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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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Tuesday marks two years since the beginning of the war in Gaza. Currently, there is a new round of peace talks between Israel and Hamas over a plan drafted by the U.S.

The war began when Hamas militants stormed across the border, killing 1,200 peop... more

Soybean farmers are getting hit by the U.S. trade war with China. They could catch a break if the federal government moves forward with plans to send out billions of dollars in aid. We talked with an agricultural economist about what a bailout would ... more

It's been more than 60 years since the construction of Interstate 94 destroyed much of the historically Black St. Paul neighborhood known as Rondo. Minneapolis writer Debra J. Stone remembers visiting her grandparents as a child in Rondo every Sunday... more

As soon as Tuesday, the Trump administration is expected to announce a significant bailout package to help soybean producers and other farmers. President Donald Trump’s trade policies have had an outsized impact on farmers. China, the biggest buyer o... more

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Recent Guests

Rabbi Jill Avrin
Director of Campus Affairs for the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas
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Episode: 'Not one way' Jewish college students are experiencing the war, local rabbi says
Ed Ussett
Grain market economist for the University of Minnesota Extension
University of Minnesota Extension
Episode: Minnesota Now: Oct. 7, 2025
Deborah J. Stone
Minneapolis writer and author of The House on Rondo
Episode: Minnesota Now: Oct. 7, 2025
Debra J. Stone
Minneapolis writer and author of 'The House on Rondo'
Episode: New novel shows destruction of Rondo neighborhood through the eyes of a young girl
Ed Usset
Grain market economist for the University of Minnesota Extension
University of Minnesota Extension
Episode: Expert: Soybean bailout doesn't make up for loss of demand for Minnesota farmers
Paul Freeman
Corn and soybean farmer from Pope County in West Central Minnesota
Episode: Expert: Soybean bailout doesn't make up for loss of demand for Minnesota farmers
Wilin Castro
Owner of Andy's Garage
Andy's Garage
Episode: Latino Business Week features cultural events and small business support in Minneapolis
Jessica Heiser
Minnesota-based education civil rights lawyer
Imprint Legal Group
Episode: Federal finding over Minnesota's trans athlete policy sets up 'long legal fight'
Jessica Hancock-Allen
Director of the Infectious Disease Division at the Minnesota Department of Health
Minnesota Department of Health
Episode: Infectious disease expert breaks down surge in Minnesota measles cases

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Nina Moini
Host of Minnesota Now

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 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 States2 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

    Apple Podcasts
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    fitgal1961
    United States2 years ago
  • Beautiful local stories

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goranger22
    United States2 years ago

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Latino Business Week features cultural events and small business support in Minneapolis
Q: With all these challenges still, what are you excited for this week?
I'm hoping to get more people to visit and try our food made with love at Andy's Garage.
Latino Business Week features cultural events and small business support in Minneapolis
Q: Councilmember Chavez, I'm wondering what you've heard from Latino business owners about what difficulties they faced in the past five years or what they're facing uniquely now.
Many Latino owned businesses are struggling with high rent, civil unrest impacts, and fear due to federal immigration policies.
Latino Business Week features cultural events and small business support in Minneapolis
Q: Wilin, if I could, just a little bit about Andy's Garage. I understand that you took it over a few years ago. How has that been?
It's been great; my first year was tough, but I've improved a lot with help from the city and NDC.
Federal finding over Minnesota's trans athlete policy sets up 'long legal fight'
Q: How long could this legal process take?
The negotiations regarding the withdrawal of federal funding could take years, as investigations typically last a long time.
Federal finding over Minnesota's trans athlete policy sets up 'long legal fight'
Q: What stands out about this ruling in particular?
The administration is utilizing various legal tools to challenge Minnesota's policy, including potential cuts to federal funding.

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Focused on connecting communities and sharing engaging stories, a variety of topics are covered through unscripted interviews with real people. The themes explored often center around significant social issues, local culture, and personal narratives that elevate the voices of those impacted by larger events. Unique elements include discussions about community responses to challenges, such as homelessness and educational crises, which are combined with lighter reflections on local events like music venue anniversaries and human kindness showcased in everyday interactions. This engaging format aims to bring listeners closer to the heart of Minnesota's evolving stories, making it both informative and relatable for audiences interested in real-... more

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