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Friday, May 9 - Governor Hoeven has declared May 2008 "Drug Court Month." We visit with John Grinsteiner, drug court judge; Steve Conmy treatment provider; and Perry Lau, law enforcement officer. ~~~ It's the great juneberry search! NDSU plant researchers want your help as they look for particularly good juneberry plants. We'll find out what they're up to from Joe Zeleznic, NDSU Extension Service forester. Reach him at 701-231-8143. ~~~ Matt Olien takes us to the Movies. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II.

Thursday, May 8 - Meet writer Mike Thompson, author of "Curse of Al Capone's Gold," a novel set in his hometown of Bismarck. Mike's back in town from his ranch in Texas for a book signing. ~~~ Kristine Paranica is director of the UND Conflict Resolution Center. We'll learn what the center is all about and hear about plans for a conference celebrating their 20th Year. ~~~ Merrill has What's Happening this weekend.

Wednesday, May 7 - Robert Egger is president of DC Central Kitchen, which provides unemployed men and women the opportunity to learn marketable culinary skills as donated food is turned into balanced meals. We'll hear that story as we preview his visit to North Dakota for annual convention of the North Dakota Association of Nonprofit Organizations. See ndano.org. ~~~ Camp Release (July 18-20) helps children 9-19 cope with grief. Here to tell us about it are Eileen Lisko and Jodi Grugel of the Jamestown Area Grief Support Team. For a brochure, call 701-251-1280 or 701-952-9358. ~~~ Katherine Satrom has travel news.

Tuesday, May 6 - With government economic stimulation checks soon to arrive, many people are likely eyeing High-Definition TVs. What should you look for in a TV? And what does the conversion to digital mean for viewers? And there's now digital radio, too. Joining us to answer listener questions are John Peterson of the Prairie Public engineering staff, and Scott Tally, HDTV expert from Site on Sound. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II.

Monday, May 5 - Terry Shoptaugh of Minnesota State University, Moorhead has written "You Have Been Kind Enough to Assist Me," the story of North Dakota clothier Herman Stern's rescue of German Jews from the impending Holocaust. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column.

Friday, May 2 - Merrill is on location at the North Dakota Historic Preservation Conference from the International Peace Garden. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II.

Thursday, May 1 - Merrill visits with International Peace Garden CEO Doug Hevenor to get a preview of this summer's tourist season. ~~~ Also coming to the Peace Garden is the International Music Camp. We check in with Dr. Timothy Wollenzien, Camp Director. ~~~ Merrill has What's Happening this weekend.

Wednesday, April 30 - Bob Wagoner, manager of the North Dakota State Fair, is John Harris' guest on this excerpt from the Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ Rick Collin briefs us on the Sensational Sunday events coming up in May. ~~~ Matt Olien stops by early this week for a look at the movies.

Tuesday, April 29 - Phillip Johnston is looking for fellow submariners in North Dakota. We'll hear about the "North Dakota Robalo Base," and hear some of Phillip's stories from his years in the "Silent Service." ~~~ Pastor Karin Moberg, Chaplin for Hospice of the Red River Valleyi, stops by to share the story of Loren Lindstrom, whose dying wish was that his lyrics for "The Mosquito Song" be played on the radio. ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has The Buzz from the Twin Cities.

Monday, April 28 - Call in with your lawn and garden question. Ron Smith, NDSU Extension horticulturist is our guest. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II.

Friday, April 25 - NO ARCHIVE AVAILABLE Our monthly editors' roundtable discussion of headlines in the news. ~~~ Matt Olien drops by to talk movies. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II

Thursday, April 24 - NDSU alum Steven H. Murdock is director of the U.S. Census Bureau in Washington, DC. He's retuning to his alma mater as part of the Distinguished Alumni Program. ~~~ John Harris interviews Carol Olson, ND Department of Human Services director in this week's excerpt from the Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ Merrill has What's Happening this weekend.

