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 Women are moving into sports leadership jobs
Women athletes are gaining respect on the court and on the field. And, now women also are a growing presence in front office jobs in professional sports. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with three women in top jobs at the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Aurora about how the front office is changing.
How much social media is too much?
When does social media become a problem? Join MPR News host Angela Davis to talk about digital well-being and what the research says about the good and bad of our screens.
The impact of diversity, equity and inclusion pledges in the workplace
After George Floyd was murdered in 2020, corporations made pledges to address systemic discrimination both within their organizations and in the community, but what has actually changed? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two diversity, equity and inclusion leaders in the Twin Cities about what DEI looks like in practice and how to create meaningful change. 
Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt brings empathy to policing 
Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt is the first Black woman to become a sheriff in Minnesota. MPR News Host Angela Davis talks with Sheriff Witt about her priorities and turning childhood hardship into her greatest strength.
'Face It': A safe space for men and boys to talk openly about mental health
Experts say that many men and boys don’t talk openly about their struggles, and that makes it hard for them to seek help. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two mental health professionals who work closely with men and boys.
Rebroadcast: Tutoring boosts students after the pandemic 'teaching loss'
The loss of classroom instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic fell hardest on low-income families and students of color. In this rebroadcast, MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how intensive tutoring could help Minnesota students catch up, build confidence and close the pandemic gap.
How Minnesota's lack of technology education contributes to tech job gap
Two Minnesota technology experts joined MPR News host Angela Davis to talk about why giant companies are laying off so many workers, and what’s being done to address the gap between open tech jobs and a lack of skilled workers in our state.
Planning your next vacation? Try these Minnesota day trips
Have you been dreaming about your next vacation? There are plenty of day trips and staycations you can take right here in Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis talked with two journalists about their favorite hidden gems for travel in and around Minnesota and how to plan a short getaway.
How to recognize and help someone in a mental health crisis
What do you say and what do you do when you witness someone have a mental health crisis right before your eyes? MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with trained professionals about the first actions to take and the words to use in an emergency.