Best KMSU | Minnesota State University, Mankato Podcasts (2025)

Oct. 15, 2025 - Dr. Nancy Fitzsimons, Professor of Social Work at Minnesota State University, Mankato discusses her newly released book, "Flipping the Story on Violence: People with Intellectual Disability and Allies Leading the Change." This book challenges the ableism and intersecting “isms” that drive the violence experienced people with intelle…

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Pottery? Woodworking? Sewing? Community Education has a Lot to Offer 10-15-2025 21:11

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October 15, 2025 - Mankato Area Public Schools has many programs to offer for all ages. Community Education Coordinator, Melanie Schmidt, and Enrichment Specialist, Kaitlin Carter discuss the many classes for youth to adults. They also talk about how you can find out what is coming up for Winter/Spring classes.…

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Birding with Al Batt on 10-24-2025 30:38

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Oct. 14, 2025 - Join Al Batt and Karen Wright as they discuss Eagles, Woodpeckers, re-blooming Lilacs and more.By KMSU

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Gardening with Barb on 10-10-2025 23:16

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Oct. 10, 2025 - Barb Lamson is back! She talks about what's happening in her garden and what we need to know in October for our own gardens!By KMSU

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Ubuntu Festival Aims to Bring Unity to Greater Mankato area and Beyond 10-09-2025 18:46

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Oct. 9, 2025 - Greater Mankato is hosting an Ubuntu Festival to officially launch the "Spirit of Ubuntu," an ongoing movement to empower every generation to contribute to understanding, kindness, respect and harmony in their daily interactions. Greater Diversity Council Executive Director Mohamed Alsadig and Performing Artist Antoinette Rootsdawtah…

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Birding with Al Batt on 10-7-2025 30:11

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Indigenous People's Day - What's in a Name? 10-07-2025 23:07

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Birding with Al Batt on 9-30-2025 31:30

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September 30, 2025 -Squirrels and nuts, is there such a thing as a sea gull, wooly bears, and more with Al Batt.By KMSU

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MSU, Mankato Unveils The Future State Fundraising Campaign 15:28

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Following a silent phase, Minnesota State University, Mankato has unveiled a capital campaign called "The Future State." On September 24th, there was a public launch event in Taylor Center on campus. KMSU's Dwayne Megaw attended the event and tells us more...By KMSU

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Master Gardeners Holding Fall Festival on Sept. 27, 2025 24:06

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Sept. 26, 2025 - The Minnesota River Valley Master Gardeners are hosting a Fall Festival at the Glenwood Gardens (Mankato) on Sat. September 27, 10AM - noon. Take a tour of the demonstration gardens and ask questions of the Master Gardeners who will be on hand to answer. There will be demonstrations and giveaways of seeds and plants! Celebrate Fall…

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Autism & Acetaminophen -- Is there a Link? 9-25-2025 9:44

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Sept. 25, 2025 - President Trump announced actions his administration is taking to identify the causes of autism in children and potential treatment options. Trump also raised related concerns about the safety of medications containing acetaminophen. Dr. Brian Lee, a professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at Drexel University, studies the effe…

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Studying Cells to Determine their Impact on Our Health with Dr. Nick Riley, Ford Lectureship 9-17-2025 20:54

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Sept. 17, 2025 - Dr. Nick Riley is an internationally-known chemistry professor from the University of Washington, whose research is helping to revolutionize our understanding of biological systems and disease mechanisms. He spoke at Minnesota State Mankato for the 35th annual Leonard A. Ford Lectureship on Sept. 17, 2025.…

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Safety and Security in Our Schools 9-24-2025 26:32

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Sept. 24, 2025 - Mankato Area Public Schools Superintendent Paul Peterson and Washington Elementary School Principal, Ann Haggerty visit with KMSU's Karen Wright about school safety and security, especially in the wake of recent school shootings, as well as discussing the recent honor bestowed upon Washington Elementary.…

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Birding with Al Batt on 9-23-2025 27:11

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September 23, 2025 - No See 'ems, leaf cutter bees, murmerations, deer communication and more from Al Batt!By KMSU

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St Peter Art Stroll with Josh Madson 9-17-2025 30:01