Wednesday, April 23 - Are migratory songbirds canaries in the mine? Our guest is Dr. Bridget J. Stutchbury of York University in Toronto. She's presenting at NDSU tonight as part of Earth Week. ~~~ Lynn Jaworski has What's Up In Winnipeg.

Tuesday, April 22 - Tragic headlines in North Dakota have heightened awareness of the problem of sexual assaults. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and today we'll hear about the many efforts underway to address the problem. Joining us from the ND Council on Abused Women's Services and Coalition Against Sexual Assault are Jessica McSparron Bien, Sexual Assault Policy & Program Coordinator, and Kelly Moe Litke, Community Response & Prevention Specialist. Also joining us is Greg Diehl, director of Rape and Abuse Crisis Center in Fargo.293-7273, 800-344-7273. National hotline, 800-656-HOPE. ~~~ Invited: We also hear about a student organized effort, Dru's Dive, from Shelle Michaels. shellemichaels@msn.com.

Monday, April 21 - Merrill is on location for the UND Sustainability Conference. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column, Fox and Geese. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II.

Friday, April 18 - Dale Herman, NDSU horticulture professor, stops in to discuss the new book, "Trees and Shrubs for Northern Great Plains Landscapes." It's out special thank you gift today during Hear It Now when you renew or become a member of Prairie Public. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II.

Thursday, April 17 - Merrill stops by the Plains Art Museum to see the new exhibit, "Rodin: A Magnificent Obsession." It's an exhibit that comes with an interesting controversy over what constitutes fake, or reproduction, art. ~~~ Merrill has What's Happening this weekend.

Wednesday, April 16 - Well-known TV news man Bill Kurtis is also a cattle rancher. He's written the Prairie Table Cookbook, which is our special thank you gift when you call in to become a member of Prairie Public during Hear It Now. Bill will explain why old-style prairie cooking may be making a modern day return. ~~~ Katherine Satrom joins us with a special guest. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II.

Tuesday, April 15 - Bruce Arntson is an area native and creator of the Doyle and Debbie show, which he's bringing home from Nashville for a performance this Saturday night at the Fargo Theatre. ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has The Buzz from the Twin Cities.

Monday, April 14 - A free subscription to E/The Environmental Magazine is available during our membership drive. Editor Jim Motavalli joins us to discuss the latest issue. He'll also tell us about his new book, "Naked in the Woods," a true story.

Friday, April 11 - He's a world-class trombone soloist, a heralded bandleader, and a Grammy-nominated arranger. John Fedchock performs Saturday night in Fargo with the Jazz Arts Big Band. ~~~ Dave Thompson drops in to discuss the news of the week, and it's off to the movies with Matt Olien.

Thursday, April 10 - NDSU is presenting the story of Floyd Collins, a cave explorer trapped nearly 200 feet beneath the earth's surface at the Sand Cave in Kentucky in 1925. The story became a movie in 1951 starring Kirk Douglas. Another film is set for release next year starring Billy Bob Thornton. The bluegrass musical version being presented by NDSU features an elaborate set for the underground cave. Merrill stops by to chat with visiting set designer Michael Desper, and director Pamela Chabora. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II. ~~~ Writer Deb Marquart is John Harris' guest on this week's Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, April 9 - NDSU Extension horticulturist Ron Smith warms us up for the planting season by taking your lawn and garden questions. ~~~ Lynn Jaworski has What's Up on Winnipeg.

Tuesday, April 8 - "Curing What Ails Us" with Prairie Business Magazine editor Rick Killion. Also joining us today are Mike Unhjem, president and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, and Susan Fuglie, executive director, Hospice of the Red River Valley. ~~~ Interested in genealogy? The Bismarck-Mandan Historical and Genealogical Society is holding its 2008 workshop this weekend. We'll hear the details from Marcia Hansen, co-chair of the Workshop Steering Committee.

