KSRQ

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KSRQ is Pioneer 90.1, a college-owned, community-focused broadcaster serving Northwest Minnesota and the greater Grand Forks, ND region. Pioneer 90.1 originates from the Center for New Media at Northland Community & Technical College in Thief River Falls. The station features a blend of Americana music, locally-produced specialty programs (The Saturday Morning Barndance, The Root Cellar, Basement Rock), and programming from the Association of Minnesota Public and Educational Radio Stations (AMPERS). 

Series

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167 Pieces

Interviews with artists from northwest Minnesota.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Jun 16, 2021
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93 Pieces

Highlights the arts and cultural events of Northwest Minnesota.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Oct 03, 2012
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1 Piece

Polka and old-time entertainer Cathy Erickson of Middle River, MN, plays your requests for polka, old-time, gospel, Scandinavian, and local music.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Jun 06, 2012
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6 Pieces

On June 20, 2013, Pioneer 90.1 personality and local musician Cathy Erickson hosted a five-hour Accordion Festival broadcast from the Eagles Club in Thief River Falls, Minnesota. This series will feature performances from the many talented accordion players from Northwest Minnesota that appeared at this very special Accordion Festival event.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Jan 15, 2014
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260 Pieces

Interviews with northwest Minnesota non-profits and artists, highlighting the work they do in our communities.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Jul 27, 2017
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Interviews with visual artists about their work.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Oct 24, 2012
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52 Pieces

Residents of northwest Minnesota communities share nostalgic stories related to the culture and history of their hometowns. Segments feature content from county history museums along with the personal recollections of local people. Recent immigrants' stories will be featured, along with remembrances of traditional northwest Minnesota activities like farming, hunting, fishing, hockey, and snowmobiling.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: May 17, 2022
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9 Pieces

A look at the birth and growth of professional wrestling in Minnesota.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Jun 29, 2011
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55 Pieces

Vintage audio recordings by northwest Minnesota musical acts are featured in a 55-minute weekly broadcast hosted by Thief River Falls music store owner Joe Kezar. A majority of these recordings, dating as far back as the 1960s, were made locally and have never been heard publicly. Some episodes feature interviews with local musicians.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Apr 19, 2022
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7 Pieces

A series of outdoor concerts recorded at Hartz Park, Thief River Falls, MN. "Live From RiverFest" features top performers from Northwest Minnesota playing the Pioneer 90.1 RiverFest Stage. Supported by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

  • From: KSRQ
  • Updated: Jun 10, 2011

Latest Pieces

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Today we discuss the early history of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota with Amy Degerstrom of the Becker County Historical Society.

  • Added: Oct 29, 2014
  • Length: 05:00
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Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) Executive Director Mara Hanel has an update on application deadlines for funding from the NWMAC.

  • Added: Oct 28, 2014
  • Length: 07:43
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The “Weekly Arts Calendar” is a weekly listing of events and activities that highlight the arts, music and culture of the region and within Minnesota.

  • Added: Oct 23, 2014
  • Length: 03:14
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Host, Carl Unbehaun, presents a cavalcade of songs by Minnesota songwriters along with his musical musings! Introducing Jake Nelson and Third Level...

Bought by KPVL and KKWE Niijii Radio


  • Added: Oct 21, 2014
  • Length: 01:57:05
  • Purchases: 2
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Jim Jones is the Cultural Resources Director for the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council - based in Bemidji, MN. He recently spoke to students at Nor...

  • Added: Oct 21, 2014
  • Length: 08:37
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Janet Johnson of Malung, Minnesota (south of Roseau) is a long-time, now retired art teacher, who works in many mediums of art. Her current focus ...

  • Added: Oct 21, 2014
  • Length: 08:33
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Regional photographer Bruce Flaig discusses his current display of photographs, now on display at the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) gall...

  • Added: Oct 14, 2014
  • Length: 08:07
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Host, Carl Unbehaun, presents a cavalcade of songs by Minnesota songwriters along with his musical musings! No, you're not hearing double--we're pl...

Bought by KKWE Niijii Radio


  • Added: Oct 12, 2014
  • Length: 01:58:18
  • Purchases: 1
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The “Weekly Arts Calendar” is a weekly listing of events and activities that highlight the arts, music and culture of the region and within Minnesota.

  • Added: Oct 09, 2014
  • Length: 02:06
Caption: Warroad, Minnesota
Born and raised in Windom, Minnesota, Warroad, Minnesota resident Jeffrey Galle has had an interest in the theater. Music was a big influence for ...

  • Added: Oct 07, 2014
  • Length: 08:10