A selection of programs and series throughout the decades that were broadcast on Minnesota Public Radio.
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May 22, 1979 - Alan Dundes, professor of folklore at the University of California at Berkley, speaks about the importance of folklore and how it is a scholarly discipline.
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May 23, 1979 - Ann Payson reviews the Jack Higgins book Day of Judgment.
May 23, 1979 - MPR’s Nancy Fushan presents Playwrights’ Laboratory, which showcases playwright Eric Anderson’s Policy, a drama written especially for radio with assistance from the Minneapolis Playwrights' Lab.
May 24, 1979 - MPR’s Dan Olson interviews Al Johnson, director of Minnesota Energy Agency, who discusses the subject of energy future in Minnesota. Topics include stoppage of diesel fuel delivery to state, and gas conservation. Johnson also answers listener questions.
May 26, 1979 - Dr. William Nolen of Litchfield, speaking at 9th Annual Health Alert Symposium held at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Nolen addresses securing good health care and patients advocating competent and compassionate care.
May 26, 1979 - Jane Brody, New York Times health correspondent, speaking at 9th Annual Health Alert Symposium held at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Brody examines health care from the consumer point of view.
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May 29, 1979 - Joe and Nancy Paddock presents South Dakota Penitentiary inmates who write poetry. The prison program is called Poets at the Pen.
June 2, 1979 - On this regional public affairs program, MPR’s Rich Dietman interviews Patricia Harpole, chief reference librarian of the Minnesota Historical Society, who discusses practical tips in searching for one's roots using genealogical resources.