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

The latest episodes and segments.

Our continuing look at climate change
The latest research on our changing climate.
Pedal Hub: How to defuse driver rage
As a follow-up to our discussion of cyclist/motorist tensions, some advice on how to handle an altercation with an angry motorist.
Hallberg's Picture of Health: The effect of drug marketing
It's hard to escape the unending parade of drug ads, especially on TV. But do the drugs live up to the hype?
A Beautiful World: Music proves healing for dogs
Music has the ability to reduce animal anxiety and facilitate rehabilitation, says a concert pianist and co-creator of "Through A Dog's Ear."
A visit from the Political Junkie
Political Junkie Ken Rudin joins The Daily Circuit to give his perspective on the national political scene.
Pedal Hub: A wish for less tension on the road
The Pedal Hubbers share their hopes and dreams for Twin Cities' biking in 2015, including a reduction of tensions among cyclists and motorists.
Hallberg's Picture of Health: Doctors need to listen more
A New York Times commentary on physician listening skills has struck a nerve with health care providers and patients.
A visit from the Political Junkie
Political Junkie Ken Rudin joins The Daily Circuit to give his perspective on the national political scene.
A Beautiful World: Brilliant kids and the Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge
The 2015 Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge is open for submissions. Heather McElhatton talks with Dr. Delony Langer-Anderson about some of the brilliant ideas her past students have created.
Pedal Hub: Fat bike fever
The cycling world has gone crazy for fat bikes. Pedal Hub explores what's great -- and maybe not so great -- about these bikes with the bloated tires.