Digitization made possible by the State of Minnesota Legacy Amendment’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, approved by voters in 2008.
February 27, 1988 - On this Sportfolio program, Jim Radke, director of Center for Academic and Sports at St. Thomas University; and Mark Dienhart, former St. Thomas coach and current executive director of Public Affairs, discuss preparing athletes for academics and life after playing career is over. Radke and Dienhart also answers listener questions.
March 1, 1988 - Abel Aganbegyan, chief economic advisor to Mikhail Gorbachev, speaking at Minnesota Meeting. Aganbegyan’s address was titled "Perestroika: Prescription for Changing US-Soviet Economic Relationship." After speech, Aganbegyan answers audience questions. Both speech and question/answer period are done via translator. Minnesota Meeting is a non-profit corporation which hosts a wide range of public speakers. It is managed by the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota.
March 5, 1988 - On this Sportfolio program, Steve Urban, thoroughbred trainer and president of Minnesota Horsemen’s Benevolent & Protective Association, discusses racing legislation, the future of Canterbury Downs, and horse racing in general. Urban also answers listener questions.
March 12, 1988 - On this Sportfolio program, Greg Cylkowski, local Greg Cylkowski, discusses the many aspects of the psychology of sports. Cylkowski also answers listener questions.
March 12, 1988 - On this Weekend program, Al Sicherman, food writer at the Star Tribune, discusses various food topics and his book “Caramel Knowledge.” Sicherman also answers listener questions.
March 14, 1988 - MPR's Stephen Smith and George Boosey live report from the Governor’s office. Governor Rudy Perpich holds press conference on proposal to adjust funding for University of Minnesota and review of the management structure of school. He also speaks on Ken Keller’s resignation as president of University of Minnesota the day before.
March 19, 1988 - On this Sportfolio program, Duane Koslowski, U.S. wrestler, and Ron Backes, U.S. shot-putter, discuss the money and cost of the Olympics. Topics include their individual sports, funding, and support systems. Koslowski and Backes also answer listener questions.
March 22, 1988 - Harrison Salisbury, journalist and author, talks about some of the major stories he has covered, which he chronicles in his newest book, "A Time of Change: A Reporter's Tale of Our Time." Salisbury also answers listener questions. Beginning of program is discussion on Central American military involvement, and subsequent local protests. Mr. Salisbury is a Minnesota native, and U of M graduate.
April 2, 1988 - On this Sportfolio program, Tim Hanson, U of M basketball player and former “Minnesota Mr. Basketball,” discusses college basketball and his time as a Gopher. Topics include money in sports, coaches, and recruiting. Hanson also answer listener questions.
April 9, 1988 - On this Sportfolio program, Bill James, baseball writer, discusses Major League Baseball. Topics include start of the baseball season, the Twins, the Royals, strike zone, and future of the game. James also answers listener questions.