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Almanac - September 28, 2007

09/28/07


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Segments

An Animated Monologue (09/28/07)

For some reason illustrator David Gillette is thinking a lot about neutrinos.

Meet the New Commish (09/28/07)

Dr. Sanne Magnan is Minnesota's new Commissioner of Health. Meet her as she sits down at the Almanac table with Cathy and Eric.

The Oberholtzer Legacy (09/28/07)

Ernest Oberholtzer is a revered environmental figure in our state. In her latest installment about Rainy Lake, Mary tells us about Oberholtzer's famed battles with industrialists.

Nordic Roots Music (09/28/07)

Sinikka Langeland and Markku Ounaskari stop by to play some progressive Scandinavian folk music. Tune in and learn about 39-string kantele. Sinikka and Markku will be performing at the Cedar Cultural Center.

The Legendary Lou Nanne (09/28/07)

The famed North Star player and general manager has a new book full of photos and stories. We give you a sneak peek at Minnesota North Stars: History and Memories of Lou Nanne.

Honoring Leigh Kamman (09/28/07)

The jazz icon is hosting his final "Jazz Image" radio show on MPR Saturday night. We took a look back at his remarkable career (with special thanks to Laurie Stern and Dan Luke).

Former Lawmakers Panel (09/28/07)

Democrats Jane Ranum and Andy Dawkins and Republicans Fritz Knaak and Phil Krinkie chew on the week's big political news, including calls by Democrats for Carol Molnau to resign as head of MNDOT.

The Wrapup (09/28/07)

Two Minnesota history questions, your thoughts about last week's program and another live tune by Sinnikka and Markku.