Abortion is back on the ballot in South Dakota. We hear from opponents and proponents on how they formed their opinions on abortion. Plus, we get a historical deep dive.

"In the Moment" follows students and teachers back to South Dakota's classrooms. We explore perspectives on local education from journalists, teachers and superintendents.

Our Dakota Political Junkies compare and contrast the messages at the RNC and DNC. We also look ahead at the political frenzy leading up to the presidential election.

South Dakota sensation Mato Wayuhi takes the mic for today's "In the Moment." He's an award-winning musician, producer and composer.You may have heard his sounds on NPR's Tiny Desk Contest or the award-winning Hulu series "Reservation Dogs." Or you may have heard his 2018 live performance in SDPB's studios.He rejoins SDPB's Lori Walsh to celebrate his 2024 album "Stankface Standing Soldier."They discuss how his life and music have changed since 2018. And he dives into topics of grief, identity and how he realized he had an original album within him.Watch Wayuhi's in-studio performances with longtime collaborator Jacob Lemme at our YouTube page.

We bring you the SDPB studio's summer soundtrack. Hear the music and live performances we hosted throughout the season.

The state has a long history of financial scandals. We dive into it with State Auditor Rich Sattgast and with our Dakota Political Junkies.

U.S. Sen. John Thune joins us with an update on the Farm Bill. He discusses the conflicting opinions keeping the bill from essential updates.

Strider Bikes offers balance bikes for new riders and adaptive bikes for riders of all abilities. We learn more about the South Dakota success story — and meet a happy cyclist.

Karl Gehrke, host of Jazz Nightly, and Jim Spiers of the JAS Quintet join us to preview a live jazz event. Plus, we talk to Humbird and hear new tunes with Fresh Tracks.

Our Dakota Political Junkies discuss Merrick Garland's visit to the state and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s South Dakota drug conviction.