In The Moment

February 19, 2021. Tech Radio answers your toughest computer and tech questions. SDPB Director of Digital. Heard alternating Fridays. Contact the show through their facebook page at Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 19, 2021 Show 992 Hour 1 Pierre-based country music artist KC Hughes calls himself just a good 'ol South Dakota Boy with big dreams. Getting his music heard and being able to perform in front of live audiences would be good enough for him as we continue to find "normal" during the pandemic. KC Hughes has released his second album, "Memories," and he joins us for Moment in Sound! Arts, literature, and music reporting on SDPB is supported by the Northern State University School of Fine Arts. More information available at northern.edu Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 19, 2021 Show 992 Hour 1 Today's episode of Poetry from Studio 47 features the work of Richard Robbins. Arts, literature, and music reporting on SDPB is supported by the Northern State University School of Fine Arts. More information available at northern.edu Find In the Moment on Apple or Spotify .

February 18, 2021 Show 991 Hour 1. Today our "In Their Own Words" segment looks at a contentious issue in South Dakota: Black History Month. It's contentious because some lawmakers have rejected recent interpretations of impact of slavery on the American story and the systemic nature of racism in our communities today. The House debated Concurrent resolution 6005 "Celebrating Black History Month". After the focus of the resolution changed through amendments the House debate takes on a very personal and at times, reflective tone. In Their Own Words brings you closer to the debates and conversations behind legislative topics. It’s supported by SDN Communications. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 18, 2021 Show 991 Hour 1. Governor Kristi Noem has publicly stated she is not running for president in 2024. She says her focus is on being governor of South Dakota. Her opponents think she is vulnerable in that regard. Guests: Political scientists from South Dakota State University, Lisa Hager and David Wiltse. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 18, 2021 Show 991 Hour 1. More than 110,000 South Dakotans have received at least their first COVID vaccine. That leaves hundreds of thousands waiting to get the shot. Kevin Woster is getting closer his day of immunity. He joins us to talk about the wait for a vaccine. We'll also talk about changes facing the South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks Department in the Noem administration. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 18, 2021 Show 991 Hour 2. We've been dealing with COVID-19 for close to a year. How has it affected you, your work, and your workplace? If you've become less engaged, tense, or depressed, have you sought help from an Employee Assistance Program? Guest: Tim Heerts, an Employee Assistance Program Clinical Specialist with Avera to talk more about COVID fatigue and how to persevere. Health reporting on SDPB is supported by Monument Health Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 18, 2021 Show 991 Hour 2. If you're not familiar with On Call with the Prairie Doc®, it's a program that explores and explains medical and health information. In a world of swirling online advice, it's a chance to tune in and get the facts right here at home. Dr. Deb Johnston is one of the Prairie Docs®. Health reporting on SDPB is supported by Monument Health Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 17, 2021 Show 990 Hour 2. 1000 Miles to Nome, My Dear Mother, Heart of the Bear, My Name Means Future, A Flash of Green, Milk for Violence, and North by South Dakota are some of the films being screened at this year's Black Hills Film Festival. Black Hills Film Festival Executive Director Chris Van Ness joins In The Moment to visit about this year's virtual event. Arts, literature, and music reporting on SDPB is supported by the Northern State University School of Fine Arts. More information available at northern.edu Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 17, 2021 Show 990 Hour 2. Will recreational marijuana be available in South Dakota on July 1? To what extent is COVID-19 affecting the state legislature? And Stephanie Herseth-Sandlin has been sworn into Federal Court. What's next for Augustana University's president? Dakota Political Junkies Mike Card, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of South Dakota, and Tom Dempster, former South Dakota State Senator, discuss the latest political news. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 17, 2021 Show 990 Hour 2. "You and Your Democracy" is a series of short-take civics lessons hosted by Chuck Parkinson. You can find the full series online at sdpb.org/yourdemocracy . Today’s topic is What are our “Rights” and “Responsibilities and Obligations” as citizens in a Democratic Republic? Episode 11 Guest - Black Hills State University assistant professor of political science John Van Benthuysen Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 17, 2021 Show 990 Hour 1. Katie Dwyer just celebrated her birthday with the release of her new EP titled Indiscreet. Somehow, the multi-talented mother of four finds time to write, record and produce music - and she can't wait until she can play live dates again. The singer/songwriter lives in Pierre. Arts, literature, and music reporting on SDPB is supported by the Northern State University School of Fine Arts. More information available at northern.edu Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 17, 2021 Show 990 Hour 1. The Senate Taxation Committee considered legislation to drop the state portion of sales tax on food items. Proponents say it helps the low income while opponents say other programs can help the poor without losing revenue for the state general fund. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 17, 2021 Show 990 Hour 1 The South Dakota Legislature has wrestled with it. College campuses across the country have revised policies for it. Free speech at America's colleges and universities continues to be a hot topic as students speak up and speak out. Professor Mike Thompson, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of Sioux Falls, shares insight into cases before the United States Supreme Court. The first case we discuss deals with a challenge to a student's right to free speech on campus. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 16, 2021 Show 989 Hour 2. As COVID cases across the country begin to ease ever so slightly, we check in for our weekly COVID update from South Dakota. Guest: Dr. Mike Wilde is Chief Medical Officer at Sanford USD Medical Center. Health reporting on SDPB is supported by Monument Health Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 16, 2021 Show 989 Hour 1. This legislative session, lawmakers have heard testimony from people in person and via teleconference. Those connections have not always gone flawlessly, but the question of whether or not to continue that option remains. Today's "In Their Own Words" segment features the House Local Government Committee debate on House Bill 1117, a bill to revise provisions for public meetings held by teleconference. You'll hear a portion of that hearing outlining the policy changes and concerns about public access to public meetings. In Their Own Words brings you closer to the debates and conversations behind legislative topics. It’s supported by SDN Communications. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 9, 2021 Show 988 Hour 1. We have yet to fully understand the impact of COVID-19 on our lives. This is especially true of the losses we've experienced among older South Dakotans. And yet, we've also been sharing (since the beginning of the pandemic) stories of dedicated frontline healthcare workers, innovation in elder care, and resilience. And now, vaccines, and a light at the end of a very long tunnel. Guest: Randy Bury, president of the Good Samaritan Society. Health reporting on SDPB is supported by Monument Health Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 9, 2021 Show 988 Hour 1. The Senate Judiciary committee heard over an hour of emotional testimony on a bill that would limit the application of the death penalty in South Dakota. For our "In Their Own Words" segment today, we bring you a portion of that hearing, first from Senator Arthur Rusch (a former judge), and then from Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg. In Their Own Words brings you closer to the debates and conversations behind legislative topics. It’s supported by SDN Communications. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 9, 2021 Show 988 Hour 1. The path to a South Dakota STEM degree just got a bit clearer for first generation college students. Guest: Cassandra Birrenkott. associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mines and leads the SD-FIRST program there. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .

February 8, 2021 Show 987 Hour 2. In 1966, Marty Mahrt was shot down while flying a mission over North Vietnam. He was piloting a Republic F-105 Thunderchief fighter/bomber – an aircraft that suffered a 38% loss rate due to the type of missions they were assigned. Wednesday morning (live from Custer), Marty Mahrt tells his story of rescue and survival during an "Old Guys and Their Airplanes Debrief" hosted by John Mollison. The interactive event begins at 11 Central/10 Mountain at SDPB.org/OGTADebrief. Find our podcast on Apple , Spotify , and Google Play .