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Lifestyle

Talking Volumes with Ann Patchett

Talking Volumes with Ann Patchett

Talking Volumes broadcast of Kerri Miller's conversation with Ann Patchett. She talks about her new novel, "Run," which explores race and family relationships. Patchett is the best-selling author of "Bel Canto," which won the Pen/Faulkner award. She's also the author of a memoir, "Truth and Beauty."

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Newbery Reader's Theater

Newbery Reader's Theater

Newbery Medal-winning authors Sharon Creech, Kate DiCamillo and Katherine Paterson read from each other's work. They also describe what it's like to be writers before an audience filled with fans young and old. The event was recorded October 15 at the Fitzgerald Theater.

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Two sides of the debate over Norwegian consulate

The Norwegian government said this week is may close down the Norwegian Consulate in Minneapolis, and many people in the area are upset about the plan. MPR's Tom Crann gets both sides of the debate.

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Lake Mille Lacs sees unexpected drop in walleye numbers

Lake Mille Lacs sees unexpected drop in walleye numbers

The unexpected declines could lead to stricter walleye rules for the ice-fishing season and possibly next spring.

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Who knows you on the Internet? Everyone!

Who knows you on the Internet? Everyone!

In some ways, you are what Google says you are. Anyone can throw your name into a search engine -- potential employers, potential dates, anybody -- and think they know you, even if you've never met.
by Julie Siple

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Chuck Love spins for the world

Chuck Love spins for the world

Minneapolis native Chuck Love is a "house DJ." You might not have heard the name, but within the field he's internationally known. What sets Chuck Love apart from most other house DJ's is that he considers himself first and foremost a musician, and he plays several instruments during his live shows.

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Commentary: Fall leaves on fairways get Peter Smith down

Commentator and golfer Peter Smith elaborates on the duffer's dwindling days on autumnal courses.
by Peter Smith

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Can the Twins bounce back next season?

The Twins finished with their first losing season in years, and two stars may leave the team in the off-season. Sports commentator LaVelle Neal considers their future.

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