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From woolly mammoths to Native American communities to World War II, we provide audio resources and stories from witnesses and people connected to Minnesota’s history and culture.

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Sharing Native Voices

Leah Lemm talks to educators at SouthWest Metro Intermediate District 288 about sharing Native voices in Minnesota. VIEW PRESENTATION

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Sharing Gifts Through Story: Native Lights Podcast

Sharing Gifts Through Story: Native Lights Podcast (11/25/20). Leah Lemm is a Freelance Radio Reporter for MN Native News and Co-Host of Native Lights: Where Indigenous Voices Shine. Melissa Townsend, at the time of this recording, was a Freelance Radio Reporter for MN Native News and Producer for Native Lights. (mp3 and youtube video of the presentation are available on this post).  The “Sharing Gifts Through Story: Native Lights Podcast” presentation was made possible in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and SouthWest Metro Intermediate District 288.

MN History

MN90: Minnesota History in 90 seconds explores wide-ranging topics including sports, politics, environment, business, entertainment, pop culture and more.
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Closing in on spring.

The sap is running, buds are budding and birds are molting. WTIP’s Jay Andersen talks with naturalist Chel Anderson about closing in on spring.

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.
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The Dakota War of 1862: George E. H. Day

(Episode 9) Today's Episode looks at George E. H. Day and how the war might have been prevented.

World War II

First-hand accounts of what it was like to serve in WWII.
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Foxhole Friendships

Even wartime military recruiting films spoke of the value of the close friendships forged during battle. Minnesota veterans George Vandersluis and Herbert Gager recall the powerful bonds that formed between young servicemen, far from home.

Korean War

Stories and memories of Minnesota’s Korean veterans.
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By The Numbers

For many veterans who served in Korea, the war is remembered by the days, weeks and months that they counted down as they waited to come home. Today, some of those veterans are sharing their wartime experiences with young people so their role in history will be understood and remembered.

Vietnam War

Stories and memories of Minnesota’s Vietnam veterans.
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A Visit to The Wall

Serving in Vietnam left Ronn Easton with a combat injury and searing memories. Decades after his Army hitch was up, the former soldier found comfort and resolution when he visited the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, DC

Native Warriors

Native American veterans explain why protecting our land and resources is an important part of Native culture and traditions.
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Growing through Service

Marine veteran Roger Allen Higby shares how military service can help you grow up, become more responsibile and take care of yourself.

Sacred Tobacco

Reclaiming and honoring traditional Native American tobacco.
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Collecting and Using Sacred Tobacco

Alex talks about some of the ways she collects and uses traditional tobacco in sacred ways.

Minnesota Native News

Weekly segments covering ideas and events relevant to Minnesota’s Native American communities.
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Minnesota Native News: Minnesota’s First Dakota Language Bowl

This week on Minnesota Native News we hear about the state’s first Dakota Language Bowl. Organizers and participants say it’s a fun way to harness people’s competitive spirit and motivate them to learn Dakota — a language many are trying to revive.

Minnesota Music Notes

Celebrating noteworthy songs, artists and musical performances.
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Anne Dunn: Writer and storyteller

Milt Lee talks to Anne Dunn, writer and storyteller from Pennington, MN. Anne says she writes about broken hearts and the tragedy of life.





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