Monday, April 7 - Writer Will Weaver is a featured speaker at this week's ArtsQuest at Bismarck State College. He'll discuss how one of his short stories become the award-winning independent film, "Sweet Land." Also joining us is BSC visual arts instructor Barb Jirges, chair of the ArtsQuest Committee. ~~~ News director Dave Thompson stops in to review the state Democratic Convention. ~~~ The prairie is dotted with unique and picturesque churches, many of which are in danger of being lost forever. Prairie Public Broadcasting's newest documentary, PRAIRIE CHURCHES, looks at some of these priceless buildings. We get a preview from producer Kim Stenehjem. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column.

Friday, April 4 - Dr. Tey Diana Rebolledo has been writing about Chican / Latina identity, literature, discrimination and feminism for more than two decades. She's the keynote speaker at the Red River International Conference on World Literature, which gets underway today at NDSU. Also joining us is Carol Pearson, NDSU professor of modern languages. ~~~ Dave Thompson stops in with a look at the news of the week. ~~~ Matt Olien reviews "The Bucket List."

Thursday, April 3 - As the tax filing deadline looms, we get an update from North Dakota tax commissioner Cory Fong and tax auditor Joseph Becker. ~~~ Karen Ehrens joins us with more "In Season" ideas for eating fresh, local food. ~~~ Merrill has What's Happening this weekend.

Wednesday, April 2 - North Dakota native Chris Coste has written "The 33-Year-Old Rookie, How I Finally Made It to the Big Leagues After 11 Years in the Minors. ~~~ Katherine Satrom has travel news.

Tuesday, April 1 - It's a plan for keeping more young people in the state. It's Operation Intern, a program offering employers incentives to hire college interns. Our guests are Larry Anderson, state talent coordinator; and Kayla Effertz, career promotions specialist and manager of Operation Intern. ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has The Buzz from the Twin Cities. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II. ~~~ An abbreviated Hear It Now is followed by a Capitol Steps April Fools Day special.

Monday, March 31 - Our Editors' Roundtable review of the month's news will include the weekend's Republican convention in North Dakota. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column.

Friday, March 28 - We offer an excerpt from the Prairie Pulse television show, as Governor John Hoeven visits with host John Harris. ~~~ Dave Thompson stops in for a look at recent headlines. ~~~ Matt Olien has this week's movie review. ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II.

Thursday, March 27 - We're on location for the North Dakota Rural and Public Health Conference. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, March 26 - We're on location for the UND Writers Conference. ~~~ Lynn Jaworski has "What's Up in Winnipeg."

Tuesday, March 25 - Dr. George Bibel of UND is the author of "Beyond the Black Box, The Forensics of Airplane Crashes," and he's at work on a book about train wrecks. His blog is beyondtheblackbox.com. ~~~ Marilyn Snyder stops by to preview the Sensational Sundays in April. ~~~ NDSU historian Tom Isern has his latest Plains Folk column.

Monday, March 24 - Explorer Art Mortvedt is back in his home state of North Dakota. We'll hear about his latest adventure in Antarctica. ~~~ Bruce Berg: "Somehow it Works" ~~~ Another segment of Growing Up German Russian II. ~~~ Evan Nelson, who's in the masters program in English at UND, shares an essay on Russell Banks, one of the featured writers at this week's writer's conference in Grand Forks.

Friday, March 21 - Jill Haakenson of the Natural Resources Conservation District office in Devils Lake is John Harris' guest on this excerpt of the Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ News director Dave Thompson drop by to discuss the week's news. ~~~ And we're off to the movies with Matt Olien.

Thursday, March 20 -Concordia College English professor W. Scott Olsen has written "Hard Air, Adventures from the Edge of Flying." It's a collection of true stories from people who take to the air under extreme conditions. Also joining us is one of the people featured in the book, Meritcare pilot Dan Ehlen. ~~~ Speaking of writing, we share an essay on one of the featured writers at this year's writers conference at UND. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, March 19 - A four-hour documentary coming to PBS sounds the alarm over glaring socio-economic and racial inequities in health. We'll discuss the problems with Abby Gold, assistant professor of community health at MSUM; and Sherri Paxon, North Dakota Department of Health. ~~~ A preview of the first-ever Governor Arthur A. Link Fiddle Contest. We visit with organizers Dr. Herbert Wilson and Lynn Clancy. ~~~ Katherine Satrom has travel news.

