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Big Books & Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller

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Big Books & Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller
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The sandwich generation feels the squeeze

The sandwich generation feels the squeeze

Caring for aging parents and children at the same time is stressful. But there are ways to lighten the load.
by Chris Farrell and Kelly Gordon

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University of St. Thomas president reflects on two-year degree initiative

University of St. Thomas president reflects on two-year degree initiative

In 2017 the University of St. Thomas opened the doors to its Dougherty Family College, a two-year degree program aimed at low-income students. This past spring, the college graduated its first class of students. University of St. Thomas President Julie Sullivan joined MPR News for a conversation about how the Dougherty Family College is faring and what its staff has learned since opening the school.
by Chris Farrell and Marcheta Fornoff

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How to make new habits stick in 2020

How to make new habits stick in 2020

At their core, New Year’s resolutions are about building better habits, and author Gretchen Rubin has mastered the art of making them stick. She shared her tips Thursday.
by Chris Farrell and Marcheta Fornoff

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'Here We Are: American Dreams, American Nightmares'

'Here We Are: American Dreams, American Nightmares'

Immigrants come to the United States filled with hope. But as NPR contributor Aarti Shahani shares in her new memoir, the American dream can quickly become the American nightmare.
by Chris Farrell and Kelly Gordon

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Talking Volumes: Tim O’Brien on ‘Dad’s Maybe Book’

Talking Volumes: Tim O’Brien on ‘Dad’s Maybe Book’

Minnesota native Tim O’Brien joined MPR’s Brandt Williams on stage for Talking Volumes to discuss his first book in 10 years.

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The Thread: Books for dog lovers

The Thread: Books for dog lovers

On this week’s Thread, Kerri Miller recommends three books that would make great gifts for the dog lover in your life.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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The politics of impeachment

The politics of impeachment

After three weeks of public hearings, views of impeachment haven’t changed. Is the process too partisan to be effective?
by Kerri Miller, Marcheta Fornoff and Kelly Gordon

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