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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Addressing rising alcohol use among women 46:53

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Alcohol use and misuse among women is on the rise and it’s causing severe health problems for some women. Women who drink have a higher risk than men for certain health problems, including liver disease, heart disease and cancer. And research suggests that the stress of the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with more drinking among women but not amo…

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MPR News with Kerri Miller

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From the archives: William Kent Krueger on 'Lightning Strike' 52:40

2d ago52:40

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Minnesota writer William Kent Krueger is a fan favorite, thanks largely to his series of crime novels featuring private investigator Cork O'Connor. Krueger joined host Kerri Miller in Duluth earlier this week for a special spring edition of Talking Volumes. You’ll hear that conversation on Friday. So it’s only fitting that this week’s archive is Kr…

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MPR Weekly Dose

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MPR Weekly Dose 161 — First Oral Antiviral Approved for COVID-19; First Topical Tx for Epidermolysis Bullosa; Xacduro and Opvee Approved; Cough Suppressant Recall 15:35

6d ago15:35

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First oral antiviral approved for COVID-19; First topical treatment approved for epidermolysis bullosa; Xacduro gets green like for bacterial pneumonia; New nasal spray for opioid overdoses; Child cough suppressant recalled.

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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J.D. Steele: Spreading joy and soul through song 46:35

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J.D. Steele doesn’t just walk onto a stage. He bursts on with a mic, full of energy and ready to belt into song. Usually he gets his audience to sing along or at least clap and sway in their seat. Steele is the oldest sibling in the Minnesota gospel group The Steeles. And he’s been making music and spreading soul and joy for 40 years in Minnesota. …

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MPR News with Kerri Miller

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Journalist Jeff Sharlet on America's slow civil war 56:26

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When Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene proposed the United States would benefit from a “national divorce,” many scoffed and labeled her statements as incendiary pot-stirring. Journalist Jeff Sharlet was not one of them. After traveling the country for more than a dozen years, reporting on the intersection between religion and far-right politics, he belie…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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George Floyd's family on the 3rd anniversary of his murder 48:58

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“I get anxious every anniversary,” says George Floyd’s cousin, Paris Stevens. “How am I going to feel this year? But the community and support is just amazing.” All eyes were on Minneapolis on May 25, 2020, as the world erupted with calls for meaningful racial justice after George Floyd was murdered. 2020 Floyd protests: How did we get here? In Foc…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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How to take action on youth mental health 45:04

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How worried are you about the mental health of a young person in your life? Young people were already struggling with their mental health before the pandemic and now depression, anxiety and thoughts of suicide have surged. In 2022, an all-time high number of Minnesota students reported mental health problems, according to the Minnesota Department o…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Lake Superior: Honoring and protecting Minnesota’s natural wonder 47:53

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Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world in terms of surface area and it’s not immune to climate change — it’s also one of the fastest-warming lakes in the world. MPR News guest host Dan Kraker speaks with a scientist who studies Lake Superior about the allure and science of this deep, clear and cold lake and how it’s threatened by…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Feeling burned out? Here’s how a Minnesota doctor sang about it 47:44

13d ago47:44

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Has going to work felt like an Olympic sport? If so, we regret to inform you that we can’t prescribe you anything. But, we can offer profound insight and comedic relief from Dr. Stuart Bloom. Bloom created and performs in the musical “How to Avoid Burnout in 73 Minutes,” which recently played a sold out run at the Southern Theater in Minneapolis. H…

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MPR Weekly Dose

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MPR Weekly Dose 160 — Labeling Update for Prescription Stimulants; Veozah Approved for Vasomotor Symptoms; FDA Vote on DMD Therapy; Fungal Meningitis Cases in US; Child’s Smart Thermometer Recalled 11:56

13d ago11:56

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FDA requires label updates for the entire class of prescription stimulants; Novel treatment approved for menopause symptoms; FDA Committee takes votes on potentially accelerated approval of Duchenne muscular dystrophy gene therapy; Fungal meningitis outbreak in US; Wearable child thermometer recalled.…

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MPR News with Kerri Miller

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Drew Brockington takes fans into 'meowter' space at Talking Volumes 1:03:22

