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Talking Volumes 2026

Talking Volumes 2026

Twenty-seven seasons in, Talking Volumes — presented by MPR News and the Minnesota Star Tribune — remains one of the region’s most anticipated literary event series. This fall, five bestselling authors sit down with award-winning journalists Kerri Miller and Catharine Richert for deep conversations about their books, their lives, and the ideas shaping our world. And we’ll do it all in a welcoming new home: The O’Shaughnessy Auditorium at St. Catherine University.

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Can genetic engineering turn the tide against Minnesota’s lake invaders?

Can genetic engineering turn the tide against Minnesota’s lake invaders?

Genetically modified organisms could become the newest recruits in Minnesota’s long and largely losing battle against invasive species. Researchers experimenting now know they’ll need to answer questions about safety.

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Minnesota Orchestra continues season opening celebration with violinist Stefan Jackiw

Minnesota Orchestra continues season opening celebration with violinist Stefan Jackiw

American violinist Stefan Jackiw joins the Minnesota Orchestra and Thomas Søndergård for a program featuring Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5, Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 6, and more. Listen to the live broadcast with host Melissa Ousley at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, on YourClassical MPR.

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The Current's Ad-Libs: Create a story to inspire new supporters

The Current's Ad-Libs: Create a story to inspire new supporters

Your sense of humor will inspire new members to support The Current during the Fall Member Drive.