August 26, 1992 - This is a test. These stations are conducting a test of the State Fair preparedness system. This is only a test….1991 Blue Ribbon winning worrier Susan Berkson, in conjunction with the broadcasters of Minnesota Public Radio, formulates these simple rules for Fair readiness.
August 26, 1992 - Local chef and writer Brenda Langton and co-author Margaret Stuart discuss their book, The Cafe Brenda Cookbook: Redefining Seafood and Vegetarian Cuisine.
August 27, 1992 - MPR’s John Biewen talks with Gale Frost, Minnesota State Fair museum curator, about the public’s fascination with the State Fair. Frost collects fair artifacts as “markers” of past events.
August 27, 1992 - MPR’s Kitty Eisele interviews Hmong filmmaker Vang Xiong, who examines the loss of Hmong culture and family tradition as individuals try to adjust to living in the United States.
August 28, 1992 - Susan Berkson, resident worrier commentator, shares concerns about installation of a bungee jump ride set up directly ACROSS the street of the MPR booth at the Minnesota State Fair.
August 28, 1992 - On this installment of Voices from the Heartland, Minnesota nature writer Laurie Allmann reads an essay on the North Shore islands.
August 29, 1992 - On this Minnesota State Fair Midday program, MPR’s Gary Eichten interviews Sharon Anderson about dog training. Anderson also answers audience and listener questions.
August 29, 1992 - Pop culture expert and historian Karal Ann Marling provides her positive impressions of Betty Fussell’s The Story of Corn.
August 31, 1992 - MPR’s John Biewen reflects on the repetitive nature of Minnesota State Fair reporting, including the annual stories on food, parking, and where to find the free stuff. Fortunately there is a new ride on the Midway this year.
September 2, 1992 - MPR’s Elizabeth Stawicki reports on the many characters that make up the Minnesota State Fair Talent Show.