It is National Poetry month and we have the podcast & newsletter you need to bring more poetry to your life. Host Major Jackson delivers a different way to see the world through poetry. In just one turn of phrase, poetry can anchor us, or shift a moment, a day, or even a whole life. Join us for a poem and a moment of reflection in one short episode, every weekday.
Host Fred Child is thrilled and noted, “She is a soulful artist at the piano, bringing out the beauty and humanity in a wide range of music..." Listen to hear why Gabriela Montero is Performance Today's 2023 PT Classical Woman of the Year.
Friday, March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility, celebrating individuals who are transgender or nonbinary, as well as raising awareness of the discrimination they face. Join The Current all day on Friday as they spotlight essential transgender artists, from the pioneers like Jackie Shane, to those changing the face of music today, like Laura Jane Grace and Sam Smith.
A lawyer for Donald Trump said Thursday he's been told that the former president has been indicted in New York on charges involving payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign to silence claims of an extramarital sexual encounter.
MPR News with Angela Davis has won a Gracie award! This national award honors “outstanding programming and individual achievement created by women, for women, and about women.” The honor recognizes the October 2022 program “Your Vote: Abortion is top of mind for many voters.” Congratulations to the team Host Angela Davis, producer Maja Beckstrom and producer Samantha Matsumoto.
Xcel Energy officials said on Tuesday crews have repaired a leak at the Monticello nuclear plant, and the plant will resume producing power in the next week. - Near Monticello nuclear power plant Drop in water temperature causes fish kill - What we know The Monticello nuclear plant tritium leak
Mosques and community groups across Minnesota are hosting several events to celebrate Ramadan, including interfaith dinners and special events for women and girls. - 'Reconnecting with the human' Minnesota podcast tackles humanity, womanhood and Islam
For Women's History Month, YourClassical is sharing the stories of women who have changed the face of classical music. Learn more in ‘Distinguished Rebels,’ featuring voices from behind the mic and behind the scenes at YourClassical MPR.
In this episode of Early Risers, Dianne speaks with Ellen Guettler, a white parent raising her two boys in Minneapolis. Ellen shares her journey of practicing anti-racist parenting in community with other white parents.
For the months of March, April, and May, The Current’s diverse team of contributors will highlight the best music, events, entertainment, and recreation. Each week throughout the season, you’ll find one or more new curated posts all about enjoying the best that Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding communities have to offer. All spring long, check on this page, which includes relevant stories from our archive, and we’ll update with links as new stories publish.