May 23, 1987 - On this Sportfolio program, Frank Deford, senior writer for Sports Illustrated, discusses his book, “The World’s Tallest Midget: The Best of Frank Deford,” and various sports topics. Deford also answers listener questions.
May 23, 1987 - On this Weekend program, Kathy Heidel, naturalist for Hennepin Parks, leads a walking tour through Carver Park Reserve, identifying a variety of bird calls, describing wild plant and animal life, including a nesting pair of ospreys.
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May 27, 1987 - MPR’s Gary Eichten talks with Lou Bellamy, artistic director of The Penumbra Theatre, about August Wilson receiving a Pulitzer Prize Award.
May 28, 1987 - A Midday broadcast of playwright Marsha Norman speaking at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis. Norman talks about the role of family in the theater, contrasts American themes with British themes, and talks about her own family relationships.
May 29, 1987 - Alexander Haig, former secretary of state and GOP presidential contender, speaking at Minnesota Meeting. Haig’s address was titled "Challenges for the Future: American Foreign and Domestic Policy." After speech, Haig answered listener questions.
May 29, 1987 - MPR’s Stephen Smith reports on the upcoming arrival of a new round of Hmong refugees to the United States. Smith interviews numerous officials about the Hmong hardships and resettlement.
June 1, 1987 - MPR’s Loren Omoto presents profile on The Beatles “Sergeant Pepper’s Club” album, and it’s influence in the Twin Cities. MPR’s Jim Bickal talks with Rod Eaton, drummer of T.C. Atlantic, who shares how that Beatles album affected the “The Minneapolis Sound” in the late sixties.
June 1, 1987 - MPR’s Tom Meersman reports on Refugee Remembrance Day, where former refugees gathered to participate in community event. The majority were Southeast Asians: Vietnamese, Cambodians, Hmong and Laotians.