The Current Celebrates 20 years on-air with two shows in January
January 6, 2025
On Jan. 24, 2025, The Current, one of Minnesota Public Radio’s three services, will celebrate 20 years of being on-air, online, and in the community. Since playing its first song (Atmosphere’s “Say Shh”), the station has won over a loyal local audience, become an industry leader within the Triple A radio format nationwide, helped launch the careers of well-known artists, and grown into a far-reaching community, with members and online listeners from around the world.
Minnesota Public Radio Elects Jeff Lin and Jason Radisson to Board of Trustees
December 9, 2024
The Board of Trustees of Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) has welcomed two new members. Jeff Lin, co-founder and CEO of Pennant and founder of Bust Out, and Jason Radisson, founder and CEO of Movo were elected to the board in early December.
Performance Today Announces Five Students for 2024-2025 Young Artist in Residency Program
October 15, 2024
YourClassical’s Performance Today, America’s most popular classical music radio program, has announced the five musicians who will make up this year’s Performance Today Young Artists in Residence program (PTYA). Performance Today works with the top music conservatories from around the country to identify their most promising talent to take part in the PTYA Program each year.
MPR News names Nina Moini as new host of Minnesota Now
October 14, 2024
The search for a new host who could continue to build authentic connections with Minnesotans around the state led back to the MPR newsroom and Nina Moini, a reporter with host and editor experience at MPR News since 2017. Moini will begin her new host duties in mid-November.
Minnesota Public Radio Elects Children’s Minnesota President & CEO Dr. Marc Gorelick to Board of Trustees
October 8, 2024
The board of trustees of Minnesota Public Radio has welcomed Dr. Marc Gorelick as its newest member. Gorelick is president and chief executive officer of Children’s Minnesota, the state’s only health care system dedicated exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood.
Daniel Doktori to Join American Public Media Group as SVP, General Counsel
September 18, 2024
Following a national search, American Public Media Group (APMG) announces Daniel Doktori as its next senior vice president and general counsel. He begins in the role, which sits on the organization’s executive team and reports to the CEO, on October 7.
Fred Child to Step Down from Performance Today® After 25 Years
July 23, 2024
American Public Media today announces Fred Child will step down in October 2025 from his position as Host and Senior Editor of YourClassical’s Performance Today®, completing a 25-year run as host of America’s most popular classical music radio show.
Jennifer Kelly joins Minnesota Public Radio Board of Trustees
June 25, 2024
Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) has elected Jennifer Kelly as the newest member of its Board of Trustees. Kelly became the General Manager and Vice President of Trust and Safety at Upwork in April.
Rock the Cradle Coming to Mia June 9
May 2, 2024
Rock the Cradle, The Current’s annual, free event for kids and their grownups to explore music, art and culture returns Sunday, June 9, at the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) and Children’s Theatre Company (CTC).
Gov. Walz Proclaims April 10 Minnesota Music Day
April 11, 2024
As part of The Current’s ongoing celebration of Minnesota Music Month, Gov. Tim Walz has proclaimed April 10 Minnesota Music Day. The Minnesota Music Day event also included performances by local musicians Anna Graves and Porcupine, as well as a look at the Minnesota Music Month Scouting Report.