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Wednesday, April 3, 2019 –Athletes entertain us, certainly. But some transcend that role and use their platforms to influence or protest the political climate. Former NFL quarterback Colin Kapernick famously took a knee during the national anthem and found himself out of a job. Dr. Eric Burin is a history professor at the University of North Dakota and he joined Prairie Pulse host John Harris to discuss a book he edited, “Protesting on Bended Knee Race, Dissent, and Patriotism in 21st Century

Recently retired Baltimore Ravens Special Teams and Assistant Head Coach Jerry Rosburg carved out a career in the NFL as one of the most respected architects of his craft. The art, as well as the athleticism that goes into special teams can change the outcome of a game- Vikings fans can attest to heartbreaking missed game-winning kicks- and the Super Bowl-winning Rosburg will stand among the best special teams coaches in NFL history. The Fairmont, MN native would be the first to credit his

Tuesday, April 2, 2019 – FirstLink assists people to identify, access, and make effective use of community and volunteer resources. And while it’s best known for the 211 hotline, it also provides other services. One example is an upcoming course on Mental Health First Aid. Here to discuss that opportunity, and to tell us more about FirstLink, is Ashley Ladbury Hrichena. ~~~ Parents have many hopes and fears for their children. Health and happiness are near the top of many lists. For Loah Clement

Monday, April 1, 2019 – Debra Gwartney joins us to discuss her new memoir – “I am a Stranger Here Myself.” It entwines her own story with the story of Narcissa Prentiss Whitman, the first European-American missionary to cross the Rocky Mountains, arriving at Fort Walla Walla, Washington in 1836. ~~~ In this week’s Natural North Dakota, biologist Chuck Lura talks about Green Ash trees. ~~~ Today, scientists will officially restart their search for gravitational waves after a year spent making

Friday, March 29, 2019 – We visit with 2019 Bush Fellow Jana Gipp, chief executive officer of the health care facility that serves the Native population within the Standing Rock Nation and surrounding communities. As health disparities persist in the population she serves, and as her rural community faces a shortage of medical professionals, she wants to incorporate innovative ideas and cultural practices to improve Standing Rock’s health care system. ~~~ A Plains Folk essay from NDSU professor

Thursday, March 28, 2019 – It’s a big step for NDSU. The new Challey Institute for Global Innovation and Growth will support up to 15 new faculty positions across several fields involving trade, global innovation and economic growth. Here to discuss the specifics are NDSU business dean Scott Beaulier and NDSU Foundation president John Glover. ~~~ In this week’s Natural North Dakota, biologist Chuck Lura explains how to tell how old a fish is. ~~~ Sue Balcom of the Root Sellers farm near Mandan

It’s no easy task to make a living as a creative person, but those who do have advice. Artist Pasteur Mudende has lived and worked in Rwanda, San Francisco, New York, and now North Dakota. He’s is one of the writers of the Think Global, Act Local column published in Fargo Monthly magazine. He shares an essay, “A Cheat Sheet to Perfect Your Hustle.”

Wednesday, March 27, 2019 – Immigration continues to be a contentious topic. In early April, a conference will feature speakers who have extensively studied the topic. Lutheran Social Services is sponsoring the event. Here with a preview of her comments is presenter Dr. Cari Lee Skogberg Eastman. Also joining us is Shirley Dykshoorn, VP of Humanitarian Services for LSS. ~~~ It’s no easy task to make a living as a creative person, but those who do have advice. Artist Pasteur Mudende has lived and

Time to think spring! Horticulturist Ron Smith is here to get the excitement started for the growing season.

Prairie Public Director of Radio Bill Thomas recently attended the 2019 conference of the North Dakota Council on the Arts. He shares comments from board member Terry Jelsing.