A selection of programs and series throughout the decades that were broadcast on Minnesota Public Radio.
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March 9, 1988 - The voting patterns of Super Tuesday and the presidential primary process are analyzed by Geri Joseph, senior fellow at the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota, and by independent polling consultant Bill Morris.
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 12, 1988 - Star Tribune food writer Al Sicherman takes listener questions about cooking, cuisine, and related topics.
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 15, 1988 - Diane Malone, tax manager at the twin cities office of Coopers and Lybrand, answers listener questions about preparation of 1987 federal individual income tax returns.
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 21, 1988 - University of Minnesota astronomy professors Larry Rudnick and John Dickey answer listener questions about the beginning and end of the universe.
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.