Tuesday, March 18 - James Howard Kunstler imagines a world after oil, climate change and other converging catastrophes in his new novel, "World Made By Hand." It's a fictional expression of his earlier non-fiction work, "The Long Emergency." ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has "The Buzz" from the Twin Cities. ~~~ An essay on one of the featured writers at this year's writers conference at UND.

Monday, March 17 - Today is St. Patrick's Day, and we welcome back Gearoid O'hAllmhurain, Irish historian, musician and anthropologist at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He'll tell us the story behind this holiday celebrated by the Irish worldwide. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column, "Every One a Green Head."

Friday, March 14 - Jazz pianist Mulgrew Miller is director of Jazz Studies at William Paterson University. He's performing in North Dakota on Saturday with the Jazz Arts Big Band. ~~~ Dave Thompson drops in to discuss the news of the week, and it's off to the movies with Matt Olien.

Thursday, March 13 - Our show kicks off with a brief history of the Powwow from guest Prairie Rose. She'll also preview the upcoming Woodland & High Plains Tradition Powwow coming up this weekend at Concordia College. ~~~ Then Ron Walters, Resource Development Director for Sitting Bull College, tells us about the American Indian Higher Education Consortium Conference, a gathering of tribal colleges from around the nation coming to Bismarck.

Wednesday, March 12 - Sally Fallon joins us to talk about buying food locally, and to explain some of the changing trends in dietary advice. She's president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, and she'll be speaking in Minot later this month. Call 701-448-9210 in Minot for more information on the seminar. And here is a link to the Farm to Consumer Legal Defense Fund: (FTCLDF) ~~~ Lynn Jaworski has What's Up in Winnipeg.

Tuesday, March 11 - Rick Killion, editor of Prairie Business Magazine, stops by for a discussion of this month's cover story: "Seeds of Success, glory years in agriculture." ~~~ Commentary from Bob LaFleur.

Monday, March 10 - Imagine a 52-year-old woman in 1699 traveling to the new world on a solo scientific expedition. As part of Woman's History Month, we'll hear that astonishing story as documented in the book "Chrysalis," by our guest, Kim Todd. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column.

Friday, March 7 - All North Dakota all the time ... that's the thrust of the North Dakota Branded Beef store in Bismarck. All this month they're holding an open house to promote North Dakota products. Juanita Braun will tell us the story of how they grew from producer to retailer. ~~~ Dave Thompson takes a look at recent headlines. ~~~ And Matt Olien takes us to the movies.

Thursday, March 6 - Meet jazz vocalist Carmen Bradford, who was featured by the legendary Count Basie Orchestra for nine years. She's coming to North Dakota as the Jazz Arts Group presents "Springin' for Jazz." ~~~ NDSU professor and Antarctic researcher Alan Ashworth is John Harris' guest on an excerpt from the Prairie Pulse Television show. ~~~ Merrill has What's Happening this weekend.

Wednesday, March 5 - Stuart McLean, star of Vinyl Cafe, visits with Bill Thomas, director of radio. The Vinyl Cafe will be doing shows in Manitoba and North Dakota this month! ~~~ A look at yesterday's primaries. News director Dave Thompson visits with Dr. Nicholas Bauroth, assistant professor of political science at NDSU, and Jim Danielson, professor emeritus of political science at Minnesota State University, Moorhead. ~~~ Katherine Satrom has travel news.

Tuesday, March 4 - Merrill is on location at the North Dakota Winter Show in Valley City.

Monday, March 3 - March is Women's History Month, and Dickinson State University will kick off it's annual "Women's Voices" celebration by featuring our guest, writer Terry Tempest Williams. ~~~ NDSU historian Tom Isern has his latest Plains Folk column. ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has The Buzz from the Twin Cities.

