July 27, 1991 - With the passing of Isaac Bashevis Singer, a Polish novelist and short story writer, Weekend Edition presents an excerpt of Singer speaking about his Nobel Prize in Literature.
July 27, 1991 - A Weekend Edition reading of The Squire, a story by Isaac Bashevis Singer. The story follows a miracle.
August 2, 1991 - John Blackshaw, U.S. Senator Paul Wellstone’s 1990 campaign manager and chief of staff, discusses stepping down from the position to take on a role elsewhere.
August 5, 1991 - Former Vice President Walter Mondale talks with MPR’s Gary Eichten about allegations that officials of U.S. government and/or political party conspired to keep hostages under Iranian control during 1980 presidential election. Mondale comments on potential of an investigation.
August 6, 1991 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten interviews individual on seeking better representation of tribal governments for tribal members.
August 8, 1991 - Gil Gutknecht, of Minnesota’s 1st Congressional District, shares his concerns over check off proposal by Checchi regarding Northwest Airlines.
August 12, 1991 - A psychologist tells MPR’s Gary Eichten that he thinks the Minnesota Twins psyche is in good shape going into the final part of 1991 MLB season.
August 12, 1991 - MPR’s Chris Roberts gets a temperature of Minnesota sports fans regarding the 1991 Minnesota Twins season and the hope for a postseason run. Excited, but wary, seems to be the norm.
August 13, 1991 - MPR’s Chris Roberts continues his attempt to get the temperature of baseball fans as a strong Minnesota Twins season leads into fall and the potential playoff run. Just don’t ask Twins manager Tom Kelly…who is focused on the game of the moment.
August 14, 1991 - MPR’s Chris Roberts reports on the work within the Creative Activities Building at the Minnesota State Fair…both in the submissions and the judging.