A selection of programs and series throughout the decades that were broadcast on Minnesota Public Radio.
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May 3, 1993 - Mainstreet Radio’s Catherine Winter profiles the Coleraine mine pits, which some locals consider to be a rare sight of beauty. The inactive iron ore mine pits with man-made bluffs has begun to be retaken by nature and fill with water. Some now see commercial, residential, and recreational opportunities.
May 3, 1993 - A Midday broadcast of Rigoberta Menchu, 1992 Nobel Peace Prize winner, speaking at the Carlson Lecture Series at held Northrop Auditorium. Menchu's address was on the topic "Peace and Human Rights: The International Year of Indigenous People."
May 3, 1993 - MPR’s John Biewen profiles Minneosta poet Bill Holm after his heart attack. Holm talks about his health, his time in China, writing, and disdain for strict nutrition.
May 3, 1993 - Local reporter and writer Jo Ann Shroyer is interviewed about the idea behind her book, Quarks, Critters, and Chaos: What Science Terms Really Mean. Topics of conversation include particles and DNA testing.
May 3, 1993 - Midday’s Gary Eichten interviews Ron Libertus, advocate and expert in American Indian art & culture, shares his insights on how Mille Lacs spearfishing during spawning season is an important part of native tradition. Libertus details the ties to cyclical nature, tribute, and spirituality.
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May 3, 1993 - National Urban Peace and Justice Summit, Spike Moss, Emanuel Cleaver, Carl Upchurch
May 4, 1993 - Arlene DeCandia, founder and CEO of the Riverwood Companies, discusses starting a business. Topics include reasons and challenges of running your own business. DeCandia also answers listener questions.
May 4, 1993 - A Worldview interview with Mexican American poet, novelist, and essayist Luis Alberto Urrea. The author discusses his book, Across the Wire: Life and Hard Times on the Mexican Border, which documents the stories, struggles, and resilience of people in Tijuana.