North Star Journey Live

Minnesota has suffered from persistent racial disparities for years. This we know. But what can be done?

North Star Journey Live (formerly known as In Focus) is a live event series and reoccurring topic on MPR News with Angela Davis centered around what Minnesota’s diverse communities need to thrive. Join us!

See all of the content from our North Star Journey reporting series, here.

December 3, 2024 9:00 AM

North Star Journey Live: Lessons on belonging from the international student potluck

How do we create belonging for newcomers to our communities? That’s the topic of this North Star Journey Live conversation recorded at the international student potluck at Concordia College in Moorhead, Minn.

by Sarah Thamer and Kelly Gordon

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October 23, 2024 12:00 PM

Be the first: Success stories from Minnesota's trailblazers

Join MPR News and Sahan Journal for a conversation with people who are in the first in their communities. What does it take to be a trailblazer?

by Kelly Gordon and Nina Moini

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August 29, 2024 9:00 AM

The ’Deeper Blues’ of Minneapolis music legend Cornbread Harris

MPR News host Angela Davis hosts a special North Star Journey Live at the Minnesota State Fair with 97-year-old Cornbread Harris, one of Minneapolis’s most influential musicians.

by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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June 18, 2024 11:25 AM

North Star Journey Live: What Happened in Alabama?

Journalist Lee Hawkins returns to his home state of Minnesota for a special North Star Journey Live discussion about his new podcast, What Happened in Alabama?, which examines how to end cycles of trauma for Black Americans.

by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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May 7, 2024 4:00 AM

Lee Hawkins: Tips and advice from his search through family history

Veteran reporter Lee Hawkins, Jr., and host of a new APM Studios podcast “What Happened in Alabama?” shares insights into exploring his family history as part of his podcast and upcoming book, “Nobody’s Slave.”

by Lee Hawkins

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March 21, 2024 10:00 AM

A wide lens: Ethnic studies in Minnesota classrooms

Ethnic studies classes are coming soon to schools across Minnesota. What are these new social studies courses, and how might they look in your district? Hear from teachers and students already digging into ethnic studies during this North Star Journey Live special, hosted by Angela Davis.

by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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February 20, 2024 9:00 AM

Beyond the Border: The immigration crisis, up close

Immigration is a hot topic this election year. But the issue isn’t just political. It’s personal. MPR News host Angela Davis co-hosted a North Star Journey Live conversation with experts who gave us an intimate look at how the border crisis is impacting Minnesota’s immigrant families.

by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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December 14, 2023 11:00 AM

Houston White’s plan to cultivate a robust Black middle class in Minneapolis

Designer and entrepreneur Houston White has a singular vision: to create a vibrant Black middle class in Minneapolis. And it’s more than a plan. It’s already becoming reality.

by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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November 21, 2023 10:00 AM

How addiction is impacting Karen and Hmong communities

Karen and Hmong parents in Minnesota say they are alarmed by the growing problem of substance abuse they see in their kids. But fixing it is difficult due to historical trauma, generational differences and a lack of access to health care. This North Star Journey Live discussion, done in partnership with Sahan Journal, looks at the issues and the solutions.

by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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August 31, 2023 11:32 AM

Growing diversity: The changing face of Minnesota farming

Don’t miss this special North Star Journey Live conversation recorded at the Minnesota State Fair about emerging farmers. What’s being done in our state to encourage more diversity in agriculture?

by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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