February 6, 1992 - Dr. Theodore Sizer, chairman of the Coalition of Essential Schools, discusses education reform and a study that showed American students are behind students in other countries. Sizer also answers listener questions. Sizer is author of "Horace's Compromise" and "Horace's School: Redesigning the American High School."
February 11, 1992 -
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February 21, 1992 - Ted Riverso, St. Thomas women's basketball coach, talks about the 1992 team that could set record with game-winning streak during 1991-1992 period.
February 27, 1992 - Minneapolis librarian Jerry Blue discusses the importance of stories and explains the Black Storytellers organization. Blue also performs a reading.
March 13, 1992 - On this Voices from the Heartland episode, MPR’s Marlana Benzie-Lourey talks with central Minnesota poet Nancy Paddock about the growing popularity of poetry, teaching workshops at nursing home, and the different types of poems. Paddock also reads numerous poems.
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May 7, 1992 - MPR’s Gary Eichten interviews University of Minnesota-Duluth official regarding phone call threats against UMD staff members both on and off campus.
May 26, 1992 - MPR’s Kate Smith visits Toivola-Meadowlands Charter, one of the very first charter schools in the state. Reabe talks with educators and parents on their thoughts on the alternative to public school.
May 27, 1992 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten chats with Frank Bencriscutto (aka Dr. Ben), University of Minnesota band leader, who is stepping down from his position after 30+ years. Bencriscutto describes the uniqueness and importance of concert bands.