September 16, 1983 - James Ulland, Minnesota senate minority leader, discusses the alternatives he favors to state policies pursued by the majority DFL party. His critical view of the state is addressed. Ulland also answers listener questions.
September 14, 1983 - Barbara Matusow, author of "The Evening Stars," talks about the evolution of the television network anchor. Matusow also answers listener questions.
August 18, 1983 - University of Minnesota sociology professor Dr. David Ward answers questions about prison policies in Minnesota and new ideas from Scandinavian countries.
August 13, 1983 - Joseph N. Alexander, the state's longest-serving Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources, discusses various topics involving the DNR, including wolf management plan, oil, gold deposits, and peat harvesting. Alexander also answers listener questions.
August 11, 1983 - On this Midday program, a conversation with Arne Carlson, Minnesota’s state auditor, who breaks down the process of auditing government entities and comments on the fiscal health of the state. Carlson also answers listener call-in questions.
July 30, 1983 - On this Weekend program, Becky Montgomery, sexual assault program coordinator at Rape and Abuse Center in Fargo/Moorhead, discusses the definitions and misconceptions of sexual assault. Montgomery also answers listener questions.
July 16, 1983 - On this Weekend program, Matthew Stark, executive director of the Minnesota Civil Liberties Union, discusses current civil liberties issues. Topics include disenfranchisement, religious organizations, and private schools. Stark also answers listener questions.
July 9, 1983 - Bob Potter hosts author Joe Nathan, with listener participation.
June 25, 1983 - On this Weekend program, Tim Kneeland, outdoor enthusiast, discusses recreational and sporting activities, including hiking, biking and camping. Kneeland also answers listener questions.
June 21, 1983 - MPR’s Bob Potter talks with Byron Paulson, of the National Weather Service, about heavy rainstorms rolling across central part of state.