Photo: #MPR president Jon McTaggart, left, comments on the career of retiring Midday host Gary Eichten during a 'Midday at Night' program at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul, Minn. on Jan. 19, 2012. Eichten's last day on the air at MPR was Jan. 20.

Gary Eichten retires

Longtime MPR News host Gary Eichten retires from the airwaves as of Jan. 20, 2012. Here are some reflections on his distinguished career.

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Gary Eichten retires

Video: Eichten reflects on his career

January 20, 2012

Longtime Minnesota Public Radio Midday host Gary Eichten talks with MPR president Jon McTaggart and offers advice for young journalists as he reflects on his career in radio.

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