It’s getting harder to tell what’s real and what’s not; what’s fact and what’s fiction. Here’s why. Listen to this conversation on @mprnews on the challenges of identifying misinformation. www.mprnews.org/episode/2026...

Listen to Minnesotans describe how their mental health and daily activities are being affected by ICE operations across the state. I took phone calls during my live talk show on @MPRNews. Guests: therapist Dr. Corey Yeager & senior economics contributor Chris Farrell. www.mprnews.org/episode/2026...

Therapists joined me on MPR News to talk about how to process the anger, fear & grief we are experiencing after the mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school & the long-term impact. A gun violence researcher discussed the warnings signs we shouldn’t ignore. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Therapists joined me on MPR News to talk about how to process the anger, fear & grief we are experiencing after the mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school & the long-term impact. A gun violence researcher discussed the warnings signs we shouldn’t ignore. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Senseless violence. What steps do we take to process grief, anger & fear in the aftermath of another mass shooting? Thursday at 9am on MPR News, I’ll talk with two therapists & a violence prevention researcher about the shootings at a Minneapolis Catholic school. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Have you heard of a sound bath? Wednesday morning at 9 on MPR News we’re talking about the traditions and science behind modern sound therapy and the power of good vibrations to calm our mind and body. I’ll talk with two sound practitioners. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

On MPR News former U.S. Secretary of Education John King joined me to talk about the power of teachers and his personal story of how teachers saved his life during a difficult childhood. He is speaking at a free community event Tuesday evening. Details in link. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Is there a teacher who made a big difference in your life? Tuesday at 9am on MPR News, I’ll talk to former U.S. Secretary of Education John King about the power of teachers and his personal story of how teachers saved his life during a difficult childhood. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Is there a teacher who made a big difference in your life? Tuesday at 9am on MPR News, I’ll talk to former U.S. Secretary of Education John King about the power of teachers & his personal story of how teachers saved his life during a difficult childhood. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Does the cost of child care make up a big part of your monthly expenses? On MPR News, I talked about why child care is so expensive, who's affected the most and what ideas are on the table for solutions. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Minnesota has the third highest average cost of infant child care in the country. Monday morning at 9 on MPR News, let’s talk about why child care is so expensive, who's affected the most, and what ideas are on the table for solutions. Call in. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Loved talking to cookbook author Casey Elsass about his new book “What Can I Bring?” Listen to our conversation on MPR News. Lots of listeners also shared suggestions on appetizers, side dishes and desserts to take to family gatherings and parties. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

You’re invited to the cookout or dinner party, and so now you ask “What can I bring?” Thursday morning at 9 on MPR News I’ll talk to cookbook author Casey Elsass, whose latest book is full of recipes for foods to bring and advice on how to be great guest. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Why can’t you put your phone down? Are you spending too much time on your laptop? Listen to this conversation on MPR News about doing a digital detox, taking steps to reduce your screen time. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Are you glued to your phone or laptop? Do you need a digital detox? Wednesday morning at 9 on MPR News we’ll talk about how to take a break from our screens and create strategies to unplug. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

I learned so much about the latest slang that teenagers and young adults are using today. No cap! You can too. Listen to this conversation on MPR News. My guests included a linguist and a poet. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Every generation has its slang, from words like “groovy” and “far out” to “lit” and “slay.” Tuesday morning at 9 on MPR News, I’ll talk to a linguist and a poet about the most popular slang in 2025. This show is going to be "straight fire." www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Listen to a conversation about what it's like to be an Uber or Lyft driver and the challenges they and their riders face in 2025. On MPR News we discussed the changes in ridesharing services since they started. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Monday at 9 am on MPR News we'll go behind the scenes of ridesharing & discuss how it’s changed over the years. I'll talk with Uber & Lyft drivers. My guests: Sergio Avedian, senior contributor for The Rideshare Guy, and Twin Cities rideshare driver Said Mohamed. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Volunteers shared with me what they get out of devoting time to helping others and shared ideas on ways you can do it too. Listen to this inspiring conversation on MPR News. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Looking for ideas on ways to do volunteer work? Do you need volunteers? Let’s talk about it Thursday morning at 9 on MPR News. Call in at 651-227-6000 or 800-242-2828. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Listen to a conversation on MPR News about time management and turning your “to do” list into a “ta da!” list. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

