A selection of programs and series throughout the decades that were broadcast on Minnesota Public Radio.
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August 14, 1982 - University of Minnesota's Institute of Technology Dean Roger Staehle answers live listener questions on the role of technology in improving the state's economy, societal attitudes toward technology, and other issues.
August 16, 1982 - Independent-Republican gubernatorial candidates Lieutenant Governor Lou Wangberg, businessman Wheelock Whitney, and former governor Harold Stassen debate the issues in this live broadcast.
August 17, 1982 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten interviews Jeanne Coyne, an attorney from Edina, who has been named to the Minnesota Supreme Court by Governor Al Quie.
August 17, 1982 - Democratic Gubernatorial candidates Warren Spannaus and Rudy Perpich debate, moderated by Sally Patterson from the League of Women Voters.
August 19, 1982 - MPR’s Dan Olson walks downtown Minneapolis to explore the sounds of street musicians. Olson stops and talks with various performers about their vocation.
August 20, 1982 - Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Douglas Amdahl answers live listener questions on judicial issues.
August 21, 1982 - On this Weekend program, MPR’s Dan Olson interviews Barbara Flanagan, columnist for the Minneapolis Star & Tribune, who shares regional trivia knowledge. Listeners try to stump her with questions.
August 21, 1982 - Local commentator Bruce Benidt details the scandalous nature of interacting with individuals from Wisconsin…both on and off the football field.
August 23, 1982 - MPR’s Lee Axdahl reports on the struggling Twins starting pitcher Terry Felton, who is still searching for a win after 13 game start. Despite the historically rough start, Felton is getting support from team manager and fellow teammates.
August 25, 1982 - Midday presents a lively debate for state auditor role. Incumbent Independent-Republican State Auditor Arne Carlson and challenger Paul Wellstone, DFL, discuss their differing views on how best the auditor’s office can benefit the state.