September 24, 1981 - MPR’s Dick Daly reports on seminar looking at possible use of the vast peat moss found on Minnesota lands as a energy source. Daly interviews local political figures about the logistics.
July 23, 1992 - An interview on the test installation of kiosks around the state where customers can purchase tickets for Minnesota Twins ballgames.
January 2, 1993 - On this Midday program, MPR’s Jim Wishner chats with University of Minnesota futurist Arthur Harkins about discuss trends for the mid-to-late 1990s...and beyond. Harkins also answers listener questions.
July 22, 1995 - On this weekend Midday program, host Mark Zdechlik talks with futurist Arthur Harkins about what could potentially be ahead for mankind in the 21st century. Harkins gives examples and answers listener questions.
August 30, 1995 - On this special Midday live broadcast at the Minnesota State Fair, Host Gary Eichten talks with a NASA shuttle astronaut and University of Minnesota astronomy professor about the latest in space exploration and shuttle missions.
October 13, 1995 - Dean Abrahamson, professor at the University of Minnesota’s Humphrey Institute, comments on Joseph Rotblat being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Rotblat has been a leading critic of nuclear weaponry and argues that scientists should tale responsibility of their inventions.
January 24, 1996 - On this Midday program, guest Jack Gillis discusses the design, performance, safety features of new cars, and the best strategies for purchasing them. Gillis also answers listeners questions.
April 12, 1996 - Midday presents "Renewing the Social Contract,” a special three-hour program that looks at the issue of economic insecurity across the country as society moves into the information age.
May 2, 1996 - Midday presents Scott Cook, the Founder and Chairman of Intuit, speaking at Minnesota Meeting held at Hilton in downtown Minneapolis. Cook’s address was titled "Buying and Selling in Cyberspace: The Future of Electronic Commerce and Financial Services in the Information Age." After speech, Cook answers audience questions.
July 1, 1996 - Imation, a data corporation, is starting a new life as an independent company in Oakdale. MPR’s Gary Eicthen interviews Dennis Farmer, vice president for Marketing at Imation about the organization and its future.