The media landscape is changing rapidly. On MPR News I talked with 2 great guests about the big shifts we're seeing in late-night TV, network TV news, streaming services that provide access to sports & other entertainment, and public media. Plus, mergers & ownership. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Your questions about electric vehicles answered. Lots of MPR News listeners called in to share their experiences. My guests: Jukka Kukkonen of Shift2Electric and Katelyn Bocklund of Drive Electric Minnesota and Great Plains Institute. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Have you thought about buying an electric vehicle? Do you drive one? Monday at 9am on MPR News I’ll talk about how cuts to EV funding could affect the future of electric cars, if now is a good time to swap the pump for a plug & how far you can really go on a charge. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Do you know a child heading to kindergarten this fall? These are kids born during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. On MPR News listen to longtime educators describe the challenges they face, how schools are prepared to address them, and what parents can do to help. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Lots of those “pandemic babies” are now 5 years old & heading to kindergarten this fall. Tuesday morning at 9 on MPR News, I’ll talk to some educators about the impact of social isolation during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic & what to expect in class this fall. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Are you an AI super user? Maybe you should think about becoming one. Listen to this conversation on MPR News on the ways artificial intelligence is being used in the workplace and how companies are training employees on its use. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025... www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Meet the latest Power Pair to join me on MPR News. Aric Putnam is a MN state senator. Laurie Putnam is the superintendent of St. Cloud Public Schools. They’ve been married for 23 years. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Thursday morning at 9 on MPR News, meet my next Power Pair. I’m talking with a husband-wife team deeply rooted in public service. Aric Putnam is a MN state senator. Laurie Putnam is the superintendent of St. Cloud Public Schools. They’ve been married for 23 years. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Changes coming to Medicaid will make it harder for Minnesotans to get covered by the public health insurance program. Wednesday morning at 9 on MPR News I’ll talk about the impact on mental health care, rural hospitals & more. Call in at 651-227-6000 or 800-242-2828. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Listen to my conversation on MPR News with Steve Grove, the publisher and CEO of The Minnesota Star Tribune. We talked about the future of journalism, the challenges and rewards of public service, and his new book about finding purpose in life. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Tuesday morning at 9 on MPR News, I’ll talk with Steve Grove, the CEO and publisher of The Minnesota Star Tribune. Join the conversation as we discuss the future of journalism and his new book about finding purpose in life. Call in at 651-227-6000 or 800-242-2828. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

What do you do if you’re getting close to retirement age and have a lot of debt and little savings? Listen to this conversation on MPR News as I talk about the growing debt burden of older Americans and what can be done about it. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Let’s talk about a financial challenge that millions of Americans are facing - debt in old age. More older Americans are entering retirement weighed down with debt. Monday morning at 9 on MPR News, I'll get some advice. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Strong communities don’t happen by chance. Thursday at 9am on MPR News, listen to the leaders behind a multibillion-dollar plan to close the racial wealth gap in MN by rethinking how we invest in homes, businesses & communities. Learn about GroundBreak Coalition. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Your questions about summer road construction in Minnesota answered. Listen to this conversation on Minnesota Public Radio. Leaders at Minnesota Department of Transportation and Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities joined me. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Okay, I get it. There are two seasons in Minnesota. Winter and road construction. But why does it seem like there are so many projects at one time? Thursday morning at 9 on MPR News, I’ll talk with a guest from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Have you thought about drinking less? Listen to this conversation on MPR News about the growing trend of intentionally cutting back on alcohol consumption and reaping the benefits of feeling better. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Are you sober curious? Are you intentionally cutting back on how much and how often you drink alcohol? Wednesday morning at 9 on MPR News, we’ll talk about why some people are drinking less and often feeling better. Call in with your questions and personal stories. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Need some recommendations on children's books for the kids and teenagers in your life? On MPR News I talked with a few award-winning children's book authors and lots of our listeners about books they love. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Are you trying to get a kid in your life to read more books this summer? Tuesday morning at 9 on MPR News, I’ll talk to some award-winning authors who write children’s books and I’ll get some recommendations from you, our listeners. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Some advice for recent college graduates looking for a job. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Are you a recent college graduate looking for a job? Here's a helpful discussion about what new grads are facing in a tough job market. Some great advice. Listen to this conversation on MPR News. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Just got a degree, but no job? Young people are having a tough time finding work. Coming up Monday morning at 9 on MPR News, I’ll talk about the tight job market for recent college graduates and get some advice from my guests. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Robins, cardinals, hummingbirds, night hawks and more. I talked about birdwatching on MPR News as well as the changes we’re seeing in bird populations and behavior. Listen to this conversation with Sharon Stiteler, also known as “The Birdchick.” 🦅 www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

What’s going on in the trees and skies above us? Thursday morning at 9 on MPR News. “The Birdchick” Sharon Stiteler joins me to talk about bird watching and what we should be on the lookout for this time of the year. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Honored to have a seat at the table for this conversation on mental health. Listen when you have time. I talked to the leaders of three agencies that address mental health needs. What’s holding people back from getting the help they need? How do we close the gaps? www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

How do you respond when someone asks “How are you doing?” Wednesday at 9am on MPR News, listen to my conversation with the leaders of three agencies that address mental health needs. What’s holding people back from getting the help they need? How do we close the gaps? www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...

Have you thought about adding boxing to your exercise routine? On MPR News meet Dalton Outlaw. He's a former professional boxer and an entrepreneur who owns Element Gym, located at YWCA St. Paul. www.mprnews.org/episode/2025...