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How to build a career, start a business and succeed in a changing economy

How to build a career, start a business and succeed in a changing economy

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with journalist Lee Hawkins about how entrepreneurs turn ideas into businesses, find their way into new careers and make financial decisions along the way.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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Rural Voice: How to keep rural kids rural

Rural Voice: How to keep rural kids rural

How do rural communities keep young people from drifting away? At a Rural Voice town hall in Grand Rapids. Kerri Miller heard from parents, educators and town leaders about the challenges and possible solutions that could help rural kids stay in their hometowns.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Long COVID affects many Minnesotans years after the pandemic

Long COVID affects many Minnesotans years after the pandemic

It’s been six years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but many Minnesotans are still suffering its aftermath. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the extreme fatigue, brain fog and other symptoms of long COVID.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Making classical music more accessible: Meet Minnesota Orchestra CEO Isaac Thompson

Making classical music more accessible: Meet Minnesota Orchestra CEO Isaac Thompson

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Isaac Thompson, the president and CEO of the Minnesota Orchestra. He grew up inspired by the orchestra — now he’s leading it. They talk about his career, classical music and the orchestra’s future.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Rural Voice: A town hall on belonging in St. Joseph, Minn.

Rural Voice: A town hall on belonging in St. Joseph, Minn.

What does it mean to belong to a rural community — especially if you're a newcomer? Rural Voice kicks off its 2026 series with a town hall discussion in St. Joseph, Minn.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Recovery: Building a new life after sobriety

Recovery: Building a new life after sobriety

Getting sober is just a first step. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about lifelong recovery with two guests who rebuilt their lives after alcohol and drug abuse brought everything crashing down.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Why do we get tattoos?

Why do we get tattoos?

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about why people get tattoos, what they can mean to people and how attitudes toward tattoos are changing.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Is college getting more affordable?

Is college getting more affordable?

For a long time, the story has been that college is too expensive, and student debt is crippling a generation. Leaders in Minnesota are working to change that narrative. But is it enough? Angela Davis took that question to St. Cloud last week, for a North Star Journey Live discussion.
by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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How to address rising food insecurity

How to address rising food insecurity

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the CEOs of Feeding America and Second Harvest Heartland about how to help ensure everyone has access to the food they need.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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