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Sept. 17, 2025 - Photographer extraordinaire, Josh Madson, talks about his involvement in the upcoming St. Peter Arts Stroll. He also describes how he wanted to become a rockstar, but instead, became a photographer of tens or thousands of people through his Community Collage project.By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 9-16-2025 30:01

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Sept. 16, 2025 - Al Batt talks about spiders, passenger pigeons, berries, and gratitude.By KMSU

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How and Where to See the Best Fall Colors with Brian Schwingle 9-12-2025 24:10

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Sept. 12, 2025 - Brian Schwingle, Forestry Expert with the MN DNR discusses how and where to see the best color in Minnesota. He also talks about the science behind the color change and how weather impacts its brilliance.By KMSU

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How and Where to See the Best Fall Colors with Brian Schwingle 9-12-2025 24:10

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Sept. 12, 2025 - Brian Schwingle, Forestry Expert with the MN DNR discusses how and where to see the best color in Minnesota. He also talks about the science behind the color change and how weather impacts its brilliance and longevity.By KMSU

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Mahkato Wacipi Powwow 9-11-2025 22:59

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Sept. 11, 2025 - The Mahkato Wacipi Powow will take place Sept. 19-21 at Land of Memories Park, Mankato. Powwow Chairman, Dan Zielske, and Volunteer Coordinator, Alice DeYoung, talk about the history of the event and the need for volunteers.By KMSU

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Mankato Zero Waste Day in the Park 9-10-2025 28:01

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Sept. 10, 2025 - Mankato Zero Waste is hosting its second "Mankato Zero Waste in the Park" on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025 from noon to 3 p.m. at Sibley Park, Mankato. Jane Dow and Sue Hytjan discuss what you can learn at the event and activities you can participate in such as the clothing swap, have your clothes repaired by volunteer seamstresses, bring…

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Birding with Al Batt on 9-02-0225 31:38

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Sept. 9, 2025 - How old is my tree? How accurate is a wooly bear caterpillar at predicting our winter weather? Al Batt answers those questions and many more.By KMSU

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Birding With Al Batt 8-26-25 28:15

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August 26, 2025 - Karen's at the State Fair so Dwayne's filling in for todays Birding With Batt episode.By KMSU

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Drugs in Mankato_ Awareness Event 8-20-2025 32:35

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Aug. 20, 2025 - Mankato is hosting its 4th annual Fentanyl Poisoning and Overdose Awareness day, Sun. Aug. 24 at Erlandson Park, noon - 3:00 p.m. KMSU's Karen Wright talked with Kim Gustavson Lang and Nancy Sack, mother and grandmother of Travis Gustavson who died at age 21 from accidental Fentanyl overdose. Chad Rush, with the Minnesota River Vall…

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Birding with Al Batt on 8-19-2025 29:09

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Aug. 19, 2025 - Al Batt talks about flying crickets, pavement vs. labor day ants, gas plants, varieties of goldenrod and more!By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 8-12-2025 30:42

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August 12, 2025 - Belted Kingfishers, Vultures, ants and more with everyone's favorite bird man, Al Batt!By KMSU

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Birding With Batt 08-05-2025 27:50

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August 05, 2025 - Karen's at the Nicollet County Fair, so Dwayne chats with Al for this week's edition of Birding With Batt.By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 7-29-2025 30:53

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July 29, 2025 - What's with all the bunnies this year? And how do I keep squirrels from eating the fruit off my tree? So many questions, answered by Al Batt!By KMSU

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Showing Flowers and Vegetables at the County Fair with Ruth Tweto 7-25-2025 25:45

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July 25, 2025 - Master Gardener Ruth Tweto joins Karen Wright to talk about entering flowers and vegetables at your county fair. It's a way to share your love of gardening, and maybe win a blue ribbon or two. The duo discusses this year's Blue Earth County Fair display.By KMSU

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Minnesota Star Tribune Publisher Steve Groves 7-23-2025 22:19

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July 23, 2025 - Minnesota Star Tribune CEO and Publisher Steve Grove talked with KMSU's Karen Wright about the changing news media and how the publication is adapting to changes in technology and funding. Groves also discussed his recently published memoir, "How I Found Myself in the Midwest: a Memoir of Reinvention.…

