MPR News with Angela Davis

Have you thought about what will happen to your home, your savings or your treasured family keepsakes after you die? If you’re leaving it to your loved ones to just figure out, you might be leaving them costly and stressful problems. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about why estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy, and what simple steps you can take now to reduce expenses and family conflict w...

Kimchi. Kombucha. Yogurt. Sauerkraut. Fermented foods have been part of the human diet for thousands of years but researchers are still trying to understand their potential health benefits. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two researchers about the connection between fermented foods and our health. Guests: Andres Gomez is an associate professor of animal science and food science and nutrition...

Our friendships are some of the most important relationships we have. Friends are the people we celebrate with, lean on during difficult times, and turn to when we need advice or simply someone to listen. But for many people, friendship doesn’t come easily. Maybe you’ve moved to a new city, started a new job or are juggling work and family. Or maybe, you’re rethinking what you want from your socia...

How can we spend less without giving up the stuff we need? Maybe you're furnishing your first apartment, replacing a broken toaster, looking for clothes for a growing child or trying to put together a professional wardrobe for a new job. MPR News host Angela Davis wraps up her “Cheap Week” series with ideas for saving money on the clothes we wear and the things that fill our homes. She and her gue...

Going out can get expensive fast. By the time you pay for tickets, food, drinks and parking, a single outing can easily cost $100 or more. Most of us don’t want to stop having fun — we just want to spend less doing it. MPR News host Angela Davis continues her “Cheap Week” series with a conversation about ways to enjoy summer — for less, or even for free. Angela and her guests talk about bargain su...

Does it feel like every trip to the grocery store costs more than it used to? You're not alone. With food prices still high, many households are looking for ways to stretch their grocery budgets. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two experts about smart shopping, cutting food waste and preparing healthy, affordable meals. Guests: Mary Schroeder is a health and nutrition educator with the Unive...

Whether you're planning a weekend road trip or hoping to book a flight, travel costs can add up quickly. But there are ways to spend less without giving up the experiences that make a trip memorable. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about searching for airfare deals, ideas for destinations closer to home and finding more value when you travel. Guests: Kyle Potter is the editor of the...

Next week, the United States marks a unique milestone: the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. For some Americans, the semiquincentennial is a moment to celebrate the nation’s achievements and ideals. For others, it is an opportunity to reflect on the gaps between those ideals and the realities of American history. For many, it is both. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests t...

Craig Leipold may be one of downtown St. Paul’s biggest boosters. He’s the owner of the Minnesota Wild, and his company manages the venues that bring two million people downtown every year for games, concerts and other events: the Grand Casino Arena, the Saint Paul RiverCentre and Roy Wilkins Auditorium. This year, he expanded his sports franchises to include a new women’s volleyball team that he...

Summer is a great time to get lost in a good story, discover a new author, or tackle that book on your nightstand. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two booksellers about their recommendations and what Minnesotans are reading.

Many people underestimate how much they spend on subscriptions and memberships. Consumers think they spend around $90 a month, according to one survey . But when asked to actually add up those recurring fees, the average came to $220 a month — more than twice as much. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the rise of the subscription economy, why recurring fees have become so common...

From missing a father to mourning a changed relationship or grieving the dad you never had, Father’s Day isn't joyful for everyone. On Thursday, MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the complicated emotions the day can bring and strategies for coping.

Each minute after someone’s heart stops is a countdown towards death — nine in 10 people die if they experience a cardiac arrest outside a hospital. Dave Ogle beat the odds. The Woodbury man’s heart stopped seven years ago while he was at home watching TV. His wife Kris Patrow was able to perform CPR until paramedics arrived. And then he was rushed to one of the few hospitals in the world that was...

Commencement speeches are meant to mark an ending and a beginning. And the best ones offer wisdom that lasts beyond graduation day. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with three Minnesotans who were commencement speakers this year about the messages they shared with graduates and what the rest of us can learn from them. Guests: Myles Frueh earned his associate’s degree from Alexandria Technical and...

Minnesota's student population has grown significantly more diverse over the past few decades. Today, nearly 40 percent of the state's K-12 students identify as students of color. But, according to the Minnesota Department of Education, just 7 percent of the state’s teachers identify as teachers of color . The gap is even wider for Black educators . While Black students make up about 12 percent of...

In the year since the assassination of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman, concerns about political violence have continued to grow. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about what fuels political violence and how to prevent it. Guests: Nealin Parker is the executive director of Common Ground USA , which is part of Search for Common Ground a global peace building o...

Summer in Minnesota means more time outdoors — and more encounters with ticks and mosquitoes. While most bites are little more than an annoyance, these tiny pests can carry diseases that pose serious health risks. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two experts about the risks posed by ticks and mosquitoes, and what Minnesotans can do to protect themselves, their families, and their pets while e...

This past Saturday marked five months since Renee Good was shot and killed on Jan. 7 in Minneapolis by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent. The federal officer was one of about 4,000 immigration and border enforcement agents sent to Minnesota during the immigration crackdown the White House called “Operation Metro Surge.” The focus was to deport — in the words of President Donald Trump —...

Summer job season is here and many teens and young adults are looking for a chance to earn money, gain experience and build skills. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the state of the summer job market for young workers in Minnesota. They'll discuss where opportunities exist, what employers are looking for and how job seekers can stand out in a competitive hiring environment. Gue...

Back in 2020, Kobi Gregory began making scented candles to cope with the stress of distance learning in high school. What started as a hobby quickly became a business with help from her mom, Tasha Harris. Today, Kobi Co. has a downtown Minneapolis storefront, sells signature candles paired with curated playlists, and hosts popular candle-making workshops. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Kobi...

One in 10 U.S adults age 20 and older has high cholesterol. And many people don’t even know they’re living it. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a cardiologist about “good” and “bad” cholesterol, what your cholesterol numbers mean and the latest advice on screening , prevention and treatment.

Minnesota’s foster care system is designed to protect children during some of the most difficult moments in their lives. So, what do young people in tough situations need — not just to stay safe, but to feel stable, valued and cared for? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about some of the challenges foster youth face in Minnesota and what we all can do to support them. Guests: Osahon...

For millions of fans around the world, Prince was a musical innovator. He blended rock, funk, pop, R&B and soul in ways that were uniquely his own. For Minnesotans, he was also one of our own — an artist who helped put the state on the global music map, and whose influence remains as powerful today as it was during his lifetime. Prince’s legacy will be celebrated with a five-day tribute starti...

Rising costs, student debt and shifting workforce needs are putting more pressure on liberal arts colleges to demonstrate their value. But some proponents say a liberal arts education is about more than just preparing for a first job. It's about building skills for the many careers and changes that come after it. MPR News guest host Annie Baxter talks with guests about the future of liberal arts a...

For the past year, we’ve spent a lot of time talking about economic uncertainty, gun violence, war, divisive politics, suffering and fear. Times are tough — so, MPR News host Angela Davis decided to go out and find some joy. She recently visited neighborhoods and asked people to tell her “something good.” She first posed this simple question to people on the street in the fall of 2020 when the COV...