Friday, February 29 - Our monthly editors' roundtable reviews the news of February. Our guests are newsmen Dave Thompson, Mike Jacobs and Jack Zaleski. ~~~ Matt Olien has this week's movie review. SORRY, NO ACHIVE AVAILABLE.

Thursday, February 28 - Peace Corps volunteer and North Dakota native Christopher Dopson has quite a story to tell about his work in Lesotho. ~~~ Ron Vossler, German/Russian storyteller, is John Harris' guest on this week's Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, February 27 - The Fargo Film Festival is about to get underway. Filmmaker Kak Lee joins us with his story of coming to America, and he'll tell us about the short film accepted for the festival that he and Mike Stromenger produced. ~~~ Fargo Theatre executive director Margie Bailly then stops by to fill us in on the rest of the action at this year's festival. And she's joined by another filmmaker, Chris Strompolis, who has a very interesting story about his entry in the festival. ~~~ Lynn Jaworski has "What's Up in Winnipeg."

Tuesday, February 26 - UND is saying Bon Voyage to AgCam. There was a big sendoff event last night. We visit with Dr. George Seielstad, director of UND's Northern Great Plains Center for People and the Environment. ~~~ Marilyn Snyder of the State Historical Society joins us with a rundown of the Sensational Sundays coming in March. ~~~ Commentary from Bruce Berg.

Monday, February 25 - NDSU Extension horticulturist Ron Smith takes your calls. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column, "Ground Observers." Contact Tom at isern@plainsfolk.com, or call 799-2942.

Friday, February 22 - Rick Collin, communications and education director for the State Historical Society of North Dakota, and Jan Daley Jury, executive director of the ND Humanities Council, tell us about plans for the Lincoln Bicentennial Commemoration. ~~~ Dave Thompson stops in with a look at the week in news, and Matt Olien has this week's movie review.

Thursday, February 21 - Popular author and North Dakota native Chuck Klosterman drops by the studio in advance of his appearances at Minnesota State University tonight and tomorrow. Since we last visited with him, he's written "Killing Yourself to Live: 85% of a True Story," a road narrative focused on the relationship between rock music, mortality and romantic love; and "Chuck Klosterman IV: A Decade of Curious People and Dangerous Ideas." ~~~ The Northern Plains Ballet presents it's 2nd Annual Choreographers' Showcase. Joining us are Robert McFarland, guest artistic director, Hollis Mackintosh, academy director and professional dancer, and Carly Schaub, professional dancer. ~~~ Merrill has What's Happening this weekend.

Wednesday, February 20 - "Carmina Burana" is a spectacle of voice, music, dance and color. The concert will feature more than 250 local performers at this weekend's performance at the Chester Fritz Auditorium in Grand Forks. Merrill is on location for a rehearsal.

Tuesday, February 19 - You might be surprised to learn that North Dakota is home to a big player in the diamond industry ... Schumacher Diamond Cutters in Bismarck with thousands of clients world-wide. Barney Schumacher and Michael Wong tell us about this fascinating business. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk Column, "Where I Came From." ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has "The Buzz" from the Twin Cities.

Monday, February 18 - On this President's Day, we pre-empt Hear It Now for Independent Minds: John Adams. Adams, champion of the American Revolution, instrumental in the drafting of the Constitution, and second President of our young Republic, was a study in contrasts. This extremely public citizen and charismatic speaker reserved his most intimate thoughts for a remarkable 60-year correspondence with his wife Abigail. This hour-long documentary offers an engaging glimpse into our nation's forgotten father and the trials he faced constructing a nation. NO ARCHIVE AVAILABLE.

Friday, February 15 - The Bismarck Local Foods Film "Feastival" is coming! We'll learn all about it from Derrick Braaten, a member of the Missouri Valley Resource Council, and Wanda Agnew, licensed registered dietician with Bismarck-Burleigh County Health. ~~~ In the second half of the show, Dave Thompson joins us with a look at recent headlines, and it's off to the movies with Matt Olien.

