In the Moment

We learn about programs that cultivate the educators of tomorrow in South Dakota’s classrooms today. Plus, could dental plaque be used to strengthen eroding soils?

We speak with jazz pianist Matthew Whitaker, who is blind, about his musical journey. Plus, we talk to a Rapid City composer about women writing and performing music.

SDPB lost one of our own this week. We remember and celebrate the work and voice of Brian Gevik, one of our most insightful and kindest storytellers.

We head to an intersection of science and art. Meet Marty Two Bulls Jr., the SURF Artist in Residence. Plus, hear a local voice from the new season of “American Idol.”

"In the Moment Statehouse" heads to the Capitol in the dwindling days of session. We focus in on the state's budget battles as the final deadline looms.

We explore how things have changed — and how they haven’t — for South Dakotan women. Plus, revisiting teachers who may have missed the mark.

The University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine underwent a huge change 50 years ago. We talk about half a century of history. Plus, do cows like wildflowers?

Thought Patrol shares their sound and story of friendship. We meet a distillery that uses music to age their product. Plus, we hear from two pups available for adoption.

After the 2020 floods, an SDSU class created a first-of-its-kind guide for Waubay's newly-underwater land. The students share the potential they see in a flooded lot.

Yes — South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is on Trump's shortlist for vice president. No — that's not a surprise. We get insights from our Dakota Political Junkies.

We talk to a few of the students leading this year’s Wacipi at the University of South Dakota. They reflect on the event’s history and where they fit into its legacy.

There are an estimated 20 red wolves in the wild, making breeding in captivity vital for this species. The Great Plains Zoo welcomed six new pups last spring.

We talk to Trent Preszler, author of "Little and Often," which was selected as the South Dakota One Book. His memoir dives into topics of grief, identity and belonging.

We check in with Rep. Kadyn Wittman (D) and Rep. Tyler Tordsen (R) about the bills they've passed and the issues they've advanced this session.

Augustana University’s J-term courses are limiting their environmental impacts thanks to a special relationship in Guatemala. We learn how they went carbon neutral.

We dissect Travel South Dakota's 30 second Super Bowl ad and explore the pros and cons of spending big money on a big audience for game day.

Turn on a political debate and you'll likely hear arguments and attacks. During Courageous Conversations, debaters seek to understand, not win.

Garrett Raboin, head hockey coach at Augustana University, discusses his program and hockey's popularity in South Dakota. We ask him about the view from his new rink.

We share a conversation with people who need access to inmates in order to do their jobs. And we discuss the obstacles to having that access.

Avis Red Bear started the Teton Times to serve the Standing Rock Sioux Nation, which is in what she calls a news desert. We talk about the importance of local newspapers.

What does the other side of the aisle really think of you? Whether you're red or blue, "Hidden Brain" host Shankar Vedantam has the podcast series for you.

What's it like to own a small business in this state in 2024? We talk to the Small Business Administration and a few small business owners.

In a speech to a joint session of the Legislature, Gov. Kristi Noem painted a picture of the situation at the border. We hear reactions and analysis.

Former Gov. Dennis Daugaard started the Blue Ribbon Task Force to analyze South Dakota teacher pay. We examine the history, recommendations and legacy of its findings.

The screen you’re reading this on has changed every aspect of your life — especially if it’s a cell phone. We talk about phone addictions in kids, teens and adults.