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August 11, 1983 - On this Midday program, a conversation with Arne Carlson, Minnesota’s state auditor, who breaks down the process of auditing government entities and comments on the fiscal health of the state. Carlson also answers listener call-in questions.
August 23, 1983 -
September 19, 1983 - MPR’s Pat Kessler reports on Walter Mondale, presidential candidate and former U.S. vice president, speaking to the Minnesota AFL-CIO. Mondale criticizes “Reaganomics,” and states his support for strong unions in the United States.
October 15, 1983 - Conservation expert Dan Flaherty discusses energy conservation for homes and legislation for renters and apartment owners. Topics include energy audits, building standards, and heating systems. Flaherty also answers listener questions.
November 5, 1983 - On this Weekend program, Bill Kling, president of Minnesota Public Radio, discusses recent changes in public broadcasting, both in Minnesota and nationally. Topics include the near bankruptcy of National Public Radio. Kling also answers listener questions.
January 19, 1984 - Michael Marien, futurist and editor of Future Survey, speaking at Itasca Seminar. Marien addresses the interconnection between information, economics and food.
May 28, 1984 - Economist Lester Thurow speaking to a meeting of the Minnesota Project on Corporate Responsibility. Thurow’s address was on the topic "Economics and Education." After speech, Thurow answered audience questions.