Thursday, February 14 - Award winning singer/songwriter and North Dakota native Angie Stevens will headline this weekend's Women In Music event. She joins us from her home in Denver. Also along is organizer Deb Jenkins. ~~~ Bob Sanderson of Lutheran Social Services is John Harris' guest on this excerpt of the Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, February 13 - When a newspaper wins a Pulitzer prize, you know there's a heck of a story involved. Now those stories have been gathered in "Pulitzer's Gold, Behind the Prize for Public Service Journalism," by Roy J. Harris, Jr. It includes the stories of North Dakota's two winners ... the Bismarck Tribune and the Grand Forks Herald. ~~~ Lynn Jaworski has What's Up in Winnipeg.

Tuesday, February 12 - Gary Smith, Dean of the College of Engineering and Architecture at NDSU, joins Rick Killion, editor of Prairie Business Magazine for this month's Second Tuesday business discussion.

Monday, February 11 -Are you taking prescription drugs? Dr. Hyla Cass says those drugs might rob you of vital nutrients, causing serious side-effects. She'll share some tips on protective supplements, and answer your questions when you call in. ~~~ NDSU historian Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column, "Sod House Family."

Friday, February 8 - Merrill is on location at the Northern Plains Sustainable Agriculture Society conference in Mandan.

Thursday, February 7 - Having heard from abortion doctor Susan Wicklund two weeks ago, today we get another perspective from Pauline Economine, who joins us with the story of Firstchoice Clinic, which help young women consider alternatives to abortion. Also along are Kay Kiefer, RN, director of "Make A Sound Choice," providing prevention programs in schools; and staff nurse Renae Setter, who works directly with clients regarding pregnancy related services. ~~~ Dave Thompson takes a look at recent headlines, and Matt Olien takes us to the movies.

Wednesday, February 6 - A discussion of the Super Tuesday primaries with Dr. Nicholas Bauroth, assistant professor of political science at NDSU, and Jim Danielson, professor emeritus of political science at Minnesota State University, Moorhead. ~~~ Katherine Satrom has travel news.

Tuesday, February 5 - Immaculee Ilibagiza has written "Left To Tell, Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust." She's the keynote speaker at the University of Mary's Prayer Day this Thursday. ~~~ Snowkiting is catching on. We'll learn about an expedition from the Canadian border to the South Dakota line following the Missouri river from Jason Schaefer and community outreach coordinator, Chelsea Hummon. ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has "The Buzz" from the Twin Cities.

Monday, February 4 - It's tax season! The latest tax news and tips from Cory Fong, state tax commissioner, and Joseph Becker, income tax auditor for the Tax Department. ~~~ Mark Halvorson, curator of collections research, and Genia Hesser, exhibits manager, tell us about "Lincoln's Legacy in North Dakota," an exhibit soon to open at the ND Heritage Center.

Friday, February 1 - Our monthly Editors Roundtable discussion of recent headlines with news director Dave Thompson and guests Mike Jacobs and Jack Zaleski. ~~~ Matt Olien shares a movie review.

Thursday, January 31 - How long have people been enjoying chocolate? We'll learn about some research on that topic from Dr. John Henderson, anthropologist at Cornell University. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, January 30 - Our "Short and Sweet" membership drive starts today. It's a chance to support public radio and receive a box of gourmet chocolates for Valentine's Day. To kick off the drive, we visit with Bill Guyton, president of the World Cocoa Foundation, and program manager for Latin America, Robert Peck. ~~~ Marilyn Snyder joins us with a rundown of the Sensational Sundays coming in February.

Tuesday, January 29 - Novelist Janet Evanovich, creator of the popular character Stephanie Plum, bounty hunter. ~~~ The latest Plains Folk column from NDSU historian Tom Isern. ~~~ Alan Ness, executive secretary of the Manitoba - North Dakota Zero Tillage Farmers Association.

Monday, January 28 - NDSU Extension horticulturist Ron Smith is here to take your calls. ronald.smith@ndsu.edu ND Forest service # is 228-5422.

