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Raymond Luczak

A deaf Minneapolis writer reflects on language, identity and art — and how visual storytelling continues to shape his work.

April 1, 2026

Heid Erdrich

Poet and activist Heid Erdrich reflects on her Ojibwe heritage, the role of poetry in social change and the power of community and creative response in Minneapolis.

March 1, 2026

Anita Gopalaswamy

In a candid conversation, Anita Gopalaswamy reflects on her journey from India to Minneapolis and the vital role immigrants play in building strong communities.

January 30, 2026

Acclaimed Local Author and Neighbor: Jack El-Hai

An interview with Minneapolis author Jack El-Hai on his book, the film Nuremberg and the unsettling psychology behind history’s darkest figures.

January 1, 2026

Confetti Blossom: A Minneapolis Family Finds Sweet Inspiration in Sweden

When Colleen Ayers’ and Aaron Hanauer’s 11-year-old daughter, Ivy, came across a YouTube video about Swedish candy last winter, the family didn’t expect it to change the direction of their year.

November 29, 2025

Derek Nicholas: Through Food We Know Ourselves

Ojibwe educator and author Derek Nicholas explores how traditional foodways can restore identity, community and balance — sharing lessons from his new cookbook, “Through Food We Know Ourselves.”

November 1, 2025