A selection of programs and series throughout the decades that were broadcast on Minnesota Public Radio.
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July 9, 1988 - On this Sportfolio program, Dan Barreiro, sports columnist with the Star Tribune, discusses various sports topics, including SMU “death penalty”, and issues in college athletics. Barreiro also answers listener questions.
July 9, 1988 - University of Minnesota extension entomologist Mark Ascerno answering listener questions about household and yard insect pest problems.
July 11, 1988 - MPR’s Euan Kerr visits the Metrodome and interviews numerous new players, some called up to the majors for the very first time. The ball players discuss what it’s like to play both in dome and for newly minted world champion team.
July 12, 1988 - University of Minnesota extension horticulturist Deb Brown takes questions on caring for plants during the hot, dry spell.
July 16, 1988 - On this Sportfolio program, Charles Alexander, professor of history at Ohio University, discusses the topic of sports history and lore. Alexander also answers listener questions. Alexander is author of numerous sports biographies, including ones on Ty Cobb and John McGraw.
July 16, 1988 - Dr. Ford Bell, veterinarian at the University of Minnesota, takes listener questions regarding the care of dogs and cats.
July 19, 1988 - MPR’s Mike Mulcahy interviews Jim Zandlo, state climatologist, about the potential reasons behind and forecasting of extreme drought conditions seen in Minnesota.
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July 23, 1988 - MPR’s Bob Potter talks with Kathy Heidel, naturalist with the Hennepin County Park Reserve System. They discuss the late summer wildlife and the drought impact. Heidel also answers listener questions.