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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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Searching for Providers of Color
Call to Mind host Kimberly Adams shares “Searching for Providers of Color.” The special broadcast explores the shortage of mental health providers of color and the importance of finding a provider who can identify with a person’s race, culture and experiences.
Social Security recipients will see the biggest cost-of-living boost in 40 years
People who receive Social Security payments are about to get more money in their bank accounts. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about the increase coming to Social Security benefits and the future of the program.
In an competitive streaming era, how do you decide what TV shows to watch?
How do you decide what shows to watch? The options seem endless. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with an entertainment critic from the Star Tribune about a competitive streaming world growing in cost and what shows are binge worthy.
Managing your money during inflation, rising interest rates and uncertainty 
We’re heading into fall with inflation, rising interest rates and an uncertain job market. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two personal finance experts about how to manage your money in the months to come.  
White House correspondent April Ryan on her new book 'Black Women Will Save The World'
April Ryan is the longest-serving Black female White House correspondent, with a 25-year tenure. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Ryan about her new book, "Black Women Will Save The World: An Anthem."
Are you worried about excessive drinking? Here's what to do
Last year, a record number of Minnesotans died from alcohol-related causes. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two longtime alcohol and addiction treatment specialists about addressing excessive alcohol use and how to reduce drinking. 
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. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how intensive tutoring could help Minnesota students catch up, build confidence and close the pandemic gap.