MPR News Presents

Special programming from MPR News.

Coming up at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about artificial intelligence and jobs — separating the very real potential for disruption in the workplace from industry's ability to keep up, and what it all means for the future of work. 
Whether you’re single or have a partner, everyone can agree that dating is really hard. And the growing divide between political ideologies can make it even more challenging. MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about dating across political lines. Is it possible to meet in the middle?
Immigration is a divisive issue — but everyone agrees on one thing: The system we have right now is broken. Kerri Miller talks with two immigration experts on what a functioning system might look like.
True or false: The American economy is working well for you. Most Americans say false – even though many indicators say the economy is humming along. Kerri Miller and her guests explore what’s behind the disconnect.
A new boycott is targeting major tech companies as a way to protest U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement operations. Kara Swisher joins host Catharine Richert to talk about what the “Resist & Unsubscribe” movement is and what it hopes to accomplish.
MPR News host Catharine Richert talks with Dan Harris — former ABC News anchor, host of the podcast “10% Happier,” and self-proclaimed meditation skeptic about the mental health benefits of mindfulness. 
The U.S. and Israel have attacked Iran, and President Donald Trump has called for an overthrow of the Iranian regime. MPR News host Catharine Richert talks with her guest about the history behind this conflict, what's next, and what this means for the people of Iran and for the U.S. presence in the Middle East.  
MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests analyze the major themes, claims, and policy proposals from President Donald Trump's State of the Union address.
Immigration, fraud, gun violence, affordability. How can Minnesota lawmakers tackle tough issues this legislative session without divisive rhetoric? MPR News host Catharine Richert talks with two state legislators working to foster civility at the state Capitol.