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March 11, 2022 2:45 PM

What reality TV says about us

Do you love reality TV? If you do, you aren’t alone. Reality TV – from game shows to candid camera to dating competitions – has captured our attention for decades. Angela Davis talks all about reality TV, why we love it and what that says about us.

by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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March 9, 2022 5:00 PM

The spiritual response to climate change

Climate anxiety is now a medical diagnosis. Seventy percent of Americans report experiencing climate anxiety on a regular basis, and millennials and Gen Z consider climate change their top priority. One approach to quelling climate anxiety is spiritual practice. Host Angela Davis speaks with two spiritual stewards about responding to climate anxiety among Minnesotans.

by Angela Davis and Susan Davis

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March 9, 2022 2:21 PM

The quality, cost and future of long-term care in Minnesota

COVID-19 hit nursing homes hard at the beginning of the pandemic and now many of them can’t find enough workers to care for vulnerable older adults. Host Angela Davis talked about the cost, quality and future of long-term care in Minnesota.

by Angela Davis, Maja Beckstrom and Sarah Gelbard

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March 8, 2022 12:40 PM

Addressing racist harassment in Minnesota schools

Multiple cases of racist harassment and hateful messages have recently been reported at Minnesota schools. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a school counselor, a psychologist and Minnesota students about racism in schools, how students are impacted and how to address racist incidents when they happen.

by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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March 4, 2022 3:00 PM

Ask us anything about the tax code

The ides of April – or April 15th – is Tax Day. The day has been immortalized in everything from specialty cakes to pop songs. This year the 15th is a Friday so you get the weekend, and don’t have to file until Monday the 18th. If those two extra days are when you plan to get your taxes done, we feel you.

by Angela Davis and Susan Davis

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March 3, 2022 2:20 PM

Navigating changing guidance for wearing masks

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with an infectious disease specialist and a public health policy expert about the CDC’s new guidelines for masking, and what to weigh when deciding whether to wear a mask.

by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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March 3, 2022 11:00 AM

Accessibility on Minnesota sidewalks in winter conditions

A Minnesota winter can slow down even the most agile athlete. So imagine navigating slippery streets if walking is a challenge. With Duluth as our test case, MPR News with Angela Davis examines the losses to businesses and personal freedom when getting around your town is prohibitive in foul weather.

by Angela Davis, Susan Davis and Sarah Gelbard

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March 2, 2022 3:45 PM

The state of marijuana in Minnesota

Marijuana has been legal for medical use in Minnesota since 2014. Is it working for people? How has it affected health and wellness in Minnesota? Will recreational usage be legalized soon? What are the factors that contribute to a state legalizing recreational marijuana use? And what are the concerns for a community once that happens?

by Angela Davis and Susan Davis

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March 1, 2022 11:00 AM

How educator burnout and stress is playing out in Minnesota schools

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with teachers and school staff about the strain of the pandemic, the increase in mental health needs and other challenges of the past two years.

by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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February 28, 2022 3:30 PM

What we can learn from basic income pilot programs

Both Minneapolis and St. Paul are among the many cities around the nation that have launched guaranteed income pilot programs. The programs guarantee monthly payments to low-income families. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two experts about what they’re learning through these pilot programs.

by Samantha Matsumoto and Angela Davis

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