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Cats … in space? It’s not a crazy notion for fans of Drew Brockington’s “CatStronauts,” who’ve devoured his graphic novels the way pilot Waffles eats a tuna fish sandwich. After six books detailing the adventures of Waffles, Blanket, Pom-Pom and Major Meowser, Brockington recently launched a prequel series detailing the kittenhood adventures of sib…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Pimento Jamaican Kitchen’s secret sauce: Community spirit 47:33

14d ago47:33

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There’s a little Jamaica right here in Minnesota and it’s called Pimento Jamaican Kitchen. Tomme Beevas started his restaurant 11 years ago with a $99 tent and a backyard grill. Now he’s an award-winning chef and entrepreneur who’s opening two new locations this summer — one at 354 Wabasha St. in St. Paul and a second Minneapolis location at the ne…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Call to Mind: Queer Youth Resilience & Mental Health 51:30

15d ago51:30

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Every day, queer teens and young adults are challenged by the politicization of gender identity and sexual orientation and the rise in anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination. And the mental health consequences are alarming. A staggering 45 percent of LGBTQ+ youth 13 through 24 report to have seriously considered suicide, and 14 percent have tried to hurt thems…

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MPR News with Kerri Miller

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From the archives: 'CatStronauts' author Drew Brockington blasts off into fun 31:16

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Cats are known to like their space. But outer space? That we didn’t learn until Minneapolis author and illustrator Drew Brockington’s put a crew of feline scientists on a rocket in his 2017 book, “CatStronauts: Mission Moon.” Turns out, Waffles, Blanket, Pom-Pom and Major Meowser are capable and witty astronauts, adapt at both saving the universe a…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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World-class conductor now making beer for a cause 46:49

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William Eddins is a Minnesotan who makes music … and beer. How does a world-class orchestra conductor end up co-owner of a brewery? It started during the COVID-19 pandemic when orchestras abruptly canceled live performances and Eddins found himself out of work with time on his hands. He and a friend turned their beer-making hobby into MetroNOME bre…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Almost all Minnesota workers may get paid time off for family and medical leave 47:33

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Paid family and medical leave is poised to become law in Minnesota. Most working Americans have access to unpaid time off for the arrival of a child or to handle their own or a family member’s illness. But three in four American civilian workers have no access to paid family leave and one in five has no access to paid sick leave. Under a proposal w…

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MPR News with Kerri Miller

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'Symphony of Secrets' is an ode to music stolen and composers erased 57:13

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In his new novel, “Symphony of Secrets,” Brendan Slocumb once again tucks a mystery inside a musical thriller. But underscoring the plot are some big questions about our culture. Whose music gets heard and honored? Who gets to claim the ownership and rewards of a song? And who gets to tell the story of how that music came to be? Slocumb’s protagoni…

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MPR Weekly Dose

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MPR Weekly Dose 159 — OTC Birth Control Pill Switch; First Tx for Agitation Associated With Dementia; Fabry Disease Treatment; Farxiga Approval Expanded; Contaminated COVID-19 Tests 13:12

20d ago13:12

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Panel votes unanimously in favour of over-the-counter change for contraceptive pill; First pharmacological therapy for agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer disease; Elfabrio approved for the treatment of Fabry disease; Farxiga approval expanded; Bacterial contamination concerns for certain COVID-19 at-home tests.…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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14 events and ideas to have summer fun in Minnesota 35:07

21d ago35:07

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A lot of us have already started thinking about our summer vacation, or maybe you’ve even planned one out. But have you thought about the shorter bursts of fun you want to have this summer? MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with her guests about upcoming live music events, art festivals, craft fairs and other events across Minnesota this summer. Pl…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Highlights from Wellness Wednesday: Looking at hearing loss, tackling addictions 22:44

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Every Wednesday on MPR News with Angela Davis, you can listen to in depth conversations on wellness topics. This week, Angela shares highlights from two favorite Wellness Wednesday shows. Nearly 30 million Americans suffer from hearing loss but only about one-fifth use hearing aids, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. In the first W…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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How an APM podcast became part of a national movement to reform reading instruction 10:40

