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  • Ina Caro on exploring French history by train
    In 'Paris to the Past,' Ina Caro takes us on 25 one-day train trips from Paris back 700 years in French history. She joins us to discuss her book and her trips through France.The Daily Circuit, May 20, 2012
  • African American artists on the Twin Cities' arts scene
    Is life better for an African American artist today living in the Twin Cities than it was twenty or thirty years ago? The answer may surprise you.The Daily Circuit, May 18, 2012
  • Robert Battle on Alvin Ailey's "Revelations"
    When you talk about longevity in the arts, you have to look at the well-known Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York. Last summer Robert Battle became just the third artistic director in the company's history. He spoke with The Daily Circuit when he was in town.The Daily Circuit, May 16, 2012
  • Golden age for Minnesota music
    There have been robust cycles in Minnesota music, known as "golden eras." The garage rock craze of the mid-60s, the 1980s when Prince owned the national airwaves and the Replacements and Husker Du made us an indie rock hotbed. What about right now?The Daily Circuit, May 16, 2012
  • Great airports for layovers
    Most travelers dread the long layover and spending hours in an airport while you wait for a flight. But travel expert Rudy Maxa has some suggestions for how to make the most of a layover.The Daily Circuit, May 16, 2012
  • Deni Bechard's 'Cures for Hunger'
    In Deni Bechard's latest memoir, "Cures for Hunger," questions about his family history arise when he is asked to complete a family tree in school. Bechard will join us to talk about his book.The Daily Circuit, May 15, 2012
  • Augusten Burroughs on 'This is How'
    Trying to get over every past trauma, fear, hang-up, obsession and hurdle in your life? Just ask author Augusten Burroughs. He'll join us to talk about his new collection of essays.The Daily Circuit, May 14, 2012
  • Whitewashing the American TV narrative
    The lack of racial diversity in HBO's hit show "Girls" has once again reignited the debate over diversity (or the lack thereof) in the entertainment industry. What is the role of producers, writers and casting directors to include people of color in television shows and movies?The Daily Circuit, May 13, 2012
  • Are we born to believe?
    Justin Barrett, author of the new book "Born Believers," will join The Daily Circuit Wednesday. He argues that children have an innate desire to believe in a higher power.The Daily Circuit, May 8, 2012
  • The growing popularity of religious books
    Just 50 years ago, it would have been difficult to find many religious books at the bookstore. Today, religious books fill entire sections in bookstores around the world. What does the popularity of religious books say about our culture?The Daily Circuit, May 8, 2012
  • The best overlooked films
    We thought it would be fun to bring in NPR and Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan to talk about movies that have been overlooked.The Daily Circuit, May 3, 2012
  • Minnesota celebrating Museums Month in May
    May has been declared the first "Minnesota Museums Month" -- a statewide celebration of events and exhibits at local museums. Two museum directors join us to talk about the future of museums.The Daily Circuit, April 29, 2012
  • Garth Sundem on 'Brain Trust'
    Bestselling author Garth Sundem's latest book, "Brain Trust," asks a big question: What would your life be like if you could ask 93 top scientists for research-based advice to best perform your daily activities?The Daily Circuit, April 26, 2012
  • Jazz musician Dafnis Prieto performs in the MPR studios
    MacArthur Fellow and jazz musician Dafnis Prieto was in the Twin Cities recently and came by the MPR studios to talk to The Daily Circuit about his music and perform.The Daily Circuit, April 26, 2012
  • Thomas Mallon's Watergate
    Author Thomas Mallon is out with his latest historical novel, "Watergate." The narrative weaves the stories of seven characters for a view into what life during the Nixon presidency looked like.April 23, 2012

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