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

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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

Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

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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.

Call to Mind

Call to Mind

Call to Mind is MPR News’ initiative to foster new conversations about mental health hosted by Angela Davis and produced by Jessica Bari.

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

Ask a Bookseller Podcast

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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

In Front of Our Eyes Podcast

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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

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.

Latest

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A Hennepin County judge issued an order amending former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin’s conditions of release due to safety concerns. Chauvin was released from Department of Corrections' custody on Wednesday after posting a $1 million bond. This is your MPR News evening update for Oct. 9, 2020. Hosted by Laura Yuen. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.
The plan would eliminate the men’s track and field, men’s tennis, and men’s gymnastics teams. School officials say the move is due to pandemic-related financial shortfalls, and Title IX compliance issues. This is an MPR News update for October 9, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.
Minnesota is easing some COVID rules, even as case growth persists. Dinner parties out can be bigger and high school sports will get some new fans indoors. This is an evening update from Minnesota Public Radio News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.
Cube Critics Euan Kerr and Marcheta Fornoff dive into three very different worlds with "The War With Grandpa," "Citizen," and "Three Day Weekend." One is a family friendly comedy, one a documentary on the struggle for suffrage in the US, and the third is both a thriller and a puzzle.
Protesters gathered near the site where George Floyd was killed in May, and spread into other areas of the city. The protests were sparked by the release of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin on bail. Chauvin is one of four former officers charged in Floyd’s killing. This is an MPR News morning update for October 8, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.
All of the officers involved in George Floyd's death are now out of jail, prompting Gov. Tim Walz to activate the Minnesota National Guard. This is an evening news update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.
The party has nominated Paula Overby to run in the 2nd Congressional District, after candidate Adam Weeks died unexpectedly last month. The timing of that election is the subject of a federal court hearing on Wednesday.  This is an MPR News morning update for October 7, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.
A historic hospital may be a big help for the homeless this winter, as Ramsey County says it may be a turn-key shelter near the Capitol in St. Paul. This is an evening news update from MPR News, hosted by Tim Nelson. Music by Gary Meister.
As of Monday, Minnesota health officials had not traced any COVID-19 cases to President Trump’s recent rallies and fundraiser in the state. The president announced he had the virus shortly after his latest trip. This is an MPR News morning update for October 6, 2020. Hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Our theme music is by Gary Meister.