In The Moment ... June 19, 2020 Show 842 Hour 1 Each week, we bring you Poetry from Studio 47 with Patrick Hicks. Here's today's episode.

In The Moment … June 18, 2020 Show 841 Hour 1 The killing of George Floyd by a now-fired Minneapolis police officer was captured on video by citizens. That video has been shocking and difficult to watch for many police officers across the nation, even as many people of color found the scenario all too familiar. Rapid City Police Chief Karl Jegeris is leaving his office during a tumultuous cultural moment. SDPB's Kevin Woster wanted to know what Jegeris thought of the video, of new calls for

In The Moment … June 18, 2020 Show 841 Hour 1 On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers, led by General Gordan Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, to proclaim that slaves were now free human beings with the right to determine the circumstances of their own lives. Juneteenth is a nationwide observance as we recognize the end of slavery and examine the legacy of racism and enslavement in our daily lives. Locally, events recognizing Juneteenth have moved online this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In The Moment … June 17, 2020 Show 840 Hour 1 For more on the challenges of welcoming a new baby into your family during the pandemic, we welcome Karla Salem, CSW-PIP, to the program. She is a behavioral health expert with the Sanford Women's Plaza. Find us on: Apple , Spotify , and Google Play

In The Moment … June 17, 2020 Show 840 Hour 1 In 1949, the first South Dakota State High School Rodeo Finals were held in New Underwood. The past 13 years, the event has been in Belle Fourche but this year it moves to Fort Pierre. Dale Christensen is the voice of rodeo for SDPB and joins us now from the grounds in Fort Pierre. Find us on: Apple , Spotify , and Google Play

In The Moment … June 17, 2020 Show 840 Hour 1 The South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Department is inviting citizen scientists to participate in the 2020 BioBlitz. It's an opportunity to get outside and document the diversity of species in South Dakota. Kelly Ford is an education program assistant for the department. Find us on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play

In The Moment … June 17, 2020 Show 840 Hour 2 "South Dakota Home Garden" is a project that brings you tips when it comes to gardening and planting. Videos and gardening tips can be found by going to sdpb.org/living . Today we talk vines with Erik Helland. He's is owner and president of Landscape Garden Centers. Find us on: Apple , Spotify , and Google Play

In The Moment … June 17, 2020 Show 840 Hour 2 On Monday, the United States Supreme Court ruled that Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act applies to gay and transgender workers. It's a landmark case with nationwide implications. Mike Thompson, JD, is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of Sioux Falls. He joins us with insight into the significance of the decision. Find us on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play

In The Moment … June 17, 2020 Show 840 Hour 2 Governor Kristi Noem has been lauded by conservative-leaning media recently for her handling of the Covid-19 pandemic in South Dakota. At the same time, the governor has been outspoken about her treatment in nationwide media. Meanwhile, Sioux Falls and Minnehaha County law enforcement leaders addressed public concerns about policing this morning. How is the conversation progressing in our state? Let's bring our Dakota Political Junkies together.

In The Moment … June 16, 2020 Show 839 Hour 2 As with everything these days, it seems we have to find ways of doing things more safely. Traveling this summer is no exception and if you should choose to do so, there are steps you can take to make that journey safer. Dr. Leah Prestbo is an internal medicine physician with Avera and she joins us to discuss those steps. Find us on: Apple , Spotify , and Google Play H ealth reporting on SDPB is supported by Monument Health of Rapid City