Ampers

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Ampers is an association of 18 independent community radio stations in Minnesota.  Each station is locally managed and programmed by and for the local communities they serve.  Ampers is the largest network of community radio stations in the state of Minnesota and one of the largest of its kind in the United States. From Grand Marais, and Thief River Falls, to Mankato and Winona, and just about everywhere in between, we’ve got Minnesota covered. Our combined audience is about 250,000 devoted listeners.  Ampers has no affiliation with Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) and receives no financial support from MPR. 

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50 Pieces

Individual stories from Minnesota Native news that make up the weekly newscasts.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Dec 29, 2016
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24 Pieces

MN Native News Special Edition: COVID-19 Community Conversations

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: May 20, 2020
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12 Pieces

Documentaries and features from Minnesota Native News.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Dec 29, 2016
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112 Pieces

MN Native News: COVID-19 Daily Update

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: May 20, 2020
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21 Pieces

MN Native News: Health Report

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: May 20, 2020
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30 Pieces

Join us as we dive into Minnesota's rich and diverse heritage, from Dakota voices and Latin artists to wildlife conservation and cultural festivals. Discover stories of resilience, creativity, and community, exploring everything from herbalist traditions and creative writing programs for youth to the vibrant performances of South Asian theater companies. These episodes celebrate the multifaceted legacy of Minnesota, shining a light on the past, present, and future contributions of its diverse communities.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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517 Pieces

MN90: Minnesota History in 90 Seconds" is a history program airing on Ampers stations in Minnesota. It is a co-production of Ampers and the Minnesota Historical Society.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Jan 29, 2014
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24 Pieces

The special series of Native Lights is all about connecting with our neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Mar 27, 2020
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147 Pieces

We amplify stories of people within Minnesota’s Native communities. We explore the history, work, strength, and resiliency of Native people who are shaping the future, while appreciating those who came before.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Aug 28, 2019
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12 Pieces

Racial Reckoning: The Arc of Justice is a journalism initiative from Ampers, Diverse Radio for Minnesota’s Communities, KMOJ Radio, and the Minnesota Humanities Center covering the trials of the officers accused of killing George Floyd, the community’s reaction, and exploring the changes needed to create a more just society.

  • From: Ampers
  • Updated: Mar 08, 2021

Pieces

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Founder of Juxtaposition arts, Roger Cummings, explains why the organization is such a crucial part of the thriving arts community in North Minneap...

  • Added: Jul 05, 2024
  • Length: 01:30
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The AIDS epidemic forever changed queer culture across the United States when it began in the 1980s. The gay community in Minneapolis did their bes...

  • Added: Jul 05, 2024
  • Length: 01:30
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Arleta Little, Executive and Artistic Director of The Loft, shares why Minnesota Legacy funds are so crucial to growing the creativity of independe...

  • Added: Jul 05, 2024
  • Length: 01:30
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This week, we discuss Two-Spirit Identity within Native Communities and the upcoming Two-Spirit Powwow in Minneapolis. The Third Annual Two Spirit...

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  • Added: Jul 03, 2024
  • Length: 05:01
  • Purchases: 1
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This week, we’ll hear from the organizers of an Indigenous Writers Series in Duluth. The American Indian Housing Community Housing Organization, or...

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  • Added: Jun 27, 2024
  • Length: 05:00
  • Purchases: 2
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Toni Pierce-Sands, founder and artistic director of TU Dance, bringing dance education and performance to the Twin Cities for the past 20 years, ta...

  • Added: Jun 21, 2024
  • Length: 01:30
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The annual Freedom Festival at Goodridge Veterans Memorial Park is an entire day filled with artists performances and art. People from throughout t...

  • Added: Jun 21, 2024
  • Length: 01:30
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In Progress provides quality mentorship and access opportunities for digital art makers living in Crookston and Saint Paul, serving emerging artist...

  • Added: Jun 21, 2024
  • Length: 01:30
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The Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County’s Iraqi Immigrants Oral History project focused on sharing immigration stories from those in the...

  • Added: Jun 21, 2024
  • Length: 01:30
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The unPrison Project engages people in Minnesota prisons on the art of storytelling and messaging. It works to builds literacy, mentoring and life ...

  • Added: Jun 21, 2024
  • Length: 01:30