MN Daily News: In The Know

MN Daily News: In The Know

In the Know: Breaking Down the U's News is a weekly podcast from the Minnesota Daily, the independent student-run media group at the University of Minnesota.

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July 29, 2026 16 mins

Madina Elmi talks with environmental activists, students and Minnesota Daily reporter Shayne Tarquinio about the status of data centers in Minnesota and the dangers they pose to the environment.

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Lucas Vasquez explores the systemic inequities behind swimming ability, and a free swim program working to reduce disparities in swim education and safety.
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June 16, 2026 18 mins
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The incoming editor-in-chief and managing editor discuss student reporting experiences and goals for the newsroom. 

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On the Mississippi River, a unique division one team made up of mostly walk-ons pushes past their physical and mental limits to succeed

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The Daily editor-in-chief and managing editor reflect on the 2025-26 year, the lessons they learned and how they dealt with unexpected challenges.

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How is the generative AI boom impacting creative spaces such as music, vocal performance and animation?

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April 19, 2026 15 mins

Whether curious or critical of AI, students are invited to explore its possibilities in Walter Library

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The city desk reporter reflects on her first year at The Daily, covering ICE and learning how to approach community-centered reporting.

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Minnesota's secretary of state and a political science expert weigh in on if the SAVE America Act would actually address voter fraud — or simply shut out eligible voters.

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Students and experts discuss how rising tuition costs can impact academic performance and mental health. 

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An expert in Iranian politics traces the decades of conflict leading to today’s war between the U.S. and Iran, while an Iranian student reflects on watching it unfold from afar.
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As administrators revisit tenure policy, teaching professors say the review raises questions about stability, hiring and the future of their roles.
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How the University of Minnesota governing Board operates and why its 9–3 decision on institutional neutrality has sparked campus debate

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February 24, 2026 18 mins

The show's breakout success reveals both progress in LGBTQ+ representation and ongoing gaps in who gets to shape queer narratives. 

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February 22, 2026 16 mins

Three entrepreneurs share how they run nail and clothing resale businesses while navigating full credit loads and fluctuating sales.

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Hear from students, faculty and protestors on what it has been like living amid an unprecedented time, amid rising human rights concerns and discussion of legal recourse.

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A conversation with the Daily’s multimedia editor.

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Students and experts on navigating today’s job market

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December 14, 2025 37 mins

Elections, ICE activity, campus safety, sports highlights and the pop culture moments that dominated the fall. 

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