Tom Crann
Host, All Things Considered
Tom Crann is the host of All Things Considered for MPR News. He's been in the host chair since 2005. He has interviewed a wide range of public figures, including Minnesota's members of congress, politicians, experts, writers, and artists. He anchored Minnesota Public Radio's award-winning live coverage of the 35W bridge collapse. He has hosted other special coverage for MPR News, including live coverage of election nights since 2012. He has been a host, producer, and interviewer for Minnesota Public Radio since 1995. His work on MPR News has been recognized with an Eric Severeid award, a regional Edward R. Murrow award, and a National Headliner award. He has also hosted the international cultural broadcasts "Sounds Irish" and "The Last Night of the Proms," a co-production with the BBC. In addition to his work in news, Crann has spent over 20 years hosting and producing classical music and cultural programs at public radio stations around the U.S, and for RTE/Lyric FM in Ireland, where he is still a contributor.
Recent Contributions
- What we’ll grow and eat may change with a warming climate
- Move over IPAs: Craft brewers win over new fans with lighter beers
- ‘Phantom Loss’ puppet show conjures ghosts, game shows and chicken
- Celebrate ‘Paella Day’ all year long with this savory seafood-studded dish
- On Trans Day of Visibility, Rep. Leigh Finke reflects on first year in Legislature and what’s ahead
- Minnesota medication abortion provider on what’s at stake in SCOTUS mifepristone case
- New Minneapolis schools superintendent plans widespread ‘reductions’ to shore up budget
- Uber and Lyft make threats to leave Minneapolis. Could taxis fill the gap in their wake?
- Minnesota Muslims prepare for Ramadan during tense, emotional time
- Combating loneliness over a shared meal at Gigi’s Cafe