During Black History Month in February, Classical MPR is giving away a collection of 10 acclaimed recordings by influential composers and artists, as chosen by our music staff. Enter by Feb. 15 for your chance to win, and listen to more great music 24/7 on the Black History Month stream.
This family-friendly inclusive introduction to some of Minnesota’s most spot-able “snow birds” aims to open the outdoors to BIPOC and LGBTQ communities. Speakers: Dudley Edmondson, renowned wildlife photographer and author of Black & Brown Faces in America’s Wild Places, with Monica Bryand, wildlife photographer and co-founder of Urban Bird Collective. Learn more and register on Eventbrite. Copresented with The Great Northern.
Each year, Classical MPR reaches tens of thousands of students across Minnesota through the Class Notes Concerts program. This Classical Kids Music Lesson is a virtual Class Notes concert featuring performances by members of the Bach Society of Minnesota. - Classical Kids Music Lessons More for young learners - Classical 15 Give kids 15 minutes of classical music a day
Today, you rely on our public service more than any other time in our history. Thank you for supporting MPR and APM through all the moments that matter. The 2020 Annual Report showcases all that you’ve made possible—vital daily news coverage and in-depth reporting; calming, joyful and inspiring music; essential cultural content; and engaging podcasts that create human connection. Find the 2020 Annual Report online.
This season, “The Uncertain Hour” is looking at this thing we used to call employment: what happened to it, why it happened and what a workforce made up of “nonemployees” means for our future. - Listen to the latest episode - Subscribe now: Apple | Amazon Music | Spotify | Google | Sticher | RSS
As we all work to deepen our conversations on race, identity, social justice and reform, you can help MPR News bring dialogue, awareness and potential solutions to Minnesota’s persistent racial disparities. Join us for our latest discussion — In Focus: Locked Out – The Path from Incarceration to Inclusion. RSVP to reserve your free spot
For more than 100 years, 'Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing' has been known as the Black National Anthem. But Congressman James Clyburn of South Carolina believes it's time for it to be honored as the official National Hymn. - Listen Black History Month stream
Many variants of the coronavirus are circulating around the world, but scientists are primarily concerned about three. - P.1 Why scientists are very worried about the variant from Brazil
Citing venue size, functions and locations, as well as venue staffs' ability to manage large groups of people, music venues across the country have written to President Joe Biden to offer buildings and staff for vaccination work.
In December, people started getting vaccinated against COVID-19. This is a huge scientific accomplishment and important step in making it safe for us to hang out in person again. So how did scientists develop these vaccines so fast? And how did they test the vaccines to make sure they’re safe? And how do these mRNA vaccines work? The Brains On! Podcast has answers to all your questions, plus New York Times science journalist Apoorva Mandavilli explains what scientists have found out about how long immunity lasts to this new coronavirus. And Kara and Gilly are back with a cow-side chat about herd immunity. Plus: A new mystery sound and a Moment of Um that answers the question, "What would happen if the moon fell down onto earth?" Brains On! is an award-winning science podcast for kids and curious adults from American Public Media.