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Birding With Batt 07-22-25 28:51

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Karen's preparing for the fair, so Dwayne chats with Al Batt on today's episode of Birding With Batt.By KMSU

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Birding With Batt for 07-15-2025 29:28

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Karen's up north catching Walleyes, so Dwayne chats with Al Batt on today's episode of Birding With Batt.By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 7-08-2025 27:12

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July 8, 2025 = Meanderings with Al Batt! What bird sounds like R2D2? Do Possums hang from their tails? Al answers these and other questions.By KMSU

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Deadheading and Hosta Talk with Dawn Hubner 6-27-2025 27:13

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June 27, 2025 - Master Gardener Dawn Hubner joins Karen Wright to discuss the importance of deadheading and other topics of interest to plant lovers.By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 7-01-2025 30:57

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July 1, 2025 - Join Al Batt as he answers listeners questions and shares timely observations about birds and wildlife.By KMSU

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Kiwanis Thunder of Drums 6-25-2025 21:09

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June 25, 2025 -The 33rd Kiwanis Thunder of Drums event is happening in Mankato on July 8, 2025. Doug Faust describes the event and explains what drum corps are all about.By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 6-24-2025 31:05

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June 24, 2025 - Join Al Batt as he talks about Tales on the Pelican Breeze, how to deal with the raccoons, lone loons and more.By KMSU

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Celebrating Junteenth with Mo Alsadig 6-18-2025 24:31

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June 18, 2025 - What is Juneteenth? How and why do we celebrate It? And what's happening locally on June 19th? Greater Mankato Diversity Council director, Mohammed Alsadig explains.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt on 6-17-2025 30:49

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June 17, 2025 -Al Batt talks about his bucket list, birds, butterflies and more!By KMSU

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How to Become a Master Gardener with Karla Regales 6-03-2025 24:45

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June 6, 2025 - Meet Karla Regales, the new Master Garden Program Coordinator for Blue Earth and LeSueur counties. Karla talks with KMSU's Karen Wright about how to become a master gardener and what the program is all about.By KMSU

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Talking Natives with Master Gardener, Barb Maher 6-13-2025 27:01

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June 13, 2025 - Long-time Master Gardener Barb Maher talks about her Native Plant lawn, the benefits of natives, and about the Serviceberry, an important native to Minnesota.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt 6-10-2025 31:06

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June 10, 2025 - Mosquitoes, Spiderwort, and Frogs, Oh My! Join Al Batt as he talks with KMSU's Karen Wright about birds, nature and life.By KMSU

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Adult Basic Education in Southern Minnesota 6-4-2025 16:26

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June 4, 2025 - Mankato Area Public Schools offers education to adults. Adult Basic Education Coordinator, Karen Wolters, talks about the various programs which are offered throughout the summer beyond GED.By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 6-3-2025 30:01

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June 4, 2025 - Join Al Batt as he tells bird tales (and tails).By KMSU

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Update on Mankato Area Public Schools with Paul Peterson_5-28-2025 27:09

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May 28, 2025 - Mankato Area Public School Superintendent, Paul Peterson, discusses what makes students successful in the MAPS district, the new "focus" schools which will be available this fall, graduation, and the legislative session.By KMSU

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Birding with Al Batt on 5-27-2025 30:20

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May 27, 2025 - Join Al Batt as he answers listener's questions, including one about becoming a birder - even if you don't use the Internet or Social Media!By KMSU

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Creating an Age-Friendly Mankato and North Mankato 5-21-2025 26:35

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May 21, 2025 - What does it take to create an "Age-Friendly" community? VINE CEO, Melinda Wedzina describes an age-friendly initiative coming to the Mankato/North Mankato area with input from residents.By KMSU

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New Power Zone at the Southern MN Children's Museum 5-21-2025 8:52

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May 21, 2025 - The Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota is opening a new exhibit next week. Jaci Sprague talks about the Power Zone which will provide kids with an interactive experience thanks to a donation from Nidec Corp.By KMSU

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Birding with Batt 5-20-2025 28:38

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May 20, 2025- Brighten up your day be listening to the ever-entertaining Al Batt on KMSU's Minnesota Morning.By KMSU