September 24, 2009 - The number of Hmong women pursuing college is growing in Minnesota. But a college education can be hard won in families that traditionally encourage daughters to marry young and raise families. Kao Choua Vue of MPR Youth Radio Series shares her story and reports on what's driving young Hmong women like her to pursue their college dreams.
October 2, 2009 - MPR’s Chris Roberts talks with Grant Cutler and Maggie Morrison, the duo that make up the Minneapolis synth-pop duo Lookbook. The two share thoughts on creating an ‘80s sound and their love for Phil Collins.
October 12, 2009 - MPR’s Chris Roberts profiles August Wilson’s last play Radio Golf. Roberts talks with Lou Bellamy and Quentin Skinner about the play.
October 21, 2009 - MPR’s Mark Steil visits potter Pete Landherr as he oversees his kiln firing near Walnut Grove.
October 27, 2009 - Garrison Keillor talks about life, literature, and his latest book, Pilgrims: A Wobegon Romance.
October 27, 2009 - Garrison Keillor talks about life, literature, and his latest book, Pilgrims: A Wobegon Romance.
October 28, 2009 - Selections from high school and college-age reporters, from MPR's Youth Radio Project. MPR's Youth Radio Series pairs high school and college-age reporters from diverse backgrounds with an experienced MPR producer to create compelling stories for MPR News. Presented by the series producer, Sasha Aslanian.
October 29, 2009 - On this episode of the Grammar Grater podcast, we look at interesting words having to do with Halloween. We're joined by MPR News arts reporter and Scotsman, Euan Kerr.
October 30, 2009 - MPR’s Michael Barone reflects on the musical importance of local organist and composer Paul Otto Manz, who passed away on Ocotober 28th, 2009. Manz’s organ arrangements and hymn improvisations are favorites among choir directors, organists and churchgoers.
October 30, 2009 - The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board announced this week it's closing its largest community center for repairs. The move has stirred up concerns in the diverse Phillips neighborhood, just south of downtown. Rupa Shenoy reports residents are worried about what this could mean for the future of the Phillips Pool and Gym community center.