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April 12, 2023 11:03 AM

How Minnesota peer support groups are bolstering mental health

“You are not alone” is a sentiment that has helped some Minnesotans cope with their mental health challenges in peer-to-peer support groups. MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with two Minnesotans who have been to support groups themselves about how they help and what new members can expect.

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April 11, 2023 11:00 AM

'They bring unconditional love': U of M veterinarian on how animals open our hearts

Sometimes a headbutt or excited tail wag could be exactly what we need. University of Minnesota veterinarian Dr. Jody Lulich talks about the power of animal companionship and his new memoir.

by Angela Davis, Maja Beckstrom and Nicole Johnson

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April 10, 2023 10:39 AM

Let's go thrifting! Exploring the past, present and future of buying secondhand

We listen back to a conversation MPR News host Angela Davis had with a historian who wrote a book about thrifting and a thrift store marketing manager about thrifting’s past, present and future.

by Angela Davis, Susan Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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April 6, 2023 11:35 AM

Women are moving into sports leadership jobs

Women athletes are gaining respect on the court and on the field. And, now women also are a growing presence in front office jobs in professional sports. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with three women in top jobs at the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Aurora about how the front office is changing.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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April 5, 2023 11:28 AM

How much social media is too much?

When does social media become a problem? Join MPR News host Angela Davis to talk about digital well-being and what the research says about the good and bad of our screens.

by Angela Davis and Danelle Cloutier

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April 4, 2023 10:49 AM

Everything you need to know about houseplants from two Minnesota experts

Here's how you can bring the benefits of purified air and beauty from the outdoors inside with houseplants, and how to take care of them.

by Angela Davis, Maja Beckstrom, Samantha Matsumoto and Nicole Johnson

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April 3, 2023 10:00 AM

The impact of diversity, equity and inclusion pledges in the workplace

After George Floyd was murdered in 2020, corporations made pledges to address systemic discrimination both within their organizations and in the community, but what has actually changed? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two diversity, equity and inclusion leaders in the Twin Cities about what DEI looks like in practice and how to create meaningful change.

by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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March 30, 2023 11:30 AM

Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt brings empathy to policing

Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt is the first Black woman to become a sheriff in Minnesota. MPR News Host Angela Davis talks with Sheriff Witt about her priorities and turning childhood hardship into her greatest strength.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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March 29, 2023 11:28 AM

'Face It': A safe space for men and boys to talk openly about mental health

Experts say that many men and boys don’t talk openly about their struggles, and that makes it hard for them to seek help. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two mental health professionals who work closely with men and boys.

by Angela Davis, Danelle Cloutier and Samantha Matsumoto

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March 28, 2023 11:00 AM

Rebroadcast: Tutoring boosts students after the pandemic 'teaching loss'

The loss of classroom instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic fell hardest on low-income families and students of color. In this rebroadcast, MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how intensive tutoring could help Minnesota students catch up, build confidence and close the pandemic gap.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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