
Main Street
Monday-Thursday at 3pm and 7pm CT
Main Street keeps its finger on the pulse of Prairie Public's broadcast region.
Studio line: 888-755-6377
Email us: mainstreet@prairiepublic.org
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PBS’s "Becoming Thurgood," Plains Folk on Z’dena Trinka, why local produce costs more, and a National Geographic photo camp on the Wind River Reservation.
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Craig Blumenshine speaks with Holly Pedersen and Katherine Terras about Project Pipeline, an initiative focused on addressing educator shortages. Later in the show, Erik Deatherage sits down with the bluegrass band Kohlrabi Soup for a lively interview and the band treats us to a few live performances.
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Back-to-school season is here and whether you're a parent juggling drop-offs or just feeling the shift in the air, Main Street has something to brighten your day. Host Eric Deatherage kicks things off with a fresh look at STEM, not just for kids, but for curious adults too. Then, get inspired by Fargo’s own Nicole Henson, whose sweet treats have earned a loyal following. Now, she’s cooking up an exciting expansion that’s sure to delight diners across the region.
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Craig Blumenshine dives into office ergonomics with Fargo Ergonomics founder Crystal Nelson, and Tom Isern's latest essay tells the story of Zdema Irma Trinka, who penned a book about the Marquis de Mores and his wife, Medora. Plus, a spotlight blues folk artist Chris Whitley.
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Main Street host Craig Blumenshine speaks with elder care attorney Paula Almgren about the legal steps families should expect and take after the death of a loved one.Later in the show, Erik Deatherage talks with Fargo Forum writer Peyton Haug about the predominantly Indigenous missing children and teens in North Dakota. Her article spotlighted a recent sudden uptick in cases.
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Fargo’s Knitted Knockers bring comfort to women after cancer, and longtime film critic Matt Olien says farewell to weekly movie reviews. Plus, Dave Thompson reviews the news.
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Ethics of NIH cuts, insects’ role in bird diets, Fergus Falls dining with Evan Burkdoll, and the alarming rise of missing youth in North Dakota.
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Trump’s global summits, Roosevelt & the Navy, Fargo’s Red River Market, Lawrence Welk’s legacy, Midwest surfing, and Nez Perce leaders on salmon.
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Reporter Jacob Orledge investigates ND oil royalty losses, while Dr. David Herman explains how new funding could help rural hospitals weather Medicaid cuts.
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Dr. David Flynn on tariffs and ND’s economy, Dave Thompson’s news review, Matt Olien’s Fantastic Four First Steps movie review, plus August skies with two meteor showers.