NSS Weekly: Science Funding Cuts and the Future of STEM Careers

NSS Weekly: Science Funding Cuts and the Future of STEM Careers

This week, we explore how cuts in research and science funding may affect the career paths Minnesotans choose. Then we look at efforts to encourage science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in schools. ----- Executive Producer: Victor Palomino Producer: Maija Hecht Anchors: Britt Aamodt, Victor Palomino Reader scripting: Xan Holston, Tracie Wells Collier, Victor Palomino Fact checking: Victor Palomino, Joel Glaser Editorial support: Emily Krumberger Production Coordinator: Britt Aamodt Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood Image: The Marcell Experimental Forest station, a long-term ecosystem research site operated by the U.S. Forest Service within the Chippewa National Forest [credit: Maija Hecht] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]

NSS Daily Headlines July 2, 2026

The "Minnesota 15" have their first day in federal court, Big Stone Lake produces a record bluegill, and the state says goodbye to trailblazing lawmaker Karen Clark. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  A protest sign supporting the “Minnesota 15” who were arraigned in federal court Wednesday afternoon. [credit: Xan Holston] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]

NSS Daily Headlines July 1, 2026

A Minnesota marine lost at sea is declared dead, Minnesota clamps down on pet imports in response to rising New World Screwworm outbreaks, and would you like to buy a 65-foot Ferris wheel in Minneapolis? ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  Wanna buy a Ferris wheel? The old Betty Danger’s restaurant in Northeast Minneapolis is back on the market for just $3.1 million dollars. [credit: REMAX] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]

NSS Daily Headlines June 30, 2026

Counties and cities offer ways to beat the heat, the University of Minnesota raises tuition for a second time in as many years, and the North Shore’s Sugarloaf Cove gives a glimpse into the past. ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  A view of Sugarloaf Cove [credit: exploreminnesota.com] Audio credit: POOL_SUMMER_SOUNDS_KIDS FROLICKING_1.wav by Scott_Snailham -- https://freesound.org/s/102881/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0  ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]

NSS Daily Headlines: June 29, 2026

Severe heat hits Minnesota, deadly motorcycle accidents are up, and Inver Grove Heights votes to hold off on data centers ----- Producer: Xan Holston Reader scripting: Tracie Wells Collier, Xan Holston  Image:  Temps could feel as hot as 110 with the heat index in parts of the state today. [credit: NWS] ----- For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media.  instagram.com/ampersradio/ [https://www.instagram.com/ampersradio/] instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/ [https://www.instagram.com/northstarstoriesmn/] Never miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ [https://ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/]  This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund [http://ampers.org/fund]