June 21, 1994 - MPR’s John Biewen and Kate Cavett, both producers of the documentary O Freedom Over Me, discuss excerpts, interviews, and outtakes that did not make it into final production. The documentary focused on the 30-year anniversary of Freedom Summer.
June 22, 1994 - Midday begins a news series that invites Minnesota political candidates to the MPR studios for a closer hour-long look at individual campaigns. Series starts with guest Tony Bouza, who is running for the Governor’s office. Bouza answers listener questions and discusses his platform and views.
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June 27, 1994 - MPR’s John Rabe talks with Toni McNaron, author and University of Minnesota professor, about the next challenges in gay and lesbian community after recent successes. McNaron also shares her thoughts on overcoming prejudice, building inclusion, and creating change that allows for lesbian and gay people feeling that they can come out.
June 27, 1994 - U.S. Senator Dave Durenberger, member of the Senate Finance Committee, discusses the work at the U.S. Capitol to put together a health care reform bill.
July 1, 1994 - MPR’s Euan Kerr profiles musician Steve Tibbetts. Kerr tours Tibbetts studio, followed by interview in which Tibbetts talks about the building’s contents, travel recordings, and his own compositions.
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July 1, 1994 - A Midday interview with Jim Ulland, Minnesota state commerce commissioner, shares his thoughts on Walter Mondale being U.S. Ambassador to Japan. Ulland sees Secretary of State as a much better role for Mondale.
July 6, 1994 - MPR’s Robin Gehl comments on the struggling bullpen and bats of Minnesota Twins, as the team falls nine games back from the leader in American League Central.
July 6, 1994 - On the 140th anniversary of Republican Party, Midday’s Gary Eichten chats with professor George H. Miller about the formation of the party in Ripon, Wisconsin.