In the Moment

The Huron School District and the Viborg-Hurley School District join us to talk about the meat and potatoes of their farm to school programs.

We bring you three musicians who stopped by Sioux Falls on their way to the Montrose Music Festival last weekend. Plus, we get a preview of the Sioux River Folk Festival.

We have a conversation with U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson about the intricacies of digital asset regulation and blockchain. We also talk with Rob Monson about federal school vouchers.

The state treasurer joins SDPB to explain how unclaimed cash and property works. He also shares how to claim your cash if you're on the cash.sd.gov list.

Tim Rave, president of the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations, takes a look at the status of our rural health systems and the challenges and opportunities of President Donald Trump's domestic policy agenda.

Four of the artists behind the new exhibition at Racing Magpie join "In the Moment." The collection wasn't created in isolation but in conversation with community.

A long history of disability activism culminated with President George H.W. Bush signing the ADA into law in 1990. South Dakotans say there's still a lot of work to do.

Two former lawmakers join us as our Dakota Political Junkies. They evaluate the latest Project Prison Reset committee's findings and look ahead to a special session.

Feeding South Dakota discusses food insecurity and Bread Break unpacks food waste within our state's borders. Plus, an urban garden in the middle of Sioux Falls.

We visit with small businesses on both sides of the state. Plus, the South Dakota Bankers Association shares how to secure financing for your big business idea.

SDPB explores the science happening at SURF, a massive laboratory housed deep inside a former gold mine in the northern Black Hills.

The Project Prison Reset task force considered 14 sites for the new men's prison. After weighing costs and the public's input, the committee recommends prison placement in Sioux Falls.

The South Dakota Art Museum's new exhibit spotlights old, founding favorites. "The Founding Gifts" showcases pieces from Harvey Dunn, Ben Reifel and an SDPB artist.

Bill Even, commissioner of the Governor's Office of Economic Development, and Joe Santos, Ph.D., explain the state's economy and where it could go in the future.

Zachary Lau, a senior microbiologist at SDSU, tests meat for various bacteria. He talks about why he gets strange looks during his monthly trip to the meat aisle.

Our Dakota Political Junkies recap the reporting from the investigative news nonprofit ProPublica. Seth Tupper and Brad "Murdoc" Jurgensen unpack what's alleged in the article.

Dusty Johnson unpacks his key issues going into the 2026 race. Plus, 45 years ago the Supreme Court ruled the Black Hills had been stolen from the Sioux Nation.

South Dakota may see less Medicaid coverage use if the One Big Beautiful Bill passes. And declining vaccine rates may increase measles cases in the state.

Diane Knutson talks about the value of a dark sky. Hank Fridell shares what you could see through a telescope tonight. And Ellie Davenport takes you stargazing.

Sen. Karl Mundt spent more than three decades in Washington. Historian Sean Flynn discusses the politician's time on the House Un-American Activities Committee and more.

USD's coordinator of international studies unpacks the precedence for the weekend's strikes. Tim Schorn, Ph.D., discusses whether the move violated international law.

There are two South Dakotans in the 2025 Bush Fellowship cohort. We speak to the director of Native recruitment at USD and the founder of the First Peoples Fund.

The owner will close or sell Outside of a Dog Books and Games this summer. Mike Phelan shares why his family is leaving South Dakota.

We're in the middle of Black Hill State University's Joy of Learning series. The events invite the public back to school to learn something new from local experts.

Our Dakota Political Junkies share what concerns them most about the weekend attacks on two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses.

Historian and author Sally Roesch Wagner passed away at age 82. We return to a 2019 Brown Bag Book Club with the pioneer in women's studies.

The "In the Moment" visits the McGovern Center on DWU's campus and learn about the prison debate. Plus, local voices discuss the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers.

Veteran Bonnie Schmidt says she can still smell the blue ink of the pens she used to fill out forms in basic training. She shares this and other experiences while serving.

A U.S. Army nurse who served in the Vietnam War shares her story. Lucy Middleton talks about her experience overseas and how her service changed her.

Speaker of the House Jon Hansen is the first to announce in the 2026 governor's race. We get analysis from our Dakota Political Junkies and hear from the candidate himself.

Bethany Brookshire, author of "Pests," discusses the definition of a pest and why elephants qualify. Plus, the pests of South Dakota: Beavers, coyotes and prairie dogs.

An ornithologist discusses the birds that sweeten South Dakota's skies with song. He shares his favorite chirps and also explores how birds are adapting to hotter winters.

Mitchell can now listen to SDPB on a new full-power radio station. We learn more about KWSD 89.1 FM and the people who make up the Mitchell community.

Russ Swanson stumbled on a piece of history on his family's land. It led him down several different roads — and a few rabbit holes — pursuing outlaws of the past.

Trevor Ryan recounts the life of a historic building that now houses a one-of-a-kind comedy club in Rapid City. And Nathan Hults shares his comedic journey in Sioux Falls.

After state political leaders visited the southern border, they announced a new partnership between the Division of Criminal Investigation and ICE. We learn the specifics.

The Farmers Business Network says the recent trade deal delays a potential rise in retaliatory tariffs, but prices are still going to go up.

Two-time Grammy-nominated Divinity Roxx headlines the first Levitt at the Falls concert. We explore how the series is growing and talk to Roxx ahead of her performance.

Moody's Investors Service changed its rating of the U.S. sovereign debt last week. Joe Santos, Ph.D., breaks down the symbiotic relationship behind the downgrade.

We explore South Dakota's mental health care landscape, including an art installation that battles stigma and the healing sounds of a singing bowl.

Elon Musk recently called Social Security a "Ponzi scheme." Wealth advisor Rick Kahler says it's not and shares how much trust you can really put into the benefits system.

A Black Hills performer invites listeners to a frog pond in Rockerville. Cory Cavill also asks you to chirp, hoot and — most importantly — howl.

Professor Alex Dececchi shares why a series of footprints from a sparrow-sized dinosaur could hint at early flight. Plus, exploring a feathery prehistory.

Many of President Trump's early actions have been challenged in court. Mike Thompson, J.D., discusses the most significant cases — including one centered on the term "invasion."

Gina Benz and Jackie Wilber speak to educators about recharging during summer break. Plus, a police chief gives reminders for navigating construction season.

Author Rebecca Clarren discusses finding her place in history while researching her memoir, "The Cost of Free Land: Jews, Lakota, and an American Inheritance."

What was one of America's largest gold mines is now one of the world's deepest underground research facilities. We spend the hour exploring the mine's the lasting impacts.

Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum brings us an update on the city's crime trends. He also shares why he says mentorship programs are important to the community as a whole.

The Red Ribbon Skirt Society held its annual Red Dress Gala this weekend. Hear some of the night's public remarks from advocates, women and two-spirit people.

We dedicate the hour to treatments, resources and challenges for Alzheimer's patients and their loved ones. Medical providers, caretakers and advocates join us.

We return to our conversation with U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón as her time as America's poet comes to a close. She discusses her anthology "You Are Here."