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Power Pairs: Listen to a new series featuring prominent Minnesotans in a close relationship. Maybe they're siblings, a married couple or best friends. You may know of them separately but they reveal a whole new side of themselves when Angela Davis sits them down together. Listen to the interviews here.

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Power Pair: Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis celebrate a Minnesota homecoming
Music producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are coming home to Minnesota for a big concert at the State Fair. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Monday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the Minnesota music legends about their friendship and successful careers.
Cyberattacks and the critical services we rely on
More than 30 Minnesota water systems were targeted in a recent cyberattack. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about what we can do to protect the critical systems we rely on.
Addressing the mental health strain on public leaders
Public office has always been demanding, but is the pressure getting worse? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about why more local leaders are sharing their struggles with mental health, why it matters and what can help.
Trust, accountability and the behavior we expect from political leaders
MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the standards we hold elected officials to and how power, race, gender and politics shape how we think about allegations against public figures.
Making sense of student loan changes
Student loan rules recently changed and many borrowers are feeling the impact. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests break down the latest federal changes, what they mean for payments and how people can make the best financial decisions for themselves.  
Fraud and funding delays are threatening Medicaid in Minnesota
Minnesota's Medicaid program is facing funding freezes as the state steps up efforts to fight fraud. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about fraud and threats to programs with the commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Breaking down barriers to dental care
When was the last time you went to the dentist? Oral health affects your whole body, but many people struggle to get the dental care they need. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about access, anxiety and why dental care matters.
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity's CEO Chris Coleman on making affordable housing
Buying a home has become too expensive for many people. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the challenges of making homes more affordable with Chris Coleman, the CEO of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity.
Layoffs and hiring: Understanding today's job market
Layoffs are making headlines, but many employers are still hiring. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about what's behind the changing job market and what it means for Minnesota workers.
The truth about your 30s
Your 30s can seem like decade when you're supposed to have life figured out. But for many people, they're a time of change, uncertainty and growth. MPR News guest host Kyra Miles talks about the myths, the realities and the opportunities that come with life in your 30s.