Friday, January 25 - Trumpet virtuoso Wayne Bergeron is this month's guest of the Jazz Arts Group. We'll hear about his career and his appearances here. ~~~ News director Dave Thompson stops in with a look at the week's news. ~~~ And we're off to the movies with Matt Olien.

Thursday, January 24 - Mental Health America ... it's a new name for a familiar organization. Susan Helgeland, MHA North Dakota executive director, and Deb Paaverud, special events and development activities director, join us to talk about several issues, including 2-1-1 (211nd.org), seasonal affective disorder, the Northwood tornado, and Mardi Gras '08 which is coming to Bismarck and Fargo. ~~~ Al Jaeger, Secretary of State, is John Harris' guest on this week's excerpt of the Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, January 23 - Mark Landa of the Empire Theatre joins us with news on a home-grown stage production. We'll also meet the playwright, Lee Barnum. ~~~ Kristin Hedger stops in to tell us all about the Dakota Defense Alliance. ~~~ Lynn Jaworski has "What's Up in Winnipeg."

Tuesday, January 22 - Susan Wicklund, who travels to Fargo as part of her medical practice, addresses a difficult topic in her book, "This Common Secret, My Journey as an Abortion Doctor." ~~~ "Mike Pfeifer has "The Buzz" from the Twin Cities.

Monday, January 21 - Financial counselor Duane Emmel stops in to discuss post-holiday debt strategies, taxes, mortgage woes, credit trends and more. The Village Family Service Center can be reached at 800-450-4019. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column, "Newcomers."

Friday, January 18 - Chris Johnson, acting museum director of the State Historical Society of North Dakota, has news on new permanent exhibits opening this spring at the Chateau in Medora and Ft. Abercrombie south of Fargo. Both sites have new interpretive centers and exhibits. ~~~ Commentary from Bruce Berg. ~~~ News director Dave Thompson joins us with a discussion of topics in the news. ~~~ And it's off to the movies with Matt Olien.

Thursday, January 17 - Michael Solberg and Julie Peterson from State Banks are here to update us on "Pay It Forward," where employees of the bank are given money to give away - to the tune of more than a half-million dollars. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column. ~~~ John Harris visits with Larry Skogen, president of Bismarck State College, in this excerpt from the Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, January 16 - Merrill is on location for the Marketplace for Entrepreneurs in Grand Forks.

Tuesday, January 15 - Merrill is on location for the Inventors' Congress at the Alerus Center. ~~~ Katherine Satrom has Travel News.

Monday, January 14 - Charles Bowden wrote the new article in National Geographic that looks at some of North Dakota's abandoned areas. It's created a stir in the state, and we'll hear directly from the author. ~~~ Providing some counterpoint to that article is Shane Goettle, commerce commissioner. ~~~ Commentary from Bruce Berg.

Friday, January 11 - Bruce Arntson, a performer from this area now living in Nashville, has come up with a riotous comedy act, "Doyle and Debbie." He brings the sketch to television tonight on Late Night with Conan O'Brien. ~~~ NPR's Eric Weiner drops in to discuss his new book, "The Geography of Bliss." ~~~ News director Dave Thompson joins us with a discussion of topics in the news. ~~~ And it's off to the movies with Matt Olien.

Thursday, January 10 - Richard Rathge and Polly Fassinger of North Dakota KIDS COUNT give us a year in review on the status of children in North Dakota. ~~~ Dr. Laurel Vermillion, president of Sitting Bull College, is John Harris' guest in this week's excerpt from the Prairie Pulse television show. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, January 9 - "C. BECK" (also see: http://www.thecie.org/) won the Grand Prize at the Independent Lens Online Shorts Festival. It's a film portrait of Fergus Falls artist Charles Beck by Deb Wallwork and Mike Hazard. Charles, Deb and Mike are today's guests. ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has "The Buzz" from the Twin Cities.

