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How to stretch your money when things cost more
Food, gas and rent costs are rising. But if the government fights inflation by raising interest rates it could lead to more unemployment. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with three money experts about how to make sense of the economy and stretch your dollars so you’re ready for what may come next.
In our third pandemic summer, blockbusters are back
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two movie critics about their favorite summer movies, the state of movie theaters and their recommendations on what to watch. Plus, she talks with MPR Cube Critics Aron Woldeslassie and Samantha Matsumoto.
Ask us anything about Minnesota's new THC edibles law
Edibles containing small amounts of hemp-derived THC are now legal in Minnesota. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two lawyers who specialize in cannabis law about Minnesota’s new law, how it compares to cannabis laws in other states and what all this means for Minnesotans.
The successes and challenges of rebuilding on Minneapolis’ Lake Street
Two years ago, important business corridors in the Twin Cities were damaged by civil unrest that followed the police killing of George Floyd — most notably, Lake Street in Minneapolis. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with nonprofit leaders and business owners about the efforts to rebuild and revitalize businesses on Lake Street.
Summer is a great time for birdwatching in Minnesota
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Sharon Stiteler, also known as the “Birdchick,” about what birds are nesting now in Minnesota, what you might be seeing in your backyard or the local park and how we can all protect bird habitat. 
Dealing with the 'decide for yourself' phase of the pandemic
When it comes to current guidance on COVID-19, you may feel like you are on your own. The Atlantic’s science writer Ed Yong recently described it as the “figure it out yourself” phase of the pandemic. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Yong, and a community group in Minneapolis that is working to fill the gaps in information and aid.
In Focus: How housing can shrink the racial wealth gap
The racial homeownership gap in the Twin Cities is one of the highest in the nation, which makes it hard for people of color to build wealth. What can be done to correct the systemic wrongs and set more families on the road to a solid financial future? Listen to this special In Focus conversation, hosted by Angela Davis.
Activist Robin Marty on her 'Handbook for a Post-Roe America'
Activist and writer Robin Marty feared being prescient when she published “Handbook for a Post-Roe America” in 2019. Now that we are here, she talks with host Kerri Miller about what abortion care will look like after the fall of Roe.
Chef Gavin Kaysen on his new restaurant and fine dining in the Twin Cities
MPR News host Angela Davis talks with award-winning chef Gavin Kaysen about growing up in Minnesota, cooking at some of the best restaurants in the world and then coming home to open upscale restaurants in Minneapolis.