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About 1 in 10 Americans has a phobia – some of the more common ones are an intense fear of heights, small spaces, or spiders.. A Mayo Clinic psychologist and someone who has a fear of contamination joined the program to discuss how phobias can impact the way you live and share ways to cope.
MPR’s Garrett McQueen on the intersection of race and classical music
Each of the hosts at Classical MPR recently made a list of their 10 favorite musical works. Garrett McQueen’s list caught our attention. He joined Angela Davis to talk about the songs he picked, his new podcast and his work to diversify both classical music and public radio.
What’s on your ballot? Getting ready to vote next Tuesday
Election day is coming up fast. From city council and school board races to school referendums and the debate over trash collection in St. Paul it should be an interesting Nov. 5.
How to fend off the wintertime blues and stay active outside
There are plenty of good ways to avoid the cold weather blues and stay healthy. One of the best ways to keep riding the high of the summer is by continuing to go outside and stay active as you’re able.
Terence Blanchard on the intersections of music and social justice
New Orleans-born jazz trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard is much more than a musician. He uses his craft to create conversations around social justice issues.
A record number of teens and young adults reject organized religion. They are part of what researchers call “religious nones.” Listeners called to share why they left organized religious institutions, and local faith leaders explored what the future of Christianity looks like in America.
What’s the formula for raising successful kids?
MPR News host Angela Davis talked with a Harvard economist and an award-winning journalist who teamed up to study how parenting can help shape happy, high-achieving children. Their book is called “The Formula: Unlocking the Secrets to Raising Highly Successful Children.”