July 26, 1991 - MPR’s Gary Eichten talks with a women’s rights activist about Brother Peace program, who details St. Cloud rally to fight against various forms of abuse by men on women and children. Conversation focuses on need for men to be active in standing up against men who harass, control, and foster inequality.
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.