Tuesday, January 8 - Rick Killion, editor of Prairie Business Magazine, joins us for a discussion of the growing importance of the energy industry with special guests Gerry Groenewold of the EERC, and Floyd Robb, director of communications for Basin Electric. ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has "The Buzz" from the Twin Cities.

Monday, January 7 - The third annual bluegrass winter weekend is coming up in Bismarck. One of the visiting bands is the East Tennessee State Bluegrass Band, which numbers two North Dakota natives among its members - Preston Schmidt and Ashley Wiese. They'll be joined in studio by Jill Wiese, organizer and member of the band, Cotton Wood. ~~~ Tom Isern has this week's Plains Folk column.

Friday, January 4 - Dr. Nicholas Bauroth, assistant professor of political science at NDSU joins us to reflect on the Iowa caucus. (Also invited is Jim Danielson, professor emeritus of political science at Minnesota State University, Moorhead) ~~~ Dave Thompson stops in with a look at the week's headlines. ~~~ Matt Olien reviews Sweeney Todd and Alvin and the Chipmunks.

Thursday, January 3 - North Dakota Senator Kent Conrad is back in the state. We catch up with him to discuss veteran's health care, the Farm Bill, the Iowa Caucus and more. ~~~ Ken Rudin, political editor for NPR, joins us to comment on today's Iowa Caucus. ~~~ Marilyn Snyder, curator of education for the State Historical Society of North Dakota, previews this month's Sensational Sundays events. ~~~ Merrill has "What's Happening" this weekend.

Wednesday, January 2 - Heidi Haagenson shares the story of "The Tenney Quilt." Much more than the story of a quilt, it's the story of life in a small town in the upper Midwest, a story that will resonate for many of our listeners. ~~~ Katherine Satrom has the latest travel news.

Tuesday, January 1 - Hear It Now is pre-empted for a New Year's Capitol Steps special. "Politics Takes a Holiday!"

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Tuesday, October 30, 2007 - Day two from the Bismarck Civic Center as Merrill explores the Great Plains Energy Expo and Trade Show. Today's guests: Kevin Kolivar, assistant secretary of energy; Brad Crabtree, Great Plains Institute; Lyndon Anderson, Great River Energy; and Ed Kiczek, Air Products. ~~~ Mike Pfeifer has "The Buzz" from the Twin Cities.

Monday, July 16, 2007 - Erika Lorentzsen interviews North Dakota native Chris Swanson of Secretly Canadian Records, and one of his artists, June Panic of Grand Forks.

Friday, September 22, 2006 - Yoga instructor Judith Lasater and Bonnie Torrance, founder of Pinwheel Creative Movement Center in Bismarck.

Thursday, July 5, 2007- Erika Lorentzen interviews North Dakota native Jennifer Baumgardner, author of "Look Both Ways."

Thursday, November 30, 2006 - Honey queen Katie Klett shares news from this important state industry that's facing some challenges.

Monday, December 5, 2006 - Candice Millard, author of "River of Doubt," the story of Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey. ~~~ Tom Isern shares his latest Plains Folk column.

Monday, October 3, 2005 - Meet Fargoan Dan McKay. He's this year's winner of the Bulwer-lytton Fiction Contest for writing the worst opening sentence for an imaginary novel.

Friday, November 11, 2005 - University of Mary grad Gary Torness has authored "Apprentices of War, Memoir of a Marine Grunt." It's an account of combat Marines in Vietnam, but it's also a story that applies today.

Wednesday, April 17, 2002 - Overcoming fibromyalgia, a condition that affects about one out of every three Americans … Mary Moeller shares her story and offers advice.

Wednesday, August 4, 2004 - Sally Fallon, nutrition expert and president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, joins us to discuss issues raised in the latest issue of "Wise Traditions" the foundation's quarterly publication. Can high cholesterol really be good for you? Can raw milk be safer than pasteurized? Can eating fat help you lose fat? Robin Silverman is our guest host. See also: Friday, August 8, 2003 for another interview with Fallon.

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