July 28, 1972 - MPR’s Paul Gruchow presents interview about the unfair treatment and racism against Black women working in General Mills and other corporations.
September 7, 1972 - After racial disturbances at several Minneapolis high schools last year, human relations programs are appearing in high schools.
September 8, 1972 - A discussion by local members of the Jewish community on the eve of Rosh Hashanah, following the slayings of the Israeli delegation to the Olympic Games 1972. Hosted by Connie Goldman, who is joined by Paul Gruchow. [Please note - audio contains explicit language]
October 3, 1972 - MPR’s Bob Potter interviews Phyllis Schlafly, author and conservative movement leader, on her views of women’s rights and her opposition of the Equal Rights Amendment. Phyllis Schlafly states women should not be equal to men.
October 6, 1972 - Women's rights and new roles within the Lutheran Church, including ordination, is subject of a roundtable discussion.
October 18, 1972 - MPR’s Connie Goldman talks with Pat Huss, who discusses the results of Minnesota Public Interest Research Group survey on Twin Cities employment agencies.
October 30, 1972 - Gloria Steinem, editor of Ms. Magazine, speaks at a DFL forum on the changing role for women. Steinem talks with MPR’s Connie Goldman and attendees at event.
October 30, 1972 - An interview about young women on college campuses and their involvement with older women’s organizations.
November 24, 1972 - Teacher and poet Don Luther Lee, later known as Haki R. Madhubuti, performs poetry reading and speaks on the importance of language to some African American poets.
December 25, 1972 - MER’s Connie Goldman gathers various opinions of downtown Minneapolis Library patrons and officials on homeless utilizing the library. The use of facility by homeless many times is not to read, but rather to find a public refuge from the outdoor elements. It is not a desired situation for anyone involved, but homeless individuals find few options available in the city.