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Two Twin Cities theater leaders take a final bow
MPR News guest host Jacob Aloi speaks with two arts leaders, Peter Rothstein and Mark Nerenhausen, as they prepare to leave their positions at Theater Latté Da and Hennepin Theatre Trust.
Early Risers: Parent perspectives on racial equity in early childhood
How do we talk to young children about race and racism? Dianne Haulcy, host of the Early Risers podcast, shares parents’ stories on raising children to love their culture and respect others.
Kids of parents in prison have a higher risk of mental health problems
Having a parent incarcerated is the second most common adversity for Minnesota youth, behind living with someone who has a mental illness. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert speaks with her guests about the mental health of kids in Minnesota who have parents in prison.
Architect Damaris Hollingsworth on how buildings can be welcoming
MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with Minnesota architect Damaris Hollingsworth about how she brings an inclusive perspective to design as a Black woman and an immigrant. 
Three years ago, the world watched Lake Street sustain significant damage after the murder of George Floyd. But business owners cleaned up, came back and insisted that this recovery be accessible to all. Were they successful? Listen to this live In Focus discussion hosted by MPR News host Angela Davis.
First woman police officer in St. Paul shares her legacy
In the mid-1970s, Debbie Montgomery became the first woman police officer in St. Paul. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Debbie Montgomery about her life and career and what she wants people today to learn from her story.
10 things to know about Minnesota’s new marijuana law
The state senator behind Minnesota’s new marijuana law and a national drug policy researcher answer questions about what the cannabis law does and doesn’t do.