August 28, 1992 - MPR’s Karen Boothe records commentary of various vegetable growers attending the Minnesota State Fair.
August 29, 1992 - On this Minnesota State Fair Midday program, MPR’s Gary Eichten interviews Sharon Anderson about dog training. Anderson also answers audience and listener questions.
August 31, 1992 - MPR’s John Biewen reflects on the repetitive nature of Minnesota State Fair reporting, including the annual stories on food, parking, and where to find the free stuff. Fortunately there is a new ride on the Midway this year.
August 31, 1992 - All Thing’s Considered’s Gary Eichten interviews Lung Association representative about young women smokers. Interviewee notes smoking used as an unhealthy weight-loss tool.
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September 2, 1992 - MPR’s Elizabeth Stawicki reports on the many characters that make up the Minnesota State Fair Talent Show.
September 2, 1992 - MPR’s Paula Schroeder walks DNR wetlands exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair. Schroeder speaks with a DNR official about the history and importance of wetlands.
September 2, 1992 - MPR’s Paula Schroeder talks with Lee Pao Xiong, executive director of Hmong American Partnership, about Hmong youth in Minnesota. Xiong describes gender and family dynamics within Hmong community and language struggles of young Hmong students in Minnesota education system.
September 2, 1992 - On this special Midday program, MPR’s Bob Potter interviews U.S. Senators Paul Wellstone and Dave Durenberger. Wellstone and Durenberger also answer fairgoer and call-in questions.
September 3, 1992 - On this special Midday program from the Minnesota State Fair, MPR’s Beth Friend presents a collection song, storytelling and controversial art.