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One in three Minnesota fourth graders cannot read at a “basic” level for their grade, according to 2022 reading test results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress. The question is, why do so many children struggle? American Public Media senior producer Emily Hanford found answers in her podcast, “Sold a Story: How Teaching Kids to Re…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Advocating for sexual assault survivors 37:28

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One in six American women has been the victim of a rape or attempted rape in their lifetime, but most survivors of sexual violence never report the assault to law enforcement. Although the public conversations of the “Me too” movement raised awareness of sexual harassment and rape, advocates in Minnesota say communities still downplay the harm caus…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Farming on the frontlines of the climate crisis 34:50

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Minnesota farmers have identified climate resiliency as their most pressing issue right now, according to the Minnesota Farmers Union. That’s why the union is launching its first of a series of agriculture and climate conversations on Tuesday. MPR News host Angela Davis finds out how our state’s agriculture industry is adapting to extreme weather, …

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mPress Conversations with Maggie

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The Expert Persuasion Strategist 35:36

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Have you been struggling with what to say on social media or how to work with funnels? This episode is for you! Karen Grill is a Business Coach & Certified Persuasion Strategist. Having started her first online business over 15 years ago, she knows the struggles of entrepreneurs and has learned the strategies for creating a successful business. She…

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MPR News with Kerri Miller

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How dogs become themselves and other wonders of puppyhood 53:03

27d ago53:03

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If you want to know canine psychologist Alexandra Horowitz’ best advice for training a puppy, it can be summed up in one sentence: “Expect that your puppy will not be who you think, nor act as you hope.” That truth — which can both delight and confound new puppy caretakers — is at the center of her 2021 book, “The Year of the Puppy.” A longtime res…

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MPR Weekly Dose

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MPR Weekly Dose 158 — Early Alzheimer Treatment; First RSV Vaccine; Narcolepsy Tx; Toilet Seat That Monitors Health; FDA Ammonia Warning 12:02

27d ago12:02

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Investigational treatment for early Alzheimer disease shows promise; First vaccine for the prevention of lower respiratory tract disease caused by RSV; Nightly granules approved for narcolepsy; Latest health tech advance in toilets; And the FDA warns of energy boosting over-the-counter inhalants.

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Opportunities and hope behind bars 36:39

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When people who are incarcerated have access to education and other resources, they’re more likely to be successful when they come home to their communities. More than 8,000 people are incarcerated in Minnesota correctional facilities and thousands more are in county jails and federal prisons in the state. Coming up at 9 a.m. on Thursday, MPR News …

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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The healing benefits of getting outdoors 47:38

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Minnesota has a lot of grassroots groups getting into the grass and into the roots. MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with two Minnesotans who are helping others experience the joys of the outdoors and the health benefits. Spending time in nature can improve mood, emotional health, mental health, attention and memory. Getting outside doesn’t have t…

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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Breaking the cycle: How to stop violence before it starts   55:57

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When violence erupts, it creates a shock wave that impacts entire communities. The trauma embeds itself in both victims and perpetrators, and like a virus, often spreads and multiplies. How do we break the cycle? Last week, MPR News host Angela Davis sat down with community leaders for a live In Focus conversation. How does violent crime wound us, …

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MPR News with Angela Davis

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The legacies of Keefer Court, Khyber Pass and immigrant-owned restaurants 45:26

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Do you have a particular food that reminds you of home? Maybe it’s your grandma’s spaghetti recipe, the lumpia your family used to make or the pozole from the Mexican restaurant down the street. Food has the power to comfort us and connect us with our families and cultures. And when we find a restaurant that serves those familiar foods, it can make…

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MPR Weekly Dose

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MPR Weekly Dose 157 — Akorn Pharmaceutical Recalls; First Oral Fecal Microbiota Tx; ALS Treatment Approved; Basal-Only Insulin Delivery for T2D; Eyedrop Safety Alert 10:57

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Large recall of drugs due to company shutdown; First orally administered fecal microbiota treatment given green light; Treatment approved for certain ALS patients; Type 2 diabetes insulin delivery system; FDA issue safety alert concerning eyedrops.

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