In the Moment

We meet a few vanishing South Dakota species: A shorebird nesting along the Missouri, a butterfly resting on a coneflower and a prehistoric fish navigating our waterways.

Abortion is back on the ballot in South Dakota. We hear from opponents and proponents on how they formed their opinions on abortion. Plus, we get a historical deep dive.

"In the Moment" follows students and teachers back to South Dakota's classrooms. We explore perspectives on local education from journalists, teachers and superintendents.

Our Dakota Political Junkies compare and contrast the messages at the RNC and DNC. We also look ahead at the political frenzy leading up to the presidential election.

South Dakota sensation Mato Wayuhi takes the mic for today's "In the Moment." He's an award-winning musician, producer and composer. You may have heard his sounds on NPR's Tiny Desk Contest or the award-winning Hulu series "Reservation Dogs." Or you may have heard his 2018 live performance in SDPB's studios. He rejoins SDPB's Lori Walsh to celebrate his 2024 album "Stankface Standing Soldier."They...

We bring you the SDPB studio's summer soundtrack. Hear the music and live performances we hosted throughout the season.

The state has a long history of financial scandals. We dive into it with State Auditor Rich Sattgast and with our Dakota Political Junkies.

U.S. Sen. John Thune joins us with an update on the Farm Bill. He discusses the conflicting opinions keeping the bill from essential updates.

Strider Bikes offers balance bikes for new riders and adaptive bikes for riders of all abilities. We learn more about the South Dakota success story — and meet a happy cyclist.

Karl Gehrke, host of Jazz Nightly, and Jim Spiers of the JAS Quintet join us to preview a live jazz event. Plus, we talk to Humbird and hear new tunes with Fresh Tracks.

Our Dakota Political Junkies discuss Merrick Garland's visit to the state and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s South Dakota drug conviction.

Attorney General Marty Jackley steps into the SDPB studio to discuss crime at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and a former state employee indicted for embezzlement.

The brain is a wonderous organ. We explore topics related to neuroplasticity and neurodivergence, as well as the brain and financial disinformation.

The husband-and-wife duo stop by our studio for a live performance and interview ahead of their Levitt at the Falls show. We talk about the healing power of music.

Patrick Lalley from Sioux Falls Live discusses passive soliciting and how a city is addressing it. He also analyzes another loss for child care services in Sioux Falls.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is the Democratic vice presidential candidate. We learn why some South Dakota politicians are saying he's more Californian than Midwestern.

Today's Teacher Talk explores what it means to be "teacher famous." Sioux Falls middle school teacher and TikTok influencer Gabe Dannenbring joins the conversation.

Joe Santos, Ph. D., breaks down the latest unemployment numbers for today’s Monday Macro conversation. Plus, we explore some rules of recessions that may no longer apply.

We welcome a fiddle, cello, guitar and bass into the studio. Progressive-acoustic string band High Horse plays live in our gallery space.

Walk into "Dear Diary" and explore a reimagined grocery store, fast food restaurant and home. We talk to the artists about the big, colorful and fuzzy exhibit.

Our Dakota Political Junkies run through all the ballot questions before South Dakota voters. We explore what a “yes” or “no” on each question would mean for the state.

We learn why some South Dakota school districts are banning cell phones on campus. Plus, our Teacher Talk panel explores social media guidelines for educators.

The Farm Bill has stalled since it passed the U.S. House this spring. We get an update on the bill’s progress from Rep. Dusty Johnson and Sen. Mike Rounds.

Franz Schubert was supposed to take up Beethoven's mantle. Instead, his life was cut short. Delta David Gier from the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra dives into his story.

Our Dakota Political Junkies dig for historical precedents to an unprecedented presidential move. Plus, how Trump's attempted assassination could impact the election.