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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51 Pieces

Host Jim Gallagher covers canoe culture, people, adventurers, and crafters in Minnesota. Programming is supported by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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10 Pieces

A series that documents stories told by people affected by the pandemic.

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113 Pieces

Realgoodwords : conversations with Minnesota writers that explore the stories and the inspiration behind them.

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302 Pieces

This program consists of guest essays from local writers and essayists, read by the writer. Programming is supported by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and by the people of Minnesota.

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2 Pieces

A look into the personal histories, stories, and notable contributions of MN indigenous women. Programming is supported by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and by the people of Minnesota.

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56 Pieces

A look into the impact of women leaders and women's leadership roles in Minnesota. Programming is supported by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and by the people of Minnesota.

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12 Pieces

A lot was happening the summer of 1967. In this series, Producer Grant Frashier looks back at ten events of the summer of love and tells the history around it in 90 seconds.

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10 Pieces

The Arts in Northern MN

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852 Pieces

A daily reminder that, in Minnesota poetry matters, and Minnesota poets prove that every day.

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29 Pieces

The Great Northern Radio Show is a live stage production featuring musicians, storytellers, history, radio theater, and plenty of local flavor from the communities of Northern Minnesota.


Latest Pieces

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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
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In an interview with KAXE Music Director Kari Hedlund, Sparhawk said it's a relief to be playing with a band without being its leader — particularl...

  • Added: Apr 18, 2023
  • Length: 35:42
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Strictly Mushrooms in Pine River is a Northern Minnesota business focused on mushrooms and mushroom products.

  • Added: Apr 18, 2023
  • Length: 15:57