June 21, 1983 - Alvin Toffler, author of "Future Shock," speaking at an Edison Electric Institute meeting in Minneapolis. Toffler’s address is titled "Our Energy Future." He speaks on energy in the future. Edison Electrical Institute is an organization of electric utility companies.
June 21, 1983 - Donald Hodel, U.S. Energy Secretary, speaking at an Edison Electric Institute meeting in Minneapolis. Hodel addresses the future of our energy resources. Hodel outlines the highlights of a report on expected electric demand, which was to be released formally the day following his talk. He also addressed the broader activities the Energy Department is currently engaged in. Edison Electrical Institute is an organization of electric utility companies.
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September 19, 1983 - MPR’s Pat Kessler reports on Walter Mondale, presidential candidate and former U.S. vice president, speaking to the Minnesota AFL-CIO. Mondale criticizes “Reaganomics,” and states his support for strong unions in the United States.
October 15, 1983 - Conservation expert Dan Flaherty discusses energy conservation for homes and legislation for renters and apartment owners. Topics include energy audits, building standards, and heating systems. Flaherty also answers listener questions.
November 5, 1983 - On this Weekend program, Bill Kling, president of Minnesota Public Radio, discusses recent changes in public broadcasting, both in Minnesota and nationally. Topics include the near bankruptcy of National Public Radio. Kling also answers listener questions.
January 19, 1984 - Michael Marien, futurist and editor of Future Survey, speaking at Itasca Seminar. Marien addresses the interconnection between information, economics and food.