A selection of programs and series throughout the decades that were broadcast on Minnesota Public Radio.
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April 11, 1992 - MPR’s Bob Potter talks with sports commentator Howard Sinker about baseball on the Twins home opener weekend. Sinker also answer listener questions.
April 13, 1992 - The final installment of the series "Spirits of the Present: The Legacy from Native America." In the first half hour, we'll heard "The Indian in the Global Mind," an examination of global views of Native Americans, including common stereotypes and the use of Indian cultures as mascots for sports teams. A little later in the hour, we'll hear "Religious Freedom," a look at the legal challenges confronting Native Americans in preserving their religious heritage.Spirits of the Present: The Legacy from Native America - a documentary series from field recordings which examines the diverse cultures of Native America. They examine the life of today's Indians; their wisdom and humor, art and music, economics, and education, religion and politics.13 half-hour programs produced by the Native American Public Broadcasting Consortium and Radio Smithsonian, broadcast on 410 stations in North America. This documentary series about Native American history and culture looks at the life of today's Indians."The Indian in the Global Mind" - The global fascination with Indians, including the use of Indian mascots for non-Indian sports teams. - Produced by Peggy Berryhill (3/25/1992)"Religious Freedom" - A look at the legal challenges faced by Native Americans in their efforts to maintain religious freedom. - Produced by Peggy Berryhill (3/18/1992)
April 15, 1992 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten interviews Eric Smith, a member of the Internal Revenue Service, about reasons and process behind IRS auditing taxpayers.
April 18, 1992 - As Ramadan concludes and the weekend marks Passover and Easter, Midday guest Clark Morphew, religious writer for the St. Paul Pioneer Press, answers listener questions about current issues in religion.
April 21, 1992 - A keynote speech by playwright August Wilson called "Odyssey of an African in America" for the Minnesota Alumni Association annual meeting.His Pulitzer Prize winning "The Piano Lesson" is running at the World Theater in St. Paul.
April 24, 1992 - For Arbor Day, All Things Considered has discussion with a tree expert about Minnesota trees. Topics include tree types, on-going care, benefits, costs, and differences within cities in how urban forests are managed.
April 25, 1992 - MPR’s Bob Potter talks with Minnesota travel writer John Shepard about places to vacation in Minnesota and takes calls from listeners. Shepard wrote the book "Minnesota: Off the Beaten Path."
April 28, 1992 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten interviews a Renville County board member about conflict in area among residents over the possibility of an industrial pig farm. Interviewee sees that rural Minnesota is in the midst of change.
April 30, 1992 - MPR’s Gary Eichten interviews Larry Buboltz, mayor of Detroit Lakes, about the closing announcement of Swift turkey plant in the city. Buboltz details the challenges ahead…not only for the plant workers, but the entire community.
May 2, 1992 - On this Saturday Midday, Chet Meyers, author and fishing enthusiast, discusses upcoming fishing opener. Topics include cold water temperatures, wind, and fishing tips. Meyers also answers listener questions.