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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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Marking Juneteenth with the Minnesota Orchestra
Black American composers are at the heart of the Minnesota Orchestra’s Juneteenth holiday concert. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with the guest conductor about how African American music is expanding the classical tradition.
Collective grief: Mourning Rep. Hortman and her husband, Mark
Many people are experiencing a collective sense of grief in the wake of the targeted fatal shootings of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband. MPR News host Kelly Gordon talks with her guests about the shared sadness, anger and anxiety — and how people can heal, together.
The rise of political violence in the U.S.
Gov. Walz has called for ‘decency’ after the targeted shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses on Saturday. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the rise in sharp polarization in the U.S. and the threat of political violence. 
'This cannot be the norm': Minnesotans struggle with surge in political violence
A man suspected of assassinating a Minnesota state lawmaker and shooting another was taken into custody Sunday evening. Angela Davis and her guests talk about how Minnesotans are processing the news.
What new limits on international students mean for Minnesota
The immigration crackdown by the Trump administration is extending to people who want to study at colleges and universities in the U.S. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about what it means for higher education in Minnesota. 
Weight training is about more than getting buff
Lifting weights isn’t just about looks. It’s about long-term health benefits. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how weight training can boost your health — physically and mentally — at any age. 
Why Keith Ellison and other state attorneys general are pushing back on Trump
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin about why they’re challenging so many of President Trump’s actions in court.
Poor air quality: What causes it and how to protect your health
Last week, smoke from Canadian wildfires led to the worst Minnesota air quality index since records began in 2000. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about what we can do to stay healthy when skies are smoky.
Power Pair: Sportscaster Lea B. Olsen and filmmaker Daniel Bergin
Forget sibling rivalry. Let’s talk about some sibling excellence. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her next Power Pair, award-winning filmmaker Daniel Bergin and his award-winning sister, sports broadcaster Lea Olsen.    
Living with and reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia
Does someone you love have Alzheimer’s disease? Or do you wonder what you can do to reduce your risk of developing it? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the latest research and how to support caregivers. 
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