The U.S. stocks plummeted this morning as investors worried about potential economic devastation from President Donald Trump's tariffs.  

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1,200 points, or more than 3 percent, shortly after the open on Monday, and was headed to a third consecutive day of steep falls.  

Trillions of dollars have been wiped out in global stock markets since President Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs last week.  

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with economic and personal finance experts about how the stock market tumble affects retirement savings and how to manage your money in uncertain days ahead.

Guests:

• Chris Farrell is a senior economics contributor for MPR News and Marketplace.  




• Kim Miller is a senior program manager for LSS Financial Counseling, a program of Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota. 




• Michelle Singletary is an author and journalist who writes for “The Color of Money,” The Washington Post’s personal finance column.   

Improvisation — or improv — is a type of live theater where the characters, dialogue and plot are made up on the spot. It’s how a lot of comedians get their start. 

But improv is more than entertainment.

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with three improv actors who say the skills they use — such as listening, teamwork and flexibility — can help us all have better conversations about divisive topics. 

Guests:

• Tane Danger is a Minneapolis-based speaker, interviewer and educator who uses improv to engage people in conversations about big ideas. As co-founder of Danger Boat Productions and host of The Theater of Public Policy, he interviews newsmakers and policy experts, transforming complex topics into engaging, unscripted performances. 




• Duck Washington is a member of Danger Boat Productions. He is an actor, director, playwright, improviser, audio designer, arts administrator and educator based in the Twin Cities. 




• Heather Meyer is a playwright, humor writer and performer. She has been a professional actor and improviser for more than 20 years and is a member of Danger Boat Productions.

Teenagers experimenting with drugs and alcohol is not new.  

But what is the difference between experimentation and addiction?  

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the latest trends influencing drug use among teenagers and how addiction often overlaps with mental illnesses, such as depression and anxiety. 

Guests:

• Dr. Travis Fahrenkamp is a child and adolescent psychiatrist who specializes in addiction medicine at the Hazelden Betty Ford Treatment Center for Teens, Young Adults and Families in Plymouth, Minn. 




• Kadie Eaton is a counselor and clinical manager of outpatient services at Hazelden Betty Ford Treatment Center for Teens, Young Adults and Families in Plymouth, Minn. 

For more information about volunteering for Dr. Howell’s research study, go to the Pre-screening Survey or call 763-913-8367.

Traveling through the airport can be stressful — with confusing terminals, unexpected delays and the worry of getting to your gate on time.  

But even with the long lines and crowded concourses, the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport consistently ranks as one of the best airports in the country. In fact, it’s been recognized as the top “mega airport” in North America multiple times. So, what makes it stand out?

A big part of the answer is the Airport Foundation MSP. You may have seen their friendly volunteers in green vests ready to answer questions, give directions or just lend a helping hand.

The foundation also arranges for live music in the terminals, displays of local art and even therapy animals to help travelers de-stress. They aim to make MSP a warmer and more welcoming space.

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests take a closer look at this unique nonprofit, its growing volunteer program and what it takes to be part of their team.

Guests:

• Jana Webster is the president and CEO of the Airport Foundation MSP, a nonprofit organization that helps travelers navigate and feel comfortable in the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.  




• Sara Ernst is the director of volunteer operations at the Airport Foundation MSP, where she recruits, trains and manages volunteers.      

Tens of thousands of federal employees across the country have been laid off over the last two months. And some surveys suggest private employers have slowed hiring because of concerns over tariffs and the future of the overall economy.

Meanwhile, fewer employees are leaving their current jobs for new ones — a slowdown in turnover that’s been dubbed “the great stay.”

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the uncertainty in the job market and advice for people who are — or may soon be — looking for work.

If you are looking for a job, check CareerForce, the state of Minnesota’s official website for career exploration that brings together a network of private, public and nonprofit resources for job seekers. A listener to the show also recommended MN Crossroads Career Network, a service of Grace Church in Eden Prairie.  

Guests:

• Chris Farrell is senior economics contributor for MPR News and Marketplace.




• Kelly McClellan is a senior associate director and career coach at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, where she primarily works with MBA students and alumni. She also has a private practice which provides coaching and job search support.  

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In the United States, the right to dissent and speak freely is essential to democracy.  

President Donald Trump campaigned on a promise of free speech. But under his administration some forms of speech and viewpoints carry harsh consequences.

MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about who feels free to speak, who feels silenced and whether it’s possible for everyone to be heard. It’s part of the MPR News Talking Sense series helping Minnesotans have hard political conversations … better.

Guests:

• Jane Kirtley is a professor of media ethics and law at the University of Minnesota where she directs the Silha Center for the Study of Media Ethics and Law. She also served as executive director of The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press for 14 years, practiced law and worked as a reporter.  




• Manu Meel is the CEO of BridgeUSA, a national organization that helps young people engage in respectful, productive dialogue and disagreement through its chapters on university campuses across the country.  

Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.   

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Sleep is more than rest. It is as important for our bodies as diet and exercise.  

Not getting enough sleep raises the risk of many diseases — from heart disease and stroke to obesity and dementia. 

And it’s not just the amount of sleep that’s important — quality matters, too.

MPR News Angela Davis and her guest talk about how our sleep gets disrupted and what can we do about it. 

Guest:

• Dr. Michael Howell is a professor of neurology and sleep researcher at the University of Minnesota.

For more information about volunteering for Dr. Howell’s research study, go to the Pre-screening Survey or call 763-913-8367.

From its origins in Black American communities to its influence on artists all over the world, jazz has always been about innovation, expression and connection. 

And here in Minnesota, one radio station has been keeping that spirit alive for more than 50 years — JAZZ88. 

Launched in 1970 as part of Minneapolis Public Schools, JAZZ88 has been a hub for jazz lovers, educators and musicians, introducing generations to a timeless genre while adapting to changing times. 

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with some of the voices behind JAZZ88, as well as a musician who performs in and around the Twin Cities. Together, they will explore the station’s impact, its evolution and the artists shaping the sounds we hear when listening to jazz.

Guests:

• Sean McPherson is the music director and afternoon host of JAZZ88. Previously he was an on-air host for The Current, Minnesota Public Radio’s alternative music station. 




• Emmanuel Hill is the executive producer of MPS Voices, a JAZZ88 livestream focused on broadcasting student voices in Minneapolis Public Schools.  




• Eli Awada is a Twin Cities musician, pianist and keyboardist for the jazz collective, Room3.

From tariffs and layoffs to persistent inflation and a fluctuating stock market, there are many questions about how the Trump administration could reshape the U.S. economy.

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the latest economic news and take your questions about how to build wealth and manage your money in an uncertain time.

Guests:

• Chris Farrell is senior economics contributor for MPR News and Marketplace.




• Tonia Brinston is a financial health and wellness coordinator at the University of Minnesota Extension’s Department of Family Health and Wellbeing. 

A growing number of Minnesotans can’t find an affordable place to live.

Along with the rest of the country, the state faces a worsening housing shortage.

The shortage especially hurts people with lower incomes. Rents are rising, along with evictions. And a growing portion of low-income residents are paying more than a third of their income on rent.

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talked about why building and maintaining affordable housing has become so expensive, and what we can do about it.