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Wednesday, May 22, 2019 – Paul Starr is a Pulitzer Prize winner for general nonfiction, a professor of sociology and public affairs at Princeton, and cofounder of The American Prospect magazine. He joins us to discuss his latest book, “Entrenchment, Wealth, Power and the Constitution of Democratic Societies.” ~~~ Bruce Berg shares an essay, Writing in the Throb. ~~~ Natalie Sparrow has tackled the interesting challenge of starting a talent agency in North Dakota. It’s called Ultimate Image, and

Tuesday, May 21, 2019 – Naturopathic doctor Alli Svobodny joins us for a discussion of seasonal allergies. ~~~ A Plains Folk essay from Tom Isern: “Still.” ~~~ A Natural ND essay from Chuck Lura about “Custer Mine.” ~~~ US Senator John Hoeven calls in to visit with us about tariffs, farm prices, and the concerns for North Dakota.

Monday, May 27, 2019 – Rapidly disappearing bison in the late 1800s prompted progressive thinkers to call for the preservation of wild lands and wildlife. Documenting that story is a new book released today titled “Theodore Roosevelt & Bison Restoration on the Great Plains.” Joining us is one of the authors, retired National Park Service retired Wildlife Conservation Society director Keith Aune. ~~~ From the Prairie Pulse television show, host John Harris talks with Frank Larson, the

Friday, May 17, 2019 – It’s time for our summer movie preview show with Prairie Public’s movie critic Matt Olien and special guests Brittney Goodman and Tony Tilton. ~~~ Dave Thompson has this week’s discussion of the latest headlines.

Thursday, May 16, 2019 – “Basketball, Water and the Lost City of Elbowoods” is a new documentary from Prairie Public debuting this Sunday on radio at 5pm Central, and Monday on TV at 8. The 1942 Elbowoods High School basketball team made it to the North Dakota State Class B championship game, but they lost in a bizarre twist that resulted in a 60-year effort to right a wrong. The documentary relives the excitement of that basketball team and the title game controversy, leading up to the fate of

Wednesday, May 15, 2019 – Horticulturist Ron Smith is here to take your calls and emails. He’ll share advice on weed control in lawns, turfgrass establishment, planting winter tolerant plants, setting vegetable and flower transplants, sowing vegetable seed for beans and corn. It’s that time of year! Send in your questions to [email protected] . ~~~ Part two of Harvest Public Media’s report on farm workers exposed to the chemicals on the job. Amy Mayer reports.

Tuesday, May 14, 2019 – Greg Schwem is a stand-up comedian and syndicated columnist for the Chicago Tribune. He’s performed across the US and in five foreign countries. His travels inspired him to start a web series, A Comedian Crashes Your Pad, where he interviews his AirBnb hosts. He’ll be speaking at a corporate event in Fargo on May 16. ~~~ In the first of three stories about pesticide use and safety, Harvest Public Media’s Amy Mayer explores the risks for field workers. ~~~ Tom Isern shares

Monday, May 13, 2019 – Joe Wiegand is a Theodore Roosevelt repriser, and he joins us for a discussion of his interesting career and a preview the summer tourist season in Medora where he regularly performs. ~~~ Three presenters recently spoke at First Fridays at B about gardening. Don Kinsler shares some tips for boosting vegetable production. Jeffery Miller with the Cass County Soil Conservation District explains the benefits of a fabric garden. Nola Storm shares stories from the Growing

Thursday, May 9, 2019 – Jack Russell Weinstein joins us to preview Sunday’s “WHY? Philosophical Discussions About Everyday Life.” This month he visits with Corey Doctorow a Canadian-British blogger, journalist, and science fiction. Their topic is titled, “What Does it Mean to Keep the Internet Free?” ~~~ Chuck Lura shares a Natural North Dakota essay, “Horsetails and Scouring Rushes.” ~~~ Sue Balcom joins us for “Main Street Eats.” Today’s topic is gifts for Mothers Day. ~~~ Doug and Ashley have

Wednesday, May 8, 2019 – Antiques Roadshow is coming to Bonanzaville in West Fargo this summer. Here to explain how you can get involved is Marsha Bemko, the show’s executive producer. ~~~ We reair a conversation from 2015 with Mark Harvey, professor of history at NDSU about a presentation called “Growing Up in the Wilderness: The Murie Brothers of Moorhead.” It’s the story of two brothers growing up at the turn of the 20 th Century who would go on to champion wilderness preservation.