Northern Community Radio - KAXE & KBXE, Minnesota

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Northern Community Radio is an independent, nonprofit organization that operates a unique community-based public radio station, KAXE and KBXE. NCR serves most of north central, northeastern and northwestern Minnesota with a 100,000-watt signal originating in Grand Rapids at 91.7 FM and a 50,000-watt signal in Bemidji at 90.5 FM. Northern Community Radio also operates translators in Brainerd at 89.9 FM 

Northern Community Radio is a different kind of radio. When you tune in NCR you hear northern Minnesota...its people, environment, communities, attitude. These are the "stars" of NCR programs. NCR is a place where people gather to dance to good music or to find out about the flowers in the ditches and the birds at their feeders. It's a place to learn about the world, laugh, meet good neighbors, and share ideas.

Series

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102 Pieces

Topical conversations about the history, present and future of Minnesota with our commentators Aaron Brown and Chuck Marohn. Programming is supported by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and by the people of Minnesota.

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A creative performance event that will celebrate the legacy of MN artist Bob Dylan through words and music.

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6 Pieces

A series of radio segments about the physical/emotional/intellectual process of creating public art - tied to art in public space at KAXE’s studios - which will inspire and support local artists.

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Free concert with the Erik Koskinen band in Brainerd.

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A 2-day outdoor music festival held in downtown Grand Rapids, Minnesota.

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66 Pieces

KAXE/KBXE's monthly journey to a chosen community or region in the listening area.

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23 Pieces

On Live and Local, we hear performance and interviews from musicians who have swung by the KAXE/KBXE studios. Programming is supported by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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5 Pieces

Live Event Series showcases the talents of Minnesota musicians. A local production of Northern Community Radio: KAXE - Grand Rapids and KBXE - Bemidji.

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4 Pieces

A free outdoor concert held in downtown Bemidji.

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13 Pieces

A free concert series at The Historic Chief Theater in Bemidji, Minnesota.


Latest Pieces

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Author Lisa Napoli examines the role of women and public radio in American history through the lens of journalists Susan Stamberg, Linda Wertheimer...

  • Added: Apr 24, 2023
  • Length: 22:21
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It’s a cock-eyed cookbook, a smorgasbord and goulash this week on Stay Human. Stories from friends and neighbors with tempting dishes, like lutefi...

Bought by KICI Iowa City


  • Added: Apr 24, 2023
  • Length: 59:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Today, the Ojibwe word of the day is "Iskigamizige-giizis" – meaning boiling things down moon. Which is the time of year called April.

  • Added: Apr 21, 2023
  • Length: 01:00
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Today, the Ojibwe word of the day is Piano - "Madwewechigan". Natatsha plays songs on the piano and Nanaboozhoo sings along with her in Ojibwe.

  • Added: Apr 21, 2023
  • Length: 01:06
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“Wild Whimsy of the Northwoods,” Diamond Knispel’s series of paintings and writings, invites viewers into her lively interpretations of Northern Mi...

  • Added: Apr 21, 2023
  • Length: 12:07
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Lavender Kingbird was raised in a powwow family where beading, dancing and fashion were a way of life. An educator, designer, graduate of the Le Co...

  • Added: Apr 21, 2023
  • Length: 11:42
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The delightful chats are especially fun for Friday Morning Show hosts John Bauer and Heidi Holtan when some of KAXE's youngest listeners take part.

  • Added: Apr 21, 2023
  • Length: 25:59
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Centerstage Minnesota featuring an interview with Minneapolis singer/songwriter Al Church and highlighting other Minnesota artists in an eclectic m...

Bought by WGZS


  • Added: Apr 19, 2023
  • Length: 01:51:08
  • Purchases: 1
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This week on Stay Human, stories from friends and neighbors about what happens when you show up. We’ll hear about bringing the arts to life, showi...

Bought by KICI Iowa City


  • Added: Apr 18, 2023
  • Length: 59:51
  • Purchases: 1
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Eight couples and other featured dancers will show off their talents Thursday, April 20, at the Northern Pacific Center in Brainerd as part of the ...

  • Added: Apr 18, 2023
  • Length: 21:10