Publisher's summary

In a continued effort to provide relevant, interesting and engaging programming to our statewide audience, MPB Think Radio provides Mississippi Edition, a weekday news magazine program. Mississippi Edition, hosted by Desare Frazier, features the latest news of the day and interviews with the people who are making the news themselves.


The program not only provides Mississippi news but also addresses the ways that national and world news affects our state. Desare Frazier as she shares the latest on Mississippi news, culture, and current events.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

© Mississippi Authority for Educational Television d/b/a Mississippi Public Broadcasting 2021
Episodes
  • 06/17/2025: AI Education | Pediatric Dental Care | Meningitis Transmission
    Jun 17 2025

    On today's show:

    Educators are working with business leaders in Mississippi to discuss how artificial intelligence can be used effectively in the workplace.

    Then, dentists are reminding families to get checkups for their kids this summer.

    Plus, meningitis transmission is increasing in other states. Mississippi has high vaccination rates, but experts say there are still vulnerable people.

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    24 mins
  • 06/16/2025: No Kings Day | Future of Medicaid | Caregiver
    Jun 17 2025

    Thousands of Mississippians in Jackson and across the state hold protests as part of the nationwide "No Kings" demonstrations.

    Then, a coalition of advocates concerned about access to healthcare in the state talk about the future of Medicaid on the local and state levels.

    Plus, a caregiver shares the hurdles she has to overcome when helping the elderly and disabled.


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    26 mins
  • 03/13/2025: AI Accelerator | Big Beautiful Bill | Healthcare Event
    Jun 16 2025

    Governor Tate Reeves announces major investments to bolster the artificial intelligence industry across Mississippi.

    Then, the state's congressional delegation share differing opinions on President Donald Trump's

    'Big Beautiful Bill'.

    Plus, a free healthcare event in Jackson is highlighting the need for community outreach throughout

    Mississippi.

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    24 mins
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