MN Daily News: In The Know

In the Know Update

The "In the Know" team is working on a podcast episode that is sensitive in nature. For that reason, we're taking a little bit more time to tell it accurately and respectfully. Stay tuned. 

Episode 70: The day after Election Day

The "In The Know" team covers the post-election protest that shut down 1-94 last Wednesday.

Episode 69: Election Day 2020

The "In The Know" team takes you through Election Day 2020 in the Twin Cities, from talking to voters during the day to covering the DFL and GOP results parties.

Episode 68: From celebration to structural support: new CEHD program aims to support Tribal College transfers

At the first Indigenous Culture Week hosted by the Circle of Indigenous Nations at the University of Minnesota, celebrations and issues impacting the American Indian community were at the forefront of panel discussions. Speakers said that to fully feel supported at the University of Minnesota, American Indian students need tailored support and resources, much like a new program that is in the works within CEHD. 

Episode 67: Medical racism

In this episode, we speak to leadership of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the University’s School of Nursing and the Medical School. 

Episode 66: What is “community control” of the police — and who is calling for it?

In this episode, we interview two local groups who are advocating for “community control” of the police. Representatives from the Twin Cities Coalition for Justice 4 Jamar and the University of Minnesota’s Students for a Democratic Society talk about what community control is, what it would look like in action and where the idea came from. 

Episode 65: The Presidential Debate

In this episode of "In the Know," we speak with students about last week’s presidential debate.

Episode 64: First Amendment Celebration: Protest to Progress

In this special episode, we share some highlights from a panel of young activists and organizers from the Minnesota Daily's First Amendment Celebration. 

Episode 63: Virtual Mental Health Care

In this episode, we look at the Boynton Mental Health Clinic’s coronavirus response and patients’ reactions, speaking to providers at Boynton and students who have experienced virtual therapy.

Episode 62: Meet Dr. Alexander

After a summer of protests surrounding issues of police brutality and civil rights, the University of Minnesota is starting off the school year by bringing in an expert to review safety and equity on campus and in the UMPD. In this episode we interviewed Dr. Cedric L. Alexander, the civic leader, trained clinical psychologist and former police chief appointed to conduct the assessment.