Diverse Radio for Minnesota’s Communities

17 Unique Stations from Border to Border

AMPERS is a group of 17 different community radio stations throughout Minnesota. Each station is programmed by and for its specific community. The programming serves and teaches others about underserved populations including communities of color, new immigrants, Native Americans and rural areas not served by traditional media. This website showcases the work AMPERS and its member stations create. Check back often.

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Bearing Witness with Anthony Galloway and Georgia Fort. A weekly program exploring the events unfolding in this season of racial upheaval and change.

Counter Stories is a program by people of color, for people of color...and everybody else. We discuss race, identity, social justice and culture in a region grappling with demographic changes. Hosts: Anthony Galloway, Luz Maria Frias, Don Eubanks and Hlee Lee.

COVID-19/ Coronavirus Resources & Reporting from AMPERS stations across the state of Minnesota. Additional segments and shows can be found at our Pandemic Programming page.

Dakota War of 1862 a look at the events, peoples and places that shaped the Dakota War of 1862, and the catastrophic consequences of its tragic aftermath.

Keep Moving Forward a radio series featuring people with disabilities sharing perspectives, insights, and experiences

Minnesota Arts, Culture and History programs created from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund

Minnesota Music Notes celebrating noteworthy songs, artists, and musical performances

Minnesota Native News is a weekly radio segment covering ideas and events relevant to Minnesota’s Native American communities

MN90: Minnesota History in 90 Seconds a fun exploration of wide-ranging topics including sports, politics, environment, business, entertainment, pop culture, and more.

MN90: Rochester History in 90-Seconds a series of short, fun and engaging stories exploring the history of Rochester and the surrounding area.

Rochester Arts in 90 Seconds Rochester Arts in 90 Seconds

Take Control of Your Health a series of short radio segments aimed at helping people make changes to improve their own health

Value Our Traditions/Sacred Tobacco a radio series about reclaiming and honoring traditional American Indian tobacco

Veterans' Voices a radio series exploring the knowledge, experience and leadership of Minnesota service members

Supported by...

McKnight FoundationMN Legacy