MPR News with Angela Davis Podcast
1) Exploring Minnesota, one story at a time: Celebrating Dan Gunderson
For nearly four decades, MPR News reporter Dan Gunderson told stories that remind us how much meaning can be found in everyday life. He’s covered floods and farming, faith and politics, the changing l...Show More
2) A greener way to go? More people are rethinking what happens to their body after death
When we think about what happens to our body after we die, some of us may picture a heavy, polished casket or an urn of ashes left after cremation.But a growing number of people are choosing to return...Show More
3) What's going on with health insurance in Minnesota?
Health insurance is about to get more expensive for a lot of people — in Minnesota and across the country. Many older Minnesotans are scrambling to find new insurance plans after some insurers stopped...Show More
4) The legal and political questions surrounding Trump's deployment of National Guard troops
President Donald Trump’s mobilization of the National Guard in a few U.S. cities in recent months has reignited debate about when — and whether — federal troops should be used on U.S. soil. Does a pre...Show More
5) North Star Journey Live: Is college still worth it?
Traditionally, a college degree has been seen as a ticket to a secure future.But not today. Thanks to soaring tuition costs and weighty student loans, many people are questioning the value of college....Show More
6) From devoted suburban housewife to three wicked sisters, which witch is your favorite?
For centuries, witches have cast their spell on our imaginations and enchanted our stories. Throughout folklore and pop culture, some pointed-hat witches have established their unforgettable character...Show More
7) How Minnesota farmers are coping with a trade war and a government shut down
The fall harvest is wrapping up across Minnesota. But will farmers turn a profit? Following a meeting Thursday between President Trump and China’s president Xi Jinping, there is hope that China will r...Show More
8) Why getting pregnant isn't always easy — and what you should know
Sex education in schools tends to focus on how to avoid unplanned pregnancy — but that means a lot of Americans don’t learn much about fertility. One of the most common misunderstandings relates to ag...Show More
9) Understanding the 2025 government shutdown: Causes, impact and what's next
In its fourth week, the federal government shutdown has become the second-longest government shutdown in American history, with no resolution in sight.The funding dispute has halted paychecks for hund...Show More
10) The power of good credit: Understanding and improving your credit score
We’ve all been told that our credit scores matter — but what does that really mean? A high credit score can open doors. It can help you get a lower interest rate on a car loan, qualify for a mortgage...Show More