October 5, 1992 - MPR’s Liz Hannon interviews Lynne Rossetto Kasper, author of The Splendid Table. Topics include the importance of regional cuisine, origin of balsamic vinegar, and Italian food. Segment concludes with a selection of tastings.
October 6, 1992 - All Things Considered presents part one of an interview with Nadine Gordimer, South African writer, activist, and Nobel Prize winner. Gordimer discusses her activities as a Nobel Prize recipient and the political and social changes taking place in South Africa.
October 7, 1992 - Worldview presents part two of an interview with Nadine Gordimer, South African writer, activist, and Nobel Prize winner. Gordimer discusses her activities as a Nobel Prize recipient and the political and social changes taking place in South Africa.
October 7, 1992 - MPR’s Liz Hannon sits down with actors Claudia Wilkens and Barbara Kingsley about their work in the Jungle Theater play, Gertrude Stein and a Companion.
October 8, 1992 - Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson visits Midday program for the first time. Carlson discusses the state budget struggles, taxes, statewide response to crime issues/gangs, and education, amongst other topics. Carlson also answers listener questions.
October 8, 1992 - MPR’s Kitty Eisele reports on announcement of poet Derek Walcott as winner of Nobel Prize for Literature. Segment includes brief interview with Walcott.
October 9, 1992 - A Midmorning conversation with Joe Minjares, playwright and actor in King of the Kosher Grocers, a story of friendship among three men of different backgrounds set within a North Minneapolis grocer.
October 10, 1992 - MPR’s John Merli presents a profile of American novelist and short story writer N. Scott Momaday. The report highlights his writing and Native American background.
October 10, 1992 - MPR’ Chris Roberts interviews sisters Lisa Mayo, Gloria Miguel and Muriel Miguel about "Power Pipes" by Spiderwoman Theater at Walker Art Center. The three also discuss Native American experience growing up in Brooklyn, NY.
October 12, 1992 - MPR’s Leif Enger visits Nett Lake, where the Bois Forte Medical and Dental Clinic continues to grow and offer treatment to local residents. Enger interviews both staff and patients.