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Live, down to earth, unscripted interviews that aim to connect, inform and entertain. Real people share real stories with MPR News host Nina Moini. It’s journalism that doesn’t take itself too seriously and puts people first.

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It has been six months since the state rolled out paid family leave. And there are new numbers on how many people are taking advantage of the program.

Plus, there are newly unsealed documents in a DOJ investigation into the local response to Operat... more

A housing development in north Minneapolis was meant to be a better model for public housing. Heritage Park opened in the early 2000s after a legal settlement over housing segregation. It’s a mix of market-rate and subsidized units. Today, many of it... more

The United States is hosting the World Cup soccer tournament, but Minnesota is not a host city. So instead, fans are flocking to bars and breweries. And new data from the payment company Square found bars and breweries saw an 8 percent increase in re... more

A growing number of young people are using AI companions and chatbots for emotional support, friendship and even virtual relationships, according to researchers at the University of Minnesota. Despite the growth, most teens aren’t advertising that th... more

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Recent Guests

Connie Forster
Director of the Minnesota School Safety Center
Minnesota School Safety Center
Episode: Minnesota Now: June 25, 2026
Elias Melis
Board member hosting the Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America (ESFNA)
Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America
Episode: Minnesota Now: June 25, 2026
Elias Meles
Board member and organizer of the Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America (ESFNA)
Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America (ESFNA)
Episode: Thousands from Ethiopian community set to gather in Minnesota for soccer tournament
Heidi Roop
State's foremost expert on climate adaptation
University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership
Episode: Professional Help: Help me climate-proof my home
Michael Crow
Deputy Commissioner of Financial Institutions, Minnesota Department of Commerce
Minnesota Department of Commerce
Episode: New law creates rules for Minnesota banks and credit unions venturing into cryptocurrency
Andi Otto
Executive Director of Twin Cities Pride
Twin Cities Pride
Episode: Twin Cities Pride organizer aims to bring joy, safety to festival this weekend
Nicole Kern
Director of Community Corrections in Morrison County
Morrison County, Minnesota
Episode: Some county officials say a change to youth prosecution is coming before they are ready
Anne Broskoff
Director of Human Services in Brown County
Brown County, Minnesota
Episode: Some county officials say a change to youth prosecution is coming before they are ready
Carolyn Bramante
Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota Medical School, obesity and weight loss specialist
University of Minnesota Medical School
Episode: GLP-1 weight loss drugs to become cheaper for some under temporary Medicare program

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Nina Moini
Host of Minnesota Now; lead journalist for MPR News with broad focus on Minnesota policy and community issues

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Daily MN Now

    Veteran correspondence are good with a lot of the young ones saying “yeah, so” and “Um” 20 times in a 2 min piece need to improve

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    fitgal1961
    United States3 years ago
  • Daily MN Now

    Veteran correspondence are good with a lot of the young ones saying “yeah, so” and “Um” 20 times in a 2 min piece need to improve

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    fitgal1961
    United States3 years ago
  • Beautiful local stories

    Thanks for the regular news and the beautiful local stories in short podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goranger22
    United States3 years ago

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Minnesota-raised author describes history of region's racism in 'Cruelty of Nice Folks' book
Q: How did you process the time after the murder of George Floyd, and why did you see a backlash after a period of visible reckoning?
He describes a global attention that amplified existing problems, acknowledges earlier steps toward reform were followed by a reversion to the status quo, and emphasizes the importance of sustaining community-driven efforts beyond symbolic moments.
Minnesota-raised author describes history of region's racism in 'Cruelty of Nice Folks' book
Q: Your book goes back more than a century in Minnesota history. Why did you feel like you needed to go back that far in history to understand how racism took root here?
Ellis explains there are two parts: interrogating what people think they know and tracing cycles of inequality back to foundational moments, so we can see how present structures were laid down and why neglecting them leads to erasure of painful truths.
As police leadership shifts, Minneapolis council seeks information on future of department
Q: What has the communication been like with the council regarding the department's future, and what would a collaborative process look like?
There has been a lack of formal briefings; a more collaborative process would involve structured updates and community-inclusive discussions to align on objectives and reforms.
As police leadership shifts, Minneapolis council seeks information on future of department
Q: Why did you feel this legislative directive was necessary?
The directive is a tool to obtain information directly from Mayor Frey's administration, prompted by several red flags and leadership turnover at MPD, to ensure residents understand the plan and the path forward.
Minnesota Now: June 25, 2026
Q: What would you say to people who are just wondering how it could reshape the overall financial landscape across the state with crypto custody?
The law creates a custody platform rather than a trading or lending facility, enabling local institutions to house certain crypto assets for their members, which could influence consumer familiarity and in-house service offerings without broadly changing transaction dynamics.

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A locally focused, conversation-driven program features unscripted interviews and in-depth reporting on Minnesota news, policy, education, and community issues. Episodes blend field reporting, expert analysis, and personal narratives to illuminate how policy decisions and local events affect everyday life, from schools and public safety to immigration and culture. The show often weaves together authorities, advocates, and residents to provide practical takeaways for listeners who want to understand how public programs translate into real-world outcomes. A notable strength is its willingness to mix hard policy topics with human-interest storytelling, making complex topics accessible without sacrificing nuance.

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4. Heidi Roop
5. Michael Crow
6. Andi Otto
7. Nicole Kern
8. Anne Broskoff

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