From Marketplace: Skin in the Game
July 26, 2023
Skin in the Game is a special project of Marketplace Morning Report that looks at what video games, and the vast industry that surrounds them, can tell us about economics, business, money, careers and equity.
Introducing "Skin in the Game," a Special Marketplace Series
https://youtu.be/QWuz9CjrJFI
Catch up on the series so far:
- What video games can teach us about economic decision-making
- Tomorrow's tech disruptors learn how to raise their game
- Sideshow culture gets the video game treatment
- This video game teaches players about gentrification
Urge Congress to Save Public Media
July 25, 2023
Public media is the only communications service that reaches virtually every American household – including communities that are underserved by other media sources.
Act now! Contact your representative and speak up for public media, including your favorite MPR service like MPR News, The Current or YourClassical MPR.
Urge Congress to save public media, Protect My Public Media makes sending a message quick & easy:
Amythyst Kiah performs in The Current studio for Radio Heartland
July 24, 2023
Amythyst Kiah is a singer-songwriter from Chattanooga, Tenn., who is one of the biggest up-and-coming artists in Americana music today. Kiah visited The Current studio for a session hosted by Radio Heartland’s Mike Pengra. Watch or listen to the session online!
Connect with Carbon Sound!
July 17, 2023
“Carbon is the foundation of all life. Carbon Sound is music for life.
More than another music source, Carbon Sound is dedicated to celebrating the depth, breadth, and influence of Black musical expression through genres including Hip-Hop, R&B, Afrobeats, Funk, Electronica and more, as well as honoring the foundational role of Black music throughout all genres of music. Music touches everyone and Carbon Sound is a sonic expression of how Black artistry and culture touches all music.”
You can connect with Carbon Sound in so many ways, here are just some of them:
- Listen to Carbon Sound
- Request a song
- Subscribe to the newsletter
- Submit your music
- Find & follow on Instagram | Facebook | TikTok
Listen to Brains On!
July 14, 2023
Summer is the perfect time for everyone to listen to Brains On! an award-winning science podcast for kids and curious adults from American Public Media.
Subscribe and listen to the full back catalogue of interesting, fun, and educational episodes now, and register for the FREE virtual 10th birthday & book launch party on Saturday, July 29!
The Galapagos Islands & Amazon Rain Forest with Sven Sundgaard
July 14, 2023
Join MPR Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard on an unforgettable journey to the legendary Galápagos Islands and Amazon Rain Forest of Ecuador in this Public Radio Custom Travel experience!
Sven is a seasoned Galapagos explorer and guests will benefit from his expertise in nature, conservation and climate at every destination. Tourism is strictly controlled to protect the wildlife on the Galapagos Islands, making this trip truly an adventure of a lifetime.
The Current Happy Hours: Surly Brewing Co. with Brigitte Calls Me Baby
July 12, 2023
The Current is bringing music and fun to Surly Brewing Co. The Current’s Jill Riley will provide the soundtrack, and Brigitte Calls Me Baby will perform a live set.
The first 50 MPR Members to stop by The Current's booth during this event will receive a free drink! Get details on how to claim this offer.
Thursday, July 13
4 - 7 p.m. CT
Surly Brewing Co.
520 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis
Hennepin Healthcare makes its case for more equity, inclusion training
July 12, 2023
“Health care systems often partner with community organizations, or bring in outside professional organizations to lead trainings, as well as focusing on hiring diverse staff members.
Hennepin Healthcare took a different tactic. Its program, Compass, was designed by leaders inside the institution to educate staff about the history of marginalized communities, racism in health care and microaggressions.”
- Get the full story on MPR News
- More from North Star Journey
MPR Archive: Hmong life in Minnesota
July 10, 2023
After the Vietnam War, many Hmong people found themselves as refugees. The resettlement of some to the United States began in 1975, with multiple waves continuing until 2006. Today Minneapolis-St. Paul is home to the largest urban Hmong population in the world. The Hmong people in Minnesota have developed a strong and vibrant community in their chapter of the immigrant story in America.
Explore the MPR Archive Collection: Hmong life in Minnesota
13 trans and nonbinary people making an impact in the Twin Cities and beyond
July 10, 2023
Turn to this collection of MPR News stories about ChangeMakers!
"Interviews with these subjects went beyond the heated rhetoric, instead focusing on their experiences as kids, parents, friends and partners. They discussed challenges, but they also reflected on which trans and nonbinary people inspire them, what brings them joy and what they hope for the future."
ChangeMakers is a series from MPR News showcasing Minnesotans from diverse, often underrepresented backgrounds who are making an impact.