Art Beat

Today on Art Beat, we talk with Jake Griggs about the debute of his poetry book "A Midwestern Introverts Atlas: Poems." Jake Griggs  shares his experiences, his writing journey and encourages writers of all ages to take their first steps into pursuring their goals. 

I’m Kristine Osorio inviting you to join me as we dive into the world of "A Midwesterns Introverts Atlas." with Jake Griggs on Art Beat. 

Original airdate: 03/24/26

Art Beat is written and produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat, we get a chance to talk with actors Tara Flanagan and Benjamin Boucvalt about the magic and hardwork of preforming on stage this year at the Great River Shakespeare Festival. The festival's 2026 season features two classic plays, "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" and "Pericles: Prince of tyre" and will be held at The ARC. We'll get to look at the experiences of being in a new location and theater magic. 

 I’m [ Kristine Osorio] inviting you to join me as we talk all things Great River Shakespeare Festival with talented actors [ Tara Flanagan and Benjamin Boucvalt ] on Art Beat. 

Original airdate: 7/21/26

Art Beat is written and produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat, we get a chance to talk with actors Tara Flanagan and Benjamin Boucvalt about the magic and hardwork of preforming on stage this year at the Great River Shakespeare Festival. The festival's 2026 season features two classic plays, "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" and "Pericles: Prince of tyre" and will be held at The ARC. We'll get to look at the experiences of being in a new location and theater magic. 

 I’m [ Kristine Osorio] inviting you to join me as we talk all things Great River Shakespeare Festival with talented actors [ Tara Flanagan and Benjamin Boucvalt ] on Art Beat. 

Original airdate: 7/14/26

Art Beat is written and produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Symphony on Wheels with Erik Rohde
Original air date: 3/10/26

Art Beat is produced on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Frozen River Film Fest presents Riding the La Crosse Omnium.
Original air date: 3/17/26 

Art Beat is produced on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat, we're going behind the scenes of Winona's Frozen River Film Festival to take a look into one of the festival's feature films called, Ripple Effects. The film Ripple Effects discusses the importance of clean water in Minnesota's communities. Water Over Nickle is an initiative by the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe and allied organizations to protect Minnesota's natural water resources for generations to come. 

 I’m [ Kristine Osorio] inviting you to join me as we dive into the depths of Ripple Effects with the commissioner of natural resources [ Kelly Applegate ] on Art Beat. 

Original airdate: 03/24/26

Art Beat is written and produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat, we speak with Frozen River Film Festival jury member, Winona State University professor, and film maker, Kay Hannahan. The Frozen River Film Festival is one of Winona’s biggest festivals, inviting many talented filmmakers to present unique films the Winona County Area. Local and even film makers from all over the world participate in this event to bring you film experiences that inspire curiosity and connection! I’m Kenneth Goroztieta bringing you Kay Hannahan from the Frozen River Film Festival, today on Art Beat.
Original air date: 4/07/26 
Art Beat is written and produced by KQAL on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat, we're going behind the scenes of Winona's Frozen River Film Festival to take a look into one of the festival's feature films called, "Show Me!". "Show Me!" is a film about the importance of art and art education, focusing in on Southeast, MN. The film showcases several theaters, art organizations, and community groups, painting the importance of art in rural communities. Paper Cat Films is the organization behind "Show Me!", and today, we'll be talking with the brains behind the screen, Kris Hipps. I'm Annika Bakkum-Ekern saying let's dive into all things Frozen River, today on Art Beat.

Original airdate: 02/24/26

Art Beat is written and produced by KQAL FM on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat we’re bringing it back! Well, we aren’t bringing it back, they are, we are just airing it again, I mean, we recorded it and we are now airing it but really they brought it back… oh, what’s that? Who? Is Bringing what back? Oh! Well, it’s the Theatre du Mississippi Christmas Radio Show! That’s what! And they are bringing it back with plenty of mystery involving local sleuth Sam Shovel, in Twelve Days of Chaos! A play written by Jane and Jim Jeffries and directed by Michael Opiola. 

The story centers around hard boiled, and Grinch-ish detective Sam Shovel as she unravels the mystery behind a string of Christmas vandalism in a fictitious Winona of the 1930s. So, gather ‘round the radio like the days of old as a cast of crazy characters lead us through a comedic Christmas caper in Theatre du Mississippi’s presentation of Sam Shovel, Private Eye, Twelve Days of Chaos! Today on Art Beat.

Original air date: 12/25/25

Art Beat is produced on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Today on Art Beat we’re bringing it back! Well, we aren’t bringing it back, they are, we are just airing it again, I mean, we recorded it and we are now airing it but really they brought it back… oh, what’s that? Who? Is Bringing what back? Oh! Well, it’s the Theatre du Mississippi Christmas Radio Show! That’s what! And they are bringing it back with plenty of mystery involving local sleuth Sam Shovel, in Twelve Days of Chaos! A play written by Jane and Jim Jeffries and directed by Michael Opiola. 

The story centers around hard boiled, and Grinch-ish detective Sam Shovel as she unravels the mystery behind a string of Christmas vandalism in a fictitious Winona of the 1930s. So, gather ‘round the radio like the days of old as a cast of crazy characters lead us through a comedic Christmas caper in Theatre du Mississippi’s presentation of Sam Shovel, Private Eye, Twelve Days of Chaos! Today on Art Beat.

Original air date: 12/23/25

Art Beat is produced on the campus of Winona State University and is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.