safety officials ask visitors to keep away from state Capitol for several days

There will be traffic restrictions and an increased law enforcement presence near Minnesota’s Capitol over the coming week, to deal with possible security threats prior to the inauguration of President-Elect Joe Biden. The is the MPR News afternoon update for Jan. 14, 2021. Hosted by Nina Moini. Theme music by Gary Meister.

by Nina Moini

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January 14, 2021 6:27 AM

Winter storm update: 3 to 7 inches likely for much of Minnesota

Expect a wintry mix to change to snow Thursday and Friday. Several inches is still likely, and this looks like a plowable, if not a major winter weather event. High winds will make travel very difficult in western Minnesota. This is an MPR News morning update for Thursday, January 14, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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January 13, 2021 4:44 PM

Minnesota, like the nation, splits on Trump as impeachment passes

Minnesota, like the nation, splits on Trump as impeachment passes in the House, and heads for the Senate next week. And COVID vaccine continues a slow rollout. This is an evening news update from MPR news, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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January 13, 2021 6:11 AM

Schools are poised to reopen, but teachers aren’t vaccinated

Teachers from some of Minnesota’s largest school districts are voicing concerns about the return to in-person instruction, noting that they have yet to be vaccinated at a time when the COVID-19 virus is still spreading. This is an MPR News morning update for Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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January 12, 2021 4:38 PM

Governor calls out National Guard ahead of possible unrest heading toward Biden inauguration

Governor calls out National Guard ahead of possible unrest heading toward Biden inauguration, and judge splits trials of former police officers charged in George Floyd’s death. This is an evening update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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January 12, 2021 6:13 AM

Minneapolis police Lt. Bob Kroll moves up retirement to end of January

Minneapolis police union president Lt. Bob Kroll has announced that he will retire at the end of January, citing the impact of his job on his family. Kroll attracted support from his union, but also withering criticism and demands to leave from those who sought accountability of officers accused of brutality or were involved in fatal incidents. This is an MPR News morning update for Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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January 11, 2021 4:57 PM

Officials say right wing extremism remains a real threat for Minnesota

Officials say wing extremism remains a real threat for Minnesota, as the FBI warns of weekend attack, and the governor reveals his family was threatened at his residence. This is an evening news update from MPR news, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.

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January 11, 2021 6:09 AM

Virus variant arrives in Minnesota

Minnesota health officials had been watching for signs that a new, more contagious variant of the coronavirus had entered the state — and over the weekend, they received confirmation. The Health Department reported late Saturday that five people in the Twin Cities metro area had contracted the variant — and that it likely was more widespread across the state. This is an MPR News morning update for Monday, Jan. 11, 2021. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.

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January 9, 2021 5:46 PM

Protesters gather at Line 3 construction site in Aitkin County

Opponents of the Line 3 oil pipeline replacement project gathered Saturday in northern Minnesota to protest its construction across northern Minnesota. Eight people were arrested after blocking traffic on a highway.

by Kirsti Marohn

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